Dewalt DWE574 Circular Saw User Manual

Dewalt DWE574 Circular Saw Instruction Manual Text

Instruction Manual
Guide D’utilisation
Manual de instrucciones

DWE574, DWE575, DWE575SB
7-1/4" (184 mm) Circular Saws
Scie circulaire de 184 mm (7-1/4 po)
Sierra Circular de 184 mm (7-1/4")

If you have questions or comments, contact us.
Pour toute question ou tout commentaire, nous contacter.
Si tiene dudas o comentarios, contáctenos.

1-800-4-DEWALT

English (original instructions)

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Français (traduction de la notice d’instructions originale)

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Español (traducido de las instrucciones originales)

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Definitions: Safety Alert Symbols and Words
This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert you to hazardous situations and your risk
of personal injury or property damage.






DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
(Used without word) Indicates a safety related message.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

Fig. A

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3
4

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6
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10
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8

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1 Trigger switch
2 Main handle
3 Blade lock
4 End cap
5 Auxiliary handle
6 Bevel adjustment lever
7 Bevel angle adjustment
8 Foot plate
9 Lower blade guard
10 Blade clamping screw
11 Lower guard lever
12 Upper blade guard



WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the
instruction manual.

If you have any questions or comments about
this or any product, call DEWALT toll free at:
(1-800-433-9258).
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7-1/4" (184 mm) Circular Saws
DWE574

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS



WARNING: Read all safety warnings,
instructions, illustrations and specifications
provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious injury.

SAVE ALL WARNINGS
AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mainsoperated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.

1) Work Area Safety
a ) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
b ) Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c ) Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you
to lose control.

2) Electrical Safety
a ) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
b ) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c ) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
d ) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
e ) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
f ) If operating a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI
reduces the risk of electric shock.

3) Personal Safety
a ) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
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b)

c)

d)

e)

f)

g)

h)

moment of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking up
or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your
finger on the switch or energizing power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these
are connected and properly used. Use of dust
collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use
of tools allow you to become complacent and
ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can
cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

4) Power Tool Use and Care
a ) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct power
tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
b ) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
c ) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/
or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from
the power tool before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing power tools.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
d ) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the
power tool or these instructions to operate the
power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
e ) Maintain power tools and accessories. Check
for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition
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damaged, have the power tool repaired before
use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.
f ) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g ) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
in accordance with these instructions, taking
into account the working conditions and the
work to be performed. Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended could result
in a hazardous situation.
h ) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and
grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and
control of the tool in unexpected situations.

5) Service
a ) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.

Safety Instructions for All Saws
Cutting Procedures
a)

b)

c)

d)

e)

f)

g)

h)

DANGER: Keep hands away from cutting
area and the blade. Keep your second hand on
auxiliary handle, or motor housing. If both hands
are holding the saw, they cannot be cut by the blade.
Do not reach underneath the workpiece. The
guard cannot protect you from the blade below
the workpiece.
Adjust the cutting depth to the thickness of the
workpiece. Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth
should be visible below the workpiece.
Never hold the workpiece in your hands or across
your leg while cutting. Secure the workpiece to a
stable platform. It is important to support the work
properly to minimize body exposure, blade binding, or
loss of control.
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces, when performing an operation where
the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its
own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will also make
exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could
give the operator an electric shock.
When ripping, always use a rip fence or straight
edge guide. This improves the accuracy of cut and
reduces the chance of blade binding.
Always use blades with correct size and shape
(diamond versus round) of arbor holes. Blades
that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw
will run off-center, causing loss of control.
Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers
or bolt. The blade washers and bolt were specially
designed for your saw, for optimum performance and
safety of operation.

