DeWalt DW260K TYPE4, DW269 TYPE 3, DW269 TYPE 2, DW260K TYPE3, DW260K TYPE2 Owner’s Manual

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DEWALT industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286

The following are trademarks for one or more DeWALT power tools: the yellow and black color scheme; the "D" shaped air intake grill; the array of pyramids on the handgrip; the kit box con-

figuration; and the array of lozenge-shaped humps on the surface of the tool.

iF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT THiS OR ANY DEWALT TOOL,

CALL US TOLL FREE AT:

I=800=4=DEWALT (1=800=433=9258)

General Safety Bules

•_, 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 INSTBUCTIONS

WORK AREA _ Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.

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. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tooL

Distractions can cause you to lose control

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

_, Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded in

accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adaptor plugs. Check with a qualified elec-

trician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. If the tools should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user. Applicable only to Class I (grounded) tools. The DW274W and

DW286G units are grounded.

_ Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the

other.) This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way, If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polar- ized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way, Double insulation _ eliminates the need for

the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system. Applicable only to

Class fl (double insulated) tools. The DW251, DW252, DW255,DW257, DW260, DW262, DW263, DW265, DW266, DW267, DW268, DW269, DW272, DW274, DW276, DW281, DW282 and DW284 units are double insulated.

Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.

_ Don't expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will

increase the risk of electric shock. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from an out-

let. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately, Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.

When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked "W-A'" or "W.'" These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock. When

using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your prod-

uct will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.

Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet

120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150

Ampere Rating

More Not more AWG

Than Than

0 6 18 16 16 14

Minimum Gage for Cord Sets

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PERSONAL SAFETY

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power

tooL Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A

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

_ Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your

hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothing, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts. Air vents often cover moving parts and should also be avoided.

A void accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents. Remove adjusting keys or switches before turning the tool on. A wrench or key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury, Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and bal- ance enables better control of the tool 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.

TOOL USE AND CARE

Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable

platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to a loss of control

_, Do not force tooL Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will de the job

better and safer and the rate for which it is designed.

_ 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.

Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, chang- ing accessories, or storing the tooL Such preventative safety measures reduce the risk

of starting the tool accidentally,

•_ Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dan- gerous in the hands of untrained users.

_ Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools,

with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control Check for misallgnment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other

condition that may affect the tools operation, ff damaged, have the tool serviced before

using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.

Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when used on another tool

SERVICE

Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel Service or mainte- nance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury,

•_ 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 inju_

Additional Safety Bules

_ Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cut-

ting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator.

Keep handles dry, clean, free from oil and grease. It is recommended to use rubber gloves. This will enable better control KEEP TOOL DRY FROM SWEAT DURING USE. Reduce risk of electric shock by prevent- ing perspiration or other liquids from entering the tool during use in hot/humid conditions. Use

wristbands, gloves, drying towels or cloths as necessa_

_ CAUTION: Wear appropriate hearing protection during use. Under some conditions

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

_, WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other con-

struction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other repro- ductive 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 chemically-treated lumber (CCA).

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 pro-

mote absorption of harmful chemicals.

, The label on your tool may include the following symbols.

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

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

min ............ minutes _ ................ alternating current

.... .......... direct current no .................. no load speed

[] .............. Class II Construction _ .................... earthing terminal

_, .............. safety alert symbol .../min ............ revolutions per minute

Switch

To start tool, depress the trigger switch, shown in Figure 1. To stop tool, release the switch. The variable speed trigger switch permits speed control. The farther the trigger switch is depressed, the

higher the speed of the tool.

To lock the switch in the on position for continuous operation, depress the trigger switch and push

up the locking button. The tool will continue to run. To turn the tool off, from a locked on condition,

squeeze and release the trigger once. Before using the tool (each time), be sure that the locking

button release mechanism is working freely. Be sure to release the locking mechanism before

disconnecting the plug from the power supply. Failure to do so will cause the tool to start

immediately the next time it is plugged in. Damage or injury could result.The reversing lever is

used to reverse the tool for backing out screws. It is located above the trigger, shown in Figure 1. To reverse the screwdriver, turn it off and push the reversing lever to the right (when viewed from the back of the tool). To position the lever for forward operation, turn the tool off and push the lever

to the left.

