Blade Installation And Removal; Operation - DeWalt DCS386 Original Instructions Manual

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To Remove the Battery Pack from the Tool
1. Press the release button
out of the tool handle.
2. Insert battery pack into the charger as described in the
charger section of this manual.
Fuel Gauge Battery Packs (Fig. B)
Some D WALT battery packs include a fuel gauge which
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consists of three green LED lights that indicate the level of
charge remaining in the battery pack.
To actuate the fuel gauge
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button. A combination of the three green LED lights will
illuminate designating the level of charge left. When the level
of charge in the battery is below the usable limit, the fuel gauge
will not illuminate and the battery will need to be recharged.
nOTE: The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on
the battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality and is
subject to variation based on product components, temperature
and end‑user application.
Variable Speed Trigger Switch (Fig. A)
Lock‑off Button and Trigger switch
Your saw is equipped with a lock‑off button
To lock the trigger switch, press the lock‑off button. Always
lock the trigger switch 1 when carrying or storing the tool to
eliminate unintentional starting. The lock‑off button is colored
red to indicate when the switch is in its unlocked position.
To unlock the trigger switch, press the lock‑off button. Pull
the trigger switch to turn the motor ON. Releasing the trigger
switch turns the motor OFF.

WARNING: This tool has no provision to lock the switch
in the ON position, and should never be locked ON by any
other means.
The variable speed trigger switch will give you added versatility.
The further the trigger is depressed the higher the speed of
the saw.

CAUTION: Use of very slow speed is recommended only
for beginning a cut. Prolonged use at very slow speed may
damage your saw.

Blade Installation and Removal

(Fig. A, C, D, F, G)
Different blade lengths are available. Use the appropriate blade
for the application. The blade should be longer than 90 mm and
should extend past the shoe and the thickness of the workpiece
during the cut. Do not use jigsaw blades with this tool.

WARNING: Cut hazard. Blade breakage may occur if the
blade does not extend past the shoe and the workpiece
during the cut (Fig. F). Increased risk of personal injury, as
well as damage to the shoe and workpiece may result.
To Install Blade into Saw
1. Pull blade clamp release lever
2. Insert blade shank from the front.
3. Push blade clamp release lever down.
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9 and firmly pull the battery pack
, press and hold the fuel gauge
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up (Fig. A).
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nOTE: The blade can be installed in two positions as shown in
Fig. D. The blade can be installed upside‑down for flush cutting.
Refer to Fig. G.
To Remove Blade from Saw

CAUTION: Burn hazard. Do not touch the blade
immediately after use. Contact with the blade may result
in personal injury.
1. Open up blade clamp release lever.
2. Remove blade.

OPERATION

Instructions for Use

WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicable regulations.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start‑up can cause injury.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. E)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position as shown.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a
sudden reaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the hand grip
with the other hand on the main handle
Worklight (Fig. A)
There is a worklight 7 located on the end of the tool near the
shoe. The worklight is activated when the trigger switch is
depressed and will remain on for a short time after the trigger
switch is released. If the trigger switch remains depressed, the
worklight will remain on.
nOTE: The worklight is for lighting the immediate work surface
and is not intended to be used as a flashlight.
Battery Indicator
As the battery nears a fully discharged state, the flashlight
will blink twice and then the brightness of the light will drop
below the normal level. This cycle will repeat until the battery is
fully discharged.
Cutting (Fig. F–I)

WARNING: Always use eye protection. All users and
bystanders must wear approved eye protection.

WARNING: Exercise extra caution when cutting towards
operator. Always hold saw firmly with both hands
while cutting.
Before cutting any type of material, be sure it is firmly anchored
or clamped to prevent slipping. Place blade lightly against
work to be cut, switch on saw motor and allow it to obtain
maximum speed before applying pressure. Whenever possible,
the saw shoe must be held firmly against the material being
cut (Fig. F). This will prevent the saw from jumping or vibrating
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