Operation - DeWalt DC612 Instruction Manual

NOTE: Make sure your battery pack is fully charged.
To install the battery pack into the tool handle, align the
base of the tool with the notch inside the tool's handle and
slide the battery pack firmly into the handle until you hear the
lock snap into place.
To remove the battery pack from the tool, press the
release buttons (M) and firmly pull the battery pack out of the
tool handle. Insert it into the charger as described in the
charger manual (Fig. 4).
COMPONENTS
Refer to Figure 1 at the beginning of this manual for a com-
plete list of components.

OPERATION

Mode Selection
WARNING: Always wear eye and ear protection when
operating tool.
The D WALT cordless nailers are assembled in accordance
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with the ANSI Standard SNT-101-2002.
Before operating this tool, look at the selector switch to
determine the actuation mode. Read all instructions before
selecting actuation mode.
• D WALT cordless nailers DC613,
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DC615, DC617, and DC619 are
ONLY capable of operating in
sequential action mode (Fig. 5).
SEQUENTIAL ACTION
Use sequential action for intermittent
nailing where very careful and accurate
placement is desired.
To operate the nailer in sequential action mode:
1. Flip the switch located on the body
of the tool just between the trigger
and magazine to the left, as shown
in Figure 6.
2. Fully depress nosepiece against
the work surface (motor will start).
3. Pull trigger (nail will drive into work
surface).
4. Release trigger.
5. Lift nosepiece off work surface.
6. Repeat steps 2 - 4 for next application.
CAUTION: The contact trip needs to be depressed fol-
lowed by a trigger pull for each nail followed by a release of
both the contact trip and trigger after each nail.
• D WALT cordless nailers DC612, DC614, DC616, and
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DC618 are equipped with a bump/sequential selector
switch (Fig. 6).
BUMP ACTION
Bump action is intended for rapid nailing
on flat, stationary surfaces.
When using bump action, two methods
are available: place actuation and
bump actuation.
Flip the switch located on the body of the
tool just between the trigger and magazine
to the right as shown in Figure 7.
To operate the tool using the PLACE ACTUATION
method:
CAUTION: A nail will fire each time the trigger is
depressed as long as the contact trip remains depressed.
1. Depress the contact trip against the work surface.
2. Depress the trigger.
To operate the tool using the BUMP ACTUATION
method:
1. Depress the trigger.
2. Push the contact trip against the work surface. As long
as the trigger is depressed, the tool will fire a nail every
time the contact trip is depressed. This allows the user to
drive multiple nails in sequence.
CAUTION: Do not keep trigger depressed when tool is
not in use. Keep the contact trip lock-off engaged in the
locked position when the tool is not in use.
Preparing the Tool
CAUTION: NEVER spray or in any other way apply lubri-
FIG. 5 cants or cleaning solvents inside the tool. This can seriously
affect the life and performance of the tool.
NOTE: The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton.
Follow instructions outlined (see Charging Procedures).
1. Read the Safety Instruction section of this manual.
2. Wear eye and ear protection.
3. Ensure magazine is empty of all fasteners.
4. Check for smooth and proper operation of contact trip
and pusher assemblies. Do not use tool if either assem-
bly is not functioning properly. NEVER use a tool that has
FIG. 6
the contact trip restrained in the actuated position.
5. Keep tool pointed away from yourself and others.
6. Insert fully charged battery pack.
Using the Contact Trip Lock-off
(Fig. 8, 9)
WARNING: Always wear eye and
ear protection when operating tool.
Each D WALT nailer is equipped with a
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contact trip lock-off (B) which when
pulled downward with the lock symbol
showing as shown, prevents the tool
from firing a nail.
When the contact trip lock-off is
folded in as shown, the tool will be
fully operational. The contact trip
lock-off should always be locked off
whenever any adjustments are made
FIG. 7
or when tool is not in immediate use.
NOTE: Tools equipped with selective
actuation, when in bump fire mode will
allow the motor to start upon trigger pull. This is normal oper-
ation. The contact trip lock-off constrains the contact trip from
discharging a nail.
Loading the Tool
loading nails.
activated.
unloading nails.
LOAD AND DRAW METHOD (FIG. 1)
1. Insert fasteners into the rear of the magazine (G).
2. Pull pusher (H) back until the nail follower falls behind
3. Release the pusher.
LOCK AND LOAD METHOD
locked off whenever any adjustments are made or when tool
is not in use.
1. Pull pusher back until it locks.
2. Insert fasteners into the rear of the magazine.
3. Push forward on the pusher until it releases and slides
UNLOADING THE TOOL
locked off whenever any adjustments are made or when tool
is not in use.
1. Pull pusher back until it locks.
2. Tip the tool up until the nails slide freely out the back of
3. Open the jam clear door on the nosepiece to verify there
Adjusting Depth (Fig. 10)
The depth that the fastener is driven can be adjusted using
the depth adjustment wheel (C) on the side of the tool.
dental actuation when attempting to adjust depth,
FIG. 8
ALWAYS:
B
1. To drive the nail shallower, rotate the depth adjustment
5
CAUTION: Keep tool pointed in a safe direction when
CAUTION: Never load nails with the contact trip or trigger
CAUTION: Always remove battery pack before loading or
the nails.
CAUTION: Keep fingers clear of pusher to prevent injury.
CAUTION: The contact trip lock-off should always be
forward.
CAUTION: The contact trip lock-off should always be
the magazine
are no nails remaining.
WARNING: To reduce risk of serious injury from acci-
• Remove battery pack.
• Engage contact trip lock-off.
• Avoid contact with trigger during adjustments.
wheel (C) counterclockwise. There are six depth settings,
1 being the shallowest and 6 being the deepest.
FIG. 9
B