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Instruction Manual
Guide D’utilisation
Manual de instrucciones
DCMW290
40V MAX* Cordless Mower
Tondeuse sans fil 40V MAX*
Podadora inalámbrica 40V MAX*
final page size: 8.5 x 5.5 in

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English (original instructions) 1
Français (traduction de la notice d’instructions originale) 16
Español (traducido de las instrucciones originales) 33

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English (original instructions)
Definitions: Safety Alert Symbols and Words
This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert you to hazardous situations and your risk
of personal injury or propertydamage.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or seriousinjury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or seriousinjury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderateinjury.
(Used without word) Indicates a safety relatedmessage.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in propertydamage.
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
seriousinjury.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the
instructionmanual.
If you have any questions or comments about this or
any
DeWALT
tool, call us toll free at: 1-800-4-
DeWALT
(1-800-433-9258).
1 ON-OFF Switch box
2 ON-OFF button
3 Safety key
4 Handle
5 Bail handle
6 Handle locks
7 Handle brackets
8 Handle storage detent holes
9 Battery port cover
10 Cut height adjust lever
11 Rear door cover
12 Grass collection bag
13 Grass collection bag handle
14 Upper carrying handle
15 Lower carrying handle
Fig. A
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IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce risk of injury:
• Before any use, be sure everyone using this tool
reads and understands all safety instructions and
other information contained in thismanual.
• Save these instructions and review frequently prior
to use and in instructingothers.
WARNING: When using battery powered lawn
mowers, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
personal injury, including thefollowing.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFE PRACTICES FOR
WALK‑BEHIND MOWERS
DANGER: This mower is capable of amputating
hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to
observe the following safety instructions could result
in serious injury ordeath.
General Operation
1 . Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
mower and in the instruction manual beforestarting.
2 . Do not put hands or feet near or under the mower. Keep
clear of the discharge opening at alltimes.
3 . Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate thismower.
4 . Clear the area where the mower is to be used of objects
such as rocks, sticks, wire, toys, bones, etc., which could
be thrown by the blade. Objects struck by the blade can
cause severe injury to persons. Stay behind the handle
when the motor isrunning.
5 . Be sure the area surrounding the mower is clear of
bystanders before operating. All bystanders and pets
should be kept at a safe distance. Stop the mower if
anyone enters the area surrounding themower.
6 . Do not operate mower barefooted or while wearing
sandals. Always wear substantialfootwear.
7 . Do not pull mower backward unless absolutely necessary.
Always look down and behind before and while
movingbackward.
8 . Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid
discharging material against a wall or obstruction.
Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Release
bail handle to turn mower off and stop the blade when
crossing gravelsurfaces.
9 . Do not operate mower without the entire grass catcher,
discharge guard, rear guard, or other safety protective
devices in place and working. Periodically check all guards
and safety protective devices to ensure they are in good
working order and will operate properly and perform their
intended function. Replace a damaged latch, guard or
other safety device before furtheruse.
10 . Never leave a running mowerunattended.
11 . Always release the bail handle to stop the motor and wait
until the blade comes to a complete stop and remove the
safety key and battery pack before cleaning the mower,
removing the grass catcher, un-clogging the discharge
guard, when leaving the mower, or before making any
adjustments, repairs orinspections.
12 . Operate mower only in daylight or good artificial light
when objects in the path of the blade are clearly visible
from the operating area of themower.
13 . Do not operate mower while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs, or when you are tired or ill. Always stay
alert, watch what you are doing, and use commonsense.
14 . Avoid dangerous environments. Never operate mower in
damp or wet grass, never use mower in the rain. Always
be sure of your footing; walk; neverrun.
15 . Disengage the drive system, if so equipped, before starting
themotor.
16 . If the mower should start to vibrate abnormally, release
the bail handle, wait for the blade to stop and remove
the safety key and battery pack, then check for the cause
immediately. Vibration is generally a warning oftrouble.
17 . Always wear proper eye and respiratory protection when
operating themower.
18 . The use of any accessory or attachment not recommended
for use with this mower could be hazardous. Only use
accessories approved by
DeWALT
.
19 . Never overreach while operating the mower. Always be
sure to keep proper footing and balance at all times while
operating themower.
Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents,
which can result in severe injury. Operation on all slopes
requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not
mowit.
1 . Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
onslopes.
2 . Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall
accident. Tall grass can hideobstacles.
3 . Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes. Poor
footing could cause a slip and fallaccident.
4 . Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
You could lose your footing orbalance.
Children
1 . Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
the mower and the mowing activity. Never assume that
children will remain where you last sawthem.
2 . Keep children out of the mowing area and under
the watchful care of a responsible adult other than
theoperator.
3 . Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters thearea.
4 . Never allow children to operate themower.

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5 . Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child
General Service
1 . Never operate mower in a closedarea.
2 . Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in
safe workingcondition.
3 . Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operationregularly.
4 . Keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.
Allow mower to cool beforestoring.
5 . If you strike a foreign object, release bail handle to turn
mower off, wait for the blade to stop and remove the
safety key and battery pack, then inspect the mower.
Repair, any damage, before starting and operating
themower.
6 . Never make any adjustments or repairs with the motor
running or while the safety key and battery pack are in
themower.
7 . Always remove safety key and battery pack before
adjusting, cleaning, repairing, inspecting, transporting,
storing or leaving themower.
8 . Under normal usage, the grass catcher components are
subject to deterioration and wear. Before each use of
the mower, check the grass catcher components and
the discharge guard and when necessary replace with
DeWALT
recommended partsonly.
9 . Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves,
and use extra caution when servicingthem.
10 . Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels,
asnecessary.
The following are explanations of important safety
hazard pictorials on themower.
User must read and understand the
instructionmanual.
To avoid the risk of serious injury do not
mow up and down slopes. Always mow
acrossslopes.
To avoid the risk of injury to bystanders keep
all persons and pets at a safe distance from the
mower whileoperating.
Rotating blades can cause serious injury.
Keep hands and feet clear of mower deck and
discharge opening at all times. Always be
sure blade has stopped (wait for the blade to
stop rotating (approximately 3 seconds) after
releasing bail handle and removing the safety
key and battey pack) before removing and
replacing grass catcher, cleaning, servicing,
transporting or lifting themower.
Objects struck by mower blade can cause
serious injury. Stay behind the handle when the
motor is running. Always ensure persons and
pets are clear of the discharge from the mower
while operating. Always inspect mowing area
before mowing and remove objects that could
be thrown by blade. Release bail handle to
turn mower off and wait for the blade to stop
rotating (approximately 3 seconds) before
crossing walk, roads, patio and graveldrives.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL TOOLS
• THIS TOOL CAN BE DANGEROUS. Follow all warnings
and Safety Instructions in this manual. The operator is
responsible for following warnings and instructions in
this manual and on unit. Restrict use of this mower to
persons who read, understand and follow warnings and
instructions in this manual and onunit.
