DeWalt Lower Guard Recall and Replacement (DWS779, DWS780, DHS790)
Channel: Mandrid
Date: 2022-11-12

DeWalt issued a recall for a part on some of their miter saws. Apparently, the plastic rear guard can break, and can cause injury to the user. This video shows how to replace the part on a DWS779 (DWS780 and DHS790 models are also affected).

The official recall notice is here: https://www.dewalt.com/miter-saw-recall You can check to see if your saw is affected, and then request a free repair kit to be mailed to you.

0:00 Blather

1:10 Move Blade Guard
1:33 Remove Blade
2:09 Remove Old Lower Guard

3:13 Install New Lower Guard Base
3:51 Re-Attach Spring and Flapper
4:23 Re-Install Blade
5:17 Move Blade Guard