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DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286

(AUG09) Part No. N039232 DW715 Copyright © 2007, 2008, 2009 DEWALT

The following are trademarks for one or more DEWALT power tools: the yellow and black color scheme;

the "D" shaped air intake grill; the array of pyramids on the handgrip; the kit box configuration; and the

array of lozenge-shaped humps on the surface of the tool.

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, ff not avoided, may

result in property damage. J

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS OR ANY DEWALT TOOL,

CALL US TOLL FREE AT: 1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

_WARNING: Read all instructions before operating product. Failure to follow all

/instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious

Injury READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Double Insulation

Double insulated tools are constructed throughout with two separate layersof electrical insulation

or one double thickness of insulation between you and the tool's electrical system. Tools built

with this insulation system are not intended to be grounded. As a result, your tool is equipped

with a two prong plug which permits you to use extension cords without concern for maintaining

a ground connection.

NOTE: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating

this tool. The insulation system is for added protection against injury resulting from a possible

electrical insulation failure within the tool.

i_CAUTION: WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS. Repair or

replace damaged cords.

Polarized Plugs

Polarized plugs (one blade is wider than the other) are used on equipment to reduce the risk of

electric shock. When provided, this plug will fit in the polarized outlet only one way. If the plug

does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician

to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

Safety Instructions For All Tools

This miter saw accepts the DEWALT worklight and laser attachments.

AWARNING: To reduce the risk of eye injury, ALWAYS use eye protection when operating

the miter saw.

• KEEP GUARD IN PLACE and in working order.

•REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys

and adjusting wrenches are removed from spindle before turning tool on. Tools, scrap pieces,

and other debris can be thrown at high speed, causing injury.

• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

• DO NOT USE THE MACHINE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. The use of power tools

in damp or wet locations or in rain can cause shock or electrocution. Keep your work area

well-lit to avoid tripping or placing arms, hands, and fingers in danger.

• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Aft visitors should be kept at a safe distance from work area. Your

shop is a potentially dangerous environment.

• MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter

keys. The unauthorized start-up of a machine by a child or visitor may result in injury.

• DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and be safer at the rate for which it was

designed.

• USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.

Using the incorrect tool or attachment may result in personal injury.

• WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or other

jewelry to get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective

hair covering to contain long hair. Air vents may cover moving parts and should also be

avoided.

• ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also

use face or dust mask ff cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY

EQUIPMENT:

• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3)

• ANSI $12.6 ($3.19) hearing protection

• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection

• SECURE THE WORKPIECE. Use clamps or a vise to hold the workpiece on the table

and against the fence or when your hand will be dangerously close to the blade [within

6" (152 mm)]. It is safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tooL

•DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Loss of balance may

cause personal injury.

• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safestperformance.

Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Poorly maintained tools and

machines can further damage the tool or machine and/or cause injury.

• TURN THE MACHINE "OFF'; AND DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER

SOURCE before installing or removing accessories, before adjusting or changing set-ups,

when making repairs or changing locations. An accidental start-up can cause injury. Do not

touch the plug's metal prongs when unplugging or plugging in the cord.

• REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure that the switch is in the

"OFF"position before plugging in the power cord.

• USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition, ff

your product is equipped with a cordset, use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong

grounding-type plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug. When using an

extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw.

An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheat-

ing. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and name-

plate ampere rating, ff in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number,

the heavier the cord.

Ampere Rating

More

Than

0

6

10

12

Not More

Than

6

10

12

16

Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets

Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters)

120V 25 (7.6) 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7)

240V 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 200 (61.0) 300 (91.4)

AWG

18 16

18 16

16 16

14 12

16 14

14 12

14 12

Not Recommended

• CHECK for DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is

damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform

its intended function--check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage

of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other

part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced. Do not use tool if switch does

not turn it on and off.

• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Use only accessories that are recommended

by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may be

hazardous when used on another tooL Consult the instruction manual for recommended

accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.

• NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool

is unintentionally contacted.

• NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until

it comes to a complete stop. Serious injury can result.

• DO NOT OPERATE ELECTRIC TOOLS NEAR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR IN GASEOUS

OR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES. Motors in these tools may spark and ignite fumes.

•STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, AND USE COMMON SENSE. DO NOT

USE THE MACHINE WHEN YOU ARE TIRED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS

or ALCOHOL. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in injury.

Additional Safety Rules For Miter Saws

AWARNING: Do not allow familiarity (gained from frequent use of your saw) to replace safety

rules. Always remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.

• 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.

•STABILITY. Make sure the miter saw is placed on a secure supporting surface and does not

slip or move during use. ff the mobility kit is installed, raise the moveable caster(s) so saw is

in its stationary position.

• FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES and recommended electrical connections to prevent shock

or electrocution. Protect electric supply line with at least a 15 ampere time-delay fuse or a

circuit breaker."

• 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 arbor screw is tightened securely. Loose or improper blade clamping may result in

damage to the saw and possible personal injury.

• ALWAYS USE A SHARP BLADE. Check the blade to see if it runs true and is free from

vibration. A dull or a vibrating blade can cause damage to the machine and/or serious

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.

• DO NOT force cutting action. Stalling or partial stalling of motor can cause damage. To the

machine or blade and/or serious injury.

•ALLOW THE MOTOR TO COME TO FULL SPEED prior to starting cut. Starting the cut too

soon may cause damage to the machine or blade and/or serious injury.

•NEVER CUT FERROUS METALS (Those with any iron or steel content) or masonry. Either

of these can cause the carbide tips to fly off the blade at high speeds causing serious

injury.

•DO NOT USE ABRASIVE WHEELS. The excessive heat and abrasive particles generated

by them may damage the saw and cause personal 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 NOTplace either hand in the blade area when the saw is connected to the power source.

Inadvertent blade activation may result in serious injury.

•DO NOT PERFORM FREE-HAND OPERATIONS (workpiece not supported by table and

fence). Hold the work firmly against the fence and table. Free-hand operations on a miter saw

could cause the workpiece to be thrown at high speeds, causing 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 unplugged and turned off. 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 miter 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 OFTHE CORRECT SIZE AND TYPE specified for this tool to prevent

damage to the machine and/or serious injury.

•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.

•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.

•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.

• 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.

•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.

•KEEP ARMS, HANDS, AND FINGERS away from the blade to prevent severe cuts. Clamp

all workpieces that would cause your hand to be within 6" (152 mm) of the saw blade.

•NEVER LOCK THE SWITCH IN THE "ON"position. Severe personal injury may result.

