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1‑800‑4‑DeWALT

DCS438

3" Cut Off Tool

Outil de coupe de 3po

Herramienta de corte de 3"

Instruction Manual

Guide D’utilisation

Manual de instrucciones

Fig. A

Components

1 Battery

2 Battery release button

3 Handle

4 Trigger

5 Forward/reverse/lock off button

6 Spindle lock button

7 Direction indicator

8 Dust extraction port (AirLockTM)

9 Dust shroud with adjustable shoe

10 Depth of cut gauge

11 Depth of cut wing nut

12 Guard

13 Hex wrench

14 Lanyard readyTM mounting hole

Composants

1 Pile

2 Bouton de libération de la pile

3 Poignée

4 Gâchette

5 Bouton Avance/recul/verrouillage

6 Bouton de verrouillage de la tige

7 Indicateur de direction

8 Port d’extraction de la poussière

(AirLockMC)

9 Capteur de poussière avec sabot

réglable

10 Jauge de profondeur de coupe

11 Profondeur de l’écrou papillon de

coupe

12 Protection

13 Clé hexagonale

14 Trou de montage Lanyard readyMC

Componentes

1 Batería

2 Botón de liberación de batería

3 Manija

4 Gatillo

5 Botón de bloqueo de apagado/

avance/reversa

6 Botón de bloqueo de husillo

7 Indicador de dirección

8 Puerto de extracción de polvo

(AirLockTM)

9 Aro de refuerzo de polvo con

zapata ajustable

10 Profundidad de calibrador de corte

11 Profundidad de tuerca de mariposa

de corte

12 Protección

13 Llave hexagonal

14 Orificio de montaje Lanyard readyTM

Fig.B Fig.C

Fig.D Fig.E

Fig.F Fig.G

75–100% charged

Chargé de 75 à 100 %

75–100% cargada

51–74% charged

Chargé de 51 à 74 %

51–74% cargada

< 50% charged

Chargé de < 50 %

< 50% cargada

Pack needs to be charged

Le bloc‑piles doit être rechargé

La batería tiene que cargarse

Indicators/Témoin/Indicador

Charging

Bloc‑piles en Cours

de Chargement

Unidad en Proceso de Carga

Fully Charged

Bloc‑piles Chargé

Unidad Cargada

Hot/Cold Pack Delay

Suspension de Charge Contre

le Chaud/Froid

Restraso por Unidad Caliente/

Fría

24 24

Fig.H Fig.I

Fig.J Fig.K

ENGLISH

2) Electrical Safety

a ) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never

modify the plug in any way. Do not use any

adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power

tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will

reduce risk of electricshock.

b ) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and

refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric

shock if your body is earthed orgrounded.

c ) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet

conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase

the risk of electricshock.

d ) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.

Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or

moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords 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 ground fault circuit

interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI

reduces the risk of electricshock.

3) Personal Safety

a ) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

common sense when operating a power tool. Do

not use a power tool while you are tired or under

the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A

moment of inattention while operating power tools

may result in serious personalinjury.

b ) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear

eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust

mask, non‑skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing

protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce

personalinjuries.

c ) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch

is in the off‑position before connecting to power

source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying

the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the

switch or energizing power tools that have the switch

on invitesaccidents.

d ) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before

turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left

attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result

in personalinjury.

e ) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and

balance at all times. This enables better control of the

power tool in unexpectedsituations.

f ) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or

jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away

from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long

hair can be caught in movingparts.

g ) If devices are provided for the connection of dust

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these

are connected and properly used. Use of dust

collection can reduce dust‑relatedhazards.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions,

illustrations and specifications provided with

this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions

listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or

seriousinjury.

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR

FUTUREREFERENCE.

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your

mains‑operated (corded) power tool or battery‑operated

(cordless) powertool.

1) Work Area Safety

a ) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark

areas inviteaccidents.

b ) Do not operate power tools in explosive

atmospheres, such as in the presence of

flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create

sparks which may ignite the dust orfumes.

c ) Keep children and bystanders away while

operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you

to losecontrol.

Definitions: Safety Alert Symbols and Words

This instruction manual uses the following safety alert

symbols and words to alert you to hazardous situations and

your risk of personal injury or propertydamage.

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or

seriousinjury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, could result in death or

seriousinjury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, may result in minor or

moderateinjury.

(Used without word) Indicates a safety

relatedmessage.

NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to

personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in

propertydamage.

Intended Use

Your cut‑off tool is designed for professional

cuttingapplications.

DO NOT use in the presence of flammable liquids orgases.

