5. Pull the saw blade back and out of the front guard
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take it off of the bar
.
6. Repeat this procedure for the other saw blade.
Fitting the saw blades (Fig. D)
1. Slide one saw‑blade into the blade guide slot
sure that the end with the slotted hole
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guard
.
2. Slide the back of the saw blade down until the threaded
15
hole
aligns with the blade setting screw
3. Repeat this procedure for the other saw blade.
4. Tighten both saw blade setting screws
pressing and turning simultaneously with the short end of
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the hex key
.
5. Close the gearcase cap
cap screw.
WARNING: Before operation let the saw blades run freely
for approx. 20 s.
Saw Blades
Cat. No.
Material to be cut
DWE396
Rough wood
Fine wood
Fine wood
Low density building block
Medium density building block
DWE397
Rough wood
Low density building block
DWE398
Medium density building block
Insulation materials
Celluar contrete
DWE399
Rough wood
Low density building block
Medium density building block
Insulation materials
Celluar contrete
Prior to Operation (Fig. A)
•
Mount the appropriate type of saw blade.
•
Check that the tool is running properly and can perform all
its functions. Make sure that the bar
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the saw blades
and the housing are undamaged.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use
WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicable regulations.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect tool from power
source before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. Be sure the
trigger switch is in the OFF position. An accidental start‑up
can cause injury.
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making
16
fits into the front
13
.
13
securely by
12
and tighten the gearcase
Recommended saw
blade type
HSS
HSS
TCT
TCT T12
TCT T20
HSS
TCT T12
TCT T20
HSS
TCT 12
HSS
TCT T12
TCT T20
HSS
TCT 12
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is still straight and
WARNING:
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and
•
Ensure the material to be sawn is secured in place.
•
Apply only a gentle pressure to the tool and do not
exert side pressure on the saw blade.
•
Avoid overloading.
WARNING: For applications where mineral dust or
hardwood is emitted due to the work process the machine
shall be connected to a suitable dust extraction system.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. A, F)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position as shown.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a
sudden reaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the front handle
with the other hand on the rear grip handle
Switching On and Off (Fig. A)
For safety reasons the ON/OFF switch
lock‑off button
1. Push the lock‑off button
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2. To run the tool, press the ON/OFF switch
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as the ON/OFF switch is released the lock‑off switch is
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automatically activated to prevent unintended starting.
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3. Always switch off the tool before unplugging.
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Sawing (Fig. A, C, D, F)
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NOTICE: Do not use the saw for cutting curves or pockets.
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Make sure the bar end protrudes from the workpiece.
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For long, straight cuts first draw a line on the workpiece and
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follow the line.
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Make downward cuts only. Avoid cutting earth as this will blunt
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the saw blades very quickly.
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When using a saw horse always cut on the outside of the saw
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horse arms.
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1. Clamp the workpiece on one side only to prevent the bar
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from jamming in the workpiece. Should this happen, ease
open the cut with wedges to relieve the strain on the blade.
Do not try to wrench the saw free.
2. Hold your D
the rear grip handle
3. Switch the tool on before placing blade in contact with the
workpiece. Refer to Switching On and Off instruction in
this manual.
WARNING: Apply only a gentle pressure to the tool and
do not exert side pressure on the saw blade.
4. After blades have engaged the workpiece, guide the tool
back and forth in a rotating, see saw like motion as the
blades cut down through the workpiece. Refer to Figure F.
5. Once cut is complete, release the trigger switch.
To increase performance and lifetime of non‑painted saw
blades, regularly apply oil to the blades and in the oil holes
(every 15–30 min.). Do not lubricate painted blades.
Regularly check the saw blade setting screws
1
is equipped with a
2
.
2
to unlock the tool.
WALT power tool by the front handle
e
3
to guide the saw properly.
EngLIsh
4
3
.
1
.As soon
4
and
10
13
.
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