•TURN OFF THE MACHINE and allow the blade to come to a complete stop before raising

the arm and prior to cleaning the blade area, removing debris in the path of the blade, before

servicing or adjusting tooL A moving blade can cause serious injury.

•PROPERLY SUPPORT LONG OR WIDE WORKPIECES. Loss of con#ol of the workpiece

can cause inju_

•NEVER cross arms in front of blade while using tool Always make a dry run (unpowered)

before making a finisl_ cut so that you can check tim patt_ of the blade or severe personal

thjury may result.

•ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding fl_e sate and proper operation of power tools (Le

a safety video) is available from the Power Too! Institute, t300 Sumner Avenue. Cleveland,

OH 44115-2851 (_,/w.powertoolinstitute.com). information is also available from tie National

Safety Council; 1121 Spring Lake Drive, Itasc& IL 60t43-3201. Please refer to the American

National Standards Institute ANSI 01.1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking Macl_thes and

the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA 1910.213 Regulations.

J_ WARNING: Do not connect unit to electrical power source until complete instructions are read

and understood.

Ate.WARNING.* Always wear proper personal hearing protection that conforms to ANSI

$12.6 (S& 19) during use, Under some conditions a_d duration of use, noise from this product

may contribute to hearfeg loss.

WARNING: NEVER MAKE ANY CUT UNLESS THE MATERIAL tS SECURED ON THE

TABLE AND AGAINST THE FENCE.

,_, W.ARNING.* Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other

constructioo _tivities contafes chemicals known to cause cance_ birth defects or other

reproductive harm. Some examples ot these chemicals are:

,lead from lead-based paints,

•crystallthes/ticafrombricksar_ctcementandothermasonryproductS, and

• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber (CCA).

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To

teduce _ur exposure to these chemicals: work m a well ventilated area, and work with approved

safeb/ equipment, such as those dust masks that are specialty designed to filter out microscopic

particles.

•Avoid prolon_ contact with dust from power _nding, 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 sfen may

promote absorption of harmful chemicals.

,& WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or di_urae dust. which may cause serious and

permanent respiratoG, or other injuo: Always use NfOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection

appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body.

For your convenien_ and safety_ the following warning labels are on your miter saw.

TORHQ_/N

.t_ WARNING.* FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE

OPERATING SAW.

WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PART&

ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION,

DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR USE IN DAMP LOCATIONS.

ON MOVING FENCES: _ A _s_rm_.l_ I

ALWAYS ADJUST FENCE I_ _w_m_ I

PROPERLY BEFORE USE. CLAMP I_ __E_E__*_r_E I

SMALL PIECES BEFORE CUTTING, _m_w___

SEE MANUAL. < _

Ot_ GUARD;

DANGER-KEEP AWAY FROM BLADE,

m_

PROPERLY SECURE BRACKET WITH BOTH SCREWS BEFORE USE. _

ON TABLE: (2 PLACES) _

_WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL

BEFORE OPERATING MITER SAW. KEEP HANDS OUT OF PATH OF

SAW BLADE, DO NOT OPERATE SAW WITHOUT GUARDS IN PLACE.

CHECK LOWER GUARD FOR PROPER CLOSING BEFORE EACH USE.

ALWAYS TIGHTEN ADJUSTMENT KNOBS BEFORE USE. DO NOT

PERFORM ANY OPERATION FREEHAND. NEVER REACH IN BACK

OF SAW BLADE. NEVER CROSS ARMS IN FRONT OF BLADE. TURN OFF TOOL

AND WAIT FOR SAW BLADE TO STOP BEFORE MOVING WORKPIECE, CHANGING

SETTINGS OR MOVING HANDS. DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE CHANGING BLADE

OR SERVICING. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, RETURN CARRIAGE TO THE FULL

REAR POSITION AFTER EACH CROSSCUT OPERATION. THINK! YOU CAN PREVENT

ACCIDENTS,

ON BASE: (2 PLACES)

Electrical Connection

Be cure your power supply agrees with the nameplate marking 120 volts AC means that your

saw will operate on a_temating current The sw_ch is suseptible to failure if direct current is

used. A voltage decrease of 10 percent or more will cause a loss of power and overheating. All

DEWALT tools are factory tested. If this tool does not operate, check the power supply.

Accessories

_WARNtNG.* 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.

Recomrr_nded acce_ries for use with your tool are available for purchase from your tocai

dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance in locating any ec_ssory for your

tool please contact DE'WALT _ndustrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore MD 21286,

can t*800-4-DEWALT (t -800.433-_58) or visit our webslte wv,_.dewalt.com,

OPTIONAL ACCES_RIES (FIG. 1)

The following accessories, designed for your saw, may _ helpful, in some cases, other locally

obtained work supports, length stops, clamps, etc., may be more appropriate= Use care in

selecting and using accessories

Laser Guide System: DW7187

Laser is available at extra cost from DEWALT Service Centers and your home improvement

retailer, Instructions for installation are included with the accessory, Read and follow all

directions for safe installation and use (not shown).

Extension, Work Support: DW7OSO

Used to support _ong overhanging workpieces, the work suppo_ is user assembled,Your

saw table is designed to accept two work supports; one on each side.

Adjustable Length Stop: DW7051

Requires the use of one work support (see drawing), It is used to make repetitive cuts of the

same length from 0 to 42" (107 cm).

Clamp; DW7082

Used fo_ firm@ clamping work.piece to the saw table for precision cutting.

Dust Bag: DWT0_ (Included with some models)

Equipped with a zipper for easy emptying, the dust bag will capture the majority of the

sawdust produced (not shown).

Crown Molding Fence: DW7084

Used for precision cutting of crown molding

Miter Saw LED Worklight System: DW87085

Lighting used for greater visibility and cutting a}ignment during operation. Easy to install

Kerr Plate Blank: DW7055

Used to limit back side tear out of materia_ or as a replacement kerr plate (not shown)

SAW BLADES: ALWAYS USE 12" (305 mm) SAW BLADES WiTH 1_ (25,4 mm) ARBOR

HOLES, SPEED RATING MUST BE AT LEAST 4800 RPM. Never use a smaller diameter

b_ade, It will not be guarded properly, Use crosscut blades on!y! Do not use blades designed

for ripping, combination b_ades or blades with hook angles in excess of 7.

