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DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 Joppa Road, Baltimore,
MD 21286
(JUN09)
Part No. N030984
DC727, DC728, DC759, DC970
Copyright © 2004, 2005, 2009 DEWALT
The following are trademarks
for one or more DEWALT power tools: the yellow and black color scheme;
the "D" shaped air intake grill; the array of pyramids on the handgrip; the kit box configuration;
and the
array of lozenge-shaped
humps on the surface of the tool.
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Definitions:
Safety
Guidelines
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the
manual and pay attention to these symbols.
i_ DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
_ WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate
injury.
CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in property
damage.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS
OR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS OR ANY DEWALT TOOL,
CALL US TOLL FREE AT: 1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258)
_
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the instruction manual.
General
Power
Tool Safety
Warnings
A
ARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury,
SAVE
ALL
WARNINGS
AND
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated
(corded) power tool or
battery-operated
(cordless) power tooL
1) WORK AREA SAFETY
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence
of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.
c) Keep children
and bystanders
away while operating
a power tooL Distractions can
cause you to lose control
2) ELECTRICAL
SAFETY
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not
use any adapter plugs
with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact
with earthed
or grounded
surfaces
such as pipes,
radiators,
ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is
earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling
or unplugging
the
power tool Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating
a power tool outdoors,
use an extension
cord suitable for outdoor
use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) ff operating
a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable,
use a ground fault circuit
interrupter
(GFCl) protected
supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
3) PERSONAL SAFETY
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating
a
power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence
of
drugs, alcohol
or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating power tools may
result in serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective
equipment.
Always wear eye protection.
Protective equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
used for
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent
unintentional
starting.
Ensure
the switch
is in the off position
before
connecting
to power source and/or battery
pack, picking
up or carrying
the tool
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting
key or wrench before turning
the power tool on. A wrench or
a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better
control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing
or jeweilery.
Keep your hair, clothing
and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
g) ff devices are provided for the connection
of dust extraction
and collection
facilities,
ensure these are connected
and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-
related hazards.
4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Do not force the power
tooL Use the correct power tool for your application.
The
correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect
the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power
tool before making any adjustments,
changing
accessories,
or storing power tools.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally,
d) Store idle power
tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow
persons
unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions
to operate the power tool Power
tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment
or binding
of moving parts, breakage
of parts and any other
condition
that may affect
the power tool's
operation,
ff
damaged,
have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting
tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control
g) Use the power
tool, accessories
and tool
bits
etc., in accordance
with
these
instructions
taking
into account
the working
conditions
and
the work
to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result
in a hazardous situation.
5) BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer.
A charger that is
suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another
battery pack.
b) Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs.
Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects
like paper
clips,
coins,
keys, nails, screws,
or other
small metal
objects
that can make a
connection
from one terminal
to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause burns or a fire.
d) Under abusive
conditions,
liquid may be ejected from the battery, avoid contact.
If
contact
accidentally
occurs,
flush with water. If liquid contacts
eyes, additionally
seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
6) SERVICE
a) Have your power
tool serviced
by a quafified
repair
person
using only identical
replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Drill/Driver
Safety
Warnings
•
Wear ear protectors
with impact drills. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
•
Use auxiliary
handles supplied
with the tooL Loss of control can cause personal injury.
• Hold power tools by insulated
gripping
surfaces
when performing
an operation
where
the cutting
tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will
make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator.
•
Use clamps
or another practical
way to secure and support
the workpiece
to a stable
platform.
Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to
loss of control.
• Air vents often cover moving parts and should
be avoided.
Loose clothes, jewellery or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses
are NOT safety glasses.
Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty, ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY
EQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
• ANSI $12.6 ($3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA
respiratory protection.
_}, WARNING:
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction
activities contains chemicals
known to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated
lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To
reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved
safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
• Avoid prolonged
contact with dust from power sanding,
sawing, grinding,
drilling,
and
other construction
activities.
Wear protective
clothing
and wash exposed areas with
soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote
absorption of harmful chemicals.
• & WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disburse dust, which may cause serious and
permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection
appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body,
WARNING: Always
wear proper personal
hearing protection
that conforms
to ANSI
$12.6 (S3.19) during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product
may contribute to hearing loss.
CAUTION: When not in use, place tool on its side on a stable surface
where it will not
cause a tripping
or falling hazard. Some tools with large battery packs will stand upright on
the battery pack but may be easily knocked over.
•
The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their definitions
are as follows:
V.................. volts
Hz ................ hertz
min .............. minutes
............ direct current
@ ................ Class I Construction
(grounded)
[] ................. Class II Construction
(double insulated)
BPM ............ beats per minute
A...................... amperes
W..................... watts
"_ ................... alternating current
no .................... no load speed
.................... earthing terminal
_'_.................... safety alert symbol
.../min ............. revolutions or reciprocation
per minute
IPM.................. impacts per minute
Important
Safety
Instructions
for All Battery
Packs
When ordering replacement battery packs, be sure to include catalog number and voltage.
