INSTRUCTION MANUAL D25980-XE HEAVY-DUTY PAVEMENT BREAKER
c. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. 2. ELECTRICAL SAFETY a. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock. b. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation. 5. SERVICE a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. c. Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before plugging in. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. d.
• 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.
FIG. 1 A G FEATURES (FIG. 1) I The D25980 Pavement Breaker has been designed for professional heavy-duty demolition, applications in concrete, brick, stone and other masonry materials. B ON/OFF Switch The weight of the hand will active/deactivate the ON/OFF switch. Firmly grasp pavement breaker while applying pressure with the right hand to turn the pavement breaker on. To turn the tool off, remove the right hand to relieve pressure from the switch.
To Operate WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, only DEWALT recommended accessories should be used with this product. A variety of bits are available from your local retailer. NOTE: Insert bits with the front of tool (G) facing up. FIG. 2A NOTE: Use sharp drill bits only. 1. Insert bit as described in Bits. 2. Standing behind the tool with both hands on the handles, depress the ON/OFF switch to start the tool. Hold handles firmly to control tool. 3.
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra cost from your local service center. If you need any assistance in locating any accessory, please contact DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., 20 Fletcher Road, Mooroolbark, VIC 3138 Australia or call 1800 654 155 or (NZ) 02 259 1111. FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are missing, call (AUS) 1800 654 155 or (NZ) 02 259 1111 for a free replacement.
DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., 20 Fletcher Road, Mooroolbark, VIC 3138 Australia (03 8720 5100) • 5 Te Apunga Place, Mt Wellington, New Zealand (09 259 1111) (APR07) Form No. 496158-00 D25980-XE Copyright © 2007 DEWALT 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.