BLADE DESCRIPTIONS

APPUCATION [DIAMETER

NOTE: For cutting non-ferrous metals, use only saw blades with

END

PLATE

DW7_0 KNOBS

DW7051

LOCK NUTS

DW7082

DW7084

DWS7085 DW7187 ......................... ,;

FIG 2

OPERATING HANDLE

GUARD MOTOR END CAP

LOCK DOWN

PIN MOTOR

HOUSING

BEVEL SCALE

BENCH

MOUNTING

HOLES

MITER

SCALE

MITER

OVERRIDE

LEVER

M!TER

OVERRIDE

LEVER

MITER

LOCK LEVER

BENCH MOUNTING

HOLES

TRIGGER

SWITCH

OPERATING

HAND_

CARRY

HAN[

DUSTSPOUT

45 BEVEL STOP

ADJUSTMENT

SCREW

BEVEL

KNOB

0:g45 '' BEVEL

OVERRIDE

LEVERS 0o

BEVEL STOP BEVEL STOP

A 33,85 _"PAWL ADJUSTMENT

SCREW

LOCK DOWN

PiN LEFT BIDE

FENCE

FENCE LOCK

KNOB

HAND

iNDENTATIONS

BLADE

WRENCH

FiG,

M_TER

SCALE

F_G 8

iG 9

FIG11

FG 3

PO_NTER

POINTER

ADJUSTMENT

SCREW

PROPER OUT

/

/

o

F_G5

F_G 7

FiG 10

FG 3B

M

Unpacking Your Saw

Check the conten_ el your r_er saw ca_on b mahe _re _at you have _b_ed aI! p_ _n

a_ion b _ia in_c_©n m_n_ the carton sho_id contain:

*One No. D_ZZf5 mRe__w

-One D_WALT t2 _/305 ram} @a,_w b_a_

*ORe b_ade wrench in wrench pocket show_ in Fv#ure 2.

* One DW7053 dustbag (_me mcde_q.

Specifications

CAPACITY OF CUT

_O' rnder _ and r_jht

48 beret _ett._ bev_ right

mfle_

M_ Hs_gt'4 &5" (89 ram) Resul_W_dth &5 _ (t65 ram)

M_ Widlh 77 _(196 ram) Re_lt Has, hi 2,6" (68 ram)

45 miter

Max. He_tt 3£: (89 ram) Result Width 4.7 _ (1_ ram}

M_, VV_d_h55" (140 ram] Resu]l }@ig_ 26 _(66 rr_q)

45 bevel _ Le_

Max Heght 23" (58 ram) Rese]_Wk_th &T (170 ram}

M_. Widlh 77 _(196 ram) Reas]t He_fl 17 _(43 ram)

DRIVE

t_ Veil Mete_

1600 Wa_s (max in) t 5 Amp Moto_

4000 RPM Cut Hel_sa_G_rs

Ro_er Beadnga Car_de Binds

Autorr_tic Eiedtric Brahe

Familiarization

_ m_ _w _ tally a_s_mb_ _n the _rton. Open the b_ and tot the _w o_ by the

canven_nt sampling hendte, as ahow_ n Figure 1A Pace _e saw, on a ernoeth fI_ _rface such

as a work_eash _ st_.)ng tab_e_

Kxamne Fgu_e 2 to _en_e familiar w_h lhe _w and _ts various parts. The ascbos on

adIustmeqia w/_l refer to these terms and you must k_c#_ what a_d where _he paris are.

,_*_,CAUTION: Pir,ch Hazard: To reduce the _?_kof _nJu_ keep the:rib ued_msalh the t_ndte

_zt_n p_#ng the _n, de down The lewer g_rd w#t move up as the t_aec@ ts pdt_ __m _lch

could _uae #_r_ch#_, The hae@e is p_ dose to tl_ _&rd for spe_a_ cuJs,

Pr_ down !igt_ on the c_ral ng handle and p._ll _t the _ down pim _ s_wn inF_gure 2

Gemtly rel_e the downward prer_:,s_fe and hold the arm attowmg it to r_ te _ ful_he, hi, U_ lhe

l:Pk d_ws pin when oarry_n_ _hesaw #am t_a pt_e to arK)_nd A_v¢_e _ the car_ing handle

to trans_ tl_e_w or the hand indentures heown n Figure 2 and 4

Bench Mounting

Hot_ are provided n a_i tour test to _ac_litate _nch _u_ing as shown _ F_gure 2. (T,eo

d_fre.retl sized holes are Fasided te aas_'amodats @#eredt s/z_ of s_'ev_ U_ either hob,

is net neee_fy to u_ b_h._ A_waye _unt your _w hrm_y to a stabs suffa_ to preset

movement. To enhan_ _he tests pedab_l@, _t _n _ mr_Jnled lo a pfercs d1/2_ (12.7 ram} or

th cket p_ywocd v4ach can then _ clam_d to your w_orka_p_d or moved 1o other )ob sites

and reclamped

NOTE; ff you _ect te mount your _w to a piese of p_ywc_ad rr,ahe sure that ft_e rnount_sg

_rews don't protrude from the I>aitom o_ _he wc_. The piy_ed must sff flush on the wo_k

asp_rt When cla_ng the sew to any werk su fface_ ciamp on_/cn the clamping bo_s where

_he m©ufihng _r_ holes are _t_ C_arr#mg at any oth_ po_ wil_sute_/interfere with the

proper e_at on of the saw,

/&CAUTION: To preeetJt bird_n 9arid _ha_ur_'_y, be sate the mour}_r_ _urfa_ _snet warped or

otherwise anever_, tf _hesaw roc_s _the aa_aas fdaee athin p_ece of matertat ur_det one _w

footard# the saw sits. l_rmB¢_ tDe n_oeatir}9 surface,

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

_anging or Installing a New Saw Blade (Fig, 3)

_WARNING: To red,ace the risk of serious personel injury, turn off the tool a_d dieconeect

it from the power so_tr_e before attempting to move it, ¢-h_nge accessories or make any

adjustments accept as written in laser a_t_uelmetit thatt_a_tlons;

_CAUTION:

* tqe_ depress the sfxr_te lock betton _tte the bt_e _s urger _'zer or coast,'ng,

,_ r_et ¢_d!ferrous m_al (e{:_taming _f_ or steel) or rr_}#/or fiber tenant ix_ect

with tk_s miter_e_.

Re_ving the Blade

1, u_p_ug t_ _w,

2. Rai_ the arm _ _e u_er p_n and _i_ the lower guard (A) ae _r as pe_ib_

3. Les:_n_ but de not remove gu_d braskdt screw (B) Wit the bracket can be rated far

eeeugh to aceeas the blerJe _rew: Lo_r g_rd will tomato ra_d due to the _sltion dthe

g_d br_het screw,

4 Depre_ the _ihd_ I_K button (C} wh@ carefully rotabng the _w b_e_ _ hasd ant#

the lock engages

5. Keepir_ the button depre_ u_ the o_het ha_ and the wrer_sh prasid_ (D) to Ioo_n

the biade screw. (Turn CIOC'K,_ lettered threa_.l

6 Remove tbe blade screw (E} Outerb_de c_amp (F) and _de (G} The i _(2&4 rnm) blade

adapter (H}, i_ u_ and the _nner t4ade elarr_ (0 may _ left oe lhe sp_ndte

NOTE: For ['_adee with a b_ele hole ot _8" (t5.88 ram) the 1_ (25.4 ram) bla_ adapter _s

ndt u_d.

