Operation - DeWalt DC727KA Original Instructions Manual

E N G L I S H
• Use only D WALT battery packs and
E
chargers.
Inserting and Removing the
Battery Pack from the Tool (fi g. A)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
serious personal injury, turn tool
off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or
accessories. An accidental start-up can
cause injury.
TO INSTALL THE BATTERY PACK INTO THE TOOL HANDLE
1. Align the base of the tool with the notch inside
the tool's handle.
2. Slide the battery pack firmly into the handle until
you hear the lock snap into place.
TO REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK FROM THE TOOL
1. Press the release buttons (10) and firmly pull the
battery pack out of the tool handle.
2. Insert battery pack into the charger as described
in the charger section of this manual.
Inserting and Removing Bits (fi g. A & C)
• Open the chuck by turning the sleeve (14)
counterclockwise and insert the bit shank.
• Place the bit in the chuck as far as it will go and lift
slightly before tightening.
• Tighten firmly by turning the sleeve clockwise.
• To remove the bit, proceed in reverse order.
Selecting the Operating Mode or Adjusting the
Torque (fi g. D)
The collar of this tool has 17 positions for the
adjustment of the torque to suit the size of the screw
and the workpiece material. For torque adjustment,
refer to the section "Screwdriving".
• Select the drilling mode or torque by aligning
the symbol or number on the collar (4) with the
indicator on the housing.
Forward/reverse Slider (fi g. E)
• To select forward or reverse rotation, use the
forward/reverse slider (2) as shown (see arrows on
tool).
WARNING: Always wait until the motor
has come to a complete standstill before
changing the direction of rotation.
Two Gear Selector (fi g. F)
Your tool is fitted with a two gear selector (3) to vary
the speed/torque ratio.
12
1 low speed/high torque
(drilling large holes, driving screws)
2 high speed/low torque
(drilling smaller holes)
For speed rates, refer to the technical data.
WARNING:
• Always push the two gear selector
completely forward or backward.
• Do not change gears at full speed or
during use.

OPERATION

WARNING: To reduce the risk
of serious personal injury, turn
tool off and disconnect tool from
power source before making any
adjustments or removing/installing
attachments or accessories.
Instructions for Use
WARNING:
• Always observe the safety instructions
and applicable regulations.
• Be aware of the location of pipework
and wiring.
• Apply only a gentle pressure to the tool.
Proper Hand Position (fi g. A, G)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious
personal injury, ALWAYS use proper
hand position as shown.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious
personal injury, ALWAYS hold securely in
anticipation of a sudden reaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on top of the
housing, with the other hand on the grip (8).
Switching On and Off (fi g. A & E)
• To run the tool, press the variable speed switch (1).
The pressure exerted on the variable speed switch
determines the tool speed.
• To stop the tool, release the switch.
• To lock the tool in the off position, move the
forward/reverse slider (2) to the central position.
WARNING: The drill is equipped with
a brake to stop the tool as soon as the
variable speed switch is fully released.