DeWalt DCS727-XE User manual

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DCS727-XE

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the
instructionmanual.
Definitions: Safety Guidelines
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word.
Please read the manual and pay attention to thesesymbols.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or seriousinjury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or seriousinjury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderateinjury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which,
if not avoided, may result in propertydamage.
Denotes risk of electricshock.
Denotes risk offire.
The vibration and/or noise emission level given in this information sheet has
been measured in accordance with a standardised test given in EN62841
and may be used to compare one tool with another. It may be used for a
preliminary assessment ofexposure.
WARNING: The declared vibration and/or noise emission level
represents the main applications of the tool. However if the tool is
used for different applications, with different accessories or poorly
maintained, the vibration and/or noise emission may differ. This may
significantly increase the exposure level over the total workingperiod.
An estimation of the level of exposure to vibration and/or noise should
also take into account the times when the tool is switched off or when
it is running but not actually doing the job. This may significantly
reduce the exposure level over the total workingperiod.
Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator from
the effects of vibration and/or noise such as: maintain the tool
and the accessories, keep the hands warm (relevant for vibration),
organisation of workpatterns.
DCS727-XE
Voltage VDC 54
Type 1
Battery type Li-Ion
Blade diameter mm 250
Blade bore mm 30
Blade body thickness mm 1.75
Max. kerf thickness mm 3.0
Max. blade speed min-1 4300
Max. cross-cut capacity 90° mm 305
Max. mitre capacity 45° mm 215
Max. depth of cut 90° mm 90
Max. depth of bevel cross-cut 45° mm 50
Mitre (max. positions) left 50°
right 60°
Bevel (max. positions) left 49°
right 49°
0° mitre
Baseboard max. height 150 mm mm 28
Resulting width at max. height 90 mm mm 290
Resulting height at max. width 305 mm mm 77
45° mitre left
Resulting width at max. height 90 mm mm 200
Resulting height at max. width 210 mm mm 77
45° mitre right
Resulting width at max. height 90 mm mm 200
Resulting height at max. width 210 mm mm 77
45° bevel left
Resulting width at max. height 60 mm mm 290
Resulting height at max. width 305 mm mm 50
45° bevel right
Resulting width at max. height 28 mm mm 290
Resulting height at max. width 305 mm mm 20
Automatic blade brake time s< 4
Weight (without battery pack) kg 20.5
Noise values and/or vibration values (triax vector sum) according to EN62841-3-9:
LPA (emission sound pressure level) dB(A) 100.3
LWA (sound power level) dB(A) 111.7
K (uncertainty for the given sound level) dB(A) 3
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Technical Data
English (original instructions)
MITRE SAW
DCS727XE
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations
and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded)
power tool or battery-operated (cordless) powertool.
1) Work Area Safety
a ) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas
inviteaccidents.
b ) 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.
c ) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power
tool. Distractions can cause you to losecontrol.
2) Electrical Safety
a ) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the
plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets
will reduce risk of electricshock.
b ) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as
pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased
risk of electric shock if your body is earthed orgrounded.
c ) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electricshock.
d ) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling
or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat,
oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electricshock.

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e ) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use
reduces the risk of electricshock.
f ) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use
a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD
reduces the risk of electricshock.
3) Personal Safety
a ) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense
when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you
are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personalinjury.
b ) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personalinjuries.
c ) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-
position before connecting to power source and/or battery
pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with
your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the
switch on invitesaccidents.
d ) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power
tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the
power tool may result in personalinjury.
e ) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of the power tool in unexpectedsituations.
f ) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep
your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewellery or long hair can be caught in movingparts.
g ) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and
collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly
used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-relatedhazards.
h ) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow
you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A
careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of asecond.
4) Power Tool Use and Care
a ) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your
application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at
the rate for which it wasdesigned.
b ) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and
off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must berepaired.
c ) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the
battery pack, if detachable, from the power tool before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power
toolaccidentally.
d ) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do
not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous
in the hands of untrainedusers.
e ) Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
Batteries
Chargers/Charge Times (Minutes)
Cat #
DC
Weight
*Date code 201811475B or later
**Date code 201536 or later
**Battery charge times matrix provided for guidance only; charge times will vary depending on temperature and condition of batteries.
**Battery charge times matrix provided for guidance only; charge times will vary depending on temperature and condition of batteries.
Batteries Chargers/Charge Times (Minutes)**
Cat # VDC Ah Weight (kg) DCB104 DCB107 DCB112/
DCB1102 DCB113 DCB115/ DCB1104 DCB116 DCB117 DCB118 DCB132
DCB546 18/54 6.0/2.0 1.08 60 270 170 140 90 80 40 60 90
DCB547/G 18/54 9.0/3.0 1.46 75* 420 270 220 135* 110* 60 75* 135*
DCB548 18/54 12.0/4.0 1.46 120 540 350 300 180 150 80 120 180
DCB549 18/54 15.0/5.0 2.12 125 730 450 380 230 170 90 125 230
*Date code 201811475B or later
**Battery charge times matrix provided for guidance only; charge times will vary depending on temperature and condition of batteries.
other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation.
If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained powertools.
f ) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting
tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier
tocontrol.
g ) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance
with these instructions, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power
tool for operations different from those intended could result in a
hazardoussituation.
h ) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil
and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for
safe handling and control of the tool in unexpectedsituations.
5) Battery Tool Use and Care
a ) Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer.
A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk
of fire when used with another batterypack.
b ) Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs.
Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury andfire.
c ) 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 burns
or afire.
d ) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the
battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation orburns.
e ) Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified.
Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour
resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
f ) Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive
temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 °C may
causeexplosion.
g ) Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery
pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the
instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the
specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
6) Service
a ) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person
using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the power tool is maintained.
b ) Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs
should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service
providers.
Safety Instructions for Mitre Saws
a ) Mitre saws are intended to cut wood or wood-like products,
they cannot be used with abrasive cut-off wheels for cutting
ferrous material such as bars, rods, studs, etc. Abrasive dust
causes moving parts such as the lower guard to jam. Sparks from
abrasive cutting will burn the lower guard, the kerf insert and other
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b ) Use clamps to support the workpiece whenever possible. If
supporting the workpiece by hand, you must always keep your
hand at least 100mm from either side of the saw blade. Do
not use this saw to cut pieces that are too small to be securely
clamped or held by hand. If your hand is placed too close to the saw
blade, there is an increased risk of injury from bladecontact.
c ) The workpiece must be stationary and clamped or held against
both the fence and the table. Do not feed the workpiece into
the blade or cut “freehand” in any way. Unrestrained or moving
workpieces could be thrown at high speeds, causinginjury.
d ) Push the saw through the workpiece. Do not pull the saw
through the workpiece. To make a cut, raise the saw head
and pull it out over the workpiece without cutting, start the
motor, press the saw head down and push the saw through
the workpiece. Cutting on the pull stroke is likely to cause the saw
blade to climb on top of the workpiece and violently throw the blade
assembly towards theoperator.