• Avoid dangerous environment – don’t use lawn
mowers in damp or wetlocations.
• Don’t Use InRain.
• Keep Children Away – All visitors should be kept a safe
distance from workarea.
• Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves
and footwear is recommended when workingoutdoors.
• Use Safety Glasses – Always use face or dust mask if
operation isdusty.
• Use Right Appliance – Do not use lawn mower for any
job except that for which it isintended.
• CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the
mower, a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check for alignment
of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect
their operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized
service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in
thismanual.
• REPAIRS AND SERVICE. Repairs, maintenance and
any adjustments not specified in this manual should be
performed by
DeWALT
authorized service centers or other
qualified service organizations, always using identical
replacementparts.
ADDITIONAL WARNINGS FOR MOWERS
DANGER:
• Avoid dangerous environment – don’t use lawn
mowers in damp or wetlocations.
• Don’t Force Lawn Mower – It will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it wasdesigned.
• Don’t Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at
alltimes.
• Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
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• Store Idle Lawn Mower Indoors – When not in use,
lawn mower should be stored in an indoor dry and locked-
up place – out of reach of children. Remove safety key and
batterypack.
• Maintain Lawn Mower With Care – Keep cutting edges
sharp and clean for best and safestperformance.
• Keep guards in place and in workingorder.
• Keep bladessharp.
• Keep hands and feet away from cuttingarea.
• Objects struck by the lawn mower blade can cause
severe injuries to persons. The lawn should always
be carefully examined and cleared of all objects prior to
eachmowing.
• If lawn mower strikes a foreign object, follow
thesesteps:
1. Stop lawn mower. Release the bailhandle.
2. Remove battery pack and safetykey.
3. Inspect fordamage.
4. Repair any damage before restarting and
operating the lawnmower.
• Use identical replacement bladesonly.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Additional Safety Warnings
WARNING: Some dust created by this product
contains chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
• compounds in fertilizers
• compounds in insecticides, herbicides and
pesticides
• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated
lumber
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved
safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially
designed to filter out microscopicparticles.The label on your
tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their
definitions are asfollows:
V.........................volts
Hz .......................hertz
min.....................minutes
or DC......direct current
......................Class I Construction
(grounded)
…/min.............. per minute
BPM....................beats per minute
IPM.....................impacts per minute
RPM....................revolutions per
minute
sfpm ...................surface feet per
minute
SPM....................strokes per minute
A.........................amperes
W........................watts
or AC........... alternating current
or AC/DC.... alternating or
direct current
......................Class II
Construction
(double insulated)
no.......................no load speed
n.........................rated speed
......................earthing terminal
..................... safety alert symbol
..................... visible radiation
..................... wear respiratory
protection
..................... wear eye
protection
..................... wear hearing
protection
..................... read all
documentation
BATTERY AND CHARGERS
The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton.
Before using the battery pack and charger, read the
safety instructions below and then follow charging
proceduresoutlined. When ordering replacement battery
pack, be sure to include the catalog number andvoltage.
Your tool uses a
DeWALT
charger. Be sure to read all safety
instructions before using your charger. Consult the chart
at the end of this manual for compatibility of chargers and
batterypack.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Packs
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all
instructions for the battery pack, charger and
power tool. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/
or seriousinjury.
• Do not charge or use the battery pack in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Inserting or removing the battery
pack from the charger may ignite the dust orfumes.
• NEVER force the battery pack into the charger. DO
NOT modify the battery pack in any way to fit into
a non-compatible charger as battery pack may
rupture causing serious personal injury. Consult
the chart at the end of this manual for compatibility of
batteries andchargers.
• Charge the battery packs only in designated
DeWALT
chargers.
• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or otherliquids.
• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in
locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 104°F (40°C) (such as outside sheds or metal
buildings in summer). For best life store battery packs in
a cool, drylocation.
NOTE: Do not store the battery packs in a tool with
the trigger switch locked on. Never tape the trigger
switch in the ONposition.
• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is
severely damaged or is completely worn out. The
battery pack can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and
materials are created when lithium ion battery packs
areburned.
• If battery contents come into contact with the skin,
immediately wash area with mild soap and water. If
battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open
eye for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical
attention is needed, the battery electrolyte is composed of
a mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithiumsalts.
• Contents of opened battery cells may cause
respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air. If symptoms
persist, seek medicalattention.
WARNING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be
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WARNING: Fire hazard. Never attempt to open the
battery pack for any reason. If the battery pack case
is cracked or damaged, do not insert into the charger.
Do not crush, drop or damage the battery pack. Do
not use a battery pack or charger that has received a
sharp blow, been dropped, run over or damaged in
any way (e.g., pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer,
stepped on). Damaged battery packs should be
returned to the service center forrecycling.
Transportation
WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store or carry the
battery pack so that metal objects can contact
exposed battery terminals. For example, do
not place the battery pack in aprons, pockets, tool
boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose
nails, screws, keys, etc. Transporting batteries
can possibly cause fires if the battery terminals
inadvertently come in contact with conductive
materials such as keys, coins, hand tools and the
like. The US Department of Transportation Hazardous
Material Regulations (HMR) actually prohibit
transporting batteries in commerce or on airplanes in
carry-on baggage UNLESS they are properly protected
from short circuits. So when transporting individual
battery packs, make sure that the battery terminals
are protected and well insulated from materials that
could contact them and cause a shortcircuit.
Fuel Gauge Battery Packs (Fig. B)
Some
DeWALT
battery packs include a fuel gauge which
consists of three green LED lights that indicate the level of
charge remaining in the batterypack.
The fuel gauge is an indication of approximate levels of
charge remaining in the battery pack according to the
followingindicators:
75–100% charged
51–74% charged
< 50% charged
Pack needs to be charged
To actuate the fuel gauge, press and hold the fuel gauge
button. A combination of the three green LED lights will
illuminate designating the level of charge left. When the
level of charge in the battery is below the usable limit, the
fuel gauge will not illuminate and the battery will need to
berecharged.
Fig. B
NOTE: The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left
on the battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality
and is subject to variation based on product components,
temperature and end-userapplication.
For more information regarding fuel gauge battery packs,
please call 1-800-4-
DeWALT
(1-800-433-9258) or visit our
website www.dewalt.com.
The RBRC® Seal
The RBRC® (Rechargeable Battery
Recycling Corporation) Seal on the nickel
cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-
ion batteries (or battery packs) indicates
that the costs to recycle these batteries
(or battery packs) at the end of their useful life have already
been paid by
DeWALT
. In some areas, it is illegal to place
spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion
batteries in the trash or municipal solid waste stream and
the Call2Recycle® program provides an environmentally
consciousalternative.