Dead Spindle Action

All DEWALT screwdrivers provide a dead output spindle to permit fasteners to be located easi-

ly in the driving accessory. Clutches are held apart by light spring pressure permitting the driving dutch to rotate without turning the driven clutch and accessory. When sufficient forward pres-

sure is applied to the unit, the clutches engage and rotate the spindle and accessories. A revers-

ing switch makes it possible to drive or loosen either right or left hand screws.

_ccessery _ssernbly

The 1/4" hex drive ball lock chuck is used on all depth sensitive and drywall screwdrivers. Assemble accessories by engaging the hex spindle and tapping lightly on the accessory until it

snaps in place. Usually pliers are required to remove the accessory by pulling forward. The 1/4"

hex drive quick change chuck (Figure 2), is used on all Versa Clutch TM units. A ball retainer pro- vides positive locking of all accessories in the chuck. Pull forward on the ball retainer and hold

while inserting or removing accessories. Release for positive accessory retention.

Depth Sensitive Units (DW25_, DW252_ DW255_ DW257_ DW262,

DW265_ DW272_ DW274_ DW274W_ DW274-220_ DW276_ DW276-220)

TO CHANGE BIT HOLDERS:

1. Pull forward on adjustment collar and remove from clutch housing.

2. Pull bit holder straight out with pliers if it is difficult to remove.

3. Push new bit holder into spindle until ball lock snaps in groove in bit holder shank.

4. Replace adjustment collar by snapping over retaining ring.

NOTE:Alignribsoninsideofdepthlocaterwithgroovesinclutchhousingbeforesnappinginto place.

CHANGINGBiTTIP

1. Pull forward on adjustment collar and remove it from clutch housing (see Figure 3).

2. Use pliers to remove worn bit and install new bit tip.

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT:

Follow the graphic on the collar to increase or decrease the fastening depth. To seat the screw deeper in the workpiece, turn the adjustment collar to the right. To seat the screw higher in the workpiece, turn the adjustment collar to the left.

Nutsetting Units (DW260, DW263, DW266, DW266.220)

iNSTALLING AND CHANGING NUTSETTERS AND LOCATORS

Depth Sensitive Units for Drill Point Screws

1. To change or install a new nutsetter: a) Pull forward on adjustment collar and remove from clutch housing. b) Pull nutsetters straight out with pliers

c) Select nutsetter size desired. d) Two Iocators are supplied, a 9/16" ID for 3/8" nutsetters and 1/2" I D for 5/16" nutsetters.

Match locater to desired size nutsetter or bit holder.

2. Place nutsetter into clutch housing and push end of nutsetter until ball lock snaps into groove of nutsetter shank.

3. Reassemble adjustment collar by snapping over springs (see Figure 4).

NOTE: Align ribs on inside of depth locater with grooves in clutch housing.

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT

1. For washer head screws: rotate adjustment collar until end of nutsetter is flush with end of locater.

2. For large washer head and sealer screws: adjust as above until nutsetter is recessed approximately 1/16" into the locater.

3. Test drive a fastener in scrap material to determine if seating is correct.

4. Adjust following the graphic printed on the tool.

VERSA CLUTCH TM UNITS (DW267, DW268, DW268-220, DW268G, DW269)

External adjustment of all Versa Clutch TM units for a wide range of fastener sizes is fast and easy

as follows (see Figure 5):

1. Pull forward, then rotate collar in increase direction (stamped on adjustment collar) to increase the amount of clutch engagement and torque output.

2. Maximum rotation of the collar in the increase direction results in full clutch engagement and maximum torque output and fastener capacity. Collar and adjustable stop will not screw off clutch housing.