Your cut‑off tool is a professional powertool.

DO NOT let children come into contact with the tool.

Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use

thistool.

English (original instructions)

WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all

instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and

instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or

seriousinjury.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the

instructionmanual.

ENGLISH

CUT‑OFF MACHINE SAFETY WARNINGS

a ) The guard provided with the tool must be securely

attached to the power tool and positioned for

maximum safety, so the least amount of wheel is

exposed towards the operator. Position yourself

and bystanders away from the plane of the

rotating wheel. The guard helps to protect operator

from broken wheel fragments and accidental contact

withwheel.

b ) Use only bonded reinforced or diamond cut‑off

wheels for your power tool. Just because an

accessory can be attached to your power tool, it does

not assure safeoperation.

c ) The rated speed of the accessory must be at least

equal to the maximum speed marked on the

power tool. Accessories running faster than their rated

speed can break and flyapart.

d ) Wheels must be used only for recommended

applications. For example: do not grind with the

side of cut‑off wheel. Abrasive cut‑off wheels are

intended for peripheral grinding, side forces applied to

these wheels may cause them toshatter.

e ) Always use undamaged wheel flanges that are of

correct diameter for your selected wheel. Proper

wheel flanges support the wheel thus reducing the

possibility of wheelbreakage.

f ) Do not use worn down reinforced wheels from

larger power tools. Wheels intended for a larger

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.

e ) Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged

or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may

exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire,

explosion or risk ofinjury.

f ) Do not expose a battery pack or tool to

fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to

fire or temperature above 265°F (130°C) may

causeexplosion.

g ) Follow all charging instructions and do not

charge the battery pack or tool outside the

temperature range specified in the instructions.

Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the

specified range may damage the battery and increase

the risk offire.

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.

b ) Never service damaged battery packs. Service

of battery packs should only be performed by the

manufacturer or authorized serviceproviders.

h ) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of

tools allow you to become complacent and ignore

tool safety principles. A careless action can cause

severe injury within a fraction of asecond.

4) Power Tool Use and Care

a ) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power

tool for your application. The correct power tool

will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it

wasdesigned.

b ) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not

turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be

controlled with the switch is dangerous and must

berepaired.

c ) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/

or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from

the power tool before making any adjustments,

changing accessories, or storing 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 and accessories. 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.

h ) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean

and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and

grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and

control of the tool in unexpectedsituations.

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.

ENGLISH

q ) Do not use accessories that require liquid

coolants. Using water or other liquid coolants may

result in electrocution orshock.

FURTHER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR

ABRASIVE CUTTING‑OFF OPERATIONS

Kickback and Related Warnings

Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged rotating

wheel, backing pad, brush or any other accessory. Pinching or

snagging causes rapid stalling of the rotating accessory which

in turn causes the uncontrolled power tool to be forced in the

direction opposite of the accessory’s rotation at the point of

thebinding.

For example, if an abrasive wheel is snagged or pinched by the

workpiece, the edge of the wheel that is entering into the pinch

point can dig into the surface of the material causing the wheel

to climb out or kick out. The wheel may either jump toward or

away from the operator, depending on direction of the wheel’s

movement at the point of pinching. Abrasive wheels may also

break under theseconditions.

Kickback is the result of power tool misuse and/or incorrect

operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by

taking proper precautions as given below:

a ) Maintain a firm grip on the power tool and

position your body and arm to allow you to resist

kickback forces. Always use auxiliary handle, if

provided, for maximum control over kickback or

torque reaction during start‑up. The operator can

control torque reaction or kickback forces, if proper

precautions aretaken.

b ) Never place your hand near the rotating

accessory. Accessory may kickback over yourhand.

c ) Do not position your body in line with the

rotating wheel. Kickback will propel the tool in

direction opposite to the wheel’s movement at the

point ofsnagging.

d ) Use special care when working corners, sharp

edges etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging the

accessory. Corners, sharp edges or bouncing have a

tendency to snag the rotating accessory and cause loss

of control orkickback.

e ) Do not attach a saw chain, woodcarving blade,

segmented diamond wheel with a peripheral gap

greater than 10mm or toothed saw blade. Such

blades create frequent kickback and loss ofcontrol.

f ) Do not “jam” the wheel or apply excessive

pressure. Do not attempt to make an excessive

depth of cut. Overstressing the wheel increases the

loading and susceptibility to twisting or binding of

the wheel in the cut and the possibility of kickback or

wheelbreakage.

g ) When wheel is binding or when interrupting a cut

for any reason, switch off the power tool and hold

the power tool motionless until the wheel comes

to a complete stop. Never attempt to remove

the wheel from the cut while the wheel is in

power tool are not suitable for the higher speed of a

smaller tool and mayburst.

