Dewalt DW715 Instruction Manual - Page 10

English FIG. 8 L FIG. 9 FIG. 10 N O V W U BEVEL LOCK (FIG. 8) The bevel lock knob (L) allows you to bevel the saw 48˚ left or right. To loosen the handle and adjust the bevel setting, turn the handle counterclockwise, the saw head bevels easily to the left. To tighten, turn the handle clockwise. Bevel degree markings are on the bottom front of the saw arm (Fig. 7, M). R 0˚/45˚ BEVEL STOP OVERRIDES (FIG. 8) The bevel stop overrides (N) are held secure with their attachment screw to prevent inadvertent movement. Use the bit on the blade wrench to loosen the attachment screw. This allows the slides, to be pulled outward and the saw head to pivot past the 0˚/45˚ mark. Be sure to retight- en the attachment screw when finished. 33.85˚ BEVEL STOPS (FIG. 8) The pawl (P) is used to stop the saw head bevel setting at P 33.85˚. This setting is used primarily for cutting crown moldings laid flat on the table. to its removal. Carbon brushes have varying symbols stamped into their sides, and if the brush is worn down to approximately 1/2 inch, the spring will no longer exert pressure and they must be replaced. Use only identical DEWALT brushes. Use of the correct grade of brush is essential for proper operation of electric brake. New brush assemblies are available at DEWALT service centers. The tool should be allowed to "run in" (run at no load) for 10 minutes before use to seat new brushes. The electric brake may be erratic in operation until the brushes are properly seated (worn in). Always replace the brush inspection cap after inspection or servicing the brushes. While "running in" DO NOT TIE, TAPE, OR OTHERWISE LOCK THE TRIGGER SWITCH ON. HOLD BY HAND ONLY. Controls Your compound miter saw has several main controls, which will be discussed briefly here. For more information on these controls, see the respective sections later in the manual. MITER CONTROL (FIG. 5) The miter lock/adjustment lever and trigger allows you to miter your saw 50˚ left and right. To miter the saw, unlock miter lock lever (J) by pulling upward, squeeze the detent trigger (K) and set the miter angle desired on the miter scale. Lock miter lock handle by pressing downward. Override the detent trigger by rotating knob (Fig. 9, V). TRIGGER SWITCH (FIG. 2) The trigger switch turns your saw on and off. A hole is provided in the trigger for insertion of a padlock to secure the saw. HEAD DOWNLOCK PIN (FIG. 8) To lock the saw head in the down position, push the head down, push the pin (U) in and release the saw head. This will hold the saw head safely down for moving the saw from place to place. To release, press the saw head down and pull the pin out. Operation Plug the saw into any household 60 Hz power source. Refer to the nameplate for voltage. Be sure the cord will not interfere with your work. SWITCH To turn the saw on, depress the trigger switch. To turn the tool off, release the switch. Allow the blade to spin up to full operating rpm before making the cut. Release the trigger switch and allow the brake to stop the blade before raising the saw head. There is no provision for locking the switch on, but a hole is provided in the trigger for insertion of a padlock to lock the saw off. CUTTING WITH YOUR SAW NOTE: Although this saw will cut wood and many nonferrous materials, we will limit our discussion to the cutting of wood only. The same guidelines apply to the other materials. DO NOT CUT FERROUS (IRON AND STEEL) MATERIALS OR MASONRY WITH THIS SAW. Do not use any abrasive blades. CROSSCUTS Cutting of multiple pieces is not recommended but can be done safely by ensuring that each piece is held firmly against the table and fence. A crosscut is made by cutting wood across the grain at any angle. A straight crosscut is made with the miter arm at the zero degree position. Set the miter arm at zero, hold the wood on the table and firmly against the fence. Turn on the saw by squeezing the trigger. 8