DeWalt DWE575 User manual

DWE575
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the
instructionmanual.
Definitions: Safety Guidelines
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each
signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to
thesesymbols.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
seriousinjury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
seriousinjury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderateinjury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to
personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in
propertydamage.
Denotes risk of electricshock.
Denotes risk offire.
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.
Congratulations!
You have chosen a DeWALT tool. Years of experience, thorough
product development and innovation make DeWALT one of the
most reliable partners for professional power toolusers.
Technical Data
DWE575
Voltage VAC 230
UK & Ireland VAC 115
Type 1
Power input W1600
No-load speed min-1 5200
Blade diameter mm 184
Maximum depth of cut mm 65
Blade bore mm 20
Bevel angle adjustment 57˚
Weight kg 4.0
Noise values and/or vibration values (triax vector sum) according to EN62841-2-5:
LPA (emission sound pressure level) dB(A) 91
LWA (sound power level) dB(A) 102
K (uncertainty for the given sound level) dB(A) 4
Cutting wood
Vibration emission value a
h,W
= m/s2< 2.5
Uncertainty K = m/s21.5
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.
English (original instructions)
184 mm CIRCULAR SAW
DWE575

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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.
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) 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.
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR
CIRCULAR SAW
Safety Instructions for All Saws
DANGER:
a ) Keep hands away from cutting area and the blade.
Keep your second hand on auxiliary handle, or motor
housing. If both hands are holding the saw, they cannot
be cut by theblade.
b ) Do not reach underneath the workpiece. The guard
cannot protect you from the blade below theworkpiece.
c ) Adjust the cutting depth to the thickness of the
workpiece. Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth
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d ) Never hold the workpiece in your hands or across
your leg while cutting. Secure the workpiece to a
stable platform. It is important to support the work
properly to minimize body exposure, blade binding,
or loss of control.
e ) Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,
when performing an operation where the cutting
tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
Contact with a "live" wire will also make exposed metal
parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator
an electricshock.
f ) When ripping always use a rip fence or straight edge
guide. This improves the accuracy of cut and reduces the
chance of bladebinding.
g ) Always use blades with correct size and shape
(diamond versus round) of arbour holes. Blades that
do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run
eccentrically, causing loss ofcontrol.
h ) Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or
bolt. The blade washers and bolt were specially designed
for your saw, for optimum performance and safety
ofoperation.
Further Safety Instructions for All Saws
Causes and operator prevention of kickback:
• kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound or
misaligned saw blade, causing an uncontrolled saw to lift up
and out of the workpiece toward the operator;
• when the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf closing
down, the blade stalls and the motor reaction drives the unit
rapidly back toward the operator;
• if the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut, the teeth
at the back edge of the blade can dig into the top surface of
the wood causing the blade to climb out of the kerf and jump
back toward theoperator.
Kickback is the result of saw misuse and/or incorrect operating
procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper
precautions as givenbelow.
a ) Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the saw and
position your arms to resist kickback forces. Position
your body to either side of the blade, but not in line
with the blade. Kickback could cause the saw to jump
backwards, but kickback forces can be controlled by the
operator, if proper precautions aretaken.
b ) When blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut
for any reason, release the trigger and hold the saw
motionless in the material until the blade comes to
a complete stop. Never attempt to remove the saw
from the work or pull the saw backward while the
blade is in motion or kickback may occur. Investigate
and take corrective actions to eliminate the cause of
bladebinding.
c ) When restarting a saw in the workpiece, centre the
saw blade in the kerf and check that saw teeth are
not engaged into the material. If saw blade is binding,
it may walk up or kickback from the workpiece as the saw
isrestarted.
d ) Support large panels to minimise the risk of blade
pinching and kickback. Large panels tend to sag
under their own weight. Supports must be placed under
the panel on both sides, near the line of cut and near the
edge of thepanel.
e ) Do not use dull or damaged blades. Unsharpened
or improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing
excessive friction, blade binding andkickback.
f ) Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers
must be tight and secure before making cut. If blade
adjustment shifts while cutting, it may cause binding
andkickback.
g ) Use extra caution when making a "plunge cut" into
existing walls or other blind areas. The protruding
blade may cut objects that can causekickback.
