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DeWalt DCS438B-B3 User Manual

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Lanyard Connection (Fig. A)
Optional Accessory
Safety Warnings Specific for Use At Height
WARNING:
If the tool is dropped for any reason, the lanyard
attachment point and battery strap components
must be inspected and properly serviced prior to
re‑use. The lanyard attachment point is designed
to stretch to absorb the shock of a drop. Any
permanent stretch to the device exposing the
red marked internal coils indicates it has been
compromised and must be serviced prior toreuse.
Remove any wrenches/chuck keys and store them
separately when using atheight.
Do not use hang hook as lanyard
attachmentpoint.
Only use batteries that contain the integral battery
strap. Do not use unsecured batteries while the tool
is tethered. Unsecured batteries may detach from
the tool ifdropped.
Always keep the tool and accessories tethered
when working "at height". (Maximum lanyard
length: 6.5 ft [2m].)
Use only with lanyards appropriate for this tool
type and rated for at least 12.0 lbs (5.44Kg).
Crush, cut or entanglement hazard. Do
not use near moving parts, mechanisms or
runningmachinery.
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.
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are
available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized
servicecenter.
Cleaning
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with
clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the
risk of eye injury, always wear approved eye protection
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 plastic 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.
installing attachments or accessories. An
accidental start‑up can causeinjury.
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.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
Transportation and Storage
During transportation and storage lock the trigger switch
with the lock‑offbutton.
Remove the battery pack during the toolstorage.
Tool Connect™ Chip (Fig. K)
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 causeinjury.
Your tool is Tool Connect™ Chip ready and has a location for
installation of a Tool Connect™ Chip.
Tool Connect™ Chip is an optional application for your
smart device (such as a smart phone or tablet) that connects
the device to utilize the mobile application for inventory
management functions.
Refer to Tool Connect Chip Instruction Sheet for
moreinformation.
Installing the Tool Connect™ Chip
1. Remove the retaining screws
25
that hold the Tool
Connect™ Chip protective cover
26
into thetool.
2. Remove the protective cover and insert the Tool
Connect™ Chip into the empty pocket
27
.
3. Ensure that the Tool Connect™ Chip is flush with the
housing. Secure it with the retaining screws and tighten
thescrews.
4. Refer to Tool Connect Chip Instruction Sheet for
furtherinstructions.
2. Line up wheel with material to be cut. Be sure nothing is
near or in line with thewheel.
3. Depress and hold trigger switch
4
then slowly feed
wheel into work with firm pressure. Do not force the tool.
For maximum efficiency and wheel life, keep the wheel
speedhigh.
4. To stop tool, release trigger switch
4
.
If Using the Dust Shroud for Dust
Collecting (Fig. J)
1. Remove batterypack.
2. Adjust the depth of cut when using the dustshroud.
3. Insert the batterypack.
4. While cutting, keep the shoe flat against the workpiece
and maintain a firm grip, don’t force the cut off tool
through the workpiece. Forcing a cut off tool can
causekickback.
NOTE: If making a partial cut, restarting a cut, or
correcting cut direction. Allow the wheels to come to
a complete stop. To resume cutting, center the wheel
in the kerf (cutting slot)
17
, back and saw away from
cutting edge, pull the trigger and re‑enter the cutslowly.
5. To stop tool, release triggerswitch.

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DeWalt DCS438B-B3 Specifications

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BrandDeWalt
ModelDCS438B-B3
CategoryTools
LanguageEnglish

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