DeWalt DC212-XE - Operation

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To select reverse, depress the forward/reverse control button on the left side of the
tool.
The center position of the control button locks the tool in the off position. When
changing the position of the control button, be sure the trigger is released.
NOTE: The first time the tool is run after changing the direction of rotation, you may
hear a click on start up. This is normal and does not indicate a problem.
OPERATION
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn tool off and
disconnect tool from power source before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories.
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack (Fig. 3)
NOTE: Make sure your battery pack is fully charged.
DC222-XE
DC223-XE
DC224-XE
I
FIG. 3
I
I
DC223-XE
DC224-XE
WARNING: Make certain the switch lock-off button (C) is engaged to prevent
switch actuation before removing or installing battery.
To install the battery pack into the tool handle, align the notch (or rails) inside the
tool’s handle with the battery pack and slide the battery pack firmly into the handle
until you hear the lock snap into place.
To remove the battery pack from the tool, press the release buttons (I) and firmly
pull (or slide) the battery pack out of the tool handle. Insert it into the charger as
described in the charger section of this manual.
NOTE: Operating temperature of this tool is -7˚ to +40˚C (19˚ to 104˚F). Using the
tool outside of this temperature range will decrease the life of the tool.
Shocks – Active Vibration Control
For best vibration control, hold the tool with
FIG. 4
A
K
J
one hand on the main handle (E) and the
other hand on the side handle (A). Apply just
enough pressure so the hammer is
approximately mid-stroke. The hammer only
needs enough pressure to engage the
internal active vibration control. Applying too
much pressure will not make the tool drill
faster and active vibration control will not
engage.
SDS Chuck (Fig. 4)
CAUTION: Do not use chipping bits in this
tool. Using chipping bits may cause the
tool to bind-up and damage to the tool
may occur.
To insert bit, insert shank of bit about 19 mm (3/4") into chuck (J). Push and rotate bit
until it locks in place. The bit will be securely held.
To release bit, pull the sleeve (K) back and remove the bit.
Drilling
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn tool off and
disconnect tool from power source before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories.