Storage Recommendations - DeWalt DCD960-XE Instruction Manual

2. The charger and battery pack may become warm to touch while charging. This
is a normal condition, and does not indicate a problem. To facilitate the cooling
of the battery pack after use, avoid placing the charger or battery pack in a warm
environment such as in a metal shed, or an uninsulated trailer.
3. If the battery pack does not charge properly:
a. Check current at receptacle by plugging in a lamp or other appliance
b. Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light switch which turns power off
when you turn out the lights.
c. Move charger and battery pack to a location where the surrounding air
temperature is approximately 18°- 24°C (65°F - 75°F).
d. If charging problems persist, take the tool, battery pack and charger to your
local service center.
4. The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to produce sufficient power
on jobs which were easily done previously. DO NOT CONTINUE to use under
these conditions. Follow the charging procedure. You may also charge a partially
used pack whenever you desire with no adverse affect on the battery pack.
5. Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged into the power supply, the
exposed charging contacts inside the charger can be shorted by foreign material.
Foreign materials of a conductive nature such as, but not limited to, steel wool,
aluminum foil, or any buildup of metallic particles should be kept away from
charger cavities. Always unplug the charger from the power supply when there is
no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug charger before attempting to clean.
6. Do not freeze or immerse charger in water or any other liquid.
WARNING: Shock hazard. Don't allow any liquid to get inside charger. Electric
shock may result.
CAUTION: Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If the plastic
housing of the battery pack breaks or cracks, return to a service center for recycling.

Storage Recommendations

1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry away from direct sunlight and
excess heat or cold.
2. Long storage will not harm the battery pack or charger. Under proper conditions,
they can be stored for 5 years or more.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE
COMPONENTS (FIG. 2)
WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it. Damage or personal
injury could result.
A. Trigger switch
B. Forward/reverse button
C. LED light
D. Chuck
E. Torque adjustment collar
INTENDED USE
These drills/drivers/hammerdrills are designed for professional drilling and
screwdriving applications. DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
These drills/drivers/hammerdrills are professional power tools. DO NOT let children
come into contact with the tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced operators
use this tool.
Variable Speed Switch (Fig. 2)
To turn the tool on, squeeze the trigger switch (A). To turn the tool off, release the
trigger switch. Your tool is equipped with a brake. The chuck will stop as soon as the
trigger switch is fully released.
NOTE: Continuous use in variable speed range is not recommended. It may damage
the switch and should be avoided.
Side Handle (Fig. 2)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, ALWAYS operate the tool with the
side handle properly installed. Failure to do so may result in the side handle slipping
during tool operation and subsequent loss of control. Hold tool with both hands to
maximize control.
Side handle (H) clamps to the front of the gear case and may be rotated 360˚ to permit
right- or left-hand use. Side handle must be tightened sufficiently to resist the twisting
action of the tool if the accessory binds or stalls. Be sure to grip the side handle at
the far end to control the tool during a stall.
If model is not equipped with side handle, grip drill with one hand on the handle and one
hand on the battery pack.
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F. Mode control collar
G. Gear shifter
H. Side handle (DCD950-XE, DCD960-XE,
DCD970-XE only)