Further Safety Instructions for all Saws
Kickback Causes and Related Warnings
 Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, jammed or
misaligned saw blade, causing an uncontrolled saw to
lift up and out of the workpiece toward the operator;
 When the blade is pinched or jammed tightly by
the kerf closing down, the blade stalls and the
motor reaction drives the unit rapidly back toward
the operator;
 If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut,
the teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig into
the top surface of the wood causing the blade to climb
out of the kerf and jump back toward the operator.
Kickback is the result of saw misuse and/or incorrect
operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by
taking proper precautions as given below:
a ) Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the saw
and position your arms to resist kickback forces.
Position your body to either side of the blade,
but not in line with the blade. Kickback could cause
the saw to jump backwards, but kickback forces can
be controlled by the operator, if proper precautions
are taken.
b ) When blade is binding, or when interrupting a
cut for any reason, release the trigger and hold
the saw motionless in the material until the
blade comes to a complete stop. Never attempt
to remove the saw from the work or pull the
saw backward while the blade is in motion or
kickback may occur. Investigate and take corrective
actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding.
c ) When restarting a saw in the workpiece, center
the saw blade in the kerf so that the saw teeth
are not engaged into the material. If a saw blade
binds, it may walk up or kickback from the workpiece
as the saw is restarted.
d ) Support large panels to minimize the risk of
blade pinching and kickback. Large panels tend to
sag under their own weight. Supports must be placed
under the panel on both sides, near the line of cut and
near the edge of the panel.
e ) Do not use dull or damaged blades. Unsharpened
or improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing
excessive friction, blade binding and kickback.
f ) Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers
must be tight and secure before making cut. If
blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it may cause
binding and kickback.
g ) Use extra caution when sawing into existing
walls or other blind areas. The protruding blade
may cut objects that can cause kickback.

Lower Guard Function
a ) Check the lower guard for proper closing before
each use. Do not operate the saw if the lower
guard does not move freely and close instantly.
Never clamp or tie the lower guard into the open
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position. If saw is accidentally dropped, lower guard
may be bent. Raise the lower guard with the retracting
handle and make sure it moves freely and does not
touch the blade or any other part, in all angles and
depths of cut.
b ) Check the operation of the lower guard spring.
If the guard and the spring are not operating
properly, they must be serviced before use. Lower
guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts,
gummy deposits, or a build-up of debris.
c ) The lower guard may be retracted manually
only for special cuts such as “plunge cuts” and
“compound cuts.” Raise the lower guard by
retracting the handle and as soon as the blade
enters the material, the lower guard must be
released. For all other sawing, the lower guard
should operate automatically.
d ) Always observe that the lower guard is covering
the blade before placing saw down on bench
or floor. An unprotected, coasting blade will cause
the saw to walk backwards, cutting whatever is in
its path. Be aware of the time it takes for the blade to
stop after switch is released.

Additional Safety Information




WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part
of it. Damage or personal injury could result.
WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or
dust mask if operation is dusty. ALL USERS AND
BYSTANDERS MUST ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED
SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemicallytreated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on
how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated
area, and work with approved safety equipment, such
as those dust masks that are specially designed to
filter out microscopic particles.
Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities. Wear protective clothing and
wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing



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dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may
promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/
or disperse dust, which may cause serious and
permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use
NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection
appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles
away from face and body.
WARNING: Always wear proper personal hearing
protection that conforms to ANSI S12.6 (S3.19)
during use. Under some conditions and duration
of use, noise from this product may contribute to
hearing loss.
CAUTION: When not in use, place tool on its
side on a stable surface where it will not cause
a tripping or falling hazard. Some tools will stand
upright but may be easily knocked over.
Air vents often cover moving parts and should be
avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
An extension cord must have adequate wire size
(AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The
smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the
capacity of the cable, that is, 16 gauge has more capacity
than 18 gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
When using more than one extension to make up the
total length, be sure each individual extension contains at
least the minimum wire size. The following table shows
the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gauge. The lower the gauge number, the heavier the cord.





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Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
Total Length of Cord in Feet
(meters)
120V
25 (7.6) 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7)
240V
50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 200 (61.0) 300 (91.4)
Ampere Rating
More
Not
American Wire Gauge
Than More
Than
0
6
18
16
16
14
6
10
18
16
14
12
10
12
16
16
14
12
12
16
14
12
Not Recommended
Volts

The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The
symbols and their definitions are as follows:
V ......................... volts
RPM .................... revolutions per
minute
Hz ....................... hertz
sfpm ................... surface feet per
min ..................... minutes
minute
or DC...... direct current
SPM
....................
strokes per minute
...................... Class I Construction
OPM.................... oscillations per
(grounded)
minute
…/min .............. per minute
A
.........................
amperes
BPM .................... beats per minute
IPM ..................... impacts per minute W ........................ watts
or AC ........... alternating current

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or AC/DC.... alternating or
direct current
...................... Class II
Construction
(double insulated)
no ....................... no load speed
n ......................... rated speed
...................... earthing terminal
..................... safety alert symbol
..................... visible radiation

..................... avoid staring at
light
..................... wear respiratory
protection
..................... wear eye
protection
..................... wear hearing
protection
..................... read all
documentation
IPXX .................... IP symbol

Motor
Be sure your power supply agrees with the nameplate
marking. Voltage decrease of more than 10% will cause loss
of power and overheating. These tools are factory tested; if
this tool does not operate, check power supply.

