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Instruction Manual

Guide D’utilisation

Manual de instrucciones

DCHT895

40V Max* Pole Hedge Trimmer Taille-haie télescopique 40V Max*

Cortasetos de altura de 40 V Máx*

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English (original instructions) 1

Français (traduction de la notice d’instructions originale) 15

Español (traducido de las instrucciones originales) 31

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Definitions: Safety Alert Symbols and Words

This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert you to hazardous situations and your risk of personal injury or property damage.

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DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or seriousinjury.

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WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or seriousinjury.

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CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderateinjury.

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(Used without word) Indicates a safety related message.

NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in propertydamage.

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WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and

instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or seriousinjury.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the instructionmanual.

If you have any questions or comments about this or any

DeWALT tool, call us toll free at:

1-800-4-

DeWALT (1-800-433-9258).

On/Off trigger

Lock-off lever

Handle

Auxiliary handle

Motor housing

Battery pack

Battery release button

Trimmer extension pole

Pole extension adjust lever

Strap mount

Trimmer blade

Pivoting trimmer head

Trimmer head lock-off button

Trimmer head handle

Fig. A

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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

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WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and

instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or seriousinjury.

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE

REFERENCE

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mainsoperated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) powertool.

1) Work Area Safety

a ) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark

areas inviteaccidents.

b ) Do not operate power tools in explosive

atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools

create sparks which may ignite the dust orfumes.

c ) Keep children and bystanders away while

operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to losecontrol.

2) Electrical Safety

a ) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never

modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will

reduce risk of electricshock.

b ) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric

shock if your body is earthed orgrounded.

c ) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet

conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electricshock.

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 or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase

the risk of electricshock.

e ) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electricshock.

f ) If operating a power tool in a damp location

is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI

reduces the risk of electricshock.

3) Personal Safety

a ) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A

moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personalinjury.

b ) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear

eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personalinjuries.

c ) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the

switch is in the off position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your

finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invitesaccidents.

d ) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before

turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personalinjury.

e ) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and

balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpectedsituations.

f ) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or

jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or

long hair can be caught in movingparts.

g ) If devices are provided for the connection of dust

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust

collection can reduce dust-relatedhazards.

4) Power Tool Use and Care

a ) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct

power tool for your application. The correct power

tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it wasdesigned.

b ) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not

turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must berepaired.

c ) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/

or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety

measures reduce the risk of starting the power toolaccidentally.

d ) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children

and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands

of untrainedusers.

e ) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are

caused by poorly maintained powertools.

f ) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier tocontrol.

g ) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits, etc.

in accordance with these instructions, taking

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into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for

operations different from those intended could result in a hazardoussituation.

5) Battery Tool Use and Care

a ) Recharge only with the charger specified by the

manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type

of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another batterypack.

b ) Use power tools only with specifically designated

battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury andfire.

c ) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away

from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may

cause burns or afire.

d ) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from

the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally

occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from

the battery may cause irritation orburns.

6) Service

a ) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified

repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power

tool ismaintained.

HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS

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DANGER: Keep hands away from

blade. Contact with blade will result in serious

personalinjury.

• Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter

blade. Do not remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure the switch is off when clearing jammed material. Blades coast after turn off. A moment of inattention

while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious personalinjury.

• Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutter blade stopped. When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer always fit the cutting device cover. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce possible personal injury from the cutterblades.

• Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces

only, because the cutter blade may contact hidden wiring. Cutter blades contacting a “live” wire may make

exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the operator an electricshock.

• Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer.

Using one hand could cause loss of control and result in serious personalinjury.

• Check the hedge for foreign objects, e.g. wirefences.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR EXTENDEDREACH HEDGE TRIMMERS

• Do not use the extended-reach hedge trimmer in bad weather conditions, especially when there is a risk of lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck

bylightning.

• To reduce the risk of electrocution, never use near any electrical power lines. Contact with or use near power lines may cause serious injury or electric shock resulting indeath.

• Always use two hands when operating the extended- reach hedge trimmer. Hold the extended-reach hedge trimmer with both hands to avoid loss ofcontrol.

• Always use head protection when operating the extended-reach hedge trimmer overhead. Falling debris can result in serious personalinjury.

• Wear a hard hat compliant with ANSI Z89.1 (CAN/

CSA Z94.1)

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CAUTION: Do not expose torain.

IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES

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WARNING: Read and understand all

instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed

below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personalinjury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE OPERATING POLE HEDGE TRIMMER

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CAUTION: The unit has not been designed to

provide protection from electric shock in the event of contact with overhead electric lines, Consult local regulations for safe distances from overhead electric power lines and ensure that the operating position is safe and secure before operating the extended reach hedgetrimmer.

• For safe operation, read and understand all instructions before using the Pole Hedge Trimmer. Follow all safety instructions. Failure to follow all safety instructions listed below, can result in serious personalinjury.

• Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate Pole Hedge Trimmer when you aretired.

• Only well-instructed adults should operate Pole Hedge Trimmer. Never allow children tooperate.

• Do not use Pole Hedge Trimmer for any job except that for which it isintended.

• Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use thisunit.

• Wear the following safety gear when operating Pole Hedge Trimmer:

ʵ heavy-duty gloves ʵ substantial footwear ʵ safety glasses, goggles or face screen that are marked

to comply with ANSI Z87.1

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ʵ face or dust mask (if working in dusty areas)

• Do not wear loose fitting clothing, or jewelry of any kind that could get caught in the moving blades or parts of the Pole HedgeTrimmer.

• Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any movingparts.

WHILE OPERATING POLE HEDGE TRIMMER

• Stay alert. Use common sense while operating theunit.

• Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas inviteinjuries.

• Keep children, animals and bystanders at a safe distance away from Pole Hedge Trimmer. Only Pole Hedge Trimmer user should be in workarea.

• Grip Pole Hedge Trimmer securely - one hand on the auxiliary handle, the other on the mainhandle.

• Keep finger off trigger until ready touse.

• Before starting Pole Hedge Trimmer, make sure blades are not touchinganything.

• Keep all parts of body away from blades when Pole Hedge Trimmer isrunning.

• Carry Pole Hedge Trimmer from one place to another

ʵ with battery removed ʵ by holding pole at balance point ʵ with blades to rear

• Do not operate in poorlighting.

• During operation, rest periodically and change working positions to reducefatigue.

• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to sharpsurfaces.

• Do not, under any circumstance, use any attachment or accessory on this product, which was not provided with the product, or identified as appropriate for use with this product in this InstructionManual.

DO NOT OPERATE POLE HEDGE TRIMMER

• While under the influence of alcohol, medication, or drugs

• in rain or in damp or wet areas

• where highly flammable liquids or gases are present

• if Pole Hedge Trimmer is damaged, adjusted wrong, or not fully and securely assembled

• if trigger does not turn Pole Hedge Trimmer on and off. Blades must stop moving when you release trigger. Have faulty switch replaced by authorized service center. SeeRepairs.

• while in a hurry

• while in tree or on a ladder

• while on aerial booms, buckets or platforms

• during high wind or storming weather

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

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WARNING: Shock Hazard. To protect yourself

from electrocution, do not operate within 10 feet (3 m) of overhead electrical lines. Consult local regulations for safe distances from overhead electric power lines and ensure that the operating position is safe and

secure before operating the extended reach hedge trimmer. Failure to do this could result in severe personalinjury.

• Keep the handles dry, clean, and free ofoil.

• Make sure cutting blades have stopped before setting unitdown.

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DANGER: RISK OF CUT. Keep hands away from

blades. Keep both hands on handles when Pole Hedge Trimmer ison.

• DO NOT ATTEMPT to remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Remove battery when clearing jammed material from blades. Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding the Pole HedgeTrimmer.

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CAUTION: Blades coast after turnoff.

• DON’T FORCE POLE HEDGE TRIMMER - It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it wasdesigned.

• DISCONNECT BATTERY from the Pole Hedge Trimmer when not in use or when servicing orcleaning.

• STORE IDLE POLE HEDGE TRIMMER INDOORS - When not in use, Pole Hedge Trimmer should be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up place out of reach ofchildren.

• MAINTAIN POLE HEDGE TRIMMER WITH CARE - Keep cutting blades sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil andgrease.

• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS - Before further use of the Pole Hedge Trimmer, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other condition that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in thismanual.

SERVICE

• Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed

by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.

SeeRepairs.

• When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to

follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of electric shock orinjury.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

• Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring. Contact with a “live” wire

will make exposed metal parts of the tool “live” and shock theoperator.

