Operation; Instructions For Use; Proper Hand Position; Switching On And Off - DeWalt D25980 Instruction Manual

WARNING: Always wear gloves when
you change accessories. The exposed
metal parts on the tool and accessory
may become extremely hot during

operation.

OPERATION

Instructions for Use

WARNING:
• A lways observe the safety instructions
and applicable regulations.
• B e aware of the location of pipework
and wiring.
• A pply a pressure of approx.
20–30 kg to the tool. Excessive force
does not speed up chiselling but
decreases tool performance and may
shorten tool life.
Proper Hand Position (fig. 1, 2)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
serious personal injury, ALWAYS use
proper hand position as shown.
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 each
side handle (b).
Switching On and Off (fig. 1)
To run the tool, press the on/off switch (a).
To stop the tool, release the switch.
Demolition, Chasing and Channelling
(fig. 1–6)
1. Select the appropriate chisel and clean its
shank.
2. Insert the chisel and check whether it is properly
locked.
3. Hold of the tool at both handles (b) and turn on.
The tool now runs in continuous operation.
MAINTENANCE
Your D WALT power tool has been designed to
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operate over a long period of time with a minimum
of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation
depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury, turn unit off and disconnect
machine from power source before
installing and removing accessories,
before adjusting or changing set-ups
or when making repairs. Be sure the
trigger switch is in the OFF position. An
accidental start-up can cause injury.
This machine is not user-serviceable. Take the
tool to an authorised D
approximately 200 hours of use.
If problems occur before this time contact an
authorised D WALT repair agent.
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Lubrication
Your power tool requires no additional lubrication.
Cleaning
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of
the main housing with dry air as often as
dirt is seen collecting in and around the
air vents. Wear approved eye protection
and approved dust mask when
performing this procedure.
WARNING: Never use solvents or
other harsh chemicals for cleaning the
non-metallic parts of the tool. These
chemicals may weaken the 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.

Optional Accessories

WARNING: Since accessories, other
than those offered by D
not been tested with this product, use
of such accessories with this tool could
be hazardous. To reduce the risk of
injury, only D
accessories should be used with this
product.
WARNING: These chisels can be
reground only a limited number of times.
If in doubt, contact your dealer for
recommendations.
WARNING: Ensure that the cutting
edge does not show discolouration
caused by too much pressure. This may
impair the hardness of the accessory.
E NG L I S H
WALT repair agent after
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WALT, have
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WALT, recommended
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