DeWalt DWD024, DWD024S, DWD025 Manual

Technical Data

The vibration and/or noise emission level given in this information sheet has been measured in accordance with a standardised test given in EN62841 and may be used to compare one tool with another. It may be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure.

The declared vibration and/or noise emission level represents the main applications of the tool. However if the tool is used for different applications, with different accessories or poorly maintained, the vibration and/or noise emission may differ. This may significantly increase the exposure level over the total working period. An estimation of the level of exposure to vibration and/or noise should also take into account the times when the tool is switched off or when it is running but not actually doing the job. This may significantly reduce the exposure level over the total working period. Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator from the effects of vibration and/or noise such as: maintain the tool and the accessories, keep the hands warm (relevant for vibration), organisation of work patterns.

Definitions: Safety Guidelines

The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
Denotes risk of electric shock.
Denotes risk of fire.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains‑operated (corded) power tool or battery‑operated (cordless) power tool.

1. Work Area Safety
   1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
   2. Do not operate power tools in explosive
   3. atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
   4. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
2. Electrical Safety
   1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
      Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
   2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
   3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
   4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
   5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
   6. If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
3. Personal Safety
   1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
   2. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non‑skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
   3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off‑position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
   4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
   5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
   6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
   7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust‑related hazards.
   8. Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.
4. Power Tool Use and Care
   1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
   2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
   3. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/ or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
   4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
   5. Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool's operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
   6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
   7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
   8. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.
5. Service
   1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

Additional Specific Safety Rules for Percussion Drills

• Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
• Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury.
• Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and shock the operator.
• Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
• Wear safety goggles or other eye protection. Drilling operations cause chips to fly. Flying particles can cause permanent eye damage.
• Bits and tools get hot during operation. Wear gloves when touching them.
• Keep handles dry, clean, free from oil and grease. it is recommended to use rubber gloves. This will enable better control of the tool.

We recommend the use of a residual current device with a residual current rating of 30mA or less.

Safety Instructions When Using Long Drill Bits

• Never operate at higher speed than the maximum speed rating of the drill bit. At higher speeds, the bit is likely to bend if allowed to rotate freely without contacting the workpiece, resulting in personal injury.
• Always start drilling at low speed and with the bit tip in contact with the workpiece. At higher speeds, the bit is likely to bend if allowed to rotate freely without contacting the workpiece, resulting in personal injury.
• Apply pressure only in direct line with the bit and do not apply excessive pressure. Bits can bend causing breakage or loss of control, resulting in personal injury.

Residual Risks

The following risks are inherent to the use of drills:

• Injuries caused by touching the rotating parts or hot parts of the tool.

In spite of the application of the relevant safety regulations and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual risks cannot be avoided. These are:

• Impairment of hearing.
• Risk of squeezing fingers when changing accessories.
• Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed when working in wood.
• Risk of personal injury due to flying particles.
• Risk of personal injury due to prolonged use.

Electrical Safety

The electric motor has been designed for one voltage only.
Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.

Your DeWALT tool is double insulated in accordance with EN62841; therefore no earth wire is required.
This product is intended to be used with a safety transformer manufactured to BSEN61558 and BS4343. Never work without this transformer in place.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced only by DeWALT or an authorised service organisation.

Mains Plug Replacement
(U.K. & Ireland Only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:

• Safely dispose of the old plug.
• Connect the brown lead t o the live terminal in the plug.
• Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.

No connection is to be made to the earth terminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good quality plugs. Recommended fuse: 13 A.

Using an Extension Cable
If an extension cable is required, use an approved 3–core extension cable suitable for the power input of this tool (see Technical Data). The minimum conductor size is 1.5 mm²; the maximum length is 30 m.
When using a cable reel, always unwind the cable completely.

Package Contents

The package contains:
1 Drill
1 Chuck key (DWD024)
1 Depth rod
1 Side handle
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.

