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DeWalt Dhs790at2 Instruction Manual

12" (305 mm) 120v max* double bevel sliding compound miter saw
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
GUIDE D'UTILISATION
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DHS790
12" (305 mm) 120V Max* Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw
Scie coulissante à onglet mixte 305 mm (12 po), 120 V max*
Sierra ingletadora compuesta deslizante de doble bisel de 305 mm
(12") de 120 V Máx*
Final Print Size: 8.5" x 11"
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  • Page 1 YOUR FEEDBACK IS VITAL TO THE SUCCESS OF D WALT’S QUALITY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM. Questions? Visit us at www.dewalt.com Des questions ? Rendez nous visite à www.dewalt.com ¿Tiene preguntas? Visítenos en www.dewalt.com INSTRUCTION MANUAL INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS DE SERVICIO Y PÓLIZA DE GUIDE D’UTILISATION...

  • Page 3: Definitions: Safety Guidelines

    3) PERSONAL SAFETY Definitions: Safety Guidelines a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert you to drugs, alcohol or medication.

  • Page 4: Additional Safety Rules For Miter Saws

    c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like paper i) Cut only one workpiece at a time. Stacked multiple workpieces cannot be adequately clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects that can make a clamped or braced and may bind on the blade or shift during cutting.
  • Page 5 • ONLY OPERATE WITH D WALT FLEXVOLT BATTERIES OR WITH THE D WALT • NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don't leave CORDED POWER SUPPLY. Only connect the power supply cord to the designated tool until it comes to a complete stop. voltage listed.

  • Page 6: Electrical Connection

    Using the Corded Power Supply For your convenience and safety, the following warning labels are on your miter saw. WALT corded power supply is designed to Fig. 1 The D ON MOTOR HOUSING: provide power for D WALT 120V Max* FLEXVOLT WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, USER MUST READ cordless tools.

  • Page 7: Important Safety Instructions For All Battery Chargers

    WALT The D WALT FLEXVOLT™ battery has two modes: Use and Shipping. (1-800-433-9258) or visit our website www.dewalt.com. Use Mode: When the FLEXVOLT™ battery stands alone or is in a D WALT 20V Max* product, it will operate as a 20V Max* battery. When the FLEXVOLT™ battery is in a 60V Max*...

  • Page 8: Charger Operation

    • DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with any chargers other than WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to get inside the charger. Electric shock the ones in this manual. The charger and battery pack are specifically designed to may result.

  • Page 9: Wall Mounting

    NOTE: This could also mean a problem with a charger. d. If charging problems persist, take the tool, battery pack and charger to your local service center. If the charger indicates a problem, take the charger and battery pack to be tested at an authorized service center.
  • Page 10 FIG. 4 Your saw is capable of cutting baseboard moldings held vertically 0.8" (20 mm) thick by 6.75" pulled down which could cause pinching. The handle is placed close to the guard for special (171 mm) tall on a 45º right or left miter, when using the slide lock lever (AN, Fig. 10). cuts.

  • Page 11: Features And Controls

    INTENDED USE FIG. 6 This miter saw is designed for professional sawing applications. DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of flammable liquids or gases. This miter saw is a professional power tool. DO NOT let children come into contact with the tool.

  • Page 12: Bench Mounting

    45° BEVEL OVERRIDE (FIG. 7) SLIDE LOCK LEVER (FIG. 10) There are two 45° bevel override levers (AC), one on each side of the saw. To bevel the saw, The slide lock lever (AN) places the saw in a position to maximize FIG.
  • Page 13 CAUTION: FIG. 11 • Never depress the spindle lock button while the blade is under power or coasting. • Do not cut ferrous metal (containing iron or steel) or masonry or fiber cement product with this miter saw. • Do not use abrasive wheels or blades. REMOVING THE BLADE (FIG.

  • Page 14: Operation

    MITER LOCK ADJUSTMENT (FIG. 6, 12) ADJUSTING THE BEVEL STOP TO 22.5° (OR 33.9°) (FIG. 7, 8) FIG. 12 The miter lock rod (AX) should be adjusted if the table of the NOTE: Adjust the bevel angles only after performing the 0° bevel angle and bevel pointer saw can be moved when the miter lock lever (F) is locked adjustment.
  • Page 15 Installing and Removing the Battery Packs (Fig. 15) FIG. 17 FIG. 18 NOTE: For best results, make sure your battery packs FIG. 15 are fully charged. To install the battery packs (T) into the tool, align the battery packs with the rails on the side of the motor housing and slide them in until they are firmly seated in the tool and ensure that they do not disengage.

  • Page 16: Support For Long Pieces

    FIG. 20A When smoothest cuts are desired for molding and other precision work, a sharp (60 tooth carbide) blade and a slower, even cutting rate will produce the desired results. Ensure that the material does not move or creep while cutting; clamp it securely in place. Always let the blade come to a full stop before raising arm.

  • Page 17: Bevel Cuts

    to be removed. To remove the left or right fence, unscrew the fence adjustment knob several For best results, use the DW7080 extension work support to extend the table width of your saw, available from your dealer at extra cost. Support long workpieces using any convenient turns and slide the fence out.

  • Page 18: Cutting Crown Molding

    Cutting Compound Miters FIG. 24 All cuts should be made with the back of the molding against the fence and with the bottom of the molding against the table. (Fig. 24) A compound miter is a cut made using a miter angle INSIDE CORNER OUTSIDE CORNER and a bevel angle at the same time.

  • Page 19: Special Cuts

    FIG. 26 Certain workpieces, due to their size, shape or surface finish, may require the use of a clamp FIG. 27 or fixture to prevent movement during the cut. Position the material so that you will be cutting the thinnest cross section, as shown in Figure 28. Figure 29 illustrates the wrong way to cut DW7084 CROWN these extrusions.

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    CUTTING LARGE MATERIAL (FIG. 32) CAUTION: Continued use of a platform with several kerfs may cause loss of material Occasionally you will encounter a piece of wood a control and possible injury. FIG. 32 little too large to fit beneath the lower guard. If this MAINTENANCE occurs, simply place your right thumb on the WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn tool off and remove...
  • Page 21 If you need assistance in locating any accessory, produced. please contact D WALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21286, call 1-800-4-D WALT (1-800-433-9258) or visit our website: www.dewalt.com. Crown Molding Used for precision cutting of crown molding. Fence: DW7084 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES The following accessories, designed for your saw, may be helpful.

  • Page 22: Service Information

    (including brush inspection and replacement) should be performed by a FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are WALT factory service center or a DeWALT authorized service center. Always use identical missing, call 1-800-4-D WALT (1-800-433-9258) for a free replacement.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide BE SURE TO FOLLOW SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS TROUBLE! WHAT’S WRONG? WHAT TO DO Saw will not start 1. Battery or power supply not installed 1. Install battery or power supply. Refer to Installing and Removing the Battery Packs or Installing and Removing D WALT Corded Power Supply.
  • Page 24 TABLE 1: COMPOUND MITER CUT (POSITION WOOD WITH BROAD FLAT SIDE ON THE TABLE AND THE NARROW EDGE AGAINST THE FENCE) SET THIS BEVEL ANGLE ON SAW...

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