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Additional Safety Information

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WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETYEQUIPMENT:

• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),

• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,

• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratoryprotection.

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WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicalsare:

• lead from lead-based paints,

• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

• arsenic and chromium from chemicallytreatedlumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopicparticles.

• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power

sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing

dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmfulchemicals.

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WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/ or disperse dust, which may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face andbody.

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WARNING: Always wear proper personal hearing protection that conforms to ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) during use. Under some conditions and duration

of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearingloss.

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CAUTION: When not in use, place tool on its side on a stable surface where it will not cause a tripping or falling hazard. Some tools with large

battery packs will stand upright on the battery pack but may be easily knockedover.

• Air vents often cover moving parts and should be avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in movingparts.

The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their definitions are asfollows:

V ......................... volts

Hz ....................... hertz

min ..................... minutes

or DC ......direct current

...................... Class I Construction

(grounded)

…/min ..............per minute

BPM .................... beats per minute

IPM ..................... impacts per minute

RPM .................... revolutions per

minute

sfpm ................... surface feet per

minute

SPM .................... strokes per minute

A ......................... amperes

W ........................ watts

or AC ...........alternating current

or AC/DC .... alternating or

direct current

...................... Class II

Construction

(double insulated)

no ....................... no load speed

n ......................... rated speed

...................... earthing terminal

..................... safety alert symbol

..................... visible radiation

..................... wear respiratory

protection

..................... wear eye

protection

..................... wear hearing

protection

..................... read all

documentation

BATTERIES AND CHARGERS

The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using the battery pack and charger, read the safety instructions below and then follow charging proceduresoutlined. When ordering replacement battery packs, be sure to include the catalog number andvoltage.

Your tool uses a

DeWALT charger. Be sure to read all safety instructions before using your charger. Consult the chart at the end of this manual for compatibility of chargers and batterypacks.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Important Safety Instructions for All Battery Packs

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WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions for the battery pack, charger and power tool. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/ or seriousinjury.

• Do not charge or use the battery pack in explosive

atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Inserting or removing the battery

pack from the charger may ignite the dust orfumes.

• NEVER force the battery pack into the charger. DO

NOT modify the battery pack in any way to fit into a non-compatible charger as battery pack may rupture causing serious personal injury. Consult

the chart at the end of this manual for compatibility of batteries andchargers.

• Charge the battery packs only in designated

DeWALTchargers.

• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or otherliquids.

• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in

locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 104°F (40°C) (such as outside sheds or metal buildings in summer). For best life store battery packs in a cool, drylocation. NOTE: Do not store the battery packs in a tool with the trigger switch locked on. Never tape the trigger switch in the ONposition.

• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is

severely damaged or is completely worn out. The

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battery pack can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created when lithium ion battery packs areburned.

• If battery contents come into contact with the skin, immediately wash area with mild soap and water. If battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open eye for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical attention is needed, the battery electrolyte is composed of a mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithiumsalts.

• Contents of opened battery cells may cause respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medicalattention.

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WARNING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be flammable if exposed to spark orflame.

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WARNING: Fire hazard. Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If the battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not insert into the charger. Do not crush, drop or damage the battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has received a sharp blow, been dropped, run over or damaged in any way (e.g., pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery packs should be returned to the service center forrecycling.

Transportation

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WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store or carry the battery pack so that metal objects can contact exposed battery terminals. For example, do

not place the battery pack in aprons, pockets, tool boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose nails, screws, keys, etc. Transporting batteries

can possibly cause fires if the battery terminals inadvertently come in contact with conductive materials such as keys, coins, hand tools and the like. The US Department of Transportation Hazardous

Material Regulations (HMR) actually prohibit transporting batteries in commerce or on airplanes in carry-on baggage UNLESS they are properly protected from short circuits. So when transporting individual battery packs, make sure that the battery terminals are protected and well insulated from materials that could contact them and cause a shortcircuit.

Fuel Gauge Battery Packs (Fig. B)

Some DeWALT battery packs include a fuel gauge which consists of three green LED lights that indicate the level of charge remaining in the batterypack.

The fuel gauge is an indication of approximate levels of charge remaining in the battery pack according to the followingindicators:

75–100% charged

51–74% charged

< 50% charged

Pack needs to be charged

To actuate the fuel gauge, press and hold the fuel gauge button. A combination 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 illuminate and the battery will need to berecharged.