Safety Instructions for Saws with a
Pendulum Blade Guard
a ) Check the lower guard for proper closing before each
use. Do not operate the saw if the lower guard does
not move freely and close instantly. Never clamp
or tie the lower guard into the open position. If the
saw is accidentally dropped, lower the guard may
be bent. Raise the lower guard with the retracting handle
and make sure it moves freely and does not touch the
blade or any other part, in all angles and depths ofcut.
b ) Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If the
guard and the spring are not operating properly,
they must be serviced before use. Lower guard may
operate sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy
deposits, or a build-up ofdebris.
c ) The lower guard should be retracted manually
only for special cuts such as "plunge cuts" and
"compound cuts."Raise the lower guard by retracting
handle and as soon as the blade enters the material,
the lower guard must be released. For all other sawing,
the lower guard should operateautomatically.
d ) Always observe that the lower guard is covering the
blade before placing saw down on bench or floor.
An unprotected, coasting blade will cause the saw to
walk backwards, cutting whatever is in its path. Be
aware of the time it takes for the blade to stop after switch
isreleased.
Additional Safety Instructions for All Saws
with Riving Knife
a ) Use the appropriate saw blade for the riving knife.
For the riving knife to function, the body of the blade must
be thinner than the riving knife and the cutting width
of the blade must be wider than the thickness of the
rivingknife.
b ) Adjust the riving knife as described in this
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and alignment can make the riving knife ineffective in
preventingkickback.
c ) Always use the riving knife except when plunge
cutting. Riving knife must be replaced after plunge
cutting. Riving knife causes interference during plunge
cutting and can createkickback.
d ) For the riving knife to work, it must be engaged in
the workpiece. The riving knife is ineffective in preventing
kickback during shortcuts.
e ) Do not operate the saw if riving knife is bent. Even a
light interference can slow the closing rate of aguard.
Additional Safety Instructions for
CircularSaws
• Do not operate the machine without guards in position, or if
guards do not function or are not maintainedproperly.
• Select the correct blade for the material to becut.
• Wear a dustmask.
• Do not use blades of larger or smaller diameter than
recommended. For the proper blade rating refer to the
technical data. Use only the blades specified in this manual,
complying with EN847-1.
• Never use abrasive cut-offwheels.
• When sawing plastic, melting of the material is to beavoided.
• Please use only saw blades that are marked with a speed equal
or higher than the speed marked on thetool.
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: We recommend the use of a residual current
device with a residual current rating of 30mA orless.
Residual Risks
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 personal injury due to flyingparticles.
• Risk of burns due to accessories becoming hot
duringoperation.
• Risk of personal injury due to prolongeduse.
Electrical Safety
The electric motor has been designed for one voltage only.
Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage
on the ratingplate.
Your DeWALT tool is double insulated in accordance
with EN62841; therefore no earth wire isrequired.
WARNING: 115 V units have to be operated via a fail-safe
isolating transformer with an earth screen between the
primary and secondary winding.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced only by
DeWALT or an authorised serviceorganisation.
Mains Plug Replacement
(U.K. & Ireland Only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
• Safely dispose of the oldplug.
• Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in theplug.
• Connect the blue lead to the neutralterminal.
WARNING: No connection is to be made to the
earthterminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good quality plugs.
Recommended fuse: 13A.
Using an Extension Cable
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely
necessary. Use an approved extension cable suitable for
the power input of your charger (see Technical Data). The
minimum conductor size is 1.5 mm2; the maximum length
is30m.
When using a cable reel, always unwind the cablecompletely.
Package Contents
The package contains:
1 Circular saw
1 Circular saw blade
1 Blade wrench
1 Parallel fence
1 Dust extraction spout
1 Instruction manual
• 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.
