DeWalt DW930, DW936, DW935 Instruction Manual

DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286 Printed in U.S.A. (FEB00-CD-1) Form No. 384286-01

Copyright © 1997,2000

DEWALT Battery and Charger Systems

Batt. Output Chargers/Charge Time - Chargeurs/Durée de charge (Minutes) - Cargadores de pilas/Tiempo de carga (Minutos)

Model# Volts 120 Volts 230 Volts 12 Volts

DW9106 DW9118 DW9107 DW9108 DW9116 DW9117 DW911 DW0245 DW9108220 DW9116220 DW9109
DW0240 24 X X X X X X X 60 X X X
DW9096 18 X X X 60 60 22 60 X X X X
DW9095 18 X X X 45 45 15 45 X 45 45 45
DW9098 18 X X X 30 30 12 30 X 30 30 30
DW9091 14.4 60 90 45 45 45 15 45 X 45 45 45
DW9094 14.4 42 60 30 30 30 12 30 X 30 30 30
DW9051 13.2 43 X X X X X X X X X X
DW9071 12 60 90 45 45 45 15 45 X 45 45 45
DW9072 12 42 60 30 30 30 12 30 X 30 30 30
DW9050 12 43 X X X X X X X X X X
DW9061 9.6 60 90 45 45 45 15 45 X 45 45 45
DW9062 9.6 42 60 30 30 30 12 30 X 30 30 30
DW9048 9.6 40 X X X X X X X X X X
DW9057 7.2 42 60 30 30 30 12 30 X 30 30 30
DW9046 7.2 40 X X X X X X X X X X

X Indicates that the battery pack is not compatible with that specific charger.

X indique que le bloc-piles n’est pas compatible avec ce chargeur.

Una “X” indica que el paquete de pilas no es compatible con ese cargador.

All charge times are approximate. Actual charge time may vary. Read the instruction manual for more specific information.

Les durÈes de charge sont approximatives; la durÈe de charge rÈelle peut varier. Lire le manuel d’utilisation pour obtenir des renseigne-

ments plus prÈcis.

Los tiempos de carga son aproximados. La duraciÛn de carga real puede variar. Para obtener una informaciÛn m·s precisa, lea el manual

de utilizaciÛn.

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
GUIDE D’UTILISATION
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

DW930/DW935/DW936

Cordless Trim Saws
Ébouteuses sans fil
Sierras circulares inalámbricas

INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS DE SERVICIO Y PÓLIZA
DE GARANTÍA. ADVERTENCIA: LÉASE ESTE INSTRUCTIVO ANTES
DE USAR EL PRODUCTO.

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IF YOU HA VE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS

OR ANY D

EWALT TOOL, CALL US TOLL FREE AT:

1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258)

General Safety Rules – For All Battery
Operated Tools

WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious personal injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WORK AREA

• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and
dark areas invite accidents.

• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as
in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power

tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tool. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace
damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords may create a fire.

• A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a separate
battery pack must be recharged only with the specified
charger for the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one

type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another
battery.

• Use battery operated tool only with the specifically
designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries may create

a risk of fire.

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IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS
OR ANY D

EWALT TOOL, CALL US TOLL FREE AT:

1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258)

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SWITCH LOCK OFF

BUTTON

BATTERY

PACK

SHOE

TRIGGER

SWITCH

DEPTH

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

LOWER
GUARD

RETRACTING

LEVER

LOWER
GUARD

BLADE LOCK

BUTTON

BEVEL

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

KERF

INDICATOR

BLADE CLAMPING

SCREW

DW930 12.0 Volt Cordless Trim Saw 2500 RPM
DW935 14.4 Volt Cordless Trim Saw 3000 RPM
DW936 18.0 Volt Cordless Trim Saw 3200 RPM

DW935 shown

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PERSONAL SAFETY

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense

when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under

the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury,

• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry .Contain
long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothing, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving
parts.

• Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the locked or
off position before inserting battery pack. Carrying tools with

your finger on the switch or inserting the battery pack into a tool
with the switch on invites accidents.

• Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool
on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the

tool may result in personal injury.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in
unexpected situations.

• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must
be used for appropriate conditions.

TOOL USE AND CARE

• Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the
workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or

against your body is unstable and may lead to a loss of control.

• Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The
correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed.

• Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. A tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.

• Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch in the

locked or off position before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventative

safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

• Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained

persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other
metal objects like: paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or
other small metal objects that can make a connection from
one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together

may cause sparks, burns, or a fire.

• Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained tools, with sharp cutting edges are less likely
to bind and are easier to control.

• Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tools
operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many

accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.

• Use only accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable

for one tool, may create a risk of injury when used on another tool.

SERVICE

• Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair
personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified

personnel may result in a risk of injury.

• When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts.

Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use
of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions
may create a risk of shock or injury.

Additional Safety Rules

• Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an
operation where the tool may contact hidden wiring. Contact

with a “live” wire will also make exposed metal parts of the tool
“live” and shock the operator.

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• When working on a ladder or on scaffolding be sure to lay the
tool down on its side when not in use. Some tools with large

battery packs will stand upright but may be easily knocked over.

• The label on your tool may include the following symbols.

V....................volts

A....................amperes

Hz..................hertz

W ..................watts

min ................minutes

................alternating current

..............direct current

n

o..................no load speed

..................

Class II Construction

…/min............revolutions or reciprocation per minute

..................earthing terminal

..................safety alert symbol

WARNING: Use of this tool can generate dust containing

chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Use appropriate respiratory protection.

Important Safety Instructions for Battery
Packs

The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton! First
read the safety instructions below. Then follow charging notes
and procedures.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely damaged or is
completely worn out.The battery pack can explode in a fire.

• A small leakage of liquid from the battery pack cells may occur under
extreme usage or temperature conditions. This does not indicate a
failure. However, if the outer seal is broken and this leakage gets on
your skin:

a. Wash quickly with soap and water.
b. Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar.
c. If battery liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water for
a minimum of 10 minutes and seek immediate medical attention.
(Medical note: The liquid is 25-35% solution of potassium hydroxide.)

• Do not carry extra battery packs in aprons, pockets, or tool boxes along
with other metal objects. Battery pack could be short circuited causing
damage to the battery pack and possibly causing severe burns or fire.

• Charge the battery packs only in D

E

WALTchargers.

• NOTE: The batteries in your battery pack are the nickel–cadmium
type. Cadmium is considered to be a toxic material by the
Environmental Protection Agency. Before disposing of damaged or
worn out Nickel–Cadmium battery packs, check with your state
Environmental Protection Agency to find out about special restrictions
on the disposal of these battery packs or return them to a D

EWALT

certified service center for recycling.

• DO NOT store or use the tool and battery pack in locations where the
temperature may reach or exceed 105°F (such as outside sheds or
metal buildings in summer).

DANGER: Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason.
If battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not insert into
charger. Danger of electric shock or electrocution. Damaged battery
packs should be returned to service center for recycling.

The RBRC™ Seal

The RBRC™ (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corp
oration) Seal on the nickel-cadmium battery (or battery
pack) indicates that the costs to recycle the battery (or
battery pack) at the end of its useful life have already
been paid by D

EWALT. In some areas, it is illegal to

place spent nickel-cadmium batteries in the trash or
municipal solid waste stream and the RBRC program provides an
environmentally conscious alternative.

RBRC in cooperation with D

EWALT and other battery users, has

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established programs in the United States to facilitate the collection
of spent nickel-cadmium batteries. Help protect our environment
and conserve natural resources by returning the spent nickel­cadmium battery to an authorized D

EWALTservice center or to your

local retailer for recycling. You may also contact your local recycling
center for information on where to drop off the spent battery.

