Dewalt DCS331M1 Instruction Manual - Page 2

FIG. 1 D E G H FIG. 3 B FIG.4 FIG. 2 A C B F AB O I FIG. 5 J FIG. 6 D E L K FIG. 7 F G FIG. 8 H FIG. 9 K I FIG. 10 FIG. 11 FIG. 12 FIG. 13 GM G J N J • Do not disassemble the 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 electric shock. Removing the battery pack will not reduce this risk. • NEVER attempt to connect 2 chargers together. • The charger is designed to operate on standard 120V household electrical power. Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage. This does not apply to the vehicular charger. Chargers Your tool uses a DEWALT charger. Be sure to read all safety instructions before using your charger. Consult the chart at the end of this manual for compatibility of chargers and battery packs. Charging Procedure (Fig. 3) 1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before inserting the battery pack. 2. Insert the battery pack (B) into the charger, as shown in Figure 3, making sure the pack is fully seated in charger. The red (charging) light will blink continuously, indicating that the charging process has started. 3. The completion of charge will be indicated by the red light remaining ON continuously. The pack is fully charged and may be used at this time or left in the charger. Indicator Light Operation PACK CHARGING PACK CHARGED HOT/COLD DELAY x PROBLEM PACK OR CHARGER PROBLEM POWERLINE Charge Indicators This charger is designed to detect certain problems that can arise. Problems are indicated by the red light flashing at a fast rate. If this occurs, re-insert the battery pack into the charger. If the problem persists, try a different battery pack to determine if the charger is working properly. If the new pack charges correctly, then the original pack is defective and should be returned to a service center or other collection site for recycling. If the new battery pack elicits the same trouble indication as the original, have the charger and the battery pack tested at an authorized service center. HOT/COLD DELAY This charger has a hot/cold delay feature: when the charger detects a battery that is hot, it automatically starts a delay, suspending charging until the battery has cooled. After the battery has cooled, the charger automatically switches to the pack charging mode. This feature ensures maximum battery life. The red light flashes long, then short while in the hot/cold delay mode. LEAVING THE BATTERY PACK IN THE CHARGER The charger and battery pack can be left connected with the charge indicator showing Pack Charged. WEAK BATTERY PACKS: Weak batteries will continue to function but should not be expected to perform as much work. FAULTY BATTERY PACKS: This charger will not charge a faulty battery pack. The charger will indicate faulty battery pack by refusing to light or by displaying problem pack or charger. NOTE: This could also mean a problem with a charger. PROBLEM POWER LINE Some chargers have a Problem Powerline indicator. When the charger is used with some portable power sources such as generators or sources that convert DC to AC, the charger may temporarily suspend operation, flashing the red light with two fast blinks followed by a pause. This indicates the power source is out of limits. Important Charging Notes 1. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery pack is charged when the air temperature is between 65 °F and 75 °F (18° - 24 °C). DO NOT charge the battery pack in an air temperature below +40 °F (+4.5 °C), or above +105 °F (+40.5 °C). This is important and will prevent serious damage to the battery pack. 2. The charger and battery pack may become warm to the touch while charging. This is a normal condition, and does not indicate a problem. To facilitate the cooling of the battery pack after use, avoid placing the charger or battery pack in a warm environment such as in a metal shed or an uninsulated trailer. 3. A cold battery pack will charge at about half the rate of a warm battery pack. The battery pack will charge at that slower rate throughout the entire charging cycle and will not return to maximum charge rate even if the battery pack warms. 4. If the battery pack does not charge properly: a. Check operation of receptacle by plugging in a lamp or other appliance; b. Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light switch which turns power off when you turn out the lights; c. Move the charger and battery pack to a location where the surrounding air temperature is approximately 65 °F - 75 °F (18° - 24 °C); d. If charging problems persist, take the tool, battery pack and charger to your local service center. 5. The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to produce sufficient power on jobs which were easily done previously. DO NOT CONTINUE to use under these conditions. Follow the charging procedure. You may also charge a partially used pack whenever you desire with no adverse effect on the battery pack. 6. Foreign materials of a conductive nature such as, but not limited to, grinding dust, metal chips, 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 the charger before attempting to clean. 7. Do not freeze or immerse the charger in water or any other liquid. WARNING: Shock hazard. Don't allow any liquid to get inside the charger. Electric shock may result. WARNING: Burn hazard. Do not submerge the battery pack in any liquid or allow any liquid to enter the battery pack. Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If the plastic housing of the battery pack breaks or cracks, return to a service center for recycling. 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 Motor Be sure your power supply agrees with the nameplate marking. Voltage decrease of more than 10% will cause loss of power and overheating. DEWALT tools are factory tested; if this tool does not operate, check power supply. COMPONENTS (Fig. 1, 2) WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it. Damage or personal injury could result. A. Battery release button F. Bevel lever B. Battery pack G. Shoe C. Trigger switch H. Orbital action lever D. Trigger lock button I. Dust blower control E. Blade release lever J. No-mar shoe cover INTENDED USE Your DCS331 jig saw is designed for professional cutting of wood, steel, aluminium, plastic and ceramic material. DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of flammable liquids or gases. This jig saw is a professional power tool. DO NOT let children come into contact with the tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use this tool. Trigger Switch (Fig. 1) To start the jig saw, squeeze the trigger switch (C). To slow and stop the jig saw, release the trigger switch. VARIABLE SPEED (FIG. 5) As the trigger switch is pressed in, the strokes-per-minute continue to increase, but not to exceed the maximum speed of the tool. As the trigger is released, the blade strokes-per-minute reduce. The trigger lock button (D) should be depressed whenever the tool is not in use to eliminate the chance of accidental starting. ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, depress the trigger lock button and disconnect battery pack before making any adjustments or removing/ installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up can cause injury. Blade Installation and Removal (Fig. 6) TO INSTALL A BLADE NOTE: This jig saw uses only T-shank jig saw blades. NOTE: The DT2074 flush cutting blade is for use with DEWALT DCS331, DW331 and DC330 jig saws only. NOTE: When installing flush cutting blades (DT2074), the anti-splinter insert must be removed and the shoe must to be in the 0° positive stop position. 1. Lift the keyless blade release lever (E) as shown in Figure 6. 2. Insert the T-shank blade into the clamp mechanism (K) while guiding the back of the blade into the groove of the guide rollers (L). 3. The T-shank should be completely inside the clamp mechanism as shown in Figure 6. 4. Release the keyless blade release lever. TO REMOVE A BLADE CAUTION: Do not touch used blades, they may be hot. Personal injury may result. 1. Lift the keyless blade release lever (E). 2. With a slight shake the blade will drop out. Beveling the Shoe (Fig. 7) To unlock the shoe, pull the keyless bevel lever (F) to the side. To lock the shoe, push the keyless bevel lever back under the body of the jigsaw. TO BEVEL THE SHOE 1. Unlock the shoe. 2. Slide the shoe (G) forward to release it from the 0° positive stop position. 3. The shoe can be beveled to the left or to the right and has detents at 15°, 30° and 45°. The shoe can be manually stopped at any degree between 0° and 45°. 4. Once the desired bevel angle is achieved, lock the shoe into place. TO SET SHOE BACK TO 0° 1. Unlock the shoe. 2. Rotate the shoe back to 0°. 3. Slide the shoe back into the 0° positive stop position. 4. Lock the shoe. Cutting Action - Orbital or Straight (Fig. 8) This jig saw is equipped with four cutting actions, three orbital and one straight. Orbital action has a more aggressive blade motion and is designed for cutting in soft materials like wood or plastic. Orbital action provides a faster cut, but with a less smooth cut across the material. In orbital action, the blade moves forward during the cutting stroke in addition to the up and down motion. NOTE: Metal or hardwoods should never be cut in orbital action. To adjust the cutting action, move the orbital action lever (H) between the four cutting positions: 0, 1, 2, and 3. Position 0 is straight cutting. Positions 1, 2, and 3 are orbital cutting. The aggressiveness of the cut increase as the lever is adjusted from one to three, with three being the most aggressive cut. Dust Blower (Fig. 9) The dust blower helps clear the cutting area of debris created from the blade. NOTE: When cutting metal, turn the dust blower off so cutting fluids are not blown away from the blade. To turn the dust blower on, slide the dust blower control (I) all the way to the top. To turn the dust blower off, slide the dust blower control all the way to the bottom. Removeable No-Mar Shoe Cover (Fig. 10) The no-mar shoe cover (J) should be used when cutting surfaces that scratch easily, such as laminate, veneer or paint. To attach no-mar shoe cover, place the front of the aluminum shoe (G) into the front of the no-mar shoe cover (J) and lower the jig saw. The no-mar shoe will click securely onto the rear of aluminum shoe. To remove no-mar shoe cover, grasp the no-mar shoe cover from the bottom; holding onto the two rear tabs (M) remove the no-mar shoe cover. Anti-Splinter Insert (Fig. 11) NOTE: Do not use the anti-splinter insert with the flush cutting blade. The anti-splinter insert (N) should be used when trying to minimize tear-out, especially when cutting veneer, laminate, or finished surfaces, such as paint. The anti-splinter insert should be installed into the no-mar shoe cover (J). If the no-mar cover is not used, install anti-splinter insert into shoe (G). OPERATION WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, depress the trigger lock button and disconnect battery pack before making any adjustments or removing/ installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up can cause injury. Installing and Removing the Battery Pack (Fig. 4) NOTE: For best results, make sure your battery pack is fully charged. To install the battery pack (B) into the tool handle, align the battery pack with the rails inside the tool's handle and slide it into the handle until the battery pack is firmly seated in the tool and ensure that it does not disengage. To remove the battery pack from the tool, press the release button (A) and firmly pull the battery pack out of the tool handle. Insert it into the charger as described in the charger section of this manual. FUEL GAUGE BATTERY PACKS (FIG. 4) Some DEWALT battery packs include a fuel gauge which consists of three green LED lights that indicate the level of charge remaining in the battery pack. To actuate the fuel gauge, press and hold the fuel gauge button (O). A combination of the three green LED lights will illuminate designating the level of charge left. When the level of charge in the battery is below the usable limit, the fuel gauge will not illuminate and the battery will need to be recharged. NOTE: The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on the battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality and is subject to variation based on product components, temperature and end-user application. For more information regarding fuel gauge battery packs, please call 1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258) or visit our website www.dewalt.com.