Blade Selection; Blade Description - DeWalt DCS371N Original Instructions Manual

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FUEL GAUGE BATTERY PACKS (FIG. 1)
Some D WALT battery packs include a fuel gauge
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which consists of three green LED lights that
indicate the level of charge remaining in the battery
pack.
To actuate the fuel gauge, press and hold the fuel
gauge button (r). 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.
Trigger Switch (fi g. 1)
Release switch lock-off button (b) by pressing
button. Pull the trigger switch (c) to turn the
motor ON. Releasing the trigger switch turns the
motor OFF. Releasing the trigger switch also
automatically actuates lock-off button.
WARNING: This tool has no provision
to lock the switch in the ON position,
and should never be locked ON by any
other means.
LED Worklight (fi g. 1)
There is a worklight (s) located above the blade
The worklight is activated when the trigger switch
is depressed, and will automatically turn off 20
seconds 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.
Blades
This portable band saw is setup for use with 0.5 mm
(1/64") thick, 12 mm (1/2") wide and 835 mm (32")
long blades. DO NOT use 0.64 mm (.025") thick
blades.
WARNING: The use of any other blade
or accessory might be hazardous. DO
NOT use any other type of accessory
with your band saw. Blades used on
stationary band saws are of different
thickness. Do not attempt to use them
on your portable unit.
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Blade Selection

In general, first consider the size and shape of the
work, and the type of material to be cut. Remember,
for the most efficient cutting, the coarsest tooth
blade possible should be used in a given application,
because the coarser the tooth, the faster the cut. In
selecting the appropriate number of teeth per inch
of the band saw blade, at least two teeth should
contact the work surface when the blade is rested
against the workpiece. As a rule of thumb, soft
materials usually require coarse tooth blades, while
hard materials require fine tooth blades. Where a
smoother finish is important, select one of the finer
tooth blades.
Select the appropriate band saw blade according to
the material type, dimensions, and number of teeth.
See Blade Description chart.
The following table is intended as a general guide
only. Determine the type of material and dimension
of the workpiece and select the most appropriate
band saw blade.
NOTICE: Never use the band saw to
cut resin materials that are subject to
melting. Melting of resin material caused
by high heat generated during cutting
may cause the band saw blade to
become bound to the material, possibly
resulting in overload and burn-out of the
motor.

BLADE DESCRIPTION

Type of band saw blade
Number of teeth (TPI)
Workpiece thickness
3.2 mm (1/8") and under
3.2 mm–6.4 mm (1/8"–1/4")
Blade Tracking (fi g. 1)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
serious personal injury, turn tool
off and remove the battery pack
before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or
accessories. An accidental start-up
can cause injury.
NOTICE: Excessive tightening of the
adjustment screws could result in
damage to the saw.
Your band saw is equipped with an adjustable
blade tracking mechanism that assures proper
blade tracking at all times. The blade is properly
adjusted when it is centered on the guide rollers (g)
Bi-Metal
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