Installing a Blade

1. u_p_ug t_ _w,

2. W_th the arm _i_d_ t_ lower gea_ _d o_s and _e gua_ b_c_, p_ the b_e on

the sp_ndb onto the L_ade adapter [f using a b}ade with a I_ (25,4 ram} d_me_er blade

ho_e} and against the innerblade stamp with the teeth at the bottom ot the blade poi_ ng

t_,_ard the back dthe saw

g, Ae_m_e hhe ouler _ade clamp a_t_o_he spind_

4 _nata Ithe b_a_ _rew and, e_aging the sp_nd_e lock tighIen the _crew efm_y with w_eash

prov _d. (Turn counterc©cKwiee, ett hasd _rea_)

NOTE: When asfng b_dee w_th a 5t8 _ (15.88 ram) d}ameter b4ade hob the blade adapts will

nc_ be a_d and should _ slated n a _te p_ tar future U_

5. Return the gua_ brusher to Its ordinal posit_oe and firmly tighten the guard brusher screw

tOho_ bracket in F4ac&

WARNING:

._e guard bracket must _returned to its original position and

the screw tightened before activating the saw,

.Failure to do so may allow _e guard to contact the spinning

saw Made resulting in darnage to the saw and severe personal

injury.

Transporting the Saw

_WARNING: To reduce the rt_k of serious personal tnJury_ turn ott the toOl and disconnect

#from the power source before attempting to me_ It, change a_cesseHes or make any

adj_Jstmente aecept as written in laser adjustment thst_ttenso

_ WARN_WG_ To red_ce the risk of _eflous petsonat injury. ALWAYS lock the miter lock

_ndle, b_vel lock handle, down lock pin and fence adjusttr_nt knob be*ore transporting

saw.

tn Ord_r lo eanven@dtty carry _e refer _w trer'n p_ace to _i_lace a carty_ handte hen

been included on _ _op _ the _w arm and hand indentat_ne ia the base as heown in

Figures 2 and 4_

ADJUSTMENTS

_4RNit_3: TO reduce the Hek of serious persoeal injury, turn off the tool and dleeonr_t

it tram the power source bL_ore attempting to move it, aheege accessories or m_d_eany

adj#stments accept as written in loser adjustment tostnletions,

NOTE: Your miter_w is iu#y and aasuratety ediasled at t_ factory at the tt_ et manufac_uas

_t readjustment due to shippir@ and handling or any ether reason _s requi_ed lo_bw the steps

betc_¢_to adiusl your _w

Once trade the_ adjustments should _e_in aasutste. Take a _tle time now to folla_w these

direstioas _reto _y to tr_inta _t the ASASrac/dt which your _W S sapabk_

FIG. 12

FIG. 13 FIG. 14

ANGLE,,A_

FIG. Vl FIG. V2

KERF

PLATE

MITER

CENTER MARK ON VERNIER SCALE

ALIGNS WITH DESIRED WHOLE

ANGLE ON MITER SCALE

(24° RIGHT MITER)

1/4° VERNIER MARK ALIGNS WITH

CLOSEST WHOLE DEGREE

MARK ON MITER SCALE

(24-1/4 ° RIGHT MITER)

FIG. 15 FIG. 16

FIG. 17

FIG. 18

FENCE

TABLE

CROWN MOLDING FLAT ON TABLE AND

AGAINST FENCE

FIG. 18A

BOTTOM SIDE

OF MOLDING DW7084 CROWN

MOLDING FENCE

TABLE

CROWN MOLDING BETWEEN FENCE AND TABLE

MITER SCALE ADJUSTMENT (FIG. 5)

Place a square against the saw's fence and blade. (Do not touch the tips of the blade teeth with

the square. To do so will cause an inaccurate measurement.) Unlock miter lock lever (J) and

swing the miter arm until the miter latch locks it at the 0 miter position. Do not lock miter lock

lever (J). If the saw blade is not exactly perpendicular to the fence, loosen the three screws that

hold the miter scale to the base and move the scale left or right until the blade is perpendicular

to the fence, as measured with the square. Retighten the three screws. Pay no attention to the

reading of the miter pointer at this time.

MITER POINTER ADJUSTMENT (FIG. 5, 6)

To unlock, lift the miter lock lever (J) up and squeeze the miter latch (K) to move the miter arm

to the zero position. With the miter lock lever unlocked allow the miter latch to snap into place

as you rotate the miter arm to zero. Observe the pointer and miter scale through the viewing

opening shown in Figure 6. If the pointer does not indicate exactly zero, loosen the screw

holding the pointer in place, reposition the pointer and tighten the screw.

BEVEL SQUARE TO TABLE (FIG. 2, 7, 8)

To align the blade square to the rotary table, lock the arm in the down position. Place a square

against the blade taking care to not have the square on top of a tooth. Loosen the bevel lock

knob (L) and ensure the arm is firmly against the 0° bevel stop. Move the 0° bevel stop adjusting

screw (O) as necessary so that the blade is at 0° bevel to the table. Ensure the bevel override

levers (N) are pushed inward to obtain an accurate adjustment.

BEVEL POINTER (FIG. 7)

If the bevel pointer (M) does not indicate zero, loosen the screw that holds it in place and move

the pointer as necessary. Do not remove the steel plate in front of the bevel pointer. This plate

prevents wood resin from accumulating on the bevel scale during use.

ADJUSTING THE BEVEL STOP TO 45°LEFT (FIG. 8)

NOTE: Adjust the 45° bevel angle only after performing the 0° bevel angle and pointer

adjustment. Ensure the 45° bevel override levers (N) are pushed inward to obtain an accurate

adjustment.

To adjust the left 45° bevel stop, first loosen the bevel lock knob (L) and tilt the head to the

left. If the pointer does not indicate exactly 45% turn the left bevel stop screw until the pointer

reads 45°.

ADJUSTING THE BEVEL STOP TO 33.85 ° (FIG. 8)

NOTE: Adjust the 33.85 ° bevel angle only after performing the 0° bevel angle and pointer

adjustment.

To set the 33.85 ° bevel angle, flip out the stop pawl (P). Loosen the bevel lock knob (L) and tilt

the head to the left. If the pointer does not indicate exactly 33.85% turn the screw contacting the

pawl until the pointer reads 33.85 °.