Call 2 Recycle, Inc., in cooperation with
DeWALT
and other
battery users, has established the program in the United
States and Canada to facilitate the collection of spent nickel
cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries. Help
protect our environment and conserve natural resources by
returning the spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride
or lithium-ion batteries to an authorized
DeWALT
service
center or to your local retailer for recycling. You may also
contact your local recycling center for information on
where to drop off the spent battery. RBRC® is a registered
trademark of Call 2 Recycle,Inc.
Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Chargers
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all
instructions for the battery pack, charger and
power tool. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/
or seriousinjury.
• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with
any chargers other than the ones in this manual.
The charger and battery pack are specifically designed to
worktogether.
• These chargers are not intended for any uses other
than charging
DeWALT
rechargeable batteries.
Any other uses may result in risk of fire, electric shock
orelectrocution.
• Do not expose the charger to rain orsnow.
• Pull by the plug rather than the cord when
disconnecting the charger. This will reduce the risk of
damage to the electric plug andcord.
• Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not
be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subjected
to damage orstress.
• Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely
necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in
risk of fire, electric shock orelectrocution.
• When operating a charger outdoors, always provide
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for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use
reduces the risk of electricshock.
• An extension cord must have adequate wire size
(AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The smaller
the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity
of the cable, that is, 16 gauge has more capacity than 18
gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in loss of power and overheating. When using
more than one extension to make up the total length,
be sure each individual extension contains at least the
minimum wire size. The following table shows the correct
size to use depending on cord length and nameplate
ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The
lower the gauge number, the heavier thecord.
Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet
(meters)
120 V 25 (7.6) 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7)
240 V 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 200 (61.0) 300 (91.4)
Ampere Rating
American Wire Gauge
More
Than Not More
Than
0 6 18 16 16 14
610 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not Recommended
• Do not place any object on top of the charger or
place the charger on a soft surface that might block
the ventilation slots and result in excessive internal
heat. Place the charger in a position away from any heat
source. The charger is ventilated through slots in the top
and the bottom of thehousing.
• Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord
orplug.
• Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp
blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged in any
way. Take it to an authorized servicecenter.
• Do not disassemble the charger; take it to an
authorized service center when service or repair
is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of
electric shock, electrocution orfire.
• Disconnect the charger from the outlet before
attempting any cleaning. This will reduce the risk of
electric shock. Removing the battery pack will not reduce
thisrisk.
• NEVER attempt to connect 2 chargerstogether.
• The charger is designed to operate on standard
120V household electrical power. Do not attempt to
use it on any other voltage. This does not apply to the
vehicularcharger.
WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to
get inside the charger. Electric shock mayresult.
WARNING:Burn hazard. Do not submerge the
battery pack in any liquid or allow any liquid to
enter the battery pack. 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.
CAUTION: Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury,
charge only
DeWALT
rechargeable battery packs.
Other types of batteries may overheat and burst
resulting in personal injury and propertydamage.
NOTICE: Under certain conditions, with the charger
plugged into the power supply, the charger can
be shorted by foreign material. Foreign materials
of a conductive nature, such as, but not limited to,
grinding dust, metal chips, steel wool, aluminum
foil or any buildup of metallic particles should be
kept away from the charger cavities. Always unplug
the charger from the power supply when there is no
battery pack in the cavity. Unplug the charger before
attempting toclean.
Wireless Certifications and Safety Information
• This device is CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)compliant.
• This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and
Industry Canada License-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
ʵ This device may not cause harmful interference, and
ʵ This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesiredoperation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
followingmeasures:
ʵ Reorient or relocate the receivingantenna.
ʵ Increase the separation between the equipment
andadaptor.
ʵ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the adaptor isconnected.
ʵ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician forhelp.
• Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly
approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s
authority to operate the device. This Class B digital
apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
• Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter
may only operate using an antenna of a type and
maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by
Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference
to other users, the antenna type and its gain should
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power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for
successfulcommunication.
• To comply with FCC and Industry Canada RF radiation
exposure limits for general population, the antenna used
for this device must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna ortransmitter.
Charging a Battery (Fig. C)
1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before
inserting batterypack.
19
Fig. C
2. Insert the battery pack 19 into the charger, making sure
the battery pack is fully seated in the charger. The red
(charging) light will blink continuously indicating that
the charging process hasstarted.
3. The completion of charge will be indicated by the red
light remaining ON continuously. The battery pack is
fully charged and may be used at this time or left in the
charger.
NOTE: To ensure maximum performance and life of lithium-
ion battery packs, charge the battery pack fully before
firstuse.
Charger Operation
Refer to the indicators below for the charge status of the
batterypack.
Indicator Light Operation
Charging
Fully Charged
Hot/Cold Pack Delay
Problem Pack or Charger
The compatible charger(s) will not charge a faulty battery
pack. The charger will indicate faulty battery pack by
refusing to light or by displaying a problem pack or charger
blinkpattern.
NOTE: This could also mean a problem with acharger.
If the charger indicates a problem, take the charger and
battery pack to be tested at an authorized servicecenter.
Hot/Cold Pack Delay
When the charger detects a battery pack that is too hot
or too cold, it automatically starts a Hot/Cold Pack Delay,
suspending charging until the battery pack has reached an
appropriate temperature. The charger then automatically
switches to the pack charging mode. This feature ensures
maximum battery packlife.
A cold battery pack will charge at a slower rate than a warm
battery pack. The battery pack will charge at that slower rate
throughout the entire charging cycle and will not return to
maximum charge rate even if the battery packwarms.
Electronic Protection System
Li-Ion tools are designed with an Electronic Protection
System that will protect the battery pack against
overloading, overheating or deepdischarge.
The tool will automatically turn off if the Electronic
Protection System engages. If this occurs, place the lithium-
ion battery pack on the charger until it is fullycharged.
Charger Cleaning Instructions
WARNING: Shock hazard. Disconnect the charger
from the AC outlet before cleaning. Dirt and grease
may be removed from the exterior of the charger using
a cloth or soft non-metallic brush. Do not use water or
any cleaningsolutions.
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 +104°F (+40°C). This is important
and will prevent serious damage to the batterypack.
2. The charger and battery pack may become warm to the
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 operation of 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 the 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 effect on the batterypack.
5. Foreign materials of a conductive nature such as, but
not limited to, grinding dust, metal chips, 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 the charger
before attempting toclean.
6. Do not freeze or immerse the charger in water or any
otherliquid.

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Storage Recommendations
1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry, away
from direct sunlight and excess heat orcold.
2. For long storage, it is recommended to store a fully
charged battery pack in a cool dry place out of the
charger for optimalresults.
