Operation Manual

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• Wearadustmask.Exposure to dust
particles can cause breathing difficulty and
possible injury.
• Donotusebladesoflargerorsmaller
diameter than recommended. For the
proper blade rating refer to the technical
data. Use only the blades specified in this
manual, complying with EN 847-1.
• Neveruseabrasivecut-offwheels.
Residual risks
 • Inspiteoftheapplicationoftherelevant
safety regulations and the implementation of
safety devices, certain residual risks cannot be
avoided.
These are:
– Impairment of hearing.
– Risk of accidents caused by the uncovered
parts of the rotating cutting disc.
– Risk of injury when changing the disc.
– Risk of dust inhalation from materials that
when cut, can be harmful.
Labels on tool
In addition to the pictographs used in this
manual, the labels on the tool show the following
pictographs:
Maximum depth of cut
 Bladediameter
Package contents
The package contains:
1 Plunge saw
1 Allen key
1 Instruction manual
1 Exploded drawing
 • Checkfordamagetothetool,partsor
accessories which may have occurred during
transport.
 • Takethetimetothoroughlyreadand
understand this manual prior to operation.
Description (fig. 1–3)
WARNING: Never modify the power
tool or any part of it. Damage or
personal injury could result.
INTENDED USE
The DWS520 plunge saw is designed for
professional sawing applications and cutting wood
products.
DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
This heavy-duty plunge saw is a professional power
tool. DO NOT let children come into contact with
the tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced
operators use this tool.
a. plunge trigger
b. on/off switch
c. main handle
d. shoe
e. bevel adjustment knob
f. depth adjustment knobs
g. depth scale
h. front handle
i. dust extraction outlet
j. rail adjuster
k. blade
l. lock button
m. lock lever
n. blade clamping screw
o. outer flange
p. inner flange
q. riving knife
r. riving knife adjustment screws
s. speed wheel
t. cutting indicator
u. anti-kickback knob
v. outer guard
w. guide rail
x. clamp
y. blade position indicators
z. bevel scale
Electrical safety
The electric motor has been designed for one
voltage only. Always check that the power supply
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
Your DeWALT tool is double insulated in
accordance with EN 60745; therefore no
earth wire is required.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by a specially prepared cord available through the
D
eWALT service organization.