Intended Use
This heavy-duty circular saw is designed for professional
wood cutting applications. Do not cut metal, plastic,
concrete, masonry or fiber cement materials.
WARNING: Do not cut any metals, masonry, glass,
tile or plastic with this saw. A dull blade will cause
slow, inefficient cutting overload on the saw motor,
excessive splintering, and could increase the possibility
of kickback.
• DO NOT use any abrasive wheels.
• Use only blades designed for wood cutting.
WARNING: Cutting sap coated wood, and
other materials may cause melted substances to
accumulate on the blade tips and the body of the saw
blade, increasing the risk of the blade overheating and
binding while cutting.
DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
These heavy-duty saws are professional power tools.
DO NOT let children come into contact with the tool.
Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use
this tool.



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4.

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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.
Place outer clamp washer 14 on saw spindle with the
large flat surface against the blade and the wording on
the outer clamp washer facing you.
Thread blade clamping screw 10 into saw spindle by
hand (screw has right-hand threads and must be turned
clockwise to tighten).
Depress the blade lock 3 while turning the saw spindle
with the blade wrench 15 stored underneath the main
handle 2 (Fig. D), until the blade lock engages and the
blade stops rotating.
Tighten the blade clamping screw firmly with the blade
wrench.

Fig. B

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10

13

Fig. C

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ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS



WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from
power source before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start-up can cause injury.

Changing Blades
To Install the Blade (Fig. B–D)
1. Using the lower guard lever 11 , retract the lower blade
guard 9 and place blade on saw spindle against the
inner clamp washer 13 , 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 saw). Do not assume that the printing

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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 (Fig. B–D)
1. To loosen the blade clamping screw 10 , depress the
blade lock 3 and turn the saw spindle with the blade
wrench 15 , stored underneath the main handle 2 ,
until the blade lock engages and the blade stops
rotating. With the blade lock engaged, turn the blade
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clamping screw counterclockwise with the blade
wrench (screw has right-hand threads and must be
turned counterclockwise to loosen).

or nails can cause tips to crack or break. Only operate
saw when proper saw blade guard is in place. Mount
blade securely in proper rotation direction before
using, and always use a clean, sharp blade.
WARNING: Do not cut metal, plastic, concrete,
masonry or fiber cement materials with this saw.
Do not use abrasive wheels or blades. A dull blade will
cause slow inefficient cutting, overload on the saw motor,
excessive splintering, and could increase the possibility of
kickback. Please refer to the table below to determine the
correct size replacement blade for your model saw.
RECOMMENDED BLADE TYPES



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Combination Framing

5/8" Round arbor, 24 teeth
All purpose fast rip and
cross cuts.

Pressure Treated/Wet
Lumber

5/8" Round arbor, 20 teeth
Coated, resistant to gum
build-up.

Extreme Durability

5/8" Round arbor, 18 teeth
Coated, rock carbide.

Finishing

5/8" Round arbor, 36 teeth
More teeth for finer finish cuts.

Fast Cut Framing

5/8" round arbor, 18 teeth
Fastest blade for rips and
cross cuts.

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2. Remove the blade clamping screw 10 and outer clamp
washer 14 . Remove old blade.
3. Clean any sawdust that may have accumulated 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 (refer to
Recommended Blade Types under Blades). Always
use blades that are the correct size (7–1/4" [178 mm]
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 5 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.

Blades



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WARNING: To minimize the risk of eye injury, always
use eye protection. Carbide is a hard but brittle
material. Foreign objects in the workpiece such as wire

If you need assistance regarding blades, please call
1–800–4-DEWALT (1–800–433–9258).

