6.Foreign materials ofa conductive nature s uch as,butnotlimited
to,grinding dust, m etal chips, s teel wool, a luminum f oil,orany
buildup o fmetallic particles should bekeptaway from charger
cavities. Always unplug t he charger from thepower supply w hen
there is nobattery pack inthecavity. Unplug thecharger before
attempting
toclean.
7.Donot f reeze o rimmerse thecharger inwater orany other l iquid.
_
WARNING: Shock hazard. Don't allow any liquid to get inside the
charger. Electric shock may result.
_ WARNING: Bum hazard. Do not submerge the battery pack in any
liquid or allow any liquid to enter the battery pack. Never attempt to
open the battery pack for any reason. If the plastic housing of the
battery pack breaks or cracks, return to a service center for recycling.
Storage
Recommendations
1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry, away from direct
sunlight and excess heat or cold.
2. For long storage, it is recommended
to store a fully charged
battery pack in a cool dry place out of the charger for optimal
results.
NOTE" Battery packs should not be stored completely depleted of
charge. The battery pack will need to be recharged before use.
COMPONENTS
(Fig. 2)
WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it. Damage
or personal injury could result.
A. Side handle
E. Main handle
B. Trigger switch
F. Worklight (DCH253 only)
C. Forward/reverse control
G. Battery pack
button (Lock-off button)
H. Battery release button
D. Mode selector
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE
USE
FIG. 2
\
G
Side
Handle
(Fig.
2)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, ALWAYS operate
the tool with the side handle (A) properly installed. Failure to do so may
result in the side handle slipping during tool operation and subsequent
loss of control Hold tool with both hands to maximize control
The side handle (A) clamps to the front barrel (collar) and may be
rotated 360 ° to permit right-or left-hand use. The side handle can
be tightened by rotating the black plastic portion of the side handle
clockwise. The side handle must be tightened sufficiently to resist the
twisting action of the tool if the accessory binds or stalls. Be sure to
grip the side handle at the far end to control the tool during a stall. To
loosen side handle, rotate counterclockwise.