DeWalt DW714 Original Instructions Manual page 20

EN G LI S H
No. of sides
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Compound Mitre (fig. 29–32)
A compound mitre is a cut made using a mitre angle (fig. 30) and a
bevel angle (fig. 29) at the same time. This is the type of cut used to
make frames or boxes with slanting sides like the one shown in
figure 31.
WARNING: If the cutting angle varies from cut to cut,
check that the bevel clamp knob and the mitre lock knob
are securely tightened. These knobs must be tightened
after making any changes in bevel or mitre.
• The chart shown below will assist you in selecting the proper bevel
and mitre settings for common compound mitre cuts. To use the
chart, select the desired angle "A" (fig. 32) of your project and
locate that angle on the appropriate arc in the chart. From that
point follow the chart straight down to find the correct bevel angle
and straight across to find the correct mitre angle.
0 5 10 15
45
40
35
6 SIDED BOX
30
25
20
15
10
8 SIDED BOX
5
0 5 10 15
SET THIS BEVEL ANGLE ON SAW
• Set your saw to the prescribed angles and make a few trial cuts.
• Practice fitting the cut pieces together.
• Example: To make a 4 sided box with 25° exterior angles (angle
"A") (fig. 32), use the upper right arc. Find 25° on the arc scale.
Follow the horizontal intersecting line to either side to get the
mitre angle setting on the saw (23°). Likewise follow the vertical
intersecting line to the top or bottom to get the bevel angle setting
on the saw (40°). Always try cuts on a few scrap pieces of wood to
verify the settings on the saw.
Cutting Base Mouldings
The cutting of base moulding is performed at a 45° bevel angle.
• Always make a dry run without power before making any cuts.
• All cuts are made with the back of the moulding laying flat on the
saw.
INSIDE CORNER
Left side
1. Position the moulding with top of the moulding against the fence.
2. Save the left side of the cut.
Right side
1. Position the moulding with the bottom of the moulding against the
fence.
18
Angle mitre or bevel
45°
36°
30°
25.7°
22.5°
20°
18°
20 25 30 35 40 45
SQUARE BOX
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
20 25 30 35 40 45
2. Save the left side of the cut.
OUTSIDE CORNER
Left side
1. Position the moulding with the bottom of the moulding against the
fence.
2. Save the right side of the cut.
Right side
1. Position the moulding with top of the moulding against the fence.
2 Save the right side of the cut.
Special Cuts
• All cuts are made with the material secured to the table and against
the fence. Be sure to properly secure workpiece.
BOWED MATERIAL (FIG. 35, 36)
When cutting bowed material always position it as shown in Figure 35
and never like that shown in Figure 36. Positioning the material
incorrectly will cause it to pinch the blade near the completion of the
cut.
CUTTING PLASTIC PIPE OR OTHER ROUND MATERIAL
Plastic pipe can be easily cut with your saw. It should be cut just like
wood/ aluminum and clamped or held firmly to the fence to keep it from
rolling. This is extremely important when making angle Figure 37 cuts.
CUTTING LARGE MATERIAL (FIG. 37)
Occasionally a piece of wood will be too large to fit beneath the blade
guard. A little extra height can be gained by rolling the guard up out of
the way, as shown in Figure 37. Avoid doing this as much as possible,
but if need be, the saw will operate properly and make the bigger cut.
NEVER TIE, TAPE, OR OTHERWISE HOLD THE GUARD OPEN WHEN
OPERATING THIS SAW.
Dust Extraction (fig. 2, 3)
• Fit the dustbag (ff) onto the dust spout (n).
WARNING: Whenever possible, connect a dust extraction
device designed in accordance with the relevant regulations
regarding dust emission.
Connect a dust collection device designed in accordance with the
relevant regulations. The air velocity of externally connected systems
shall be 20 m/s ±2 m/s. Velocity to be measured in the connection tube
at the point of connection, with the tool connected but not running.
Transporting (fig. 4, 5)
In order to conveniently carry the mitre saw, a carrying handle (a) has
been included on the top of the saw arm.
• To transport the saw, lower the head and depress the lock down
pin (o).
• Always use the carrying handle (a) or the hand indentations (r)
shown in figure 5 to transport the saw.
MAINTENANCE
Your D WALT power tool has been designed to operate over a long
e
period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory
operation depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off
and disconnect machine from power source before
installing and removing accessories, before adjusting or
changing set-ups or when making repairs. Be sure the
trigger switch is in the OFF position. An accidental start-up
can cause injury.
Lubrication