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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. If 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 qualified repair 
person using only identical replacement parts. 

This 

will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

Additional Safety Instructions for  
Reciprocating Saws

• 

Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces when 
performing an operation where the cutting accessory 
may contact hidden wiring. 

Cutting accessory contacting 

a “live” wire will make exposed metal parts of the power tool 
“live” and could give the operator an electric shock.

• 

ALWAYS wear a dust mask. 

Exposure to dust particles can 

cause breathing difficulty and possible injury.

• 

Never

 switch on the tool when the saw blade is jammed in 

the workpiece or in contact with the material.

• 

Keep hands away from moving parts.

 Never place your 

hands near the cutting area.

• 

Use extra caution when cutting overhead and pay 
particular attention to overhead wires which may be 
hidden from view.

 Anticipate the path of falling branches 

and debris ahead of time.

• 

Do not operate this tool for long periods of time.

 

Vibration caused by the operating action of this tool may 
cause permanent injury to fingers, hands, and arms. Use 
gloves to provide extra cushion, take frequent rest periods, and 
limit daily time of use.

Switching On and Off

•  After switching off, never attempt to stop the saw blade with 

your fingers.

•  Never put the saw down on a table or work bench unless 

switched off. The saw blade will keep running briefly after the 
tool has been switched off.

When Sawing

•  When using saw blades specially designed for cutting wood 

remove all nails and metal objects from the workpiece before 
starting work.

•  Wherever possible, use clamps and vices to fasten the 

workpiece securely.

•  Do not attempt to saw extremely small workpieces.
•  Do not bend too far forward. Make sure that you always stand 

firmly, particularly on scaffolding and ladders.

•  Always hold the saw with both hands.
•  For cutting curves and pockets, use an adapted saw blade.

Checking and Changing the Saw Blade

•  Only use saw blades conforming to the specifications 

contained in these operating instructions.

•  Only sharp saw blades in perfect working condition should 

be used; cracked or bent saw blades should be discarded and 
replaced at once.

•  Ensure that the saw blade is securely fixed.

Residual Risks

In spite of the application of the relevant safety regulations 
and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual risks 
cannot be avoided. These are:

•  Impairment of hearing.
•  Risk of personal injury due to flying particles.
•  Risk of burns due to accessories becoming hot 

during operation.

•  Risk of personal injury due to prolonged use.

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 EN60335; therefore no earth wire 
is required.

Summary of Contents for XR LI-ION DC388T2

Page 1: ...DCS388 Final Page size A5 148mm x 210mm ...

Page 2: ...1 Fig A Fig B 2 1 6 Fig C Fig D Fig E 2 1 7 8 4 3 5 8 7 7 8 11 9 10 ...

Page 3: ...2 Fig I Fig F Fig H 5 6 Fig G 3 ...

Page 4: ...3 Fig J Fig K 1 2 ...

Page 5: ...l users Technical Data DCS388 Voltage VDC 54 Type 1 Battery type Li Ion Max power output W 1550 No load speed min 1 0 3000 Stroke length mm 28 6 Cutting capacity in wood metal profiles plastic tubes mm 300 130 160 Weight without battery pack kg 3 54 Noise values and vibration values triax vector sum according to EN60745 2 11 LPA emission sound pressure level dB A 86 LWA sound power level dB A 97 K...

Page 6: ...ds 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 If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable use a residual current device RCD protected supply Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock 3 Personal safety a Stay alert watch wh...

Page 7: ...the power tool live and could give the operator an electric shock ALWAYS wear a dust mask Exposure to dust particles can cause breathing difficulty and possible injury Never switch on the tool when the saw blade is jammed in the workpiece or in contact with the material Keep hands away from moving parts Never place your hands near the cutting area Use extra caution when cutting overhead and pay pa...

Page 8: ...to clean DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with any chargers other than the ones in this manual The charger and battery pack are specifically designed to work together These chargers are not intended for any uses other than charging DeWALT rechargeable batteries Any other uses may result in risk of fire electric shock or electrocution Do not expose charger to rain or snow Pull by plug rath...

Page 9: ...obstructions which may impede air flow Use the back of the charger as a template for the location of the mounting screws on the wall Mount the charger securely using drywall screws purchased separately at least 25 4 mm long with a screw head diameter of 7 9 mm screwed into wood to an optimal depth leaving approximately 5 5 mm of the screw exposed Align the slots on the back of the charger with the...

Page 10: ...of tools with batteries combo kits can be air shipped as excepted if the Watt Hour rating of the battery pack is no greater than 100 Whr Regardless of whether a shipment is considered excepted or fully regulated it is the shipper s responsibility to consult the latest regulations for packaging labeling marking and documentation requirements The information provided in this section of the manual is...

Page 11: ...XX XX Year of Manufacture Description Fig A WARNING Never modify the power tool or any part of it Damage or personal injury could result 1 Trigger switch 2 Lock off button 3 Blade clamp release lever 4 Shoe 5 Hand grip 6 Main handle 7 Battery pack 8 Battery release button 9 Worklight Intended Use Your DCS388 cordless reciprocating saws have been designed for professional sawing of wood metal and t...

Page 12: ...e your saw Worklight Fig A There is a worklight 9 located on the end of the tool near the shoe The worklight is activated when the trigger switch is depressed and will remain on for a short time after the trigger switch is released If the trigger switch remains depressed the worklight will remain on NOTE The worklight is for lighting the immediate work surface and is not intended to be used as a f...

Page 13: ...ut without excess vibration or tearing of metal Always remember not to force cutting blade as this reduces blade life and causes costly blade breakage NOTE It is generally recommended that when cutting metals you should spread a thin film of oil or other lubricant along the line ahead of the saw cut for easier operation and longer blade life MAINTENANCE Your DeWALT power tool has been designed to ...

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