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Motor Overload and Power Loss Reset Switch

FIG. 45

If power is interrupted by a circuit breaker trip, or power is lost, the saw contains a power loss reset switch feature that will automatically reset to OFF position.

Circuit breaker overload is often the result of a dull blade. Change your blade on a regular basis to avoid tripping your breaker. Disconnect the saw from power source and check your blade before re-setting the circuit breaker and continuing to saw.

Lubrication (Fig. 44)

N

FIG. 44

1. All motor bearings are permanently lubricated at the factory and

 

no additional lubrication is needed.

K

2. The height adjustment screw may require periodic cleaning and

 

lubrication. If you have difficulty raising or lowering the blade:

ZZ

a)

Unplug the saw.

 

b)

Turn the saw on its side, so the bottom, open part of the unit

J

 

is accessible.

c)

Clean and lubricate the height adjustment screw threads (ZZ)

 

 

on the underside of this saw with general purpose grease.

FIG. 46

 

Refer to Figure 44.

 

 

STORAGE (Fig. 45–50)

1. Attach push stick (V) to fence.

2.Remove blade guard assembly (K). See Remove Blade Guard Assembly. Slide blade guard assembly into holder as shown, then turn lever counterclockwise to lock.

3.Depress the stem on the anti-kickback assembly (N) to allow the assembly to slide from the riving knife slot.

4.Position anti-kickback assembly into the storage hole as shown. While depressing stem (II) slide the anti-kickback assembly across the storage bracket (A1) and release pin to lock into place.

5.Slide blade wrenches (U) into pocket until yellow button aligns with hole to secure in place, refer to Figure 47.

6.Insert guide bar of miter guage (J) into pocket, then pivot and snap in place (Fig. 45).

7.Wrap cord in this location (A2, Fig. 46).

8.Non thru-sawing riving knife (W) slides in place underneath the saw, below the cord wrap. Refer to Figure 50.

9.To store fence (K), snap work support in stored position. Remove fence from rails. Reattach fence upside down on left side of saw. Refer to Figure 46. DO NOT hook locator pins on left side fence locator screws. These screws will align with clearance pocket on fence as shown. Pivot fence lock latches to secure.

V

A2

FIG. 47

U

FIG. 49

R

II

N

MAINTENANCE

 

A1

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and disconnect machine from

 

 

 

power source before installing and removing accessories, before adjusting or

 

 

changing set-ups or when making repairs. An accidental start-up can cause injury.

 

 

Cleaning

FIG. 48

FIG. 50

WARNING: Blowing dust and chips out of the motor housing using clean, dry compressed

 

 

air is a necessary regular maintenance procedure. Dust and chips containing metal particles

 

 

often accumulate on interior surfaces and could create an electrical shock or electrocution if

 

 

not frequently cleaned out. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.

 

 

CAUTION: When cleaning, use only a damp cloth on plastic parts. Many household

 

W

cleaners contain chemicals which could seriously damage plastic. Also, do not use gasoline,

 

 

turpentine, lacquer or paint thinner, dry cleaning fluids or similar products which may seriously

 

 

damage plastic parts. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the

 

 

tool into a liquid.

 

 

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DeWalt DWE7491, DWE7490 Motor Overload and Power Loss Reset Switch, Lubrication Fig, Storage Fig, Maintenance, Cleaning

DWE7490, DWE7491 specifications

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