DeWalt DHS780 User manual

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Technical Data
DHS780 DHS780-XE
Voltage VAC 230 230
UK & Ireland VAC 230/115 –
Type 21 21
Current AAC 8/15 8
Battery Type Li-Ion Li-Ion
Battery Voltage VDC 2 x 54 2 x 54
Blade diameter mm 305 305
Blade bore mm 30 25.4
Blade body thickness mm 1.6 1.6
Max kerf thickness mm 12 12
Max. blade speed min-1 3 800 3 800
Max. cross-cut capacity 90° mm 345 345
Max. mitre capacity 45° mm 244 244
Max. depth of cut 90° mm 112 112
Max. depth of bevel cross-cut 45° mm 56 56
Mitre (max. positions) left 50° 50°
right 60° 60°
Bevel (max. positions) left 49° 49°
right 49° 49°
0° mitre
Resulting width at max. height 112 mm mm 299 299
Resulting width at max. height 110 mm mm 303 303
Resulting height at max. width 345 mm mm 76 76
45° mitre left
Resulting width at max. height 112 mm mm 200 200
Resulting height at max. width 244 mm mm 76 76
45° mitre right
Resulting width at max. height 112 mm mm 211 211
Resulting height at max. width 244 mm mm 76 76
45° bevel left
Resulting width at max. height 63 mm mm 268 268
Resulting height at max. width 345 mm mm 44 44
45° bevel right
Resulting width at max. height 62 mm mm 193 193
Resulting height at max. width 345 mm mm 28 28
Automatic blade brake time s< 5 < 5
Weight (without battery packs or corded power
supply) kg 26 26
Noise values and/or vibration values (triax vector sum) according to EN62841-3-9
LPA (emission sound pressure level) dB(A) 102 102
LWA (sound power level) dB(A) 91 91
K (uncertainty for the given sound level) dB(A) 3 3
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.
EC-Declaration of Conformity
Machinery Directive
Mitre Saw
DHS780
DeWALT
declares that these products described under Technical Data are in compliance with:
2006/42/EC, EN62841-1:2015/AC:2015; EN62841-3-9:2015 + AC:2016 + A11:2017.
These products also comply with Directive 2014/30/EU and 2011/65/EU. For more information,
please contact
DeWALT
at the following address or refer to the back of themanual.
The undersigned is responsible for compilation of the technical file and makes this declaration
on behalf of
DeWALT
.
Markus Rompel
Vice President of Engineering, PTE-Europe
DeWALT
, Richard-Klinger-Straße 11,
D-65510, Idstein, Germany
06.09.2019
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.
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.
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.
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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 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 plasticparts.
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.
Batteries Chargers/Charge Times (Minutes)
Cat # VDC Ah Weight (kg) DCB104 DCB107 DCB112 DCB113 DCB115 DCB118 DCB132 DCB119
DCB546 18/54 6.0/2.0 1.05 60 270 170 140 90 60 90 X
DCB547 18/54 9.0/3.0 1.46 75* 420 270 220 135* 75* 135* X
DCB548 18/54 12.0/4.0 1.44 120 540 350 300 180 120 180 X
*Date code 201811475B or later
Batteries
Chargers/Charge Times (Minutes)
Cat #
DC
Weight
*Date code 201811475B or later
**Date code 201536 or later

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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 the 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.
• 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 FERROUS 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 has been turned off and the battery
packs have been removed. 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.
• 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).
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 the rating plate
of thetool.
• 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. Always use approved respiratory protection
appropriate for the dustexposure.
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.
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
This machine has been designed to different voltages—battery supply 2x 54V and AC supply
115V or 230V. Always check that the battery pack voltage corresponds to the voltage on
the rating plate. Also make sure that the voltage of your corded power supply and charger
corresponds to that of yourmains.
Your
DeWALT
tool, charger and corded power supply are double insulated in
accordance with EN62841 and 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.
WARNING: We recommend the use of a residual current device with a residual current
rating of 30mA orless.
WARNING: 115 V units have to be operated via a fail-safe isolating transformer with an
earth screen between the primary and secondarywinding.
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 for the
charger: 3A. Recommended fuse for the corded power supply:13A.
Using an Extension Cable for Your Charger or Corded PowerSupply
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use an approved extension
cable suitable for the power input of your charger or corded power supply (see Technical
Data). The minimum conductor size is 1.5mm2; the maximum length is30m.
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Using the DCB500 Corded Power Supply
The
DeWALT
corded power supply is designed to
provide power for
DeWALT
2x 54 V FLEXVOLT™cordless
tools. Insert the corded power supply into the mitre
saw battery slot (refer to Installing and Removing the
Corded Power Supply and Figure D) and plug the
power supply into an AC outlet. The power supply will
act as the power source to the tool. Your
DeWALT
corded power supply should only be used with
standard 230V household electric power supply. UK 115V units should be plugged into a
115Vtransformer.
The corded power supply is suitable for use with double insulated 2x54V AC tools. The EU
model of DCB500 has no groundcontact.