Date Code Position (Fig.H)
The date code29, which also includes the year of manufacture,
is printed into thehousing.
Example:
2022 XX XX
Year of Manufacture
Description (Fig.A)
WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it.
Damage or personal injury couldresult.
1 Trigger switch
2 Trigger switch lock-off button

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3 Main handle
4 Blade lock
5 End cap
6 Auxiliary handle
7 Bevel adjustment lever
8 Bevel angle adjustment mechanism
9 Base plate
10 Lower blade guard
11 Blade clamping screw
12 Lower guard lever
13 Upper blade guard
Intended Use
These heavy-duty circular saws are designed for professional
wood cutting applications. DO NOT use water feed attachments
with this saw. DO NOT use abrasive wheels orblades.
DO NOT use under wet conditions or in the presence of
flammable liquids orgases.
These heavy-duty saws are professional power tools.
DO NOT let children come into contact with the tool.
Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use
thistool.
• Young children and the infirm. This appliance is not
intended for use by young children or infirm persons
without supervision.
• This product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) suffering from diminished physical, sensory or
mental abilities; lack of experience, knowledge or skills
unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should never be left alone with thisproduct.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect tool from power
source before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. Be sure the
trigger switch is in the OFF position. An accidental start-up
can causeinjury.
Changing Blades
To Install the Blade (Fig.B–E)
1. Using the lower guard lever12, retract the lower blade
guard10 and place blade on saw spindle against the inner
clamp washer14, making sure that the blade will rotate
in the proper direction (the direction of the rotation arrow
on the saw blade and the teeth must point in the same
direction as the direction of rotation arrow on the saw). Do
not assume that the printing on the blade will always be
facing you when properly installed. When retracting the
lower blade guard to install the blade, check the condition
and operation of the lower blade guard to assure that it is
working properly. Make sure it moves freely and does not
touch the blade or any other part, in all angles and depths
ofcut.
2. Place outer clamp washer15 on saw spindle with the
beveled edge facing out. Make sure the 30 mm diameter on
the blade side of the clamp fits into the 30 mm hole in the
saw blade to ensure centering of theblade.
3. Thread the blade clamping screw11 onto the saw spindle
by hand (screw has right-hand threads and must be turned
clockwise to tighten).
4. Depress the blade lock4 while turning the saw spindle
with the blade wrench16 stored underneath the main
handle3 (Fig.E), until the blade lock engages and the
blade stopsrotating.
5. Tighten the blade clamping screw firmly with the
bladewrench.
NOTICE: Never engage the blade lock while saw is
running, or engage in an effort to stop the tool. Never
turn the saw on while the blade lock is engaged. Serious
damage to your saw willresult.
To Replace the blade (Fig.B–E)
1. To loosen the blade clamping screw11, depress the blade
lock4 and turn the saw spindle with the blade wrench16,
stored underneath the main handle3, until the blade lock
engages and the blade stops rotating. With the blade lock
engaged, turn the blade clamping screw counterclockwise
with the blade wrench (screw has right-hand threads and
must be turned counterclockwise to loosen).
2. Remove the blade clamping screw11 and outer clamp
washer15. Remove oldblade.
3. Clean any sawdust that may have accumulated in the
guard or clamp washer area and check the condition and
operation of the lower blade guard as previously outlined.
Do not lubricate thisarea.
4. Select the proper blade for the application (refer to Blades).
Always use blades that are the correct size (diameter)
with the proper size and shape center hole for mounting
on the saw spindle. Always assure that the maximum
recommended speed (rpm) on the saw blade meets or
exceeds the speed (rpm) of thesaw.
5. Follow steps 1 through 5 under To Install the Blade, making
sure that the blade will rotate in the properdirection.
