Assembly And Adjustments - DeWalt DCF888D2 Instruction Manual

operate. For maximum tool life, use variable speed only for
starting holes or fasteners.
nOTE: Continuous use in variable speed range is not
recommended. It may damage the switch and should
be avoided.
Forward/Reverse Control Button (Fig. A)
A forward/reverse control button
direction of the tool and also serves as a lock-off button.
To select forward rotation, release the trigger switch and
depress the forward/reverse control button on the right side
of the tool.
To select reverse, release the trigger switch and depress the
forward/reverse control button on the left side of the tool.
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.
Quick-Release Chuck (Fig. A, D, E)

WARNING: Use only impact accessories. Non-impact
accessories may break and cause a hazardous
condition. Inspect accessory prior to use to ensure that
it con tains no cracks.
nOTE: The chuck accepts 1/4" (6.35 mm) hex accessories.
Place the forward/reverse button
off (center) position or remove battery pack before
changing accessories.
Fig. D
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To install an accessory, fully insert the accessory. The
accessory is locked into place (Fig. D).
To remove an accessory, pull the chuck collar
from the front of the tool. Remove the accessory (Fig. E).
Worklights (Fig. A)

CAUTION: Do not stare into worklight. Serious eye
injury could result.
The three worklights located around the chuck collar
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are activated when the trigger switch is depressed.
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Table 1
Customizable Features
Worklight brightness
Worklight delay off
Maximum speed (RPM)
Precision Drive hesitation (seconds)
2 determines the
in the lock-
2
Fig. E
3
4
3 away
Home Mode 1
High High
20 secs 20 secs
3250 1000
Disabled 1
In the factory preset mode, when the trigger is released,
the worklight will stay illuminated for up to 20 seconds. If
the trigger switch remains depressed, the worklights will
remain on. These settings can be customized using the Tool
Connect™ app. Refer to Mode Selector.
nOTE: The worklights are for lighting the immediate work
surface and are not intended to be used as a flashlight.

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS


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. Exception—Tool
Connect™ functions and mode adjustments require
battery to be installed.
Mode Selector (Fig. A, F)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, remove
accessories from the tool chuck before using the
mode selector.
Your tool is equipped with a mode selector that
allows modes 1, 2, and 3 to be customized using the
Tool Connect™ app. Home settings are active when
the home indicator 12 is lit. The following 4 features
can be customized. For more information, refer to
Table 1 below.
Once configured, pressing the mode selector button
the foot of the tool will cycle through the modes
If you are unsure of the current configuration, press the
mode selector button 11 to set the tool to the Home
setting (home indicator
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Fig. F
11 12
D WALT Tool Connect™
e

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, remove
accessories from the tool chuck before any Tool
Connect™ interaction.
Factory Presets
Mode 2 Mode 3
High High
20 secs 20 secs
2800 3250
Disabled Disabled
English
11
13 .
is lit).
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Customizable Range
OFF–High
0–20 minutes
1000–3250
0–1
on
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