Low Battery Warning - DeWalt XR LI-ION DCD996P2 Quick Start Manual

Torque Adjustment Collar/Electronic Clutch
(Fig. C–E)
Your tool has an electronic adjustable torque screwdriver
mechanism for driving and removing a wide array of fasteners.
Circling the torque adjustment collar
numbers are used to set the clutch to deliver a torque range.
The higher the number on the collar, the higher the torque and
the larger the fastener which can be driven. To select any of the
numbers, rotate until the desired number aligns with the arrow.
Three-Speed Gearing (Fig. A, C–E)
The three-speed feature of your tool allows you to shift gears
for greater versatility. To select speed 1 (highest torque setting),
turn the tool off and permit it to stop. Slide the gear shifter
all the way forward. Speed 2 (middle torque and speed setting)
is in the middle position. Speed 3 (highest speed setting) is to
the rear.
nOTE: Do not change gears when the tool is running. Always
allow the drill to come to a complete stop before changing
gears. If you have trouble changing gears, make sure that the
gear shifter is engaged in one of the three speed settings.
If the speed shifter becomes stuck or is difficult to select the
desired gear, pull the trigger switch
select the gear.
Keyless Single Sleeve Chuck (Fig. F–H)

WARNING: Do not attempt to tighten 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 result. Always lock off trigger
switch and disconnect tool from power source when
changing acces sories.

WARNING: Always ensure the bit is secure before starting
the tool. A loose bit may eject from tool causing possible
personal injury.
Your tool features a keyless chuck with one rotating sleeve for
one-handed operation of the chuck. To insert a drill bit or other
accessory, follow these steps.
1. Turn off tool and disconnect tool from power source.
2. Grasp the black sleeve of the chuck
use the other hand to secure the tool as shown in Figure F.
Rotate the sleeve counterclockwise (as viewed from the
front) far enough to accept the desired accessory.
3. Insert the accessory about 19 mm into the chuck (Fig. G).
Tighten securely by rotating the chuck sleeve clockwise
with one hand while holding the tool with the other hand
(Fig. H). Continue to rotate the chuck sleeve until several
ratchet clicks are heard to ensure full gripping power.
To release the accessory, repeat Steps 1 and 2 above.
Be sure to tighten chuck with one hand on the chuck sleeve and
one hand holding the tool for maximum tightness.
LED Worklight (Fig. A)
The LED worklight 3 and its worklight switch
the foot of the tool. The worklight is activated when the trigger
are numbers. These
5
6
1 to rotate the motor. Then
with one hand and
4
13 are located on
switch is depressed. The low
14
modes can be changed by moving the switch on the foot of the
tool. If the trigger switch remains depressed, the worklight will
remain on in all modes.
When on low and medium
14
automatically turn off 20 seconds after the trigger switch
is released.
Spotlight Mode
The high setting 16 is the spotlight mode. The spotlight will
run for 20 minutes after the trigger switch is released. Two
minutes before the spotlight will shut off, it will flash twice and
then dim. To avoid the spotlight shutting off, lightly tap the
trigger switch.

WARNING: While using the worklight in medium or
spotlight mode, do not stare at the light or place the drill in
a position which may cause anyone to stare into the light.
Serious eye injury could result.

CAUTION: When using the tool as a spotlight, be sure
it is secured on a stable surface where it will not cause a
tripping or falling hazard.

CAUTION: Remove all accessories from the chuck before
using the drill as a spotlight. Personal injury or property
damage could result.

Low Battery Warning

When in spotlight mode and the battery is nearing complete
discharge, the spotlight will flash twice and then dim. After two
minutes, the battery will be completely discharged and the
drill will immediately shut down. At this point, replace with a
charged battery.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, always have a
back-up battery or secondary lighting available if the
situation warrants it.
Belt Hook and Magnetic Bit Holder (Fig. A)

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.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, DO NOT suspend tool overhead or suspend
objects from the belt hook. ONLY hang tool's belt hook
from a work belt.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ensure the screw holding the belt hook is secure.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury or
damage, DO NOT use the belt hook to hang the drill
while using as a spotlight.
iMPORTAnT: When attaching or replacing the belt hook or
magnetic bit holder, use only the screw
sure to securely tighten the screw.
The belt hook 10 and magnetic bit holder
attached to either side of the tool using only the screw
provided, to accommodate left- or right- handed users. If the
hook or magnetic bit holder is not desired at all, it can be
removed from the tool.
English
, medium and spotlight
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settings, the beam will
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that is provided. Be
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