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DeWalt DW715-XE Instruction Manual

DW715-XE (230 VOLT)
305MM (12") COMPOUND MITER SAW
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
MITER SCALE ADJUSTMENT ..................................................................................................................6
MITER POINTER ADJUSTMENT................................................................................................................6
BEVEL SQUARE TO TABLE ......................................................................................................................6
BEVEL POINTER ......................................................................................................................................6
BEVEL STOP ADJUSTMENT ....................................................................................................................6
FENCE ADJUSTMENT ..............................................................................................................................6
AUTOMATIC ELECTRIC BRAKE........................................................................................................................7
GUARD ACTUATION AND VISIBILITY ........................................................................................................7
MITER LOCK ADJUSTMENT ....................................................................................................................7
SWITCH ..................................................................................................................................................7
CUTTING WITH YOUR SAW ....................................................................................................................7
CROSSCUTS ....................................................................................................................................................7
BEVEL CUTS ....................................................................................................................................................8
QUALITY OF CUT ..............................................................................................................................................8
BODY AND HAND POSITION ............................................................................................................................8
CLAMPING THE WORKPIECE ..................................................................................................................8
SUPPORT FOR LONG PIECES ..................................................................................................................8
CUTTING PICTURE FRAMES, SHADOW BOXES
AND OTHER FOUR-SIDED PROJECTS......................................................................................................9
CUTTING TRIM MOLDING AND OTHER FRAMES......................................................................................9
CUTTING COMPOUND MITERS ................................................................................................................9
VERNIER SCALE ..............................................................................................................................................9
CUTTING BASE MOLDING........................................................................................................................9
CUTTING CROWN MOLDING........................................................................................................................11
SPECIAL CUTS ............................................................................................................................................12
MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................................12
WARRANTY ................................................................................................................................................12
TABLE 1: COMPOUND MITER CUT ..............................................................................................................13
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ........................................................................................................................14
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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.
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.
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 or snow. 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. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. Air vents may cover moving parts and should also be avoided.
• 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 150mm (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 par ts, 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 (Meters)
230V 0-50 (0-15.2) 51-100 (15.2-30.5) 101-200 (30.5-61.0) 201-300 (61.0-91.5)
Ampere Rating MoreNot more AWG/mm Than Than
0 - 6 18 (0.8) 16 (1.3) 16 (1.3) 14 (2.1)
6 - 10 18 (0.8) 16 (1.3) 14 (2.1) 12 (3.3) 10 - 12 16 (1.3) 16 (1.3) 14 (2.1) 12 (3.3) 12 - 16 14 (2.1) 12 (3.3) Not Recommended
Additional Safety Rules For Miter Saws
CAUTION: FAILURE TO HEED THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND SERIOUS DAM-
AGE 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 150mm (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 150mm (6") 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.
• DO NOT - Move either hand from saw or workpiece or raise arm until blade has stopped.
• 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.
• Never use without kerf plate, and replace when kerf plate is damaged because small chip accumulation under saw may interfere with saw blade or may cause instability of workpiece when cutting.
CAUTION: Do not connect unit to electrical power source until complete instructions are read and understood. CAUTION: Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Under some conditions and duration
of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.
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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 timber (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.
WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disburse dust, which may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body.
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.
DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR USE IN DAMP LOCATIONS.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
ON MOVING FENCES:
ALWAYS ADJUST FENCE PROPERLY BEFORE USE. Clamp small pieces before cutting. See manual.
ON GUARD: DANGER – KEEP AWAY FROM BLADE.
ON UPPER GUARD: PROPERLY SECURE BRACKET WITH BOTH SCREWS BEFORE USE.
ON TABLE: (2 PLACES)
ALWAYS TIGHTEN ADJUSTMENT KNOBS BEFORE USE.
KEEP HANDS 150MM (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.
TURN OFF TOOL, KEEP SAW HEAD DOWN AND WAIT FOR SAW TO STOP BEFORE MOVING HANDS, WORKPIECE OR CHANGING SETTINGS.
UNPLUG TOOL BEFORE CHANGING BLADE, MOVING OR SERVICING UNIT.
Electrical Safety
The electric motor has been designed for one voltage only. Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate. 230 V AC means your tool will operate on alternating current. As little as 10% lower voltage can cause loss of power and can result in overheating. All DEWALT tools are factory tested; if this tool does not operate, check the power supply. Your DEWALT tool is double insulated, therefore no earth wire is required.
• Young children and the infirm. This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this appliance.
• Replacement of the supply cord. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an authorised DEWALT Service Centre in order to avoid a hazard.
Accessories
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra cost from your local service center.
CAUTION: The use of any non-recommended accessory may be hazardous. Dado sets, molding cutters or abrasive wheels should not be used on your miter saw. If you need any assistance in locating any accessory, please contact: DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., 20 Fletcher Road, Mooroolbark, VIC 3138 Australia, call 1800 654 155 or 21 Hugo Johnston Drive, Penrose, Auckland, New Zealand, call 09 5797600.
