DeWalt Max DCS574 User Manual

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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
DeWALT
rip
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
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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
12
,
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.
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)

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.
The circular saw has a convenient hang hook
16
that
allows 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

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.
Cleaning

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.

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.
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
Industrial
Tool Co., 701East Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21286, call

DeWalt Max DCS574 Specifications

General

Brand	DeWalt
Model	Max DCS574
Category	Cordless Saw
Language	English