DeWalt DW705 User Manual

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DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286 Printed in U.S.A. (FEB02-CD-1) Form No. 386782-01

DW705 Copyright 2001, 2002

DW705 (120 Volt)/DW705 (220 Volt)
12" Compound Miter Saw
Scie à lnglets 300 mm (12 po)
Sierra de àngulo compuesto 300 mm (12")

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
GUIDE D´UTILISATION
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS DE SERVICIO Y PÓLIZA
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Table of Contents

DOUBLE INSULATION/POLARIZED PLUG INSTRUCTIONS ....................................1

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL TOOLS......…………………………………………1

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES ........……………………………………………………….2

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION........…………………………………………………………3

UNPACKING YOUR SAW..........……………………………………………………………3

FAMILIARIZATION ......………………………………………………………………………3

SPECIFICATIONS........………………………………………………………………………3

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ......……………………………………………………………3

ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................................4

BENCH MOUNTING........……………………………………………………………………4

INSTALLING THE BLADE..........……………………………………………………………4

REAR LOWER GUARD ADJUSTMENT ......………………………………………………5

TRANSPORTING THE SAW..........…………………………………………………………5

ADJUSTMENTS ......…………………………………………………………………………5

MITER SCALE ADJUSTMENT..........………………………………………………………5

MITER POINTER ADJUSTMENT ........……………………………………………………5

BEVEL SQUARE TO TABLE ........................................................................................5

BEVEL STOP ................................................................................................................6

FENCE ADJUSTMENT ......…………………………………………………………………6

GUARD ACTUATION AND VISIBILITY........………………………………………………6

AUTOMATIC ELECTRIC BRAKE ......................................................................................7

BRUSHES ........………………………………………………………………………………7

OPERATION ........……………………………………………………………………………7

SWITCH…………………………………………………………………………………7
CUTTING WITH YOUR SAW…………………………………………………………7
CROSSCUTS……………………………………………………………………………7
BEVEL CUTS……………………………………………………………………………7
QUALITY OF CUT………………………………………………………………………7
BODY AND HAND POSITION…………………………………………………………8
CLAMPING THE WORKPIECE………………………………………………………8
SUPPORT FOR LONG PIECES……………………………………………………8
CUTTING PICTURE FRAMES, SHADOW BOXES
AND OTHER FOUR SIDED PROJECTS……………………………………………8
CUTTING TRIM MOLDING AND OTHER FRAMES………………………………8
CUTTING COMPOUND MITERS……………………………………………………8
DUAL RANGE MITER SCALE………………………………………………………9
VERNIER SCALE ………………………………………………………………………9

CUTTING BASE MOLDINGS......................................................................................11

CUTTING CROWN MOLDING………………………………………………………12
SPECIAL CUTS………………………………………………………………………14
MAINTENANCE………………………………………………………………………14

WARRANTY................................................................................................................14

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE……………………………………………………15

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Important Safety Instructions

WARNING: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should always be

followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Double Insulation

Double insulated tools are constructed throughout with two separate layers of electrical
insulation or one double thickness of insulation between you and the tool’s electrical
system. Tools built with this insulation system are not intended to be grounded. As a
result, your tool is equipped with a two prong plug which permits you to use extension
cords without concern for maintaining a ground connection.

NOTE: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when
operating this tool. The insulation system is for added protection against injury resulting
from a possible electrical insulation failure within the tool.

CAUTION: WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.

Repair or replace damaged cords.

Polarized Plugs

Polarized plugs (one blade is wider than the other) are used on equipment to reduce the
risk of electric shock. When provided, this plug will fit in the polarized outlet only one
way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any
way.

Safety Instructions For All Tools

• KEEP GUARD IN PLACE and in working order.

• REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking
to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from spindle before
turning tool on.

• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite
accidents.

• DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use power tools in
damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.

• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at a safe distance
from work area.

• MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by
removing starter keys.

• DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and be safer at the rate for
which it was designed.

• USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a job for which it
was not designed.

• WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is
recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

• ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting
operation is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses,
they are NOT safety glasses.

• SECURE WORK. Use clamps or vise when you cannot secure the
workpiece on the table and against the fence by hand or when your hand

will be dangerously close to the blade (within 6”).

• DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and
safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.

• DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when changing accessories such
as blades, bits, cutters, etc.

• REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch
is in OFF position before plugging in.

• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the instruction manual
for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may
cause risk of injury to persons.

• NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped
or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.

• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or
other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it
will operate properly and perform its intended function—check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced. Do not
use tool if switch does not turn it on and off.

• NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF.
Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

• DO NOT OPERATE ELECTRIC TOOLS NEAR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
OR IN GASEOUS OR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES. Motors in these
tools may spark and ignite fumes.

• EXTENSION CORDS. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry
the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. The following table
shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate
ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage
number, the heavier the cord.

Minimum Gage for Cord Sets

Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet

120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150
240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300

Ampere Rating

More Not more AWG
Than Than
0- 618161614
6- 1018 16 14 12
10 - 12 16161412
12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended

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• DO NOT - Move either hand from saw or workpiece or raise arm until blade
has stopped.

• DO NOT - Use without Kerf Plate or when kerf slot is wider than 3/8".

CAUTION: Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Under some

conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.

WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• lead from lead-based paints,

• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber (CCA).

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work
with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to
filter out microscopic particles.

• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding,

drilling, and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash
exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or

lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.

CAUTION: Do not connect unit to electrical power source until complete instructions

are read and understood.

For your convenience and safety, the following warning labels are on your miter saw.

ON MOTOR HOUSING:
WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE

OPERATING SAW.
WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY IDENTICAL

REPLACEMENT PARTS.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR USE IN DAMP

LOCATIONS.
ON MOVING FENCE:
ALWAYS ADJUST FENCE PROPERLY BEFORE USE. Clamp small

pieces before cutting. See manual.
ON GUARD:DANGER – KEEP AWAY FROM BLADE.
ON GUARD RETAINER PLATE: “PROPERLY SECURE BRACKET

WITH BOTH SCREWS BEFORE USE.
ON DETENT PLATE: (2 PLACES)
ALWAYS TIGHTEN ADJUSTMENT KNOBS BEFORE USE. KEEP

HANDS 6" FROM PATH OF SAW BLADE. NEVER PERFORM ANY
OPERATION FREEHAND. NEVER CROSS ARMS IN FRONT OF
BLADE. THINK! YOU CAN PREVENT ACCIDENTS. DO NOT OPERATE SAW
WITHOUT GUARDS IN PLACE. NEVER REACH IN BACK OF SAW BLADE. TURN
OFF TOOL, KEEP SAW HEAD DOWN AND WAIT FOR SAW BLADE TO STOP
BEFORE MOVING HANDS, WORKPIECE OR CHANGING SETTINGS. UNPLUG
TOOL BEFORE CHANGING BLADE, MOVING OR SERVICING UNIT.

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Additional Safety Rules For Miter Saws

• CAUTION: FAILURE TO HEED THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY AND SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE SAW.

• DO-Protect electric supply line with at least a 15 ampere time-delay fuse or
a circuit breaker.

• DO-Make certain the blade rotates in the correct direction and that the teeth
at the bottom of the blade are pointing to the rear of the miter saw.

• DO-Be sure all clamp handles are tight before starting any operation.

• DO-Be sure all blade and clamp washers are clean and recessed sides of
collars are against blade. Tighten arbor screw securely.

• DO- Keep saw blade sharp.

• DO-Keep motor air slots free of chips and dirt.

• DO-Use blade guards at all times.

• DO-Keep hands out of path of saw blade.

• DO-Shut off power, disconnect cord from power source and wait for saw
blade to stop before servicing or adjusting tool.

• DO-Support long work with an outboard tool rest.

• DON’T-Attempt to operate on anything but designated voltage.

• DON’T-Operate unless all clamp handles are tight.

• DON’T- Use blades larger or smaller than those which are recommended.

• DON’T- Wedge anything against fan to hold motor shaft.

• DON’T-Force cutting action. (Stalling or partial stalling of motor can cause
major damage. Allow motor to reach full speed before cutting.)

• DON’T- Cut ferrous metals (Those with any iron or steel content) or any
masonry.

• DON’T-Use abrasive wheels. The excessive heat and abrasive particles
generated by them will damage the saw.

• DON’T-Allow anyone to stand behind saw.

• DON’T-Apply lubricants to the blade when it’s running.

• DON’T-Place either hand in the blade area when the saw is connected to
the power source.

• DON’T-Use blades rated less than 4800 R.P.M.

• DO NOT - Cut small pieces without clamping. Keep hands 6” or more from
blade.

• DON’T-Operate saw without guards in place.

• DON’T-Perform any operation freehand.

• DON’T-Reach around or behind saw blade.

• DON’T-Place hands closer than 6 inches from the saw blade.

• DO NOT - Reach underneath the saw unless it is turned off and unplugged.
The saw blade is exposed on the underside of the saw.