DeWalt D23700 Manual Del Usuario página 30

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• Firmly tighten the screw (20).
Both cutting line marks are now correctly adjusted.
Mounting and adjusting the parallel fence (fig. G)
The parallel fence (15) is used for cutting parallel to
the edge of the workpiece.
Mounting
• Insert the parallel fence (15) in the saw shoe (6)
as shown.
• Insert the bolt (22) into the hole (23).
• Place the clamping bracket (24) over the bolt and
tighten the locking screw (25).
Adjusting
• Slacken the locking screw (25) and set the
parallel fence (15) to the desired width.
The adjustment can be read on the scale (26).
• Tighten the locking screw (25).
The marks (27) and (28) can be used as a guide:
mark (27): for standard steel blades
mark (28): for TCT blades
Instructions for use
• Always observe the safety instructions
and applicable regulations.
• Ensure the material to be sawn is firmly
secured in place.
• Apply only a gentle pressure to the tool
and do not exert side pressure on the
saw blade.
• Avoid overloading.
• Do not use excessively worn saw blades.
Do not use your saw for pocket cuts.
Prior to operation:
• Make sure the guards have been mounted
correctly. The saw blade guard must be in closed
position.
• Make sure the saw blade rotates in the direction
of the arrow on the blade.
Switching on and off (fig. A)
For safety reasons the on/off switch (1) of your tool
is equipped with a lock-off button (2).
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• Press the lock-off button to unlock the tool.
• To run the tool, press the on/off switch (1). As
soon as the on/off switch is released the lock-off
switch is automatically activated to prevent
unintended starting of the machine.
• Do not switch the tool on or off when the
saw blade touches the workpiece or
other materials.
• Do not operate the spindle lock while the
tool is running.
Holding and guiding the tool (fig. A)
• Hold the tool by the main grip and the front
handle (3) to guide the saw properly.
• For optimum results, clamp the workpiece
bottom up.
• Follow the line drawn on the workpiece using the
mark (13)
• In case of a bevel angle of 45° follow the line
drawn on the workpiece using the mark (12).
• Lead the cord away in line with the rear of the
tool.
Dust extraction (fig. A)
Your tool is fitted with a dust extraction outlet (5).
• Whenever possible, connect a dust extraction
device designed in accordance with the relevant
regulations regarding dust emission.
• Always use a vacuum extractor designed in
compliance with the applicable Directives
regarding dust emission when sawing wood.
Vacuum hoses of most common vacuum
cleaners will fit directly into the dust extraction
outlet.
Do not use a vacuum extractor without
proper spark protection when sawing
metal.
Consult your dealer for further information on the
appropriate accessories.