Your
DeWALT
corded power supply should only be used with a power supply corresponding
to the voltage on the rating plate of the DCB500 and not with DC power sources. Please
check that the current rating of the tool is smaller or equal to the current rating of the power
supplyadapter.
Additional Specific Usage Instructions
The corded power supply may become warm to the touch during use. This is a normal
condition and does not indicate aproblem.
IMPORTANT. The power supply is not user serviceable. There are no user serviceable parts
inside the power supply.
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.
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
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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.
Charging a Battery (Fig. B)
1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before inserting batterypack.
2. Insert the battery pack21 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31 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.
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.
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.

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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.
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
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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.
See Technical Data for chargingtime.
Do not probe with conductiveobjects.
Example of Use and Transport Label Marking
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
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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).
Battery Type
The DHS780 operates on two 54 volt battery packs.
These battery packs may be used: DCB546, DCB547, DCB548. Refer to Technical Data for
moreinformation.
Package Contents
The package contains:
1 DHS780 miter saw
1 Saw blade
In bag:
1 Blade wrench
1 Material clamp
1 Dustbag
2 Base extension handles and installation hardware
1 Instruction manual
May include:
1 DCB500
DeWALT
corded power supply
2 54V batteries
1 Dual port charger
• 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.
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.
Keep hands 100 mm from either side of sawblade.
Do not stare directly into the lightsource.
Carryingpoint.
Date Code Position (Fig. D)
The date code30, which also includes the year of manufacture, is printed into thehousing.
Example:
2019 XX XX
Year of Manufacture

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2. Using a hex wrench, attach the screw65 through the washer66, through the base
extension14, 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.
NOTE: Make sure the extensions are level with the work surface so that the workpiece rests
evenly. A straight workpiece should have no gap between it and the baseextensions.
Installing and Removing the Battery Packs from the Tool (Fig.C1)
NOTE: For best results, make sure your battery packs are fullycharged.
To install the battery packs21 into the tool, align the battery packs with the rails on the side
of the motor housing and slide them in until they are firmly seated in the tool and ensure that
they do not disengage. Insert the dust cover40 into the corded power supply receptacle38
in between thebatteries.
NOTICE: Keep the dust cover in place whenever the corded power supply is not
inuse.
To remove the battery packs from the tool, press the battery release button31 and firmly
pull the battery packs out. Insert them into the charger as described in the charger section of
thismanual.
Fuel Gauge Battery Packs (Fig. C2)
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. 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.
Installing and Removing the Corded Power Supply into and from
Tool (Fig.D–F)
Before inserting the corded power supply into your tool, remove the end of the dust cover40
from the tool's corded power supply receptacle38. Pull the dust cover away from the tool’s
corded power supply receptacle so that it does not interfere with insertion of the corded
power supply. Inspect the corded power supply receptacle for debris. Debris inside the
receptacle can prevent the corded power supply from fully seating. If debris is present, clean it
using low pressure air. Refer to Cleaning the Corded Power SupplyReceptacle.
NOTICE: The corded power supply is for AC power sources only when used with this tool.
Use with DC power sources could result in damage to thetool.
To install the corded power supply into your tool:
1. With the corded power supply unplugged, align its AC connector with the tool's corded
power supply receptacle38 then snap intoplace.
2. Ensure that it is fully seated in the tool and does notdisengage.
3. Attach the dust cover40 to the dust cover holder (41, Fig.E) in the corded powersupply.
4. Secure the cord clip42 into the tool's cord clip holder (43, Fig.F). Firmly press the clip
into theholder.
5. With the tool turned off, plug the corded power supply into a standard 230 V household
electric power outlet. UK 115V units should be plugged into a 115V transformer. Do not
attempt to use the corded power supply on any othervoltage.
6. Use the tool according to the tool instructions, making sure the cord is located so that it
will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage orstress.
7. To remove the corded power supply from the tool, first unplug the corded power supply
from the outlet, then press the release button39 and firmly pull the corded power supply
out of the tool. Firmly press the end of the dust cover40 into the tool’s corded power
supply receptacle38.
Changing or Installing a New Saw Blade
Removing the Blade (Fig. A, H–K)
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 remove
the battery packs or power supply before transporting, making any adjustments,
cleaning, repairing, or removing/installing attachments or accessories. Be sure
the trigger switch is in the OFF position. 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.
DHS780 FIG. A, H, J, K)
1. Disconnect the saw from the power supply or removebatteries.
2. Raise the arm to the upper position and raise the lower guard1 as far aspossible.
3. Depress the spindle lock button49 while carefully rotating the saw blade by hand until
the lockengages.
4. Keeping the button depressed, use the other hand and the wrench26 provided to loosen
the blade screw44. (Turn clockwise, left-hand threads.)
5. Remove the blade screw44, outer clamp washer45, adapter46 and blade47. The
inner clamp washer48 may be left on thespindle.
NOTE: For blades with a blade hole of 15.88 mm, the 25.4 mm blade adapteris notused.
