DeWalt DW744XP-XE Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

DW744XP-XE

HEAVY-DUTY 254 MM (10") JOB SITE TABLE SAW

Definitions: Safety Guidelines

The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the manual and pay
attention to these symbols.

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or

serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or

serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or

moderate injury.
CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, may result in property damage.

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS OR ANY DEWALT TOOL, CALL US AT: 1800 654 155
(Aust) or 0800 339258 (NZ).

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using power tools, always observe the safety regulationsapplicable in your country to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shockand personal injury. Read the following safety instructions beforeattempting to operate this product.

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE!

General

1 . Keep work area clean .
Cluttered areas and benches can cause accidents.

2. Consider work area environment .
Do not expose power tools to humidity. Keep work area well lit. Do not use power tools in the presence of

flammable liquids or gases.

3. Guard against electric shock .
Prevent body contact with earthed surfaces (e.g., pipes, radiators, cookers and refrigerators). For use under

extreme conditions (e.g., high humidity, when metal swarf is being produced, etc.) electric safety can be
improved by inserting an isolating transformer or a (FI) earth-leakage circuit-breaker.

4. Keep children away .
Do not let children come into contact with the tool or extension cord. Supervision is required for inexperienced

operators.

5. Extension cords for outdoor use .
When the tool is used outdoors, always use extension cords intended for outdoor use and marked

accordingly.

6. Store idle tools .
When not in use, power tools must be stored in a dry place and locked up securely, out of reach of children.

7. Dress properly.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. They can be caught in moving parts. Preferably wear rubber gloves

and non-slip footwear when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to keep long hair out of the way.

8. Wear safety goggles .
Also use a face or dust mask in case the operations produce dust or flying particles.

9. Beware of maximum sound pressure .
Take appropriate measures for the protection of hearing if the sound pressure of 85 dB(A) is exceeded.

10. Secure workpiece .
Keep proper footing and balance at all times .

11. Do not overreach .
Always check that adjusting keys and wrenches are removed from the tool before operating the tool.

12. Avoid unintentional starting .
Do not carry the plugged-in tool with a finger on the switch. Be sure that the switch is released when

plugging in.

13. Stay alert .
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the tool when you are tired.

14. Disconnect tool .
Shut off power and wait for the tool to come to a complete standstill before leaving it unattended. Unplug the

tool when not in use, before servicing or changing accessories.

15. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches .
Always check that adjusting keys and wrenches are removed from the tool before operating the tool.

16. Use appropriate tool .
The intended use is described in this instruction manual. Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job

of a heavy-duty tool. The tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended.

WARNING! The use of any accessory or attachment or performance of any operation with this tool, other than

those recommended in this instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury.

17. Do not abuse cord.
Never carry the tool by its cord or pull it to disconnect from the socket. Keep the cord away from heat, oil and

sharp edges.

18. Maintain tools with care.
Keep the tools in good condition and clean for better and safer performance. Follow the instructions for

maintenance and changing accessories. Inspect the tool cords at regular intervals and, if damaged, have them
repaired by an authorized D
damaged. Keep all controls dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

19. Check for damaged parts .
Before using the tool, carefully check it for damage to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its

intended function. Check for misalignment and seizure of moving parts, breakage of par ts and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. Have damaged guards or other defective parts repaired or replaced as
instructed. Do not use the tool if the switch is defective. Have the switch replaced by an authorized DEWALT
repair agent.

20. Have your tool repaired by an authorized DEWALT repair agent .
This power tool is in accordance with the relevant safety regulations. To avoid danger, electric appliances

must only be repaired by qualified technicians.

EWALT repair agent. Inspect the extension cords periodically and replace them if

Additional Safety Rules for Saw Benches

• Do - protect the electrical supply line with a suitable fuse or circuit breaker.

• Do - make certain the blade rotates in the correct direction and that the teeth are pointing to the front of the
saw bench.

• Do - be sure all clamp handles are tight before starting any operation.

• Do - be sure all blade and arbor collars are clean and the recessed sides of the collars are against the blade.

• Do - keep the saw blade sharp and properly set.

• Do - keep hands out of the path of the saw blade.

• Do - shut off the power and wait for the saw blade to stop before servicing or adjusting the tool.

• Do - disconnect the saw from the mains supply before changing the blade or carrying out maintenance.

• Don’t - attempt to operate on anything other than the designated voltage.

• Don’t - use blades larger or smaller than those which are recommended.

• Don’t - force the cutting action. (Stalling or partial stalling of the motor can cause major damage. Allow the

• Don’t - cut ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals or masonry.

• Don’t - use abrasive wheels.

• Don’t - apply lubricants to the blade when it is running.

• Don’t - place either hand in the blade area when the saw is connected to the power source.

• Don’t - use any blades other than those specified in this instruction manual.

• Don’t - operate the saw without the guards in place.

• Don’t - reach around behind the saw blade.

