DeWalt DW152 User manual

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HEAVY DUTY DRILL DW152/DW153
Congratulations!
You have chosen a DEWALT Power Tool. Years of
experience, thorough product development and
innovation make DEWALT one of the most reliable
partners for professional Power Tool users.
Table of contents
Technical data en - 1
EC-Declaration of conformity en - 1
Safety instructions en - 2
Package contents en - 3
Description en - 3
Electrical safety en - 3
Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only) en - 3
Using an extension cable en - 4
Assembly and adjustment en - 4
Instructions for use en - 5
Maintenance en - 5
Guarantee en - 6
Technical data
DW152 DW153
Voltage V 230 230
(U.K. & Ireland only) V 230/115 230/115
Power input W 1,050 1,050
No load speed
1st gear min
-1
400 165
2nd gear min
-1
800 330
Load speed
1st gear min
-1
280 110
2nd gear min
-1
560 220
Maximum drilling
diameter in steel mm 23 32
Collar diameter mm 53 57
(Euronorm) (Euronorm)
Tool holder morse morse
cone 2 cone 3
Weight kg 7.5 7.9
Fuses:
Europe 230 V tools 10 Amperes, mains
U.K. & Ireland 230 V tools 13 Amperes, in plugs
The following symbols are used throughout this
manual:
Denotes risk of personal injury, loss of life
or damage to the tool in case of non-
observance of the instructions in this
manual.
Denotes risk of electric shock.
Fire hazard.
EC-Declaration of conformity
DW152/DW153
DEWALT declares that these Power Tools have been
designed in compliance with: 89/392/EEC,
89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC, EN 50144,
EN 55104 / EN 55014-2, EN 55014, EN 61000-3-2 &
EN 61000-3-3.
For more information, please contact DEWALT at the
address below, or refer to the back of the manual.
Level of sound pressure according to 86/188/EEC &
89/392/EEC, measured according to EN 50144:
DW152 DW153
L
pA
(sound pressure) dB(A)* 88.5 88.5
L
WA
(acoustic power) dB(A) 93.5 93.5
* at the operator’s ear
Take appropriate measures for the
protection of hearing if the sound
pressure of 85 dB(A) is exceeded.
Weighted root mean square acceleration value
according to EN 50144:
DW152 DW153
< 2.5 m/s
2
< 2.5 m/s
2

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Director Engineering and Product Development
Horst Großmann
DEWALT, Richard-Klinger-Straße 40,
D-65510, Idstein, Germany
Safety instructions
When using Power Tools, always observe the
safety regulations applicable in your country to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury. Read the following safety
instructions before attempting to operate this
product. Keep these instructions in a safe place!
General
1 Keep work area clean
Cluttered areas and benches can cause accidents.
2 Consider work area environment
Do not expose Power Tools to humidity.
Keep work area well lit. Do not use Power Tools
in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
3 Guard against electric shock
Prevent body contact with earthed surfaces
(e.g. pipes, radiators, cookers and refrigerators).
For use under extreme conditions (e.g. high
humidity, when metal swarf is being produced, etc.)
electric safety can be improved by inserting an
isolating transformer or a (FI) earth-leakage circuit-
breaker.
4 Keep children away
Do not let children come into contact with the
tool or extension cord. Supervision is required for
those under 16 years of age.
5 Extension cords for outdoor use
When the tool is used outdoors, always use
extension cords intended for outdoor use and
marked accordingly.
6 Store idle tools
When not in use, Power Tools must be stored in
a dry place and locked up securely, out of reach
of children.
7 Dress properly
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.
They can be caught in moving parts. Preferably
wear rubber gloves and non-slip footwear when
working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering
to keep long hair out of the way.
8 Wear safety goggles
Also use a face or dust mask in case the
operations produce dust or flying particles.
9 Beware of maximum sound pressure
Take appropriate measures for the protection of
hearing if the sound pressure of 85 dB(A) is
exceeded.
10 Secure workpiece
Use clamps or a vice to hold the workpiece. It is
safer and it frees both hands to operate the tool.
11 Do not overreach
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
12 Avoid unintentional starting
Do not carry the plugged-in tool with a finger on
the switch. Be sure that the switch is released
when plugging in.
13 Stay alert
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate the tool when you are tired.
14 Disconnect tool
Shut off power and wait for the tool to come to a
complete standstill before leaving it unattended.
Unplug the tool when not in use, before servicing
or changing accessories.
