Official DeWalt circular saw parts

General maintenance tips for your DeWalt circular saw

• Avoid using solvents and harsh chemicals when cleaning plastic parts on your circular saw. Most plastic parts are susceptible to damage from various types of solvents and chemicals and may be damaged by their use.
• Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil and grease from the circular saw after each use. To remove tough stains, use a cloth moistened with soapy water then wipe the area down with a cloth moistened with plain water. Dry the area with a clean cloth.
• Inspect all parts of the saw regularly. Tighten any loose fasteners. Replace any worn or broken parts.
• Only use identical replacement parts to ensure the safety and reliability of the saw.

Cutting tips when using your DeWalt circular saw

• Always maintain proper control of the saw when cutting. Loss of control could cause an accident resulting in serious personal injury.
• When lifting the saw from the work piece, the blade is exposed on the underside of the saw until the lower blade guard shuts. Make sure that the lower blade guard is closed before setting the saw down.
• Hold the circular saw firmly with both hands when making cuts.
• Avoid placing your and on the workpiece when making a cut.
• Support the work piece to that the is always to the operator's side and not directly in line with your body.
• Support the work piece near the location of the cut.
• Clamp the work piece securely to that the work piece doesn't move during the cut.