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Replacing the Saw Blades
Removing the saw blades (Fig. B–E)
1. Place the tool upside down on a flat, stable work surface.
2. Loosen the gearcase cap screw
When loosened, the gearcase cap
spring open.
3. With the hex key 7 , loosen both of the blade setting screws
13 . The screws will be held in place by the screw clips.
4. Carefully pull the saw-blade-end up until it is disengaged
from and clear of the Blade-Clamp-system.
5. Pull the saw blade back and out of the front guard
take it off of the bar 6 .
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
guard 14 .
2. Slide the back of the saw blade down until the threaded
hole 15 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
the hex key 7 .
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
Medium density building block
Insulation materials
Celluar contrete
DWE398 Rough wood
Low density building block
Medium density building block
Insulation materials
Celluar contrete
DWE399 Rough wood
Low density building block
Medium density building block
Insulation materials
Celluar contrete
11 with the hex key
12 should release and
9 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
HSS
TCT T12
TCT T20
HSS
TCT 12
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
7 .
the saw blades
OPERATION
Instructions for Use

WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicable regulations.

14 and 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.

WARNING:
• 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
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with the other hand on the rear grip handle
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Switching On and Off (Fig. A)
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For safety reasons the ON/OFF switch
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lock-off button
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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
the saw blades very quickly.
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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
6
5 and the housing are undamaged.
1 is equipped with a
2 .
2 to unlock the tool.
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is still straight and
4
3 .
1 .As soon
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