15 Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
Always check that adjusting keys and wrenches are
removed from the tool before operating the tool.
16 Use appropriate tool
The intended use is described in this instruction
manual. Do not force small tools or attachments
to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. The tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it
was intended.
Warning! The use of any accessory or
attachment or performance of any operation with
this tool, other than those recommended in this
instruction manual may present a risk of personal
injury.
17 Do not abuse cord
Never carry the tool by its cord or pull it to
disconnect from the socket. Keep the cord away
from heat, oil and sharp edges.
18 Maintain tools with care
Keep the tools in good condition and clean for
better and safer performance.

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Follow the instructions for maintenance and
changing accessories. Inspect the tool cords at
regular intervals and, if damaged, have them
repaired by an authorized DEWALT repair agent.
Inspect the extension cords periodically and
replace them if damaged. Keep all controls dry,
clean and free from oil and grease.
19 Check for damaged parts
Before using the tool, carefully check it for
damage to ensure that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check for
misalignment and seizure of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. Have damaged guards
or other defective parts repaired or replaced as
instructed. Do not use the tool if the switch is
defective. Have the switch replaced by an
authorized DEWALT repair agent.
20 Have your tool repaired by an authorized
DEWALT repair agent
This Power Tool is in accordance with the
relevant safety regulations. To avoid danger,
electric appliances must only be repaired by
qualified technicians.
Package contents
The package contains:
1 Heavy duty drill
2 Side handles
1 Breast plate (with fixing bolt)
1 Drift wedge
4 Hexagonal screws
1 Mixing adaptor (DW152)
1 Instruction manual
1 Exploded drawing
• Check for damage to the tool, parts or accessories
which may have occurred during transport.
• Take the time to thoroughly read and understand
this manual prior to operation.
Description (fig. A)
Your DEWALT heavy duty drill has been designed for
professional applications:
DEWALT DW152 drill - heavy duty mixing, thread
tapping and drilling.
DEWALT DW153 drill - heavy duty thread tapping
and drilling.
The tool can be mounted on a drill stand for use as
a stationary tool.
1 ON/OFF-switch
2 Lock-on button
3 Forward/reverse-switch
4 Two gear selector
5 Carrying handle
6 Threaded side handle
(also serving as drift wedge holder)
7 Control side handle
(with additional ON/OFF-switch [1])
8 Tool holder
9 Drift wedge
10 Drift wedge slot
11 Gear housing
12 Breast plate
13 Carbon brush access cover
Electrical safety
The electric motor has been designed for one
voltage only. Always check that the power supply
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
Your DEWALT tool is double insulated in
accordance with EN 50144; therefore no
earth wire is required.
Mains plug replacement
(U.K. & Ireland only)
• Should your mains plug need replacing and you
are competent to do this, proceed as instructed
below. If you are in doubt, contact an authorized
DEWALT repair agent or a qualified electrician.
• Disconnect the plug from the supply.
• Cut off the plug and dispose of it safely; a plug
with bared copper conductors is dangerous if
engaged in a live socket outlet.
• Only fit 13 Amperes BS1363A approved plugs
fitted with the correctly rated fuse (1).
• The cable wire colours, or a letter, will be marked
at the connection points of most good quality
plugs. Attach the wires to their respective points
in the plug (see below). Brown is for Live (L) (2)
and Blue is for Neutral (N) (4).
• Before replacing the top cover of the mains plug
ensure that the cable restraint (3) is holding the
outer sheath of the cable firmly and that the two
leads are correctly fixed at the terminal screws.

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Never use a light socket.
Never connect the live (L) or neutral (N)
wires to the earth pin marked E or .
For 115 V units with a power rating exceeding 1500 W,
we recommend to fit a plug to BS4343 standard.
Using an extension cable
If an extension cable is required, use an approved
extension cable suitable for the power input of this
tool (see technical data). The minimum conductor
size is 1.5 mm2. When using a cable reel, always
unwind the cable completely.
Also refer to the table below.