e ) Never cross your hand over the intended line of cutting either
in front or behind the saw blade. Supporting the workpiece “cross
handed” i.e. holding the workpiece to the right of the saw blade with
your left hand or vice versa is verydangerous.
f ) Do not reach behind the fence with either hand closer than
100mm from either side of the saw blade, to remove wood
scraps, or for any other reason while the blade is spinning. The
proximity of the spinning saw blade to your hand may not be obvious
and you may be seriouslyinjured.
g ) Inspect your workpiece before cutting. If the workpiece is
bowed or warped, clamp it with the outside bowed face toward
the fence. Always make certain that there is no gap between
the workpiece, fence and table along the line of the cut. Bent or
warped workpieces can twist or shift and may cause binding on the
spinning saw blade while cutting. There should be no nails or foreign
objects in theworkpiece.
h ) Do not use the saw until the table is clear of all tools, wood
scraps, etc., except for the workpiece. Small debris or loose pieces
of wood or other objects that contact the revolving blade can be
thrown with highspeed.
i ) Cut only one workpiece at a time. Stacked multiple workpieces
cannot be adequately clamped or braced and may bind on the blade
or shift duringcutting.
j ) Ensure the mitre saw is mounted or placed on a level, firm work
surface before use. A level and firm work surface reduces the risk of
the mitre saw becomingunstable.
k ) Plan your work. Every time you change the bevel or mitre
angle setting, make sure the adjustable fence is set correctly
to support the workpiece and will not interfere with the blade
or the guarding system. Without turning the tool “ON” and with
no workpiece on the table, move the saw blade through a complete
simulated cut to assure there will be no interference or danger of
cutting thefence.
l ) Provide adequate support such as table extensions, saw horses,
etc. for a workpiece that is wider or longer than the table top.
Workpieces longer or wider than the mitre saw table can tip if not
securely supported. If the cut-off piece or workpiece tips, it can lift the
lower guard or be thrown by the spinningblade.
m ) Do not use another person as a substitute for a table extension
or as additional support. Unstable support for the workpiece can
cause the blade to bind or the workpiece to shift during the cutting
operation pulling you and the helper into the spinningblade.
n ) The cut-off piece must not be jammed or pressed by any means
against the spinning saw blade. If confined, i.e. using length
stops, the cut-off piece could get wedged against the blade and
thrownviolently.
o ) Always use a clamp or a fixture designed to properly support
round material such as rods or tubing. Rods have a tendency to
roll while being cut, causing the blade to “bite” and pull the work with
your hand into theblade.
p ) Let the blade reach full speed before contacting the workpiece.
This will reduce the risk of the workpiece beingthrown.
q ) If the workpiece or blade becomes jammed, turn the mitre
saw off. Wait for all moving parts to stop and disconnect the
plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack.
Then work to free the jammed material. Continued sawing with
a jammed workpiece could cause loss of control or damage to the
mitresaw.
r ) After finishing the cut, release the switch, hold the saw head
down and wait for the blade to stop before removing the cut-off
piece. Reaching with your hand near the coasting blade isdangerous.
s ) Hold the handle firmly when making an incomplete cut or when
releasing the switch before the saw head is completely in the
down position. The braking action of the saw may cause the saw
head to be suddenly pulled downward, causing a risk ofinjury.
Additional Safety Rules for Mitre Saws
WARNING: Do not connect to the mains power supply into the unit
until complete instructions are read andunderstood.
• DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE until it is completely assembled and
installed according to the instructions. A machine incorrectly assembled
can cause seriousinjury.
• OBTAIN ADVICE from your supervisor, instructor, or another qualified
person if you are not thoroughly familiar with the operation of this
machine. Knowledge issafety.
• MAKE CERTAIN the blade rotates in the correct direction. The teeth on the
blade should point in the direction of rotation as marked on thesaw.
• TIGHTEN ALL CLAMP HANDLES, knobs and levers prior to operation.
Loose clamps can cause parts or the workpiece to be thrown at
highspeeds.
• AVOID UNCONTROLLED RELEASE OF THE SAW HEAD FROM
FULLY DOWN POSITION. Otherwise, there is a risk that the machine will
tipover.
• BE SURE all blade and blade clamps are clean, recessed sides of blade
clamps are against blade and arbour screw is tightened securely. Loose or
improper blade clamping may result in damage to the saw and possible
personalinjury.
• DO NOT OPERATE ON ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE DESIGNATED
VOLTAGE for the saw. Overheating, damage to the tool and personal
injury mayoccur.
• DO NOT WEDGE ANYTHING AGAINST THE FAN to hold the motor
shaft. Damage to tool and possible personal injury mayoccur.
• NEVER CUT METALS or masonry. Either of these can cause the carbide
tips to fly off the blade at high speeds causing seriousinjury.
• NEVER HAVE ANY PART OF YOUR BODY IN LINE WITH THE PATH
OF THE SAW BLADE. Personal injury willoccur.
• NEVER APPLY BLADE LUBRICANT TO A RUNNING BLADE. Applying
lubricant could cause your hand to move into the blade resulting in
seriousinjury.
• DO NOT place either hand in the blade area when the saw is connected to
the power source. Inadvertent blade activation may result in seriousinjury.
• NEVER REACH AROUND OR BEHIND THE SAW BLADE. A blade can
cause seriousinjury.
• DO NOT REACH UNDERNEATH THE SAW unless it is unplugged and
turned off. Contact with saw blade may cause personalinjury.
• SECURE THE MACHINE TO A STABLE SUPPORTING SURFACE.
Vibration can possibly cause the machine to slide, walk, or tip over,
causing seriousinjury.

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• USE ONLY CROSSCUT SAW BLADES recommended for mitre saws.
For best results, do not use carbide tipped blades with hook angles in
excess of 7 degrees. Do not use blades with deep gullets. These can deflect
and contact the guard, and can cause damage to the machine and/or
seriousinjury.
• USE ONLY BLADES OF THE CORRECT SIZE AND TYPE specified for this
tool to prevent damage to the machine and/or serious injury (complying
with EN847-1:2017).
• INSPECT BLADE FOR CRACKS or other damage prior to operation. A
cracked or damaged blade can come apart and pieces can be thrown at
high speeds, causing serious injury. Replace cracked or damaged blades
immediately. Observe the maximum speed marked on the sawblade.
• THE MAXIMUM SPEED OF THE SAW BLADE shall always be greater
than or at least equal to the speed marked on the rating plate of the tool.
• THE SAW BLADE DIAMETER must be in accordance with the markings
on rating plate of the tool.
