DeWalt XR Li-Ion DCD790-XE Instruction Manual page 13

It does not indicate tool functionality and is subject to variation based on product
components, temperature and end-user application.
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Proper Hand Position (Fig. 8)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, ALWAYS use proper hand
position as shown in Figure 8.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, ALWAYS hold securely in
anticipation of a sudden reaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on top of the drill as shown, with the other
hand on the main handle.
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Drilling (Fig. 9)
NOTICE: If drilling thin material, use a wood "back-up" block to prevent damage to the
material.
1. Select the desired speed/torque range using the gear shifter to match the speed
and torque to the planned operation. Turn the collar (C) to the drill symbol.
2. Use sharp drill bits only. For MASONRY, such as brick, cement, cinder block, etc.,
use carbide-tipped bits rated for percussion drilling.
3. Always apply pressure in a straight line with the bit. Use enough pressure to keep
drill biting, but do not push hard enough to stall the motor or deflect the bit.
4. Hold tool firmly with both hands to control the twisting action of the drill. If model
is not equipped with side handle, grip drill with one hand on the handle and one hand
on the battery pack.
WARNING: Drill may stall if overloaded causing a sudden twist. Always expect the
stall. Grip the drill firmly to control the twisting action and avoid injury.
5. IF DRILL STALLS, it is usually because it is being overloaded or improperly used.
RELEASE TRIGGER IMMEDIATELY, remove drill bit from work, and determine
cause of stalling. DO NOT depress TRIGGER ON AND OFF IN AN ATTEMPT TO
START A STALLED DRILL — THIS CAN DAMAGE THE DRILL.
6. To minimize stalling or breaking through the material, reduce pressure on drill and
ease the bit through the last fractional part of the hole.
. Keep the motor running when pulling the bit back out of a drilled hole.
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This will help prevent jamming.
Screwdriving (Fig. 10)
1. Select the desired speed/torque range using the gear shifter to match the speed
and torque to the planned operation.
2. Turn the torque adjustment collar (C) to the desired position.
NOTE: Use the lowest torque setting required to seat the fastener at the desired
depth. The lower the number, the lower the torque output.
3. Insert the desired fastener accessory into the chuck as you would any drill bit.
4. Make some practice runs in scrap or on unseen areas of the workpiece to
determine the proper position of the torque adjustment collar.
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