Instruction manual

ent 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 automati-
cally 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 bat-
tery 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
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
CAUTION: Engage contact trip lock-off before removing or installing battery.
NOTE: Make sure your battery pack is fully charged.
To install the battery pack into the tool handle, align the base of the tool with the notch inside the tool’s handle and
slide the battery pack firmly into the handle until you hear the lock snap into place.
To remove the battery pack from the tool, press the release buttons (M) and firmly pull the battery pack out of the tool
handle. Insert it into the charger as described in the charger manual (Fig. 4).
COMPONENTS
Refer to Figure 1 for a complete list of components.
OPERATION
Mode Selection
WARNING: Always wear eye and ear protection when operating tool.
The D
EWALT cordless nailers are assembled in accordance with the ANSI Standard SNT-101-2002.
Before operating this tool, look at the selector switch to determine the actuation mode. Read all instructions before
selecting actuation mode.
•DEWALT cordless nailers DC613, DC615, DC617, and DC619 are ONLY capable of
operating in sequential action mode (Fig. 5).
SEQUENTIAL ACTION
Use sequential action for intermittent nailing where very careful and accurate placement is
desired.
To operate the nailer in sequential action mode:
1. Flip the switch located on the bodyof the tool just between the trigger and magazine to
the left, as shown in Figure 6.
2. Fully depress nosepiece against the work surface (motor will start).
3. Pull trigger (nail will drive into work surface).
4. Release trigger.
5. Lift nosepiece off work surface.
6. Repeat steps 2 - 4 for next application.
CAUTION: The contact trip needs to be depressed followed by a trigger pull for each nail
followed by a release of both the contact trip and trigger after each nail.
•D
EWALT cordless nailer DC618 is equipped with a bump/sequential selector switch
(Fig. 6).
BUMP ACTION
Bump action is intended for rapid nailing on flat, stationary surfaces.
When using bump action, two methods are available: place actuation and bump actuation.
Flip the switch located on the body of the tool just between the trigger and magazine to the right
as shown in Figure 7.
To operate the tool using the PLACE ACTUATION method:
CAUTION: A nail will fire each time the trigger is depressed as long as the contact trip
remains depressed.
1. Depress the contact trip against the work surface.
2. Depress the trigger.
To operate the tool using the BUMP ACTUATION method:
1. Depress the trigger.
2. Push the contact trip against the work surface. As long as the trigger is depressed, the tool will fire a nail every
time the contact trip is depressed. This allows the user to drive multiple nails in sequence.
CAUTION: Do not keep trigger depressed when tool is not in use. Keep the contact trip lock-off engaged in the locked
position when the tool is not in use.
FIG. 7
FIG. 6
FIG. 5
FIG. 3
FIG. 4
M
Preparing the Tool
NOTE: Bump action nailers are prohibited in some countries.
CAUTION: NEVER spray or in any other way apply lubricants or cleaning solvents inside the tool. This can seriously
affect the life and performance of the tool.
NOTE: The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Follow instructions outlined (see Charging Procedures).
1. Read the Safety Instruction section of this manual.
2. Wear eye and ear protection.
3. Ensure magazine is empty of all fasteners.
4. Check for smooth and proper operation of contact trip and pusher assemblies. Do not use tool if either assembly is
not functioning properly. NEVER use a tool that has the contact trip restrained in the actuated position.
5. Keep tool pointed away from yourself and others.
6. Insert fully charged battery pack.
Using the Contact Trip Lock-off (Fig. 8, 9)
WARNING: Always wear eye and ear protection when operating tool.
Each DEWALT nailer is equipped with a contact trip lock-off (B) which when pulled downward with the lock symbol
showing as shown, prevents the tool from firing a nail.
When the contact trip lock-off is folded in as shown, the tool will be fully operational. The contact trip lock-off should
always be locked off whenever any adjustments are made or when tool is not in immediate use.
NOTE: Tools equipped with selective actuation, when in bump fire mode will allow the motor to start upon trigger pull.
This is normal operation. The contact trip lock-off constrains the contact trip from discharging a nail.