• CLEAN THE BLADE AND BLADE CLAMPS prior to operation. Cleaning
the blade and blade clamps allows you to check for any damage to the
blade or blade clamps. A cracked or damaged blade or blade clamp
can come apart and pieces can be thrown at high speeds, causing
seriousinjury.
• DO NOT USE WARPED BLADES. Check to see if the blade runs true and
is free from vibration. A vibrating blade can cause damage to the machine
and/or seriousinjury.
• 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.
• KEEP GUARD IN PLACE and in workingorder.
• ALWAYS USE THE KERF PLATE AND REPLACE THIS PLATE WHEN
DAMAGED. Small chip accumulation under the saw may interfere with
the saw blade or may cause instability of workpiece whencutting.
• USE ONLY BLADE CLAMPS SPECIFIED FOR THIS TOOL to prevent
damage to the machine and/or seriousinjury.
• MAKE SURE to use the correct saw blade for the material to becut.
• CLEAN THE MOTOR AIR SLOTS of chips and sawdust. Clogged motor
air slots can cause the machine to overheat, damaging the machine and
possibly causing a short which could cause seriousinjury.
• NEVER LOCK THE SWITCH IN THE “ON” POSITION. Severe personal
injury mayresult.
• NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped
or if the cutting tool is unintentionallycontacted.
WARNING: Cutting plastics, sap coated wood, and other materials
may cause melted material to accumulate on the blade tips and the
body of the saw blade, increasing the risk of blade overheating and
binding whilecutting.
WARNING: Always wear proper personal hearing protection.
Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product
may contribute to hearing loss. Be aware of the following factors
influencing exposure to noise:
• Use saw blades designed to reduce the emitted noise,
• Use only well sharpened saw blades, and
• Use specifically designed noise-reduction sawblades.
WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT
safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation isdusty.
WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disperse dust, which
may cause serious and permanent respiratory or otherinjury.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples
of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry
products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treatedlumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type
of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated
area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks
that are specially designed to filter out microscopicparticles.
• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction activities. Wear protective
clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to
get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption of
harmfulchemicals.
WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disperse dust, which
may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always
use approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dustexposure.
Residual Risks
The following risks are inherent to the use of saws:
• Injuries caused by touching the rotatingparts.
In spite of the application of the relevant safety regulations and the
implementation of safety devices, certain residual risks cannot be avoided.
These are:
• Impairment ofhearing.
• Risk of accidents caused by the uncovered parts of the rotating sawblade.
• Risk of injury when changing theblade.
• Risk of squeezing fingers when opening theguards.
• Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed when sawing wood,
especially oak, beech andMDF.
The following factors increase the risk of breathing problems:
• No dust extractor connected when sawingwood.
• Insufficient dust extraction caused by uncleaned exhaustfilters.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Chargers
DeWALT chargers require no adjustment and are designed to be as easy as
possible tooperate.
Electrical Safety
The electric motor has been designed for one voltage only. Always check
that the battery pack voltage corresponds to the voltage on the rating
plate. Also make sure that the voltage of your charger corresponds to that
of yourmains.
Your DeWALT charger is double insulated in
accordance with EN60335; therefore no earth wire
isrequired.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced only by DeWALT or an
authorised serviceorganisation.
Mains Plug Replacement
(U.K. & Ireland Only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
• Safely dispose of the oldplug.
• Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in theplug.
• Connect the blue lead to the neutralterminal.
WARNING: No connection is to be made to the earthterminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good quality plugs.
Recommended fuse: 3A.
Using an Extension Cable
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use an
approved extension cable suitable for the power input of your charger (see
Technical Data). The minimum conductor size is 1mm2; the maximum
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Charging a Battery (Fig. B)
1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before inserting
batterypack.
2. Insert the battery pack 4 into the charger, making sure the battery
pack is fully seated in the charger. The red (charging) light will blink
repeatedly indicating that the charging process has started.
3. The completion of charge will be indicated by the red light remaining
ON continuously. The battery pack is fully charged and may be used
at this time or left in the charger. To remove the battery pack from the
charger, push the battery release button 5 on the battery pack.
NOTE: To ensure maximum performance and life of lithium-ion battery
packs, charge the battery pack fully before first use.
Charger Operation
Refer to the indicators below for the charge status of the battery pack.
Charge Indicators
Charging
Fully Charged
Hot/Cold Pack Delay*
*The red light will continue to blink, but a yellow indicator light will be
illuminated during this operation. Once the battery pack has reached an
appropriate temperature, the yellow light will turn off and the charger will
resume the charging procedure.
The compatible charger(s) will not charge a faulty battery pack. The charger
will indicate faulty battery by refusing to light.
NOTE: This could also mean a problem with a charger.
If the charger indicates a problem, take the charger and battery pack to be
tested at an authorised service centre.
Hot/Cold Pack Delay
When the charger detects a battery pack that is too hot or too cold, it
automatically starts a Hot/Cold Pack Delay, suspending charging until the
battery pack has reached an appropriate temperature. The charger then
automatically switches to the pack charging mode. This feature ensures
maximum battery pack life.
A cold battery pack will charge at a slower rate than a warm battery pack.
The battery pack will charge at that slower rate throughout the entire
charging cycle and will not return to maximum charge rate even if the
battery pack warms.
The DCB118 charger is equipped with an internal fan designed to cool
the battery pack. The fan will turn on automatically when the battery pack
needs to be cooled. Never operate the charger if the fan does not operate
properly or if ventilation slots are blocked. Do not permit foreign objects to
enter the interior of the charger.
Electronic Protection System
XR Li-Ion tools are designed with an Electronic Protection System that
will protect the battery pack against overloading, overheating or deep
discharge.
The tool will automatically turn off if the Electronic Protection System
engages. If this occurs, place the lithium-ion battery pack on the charger
until it is fully charged.
Wall Mounting
These chargers are designed to be wall mountable or to sit upright on a
table or work surface. If wall mounting, locate the charger within reach of an
electrical outlet, and away from a corner or other obstructions which may
impede air flow. Use the back of the charger as a template for the location
of the mounting screws on the wall. Mount the charger securely using
drywall screws (purchased separately) at least 25.4mm long with a screw
head diameter of 7–9mm, screwed into wood to an optimal depth leaving
approximately 5.5mm of the screw exposed. Align the slots on the back of
the charger with the exposed screws and fully engage them in theslots.
When using a cable reel, always unwind the cablecompletely.
Important Safety Instructions for All Battery Chargers
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: This manual contains important safety
and operating instructions for compatible battery chargers (refer to
TechnicalData).
• Before using charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on
charger, battery pack, and product using batterypack.
WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to get inside
charger. Electric shock mayresult.
WARNING: We recommend the use of a residual current device with a
residual current rating of 30mA orless.
