DeWalt DW918, DW913, DW917, DW919 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)

General Safety Rules – For All Battery Operated Tools

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

WORK AREA

• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite acci-

dents.

• 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

• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tool. Keep cord away from
heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately.

Damaged cords may create a fire.

• A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be
recharged only with the specified charger for the battery. A charger that may be suit­able for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery.

• Use battery operated tool only with the specifically designed battery pack. Use of any
other batteries may create a risk of fire.

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 per-

sonal 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.

• Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the locked or off position before
inserting battery pack. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or inserting the bat­tery pack into a tool with the switch on invites accidents.

• Remove adjusting keys or wrenches 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 do the
job better and safer at 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 battery pack from tool or place the switch in the locked or off position
before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such
preventative safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

GUIDE D'UTILISATION

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

DW913, DW917, DW918, DW919

Flexible Floodlights

Projecteurs flexibles

Reflectores flexibles

INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS DE SERVICIO Y

PÓLIZA DE GARANTÍA. ADVERTENCIA: LÉASE ESTE

INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO.

Questions? See us on the World Wide Web at www.dewalt.com

DEWALTIndustrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286

(JUL-04) Form No. 626730-00 DW913, DW917, DW918, DW919 Copyright © 2004 D

EWALT

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

• Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dan-

gerous in the hands of untrained users.

• 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

sparks, burns, or a fire.

• 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 misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other

condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If 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 main-

tenance 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 injury.

Safety Rules for Flexible Floodlights

WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE FLASHLIGHT or charger NEAR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS

OR IN GASEOUS OR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES. INTERNAL SPARKS MAY IGNITE
FUMES. Do not expose Flexible floodlight or charger to rain or damp areas.

WARNING: Lens and bulb become hot during use.

• During or immediately after use, don’t lay flexible floodlight flat on lens surface.

• Don’t touch lens surface when bulb is lit or immediately after use.

• Handle flexible floodlight with care around any flammable surface.

• If bulb has been lit, let flexible floodlight cool for several minutes before changing bulb.

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

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

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

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

......direct current

n

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

........Class II Construction …/min ........revolutions or reciprocation per minute

........earthing terminal ..............safety alert symbol

Important Safety Instructions for Battery Packs

Your tool uses a DEWALT battery pack. When ordering replacement battery packs, be sure to
include catalog number and voltage: Extended Run-Time battery packs deliver more run-time
than standard battery packs. Consult the chart at the end of this manual for compatibility of
chargers and battery packs.
NOTE: Your tool will accept either standard or Extended Run Time battery packs. However, be
sure to select proper voltage. Batteries slowly lose their charge when they are not on the
charger, the best place to keep your battery is on the charger at all times.
The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using the battery pack and
charger, read the safety instructions below. Then follow charging procedures outlined.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely damaged or is completely
worn out. The battery pack can explode in a fire.

• A small leakage of liquid from the battery pack cells may occur under extreme usage
or temperature conditions. This does not indicate a failure. However, if the outer seal is

broken and this leakage gets on your skin:

a. Wash quickly with soap and water.
b. Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar.
c. If battery liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water for a minimum of 10 min-

utes and seek immediate medical attention. (Medical note: The liquid is 25-35% solu­tion of potassium hydroxide.)

• Charge the battery packs only in D

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• 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 105°F (such as outside sheds or metal buildings in summer).

DANGER: Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If battery pack case is

cracked or damaged, do not insert into charger. Electric shock or electrocution may result.
Damaged battery packs should be returned to service center for recycling.

NOTE: Battery storage and carrying caps are provided for use whenever the
battery is out of the tool or charger. Remove cap before placing battery in
charger or tool.

WARNING: Do not store or carry battery so that metal objects can con-

tact exposed battery terminals. For example, do not place battery in aprons,

pockets, tool boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose nails, screws,
keys, etc. without battery cap. Transporting batteries can possibly cause fires if the bat-

tery 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 (i.e.,
packed in suitcases and carry-on luggage) UNLESS they are properly protected from short cir­cuits. So when transporting individual batteries, make sure that the battery terminals are pro­tected and well insulated from materials that could contact them and cause a short circuit.

The RBRC™ Seal

The RBRC™ (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation) Seal on the
nickel-cadmium battery (or battery pack) indicates that the costs to recycle the
battery (or battery pack) at the end of its useful life have already been paid by
D

EWALT. In some areas, it is illegal to place spent nickel-cadmium batteries in

the trash or municipal solid waste stream and the RBRC program provides an
environmentally conscious alternative.
RBRC™ in cooperation with D

EWALT and other battery users, has established programs in

the United States to facilitate the collection of spent nickel-cadmium batteries. Help protect our
environment and conserve natural resources by returning the spent nickel-cadmium battery to
an authorized D

EWALT service center or to your local retailer for recycling. You may also con-

tact your local recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent battery.

