Maintenance; Register Online - DeWalt DCF500B Instruction Manual

3. Consider the intended operation and select either
forward or reverse rotation.
4. Press variable speed trigger switch
5. Release variable speed trigger switch
6. If the ratchet stalls, release the variable speed trigger
switch immediately. Do not press the variable speed
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trigger switch on and off in an attempt to start a
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stalled ratchet. Doing so can damage the tool.
7. The ratchet can also be used manually for breaking free
stubborn fasteners or snugging by releasing the trigger
and applying the torque by hand.
nOTE: Excessive manual torque may damage the
included anvils.

MAINTENANCE


WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An
accidental start‑up can cause injury.
Your D WALT power tool has been designed to operate
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over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool
care and regular cleaning.
Cleaning

WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with
clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk
of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye
protection when performing this procedure.

WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh
chemicals for cleaning the non‑metallic parts of the
tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic materials
used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened only with
water and mild soap. Never let any liquid get inside the
tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
Accessories

WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered
by D WALT, have not been tested with this product,
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use of such accessories with this product could be
hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only D
recommended accessories should be used with
this product.
Recommended accessories for use with your product are
available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized
service center. If you need assistance in locating any
accessory, please contact D
(1-800-433-9258) or visit our website: www.dewalt.com.
Repairs
The charger and batteries are not serviceable. There are no
serviceable parts inside the charger or battery pack.

WARNING: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, maintenance and adjustment (including
brush inspection and replacement, when applicable)
should be performed by a factory service center or
an authorized service center. Always use identical
replacement parts.
to start operation.
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1 to stop operation.
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Register Online

Thank you for your purchase. Register your product now for:
• WARRAnTY sERViCE: Registering your product will help
you obtain more efficient warranty service in case there is
a problem with your product.
• COnFiRMATiOn OF OWnERshiP: In case of
an insurance loss, such as fire, flood or theft, your
registration of ownership will serve as your proof
of purchase.
• FOR YOUR sAFETY: Registering your product will allow
us to contact you in the unlikely event a safety notification
is required under the Federal Consumer Safety Act.
• Register online at www.dewalt.com.
Three‑Year Limited Warranty
For warranty terms, go to https://www.dewalt.com/
support/warranty.
To request a written copy of the warranty terms, contact:
Customer Service at D WALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 East
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Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21286 or call 1-800-4-D
(1-800-433-9258).
lATin AMERiCA: This warranty does not apply to products
sold in Latin America. For products sold in Latin America,
see country‑specific warranty information contained in
the packaging, call the local company or see website for
warranty information.
FREE WARning lABEl REPlACEMEnT: If your warning
labels become illegible or are missing, call 1-800-4-D
(1-800-433-9258) for a free replacement.
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