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WARNING:
Use only D
E
WALT battery
packs and chargers.
Inserting and Removing the
Battery Pack from the Tool (fi g. 2)
NOTE:
For best results, make sure your battery
pack is fully charged.
TO INSTALL THE BATTERY PACK INTO THE TOOL HANDLE
1. Align the battery pack (h) with the rails inside the
tool’s handle (fig. 2).
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 (i) 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. 2)
Some D
E
WALT 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 (j). 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.
Installing/Removing Accessories
(fi g. 3–7)
TOOL-FREE ACCESSORY CLAMP (FIG. 3–5)
The DCS355 features a quick change accessory
system. This allows for faster accessory changes
without the need for wrenches or hex keys like other
oscillating tool systems.
1. Grasp the tool and squeeze the accessory
clamping lever (c) as shown in figure 3.
2. Clean any residual debris from the tool shaft
and the accessory holder.
3. Slide the accessory between the shaft (v) and
the accessory holder making sure the accessory
engages all eight pins on the holder and is flush
Electrical Safety
The electric motor has been designed for one
voltage only. Always check that the battery pack
voltage corresponds to the voltage on the rating
plate. Also make sure that the voltage of your
charger corresponds to that of your mains.
Your D
E
WALT charger is double insulated
in accordance with EN 60335; therefore
no earth wire is required.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by a specially prepared cord available through the
D
E
WALT service organisation.
Mains Plug Replacement
(U.K. & Ireland Only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
• Safely dispose of the old plug.
• Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in
the plug.
• Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
WARNING:
No connection is to be
made to the earth terminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good
quality plugs. Recommended fuse: 3 A.
Using an Extension Cable
An extension cord should not be used unless
absolutely necessary. Use an approved extension
cable suitable for the power input of your charger
(see
Technical Data
). The minimum conductor size
is 1 mm
2
; the maximum length is 30 m.
When using a cable reel, always unwind the cable
completely.
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.
Be sure the trigger
switch is in the OFF position. An
accidental start-up can cause injury.
WARNING: Risk of lacerations or
burns. Do not touch the sharp
edges of accessories at any time.
Do not touch workpiece or blade
immediately after operating the tool.
They can become very hot. Handle
carefully. Always allow accessories and
workpiece to cool before handling.