NOTE: Battery packs should not be stored completely
depleted of charge. The battery pack will need to be
recharged beforeuse.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE USE
COMPONENTS (FIG. A)
WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part
of it. Damage or personal injury couldresult.
Refer to Figure A at the beginning of this manual for a
complete list ofcomponents.
Intended Use
This lawn mower has been designed for professional lawn
mowingapplications.
DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of
flammable liquids orgases.
This lawn mower is a professional lawn care appliance.
DO NOT let children come into contact with the tool.
Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use
thistool.
ASSEMBLY
DANGER: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off, remove safety key, and
remove battery pack before assembly, making
any adjustments or removing/installing
attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up
can causeinjury.
Adjusting Handle Height (Fig. D, E)
The mower is shipped in storage mode. You will need to
adjust the handle to operating position beforecontinuing.
1. To unlock the handle4 from storage position, pull and
twist a half turn the two handle locks6 located on both
sides of the handle as shown in Fig.D .
2. R aise the handle to operatingposition.
3. Locate the two handle detent holes 16 located on the
handle brackets 7 as shown in Fig. E.
4. Adjust the handle to the position that best fits the
operator and lock the handle in place by untwisting the
handle locks6 allowing them to snap into the desired
detentholes.
Fig. D
6
4
Fig. E
16
7
Grass Collection Bag (Fig. F)
DANGER: Remove safety key and battery pack before
removing mulching insert, and when opening rear
door cover and installingbag.
1. Ensure the mulching insert22 (Fig. G) is removed from
the mower beforeproceeding to step2.
2. Lift the rear door cover11 and place the grass
collection bag12 onto the mower so the bag
hooks18 rest on the lugs21 as shown in Fig. F. Then
lower the rear doorcover.
Fig. F
11
12
18
21
Grass Mulching Insert (Fig. G)
DANGER: Remove safety key and battery pack
before removing collection bag, and when installing
mulchinginsert.
1. Ensure the the grass collection bag12 is notattached
beforeproceeding to step2.

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2. Lift the rear door cover11 and slide the mulching
insert22 fully into the mower as shown in Fig.G.
3. Ensure the rear door cover is down before turning
moweron.
Fig. G
22
Rear Discharge
DANGER: Remove safety key and battery pack before
removing collection bag, and mulchinginsert.
1. To operate mower in rear discharge mode remove both
the bag and the mulchinginsert.
2. Be sure rear door cover is down for reardischarge.
NOTE: The rear door is shaped in such a way that the
opening (at the bottom) cannot be completely closedoff.
OPERATION
DANGER: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off, remove safety key, and
remove battery pack before making any
adjustments or removing/installing attachments
or accessories. An accidental start-up can
causeinjury.
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
(Fig. H)
DANGER: MAKE CERTAIN THE SAFETY KEY IS
REMOVED TO PREVENT ACTUATION BEFORE
REMOVING OR INSTALLINGBATTERY.
NOTE: For best results, make sure the battery pack is
fullycharged.
To Install Battery Pack
1. Lift and hold the battery port cover9 up to expose the
battery port23.
2. Slide a battery pack19 into the battery port until an
audible click is heard (Fig. H). Make sure the battery pack
is fully seated and fully latched intoposition.
3. Close the battery port cover. Ensure the cover is fully
closed before startingmower.
To Remove Battery Pack
1. Open the battery port cover9 as describedabove.
2. Depress the battery release button20 on the battery
pack and pull battery pack19 out oftool.
Fig. H
20
23
9
19
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MOWER
Refer to Figure A at the beginning of this manual for a complete
list ofcomponents. Save this manual for futurereference.
DANGER: Sharp moving blade. Do not operate
the mower in mulching mode if the rear door is not
closed under spring tension as serious injury could
result. Take your mower to the nearest service center
forrepair.
DANGER: Do not operate mower unless handle is
locked intoposition.
DANGER:
Sharp moving blade. Never operate the
mower in bagging mode unless the hanger hooks on
the grass catcher are seated properly on the mower and
the rear discharge door rests firmly against the top of
the grass catcher as serious injury couldresult.
WARNING: Let the mower work at its own pace. Do
notoverload.
Adjusting Mower Height (Fig. I)
The height of cut is adjusted by the cut height adjustlever.
NOTE: If you are not sure which height to cut, begin
mowing with the cut height adjustment lever10
positioned towards the rear of the appliance and adjust the
height down as needed, as shown in Fig.I.
To Set the Height of Cut
1. Pull the cut height adjustment lever10 out of the
locking notch17.
2. Move the lever towards the rear of the appliance to raise
the height ofcut.
3. Move the lever towards the front of the appliance to
lower the height ofcut.
4. Push the height adjustment lever into one of the
lockingnotches.

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Fig. I
10
17
Safety Key (Fig. J)
DANGER: Sharp moving blade. In order to prevent
accidental start-up or unauthorized use of your
Cordless Mower, a removable safety key3 has been
incorporated into the design of your mower. The
mower will be completely disabled when the safety
key has been removed from themower.
NOTE: The safety key has a tether rope to allow for
storage on a nail, out of the reach of children. Do not
tether safety key tomower.
DANGER: Rotating blades can cause serious
injury. To prevent serious injury, remove safety
key and battery pack when unattended, or when
charging, cleaning, servicing, transporting,
lifting, or storingmower.
Fig. J
3
Starting Mower (Fig. K, L)
DANGER: Sharp moving blade. Never attempt
to override the operation of this switch box and
safety key system as serious injury couldresult.
NOTE: Mower is operational when battery and safety key
areinstalled.
1. Insert safety key3 into the ON-OFF switch box1 until
it is fully seated inside housing as shown in Fig. K. The
mower is nowoperational.
2. Your mower is equipped with a special ON-OFF switch
box1 . To operate the mower, push and hold the
ON-OFF button2 on the ON-OFF switch box1, then
pull the bail handle5 to the handlebar as shown
in Fig.L. Once the mower starts you can release
theON-OFFbutton.
3. To turn the mower OFF, release the bailhandle5 .
WARNING: Never attempt to lock a switch or bail
handle in the ONposition.
NOTE: Once the bail handle has returned to the original
position it will activate the “Automatic Braking Mechanism”.
The motor is mechanically braked and the mower blade will
stop rotating in three seconds orless.
Fig. K
3 1
Fig. L 5
2
1
Mower Overload
To prevent damage due to overload conditions, do not try
to remove too much grass at one time. Slow down your
cutting pace, or raise the cutheight.
Storage (Fig. A, M)
DANGER: Rotating blade can cause serious injury.
Release bail handle5 to turn mower off, remove
safety key, and remove battery before lifting,
transporting, or storing the mower. Store in a
dryplace.
CAUTION: Pinch point. To avoid being pinched, keep
fingers away from area around handle brackets when
folding downhandles.
