DeWalt DCS356P2-QW Manual

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Installing/Removing Accessories (Fig.C–M, Q)
Tool-free Accessory clamp (Fig.C–E)
The DCS355, DCS356 features a quick change accessory system.
This allows for faster accessory changes without the need for
wrenches or hex keys like other oscillating toolsystems.
1. Grasp the tool and squeeze the accessory clamping lever
3
as shown in FigureC.
2. Clean any residual debris from the tool shaft and the
accessoryholder.
3. Slide the accessory between the shaft
22
and the accessory
holder making sure the accessory engages all eight pins on
the holder and is flush with the shaft. Ensure the accessory is
oriented as shown in FigureD.
Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack from the
Tool (Fig. B)
NOTE: Make sure your battery pack
8
is fullycharged.
To Install the Battery Pack into the Tool Handle
1. Align the battery pack
8
with the rails inside the tool’s
handle (Fig. B).
2. Slide it into the handle until the battery pack is firmly seated
in the tool and ensure that you hear the lock snap intoplace.
To Remove the Battery Pack from the Tool
1. Press the release button
9
and firmly pull the battery pack
out of the toolhandle.
2. Insert battery pack into the charger.
Fuel Gauge Battery Packs (Fig. B)
Some DeWALT battery packs include a fuel gauge which
consists of three green LED lights that indicate the level of
charge remaining in the batterypack.
To actuate the fuel gauge, press and hold the fuel gauge
button
11
. A combination of the three green LED lights will
illuminate designating the level of charge left. When the level
of charge in the battery is below the usable limit, the fuel gauge
will not illuminate and the battery will need to berecharged.
NOTE: The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on
the battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality and is
subject to variation based on product components, temperature
and end‑userapplication.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

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.

WARNING: Use only DeWALT battery packs andchargers.
• Young children and the infirm. This appliance is not
intended for use by young children or infirm persons without
supervision.
• This product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) suffering from diminished physical, sensory or mental
abilities; lack of experience, knowledge or skills unless they are
supervised by a person responsible for their safety. Children
should never be left alone with thisproduct.
4. Release the accessory clamplever.
NOTE: Some accessories, such as scrapers and blades, can be
mounted at an angle if required, as shown in FigureE.
Installing/Removing Sanding Sheets (Fig.F)
A diamond shaped platen uses a hook and loop adhesion
system to attach the sanding sheets. The platen allows you to
use it on large flat surfaces and tight spots orcorners.
1. Attach the sanding platen
23
as described under Installing/
RemovingAccessories.
2. Align the edges on the sanding sheet, with the edge of the
sanding platen and press the sanding sheet
24
onto theplaten.
3. Firmly press the base with the sanding sheet attached
against a flat surface and briefly switch the tool on. This provides
for good adhesion between the platen and the sanding sheet
and also helps to prevent prematurewear.
4. When the tip of the sanding sheet becomes worn, detach
the sheet from the platen, rotate andreapply.
Attaching Accessories Using the Universal
Adapter (Fig.G)

CAUTION: To avoid injury, do not use any accessory for an
application where the adaptor may fail to hold theaccessory.

CAUTION: Read and follow all manufacturers' safety
warnings for any accessories used with thistool.

CAUTION: To avoid injury, ensure adaptor and accessory are
securelytightened.
Non‑DeWALT accessories can be attached using the
universaladaptor.
1. Place the washer
20
on thetool.
2. Place accessory
12
ontowasher.
3. Tighten and secure adaptor nut
18
using hex wrench
16
.
Attaching the Cut Guide (Fig.H–M)
The depth/cut guide allows you to precisely cut material at a
specified depth and more accurately track a marked cutline.
1. Attach the cut guide block
6
by inserting the accessory
tabs
13
on the guide into the accessory side mount slots
5
on
the main body of thetool.
NOTE: The depth/cut guide can be attached to either side of
thetool.
2. Secure the block to the main body with the supplied
screw
15
and washer
21
. Tighten with the supplied hex
wrench
16
.
Depth Guide (Fig.I, J)
This feature allows you to precisely cut material at a
specifieddepth.
1. Insert the guide arm
7
as shown in FigureI into the front
slot on the guide block
6
.
2. Adjust the length of the guide by pulling out or pushing
inward to achieve the desired cut depth as shown in FigureJ.
3. Secure the guide in place by turning the depth/cut
adjustment knob
14
clockwise. To release the guide turn the
depth/cut adjustment knobcounterclockwise.
Cut Guide (Fig.K–M)
This feature allows you to more accurately track a marked
cutline.
1. Insert the guide arm
7
as shown in FigureK into the slots on
the left and right sides of the guide block
6
.
2. Adjust the length of the guide by pulling out or pushing
inward to achieve the desired length as shown in FigureL.

WARNING: Risk of lacerations or burns. Do not touch
the sharp edges of accessories at any time. Do not touch
workpiece or blade immediately after operating the tool. They can
become very hot. Handle carefully. Always allow accessories and
workpiece to cool beforehandling.

DeWalt DCS356P2-QW Specifications

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Brand	DeWalt
Model	DCS356P2-QW
Category	Power Tool
Language	English