DeWalt DCS573T1 Original Instructions Manual page 17

Any other conditions which could result in pinching,
binding, twisting, or misalignment of the blade could cause
kickback. Refer to the sections Further Safety Instructions for
All Saws and Blades for procedures and techniques that will
minimize the occurrence of kickback.
Depth of Cut Adjustment (Fig. E, F)
1. Raise the depth adjustment lever
2. To obtain the correct depth of cut, align the appropriate
mark on the depth adjustment strap
the upper blade guard.
3. Tighten the depth adjustment lever.
4. For the most efficient cutting action using a carbide tipped
saw blade, set the depth adjustment so that about one half
of a tooth projects below the surface of the wood to be cut.
5. A method of checking for the correct cutting depth is
shown in Figure F. Lay a piece of the material you plan to
cut along the side of the blade, as shown in the figure, and
observe how much tooth projects beyond the material.
Adjusting Depth Adjustment Lever (Fig. E)
It may be desirable to adjust the depth adjustment lever
may loosen in time and hit the shoe before tighten ing.
To Tighten the lever:
1. Hold depth adjustment lever
2. Adjust the depth adjustment lever by rotating it in the
desired direction about 1/8 of a revolution.
3. Retighten nut.
Bevel Angle Adjustment (Fig. A, G)
The bevel angle adjustment mechanism can be adjusted
between 0 ° and 57 °.
To achieve better accuracy in cutting, use the fine adjustment
markings located on the pivot bracket
1. Raise the bevel adjustment lever
2. Tilt the shoe to the desired angle by aligning the fine
bevel pointer 35 with the desired angle mark on the pivot
bracket .
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3. Lower the bevel adjustment lever to retighten.
Bevel Detent (Fig. A, G)
The DCS573 is equipped with a bevel detent feature. As you
tilt the shoe you will hear a click and feel the shoe stop
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at both 22.5 and 45 degrees. If either of these is the desired
angle, retighten the lever 10
another angle, continue tilting the shoe until the coarse bevel
pointer 34 or the fine pointer
Cut Length Indicator (Fig. A)
The markings on the side of the shoe
slot being cut into the material at the full depth of the cut. The
markings are in increments of 5 mm.
Kerf Indicator (Fig. I)
The front of the saw shoe has a kerf indicator
and bevel cutting. This indicator enables you to guide the saw
4 to loosen.
with notch
30 31
4 and loosen the locknut
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to loosen.
10
by lowering it. If you desire
35 aligns with the desired mark.
show the length of the
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9 for vertical
along cutting lines penciled on the material being cut. The kerf
indicator lines up with the left (outer) side of the saw blade,
which makes the slot or "kerf" cut by the moving blade fall to
the right of the indicator. Guide along the penciled cutting line
so that the kerf falls into the waste or surplus material.
Mounting and Adjusting the Parallel
Fence (Fig. N)
The parallel fence
on
the workpiece.
Mounting
1. Slacken the parallel fence adjustment knob
parallel fence to pass.
2. Insert the parallel fence
3. Tighten the parallel fence adjustment knob
Adjusting
1. Slacken the fence adjustment knob
fence to the desired width. The adjustment can be read
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on the parallel fence scale.
2. Tighten the fence adjustment knob
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Mounting the Dust Extraction Port (Fig. A, P)
Your circular saw is supplied with a dust extraction port.
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To Install the Dust Extraction Port
1. Fully loosen depth adjustment lever
2. Place the shoe
3. Align the left half of the dust extraction port
blade guard
casting notch on the tool. When installed correctly, it will
snap fully over the original depth of cut pointer.
4. Align the right‑hand piece
5. Insert screws and tighten securely.
Prior to Operation
• Make sure the guards have been mounted correctly. The
saw blade guard must be in closed position.
• Make sure the saw blade rotates in the direction of the
arrow on the blade.
• Do not use excessively worn saw blades.
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. J)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position as shown.
22 is used for cutting parallel to the edge of
22 in the shoe as shown.
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23
4 .
5 in the lowest position.
as shown. Be sure to insert the tab into the
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37 with the left.
English
23 to allow the
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and set the parallel
24 over upper
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