DeWalt DCL040 Manual De Instrucciones página 22

TO REPLACE THE BLADE (FIG. 4, 5)
1. To loosen the blade clamping screw (H), depress the blade lock
button (K) and turn the saw spindle with the blade wrench (N) until
the blade lock engages and the blade stops rotating. With the
blade lock engaged, turn the blade clamping screw clockwise with
the blade wrench (screw has left-hand threads and must be turned
clockwise to loosen).
FIG. 5
LOOSEN
(clockwise)
N
2. Remove the blade clamping screw (H) and outer clamp washer (P)
only. 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 (see 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 2 through 6 under To Install the Blade, making sure
that the blade will rotate in the proper direction.
LOWER BLADE GUARD
reduces the risk of serious personal injury. Never use the saw
if the lower blade 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 lower blade guard for
proper closing before each use as outlined in Further Safety
K
Instructions for All Saws. 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 replacement parts.
Blades
TIGHTEN
protection. Carbide is a hard but brittle material. Foreign objects in
(counterclockwise)
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.
masonry-type planking, cement board or tile with this saw.
Do not use abrasive wheels or blades. A dull blade will cause slow
inefficient cutting, overload on the saw motor, excessive splintering,
and could increase the possibility of kickback. Please refer to the
table below to determine the correct size replacement blade for your
model saw.
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WARNING: The lower blade guard is a safety feature which
WARNING: To minimize the risk of eye injury, always use eye
WARNING: Do not cut ferrous metals (steel), masonry, glass,