speed. The required setting depends on the thickness and
kind of material.
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Use high speeds for sawing soft materials such as wood. Use
low speeds for sawing metal.
DW333 (Fig. G2)
The speed control dial
can be used for advance setting of the
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required range of speed.
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Turn the electronic speed control dial to the required level.
The required setting depends on the thickness and kind of
material.
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Use high speeds for sawing soft materials such as wood. Use
low speeds for sawing metal.
WARNING: After using the tool for an extended period
on low speed settings, run it for approx. 3 minutes on
maximum no-load speed.
Sawing in Wood (Fig. H)
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If necessary, draw a cutting line.
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Switch the tool on.
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Hold the tool against the workpiece and follow the line.
•
For sawing parallel to the edge of your workpiece, install the
parallel fence and guide your jigsaw along the workpiece a
shown in figure H.
Sawing in Wood Using a Pilot Hole (Fig. I)
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If necessary, draw a cutting line.
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Drill a hole (ø min. 12 mm) and introduce the saw blade.
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Switch the tool on.
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Follow the line.
•
For cutting perfectly round shapes, install the trammel bar and
set it to the required radius.
Sawing Up to a Projecting Edge (Fig. J)
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Using a conventional blade, cut up to the projected edge.
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Finish off the cut using a flush cutting blade.
Dust Extraction (Fig. F)
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When the tool is used indoor for extended periods of time,
use a suitable dust extractor designed in compliance with
the applicable Directives regarding dust emission.
Sawing in Metal
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Mount an appropriate saw blade.
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Proceed as described above.
WARNING: Use a cooling lubricant (cutting oil) to prevent
overheating of the saw blade or the workpiece
MAINTENANCE
Your D
WALT power tool has been designed to operate
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over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool
care and regular cleaning.
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.
Lubricating the Guide Roller (Fig. B)
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Apply a drop of oil to the guide roller
to prevent jamming.
Cleaning
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of the main housing
with dry air as often as dirt is seen collecting in and around
the air vents. Wear approved eye protection and approved
dust mask 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 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.
Optional Accessories
WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered
by D
WALT, have not been tested with this product, use
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of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous.
To reduce the risk of injury, only D
accessories should be used with this product.
Consult your dealer for further information on the
appropriate accessories.
These include:
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DE3241 Parallel guide
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DE3242 Trammel bar
The following replacement blades are available:
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DT2048 Fine toothed cutting blade
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DT2075 Coarse toothed cutting blade
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DT2160 Metal cutting blade
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DT2074 Flush cutting blade*
* Not available in all countries.
Protecting the Environment
Separate collection. Products and batteries marked
with this symbol must not be disposed of with normal
household waste.
Products and batteries contain materials that can
be recovered or recycled reducing the demand for raw
materials. Please recycle electrical products and batteries
according to local provisions. Further information is available at
www.2helpU.com.
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at regular intervals
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