DeWalt DW895 Instruction Manual

DEWALT Industrial Tool Company, P.O. Box 158, 626 Hanover Pike, Hampstead, MD 21074 Printed in U.S.A. (JUN97-CD-1) Form No. 384483
DW895 Copyright © 1997

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
GUIDE D'UTILISATION
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

DW895

12-Gauge Shear
Cisaille de calibre 12
Cizalla calibre 12

INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS DE SERVICIO Y PÓLIZA
DE GARANTÍA. ADVERTENCIA: LÉASE ESTE INSTRUCTIVO ANTES
DE USAR EL PRODUCTO.

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Important Safety Instructions

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

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Grounding Instructions

This tool should be grounded while in use to protect the operator from
electric shock. The tool is equipped with a 3-conductor cord and 3­prong grounding type plug to fit the proper grounding type receptacle.
The green (or green and yellow) conductor in the cord is the
grounding wire. Never connect the green (or green and yellow) wire
to a live terminal. If your unit is intended for use on less than 150 V,
it has a plug that looks like that shown in sketch A. If it is for use on
150 to 250 V, it has a plug that looks like that shown in sketch D. An
adapter, sketches B and C, is available for connecting sketch A type
plugs to 2-prong receptacles. The green-colored rigid ear, lug, or the
like, extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent
ground, such as a properly grounded outlet box. No adapter is
available for a plug as shown in sketch D. ADAPTER SHOWN IN
FIGURES B and C IS NOT FOR USE IN CANADA.

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IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS
OR ANY D

EWALT TOOL, CALL US TOLL FREE AT:

1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258)

AB CD

GROUNDING PIN

GROUNDED

OUTLET

BOX

GROUNDING

MEANS

GROUNDING PIN

ADAPTER

OILING CAP

TRIGGER

SWITCH

BRUSH

INSPECTION CAP

(2)

MOVING

BLADE

LOCK

BUTTON

FIXED

BLADE

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Safety Instructions For All Tools

• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite
injuries.

• CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don’t expose power
tools to rain. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep
work area well lit. Do not use tool in presence of flammable liquids
or gases.

• GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact with
grounded surfaces. For example; pipes, radiators, ranges, and
refrigerator enclosures.

• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Do not let visitors contact tool or
extension cord. All visitors should be kept away from work area.

• STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in
dry, and high or locked-up place — out of reach of children.

• DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate
for which it was intended.

• USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force small tool or attachment to do the
job of a heavy-duty tool. Don’t use tool for purpose not intended.

• DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They
can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid
footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.

• USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if operation
is dusty.

• DON’T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank it to
disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp
edges.

• SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It’s safer than
using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.

• DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.

• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for
better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and

changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if
damaged, have repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect
extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles
dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

• DISCONNECT OR LOCK OFF TOOLS when not in use, before
servicing, and when changing accessories, such as blades, bits,
cutters.

• REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of
checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed
from tool before turning it on.

• AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don’t carry tool with finger
on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.

• EXTENSION CORDS. Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-
prong grounding-type plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the
tool’s plug. Replace or repair damaged cords. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord,
be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product
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.

Minimum Gage for Cord Sets

Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet

120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150
240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300

Ampere Rating

More Not more AWG

Than Than
0-6 18161614
6 - 10 18 16 14 12
10-1216161412
12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended

• OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used
outdoors, use only extension cords intended for use outdoors and
so marked.

• STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do
not operate tool when you are tired.

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• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, 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 conditions 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 instruction
manual. Have defective switches replaced by authorized service
center. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Motor

Your DEWalt tool is powered by a DEWalt-built motor. Be sure your power
supply agrees with the nameplate marking.

Volts 50/60 Hz or “AC only” means your tool must be operated on
alternating current and never with direct current.

Voltage decrease of more than 10% will cause loss of power and
overheating. D

EWalt tools are factory tested; if this tool does not operate,

check power supply.

Switch

Depress the trigger switch to turn the tool on. Releasing the trigger
turns the tool off. To lock the trigger in the on position for continuous
operation, depress the trigger, push in the lock button on the left
side of the handle, and then release the trigger. To release the
locking mechanism, depress trigger fully, then release it.

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Operation

1. For accurate work, be sure material to be cut is anchored firmly.

2. Grasp tool and turn switch on.

3. WITHOUT LETTING BLADES ENGAGE THE MATERIAL,
position tool so that the material rests on the top of the front edge
of the shoe.

4. Line up tool with the cutting line and advance tool into the
material. Use a firm forward pressure when cutting, but do not
force the tool.

NOTE: If tool does not cut efficiently, check the following: dull
blades, blades incorrectly set, material which exceeds the rated
capacity of the tool.

Blade Adjustment

TURN OFF TOOL AND DISCONNECT FROM POWER SUPPLY
BEFORE ADJUSTING BLADES.

HORIZONTAL CLEARANCE: The setting of the horizontal

clearance between blades depends upon the capacity of the tool and
the thickness of the material being cut. When cutting sheet steel,
clearance should not be over .009". When cutting lighter material, the
clearance should be reduced in proportion.

VERTICAL CLEARANCE: Position the moving blade at the top of its
stroke. Adjust the vertical clearance so that the material to be cut can
be inserted 1/2 way into the “V” shaped opening.

NOTE: After adjusting horizontal and vertical clearances, rotate fan
manually to ensure that the blades do not interfere during any portion
of the stroke.

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Full Warranty

DEWALT heavy duty industrial tools are warranted for one year from
date of purchase. We will repair, without charge, any defects due to
faulty materials or workmanship. For warranty repair information,
call 1-800-4-D

EWAL T. 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, D

EWALT tools are covered by our:

30 DAY NO RISK SATISFACTION GUARANTEE

If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of your
DEWALTheavy duty industrial tool, simply return it to the participating
seller within 30 days for a full refund. Please return the complete unit,
transportation prepaid. Proof of purchase may be required.

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Maintenance

Shears should be cleaned, inspected, and lubricated at a DEWALT
certified service center every 2-6 months depending on usage.

Inspect carbon motor brushes frequently by unplugging tool,
removing the brush inspection caps, and withdrawing the brush and
spring assembly. Replace the assembly when the brushes are worn
down to the line closest to the spring, or when spring exerts
insufficient pressure to hold brush against commutator. Keep brushes
clean and sliding freely in their guides.

An oiling cap is located at the top front of the tool. Each time before
operating, and every 3 hours during operation, add 20 to 30 drops of
SAE 20W or 30W oil to the tool by depressing the ball valve in the
oiling cap.

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.

Important

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.

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