DeWalt DCS383 Instructions D’origine page 29

nOTE: The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on
the battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality and is
subject to variation based on product components, temperature
and end-user application.
Chip Collector
(Fig. D)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off
and disconnect it from power source before installing and
removing accessories, before adjusting or when making
repairs. An accidental start-up can cause injury.

WARNING: Chip collector gets very hot after usage. Allow
to cool off before touching/removing.

WARNING: Do not operate tool without chip collector
installed. Flying debris can cause personal injury or fire.

WARNING: Do not handle metal chips with bare hands
after operation. Severe burns or cuts could occur causing injury.

WARNING: Hot metal chips should be emptied into a
container free of combustable materials.
This tool is equipped with a removable metal chip collector.
To Install the Chip Collector
1. Align and place the bottom latches
collector 12 into the bottom latch openings
guard 26 as shown in Fig. D.
2. Rotate the chip collector up allowing the top latch
snap into the top latch opening
nOTE: Be sure chip collector is firmly in place before operating
the tool.
To Remove the Chip Collector
3. Push down on the latch button
the top latch opening.
4. Lift up and remove the chip collector away from the tool.
nOTE: It is recommended to empty the chip collector each time
a fresh battery is installed into the tool.
nOTE: The chip collector will need to be removed before blades
are to be installed or removed.
nOTE: DO nOT collect wood chips in the chip collector.
Changing Blades
(Fig. A, E, F)
To Install the Blade

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off
and disconnect it from power source before installing and
removing accessories, before adjusting or when making
repairs. An accidental start-up can cause injury.
1. Remove the chip collector. See Chip Collector.
2. Retract the lower blade guard
hook 24 .
3. Place blade on saw spindle/inner clamp washer (
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Fig. E), making sure that the blade will rotate in the proper
direction (the direction of the rotation arrow on the saw blade
and the teeth must point in the same direction as the direction
of rotation arrow on the lower blade guard). Do not assume
that the printing on the blade will always be facing you when
properly installed. When retracting the lower blade guard to
install the blade, 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 inner clamp washer
fully attached to the spindle
of the chip
16
17 of the inner
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18 .
15 to release the latch from
6 by pulling up on the finger
,
19
20 is not removable and comes
19 .
4. Place outer clamp washer
flat surface against the blade with beveled side facing out.
5. Thread blade clamping screw
(blade clamping screw has right-hand threads and must be
turned clockwise to tighten).
6. Depress the blade lock button
spindle with the blade wrench
and the blade stops rotating. The blade wrench is stored in the
blade wrench storage
7. 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
1. To loosen the blade clamping screw
lock button
4
wrench 10 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
washer 22 only. Remove old blade.
3. Clean any metal chips/shavings that may have accumulated
to
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 (see 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 7 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 blade 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 blade guard for
proper closing before each use as outlined in Further safety
Instructions for all 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.
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WARNING: Under certain conditions of use, metal chips
may become imbedded in the surfaces of the lower guard,
causing the lower guard to rub against the upper guard.
Check the operation of the lower guard before each use and
remove any imbedded chips.

WARNING: If the tool is dropped from any height, check
the lower guard for proper closing and for damage.
Checking the Lower Blade Guard (Fig. A, D)
To fully open the lower blade guard:
1. Turn tool off and remove the battery pack
2. Remove the chip collector. See Chip Collector.
3. Rotate the lower blade guard fully up by using the finger
hook 24 .
22 on saw spindle with the large
23 into saw spindle by hand
4 while turning the saw
10 until the blade lock engages
25 area. See Fig. F.
23
and turn the saw spindle
19
23
EnGLIsh
, depress the blade
with the blade
and outer clamp
13 .
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