Operation - DeWalt D25012-XE Instruction Manual

CAUTION: When reversing to clear jammed bits, be ready for strong reactive torque.
To reverse the rotary hammer, turn it off and align the reversing lever (H) with the
yellow arrow pointing backward (viewed when holding drill in operating position).
To position the lever for forward operation, turn the rotary hammer off and align the
reversing lever (H) with the yellow arrow pointing forward (viewed when holding drill
in operating position).
FIG. 2
HAMMERDRILL MODE
MODE PERFORATION-PERÇAGE
MODO TALADRO/PERCUTOR
F
G
HAMMER-ONLY MODE
MODE PERFORATION SEULEMENT
MODO SÓLO MARTILLO
Mode Selector (Fig. 2)
NOTICE: Tool must come to a complete stop before activating the mode selector
button or damage to the tool may result.
G
F
DRILL-ONLY MODE
MODE PERÇAGE SEULEMENT
MODO SÓLO TALADRO
F
G
DRILL-ONLY MODE
To use drill-only mode, press mode selector button (F) and turn the mode selector
(G) so the yellow arrow points to the corresponding symbol as shown. Use drill-only
mode for wood, metal, and plastics.
HAMMERDRILL MODE
To use hammerdrill mode, press the mode selector button (F) and turn the mode
selector (G) so the yellow arrow points to the corresponding symbol as shown. Use
this mode for masonry drilling.
HAMMER-ONLY MODE
For light chiseling, press the mode selector button (F) and turn the mode selector (G)
so the yellow arrow points to the corresponding symbol as shown.
NOTE: The yellow arrow on the mode selector MUST be aligned with one of the
symbols at all times. There are no operable positions between the positions.
SDS Plus Chuck (Fig. 1)
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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.
WARNING: Burn Hazard. ALWAYS wear gloves when changing bits. Accessible
metal parts on the tool and bits may get extremely hot during operation. Small bits of
broken material may damage bare hands.
WARNING: Do not attempt to tighten or loosen 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 occur.
To insert bit, insert shank of bit about 19 mm (3/4"), no further than 22 mm (7/8")
into chuck. Push and rotate bit until it locks in place. The bit will be securely held.
To release bit, pull the chuck sleeve (E) back and remove the bit.

OPERATION

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.
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