Important Safety Instructions for Battery
Chargers

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains important

safety instructions for D

EWAL T battery chargers.

• Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary
markings on battery charger, battery and product using battery.

CAUTION:To reduce the risk of injury, charge only D

EWAL T nickel

cadmium rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries may
burst causing personal injury and damage.

CAUTION: Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged in to

the power supply, the exposed charging contacts inside the charger
can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign materials of a
conductive nature such as, but not limited to, steel wool, aluminum
foil, or any buildup of metallic particles should be kept away from
charger cavities. Always unplug the charger from the power supply
when there is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug charger before
attempting to clean.

DANGER: 120 volts present at charging terminals. Do not probe

with conductive objects. Danger of electric shock or electrocution.

WARNING: Don’t allow any liquid to get inside charger. Electric

shock may result.

• The charger and battery pack are specifically designed to work
together. DO NOTattempt to charge the battery pack with any chargers
other than the ones in this manual.

• These chargers are not intended for any uses other than charging
D

EWALT rechargeable batteries. Any other uses may result in risk of

fire, electric shock or electrocution.

• To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather

than cord when disconnecting charger.

• Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over,
or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

• An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary.
Use of improper extension cord could result in risk of fire, electric shock,
or electrocution.

• An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American
Wire Gauge) for safety. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the
greater the capacity of the cable, that is 16 gauge has more capacity
than 18 gauge. When using more than one extension to make up the
total length, be sure each individual extension contains at least the
minimum wire size.

Recommended Minimum AWG Size for Extension Cords

Total Extension Cord Length (feet)
25 50 75 100 125 150 175
Wire Gauge
18 18 16 16 14 14 12

• The charger is ventilated through slots in the top and the bottom of the
housing. Do not place any object on top of charger or place the charger
on a soft surface that might block the ventilation slots and result in
excessive internal heat. Place the charger in a position away from any
heat source.

• Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug — have them

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• CHARGING

• CHARGED

• DELAY

DW9115

DANGER:

WARNING:

15 MINUTE CHARGER

FLASHING
ON
FAST FLASH•DEFECTIVE PACK

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15 MINUTE CHARGER

1 HOUR CHARGERS

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continuously. The pack is fully charged and may be used at this time
or left in the charger.

4. If you select Tune-up™ and then change your mind, remove the
battery from the charger. After 5 seconds, insert the battery into the
charger. The normal charge cycle will commence.

Charging Procedure

1 HOUR CHARGERS

1. Plug the charger into an appropriate power outlet.

2. Insert the battery pack into the charger, as shown in FIG.1,
making sure the pack is fully seated in the charger. The red
(charging) light will blink continuously indicating that the charging
process has started.

3. The battery pack will be fully charged in about 1 hour. The
completion of charge will be indicated by the red light remaining
ON continuously. The pack is fully charged and may be used at
this time or left in the charger.

TROUBLE INDICATORS: These chargers are designed to detect
certain problems that can arise with battery packs which would be
indicated by the red light flashing at a fast rate (and continuous
beeping for 15 Minute Chargers). If this occurs, re-insert battery
pack. If problem persists, try a different battery pack to determine if
the charger is OK. If the new pack charges correctly, then the original
pack is defective and should be returned to a service center for
recycling. If the new battery pack elicits the same trouble indication
as the original, have charger tested at an authorized service center.

PROBLEM POWER LINE

If your charger has a Problem Power Line indicator: When the charger
‘is used with some portable power sources such as generators or
sources that convert DC to AC, the charger may temporarily suspend
operation, flashing the red light with two fast blinks followed by a

pause. This indicates the power source is out of limits.
HOT PACK DELAY

If your charger has a Hot Pack Delay feature: When the charger

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replaced immediately.

• Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or
otherwise damaged in any way; take it to an authorized service center.

• Do not disassemble charger; take it to an authorized service center
when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a
risk of electric shock, electrocution or fire.

