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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DCH253-XE, DCH254-XE
HEAVY-DUTY 18V CORDLESS ROTARY HAMMER

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL DCH253-XE, DCH254-XE HEAVY-DUTY 18V CORDLESS ROTARY HAMMER...

  • Page 3: Definitions: Safety Guidelines

    IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS OR ANY D WALT TOOL, Uncertainty K = m/s² CALL US AT: 1800 338 002 (Aust) or 0800 339 258 (NZ). Vibration emission value a Technical Data Screwdriving DCH253-XE DCH254-XE m/s² ≤ 2.5 ≤ 2.5 Voltage Uncertainty K = m/s²...

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions For Power Tools

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER TOOLS 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 When using power tools, always observe the safety regulations applicable in your or moving parts.

  • Page 5: Electrical Safety

    4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your eyes, additionally seek medical help.
  • Page 6 • Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation WARNING: We recommend the use of a residual current device with a residual where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory current rating of 30mA or less. contacting a “live”...

  • Page 7: Important Safety Instructions For All Battery Packs

    V ......volts A ......amperes • Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 40 °C (105 °F) (such as outside sheds Hz ....hertz W ......watts or metal buildings in summer). For best life store battery packs in a cool, dry min ....minutes or AC ....alternating current location.

  • Page 8: Important Safety Instructions For All Battery Chargers

    • When operating a charger outdoors, always provide a dry location and use an WARNING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be flammable if exposed to spark or extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use flame.

  • Page 9: Charge Indicators

    WEAK BATTERY PACKS: Weak batteries will continue to function but should not be 3. The completion of charge will be indicated by the red light remaining ON continuously. The pack is fully charged and may be used at this time or left in the expected to perform as much work.

  • Page 10: Storage Recommendations

    5. The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to produce sufficient power FIG. 2 on jobs which were easily done previously. DO NOT CONTINUE to use under these conditions. Follow the charging procedure. You may also charge a partially used pack whenever you desire with no adverse effect on the battery pack.
  • Page 11 Side Handle (Fig. 2) Forward/Reverse Control Button (Fig. 2, 4) 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 A forward/reverse control button (C) determines the direction of bit rotation and also slipping during tool operation and subsequent loss of control.

  • Page 12: Operation

    OPERATION of the three green LED lights will illuminate designating the level of charge left. When the level of charge in the battery is below the usable limit, the fuel gauge will not WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn the tool off and illuminate and the battery will need to be recharged.
  • Page 13 WARNING: Never use standard chucks in DRILLING IN METAL the rotary hammering mode. An SDS Plus to round shank adaptor chuck is required for the DCH253-XE. Replace ® Drilling (Fig. 3) the SDS Plus tool holder with the keyless chuck (DCH254-XE). Ensure that tool ®...

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    Cleaning HAMMERDRILL OPERATION (FIG. 3) 1. Turn the mode selector (D) to the rotary hammer symbol (J). WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with clean, dry air at least once 2. When drilling, use just enough force on the hammer to keep it from bouncing a week.
  • Page 16 82 Taryn Drive, Epping, VIC 3076 Australia • 1800 338 002 (Aust) or 0800 339 258 (NZ) www.dewalt.com.au • www.dewalt.co.nz (APR13) Part No. N278483 DCH253-XE, DCH254-XE Copyright © 2013 D WALT The following are trademarks for one or more D WALT power tools: the yellow and black color scheme;...

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