DeWalt DCV517 Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

DCV517
Cordless 20V Max* 1/2 Gallon Portable Vacuum

Definitions: Safety Guidelines

The definitions below describe the level of severity for each
signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to these
symbols.

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,

if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if

not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury

which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the

instruction manual.

Important Safety Warnings
and Instructions

General Vacuum Safety Warnings

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

TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY

• Before any use, be sure everyone using this vacuum reads and
understands all safety instructions and other information contained
in this manual.

• Save these instructions and review frequently prior to use and in
instructing others.

When using an electric vacuum, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and personal
injury, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE

USING VACUUM

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,

or injury:

• DO NOT leave vacuum with battery installed. Remove battery
from tool when not in use and before servicing.

• DO NOT allow vacuum to be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used by or near children.

• USE ONLY as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's
recommended attachments.

• If vacuum is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.

• DO NOT handle vacuum with wet hands.

• KEEP hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from
openings and moving parts.

• TURN OFF all controls before removing battery.

• USE EXTRA CARE when cleaning on stairs.

• DO NOT use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as
gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.

• DO NOT pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.

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• STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, the vacuum should be

stored in a dry, high or locked up place – out of reach of children.

• MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE. Keep fan area clean for best and

safest performance. Follow instructions for proper maintenance.

• DO NOT attempt to repair the vacuum. To assure product safety

and reliability, repairs, maintenance, and adjustments should be
performed by authorized DeWALT service centers.

• DO NOT use without filter in place.

• DO NOT use in areas where explosive vapors may be present.

• DO NOT use to pick up explosive dust, or in areas where air

contains explosive dust such as coal, grain, or other combustible
material.

• Static shocks are possible in dry areas or when the relative
humidity of the air is low. This is only temporary and does not affect
the use of the vacuum. To reduce the frequency of static shocks,
add moisture to the air with a console or installed humidifier.

• TO AVOID spontaneous combustion, empty tank after each use.

• DO NOT put any objects into openings. Do not use with any
opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and everything that
may reduce air flow.

WARNING: Some dust created by this product

contains chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:

• compounds in fertilizers

• compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides

• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber

To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety
equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.

• DO NOT place outlet of vacuum near eyes or ears when operating.

• DISCONNECT BATTERY PACK FROM VACUUM BEFORE
MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS CHANGING ACCESSORIES,
SERVICING, MOVING, OR STORING THE VACUUM. Such

preventative safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool
accidentally.

• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the instruction
manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper
accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.

• NEVER STAND ON VACUUM. Serious injury could occur if the
vacuum is tipped.

• NEVER LEAVE VACUUM RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN

POWER OFF.

• KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN AND WELL LIT. Cluttered
benches and dark areas invite accidents.

• DO NOT OVERREACH. KEEP PROPER FOOTING AND
BALANCE AT ALL TIMES. Proper footing and balance enables
better control of the vacuum in unexpected situations.

• USE SAFETY EQUIPMENT. ALWAYS WEAR EYE
PROTECTION. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.

• DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON
OR OFF. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.

• WHEN SERVICING, 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.

• DON’T EXPOSE VACUUM TO RAIN. Store indoors.

General Safety Warnings for Vacuums

a) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the

off-position before connecting to battery pack, picking

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up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with
your finger on the switch or energizing appliance that have the
switch on invites accidents.

b) Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before

making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing appliance. Such preventive safety measures reduce

the risk of starting the appliance accidentally.

c) 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.

d) Use appliances only with specifically designated battery

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

and fire.

e) 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.

f) 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.

g) Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged

or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.

h) Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or

excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature
above 265°F may cause explosion.

i) Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person

using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that

the safety of the product is maintained.

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

V

.............................. volts A ..............................amperes

Hz ........................... hertz W ............................ watts

min.........................minutes or AC .............. alternating current

or DC .........

direct current or AC/DC ......alternating or direct

current

............................

Class I Construction
(grounded)

............................

Class II Construction

(double insulated)

…/min ................. per minute no ........................... no load speed

BPM ....................... beats per minute n .............................. rated speed

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

............................

earthing terminal

RPM ....................... revolutions per minute ........................... safety alert symbol

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

...........................

visible radiation

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

Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Packs

When ordering replacement battery packs, be sure to include the
catalog number and voltage. Consult the chart at the end of this
manual for compatibility of chargers and battery packs.

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.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

• 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-

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