RBRC™ is a registered trademark of the

Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation.

Important Safety Instructions for Battery Chargers

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: This manual contains important safety instructions for battery
chargers.

• Before using charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on charger, battery
pack, and product using battery pack.

DANGER: 120 volts are present at charging terminals. Do not probe with conductive objects.

Electric shock or electrocution may result.

WARNING: Do not allow any liquid to get inside charger. Electric shock may result.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury, charge only D

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batteries. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.

CAUTION: Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged in to the power supply, the

exposed charging contacts inside the charger can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign mate­rials of a conductive nature such as, but not limited to, 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 charger before attempting
to clean.

• 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 D

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

• Do not expose charger to rain or snow.

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

age to electric plug and cord.

• Make sure that cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or oth-

erwise subjected to damage or stress.

• Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely necessary. Use of improper exten-

sion cord could result in risk of fire, electric shock, or electrocution.

• 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. When using more than one extension to
make up the total length, be sure each individual extension contains at least the minimum
wire size.

Recommended Minimum Wire Size for Extension Cords

Total Length of Cord

25 ft. 50 ft. 75 ft. 100 ft. 125 ft. 150 ft. 175 ft.

7.6 m 15.2 m 22.9 m 30.5 m 38.1 m 45.7 m 53.3 m

Wire Size AWG

18 18 16 16 14 14 12

• Do not place any object on top of 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 charger with damaged cord or plug — have them replaced immediately.

• Do not operate 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 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 household electrical power (120
Volts). Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage. This does not apply to the vehic­ular charger.

Using Automatic Tune-Up™ Mode

The Automatic Tune-Up™ Mode equalizes or balances the individual cells in the battery pack
allowing it to function at peak capacity. Battery packs should be tuned up weekly or after 10
charge/discharge cycles or whenever the pack no longer delivers the same amount of work.
To use the Automatic Tune-Up™, place the battery pack in the charger and leave it for at least
8 hours. The charger will cycle through the following modes.

1. The red light will blink continuously indicating that the 1-hour charge cycle has started.

2. When the 1-hour charge cycle is complete, the light will stay on continuously and will no
longer blink. This indicates that the pack is fully charged and can be used at this time.

3. Whenever the pack is left in the charger after the initial 1-hour charge, the charger will
begin the Automatic Tune-Up™ Mode. This mode continues up to 8 hours or until the indi­vidual cells in the battery pack are equalized. The battery pack is ready for use and can be
removed at any time during the Tune-Up™ Mode.

4. Once the Automatic Tune-Up™ Mode is complete the charger will transition to a main­tenance charge; the indicator light shuts off when the Automatic Tune-Up™ Mode is
complete.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR FUTURE USE

Chargers

Your tool uses a DEWALT charger. Your battery can be charged in DEWALT 1 Hour Chargers,
15 Minute Chargers or Vehicular 12 Volt Charger. Be sure to read all safety instructions before
using your charger. Consult the chart on the back cover of this manual for compatibility of
chargers and battery packs.

Charging Procedure

DANGER: 120 volts are present at charging terminals. Do not probe with conductive objects.

Electric shock or electrocution may result.

1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet as shown in Figure 1.

2. Insert the battery pack into 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
pack is fully charged and may be used at this time or left in the charger.

Indicator Light Operation

Charge Indicators

Some chargers are designed to detect certain problems that can arise with battery packs.
Problems are indicated by the red light flashing at a fast rate. If this occurs, re-insert battery
pack into the charger. If the problem persists, try a different battery pack to determine if the
charger is OK. If the new pack charges correctly, then the original pack is defective and
should be returned to a service center or other collection site for recycling. If the new bat­tery pack elicits the same trouble indication as the original, have the charger tested at an
authorized service center.

HOT/COLD PACK DELAY

Some chargers have a Hot/Cold Pack Delay feature: when the charger detects a battery that
is hot, it automatically starts a Hot Pack Delay, suspending charging until the battery has
cooled. After the battery has cooled, the charger automatically switches to the Pack Charging
mode. This feature ensures maximum battery life. The red light flashes long, then short while
in the Hot Pack Delay mode.

PROBLEM POWER LINE

Some chargers have a Problem Power Line indicator. When the charger is used with some
portable power sources such as generators or sources that convert DC to AC, the charger may
temporarily suspend operation, flashing the red light with two fast blinks followed by a

pause. This indicates the power source is out of limits.
LEAVING THE BATTERY PACK IN THE CHARGER

The charger and battery pack can be left connected with the red light glowing indefinitely. The
charger will keep the battery pack fresh and fully charged.
NOTE: A battery pack will slowly lose its charge when kept out of the charger. If the battery
pack has not been kept on maintenance charge, it may need to be recharged before use. A
battery pack may also slowly lose its charge if left in a charger that is not plugged into an
appropriate AC source.
WEAK BATTERY PACKS: Chargers can also detect a weak battery. Such batteries are still
usable but should not be expected to perform as much work. In such cases, about 10 seconds
after battery insertion, the charger will beep rapidly 8 times to indicate a weak battery condi­tion. The charger will then go on to charge the battery to the highest capacity possible.