g ) The outside diameter and the thickness of your

accessory must be within the capacity rating of

your power tool. Incorrectly sized accessories cannot

be adequately guarded orcontrolled.

h ) The arbour size of wheels and flanges must

properly fit the spindle of the power tool. Wheels

and flanges with arbour holes that do not match the

mounting hardware of the power tool will run out

of balance, vibrate excessively and may cause loss

ofcontrol.

i ) Do not use damaged wheels. Before each use,

inspect the wheels for chips and cracks. If power

tool or wheel is dropped, inspect for damage or

install an undamaged wheel. After inspecting

and installing the wheel, position yourself and

bystanders away from the plane of the rotating

wheel and run the power tool at maximum no

load speed for one minute. Damaged wheels will

normally break apart during this testtime.

j ) Wear personal protective equipment. Depending

on application, use face shield, safety goggles

or safety glasses. As appropriate, wear dust

mask, hearing protectors, gloves and shop apron

capable of stopping small abrasive or workpiece

fragments. The eye protection must be capable of

stopping flying debris generated by various operations.

The dust mask or respirator must be capable of

filtering particles generated by your operation.

Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise may cause

hearingloss.

k ) Keep bystanders a safe distance away from

work area. Anyone entering the work area must

wear personal protective equipment. Fragments

of workpiece or of a broken wheel may fly away and

cause injury beyond immediate area ofoperation.

l ) Hold the power tool by insulated gripping

surfaces only, when performing an operation

where the cutting accessory may contact hidden

wiring. Cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire may

make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and

could give the operator an electricshock.

m ) Never lay the power tool down until the accessory

has come to a complete stop. The spinning wheel

may grab the surface and pull the power tool out of

yourcontrol.

n ) Do not run the power tool while carrying it at your

side. Accidental contact with the spinning accessory

could snag your clothing, pulling the accessory into

yourbody.

o ) Regularly clean the power tool’s air vents. The

motor’s fan will draw the dust inside the housing and

excessive accumulation of powdered metal may cause

electricalhazards.

p ) Do not operate the power tool near flammable

materials. Sparks could ignite thesematerials.

ENGLISH

Additional Safety Information

WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of

it. Damage or personal injury couldresult.

WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday

eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or

dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR

CERTIFIED SAFETYEQUIPMENT:

• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),

• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,

• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratoryprotection.

WARNING:

Some dust created by power sanding,

sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction

activities contains chemicals known to the State

of California to cause cancer, birth defects or

other reproductive harm. Some examples of these

chemicalsare:

• lead from lead‑based paints,

• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other

masonry products, and

• arsenic and chromium from

chemically‑treatedlumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on

how often you do this type of work. To reduce your

exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated

area, and work with approved safety equipment, such

as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter

out microscopicparticles.

WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or

disperse dust, which may cause serious and permanent

respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA

i ) If guard is not tight in position, do notuse.

j ) Do not use toothedblades.

k ) Do not use this tool as a tablesaw.

l ) Firmly secure the workpiece.

m ) Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas

with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into

your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote

absorption of harmful chemicals. Direct particles

away from face andbody.

n ) Use the appropriate dust extractor vacuum to

remove the vast majority of static and airborne

dust. Failure to remove static and airborne dust could

contaminate the working environment or pose an

increased health risk to the operator and those in

closeproximity.

o ) Use clamps or other practical ways to secure

and support the workpiece to a stable platform.

Holding the work by hand or against your body is

unstable and may lead to loss of control andinjury.

p ) Air vents often cover moving parts and should be

avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can

be caught in moving parts. CAUTION: When not

in use, place tool on its side on a stable surface

where it will not cause a tripping or falling

hazard. Some tools with large battery packs will

stand upright on the battery pack but may be easily

knockedover.

Additional Safety Warnings for Abrasive

Cutting‑Off Operations:

a ) This power tool is intended to function as a cut‑off

tool. Read all safety warnings, instructions,

illustrations and specifications provided with

this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions

listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or

seriousinjury.

b ) Operations such as grinding, sanding, wire

brushing, or polishing are not recommended to

be performed with this power tool. Operations for

which the power tool was not designed may create a

hazard and cause personalinjury Do not surface grind

with side of wheel.

c ) Do not use accessories which are not specifically

designed and recommended by the tool

manufacturer. Just because the accessory can

be attached to your power tool, it does not assure

safeoperation.

d ) The outside diameter and the thickness of your

accessory must be within the capacity rating of

your power tool. Incorrectly sized accessories cannot

be adequately guarded orcontrolled.

e ) The arbour size of wheels, flanges, backing pads

or any other accessory must properly fit the

spindle of the power tool. Accessories with arbour

holes that do not match the mounting hardware of the

power tool will run out of balance, vibrate excessively

and may cause loss ofcontrol.

f ) When using segmented diamond*** wheels, use

only diamond wheels with a peripheral gap not

greater than 10mm and negative rakeangle.

g ) Set the depth of cut for no more than necessary.

