DeWalt DWE560-XE, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...DWE560 XE DWE565 XE 184 mm 7 1 4 CIRCULAR SAW INSTRUCTION MANUAL ...

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Page 3: ...ting wood ahW m s 2 5 2 5 Uncertainty K m s 1 5 1 5 The vibration emission level given in this information sheet has been measured in accordance with a standardised test given in EN 60745 and may be used to compare one tool with another It may be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure WARNING The declared vibration emission level represents the main applications of the tool However if the t...

Page 4: ...e use a residual current device RCD protected supply Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock 3 PERSONAL SAFETY a Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury b Use...

Page 5: ...d for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance Replacement of the supply cord If the supply cord or plug is d...

Page 6: ...All Saws CAUSES AND OPERATOR PREVENTION OF KICKBACK Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched bound or misaligned saw blade causing an uncontrolled saw to lift up and out of the workpiece toward the operator When the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf closing down the blade stalls and the motor reaction drives the unit rapidly back toward the operator If the blade becomes twisted or mi...

Page 7: ...r other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are lead from lead based paints crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved s...

Page 8: ...l off and disconnect tool from power source before making any adjustments or removing installing attachments or accessories An accidental start up can cause injury TO INSTALL THE BLADE FIG 2 5 WARNING The inner flange has a 20 mm diameter on one side and a 19 mm diameter on the other The 19 mm diameter side is marked 19 and the 20 mm diameter side is marked 20 Use the correct side for the hole dia...

Page 9: ...clamp washer area and check the condition and operation of the lower blade guard as previously outlined Do not lubricate this area 4 Select the proper blade for the application refer to Recommended Blade Types under Blades Always use blades that are the correct size diameter with the proper size and shape center hole for mounting on the saw spindle Always assure that the maximum recommended speed ...

Page 10: ...ld the saw firmly Raise the depth adjustment lever P to loosen and move foot plate to obtain the desired depth of cut as shown Make sure the depth adjustment lever has been retightened lowered before operating the saw 2 Align the appropriate mark on the depth adjustment strap R with notch Q on the upper blade guard Your depth is set 3 For the most efficient cutting action using a carbide tipped sa...

Page 11: ...slot or kerf cut by the moving blade fall to the right of the indicator The notches on the base plate indicate 0 and 45 DWE560 XE U FIG 10 DWE565 XE U Adjustable Cord Protector Fig 11 13 The adjustable cord protector V allows the cord to be positioned vertical or parallel to the blade It is shipped in the vertical position PARALLEL VERTICAL FIG 11 V V TO OBTAIN THE PARALLEL POSITION FIG 12 1 Press...

Page 12: ...WAYS hold securely in anticipation of a sudden reaction Proper hand position requires one hand on the main handle B with the other hand on the auxiliary handle E Switch Fig 1 For safety reasons the trigger switch A of your tool is equipped with a lock off button M Press the lock off button to unlock the tool To run the tool press the trigger switch A As soon as the trigger switch is released the l...

Page 13: ...oring Hardness and toughness can vary even in the same piece of material and knotty or damp sections can put a heavy load on the saw When this happens push the saw more slowly but hard enough to keep working without much decrease in speed Forcing the saw can cause rough cuts inaccuracy kickback and over heating of the motor Should your cut begin to go off the line don t try to force it back on Rel...

Page 14: ...nched or bound tightly by the kerf closing down the blade stalls and the motor reaction drives the unit backward When the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut the teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig into the top surface of the wood causing the blade to climb out of the kerf and jump back toward the operator Kickback is more likely to occur when any of the following conditions exi...

Page 15: ...injury turn tool off and disconnect tool from power source before making any adjustments or removing installing attachments or accessories An accidental start up can cause injury Lubrication Your power tool requires no additional lubrication Cleaning WARNING Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with clean dry air at least once a week To minimize the risk of eye injury always wear AS NZS51337 ap...

Page 16: ...or NZ 0800 339 258 DO NOT USE WATER FEED ATTACHMENTS WITH THIS SAW VISUALLY EXAMINE CARBIDE BLADES BEFORE USE REPLACE IF DAMAGED ADJUSTING FOR 90 DEGREE CUTS FIG 23 Y DWE565 XE 1 Return the saw to 0 degrees bevel 2 Place the saw on its side and retract the lower guard 3 Set the depth of cut at approximately 51 mm 2 4 Loosen the bevel adjustment lever F Place a square against the blade and the foot...

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Page 20: ...t co nz AUG12 Part No N145839 DWE560 XE DWE565 XE Copyright 2012 DEWALT The following are trademarks for one or more DEWALT power tools the yellow and black color scheme the D shaped air intake grill the array of pyramids on the handgrip the kit box configuration and the array of lozenge shaped humps on the surface of the tool ...