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 +105°F (+40.5°C). This is important
and will prevent serious damage to the battery pack.

2. The charger and battery pack may become warm to 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.

FIG. 1 FIG. 2

LENS HOLDER

PORTE-LENTILLE

SUJETADOR DE

LA LENTE

BULB

AMPOULE

BOMBILLA

BATTERY RELEASE BUTTON

BOUTON DE DÉGAGEMENT

DE LA PILE

BOTON DE LIBERACION

DE LA BATERIA

SPARE BULB STORAGE

RANGEMENT DE

L’AMPOULE

DE RECHANGE

COMPARTIMIENTO PARA

BOMBILLA DE

REPUESTO

POWER PACK

(NOT

INCLUDED)
ENSEMBLE

DE PILES

(NON COMPRIS)

BATERIA

(NO INCLUIDA)

SWITCH

INTERRUPTEUR

INTERRUPTOR

3. If the battery pack does not charge properly:
a. Check current at 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 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 affect on the battery pack.

5. Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged into the power supply, the exposed
charging contacts inside the charger can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign materials
of a conductive nature such as, but not limited to, 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 charger before
attempting to clean.

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

WARNING: Don’t allow any liquid to get inside charger. Electric shock may result.
CAUTION: 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.

Installing and Removing the Battery Pack

NOTE: Make sure your battery pack is fully charged.
To insert the power pack into your flexible floodlight, slide it into the end of the light until it snaps
into place. To remove the power pack, depress the release buttons shown and withdraw the
power pack.

Switch

To turn the light on, slide the switch forward. To turn it off, slide the switch back.

Replacing the Light Bulb

Floodlight Cat. No Replacement Bulb Cat. No.

DW913 DW9023
DW917 DW9043
DW918 DW9063
DW919 DW9083
To replace the light bulb, first unscrew the lens holder. Pull the bulb out of the spring, and insert
a new bulb. Reinstall lens holder.

NOTE: Do not look directly into the flexible floodlight beam.

Spare Bulb Storage (Figure 2)

To store a bulb, unscrew the lens holder and remove it. Inside the body of the flexible floodlight
is the storage socket. To remove the bulb, pull it up and out of the storage area.

NOTE: Removing a pack from the charger and immediately inserting it into the flexible floodlight
may weaken bulb life.

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. For warranty repair information, call 1-800-4-D

EWALT.

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:

1 YEAR FREE SERVICE

D

EWALT 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 D

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

SI VOUS AVEZ DES QUESTIONS OU VOULEZ NOUS FAIRE PART DE VOS COMMEN­TAIRES CONCERNANT CET OUTILOU TOUT AUTRE OUTILD

EWALT, COMPOSEZ SANS

FRAIS LE :

1 800 433-9258.

Règles générales de sécurité – Outils à piles

AVERTISSEMENT! Lire et comprendre toutes les directives, car le non-

respect des directives suivantes peut entraîner un choc électrique, un incendie
ou des blessures graves.

CONSERVER CES DIRECTIVES

AIRE DE TRAVAIL

• L’aire de travail doit être propre et bien éclairée. Les établis encombrés et le manque

de lumière peuvent entraîner des accidents.

• Ne pas faire fonctionner des outils électriques dans des atmosphères explosives,
comme en présence de liquides, de gaz et de poussières inflammables. Les outils
électriques produisent des étincelles qui peuvent enflammer la poussière ou les vapeurs.

• Tenir les spectateurs, les enfants et les visiteurs à l’écart lorsqu’on utilise l’outil. Les
distractions peuvent entraîner une perte de maîtrise.

RÈGLES DE SÉCURITÉ RELATIVES À L’ÉLECTRICITÉ

• Manipuler le cordon avec soin. Ne jamais l'utiliser pour transporter l'outil. Tenir le
cordon à l’écart de la chaleur, de l’huile, des arêtes vives ou des pièces mobiles.
Remplacer immédiatement les cordons endommagés, car ils peuvent causer un

incendie.

• Un outil alimenté par piles, doté de piles intégrées ou d'un bloc-piles distinct, doit
être rechargé uniquement au moyen du chargeur indiqué pour la pile. Un chargeur
peut convenir à un type de pile, mais créer un risque d'incendie lorsqu'il est utilisé avec une
autre pile.