Loading the Tool
CAUTION: Keep tool pointed in a safe direction when loading nails.
CAUTION: Never load nails with the contact trip or trigger activated.
CAUTION: Always remove battery pack before loading or unloading nails.
LOAD AND DRAW METHOD (FIG. 1)
1. Insert fasteners into the rear of the magazine (G).
2. Pull pusher (H) back until the nail follower falls behind the nails.
3. Release the pusher.
LOCK AND LOAD METHOD
CAUTION: Keep fingers clear of pusher to prevent injury.
CAUTION: The contact trip lock-off should always be locked off whenever any adjustments are made or when tool is
not in use.
1. Pull pusher back until it locks.
2. Insert fasteners into the rear of the magazine.
3. Push forward on the pusher until it releases and slides forward.
UNLOADING THE TOOL
CAUTION: The contact trip lock-off should always be locked off whenever any adjustments are made or when tool is
not in use.
1. Pull pusher back until it locks.
2. Tip the tool up until the nails slide freely out the back of the magazine
3. Open the jam clear door on the nosepiece to verify there are no nails remaining.
Adjusting Depth (Fig. 10)
The depth that the fastener is driven can be adjusted using the depth adjustment wheel (C) on the side of the tool.
WARNING: To reduce risk of serious injury from accidental actuation when attempting to adjust depth, ALWAYS:
• Remove battery pack.
• Engage contact trip lock-off.
• Avoid contact with trigger during adjustments.
1. To drive the nail shallower, rotate the depth adjustment wheel (C) counterclockwise. There are six depth settings,
1 being the shallowest and 6 being the deepest.
2. To sink a nail deeper, rotate the depth adjustment wheel (C) clockwise.
Headlights (Fig. 10)
There is a headlight (D) located on each side of the nailer. Headlights turn on upon battery insertion, activation of the trigger,
or depressing the contact trip. The lights will automatically shut off after 10 seconds unless tool remains in use.
NOTE: These headlights are for lighting the immediate work surface and are not intended to be used as flashlights.
LOW BATTERY INDICATOR: The headlights will flash four consecutive times and then shut down to indicate low battery.
JAMMED NAIL INDICATOR: The headlights will flash continually if a nail becomes jammed in the nosepiece (see
Clearing a Jammed Nail).
Clearing a Jammed Nail (Fig. 11)
If a nail becomes jammed in the nosepiece, keep the tool pointed away from you and follow
these instructions to clear:
1. Remove battery pack from tool and engage contact trip lock-off.
2. Pull the pusher back until it locks in place then remove the nails.
3. Lift the jam clearing latch (E) then pull up to open front door (O).
4. Remove bent nail, using pliers if necessary.
5. If driver blade is in the down position, insert screwdriver or other rod into nosepiece and
push driver blade back in position.
6. Close the front door and engage the wireform under the two arms (N) on the nosepiece.
Push latch until it locks in place.
7. Reinsert battery pack.
NOTE: The tool will disable itself and not reset until the battery pack has been removed and reinserted.
8. Reinsert nails into magazine (see Loading the Tool).
9. Release pusher.
NOTE: Should nails continue to jam frequently in nosepiece, have tool serviced by an authorized DEWALT service center.
Cold Weather Operation
When operating tools at temperatures below freezing:
1. Keep tool as warm as possible prior to use.
2. Actuate the tool 5 or 6 times into scrap lumber before using.
Hot Weather Operation
Tool should operate normally. However, keep tool out of direct sunlight as excessive heat can deteriorate bumpers and other
rubber parts resulting in increased maintenance.
Suspension Hook (Fig. 12)
The DEWALT cordless nailers include an integrated suspension hook (J) and can be attached to
either side of the tool to accommodate left- or right-handed users. If the hook is not desired at
all, it can be removed from the tool.
TO REMOVE SUSPENSION HOOK
1. Remove battery pack from tool.
2. To switch the tool from right- to left-hand usage simply remove the screw from the
opposite side of the tool and reassemble on the other side.
J
FIG. 12
E
O
FIG. 11
N
C
D
FIG. 10
B
FIG. 9
B
FIG. 8