DeWalt DWOAS5BC, Instruction Manual, Page: 9 / 28

7
English
Attaching and Adjusting the Shoulder
Strap (Fig. F)
WARNING: The shoulder strap should only be slung
over one shoulder and not across the body.
WARNING: Use of a shoulder strap 13 is required
while using this tool.
Attach the strap to the tool as shown in Fig. F and adjust for
proper balance and support.
Assembling the Brush Cutter Attachment
to the Powerhead (Fig. A, C)
1. The upper powerhead pole 7 is equipped with three
latching holes 8 , 9 , 10 for the latching button 11 .
2. When installing the brush cutter attachment pole 1 into
the upper powerhead pole 7 , use the arrows 12 to align
the latching button 11 with latching hole 8 , as shown
in Fig. C.
DO nOT insert the latching button into latching hole 9 ,
or 10 . Doing so will position the brush cutter head in an
incorrect orientation which could create a safety hazard.
Latching holes
9 and 10 are for other attachments.
nOTE: To properly engage the latching button 11 with
the latching hole 8 , slightly rotate the powerhead
pole 7 and move it axially until the latching button
engages the latching hole.
3. Turn the knob 6 to secure the attachment.
4. When properly assembled, it should look like Fig. C. If it
does not, do not use, disassemble and re‑align the brush
cutter attachment
1 so the latching button 11 engages
with latching hole 8 as shown in Fig C.
WARNING: Always check to make sure that the knobs
are completely secured in place. If the knobs are not
completely secured it could result in the assemblies
becoming disconnected creating a hazardous
condition. Periodically check the connections to ensure
that the knobs are completely secured in place.
• Never apply power without an attachment being
properly mounted to the powerhead.
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.
Your attachment is designed such that the powerhead
can separate from the brush cutter attachment by turning
the knob
6 counterclockwise, depressing the latching
button 11 and gently pulling them apart by their
poles 1 , 7 .
This should only be done with the power switch off and the
battery pack removed. Inside the upper powerhead pole
7
is a mechanical coupling that will spin if the powerhead is
turned on. This coupling can cause injury if contacted while
the powerhead is operating.
nOTE: Ensure the attachment is fully engaged and the
knob is fully tightened before operating. Check for proper
engagement and tightness during use.
Powerhead (Fig. C)
( D
e
WALT powerhead sold separately)
WARNING:
To reduce risk of injury:
• Before any use, be sure everyone using this product
reads and understands all safety instructions and
other information contained in the powerhead and
attachment manuals.
Attaching the Barrier to the Auxiliary
Handle (Fig. A, B)
1. Remove the four handle bolts 24 with washers 25 from
the auxiliary handle. Save the four handle bolts 24 with
washers 25 .
2. Place the auxiliary handle 17 on top of the upper
powerhead pole 7 .
3. Place the handle barrier 23 under the auxiliary handle 17
and upper powerhead pole 7 so the upper powerhead
pole 7 is sandwiched between two handle pieces.
nOTE: Before assembling further, take care to align the
key 26 on the handle barrier 23 with the key slot 27 on
the underside of the upper powerhead pole 7 .
4. Hold the auxiliary handle 17 and handle barrier 23
in place while sliding the four handle bolts 24 with
washers 25 into the auxiliary handle 17 from the top,
pushing them into the base of the handle barrier 23 .
5. Tighten the four handle bolts 24 with the supplied hex
wrench, securing the two handle pieces to the upper
powerhead pole
7 .
6. Ensure the handle is securely attached before using.
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.
Hz .......................hertz
W ........................watts
Wh ......................watt hours
no .......................no load speed
n .........................rated speed
c
.....................safety alert symbol
h
..................... wear respiratory
protection
f
..................... wear eye protection
i
..................... Class II Construction
(double insulated)
g
..................... wear hearing
protection
a
..................... read all
documentation
A
.................... Hot surface.
Do not touch.
................... Do not expose the
tool to rain or high
humidity or leave
outdoors while it
is raining.
......... Keep bystanders 50
ft. (15 m) away.
.................. Wear
head protection.
.................. Wear slip‑resistant
gloves.
.................. Wear slip‑resistant
footwear.
.................. Do not
sharpen blades.
.................. Beware of
blade thrust
n
..................... avoid staring at
light
l
or AC............alternating current
Ah ....................... amp hours