Dewalt DWS709 Instruction Manual - Page 15
MAINTENANCE, Removing and Replacing Belt Fig. 4, 24
![]() |
View all Dewalt DWS709 manuals
Add to My Manuals
Save this manual to your list of manuals |
Page 15 highlights
FIG. 17 FENCE BLADE CORRECT FIG. 19 CORRECT FIG. 21 FIG. 18 BLADE FENCE INCORRECT FIG. 20 INCORRECT FIG. 22 SCREWS (two each side) 5. Secure the material before cutting. FIG. 23 Cut slowly through the material using a out-down-and-back motion. 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. CAUTION: Continued use of a platform with several kerfs may cause loss of material control and possible injury. BASE FENCE MAINTENANCE 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. 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. • All bearings are sealed. They are lubricated for life and need no further maintenance. • Periodically clean all dust and wood chips from around AND UNDER the base and the rotary table. Even though slots are provided to allow debris to pass through, some dust will accumulate. • The brushes are designed to give you several years of use. If they ever need replacement follow the instructions under Brushes or return the tool to the nearest service center for repair. Removing and Replacing Belt (Fig. 4, 24) The belt is designed to last the life of the tool. However, abuse of the tool could cause the belt to fail. FIG. 24 SCREWS If the blade does not turn when the motor is running, the belt has failed. To inspect or replace the belt, remove the belt cover screws. Remove the belt cover. Inspect the ribs of the belt for wear or failure. Check belt tension by squeezing the belt as shown in Figure 24. The belt halves should almost touch when squeezing firmly with the thumb and index finger. To adjust the tension, loosen, but do not remove, the four crosshead screws shown. Then rotate the set screw on the top of the motor plate casting until the proper tension is achieved. Tighten the four screws securely and replace the belt cover. NOTICE: Overtightening the belt will cause premature motor failure. SET SCREW 13 English
![](/manual_guide/products/dewalt-dws709-instruction-manual-0816db2/15.png)