Operation - DeWalt DCS380-XE Instruction Manual

COMPONENTS (FIG. 1, 2)
WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it. Damage or personal
injury could result.
A. Trigger switch E. Hand grip
B. Lock-off button F. Battery pack
C. Blade clamp release lever G. Battery release button
D. Shoe
Variable Speed Trigger Switch (Fig. 3)
LOCK-OFF BUTTON AND TRIGGER SWITCH
Your saw is equipped with a lock-off button (B).
To lock the trigger switch, press the
lock-off button as shown in Figure 3.
Always lock the trigger switch (A) 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 as shown in Figure 3. 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.
UNLOCKED
FIG. 3
B
LOCKED
A

OPERATION

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn tool off and
disconnect tool from power source before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories.
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack (Fig. 4)
NOTE: For best results, make sure your battery pack is fully charged.
FIG. 4
G
To install the battery pack (F) into the tool handle, align the battery pack with the rails
inside the tool's handle and slide it into the handle until the battery pack is firmly
seated in the tool and ensure that it does not disengage.
To remove the battery pack from the tool, press the release button (G) and firmly pull
the battery pack out of the tool handle. Insert it into the charger as described in the
charger section of this manual.
Blade Installation and Removal (Fig. 5, 6, 7, 11)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn tool off and
disconnect tool from power source before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories.
Different blade lengths are available. Use the appropriate blade for the application. The
blade should be longer than 89 mm (3-1/2") and should extend past the shoe and the
thickness of the workpiece during the cut. Do not use jigsaw blades with this tool.
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