Fig. B

NOTE: The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on the battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality and is subject to variation based on product components, temperature and end-userapplication.

For more information regarding fuel gauge battery packs, please contact call 1-800-4-

DeWALT (1-800-433-9258) or

visit our website www.dewalt.com.

The RBRC® Seal

The RBRC® (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation) Seal on the nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithiumion batteries (or battery packs) indicates that the costs to recycle these batteries (or battery packs) at the end of their useful life have already been paid by

DeWALT. In some areas, it is illegal to place spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries in the trash or municipal solid waste stream and the Call2Recycle® program provides an environmentally consciousalternative.

Call 2 Recycle, Inc., in cooperation with

DeWALT and other battery users, has established the program in the United States and Canada to facilitate the collection of spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries. Help protect our environment and conserve natural resources by returning the spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries to an authorized

DeWALT service center or to your local retailer for recycling. You may also contact your local recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent battery. RBRC® is a registered trademark of Call 2 Recycle,Inc.

Important Safety Instructions for All Battery Chargers

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• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with

any chargers other than the ones in this manual.

The charger and battery pack are specifically designed to worktogether.

• These chargers are not intended for any uses other

than charging

DeWALT rechargeable batteries.

Any other uses may result in risk of fire, electric shock orelectrocution.

• Do not expose the charger to rain orsnow.

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• Pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger. This will reduce the risk of

damage to the electric plug andcord.

• Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not

be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage orstress.

• Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in

risk of fire, electric shock orelectrocution.

• When operating a charger outdoors, always provide

a dry location and use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use

reduces the risk of electricshock.

• An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cable, that is, 16 gauge has more capacity than 18 gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. When using more than one extension to make up the total length, be sure each individual extension contains at least the minimum wire size. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The lower the gauge number, the heavier thecord.

Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets

Volts

Total Length of Cord in Feet

(meters)

120 V 25 (7.6) 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7) 240 V 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 200 (61.0) 300 (91.4)

Ampere Rating

American Wire Gauge

More Than

Not More Than

0 6 18 16 16 14

6 10 18 16 14 12 10 12 16 16 14 12 12 16 14 12 Not Recommended

• Do not place any object on top of the charger or place the charger on a soft surface that might block the ventilation slots and result in excessive internal heat. Place the charger in a position away from any heat

source. The charger is ventilated through slots in the top and the bottom of thehousing.

• Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord

orplug.

• Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to an authorized servicecenter.

• Do not disassemble the charger; take it to an authorized service center when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of

electric shock, electrocution orfire.

• Disconnect the charger from the outlet before

attempting any cleaning. This will reduce the risk of electric shock. Removing the battery pack will not reduce

thisrisk.

• NEVER attempt to connect 2 chargerstogether.

• The charger is designed to operate on standard

120V household electrical power. Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage. This does not apply to the

vehicularcharger.

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WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to get inside the charger. Electric shock mayresult.

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WARNING: Burn 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.

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CAUTION: Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, charge only DeWALT rechargeable battery packs. Other types of batteries may overheat and burst resulting in personal injury and propertydamage.

NOTICE: Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged into the power supply, the charger can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign materials of a conductive nature, such as, but not limited to, grinding dust, metal chips, steel wool, aluminum foil or any buildup of metallic particles should be kept away from the charger cavities. Always unplug the charger from the power supply when there is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug the charger before attempting toclean.

Charging a Battery (Fig. C)

1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before inserting batterypack.

Fig. C

2. Insert the battery pack

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into the charger, making sure the battery pack is fully seated in the charger. The red (charging) light will blink continuously indicating that the charging process hasstarted.

3. The completion of charge will be indicated by the red light remaining ON continuously. The battery pack is fully charged and may be used at this time or left in the charger.

NOTE: To ensure maximum performance and life of lithiumion battery packs, charge the battery pack fully before firstuse.

Charger Operation

Refer to the indicators below for the charge status of the batterypack.

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Indicator Light Operation

Charging

Fully Charged

Hot/Cold Pack Delay

Problem Pack or Charger

Hot/Cold Pack Delay

When the charger detects a battery pack that is too hot or too cold, it automatically starts a Hot/Cold Pack Delay, suspending charging until the battery pack has reached an appropriate temperature. The charger then automatically switches to the pack charging mode. This feature ensures maximum battery packlife.