FENCE ADJUSTMENT (FIG. 8)

_WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn off the tool and

disconnect it from the power source before attempting to move it, change accessories

or make any adjustments accept as written in laser adjustment instructions.

In order that the saw can bevel to a full 48° left or right, the fences can be adjusted to provide

clearance. To adjust a fence, loosen the plastic knob (R), and slide the fence outward. Make a

dry run with the saw turned off and check for clearance. 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. Tighten knob securely. When the bevel operations are complete, don't forget

to relocate the fence.

NOTE: The guide groove of the fences can become clogged with sawdust. If you notice that it is

becoming clogged, use a stick or low pressure air to clear the guide groove.

AUTOMATIC ELECTRIC BRAKE

Your saw is equipped with an automatic electric blade brake which stops the saw blade within

5 seconds of trigger release. This is not adjustable.

On occasion, there may be a delay after trigger release to brake engagement. On rare

occasions, the brake may not engage at all and the blade will coast to a stop.

If a delay or "skipping" occurs, turn the saw on and off 4 or 5 times. If the condition persists, have

the tool serviced by an authorized DEWALT service center.

Always be sure the blade has stopped before removing it from the kerf. The brake is not a

substitute for guards or for ensuring your own safety by giving the saw your complete attention.

GUARD ACTUATION AND VISIBILITY

ACAUTION: Pinch Hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, keep thumb underneath the handle

when pulling the handle down. The lower guard will move up as the handle is pulled down which

could cause pinching.

The blade guard on your saw has been designed to automatically raise when the arm is brought

down and to lower over the blade when the arm is raised.

The guard can be raised by hand when installing or removing saw blades orfor inspection of the

saw. NEVER RAISE THE BLADE GUARD MANUALLY UNLESS THE SAW IS TURNED OFR

NOTE: Certain special cuts of large material will require that you manually raise the guard.

The front section of the guard is Iouvered for visibility while cutting. Although the louvers

dramatically reduce flying debris, they are openings in the guard and safety glasses should

be worn at all times when viewing through the louvers. Refer to Cutting Large Material under

Special Cuts.

MITER LOCK ADJUSTMENT (FIG. 10)

The miter lock rod should be adjusted if the table of the saw can be moved when the miter

lock handle is locked down. To adjust, put the miter lock handle in the up position. Using a

slotted screwdriver, adjust the lock rod in 1/8 clockwise turn increments to increase the lock

force.To ensure the miter lock is functioning properly, re-lock miter lock handle to a non-detent

miter angle.

Brushes

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn off the tool and disconnect

it from the power source before attempting to move it, change accessories or make any

adjustments accept as written in laser adjustment instructions.

Inspect carbon brushes regularly by unplugging tool, removing the motor end cap (Fig. 2), lift

the brush spring and withdraw the brush assembly. Keep brushes clean and sliding freely in

their guides. Always replace a used brush in the same orientation in the holder as it was prior

to its removal. Carbon brushes have varying symbols stamped into their sides, and if the brush

is worn down to approximately 1/2" (12.7 mm), the spring will no longer exert pressure and they

must be replaced. Use only identical DEWALT brushes. Use of the correct grade of brush is

essential for proper operation of electric brake. New brush assemblies are available at DEWALT

service centers. The tool should be allowed to "run in" (run at no load) for 10 minutes before

use to seat new brushes. The electric brake may be erratic in operation until the brushes are

properly seated (worn in). Always replace the brush inspection cap after inspection or servicing

the brushes.

While "running in" DO NOT TIE, TAPE, OR OTHERWISE LOCK THE TRIGGER SWITCH ON.

HOLD BY HAND ONLY.

Controls

Your compound miter saw has several main controls, which will be discussed briefly here. For

more information on these controls, see the respective sections later in the manual.

MITER CONTROL (FIG. 5, 9)

The miter lock/adjustment lever and trigger allows you to miter your saw 50° left and right. To

miter the saw, unlock miter lock lever (J) by pulling upward, squeeze the detent trigger (K) and

set the miter angle desired on the miter scale. Lock miter lock handle by pressing downward.

Override the detent trigger by rotating knob (Fig. 9, V).

TRIGGER SWITCH (FIG. 2)

The trigger switch turns your saw on and off. A hole is provided in the trigger for insertion of a

padlock to secure the saw.

BEVEL LOCK (FIG. 7, 8)

The bevel lock knob (L) allows you to bevel the saw 48° left or right. To loosen the handle and

adjust the bevel setting, turn the handle counterclockwise, the saw head bevels easily to the

left. To tighten, turn the handle clockwise. Bevel degree markings are on the bottom front of the

saw arm (Fig. 7, M).

0°/45 °BEVEL STOP OVERRIDES (FIG. 8)

The bevel stop overrides (N) are held secure with their attachment screw to prevent inadvertent

movement. Use the bit on the blade wrench to loosen the attachment screw. This allows the

slides, to be pulled outward and the saw head to pivot past the 0°/45 ° mark. Be sure to retighten

the attachment screw when finished.

33.85 °BEVEL STOPS (FIG. 8)

The pawl (P) is used to stop the saw head bevel setting at 33.85 °. This setting is used primarily

for cutting crown moldings laid flat on the table.

HEAD DOWNLOCK PIN (FIG. 8)

To lock the saw head in the down position, push the head down, push the pin (U) 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.

OPERATION

_WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn off the tool and discon-

nect it from the power source before attempting to move it, change accessories or make

any adjustments accept as written in laser adjustment instructions.

_WARNING: Always use eye protection. All users and bystanders must wear eye protection

that conforms to ANSI Z87.1 (CAN/CSA Z94.3).

Plug the saw into any household 60 Hz power source. Refer to the nameplate for voltage. Be

sure the cord will not interfere with your work.

SWITCH

To turn the saw on, depress the trigger switch. To turn the tool off, release the switch. Allow the

blade to spin up to full operating rpm before making the cut. Release the trigger switch and allow

the brake to stop the blade before raising the saw head. There is no provision for locking the

switch on, but a hole is provided in the trigger for insertion of a padlock to lock the saw off.

CUTTING WITH YOUR SAW

NOTE: Although this saw will cut wood and many non-ferrous materials, we will limit our

discussion to the cutting of wood only. The same guidelines apply to the other materials. DO

NOT CUT FERROUS (IRON AND STEEL) MATERIALS OR MASONRY WITH THIS SAW. Do

not use any abrasive blades.

CROSSCUTS

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. A crosscut is made by cutting wood across the

grain at any angle. A straight crosscut is made with the miter arm at the zero degree position.

Set the miter arm at zero, hold the wood on the table and firmly against the fence. Turn on the

saw by squeezing the trigger.

CAUTION: Always use a work clamp to maintain control and reduce the risk of workpiece

damage and personal injury.

