Dewalt DWE575 Instruction Manual - Page 16

English Cleaning WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye protection when performing this. WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts of the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid. Lubrication Self lubricating ball and roller bearings are used in the tool and relubrication is not required. However, it is recommended that, once a year, you take or send the tool to a service center for a thorough cleaning, inspection and lubrication of the gear case. Electric Brake (DWE575SB) Your saw has an automatic electric brake which is designed to stop the blade from coasting in about two seconds, after you release the trigger switch. It is useful when making certain cuts in wood where a coasting blade would result in a wide, imprecise cut. Occasionally, the brake will not function properly and won't stop the saw in the 2 seconds discussed above. If this condition persists, turn the saw on and off four or five times. If the brake still does not stop the blade in about 2 seconds, the problem may be worn brushes. Have the brushes replaced at a DEWALT authorized service center. Repairs To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment should be performed by a DEWALT factory service center, a DEWALT authorized service center or other qualified service personnel. Always use identical replacement parts. (Refer to Brushes for brush replacement information.) Brushes (Fig. 19) WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before installing and removing accessories, before adjusting or when making repairs. An accidental start-up can cause injury. Inspect carbon brushes FIG. 19 regularly by disconnecting the tool from the power source, removing the four end cap screws (X) with a screwdriver, then removing the end cap (D). X X Keep brushes clean and sliding freely in their guides. Always replace a used brush in the same orientation in the holder as it was prior to D removal. Carbon brushes have varying symbols stamped into their sides, and if either brush is worn down to the line closest to the spring, take the tool to a DEWALT authorized service center for brush assembly replacement. Use only identical DEWALT brushes. Always replace the end cap after inspecting or servicing brushes. The tool should be allowed to "run in" (run at no load without a blade) for 5 minutes before use to seat new brushes. While "running in" DO NOT TIE, TAPE, OR OTHERWISE LOCK THE TRIGGER SWITCH ON. HOLD BY HAND ONLY. Foot Plate Adjustment WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before installing and removing accessories, before adjusting or when making repairs. An accidental start-up can cause injury. 14