CAUTION: Make sure cord does not become stretched
or pinched in the area between the handle and handle
bracket during folding. This can cause damage to
thecord.
The handle of the mower can be easily folded down for
quick and convenientstorage.
1. To unlock the handle4 pull the two handle locks6,
located on both sides of the handle, and twist a
halfturn.
2. Fold the handle to the front of the mower as shown in
Fig.M.
3. Locate the handle storage detent holes located on the
handle brackets7 as shown in Fig. M.

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4. Lock the handle in place by untwisting the handle
locks6 allowing them to snap into the storage detent
holes and ensure the handle is firmlylatched as shown
in Fig.M.
Fig. M
6
6
4
7
Carrying the Mower (Fig. A, N)
DANGER: Rotating blades can cause serious
injury. To prevent serious injury, remove safety
key and battery pack when unattended, or when
charging, cleaning, servicing, transporting,
lifting, or storingmower.
• The mower can be carried using the convenient carry
handles14,15 as shown in Fig. N. DO NOT attempt to
lift the mower by grasping the main handle4.
Fig. N
14
15
4
Mowing Tips
WARNING: ALWAYS INSPECT AREA WHERE
MOWER IS TO BE USED AND REMOVE ALL
STONES, STICKS, WIRE, BONES, AND OTHER
DEBRIS WHICH MIGHT BE THROWN BY THE
ROTATINGBLADE.
WARNING: Mow across the face of slopes, never
up-and-down. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction on slopes. Do not mow excessively
steep slopes. Always maintain goodfooting.
1. Release bail handle to turn mower “OFF” when crossing
any gravel area (stones can be thrown by theblade).
2. Set mower at highest cutting height when mowing
in rough ground or in tall weeds. Removing too much
grass at one time can cause the motor to be overloaded
and to stop. Refer toTroubleshooting.
3. If a grass collection bag12 is used during the fast
growing season, the grass may tend to clog up at the
discharge opening. Release bail handle to turn mower
off, remove the safety key and battery pack. Remove the
catcher and shake the grass down to the back end of
the bag. Also clean out any grass or debris which may
be packed around the discharge opening. Replace the
grasscatcher.
4. If mower should start to vibrate abnormally, release bail
handle to turn mower off, remove the safety key and
battery pack. Check immediately for cause. Vibration
is a warning of trouble. Do not operate mower until a
service check has been made. Refer to troubleshooting
section inthismanual.
5. For best cutting results, keep blade sharpened
andbalanced.
6. Inspect and thoroughly clean mower after each use as a
deck with caked grass will degradeperformance.
7. ALWAYS RELEASE BAIL HANDLE TO TURN MOWER
OFF, REMOVE SAFETY KEY AND BATTERY PACK
WHEN LEAVING IT UNATTENDED EVEN FOR A
SHORT PERIOD OFTIME.
The following suggestions will help you to obtain
optimum run time from your cordless mower:
• Slow down in areas where the grass is especially
long orthick.
• Avoid mowing when the grass is wet from rain or
dew-soaked.
• Cut your lawn frequently, especially during high
growthperiods.
NOTE: It is recommended that your mower be
recharged after use to prolong the battery life.
Frequent charging will not harm your battery, and
will ensure that the battery is fully charged and ready
for its next use. Storing battery not fully charged will
shorten batterylife.
MAINTENANCE
DANGER: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off, remove safety key, and
remove battery pack before making any
adjustments or removing/installing attachments
or accessories. An accidental start-up can
causeinjury.
Removing and Installing Blade (Fig. O ‑ Q)
DANGER: RISK OF INJURY. WHEN REASSEMBLING
THE BLADE SYSTEM, ENSURE EACH PART IS
REINSTALLED CORRECTLY, AS DESCRIBED BELOW.
IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OF THE BLADE OR OTHER PARTS
OF THE BLADE SYSTEM MAY CAUSE SERIOUSINJURY.
DANGER: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off, remove safety key, and
remove battery pack before making any
adjustments or removing/installing attachments
or accessories. An accidental start-up can
causeinjury.
1. Cut a piece of 2x4 wood24 (about 2 feet long)
(610mm) to keep blade from turning when removing
the flange nut 25.

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WARNING: Use gloves and proper eye protection.
Turn the mower on its side. Be careful of sharp edges
of blade.
2. Position wood and unscrew flange nut 25 counterclockwise
with a 18mm wrench 26 as shown in Fig.O.
3. Remove square metal blade spacer 27, square plastic
blade insulator 28 and blade 29 as shown in Fig. P.
The blade fan30 should not be removed. Examine all
pieces for damage and replace ifnecessary.
4. Install sharpened or new blade29 on shoulder31 of
the blade fan30 as shown in Fig.P.
NOTE: When replacing sharpened or new blade on
shoulder31 of blade fan30, make sure the “GRASS SIDE”
on the blade will be facing the ground when the mower is
returned to its normal uprightposition.
5. Install the plastic blade insulator28 on the blade such
that the raised lips on one side engage the edges of
theblade.
6. Install the blade spacer27 so that it sits inside the
raised lips on the other side of the blade insulator. Be
sure to align the flats in the hole of the blade spacer
with the flats of the shaft, rotating the blade and blade
insulator together as necessary.
7. Position piece of wood to keep blade from turning as
shown in Fig. Q. Install flange nut25 with the flange
against the blade spacer27 and securely tighten the
blade 29 with a wrench 26.
Fig. O
24
26
25
Fig. P
25
27
28
29
30
31
25
Fig. Q
29
26
24
Blade Sharpening
KEEP BLADE SHARP FOR BEST MOWER PERFORMANCE. A
DULL BLADE DOES NOT CUT GRASSCLEANLY.
WARNING: Use gloves and proper eye protection
while removing, sharpening, and installing blade.
Ensure that safety key and battery pack are removed.
Sharpening the blade twice during a mowing season is
usually sufficient under normal circumstances. Sand causes
the blade to dull quickly. If your lawn has sandy soil, more
frequent sharpening may berequired. REPLACE BENT OR
DAMAGED BLADEIMMEDIATELY.
When Sharpening the Blade:
• Make sure blade remainsbalanced.
• Sharpen blade at the original cuttingangle.
• Sharpen cutting edges on both ends of blade, removing
equal amounts of material from bothends.
To Sharpen Blade in a Vise: (Fig. R)
1. Be sure the bail handle is released, the blade has
stopped and safety key and battery pack are removed
before removing theblade.
2. Remove blade from mower. See instructions for
Removing and InstallingBlade.
3. Secure blade29 in a vise32.
4. Wear proper eye protection and gloves and be careful
not to cutyourself.
5. Carefully file the cutting edges of the blade with a fine
tooth file33 or sharpening stone, maintaining the
angle of the original cuttingedge.
6. Check balance of blade. See instructions for
BladeBalancing.
