Intended Use; Adjustments And Set-Up - DeWalt DC351KL Instruction Manual

COMPONENTS (Fig. 1–3, 9)
WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it.
Damage or personal injury could result.
A. Plunge trigger N. Blade clamping screw
B. On/off switch O. Outer flange
C. Main handle P. Inner flange
D. Shoe Q. Riving knife
E. Bevel adjustment knob R. Riving knife adjustment screws
F. Depth adjustment knobs S. Hex wrench
G. Depth scale T. Cutting indicator
H. Front handle U. Anti-kickback knob
I. Dust extraction outlet V. Outer guard
J. Track adjuster W. Track
K. Blade X. Bevel scale
L. Lock button Y. Blade position indicators
M. Lock lever Z. Battery pack

INTENDED USE

The DC351 track saw is designed to cut wood. Do not use this saw
to cut solid-surface countertops (i.e., Corian®).
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, do not
use this saw to cut solid-surface countertops. Material build-up may
inhibit proper function of the plunge return, leaving the blade
exposed.

ADJUSTMENTS AND SET-UP

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and
disconnect it from power source before installing and removing
accessories, before adjusting or when making repairs. An
accidental start-up can cause injury.
WARNING: Before using the track saw, ALWAYS make sure all
functions are working properly!
Bevel Adjustment (Fig. 1)
The bevel angle can be adjusted between 0° and 47°.
1. Loosen the bevel adjustment knobs (E).
2. Set the bevel angle by tilting the saw shoe (D) until the mark
indicates the desired angle on the bevel scale (X).
3. Tighten the bevel adjustment knobs (E).
Adjusting the Riving Knife (Fig. 1, 2)
For the correct adjustment of the riving knife (Q), refer to the
Figure 2. Adjust the clearance of the riving knife after changing the
saw blade or whenever necessary.
1. Follow Changing the Saw Blade steps 1–4.
2. Loosen the riving adjustment screw (R) with hex wrench (S) and
set the riving knife as shown in Figure 2.
3. Tighten the riving knife screw (R).
4. Turn the lock lever (M) counterclockwise until it stops.
5. Move the track saw back to top position.
FIG. 2
P
O
K
N
11
R
Q
2-3 MM
2-3 MM