Description (Fig. A, D)
WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it. Damage or personal injury
couldresult.
1 Lower guard
2 Operating handle
3 Carrying handle
4 Trigger switch
5 Trigger lock-off button
6 Bench mounting holes
7 Mitre lock handle
8 Mitre release button
9 Mitre detent override lever
10 Kerf plate
11 Mitre scale pointer
12 Mitre scale
13 Mitre scale screws
14 Base extension handles
15 Fence
16 Bevel scale
17 Bevel scale pointer
18 Lock down pin
19 Slide lock lever
20 XPS™ on/off switch
21 Battery packs
22 Rails
23 Rail lock knob
24 Rail adjustment screw
25 Dust port
26 Hex wrench
27 Bevel lock knob
28 Clamp hole
29 Bevel stop override knob
30 Date code (Fig. D)
31 Battery release buttons
32 Wing nut
33 Depth adjustment screw
34 Grooving stop
35 Fence adustment knob
36 Padlock hole
37 Fence lanyard
Intended Use
Your
DeWALT
DWS780 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.
This unit is designed for use with a nominal blade diameter 305 mm carbide tipblade.
DO NOT use under wet conditions or in the presence of flammable liquids orgases.
This mitre saw is professional power tools. DO NOT let children come into contact with the
tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use thistool.
WARNING! Do not use the machine for purposes other thanintended.
• 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.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn tool off and remove
the battery packs or power supply before transporting, making any adjustments,
cleaning, repairing, or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An
accidental start-up can causeinjury.
WARNING: Use only
DeWALT
battery packs, corded power supply andchargers.
Unpacking (Fig. A, 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23, 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18.
5. Gently release the downward pressure and hold the operating handle, allowing it to rise to
its fullheight.
Bench Mounting (Fig. A, GG)
Holes6 are provided in all four feet to facilitate bench mounting. Two different-sized holes are
provided to accommodate different sizes of screws or bolts. 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 or bolts 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. II)
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 slots so they
are level with the saw'sbase.
1. Locate the holes above the hand indentations on the side of thebase.

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DHS780XE ONLY FIG. A, HK
1. Disconnect the saw from the power supply or removebatteries.
2. Raise the arm to the upper position and raise the lower guard1 as far aspossible.
3. Loosen, but do not remove guard bracket screw62 until the guard bracket63 can be
raised far enough to access the blade screw44. Lower guard will remain raised due to the
position of the guard bracketscrew.
4. Depress the spindle lock button49 while carefully rotating the saw blade by hand until
the lockengages.
5. Keeping the button depressed, use the other hand and the wrench provided26 to loosen
the blade screw44. (Turn clockwise, left-hand threads.)
6. Remove the blade screw44, outer clamp washer45, adapter46 and blade47. The
inner clamp washer48 may be left on thespindle.
NOTE: For blades with a blade hole of 15.88 mm, the 25.4 mm blade adapteris notused.
Installing a Blade (Fig. A, H–K)
1. Disconnect the saw from the power supply or removebatteries.
2. With the arm raised and the lower guard held open, place the adapter and blade on the
spindle, and seat it on the inner blade clamp with the teeth at the bottom of the blade
pointing toward the back of thesaw.
3. Assemble the outer clamp washer onto thespindle.
4. Install the blade screw and, engaging the spindle lock, tighten the screw firmly with
wrench provided (turn counterclockwise, left-handthreads).
5. DHS780-XE ONLY, FIG. I: Return the guard bracket63 to its original position and firmly
tighten the guard bracket screw62 to hold bracket inplace.
WARNING: The guard bracket must be returned to its original position and the
guard bracket screw tightened before activating the saw. Failure to do so may
allow the guard to contact the spinning saw blade resulting in damage to the
saw and severe personalinjury.
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. A)
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 lift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18.
• 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15 completely inward and lock the bevel
lock knob27 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 extension handles14.
Features and Controls
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn tool off and remove
the battery packs or power supply before transporting, making any adjustments,
cleaning, repairing, or removing/installing attachments or accessories. Be sure the
trigger switch is in the OFF position. An accidental start-up can causeinjury.
Mitre Control (Fig.L)
The mitre lock handle7 and mitre release button8 allow you to mitre your saw to 60° right
and 50° left. To mitre the saw, lift the mitre lock handle, push the mitre release button and set
the mitre angle desired on the mitre scale12. Push down on the mitre lock handle to lock the
mitreangle.
Bevel Lock Knob (Fig. A)
The bevel lock allows you to bevel the saw 49° left or right. To adjust the bevel setting, turn the
knob27 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. A)
The bevel stop override29 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27. 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.M)
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53 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.M)
NOTE: Crown bevel cuts can be made using hard stops for a fast and accurate setting at 30°
and 33.9°.
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 30° crown bevel pawl55 can be rotated to contact the crown adjustmentscrew52.
To reverse the 30° crown bevel pawl to 33.9°, remove the retaining screw57, the 22.5° bevel
pawl54 and the 30° crown bevel pawl55. Flip the 30° crown bevel pawl55 so the 33.9°
text is facing up. Reattach the retaining screw57 to secure the 22.5° bevel pawl and the 33.9°
crown bevel pawl. The accuracy setting will not beaffected.