Kickback
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound or
misaligned saw blade, causing an uncontrolled saw to lift
up and out of the workpiece toward the operator. When
the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf closing
down, the blade stalls and the motor reaction drives the
unit rapidly back toward the operator. If the blade becomes
twisted or misaligned in the cut, the teeth at the back
edge of the blade can dig into the top surface of the wood
causing the blade to climb out of the kerf and jump back
toward the operator.
Kickback is more likely to occur when any of the following
conditions exists.
1. IMPROPER WORKPIECE SUPPORT
a. Sagging or improper lifting of the cut off piece can
cause pinching of the blade and lead to kickback.
b. Cutting through material supported at the outer ends
only can cause kickback. As the material weakens it
sags, closing down the kerf and pinching the blade
(Fig. N).
c. Cutting off a cantilevered or overhanging piece of
material from the bottom up in a vertical direction
can cause kickback. The falling cut off piece can
pinch the blade.
d. Cutting off long narrow strips (as in ripping) can
cause kickback. The cut off strip can sag or twist
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e. Snagging the lower guard on a surface below the
material being cut momentarily reduces operator
control. The saw can lift partially out of the cut
increasing the chance of blade twist.
2. IMPROPER DEPTH OF CUT SETTING ON SAW
a. To make the most efficient cut, the blade should
protrude only far enough to expose one-half of a
tooth as shown in Figure F. This allows the shoe
to support the blade and minimizes twisting and
pinching in the material. See the section titled
Cutting Depth Adjustment.
3. BLADE TWISTING (MISALIGNMENT IN CUT)
a. Pushing harder to cut through a knot, a nail or a hard
grain area can cause the blade to twist.
b. Trying to turn the saw in the cut (trying to get back
on the marked line) can cause blade twist.
c. Overreaching or operating the saw with poor body
control (out of balance), can result in twisting
the blade.
d. Changing hand grip or body position while cutting
can result in blade twist.
e. Backing up the saw to clear blade can lead to twist.
4. MATERIALS THAT REQUIRE EXTRA ATTENTION
a. Wet lumber
b. Green lumber (material freshly cut or not kiln dried)
c. Pressure treated lumber (material treated with
preservatives or anti-rot chemicals)
5. USE OF DULL OR DIRTY BLADES
a. Dull blades cause increased loading of the saw. To
compensate, an operator will usually push harder
which further loads the unit and promotes twisting
of the blade in the kerf. Worn blades may also have
insufficient body clearance which increases the
chance of binding and increased loading.
6. LIFTING THE SAW WHEN MAKING A BEVEL CUT
a. Bevel cuts require special operator attention to
proper cutting techniques – especially guidance of
the saw. Both blade angle to the shoe and greater
blade surface in the material increase the chance for
binding and misalignment (twist) to occur.
7. RESTARTING A CUT WITH THE BLADE TEETH
JAMMED AGAINST THE MATERIAL
a. The saw should be brought up to full operating
speed before starting a cut or restarting a cut after
the unit has been stopped with the blade in the kerf.
Failure to do so can cause stalling and kickback.
Any other conditions which could result in pinching,
binding, twisting, or misalignment of the blade could cause
kickback. Refer to the sections Further Safety Instructions
for All Saws and Blades for procedures and techniques that
will minimize the occurrence of kickback.

Cutting Depth Adjustment (Fig. E–G)
NOTE: The maximum depth of cut for this saw is 2-9/16"
(65 mm) at 90°.

1. Hold the saw firmly. Raise the depth adjustment
lever 16 to loosen and move foot plate to obtain the
desired depth of cut, as shown. Make sure the depth
adjustment lever has been retightened (lowered) before
operating the saw.
2. Align the appropriate mark on the depth adjustment
strap 17 with notch 18 on the upper blade guard.
Your depth is set.
For the most efficient cutting action, set the depth
adjustment so that one-half tooth of the blade will project
below the material to be cut. This distance is from the tip of
the tooth to the bottom of the gullet in front of it. This keeps
blade friction at a minimum, removes sawdust from the cut,
results in cooler, faster sawing and reduces the chance of
kickback. A method for checking for correct cutting depth
is shown in Figure G. Lay a piece of the material you plan to
cut along the side of the blade, as shown, and observe how
much tooth projects beyond the material.
Fig. E
LOOSEN

16

TIGHTEN
Fig. F

16
18

17

Fig. G

Bevel Angle Adjustment (Fig. A, H)
The full range of the bevel adjustment is from 0° to 57°. The
quadrant is graduated in increments of 1°. On the front of
the saw is a bevel angle adjustment mechanism consisting
of a calibrated quadrant and a bevel adjustment lever 6 .

