Dewalt DCH133B Instruction Manual - Page 10

English Storage Recommendations 1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry, away from direct sunlight and excess heat or cold. 2. For long storage, it is recommended to store a fully charged battery pack in a cool dry place out of the charger for optimal results. NOTE: Battery packs should not be stored completely depleted of charge. The battery pack will need to be recharged before use. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE COMPONENTS (FIG. A) WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it. Damage or personal injury could result. Refer to Figure A at the beginning of this manual for a complete list of components. INTENDED USE Your heavy-duty cordless rotary hammers are designed for professional concrete drilling and chiseling applications. DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of flammable liquids or gases. Your heavy-duty cordless rotary hammers are professional power tools. DO NOT let children come into contact with the tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use this tool. ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS 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. Side Handle and Depth Rod (Fig. A, D) WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, ALWAYS operate the tool with the side handle properly installed. Failure to do so may result in the side handle slipping during tool operation and subsequent loss of control. Hold tool with both hands to maximize control. The side handle 3 clamps to the front of the gear case and may be rotated 360˚ to permit right- or left-hand use. The side handle must be tightened sufficiently to resist the twisting action of the tool if the accessory binds or stalls. Be sure to grip the side handle at the far end to control the tool during a stall. To loosen side handle, rotate counterclockwise. To Adjust the Depth Rod (Fig. D) 1. Push in and hold the depth rod release button 9 on the side handle. 2. Move the depth rod 8 so the distance between the end of the rod and the end of the bit equals the desired drilling depth. Fig. D 9 8 3 3. Release the button to lock rod into position. When drilling with the depth rod, stop when end of rod reaches surface of material. Bit and Bit Holder WARNING: Burn Hazard. ALWAYS wear gloves when changing bits. Accessible metal parts on the tool and bits may get extremely hot during operation. Small bits of broken material may damage bare hands. The hammerdrill can be fitted with different bits depending on the desired application. Use sharp drill bits only. Bit Reccomendations • For wood, use twist bits, spade bits, power auger bits or hole saws. • For metal, use high-speed steel twist drill bits or hole saws. Use a cutting lubricant when drilling metals. The exceptions are cast iron and brass which should be drilled dry. • For masonry, such as brick, cement, cinder block, etc., use carbide-tipped bits rated for percussion drilling. SDS Plus Bit Holder (Fig. E) NOTE: Special adapters are needed to use the SDS Plus bit holder with straight shank bits and hexagonal screwdriver bits. Refer to Optional Accessories. To insert a drill bit or other accessory: 1. Insert the shank of the bit about 19 mm (3/4") into SDS Plus tool holder 11 . 2. Push and rotate bit until it locks in place. The bit will be securely held. 3. To release bit, pull the sleeve 14 back and remove the bit. Fig. E 14 11 8