Assembly And Adjustments; Side Handle; Trigger Switch; Reversing Lever - DeWalt D25052 Instruction Manual

This subcompact rotary hammer is a professional power tool. DO
NOT let children come into contact with the tool. Supervision is
required when inexperienced operators use this tool.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
A WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off
and disconnect it from power source before installing and
removing accessories, before adjusting or when making
repairs. An accidental start-up can cause injury.
Side Handle (Fig. 2)
A WARNING: To reduce the risk of persona/ FIG.2
injury, ALWAYS operate the tool with the
side handle properly installed and securely
tightened. 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
A side handle comes assembled with this I
rotary hammer. The side handle (C) can be
fitted to suit both right-hand and left-hand
users.
TO ADJUST THE SIDE HANDLE
1. Loosen the side handle (C) by turning it O
counterclockwise.
2. Rotate the side handle to the desired
position.
3. Tighten the side handle by turning it _. _'
clockwise until you are sure the side
handle won't slip.
TO CHANGE SIDES
For right-hand users: slide the side handle clamp over the chuck,
handle at the left.
For left-hand users: slide the side handle clamp over the chuck,
handle at the right.
Trigger Switch (Fig. 1)
To start the rotary hammer, depress the trigger switch (A). To stop
rotary hammer, release the switch.
NOTE: Use lower speeds for starting holes without a centerpunch,
drilling in metal, plastics or ceramics, or driving screws. Higher speeds
are better for drilling in masonry for maximum efficiency.
VARIABLE SPEED
The variable speed trigger switch (A) permits speed control. The
farther the trigger switch is depressed, the higher the speed of the
drill.
Reversing Lever (Fig. 3)
The reversing lever (G) is used to reverse the rotary hammer for
backing out fasteners or jammed bits in drill-only mode.
_J, W ARNING: When reversing to clear
FIG.3
jammed bits, be ready for strong reactive G
torque.
To reverse the rotary hammer, turn it off
and align the reversing lever (G) with the
yellow arrow pointing backward (viewed
when holding drill in operating position).
To position the lever for forward operation,
turn the rotary hammer off and align the
reversing lever (G) with the yellow arrow
pointing forward (viewed when holding drill
in operating position).