DeWalt D25032 Original Instructions Manual page 11

4. Pull on the bit to check if it is properly locked. The
hammering function requires the bit to be able to move
axially several centimetres when locked in the tool holder.
5. To remove a bit, pull back the tool holder sleeve
pull out the bit.

WARNING: Always wear gloves when you change
accessories. The exposed metal parts on the tool and
accessory may become extremely hot during operation.
Fitting the Side Handle (Fig. D)
The side handle 8 can be fitted to suit both right-handed and
left-handed users.

WARNING: Do not use the tool without the side handle
properly assembled.
1. Loosen the side handle.
2. For right-handed users: Slide the side handle clamp over
the collar behind the tool holder, handle at the left.
For left-handed-users: Slide the side handle clamp over
the collar behind the tool holder, handle at the right.
3. Rotate the side handle to the desired position and tighten
the handle.
Side Handle Work light (Fig. E)
D25144
The side handle on the D25144 has a work light
battery powered and operated by using the on/off button
To replace the worklight's batteries (CR2032 x 2):
1. Remove battery door screw
2. Replace the battery with the positive face
pointing outwards.
3. Close the battery compartment and secure the screw.
Setting the Drilling Depth (Fig. F)
1. Insert the required drill bit as described above.
2. Press the depth rod button
3. Fit the depth adjustment rod
depth stop clamp.
4. Adjust the drilling depth as shown.
5. Release the depth stop clamp.
Reversing Lever (Fig. G)
The forward/reverse lever 3
the hammer for backing out fasteners or jammed bits in the
drill-only function.

CAUTION: When reversing to clear jammed bits, be ready
for strong reactive torque.
To reverse the hammer, turn it off and align the forward/reverse
lever 3 with the yellow arrow pointing backward.
To position the lever for forward operation, turn the hammer
off and align the forward/reverse lever
pointing forward.
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. The light is
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as shown in Figure E.
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and keep it depressed.
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7 through the hole in the
is used to reverse the rotation of
with the yellow arrow
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Fitting the Chuck Adapter and Chuck
Optional Accessory
D25032, D25033, D25133, D25143
and
Screw the chuck onto the threaded end of
the chuck adapter.
1. Insert the connected chuck and adapter in the tool as
though it were a standard SDS Plus bit.
2. To remove the chuck, proceed as for removing a standard
SDS Plus bit.

WARNING: Never use standard chucks in the
hammerdrilling mode.
Replacing the SDS Plus Tool Holder with the
Keyless Chuck (Fig. H)
D25134, D25144
1. Turn the locking collar
pull the SDS Plus Tool Holder
2. Push the keyless chuck
locking collar
To replace the keyless chuck with the SDS Plus tool holder, first
remove the keyless chuck the same way the tool holder was
removed. Then place the tool holder the same way the keyless
chuck was placed, making sure to turn the locking collar to the
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locking position.

WARNING: Never use standard chucks in the
hammerdrilling mode.
Replacing the Dust Cover (Fig. A)
The dust cover
Replace a worn dust cover immediately.
1. Pull back the tool holder locking sleeve
dust cover
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2. Fit the new dust cover.
3. Release the tool holder locking sleeve.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use

WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicable regulations.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect tool from power
source before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. Be sure the
trigger switch is in the OFF position. An accidental start-up
can cause injury.

WARNING:
• Always observe the safety instructions and
applicable regulations.
• Be aware of the location of pipework and wiring.
• Apply only a gentle pressure to the tool (approx. 5
kg). Excessive force does not speed up drilling but
decreases tool performance and may shorten tool life.
into the unlocking position and
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6 off.
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to the locking position.
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prevents dust ingress into the mechanism.
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off.
English
10 and pull the
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