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Adjusting the riving knife (fig. D)
For the correct adjustment of the riving knife (9),
refer to the inset in figure D. Adjust the clearance of
the riving knife when the saw blade is changed or
whenever necessary.
• Adjust the depth of cut to 0 mm to access the
clamping screws of the riving knife.
• Loosen both screws (24) and pull out the riving
knife to its maximum length.
• Adjust the clearance and tighten the screws.
Adjusting the blade to perpendicular position
(fig. E)
• Use a square to check that the blade is
perpendicular to the saw shoe.
• If adjustment is required, slacken the nut (25) of
the stop (26) and locking screw (13).
• Adjust the blade until the pointer (27) reads
exactly 0° and tighten the nut (25) and the
locking screw (13).
Adjusting the cutting line marks (fig. E)
The marks for bevel cuts (15) and for straight cuts (16)
have two grooves each:
narrow groove: for centering standard steel blades
wider groove: for centering TCT blades
To adjust, proceed as follows:
• With the blade locked at 90°, make a trial cut of
approx. 400 mm.
• Withdraw the saw slightly.
• Slacken the screw (28) and align the cut and the
mark (16).
• Firmly tighten the screw (28).
Both cutting line marks are now correctly adjusted.
Instructions for use
• Always observe the safety instructions
and applicable regulations.
• 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.
• Do not use your saw for pocket cuts.
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DW383.PM65
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
Circular Saw is equipped with a lock-off device.
• Slide the ON/OFF-switch (1) backwards to
unlock the tool.
• To run the tool, press the ON/OFF-switch. As
soon as the ON/OFF-switch is released the lock-
off device is automatically activated to prevent
unintended starting of the machine.
Holding the Circular Saw (fig. A)
• Hold your D
and the front handle (5) to guide the saw
properly.
• The cut being smoother at the side where the
saw blade leaves the workpiece, clamp it with
the back facing the saw blade.
• Follow the line drawn on the workpiece using the
mark (16) and lead the cord away in line with the
rear of the tool.
• In case of a bevel angle of 45° follow the line
drawn on the workpiece using the mark (15).
Dust extraction (fig. A)
Your D
extraction outlet (11).
• Whenever possible, connect a dust extraction
device designed in accordance with the relevant
regulations regarding dust emission.
• Vacuum hoses of most common vacuum cleaners
will fit directly into the dust extraction outlet.
Consult your dealer for further information on the
appropriate accessories.
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Do not switch the tool ON or OFF when
the saw blade touches the workpiece or
other materials.
WALT Power Tool by the main grip
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WALT Circular Saw is fitted with a dust
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