Specifications - DeWalt DCS438 Instruction Manual

• Dropped tools will swing on the lanyard, which
could cause injury or loss of balance.
• Do not carry the tool by the attachment point, the
battery strap or the lanyard.
• Do not attach more than one tool to each lanyard.
• Only use appropriate D
attachment kit. NEVER modify tools to create
attachment points.
• Only transfer the tool between hands while
properly balanced in a stable orientation.
• Do not attach lanyards to tool in a way that
keeps guards, switches or lock‑offs from
operating properly.
• Avoid getting tangled in the lanyard.
• Keep lanyard away from the cutting area of
the tool.
• Do not use lanyards or attachment devices to get
additional leverage from the tool.
• Do not use for personal fall protection.
• Falling object hazard! Only change batteries,
accesories and attachments where a dropped
object won't cause a hazard below you. Consult
your Authority Having Jurisdication (AHJ) or site
supervisor for procedures for working at height.
• Do not use the charger or contractor bag at height.
• Use multi‑action or screw gate type carabiners. Do
not use single action spring clip carabiners.
The lanyard ready mounting hole
D WALT Lanyard Ready Attachment Point, available at a
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D WALT service center.
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The lanyard‑ready attachment kit is intended for use by
competent personnel who are trained and knowledgeable
regarding working with tools in and around machinery
and "at height". A lanyard‑ready attachment kit may only
be added to certain models and must be installed by an
authorized service center.
Repairs
The charger and battery pack are not serviceable.

WARNING: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,
repairs, maintenance and adjustment (including brush
inspection and replacement) should be performed by a
D WALT factory service center or a D
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service center. Always use identical replacement parts

SPECIFICATIONS

DCS438
WALT brand lanyard‑ready
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is for mounting the
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WALT authorized
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