CAUTION: Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, charge only
DeWALT rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries may burst
causing personal injury anddamage.
CAUTION: Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with theappliance.
NOTICE: Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged into 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
• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with any chargers
other than the ones in this manual. The charger and battery pack are
specifically designed to worktogether.
• These chargers are not intended for any uses other than charging
DeWALT rechargeable batteries. Any other uses may result in risk of fire,
electric shock orelectrocution.
• Do not expose charger to rain orsnow.
• Pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger. This will
reduce risk ofdamage to electric plug andcord.
• Make sure that cord is located so that it will not be stepped on,
tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage orstress.
• Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely necessary.
Use of improper extension cord could result in risk of fire,electric shock,
orelectrocution.
• 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. The charger is ventilated through slots in the top and the
bottom of thehousing.
• Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug—have them
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 authorised
servicecentre.
• Do not disassemble charger; take it to an authorised service centre
when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a
risk of electric shock, electrocution orfire.
• In case of damaged power supply cord the supply cord must be replaced
immediately by the manufacturer, its service agent or similar qualified
person to prevent anyhazard.
• Disconnect the charger from the outlet before attempting any
cleaning. This will reduce the risk of electric shock. Removing the
battery pack will not reduce thisrisk.
• NEVER attempt to connect two chargerstogether.
• The charger is designed to operate on standard 230V household
electrical power. Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage. This
does not apply to the vehicularcharger.

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Battery Packs
Important Safety Instructions for All Battery Packs
When ordering replacement battery packs, be sure to include catalogue
number and voltage.
The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using the
battery pack and charger, read the safety instructions below. Then follow
charging procedures outlined.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
• Do not charge or use battery in explosive atmospheres, such as
in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Inserting or
removing the battery from the charger may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Never force battery pack into charger. Do not modify battery pack
in any way to fit into a non-compatible charger as battery pack
may rupture causing serious personal injury.
• Charge the battery packs only in DeWALT chargers.
• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids.
• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locations where the
temperature may fall below 4 ˚C (34 ˚F) (such as outside sheds or
metal buildings in winter), or reach or exceed 40 ˚C (104 ˚F) (such
as outside sheds or metal buildings in summer).
• 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.
Toxic fumes and materials are created when lithium-ion battery packs
areburned.
• If battery contents come into contact with the skin, immediately
wash area with mild soap and water. If battery liquid gets into the
eye, rinse water over the open eye for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases.
If medical attention is needed, the battery electrolyte is composed of a
mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithium salts.
• Contents of opened battery cells may cause respiratory irritation.
Provide fresh air. If symptoms persists, seek medical attention.
WARNING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be flammable if exposed
to spark or flame.
WARNING: Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If
battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not insert into charger.
Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not use a battery pack
or charger that has received a sharp blow, been dropped, run over
or damaged in any way (i.e., pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer,
stepped on). Electric shock or electrocution may result. Damaged
battery packs should be returned to service centre for recycling.
WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store or carry the battery pack
so that metal objects can contact exposed battery terminals. For
example, do not place the battery pack in aprons, pockets, tool boxes,
product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose nails, screws, keys, etc.
CAUTION: When not in use, place tool on its side on a stable
surface where it will not cause a tripping or falling hazard. Some
tools with large battery packs will stand upright on the battery pack
but may be easily knocked over.
Transportation
WARNING: Fire hazard. Transporting batteries can possibly cause
fire if the battery terminals inadvertently come in contact with
conductive materials. When transporting batteries, make sure that the
battery terminals are protected and well insulated from materials that
could contact them and cause a short circuit.
NOTE: Lithium-ion batteries should not be put in checkedbaggage.
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. Never let any liquid get inside the
tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
DeWALT batteries comply with all applicable shipping regulations
as prescribed by industry and legal standards which include UN
Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods; International Air
Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations, International
Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Regulations, and the European
Agreement Concerning The International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by
Road (ADR). Lithium-ion cells and batteries have been tested to section 38.3
of the UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods Manual
of Tests and Criteria.
In most instances, shipping a DeWALT battery pack will be excepted
from being classified as a fully regulated Class 9 Hazardous Material. In
general, only shipments containing a lithium-ion battery with an energy
rating greater than 100 Watt Hours (Wh) will require being shipped
as fully regulated Class 9. All lithium-ion batteries have the Watt Hour
rating marked on the pack. Furthermore, due to regulation complexities,
DeWALT does not recommend air shipping lithium-ion battery packs alone
regardless of Watt Hour rating. Shipments of tools with batteries (combo
kits) can be air shipped as excepted if the Watt Hour rating of the battery
pack is no greater than 100 Whr.
Regardless of whether a shipment is considered excepted or fully regulated,
it is the shipper's responsibility to consult the latest regulations for
packaging, labeling/marking and documentation requirements.
The information provided in this section of the manual is provided in good
faith and believed to be accurate at the time the document was created.
However, no warranty, expressed or implied, is given. It is the buyer’s
responsibility to ensure that its activities comply with the applicable
regulations.
Transporting the FLEXVOLTTM Battery
The DeWALT FLEXVOLTTM battery has two
modes: Use and Transport.
Use Mode: When the FLEXVOLTTM battery
stands alone or is in a DeWALT 18V product, it will operate as an 18V battery.
When the FLEXVOLTTM battery is in a 54V or a 108V (two 54V batteries)
product, it will operate as a 54V battery.
Transport Mode: When the cap is attached to the FLEXVOLTTM battery, the
battery is in Transport mode. Keep the cap for shipping.
When in Transport mode, strings of cells are electrically disconnected
within the pack resulting in 3 batteries with a lower Watt hour (Wh) rating
as compared to 1 battery with a higher Watt hour rating. This increased
quantity of 3 batteries with the lower Watt hour rating can exempt the pack
from certain shipping regulations that are imposed upon the higher Watt
hour batteries.
For example, the Transport Wh rating
might indicate 3x36 Wh, meaning 3
batteries of 36 Wh each. The Use Wh
rating might indicate 108Wh (1battery
implied).
Storage Recommendations
1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry away from direct
sunlight and excess heat or cold. For optimum battery performance and
life, store battery packs at room temperature when not in use.
2. For long storage, it is recommended to store a fully charged battery
pack in a cool, dry place out of the charger for optimal results.
NOTE: Battery packs should not be stored completely depleted of charge.
The battery pack will need to be recharged before use.
Labels on Charger and Battery Pack
In addition to the pictographs used in this manual, the labels on the charger
and the battery pack may show the following pictographs:
Read instruction manual before use.
Example of Use and Transport Label Marking

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Description (Fig. A1, A2, C–F)
WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it. Damage or
personal injury couldresult.
