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FIG. 4
Proper Hand Position (Fig. 1, 5–9)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, ALWAYS use proper hand
position as shown.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, ALWAYS hold securely in
anticipation of a sudden reaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the main handle (B), with the other hand
on the hand grip (E).
Cutting with Blade in Horizontal
FIG. 5
Position (Fig. 5)
Your DWE357-XE is equipped with a
horizontal blade clamp. Installing a blade
in the horizontal orientation allows cutting
close to floors, walls or ceilings where
limited clearance is available. Ensure that
the shoe is pressed against the framing to
avoid kickback.
Shoe
CAUTION: Cut hazard. To prevent loss of
control, never use tool without shoe.
The DWE357-XE comes with a fixed shoe
that is not adjustable.
Cutting (Fig. 5–9)
WARNING: Always use eye protection. All users and bystanders must wear eye
protection that conforms to ANSI Z87.1.
WARNING: Exercise extra caution when cutting towards operator. Always hold saw
firmly with both hands while cutting.
Before cutting any type of material, be sure it is firmly anchored or clamped to prevent
slipping. Place blade lightly against work to be cut, switch on saw motor and allow it
to obtain maximum speed before applying pressure. Whenever possible, the saw shoe
must be held firmly against the material being cut (Fig. 6). This will prevent the saw
from jumping or vibrating and minimize blade breakage. Any cuts which put pressure
on the blade such as angle or scroll cuts increase potential for vibration, kickback, and
blade breakage.
FIG. 6
WARNING: Use extra caution when cutting overhead and pay particular attention
to overhead wires which may be hidden from view. Anticipate the path of falling
branches and debris ahead of time.
WARNING: Inspect work site for hidden gas pipes, water pipes or electrical wires
before making blind or plunge cuts. Failure to do so may result in explosion, property
damage, electric shock, and/or serious personal injury.