Instruction Manual (Europeo)

ENGLISH21bit back out of a drilled hole. This willhelp prevent jamming.Prior to operation:• Make sure your battery pack is (fully) charged.• Insert the appropriate bit.• Mark the spot where the hole is to be drilled.• Select forward or reverse rotation.Switching ON and OFF (fig. A & D)• To run the tool, press the variable speed switch(1). The pressure exerted on the variable speedswitch determines the tool speed.• To stop the tool, release the variable speedswitch (1).• To lock the tool in OFF-position, move theforward/reverse slider (2) to the central position.The drill is equipped with a brake to stopthe chuck as soon as the variable speedswitch is fully released.Screwdriving (fig. A)• Select forward or reverse rotation using the slider (2).• Set the collar (4) to position 1 and beginscrewdriving (low torque).• If the clutch ratchets too soon, adjust the collarto increase the torque as required.Drilling (fig. A)• Select the drilling mode using the collar (4).Drilling in metal• Use a cutting lubricant when drilling metals. Theexceptions are cast iron and brass which shouldbe drilled dry.Drilling in masonry• Use carbide-tipped masonry bits at low speeds.Keep even force on the drill. A smooth, even flowof dust indicates the proper drilling rate.Drilling in wood• Holes in wood can be made with the same twistdrills used for metal. These bits may overheatunless pulled out frequently to clear chips fromthe flutes.• For larger holes use Power Drill wood bits.• Use a block of wood to back up workpieces thatmay splinter.Consult your dealer for further information on theappropriate accessories.MaintenanceYour DEWALT Power Tool has been designed tooperate over a long period of time with a minimumof maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operationdepends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.LubricationYour Power Tool requires no additional lubrication.Cleaning• Unplug the charger before cleaning the housingwith a soft cloth.• Remove the battery pack before cleaning yourPower Tool.• Keep the ventilation slots clear and regularlyclean the housing with a soft cloth.Rechargeable batteries and the environmentDEWALT cordless tools and battery packs can becharged many times to give long life and repeatedlyfull power.This symbol indicates that this tool contains nickelcadmium (NiCd) cells. When your tool or batterypack needs replacement, think of the protection ofour environment.DEWALT recommends the following:• Discharge the energy from the batteries byrunning the batteries down completely, thenremove them from the tool.• NiCd cells are recyclable, so do not throw themaway with your household waste. They may end upin an incinerator or landfill, which must be avoided.• Instead, take the battery pack to a DEWALTservice centre, your local dealer or your localrecycling station. If necessary, contact your localmunicipality for disposal information.The collected batteries will be disposed ofproperly and/or used for recycling purposes.en - 6