Fig. A1
1 Lower guard
2 Operating handle
3 Carrying handle
4 Battery
5 Battery release button
6 Rail lock knob
7 Rail set screw adjustment
8 Date code
9 Rails
10 Bevel scale
11 Lock down pin
12 Fence adjustment knob
13 Sliding fence
14 Base fence
15 Base extension/carry handle
16 Hand indentation
17 Table
18 Bench mounting holes
19 Mitre scale
20 Dust duct inlet
21 Mitre lock handle
22 Mitre latch button
23 Kerf plate
Fig. A2
24 Trigger switch
25 Lock-off lever
26 Padlock hole
27 XPS™temporary on switch
28 Wing nut
29 Depth adjustment screw
30 Grooving stop
31 Blade wrench
32 Base
33 Bevel lock knob
34 0° bevel stop
35 Right-hand flip down stop
36 Dust port
37 Belt cover
38 Mitre detent override
Optional accessories
Fig. C
39 DWS5026-XJ Workpiece clamp
Fig. D
40 DW7053-QZ Dustbag
Fig. E
41 DE7023-XJ / DE7033-XJ Leg
stand
Fig. F
42 DE7025-XJ Clamp brackets
Intended Use
Your DeWALT DCS727-XE mitre saw has been designed for professional
cutting of wood, wood products and plastics. When using the appropriate
saw blades, sawing aluminium is also possible. It performs the sawing
operations of cross-cutting, bevelling and mitring easily, accurately
andsafely.
Date Code Position (Fig. A)
The date code 8, which also includes the year of manufacture, is printed
into thehousing.
Example:
2019 XX XX
Year of Manufacture
Markings on Tool
The following pictograms are shown on the tool:
Read instruction manual beforeuse.
Wear earprotection.
Wear eyeprotection.
Keep hands away fromblade.
Visible radiation. Do not stare intolight.
Package Contents
The package contains:
1 Assembled mitre saw
1 Blade wrench (assembled on the saw)
1 Saw blade (assembled on the saw)
1 Material clamp
2 Base extensions
2 Screws
2 Washers
1 Li-Ion battery pack (C1, D1, L1, M1, P1, S1, T1, X1, Y1 models)
2 Li-Ion battery packs (C2, D2, L2, M2, P2, S2, T2, X2, Y2 models)
3 Li-Ion battery packs (C3, D3, L3, M3, P3, S3, T3, X3, Y3 models)
1 Instruction manual
NOTE: Battery packs, chargers and kitboxes are not included with N models.
Battery packs and chargers are not included with NTmodels.
• Check for damage to the tool, parts or accessories which may have
occurred duringtransport.
• Take the time to thoroughly read and understand this manual prior
tooperation.
Battery Type
The DCS727-XE operates on a 54 volt batterypack.
These battery packs may be used: DCB546, DCB547, DCB547G, DCB548,
DCB549,. Refer to Technical Data for moreinformation.
See Technical Data for charging time.
Do not probe with conductive objects.
Do not charge damaged battery packs.
Do not expose to water.
Have defective cords replaced immediately.
Charge only between 4 ˚C and 40 ˚C.
Only for indoor use.
Discard the battery pack with due care for the environment.
Charge DeWALT battery packs only with designated DeWALT
chargers. Charging battery packs other than the designated
DeWALT batteries with a DeWALT charger may make them burst
or lead to other dangerous situations.
Do not incinerate the battery pack.
USE (without transport cap). Example: Wh rating indicates 108
Wh (1 battery with 108 Wh).
TRANSPORT (with built-in transport cap). Example: Wh rating
indicates 3 x 36 Wh (3batteries of 36 Wh).

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Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack from the
Tool (Fig. B)
NOTE: Make sure your battery pack 4 is fullycharged.
To Install the Battery Pack into the Tool Handle
1. Align the battery pack 4 with the rails inside the tool’s handle (Fig. B).
2. Slide it into the handle until the battery pack is firmly seated in the tool
and ensure that you hear the lock snap intoplace.
To Remove the Battery Pack from the Tool
1. Press the release button 5 and firmly pull the battery pack out of the
toolhandle.
2. Insert battery pack into the charger as described in the charger section
of thismanual.
Fuel Gauge Battery Packs (Fig. B)
Some DeWALT battery packs include a fuel gauge which consists of
three green LED lights that indicate the level of charge remaining in the
batterypack.
To actuate the fuel gauge, press and hold the fuel gauge button 61. A
combination of the three green LED lights will illuminate designating the
level of charge left. When the level of charge in the battery is below the
usable limit, the fuel gauge will not illuminate and the battery will need to
berecharged.
NOTE: The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on the battery
pack. It does not indicate tool functionality and is subject to variation based
on product components, temperature and end-userapplication.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn
tool off and disconnect battery pack before making any
adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start-up can causeinjury.
WARNING: Use only DeWALT battery packs andchargers.
DO NOT use under wet conditions or in the presence of flammable liquids
orgases.
This mitre saw is a professional powertool.
DO NOT let children come into contact with the tool. Supervision is
required when inexperienced operators use thistool.
• Young children and the infirm. This appliance is not intended for use
by young children or infirm persons withoutsupervision.
• This product is not intended for use by persons (including children)
suffering from diminished physical, sensory or mental abilities; lack of
experience, knowledge or skills unless they are supervised by a person
responsible for their safety. Children should never be left alone with
thisproduct.
Unpacking (Fig. A1,G)
1. Open the box and lift the saw out by the convenient carrying handle3,
as shown in FigureG.
2. Place the saw on a smooth, flatsurface.
3. Release the rail lock knob6, and push the saw head back to lock it in
the rearposition.
4. Press down lightly on the operating handle2 and pull out the lock
down pin11.
5. Gently release the downward pressure and hold the operating handle,
allowing it to rise to its fullheight.
Bench Mounting (Fig. A1)
Holes18 are provided in all four feet to facilitate bench mounting. Two
different-sized holes are provided to accommodate different sizes of screws.
Use either hole; it is not necessary to useboth.
Always mount your saw firmly to a stable surface to prevent movement.
To enhance the tool’s portability, it can be mounted to a piece of 12.7 mm
or thicker plywood which can then be clamped to your work support or
moved to other job sites andreclamped.
NOTE: If you elect to mount your saw to a piece of plywood, make sure that
the mounting screws don’t protrude from the bottom of the wood. The
plywood must sit flush on the work support. When clamping the saw to
any work surface, clamp only on the clamping bosses where the mounting
screw holes are located. Clamping at any other point will interfere with the
proper operation of thesaw.
CAUTION: To prevent binding and inaccuracy, be sure the mounting
surface is not warped or otherwise uneven. If the saw rocks on the
surface, place a thin piece of material under one saw foot until the saw
sits firmly on the mountingsurface.
Assembling the Base Extensions (Fig. Z)
WARNING: Base extensions must be assembled to both sides of
the saw's base before using thesaw.
