Optional Accessories - DeWalt XR DCS578 Original Instructions Manual

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The circular saw has a convenient rafter hook

to hang on a suitable, stable structure between uses. The rafter

hook is not for tethering or securing the tool to a person or

object during use when elevated.

MAINTENANCE

Your power tool has been designed to operate over a long

period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous

satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care and

regular cleaning.

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.

The charger and battery pack are not serviceable.

Lubrication

Self lubricating ball and roller bearings are used in the tool and

relubrication is not required. However, it is recommended that,

once a year, you take or send the tool to a service centre for a

thorough cleaning, inspection and lubrication of the gear case.

Cleaning

WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of the main housing

with dry air as often as dirt is seen collecting in and around

the air vents. Wear approved eye protection and approved

dust mask when performing this procedure.

WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals

for cleaning the non‑metallic parts of the tool. These

chemicals may weaken the materials used in these parts.

Use a cloth dampened only with water and mild soap.

Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any

part of the tool into a liquid.

Lower Guard

The lower guard should always rotate and close freely from

a fully open to fully closed position. Always check for correct

operation before cutting by fully opening the guard and letting

it close. If the guard closes slowly or not completely, it will

need cleaning or servicing. Do not use the saw until it functions

correctly. To clean the guard, use dry air or a soft brush to

remove all accumulated sawdust or debris from the path of

the guard and from around the guard spring. Should this not

correct the problem, it will need to be serviced by an authorised

service centre.

Base Plate Adjustment (Fig. E, G, H)

that allows it

Your base plate has been factory set to assure that the blade is

perpendicular to the base plate. If after extended use you need

to re‑align the blade, follow the directions below:

Adjusting for 90 Degree Cuts

1. Return the saw to 0 degrees bevel.

2. Place the saw on its side, and retract the lower guard.

3. Set the depth of cut to 51 mm.

4. Loosen the bevel adjustment lever (

square against the blade and the base plate as shown in

Fig. H.

5. Using a hex key, turn the set screw (

underside of the base plate until the blade and the base

plate are both in flush contact with the square. Retighten

the bevel adjustment lever.

Adjusting Bevel Adjustment Lever (Fig. E, G)

It may be desirable to adjust the bevel adjustment lever

may loosen in time and hit the base plate before tighten ing.

To Tighten the lever

1. Hold the bevel adjustment lever

locknut

2. Adjust the bevel adjustment lever by rotating it in the

desired direction about 1/8 of a revolution.

3. Retighten nut.

Blades

A dull blade will cause inefficient cutting, overload on the

saw motor, excessive splintering and increase the possibility

of kickback. Change blades when it is no longer easy to push

the saw through the cut, when the motor is straining, or when

excessive heat is built up in the blade. It is a good practice to

keep extra blades on hand so that sharp blades are available for

immediate use. Dull blades can be sharpened in most areas.

Hardened gum on the blade can be removed with kerosene,

turpentine, or oven cleaner. Anti‑stick coated blades can be

used in applications where excessive build‑up is encountered,

such as pressure treated and green lumber.