When the saw comes up to speed (about 1 second) lower the arm smoothly and slowly to cut

through the wood. Let the blade come to a full stop before raising arm.

Miter crosscuts are made with the miter arm at some angle other than zero. This angle is often

45° for making corners, but can be set anywhere from zero to 50° left or right. After selecting the

desired miter angle, be sure to lock miter lock lever. Make the cut as described above.

To cut through an existing pencil line on a piece of wood, match the angle as close as possible.

Cut the wood a little too long and measure from the pencil line to the cut edge to determine

which direction to adjust the miter angle and recut. This will take some practice, but it is a

commonly used technique.

BEVEL CUTS

A bevel cut is a crosscut made with the saw blade at a bevel to the wood. In order to set the

bevel, loosen the bevel clamp knob and move the saw to the left as desired. (It is necessary

to move the fence to allow clearance). Once the desired bevel angle has been set, tighten the

bevel clamp knob firmly.

Bevel angles can be set from 48 ° right to 48 ° left and can be cut with the miter arm set between

zero and 50 ° right or left. At some extreme angles, the right or left side fence might have to be

removed. To remove the left or right fence, unscrew the knobs several turns and slide the fence

out.

QUALITY OF CUT

The smoothness of any cut depends on a number of variables. Things like material being cut,

blade type, blade sharpness and rate of cut all contribute to the quality of the 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.

Ensure that material does not 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.

For varied cutting applications, refer to the list of recommended saw blades for your saw and

select the one that best fits your needs. Refer to Saw Blades under Optional Accessories.

BODY AND HAND POSITION (FIG. 11)

Proper positioning of your body and hands when operating the miter saw will make cutting

easier, more accurate and safer. Never place hands near cutting area. Place hands no closer

than 6" (152 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 11A.

Keep both feet firmly on the floor and maintain proper balance. As you move the miter 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.

CLAMPING THE WORKPIECE

AWARNING: Toreduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn off the tool and disconnect

it from the power source before attempting to move it, change accessories or make any

adjustments accept as written in laser adjustment instructions.

AWARNING: 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 workpiece

damage and personal injury.

If you cannot secure the workpiece on the table and against the fence by hand, (irregular shape,

etc.) or your hand would be less than 6" (152 mm) from the blade, a clamp or other fixture must

be used.

For best results use the DW7082 clamp made for use with your saw. It is available for purchase

at your local retailer or DEWALT service center.

Other aids such as spring clamps, bar clamps or C-clamps may be appropriate for certain sizes

and shapes of material. Use care in selecting and placing these clamps. Take time to make a dry

run before making the cut. The left or right fence will slide from side to side to aid in clamping.

TO INSTALL CLAMP (SOLD SEPARATELY)

1. Insert it into the hole behind the fence. The clamp should be facing toward the back of the

miter 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 miter saw. If the groove is visible, the clamp will

not be secure.

2. Rotate the clamp 180 ° toward the front of the miter 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.

i_,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.

i_ 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.

SUPPORT FOR LONG PIECES

AWARNING: Toreduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn off the tool and disconnect

it from the power source before attempting to move it, change accessories or make any

adjustments accept as written in laser adjustment instructions.

ALWAYS SUPPORT LONG PIECES.

Never use another person as a substitute for a table extension; as additional support for a

workpiece that is longer or wider than the basic miter saw table or to help feed, support or pull

the workpiece.

For best results, use the DW7080 extension work support to extend the table width of your saw.

Available from your dealer at extra cost.

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

To best understand how to make the items listed here, we suggest that you try a few simple

projects using scrap wood until you develop a "FEEl" for your saw.

Your saw is the perfect tool for mitering corners like the one shown in Figure 13. Sketch A in

Figure 12 shows a joint made by using the bevel adjustment to bevel the edges of the two boards

FIG. 19

FENCE RIGHT

BLADE

FIG. 19A

FENCE

FIG. 20

RIGHT

FIG. 20A

WRONG

at 45 ° each to produce a 90 ° corner. For this joint the miter arm was locked in the zero position

and the bevel adjustment was locked at 45 °. The wood was positioned with the broad flat side

against the table and the narrow edge against the fence. The cut could also be made by mitering

right and left with the broad surface against the fence.

CUTTING TRIM MOLDING AND OTHER FRAMES

Sketch B in Figure 12 shows a joint made by setting the miter arm at 45 ° to miter the two boards

to form a 90° corner. To make this type of joint, set the bevel adjustment to zero and the miter

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 12 are for four side objects only.

As the number of sides changes, so do the miter and bevel angles. The chart below gives the

proper angles for a variety of shapes.

- EXAMPLES -

NO. SIDES ANGLE MITER OR BEVEL

4 45 °

5 36 °

6 30 °

7 25.7 °

8 22.5 °

9 20 °

10 18°

(The chart assumes that all sides are of equal length.) For a shape that is not shown in the chart,

use the following formula. 180 ° divided by the number of sides equals the miter (if the material

is cut vertically) or bevel angle (if the material is cut laying flat).

CUTTING COMPOUND MITERS

A compound miter is a cut made using a miter 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 14.

NOTE: If the cutting angle varies from cut to cut, check that the bevel clamp knob and the miter

lock knob are securely tightened. These knobs must be tightened after making any changes in

bevel or miter.

The chart (Table 1) will assist you in selecting the proper bevel and miter settings for common

compound miter cuts. To use the chart, select the desired angle "A" (Figure 14) 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 miter angle.

Set your saw to the prescribed angles and make a few trial cuts. Practice fitting the cut pieces

together until you develop a feel for this procedure and feel comfortable with it.

Example: To make a four-sided box with 26 ° exterior angles (Angle A, Figure 14), use the upper

right arc. Find 26° on the arc scale. Follow the horizontal intersecting line to either side to get

miter 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 settings on saw.

VERNIER SCALE

Your saw is equipped with a vernier scale for added precision. The vernier scale allows you to

accurately set miter angles to the nearest 1/4°.To use the vernier scale follow the steps listed

below.

(As an example, let's assume that the angle you want to miter is 24-1/4 ° right).

1. Turn off miter saw.

2. Set the miter angle to the nearest whole degree desired by aligning the center mark in the

vernier scale, shown in Figure V1, with the whole degree number etched in the miter scale.

Examine Figure V2 closely; the setting shown is 24° right miter.

3. To set the additional 1/4°, squeeze the miter arm lock and carefully move the arm to the

RIGHT until the 1/4° vernier mark aligns with the CLOSEST degree mark on the miter scale.

Inourexample,theclosestdegreemarkonthemiterscalehappenstobe25°.FigureV2

showsasettingof24-1/4°rightmiter.