WARNING: Be sure to adjust the base extensions using the
mounting holes so they are level with the saw'sbase.
1. Locate the holes above the hand indentations16 on the side of
thebase.
2. Using the supplied wrench or a T30 wrench, attach the screw63
through the washer64, through the base extension15, and into the
holes on thebase.
3. Ensure the extension is secure by pulling on the extension to verify
nomovement.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 on the otherside.
Changing or Installing a New Saw Blade
Removing the Blade (Fig. H1–H4)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, wear gloves when handling
the sawblade.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn
tool off and disconnect battery pack before making any
adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start-up can causeinjury.
• Never depress the spindle lock button while the blade is under
power orcoasting.
• Do not cut light alloy and ferrous metal (containing iron or steel)
or masonry or fibre cement product with this mitresaw.
1. Remove the battery from thesaw.
2. Raise the arm to the upper position and raise the lower guard1 as far
aspossible.
3. Depress the spindle lock button44 while carefully rotating the saw
blade by hand until the lockengages.
4. Keeping the button depressed, use the other hand and the 6mm
wrench provided31 to loosen the blade screw43. (Turn clockwise,
left-hand threads.)
5. Remove the blade screw43, outer clamp washer45 and blade46.
The inner washer48 may be left on thespindle.
6. Remove and retain the adaptor ring 47 from the old blade in case it is
needed when installing a newblade.
Installing a Blade (Fig. H1–H4)
1. Remove the battery from thesaw.
2. Snap the ring adaptor ring 47 into the hole of the new saw blade
ifnecessary.
3. With the arm raised and the lower guard 1 held open, mount the blade
onto the shoulder of the inner washer 48 , making sure the teeth at the
bottom of the blade point toward the back of thesaw.
4. Assemble the outer clamp washer onto thespindle.

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5. Install the blade screw and, engaging the spindle lock, tighten the
screw firmly with wrench provided (turn counterclockwise, left-
handthreads).
WARNING!Be aware the saw blade shall be replaced in the described
way only. Only use saw blades as specified under Technical Data; Cat.
no.: DT4260 issuggested.
Transporting the Saw (Fig. A1, A2)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS lock the rail lock knob, mitre lock handle, bevel lock handle,
lock down pin and fence adjustment knobs before transporting saw.
Never use guards for transporting or liftingup.
In order to conveniently carry the mitre saw, a carrying handle3 has been
included on the top of the sawarm.
• To transport the saw, lower the head and depress the lock down
pin11.
• Lock the rail lock knob with the saw head in the front position, lock the
mitre arm in the full left mitre angle, slide the fence13 completely
inward and lock the bevel lock knob33 with the saw head in the
vertical position to make the tool as compact aspossible.
• Always use the carrying handle3 or the base extensions15.
Features and Controls
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn
tool off and disconnect battery pack before making any
adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start-up can causeinjury..
Mitre Control (Fig.A2, I)
The mitre lock handle21 and mitre latch button22 allow you to mitre
your saw to 60° right and 50° left. To mitre the saw, lift the mitre lock
handle, push the mitre latch button and set the mitre angle desired on the
mitre scale19. Push down on the mitre lock handle to lock the mitreangle.
Override the mitre latch button by unlocking the mitre lock knob and
pushing the mitre detent override 38 downward. To exit the override, push
the mitre detent overrideupward.
Bevel Lock Knob (Fig. A2)
The bevel lock allows you to bevel the saw 49° left or right. To adjust the
bevel setting, turn the bevel lock knob33 counterclockwise. The saw head
bevels easily to the left or to the right once the 0° bevel override knob is
pulled. To tighten, turn the bevel lock knobclockwise.
0° Bevel Override (Fig. A2)
The 0° bevel stop34 override allows you to bevel the saw to the right past
the 0°mark.
When engaged, the saw will automatically stop at 0° when brought up
from the left. To temporarily move past 0° to the right, pull the bevel lock
knob33. Once the knob is released, the override will be reengaged. The
bevel lock knob can be locked out by twisting the knob 180°.
When at 0°, the override locks in place. To operate the override, bevel the
saw slightly to theleft.
45° Bevel Stop Override (Fig.J)
There are two bevel stop override levers, one on each side of the saw.
To bevel the saw, left or right, past 45°, push the 45° bevel override
lever55 rearward. When in the rearward position, the saw can bevel past
these stops. When the 45° stops are needed, pull the 45° bevel override
leverforward.
Crown Bevel Pawls (Fig.J)
When cutting crown molding laying flat, your saw is equipped to accurately
and rapidly set a crown stop, left or right (refer to Instructions for Cutting
Crown Molding Laying Flat and Using the Compound Features)
The crown bevel pawl57 can be rotated to contact the crown
adjustmentscrew.
To reverse the crown bevel pawl, remove the retaining screw, the 22.5°
bevel pawl56 and the 30° crown bevel pawl57. Flip the crown bevel
pawl57 so the 30° text is facing up. Reattach the screw to secure the
22.5° bevel pawl and the crown bevel pawl. The accuracy setting will not
beaffected.
22.5° Bevel Pawls (Fig.J)
Your saw is equipped to rapidly and accurately set a 22.5° bevel, left or right.
The 22.5° bevel pawl56 can be rotated to contact the crown adjustment
screw54.
Rail Lock Knob (Fig. A1)
The rail lock knob6 allows you to lock the saw head firmly to keep it from
sliding on the rails9. This is necessary when making certain cuts or when
transporting thesaw.
Grooving Stop (Fig. A2)
The grooving stop30 allows the depth of cut of the blade to be limited.
The stop is useful for applications such as grooving and tall vertical cuts.
Rotate the grooving stop forward and adjust the depth adjustment
screw29 to set the desired depth of cut. To secure the adjustment, tighten
the wing nut28. Rotating the grooving stop to the rear of the saw will
bypass the grooving stop feature. If the depth adjustment screw is too tight
to loosen by hand, the provided 6mm blade wrench31 can be used to
loosen thescrew.
Lock Down Pin (Fig. A1)
WARNING: The lock down pin should be used only when
carrying or storing the saw. NEVER use the lock down pin for any
cuttingoperation.
To lock the saw head in the down position, push the saw head down, push
the lock down pin11 in and release the saw head. This will hold the saw
head safely down for moving the saw from place to place. To release, press
the saw head down and pull the pinout.
Slide Lock Lever (Fig. K, U)
The slide lock lever62 places the saw in a position to maximize cutting of
base moulding when cut vertically as shown in FigureU.
Right-Hand Flip Down Stop (Fig. A1, A2)
The right-hand flip down stop 35 is mounted on the sliding fence 13 and
can be rotated backward when not needed. When cutting multiple pieces
at the same width, rotate the right-hand flip down stop forward, move out
the sliding fence to the required distance from the blade (to be measured
by a ruler) and with the wood board facing against the stop make thecut.
