DeWalt DW304 Instruction Manual page 2

Metal Cutting (Fig. 7)
This unit has different metal cutting capacities depending upon type of blade used and the metal
to be cut. Use a finer blade for ferrous metals and a coarse blade for non-ferrous materials. In
thin gauge sheet metals it is best to clamp wood to both sides of sheet. This will insure a clean
cut without excess vibration or tearing of metal. Always remember not to force cutting blade as
this reduces blade life and causes costly blade breakage.
NOTE: It is generally recommended that when cutting metals you should spread a thin film of
oil or other coolant along the line ahead of the saw cut for easier operation and longer blade life.
Pocket Cutting (Fig. 8) (Wood Only)
The initial step in pocket cutting is to measure the surface area to be cut and mark clearly with
a pencil, chalk or scriber. Insert pocket cutting blade in blade clamp and tighten blade clamp
securely. Next, tip the saw backward until the back edge of the shoe is resting on the work sur-
face. Now switch motor on, always permitting blade to attain maximum speed. Grip handle
steadily and begin a slow, deliberate upward swing with the handle of the saw. Blade will begin
to feed into material. Always be sure blade is completely through material before continuing with
pocket cut.
NOTE: In areas where blade visibilty is limited, use the edge of the saw shoe as a guide. Lines
for any given cut should be extended beyond edge of cut to be made.
MAINTENANCE
Lubrication
Your tool was properly lubricated before leaving the factory. In from two to six months, depend-
ing upon use, take or send your tool to a Service Center, or authorized service station, for a com-
plete cleaning, inspection and lubrication. Tools used constantly on production jobs will need
relubrication more often. Also, tools "out of service" for long periods should be relubricated
before being put back to work.
Accessories
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra cost from your local ser-
vice center.
CAUTION: The use of any non-recommended accessory may be hazardous.
If you need assistance in locating any accessory, please contact D
701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286 or call 1-800-4 D
Repairs
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment (including
brush inspection and replacement) should be performed by authorized service centers or other
qualified service organizations, always using identical replacement parts.
Three Year Limited Warranty
D WALT will repair, without charge, any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship for three
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years from the date of purchase. For warranty repair information, call 1-800-4-D
warranty does not apply to accessories or damage caused where repairs have been made or
attempted by others. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights
which vary in certain states or provinces.
In addition to the warranty, D WALT tools are covered by our:
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1 YEAR FREE SERVICE
D WALT will maintain the tool and replace worn parts caused by normal use, for free, any time
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during the first year after purchase.
90 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE
If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of your D
Nailer for any reason, you can return it within 90 days from the date of purchase with a receipt
for a full refund – no questions asked.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are miss-
ing, call 1-800-4-D WALT for a free replacement.
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FIG. 6
FIG. 7
FIG. 8
ROCK TOOL UP TO NORMAL CUTTING POSITION
AFTER BLADE HAS CUT THROUGH MATERIAL
BERCER L'OUTIL EN POSITION NORMALE DE
COUPE ÁPRES AVOIR TRAVERSÉ MATÉRIAU
AVEC LA LAME
BALANCEE LA HERRAMIENTA HASTA LA
POSICION DE CORTE NORMAL DESPUES DE
HACER EL CORTE A TRAVES DEL MATERIAL
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FIG. 4
FIG. 4A
STARTING POSITION FOR POCKET CUTTING
POSITION DE DÉPART POUR LES COUPES
EN RETRAIT
POSICION DE INICIO PARA EL CORTE DE BOLSILLO
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