To Set the Saw for a Bevel Cut
1. Loosen (counterclockwise) the bevel adjustment
lever 6 and tilt shoe ( 8 , Fig. A) to the desired angle by
aligning the pointer with the desired angle mark.
2. Retighten lever firmly (clockwise).
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Cut Length Indicator (Fig. K)

Fig. H

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The markings on the side of the foot plate show the length
of the slot being cut into the material at the full depth of the
cut. The markings are in increments of 1/8" (3.2 mm).
Fig. K

Shoe Adjustment for 90°Cuts (Fig. H, I)
If Additional Adjustment is Needed
1. Adjust the saw to 0° bevel.
2. Retract the lower blade guard. Place the saw on
blade side.
3. Loosen bevel adjustment lever ( 6 , Fig. H). Place
a square against the blade and shoe to adjust the
90° setting.
4. Turn the calibration screw ( 19 , Fig. I) so that the shoe
will stop at the proper angle.
5. Confirm the accuracy of the setting by checking the
squareness of an actual cut on a scrap piece of material.
Fig. I

OPERATION



WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from
power source before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start-up can cause injury.

Proper Hand Position (Fig. L)




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 auxiliary
handle 5 and one hand on the main handle 2 .
Fig. L

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Kerf Indicator (Fig. J)
The front of the saw shoe has a kerf indicator 22 for vertical
and bevel cutting. This indicator enables you to guide the
saw along cutting lines penciled on the material being cut.
The kerf indicator lines up with the left (inner) side of the
saw blade, which makes the slot or “kerf” cut by the moving
blade fall to the right of the indicator. Guide along the
penciled cutting line so that the kerf falls into the waste or
surplus material.
Fig. J
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Trigger Switch (Fig. A)



WARNING: This tool has no provision to lock the
trigger switch in the ON position and should never be
locked ON by any other means.
Pull the trigger switch 1 to turn the motor on. Releasing
the trigger turns the motor off. This tool has no provision to
lock the switch in the on position, and the tool should never
be locked on in any way.

Workpiece Support (Fig. L–N)


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WARNING: It is important to support the work
properly and to hold the saw firmly to prevent loss of

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control which could cause personal injury. Figure L
illustrates proper hand support of the saw. Maintain
a firm grip with both hands on the saw and position
your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback
if it occurs. ALWAYS TURN OFF TOOL AND REMOVE
BATTERY BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS!
Figure L shows proper sawing position. Note that hands
are kept away from cutting area. To avoid kickback,
DO support board or panel NEAR the cut (Fig. M). DON’T
support board or panel away from the cut (Fig. N).
Place the work with its “good” side – the one on which
appearance is most important – down. The saw cuts
upward, so any splintering will be on the work face that is
up when you cut it.
Fig. M

Fig. N

Hardness and toughness can vary even in the same piece of
material, and knotty or damp sections can put a heavy load
on the saw. When this happens, push the saw more slowly,
but hard enough to keep working without much decrease
in speed. Forcing the saw can cause rough cuts, inaccuracy,
kickback, and over-heating of the motor.
Should your cut begin to go off the line, don’t try to force
it back on. Release the trigger switch and allow blade to
come to a complete stop. Then you can withdraw the saw,
sight anew, and start a new cut slightly inside the wrong
one. Withdraw the saw if you must shift the cut. Forcing
a correction inside the cut can stall the saw and lead
to kickback.
IF SAW STALLS, RELEASE THE TRIGGER SWITCH AND
BACK THE SAW UNTIL IT IS LOOSE. BE SURE BLADE IS
STRAIGHT IN THE CUT AND CLEAR OF THE CUTTING EDGE
BEFORE RESTARTING.
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. P)

Cutting (Fig. O)
Fig. O

Place the wider portion of the saw shoe on that part of the
workpiece which is solidly supported, not on the section
that will fall off when the cut is made. As an example,
Figure O illustrates the RIGHT way to cut off the end of a
board. Always clamp work. Don’t try to hold short pieces by
hand! Remember to support cantilevered and overhanging
material. Use caution when sawing material from below.
Be sure saw is up to full speed before blade contacts
material to be cut. Starting saw with blade against material
to be cut or pushed forward into kerf can result in kickback.
Push the saw forward at a speed which allows the blade to
cut without laboring.

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 DEWALT rip
fence is recommended.
Fig. P

Pocket Cutting (Fig. Q)



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.

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Fig. Q

recommended that, once a year, you take or send the tool
to a service center for a thorough cleaning, inspection and
lubrication of the gear case.

Electric Brake (DWE575SB)
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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 5 , as
shown in Figure Q. 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.
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.

MAINTENANCE



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.