7. Replace blade on mower and tightensecurely.

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Fig. R
32
29
33
Blade Balancing (Fig. S)
Check balance of the blade29 by placing center hole in
the blade over a nail or round screwdriver34, clamped
horizontally in a vise32. If either end of the blade rotates
downward, file along the sharp edge of that dropping end.
Blade is properly balanced when neither enddrops.
Fig. S 29
32
34
Lubrication
No lubrication is necessary. Do not oil the wheels. They have
plastic bearing surfaces which require nolubrication.
Cleaning
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with
clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk
of eye injury, always use ANSI Z87.1 (CAN/CSA Z94.3)
approved eye protection and NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA
approved respiratory protection when performingthis.
WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh
chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts of
the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic
materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened
only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid
get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool
into aliquid.
Release bail handle5 to turn mower off, let the blade come
to a stop and then remove battery and safety key. Clean
out any clippings which may have accumulated on the
underside of the deck. After several uses, check all exposed
fasteners fortightness.
Corrosion
Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain agents which
greatly accelerate the corrosion of metals. If you mow in
areas where fertilizers or chemicals have been used, the
mower should be cleaned immediately afterward as follows:
Release bail handle5 to turn mower off and remove
battery and safety key. Wipe all exposed parts with a
dampcloth.
CAUTION: Do not pour or spray water on the mower
in an attempt to clean IT. Do not store the tool on or
adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals. Such storage can
cause rapidcorrosion.
Meets CPSC Safety Requirements
DeWALT
Mowers conform to the safety standards of
the American National Standards Institute, and the U.S.
Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Blade turns
when the motor isrunning.
Accessories
WARNING: Since accessories, other than those
offered by
DeWALT
, have not been tested with this
product, use of such accessories with this tool could be
hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only
DeWALT
recommended accessories should be used with
thisproduct.
Recommended accessories for use with your tool
are available at extra cost from your local dealer or
authorized service center. If you need assistance in
locating any accessory, please contact
DeWALT
Industrial
Tool Co., 701East Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21286, call
1-800-4-
DeWALT
(1-800-433-9258) or visit our website:
www.dewalt.com.
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, when
applicable) should be performed by a
DeWALT
factory
service center or a
DeWALT
authorized service center.
Always use identical replacementparts.
Register Online
Thank you for your purchase. Register your product nowfor:
• WARRANTY SERVICE: Registering your product will
help you obtain more efficient warranty service in case
there is a problem with yourproduct.
• CONFIRMATION OF OWNERSHIP: In case of
an insurance loss, such as fire, flood or theft, your
registration of ownership will serve as your proof
ofpurchase.
• FOR YOUR SAFETY: Registering your product will
allow us to contact you in the unlikely event a safety
notification is required under the Federal Consumer
SafetyAct.
Register online at www.dewalt.com/register.

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Three Year Limited Warranty
DeWALT
will repair, without charge, any defects due to
faulty materials or workmanship for three years from
the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover part
failure due to normal wear or tool abuse. For further detail
of warranty coverage and warranty repair information,
visit www.dewalt.com or call 1-800-4-
DeWALT
(1-800-
433-9258). This warranty does not apply to accessories
or damage caused where repairs have been made
or attempted by others. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS
GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND EXCLUDES ALL INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so these limitations may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have
other rights which vary in certain states orprovinces.
In addition to the warranty,
DeWALT
tools are covered
byour:
1 YEAR FREE SERVICE
DeWALT
will maintain the tool and replace worn parts
caused by normal use, for free, any time during the first year
afterpurchase.
3 YEARS FREE SERVICE ON DEWALT BATTERY PACKS
DCB404, DCB406, DCB407
NOTE: Battery warranty voided if the battery pack is
tampered with in any way.
DeWALT
is not responsible
for any injury caused by tampering and may prosecute
warranty fraud to the fullest extent permitted bylaw.
90 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE
If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of
your
DeWALT
Power Tool, Laser, or Nailer for any reason, you
can return it within 90 days from the date of purchase with
a receipt for a full refund – no questionsasked.
LATIN AMERICA: This warranty does not apply to products
sold in Latin America. For products sold in Latin America,
see country specific warranty information contained in
the packaging, call the local company or see website for
warrantyinformation.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning
labels become illegible or are missing, call 1-800-4-
DeWALT
(1-800-433-9258) for a freereplacement.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
DANGER: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn unit off, remove safety key, and remove battery
pack before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up
can causeinjury.
If you have any questions or comments about this or any
DeWALT
tool, call us toll free at:
1-800-4-
DeWALT
(1-800-433-9258).
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Mower doesn’t run when bail
handle isactivated
• Check to make sure safety key has been installed and is fully seated and that
button on switch housing is being completely depressed before pulling
bailhandle.
• Release bail handle to turn mower off. Remove safety key and battery pack, turn
mower over and check that blade is free toturn.
• Check that the battery cavity is free of debris and is connectedproperly.
• Has battery been fully charged? Press state of chargebutton.
Motor stops whilemowing • Release bail handle to turn mower off. Remove safety key and battery pack. Turn
mower over and check that blade is free toturn.
• Raise cutting height of wheels to highest position and startmower.
• Check that the battery cavity is free of debris and is connectedproperly.
• Has battery been fully charged? Press state of chargebutton.
• Avoid overloading the mower. Slow down the cutting pace, or raise the
cutheight.
Mower runs but cutting
performance is unsatisfactory, or
does not cut entirelawn
• Has battery been fully charged? Press state of chargebutton.
• Release bail handle to turn mower off. Remove safety key and battery pack. Turn
mower over and check:
-Blade for sharpness - Keep bladesharp.
-Deck and discharge chute forclogging.
• Wheel height adjustment may be set too low for grass condition. Raise
cuttingheight.
Mower is too hard topush • Release bail handle to turn mower off. Remove safety key and battery pack.
Raise cutting height to reduce deck drag on grass. Check each wheel for
freerotation.
Mower is abnormally noisy
andvibrates
• Release bail handle to turn mower off. Remove safety key and battery pack. Turn
mower on side and check blade to ensure it has not been bent or damaged. If
blade is damaged, replace with a
DeWALT
replacement blade. If the underside
of the deck is damaged, return mower to a
DeWALT
Authorized servicecenter.
• If there is no visible damage to the blade and the mower still vibrates: Release
bail handle to turn mower off. Remove safety key and battery pack. Disassemble
entire blade assembly as described in the Removing and Installing Blade
section. Remove any debris and clean each piece. Replace each piece as
described in the Removing and Installing Blade section. If mower still vibrates,
return the mower to an authorized
DeWALT
authorized servicecenter.
Mower not picking up clippings
withbag
• Chute clogged. Release bail handle to turn mower off. Remove safety key and
battery pack. Clear chute of grassclippings.
