User Manual

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Variable Speed Trigger Switch (Fig. E)
Lock‑off Button and Trigger switch
Your saw is equipped with a lock‑off button
2
.
To lock the trigger switch, press the lock‑off button on the
left. Always lock the trigger switch
1
when carrying or storing
the tool to eliminate unintentionalstarting.
To unlock the trigger switch, press the lock‑off button on the
right. Pull the trigger switch to turn the motor ON. Releasing the
trigger switch turns the motorOFF.
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WARNING: This tool has no provision to lock the switch
in the ON position, and should never be locked ON by any
othermeans.
The variable speed trigger switch will give you added versatility.
The further the trigger is depressed the higher the speed of
thesaw.
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CAUTION: Use of very slow speed is recommended only
for beginning a cut. Prolonged use at very slow speed may
damage yoursaw.
Worklight (Fig. A)
There is a worklight
9
located on the end of the tool near the
shoe. The worklight is activated when the trigger switch is
depressed. When the trigger is released, the worklight will stay
illuminated for up to 20seconds.
NOTE: The worklight is for lighting the immediate work surface
and is not intended to be used as a flashlight.
Blade Installation and Removal (Fig. C, F)
Different blade lengths are available. Use the appropriate blade
for the application. The blade should be longer than 90mm and
should extend past the shoe and the thickness of the workpiece
during the cut. Do not use jigsaw blades with thistool.
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WARNING: Cut hazard. Blade breakage may occur if the
blade does not extend past the shoe and the workpiece
during the cut. Increased risk of personal injury, as well as
damage to the shoe and workpiece mayresult.
To Install Blade into Saw
1. Twist open the blade clamp
3
to its full openposition.
2. Insert battery pack into the charger as described in the
charger section of thismanual.
Fuel Gauge Battery Packs (Fig.B)
Some DeWALT battery packs include a fuel gauge which
consists of three green LED lights that indicate the level of
charge remaining in the batterypack.
To actuate the fuel gauge, press and hold the fuel gauge
button
12
. A combination of the three green LED lights will
illuminate designating the level of charge left. When the level
of charge in the battery is below the usable limit, the fuel gauge
will not illuminate and the battery will need to berecharged.
NOTE: The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on
the battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality and is
subject to variation based on product components, temperature
and end‑userapplication.
Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack
from the Tool (Fig. J)
NOTE: Make sure your battery pack
6
is fullycharged.
To Install the Battery Pack into the Tool Handle
1. Align the battery pack
6
with the rails inside the tool’s
handle (Fig. J).
2. Slide it into the handle until the battery pack is firmly seated
in the tool and ensure that you hear the lock snap intoplace.
To Remove the Battery Pack from the Tool
1. Press the release button
7
and firmly pull the battery pack
out of the toolhandle.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start‑up can causeinjury.
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WARNING: Use only DeWALT battery packs andchargers.
Description (Fig. A, B)
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WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it.
Damage or personal injury couldresult.
1
Variable speed trigger switch
2
Lock‑off button
3
Blade clamp
4
Pivoting shoe
5
Hand grip
6
Battery pack
7
Battery release button
8
Main handle
9
Worklight
10
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Intended Use
Your DCS382 cordless reciprocating sabre saw has been
designed for professional sawing of wood, metal and tubes. The
compact design permits cutting extremely close to the edge of
difficultareas.
DO NOT use under wet conditions or in the presence of
flammable liquids orgases.
This reciprocating saw is a professional powertool.
DO NOT let children come into contact with the tool.
Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use
thistool.
• Young children and the infirm. This appliance is not
intended for use by young children or infirm persons
withoutsupervision.
• This product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) suffering from diminished physical, sensory or
mental abilities; lack of experience, knowledge or skills
unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should never be left alone with thisproduct.