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if the lock-on slider is activated when changing from chisel 
mode into hammerdrillingmode.
D25831, D25851
For continuous operation, move the toggle switch
1
 to the 
on position. To stop continuous operation, move the toggle 
switch to the offposition.
Soft Start Feature
The soft start feature allows you to build up speed slowly, 
thus preventing the drill bit from walking off the intended 
hole position when starting. The soft start feature also 
reduces the immediate torque reaction transmitted to the 
gearing and the operator if the hammer is started with the 
drill bit in an existinghole.
Hammerdrilling with a Solid Bit (Fig. A, E)
D25501, D25553, D25601, D25603, 
D25651
NOTE: The D25831 and D25851 have only chipping modes 
with no hammerdrillingcapability.
1.  Set the mode selector
6
 to hammerdrillingmode.
2.  For D25603 and D25651 only, move the torque control 
lever
 8 
 to Setting 1
 14 
.
3.  Set the speed and impact control dial
7
.
4.  Insert the appropriate drillbit.
5.  Adjust the side handle (front or rear position)
3
.
6.  Mark the spot where the hole is to bedrilled.
7.  Place the drill bit on that mark and depress the trigger 
switch
1
.
8.  Apply only enough pressure to engage active 
vibration control (refer to SHOCKS Active Vibration 
Control®System).
9.  To stop the tool, release the trigger switch. 
Always turn the tool off when work is finished and 
beforeunplugging.
Hammerdrilling with a Core Bit (Fig. A, E)
D25501, D25553, D25601, D25603, 
D25651
 
CAUTION: Do not use a core bit for hammerdrilling 
wood. Personal injury and damage to tool mayresult.
NOTE: The D25831, D25851 have only chipping modes with 
no hammerdrillingcapability.
1.  Set the mode selector
6
 to hammerdrillingmode.
2.  For D25603 and D25651 only, move the torque control 
lever
 8 
 to Setting 2
 11 
.
3.  Turn the speed and impact control dial
7
 to the 
desiredspeed.
4.  Adjust the side handle (front or rear position)
3
.
5.  Assemble the centering bit and adapter shank into 
corebit.
6.  Mark the spot where the hole is to bedrilled.
7.  Place the centering bit on that mark and depress the 
trigger switch
1
. 
NOTE: Some core drills require the removal of centering 
bit after about 1 cm of penetration. If so, remove and 
continuehammerdrilling.
8.  When hammerdrilling through a structure thicker than 
the depth of the core bit, break away the round cylinder 
of concrete or core inside the bit at regular intervals. To 
avoid unwanted breaking away of concrete around the 
hole, first drill a hole the diameter of the centering bit 
completely through the structure. Then drill the cored 
hole halfway from each side of thestructure.
9.  To stop the tool, release the trigger switch. 
Always turn the tool off when work is finished and 
beforeunplugging.
Chipping and Chiseling (Fig. A)
D25831, D25851
1.  Set the mode selector
6
 to chippingmode.
2.  Set the impact control dial
7
 to desired setting (refer to 
Electronic Speed and ImpactControl).
3.  Insert the appropriate chisel and rotate it by hand to 
lock it into the desiredposition. 
NOTE: For SDS Max models, only use SDS Maxbits.
4.  Adjust the side handle (front or rear position)
3
.
5.  Depress the trigger switch
1
.
6.  Apply only enough pressure to engage active 
vibration control (refer to SHOCKS Active Vibration 
Control®System).
7.  To stop the tool, release the trigger switch. 
Always turn the tool off when work is finished and 
beforeunplugging.
MAINTENANCE
 
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal 
injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from 
power source before making any adjustments or 
removing/installing attachments or accessories. 
An accidental start-up can causeinjury.
Cleaning
 
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with 
clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk 
of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye 
protection when performingthis.
 
WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh 
chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts of 
the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic 
materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened 
only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid 
get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool 
into aliquid.