EnGLIsh
Markings on Tool
The following pictograms are shown on the tool:
a
Read instruction manual before use.
g
Wear ear protection.
f
Wear eye protection.
n
Visible radiation. Do not stare into light.
Date Code Position (Fig. A)
The date code
, which also includes the year of manufacture,
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is printed into the housing.
Example:
2022 XX XX
Year and Week of Manufacture
Description (Fig. A, B, E)
WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it.
Damage or personal injury could result.
Battery pack
1
Battery release button
2
Main handle
3
Top handle
4
Variable speed trigger
5
Worklight
6
Forward/reverse button
7
Intended Use
The DCD444 compact stud and joist drill is designed for
professional drilling at various work sites (i.e., construction sites).
Do not use under wet conditions or in the presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
These compact stud and joist drills are professional power tools.
Do not let children come into contact with the tool. Supervision
is required when inexperienced operators use this tool.
•
Young children and the infirm. This appliance is not
intended for use by young children or infirm persons
without supervision.
•
This product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) suffering from diminished physical, sensory or
mental abilities; lack of experience, knowledge or skills
unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should never be left alone with this product.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
WARNING: Use only D
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1/2" (13 mm) Keyed chuck
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E‑Clutch® system indicator
9
Chuck collar
10
Chuck key
11
Retention clip
12
Key handle
13
Date code
14
WALT batteries and chargers.
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Torque
WARNING: This is a high-torque drill. To reduce the risk of
serious personal injury, ALWAYS hold tool firmly with both
hands in the proper position for operation as shown.
Torque is the twisting action the drill produces in regards to
the rotating bit. As the drill bit meets resistance in the material
being drilled, the motor responds by adjusting the output
torque to meet the requirement up to the maximum capacity of
the motor and gear system.
Bracing the Tool (Fig. C, D)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
NEVER brace the tool against the battery pack.
The bit rotates clockwise when the tool is in the forward
position and counterclockwise when the tool is in the
reverse position.
E-Clutch® System (Fig. A)
Your joist drill is equipped with the D
E‑Clutch® System. This feature senses the motion of the tool
and shuts the tool down if necessary. The red LED indicator
illuminates when the E‑Clutch® System
InDICaTOR DIaGnOsIs
OFF
Tool is functioning
normally
SOLID
E‑Clutch® System
has been activated
(ENGAGED)
Top Handle (Fig. A)
A fixed top handle
is provided for carrying the tool and for
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use as an additional handle.
Variable Speed Trigger (Fig. A)
Depressing the variable speed trigger
releasing the variable speed trigger turns the tool off. The
variable speed trigger permits speed control—the farther the
trigger is depressed, the higher the speed of the drill.
Forward/Reverse Button (Fig. A)
A forward/reverse button
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tool. It is located in front of the variable speed trigger
To select forward rotation, release the variable speed trigger and
depress the forward/reverse button on the right side of the tool.
To select reverse, depress the forward/reverse button on the left
side of the tool. When changing the position of the forward/
reverse button, be sure the variable speed trigger is released.
The centre position of the forward/reverse control button locks
the tool in the off position. When changing the position of the
forward/reverse control button, be sure the variable speed
trigger is released.
WALT anti‑rotation
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is engaged.
sOLUTIOn
Follow all warnings and instructions
when operating the tool.
With the tool properly supported,
release trigger. The tool will function
normally when the trigger is
depressed again and the indicator
light will go out.
5
turns the tool on,
determines the direction of the
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.