The less wheel exposed, the less chance of binding

and kickback. Before cutting, be sure adjust shoe

assembly istight.

h ) Do not force the tool. Forcing a cut off tool reduces

control and cuttingefficiency.

motion otherwise kickback may occur. Investigate

and take corrective action to eliminate the cause of

wheelbinding.

h ) Do not restart the cutting operation in the

workpiece. Let the wheel reach full speed and

carefully re‑enter the cut. The wheel may bind,

walk up or kickback if the power tool is restarted in

theworkpiece.

i ) Support panels or any oversized workpiece to

minimize the risk of wheel pinching and kickback.

Large workpieces tend to sag under their own weight.

Supports must be placed under the workpiece near the

line of cut and near the edge of the workpiece on both

sides of thewheel.

j ) Use extra caution when making a “pocket cut”

into existing walls or other blind areas. The

protruding wheel may cut gas or water pipes, electrical

wiring or objects that can causekickback.

ENGLISH

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Important Safety Instructions for All

Battery Packs

WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions,

and cautionary markings for the battery pack,

charger and product. Failure to follow the

warnings and instructions may result in electric

shock, fire and/or seriousinjury.

• Do not charge or use the battery pack in explosive

atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable

liquids, gases or dust. Inserting or removing the battery

pack from the charger may ignite the dust orfumes.

• NEVER force the battery pack into the charger. DO

NOT modify the battery pack in any way to fit into a

non‑compatible charger as battery pack may rupture

causing serious personal injury. Consult the chart

at the end of this manual for compatibility of batteries

andchargers.

• Charge the battery packs only in DeWALTchargers.

• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or otherliquids.

• DO NOT allow water or any liquid to enter batterypack.

• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in

locations where the temperature may reach or

exceed 104°F (40°C) (such as outside sheds or metal

buildings in summer). For best life store battery packs in

a cool, drylocation.

NOTE: Do not store the battery packs in a tool with

the trigger switch locked on. Never tape the trigger

switch in the ONposition.

• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely

damaged or is completely worn out. The battery pack

can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created

when lithium‑ion battery packs areburned.

• Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to ﬁre or

excessive temperature. Exposure to ﬁre or temperature

above 265°F (130°C) may causeexplosion.

• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge

the battery pack or appliance outside of the

temperature range specified in the instructions.

Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of the

specified range may damage the battery and increase the

risk offire.

• If battery contents come into contact with the skin,

immediately wash area with mild soap and water. If

battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open

eye for 15minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical

attention is needed, the battery electrolyte is composed of a

mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithiumsalts.

BATTERIES AND CHARGERS

The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton.

Before using the battery pack and charger, read the

safety instructions below and then follow charging

proceduresoutlined. When ordering replacement battery

packs, be sure to include the catalog number andvoltage.

The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The

symbols and their definitions are asfollows:

V.........................volts

Hz .......................hertz

min.....................minutes

or DC......direct current

......................Class I Construction

(grounded)

…/min.............. per minute

BPM....................beats per minute

IPM.....................impacts per minute

OPM.................... oscillations per

minute

RPM....................revolutions per

minute

sfpm ...................surface feet per

minute

SPM....................strokes per minute

A.........................amperes

W........................watts

Wh...................... watt hours

Ah.......................amp hours

or AC........... alternating current

or AC/DC.... alternating or direct

current

......................Class II Construction

(double insulated)

no.......................no load speed

n.........................rated speed

PSI.......................pounds per square

inch

......................earthing terminal

.....................safety alert symbol

.....................visible radiation

do not stare into

the light

.....................wear respiratory

protection

.....................wear eye protection

.....................wear hearing

protection

.....................read all

documentation

approved respiratory protection appropriate for

the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face

andbody.

WARNING: Always wear proper personal hearing

protection that conforms to ANSI S12.6 (S3.19)

during use. Under some conditions and duration

of use, noise from this product may contribute to

hearingloss.

• Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas

with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your

mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption

of harmfulchemicals. Direct particles away from face

andbody.