• Raise cutting height of wheels to shorten length of thecut.
• Bag full. Empty bag moreoften.

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Définitions : symboles et termes d'alarmes sécurité
Ces guides d'utilisation utilisent les symboles et termes d'alarmes sécurité suivants pour vous prévenir de situations
dangereuses et de risques de dommages corporels oumatériels.
DANGER: indique une situation dangereuse imminente qui, si elle n’est pas évitée, entraînera la mort ou des
blessuresgraves.
AVERTISSEMENT: indique une situation potentiellement dangereuse qui, si elle n’est pas évitée, pourrait entraîner la
mort ou des blessuresgraves.
ATTENTION: indique une situation potentiellement dangereuse qui, si elle n’est pas évitée, pourrait entraîner des
blessures légères oumodérées.
(Si utilisé sans aucun terme) Indique un message propre à lasécurité.
AVIS : indique une pratique ne posant aucun risque de dommages corporels mais qui par contre, si rien n’est fait
pour l’éviter, pourrait poser des risques de dommagesmatériels.
AVERTISSEMENT! lire tous les avertissements de
sécurité et toutes les directives. Le non-respect des
avertissements et des directives pourrait se solder
par un choc électrique, un incendie et/ou une
blessuregrave.
AVERTISSEMENT : afin de réduire le risque de
blessures, lire le mode d’emploi del’outil.
Pour toute question ou remarque au sujet de cet outil
ou de tout autre outil
DeWALT
, composez le numéro
sans frais : 1-800-4-
DeWALT
(1-800-433-9258).
Français (traduction de la notice d’instructions originale)
Fig. A
5
4
6
13
12
3
6
11
9
10
8
1
8
14
15
7
7
2
1 BOÎTIER DE commande
2 BOUTON marche-arrêt
3 Clé de sûreté
4 Poignée
5 Anse
6 Verrous de la poignée
7 Supports de la poignée
8 Trous des crans de rangement de la
poignée
9 Capot du logement des blocs-piles
10 Levier de réglage de la hauteur de coupe
11 Capot de la porte arrière
12 Sac de collecte du gazon
13 Poignée du sac de collecte du gazon
14 Poignée de transport supérieure
15 Poignée de transport inférieure

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AVERTISSEMENTS DE SÉCURITÉ
IMPORTANTS ET INSTRUCTIONS
AVERTISSEMENT: afin de réduire le risque de
blessure :
• Avant toute utilisation, assurez-vous que toutes
les personnes qui utiliseront cet outil lisent et
comprennent toutes les consignes de sécurité
et les autres renseignements compris dans le
présentmanuel.
• Sauvegarder les présentes instructions et les passer
en revue fréquemment avant d’utiliser l’outil et
d’instruire d’autres personnes au travailsécuritaire.
AVERTISSEMENT: lors de l’utilisation de tondeuses à
gazon alimentées par piles, les mesures de précaution
de base devraient toujours être prises pour réduire le
risque d’incendie, de choc électrique et de blessures,
incluant ce quisuit.
LISEZ TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS
PRATIQUES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
POUR LES TONDEUSES POUSSÉES
DANGER: cette tondeuse peut amputer les mains
et les pieds et projeter des objets. Ne pas respecter les
instructions de sécurité suivantes pourrait entraîner
une blessure grave ou lamort.
Fonctionnement général
1 . Lisez, comprenez et suivez toutes les instructions sur
la tondeuse et dans le manuel d'instructions avant
lecommencer.
2 . Ne pas mettre les mains ou les pieds près de ou sous la
tondeuse. Tenez-vous éloigné de l’ouverture d'éjection en
touttemps.
3 . Autoriser seulement des adultes responsables, qui
connaissent bien les instructions, à utiliser cettetondeuse.
4 . Libérez la zone où la tondeuse est utilisée de tout objet
comme des roches, des bâtons, un fil, des jouets, des
os, etc., qui pourrait être projeté par la lame. Les objets
frappés par la lame peuvent causer une blessure grave
à des personnes. Restez derrière la poignée lorsque le
moteurfonctionne.
5 . Assurez-vous que des passants ne sont pas dans la zone
entourant la tondeuse. Tous les passants et les animaux
doivent être tenus à une distance sécuritaire. Arrêtez la
tondeuse si toute personne entre dans la zone entourant
latondeuse.
6 . Ne pas utiliser la tondeuse pieds nus ou si vous portez des
sandales. Portez toujours des chaussuressolides.
7 . Ne pas tirer la tondeuse vers l’arrière à moins que ce ne soit
absolument nécessaire. Regardez toujours vers le bas et
derrière avant de déplacer vers l'arrière.
8 . Ne jamais diriger la matière rejetée vers quiconque. Évitez
de rejeter la matière contre un mur ou une obstruction.
La matière peut ricocher vers l’utilisateur. Relâchez l’anse
pour éteindre la tondeuse et arrêter la lame lorsque vous
croisez des surfaces engravier.
9 . Ne pas utiliser la tondeuse sans le sac à herbe entier, le
protecteur d’éjection, le protecteur arrière ou d’autres
dispositifs de protection en place et qui fonctionnent.
Vérifiez régulièrement tous les protecteurs et les dispositifs
de protection de sécurité afin d’assurer qu’ils sont en
bon état de marche, qu’ils fonctionneront correctement
et qu’ils effectueront leur fonction prévue. Remplacez
un verrou, un protecteur ou autre dispositif de sécurité
endommagé avant toute utilisationultérieure.
10 . Ne jamais laisser la tondeuse en marche sanssupervision.
11 . Relâchez l’anse pour arrêter le moteur et attendez jusqu’à
ce que la lame s’arrête complètement et retirez la clé
de sûreté et le bloc-piles avant de nettoyer la tondeuse,
retirer le sac à herbe, désobstruer la protection d’éjection,
lorsque vous laissez la tondeuse ou avant d’effectuer tout
ajustement, toute réparation ou touteinspection.
12 . Utilisez la tondeuse seulement à la lumière du jour ou une
bonne lumière artificielle lorsque les objets dans le trajet
de la lame sont clairement visibles de la zone d’utilisation
de latondeuse.
13 . Ne pas utiliser la tondeuse sous l’influence de l’alcool
ou de drogues, ou lorsque vous êtes fatigué ou malade.
Demeurez toujours vigilant, regardez ce que vous faites et
faites preuve de bonsens.
14 . Évitez les environnements dangereux. Ne jamais utiliser
la tondeuse dans du gazon humide ou mouillé, ne
jamais utiliser la tondeuse sous la pluie. Assurez-vous
toujours que vos pieds sont bien d’aplomb; marchez; ne
jamaiscourir.
15 . Débrayez la système d’entraînement, si la tondeuse en est
munie, avant de démarrer lemoteur.