• To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before
attempting any cleaning. Removing the battery pack will not reduce this
risk.

• NEVER attempt to connect 2 chargers together.

• The charger is designed to operate on standard household electrical
power (120 Volts AC). Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage!
This does not apply to vehiculat charger.

Chargers

Your battery can be charged in DEWALT 1 Hour Chargers, 15 Minute
Chargers or Vehicular 12 volt charger. Be sure to read all safety
instructions before using your charger.

Consult chart on back cover for compatibility of chargers and battery
packs.

Using Tune-Up™ Mode

The Tune-up™ mode will equalize or balance the individual cells in
the battery pack at its peak capacity. This cycle takes up to 8 hours to
complete. Battery packs should be tuned up weekly or after 10 to 20
charge/discharge cycles or whenever the pack no longer delivers the
same amount of work.

1. To tune up your battery pack, place the battery in the charger as
usual. The red light will blink continuously indicating that the charge
cycle has started.

2. The Tune-up™Button may be pressed at any time after the charge
has started. The red light will stop blinking momentarily, blink quickly
3 times, and then resume blinking continuously. The charger is
now giving your batteries a tune-up.

3. When the charge cycle has completed, the light will stay on

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detects a battery that is hot, it automatically starts a Hot Pack Delay,
suspending charging until the battery has cooled. After the battery has
cooled, the charger automatically switches to the Pack Charging
mode. This feature ensures maximum battery life. The red light
flashes long, then short while in the Hot Pack Delay mode.

15 MINUTE CHARGERS

1. Plug the charger into an appropriate power outlet. The charger will
beep twice, the red light will blink and go off.

2. Insert the battery pack into the charger, as shown in FIG. 1,
making sure the pack is fully seated in the charger. The red light
will blink and the charger will beep once indicating the charging
process has started.

3. The battery pack will be fully charged in less than 15 minutes
under most conditions. This will be indicated by the red light
remaining ON and 3 beeps. The pack is fully charged and may
be used at this time or left in the charger.

WEAK BATTERY PACKS: The charger can also detect a weak
battery. Such batteries are still usable but should not be expected to
perform as much work. In such cases, about 10 seconds after battery
insertion, the charger will beep rapidly 8 times to indicate a weak
battery condition. The charger will then go on to charge the battery to
the highest capacity possible.

ALL CHARGERS
Leaving the battery pack in the charger: When the red light

remains ON, the charger has switched to its "equalize charge" mode
which lasts approximately 4 hours, after which the charger will switch
to "maintenance charge" mode. The battery pack can be removed at
any time during these charge cycles, but will only be fully charged if
the red light is continuously ON. The charger and battery pack can be
left connected with the red light glowing indefinitely. The charger will
keep the battery pack fresh and fully charged. A battery pack will
slowly lose its charge when kept out of the charger. If the battery pack
has not been kept on maintenance charge, it may need to be
recharged before use. A battery pack may also slowly lose its charge

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if left in a charger that is not plugged into an appropriate AC source.

Important Charging Notes

1. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery
pack is charged when the air temperature is between 65°F and 75°F
(18°- 24°C). DO NOT charge the battery pack in an air temperature
below +40°F(+4.5°C), or above +105°F (+40.5°C). This is important
and will prevent serious damage to the battery pack.

2. The charger and battery pack may become warm to touch while
charging. This is a normal condition, and does not indicate a
problem.

3. If the battery pack does not charge properly — (1) Check current at
receptacle by plugging in a lamp or other appliance, (2) Check to see
if receptacle is connected to a light switch which turns power off
when you turn out the lights. (3) Move charger and battery pack to a
location where the surrounding air temperature is approximately
65°F - 75°F (18°- 24°C). (4) If charging problems persist, take or
send the tool, battery pack and charger to your local service center.

