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11
ENGLISH
Proper hand position requires one hand on the main handle
8
,
with the other hand on the side handle
5
.
Operation Modes (Fig.A)
WARNING: Do not select the operating mode when the
tool isrunning.
Your tool is equipped with a mode selector dial 
3
to selectthe
mode appropriate to desiredoperation.
Symbol Mode Application
Rotary Drilling
Screwdriving
Drilling into steel, wood
andplastics
Rotary
Hammering
Drilling into concrete and
masonry
Hammering
only
Lightchipping
To select an operating mode:
1. Depress the mode selector release button
4
.
2. Rotate the mode selector dial so that the arrow points to the
symbol corresponding with the desiredmode.
NOTE: The mode selector dial
3
must be in rotary drilling,
rotary hammering or hammering only mode at all times. There
are no operable positions in between. It may be necessary to
briefly run the motor after having changed from 'hammering
only' to 'rotary' modes in order to align thegears.
Performing an Application (Fig.A)
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL
INJURY, ALWAYS ensure workpiece is anchored or
clamped firmly. If drilling thin material, use a wood “back-
up” block to prevent damage to thematerial.
WARNING: Always wait until the motor has come to
a complete standstill before changing the direction
ofrotation.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. E)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position asshown.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a
suddenreaction.
Belt Hook (Fig. D)
Optional Accessory
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ONLY use the tool’s belt hook to hang the
tool from a work belt. DO NOT use the belt hook
for tethering or securing the tool to a person or
object during use. DO NOT suspend tool overhead or
suspend objects from the belt hook.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ensure the screw holding the belt hook
issecure.
IMPORTANT: When attaching or replacing the belt hook
14
,
use only the screw
15
that is provided. Be sure to securely
tighten thescrew.
The belt hook can be be attached to either side of the tool using
only the screw provided, to accommodate left- or right- handed
users. If the hook is not desired at all, it can be removed from
the tool.
To move belt hook, remove the screw that holds the belt hook
in place then reassemble on the opposite side. Be sure to
securely tighten thescrew.
Bit and Bit Holder
WARNING: Burn Hazard. ALWAYS wear gloves when
changing bits. Accessible metal parts on the tool and bits
may get extremely hot during operation. Small bits of
broken material may damage barehands.
The hammerdrill can be fitted with different bits depending on
the desired application. Use sharp drill bitsonly.
Bit Reccomendations
For wood, use twist bits, spade bits, power auger bits or
holesaws.
For metal, use high-speed steel twist drill bits or holesaws.
Use a cutting lubricant when drilling metals. The exceptions
are cast iron and brass which should be drilleddry.
For masonry, such as brick, cement, cinder block, etc., use
carbide-tipped SDS PLUSbits.
SDSPLUS Bit Holder (Fig.F)
NOTE: Special adaptors are needed to use the SDSPLUS bit
holder
9
with straight shank bits and hexagonal screwdriver
bits. Refer to OptionalAccessories.
To insert a drill bit or other accessory:
1. Insert the shank of the bit about 19mm into SDSPLUS
bitholder.
2. Push and rotate bit until it locks in place. The bit will be
securelyheld.
3. To release bit, pull the sleeve
10
back and remove thebit.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use
WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicableregulations.
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 cause injury.

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BrandDeWalt
ModelDCH263
CategoryPower Tool
LanguageEnglish

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