DeWalt DW717 Cordless Saw User Manual


 
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use identical replacement parts.
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. This warranty does not cover part failure due to
normal wear or tool abuse. For further detail of warranty
coverage and warranty repair information, visit www.
dewalt.com or call 1-800-4-D
EWALT (1-800-433-9258).
This warranty does not apply to accessories or damage
caused where repairs have been made or attempted by
others. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and
you may have other rights which vary in certain states or
provinces.
In addition to the warranty, D
EWALT tools are covered by
our:
1 YEAR FREE SERVICE
D
EWALT will maintain the tool and replace worn parts
caused by normal use, for free, any time during the first
year after purchase.
90 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE
If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of
your D
EWALT Power Tool, Laser, or Nailer for any reason,
you can return it within 90 days from the date of purchase
with a receipt for a full refund – no questions asked.
LATIN AMERICA: This warranty does not apply to products
sold in Latin America. For products sold in Latin America,
see country specific warranty information contained either
in the packaging, call the local company or see website for
warranty information.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your
warning labels become illegible or are missing, call
1-800-4-D
EWALT 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.
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 ser-
vice center
4. Brushes worn out 4. Have brushes replaced by authorized
service center or replace them yourself
as instructed on Page 9.
SAW MAKES
UNSATISFACTORY CUTS
1. Dull blade 1. Replace blade, see Page 6.
2. Blade mounted backwards 2. Turn blade around, see Page 6.
3. Gum or pitch on blade 3. Remove blade and clean with turpen-
tine and coarse steel wool or house-
hold oven cleaner
4. Incorrect blade for work being done 4. Change the blade type, see pages 6.
BLADE DOES NOT COME UP
TO SPEED
1. Extension cord too light or too long 1. Replace with adequate size cord, see
Page 2.
2. Low house current 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 6.
2. Stand or bench on uneven floor 2. Reposition on flat level surface, see
Page 6.
3. Damaged saw blade 3. Replace blade, see Page 6.
DOES NOT MAKE ACCURATE
MITER CUTS
1. Miter scale not adjusted correctly 1. Check and adjust, see Page 7.
2. Blade is not square to fence 2. Check and adjust, see Page 8.
3. Blade is not perpendicular to table 3. Check and adjust fence, see Page 8.
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 13.