22.5° Bevel Pawls (Fig.M)
Your saw is equipped to rapidly and accurately set a 22.5° bevel, left or right. The 22.5° bevel
pawl54 can be rotated to contact the crown adjustment screw52.
Rail Lock Knob (Fig. A)
The rail lock knob23 allows you to lock the saw head firmly to keep it from sliding on the
rails22. This is necessary when making certain cuts or when transporting thesaw.
Grooving Stop (Fig. A)
The grooving stop34 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33 to set the desired depth of cut. To secure the
adjustment, tighten the wing nut32. 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 wrench26 can be used to loosen thescrew.
Lock Down Pin (Fig. A)
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18 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.
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.L, P)
1. Unlock the mitre lock handle7 and swing the mitre arm until the mitre release button8
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 in Figure P. (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13 that
hold the mitre scale12 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11 at
thistime.
Mitre Pointer Adjustment (Fig.L)
1. Unlock the mitre lock handle7 to move the mitre arm to the zeroposition.
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11 and mitre scale12 shown in FigureL. 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.A, M, O)
1. To align the blade square to the table, lock the arm in the down position with the lock
down pin18.
2. Place a square against the blade, ensuring the square is not on top of a tooth (Fig. O).
3. Loosen the bevel lock knob27 and ensure the arm is firmly against the 0° bevelstop.
4. Rotate the 0° bevel adjustment screw (58 Fig. M) with the 6mm blade hex wrench26 as
necessary so that the blade is at 0° bevel to thetable.
Bevel Pointer Adjustment (Fig.M)
If the bevel pointers17 do not indicate zero, loosen each screw51 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.A,M)
To adjust the right 45° bevel stop:
1. Loosen the bevel lock knob27 and pull the bevel stop override knob29 to override the
0° bevelstop.
2. If the bevel pointer17 does not indicate exactly 45° when the saw is fully to the right and
the 45° bevel adjustment screw56 is contacting the 45° bevel override lever, turn the
left 45° bevel adjustment screw56 with the 6 mm blade hex wrench26 (provided with
some units) until the bevel pointer indicates45°. Ensure the 45° bevel override lever53 is
in contact with the 45° bevel adjustment screw56.
To adjust the left 45° bevel stop:
1. Loosen the bevel lock knob27 and tilt the head to theleft.
2. If the bevel pointer17 does not indicate exactly 45°, turn the right 45° bevel adjustment
screw56 until the bevel pointer reads 45°.
Adjusting the Bevel Stop to 22.5° (or 30°) (Fig.A, M)
NOTE: Adjust the bevel angles only after performing the 0° bevel angle and bevel
pointeradjustment.
To set the left 22.5° bevel angle, flip out the left 22.5° bevel pawl54. Loosen the bevel lock
knob27 and tilt the head fully to the left. If the bevel pointer17 does not indicate exactly
22.5°, turn the crown adjustment screw52 contacting the pawl with a 10 mm wrench (not
provided) until the bevel pointer reads 22.5°.

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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.
Proper Body and Hand Position (Fig. R, S)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, ALWAYS use proper hand
position as shown in FigureR.
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S.
• 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.
Switching On and Off (Fig. A)
To turn the saw on, push the trigger lock-off button5 to the left, then depress the trigger
switch4. 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36
is provided in the trigger for insertion of a padlock to lock the switch off
Use of XPS™ LED Worklight System (Fig. A)
NOTE: The mitre saw must be connected to a powersource.
The XPS™ LED Worklight System can be turned on by the momentary switch20. The light
will automatically turn off within 20 seconds if the saw is not in use. The light will activate
automatically every time the tool's main trigger4 ispulled.
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. A, T,U)
If the slide feature is not used, ensure the saw head is pushed back as far as possible and the
rail lock knob23 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 (Fig. A)
1. Set and lock the mitre arm at zero, and hold the wood firmly on the table and against the
fence15.
2. With the rail lock knob23 tightened, turn on the saw by squeezing the trigger switch4.
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. A, T)
When cutting anything larger than a 51 x 150mm (51 x 105mm at 45° mitre) workpiece, use
an out-down-back motion with the rail lock knob23loosened.
1. Pull the saw out towardyou.
2. Lower the saw head down toward theworkpiece.
3. 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. U)
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 are shorter in
length, always place the longer side against thefence.
Bevel Cut (Fig. A)
Bevel angles can be set from 49° right to 49° left and can be cut with the mitre arm set
between 50° left or 60° right. Refer to the Features and Controls section for detailed
instructions on the bevelsystem.
1. Loosen the bevel lock knob27, and move the saw to the left or right as desired. It
is necessary to move or remove the fence15 to allow clearance. Tighten the fence
adjustment knob35 after positioning thefences.
2. Tighten the bevel lockfirmly.
At some extreme angles, the right or left side fence might have to be removed. Refer to Fence
Adjustment in the Adjustments section for important information on adjusting the fences for
certain bevelcuts.
