DeWalt XR LI-ION DCS380 Original Instructions Manual page 13

These reciprocating saws 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.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start‑up can cause injury.

WARNING: Use only D
Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack
from the Tool (Fig. B)
nOTE: Make sure your battery pack
To Install the Battery Pack into the Tool Handle
1. Align the battery pack
handle (Fig. B).
2. Slide it into the handle until the battery pack is firmly seated
in the tool and ensure that you hear the lock snap into place.
To Remove the Battery Pack from the Tool
1. Press the release button
out of the tool handle.
2. Insert battery pack into the charger as described in the
charger section of this manual.
Fuel Gauge Battery Packs (Fig. B)
Some D WALT battery packs include a fuel gauge which
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consists of three green LED lights that indicate the level of
charge remaining in the battery pack.
To actuate the fuel gauge, press and hold the fuel gauge
button 9 . A combination 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.
Blade Installation and Removal
(Fig. A, E–G, J)
Different blade lengths are available. Use the appropriate blade
for the application. The blade should be longer than 89 mm and
WALT battery packs and chargers.
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6 is fully charged.
6 with the rails inside the tool's
and firmly pull the battery pack
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should extend past the shoe and the thickness of the workpiece
during the cut. Do not use jigsaw blades with this tool.

WARNING: Cut hazard. Blade breakage may occur if the
blade does not extend past the shoe and the workpiece
during the cut (Fig. E). Increased risk of personal injury, as
well as damage to the shoe and workpiece may result.
To install blade into saw
1. Pull blade clamp release lever
2. Insert blade shank from the front.
3. Push blade clamp release lever down.
nOTE: The blade can be installed in four positions as shown in
Figure F. Both units allow the blade to be installed upside‑down
to assist in flush‑to cutting; see Figure J.
To Remove blade from saw

CAUTION: Burn hazard. Do not touch the blade
immediately after use. Contact with the blade may result
in personal injury.
1. Open up blade clamp release lever.
2. Remove blade.
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 battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start‑up can cause injury.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. E)

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.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the hand grip
with the other hand on the main handle
Variable Speed Trigger Switch (Fig. D)
Lock‑off Button and Trigger switch
Your saw is equipped with a lock‑off button
To lock the trigger switch, press the lock‑off button as shown
in Figure D. Always lock the trigger switch
storing the tool to eliminate unintentional starting. The lock‑off
button is colored red to indicate when the switch is in its
unlocked position.
To unlock the trigger switch, press the lock‑off button as
shown in Figure D. Pull the trigger switch to turn the motor ON.
Releasing the trigger switch turns the motor OFF.

WARNING: This tool has no provision to lock the switch
in the ON position, and should never be locked ON by any
other means.
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