Electrical Safety; Using An Extension Cable; Assembly And Adjustments - DeWalt D25012 Original Instructions Manual

h. Reversing lever
i. Lock-on button
j. Depth rod release button
INTENDED USE
These heavy-duty rotary hammers have been
designed for professional drilling and hammerdrilling,
screwdriving and light chipping
DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
These rotary hammers are professional power tools.
DO NOT let children come into contact with the
tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced
operators use this tool.

Electrical Safety

The electric motor has been designed for one
voltage only. Always check that the power supply
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
Your D WALT tool is double insulated in
E
accordance with EN 60745; therefore no
earth wire is required.
WARNING: 115 V units have to
be operated via a fail-safe isolating
transformer (manufactured according
BS EN 61558 & BS 4343) with an
earth screen between the primary and
secondary winding.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by a specially prepared cord available through the
D WALT service organization.
E
Mains Plug Replacement
(U.K. & Ireland Only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
• Safely dispose of the old plug.
• Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in
the plug.
• Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
WARNING: No connection is to be
made to the earth terminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good
quality plugs. Recommended fuse: 13 A.

Using an Extension Cable

If an extension cable is required, use an approved
extension cable suitable for the power input of this
tool (see technical data).
The minimum conductor size is 1.5 mm
When using a cable reel, always unwind the cable
completely.

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

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.
Side Handle (fi g. 1)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
personal injury, ALWAYS operate
the tool with the side handle properly
installed and securely tightened. Failure
to do so may result in the side handle
slipping during tool operation and
subsequent loss of control. Hold tool
with both hands to maximize control.
A side handle comes assembled with this rotary
hammer. The side handle (c) can be fitted to suit
both right-hand and left-hand users.
TO ADJUST THE SIDE HANDLE
1. Loosen the side handle (c) by turning it
counterclockwise.
2. Rotate the side handle to the desired position.
3. Tighten the side handle by turning it clockwise.
TO CHANGE SIDES
For right-hand users: slide the side handle
clamp over the chuck, handle at the left.
For left-hand users: slide the side handle clamp
over the chuck, handle at the right.
Reversing Lever (fi g. 1)
The reversing lever (h) is used to reverse the rotary
hammer for backing out fasteners or jammed bits in
the drill-only function.
CAUTION: When reversing to clear
jammed bits, be ready for strong
reactive torque.
To reverse the rotary hammer, turn it off and align
the reversing lever (h) with the yellow arrow pointing
backward (viewed when holding drill in operating
position).
To position the lever for forward operation, turn the
rotary hammer off and align the reversing lever (h)
with the yellow arrow pointing forward (viewed when
holding drill in operating position).
EN GL IS H
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