DeWalt DWE249, Original Instructions Manual

6

English

Description (Fig. A)

WARNING: 

Never modify the power tool or any part of it. 

Damage or personal injury could result.

1 

On/off switch

2 

Lock‑on button

3 

Saw blade locking lever

4 

Saw blade

5 

Shoe sleeve 

6 

Shoe

7 

Shoe beveling lever

8 

Speed control dial

9 

Pendulum stroke selector

10 

Blade holder

Date Code Position (Fig. A)

The date code 

 11 

, which also includes

the year of manufacture, 

is printed into the housing.
Example:

2020 XX XX

Year of Manufacture

Markings on Tool

The following pictograms are shown on the tool:

a

Read instruction manual before use.

g

Wear ear protection.

f

Wear eye protection.

Package Contents

The package contains:
1    Jigsaw
1    Jig  saw  blade
1   Anti‑scratch shoe cover
1    Instruction  manual

•  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.

WARNING: 

No connection is to be made to the 

earth terminal.

Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good quality plugs. 
Recommended fuse: 13 A.

Using an Extension Cable

If an extension cable is required, use an approved 3–core 
extension cable suitable for the power input of this tool (see 

Technical Data

).The minimum conductor size is 1.5 mm

2

; the 

maximum length is 30 m.
When using a cable reel, always unwind the cable completely.

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.

i

Your 

D

e

WALT

 tool is double insulated in accordance 

with EN62841; therefore no earth wire is required.

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced only by 

D

e

WALT

 or an authorised service organisation.

Mains Plug Replacement 
(U.K. & Ireland Only)

If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:

•  Safely dispose of the old plug.
•  Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in the plug.
•  Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.

Additional Safety Warnings for Jigsaws

• 

Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, 
when performing an operation where the cutting 
accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. 

Cutting accessory contacting a “live” wire may make exposed 
metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator 
an electric shock.

• 

Use clamps or another practical way to secure and 
support the workpiece to a stable platform. 

Holding the 

workpiece by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and 
may lead to loss of control.

• 

Keep hands away from cutting area. Never reach 
underneath the workpiece for any reason. 

Do not insert 

fingers or thumb into the vicinity of the reciprocating blade 
and blade clamp. Do not stabilize the saw by gripping 
the shoe.

• 

Keep blades sharp. 

Dull or damaged blades may cause 

the saw to swerve or stall under pressure. Always use the 
appropriate type of saw blade for the workpiece material and 
type of cut.

• 

When cutting pipe or conduit, make sure that they are 
free from water, electrical wiring, etc.

• 

Do not touch the workpiece or the blade immediately 
after operating the tool. 

They can become very hot.

• 

Be aware of hidden hazards, before cutting into walls, 
floors or ceilings, check for the location of wiring 
and pipes.

• 

The blade will continue to move after releasing the 
switch. 

Always switch the tool off and wait for the saw blade 

to come to a complete standstill before putting the tool down.

h ) 

Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and 
free from oil and grease.

 Slippery handles and grasping 

surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the 
tool in unexpected situations.

5)  Service

a ) 

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair 
person using only identical replacement parts.

This 

will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.