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FIG. 6

E

Q

J

 

R

TO CHANGE SPACING BETWEEN THE FENCE AND VISE

Using the wrench provided, loosen and remove the two fence bolts

(Q). Adjust the fence (E) to desired locations. Insert both fence bolts in provided locations. Securely tighten both fence bolts before use.

Removal and Installation of Wheels (Fig. 7, 8)

WARNING: Turn off and unplug the tool before making any adjustments or removing or installing attachments or accessories. Be sure the trigger switch is in the OFF position. Do not make any adjustment while the wheel is in motion. Do not make any adjustment while chop saw is plugged into power supply.

FIG. 7

L

1.Push in wheel lock lever (L) and rotate wheel (J) by hand until wheel lock lever engages slot in inside flange (S) to lock wheel. Loosen the bolt (T) counterclockwise in the center of the abrasive wheel with the 8 mm hex wrench (G). Bolt has right- hand thread.

FIG. 8

J

V T

S

U

2.Remove the bolt (T), washer (U), outside flange (V) and old wheel (J).

3.Make sure flange surfaces are clean and flat. Install the new abrasive wheel by reversing the above steps.

4.Do not overtighten bolt.

WARNING: Check the work surface that the chop saw rests on when replacing with a new abrasive wheel. It is possible that the wheel may contact ANY ITEMS OR STRUCTURE THAT EXTENDS ABOVE work surface (under the base) when the arm is fully lowered.

Mounting

CAUTION: Tool must be supported on stable, level, non-skid surface to prevent unexpected movement when operating.

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DeWalt D28700 instruction manual Removal and Installation of Wheels, Mounting, To Change Spacing Between the Fence and Vise

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