DeWalt DCF899 Mode D'emploi page 38

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ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: Prior to assembly and
adjustment, always remove the battery
pack. Always switch off the tool before
inserting or removing the battery pack.
WARNING: Use only D
packs and chargers.
Inserting and Removing the
Battery Pack from the Tool (fig. 4)
WARNING: To reduce the risk
of serious personal injury, place
the forward/reverse button in
the lock-off position or turn tool
off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or
accessories. An accidental start-up can
cause injury.
NOTE: Make sure your battery pack (f) is fully
charged.
TO INSTALL THE BATTERY PACK INTO THE TOOL HANDLE
1. Align the battery pack (f) with the rails inside the
tool's handle (fig. 4).
2. 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
1. Press the battery release button (e) and firmly
pull the battery pack out of the tool handle.
2. Insert battery pack into the charger as
described in the charger section of this manual.
FUEL GAUGE BATTERY PACKS (FIG. 5)
Some D WALT battery packs include a fuel gauge
e
(k) 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 (k). 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.
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OPERATION
Instructions for Use
WALT battery
e
Proper Hand Position (fig. 1, 6)
Proper hand position requires one hand on the main
handle (d).
Variable Speed Trigger Switch (fig. 1)
To turn the tool on, squeeze the trigger switch
(a). To turn the tool off, release the trigger switch.
Your tool is equipped with a brake. The anvil will
stop when the trigger switch is fully released. The
variable speed switch enables you to select the best
speed for a particular application. The more you
squeeze the trigger, the faster the tool will operate.
For maximum tool life, use variable speed only for
starting holes or fasteners.
NOTE: Continuous use in variable speed range is
not recommended. It may damage the switch and
should be avoided.
Forward/Reverse Control Button
(fig. 1)
A forward/reverse control button (b) determines the
direction of the tool and also serves as a lock-off
button.
To select forward rotation, release the trigger switch
and depress the forward/reverse control button on
the right side of the tool.
To select reverse, release the trigger switch and
depress the forward/reverse control button on the
left side of the tool.
The center position of the control button locks the
tool in the off position. When changing the position
of the control button, be sure the trigger is released.
WARNING: Always observe the safety
instructions and applicable regulations.
WARNING: To reduce the risk
of serious personal injury, place
the forward/reverse button in
the lock-off position or turn tool
off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or
accessories. An accidental start-up can
cause injury.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious
personal injury, ALWAYS use proper
hand position as shown.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious
personal injury, ALWAYS hold securely in
anticipation of a sudden reaction.