DeWalt DCS578 Guide D'utilisation page 16

English
As you finish a cut, release the trigger switch and allow the
blade to stop before lifting the saw from the work. As you
lift the saw, the spring-tensioned lower blade guard will
automatically close under the blade. Remember the blade
is exposed until this occurs. Never reach under the work for
any reason. When you have to retract the lower blade guard
manually (as is necessary for starting pocket cuts), always
use the retracting lever.

WARNING: When cutting thin strips, be careful to
ensure that small cutoff pieces don't hang up on the
inside of the lower blade guard.
Ripping (Fig. R)
Ripping is the process of cutting wider boards into narrower
strips – cutting grain lengthwise. Hand guiding is more
difficult for this type of sawing and the use of a D
fence is recommended.
Fig. R
Pocket Cutting (Fig. S)

WARNING: Never tie the lower blade guard in a
raised position. Never move the saw backwards when
pocket cutting. This may cause the saw to raise up off
the work surface, which could cause injury.
Fig. S
A pocket cut is one that is made in a floor, wall or other
flat surface.
1. Adjust the saw shoe so the blade cuts at desired depth.
2. Tilt the saw forward and rest front of the shoe on
material to be cut.
3. Using the lower blade guard retracting lever, retract the
lower blade guard to an upward position. Lower the
rear of the shoe until the blade teeth almost touch the
cutting line.
4. Release the lower blade guard (its contact with the work
will keep it in position to open freely as you start the
cut). Remove your hand from the lower blade guard
retracting lever and firmly grip the auxiliary handle
as shown in Figure S. Position your body and arm to
allow you to resist kickback if it occurs.
5. Make sure blade is not in contact with cutting surface
before starting saw.
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6. Start the motor and gradually lower the saw until its
shoe rests flat on the material to be cut. Advance saw
along the cutting line until cut is completed.
7. Release the trigger switch and allow the blade to
stop completely before withdrawing the blade from
the material.
8. When starting each new cut, repeat the above steps.
Hang Hook (Fig. A)

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The circular saw has a convenient hang hook
it to hang on a suitable, stable structure between uses.
The hang hook is not for tethering or securing the tool to a
person or object during use when elevated.
MAINTENANCE

Your D WALT power tool has been designed to operate over
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a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper
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tool care and regular cleaning.
Cleaning


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WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, do not use the tool's hang hook to hang the
tool from your body. DO NOT use the hang hook for
tethering or securing the tool to a person or object
during use. DO NOT suspend tool overhead or suspend
objects from the hang hook.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from the
circular saw falling on operators or bystanders, make
sure it is supported securely when using the hang
hook, or resting in a secure and stable location when
not in use. Be sure to keep the area below clear to
reduce the risk of the tool or off-cut material falling
and striking someone or something below.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An
accidental start-up can cause injury.
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with
clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk
of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye
protection when performing this procedure.
WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh
chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts of
the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic
materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened
only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid
get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool
into a liquid.
WARNING: Since accessories, other than those
offered by D WALT, have not been tested with this
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product, use of such accessories with this tool could
be hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only D
recommended accessories should be used with
this product.
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