DeWalt D25960 Original Instructions Manual page 23

Markings on Tool
The following pictograms are shown on the tool:
Read instruction manual before use.
Wear ear protection.
Wear eye protection.
Date Code Position (Fig. a)
The date code , which also includes the year of manufacture,
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is printed into the housing.
Example:
Year of Manufacture
Description (Fig. A)

WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it.
Damage or personal injury could result.
On/off switch
1
Main handle
2
Side handle clamping knob
3
Tool retainer
4
Tool holder
5
Side handle
6
intended Use
The D25960, D25961 heavy‑duty demolition hammers are
designed for heavy‑duty demolition and breaking applications.
DO nOT use under wet conditions or in the presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
These heavy‑duty demolition hammers are professional
power tools.
DO nOT let children come into contact with the tool.
Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use
this tool.
• Young children and the infirm. This appliance is not
intended for use by young children or infirm persons
without supervision.
• This product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) suffering from diminished physical, sensory or
mental abilities; lack of experience, knowledge or skills
unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should never be left alone with this product.
Active Vibration Control
The active vibration control neutralises rebound vibration from
the hammer mechanism. Lowering hand and arm vibration,
it allows more comfortable use for longer periods of time and
extends the life of the unit.
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ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit
off and disconnect machine from power source
before installing and removing accessories, before
adjusting or changing set‑ups or when making
repairs. Be sure the trigger switch is in the OFF position.
An accidental start‑up can cause injury.

WARNING: Always wear gloves when changing
accessories. The exposed metal parts on the tool and
accessory may become extremly hot during operation.
Inserting and Removing 28/30 mm Hex
Accessories (Fig. C, D)
D25960
This machine uses chisels with a 28 mm hex shank.
D25961
This machine uses chisels with a 30 mm hex shank.
Only D WALT recommended accessories should be used with
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this product.
• Clean the chisel shank (Fig. C).
D25960
To Fit a chisel with Groove in the shank (Fig. D1)
1. Pull the tool retainer
4
2. Hold the chisel in front of the tool holder with the groove
facing upwards.
3. Insert the chisel shank into the tool holder
4. Push the retainer 4 backwards to lock the accessory
in position.
5. Pull on the chisel to check if it is properly locked. The
hammering function requires the chisel to be able to move
axially several centimetres when locked in the tool holder.
6. To remove a chisel pull back the retainer
chisel out of the tool holder
To Fit a chisel with collar on the shank (Fig. D2)
1. Pull the tool retainer 4
2. Insert the chisel shank into the tool holder
3. Push the retainer 4 in line with the accessory shank to lock
the accessory in position.
4. Pull on the chisel to check if it is properly locked.The
hammering function requires the chisel to be able to move
axially several centimetres when locked in the tool holder.
5. To remove a chisel pull back the retainer
chisel out of the tool holder
D25961
To Fit a chisel with Groove in the shank (Fig. D3)
1. Pull the retainer bolt 9
unlock position.
2. Hold the chisel in front of the tool holder with the groove
facing upwards.
3. Insert the chisel shank into the tool holder
to the unlock position.
5 .
4 and pull the
.
5
to the unlock position.
5 .
4 and pull the
.
5
and turn it by 180° to the
5 .
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