4. The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to produce
sufficient power on jobs which were easily done previously. DO NOT
CONTINUE to use under these conditions. Follow the charging
procedure. You may also charge a partially used pack whenever you

• CHARGING

• CHARGED

• DELAY

15 MINUTE CHARGER

FLASHING
ON

FAST FLASH•DEFECTIVE PACK

ON

DW9115

DANGER:

WARNING:

R

FIG. 1

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• GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK. Kickback occurs when the saw
begins to stall rapidly and is driven back towards the operator. Release
the switch immediately if blade binds or saw stalls. Keep blades sharp.
Don’t force tool. Stay alert. Exercise control. Don’t remove saw from
work during a cut while the blade is moving. A more detailed
explanation of kickback follows in the operation section of this manual.

• LOWER GUARD when necessary for accurate starts, or when pocket
cutting, raise lower guard with the retracting lever.

• ADJUSTMENTS. Before cutting be sure depth and bevel adjustments
are tight.

• USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Use only blades with 10mm
diameter arbor. Do not use blades with incorrect size holes. Never
use defective or incorrect blade washers or bolts.

• AVOID CUTTING NAILS. Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber
before cutting.

• CAUTION: When sawing into walls, floors, or wherever “live”
electrical wires may be encountered, DO NOT TOUCH ANY METAL
PARTS OF THE TOOL! Hold the saw only by its plastic handles to
prevent electric shock if you accidentally saw into a live wire.

CAUTION: Some wood contains preservatives such as copper
chromium arsenate (CCA) which can be toxic. When cutting these
materials, extra care should be taken to avoid inhalation and minimize
skin contact.

Installing and Removing the Battery Pack

NOTE: Make sure your battery pack is fully charged. To install the
battery pack into the tool handle, align the base of the tool with the

notch inside the tool’s handle and slide the battery pack firmly into the
handle until you hear the lock snap into place as shown in FIG. 2.

To remove the battery pack from the tool, press the release buttons
and firmly pull the battery pack out of the tool handle. Insert it into
the charger as described in the charger section of this manual.

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desire with no adverse affect on the battery pack.

6. Do not immerse charger in water or any other liquid.
WARNING: Don't allow any liquid to get inside charger. Electric
shock may result. To facilitate the cooling of the battery pack after
use, avoid placing the charger or battery pack in a warm
environment such as in a metal shed, or an uninsulated trailer.
CAUTION: Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason.
If the plastic housing of the battery pack breaks or cracks, return to
a service center for recycling.

Operation
Additional Safety Instructions

(For Circular Saws)

• Remove battery pack before changing blades, making cutting
depth or bevel adjustments, inspecting, and cleaning.

• KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN WORKING ORDER. Never
wedge or tie lower guard open. Check operation of lower guard before
each use. Do not use if lower guard does not close briskly and
completely over saw blade.

CAUTION: If saw is dropped, lower guard may be bent, restricting
full return. Do not use saw until the lower guard is returned to the
proper working order.

• KEEP BLADES CLEAN AND SHARP. Sharp blades minimize stalling,
overload, kickback, and give a cleaner cut.

• DANGER: Keep hands away from cutting area. Keep hands away
from blades. Do not reach underneath work while blade is rotating. Do
not attempt to remove cut material when blade is moving.
CAUTION: Blades continue to coast after trigger is released. Never
place your hand on the work surface in front of or behind the saw.

• SUPPORT LARGE PANELS. Large panels must be supported as
shown in FIG. 8 to minimize the risk of overload and kickback from
blade pinching. Resting the saw on the work piece should be done on
the larger portion of the work and the smaller piece should be cut off.

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Important!

This product is not user servicable. There are no user servicable
parts inside the charger. Servicing at an authorized service center is
required to avoid damage to static sensitive internal components.

READ ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE BATTER Y CHARGER
SECTION OF THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO
CHARGE THE BATTERY PACK FOR YOUR TOOL.

Always use correct battery pack (pack supplied with tool or
replacement pack exactly like it.) Never install any other battery pack.
It will ruin your tool and may create a hazardous condition.

