DeWalt D25415K Instruction Manual page 8

These heavy duty 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.
ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and
disconnect it from power source before installing and
removing accessories, before adjusting or when making
repairs. An accidental start-up can cause injury.
Side Handle (Fig. 2)
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 until you are sure the side
handle won't slip.
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.
Trigger Switch (Fig. 1)
To start the rotary hammer, depress the trigger switch (A). To stop
rotary hammer, release the switch.
The variable speed trigger switch (A) permits speed control. The
farther the trigger switch is de pressed, the higher the speed of the
FIG. 2
rotary hammer.
NOTE: Use lower speeds for starting holes without a center punch,
drilling in metal, plastics or ceramics, or driving screws. Higher speeds
are better for drilling in wood and composition board and for using
abrasive and polishing accessories.
Mode Selector (Fig. 3)
I
NOTICE: Tool must come to a
complete stop before activating the
mode selector button or damage to the
tool may result.
DRILL-ONLY MODE
C
To use drill-only mode, press mode
selector button (H) and turn the mode
selection dial (G) so the yellow arrow
points to the corresponding symbol as
shown. Use drill-only mode for wood,
metal, and plastics.
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FIG. 3
G
H