3. Test drive a fastener into a scrap piece to check proper fastener seating. It is normal after a period of use to require a slightly different collar setting due to wear on the clutch faces.

NOTE: With Versa Clutch TM, the operator has the ability to "override" clutch ratchet if a fastener hits a wood knot, variable hardness in steel work pieces or incorrect pilot holes. Increased operator pressure will usually cause the clutches to pick-up and continue to seat the fastener. Further, a quick twist of the collar will change the clutch setting to overcome most driving difficulties and will

provide for immediate change in torque output giving the operator the option to drive a wide range of fastener sizes.

Positive Clutch Units (DW28t_ DW282_ DW284)

1. Install proper bit and set screwdriver for correct rotation.

2. Place fastener on bit and contact work.

3. Apply steady pressure on screwdriver to keep clutches engaged and bit in contact with fas- tener.

4. Upon fastener seating, clutches will ratchet. Disengage bit from fastener.

Maintenance

CLEANING

With the motor running, blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with dry air at least once a week. Wear safety glasses when performing this operation. Exterior plastic parts may be cleaned with

a damp cloth and mild detergent. Although these parts are highly solvent resistant, NEVER use solvents. Drywall Screwdrivers: Depth locater and adjustment collar should be removed and drywall dust blown out of the clutch housing area at least once a week.

CHANGING CLUTCHES

1. Remove clutch housing by unscrewing (left hand thread).

2. Clamp tool or clutch housing in a resilient clamp.USE CARE, the clutch housing can be easily damaged.

3. Remove round clutch retaining rings with a very small screwdriver (see Figure 6).

4. install new clutches and new retaining rings. (DW274 series only) Be careful to assemble the intermediate clutch large end first toward the unit and then the spring. The spring should run against the output clutch.

NOTE: if the output spindle slides toward inside of gear case, remove gear case and push out- put spindle forward to expose retaining ring groove. Reassemble dead spindle spring allowing

no more than 1/4" projecting from end of spindle.

5.Relubricate clutches (see Parts Bulletin for DEWALT lubricants identification). LUBRICATION

All ball and needle bearings are factory lubricated for the life of the bearing. CLUTCH LUBRiCATiON

1. Remove clutch housing by unscrewing (left hand thread).

2. Lightly brush clutch faces.

Accessories

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra cost from your distributor

or local service center.

_ CAUTION: The use of any non-recommended accessory may be hazardous.

Repairs

To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment (including brush inspection and replacement) should be performed by authorized service centers or other

qualified service organizations, always using identical replacement parts.

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.

90 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of your DEVVALT 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.

FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are miss-

ing, call 1-800-4-DEWALT for a free replacement.

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POUR TOUT RENSEIGNEMENT SUPPLC:MENTAIRE SUR CET OUTIL OU TOUT AUTRE OUTIL DEWALT, COMPOSER SANS FRAIS LE NUMC:RO: 1 800 4=DEWALT (1 800 433=9258)

REGL£S DE SECURITE GENERALES

_AVERTISSEMENT! Vous devez life et comprendre routes les instructions. Le non-

respect, m@me partiel, des instructions ci-apr@s entrafne un risque de choc 61ectrique, d'in- cendie et/eu de blessures graves.

CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS.

AIRE DE TRAVAIL

_ Veillez ace que I'aire de travail soit propre et bien #c/air#e. Le d6sordre et /e manque de

lumi@re favorisent les accidents.

_ N'utilisez pas d'outils _lectriques clans une atmosph@re explosive, par exemple en

presence de liquides, de gaz ou de poussi#res inflammables. Les outils 61ectriques creent des 6tincelles qui pourraient enflammer les poussi@res ou les vapeurs.

A Tenez a distance les curieux, les enfants et les visiteurs pendant que vous travaillez

avec un outil #lectrique. IIs pourraient veus distraire et veus faire faire une fausse manoeu- vre.

S¢:CURITI_ ELECTRIQUE

Les outils mis _ la terre doivent @tre branches dan une prise de courant correctement install#e et raise _ la terre conform#ment _ tousles codes et reg/ements pertinents.

