Dewalt Compound Miter Saw- User Manual

Page 2 - Getting the most out of your tool.

Getting the most out of your tool. Please take time to read this manual and pay particular attention to the safety rules we’ve provided foryour protection. Don’t forget to send in your owner’s registration card. If you have any questionsabout your tool please call: 1-800-9-BD TOOL (1-800-923-8665) R...

Page 3 - FOR YOUR SAFETY - ALL TOOLS; Table of Contents

1 W WA AR RN NIIN NG G:: When using Electric Tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, shock, and personal injury, including the following: R RE EA AD D A AL LL L IIN NS ST TR RU UC CT TIIO ON NS S 1. K KE EE EP P G GU UA AR RD DS S IIN N P PL LA AC CE E a...

Page 4 - SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - MITER SAWS

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Page 5 - ADJUSTMENT AND SET UP

sketch B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used onlyuntil a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green-colored rigid ear,lug, and the like, extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as ap...

Page 8 - TOOL OPERATION

Plug the saw into any 120 volt 60 Hz power source. Be sure the cord will not interfere with your work. Switch To turn the saw ON, depress the trigger switch- Figure 13.To turn the tool OFF, release the switch. There is no provi-sion for locking the switch ON, but a hole is provided inthe trigger for...

Page 11 - Cutting Base Molding

Cutting Base Molding ALWAYS MAKE A DRY RUN WITHOUT POWER BEFORE MAKING ANY CUTS. Straight 90˚ cuts –Position the wood against the fence and clamp it in place as shown in Figure 19.Turn on the saw, allow the blade to reach full speed and lower the arm smoothly through the cut. Cutting base molding up...

Page 12 - Cutting Crown Molding

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Page 13 - Troubleshooting Tips

IIN NS SIID DE E C CO OR RN NE ER R:: Left side: 1.Miter right at 45° 2. Save the right side of cut Right side: 1.Miter left at 45° 2. Save left side of cut O OU UT TS SIID DE E C CO OR RN NE ER R:: Left side: 1.Miter left at 45° 2. Save the right side of cut Right side: 1.Miter right at 45° 2. Save...

Page 14 - Brushes

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra cost from your distributor orlocal service center. A complete listing of service centers is included with your tool. C CA AU UT TIIO ON N:: The use of any non-recommended accessory may be hazardous. If you need any assistance in l...

Page 15 - One Year Service/Safety Check; Full Warranty

IMPORTANT! To assure product safety and reliability, particularly for Double Insulated tools, repairs, maintenanceand adjustment (excluding maintenance described in this manual) should be performed by B&D ser-vice centers or authorized service centers, using identical B&D replacement parts. ...