DeWalt XR LI-ION DCS388 - Technical Data and Operation; Technical Data; Additional Safety Instructions; Switching On and Off

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ENGLISH
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to
personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in
propertydamage.
Denotes risk of electricshock.
Denotes risk offire.
Additional Safety Instructions for
Reciprocating Saws
• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces when
performing an operation where the cutting accessory
may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory contacting
a “live” wire will make exposed metal parts of the power tool
“live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
• ALWAYS wear a dust mask. Exposure to dust particles can
cause breathing difficulty and possible injury.
• Never switch on the tool when the saw blade is jammed in
the workpiece or in contact with the material.
• Keep hands away from moving parts. Never place your
hands near the cutting area.
• Use extra caution when cutting overhead and pay
particular attention to overhead wires which may be
hidden from view. Anticipate the path of falling branches
and debris ahead of time.
• Do not operate this tool for long periods of time.
Vibration caused by the operating action of this tool may
cause permanent injury to fingers, hands, and arms. Use
gloves to provide extra cushion, take frequent rest periods, and
limit daily time of use.
Switching On and Off
• After switching off, never attempt to stop the saw blade with
your fingers.
• Never put the saw down on a table or work bench unless
switched off. The saw blade will keep running briefly after the
tool has been switched off.
When Sawing
• When using saw blades specially designed for cutting wood
remove all nails and metal objects from the workpiece before
starting work.
• Wherever possible, use clamps and vices to fasten the
workpiece securely.
• Do not attempt to saw extremely small workpieces.
• Do not bend too far forward. Make sure that you always stand
firmly, particularly on scaffolding and ladders.
• Always hold the saw with both hands.
• For cutting curves and pockets, use an adapted saw blade.
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English
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to
personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in
propertydamage.

Denotes risk of electricshock.

Denotes risk offire.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings

WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
seriousinjury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-
operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
powertool.
Work Area Safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas inviteaccidents.
b) 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.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to losecontrol.
Electrical Safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of
electricshock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock
if your body is earthed orgrounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electricshock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the
risk of electricshock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electricshock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk
of electricshock.
English (original instructions)
CORDLESS RECIPROCATING SAW
DCS388
Congratulations!
You have chosen a DeWALT tool. Years of experience, thorough
product development and innovation make
DeWALT one of the
most reliable partners for professional power toolusers.
Technical Data
DCS388
Max/Rating Voltage V
DC
60/54
Battery type Li-Ion
Max. power output W 1550
No load speed min
-1
0–3000
Stroke length mm 28.6
Cutting capacity in wood/metal profiles/
plastic tubes
mm 300/130/160
Weight (without battery pack) kg 3.54
Battery pack DCB606 DCB546
Battery type Li-Ion Li-Ion
Voltage V
DC
20/60 18/54
Capacity Ah 6.0/2.0 6.0/2.0
Weight kg 1.05 1.05
Charger DCB118
Mains voltage V
AC
220-240
Battery type 20/60Li-Ion
Approx. charging time
of battery packs
min 22 (1.3 Ah) 22 (1.5 Ah) 30 (2.0 Ah)
45 (3.0 Ah) 60 (4.0 Ah) 75 (5.0 Ah)
60 (6.0 Ah)
Weight kg 0,66
The DCB118 charger accepts 18/20V Li-Ion XR and
XRFLEXVOLT
TM
battery packs (DCB181, DCB182, DCB183,
DCB183B, DCB184, DCB184B, DCB185 DCB546 and DCB606).
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the
instruction manual.
Definitions: Safety Guidelines
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each
signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to
thesesymbols.

ZV DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
seriousinjury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
seriousinjury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderateinjury.
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English
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to
personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in
propertydamage.

Denotes risk of electricshock.

