How to Change the Blade on Dewalt DW321 and DW933 Jigsaw?

Dewalt makes high-quality jigsaws that you can use to make curved and intricate cuts in wood, plastic, metal and ceramic tile. You can also cut a circle with a jigsaw if you know how to do it.

However, to utilize Dewalt’s jigsaws to their full potential, you must know how to change the blade because you cannot cut all materials with one blade. So, today we will discuss how you can change the blade on Dewalt DW321 and DS933 jigsaw. The reason we have selected these two models is that they are frequently bought and highly rated by the users.

How to Change the Blade on Dewalt DW321 and DW933 Jigsaw?

Follow the steps below to change the blade on Dewalt DW321 and DW933 Jigsaw.

  • Make sure that you remove the battery before changing the blade on your jigsaw.
  • Take the blade cover off so you can access the blade easily.

Take the blade cover off so you can access the blade easily

  • Dewalt DW321 and DW933 have a knob at the top that tells you which way to unlock and lock the blade.  

Dewalt DW321 and DW933 have a knob at the top that tells you which way

  • Move the knob counterclockwise 5-7 times until the blade chuck holding the blade is fully open. Make sure that you keep the knob pulled when you move it.  You will see that the blade chuck will disappear as you rotate the knob.

Move the knob counterclockwise 5-7 times until the blade chuck

  • You can now pull out the blade.
  • Make sure that the lever on the side of the blade is set to zero so it is not putting pressure on the blade as you pull it out or insert the blade back.

Make sure that lever on the side of the blade is set to zero so it

  • Slide the blade you want to work with inside the blade slot and move the knob at the top clockwise.
  • Push the knob inside when you see the blade chuck is back in its place.
  • Check to ensure that the blade is secured and won’t fall out while cutting.
  • Install the blade cover back and test your tool once before cutting.

Final Words

Changing blades on Dewalt DW321 & DW933 is a tool-less but slightly complex process. You’ll get the hang of things in a couple of attempts. All the best for your next DIY project!

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