ENGlIsh
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Switch on saw motor and allow it to obtain maximum
speed before applying pressure.
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Always hold saw firmly with both hands while cutting
as shown in Fig. I. Whenever possible, the pivoting shoe
must be held firmly against the material being cut. This
will prevent the saw from jumping or vibrating and will
minimize blade breakage.
Pocket Cutting - Wood Only (Fig. J)
Measure the surface area to be cut and mark clearly with a
pencil, chalk or scriber.
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1. Insert blade
into the blade clamp collar
tighten blade clamp collar securely.
2. Tip the saw backward until the back edge of the pivoting
shoe is firmly on the work surface.
3. Switch motor on, permitting blade to attain
maximum speed.
4. Grip handle steadily and begin a slow, deliberate upward
swing with the handle of the saw.
5. The blade will begin to feed into material. Always be sure
blade is completely through material before continuing
with pocket cut.
NOTE: In areas where blade visibility is limited, use the edge
of the pivoting shoe as a guide.
Metal Cutting (Fig. K)
1. Use a finer blade for ferrous metals and a coarse blade for
non-ferrous materials.
2. In thin gauge sheet metals it is best to clamp wood to
the underside of the sheet. This will ensure a clean cut
without excess vibration or tearing of metal.
3. Avoid forcing cutting blade as this reduces blade life and
causes costly blade breakage.
NoTE: You should spread a thin film of oil or other coolant
along the line ahead of the saw cut for easier operation
and longer blade life. For cutting aluminum, kerosene
is preferred.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An
accidental start-up can cause injury.
Your D
WALT power tool has been designed to operate
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over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool
care and regular cleaning.
Cleaning
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with
clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the
risk of eye injury, always wear approved eye protection
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 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.
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Accessories
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are
available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized
service center.
Repairs
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and
The charger and battery pack are not serviceable.
DCS389
WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered
by D
WALT, have not been tested with this product, use
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of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous.
To reduce the risk of injury, only D
accessories should be used with this product.
WARNING: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, maintenance and adjustment (including brush
inspection and replacement) should be performed by a
D
WALT factory service center or a D
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service center. Always use identical replacement parts.
spECIFICaTIoNs
60 V Máx*
WALT recommended
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WALT authorized
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0-3000/min (spm)
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