Changing Blades

1. TURN OFF TOOL AND REMOVE BATTERY PACK.

2. To attach blade, retract lower blade guard and place blade over
spindle and against the inner clamp washer. Place outer clamp
washer against the blade. (Blade must go on with the printed side
out- teeth at bottom of blade pointing forward—FIG. 3).

3. Thread on blade clamping screw firmly by hand to hold washer in
position. (Screw has left hand threads and must be turned
counterclockwise to tighten).

4. Lightly depress the blade lock (FIG. 4) while turning the spindle

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INNER CLAMP

WASHER

OUTER
CLAMP

WASHER

BLADE

CLAMPING

SCREW

WRENCH

FIG. 3

RELEASE BUTTON

FIG. 2

until the blade stops rotating.

5. Tighten blade clamping screw (counterclockwise) firmly with the
blade wrench.

6. To remove blade, TURN OFF TOOL AND REMOVE BATTERY
PACK. Engage the blade lock and unscrew the blade clamping
screw by turning it clockwise with the blade wrench.

NOTE: Never engage blade lock while saw is running, or engage in
an effort to stop the tool. Never turn switch on when blade lock is
engaged. Serious damage to your saw will result.

Blades

A dull blade will cause slow, inefficient cutting overload on the saw
motor, excessive splintering, and could increase the possibility of
kickback. Recommended blades for use with your tool are available at
extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you
need assistance regarding blades, please call 1-800-4-D

EWALT

(1-800-433-9258).

CAUTION: Do not use abrasive discs or blades for cutting ferrous

(steel) materials, glass or tile.

WARNING: To minimize the risk of eye injury, always use eye

protection. Carbide is a hard but brittle material. Foreign objects in

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the work piece such as wire or nails can cause tips to crack or break.
Only operate saw machine when proper saw blade guard is in place.
Mount blade securely in proper rotation before using, and always use
a clean, sharp blade.

Cutting Depth Adjustment

1. TURN OFF TOOL AND REMOVE BATTERY PACK.

2. Hold the saw firmly and loosen (counterclockwise) the depth
adjustment knob and move shoe to obtain the desired depth of
cut.

3. Make sure the depth adjustment knob has been retightened
(clockwise) before operating saw.

For the most efficient cutting action, set the depth adjustment so that
one tooth of the blade will project below the material to be cut. This
distance is from the tip of the tooth to the bottom of the gullet in front
of it. This keeps blade friction at a minimum, removes sawdust from

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1

5

20

30

40

5
0

SWITCH LOCK
OFF RELEASE

BUTTON

TRIGGER

SWITCH

SUPPORT

DO support board or
panel NEAR the cut.

FIG. 6

FIG. 7

FIG. 8

0

1

5

2

0

3

0

40

50

LOOSEN

clockwise

TIGHTEN

counterclockwise

BEVEL

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

FIG. 4

FIG. 5

BLADE LOCK

BUTTON

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the cut, results in cooler, faster sawing and reduces the chance of
kickback. A method for checking for correct cutting depth is shown
in FIG. 5. Lay a piece of the material you plan to cut along the side
of the blade, as shown, and observe how much tooth projects beyond
the material.

NOTE: When using carbide-tipped blades, make an exception to the
above rule and allow only one-half of a tooth to project below the
material to be cut.

Bevel Angle Adjustment

The full range of the bevel adjustment is from 0˚ to 50˚. The quadrant
is graduated in increments of 5˚. On the front of the saw is a bevel
angle adjustment mechanism (FIG. 5) consisting of a calibrated
quadrant and a knob. To set the saw for a bevel cut:

1. TURN OFF TOOL AND REMOVE BATTERY PACK.

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0

1
5

2

0

3
0

40

50

DON’T support board or
panel AWAY from the cut.

FIG. 9

FIG. 10

2. Loosen (counterclockwise) the quadrant knob and tilt shoe to the
desired angle by aligning the pointer with the desired angle mark.
Retighten knob firmly (clockwise).

