The process of unlocking the saw is as follows. Unlock the bevel lock handle using a wrench. Turn the blade or fences to their initial angle. Unlock the miter lock handle using a wrench. Unlock the bevel lock handle using a wrench.
Lift up the blade guard and then adjust it to its initial position. Now you can use your Dewalt Sliding Miter Saw without any problem, so make sure to read this article carefully so that you do not face any problems while unlocking your Dewalt Sliding Miter Saw and also for proper handling of your saw.
How do you unlock a sliding Dewalt miter saw?
Grip the pin with your free hand while the handle is held in position. Using your free hand, gently pull the rail away from the railing. You can usually get away with 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) of pulling it out before the pin snaps. You can now freely move the blade of your saw thanks to the saw being in the “unlocked” position.