16 . Si la tondeuse devait démarrer en vibrant de façon
anormale, relâchez l’anse, attendez que la lame s’arrête
et retirez la clé de sûreté et le bloc-piles, puis vérifiez
immédiatement la cause. La vibration est généralement
un avertissement deproblème.
17 . Portez toujours une protection respiratoire et oculaire
appropriée lorsque vous utilisez latondeuse.
18 . L'utilisation de tout accessoire ou toute pièce non
recommandé(e) pour l’utilisation avec cette tondeuse
pourrait être dangereuse. Utilisez seulement des
accessoires approuvés par
DeWALT
.
19 . Ne jamais vous étirer lorsque vous utilisez la tondeuse.
Maintenez vos pieds bien d'aplomb sur le sol et un bon
équilibre en tout temps lorsque vous utilisez latondeuse.
Utilisation sur une pente
Les pentes sont un facteur important lié aux accidents de
glissements et de chutes qui peuvent entraîner une blessure
grave. L’utilisation sur toutes les pentes nécessite une prudence
accrue. Si vous vous sentez mal à l’aise sur une pente, ne la
tondezpas.
1 . Tondez en vous déplaçant en travers des pentes; jamais
vers le haut ou vers le bas. Soyez très prudent lorsque vous
changez de direction sur lespentes.
2 . Surveillez les trous, les ornières, les bosses, les roches ou
d’autres objets cachés. Un terrain inégal pourrait entraîner

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un glissement et une chute accidentelle. L’herbe haute
peut cacher desobstacles.
3 . Ne pas tondre sur de l’herbe mouillée ou des pentes très
raides. Si vos pieds ne sont pas d’aplomb, cela pourrait
entraîner un glissement et une chuteaccidentelle.
4 . Ne pas tondre près des descentes abruptes, des fossés
ou des talus. Vous pourriez perdre votre aplomb ou
votreéquilibre.
Enfants
1 . Des accidents tragiques peuvent se produire si l’utilisateur
ne fait pas attention à la présence des enfants. Les enfants
sont souvent attirés par la tondeuse et l’activité de tonte.
Ne jamais présumer que les enfants demeureront à
l’endroit où vous les avez vus la dernièrefois.
2 . Gardez les enfants hors de la zone de tonte et sous la
vigilance d’un adulte responsable autre que l’utilisateur.
3 . Soyez alerte et éteignez la tondeuse si un enfant entre
dans lazone.
4 . Ne jamais autoriser les enfants à utiliser latondeuse.
5 . Soyez très prudent lorsque vous approchez les tournants
sans visibilité, les arbustes, les arbres ou autres objets que
peuvent vous empêcher de voir un enfant
Service général
1 . Ne jamais utiliser la tondeuse dans un endroitfermé.
2 . Gardez tous les écrous et les boulons serrés afin
de vous assurer que l’équipement est en état de
fonctionnementsécuritaire.
3 . Ne jamais modifier les dispositifs de sécurité. Vérifiez leur
propre fonctionnementrégulièrement.
4 . Gardez la tondeuse libre de toute herbe, feuille ou autre
accumulation de débris. Laissez refroidir la tondeuse
avant de l’entreposer.
5 . Si vous frappez un objet étranger, relâchez l’anse pour
éteindre la tondeuse, attendez que la lame s’arrête et
retirez la clé de sûreté et le bloc-piles, puis inspectez la
tondeuse. Réparez tout dommage avant de démarrer et
d’utiliser latondeuse.
6 . Ne jamais effectuer tout ajustement ou toute réparation
avec le moteur en marche ou pendant que la clé de sûreté
et le bloc-piles sont dans latondeuse.
7 . Retirez toujours la clé de sûreté et le bloc-piles avant
d’ajuster, de nettoyer, de réparer, d’inspecter, de
transporter, d’entreposer ou de laisser latondeuse.
8 . En conditions d’utilisation normale, les composantes du
sac à herbe sont assujetties à la détérioration et à l’usure.
Avant chaque utilisation de la tondeuse, vérifiez les
composantes du sac à herbe et le protecteur d’éjection et
remplacez-les au besoin avec les pièces recommandées
DeWALT
seulement.
9 . Les lames de la tondeuse sont tranchantes. Enveloppez
la lame ou portez des gants et soyez très prudent lorsque
vous l'entretenez.
10 . Conservez ou remplacez les étiquettes d’instructions et de
sécurité aubesoin.
Les éléments suivants sont des explications des
symboles de danger et sécurité importants sur
latondeuse.
L’utilisateur doit litre et comprendre le manuel
d'instructions.
Afin d’éviter le risque de blessure grave, ne pas
tondre les pentes vers le haut et vers le bas.
Tondez toujours en travers depentes.
Afin d’éviter le risque de blesser les passants,
gardez toutes les personnes et tous les animaux
à une distance sécuritaire de la tondeuse
durant l’utilisation.
Les lames en rotation peuvent causer de graves
blessures. Gardez les mains et les pieds loin
du châssis de la tondeuse et de l’ouverture
d’éjection en tout temps. Assurez-vous toujours
que la lame est arrêtée (attendez que la lame
cesse de tourner (environ 3 secondes) après
avoir relâché l’anse et retiré la clé de sûreté et
les blocs-piles) avant de retirer et remplacer le
sac à herbe, nettoyer, entretenir, transporter ou
lever latondeuse.
Les objets frappés par la lame de la tondeuse
peuvent causer une blessure grave. Restez
derrière la poignée lorsque le moteur
fonctionne. Assurez-vous toujours que les
personnes et les animaux sont éloignés de
l’éjection provenant de la tondeuse durant
l’utilisation. Inspectez toujours la zone de
tonte avant de tondre et retirez les objets qui
pourraient être projetés par la lame. Relâchez
l’anse pour éteindre la tondeuse et attendez
que la lame cesse de tourner (environ 3
secondes) avant de traverser le trottoir, les
routes, le patio et les entrées engravier.
INSTRUCTIONS ET AVERTISSEMENTS DE
SÉCURITÉ GÉNÉRAUX POUR TOUS LES
OUTILS
• CET OUTIL PEUT ÊTRE DANGEREUX. Suivez tous les
avertissements et toutes les instructions de sécurité
dans ce manuel. L’utilisateur est responsable de suivre
les avertissements et instructions de ce manuel et
sur l’appareil. Limitez l’utilisation de cette tondeuse
aux personnes qui lisent, comprennent et suivent les
avertissements et les instructions de ce manuel et sur
l’appareil.
• Évitez les environnements dangereux. Ne pas utiliser des
tondeuses dans des endroits humides oumouillés.
• Ne pas utiliser sous lapluie.
• Gardez les enfants éloignés. Tous les visiteurs devraient
être gardés à une distance sécuritaire de l’aire detravail.