Forsettingsthatrequirepartialdegrees(1/4,1/2,3/4°) alignthedesiredverniermarkwiththe

CLOSESTdegreemarkonthemiterscale,asdescribedbelow(Theplasticvernierplateis

inscribedwithmarksfor1/4,1/2,3/4and1°.Onlythe1/2°andthe1°arenumericallylabeled.)

WHENMITERINGTOTHERIGHT

To increase the miter angle when mitering to the right, move the arm to align the appropriate

vernier mark with the closest mark on the miter scale to the right. To decrease the miter angle

when mitering to the right, move the arm to align the appropriate vernier mark with the closest

mark on the miter scale to the left.

WHEN MITERING TO THE LEFT

To increase the miter angle when mitering to the left, move the arm to align the appropriate

vernier mark with the closest mark on the miter scale to the left. To decrease the miter angle

when mitering to the left, move the arm to align the appropriate vernier mark with the closest

mark on the miter scale to the right.

CUTTING BASE MOLDING

ALWAYS MAKE A DRY RUN WITHOUT POWER BEFORE MAKING ANY CUTS.

Straight 90° cuts:

Position the wood against the fence and hold it in place as shown in Figure 15. Turn on the

saw, allow the blade to reach full speed and lower the arm smoothly through the cut.

CUTTING BASE MOLDING UP TO 1" (25.4 mm) THICK BY UP TO 3-5/8" (91 mm) WIDE

VERTICALLY AGAINST THE FENCE

• Position molding as shown in Figure 15

• All cuts made with the back of the molding against the fence and bottom of the molding

against the base.

INSIDE CORNER:

Left side

1. Miter left 45°

2. Save left side of cut

Right side

1. Miter Right 45 °

2. Save right side of cut

OUTSIDE CORNER:

Left side

1. Miter right at 45 °

2. Save left side of cut

Right side

1. Miter left at 45°

2. Save right side of cut

Material up to 3-5/8" (91 mm) can be cut as described above. For boards [up to 6-3/4" (173 mm)]

several minor concessions must be made:

When cutting a board between 3-5/8" (91 mm) and 6-3/4" (173 mm), the roller on the tip of the

guard will hang up on the workpiece. If this occurs, simply place your right thumb on the upper

side of the guard and roll the guard up just enough to clear the workpiece, as shown in Figure

16. Once you have cleared the workpiece, you can release the guard and it will continue to open

as the cut progresses.

When mitering to the right side of a base molding 3-5/8" (91 mm) standing vertically against the

fence as in Figure 15, the saw can only cut through the board up to 1" (25.4 mm) from the end

of the board. Trying to cut more than an inch will cause the saw's gear case to interfere with the

workpiece. If you want to cut base molding between 3-5/8" (91 mm) and 6-3/4" (173 mm) verti-

cally follow the directions on this page.

CUTTING BASE MOLDING UPTO 1" (25.4 mm)THICK BY 3-5/8"- 6-3/4" (91 X173 mm)

WIDE 1" (25.4 mm)VERTICALLY AGAINST THE FENCE

• Position molding as shown in Figure 15

• All cuts made with the back of the molding against the fence

INSIDE CORNER: OUTSIDE CORNER:

Left side Left side *

1. Position molding with bottom of molding

against the base of the saw

2. Miter left 45 °

3. Save left side of cut

1. Position molding with bottom of

molding against the base of the saw

2. Miter right 45 °

3. Save left side of cut

Right side

1. Position molding with top of the

resting on the base of the saw

2. Miter left 45 °

molding

Right side

1. Position molding with bottom of the

molding against the base of the saw

2. Miter left 45 °

3. Save left side of cut 3. Save the right side of cut

* NOTE: If the cut must be made somewhere other than 1" from the end of the molding:

cut off the molding at 90° approx. 1" (25.4 mm) longer than your final length then make

the miter cut as described above.

CUTTING BASE MOLDING UPTO 1.8" (45 mm)THICK BY UPTO 7-11/16" (195.6 mm)

WIDE LAYING FLAT AND USING THE BEVEL FEATURE

• All cuts made with the saw set at 45° bevel and 0 miter

• All cuts made with back of molding laying flat on the saw as shown in Figure 17.

INSIDE CORNER:

Left side

1. Position molding with top of molding

against the fence

2. Save left side of cut

Right side

1. Position molding with bottom of the

molding against the fence

2. Save left side of cut

CUTTING CROWN MOLDING

OUTSIDE CORNER:

Left side

1. Position molding with bottom of the

molding against the fence

2. Save right side of cut

Right side

1. Position molding with top of molding

against the fence

2. Save right side of cut

Your miter saw is better suited to the task of cutting crown molding than any tool made. In

order to fit properly, crown molding must be compound mitered with extreme accuracy.

The two flat surfaces on a given piece of crown molding are at angles that, when added together,

equal exactly 90 °. Most, but not all, crown molding has a top rear angle (the section that fits

flat against the ceiling) of 52° and a bottom rear angle (the part that fits flat against the wall)

of 38°.

Your miter saw has special pre-set miter latch points at 31.62 ° left and right for cutting crown

molding at the proper angle and bevel stop pawl at 33.85 ° left. There is also a mark on the bevel

scale at 33.85 °.

The Bevel Setting/Type of cut chart gives the proper settings for cutting crown molding. (The

numbers for the miter and bevel settings are very precise and are not easy to accurately set

on your saw.) Since most rooms do not have angles of precisely 90 °, you will have to fine tune

your settings anyway.

PRETESTING WITH SCRAP MATERIAL IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT!

INSTRUCTIONS FOR CUTTING CROWN MOLDING LAYING FLAT AND USING THE COM-

POUND FEATURES

1. Molding laying with broad back surface down flat on saw table (Fig. 18).

2. The settings below are for All Standard (U.S.) crown molding with 52° and 38 ° angles.

BEVEL SETTING

33.85 °

33.85 °

33.85 °

33.85 °

TYPE OF CUT

LEFT SIDE, INSIDE CORNER:

1. Top of molding against fence

2. Miter table set right 31.62 °

3. Save left end of cut

RIGHT SIDE, INSIDE CORNER:

1. Bottom of molding against fence

2. Miter table set left 31.62 °

3. Save left end of cut

LEFT SIDE, OUTSIDE CORNER:

1. Bottom of molding against fence

2. Miter table set left 31.62 °

3. Save right end of cut

RIGHT SIDE, OUTSIDE CORNER:

1. Top of molding against fence

2. Miter table set right 31.62 °

3. Save right end of cut

PRETESTING WITH SCRAP MATERIAL IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT!