Optional Accessories
The following accessories, designed for your saw, may be helpful. In some cases, other locally obtained work supports, length stops, clamps, etc., may be more appropriate. Use care in selecting and using accessories.
Laser Guide System: DW7187
Laser is available at extra cost from DEWALT Service Centers and your home improvement retailer. Instructions for installation are included with the accessory. Read and follow all directions for safe installation and use.
Extension, Work Support: DW7080 (page 4)
Used to support long overhanging workpieces, the work suppor t is user assembled. Your saw table is designed to accept two work supports; one on each side.
Adjustable Length Stop: DW7051 (page 4)
Requires the use of one work support (see drawing). It is used to make repetitive cuts of the same length from 0 to 1067mm (0 to 42").
Clamp: DW7082 (similar model included)
Used for firmly clamping workpiece to the saw table for precision cutting.
Dust Bag: DW7053 (Included with some models)
Equipped with a zipper for easy emptying, the dust bag will capture the majority of the sawdust produced (not shown).
NOTE: Deflector on dust spout channels debris to ground. Spout has a provision to attach a vacuum hose to collect sawdust. Lift dust spout to connect hose.
Crown Molding Fence: DW7084 (Not available in Australia or New Zealand)
Used for precision cutting of crown molding.
SAW BLADES: ALWAYS USE 305mm (12") SAW BLADES WITH 25.4mm (1") ARBOR HOLES. SPEED RATING MUST BE AT LEAST 4800 RPM. Never use a smaller diameter blade. It will not be guarded properly.
* Currently not available in Australia or New Zealand
BLADE DESCRIPTIONS
TOOTH
APPLICATION MODEL # TEETH GRIND Construction Saw Blades (thin kerf with anti-stick rim)
General Purpose DW3123 32 ATB Fine Crosscuts DW3126 60 ATB Fine Crosscuts DW3128 80 ATB
Woodworking Saw Blades (provide smooth, clean cuts)
Fine crosscuts DW7648 60 ATB *Fine crosscuts DW7649 80 ATB *Ultra-fine crosscuts DW7650 96 ATB *Laminates DW7661 80 TCG *Solid surface
and plastics DW7668 80 Mod TCG
*Non-ferrous metals DW7666 80 TCG
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Unpacking Your Saw
Check the contents of your miter saw carton to make sure that you have received all par ts. In addition to this instruction manual, the carton should contain:
1. One No. DW715 miter saw.
2. One DEWALT 305mm (12") dia. saw blade
3. One blade wrench in wrench pocket shown in Figure 2.
4. One DW7053 dustbag (some models).
DW7051
KNOBS
BRACKET
TOP HOLE
(USE FOR DW716)
LOCKNUTS
END
PLATE
DW7080
DW7082
DW7084
Specifications
CAPACITY OF CUT
50˚ miter left and right 48˚ bevel left, 3˚ bevel right 0˚ miter
Max. Height 89mm (3.5") Result Width 165mm (6.5") Max. Width 196mm (7.7") Result Height 66mm (2.6")
45˚ miter
Max. Height 89mm (3.5") Result Width 120mm (4.7") Max. Width 140mm (5.5") Result Height 66mm (2.6")
45˚ bevel - Left
Max. Height 58mm (2.3") Result Width 170mm (6.7") Max. Width 196mm (7.7") Result Height 41mm (1.6")
DRIVE 230 Volt Motor
1375 Watts in Cut Helical Gears
4000 RPM Roller Bearings Automatic Electric Brake Carbide Blade
Familiarization
Your miter saw is fully assembled in the carton. Open the box and lift the saw out by the convenient carrying handle, as shown in Figure 1.
Place the saw on a smooth, flat surface such as a workbench or strong table.
Examine Figure 2 to become familiar with the saw and its various parts. The section on adjustments will refer to these terms and you must know what and where the parts are.
Press down lightly on the operating handle and pull out the lock down pin, as shown in Figure 2. Gently release the downward pressure and hold the arm allowing it to rise to its full height. Use the lock down pin when carrying the saw from one place to another. Always use the carrying handle to transport the saw or the hand indentations shown in Figure 2.
Bench Mounting
Holes are provided in all four feet to facilitate bench mounting, as shown in Figure 2. (Two different sized holes are provided to accommodate different sizes of screws. Use either hole, it is not necessary to use both.) Always mount your saw firmly to a stable surface to prevent movement. To enhance the tool’s portability, it can be mounted to a piece of 12.7mm (1/2") or thicker plywood which can then be clamped to your work support or moved to other job sites and reclamped.
NOTE: If you elect to mount your saw to a piece of plywood, make sure that the mounting screws don’t protrude from the bottom of the wood. The plywood must sit flush on the work support. When clamping the saw to any work surface, clamp only on the clamping bosses where the mounting screw holes are located. Clamping at any other point will surely interfere with the proper operation of the saw.
CAUTION: To prevent binding and inaccuracy, be sure the mounting surface is not warped or otherwise uneven. If the saw rocks on the surface place a thin piece of material under one saw foot until the saw sits firmly on the mounting surface.
FIG. 1
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