A cold battery pack will charge at a slower rate than a warm battery pack. The battery pack will charge at that slower rate throughout the entire charging cycle and will not return to maximum charge rate even if the battery packwarms.

The DCB118 charger is equipped with an internal fan designed to cool the battery pack. The fan will turn on automatically when the battery pack needs to becooled.

Never operate the charger if the fan does not operate properly or if ventilation slots are blocked. Do not permit foreign objects to enter the interior of thecharger.

Electronic Protection System

Li-Ion tools are designed with an Electronic Protection System that will protect the battery pack against overloading, overheating or deepdischarge.

The tool will automatically turn off if the Electronic Protection System engages. If this occurs, place the lithiumion battery pack on the charger until it is fullycharged.

Charger Cleaning Instructions

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WARNING: Shock hazard. Disconnect the charger from the AC outlet before cleaning. Dirt and grease may be removed from the exterior of the charger using a cloth or soft non-metallic brush. Do not use water or any cleaningsolutions.

Important Charging Notes

1. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery pack is charged when the air temperature is between 65°F and 75°F (18° – 24°C). DO NOT charge the battery pack in an air temperature below +40°F (+4.5°C), or above +104°F (+40°C). This is important and will prevent serious damage to the batterypack.

2. The charger and battery pack may become warm to the touch while charging. This is a normal condition, and does not indicate a problem. To facilitate the cooling of the battery pack after use, avoid placing the charger or battery pack in a warm environment such as in a metal shed or an uninsulatedtrailer.

3. If the battery pack does not charge properly:

a. Check operation of receptacle by plugging in a lamp

or other appliance;

b. Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light

switch which turns power off when you turn out the lights;

c. Move the charger and battery pack to a location

where the surrounding air temperature is approximately 65°F – 75°F (18° – 24°C);

d. If charging problems persist, take the tool, battery

pack and charger to your local servicecenter.

4. The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to produce sufficient power 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.

5. Foreign materials of a conductive nature such as, but not limited to, grinding dust, metal chips, steel wool, aluminum foil, or any buildup of metallic particles should be kept away from charger cavities. Always unplug the charger from the power supply when there is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug the charger before attempting toclean.

6. Do not freeze or immerse the charger in water or any otherliquid.

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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR

FUTURE USE

COMPONENTS (FIG. A)

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WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it. Damage or personal injury couldresult.

Refer to Figure A at the beginning of this manual for a complete list ofcomponents.

INTENDED USE

This pole hedge trimmer is designed for professional landscapingapplications.

DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of flammable liquids orgases.

This pole hedge trimmer 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

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack before making any adjustments or removing/ installing attachments or accessories. An

accidental start-up can causeinjury.

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Attaching and Adjusting the Shoulder Strap

The pole hedge trimmer comes with an adjustable shoulderstrap.

1. Snap the shoulder strap latch

15

onto the strap mount

10

located on the unit, just in front of the on/off trigger

as shown in Figure D. Adjust the strap so it fits over yourshoulder.

Fig. D

Pivoting the Trimmer Head (Fig. E, F, K)

The trimmer head pivots 105 degrees and can be locked into 8 different positions within that range. To avoid being pinched, do not grab the blades. Wear gloves and hold unit as shown in FigureK.

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WARNING: Before connecting the battery to the unit, be sure the trimmer head is locked intoposition.

To pivot the trimmer head

1. With one hand firmly griping the pole handle, use the other hand to press the lock off button

13

and squeeze

the trimmer head handle

14

to pivot the trimmer head

as shown in FigureE.

2. Lock the trimmer head into one of the eight operating positions as shown in Figure F. To lock the trimmer head into place, release your grip on the trimmer head handle

14

. Check to make sure that trimmer head is locked into position by trying to move the motor housing. If it is not locked, rotate it to the nearest lockposition.

Fig. E

Fig. F

Adjusting the Pole Length (Fig. G, H)

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WARNING: Always check to make sure that the pole extension adjust lever is completely locked and that the extension pole does not move before using or transporting the tool. Not locking the pole extension adjust lever could result in the tool head unexpectedly moving, creating a hazardous condition. Periodically check the extension adjust lever to ensure that it is completelylocked.

