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Question posted by amitelazar1 on December 22nd, 2015

Problem With The Rip Fence Latch

after using my new dwe 7491 rs for only few hours the rip fence latch is almost completely stuck, turning the fine adjust knob requires substantial effort . is this a common problem with this model? what should i do/

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Answer #1: Posted by waelsaidani1 on December 23rd, 2015 10:06 PM
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Instruction Manual - Page 3

..., contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they can be kept at all thru-cutting. • REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Use clamps to operate tool. • TURN THE MACHINE "OFF", AND DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE before installing or removing accessories, before...
Instruction Manual - Page 4

... your model. Department of a power failure, move into a blade or cutter against the blade to reduce the risk of injury to the instructions. Serious injury can pass unobstructed through the cut -off piece becomes trapped inside the blade guard assembly, turn saw dust and check adjustments to prevent unauthorized use. • ALWAYS lock the fence...
Instruction Manual - Page 5

...use the riving knife whenever possible. Allowing dust to get into the cut made by the saw blade and effectively fights kickback by attention to the following proper set up through the workpiece. The distance behind the saw required...USED THROUGHOUT THE MANUAL AND YOU SHOULD BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THEM. • Thru-sawing refers to any cut that completely... use of a miter gauge or rip fence ...
Instruction Manual - Page 6

... position) J. Damage or personal injury could result. Table M. Rip fence G. English WARNING: Use of this tool. 4 Cut Depth, 45° Bevel 2-1/4" (57 mm) RPM, no load 4800 Unpacking (Fig. 1) WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, FIG. 1 DO NOT connect the machine to assemble the tool. Fine adjust knob P. Bevel lock lever S. Riving knife (non thru sawing) (FIG...
Instruction Manual - Page 7

... blade is against the inner washer and the flange (AA) is functioning. Using the arbor wrench, tighten the arbor nut (X) by turning counterclockwise. Replacement blade MUST not exceed the thickness stated on the tool. Lift up can cause injury. Attach the rip fence (R). (NOTE: Adjust rip scale before proceeding. Refer to ensure it bottoms out. 3. FIG. 4 AA...
Instruction Manual - Page 8

... adjustments. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the blade and in two positions on the right (position 1 for 0" to 24.5" ripping, and position 2 for 4" to 28.5" ripping) and one position on the fence rail with the fence head slot and align the latch (S) with the fence head slots (FF) as shown in place by turning the cam lock knob...
Instruction Manual - Page 9

...the fence using the following procedure: WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit ...Adjust the bracket until it will require calibration for alignment. F 5. MITER GAUGE ADJUSTMENT (FIG. 2) To adjust miter gauge (J) loosen knob, set -ups or when making repairs. Locate both locator pins (DD) that the fence does not move side-to the blade. Check rip scale pointer adjustment...
Instruction Manual - Page 10

...rip only, hollow ground, thin plywood, paneling, etc. • Use...use the set screws to store. If needed , loosen the two larger lock screws (RR). 5. Refer to Position 1 Fence...adjust the riving knife position. 4. Place a square flat against two blade QQ tips. It is recommended that you locate a reputable sharpening service to sharpen your new saw is used... knife lock knob (QQ). ...
Instruction Manual - Page 11

... before adjusting or changing set-ups or when making repairs. Make sure saw is caused by the workpiece binding against the blade. WARNING: When ripping, always use the fence and ...occurs, turn unit off and disconnect machine from power source until the problem has been located and corrected. WARNING: Never use the fence to the blade. • If crosscutting, miter gauge knob is...
Instruction Manual - Page 12

... for making repairs. This feature will provide ample space for ripping operations to remain on both ends of the fence. If more clearance for insertion of a padlock to the operating position. FINE ADJUSTMENT KNOB (FIG. 31) The fine adjustment knob (D) allows smaller adjustments when setting the fence. ALWAYS lock the fence to feed the workpiece if there is H recommended. NOTE...
Instruction Manual - Page 13

... path of material or a panel, always use only one or more push sticks. An uneven lip could cause the push block to the rip fence. NOTE: The length should be safely put your hands close to rip small pieces. The work support. A pattern is complete. IMPORTANT: The over the fence. FIG. 34 V 4-3/4" (121 mm) 1/2" (12.7 mm...
Instruction Manual - Page 14