Conductor size (mm
2
) Cable rating (Amperes)
0.75 6
1.00 10
1.50 15
2.50 20
4.00 25
Cable length (m)
7.5 15 25 30 45 60
Voltage Amperes Cable rating (Amperes)
115 0-2.0 66 66 610
2.1 - 3.4 6 6 6 6 15 15
3.5 - 5.0 6 6 10 15 20 20
5.1 - 7.0 10 10 15 20 20 25
7.1 - 12.0 15 15 20 25 25 -
12.1 - 20.0 20 20 25 - - -
230 0 - 2.0 6 6 6 6 6 6
2.1 - 3.4 6 6 6 6 6 6
3.5 - 5.0 6 6 6 6 10 15
5.1 - 7.0 10 10 10 10 15 15
7.1 - 12.0 15 15 15 15 20 20
12.1 - 20.0 20 20 20 20 25 -
Assembly and adjustment
Prior to assembly and adjustment always
unplug the tool.
Inserting and removing an accessory (fig. A)
This tool uses morse taper type accessories.
• Insert the tapered shank into the tool holder (8).
The accessory will be automatically locked in
position.
• To remove the accessory insert the drift wedge (9)
into the drift wedge slot (10) and strike it with a
hammer. The drift wedge can be stored in the
hollow housing of the threaded side handle (6).
Fitting the side handles (fig. B)
The tool is equipped with two removable side
handles (6 & 7) to operate the drill when it is used as
a hand-held tool.
Threaded side handle
• Screw the handle (6) into position and tighten it.
Control side handle
• Mount the handle (7) onto the gear housing (11)
using the four hexagonal screws (14) provided.
Mounting the breast plate (fig. B)
The breast plate (12) enables optimal control of the
drill when it is used as a hand-held tool.
• Mount the breast plate (12) to the rear end of the
tool using the fixing bolt (15) provided.
When using the drill as a hand-held tool
always make sure that the side handles
and breast plate are properly assembled.
Forward/reverse-switch (fig. A)
The forward/reverse action in both gears enables the
tool to be used for e.g. thread tapping.
• To select forward or reverse rotation use the
forward/reverse-switch (3).
R(Right) : forward rotation
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The direction of rotation must only be
changed when the motor has come to a
complete standstill. A safety device
prevents any change of rotation if the
motor is still switched ON.
Two gear selector (fig. C)
The tool is fitted with a two gear selector (4) to vary
the speed/torque ratio.
• Release the ON/OFF-switch and select the
required position after the motor has come to a
complete standstill.
Ilow speed/high torque
(drilling large holes) (position I)
II high speed/low torque
(drilling smaller holes) (position II)
For speed rates, refer to the technical data.
Do not try to change gears at full speed
or under load.
Mounting the drill onto a drill stand (fig. D)
Your drill can be mounted on a drill stand (optional)
for stationary use.
• Remove the breast plate by loosening the fixing
bolt.
• Remove both side handles.
• Mount the tool onto the drill stand. Make sure to
tighten all fixing bolts provided with the drill stand.
Instructions for use
• Always observe the safety instructions
and applicable regulations.
• Apply only a gentle pressure to the tool.
Excessive force decreases tool
performance and may shorten tool life.
Using the drill as a hand-held tool (fig. A)
• Fit the side handles and the breast plate.
• Insert the appropriate accessory.
• Select the direction of rotation.
• Select the appropriate speed/torque ratio.
• To run the tool, press the ON/OFF-switch (1) in
the control side handle (7).
• To stop the tool, release the ON/OFF-switch.
Always switch OFF the tool when work is finished
and before unplugging.
Stationary use (fig. A)
• Remove the side handles and the breast plate.
• Mount the tool onto a drill stand (shown in fig. D).
• Insert the appropriate accessory.
• Select the direction of rotation.
• Select the appropriate speed/torque ratio.
• To run the tool, press the ON/OFF-switch (1) in
the carrying handle (5).
• If necessary, press the lock-on button (2) for
continuous operation and release the ON/OFF-
switch. The lock-on button works both in forward
and reverse rotation.
• To stop the tool, release the ON/OFF-switch.
• To stop the tool in continuous operation, press the
ON/OFF-switch briefly.Always switch OFF the tool
when work is finished and before unplugging.
Mixing
• For mixing, fit an appropriate mixing accessory.
Do not mix or stir inflammable liquids
labelled accordingly.
Consult your dealer for further information on the
appropriate accessories.
Maintenance
Your DEWALT Power Tool has been designed to
operate over a long period of time with a minimum
of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation
depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
• The heavy duty drill is not user-serviceable.
We recommend to take the tool to a DEWALT
authorized repair agent after approximately
150 hours of use.
Lubrication
Your Power Tool requires no additional lubrication.
Cleaning
Keep the ventilation slots clear and regularly clean
the housing with a soft cloth.