To remove the left or right fence, unscrew the fence adjustment knob35 several turns and
slide the fenceout. The fence lanyard 37 prevents the fence from being removed completely
from the saw or being lost.
Once the bevel operations are completed, reposition thefences.
To adjust the right 22.5° bevel angle, flip out the right 22.5° bevel pawl54. Loosen the bevel
lock knob27 and pull the bevel stop override knob29 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52 contacting the pawl with a 10 mm wrench until the bevel pointer
indicates exactly 22.5°.
Fence Adjustment (Fig. A)
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15, loosen the fence adjustment knob35 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.
For certain cuts, it may be desirable to bring the fences closer to the blade. To do so, loosen
the fence adjustment knobs35and slide the fences closer to the blade past the normal limit,
then tighten the fence adjustment knobs. Make a dry cut first to ensure the blade does not
contact thefences.
For certain cuts it may be desirable to remove the sliding fence. To do so, loosen the fence
adjustment knobs35and slide the fence completely free of the base fence. The fence
lanyard37 prevents the fence from being removed completely from the saw or being lost.
Once the cut is complete, replace the sliding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. A)
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. A)
Regularly check the rails22 for play or clearance. Ensure the rail lock knob23 isloosened.
The right rail can be adjusted with the rail adjustment screw24. To reduce clearance, use a
4 mm hex wrench (not provided) and rotate the set screw clockwise gradually while sliding
the saw head back andforth.
Mitre Lock Adjustment (Fig. A, Q)
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) and in a non-detentedposition.
1. Put the mitre lock handle7 in the unlocked (up)position.
2. Using a 13 mm open end wrench, loosen the lock nut59 on the mitre lockrod.
3. Using a slotted screwdriver, tighten the mitre lock rod by turning it clockwise as shown in
FigureQ. Turn the lock rod until it is snug, then turn counterclockwise oneturn.
4. 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.
5. Tighten locknut.
Prior to Operation
• Install the base extensions to both sides of the saw's base. Refer to Assembling the Base
Extensionssection.
• Check the protective belt cover for damage and the proper functioning of the lowerguard.
• Make sure to use the kerf plate. Do not operate the machine if the kerf slot is wider than
12mm.
• 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.
• Make sure all locking knobs and clamp handles aretight.
• Use personal protective equipment and connect the saw to an external dustextractor.
• Although this saw will cut wood and many nonferrous materials, these operating
instructions refer to the cutting of wood only. The same guide-lines apply to the other
materials. Do not cut ferrous (iron and steel) materials, fibre cement or masonry with
thissaw!
• Do not attempt to cut excessively smallpieces.
• Secure theworkpiece.
• Allow the blade to cut freely. Do notforce.
• Allow the motor to reach full speed beforecutting.
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 remove
the battery packs or power supply before transporting, making any adjustments,
cleaning, repairing, or removing/installing attachments or accessories. Be sure the
trigger switch is in the OFF position. 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.

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Quality of Cut
The smoothness of any cut depends on a number of variables, such as the material being cut,
blade type, blade sharpness and rate ofcut.
When smoothest cuts are desired for molding and other precision work, a sharp (60 tooth
carbide) blade and a slower, even cutting rate will produce the desiredresults.
WARNING: Ensure that the material does not move or creep while cutting; clamp it
securely in place. Always let the blade come to a full stop before raising arm. If small
fibers of wood still split out at the rear of the workpiece, stick a piece of masking tape on
the wood where the cut will be made. Saw through the tape and carefully remove tape
whenfinished.
Non-Through-Cutting (Grooving and Rabbeting) (Fig. A)
Your saw is equipped with a grooving stop34, depth adjustment screw33 and wing nut32
to allow for groovecutting. Instructions in the Crosscuts, Bevel Cuts and Cutting Compound
Miters sections are for cuts made through the full thickness of the material. The saw can also
perform non-through cuts to form grooves or rabbets in thematerial.
Grooving (Fig. A)
Refer to Grooving Stop for detailed instructions for setting depth of cut. A piece of scrap wood
should be used to verify the desired depth ofcut.
1. Hold the wood firmly on the table and against the fence15. Align the cut area
underneath the blade. Position the saw arm fully forward, with blade in down position.
Turn on the saw by pushing the lock-off button5 to the left, and then depress the trigger
switch4 shown in FigureA. Smoothly, push saw arm rearward to cut a groove through
the workpiece.
2. Release the trigger switch with the saw arm down. When saw blade has completely
stopped, raise the saw arm. Always let the blade come to a full stop before raising thearm.
3. To widen the groove, repeat steps 1–2 until the desired width isobtained.
Clamping the Workpiece
WARNING: A workpiece that is clamped, balanced and secure before a cut may become
unbalanced after a cut is completed. An unbalanced load may tip the saw or anything the
saw is attached to, such as a table or workbench. When making a cut that may become
unbalanced, properly support the workpiece and ensure the saw is firmly bolted to a
stable surface. Personal injury mayoccur.
