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2. Drill with just enough force on the hammer to keep it from
bouncing excessively or "rising" off the bit. Too much force will
cause slower drilling speeds, overheating, and a lower drilling rate.
3. Drill straight, keeping the bit at a right angle to the work. Do not
exert side pressure on the bit when drilling as this will cause
clogging of the bit flutes and a slower drilling speed.
4. When drilling deep holes, if the hammer speed starts to drop off,
pull the bit partially out of the hole with the tool still running to help
clear debris from the hole.
NOTE" A smooth, even flow of dust from the hole indicates proper
drilling rate.
MAINTENANCE
i_WARNING: 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.
Cleaning
AWARNING: 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.
AWARNING: 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.
CHARGER CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
AWARNING: Shock hazard. Disconnect the charger from the AC
outlet before cleaning. Dirt and grease may be removed from the
exterior of the charger using a cloth or soft non-metallic brush. Do
not use water or any cleaning solutions.
Accessories
,&WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered by
DEWALT, have not been tested with this product, use of such
accessories with this tool could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of
injury, only DEWALT recommended accessories should be used with
this product.
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at
extra cost from your local service center. If you need any assistance
in locating any accessory, please contact DEWALT Industrial Tool Co.,
701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286, call 1-800-4-DEWALT
(1-800-433-9258) or visit our website: www.dewalt.com.
MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED CAPACITIES
DCD980 DCD985
WOOD
Auger 1-1/4" (32 mm) 1-1/4" (32 mm)
Paddle 1-1/2" (38 mm) 1-1/2" (38 mm)
Twist 1/2" (13 mm) 1/2" (13 mm)
Self-feed 2-9/16" (65 mm) 2-9/16" (65 mm)
Hole saw 4" (100 mm) 4" (100 mm)
M ETAL
Twist 1/2" (13 mm) 1/2" (13 mm)
Hole saw 1-3/8" (35 mm) 1-3/8" (35 mm)
M ASO N RY
Carbide - 1/2" (13 mm)
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