Use and Care Manual
  4. Contact work surface, applying forward pressure to drive screw 
until depth locator contacts the work surface. Screwgun will 
ratchet automatically, disengaging bit from screw.
 5. This depth sensitive screwgun is suitable for driving drywall 
screws.
FOR THIS DEPTH SENSITIVE CLUTCH PLEASE REMEMBER:
  •  The bit will not turn until pressure is applied to the unit. Push to 
engage.
  •  Trigger switch will not depress unless tool is in either forward or 
reverse position.
MAINTENANCE
 WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off 
and disconnect it from power source before installing and 
removing accessories, before adjusting or when making 
repairs. An accidental start-up can cause injury.
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.
CHARGER CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
 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.
NOSECONE MAINTENANCE (FIG. 1, 5)
If the nose cone (D) becomes hard to turn it may be contaminated 
with drywall dust. 
  1. Remove nose cone from tool.
 2. Rinse thoroughly with warm water while rotating both screw 
depth adjustment collar (B) and locking collar (C). Never use oil or 
solvents.
  3. Dry the nosecone completely before reattaching to tool.
Accessories
 WARNING:  Since accessories, other than those offered by 
D
EWALT, have not been tested with this product, use of such 
accessories with this tool could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of 
injury, only D
EWALT 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 D
EWALT 
Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21286, 
call 1-800-4-D
EWALT (1-800-433-9258) or visit our website: www.
dewalt.com.
Repairs
The charger and battery pack are not serviceable. 
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance 
and adjustment (including brush inspection and replacement) should 
be performed by a D
EWALT factory service center, a DEWALT 
authorized service center or other qualified service personnel. Always 
use identical replacement parts.
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