ALTERNATIVE METHOD FOR CUTTING CROWN MOLDING

Place the molding on the table at an angle between the fence and the saw table, as shown

in Figure 18A. Use of the crown molding fence accessory (DW7084) is highly recommended

because of its degree of accuracy and convenience. The crown molding fence accessory is

available for purchase from your local dealer.

The advantage to cutting crown molding using this method is that no bevel cut is required.

Minute changes in the miter angle can be made without affecting the bevel angle. This way,

when corners other than 90° are encountered, the saw can be quickly and easily adjusted for

them. Use the crown molding fence accessory to maintain the angle at which the molding will

be on the wall.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR CUTTING CROWN MOLDING ANGLED BETWEEN THE FENCE

AND BASE OF THE SAW FOR ALL CUTS:

1. Angle the molding so the bottom of the molding (part which goes against the wall when

installed) is against the fence and the top of the molding is resting on the base of the saw,

as shown in Figure 18A.

2. The angled '_flats" on the back of the molding must rest squarely on the fence and base of

the saw.

INSIDE CORNER:

Left side

1. Miter right at 45 °

2. Save right side of cut

Right side

1. Miter left at 45°

2. Save left side of cut

OUTSIDE CORNER:

Left side

1. Miter left at 45°

2. Save right side of cut

Right side

1. Miter right at 45 °

2. Save left side of cut

Special Cuts

NEVER MAKE ANY CUT UNLESS THE MATERIAL IS SECURED ON THE TABLE AND

AGAINST THE FENCE.

ALUMINUM CUTTING

ALWAYS USE THE APPROPRIATE SAW BLADE MADE ESPECIALLY FOR CUTTING

ALUMINUM. These are available at your local DEWALT retailer or DEWALT service center.

Certain workpieces, due to their size, shape or surface finish, 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 19. Figure 19A 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 before cutting. Never apply stick wax to a moving blade.

The wax, available at most hardware stores and industrial mill supply houses, provides proper

lubrication and keeps chips from adhering to the blade.

Be sure to properly secure workpiece.

Refer to Saw Blades under OptionalAccessories for correct saw blade.

BOWED MATERIAL

When cutting bowed material always position it as shown in Figure 20 and never like that

shown in Figure 20A. Positioning the material incorrectly will cause it to pinch the blade near

the completion of the cut.

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

Occasionally you will encounter a piece of wood a little too large to fit beneath the blade guard.

If this occurs, simply place your right thumb on the upper side of the guard and roll the guard

up just enough to clear the workpiece, as shown in Figure 16. 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.

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.

1. All bearings are sealed. They are lubricated for life and need no further maintenance.

2. Periodically clean all dust and wood chips from around AND UNDER the base and the

rotary table. Even though slots are provided to allow debris to pass through, some dust will

accumulate.

3. The brushes are designed to give you several years of use. To replace the brushes refer to

Brushes or return the tool to the nearest service center for repair. A list of service center

locations is packed with your tool.

Service Information

Please have the following information available for all service calls:

Model Number Serial Number

Date and Place of Purchase

Repairs

To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment should be

performed by a DEWALT factory service center, a DEWALT authorized service center or other

qualified service personnel. Always use identical replacement parts.

Three Year Limited Warranty

DEWALT will repair, without charge, any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship for

three years from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover part failure due to normal

wear or tool abuse. For further detail of warranty coverage and warranty repair information, visit

www.dewalt.com or call 1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258). This warranty does not apply to

accessories or damage caused where repairs have been made or attempted by others. This

warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary in certain

states or provinces.In addition to the warranty, DEWALT tools are covered by our:

1 YEAR FREE SERVICE

DEWALT will maintain the tool and replace worn parts caused by normal use, for free, any time

during the first year after purchase.

90 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of your DEWALT Power Tool, Laser, or

Nailer for any reason, you can return it within 90 days from the date of purchase with a receipt

for a full refund - no questions asked.

LATIN AMERICA: This warranty does not apply to products sold in Latin America. For products

sold in Latin America, see country specific warranty information contained either in the

packaging, call the local company or see website for warranty information.

FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are

missing, call 1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258) for a free replacement.

DEBiDAMENTE COl_ AMSOS

TORNiLLO$ A N_'ES OE PONE_ EN

MAFtCHA LA HER_AMIENTA,

Patent Notification

Manufactured under one or more of the following U.S.

patents:

6,431,040 5,375,495

6,427,570 5,285,708

5,819,619 5,199,343

D346,173

Other patents pending.

When setting bevel and miter angles for all compound miters, remember that:

The angles presented for crown moldings are very precise and difficult to set exactly.

Since they can easily shift slightly and very few rooms have exactly square corners, all

settings should be tested on scrap molding.

TROUBLE!

Saw will not start

Saw makes

unsatisfactory cuts

Blade does not come

up to speed

Machine vibrates

excessively

Does not make accurate

miter cuts

Material pinches blade

Troubleshooting Guide

BE SURE TO FOLLOW SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS

WHAT'S WRONG? WHAT TO DO

1: Saw not plugged in 1! Plug in saw.

2. Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped 2. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.

&cord damaged 31 Have Cord replaCed by authorized service centerl

4. Brushes worn out 4. Have brushes replaced by authorized service center or replace them yourself. Refer to Brushes.

1: Dull blade ll Replace blade. Refer to Changing or lnstalling a New Saw Blade.

2. Blade mounted backwards 2. Turn blade around. Refer to Changing or Installing a New Saw Blade.

31Gum or pitch on blade 31 Remove blade and Clean with turpentine and coarse steel wool or household oven cleaner.

4. Incorrect blade for work being done 4. Change the blade type. Refer to Saw Blades.

1:Extension cord too light ortoo long 11Replace with adequate size c0rd, Refer to Use Proper Extension Cord underlmportant Safety

Instructions.

2. Low house current 2. Contact your electric company.

1; SaW not mounted securely to stand 1: Tighten al! mounting hardware. Refer to Bench Mounting,

or work bench

2. Stand or bench on uneven floor 2. Reposition on flat level surface. Refer to Familiarization.

3. Damaged saw blade 3. Replace blade. Refer to Changing or Installing a New Saw Blade.

1. Miter scale not adjusted correctly 1. Check and adjust. Refer to Miter Scale Adjustment under Adjustments.

2. Blade is not square to fence 2. cheCk and adjust. Refer to Miter scale Adjustment under Adjustments.

3. Blade is not perpendicular to table 3. Check and adjust fence. Refer to Bevel Square to Table Adjustment under Adjustments.

4. workpiece moving ...... 4. clamp w0rkpiece securely to fence or glue 120 grit sandpaper to fence with rubber cement.

1. Cutting bowed material 1. Refer to Bowed Material under Special Cuts.

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