DeWalt DWE560-XE, Instruction Manual

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check the condition and operation of the lower blade guard to assure that it is 

working properly. Make sure it moves freely and does not touch the blade or any 

other part, in all angles and depths of cut. 

   NOTE: 

The 20 mm side of the inner clamp washer (O) MUST face outward toward 

the blade to fit blades with 20 mm arbors properly. 

C

FIG. 4

K

I

FIG. 3

  2. Place outer clamp washer (N) on saw spindle with the large flat surface against the 

blade and the wording on the outer clamp washer facing you.

  3. Thread blade clamping screw (J) into saw spindle by hand (screw has right-hand 

threads and must be turned clockwise to tighten). 

  4. Depress the blade lock (C) while turning the saw spindle with the blade wrench 

until the blade lock engages and the blade stops rotating.

  5. Tighten the blade clamping screw firmly with the blade wrench.

NOTE:

 Never engage the blade lock while saw is running, or engage in an effort to 

stop the tool. Never turn the saw on while the blade lock is engaged. Serious damage 

to your saw will result.

TO REPLACE THE BLADE (FIG. 2–4)

  1. To loosen the blade clamping screw (J), depress the blade lock (C) and turn the 

saw spindle with the blade wrench until the blade lock engages and the blade 

stops rotating. With the blade lock engaged, turn the blade clamping screw 

counterclockwise with the blade wrench (screw has right-hand threads and must 

be turned counterclockwise to loosen). 

  2. Remove the blade clamping screw (J) and outer clamp washer (N). Remove old 

blade.

  3. Clean any sawdust that may have accumulated in the guard or 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 (rpm) on the saw blade meets or 

exceeds the speed (rpm) of the saw.

  5. Follow steps 1 through 5 under 

To Install the Blade

, making sure that the blade 

will rotate in the proper direction.

LOWER BLADE GUARD

WARNING: The lower blade guard is a safety feature which reduces the risk of 

serious personal injury. Never use the saw if the lower guard is missing, damaged, 

misassembled or not working properly. Do not rely on the lower blade guard to 

protect you under all circumstances. Your safety depends on following all 

warnings and precautions as well as proper operation of the saw. Check lower 

guard for proper closing before each use as outlined in

 Additional Safety Rules for 

Circular Saws

. If the lower blade guard is missing or not working properly, have 

the saw serviced before using. To assure product safety and reliability, repair, 

maintenance and adjustment should be performed by an authorized service center 

or other qualified service organization, always using identical replacement parts. 

Cutting Depth Adjustment 

LOOSEN

TIGHTEN

P

FIG. 5

(Fig. 5–7)

Your saw is equipped with a carbide 

tipped saw blade for long life and 

efficient cutting.
Setting the saw at the proper cutting 

depth keeps blade friction to a 

minimum, removes sawdust from 

between the blade teeth, results in 

cooler, faster sawing and reduces 

the chance of kickback.