1. Unlock the pole extension adjust lever

9

as shown in

FigureG.

2. With one hand firmly on the auxiliary pole handle

4

slide the extension pole

8

out with the other hand as

shown in Figure H. This will reveal the extensionpole.

NOTE: The tool can be operated at any length of the extension pole

3. Once the desired extension length is acquired, lock the pole extension adjust lever

9

to secure the extension

pole in place. Ensure the extension pole does notmove.

Fig. G

Fig. H

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OPERATION

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack before making any adjustments or removing/ installing attachments or accessories. An

accidental start-up can causeinjury.

Installing and Removing the Battery Pack (Fig. A, I, J)

NOTE: For best results, make sure your battery pack is fullycharged.

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WARNING: Before removing or installing battery, make certain the lock-off lever is not engaged to prevent triggeractuation.

To install battery pack: Insert battery pack

6

into battery

housing as shown in FigureI, until fully seated and an audible click isheard.

Make sure battery pack is fully seated and fully latched intoposition.

To remove battery pack: Depress the battery release button

7

on the battery and pull battery pack out of

appliance as shown in FigureJ.

Fig. I

Fig. J

Proper Hand Position (Fig. A, K)

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, ALWAYS use proper hand position as shown.



WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a suddenreaction.

Proper hand position requires one hand on the main handle

3

and one hand on the auxiliary handle

4

Fig. K

Switching Pole Hedge Trimmer On and Off (Fig. A)

Ensure the trimmer head is locked into one of the eight operating positions. Refer to Pivoting the Trimmer Headsection.

To turn the unit on, squeeze the lock-off lever

2

and then

the On/Off trigger

1

To turn the unit off, release the On/Off trigger and the lockofflever.



WARNING: Never attempt to lock the trigger in the onposition.

NOTE: When the trimmer head is locked in storage position, the unit will not turn on.

Before Operating Pole Hedge Trimmer

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WARNING: The unit has not been designed to provide protection from electric shock in the event of contact with overhead electric lines, Consult local regulations for safe distances from overhead electric power lines and ensure that the operating position is safe and secure before operating the extended reach hedgetrimmer.

• For safe operation, read and understand all instructions before using the pole hedge trimmer. Follow all safety instructions. Failure to follow all safety instructions listed below, can result in serious personalinjury.

• Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate pole hedge trimmer when you aretired.

• Only well-instructed adults should operate pole hedge trimmer. Never allow children tooperate.

• Do not use unit for any job except that for which it isintended.

• Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use thisunit.

• Always use an ANSI/CSA approved hard hat when operating the pole hedge trimmer overhead. Falling debris can result in seriousinjury.

• Wear the following safety gear when operating pole hedge trimmer:

- head protection marked to comply with ANSI Z89.1

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- heavy-duty gloves

- substantial footwear

- safety glasses, goggles or face screen that are marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1

- face or dust mask (if working in dusty areas)

• Do not wear loose fitting clothing, or jewelry of any kind that could get caught in the moving blades or parts of the pole hedgetrimmer.

• Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any movingparts.

While Operating Pole Hedge Trimmer

• Stay alert. Use common sense while operating theunit.

• Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas inviteinjuries.

• Keep children, animals and bystanders at a safe distance away from unit. Only the user should be in the workarea.

• Grip unit securely, one hand on the trigger handle, the other hand on the polehandle.

• Keep finger off trigger until ready touse.

• Before starting unit, make sure blades are not touchinganything.

• Keep all parts of body away from blades when Pole Hedge Trimmer isrunning.

• Carry unit from one place to another

- with battery removed

- by holding pole at balance point

- with blade cover in place

• Do not operate in poorlighting.

• During operation, rest periodically and change working positions to reducefatigue.

• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to sharpsurfaces.

Do Not Operate Pole Hedge Trimmer

• while under the influence of alcohol, medication, ordrugs

• in rain or in damp or wet areas

• where highly flammable liquids or gases are present

• if unit is damaged, adjusted wrong, or not fully and securely assembled

• if trigger does not turn unit on and off. Blades must stop moving when you release trigger. Have faulty switch replaced by an authorized service center. SeeRepairs.

• while in a hurry

• while in tree or on a ladder

• while on aerial booms, buckets or platforms

• during high wind or storming weather

Trimming Instructions (Fig. L, M, N, O, P)

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DANGER: KEEP HANDS AWAY FROMBLADES.



