DeWalt DW983 User Manual

conserve natural resources by returning the spent nickel-cadmium
battery to an authorized DeWALT service center or to your local retailer
for recycling. You may also contact your local recycling center for
information on where to drop off the spent battery.
Important Safety Instructions for Battery
Chargers
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains important
safety instructions for DeWALT battery chargers.
¢ Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary
markings on battery charger, battery and product using battery.
¢ Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
A\CAUTION:To reduce the risk of injury, charge only DEWALT nickel
cadmium rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries may
burst causing personal injury and damage.
A\ CAUTION: Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged in to
the power supply, the exposed charging contacts inside the charger
can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign materials of a
conductive nature such as, but not limited to, steel wool, aluminum
foil, or any buildup of metallic particles should be kept away from
charger cavities. Always unplug the charger from the power supply
when there is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug charger before
attempting to clean.
A\ DANGER: High voltage present at charging terminals. Do not
_ probe with conductive objects. Danger of electric shock or
electrocution.
A\WARNING: Don't allow any liquid to get inside charger or expose to
rain or snow. Electric shock may result.
¢ The charger and battery pack are specifically designed to work
together. DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with any chargers
other than the ones in this manual.
¢ These chargers are not intended for any uses other than charging
DeWALT rechargeable batteries. Any other uses may result in risk of
fire, electric shock or electrocution. :
To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather
than cord when disconnecting charger.
Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over,
or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary.
Use of improper extension cord could result in risk of fire, electric shock,
or electrocution.
An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American
Wire Gauge) for safety. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the
greater the capacity of the cable, that is 16 gauge has more capacity
than 18 gauge. When using more than one extension to make up the
total length, be sure each individual extension contains at least the
minimum wire size.
Recommended Minimum AWG Size for Extension Cords
Total Extension Cord Length (feet)
25 50 75 100 125 150 175
Wire Gauge
== 18: 16 16 14 14 12
The charger is ventilated through slots in the top and the bottom of the
housing. Do not place any object on top of charger or place the charger
on a soft surface that might block the ventilation slots and result in
excessive internal heat. Place the charger in a position away from any
heat source.
Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug — have them
replaced immediately.
Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or
otherwise damaged in any way; take it to an authorized service center.
Do not disassemble charger; take it to an authorized service center
when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a
risk of electric shock, electrocution or fire.
To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before
attempting any cleaning. Removing the battery pack will not reduce this
risk.
NEVER aitempt to connect 2 chargers together.

DeWalt DW983 Specifications

General

Brand	DeWalt
Model	DW983
Category	Power Tool
Language	English