Page 3 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS; Definitions: Safety Guidelines
1 IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS OR ANY D E WALT TOOL, CALL US AT: 1800 654 155 (Aust) or 09 526 2556 (NZ). GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term...
Page 6 - Important Safety Instructions for Battery Chargers
4 • Do not expose charger to rain or snow. • Pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger. This will reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord. • Make sure that cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. • Do not use...
Page 7 - Introduction; READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
5 • 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. • Disconnect the charger from the outlet before attempting any cleaning. This will reduce the risk of electr...
Page 9 - Important Charging Notes; VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH
7 Important Charging Notes 1. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery pack is charged when the air temperature is between 18°- 24°C (65°F and 75°F). DO NOT charge the battery pack in an air temperature below +4.5°C (+40°F), or above +40.5°C (+105°F). This is impor tant and w...
Page 10 - Forward/Reverse Control Button; To select forward rotation,; OPERATION; To install the battery pack into the tool handle; SHOCKS; – Active Vibration Control
8 NOTE: The mode selector (D) must be in drill, hammer or chipping (DC233, DC234-XE only) mode at all times. There are no operable positions in between. Forward/Reverse Control Button (Fig. 2) A forward/reverse control button (C) determines the direction and also serves as a lock-off button. A FIG. ...
Page 11 - Drilling; IF DRILL STALLS
9 SDS Chuck (Fig. 4) WARNING: Turn off tool and remove battery pack from tool before changing accessories or making any adjustments. CAUTION: Do not use chipping bits in this tool. Using chipping bits may cause the tool to bind-up and damage to the tool may occur. To insert bit, inser t shank of bit...
Page 12 - DRILLING IN MASONRY; MAINTENANCE; CHARGER CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS; Lubrication; MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED CAPACITIES; Repairs; FREE ONE YEAR SERVICE CONTRACT
10 6. Use a slow speed to star t the hole and accelerate by squeezing the trigger harder when the hole is deep enough to drill without the bit skipping out. DRILLING IN MASONRY When drilling in masonry, use carbide tipped bits rated for masonry drilling. Be cer tain that the bit is sharp. Ensure tha...
Page 13 - Patent Notification
11 product to sound mechanical and/or electrical condition. Normal wear par ts are not covered in this service. Carbon brushes worn more then 50% will be replaced. NOTE: Three Year Warranty is not applicable to items deemed as consumables. Radial arm saws are covered by a one (1) year warranty only....