Date Code Position (Fig. A)
The production date code consists of a 4‑digit year followed by a 2‑digit week and is extended by a 2‑digit factory code.

Description

Never modify the power tool or any part of it. Damage or personal injury could result.

1. Variable speed trigger switch
2. Lock‑on button
3. Forward/reverse lever
4. Chuck
5. Cord protector with key holder
6. Cord set
7. Side handle
8. Depth adjustment rod
9. Mode selector
10. Main handle
11. Date code position

Intended Use

These heavy‑duty variable speed percssion drills are designed for professional drilling.
DO NOT use under wet conditions or in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
These heavy‑duty percussion drills 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

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

Side Handle

(Fig. A)

To reduce the risk of personal injury, ALWAYS operate the tool with the side handle properly installed. 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 included with the DWD024, DWD024S, DWD024S‑XE and the DWD025S‑XE. The side handle can be fitted to suit both right‑hand and left‑hand users.

To Adjust the Side Handle

1. Loosen the side handle by turning it counterclockwise.
2. Rotate the side handle to the desired position.
3. Tighten the side handle by turning it clockwise.

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.

Forward/Reverse Lever

(Fig. A)
The forward/reverse lever is used for withdrawing bits from tight holes and removing screws. It is located above the trigger switch.
To reverse the motor, release the trigger switch FIRST and then push the lever to the right (viewed when holding the drill in the operating position).
After any reversing operations, return lever to forward position.

Mode Selector

(Fig. A, B)
NOTICE: Tool must come to a complete stop before activating the mode selector button or damage to the tool may result.
Select the required operating mode by sliding the mode selector to the corresponding symbol.

Drill-Only mode
Use drill‑only mode for wood, metal, and plastics.

Hammer-only mode
Use hammer‑only mode for simultaneous rotating and impacting for masonry, brick and concrete.

Setting the Drilling Depth

1. Insert the required drill bit into the chuck.
2. Loosen the side handle .
3. Fit the depth adjustment rod through the hole in the side handle clamp.
4. Adjust the drilling depth as shown.
5. Tighten the side handle.

Keyed Chuck

(Fig. A, D, E)

DWD024
The DWD024 features a keyed chuck . To insert a drill bit or other accessory, follow the steps listed below.

1. Open the chuck jaws by turning collar by hand and insert the shank of the bit about 19 mm into chuck. Tighten the chuck collar by hand.
2. Place chuck key in each of the three holes, and tighten in clockwise direction. It's important to tighten chuck with all three holes.

To release the bit, turn the chuck counterclockwise in just one hole, then loosen the chuck by hand.

Removal of Keyed Chuck
Tighten the chuck around the shorter end of a hex key (not supplied) of 6 mm or greater size. Using a soft hammer, strike the key sharply in the counterclockwise direction when viewed from the front of the tool. This will loosen the chuck so that it can be removed by hand.

Keyed Chuck Installation
Screw the chuck on by hand as far as it will go. Insert the shorter end of a hex key (not supplied) of 6 mm or greater size and strike it in the clockwise direction with a soft hammer.

Keyless Chuck

DWD024S, DWD025
The DWD024S, DWD025 features a keyless chuck for greater convenience. To insert a drill bit or other accessory, follow the steps listed below.

1. Grasp the rear half of the chuck with one hand and use your other hand to rotate the front half counterclockwise, as shown in Figure D. Rotate far enough so that the chuck opens sufficiently to accept the desired accessory.
2. Insert the bit or other accessory about 19 mm into the chuck and tighten securely by holding the rear half of the chuck and rotating the front portion in the clockwise direction. When the chuck is nearly tightened, you will hear a clicking sound. After 4–6 clicks, the chuck is securely tightened around the accessory.
3. To release the accessory, repeat step 1 listed above.

Do not attempt to tighten drill bits (or any other accessory) by gripping the front part of the chuck and turning the tool on. Damage to the chuck and personal injury may result.

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