DeWalt DCS310 Instruction Manual

DeWalt DCS310 Instruction Manual

12v max cordless pivot reciprocating saw

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DCS310
12V Max* Cordless Pivot Reciprocating Saw

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL DCS310 12V Max* Cordless Pivot Reciprocating Saw...
  • Page 2: Defi Nitions: Safety Guidelines

    1) WORK AREA SAFETY Defi nitions: Safety Guidelines a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. The definitions below describe the level of severity for each b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, signal word.
  • Page 3: Personal Safety

    3) PERSONAL SAFETY b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the sense when operating a power tool.
  • Page 4 c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other • Use extra caution when cutting overhead and pay particular metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, attention to overhead wires which may be hidden from view. or other small metal objects that can make a connection Anticipate the path of falling branches and debris ahead of time.
  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions For All Battery Packs

    Important Safety Instructions for All WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disperse dust, which may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Battery Packs Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate When ordering replacement battery packs, be sure to include catalog for the dust exposure.
  • Page 6: Specific Safety Instructions For Lithium Ion (Li-Ion)

    The RBRC™ Seal WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store or carry battery so that metal objects can contact exposed battery terminals. RBRC™ (Rechargeable Battery Recycling For example, do not place battery in aprons, pockets, tool boxes, Corp oration) Seal on the nickel cadmium, nickel metal product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose nails, screws, keys, etc.
  • Page 7 will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and CAUTION: Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, charge only overheating. When using more than one extension to make up the WALT rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries may burst total length, be sure each individual extension contains at least the causing personal injury and damage.
  • Page 8: Charge Indicators

    • Disconnect the charger from the outlet before attempting 3. The completion of charge will be indicated by the red light any cleaning. This will reduce the risk of electric shock. remaining ON continuously. The pack is fully charged and may Removing the battery pack will not reduce this risk.
  • Page 9: Important Charging Notes

    Important Charging Notes there is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug charger before attempting to clean. 1. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery 6. Do not freeze or immerse charger in water or any other liquid. pack is charged when the air temperature is between 65 ˚F WARNING: Shock hazard.
  • Page 10: Lock-Off Button

    DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of flammable liquids or gases. FIG. 2 This reciprocating saw is a professional power tool. DO NOT let children come into contact with the tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use this tool. Variable Speed Trigger Switch (Fig.
  • Page 11: Operation

    OPERATION Installing and Removing the Battery Pack WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, (Fig. 5) lock the trigger switch and disconnect battery pack before WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, never depress the battery making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments release button without removing the battery pack.
  • Page 12: Blade Installation And Removal

    FIG. 7 FIG. 6 FIG. 8 Blade Installation and Removal (Fig. 8, 9A, 9B, 9C) WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, TO INSTALL BLADE INTO SAW (FIG. 9A, 9B, 9C) lock the trigger switch and disconnect battery pack before 1.
  • Page 13 held firmly against the material being cut. This will prevent the saw FIG. 9A FIG. 9C from jumping or vibrating and minimize blade breakage. Any cuts which put pressure on the blade such as angle or scroll cuts increase potential for vibration, kickback, and blade breakage. WARNING: Use extra caution when cutting overhead and pay particular attention to overhead wires which may be hidden from view.
  • Page 14 Vertical Mode: Blade teeth face forward as shown in Figure 13B. NOTE: In areas where blade visibility is limited, use the edge of the The DCS310 can accept all lengths of reciprocating blades. For best saw shoe as a guide. Lines for any given cut should be extended results use 4"...
  • Page 15: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, lock the trigger switch and disconnect battery pack before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up can cause injury. Cleaning WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with clean, dry air at least once a week.
  • Page 16 DW9072 DW9048 DW9061 DW9062 DW9057 “X” Indicates that the battery pack is not compatible with that specific charger. All charge times are approximate. Actual charge time may vary. Read the instruction manual for more specific information. DeWalt electric Power tools...

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