WARNING: The clamp foot must remain clamped above the base of the saw whenever
the clamp is used. Always clamp the workpiece to the base of the saw – not to any other
part of the work area. Ensure the clamp foot is not clamped on the edge of the base of
thesaw.
CAUTION: Always use a work clamp to maintain control and reduce the risk of personal
injury and workpiecedamage.
Use the material clamp provided with your saw. The left or right fence will slide from side to
side to aid in clamping. Other aids such as spring clamps, bar clamps or C-clamps may be
appropriate for certain sizes and shapes ofmaterial.
To Install Clamp (Fig. A)
1. Insert it into the hole28 behind the fence. The clamp should be facing toward the back of
the mitre saw. The groove on the clamp rod should be fully inserted into the base. Ensure
this groove is fully inserted into the base of the mitre saw. If the groove is visible, the clamp
will not besecure.
2. Rotate the clamp 180° toward the front of the mitresaw.
3. Loosen the knob to adjust the clamp up or down, then use the fine adjust knob to firmly
clamp theworkpiece.
NOTE: Place the clamp on the opposite side of the base when beveling. ALWAYS MAKE DRY
RUNS (UNPOWERED) BEFORE FINISH CUTS TO CHECK THE PATH OF THE BLADE. ENSURE THE
CLAMP DOES NOT INTERFERE WITH THE ACTION OF THE SAW ORGUARDS.
Support for Long Pieces
ALWAYS SUPPORT LONGPIECES.
For best results, use the DE7023-XJ or DE7033-XJ leg stands to extend the table width of your
saw. Support long workpieces using any convenient means such as sawhorses or similar
devices to keep the ends fromdropping.
Cutting Picture Frames, Shadow Boxes and Other Four-Sided
Projects (Fig.W)
Try a few simple projects using scrap wood until you develop a“feel”for your saw. Your saw is
the perfect tool for mitring corners like the one shown in FigureW.
Sketch 1 in FigureW shows a joint made with the bevel adjustment method. The joint shown
can be made using eithermethod.
• Using bevel adjustment:
-The bevel for the two boards is adjusted to 45° each, producing a 90°corner.
-The mitre arm is locked in the zero position and the bevel adjustment is locked at 45°.
-The wood is positioned with the broad flat side against the table and the narrow edge
against thefence.
• Using mitre adjustment:
-The same cut can be made by mitring right and left with the broad surface against
thefence.
Cutting Trim Molding and Other Frames (Fig.W)
Sketch 2 in FigureW shows a joint made by setting the mitre arm at 45° to mitre the two
boards to form a 90° corner. To make this type of joint, set the bevel adjustment to zero and
the mitre arm to 45°. Once again, position the wood with the broad flat side on the table and
the narrow edge against thefence.
The two sketches in FigureW are for four-sided objects only. As the number of sides changes,
so do the mitre and bevel angles. The chart below gives the proper angles for a variety of
shapes, assuming that all sides are of equallength.
Number of Sides Mitre or Bevel Angle
445°
536°
630°
725.7°
822.5°
920°
10 18°
For a shape that is not shown in the chart, use the following formula: 180° divided by the
number of sides equals the mitre (if the material is cut vertically) or bevel angle (if the material
is cut laying flat).
Cutting Compound Mitres (Fig.V,X)
A compound mitre is a cut made using a mitre angle and a bevel angle at the same time.
This is the type of cut used to make frames or boxes with slanting sides like the one shown in
FigureV.
WARNING: If the cutting angle varies from cut to cut, check that the bevel lock knob and
the mitre lock handle are securely locked. These must be locked after making any changes
in bevel ormitre.
WARNING: The saw must be fixed on a base support when performing compound cuts
to prevent tip over. Refer to Bench Mounting and Fig.GG.
The chart shown below will assist you in selecting the proper bevel and mitre settings for
common compound mitrecuts.
SET THIS BEVEL ANGLE ON SAW
SET THIS MITER ANGLE ON SAW
ANGLE OF SIDE OF BOX (ANGLE"A")
SQUARE BOX
6 SIDED BOX
8 SIDED BOX
• Select the desired angle A (Fig.X) of your project and locate that angle on the appropriate
arc in thechart.
• From that point follow the chart straight down to find the correct bevel angle and straight
across to find the correct mitreangle.
• Set your saw to the prescribed angles and make a few trial cuts. Practise fitting the cut
piecestogether.
Example: To make a 4-sided box with 26° exterior angles (Angle A, Fig.X), use the upper right
arc. Find 26° on the arc scale. Follow the horizontal intersecting line to either side to get mitre
angle setting on saw (42°). Likewise, follow the vertical intersecting line to the top or bottom
to get the bevel angle setting on the saw (18°). Always try cuts on a few scrap pieces of wood
to verify the settings on thesaw.
Cutting Base Moulding (Fig.N, Y)
ALWAYS MAKE A DRY RUN WITHOUT POWER BEFORE MAKING ANYCUTS.
