Maintenance - DeWalt DWE305PK Manual

the workpiece. This prevents damage
to the blade and stops the tool from
jerking and vibrating.
• When sawing in walls or doors be
aware of the location of pipework and
wiring. Always hold the tool by its
handle.
• Avoid overloading.
• Let the blade run freely for a few
seconds before starting the cut. Never
switch on the tool when the saw
blade is jammed in the workpiece or in
contact with the material.
Proper Hand Position (fig. 1, 4)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
serious personal injury, ALWAYS use
proper hand position as shown.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
serious personal injury, ALWAYS hold
securely in anticipation of a sudden
reaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the back
handle (g), with the other hand on the front grip (e).
Switching On and Off (fig. 1)
To run the tool, press the variable speed switch (a).
The pressure exerted on the variable speed switch
determines the tool speed.
To stop the tool, release the switch.
Always switch off the tool when work is finished and
before unplugging.
Cutting Wood
1. Clamp the workpiece securely and remove all
nails and metal objects.
2. Holding the tool with both hands, work with the
saw shoe pressed against the workpiece.
Plunge Cutting in Wood (fig. 3)
1. Rest the saw shoe on the workpiece in such
a position that the blade forms an appropriate
angle for the plunge cut.
2. Switch the tool on and slowly feed in the blade.
Make sure that the saw shoe remains in contact
with the workpiece at all times.
Pocket Cuts
1. Measure and mark the required pocket cut.
2. Using a narrow saw blade rest the bottom of
the saw shoe on the workpiece and make sure
that the blade is positioned on the cutting line.
If necessary, e.g. in confi ned spaces, use the
outer edge of the saw shoe as your guideline.
3. Switch on the tool and feed the blade into the
material at full speed, holding the tool fi rmly
against the workpiece.
Cutting Metal
When cutting thin metal always stabilize the
workpiece with wood on both sides. This guarantees
clean cuts and prevents damaging of the material.
For long, straight cuts draw a line on the workpiece.
Apply a thin film of lubricant along the cutting line,
switch on the tool and follow the cutting line.
Cutting Plastics
Always work at reduced speed. Carry out a test cut
to check whether the material is sensitive to heat.
Cutting Masonry
WARNING: When sawing asbestos
cement, hazardous dust may be
produced. Follow the statutory
guidelines and observe the
recommendations issued by the
asbestos cement manufacturers.
Sawing Up to a Projecting Edge
(fig. 4)
Using a conventional blade installed upside down,
cut up to the projected edge.
Parallel Cutting (fig. 5)
With the blade installed in the horizontal orientation,
the tool can be used for parallel cutting close to
floors, walls or ceilings.
Make sure that the saw shoe remains in contact
with the workpiece at all times.

MAINTENANCE

Your D WALT power tool has been designed to
e
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
injury, turn unit off and disconnect
machine from power source before
installing and removing accessories,
before adjusting or changing
set-ups or when making repairs.
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