NOTE: The quadrant pointer, located between the quadrant knob
and the quadrant, can be adjusted after loosening its screw.
Retighten firmly after adjustment.

Shoe Adjustment for 90˚ Cuts

If additional adjustment is needed:

1. TURN OFF TOOL AND REMOVE BATTERY PACK.

2. Adjust the saw to 0˚ bevel.

3. Retract blade guard. Place the saw on blade side.

4. Loosen bevel adjustment knob. Place a square against the blade
and shoe to adjust the 90˚ setting.

5. Move the adjustment screw so that the shoe will stop at the proper
angle.

6. Confirm the accuracy of the setting by checking the squareness of
an actual cut on a scrap piece of material.

Kerf Indicator

The front of the saw shoe has a kerf indicator for vertical and bevel
cutting. This indicator enables you to guide the saw along cutting
lines penciled on the material being cut. The indicator lines up with
the left (outer) side of the saw blade, which makes the slot or “kerf”
cut by the moving blade fall to the right of the indicator. Guide along
the penciled cutting line so that the kerf falls into the waste or surplus
material.

Switch

Release lock off by pressing button as shown in FIG. 6. Pull the
trigger switch to turn the motor ON. Releasing the trigger turns the
motor OFF . Releasing the trigger also automatically actuates lock of f
button.

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NOTE: This tool has no provision to lock the switch in the ON
position, and should never be locked ON by any other means.

Work Piece Support

FIG. 7 shows proper sawing position. Note that hands are kept away
from cutting area. To avoid kickback, DO support board or panel
NEAR the cut, (FIG. 8). DON’T support board or panel away from the
cut, (FIG. 9).

WARNING: It is important to support the work properly and to
hold the saw firmly to prevent loss of control which could cause
personal injury. FIG. 7 illustrates typical hand support of the saw.
ALWAYS TURN OFF TOOL AND REMOVE BATTERY BEFORE
MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS!

Place the work with its “good” side–the one on which appearance is
most important–down. The saw cuts upward, so any splintering will
be on the work face that is up when you cut it.

Cutting

Place the wider portion of the saw shoe on that part of the work piece
which is solidly supported, not on the section that will fall off when the
cut is made. As examples, FIG. 7 illustrates the RIGHT way to cut
off the end of a board. Always clamp work. Don’t try to hold short
pieces by hand! Remember to support cantilevered and overhanging
material. Use caution when sawing material from below.

Be sure saw is up to full speed before blade contacts material to be
cut. Starting saw with blade against material to be cut or pushed
forward into kerf can result in kickback. Push the saw forward at a
speed which allows the blade to cut without laboring. Hardness and
toughness can vary even in the same piece of material, and knotty or
damp sections can put a heavy load on the saw. When this happens,
push the saw more slowly, but hard enough to keep it working without
much decrease in speed. Forcing the saw can cause rough cuts,
inaccuracy, kickback, and over-heating of the motor. Should your cut

begin to go off the line, don’t try to force it back on. Release the switch
and allow blade to come to a complete stop. Then you can withdraw
the saw, sight anew , and start a new cut slightly inside the wrong one.
In any event, withdraw the saw if you must shift the cut. Forcing a
correction inside the cut can stall the saw and lead to kickback.

IF SAW STALLS, RELEASE THE TRIGGER AND BACK THE SAW
UNTIL IT IS LOOSE. BE SURE BLADE IS STRAIGHT IN THE CUT
AND CLEAR OF THE CUTTING EDGE BEFORE RESTARTING.

As you finish a cut, release the trigger and allow the blade to stop
before lifting the saw from the work. As you lift the saw, the spring­tensioned telescoping guard will automatically close under the blade.
Remember the blade is exposed until this occurs. Never reach under
the work for any reason. When you have to retract the telescoping
guard manually (as is necessary for starting pocket cuts) always use
the retracting lever.

