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Auxiliary Top Handle (Fig. A)
A fixed auxiliary top handle
tool and for use as an additional handle.
Variable Speed Trigger (Fig. A)
Depressing the variable speed trigger
releasing the variable speed trigger turns the tool off. The
variable speed trigger permits speed control—the farther the
trigger is depressed, the higher the speed of the drill.
Forward/Reverse Button (Fig. A)
A forward/reverse button
tool. It is located in front of the trigger.
To select forward rotation, release the trigger
the forward/reverse button on the right side of the tool.
To select reverse, depress the forward/reverse button on
the left side of the tool. When changing the position of the
button, be sure the trigger is released.
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.
Installing and Removing the Chuck Key
(Fig. H)
DCD446
Your tool is provided with a chuck key
on the knuckle guard of the tool. To install the chuck key into
its holder, slide the key handle
shown and snap the handle's shaft into the retention clip
on the key holder.
To remove the chuck key from its holder, rotate the flat
head of the handle and pull the chuck key handle out of
the holder.
NOTE: To avoid losing the chuck key, do not store it in any
other orientation.
Installing and Releasing a Bit (Fig. A, F)
DCD447
WARNING: Always lock off trigger switch and
disconnect tool from power source when transporting
or 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.
WARNING: The quick release chuck should only
be replaced or repaired by a D
serivce center.
NOTE: The quick release chuck accepts 7/16'' (11 mm) hex
accessories and bit tips only.
Place the forward/reverse button
(center) position and remove the battery pack before
changing accessories.
To install a bit or an accessory, fully insert the bit or
accessory into the quick release chuck
accessory is locked into place.
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is provided for carrying the
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turns the tool on,
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determines the direction of the
and depress
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that can be stored
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into key holder hole as
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in the lock-off
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. The bit or
To remove a bit or an accessory, push the chuck collar
away from the front of the tool. Remove the bit or accessory.
Release the collar.
Installing and Releasing a Bit from the
Keyed Chuck (Fig. A)
DCD446
WARNING: Do not attempt to tighten drill bits (or
any other accessory) by gripping the chuck collar
and turning the tool on. Damage to the chuck and
personal injury may result. Always lock off trigger
switch and remove the battery from the tool 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.
Open the keyed chuck
hand then insert the shank of the bit about 3/4" (19 mm) into
chuck. Tighten the chuck collar by hand. Place chuck key (
Fig. A) in each of the three holes, and tighten in clockwise
direction. It's important to tighten chuck with all three holes.
To release the bit, turn the chuck counterclockwise in just one
hole, then loosen the chuck by hand.
NOTE: When using hex shank or three-sided shank bits, be
sure to align the flat sides of the bit with the chuck jaws to
ensure the bit is properly engaged by the jaws.
Worklight (Fig. A)
CAUTION: Do not stare into worklight. Serious eye
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injury could result.
The worklight
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is activated when the trigger is depressed,
and will remain on for a short time after the trigger is released.
If the trigger 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.
OPERATION
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An
accidental start‑up can cause injury.
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
(Fig. G)
WARNING: Ensure the tool/appliance is in the off
position before inserting the battery pack.
NOTE: For best results, make sure your battery pack is
fully charged.
1. To install the battery pack
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.
2. To remove the battery pack from the tool, press the
battery pack release button
pack out of the tool handle. Insert it into the charger as
described in the charger section of this manual.
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jaws by turning the collar
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into the tool handle, align
and firmly pull the battery
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by
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