User manual DEWALT DW245

[. . . ] â· Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Properly maintained tools, with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. â· Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tools operation. â· Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. [. . . ] â· Don't expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from an outlet. When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked "W-A" or "W. " These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. 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 cord length and nameplate ampere rating. Your DEWALT drill may come with an electronic feature called Anti-Lock Control. It is designed to help you control the drill during a stall and keep it from pulling out of your hands. This may be encountered when drilling in steel or using large bits in wood. As a stall situation presents itself, the motor cycles on and off for a set period of time. This takes up the reaction of the stall and allows you to keep the drill under control. The speed control senses your release of the trigger and resets the motor to run again. If there is no flash, the tool should be returned to a DEWALT authorized service center for repair. Engaged Level: Should a stall condition still exist, the electronics will shut down the tool and the light will be steady on. Alert Mode: A series of continual flashes as the trigger is pulled indicates that the electronics are no longer functioning. The tool may still be able to function without the benefit of AntiLock Control but should be serviced as soon as possible. DEWALT uses an advanced brush system which automatically stops the drill when the brushes wear out. To lock trigger in the on position for continuous operation, depress trigger and push up locking button "A" shown in figure 1, then gently release the trigger. To release the locking mechanism, depress the trigger fully, then release it. Before using the tool each time, be sure that the locking button release mechanism is working freely. Do not lock the switch on when drilling by hand so that you can instantly release the trigger switch if the bit binds in the hole. [. . . ] Any authorized DEWALT service center can install a keyless chuck in place of a keyed chuck. Open chuck jaws by turning plastic collar with fingers and insert shank of bit about 3/4" into chuck. Tighten plastic collar CLOCKWISE while depressing spindle lock button on the right side of the tool housing (Fig. To release bit, turn plastic collar COUNTERCLOCKWISE while depressing the spindle lock button (Fig. [. . . ]