Lower Blade Guard
WARNING: The lower blade guard is a safety feature that
reduces the risk of serious personal injury. Never use the
saw if the lower guard is missing, damaged, misassembled
or not working properly. Do not rely on the lower blade
guard to protect you under all circumstances. Your safety
depends on following all warnings and precautions as
well as proper operation of the saw. Check the lower blade
guard for proper closing before each use. If the lower
blade guard is missing or not working properly, have the
saw serviced before using. To assure product safety and
reliability, repair, maintenance and adjustment should
be performed by an authorized service center or other
qualified service organization, always using identical
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Checking the Lower Guard (Fig.A)
1. Turn tool off and disconnect from powersupply.
2. Rotate the lower guard lever (Fig.A,12) from the fully
closed position to the fully openposition.
3. Release the lever and observe the guard10 return to the
fully closedposition.
The tool should be serviced by a qualified service center if it:
• fails to return to the fully closed position,
• moves intermittently or slowly, or
• contacts the blade or any part of the tool in all angles and
depth ofcut.
Blades
WARNING: To minimize the risk of eye injury, always
use eye protection. Carbide is a hard but brittle material.
Foreign objects in the workpiece such as wire or nails
can cause tips to crack or break. Only operate saw when
proper saw blade guard is in place. Mount blade securely
in proper rotation before using, and always use a clean,
sharpblade.
Diameter Teeth Application
184 mm 18 Fast rip
184 mm 24 Rip
184 mm 36 General purpose
If you need assistance regarding blades, please contact your
local DeWALTdealer.
Kickback
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound or misaligned
saw blade, causing an uncontrolled saw to lift up and out of the
workpiece toward the operator. When the blade is pinched or
bound tightly by the kerf closing down, the blade stalls and the
motor reaction drives the unit rapidly back toward the operator.
If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut, the teeth
at the back edge of the blade can dig into the top surface of the
material causing the blade to climb out of the kerf and jump
back toward theoperator.
Kickback is more likely to occur when any of the following
conditionsexists.
1. IMPROPER WORKPIECE SUPPORT
a. Sagging or improper lifting of the cut off piece can cause
pinching of the blade and lead to kickback (Fig.P).
b. Cutting through material supported at the outer ends
only can cause kickback. As the material weakens it sags,
closing down the kerf and pinching the blade (Fig.P).
c. Cutting off a cantilevered or overhanging piece of
material from the bottom up in a vertical direction
can cause kickback. The falling cut off piece can pinch
theblade.
d. Cutting off long narrow strips can cause kickback. The
cut off strip can sag or twist closing the kerf and pinching
theblade.
e. Snagging the lower guard on a surface below the
material being cut momentarily reduces operator control.
The saw can lift partially out of the cut increasing the
chance of bladetwist.
2. IMPROPER DEPTH OF CUT SETTING ON SAW
To make the most efficient cut, the blade should protrude
only far enough to expose a tooth as shown in FigureH. This
allows the shoe to support the blade and minimizes twisting
and pinching in the material. See the section titled Depth of
CutAdjustment.
3. BLADE TWISTING (MISALIGNMENT IN CUT)
a. Pushing harder to cut can cause the blade totwist.
b. Trying to turn the saw in the cut (trying to get back on
the marked line) can cause bladetwist.
c. Overreaching or operating the saw with poor body
control (out of balance), can result in twisting theblade.
d. Changing hand grip or body position while cutting can
result in bladetwist.
e. Backing up the saw to clear blade can lead totwist.
4. USE OF DULL OR DIRTY BLADES
Dull blades cause increased loading of the saw. To
compensate, an operator will usually push harder which
further loads the unit and promotes twisting of the blade
in the kerf. Worn blades may also have insufficient body
clearance which increases the chance of binding and
increasedloading.
5. RESTARTING A CUT WITH THE BLADE TEETH JAMMED
AGAINST THE MATERIAL
The saw should be brought up to full operating speed
before starting a cut or restarting a cut after the unit has
been stopped with the blade in the kerf. Failure to do so can
cause stalling andkickback.
Any other conditions which could result in pinching, binding,
twisting, or misalignment of the blade could cause kickback.
Refer to the sections Additional Specific Safety Rules for
Circular Saws and Blades for procedures and techniques that
will minimize the occurrence ofkickback.
