DW788/383329 8/6/02 10:35 AM Page 3 INSTRUCTION MANUAL GUIDE D'UTILISATION MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS DE SERVICIO Y PÓLIZA DE GARANTÍA. ADVERTENCIA: LÉASE ESTE INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO.
DW788/383329 8/6/02 10:35 AM Page 4 IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS OR ANY DEWALT TOOL, CALL US TOLL FREE AT: English 1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258) WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING SAW • DO NOT WEAR GLOVES, NECKTIES, JEWELRY OR LOOSE CLOTHING • CONTAIN LONG HAIR • ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION • INSTALL BLADE WITH TEETH POINTING DOWNWARD TOWARD THE TABLE BEFORE OPERATING SAW • MAINTAIN PROPER ADJUSTMENT OF BLADE TENSION BLADE GUARD BEFORE OPERATING
DW788/383329 8/6/02 10:35 AM Page 1 Grounding Instructions In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
DW788/383329 8/6/02 10:35 AM Page 2 English • OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for use outdoors and so marked. 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.
DW788/383329 8/6/02 10:35 AM Page 3 FIG. 1 • English CAUTION: Some wood contains preservatives such as copper chromium arsenate (CCA) which can be toxic. When cutting these materials, extra care should be taken to avoid inhalation and to minimize skin contact. • USE a dust mask and safety glasses when sawing. • KEEP GUARDS in place and working order. • MAKE SURE your fingers do not contact the terminals of the power cord when installing or removing the plug to or from the line power source.
DW788/383329 TABLE 8/6/02 10:35 AM Page 4 FIG. 3 FIG. 2 English BACK OF TABLE PIN PIN BEVEL SCALE the thumbscrew. Next, insert the top of the blade into the top blade clamp and securely tighten the top thumbscrew. Properly adjust the tension of the blade before operating your scroll saw. (See: Blade Tension Lever section of this manual.) FIG. 4 Blade Tension Lever Move the blade tension lever (Figure 6) to the left to increase tension on the blade.
DW788/383329 8/6/02 10:35 AM Page 5 TOP THUMBSCREW FIG. 5 Air Hose BOTTOM THUMBSCREW Your scroll saw features an adjustable air hose to keep your work area free from dust and debris. Be sure to position the air hose properly: it should blow saw dust away from the operator. On/Off Switch BLADE TENSION LEVER To turn the scroll saw on, press the front of the switch as shown in Figure 8.The saw locks on automatically. To turn the tool off, press the back of the switch.
DW788/383329 8/6/02 FIG. 7 10:35 AM Page 6 MATERIAL HOLD-DOWN THUMBSCREW SPEED CONTROL KNOB English FIG. 8 ALLEN SCREW ON/OFF SWITCH PADLOCK HOLE MATERIAL HOLD-DOWN Sawing Fretwork Hold material firmly against table. Always feed material toward the blade. Feed the workpiece fast enough to allow the blade to cut, but do not force material into the blade too quickly. INSIDE CUTS Your scroll saw is ideal for making inside cuts for detail work. To make an inside cut: 1.
DW788/383329 8/6/02 10:35 AM Page 7 FIG. 11 BRUSH INSPECTION CAPS FUSE CAP (PRESS TO RELEASE) BEVEL LOCK KNOB BEVEL POINTER BEVEL SCALE NOTE: Do not lift saw by upper arm. Damage will occur. Overload Protector FIG. 10 Your scroll saw is equipped with a 3 amp overload protection fuse. If your scroll saw becomes overloaded and stops operating, turn off the scroll saw, check for a blown fuse by removing the fuse cap (Figure 11).
DW788/383329 8/6/02 10:35 AM Page 8 English at Black & Decker service centers. The tool should be allowed to “run in” (run at no load) for 10 minutes before use to seat new brushes. 30 DAY NO RISK SATISFACTION GUARANTEE If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of your DEWALT heavy duty industrial tool, simply return it to the participating seller within 30 days for a full refund. Please return the complete unit, transportation prepaid. Proof of purchase may be required.