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FUEL GAUGE BATTERY PACKS (FIG. 4)
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 (L).
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.
L
FIG. 4
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.
For more information regarding fuel gauge battery packs, please
contact call 1-800-4-D
E
WALT (1-800-433-9258) or visit our website
www.dewalt.com.
Variable Speed Trigger Switch (Fig. 2)
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
chuck 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.
IMPORTANT:
When attaching or replacing the belt hook, use only the
screw (I) that is provided. Be sure to securely tighten the screw.
The belt hook (H) can be be attached to either side of the tool using
only the screw (I) provided, to accommodate left- or right- handed
users. If the hook is not desired at all, it can be removed from the tool.
To move belt hook, remove the screw (I) that holds the belt hook
in place then reassemble on the opposite side. Be sure to securely
tighten the screw.
OPERATION
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.
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
(Fig. 3)
NOTE:
For best results,
FIG. 3
E
F
make sure your battery
pack is fully charged.
To install the battery pack
(F) into the tool handle,
align the battery pack with
the rails inside the tool’s
handle and 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, press the release button (E)
and firmly pull the battery pack out of the tool handle. Insert it into the
charger as described in the charger section of this manual.