To complete straight 90° cuts, position the wood against the fence and hold it in place as
shown in FigureY. Turn on the saw, allow the blade to reach full speed and lower the arm
smoothly through thecut.
Cutting Base Molding from 76 mm to 171 mm High Vertically Against
theFence
NOTE: Use the slide lock lever19, shown in FigureN, when cutting base molding measuring
from 76 mm to 171 mm high vertically against thefence.
Position material as shown in FigureY.

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Cutting Plastic Pipe or Other Round Material
Plastic pipe can be easily cut with your saw. It should be cut just like wood and CLAMPED OR
HELD FIRMLY TO THE FENCE TO KEEP IT FROM ROLLING. This is extremely important when
making anglecuts.
Cutting Large Material (Fig.FF)
Occasionally you will encounter a piece of wood a little too large to fit beneath the lower
guard. If this occurs, place your right thumb on the upper side of the guard1 and roll the
guard up just enough to clear the workpiece, as shown in FigureFF. Avoid doing this as much
as possible, but if need be, the saw will operate properly and make the bigger cut. NEVER TIE,
TAPE, OR OTHERWISE HOLD THE GUARD OPEN WHEN OPERATING THISSAW.
Dust Extraction (Fig.A, HH)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn tool off and remove
the battery packs or power supply before transporting, making any adjustments,
cleaning, repairing, 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 a 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25 that allows connection to either a dust bag (33mm
nozzles) or direct attachment to the
DeWALT
AirLock(DWV9000-XJ)64.
Observe the relevant regulations in your country for the materials to beworked.
To Attach the Dust Bag
1. Fit a dust bag to the dust port25.
To Empty the Dust Bag
1. Remove dust bag from the saw and gently shake or tap the dust bag toempty.
2. Reattach the dust bag back onto the dustport.
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 waste bin or dustreceptacle.
External Dust Extraction
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.HH)
The dust port25 on your mitre saw is compatable with the D
e
WALT AirLock connection
system. The AirLock allows for a fast, secure connection between the dust extractor hose and
the mitresaw.
1. Ensure the collar on the AirLock connector64 is in the unlock position. Align notches on
collar and AirLock connector as shown for unlock and lockpositions.
2. Push the AirLock connector onto the dust port25.
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.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn tool off and remove
the battery packs or power supply before transporting, making any adjustments,
cleaning, repairing, or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An
accidental start-up can causeinjury.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, DO NOT touch the sharp
points on the blade with fingers or hands while performing any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.
Lubrication
Your power tool requires no additionallubrication.
Cleaning
Before use, carefully check the upper guard, lower guard and dust duct to determine that they
will operate properly. Ensure that chips, dust or workpiece particles do not block of one of
thefunctions.
Inside corner Outside corner
Left side Mitre left 45°
Save left side of cut
Mitre right 45°
Save left side of cut
Right side Mitre right 45°
Save right side of cut
Mitre left 45°
Save right side of cut
Material up to 171 mm can be cut as describedabove.
Cutting Crown Moulding (Fig. A, Z, AA)
Your mitre saw is well suited to the task of cutting crown moulding. In order to fit properly,
crown moulding must be compound mitred with extremeaccuracy.
Your mitre saw has special pre-set mitre latch points at 31.62° left and right for cutting crown
moulding at the proper angle and bevel stop pawls at 33.86° left and right. There is also a
mark on the bevel scale16 at 33.9°. The chart below gives the proper settings for cutting
crownmoulding.
NOTE: Pretesting with scrap material is extremely important!
Instructions for Cutting Crown Moulding Laying Flat and Using the
Compound Features (Fig. Z)
1. Moulding should lay flat with the broad back surface down on the sawtable61.
2. Place the top of the moulding against the fence15.
3. The settings below are for 45° sprung crownmoulding.
Inside corner Outside corner
Left
side
Bevel left 30°
Mitre table set at right 35.26°
Save left end of cut
Bevel right 30°
Mitre table set at left 35.26°
Save left end of cut
Right
side
Bevel right 30°
Mitre table set at left 35.26°
Save right end of cut
Bevel left 30°
Mitre table set at right 35.26°
Save right end of cut
The settings below are for crown moulding with 52° angles at the top and 38° angles at
thebottom.
Inside corner Outside corner
Left
side
Bevel left 33.9°
Mitre table set at right 31.62°
Save left end of cut
Bevel right 33.9°
Mitre table set at left 31.62°
Save left end of cut
Right
side
Bevel right 33.9°
Mitre table set at left 31.62°
Save right end of cut
Bevel left 33.9°
Mitre table set at right 31.62°
Save right end of cut
Alternative Method for Cutting Crown Moulding
Cutting crown moulding using this method does not require a bevel cut. Minute changes in
the mitre angle can be made without affecting the bevel angle. When corners other than 90°
are encountered, the saw can be quickly and easily adjusted forthem.
Instructions for Cutting Crown Moulding Angled Between the Fence and
Base of the Saw for All Cuts (Fig. AA)
1. Angle the moulding so the bottom of the moulding (the part which goes against the wall
when installed) is against the fence15 and the top of the moulding is resting on the saw
table61.
2. The angled “flats” on the back of the moulding must rest squarely on the fence and
sawtable.
Inside corner Outside corner
Left side Mitre right at 45°
Save right side of cut
Mitre left at 45°
Save right side of cut
Right
side
Mitre left at 45°
Save left side of cut
Mitre right at 45°
Save left side of cut
Special Cuts
WARNING: Never make any cut unless the material is secured on the table and
against thefence.
Aluminum Cutting (Fig. BB, CC)
ALWAYS USE THE APPROPRIATE SAW BLADE MADE ESPECIALLY FOR
CUTTINGALUMINUM.
Certain workpieces may require the use of a clamp or fixture to prevent movement during the
cut. Position the material so that you will be cutting the thinnest cross section, as shown in
FigureBB. FigureCC illustrates the wrong way to cut theseextrusions.
Use a stick wax cutting lubricant when cutting aluminum. Apply the stick wax directly to the
saw blade47 before cutting. Never apply stick wax to a moving blade. The wax provides
proper lubrication and keeps chips from adhering to theblade.
Bowed Material (Fig. DD, EE)
When cutting bowed material always position it as shown in FigureDD and never like that
shown in Figure EE. Positioning the material incorrectly will cause it to pinch theblade.

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ENGLISH
In case of workpiece fragments jammed between the saw blade and guards, disconnect the
machine from the power supply and follow the instructions given in Changing or Installing a
New Saw Blade. Remove the jammed parts and reassemble the sawblade.
Periodically clean all dust and wood chips from around AND UNDER the base and the
rotarytable.
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of the main housing with dry air as often as dirt is seen
collecting in and around the air vents. Wear approved eye protection and approved dust
mask when performing thisprocedure.
WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic
parts of the tool. These chemicals may weaken the 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.
Cleaning the
DeWALT
Corded Power Supply
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.
Cleaning the Corded Power Supply Receptacle (Fig. D)
WARNING: Blow debris out of the corded power supply receptacle38 with clean, dry air.
To minimize the risk of eye injury, always wear eye protection and respiratory protection
when performingthis.
Dust Duct Cleaning
Depending on your cutting environment, saw dust can clog the dust duct and may prevent
dust from flowing away from the cutting area properly. With the battery pack or corded power
supply removed and the saw head raised fully, low pressure air or a large diameter dowel rod
can be used to clear the dust out of the dustduct.
XPS™ LED Worklight Cleaning
For the best worklight performance, perform the following maintenance regularly with the
battery or corded power supplyremoved.
• Carefully clean saw dust and debris from worklight lens with a cottonswab.
• DO NOT use solvents of any kind, they may damage thelens.
• Dust build-up can block the worklight and prevent it from accurately indicating the line
ofcut.
• Follow mitre saw’s instruction manual to remove and installblade.
• With blade removed from saw, clean pitch and build-up from blade. Pitch and debris can
interfere with the worklight and prevent it from accurately indicating the line ofcut.
Optional Accessories
WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered by
DeWALT
, have not been tested
with this product, use of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous. To reduce the
risk of injury, only
DeWALT
recommended accessories should be used with thisproduct.
The following accessories, designed for your saw, may be helpful. In some cases, other locally
obtained work supports, length stops, clamps, etc., may be more appropriate. Use care in
selecting and usingaccessories.
Dust Bag: DE7053
(included with some
models)
Equipped with a zipper for
easy emptying, the dust bag
will capture the majority of
the sawdust produced.
SAW BLADES: ALWAYS USE 305 mm SAW BLADES WITH 25.4 mm/30 mm ARBOUR HOLES.
SPEED RATING MUST BE AT LEAST 4800 RPM. Never use a smaller diameter blade. It will
not be guarded properly. Use crosscut blades only! Do not use blades designed for ripping,
combination blades or blades with hook angles in excess of 7°.
BLADE DESCRIPTIONS
APPLICATION DIAMETER TEETH
Construction Saw Blades (thin kerf with anti-stick rim)
General Purpose 305 mm 40
Fine Crosscuts 305 mm 60
Woodworking Saw Blades (provide smooth, clean cuts)
Fine crosscuts 305 mm 80
Non-ferrous metals 305 mm 96
Consult your dealer for further information on the appropriateaccessories.
Protecting the Environment
Separate collection. Products and batteries marked with this symbol must not be
disposed of with normal householdwaste.
Products and batteries contain materials that can be recovered or recycled reducing
the demand for raw materials. Please recycle electrical products and batteries
according to local provisions. Further information is available at www.2helpU.com.
Rechargeable Battery Pack
This long life battery pack must be recharged when it fails to produce sufficient power on jobs
which were easily done before. At the end of its technical life, discard it with due care for our
environment:
• Run the battery pack down completely, then remove it from thetool.
• Li-Ion cells are recyclable. Take them to your dealer or a local recycling station. The
collected battery packs will be recycled or disposed ofproperly.