Denotes risk offire.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings

WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
seriousinjury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-
operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
powertool.
Work Area Safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas inviteaccidents.
b) 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.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to losecontrol.
Electrical Safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of
electricshock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock
if your body is earthed orgrounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electricshock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the
risk of electricshock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electricshock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk
of electricshock.
English (original instructions)
CORDLESS RECIPROCATING SAW
DCS388
Congratulations!
You have chosen a DeWALT tool. Years of experience, thorough
product development and innovation make
DeWALT one of the
most reliable partners for professional power toolusers.
Technical Data
DCS388
Max/Rating Voltage V
DC
60/54
Battery type Li-Ion
Max. power output W 1550
No load speed min
-1
0–3000
Stroke length mm 28.6
Cutting capacity in wood/metal profiles/
plastic tubes
mm 300/130/160
Weight (without battery pack) kg 3.54
Battery pack DCB606 DCB546
Battery type Li-Ion Li-Ion
Voltage V
DC
20/60 18/54
Capacity Ah 6.0/2.0 6.0/2.0
Weight kg 1.05 1.05
Charger DCB118
Mains voltage V
AC
220-240
Battery type 20/60Li-Ion
Approx. charging time
of battery packs
min 22 (1.3 Ah) 22 (1.5 Ah) 30 (2.0 Ah)
45 (3.0 Ah) 60 (4.0 Ah) 75 (5.0 Ah)
60 (6.0 Ah)
Weight kg 0,66
The DCB118 charger accepts 18/20V Li-Ion XR and
XRFLEXVOLT
TM
battery packs (DCB181, DCB182, DCB183,
DCB183B, DCB184, DCB184B, DCB185 DCB546 and DCB606).
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the
instruction manual.
Definitions: Safety Guidelines
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each
signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to
thesesymbols.

ZV DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
seriousinjury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
seriousinjury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderateinjury.
English (original instructions)
CORDLESS RECIPROCATING SAW
DCS388
Congratulations!
You have chosen a DeWALT tool. Years of experience, thorough
product development and innovation make
DeWALT one of the
most reliable partners for professional power toolusers.
Technical Data
DCS388
Max/Rating Voltage V
DC
60/54
Battery type Li-Ion
Max. power output W 1550
No load speed min
-1
0–3000
Stroke length mm 28.6
Cutting capacity in wood/metal profiles/
plastic tubes
mm 300/130/160
Weight (without battery pack) kg 3.54
Battery pack DCB606 DCB546
Battery type Li-Ion Li-Ion
Voltage V
DC
20/60 18/54
Capacity Ah 6.0/2.0 6.0/2.0
Weight kg 1.05 1.05
Charger DCB118
Mains voltage V
AC
220-240
Battery type 20/60Li-Ion
Approx. charging time
of battery packs
min 22 (1.3 Ah) 22 (1.5 Ah) 30 (2.0 Ah)
45 (3.0 Ah) 60 (4.0 Ah) 75 (5.0 Ah)
60 (6.0 Ah)
Weight kg 0,66
The DCB118 charger accepts 18/20V Li-Ion XR and
XRFLEXVOLT
TM
battery packs (DCB181, DCB182, DCB183,
DCB183B, DCB184, DCB184B, DCB185 DCB546 and DCB606).
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the
instruction manual.
Definitions: Safety Guidelines
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each
signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to
thesesymbols.
ZV DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
seriousinjury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
seriousinjury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderateinjury.
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ENGLISH
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.
Protecting the Environment
Separate collection. Products and batteries marked
with this symbol must not be disposed of with normal
household waste.
Products and batteries contain materials that can
be recovered or recycled reducing the demand for raw
materials. Please recycle electrical products and batteries
according to local provisions. Further information is available at
www.2helpU.com.
Rechargeable Battery Pack
This long life battery pack must be recharged when it fails
to produce sufficient power on jobs which were easily done
before. At the end of its technical life, discard it with due care for
our environment:
• Run the battery pack down completely, then remove it from
the tool.
• Li-Ion cells are recyclable. Take them to your dealer or a
local recycling station. The collected battery packs will be
recycled or disposed of properly.
12
ENGLISH
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.
Protecting the Environment
Separate collection. Products and batteries marked
with this symbol must not be disposed of with normal
household waste.
Products and batteries contain materials that can
be recovered or recycled reducing the demand for raw
materials. Please recycle electrical products and batteries
according to local provisions. Further information is available at
www.2helpU.com.
Rechargeable Battery Pack
This long life battery pack must be recharged when it fails
to produce sufficient power on jobs which were easily done
before. At the end of its technical life, discard it with due care for
our environment:
• Run the battery pack down completely, then remove it from
the tool.
• Li-Ion cells are recyclable. Take them to your dealer or a
local recycling station. The collected battery packs will be
recycled or disposed of properly.
12
ENGLISH
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.
Protecting the Environment
Separate collection. Products and batteries marked
with this symbol must not be disposed of with normal
household waste.
Products and batteries contain materials that can
be recovered or recycled reducing the demand for raw
materials. Please recycle electrical products and batteries
according to local provisions. Further information is available at
www.2helpU.com.
Rechargeable Battery Pack
This long life battery pack must be recharged when it fails
to produce sufficient power on jobs which were easily done
before. At the end of its technical life, discard it with due care for
our environment:
• Run the battery pack down completely, then remove it from
the tool.
• Li-Ion cells are recyclable. Take them to your dealer or a
local recycling station. The collected battery packs will be
recycled or disposed of properly.