Package Contents; Electrical Safety; Assembly And Adjustments - DeWalt DW256 Manual

EN GLI SH
– Health hazards caused by breathing dust
developed when working in concrete
and/or masonry.
Markings on Tool
The following pictograms are shown on the tool:
Read instruction manual
before use.

Package Contents

The package contains:
1 Pistol grip screwdriver DW266
or
1 Universal screwdriver DW268/DW269
or
1 Drywall screwdriver DW256
1 Kitbox (K-models only)
1 Instruction manual
1 Exploded drawing
• Check for damage to the tool, parts or
accessories which may have occurred during
transport.
• Take the time to thoroughly read and
understand this manual prior to operation.
Description (fi g. 1–5)
WARNING: Never modify the power
tool or any part of it. Damage or
personal injury could result.
a. Variable speed switch
b. Lock-on button
c. Forward/reverse slider
d. Depth adjustment collar (DW256/DW266)
Torque adjustment collar (DW268/DW269)
e. Depth locator (DW256/DW266)
Ball retainer (DW268/DW269)
f. Belt clip
DEAD SPINDLE DRIVE CLUTCH
This screwdriver is equipped with a dead spindle
feature; the spindle does not turn until the fastener is
pressed into the workpiece. This enables fasteners
to be placed onto the drive accessory of a running
screwdriver.
INTENDED USE
Your DW256 drywall screwdriver has been designed
for driving drywall fasteners through drywall board
into timber or metal framing studs.
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Your DW256 features a silent clutch function.
Your DW266 screwdriver has been designed for
professional screwdriving applications and for use as
a nutsetter.
Your DW268/DW269 universal screwdriver has been
designed for professional screwdriving applications.
DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
These screwdrivers are professional power tools.
DO NOT let children come into contact with the
tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced
operators use this tool.

Electrical Safety

The electrical motor has been designed for one
voltage only. Always check that power supply
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
Your D WALT tool is double insulated in
E
accordance with EN 60745; therefore no
earth wire is required.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by a specially prepared cord available through the
D WALT service organization.
E

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

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.
Fitting and Removing 1/4" Hex Drive
Accessories
Your D WALT screwdriver has a 1/4" hexagonal
E
drive system. The drive accessory is retained in the
holder by a ball and a spring which engages in a
groove in the accessory shank.
DW268/DW269 (FIG. 1)
1. Pull the ball retainer (e) to the front and hold it.
2. Insert the accessory.
3. Release the ball retainer.
DW256/DW266
(FIG. 2)
1. Remove the collar (d) by pulling it forward.
2. Select the required accessory (both models)
and matching depth locator (e) when using a
nutsetter (DW266).