• Don’t - place hands closer than 150 mm from the saw blade while cutting.

• Don’t - use damaged or cracked saw blades.

motor to reach full speed before cutting.)

Residual Risks

The following risks are inherent to the use of saws:
– injuries caused by touching the rotating par ts

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In spite of the application of the relevant safety regulations and the implementation of safety devices, certain
residual risks cannot be avoided. These are:

– Impairment of hearing.
– Risk of accidents caused by the uncovered par ts of the rotating sawblade.
– Risk of injury when changing the blade.
– Risk of squeezing fingers when opening the guards.
– Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed when sawing wood, especially oak, beech and MDF.

Package Contents

The package contains:
1 Partly assembled machine
1 Rip fence
1 Mitre gauge
1 TCT saw blade
1 Upper blade guard assembly
1 Table insert
1 Blade wrench
1 Arbor wrench
1 Dust extraction adapter
1 Instruction manual
1 Exploded drawing

• Check for damage to the tool, parts or accessories which may have occurred during transport.

• Take the time to thoroughly read and understand this manual prior to operation.

Description (fig. A1, A2)

Your DW744XP jobsite table saw has been designed to perform the four main sawing operations of ripping,
cross-cutting, bevelling and mitring easily, accurately and safely in wood, wood products and plastics. This unit is
designed for use with a 250 mm carbide-tipped blade.

A1 A2
1 On/off switch 13 Rip fence latch
2 Mounting holes 14 Dust extraction outlet (accepts dust
3 Mitre gauge extraction adaptor)
4 Table 15 Blade/wrench storage
5 Upper blade guard 16 Fence rail
6 Table insert 17 Locking knobs
7 Rip fence 18 Fence slot
8 Rip scale indicator
9 Fine adjustment knob
10 Combined elevating and bevel control wheel
11 Bevel lock lever
12 Ripping position lock lever

A1

A2

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.

Mains Plug Replacement (U.K. & Ireland Only)

• Should your mains plug need replacing and you are competent to do this, proceed as instructed below. If you
are in doubt, contact an authorized D E WALT repair agent or a qualified electrician.

• Disconnect the plug from the supply.

• Cut off the plug and dispose of it safely; a plug with bared copper conductors is dangerous if engaged in a
live socket outlet.

• Only fit 13 Amperes BS1363A approved plugs fitted with the correctly rated fuse (1).

• The cable wire colours, or a letter, will be marked at the connection points of most good quality plugs. Attach
the wires to their respective points in the plug (see below). Brown is for Live (L) (2), blue is for Neutral (N)
(4) and green/yellow is for Earth (E).

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• Before replacing the top cover of the mains plug ensure that the cable restraint (3) is holding the outer sheath
of the cable firmly and that the leads are correctly fixed at the terminal screws.

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B1

B2

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WARNING: Never use a light socket. Never connect the live (L) or neutral (N) wires to the earth pin

marked E or .

For 115 V units with a power rating exceeding 1500 W, we recommend to fit a plug to BS4343 standard.

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Using an extension cable

If an extension cable is required, use an approved extension cable suitable for the power input of this machine
(see technical data). The minimum conductor size is 1.5 mm

When using a cable reel, always unwind the cable completely.
Also refer to the table below.

Conductor size (mm2) Cable rating (Amperes)

0.75 6

1.00 10

1.50 15

2.50 20

4.00 25

Cable length (m)

7.5 15 25 30 45 60

Voltage Amperes Cable rating (Amperes)

230 0 - 2.0 6 6 6 6 6 6

2.1 - 3.4 6 6 6 6 6 6

3.5 - 5.0 6 6 6 6 10 15

5.1 - 7.0 10 10 10 10 15 15

7.1 - 12.0 15 15 15 15 20 20

12.1 - 20.0 20 20 20 20 25 -

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C1

C2

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT

WARNING: Prior to assembly and adjustment always unplug the tool.

The machine is fully assembled except for the blade, rip fence, upperblade guard and table insert.

Fitting the Rip Fence (fig. B1, B2)

The rip fence (7) can be installed on the left- or right-side of your table saw.

1. Locate the pin (19) with the slot (20) in the rip fence and align the opening (21) with the rip fence latch (22)
(fig. B1, B2).

2. Secure the rip fence by snapping both latches in place (fig. B2).

Mounting the Saw Blade (fig. A1, C1, C2)

WARNING: Ensure the machine is disconnected from the power source.

WARNING: The teeth of a new blade are very sharp and can be dangerous.

1. Raise the blade arbor to its maximum by rotating the control wheel (10) clockwise (fig. A1).

2. Place the saw blade onto the spindle in the order shown in figure C1. Make sure the teeth point down at the
front of the table.

3. Hold the spindle using the open-ended wrench and tighten the arbor nut by rotating clockwise using the arbor
wrench (fig. C2).

4. To remove the blade, proceed in reverse order.

WARNING: Always check the rip fence pointer and the riving knife after having changed the blade.

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