NOTE: When cutting thin strips, be careful to ensure that small cutoff
pieces don’t hang up on inside of lower guard.

RIPPING

Ripping is the process of cutting wider boards into narrower strips­cutting grain lengthwise. Hand guiding is more difficult for this type
of sawing and some type of guide should be used.

POCKET CUTTING (FIG. 10)

TURN OFF TOOL AND REMOVE BATTERY PACK BEFORE
ADJUSTING.

A pocket cut is one that is made in a floor, wall, or other flat surface.
Adjust saw shoe so blade cuts at desired depth. Tilt saw forward
and rest front of the shoe on material to be cut. Using the retracting
lever, retract blade guard to an upward position. Lower rear of shoe
until blade teeth almost touch cutting line. Now release the blade
guard (its contact with the work will keep it in position to open freely
as you start the cut). Start the motor and gradually lower the saw until
its shoe rests flat on the material to be cut. Advance saw along the

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cutting line until cut is completed. Release trigger and allow blade to
stop completely before withdrawing the blade from the material.
When starting each new cut, repeat as above. Never tie the blade
guard in a raised position. Never move the saw backwards when
pocket cutting. This may cause the unit to raise up off of the work
surface which could cause injury.

Kickback

When the saw blade becomes pinched or twisted in the cut, kickback
can occur. The saw is thrust rapidly back toward the operator. When
the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf closing down, the
blade stalls and the motor reaction drives the unit backward. When
the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut, the teeth at the
back edge of the blade can dig into the top surface of the wood
causing the blade to climb out of the kerf and jump back toward the
operator. Kickback is more likely to occur when any of the following
conditions exist.

Improper work piece support

• Sagging or improper lifting of the cutoff piece causing pinching of

the blade.

• Cutting through material supported at the outer ends only (FIG. 9).

As the material weakens it sags, closing down the kerf and
pinching the blade.

• Cutting off a cantilevered or overhanging piece of material from the

bottom up in a vertical direction. The falling cut off piece can pinch
the blade.

• Cutting off long narrow strips (as in ripping). The cutoff strip can

sag or twist closing the kerf and pinching the blade.

• Snagging the lower guard on a surface below the material being

cut, momentarily reducing operator control. The saw can lift
partially out of the cut, increasing the chance of blade twist.

Improper depth of cut setting on saw

Using the saw with an excessive depth of cut setting increases
loading on the unit and susceptibility to twisting of the blade in the kerf.
It also increases the surface area of the blade available for pinching

under conditions of kerf close down.

Blade twisting (Misalignment in Cut)

• Pushing harder to cut through a knot, or hard grain area can cause

blade to twist.

• Trying to turn the saw in the cut (trying to get back on the marked

line) can cause blade twist.

• Extended reach or operating saw with poor body control (out of

balance) can result in twisting the blade.

• Changing grip or body position while cutting can result in blade

twist.

• Backing unit up to clear blade can lead to twist if not done carefully.

Insufficient allowance for particularly tough materials

Materials that require extra attention: wet lumber, green lumber
(material freshly cut or not kiln dried), pressure treated lumber
(material treated with preservatives or anti-rot chemicals)

Use of dull or dirty blades

Dull blades cause increased loading of the saw. To compensate, an
operator will usually push harder which further loads the unit and
promotes twisting of the blade in the kerf. Worn blades may also have
insufficient body clearance which increases the chance of binding and
increased loading.

Lifting the saw when making bevel cuts

Bevel cuts require special operator attention to proper cutting
techniques - especially guidance of the saw. Both blade angle to the
shoe and greater blade surface in the material increase the chance for
binding and misalignment (twist) to occur.

Restarting a cut with the blade teeth jammed against the
material

The saw should be brought up to full operating speed before starting
a cut or restarting a cut after the unit has been stopped with the blade
in the kerf. Failure to do so can cause stalling and kickback.

Any other conditions which could result in pinching, binding, twisting,
or misalignment of the blade could cause kickback. Refer to sections

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