Assembly And Adjustments - DeWalt XR DCS491 Instructions Manual

Battery Type
The DCS491 and DCS496 operate on an 18 volt or 54 volt
battery pack.
These battery packs may be used: DCB181, DCB182, DCB183,
DCB183B, DCB183G, DCB184, DCB184B, DCB184G, DCB185,
DCB187, DCB189, DCBP034, DCBP518, DCB546, DCB547,
DCB548, DCB549. Refer to Technical Data for more information.
Package Contents
The package contains:
1 Shear
1 Hex wrench
1 Instruction manual
• Check for damage to the tool, parts or accessories which may
have occurred during transport.
• Take the time to thoroughly read and understand this manual
prior to operation.
Markings on Tool
The following pictograms are shown on the tool:
Read instruction manual before use.
Wear ear protection.
Wear eye protection.
Visible radiation. Do not stare into light.
On/Lock‑Off Control
Date Code Position (Fig. A)
The date code 11 , 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.
Trigger switch/variable speed switch
1
Swivel head shear
2
On/Lock‑off control button
3
Hex wrench
4
Battery pack
5
Battery release buttons
6
Rotating collar
7
Collar release button
8
LED worklight
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2022 XX XX
Intended Use
These shears are designed for professional cutting of steel,
aluminium (max 1.3 mm) and stainless steel (max 1.0 mm).
DO nOT use under wet conditions or in the presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
These shears 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. A)
nOTE: Make sure your battery pack
To Install the Battery Pack into the Tool Handle
1. Align the battery pack
handle (Fig. A).
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
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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.
WALT battery packs and chargers.
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is fully charged.
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with the rails inside the tool's
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6 and firmly pull the battery pack
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