Instruction Manual

Guide D’utilisation
Manual de instrucciones

DCG413
20 V Max* Paddle Switch Small Angle Grinder
Meuleuse à petit angle avec interrupteur à palette Max* 20 V
Esmeriladora de ángulo pequeño de interruptor de paleta
20 V Max*

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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.

Fig. A 11 10

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1 Paddle switch 7 Locking flange

 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.
2 Lock-off lever 8 Guard
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the
3 Spindle lock button 9 Guard release lever instruction manual.
4 Spindle 10 Battery pack
5 Side handle 11 Battery release button
If you have any questions or comments about this or
any DeWALT tool, call us toll free at:
6 Backing flange
1-800-4-DeWALT (1-800-433-9258).

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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce


personal injuries.
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or switch is in the off position before connecting to
serious injury. power source and/or battery pack, picking up or
carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND finger on the switch or energizing power tools that
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE have the switch on invites accidents.
REFERENCE d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains- turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
power tool. result in personal injury.
1) Work Area Safety e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control of
a ) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
the power tool in unexpected situations.
areas invite accidents.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
b ) Do not operate power tools in explosive
jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust
c ) Keep children and bystanders away while
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you
are connected and properly used. Use of dust
to lose control.
collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
2) Electrical Safety
4) Power Tool Use and Care
a ) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
a ) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
power tool for your application. The correct power
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will
which it was designed.
reduce risk of electric shock.
b ) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
b ) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
be repaired.
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c ) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/
c ) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
or the battery pack from the power tool before
conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
making any adjustments, changing accessories,
the risk of electric shock.
or storing power tools. Such preventive safety
d ) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for measures reduce the risk of starting the power
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. tool accidentally.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
d ) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the
the risk of electric shock.
power tool or these instructions to operate the
e ) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of of untrained users.
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
e ) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
electric shock.
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and
f ) If operating a power tool in a damp location any other condition that may affect the power
is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power
interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI tool repaired before use. Many accidents are
reduces the risk of electric shock. caused by poorly maintained power tools.
3) Personal Safety f ) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
a ) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
common sense when operating a power tool. Do less likely to bind and are easier to control.
not use a power tool while you are tired or under g ) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits, etc.
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A in accordance with these instructions, taking
moment of inattention while operating power tools into account the working conditions and the
may result in serious personal injury. work to be performed. Use of the power tool for
b ) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear operations different from those intended could result
eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust in a hazardous situation.
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
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5) Battery Tool Use and Care mounted by flanges, the arbor hole of the
a ) Recharge only with the charger specified by the accessory must fit the locating diameter of the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type flange. Accessories that do not match the mounting
of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used hardware of the power tool will run out of balance,
with another battery pack. vibrate excessively and may cause loss of control.
b ) Use power tools only with specifically designated g) Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may use inspect the accessory such as abrasive
create a risk of injury and fire. wheels for chips and cracks, backing pad for
c ) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away cracks, tear or excess wear, wire brush for loose
from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, or cracked wires. If power tool or accessory
keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects, is dropped, inspect for damage or install an
that can make a connection from one terminal to undamaged accessory. After inspecting and
another. Shorting the battery terminals together may installing an accessory, position yourself and
cause burns or a fire. bystanders away from the plane of the rotating
accessory and run the power tool at maximum
d ) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from
no-load speed for one minute. Damaged
the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally
accessories will normally break apart during this
occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
test time.
additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from
the battery may cause irritation or burns. h) Wear personal protective equipment. Depending
on application, use face shield, safety goggles or
6) Service safety glasses. As appropriate, wear dust mask,
a ) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified hearing protectors, gloves and workshop apron
repair person using only identical replacement capable of stopping small abrasive or workpiece
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power fragments. The eye protection must be capable
tool is maintained. of stopping flying debris generated by various
operations. The dust mask or respirator must
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL be capable of filtrating particles generated by
OPERATIONS your operation. Prolonged exposure to high intensity
noise may cause hearing loss.
Safety Warnings Common for Grinding, i) Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work
area. Anyone entering the work area must wear
Sanding, Wire Brushing or Abrasive personal protective equipment. Fragments of
Cutting-Off Operations workpiece or of a broken accessory may fly away and
a ) This power tool is intended to function as a cause injury beyond immediate area of operation.
grinder, sander, wire brush or cut-off tool. Read j) Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations surfaces only, when performing an operation
and specifications provided with this power tool. where the cutting tool may contact hidden
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may wiring. Contact with a “live” wire will also make
