DeWalt DCD980 Guide D'utilisation page 11

The center position of the control button locks the tool in
the off position. When changing the position of the control
button, be sure the trigger is released.
nOTE: The first time the tool is run after changing the
direction of rotation, you may hear a click on start up. This is
normal and does not indicate a problem.
Worklight (Fig. A)

CAUTION: Do not stare into worklight. Serious eye
injury could result.
There is a worklight located just above the trigger switch
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1 . The worklight is activated when the trigger switch is
depressed, and will automatically turn off 20 seconds 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 flashlight.
Mode Control Collar (Fig. D–F)
Your drill is equipped with a separate mode control
collar to switch between drilling, screwdriving and
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hammerdrilling mode.
Drilling (Fig. D)

CAUTION: When the mode collar is in the drill/
hammerdrill mode, the drill will not clutch out
regardless of the position of the torque adjustment
collar 5 .
Rotate the mode control collar
aligned with the arrow.
nOTE: The torque adjustment collar
any number.
Fig. D
5
6
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DRilling
Screwdriving (Fig. E)
Rotate the mode control collar
aligned with the arrow.
nOTE: The torque adjustment collar may be set to any
number at any time. However, the torque adjustment collar
is only engaged during screwdriving mode and not in drill
and hammerdrill modes.
6 so the drill symbol is
5 may be set on
so the screw symbol is
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Hammerdrilling (Fig. F)

CAUTION: When the mode collar is in the drill/
hammerdrill mode, the drill will not clutch out
regardless of the position of the torque adjustment
collar 5 .
Rotate the mode control collar
aligned with the arrow.
nOTE: The torque adjustment collar
any number.
Fig. E
5
6
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sCREWDRiVing
Torque Adjustment Collar (Fig. D–F)
Your tool has an adjustable torque screwdriver mechanism
for driving and removing a wide array of fastener shapes
and sizes. Circling the torque adjustment collar
numbers. These numbers are used to set the clutch to
deliver a torque range. The higher the number on the collar,
the higher the torque and the larger the fastener which can
be driven. To select any of the numbers, rotate until the
desired number aligns with the arrow.
Three-Speed Gearing (Fig. D–F)
The three-speed feature of your tool allows you to shift
gears for greater versatility. To select speed 1 (highest
torque setting), turn the tool off and permit it to stop. Slide
the gear shifter all the way forward. Speed 2 (middle
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torque and speed setting) is in the middle position. Speed 3
(highest speed setting) is to the rear.
nOTE: Do not change gears when the tool is running.
Always allow the drill to come to a complete stop before
changing gears. If you have trouble changing gears, make
sure that the gear shifter is engaged in one of the three
speed settings.
Keyless Single Sleeve Chuck (Fig. G–I)

WARNING: Do not attempt to tighten drill bits (or
any other accessory) by gripping the front part of the
chuck and turning the tool on. Damage to the chuck
and personal injury may result. Always lock off trigger
switch and disconnect tool from power source when
changing acces sories.

WARNING: Always ensure the bit is secure before
starting the tool. A loose bit may eject from tool
causing possible personal injury.
English
6 so the hammer symbol is
5 may be set on
Fig. F
5
6
7
hAMMERDRilling
are
5
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