Depth of Cut Adjustment (Fig.F–H)
1. Raise the depth adjustment lever17 toloosen.
2. To obtain the correct depth of cut, align the appropriate
mark on the depth adjustment strap19 with notch18 on
the upper bladeguard.
3. Tighten the depth adjustmentlever.
4. For the most efficient cutting action using a carbide tipped
saw blade, set the depth adjustment so that about one half
of a tooth projects below the surface of the wood to becut.
5. A method of checking for the correct cutting depth is
shown in FigureH. Lay a piece of the material you plan to
cut along the side of the blade, as shown in the figure, and
observe how much tooth projects beyond thematerial.
Adjusting Depth adjustment lever (Fig.G)
It may be desirable to adjust the depth adjustment lever17. It
may loosen in time and hit the base plate beforetightening.
To Tighten the Lever:
1. Hold depth adjustment lever17 and loosen the
locknut20.

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2. Adjust the depth adjustment lever by rotating it in the
desired direction about 1/8 of arevolution.
3. Retightennut.
Bevel Angle Adjustment (Fig.I)
The bevel angle adjustment mechanism8 can be adjusted
between 0° and 57°.
To achieve better accuracy in cutting, use the fine adjustment
markings located on the pivot bracket22.
1. Raise the bevel adjustment lever7 toloosen.
2. Tilt the base plate to the desired angle by aligning the fine
bevel pointer21 with the desired angle mark on the pivot
bracket22.
3. Lower the bevel adjustment lever toretighten.
Bevel Detent (Fig.I)
The DWE575 is equipped with a bevel detent feature. As you
tilt the base plate you will hear a click and feel the base plate
stop at both 22.5 and 45 degrees. If either of these is the desired
angle, retighten the lever7 by lowering it. If you desire another
angle, continue tilting the base plate until the coarse bevel
pointer23 or the fine pointer21 aligns with the desiredmark.
Cut Length Indicator (Fig.J)
The markings on the side of the base plate show the length of
the slot being cut into the material at the full depth of the cut.
The markings are in increments of 5mm.
Mounting and Adjusting the Parallel Fence
(Fig.K)
The parallel fence24 is used for cutting parallel to the edge of
theworkpiece.
Mounting
1. Slacken the parallel fence adjustment knob25 to allow the
parallel fence topass.
2. Insert the parallel fence24 in the base plate9 asshown.
3. Tighten the parallel fence adjustment knob25.
Adjusting
1. Slacken the fence adjustment knob25 and set the parallel
fence24 to the desired width.
The adjustment can be read on the parallel fencescale.
2. Tighten the fence adjustment knob25.
Mounting the Dust Extraction Spout
(Fig.A,F,L)
Your DWE575 circular saw is supplied with a dust
extractionspout.
To Install Dust Extraction Spout
1. Fully loosen depth adjustment lever17.
2. Place base plate9 in the lowestposition.
3. Align the left half of the dust extraction spout26 over
upper blade guard13 as shown. Be sure to insert the tab
into the casting notch on the tool. When installed correctly,
it will snap fully over the original depth of cutpointer.
4. Align the right-hand piece with theleft.
5. Insert screws and tightensecurely.
Using the Kerf Indicator (Fig.M)
The front of the saw shoe has a kerf indicator for vertical and
bevel cutting. This indicator enables you to guide the saw along
cutting lines penciled on the material being cut. The indicator
lines up with the left (inner) side of the saw blade, which makes
the slot or "kerf" cut by the moving blade fall to the right of the
indicator. The notches on the base plate indicate 0˚ and 45˚.
Prior to Operation
• Make sure the guards have been mounted correctly. The saw
blade guard must be in closedposition.
• Make sure the saw blade rotates in the direction of the arrow
on theblade.
• Do not use excessively worn sawblades.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use
WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicableregulations.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect tool from power
source before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. Be sure the
trigger switch is in the OFF position. An accidental start-up
can causeinjury.
