DeWalt DW717 Saw User Manual


 
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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.
1. All bearings are sealed. They are lubricated for life and need no
further maintenance.
2. 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.
3. The brushes are designed to give you several years of use. If they
ever need replacement follow the instructions on Page 9 or return the
tool to the nearest service center for repair. Service center locations
are packed with your tool.
Service Information
Please have the following information available for all service calls:
Model Number ________________ Serial Number _________________
Date and Place of Purchase __________________________________
Repairs
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and
adjustments should be performed by a DEWALT factory service center,
a DEWALT authorized service center or other qualified service personnel.
Always use identical replacement parts.
Guarantee
Applicable to hand held Power Tools, Lasers and Nailers.
Three Year Limited Warranty
DEWALT will repair, without charge, any defects due to faulty materials or
workmanship for three years from the date of purchase. Please return the
complete unit, transportation prepaid, to any DEWALT Service Centre, or
any authorised service station.
For warranty repair information, call (AUS) 1800 654 155 or (NZ) 09 259
1111.
This warranty does not apply to
• Accessories
• Damage caused where repairs have been made or attempted by
others.
• Damage due to misuse, neglect, wear and tear, alteration or
modification.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights
under the provisions of the Consumer Guarantee Act 1993 (New Zealand
only), Trade Practices Act 1974 and State Legislation (Australia only).
In addition to the warranty, D
EWALT tools are covered by our:
FREE ONE YEAR SERVICE CONTRACT
DEWALT will also maintain the tool for free at any time during the first year
of purchase. This includes labour, parts and lubrication required to restore
the product to sound mechanical and/or electrical condition. Normal wear
parts are not covered in this service. Carbon brushes worn more then
50% will be replaced.
NOTE: Three Year Warranty is not applicable to items deemed as
consumables. Radial arm saws are covered by a one (1) year warranty
only. D
EWALT Reserves the right to review its warranty policy prior to
launch of any new business development products.
30 DAY NO SATISFACTION GUARANTEE
If you are dissatisfied with any D
EWALT power tool, laser or nailer, for any
reason, simply return it to the point of purchase with your sales receipt
within 30 days for a replacement unit or a full refund.
Troubleshooting Guide
BE SURE TO FOLLOW SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS
TROUBLE! WHAT’S WRONG? WHAT TO DO
SAW WILL NOT START 1. Saw not plugged in 1. Plug in saw.
2. Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped 2. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
3. Cord damaged 3. Have cord replaced by authorized service center.
4. Brushes worn out 4. Have brushes replaced by authorized service center or
replace them yourself as instructed on page 7.
SAW MAKES UNSATISFACTORY CUTS 1. Dull blade 1. Replace blade, see page 4.
2. Blade mounted backwards 2. Turn blade around, see page 4.
3. Gum or pitch on blade 3. Remove blade and clean with turpentine and
coarse steel wool or household oven cleaner.
4. Incorrect blade for work being done 4. Change the blade type, see page 3.
BLADE DOES NOT COME UP TO SPEED 1. Extension cord too light or too long 1. Replace with adequate size cord, see page 1.
2. Low house voltage 2. Contact your electric company.
MACHINE VIBRATES EXCESSIVELY 1. Saw not mounted securely to stand or
work bench
1. Tighten all mounting hardware, see page 4.
2. Stand or bench on uneven floor 2. Reposition on flat level surface, see page 4.
3. Damaged saw blade 3. Replace blade, see page 4.
DOES NOT MAKE ACCURATE
MITER CUTS
1. Miter scale not adjusted correctly 1. Check and adjust, see page 6.
2. Blade is not square to fence 2. Check and adjust, see page 6.
3. Blade is not perpendicular to table 3. Check and adjust fence, see page 6.
4. Workpiece moving 4. Clamp workpiece securely to fence or glue 120
grit sandpaper to fence with rubber cement.
MATERIAL PINCHES BLADE 1. Cutting bowed material 1. Position bowed material as shown on page 11.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become
illegible or are missing, call (AUS) 1800 654 155 or (NZ) 09 259 1111 for
a free replacement.
Patent Notification
Manufactured under one or more of the following U.S. patents:
6,823,765 6,101,914 5,907,987 5,375,495
6,810,780 6,035,754 5,862,734 5,285,708
6,520,059, 6,032,563 5,582,089 5,199,343
Other patents may be pending.