Description (Fig. A); Operation - DeWalt DCN681N Original Instructions Manual

Date Code Position
The date code, which also includes the year of manufacture, is
printed into the housing.
Example:
Year of Manufacture
Description (Fig. A)

WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it.
Damage or personal injury could result.
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Trigger
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Trigger lock‑off
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Depth adjustment wheel
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Headlights/Low battery/
Stall indicator
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Contact trip
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Sliding magazine
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Bump/Sequential
selector switch
Intended Use
Your cordless stapler has been designed for driving staples into
wooden workpieces.
DO nOT use under wet conditions or in the presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
Your cordless stapler is a professional power tool.
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
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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
Belt Hook (Fig. A)

WARNING: Remove staples from magazine before
making any adjustments or servicing this tool. Failure to
do so may result in serious injury.

WARNING: Disconnect battery pack from tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories,
servicing, or moving the tool. Such preventative safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
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Reversible belt hook
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No‑mar pad
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No‑mar pad storage
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Stall release lever
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Staple depth indicator
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Battery
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Battery release button
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Magazine latch
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Low staple indicator
WALT battery packs and chargers.
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CAUTION: When not in use, place tool on its side on
a stable surface where it will not cause a tripping
or falling hazard. Some tools with large battery packs
will stand upright on the battery pack but may be easily
knocked over.
The cordless staplers include an integrated belt hook
be attached to either side of the tool to accommodate left‑ or
right‑handed users.
If the hook is not desired at all, it can be removed from the tool.
To Remove Belt Hook
1. Remove battery pack from tool.
2. To switch the tool from right‑ to left‑hand usage simply
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remove the screw
reassemble on the other side.
3. Replace battery pack.
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 . 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.

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.
from the opposite side of the tool and
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is fully charged.
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with the rails inside the tool's
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and firmly pull the battery pack
English
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and can
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