Consult the chart at the end of this manual for compatibility of chargers and battery packs.
The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using the battery pack and
charger, read the safety instructions below. Then follow charging procedures outlined.
READ
ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
• Do not charge or use battery in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence
of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Inserting or removing the battery from the charger may
ignite the dust or fumes.
• NEVER
force battery
pack into charger.
DO NOT modify
battery
pack in any way
to fit into a non-compatible
charger
as battery
pack may rupture
causing
serious
personal
injury. Consult the chart at the end of this manual for compatibility of batteries and
chargers.
•
Charge the battery packs only in DEWALT chargers.
• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids.
• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locations
where the temperature
may
reach or exceed 105°F (40 °) (such as outside sheds or metal buildings
in summer).
_DANGER:
Electrocution hazard. Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason.
If battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not insert into charger. Do not crush, drop or
damage battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has received a sharp blow,
been dropped, run over or damaged in any way (i.e., pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer,
stepped on). Electric shock or electrocution
may result. Damaged battery packs should be
returned to service center for recycling.
NOTE:
Battery
storage and carrying
caps are provided for use whenever
the battery
is out of the tool or charger. Remove cap before placing battery in
charger or tool.
WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store or carry battery
so that metal objects
can contact
exposed
battery
terminals.
For example, do not place battery in
aprons, pockets, tool boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose nails,
screws, keys, etc. without battery cap. Transporting
batteries can possibly
cause fires if the
battery terminals
inadvertently
come in contact
with conductive
materials
such as keys,
coins, hand tools and the like. The US Department of Transportation Hazardous Material
Regulations (HMR) actually prohibit transporting batteries in commerce or on airplanes (i.e.,
packed in suitcases and carry-on luggage) UNLESS they are properly protected
from short
circuits. So when transporting
individual batteries, make sure that the battery terminals are
protected and well insulated from materials that could contact them and cause a short circuit.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR NICKEL CADMIUM (NiCd) OR
NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE (NiMH)
• Do not incinerate
the battery pack even ff it is severely damaged or is completely
worn
out. The battery pack can explode in a fire.
• A small leakage of liquid from the battery pack cells may occur under extreme usage
or temperature
conditions.
This does not indicate a failure.
However, if the outer seal is broken:
a. and the battery liquid gets on your skin, immediately wash with soap and water for several
minutes.
b. and the battery liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water for a minimum of
10 minutes and seek immediate medical attention. (Medical note: The liquid is 25-35%
solution of potassium hydroxide.)
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR LITHIUM ION (LI-ION)
• Do not incinerate
the battery
pack even ff it is severely
damaged
or is completely
worn out. The battery pack can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created
when lithium ion battery packs are burned.
• ff battery
contents
come into
contact
with the skin,
immediately
wash area with
mild soap and water, ff battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open eye for
15 minutes or until irritation ceases, ff medical attention is needed, the battery electrolyte is
composed of a mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithium salts.
•
Contents
of opened battery
cells may cause respiratory
irritation.
Provide fresh air. If
symptoms persists, seek medical attention.
WARNING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be flammable if exposed to spark or flame.
The RBRC
TM
Seal
The
RBRC
TM
(Rechargeable
Battery
Recycling
Corporation)
Seal
on the
nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium ion batteries (or battery packs)
indicate that the costs to recycle these batteries (or battery packs) at the end of
their useful life have already been paid by DEWALT. In some areas, it is illegal to
place spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium ion batteries in the
trash or municipal solid waste stream and the RBRC program provides an environmentally
conscious alternative.
RBRC
TM
in cooperation with DEWALT and other battery users, has established programs in
the United States and Canada to facilitate the collection of spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal
hydride or lithium ion batteries. Help protect our environment and conserve natural resources
by returning the spent nickel cadmium and nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium ion
batteries to an authorized DEWALT service center or to your local retailer for recycling. You may
also contact your local recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent battery.
RBRC
TM
is a registered trademark of the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation.
Important
Safety
Instructions
for all Battery
Chargers
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS:
This manual contains important safety and operating instruc-
tions for battery chargers.
• Before using charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on charger, battery pack,
and product using battery pack.
DANGER: Electrocution hazard. 120 volts are present at charging terminals. Do not probe with
conductive objects. Electric shock or electrocution may result.
_ WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to get inside charger. Electric shock may
result.
,& CAUTION: Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, charge only DEWALT rechargeable
batteries. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.
CAUTION: Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged in to the power supply, the
exposed charging contacts inside the charger can be shorted by foreign material
Foreign
materials of a conductive nature such as, but not limited to, steel wool aluminum foil, or any