CALL US AT: 1800 444 224 (Aust) or 0800 339 258 (NZ). period. Technical Data Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator from the effects of DCS310-XE vibration such as: maintain the tool and the accessories, keep the hands warm, organisation of work patterns. Voltage 10.8...
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many • Young children and the infirm. This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools. –...
• Air vents often cover moving parts and should be avoided. Loose clothes, • The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts. definitions are as follows: V ....
• Before using charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on charger, WARNING: Fire hazard. Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If battery pack, and product using battery pack. battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not insert into charger. Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack.
• Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug. FIG. 1 • Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to an authorised service center. • Do not disassemble charger; take it to an authorized service center when service or repair is required.
should be kept away from charger cavities. Always unplug the charger from the LEAVING THE BATTERY PACK IN THE CHARGER power supply when there is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug charger before The charger and battery pack can be left connected with the charge indicator showing attempting to clean.
OPERATION 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 WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, lock the trigger switch tool.
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Proper Hand Position (Fig. 4) FIG. 5 WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, ALWAYS use proper hand position as shown. WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a sudden reaction. Proper hand position requires one hand on the hand grip (I), with the other hand on Pivot Release Slider (Fig.
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Different blade lengths are available. Use the appropriate blade for the application. The FIG. 9A FIG. 9C blade should be longer than 89 mm (3-1/2") and should extend past the shoe and the thickness of the workpiece during the cut. A 102 mm (4") blade is recommended for best performance.
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Vertical Mode: Blade teeth face forward as shown in Figure 13B. the work surface (Fig. 11, position 1). The DCS310-XE can accept all lengths of reciprocating blades. For best results use Then, squeeze the trigger switch and 102 mm (4") blades. Ensure the blade extends past the shoe and the thickness of...
Repairs the workpiece during the cut. Use a longer blade if needed. Whenever possible, the saw shoe must be held firmly against the material being cut. This will prevent the saw To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment from jumping or vibrating and minimize blade breakage.