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DeWalt DC415-XE Instruction Manual

Heavy-duty 36v cordless finishing grinder
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DC415-XE
HEAVY-DUTY 36V CORDLESS FINISHING GRINDER

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL DC415-XE HEAVY-DUTY 36V CORDLESS FINISHING GRINDER...

  • Page 3: Definitions: Safety Guidelines

    1. WORK AREA Definitions: Safety Guidelines a. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents. b. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the The definitions below describe the level of severity for each presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.

  • Page 4: Additional Safety Instructions

    d. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A 5. BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in a. Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting battery pack. Inserting personal injury.
  • Page 5 • Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring. Contact with a “live” wire glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR will make exposed metal parts of the tool “live”...
  • Page 6 • The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their • If battery contents come into contact with the skin, immediately wash area definitions are as follows: with mild soap and water. If battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open eye for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases.

  • Page 7: Storage Recommendations

    RBRC™ in cooperation with D WALT and other battery users, has established • Pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger. This will reduce programs in the United States to facilitate the collection of spent lithium ion batteries. risk of damage to electric plug and cord. Help protect our environment and conserve natural resources by returning the spent •...

  • Page 8: Charging Procedure

    • Disconnect the charger from the outlet before attempting any cleaning. This PROBLEM POWERLINE will reduce the risk of electric shock. Removing the battery pack will not reduce When the charger is used with some portable power sources such as generators or this risk.
  • Page 9 c. Move charger and battery pack to a location where the surrounding air To remove the battery pack from the tool, press the release button (J) and firmly pull temperature is approximately 18°- 24°C (65°F - 75°F). the battery pack out of the tool handle. Insert it into the charger as described in the charger section of this manual.

  • Page 10: Assembly And Adjustments

    be serviced and re-assembled by a D WALT service center. Failure to have the tool FIG. 3 serviced may cause brush, motor and bearing failure. 3. Re-install screws to attach the gear case to the motor housing. Tighten screws to 2.08 Nm (18 in-lbs.) torque.
  • Page 11 115 mm (4-1/2") Grinding Wheels Wire Wheels Type 27 guard Type 27 guard Type 27 guard Type 27 guard unthreaded backing flange 3" wire cup Type 27 hubbed wheel brush 4" wire wheel Type 27 depressed center wheel threaded clamp nut...
  • Page 12 115 mm (4-1/2") Sanding 115 mm (4-1/2") Sanding Flap Discs Cutting Wheels Discs rubber backing pad Type 1 guard Type 1 guard Type 27 guard Type 27 guard sanding disc backing flange backing flange unthreaded backing flange hubbed sanding flap disc threaded clamp nut abrasive cutting wheel...

  • Page 13: Operation

    1. Open the guard latch (L), and align the lugs (M) on the OPERATION guard with the slots (N) on the gear case. Switch 2. Push the guard down until the guard lugs engage UNLOCKED and rotate freely in the groove on the gear case hub. LOCK-OFF BUTTON AND TRIGGER SWITCH 3.
  • Page 14 To engage the lock, depress the spindle lock button and rotate the spindle until you raised section (pilot) fits into the center of the 6.35 mm (1/4") WHEELS are unable to rotate the spindle further. wheel. If the wheel you are installing is 3.17 mm (1/8") thick or less, place the threaded clamp nut MOUNTING AND USING DEPRESSED CENTER GRINDING WHEELS on the spindle so that the raised section (pilot) is...
  • Page 15 1. Allow the tool to reach full speed before touching the tool to the work surface. 3. While depressing spindle lock, thread clamp nut (S) on spindle, piloting the raised hub on the 2. Apply minimum pressure to the work surface, allowing the tool to operate at high clamp nut into the center of san ding disc and speed.
  • Page 16 Precautions To Take When Sanding Paint During clean up, children and pregnant women should be kept away from the immediate work area. 1. Sanding of lead based paint is NOT RECOMMENDED due to the difficulty of 3. All toys, washable furniture and utensils used by children should be washed controlling the contaminated dust.
  • Page 17 3. Maintain a 5˚ to 10˚ angle between the tool and work 4. Close the guard latch to secure the on guard the surface for wire cup brushes. gear case cover. You should be unable to rotate the guard by hand when the latch is in closed 4.

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    USING CUTTING WHEELS • Support large panels to minimize the risk of wheel pinching and kickback. Large panels tend to sag under their own weight. Support must be placed under WARNING: Do not use edge grinding/cutting wheels for surface grinding applications the panel on both sides, near the line of cut and near the edge of the panel.

  • Page 19: Three Year Limited Warranty

    To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment In addition to the warranty, D WALT tools are covered by our: (including brush inspection and replacement) should be performed by certified FREE ONE YEAR SERVICE CONTRACT service centers or other qualified service organizations, always using identical WALT will also maintain the tool for free at any time during the first year of replacement parts.
  • Page 20 20 Fletcher Road, Mooroolbark, VIC 3138 Australia (03 8720 5100) • 5 Te Apunga Place, Mt Wellington, New Zealand (09 259 1111) (MAY07) Form No. 652070-00 DC415-XE Copyright © 2007 D WALT The following are trademarks for one or more D WALT power tools: the yellow and black color scheme;...

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