DeWalt DW9118 Cordless Saw User Manual


 
English
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INSTALL
RIP FENCE
IN THIS
DIRECTION
FIG. 16
POCKET CUTTING (FIG. 17)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
turn tool off and disconnect tool from battery pack before
making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments
or accessories.
WARNING: 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 the work surface which could cause injury.
A pocket cut is one that is made in
FIG. 17
M
a floor, wall, or other flat surface.
1. Adjust the saw shoe so the
blade cuts at desired depth.
2. Tilt the saw forward and rest
front of the shoe on material
to be cut.
3. Using the retracting lever,
retract lower blade guard to
an upward position. Lower
rear of shoe until blade teeth
almost touch cutting line.
4. Release the blade guard(its contact with the work will keep it
in position to open freely as you start the cut). Remove hand
from guard lever and firmly grip auxilary handle, (M) as shown
in Figure 17. Position your body and arm to allow you to resist
kickback if it occurs.
5. Make sure blade is not in contact with cutting surface before
starting saw.
6. Start the motor and gradually lower the saw until its shoe rests
flat on the material to be cut. Advance saw along the cutting line
until cut is completed.
7. Release trigger and allow blade to stop completely before
withdrawing the blade from the material.
8. When starting each new cut, repeat as above.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
turn tool off and disconnect tool from battery pack before
making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments
or accessories.
Cleaning
WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals for
cleaning the non-metallic parts of the tool. These chemicals may
weaken the plastic materials used in these parts. Use a cloth
dampened only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid get
inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
CHARGER CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Shock hazard. Disconnect the charger from the AC
outlet before cleaning. Dirt and grease may be removed from the
exterior of the charger using a cloth or soft non-metallic brush. Do
not use water or any cleaning solutions.
Lubrication
Self lubricating ball and roller bearings are used in the tool and
relubrication is not required. However, it is recommended that, once