DeWalt DCS355 Instruction Manual page 14

To actuate t he fuel g auge, press a nd hold FIG. 15 T
thefuel g auge b utton (T). A combination
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of the three green LED lights will illuminate
designating the level of charge left. When
the level of charge in the battery is below
the usable limit, the fuel gauge will not
illuminate and the battery will need to be
recharged.
NOTE: The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on the
battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality and is subject to
variation based on product components, temperature and end-user
application.
For more information regarding fuel gauge battery packs, please call
1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258) or visit our website www.dewalt.
com.
Variable Speed Trigger (Fig. 16)
A WARNING: Ensure switch is fully OFF before installing the battery
pack.
1. Install the battery pack.
2. To turn the tool ON, hold it as shown in Figure 16 and press the
variable speed trigger (A).
NOTE: The further the trigger FIG.16 t,
switch is depressed, the faster
the tool will operate. If in doubt
about the proper speed for your
operation, test the performance
at low speed and gradually
increase until a comfortable
speed is found. A
3. To turn the tool OFF, release the variable speed switch (A).
Lock On/Off Button (Fig. 17)
Engage the lock on/off button (D), by pushing FIG. 17
it to the left or right. When the trigger (A) is
not depressed, pushing the button fully to
either side until it snaps into place will lock the
trigger and disable it from being depressed.
Placing the button in the center position
allows the trigger to operate normally.
Pushing the button to the left or right with the A
trigger depressed will lock the trigger in the depressed position. This
allows for more comfort and control in extended use applications.
Pressing the trigger switch again will release the lock out and the tool
will turn off upon release of the trigger.
LED Worklight (Fig. 18)
The LED worklight (B) will activate any time the trigger is depressed
and will remain on for 20 seconds after trigger is released.
FIG.18
Helpful Hints
• Always ensure the workpiece is firmly held or clamped to prevent
movement. Any movement of the material may affect the quality
of the cutting or sanding finish.
• Do not start sanding without having the sandpaper attached to
sanding platen.
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