DeWalt XR Li-ION Series

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2. Push and rotate bit until it locks in place. The bit will be
securelyheld.
3. To release bit, pull the sleeve
(
10
) back and remove thebit.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use

WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicableregulations.

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.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. E)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position asshown.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a
suddenreaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the main handle
(
8
) ,
with the other hand on the side handle (
5
) .
Operation Modes (Fig.A)

WARNING: Do not select the operating mode when the
tool isrunning.
Your tool is equipped with a mode selector dial 
(
3
) to selectthe
mode appropriate to desired operation.
Symbol Mode Application
Rotary Drilling
Screwdriving
Drilling into steel, wood
andplastics
Rotary
Hammering
Drilling into concrete and
masonry
Hammering
only
Lightchipping
To select an operating mode:
1. Depress the mode selector release button (
4
) .
2. Rotate the mode selector dial so that the arrow points to the
symbol corresponding with the desired mode.
NOTE: The mode selector
(
3
) must be in rotary drilling, rotary
hammering or hammering only mode at all times. There are no
operable positions inbetween. It may be necessary to briefly
run the motor after having changed from 'hammering only' to
'rotary' modes in order to align thegears.
Performing an Application (Fig.A)

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL
INJURY, ALWAYS ensure workpiece is anchored or
clamped firmly. If drilling thin material, use a wood “back-
up” block to prevent damage to thematerial.

WARNING: Always wait until the motor has come to
a complete standstill before changing the direction
ofrotation.
1. Choose and install the appropriate chuck, adapter, and/or
bit onto to the tool. Refer to Bit and Bit Holders.
2. Using the mode selector dial
(
3
) , selectthe mode
appropriate to desired application. Refer to
OperationModes.
3. Adjust the side handle
(
5
) asrequired.
4. Place the bit/chisel on the desired location.
5. Select the direction ofrotation using the forward/reverse
button
(
2
) . When changing the position of the control
button, be sure the trigger isreleased.
- To select forward rotation, press the for ward/re verse
control button on the right side of thetool.
- To select reverse, press the forward/reverse control
button on the left side of thetool.
NOTE: The center position of the control button locks
the tool in the off position.
6. Depress the trigger switch
(
1
) . The farther you depress
the trigger switch, the faster the tool will operate. For
maximum tool life, use variable speed only for starting holes
orfasteners.
NOTE: Depending on your tool, depressing the trigger
switch activates a worklight
(
13
) designed to illuminate the
immediate work surface. Refer to Description. The worklight
will automatically turn off 20 seconds after the trigger
switch is released.

WARNING:
• Do not use this tool to mix or pump easily combustible
or explosive fluids (benzine, alcohol, etc.).
• Do not mix or stir inflammable liquids
labelledaccordingly.
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.
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