DeWalt DC390 Guide D'utilisation page 15

RIPPING (FIG. 11)
Ripping is the process of cutting wider boards into narrower strips –
cutting grain lengthwise.
difficult for this type of sawing and the use of a rip fence is
recommended.
POCKET CUTTING (FIG. 12)
CAUTION: TURN OFF TOOL AND REMOVE BATTERY PACK
FROM SAW BEFORE CHANGING ACCESSORIES OR MAKING
ANY ADJUSTMENTS.
CAUTION: Never tie the blade guard in a raised position. Never
move the saw backwards when pocket cutting. This may cause the
unit to raise up off the work surface which could cause injury.
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 retracting lever,
retract lower blade guard to
an upward position. Lower
rear of shoe until blade
teeth almost touch cutting line.
4. Release the blade guard (its
contact with the work will
keep it in position to open
freely as you start the cut).
Remove hand from guard
lever and firmly grip auxilary
handle, as shown in Figure
12. Position your body and
arm to allow you to resist kick-
back if it occurs.
Hand guiding is more
FIG. 11 INSTALL
RIP FENCE
IN THIS
DIRECTION
FIG. 12
5. Make sure blade is not in contact with cutting surface before
starting saw.
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 trigger and allow blade to stop completely before with-
drawing the blade from the material.
8. When starting each new cut, repeat as above.
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning
Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tool. Many house-
hold cleaners contain chemicals which could seriously damage plastic.
Also, do not use gasoline, turpentine, lacquer or paint thinner, dry
cleaning fluids or similar products. Never let any liquid get inside the
tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
Lubrication
Self lubricating ball and roller bearings are used in the tool and relubri-
cation is not required. However, it is recommended that, once a year,
you take or send the tool to a certified service center for a thorough
cleaning, inspection, and lubrication of the gear case.
Repairs
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance
and adjustment (including brush inspection and replacement) should
be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service
personnel, always using identical replacement parts.
Accessories
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra
cost from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need
assistance in locating any accessory for your tool, contact: D
Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286.
CAUTION: The use of any other accessory not recommended for
use with this tool could be hazardous.
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