Dewalt DHS716AT2 Instruction Manual - Page 19

English FIG. 27 FIG. 28 FENCE RIGHT BLADE FENCE BLADE WRONG FIG. 29 FIG. 30 CORRECT FIG. 31 INCORRECT OPEN WHEN OPERATING THIS SAW. NEVER RAISE THE LOWER GUARD ASSEMBLY MANUALLY UNLESS THE BLADE IS STOPPED. SPECIAL SET-UP FOR WIDE CROSSCUTS Your saw can cut very wide [up to 10" (406 mm)] workpieces when a special set up is used. To set the saw up for these workpieces, follow these steps: 1. Remove both left and right sliding fences from the saw and set aside. To remove them, unscrew the fence knobs several turns and slide each fence outward. Adjust and lock the miter control so that it is at 0° miter. 2. Make a platform using a piece of 1.5 inch (38 mm) thick particleboard or similar flat strong 1.5" (38 mm) thick wood to the dimensions: 10" x 24" (254 x 610 mm). The platform must be flat otherwise the material could move during cutting and cause injury. 3. Mount the 10" x 24" (254 x 610 mm) platform to the saw using 4 three-inch (76 mm) long wood screws through the holes in the base fence (Fig. 32). Four screws must be used to properly secure the material. When the special set up is used, the platform will be cut into two pieces. Ensure the screws are tightened properly otherwise material could loosen and cause injury. Ensure the platform is firmly flat on the table, against the fence, and centered evenly from left to right. WARNING: Ensure the saw is mounted firmly to a stable flat surface. Failure to do so could cause the saw to be unstable and fall causing personal injury. 4. Place the workpiece to be cut on top of the platform mounted to the table. Ensure the workpiece is firmly against the backfence (Fig. 33). 5. Secure the material before cutting. Cut slowly through the material. Failure to clamp securely or cut slowly could result in the material coming loose and causing injury. After several cuts are made at various miter angles other than 0º, the platform may weaken and not properly support the work. Install a new, unused platform to the saw after presetting the desired miter angle. WARNING: Continued use of a platform with several kerfs may cause loss of material control and possible injury. FIG. 32 FIG. 33 BASE FENCE SCREWS (two each side) MAINTENANCE WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn tool off and remove the battery packs or power supply before transporting, making any adjustments, cleaning, repairing, or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up can cause injury. WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, DO NOT touch the sharp points on the blade with fingers or hands while performing any maintenance. DO NOT use lubricants or cleaners (particularly spray or aerosol) in the vicinity of the plastic guard. The polycarbonate material used in the guard is subject to attack by certain chemicals. 17