Adjustment
Your mitre saw is fully and accurately adjusted at the factory at the time of
manufacture. If readjustment due to shipping and handling or any other
reason is required, follow the instructions below to adjust your saw. Once
made, these adjustments should remainaccurate.
Mitre Scale Adjustment (Fig.I, L)
1. Unlock the mitre lock handle21 and swing the mitre arm until the
mitre latch button22 locks it at the 0° mitre position. Do not lock the
mitre lockhandle.
2. Place a square against the saw’s fence and blade, as shown. (Do not
touch the tips of the blade teeth with the square. To do so will cause an
inaccurate measurement.)
3. If the saw blade is not exactly perpendicular to the fence, loosen the
four screws51 that hold the mitre scale19 and move the mitre lock
handle and the scale left or right until the blade is perpendicular to the
fence, as measured with thesquare.
4. Retighten the four screws. Pay no attention to the reading of the mitre
pointer49 at thistime.
Mitre Pointer Adjustment (Fig.I)
1. Unlock the mitre lock handle21 to move the mitre arm to the
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2. With the mitre lock handle unlocked, allow the mitre latch to snap into
place as you rotate the mitre arm tozero.
3. Observe the mitre pointer49 and mitre scale19 shown in FigureI.
If the pointer does not indicate exactly zero, loosen the mitre pointer
screw50 holding the pointer in place, reposition the pointer and
tighten thescrew.
Bevel Square to Table Adjustment (Fig.A1, A2,J,M)
1. To align the blade square to the table, lock the arm in the down
position with the lock down pin11.
2. Place a square against the blade, ensuring the square is not on top of a
tooth (Fig.M).
3. Loosen the bevel lock knob33 and ensure the arm is firmly against the
0° bevelstop.
4. Rotate the 0° bevel adjustment screw (59 Fig. J) with the 6mm blade
wrench31 as necessary so that the blade is at 0° bevel to thetable.
Bevel Pointer Adjustment (Fig.J)
If the bevel pointers53 do not indicate zero, loosen each screw52 that
holds each bevel pointer in place and move them as necessary. Ensure the
0° bevel is correct and the bevel pointers are set before adjusting any other
bevel anglescrews.
Bevel Stop 45° Right and Left Adjustment (Fig.A2,J)
To adjust the right 45° bevel stop:
1. Slide the fence 13 to the full out position before beveling thesaw.
2. Loosen the bevel lock knob33 and pull the 0° bevel stop34 to
override the 0° bevelstop.
3. When the saw is fully to the right, if the bevel pointer53 does not
indicate exactly 45°, turn the left 45° bevel adjustment screw58 with
the 6 mm blade wrench31 until the bevel pointer indicates45°.
To adjust the left 45° bevel stop:
1. Slide the fence 13 to the full out position before beveling thesaw.
2. Loosen the bevel lock knob and tilt the head to theleft.
3. If the bevel pointer does not indicate exactly 45°, turn the right 45°
bevel adjustment screw until the bevel pointer reads 45°.
Adjusting the Bevel Stop to 22.5° (or 30°) (Fig.A2, J)
NOTE: Adjust the bevel angles only after performing the 0° bevel angle and
bevel pointeradjustment. Slide the sliding fences to the full out position
before starting the 22.5° or 30° beveladjustment.
To set the left 22.5° bevel angle, flip out the left 22.5° bevel pawl56.
Loosen the bevel lock knob33 and tilt the head fully to the left. If the bevel
pointer53 does not indicate exactly 22.5°, turn the crown adjustment
screw54 contacting the pawl with a 10 mm wrench until the bevel pointer
reads 22.5°.
To adjust the right 22.5° bevel angle, flip out the right 22.5° bevel pawl.
Loosen the bevel lock knob and pull the 0° bevel stop34 to override the 0°
bevel stop. When the saw is fully to the right, if the bevel pointer does not
indicate exactly 22.5°, turn the crown adjustment screw54 contacting the
pawl with a 10 mm wrench until the bevel pointer indicates exactly 22.5°.
Fence Adjustment (Fig. A1)
The upper part of the fence can be adjusted to provide clearance, allowing
the saw to bevel to a full 49° both left andright.
1. To adjust each fence13, loosen the fence adjustment knob12 and
slide the fenceoutward.
2. Make a dry run with the saw turned off and check forclearance.
3. Adjust the fence to be as close to the blade as practical to provide
maximum workpiece support, without interfering with arm up and
downmovement.
4. Tighten the fence adjustment knobsecurely.
5. When the bevel operations are complete, relocate thefence.
NOTE: The tracks of the fences can become clogged with sawdust. Use a
brush or some low pressure air to clear the guidegrooves.
Guard Actuation and Visibility (Fig. Y)
The lower guard1 on your saw has been designed to automatically
uncover the blade when the arm is brought down and to cover the blade
when the arm israised.
The guard can be raised by hand when installing or removing saw blades
or for inspection of the saw. NEVER RAISE THE lower GUARD MANUALLY
UNLESS THE BLADE ISSTOPPED.
Rail Guide Adjustment (Fig. A1)
Regularly check the rails9 for play orclearance.
The left rail can be adjusted with the set screw7. To reduce clearance,
use a 4 mm hex wrench and rotate the set screw clockwise gradually while
sliding the saw head back andforth.
Mitre Lock Adjustment (Fig. A1, N)
The mitre lock rod60 should be adjusted if the table of the saw can be
moved when the mitre lock handle is locked (down).
1. Put the mitre lock handle21 in the unlocked (up)position.
2. Using a slotted screwdriver, tighten the mitre lock rod by turning it
clockwise as shown in FigureN. Turn the lock rod until it is snug, then
turn counterclockwise oneturn.
3. Re-lock the mitre lock to a non-detented measurement on the mitre
scale – for example, 34° – and make sure the table will notrotate.
Prior to Operation (Fig. A1, A2)
• Install the appropriate saw blade. Do not use excessively worn blades.
The maximum rotation speed of the tool must not exceed that of the
saw blade. Do not use any abrasiveblades.
• Check protective belt cover 37 for damage and proper functioning of
lower guard 1
• Install the table extensions to both sides of the saw's base. Refer to
Assembling the Base Extensionssection.
• Do not attempt to cut excessively smallpieces.
• Allow the blade to cut freely. Do notforce.
• Allow the motor to reach full speed beforecutting.
• Make sure all locking knobs and clamp handles aretight.
• Secure theworkpiece.
• Although this saw will cut wood and many nonferrous materials, these
operating instructions refer to the cutting of wood only. The same
guidelines apply to the other materials. Do not cut ferrous (iron and
steel) materials, fibre cement or masonry with this saw!
• Make sure to use the kerf plate. Do not operate the machine if the kerf
slot is wider than 12mm.
