Prior To Operation; Maintenance - DeWalt DC600 Instructions Manual

Two-Gear Selector (fi g. G)
Your tool is fi tted with a two gear selector (5) to
vary the speed/torque ratio.
Position Speed/torque ratio
1 Low speed/high torque
2 High speed/low torque
For speed rates, refer to the technical data.
WARNING: Always push the two gear
selector completely forward or backward.
WARNING: Do not change gears at full
speed or during use.

Prior to Operation

● Make sure your battery pack is (fully) charged.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use
WARNING: Always observe the safety
instructions and applicable regulations.
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.
Proper Hand Position (fi g. A, H)
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 the main
handle (15) for either drilling position as shown.
Switching On and Off (fi g. A)
● To run the tool, press the switch (1).
● 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.
Screwdriving (fi g. A)
● Insert the appropriate screwdriver bit.
● Select the desired gear.
● Select forward or reverse rotation.
● Set the collar (4) to position 1 and begin
screwdriving (low torque) (Fig. E).
● If the clutch ratchets too soon, adjust the collar
to increase the torque as required.
Application
Drilling large holes
Drilling (fi g. A)
Drilling smaller holes
● Insert the appropriate bit.
● Select the drilling mode using the collar (4)
(Fig. E).
● Select the appropriate gear.
● Select forward rotation.
Drilling in Metal
● Use a cutting lubricant when drilling metals. The
exceptions are cast iron and brass which should
be drilled dry.
Drilling in Wood
● Use the appropriate type of drill bit.

MAINTENANCE

Your D
operate over a long period of time with a minimum
of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation
depends upon proper tool care and regular
cleaning.
Lubrication
Your power tool requires no additional lubrication.
Cleaning
WALT power tool has been designed to
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury, switch off and disconnect the
tool from the power source before
installing and removing accessories,
before adjusting or changing set-ups
or when making repairs. Be sure the
tool is switched off. An accidental start-
up can cause injury.
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of the
main housing with dry air as often as dirt
is seen collecting in and around the air
vents. Wear approved eye protection and
approved dust mask when performing
this procedure.
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