Instruction manual
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POSITION BISCUIT CLOSER
TO INSIDE EDGE TO INCREASE DIMENSION “A”
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25 mm (1") OR GREATER
STOCK THICKNESS
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5 mm (3/16") MINIMUM 5 mm (3/16") MINIMUM
5 mm (3/16") MINIMUM
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INSIDE EDGE
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REVERSE 45° BEVEL: ALLOWS OUTSIDE
REGISTRATION ON MITER JOINTS.
(
NOTE: THE TOOL IS REGISTERED
AGAINST THE OUTSIDE SURFACE.)
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5. EDGE MITER JOINTS (See Figure 24)
Edge miters are most commonly used in box structures or for making multisided pedestals where you would like to
hide the end grain. Once again, biscuit joinery is an outstanding method to use both for added strength as well as
ease of assembly. Follow the steps below to assemble a 90° joint.
A. Position the workpieces as they are to be assembled and layout biscuit locations on the outside of the joint.
B. Set up tool by first setting fence angle to 90°. Make the fence adjustment such that the biscuit is located toward
the inside of the joint where the material is thicker, then select the biscuit size so that the blade does not protrude
through the outside wall when the cut is made (see Figure 25).
C. Clamp the workpiece and align the tool as shown in column in Figure 26.
D. Turn on the tool and make the plunge cut.
E. Glue, assemble and clamp the joint.
F.For joints other than 90° see outside registration column Figure 27 for proper fence angle setting.
The above method will produce a joint where the outside surfaces of the joint are aligned. If you wish to produce a joint
where the inside surfaces are aligned, use the following procedures for a 90° joint.
A. Position workpieces as they are to be assembled.
B. Layout biscuit locations on the inside of the angle.
C. Set up tool by setting fence angle to 45°. Set vertical fence adjustment so that the biscuit is located toward the
inside of the joint where material is thicker. Select biscuit size so that the blade does not protrude through the
outside face of the material.
D. Clamp the workpiece and align the tool as shown in Figure 28.
E. Make the plunge cut and repeat for all biscuit locations.
F.Glue, assemble and clamp the joint.
G. For joints other than 90° see inside registration column in Figure 27 for proper fence angle setting.
6. T-JOINTS (Figure 29)
Biscuit joining is a viable alternative to dadoing when making a T-joint. T-joints are most commonly used when
attaching shelves to the sides of a case. The method described below will work if your shelf material is at least
5/8" thick.
A. Place the workpieces on a work surface exactly as you will be assembling them in the form of an upside down
“T.” Mark lightly along the joint where the top of the shelf is to end up (see Figure 30). Mark biscuit locations at
the joint interface on the shelf piece only.
B. Lay the shelf down on the mating workpiece. Clamp the two workpieces together and to the work surface in this
position (see Figure 31).
C. Set up the tool by selecting the proper biscuit size and setting the adjustable fence angle at 0°.
D. Using the bottom registration surface, align the tool with the biscuit location marks and make a vertical and a
horizontal plunge cut for each biscuit location as shown in Figure 32.
E. Glue, assemble and clamp the joint.
Repairs
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment (including brush inspection and
replacement) should be performed by certified service centers or other qualified service organizations, always using
identical replacement parts.
ACCESSORIES
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra cost from your local service center. If you need
any assistance in locating any accessory, please contact D
EWALT Industrial Tool Co., 20 Fletcher Road, Mooroolbark,
VIC 3138 Australia or call 1800 654 155.
CAUTION: The use of any non-recommended accessory may be hazardous.
Guarantee
Applicable to hand held Power Tools, Lasers and Nailers.
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. Please return the complete unit, transportation prepaid, to any DEWALT Service Centre, or any authorised
service station.
For warranty repair information, call 1800 654 155.
This warranty does not apply to
• Accessories
• Damage caused where repairs have been made or attempted by others.
• Damage due to misuse, neglect, wear and tear, alteration or modification.
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“T” JOINT
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LAYOUT LINE
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This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights under the provisions of the Consumer
Guarantee Act 1993 (New Zealand only), Trade Practices Act 1974 and State Legislation (Australia only).
In addition to the warranty, DEWALT tools are covered by our:
FREE ONE YEAR SERVICE CONTRACT
D
EWALT will also maintain the tool for free at any time during the first year of purchase. This includes labour, parts and
lubrication required to restore the product to sound mechanical and/or electrical condition. Normal wear parts are not
covered in this service. Carbon brushes worn more then 50% will be replaced.
NOTE: Three Year Warranty is not applicable to items deemed as consumables. Radial arm saws are covered by a one
(1) year warranty only. DEWALT Reserves the right to review its warranty policy prior to launch of any new business
development products.
30 DAY NO SATISFACTION GUARANTEE
If you are dissatisfied with any DEWALT power tool, laser or nailer, for any reason, simply return it to the point of pur-
chase with your sales receipt within 30 days for a replacement unit or a full refund.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are missing, call 1800-654-155 for
a free replacement.