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nOTE: The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on
the battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality and is
subject to variation based on product components, temperature
and end‑user application.
Rotating Rafter/Belt Hook (Fig. F)
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The rafter/belt hook and can be easily positioned to the left
or right of the tool to accommodate left‑ or right‑handed users.
If use of the hook is not desired at all, it can be rotated to the
front or back of the handle base.
Loading The Tool (Fig. D)

WARNING: Always lock tool off and disconnect battery
pack before loading and unloading fasteners.
1. Slide the spring‑loaded pusher latch
magazine to lock it into place.
2. Select an appropriate collated nail stick. (Refer to Technical
Data.) D
WALT would always recommend that you use
E
D WALT branded first fix nails.
E

WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered
by D WALT, have not been tested with this product, use
E
of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous.
To reduce the risk of injury, only D
accessories should be used with this product.
3. Insert collated nail stick into the loading slot on side of the
magazine. Be sure the fasteners ride on their heads in the
nail channel.
4. Close the magazine by releasing the pusher latch. Carefully
allow the latch to slide forward and engage the nail strip.
Dry Fire Lock Out
The nailer is equipped with a dry fire lock out which restricts the
tool from actuating when the magazine is nearly empty. When
approximately 7 to 9 nails remain in the magazine, the tool dry
fire lock actuates. Refer to Loading the Tool to reload a stick of
collated nails.
nOTE: If heavy force is placed on the tool it is possible to
override the lock out. This protects the tool from potential
damage if dropped.
Adjusting the Driving Depth (Fig. E)
The nail driving depth can be adjusted using the depth
adjustment wheel.
1. To drive the nail shallower, rotate the depth adjustment
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wheel to the left, toward the shallow nail icon.
2. To sink a nail deeper, rotate the depth adjustment wheel
to the right, toward the deeper nail icon.
Selecting the Mode (Fig. A)
DCN692
To select sequential action mode, slide the mode selector
9
switch to display the single nail icon ( .
To select contact trip mode (also known as bump mode), slide
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the mode selector switch to display the three nail icon (
nOTE: Maximum power for driving long nails is achieved in
sequential mode, so limit use of bump mode when driving
longer nails.
DCN695
To select standard sequential mode, slide the mode selector
switch
To select RapidCycle sequential action mode, slide the mode
selector switch
nOTE: Battery life in RapidCycle sequential mode will be shorter
than in standard sequential mode. Leaving the tool in standard
sequential will give maximum battery life.
Speed Selection (Fig. A)
This nailer is equipped with a dual speed selection switch
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to the base of the
located on the foot.
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•
In the event that nails are not driving to depth in speed
setting 1, you may have to switch to speed setting 2 for
additional driving power.
WALT recommended
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OPERATION
Instructions for Use


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.
9
to display the single arrow icon.
9
to display the double arrow
For shorter nails, select speed 1 by setting the switch to the
left most position.
For longer nails and more rigorous applications, select
speed 2 by setting the switch to the right most position.
NOTICE: Firing nails under 71 mm in length using speed
setting 2 will cause excessive wear to your tool and may
result in early failures.
Speed
Benefit
Setting
Power to drive
2
longer nails
Increased tool
durability, Increased
1 battery life,
Increased speed of
firing, Less recoil
WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicable regulations.
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.
WARNING: If the tool has been dropped or you
suspect tool damage perform tool operation
check as defined in the mode selection section of
the manual. If it doesn't perform according to the
manual, stop using the tool and have it serviced at
an Authorized D WALT Service Centre.
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English
icon.
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Typical Nail
Application
Length
Stud Work
Noggings
71 – 90 mm
Joists
Timber framing
Flooring
Cladding
Fencing 50 – 70 mm
Boarding
Battening
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