Proper Hand Position (Fig.N)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position asshown.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a
suddenreaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the main handle3,
with the other hand on the auxiliary handle6.
Switching On and Off (Fig.A)
For safety reasons the trigger switch1 of your tool is equipped
with a lock-off button2.
Press the lock-off button to unlock thetool.
To run the tool, press the trigger switch1. As soon as the
trigger switch is released, the lock-off switch is automatically
activated to prevent unintended starting of themachine.
NOTICE: Do not switch the tool ON or OFF when the saw
blade touches the workpiece or othermaterials.
Workpiece Support (Fig.O–R)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, support the work properly and hold the saw
firmly to prevent loss ofcontrol.
Figures O and Q show proper sawing position. Figures P and
R show an unsafe condition. Hands should be kept away from
cutting area, and power cord is positioned clear of the cutting
area so that it will not get caught or hung up on thework.

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To avoid kickback, ALWAYS support board or panel NEAR the
cut, (Fig. O and Q) . DON’T support board or panel away from
the cut (Fig.P and R) . When operating the saw, keep the cord
away from the cutting area and prevent it from becoming hung
up on the workpiece.
ALWAYS DISCONNECT SAW BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUST-
MENTS! Place the work with its “good” side—the one on which
appearance is most important—down. The saw cuts upward,
so any splintering will be on the work face that is up when you
sawit.
Cutting
WARNING: Never attempt to use this tool by resting it
upside down on a work surface and bringing the material
to the tool. Always securely clamp the workpiece and
bring the tool to the workpiece, securely holding the tool
with two hands as shown in FigureQ.
Place the wider portion of the saw base plate on that part of
the work piece which is solidly supported, not on the section
that will fall off when the cut is made. As examples, FigureQ
illustrates the RIGHT way to cut off the end of a board. Always
clamp work. Don’t try to hold short pieces by hand! Remember
to support cantilevered and overhanging material. Use caution
when sawing material frombelow.
Be sure saw is up to full speed before blade contacts material
to be cut. Starting saw with blade against material to be cut
or pushed forward into kerf can result in kickback. Push the
saw forward at a speed which allows the blade to cut without
laboring. Hardness and toughness can vary even in the same
piece of material, and knotty or damp sections can put a heavy
load on the saw. When this happens, push the saw more slowly,
but hard enough to keep working without much decrease
in speed. Forcing the saw can cause rough cuts, inaccuracy,
kickback, and over-heating of the motor. Should your cut begin
to go off the line, don’t try to force it back on. Release the switch
and allow blade to come to a complete stop. Then you can
withdraw the saw, sight anew, and start a new cut slightly inside
the wrong one. In any event, withdraw the saw if you must shift
the cut. Forcing a correction inside the cut can stall the saw and
lead tokickback.
IF SAW STALLS, RELEASE THE TRIGGER AND BACK THE SAW
UNTIL IT IS LOOSE. BE SURE BLADE IS STRAIGHT IN THE CUT AND
CLEAR OF THE CUTTING EDGE BEFORERESTARTING.
As you finish a cut, release the trigger and allow the blade to
stop before lifting the saw from the work. As you lift the saw,
the spring-tensioned telescoping guard will automatically close
under the blade. Remember the blade is exposed until this
occurs. Never reach under the work for any reason. When you
have to retract the telescoping guard manually (as is necessary
for starting pocket cuts) always use the retractinglever.
NOTE: When cutting thin strips, be careful to ensure that small
cutoff pieces don’t hang up on inside of lowerguard.
Pocket Cutting (Fig.N)
WARNING: Never tie the blade guard in a raised position.
Never move the saw backwards when pocket cutting. This
may cause the unit to raise up off the work surface which
could causeinjury.
A pocket cut is one that is made in a floor, wall or other
flatsurface.
1. Adjust the saw base plate so the blade cuts at desireddepth.
2. Tilt the saw forward and rest front of the base plate on
material to becut.
3. Using the lower guard lever, retract lower blade guard to an
upward position. Lower rear of base plate until blade teeth
almost touch cuttingline.