Lubrication
Self lubricating ball and roller bearings are used in the
tool and relubrication is not required. However, it is
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Repairs



WARNING: To assure product SAFETY and
RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment
(including brush inspection and replacement) should
be performed by a DEWALT factory service center
or a DEWALT authorized service center. Always use
identical replacement parts..
Refer to Brushes for brush replacement information.

Brushes (Fig. R)



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.
Inspect carbon brushes regularly by disconnecting the
tool from the power source, removing the four end cap
screws 20 with a screwdriver, then removing the end
cap 4 .
Fig. R

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from
power source before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start-up can cause injury.

Cleaning




Your saw has an automatic electric brake which is designed
to stop the blade from coasting in about two seconds, after
you release the trigger switch. It is useful when making
certain cuts in wood where a coasting blade would result in
a wide, imprecise cut.
Occasionally, the brake will not function properly and
won’t stop the saw in the 2 seconds discussed above. If this
condition persists, turn the saw on and off four or five times.
If the brake still does not stop the blade in about 2 seconds,
the problem may be worn brushes. Have the brushes
replaced at a DEWALT authorized service center.

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Keep brushes clean and sliding freely in their guides.
Always replace a used brush in the same orientation in
the holder as it was prior to removal. Carbon brushes have
varying symbols stamped into their sides, and if either
brush is worn down to the line closest to the spring, take
the tool to a DEWALT authorized service center for brush
assembly replacement. Use only identical DEWALT brushes.
Always replace the end cap after inspecting or servicing
brushes. The tool should be allowed to “run in” (run at

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no load without a blade) for 5 minutes before use to seat
new brushes.
While “running in” DO NOT TIE, TAPE, OR OTHERWISE LOCK
THE TRIGGER SWITCH ON. HOLD BY HAND ONLY.

Accessories



WARNING: Since accessories, other than those
offered by DEWALT, have not been tested with this
product, use of such accessories with this tool could be
hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only DEWALT
recommended accessories should be used with
this product.
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, please contact DEWALT call 1-800-4-DEWALT
(1-800-433-9258) or visit our website: www.dewalt.com.

Dust Extraction




WARNING: Risk of dust inhalation. To reduce the
risk of personal injury, ALWAYS wear an approved
dust mask.
WARNING: ALWAYS use a vacuum extractor
designed in compliance with the applicable directives
regarding dust emission when sawing wood. Vacuum
hoses of most common vacuum cleaners will fit
directly into the dust extraction outlet.
A dust extraction port is available at extra cost from your
local dealer or authorized service center.
Assembling the Dust Port (Fig. S)
1. Align the dust port 23 over upper blade guard 12 as
shown.
2. Insert two dust port screws 24 as shown and
tighten securely.
Fig. S
12

24

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Repairs



WARNING: To assure product SAFETY and
RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment
(including power cord repairs, and brush inspection
and replacement, when applicable) should be
performed by a DEWALT factory service center or
a DEWALT authorized service center. Always use
identical replacement parts.

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Three Year Limited Warranty
DEWALT will repair or replace, without charge, any defects
due to faulty materials or workmanship for three years from
the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover part
failure due to normal wear or tool abuse. For further detail
of warranty coverage and warranty repair information,
visit www.dewalt.com or call 1-800-4-DEWALT
(1-800-433-9258). This warranty does not apply to
accessories or damage caused where repairs have been
made or attempted by others. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND EXCLUDES ALL INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so these limitations may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have
other rights which vary in certain states or provinces.
In addition to the warranty, DEWALT tools are covered
by our:
1 YEAR FREE SERVICE
DEWALT will maintain the tool and replace worn parts
caused by normal use, for free, any time during the first year
after purchase.
90 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE
If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of
your DEWALT Power Tool or Nailer for any reason, you can
return it within 90 days from the date of purchase with a
receipt for a full refund – no questions asked.
LATIN AMERICA: This warranty does not apply to products
sold in Latin America. For products sold in Latin America,
see country specific warranty information contained in
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the packaging, call the local company or see website for
warranty information.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning
labels become illegible or are missing, call 1-800-4-DEWALT
(1-800-433-9258) for a free replacement.


DEWALT Industrial Tool Co. 701 East Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21286
Copyright © 2019
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intake grill, the array of pyramids on the handgrip, the kit box configuration, and the array of lozenge-shaped humps on the
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10/19 Part No. N786997