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Definitions: Safety Guidelines 

The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal 

word. Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols.

DANGER:

 Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if 

not avoided, 

will

 result in 

death or serious injury

.

WARNING:

 Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if 

not avoided, 

could

 result in 

death or serious injury

.

CAUTION:

 Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not 

avoided, 

may

 result in 

minor or moderate injury

.

NOTICE:

 Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially 

hazardous situation which, if not avoided, 

may

 result in 

property 

damage.

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E

WALT TOOL, 

CALL US AT: 

1800 654 155 

(Aust) or 

0800 339258

 (NZ). 

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER TOOLS

When using power tools, always observe the safety regulations applicable in your 

country to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. Read the following 

safety instructions before attempting to operate this product. Keep these instructions in 

a safe place.

 

WARNING: 

To reduce the risk of injury, read the instruction manual.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

 

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions 

Failure to follow 

the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious 

injury.

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS 

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power 

tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

1) WORK AREA SAFETY

a) Keep work area clean and well lit. 

Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

b)  Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the 

presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. 

Power tools create sparks 

which may ignite the dust or fumes.

c)   Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. 

Distractions can cause you to lose control.

2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY

a)  Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any 

way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. 

Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

b)  Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, 

radiators, ranges and refrigerators. 

There is an increased risk of electric 

shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

c)   Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. 

Water entering a power 

tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

d)  Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or 

unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges 

or moving parts.

 

Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric 

shock. 

e)  When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable 

for outdoor use. 

Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of 

electric shock. 

f)   If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual 

current device (RCD) protected supply.

 

Use of an RCD reduces the risk of 

electric shock.

3) PERSONAL SAFETY

a)  Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when 

operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or 

under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. 

A moment of inattention 

while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

Summary of Contents for DWD024S-XE

Page 1: ...DWD024S XE VARIABLE SPEED REVERSIBLE PERCUSSION DRILL INSTRUCTION MANUAL ...

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Page 3: ...Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents b Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes c Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control 2 ELECTRICAL SAFETY a Power tool plugs must...

Page 4: ...ons to operate the power tool Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users e Maintain power tools Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool s operation If damaged have the power tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools f Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properl...

Page 5: ... this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and wate...

Page 6: ... and subsequent loss of control Hold tool with both hands to maximize control A side handle comes assembled with the DWD024S XE The side handle G can be adjusted to suit both right hand and left hand users TO ADJUST THE SIDE HANDLE 1 Loosen the side handle G by turning it counterclockwise 2 Rotate the side handle to the desired position 3 Tighten the side handle by turning it clockwise TO CHANGE S...

Page 7: ...le G 3 Fit the depth adjustment rod H through the hole in the side handle clamp 4 Adjust the drilling depth as shown in figure 3 5 Tighten the side handle Keyless Chuck fig 1 3 5 D FIG 3 The DWD024S XE features a keyless chuck D for greater convenience TO INSERT A DRILL BIT OR OTHER ACCESSORY 1 Grasp the rear half of the chuck with one hand and use your other hand to rotate the front half counterc...

Page 8: ... shown in figure 6 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 the main FIG 6 handle J with the other hand on the side handle G Drilling WARNING To reduce the risk of serious personal injury turn tool off and disconnect tool from power source before making any adjustments or removing insta...

Page 9: ... brush assemblies are available at authorized DEWALT service centers Always use identical replacement parts Lubrication Your power tool requires no additional lubrication Cleaning WARNING Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with clean dry air at least once a week To minimize the risk of eye injury always wear ANSI Z87 1 approved eye protection when performing this WARNING Never use solvents or...

Page 10: ...is includes labour parts and lubrication required to restore the product to sound mechanical and or electrical condition Normal wear parts are not covered in this service Carbon brushes worn more then 50 will be replaced NOTE Three Year Warranty is not applicable to items deemed as consumables Radial arm saws are covered by a one 1 year warranty only DEWALT Reserves the right to review its warrant...

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Page 12: ...a AUG09 Part No N038907 DWD024S XE Copyright 2009 DEWALT The following are trademarks for one or more DEWALT power tools the yellow and black color scheme the D shaped air intake grill the array of pyramids on the handgrip the kit box configuration and the array of lozenge shaped humps on the surface of the tool ...

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