FIG. 21
FIG. 21A
RIGHT
WRONG
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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. 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 20. Figure 20A 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 page 3 for correct saw
blade.
FIG. 20
BLADE
FENCE
RIGHT
FIG. 20A
BLADE
FENCE
WRONG
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 con-
sumables. Radial arm saws are covered by a one (1) year warranty only.
D
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WALT 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 D
E
WALT power tool, laser or nailer, for any
reason, simply return it to
the point of purchase with your sales receipt within 30 days for a replace-
ment unit or a full refund.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT:
If your warning labels become
illegible or are missing, call (AUS) 1800 654 155 or (NZ) 09 526 2556
for a free replacement.
BOWED MATERIAL
When cutting bowed material always position it as shown in Figure 21
and never like that shown in Figure 21A. Positioning the material incor-
rectly 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
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. If they
ever need replacement follow the instructions on page 7 or return the
tool to the nearest service center for repair. Service center locations
are packed with your tool.
Repairs
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and
adjustments should be performed by a D
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WALT factory service center, a
D
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WALT authorized service center or other qualified service personnel.
Always use identical replacement parts.
Guarantee
Applicable to hand held Power Tools, Lasers and Nailers.
Three Year Limited Warranty
D
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WALT 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 D
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WALT Service Centre, or
any authorised service station.
For warranty repair information, call (AUS) 1800 654 155 or (NZ) 09 526
2556.
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.
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, D
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WALT tools are covered by our:
FREE ONE YEAR SERVICE CONTRACT
D
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WALT 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.
