Dewalt DWSL18CAP Instruction Manual - Page 5

English • Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. When tool is not in use, it should be locked in a safe place, out of the reach of children. • Remove finger from trigger when FIG. K not driving fasteners. Never carry tool with finger on trigger. Accidental discharge could result. Using the trigger lock-off will prevent accidental discharge. • Do not overreach. Maintain proper footing and balance at all times. Loss of balance may cause cause personal injury. (Fig. K) • Make sure hose is free of obstructions FIG. L or snags. Entangled or snarled hoses can cause loss of balance or footing. • Use the tool only for its intended use. Do not discharge fasteners into open air, concrete, stone, extremely hard woods, knots or any material too hard for the fastener to penetrate. Do not use the body of the tool or top cap as a hammer. Discharged fasteners FIG. M may follow unexpected path and cause injury. (Fig. L) • Always keep fingers clear of contact trip to prevent injury from inadvertent release of fasteners. (Fig. M) • Refer to the Maintenance and Repairs sections for detailed information on the proper maintenance of the tool • Always operate the tool in a clean, FIG. N lighted area. Be sure the work surface is clear of any debris and be careful not to lose footing when working in elevated environments such as rooftops. • Do not drive fasteners near edge of material. The workpiece may split causing the fastener to ricochet, injuring you or a co-worker. Be aware that the fastener may follow the grain of the wood (shiner), causing it to protrude unexpectedly from the side of the work material. Drive the fastener perpendicular to the grain to reduce risk of injury. (Fig. N) • Do not drive fasteners onto the heads of other fasteners or with the tool at FIG. O too steep an angle. Personal injury from strong recoil, jammed fasteners, or ricocheted fasteners may result. (Fig. O) • Be aware of material thickness when using the stapler. A protruding fastener may cause injury. • Be aware that when the tool is being FIG. P utilized at pressures on the high end of its operating range, fasteners can be driven completely through thin or very soft work material. Make sure the pressure in the compressor is set so that fasteners are set into the material and not pushed completely through. (Fig. P) 3