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Protecting the Environment
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Separate collection. Products and batteries marked
with this symbol must not be disposed of with
normal householdwaste.
Products
and batteries
contain materials that can
be recovered or recycled, reducing the demand for raw
materials. Please recycle electrical products
and batteries
according to local provisions. Further information is available at
www.2helpU.com.
Rechargeable Battery Pack
This long‑life battery pack must be recharged when it fails to
produce sufficient power on jobs that were easily done before. At the
end of its technical life, discard it with due care for ourenvironment:
• Run the battery pack down completely, then remove it from
thetool.
• Li‑Ion cells are recyclable. Take them to your dealer or a local
recycling station. The collected battery packs will be recycled or
disposed ofproperly.
Optional Accessories
WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered by
DeWALT, have not been tested with this product, use of such
accessories with this tool could be hazardous. To reduce the risk
of injury, only DeWALT-recommended accessories should be used
with thisproduct.
Consult your dealer for further information on the
appropriateaccessories.
Usage (Fig.A, C)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
turn unit off and remove the battery pack before making
any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or
accessories. An accidental start-up can causeinjury.
WARNING: The ratchet may stall if overloaded causing
a sudden twist. Always expect the tool to twist. Grip the
ratchet firmly to control the twisting action and avoid possible
personalinjury.
CAUTION: Ensure fastener and/or system will withstand the
level of torque generated by the tool. Excessive torque may cause
breakage and possible personalinjury.
Cat # RPM Ft.-Lbs. Nm
DCF503 0–250 0–60 0–81.35
DCF503E 0–250 0–60 0–81.35
DCF504 0–250 0–40 0–54.23
1. Install appropriate accessory onto the anvil
2
.
2. Place the accessory on the fastenerhead.
3. Consider the intended operation and select either forward or
reverserotation.
4. Press variable speed trigger switch
1
to start operation.
5. Release variable speed trigger switch
1
to stopoperation.
6. If the ratchet stalls, the tool is overloaded or is being
improperly used. Release the variable speed trigger switch
1
immediately. Do not press the variable speed trigger switch
1
on and off in an attempt to start a stalled ratchet. Doing so can
damage thetool.
7. The ratchet can also be used manually for starting stubborn
fasteners or snugging by releasing the trigger and applying the
torque byhand.
Worklight (Fig.A)
There is a worklight
6
located on the underside of the tool.
The worklight is activated when the trigger switch is depressed.
When the trigger is released, the worklight may stay illuminated
for up to 20seconds.
NOTE: The worklight is for lighting the immediate work surface
and is not intended to be used as aflashlight.
Lock-off Button (Fig.A)
To lock the tool, slide the lock‑off button
8
to the locked
position. When the lock‑off button is in the locked position, the
tool is locked and the trigger switch
1
cannot bepulled.
the higher the speed of the tool. The anvil will stop as soon as
the trigger switch is fullyreleased.
Forward/Reverse Dial (Fig.E)
A forward/reverse control dial
3
determines the rotational
direction of thetool.
• To select forward rotation (clockwise), release the trigger and
rotate the forward/reverse dial
3
on the head of thetool in a
counterclockwisedirection.
• To select reverse rotation (counterclockwise), release the
trigger and rotate the forward/reverse dial
3
on the head of
thetool in a clockwisedirection.
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 aproblem.
Cleaning
WARNING: Electrical shock and mechanical hazard.
Disconnect the electrical appliance from the power source
beforecleaning.
WARNING: To ensure safe and efficient operation, always
keep the electrical appliance and the ventilation slotsclean.
WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals for
cleaning the non-metallic parts of the tool. These chemicals may
weaken the 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.
Ventilation slots can be cleaned using a dry, soft non‑metallic
brush and/or a suitable vacuum cleaner. Do not use water or
any cleaning solutions. Wear approved eye protection and an
approved dustmask.
MAINTENANCE
Your power tool has been designed to operate over a long
period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous
satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care and
regularcleaning.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
turn tool off and disconnect battery pack before making
any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or
accessories. An accidental start-up can causeinjury.
The charger and battery pack are notserviceable.
Extended Neck Ratchet
The DCF503E features an extended neck to help reach into tight
spaces. Other than this, all other specification and tool operation
is identical toDCF503.
NOTE: Excessive manually applied torque may damage the tool
housing ormechanism.