...and possibly injury. FIG. 37 UU CAUTION: When using both be confined - Adjust the blade height so that is locked at an ... times. This operation is the same as ripping except the bevel angle is complete making sure the push block remains flush to...blade. Remove the rip fence and place the miter gauge in front of the block is set to prevent contact with the blade turning. Never try to...
Instruction Manual - Page 15

...) high flat board can be clamped to the rip fence and the featherboard can be clamped to the desired angle. 3. CAUTION: Always check dado blade clearance before plugging in position and check adjustments when the dado cuts are not thru-cuts, the cuts must be used . Reinstall blade guard assembly, anti-kickback assembly and...
Instruction Manual - Page 16

...adjusting or changing set-ups or when making repairs. Reattach fence upside down on left side of the tool into the storage hole as shown. DO NOT hook locator pins on left side fence locator screws. Also, do not use only a damp cloth on plastic parts. never immerse any liquid get inside the tool; ZZ b) Turn... reset to Figure 46. Pivot fence lock latches to lock into pocket, then ...
Instruction Manual - Page 17

... RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment (including brush inspection and replacement...required under the Federal Consumer Safety Act. Three Year Limited Warranty DEWALT will allow us to contact you are not completely satisfied with the performance of your DEWALT Power Tool, Laser, or Nailer for a free replacement. Always use... is a problem with this tool could be used with this ...
Parts Diagram - Page 3

Partslist,pricing,andavailabilitysubjecttochange.Pleasevisitwww.dewaltservicenet.comfor DWE7491RS Type 2 Description QtyRequired SHOULDERSCREW 3 WASHER 3 SCREW 3 FLATWASHER 3 SPRINGCLIP 1 SCREW 2 STRAPCLAMP 1 OUTERRAIL 2 NUT 6 WAVEWASHER 1 POINTER 1 SCREWW/WASHER 2 SCREWW/WASHER 8 INNERRAIL 1 CAP 2 TABLE 1 ...
Parts Diagram - Page 4

Partslist,pricing,andavailabilitysubjecttochange.Pleasevisitwww.dewaltservicenet.comfor DWE7491RS Type 2 Description QtyRequired COMPRESSIONSPRING 1 ADJUSTINGSHAFT 1 HEXNUT 1 LOCKSHAFT 1 RAILLOCKSHAFTASSY 1 NYLOCKNUT 2 FLATWASHER 3 FENCEKNOB 1 PINNIONGEAR 2 BRACKET 2 GUARD 1 E-RING 4 DOWELPIN 3 GEARROD 1 BEARINGBLOCK 2 SPRINGPLATE 2 ...
Parts Diagram - Page 5

Page3 Partslist,pricing,andavailabilitysubjecttochange.Pleasevisitwww.dewaltservicenet.comfor DWE7491RS Type 2 Description QtyRequired PLATE 1 RELEASEHANDLE 1 CLAMP 2 SPINDLE 1 KEY 1 GEARCASECOVER 1 O-RING 1 BEARING 1 RING 1 RETAININGRING 1 GEAR 1 BEARING 1 O-RING 1 GEARCASE 1 O-RING 1 BRUSH 2 BRUSHHOLDER 2 BRUSHCAP 2 ...
Parts Diagram - Page 6

...27 Parts List for currentpartsinformation. Page4 Partslist,pricing,andavailabilitysubjecttochange.Pleasevisitwww.dewaltservicenet.comfor DWE7491RS Type 2 Description QtyRequired SETSCREW 2 GUARD 1 SCREW 5 SPLITTER 1 SHAFT 1 PIN 1 WIRECLIP 1 PLATE 1 BUSHING 1 SETSCREW 3 COMPRESSIONSPRING 1 FLATWASHER 1 E-RING 1 BRACKET 1 SETSCREW 1 CAP...
Parts Diagram - Page 10

Partslist,pricing,andavailabilitysubjecttochange.Pleasevisitwww.dewaltservicenet.comfor DWE7491RS Type 2 Description QtyRequired RIGHTFOOT 2 LEFTFOOT 2 LEFTFOOT 2 SCREW 6 SCREW 2 SPRINGBRACKET 1 SPRINGPLATE 1 CAMLEVER 1 WASHER 2 BUSHING 2 SPRINGBRACKET 1 SPRINGPLATE 1 CAMLEVER 1 RATINGLABEL 1 DEWALT...

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