Ne modifiez jamais la fiche de quelque fagon que ce soit, par exemple en enlevant la broche de mise 9 la terre. N'utilisez pas d'adaptateur de fiche. Si vous n'@tespas certain que la prise de courant est correctement mise 9 la terre, adressez-vous 9 un 61ectricien qualifi6. En cas de defaillance ou de d6fectuosit6 61ectrique de Ibutil, une mise 9 la terre offre un trajet de faible resistance 91'61ectricit6 qui autrement risquerait de traverser I'utilisateur. Valable seule-

ment pour les outils de classe I (mis 9 la terre). Les mod@les DW274W et DW286G sent mis

9 la terre.

ALes outils _ double isolation sent _quip#s d'une fiche polaris#e (une des lames est

plus large que I'autre), qui ne peut se brancher que d'une seule facon clans une prise polarisee Ne modifiez pas la fiche de I'outiL La double isolation [] #limine le besoin

d'un cordon d'alimentation # trois ills avec raise # la terre ainsi que d'une prise de courant raise a la terre. Valable seulement pour les outils de classe fl (9 double isolation). Les meddles DW251, DW252, DW255, DW257, DW260, DW262, DW263, DW265, DW266, DW266-220, DW267, DW268, DW268-220, DW269, DW272, DW274, DW274-220, DW276,

DW276-220, DW281, DW282 et DW284 comportent une double isolation. Evitez tout contact corporel avec des surfaces raises _ la terre (tuyauterie, radiateurs,

cuisini#res, r#frig#rateurs, etc.). Le risque de choc #lectrique est plus grand si vetre corps est en contact avec la terre.

N'exposez pas les outils #lectriques # la pluie ou _ I'eau. La presence d'eau dans un eutil #lectrique augmente le risque de choc #lectrique.

Ne maltraitez pas le cordon. Ne transportez pas I'outil par son cordon et ne debranchez pas la fiche en tirant sur le cordon. N'exposez pas le cordon 9 la chaleur, 9 des huiles, 9 des

ar@tes vives ou 9 des pi@ces en mouvement. Remplacez immediatement un cordon endom- mage. Un cordon endommage augmente le risque de choc electrique.

_ Lorsque vous utilisez un outil #lectrique _ I'exterieur, employez un prolongateur pour

I'exterieur marqu# ,,W-A_, ou ,,W,,. Ces cordons sent faits pour @tre uhTises 9 I'ext#rieur et r#duisent le risque de choc electrique. S'assurer que le cordon de rallonge est en ben #tat. Lersqu'on se sert d'un cordon de rallonge, s'assurer qu'il est de calibre appropri# pour la ten- sion n#cessaire au fonctionnement de I'outiL L'utilisation d'un cordon de calibre inferieur

eccasionne une baisse de tension entrafnant une perte de puissance et la surchauffe. Le tableau suivant indique le calibre appropri# selon la Iongueur du cordon et les mentions de la plaque signal#tique de I'outiL En cas de doute, utiliser un cordon de calibre sup#rieur. Le

chiffre indiquant le calibre est inversement proportionnel au calibre du cordon.

Calibre minimal des cordons de rallonge

Tension Longueur totale du cordon en pieds

120 V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150

Intensit_ (A) Au Au Calibre moyen de fil (AWG)

moins plus 0 6 18 16 16 14 SECURIT¢: DES PERSONNES

Restez alerte, concentrez-vous sur votre travail et faites preuve de jugement. N'uhTisez pas un outil electrique si vous @tes fatigu_ ou sous I'influence de drogues, d'alcool ou de m#dicaments. Un instant d'inattention suffit pour entrMner des blessures graves.

_ Habillez-vous convenablement. Ne portez ni v@tements fie#ants ni bijoux. Confinez

les cheveux longs. N'approchez jamais les cheveux, les v@tements ou les gants des

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VERSA CLUTCH TM

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