Maintenance; Optional Accessories; Cutting Metal; Protecting The Environment - DeWalt DC380 User Manual

If necessary, e.g. in confined 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 firmly
against the workpiece.
Dust Extraction
When the tool is used indoor for extended periods
of time, use a suitable dust extractor designed in
compliance with the applicable Directives regarding
dust emission.

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.

MAINTENANCE

Your D WALT power tool has been designed to
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operate over a long period of time with a minimum
of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation
depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
Lubrication
This tool requires no lubrication.
Cleaning
• Unplug the charger before cleaning the housing
with a soft cloth.
• Remove the battery pack before cleaning your
power tool.
• Keep the ventilation slots clear and regularly
clean the housing with a soft cloth.

Optional Accessories

WARNING: Since accessories, other
than those offered by D
not been tested with this product, use
of such accessories with this tool could
be hazardous. To reduce the risk of
injury, only D WALT, recommended
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accessories should be used with this
product.
Consult your dealer for further information on the
appropriate accessories.

Protecting the Environment

Separate collection. This product must
not be disposed of with normal
household waste.
Should you find one day that your D
needs replacement, or if it is of no further use to you,
do not dispose of it with household waste. Make this
product available for separate collection.
Separate collection of used products
and packaging allows materials to be
recycled and used again. Re-use of
recycled materials helps prevent
environmental pollution and reduces
the demand for raw materials.
Local regulations may provide for separate collection
of electrical products from the household, at
municipal waste sites or by the retailer when you
purchase a new product.
D WALT provides a facility for the collection and
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recycling of D WALT products once they have
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reached the end of their working life. To take
advantage of this service please return your product
to any authorised repair agent who will collect them
on our behalf.
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