NOTICE: BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS TO THE GUARD BASKET ASSEMBLY, DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM THE POWER SOURCE AND MAKE CERTAIN THE SAW BLADE HAS STOPPED TURNING COMPLETELY!

26.Left to right movement of the blade guard basket (M) Fig. 28, is obtained by loosening locking knob (H) and sliding the T-Arm (J) to the left or right. Always tighten knob

(H) after adjustment is completed.

H

J

M

27.The blade guard mount bracket has a stop pin (K) Fig.

29that engages hole (L) in the blade guard T-Arm. This is to prevent the T-Arm from being completely pulled out of the guard mount bracket (A). If the T-Arm must be removed from the guard mounting bracket, loosen knob (H), slide T-Arm

(J) to the left until stop pin (K) engages hole (L). Pull pin (K) and continue to slide the T-Arm out.

28.It is recommened that T-Arm (J) be waxed on a weekly basis to allow it to move freely inside the guard mount bracket. Meguiar’s M-2611 paste wax is recommended.

Fig.28

H

K A

L

J

Fig.29

J

Fig.30

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DeWalt 78-955, 78-960 instruction manual

78-960, 78-955 specifications

The DeWalt 78-955 and 78-960 are prominent models within DeWalt's lineup of high-performance industrial tools, designed for professionals who demand precision, durability, and efficiency. These units cater specifically to the needs of construction, woodworking, and metalworking industries, offering a range of features that set them apart from competitors.

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