WARNING: To guard against injury, observe the following:

• READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE USING. SAVE INSTRUCTIONMANUAL.

• Check the hedge for foreign objects such as wires or fences before eachuse.

• KEEP HANDS ON HANDLES. DON’TOVERREACH.

• DO NOT USE UNDER WETCONDITIONS.

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CAUTION: BLADE MAY COAST AFTER TURNOFF.

WORKING POSITIONS (Fig.L, M) – Maintain proper footing and balance and do not overreach. Wear safety goggles, non-skid footwear when trimming. Hold the unit firmly in both hands and turn the unit on. Always hold the trimmer as shown in FigureK, with one hand on the switch handle

3

and one hand on the auxiliary handle

4

. Never

hold the unit by the trimmer head

12

Fig. L

Fig. M

TRIMMING NEW GROWTH (Fig.N) – Using a wide, sweeping motion, feeding the blade teeth through the twigs, is most effective. A slight downward tilt of the blade in the direction of motion gives the bestcutting.

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Fig. N

LEVEL HEDGES (Fig.O) – To obtain exceptionally level hedges a piece of string can be stretched along the length of the hedge as aguide. Fig. O

SIDE TRIMMING HEDGES (Fig.P) – Orient the trimmer as shown and begin at the bottom and sweepup. Fig. P

MAINTENANCE



WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack before making any adjustments or removing/ installing attachments or accessories. An

accidental start-up can causeinjury.



WARNING: Remove battery pack before servicing, cleaning or removing material from the hedgetrimmer.

Your

DeWALT tool has been designed to operate over a long

period of time with minimummaintenance.

Continuous satisfactory operation depends on proper tool care and regularcleaning.

Lubrication (Fig. A, Q)

Blades

1. After use, carefully clean the blades with a resinsolvent.

2. After cleaning, apply a light film of lubrication to the exposedblade.

3. Turn the trimmer vertical with the blades toward the ground and run the trimmer for a few seconds to fully disperse thelubrication.

Gear Housing

1. With a grease gun, apply a good quality lithium based grease via the grease fitting

16

. on the gear housing.

NOTE: Additional grease should be applied at 40 hour intervals or more frequently with heavy usage.

Fig. Q

Replacing Blade (Fig. R, S, T, V)



WARNING: Sharp edges. Wear gloves when performing any maintenance on the trimmerblade.

Follow the instructions below to replace the blade

11

bring the trimmer to a

DeWALT factory service center, a

DeWALT authorized service center, or other qualified service

personnel. Always use identical replacementparts.

1. Removebattery.

2. Using a 4mm hex bit, remove the four cover screws

17

3. Pry the cover

18

off by placing a flathead screwdriver

under the back of the cover andtwisting.

4. Remove the thin wear plate

19

. Remove the top

connection rod

20

from the eccentric cam

21

5. Using a 4mm hex bit, remove the blade screws

22

andwashers.

6. Lift the front of the blade

11

to disengage it from the

bottom connection rod

23

and pull the blade out of

thetrimmer.

Installing Blade

1. Install blade screws and washers

22

from the old blade

into the hole in the newblade.

2. Line up the blade screws

22

on the new blade with

their respective slots in the hedge trimmerhead.

3. Mostly tighten the blade screws. Do not tighten fully. Slide the bottom blade

24

back and forth, and press

down slightly until the blade catches the post

25

the bottom connection rod

23

. Make sure the bottom

connection rod is still inplace.

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4. Fully tighten the blade screws

22

5. Place the top connection rod

20

back onto the

eccentric cam

21

. Ensure the post is faced down

toward the top blade

26

6. Slide the top blade back and forth until the blade catches the post on the top connectionrod.

7. Replace the wear plate

19

and cover

18

and fasten

with the 4 cover screws

17

Fig. R

Fig. S

Fig. T

The cutting blades are made from high quality, hardened steel and with normal usage, they will not require resharpening. However, if you accidentally hit a wire fence, stones, glass, or other hard objects as shown in Figure U, you may put a nick in the blade. There is no need to remove this nick as long as it does not interfere with the movement of the blade. If it does interfere, remove the battery and use a fine toothed file or sharpening stone to remove the nick. If you drop the trimmer, carefully inspect it for damage. If the blade is bent, housing cracked, handles broken or if you see any other condition that may affect the trimmer’s operation contact your local

DeWALT authorized service center for

repairs before putting it back intouse.

Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain agents which greatly accelerate the corrosion of metals. Do not store the unit on or adjacent to fertilizers orchemicals.

With the battery removed, use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the unit. Never let any liquid get inside the unit; never immerse any part of the unit into a liquid. Prevent the blades from rusting by applying a film of light machine oil aftercleaning. Fig. U

Blade Sharpening (Fig. V)

• KEEP BLADE SHARP FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. A DULL BLADE DOES NOT CUTCLEANLY.

• WHEN SHARPENING BLADE, ENSURE THAT BATTERY ISREMOVED.

REPLACE BENT OR DAMAGED

BLADE IMMEDIATELY

It is recommended that sharpening of blades be performed by a

DeWALT factory service center. However, blade edges

may be sharpened by using a fine tooth file

27

1. Run trimmer until cutting blades

28

and guard teeth

29

are offset enough so the guard tooth cannot be

touched by the file. DO NOT file the guardteeth.

2. Be sure the lock-off lever is engaged, the blade has stopped, and the battery has been removed before sharpeningblade.

3. Wear proper eye protection and gloves, and be careful not to cutyourself.

4. Carefully file the cutting edges of the blade with a fine tooth file. File toward the cutting edge

30

at the original cutting angle (38 degrees from horizontal). File only the straight cutting edges

30

of the blades. Do not file where the cutting edge curves into the center of theblade.

5. Flip the trimmer over to sharpen the bottomblade.

6. Repeat steps to sharpen the opposite side of eachblade.

ENGLISH

Fig. V

Cleaning



WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye protection when performingthis.



WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts of the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into aliquid.

Accessories



WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered by DeWALT, have not been tested with this product, use of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only DeWALT recommended accessories should be used with thisproduct.

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance in locating any accessory, please contact

DeWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701East Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21286, call 1-800-4-DeWALT (1-800-433-9258) or visit our website: www.dewalt.com.

Repairs

The charger and battery pack are notserviceable.



WARNING: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment (including brush inspection and replacement, when applicable) should be performed by a

DeWALT factory service center or a DeWALT authorized service center. Always use identical replacementparts.

Thank you for your purchase. Register your product nowfor:

• WARRANTY SERVICE: Registering your product will

help you obtain more efficient warranty service in case there is a problem with yourproduct.

• CONFIRMATION OF OWNERSHIP: In case of

an insurance loss, such as fire, flood or theft, your registration of ownership will serve as your proof ofpurchase.

• FOR YOUR SAFETY: Registering your product will

allow us to contact you in the unlikely event a safety notification is required under the Federal Consumer SafetyAct.

Three Year Limited Warranty

DeWALT will repair, without charge, any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship for three years from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover part failure due to normal wear or tool abuse. For further detail of warranty coverage and warranty repair information, visit www.dewalt.com or call 1-800-4-

DeWALT (1-800-433-9258). This warranty does not apply to accessories or damage caused where repairs have been made or attempted by others. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary in certain states orprovinces.

In addition to the warranty,

DeWALT tools are covered

byour:

1 YEAR FREE SERVICE

DeWALT will maintain the tool and replace worn parts caused by normal use, for free, any time during the first year afterpurchase.

2 YEARS FREE SERVICE ON DEWALT BATTERY PACKS

DC9071, DC9091, DC9096, DC9182, DC9280, DC9360,

DCB120, DCB127, DCB201, DCB203, DCB203BT, DCB207,

DCB361

3 YEARS FREE SERVICE ON DEWALT BATTERY PACKS

DCB200, DCB204, DCB204BT, DCB205, DCB606

NOTE: Battery warranty voided if the battery pack is tampered with in any way.

DeWALT is not responsible for any injury caused by tampering and may prosecute warranty fraud to the fullest extent permitted bylaw.

90 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of your

DeWALT Power Tool, Laser, or Nailer for any reason, you can return it within 90 days from the date of purchase with a receipt for a full refund – no questionsasked.

LATIN AMERICA: This warranty does not apply to products sold in Latin America. For products sold in Latin America, see country specific warranty information contained in the packaging, call the local company or see website for warrantyinformation.

FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are missing, call 1-800-4-

DeWALT

(1-800-433-9258) for a freereplacement.

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