DeWalt D25960 Original Instructions Manual page 24

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4. Pull the retainer bolt 9
lock 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 the retainer bolt
180° to the unlock position.
Adjusting the Side Handle (Fig. A)
The side handle 6 is assembled on the machine to suit both
right‑ and left‑hand users.

WARNING: Always operate the machine with the side
handle properly mounted.
1. Loosen the clamp knob
desired position.
2. Lock the side handle in place by tightening the clamp
knob .
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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. Be sure the
trigger switch is in the OFF position. An accidental start‑up
can cause injury.

Be aware of the location of pipework and wiring.

Apply a pressure of approx. 20 ‑ 30 kg to the tool. Excessive
force does not speed up chiselling but decreases tool
performance and may shorten tool life.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. B)

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.
IMPORTanT: The tool must be held with two hands at all times
when in use.
Horizontal applications (Fig. B1)
Proper hand position requires one hand on the side handle
and the other hand on the main handle
Vertical applications (Fig. B2)
Proper hand position requires both hands on the main
handle .
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Switching On and Off (Fig. A)
Switching on: set the on/off switch
off: set the on/off switch 1
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and turn it by 180° back to the
9 and turn it by
3 and rotate the side handle to the
2 .
1 to position 1. Switching
to position 0.
Demolition, Chasing and Channelling
(Fig. A, B)
1. Select the appropriate chisel, and clean its shank.
2. Insert the chisel and check whether it is properly locked.
3. Fit and adjust the side handle
firmly tightened.
4. Hold the tool with two hands on the main handle
one hand on the main handle
handle 6 . The tool must be held with two hands at all times
when in use. Refer to Proper Hand Postion.
5. Switch on tool to run in continuous operation.
6. Always switch off the tool when work is finished and
before unplugging.
Various types of chisels are available as an option.
Only D WALT recommended accessories should be used with
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this product.
MAINTENANCE
Your D WALT power tool has been designed to operate
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over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool
care and regular cleaning.

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. Be sure the
trigger switch is in the OFF position. An accidental start‑up
can cause injury.
This machine is not user‑serviceable. Take the tool to an
authorised D WALT repair agent periodically. If problems occur
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before this time contact an authorised D
Accessory Maintenance (Fig. E, F)

WARNING: These chisels can be reground only a
limited number of times. If in doubt, contact your dealer
for recommendations.

WARNING: Ensure that the cutting edge does not show
discolouration caused by too much pressure. This may
impair the hardness of the accessory.
For the best results only use sharp chisel bits. Sharpening chisel
bits frequently will guarantee long life of the chisel bits and the
best performance results.
grinding
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Refer to figure E for the types of chisels to use with this tool.
Grind the chisels on grinding discs with continuos water flow.
Refer to figure F for the appropriate angles of the following
chisels:
pointed chisel
11
flat chisel
12
wide scaling chisel
13
clay spade
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6 and make sure it is
or
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2 and one hand on the side
WALT repair agent.
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