DeWalt DC305 Manual Del Usuario página 34

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E N G L I S H
● Install the appropriate saw blade.
● Ensure the saw shoe is secured in place before
operating the tool.
Switching on and off (fi g. A)
For safety reasons the variable speed switch (1) is
equipped with a lock-off button.
● Press the lock-off button to unlock the tool.
● To run the tool, press the variable speed switch
(1). The pressure exerted on the variable speed
switch determines the tool speed.
● To stop the tool, release the switch.
WARNING: Do not switch the tool ON
or OFF when the saw blade touches
the workpiece or other materials.
Cutting wood
● Clamp the workpiece securely and remove all
nails and metal objects.
● Holding the tool with both hands, work with the
saw shoe pressed against the workpiece.
Plunge cutting in wood (fi g. E)
● Rest the saw shoe on the workpiece in such
a position that the blade forms an appropriate
angle for the plunge cut.
● Switch the tool on and slowly feed in the blade.
Make sure that the saw shoe remains in contact
with the workpiece at all times.
Pocket cuts
● Measure and mark the required pocket cut.
● Using a narrow saw blade rest the bottom of the
saw shoe on the workpiece and make sure that
the blade is positioned on the cutting line.
● If necessary, e.g. in confi ned spaces, use the
outer edge of the saw shoe as your guideline.
● Switch on the tool and feed the blade into the
material at full speed, holding the tool fi rmly
against the workpiece.
Dust extraction
● When the tool is used indoor for extended
periods of time, use a suitable dust extractor
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designed in compliance with the applicable
Directives regarding dust emission.
Cutting metal
● When cutting thin metal always stabilize the
workpiece with wood on both sides. This
guarantees clean cuts and prevents damaging
of the material.
● For long, straight cuts draw a line on the workpiece.
● Apply a thin fi lm of lubricant along the cutting
line, switch on the tool and follow the cutting line.
Cutting plastics
● Always work at reduced speed. Carry out a test
cut to check whether the material is sensitive to
heat.
Cutting masonry
WARNING: When sawing asbestos
cement hazardous dust may be
produced. Follow the statutory
guidelines and observe the
recommendations issued by the
asbestos cement manufacturers.
Sawing up to a projecting edge (fi g. F)
● Using a conventional blade installed upside
down, cut up to the projected edge.
Consult your dealer for further information on the
appropriate accessories.
Maintenance
Your D WALT power tool has been designed to
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operate over a long period of time with a minimum
of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation
depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
Lubrication
Your power tool requires no additional lubrication.