• Use the appropriate dust extractor vacuum to remove

the vast majority of static and airborne dust. Failure

to remove static and airborne dust could contaminate the

working environment or pose an increased health risk to

the operator and those in closeproximity.

• Use clamps or other practical ways to secure and

support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding

the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may

lead to loss ofcontrol andinjury.

• Air vents often cover moving parts and should be

avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught

in movingparts.

CAUTION: When not in use, place tool on its side

on a stable surface where it will not cause a

tripping or falling hazard. Some tools with large

battery packs will stand upright on the battery pack

but may be easily knockedover.

ENGLISH

Important Safety Instructions for All

Battery Chargers

WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions,

and cautionary markings for the battery pack,

charger and product. Failure to follow the

warnings and instructions may result in electric

shock, fire and/or seriousinjury.

• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with

any chargers other than a DeWALT charger. DeWALT

chargers and battery packs are specifically designed to

worktogether.

• These chargers are not intended for any uses other

than charging DeWALT rechargeable battery packs.

Charging other types of battery packs may cause them to

overheat and burst, resulting in personal injury, property

damage, fire, electric shock orelectrocution.

• Do not expose the charger to rain orsnow.

• Do not allow water or any liquid to entercharger.

• Pull by the plug rather than the cord when

disconnecting the charger. This will reduce the risk of

damage to the electric plug andcord.

• Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not

be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subjected to

damage orstress.

• Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely

necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in

risk of fire, electric shock orelectrocution.

• When operating a charger outdoors, always provide

a dry location and use an extension cord suitable

for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use

reduces the risk of electricshock.

• An extension cord must have adequate wire size

(AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The smaller

the gauge number of the wire, the heavier the cord and

thus the greater its capacity. An undersized cord will

cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and

overheating. The following table shows the correct size

to use depending on total length of all extension cords

The RBRC® Seal

Please take your spent battery packs to

an authorized DeWALT service center or

to your local retailer for recycling. In some

areas, it is illegal to place spent battery

packs in the trash. You may also contact your local recycling

center for information on where to drop off the spent

battery pack. Do not place in curbside recycling. For more

information visit www.call2recycle.org. or call the toll free

number in the RBRC®Seal.

RBRC® is a registered trademark of Call 2Recycle,Inc.

Shipping the DeWALT FLEXVOLT® Battery Pack

The DeWALT FLEXVOLT® battery pack has a battery cap that

should be used when shipping the batterypack.

Attach the cap to the battery pack to ready it for shipping.

This converts the battery pack to three separate 20V

batteries. The three batteries have the Watt hour rating

labeled “Shipping” on the battery pack. If shipping without

• Contents of opened battery cells may cause

respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air. If symptoms

persist, seek medicalattention.

• Battery liquid may be flammable if exposed to spark

orflame.

• Never attempt to open the battery pack for any

reason. If the battery pack case is cracked or

damaged, do not insert into the charger. Do not crush,

drop or damage the battery pack. Do not use a battery pack

or charger that has received a sharp blow, been dropped,

run over or damaged in any way (e.g., pierced with a nail,

hit with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery packs

should be returned to the service center forrecycling.

Storage Recommendations

The best storage place is one that is cool and dry, away

from direct sunlight and excess heat or cold. Store the fully

charged battery pack out of thecharger.

Battery Pack Cleaning Instructions

Dirt and grease may be removed from the exterior of the

battery pack using a cloth or soft non‑metallic brush. Do not

use water or any cleaningsolutions.

Fuel Gauge Battery Packs (Fig.B)

Some battery packs include a fuel gauge. When the fuel

gauge button is pressed and held, the LED lights will

indicate the approximate level of charge remaining. This

does not indicate tool functionality and is subject to

variation based on product components, temperature, and

end‑userapplication.

Transportation

WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store, carry, or

transport the battery pack so that metal objects

can contact exposed battery terminals. For

example, do not place the battery pack in aprons,

pockets, tool boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc.,

with loose nails, screws, keys, coins, hand tools, etc.

When transporting individual battery packs, make

sure that the battery terminals are protected and well

insulated from materials that could contact them and

cause a short circuit. NOTE: Li‑ion battery packs should

not be put in checked baggage on airplanes and must

be properly protected from short circuits if they are in

carry‑onbaggage.

the cap or in a tool, the pack is one battery at the Watt hour

rating labeled“Use”.

Example battery pack label:

USE: 120 Wh SHIPPING: 3 x 40 Wh

In this example, the battery pack is three batteries with

40Watt hours each when using the cap. Otherwise, the

battery pack is one battery with 120Watthours.

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