Defi nitions: Safety Guidelines
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the
manual and pay attention to these symbols.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: may Indicates a practice which, if not avoided, not related to personal injury
result in property damage.
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US TOLL FREE AT: 1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258).
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the instruction manual.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
1) WORK AREA SAFETY
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do
not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs
and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators,
ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is
earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool
will increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging
the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault
circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric
shock.
3) PERSONAL SAFETY
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence
of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
b) Protective Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection.
equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before
connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have
the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench
or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better
control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught
in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection
facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can
reduce dust-related hazards.
4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a) The Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.
correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
GUIDE D’UTILISATION
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
DW328
Variable Speed Portable Band Saw
Scies à ruban portatives de vitesse variable
Sierras de banda portátiles de la velocidad variable
INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS DE SERVICIO Y
PÓLIZA DE GARANTÍA. ADVERTENCIA: LÉASE ESTE
INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO.
DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286
(OCT13) Part No. N225013 DW328 Copyright © 2006, 2013 DEWALT
The following are trademarks for one or more D WALT power tools: the yellow and black color scheme, the “D” shaped E
air intake grill, the array of pyramids on the handgrip, the kit box configuration, and the array of lozenge-shaped humps on
the surface of the tool.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool
that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the
power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp
cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits, etc. in accordance with these
instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
5) SERVICE
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Additional Safety Rules – Portable Band Saws
• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation
where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting
accessory contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live”
and could give the operator an electric shock.
• Keep hands away from cutting area and blade. Keep one hand on the main handle
and the other hand on the front handle to prevent loss of control which could result in
personal injury.
• Always make sure the portable band saw is clean before using.
• Always cease operation at once if you notice any abnormality whatsoever.
• Always be sure all components are mounted properly and securely before using tool.
• Always handle the band saw blade with care when mounting or removing it.
• Always keep your hands out of the line of the band saw blade.
• Always wait until the motor has reached full speed before starting a cut.
• Always keep handles dry, clean, and free of oil and grease. Hold the tool firmly when in use.
• Always be alert at all times, especially during repetitive, monotonous operations. Always be
sure of position of your hands relative to the blade.
• Never remove material guide/work stop.
• Stay clear of end pieces that may fall after cutting off. They may be hot, sharp and/or heavy.
Serious personal injury may result.
WARNING: DO NOT modify and/or use this tool for any application other than for which it
was designed.
WARNING: Shock Hazard. Exercise extreme caution when cutting blind into conduit and
pipe. Be sure the object being cut does not contain electrical wires, gases, or water, etc., which
could create hazardous conditions causing personal injury and property damage.
• Air vents often cover moving parts and should be avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American Wire Gauge)
for safety. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cable,
that is 16 gauge has more capacity than 18 gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. When using more than one extension
to make up the total length, be sure each individual extension contains at least the minimum
wire size. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge
number, the heavier the cord.
Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
Ampere Rating
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters)
120 V 25 (7.6) 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7)
240 V 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 200 (61.0) 300 (91.4)
More
Than
Not More
Than AWG
0 6 18 16 16 14
6 10 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not Recommended
WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses.
Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY
EQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To
reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved
safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling,
and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas
with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may
promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disperse dust, which may cause serious and
permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection
appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body.
• The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their definitions
are as follows:
V .....................volts A .........................amperes
Hz ...................hertz W ........................watts
min .................minutes or AC .............alternating current
or DC .....direct current or AC/DC......alternating or direct current
...................Class I Construction no .......................no load speed
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.(grounded) n .........................rated speed
................... Class II Construction .......................earthing terminal
(double insulated) ........................safety alert symbol
…/min ............per minute BPM ...................beats per minute
IPM .................impacts per minute RPM ...................revolutions per minute
SPM ...............strokes per minute sfpm ...................surface feet per minute
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE
Motor
Be sure your power supply agrees with the nameplate marking. Voltage decrease of more than
10% will cause loss of power and overheating. D WALT tools are factory tested; if this tool does E
not operate, check power supply.
This band saw is designed to cut various types of material up to 4-3/4" (120 mm) diameter or
4-1/2" (114 mm) x 4-3/4" (120 mm) rectangular shape at 90˚.
COMPONENTS (Fig. 1, 2)
WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it. Damage or personal injury could
result.
A. Auxiliary handle I. Speed wheel
B. Lock button J. Blade
C. Trigger switch K. Rubber tires
D. Main handle L. Pulley
E. Material guide/Work stop M. Blade guard
F. Guide rollers
G. Blade tracking adjustment nut
H. Blade tension lever
INTENDED USE
This heavy-duty band saw is designed for professional metal cutting applications.
DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of flammable liquids or gases.
This band saw is a professional power tool. let children come into contact with the DO NOT
tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use this tool.
If you have questions or comments, contact us.
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