User manual DEWALT DW246

[. . . ] 3 Guard against electric shock Prevent body contact with earthed surfaces (e. ) electric safety can be improved by inserting an isolating transformer or a (FI) earth-leakage circuit-breaker. 4 Keep children away Do not let children come into contact with the tool or extension cord. 5 Extension cords for outdoor use When the tool is used outdoors, always use extension cords intended for outdoor use and marked accordingly. [. . . ] 19 Check for damaged parts Before using the tool, carefully check it for damage to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for misalignment and seizure of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other conditions that may affect its operation. Have damaged guards or other defective parts repaired or replaced as instructed. 20 Have your tool repaired by an authorized DEWALT repair agent This Power Tool is in accordance with the relevant safety regulations. Check for damage to the tool, parts or accessories which may have occurred during transport. Take the time to thoroughly read and understand this manual prior to operation. 1 Variable speed switch 2 Lock-on button (DW217/DW221/DW226/DW236/DW246) 3 Forward/reverse slider 4 Spindle lock (DW221/DW226/DW236/DW246/DW248) 5 Keyless chuck DW248 - Anti-stalling control The anti-stalling feature is designed to help you control the drill during a stall and keep it from pulling out of your hands. This may occur when drilling in steel or using large diameter drills in wood. in case of a stall , the motor will be switched on and off at regular intervals. There are three alert signals: - Check level: the stalling indicator will flash once each time you depress the switch (1). - Engaged level: if a stall condition still exists, the electronics will stop the tool and the indicator will light permanently. Never connect the live (L) or neutral (N) wires to the earth pin marked E or . For 115 V units with a power rating exceeding 1500 W, we recommend to fit a plug to BS4343 standard. Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate. Your DEWALT tool is double insulated in accordance with EN 50144; therefore no earth wire is required. If an extension cable is required, use an approved extension cable suitable for the power input of this tool (see technical data). Should your mains plug need replacing and you are competent to do this, proceed as instructed below. If you are in doubt, contact an authorized DEWALT repair agent or a qualified electrician. Cut off the plug and dispose of it safely; a plug with bared copper conductors is dangerous if engaged in a live socket outlet. Only fit 13 Amperes BS1363A approved plugs fitted with the correctly rated fuse (1). [. . . ] Excessive force does not speed up drilling but decreases tool performance and may shorten tool life. The pressure exerted on the variable speed switch determines the tool speed. Cleaning Keep the ventilation slots clear and regularly clean the housing with a soft cloth. Take your tool to an authorized DEWALT repair agent where it will be disposed of in an environmentally safe way. [. . . ]