• Connect saw to an external dustextractor.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use
WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicableregulations.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn
tool off and disconnect battery pack before making any
adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start-up can cause injury.
Refer to Saw Blades under Optional Accessories to select the blade that
best fits yourneeds.
Ensure the machine is placed to satisfy your ergonomic conditions in terms
of table height and stability. The machine site shall be chosen so that the
operator has a good overview and enough free surrounding space around
the machine that allows handling of the workpiece without anyrestrictions.
To reduce effects of vibration make sure the environment temperature is
not too cold, the machine and accessories are well maintained and the
workpiece size is suitable for thismachine.

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Proper Body and Hand Position (Fig. O1, O2)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, ALWAYS use
proper hand position as shown in FigureO1.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, ALWAYS hold
securely in anticipation of a suddenreaction.
• Never place hands near cutting area. Place hands no closer than
100 mm from theblade.
• Hold the workpiece tightly to the table and the fence when cutting.
Keep hands in position until the trigger has been released and the blade
has completelystopped.
• ALWAYS MAKE DRY RUNS (UNPOWERED) BEFORE FINISH CUTS SO THAT
YOU CAN CHECK THE PATH OF THE BLADE. DO NOT CROSS HANDS, AS
SHOWN IN FIGUREO2.
• Keep both feet firmly on the floor and maintain proper balance. As you
move the mitre arm left and right, follow it and stand slightly to the side
of the sawblade.
• Sight through the guard louvers when following a pencilline.
Trigger Switch (Fig.A2)
To turn the saw on, push the lock-off lever25 to the left, then depress the
trigger switch24. The saw will run while the switch is depressed. Allow the
blade to spin up to full operating speed before making the cut. To turn the
saw off, release the switch. Allow the blade to stop before raising the saw
head. There is no provision for locking the switch on. A hole26 is provided
in the trigger for insertion of a padlock to lock the switchoff.
Your saw is equipped with an automatic electric blade brake, but the saw
blade should stop within 4 seconds of triggerrelease.
Always be sure the blade has stopped before removing it from thekerf.
Dust Extraction (Fig.A2, D, AA)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn
tool off and disconnect battery pack before making any
adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start-up can causeinjury.
WARNING: Certain dust, such as oak or beech dust, is considered
carcinogenic, especially in connection with wood-treatmentadditives.
• Always use dustextraction.
• Provide for good ventilation of the workspace.
• It is recommended to wear an appropriaterespirator.
CAUTION: Never operate this saw unless the dust bag or
DeWALT dust extractor is in place. Wood dust may create a
breathinghazard.
CAUTION: Check and clean the dust bag each time afterusing.
WARNING: When sawing aluminium, remove the dust bag, or
disconnect the dust extractor to avoid the risk offire.
Your mitre saw has a built-in dust port 36 that allows connection to either
the dust bag 40 , 33mm nozzles or direct attachment to the DeWALT
AirLock(DWV9000-XJ).
Observe the relevant regulations in your country for the materials to
beworked.
To Attach the Dust Bag (Fig. D)
1. Fit the dust bag 40 to the dust port 36 as shown in FigureD.
To Empty the Dust Bag (Fig. D)
1. Remove dust bag 40 from the saw and gently shake or tap the dust
bag toempty.
2. Reattach the dust bag back onto the dust port 36.
You may notice that all the dust will not come free from the bag. This will
not affect cutting performance but will reduce the saw's dust collection
efficiency. To restore your saw's dust collection efficiency, depress the
spring inside the dust bag when you are emptying it and tap it on the side
of the trash can or dustreceptacle.
External Dust Extraction (Fig. AA)
When vacuuming dry dust that is especially detrimental to health or
carcinogenic, use a special dust Class M vacuumcleaner.
Connecting to an AirLock Compatable Dust Extractor (Fig.AA)
The dust port 36 on your mitre saw is compatable with the DeWALT
AirLock connection system. The AirLock allows for a fast, secure connection
between the dust extractor hose67 and the mitresaw.
1. Ensure the collar on the AirLock connector 65 is in the unlock position.
Align notches66 on collar and AirLock connector as shown for unlock
and lockpositions.
2. Push the AirLock connector onto the dust port 36.
3. Rotate the collar to the lockedposition.
NOTE: The ball bearings inside collar lock into slot and secure
the connection.The mitre saw is now securely connected to the
dustextractor.
Wireless Tool Connect™ Compatible
This mitre saw has a built in wireless connection which can operate with a
Wireless Tool Connect™ dust extractor. Once the saw and the Wireless Tool
Connect™ compatible dust extractor are paired, the dust extractor will be
controlled by the trigger switch on the mitresaw.
Use of XPS™LED Worklight System (Fig. A1, A2)
NOTE: The mitre saw must have the battery packinserted.
The XPS™ LED Worklight System is equipped with a temporary on
switch27 and can be activated manually. The XPS™ LED Worklight System
also turns on when the trigger is activated and the blade isrunning.
To cut through an existing pencil line on a piece of wood:
1. Turn on the XPS™ system, then pull down on the operating handle2
to bring the saw blade close to the wood. The shadow of the blade will
appear on thewood.
2. Align the pencil line with the edge of the blade’s shadow. You may
have to adjust the mitre or bevel angles in order to match the pencil
lineexactly.
Through-Cutting Operations (Fig. A1, A2,P,Q)
If the slide feature is not used, ensure the saw head is pushed back as far
as possible and the rail lock knob6 is tightened. This will prevent the saw
from sliding along its rails as the workpiece isengaged.
Cutting of multiple pieces is not recommended but can be done safely by
ensuring that each piece is held firmly against the table andfence.
Straight Vertical Crosscut
1. Set and lock the mitre arm at zero, and hold the wood firmly on the
table17 and against the fence13.
2. With the rail lock knob6 tightened, turn on the saw by pushing the
lock-off lever 25 and squeezing the trigger switch24.
3. When the saw comes up to speed, lower the arm smoothly and slowly
to cut through the wood. Let the blade come to a full stop before
raisingarm.
Sliding Crosscut (Fig. A1, P)
When cutting anything larger than a 51 x 115mm (51 x 82mm at
45° mitre) workpiece, use an out-down-back motion with the rail lock
knob6loosened.
Pull the saw out toward you, lower the saw head down toward the
workpiece, and slowly push the saw back to complete thecut.
Do not allow the saw to contact the top of the workpiece while pulling out.
The saw may run toward you, possibly causing personal injury or damage
to theworkpiece.
Mitre Crosscut (Fig. Q)
The mitre angle is often 45° for making corners, but can be set anywhere
from zero to 50° left or 60° right. Proceed as for a straight verticalcrosscut.
When performing a mitre cut on workpieces wider than 51 x 105mm that