DeWalt DCM571 - Optional Accessories

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14. Pull both ends of the cutting line to release them from the
holding slots. If the line extends past the cutting blade on
the guard cut the line so it just reaches the blade.
MAINTENANCE
Your
DeWALT
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 regularcleaning.

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.
1. Keep the air intake slots
44
, shown in figure T, clean to
avoid overheating.
2. Your trimmer line can dry out over time. To keep your
line in top condition, store spare line in a plastic, sealable
bag with a tablespoon of water.
3. Plastic parts may be cleaned by using a mild soap and a
damp rag.
4. The line cutter on the edge of the guard can dull over
time. It is recommended you periodically touch-up the
sharpness of the blade with a file.
The charger and battery pack are notserviceable.
Lubrication
Your power tool requires no additional lubrication.
Cleaning

WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of the main
housing with dry air as often as dirt is seen collecting
in and around the air vents. Wear approved eye
protection and approved dust mask when performing
thisprocedure.

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 aliquid.
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 thisproduct.
Consult your dealer for further information on the
appropriateaccessories.
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WARNING: Do not use any blades, or any accessory
or attachment other than those recommended by
D
e
WALT on this trimmer. Serious injury or product
damage may result.
Use D
e
WALT replacement line Model No. DT20650 (2mm),
DT20651 (2mm), DT20652 (2.5mm).
• For optimal performance, use Dewalt DT20650/51.
DeWALT
DT20652 can also be use but may degrade runtime of the
trimmer. Using any other line with the trimmer can degrade
performance and/or cause damage to the trimmer.
Use
D
e
WALT replacement blades Model No. DT20653
255mm (Tri-Blade Brush Knife), DT20654 (255mm Grass
Cutting Blade), DT20655 (230mm 4T Grass Cutting Blade).
Replacing the Cutting Line (Fig. P–S)
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CAUTION: To avoid appliance damage, if the cutting
line protrudes beyond the trimming blade, cut it off so
that it just reaches the blade.
1. Remove battery.
2. Turn spool
36
clockwise to unlock as shown in figure P.
The white nub
37
inside the spool will rotate away from
the spool window
38
to indicate it is unlocked.
3. Pull the spool straight out to remove.
4. Remove any dirt and grass from the spool and housing.
5. First, wind new line in the channel of the spool closest to
the holding slots
39
as shown in figure Q.
6. Place the end of the cutting line
40
into the retaining
hole
41
.
7. Wind the cutting line onto the spool in the direction of
the arrow on the bottom of the spool.
8. When the wound cutting line reaches the beginning of
the holding slots, cut the line approximately 106mm.
9. Push the line in the holding slots on one side of the spool
to hold the first line while you wind the second line.
10. Repeat the above procedure for the second cutting line
on the lower section of the spool.
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CAUTION: Before you begin trimming, only use the
appropriate type of cutting line. Ensure that cutting line is
present in both sections of the spool as shown in Figure R.
11. Once both lines are wrapped around the spool
36
,
place your thumb and finger on the holding slots to
further secure the string and feed the end of each line
through the two holes
43
on either side of the head in
the spool housing
12
as shown in figure S.
12. Line up the white nubs
37
inside the spool housing
with the recesses
42
of the spool. Align the holding
slots
39
with the two holes
43
as close as possible.
13. Push the spool into the spool housing and turn
counterclockwise to lock the spool in place. Ensure the white
nub appears in the spool window
38
. Make sure the line
doesn't unravel and wrap around the shaft below the spool.