4. Release the blade guard (its contact with the work will keep
it in position to open freely as you start the cut). Remove
hand from guard lever and firmly grip auxiliary handle6, as
shown in Figure S. Position your body and arm to allow you
to resist kickback if itoccurs.
5. Make sure blade is not in contact with cutting surface before
startingsaw.
6. Start the motor and gradually lower the saw until its base
plate rests flat on the material to be cut. Advance saw along
the cutting line until cut iscompleted.
7. Release trigger and allow blade to stop completely before
withdrawing the blade from thematerial.
8. When starting each new cut, repeat asabove.
Dust Extraction (Fig.V)
WARNING: Risk of dust inhalation. To reduce the risk of
personal injury, ALWAYS wear an approved dustmask.
A dust extraction spout26 is supplied with yourtool.
Vacuum hoses of most common vacuum extractors will fit
directly into the dust extractionspout.
WARNING: ALWAYS use a vacuum extractor designed
in compliance with the applicable directives regarding
dust emission when sawing wood. Vacuum hoses of most
common vacuum cleaners will fit directly into the dust
extractionoutlet.
MAINTENANCE
Your DeWALT power tool has been designed to operate
over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool
care and regularcleaning.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect tool from power
source before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. Be sure the
trigger switch is in the OFF position. An accidental start-up
can causeinjury.
Lubrication
Self lubricating ball and roller bearings are used in the tool and
relubrication is not required. However, it is recommended that,
once a year, you take or send the tool to a service center for a
thorough cleaning, inspection and lubrication of the gearcase.

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Cleaning
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.
Lower Guard
The lower guard should always rotate and close freely from
a fully open to fully closed position. Always check for correct
operation before cutting by fully opening the guard and letting
it close. If the guard closes slowly or not completely, it will need
cleaning or servicing. Do not use the saw until it functions
correctly. To clean the guard, use dry air or a soft brush to
remove all accumulated sawdust or debris from the path of
the guard and from around the guard spring. Should this not
correct the problem, it will need to be serviced by an authorized
servicecenter.
Base Plate Adjustment (Fig.E,T,U)
Your base plate has been factory set to assure that the blade is
perpendicular to the base plate. If after extended use you need
to re-align the blade, follow the directions below:
Adjusting For 90 Degree Cuts
1. Return the saw to 0degreesbevel.
2. Place the saw on its side, and retract the lowerguard.
3. Set the depth of cut to 51mm.
4. Loosen the bevel adjustment lever (Fig.U,7). Place a
square against the blade and the base plate as shown in
FigureBB.
5. Using a wrench16, turn the set screw27 on the underside
of the base plate until the blade and the base plate are
both in flush contact with the square. Retighten the bevel
adjustmentlever.
Adjusting Bevel Adjustment Lever (Fig.U)
It may be desirable to adjust the bevel adjustment lever7. It
may loosen in time and hit the base plate beforetightening.
To Tighten the Lever:
1. Hold the bevel adjustment lever7 and loosen the
locknut28.
2. Adjust the bevel adjustment lever by rotating it in the
desired direction about 1/8 of arevolution.
3. Retightennut.
Blades
A dull blade will cause inefficient cutting, overload on the
saw motor, excessive splintering and increase the possibility
of kickback. Change blades when it is no longer easy to push
the saw through the cut, when the motor is straining, or when
excessive heat is built up in the blade. It is a good practice to
keep extra blades on hand so that sharp blades are available for
immediate use. Dull blades can be sharpened in mostareas.
Hardened gum on the blade can be removed with kerosene,
turpentine, or oven cleaner. Anti-stick coated blades can be
used in applications where excessive build-up is encountered,
such as pressure treated and greenlumber.
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.
DO NOT USE WATER FEED ATTACHMENTS WITH THISSAW.
VISUALLY EXAMINE CARBIDE BLADES BEFORE USE. REPLACE
IFDAMAGED.
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.

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