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could
b ) Operations such as polishing are not give the operator an electric shock.
recommended to be performed with this k) Never lay the power tool down until the
power tool. Operations for which the power tool accessory has come to a complete stop. The
was not designed may create a hazard and cause spinning accessory may grab the surface and pull the
personal injury. power tool out of your control.
c ) Do not use accessories which are not specifically l) Do not run the power tool while carrying it at
designed and recommended by the tool your side. Accidental contact with the spinning
manufacturer. Just because the accessory can accessory could snag your clothing, pulling the
be attached to your power tool, it does not assure accessory into your body.
safe operation. m) Regularly clean the power tool’s air vents. The
d ) The rated speed of the accessory must be at least motor’s fan will draw the dust inside the housing and
equal to the maximum speed marked on the excessive accumulation of powdered metal may cause
power tool. Accessories running faster than their electrical hazards.
rated speed can break and fly apart. n) Do not operate the power tool near flammable
e ) The outside diameter and the thickness of your materials. Sparks could ignite these materials.
accessory must be within the capacity rating of o) Do not use accessories that require liquid
your power tool. Incorrectly sized accessories cannot coolants. Using water or other liquid coolants may
be adequately guarded or controlled. result in electrocution or shock.
f ) Threaded mounting of accessories must match
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p ) Do not use Type 11 (flaring cup) wheels on this provided, for maximum control over kickback or
tool. Using inappropriate accessories can result torque reaction during start up. The operator can
in injury. control torque reaction or kickback forces, if proper
q ) Always use side handle. Tighten the handle precautions are taken.
securely. The side handle should always be used to b) Never place your hand near the rotating
maintain control of the tool at all times. accessory. Accessory may kickback over your hand.
r ) When starting the tool with a new or c) Do not position your body in the area where
replacement wheel, or a new or replacement power tool will move if kickback occurs. Kickback
wire brush installed, hold the tool in a well will propel the tool in direction opposite to the wheel’s
protected area and let it run for one minute. If movement at the point of snagging.
the wheel has an undetected crack or flaw, it d) Use special care when working corners, sharp
should burst in less than one minute. If the wire edges etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging the
brush has loose wires, they will be detected. accessory. Corners, sharp edges or bouncing have
Never start the tool with a person in line with the a tendency to snag the rotating accessory and cause
wheel. This includes the operator. loss of control or kickback.
s ) Use of accessories not specified in this manual e) Do not attach a saw chain woodcarving blade
is not recommended and may be hazardous. or toothed saw blade. Such blades create frequent
Use of power boosters that would cause the tool kickback and loss of control.
to be driven at speeds greater than its rated speed
constitutes misuse. Safety Warnings Specific for Grinding and
t ) Use clamps or another practical way to secure Abrasive Cutting-Off Operations
and support the workpiece to a stable platform.
a ) Use only wheel types that are recommended for
Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves
your power tool and the specific guard designed
it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
for the selected wheel. Wheels for which the power
u ) Avoid bouncing the wheel or giving it rough tool was not designed cannot be adequately guarded
treatment. If this occurs, stop the tool and inspect the and are unsafe.
wheel for cracks or flaws.
b ) The grinding surface of center depressed
v ) Always handle and store wheels in a careful manner. wheels must be mounted below the plane of
w ) Do not operate this tool for long periods of time. the guard lip. An improperly mounted wheel that
Vibration caused by the operating action of this projects through the plane of the guard lip cannot be
tool may cause permanent injury to fingers, adequately protected.
hands, and arms. Use gloves to provide extra c ) The guard must be securely attached to the
cushion, take frequent rest periods, and limit daily power tool and positioned for maximum safety,
time of use. so the least amount of wheel is exposed towards
x ) Air vents often cover moving parts and should be the operator. The guard helps to protect the operator
avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be from broken wheel fragments, accidental contact with
caught in moving parts. wheel and sparks that could ignite clothing.
d ) Wheels must be used only for recommended
Kickback and Related Warnings applications. For example: do not grind with the
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged side of cut-off wheel. Abrasive cut-off wheels are
rotating wheel, backing pad, brush or any other accessory. intended for peripheral grinding, side forces applied to
Pinching or snagging causes rapid stalling of the rotating these wheels may cause them to shatter.
accessory which in turn causes the uncontrolled power tool to
e ) Always use undamaged wheel flanges that
be forced in the direction opposite of the accessory’s rotation
are of correct size and shape for your selected
at the point of the binding.
wheel. Proper wheel flanges support the wheel
For example, if an abrasive wheel is snagged or pinched by thus reducing the possibility of wheel breakage.
the workpiece, the edge of the wheel that is entering into the Flanges for cut-off wheels may be different from
pinch point can dig into the surface of the material causing grinding wheel flanges.
the wheel to climb out or kick out. The wheel may either jump
f ) Do not use worn down wheels from larger power
toward or away from the operator, depending on direction
tools. Wheel intended for larger power tool is not
of the wheel’s movement at the point of pinching. Abrasive
suitable for the higher speed of a smaller tool and
wheels may also break under these conditions.
may burst.
Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or incorrect operating
procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper Additional Safety Warnings Specific for
precautions as given below:
a ) Maintain a firm grip on the power tool and
Abrasive Cutting-Off Operations
position your body and arm to allow you to resist a ) Do not “jam” the cut-off wheel or apply excessive
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depth of cut. Overstressing the wheel increases the Additional Safety Information

loading and susceptibility to twisting or binding of
WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday
the wheel in the cut and the possibility of kickback or
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or
wheel breakage.
dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR
b) Do not position your body in line with and CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
behind the rotating wheel. When the wheel, at the
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
point of operation, is moving away from your body,
the possible kickback may propel the spinning wheel • ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.


and the power tool directly at you.
c) When wheel is binding or when interrupting WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,
a cut for any reason, switch off the power tool sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
and hold the power tool motionless until the activities contains chemicals known to the State
wheel comes to a complete stop. Never attempt of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
to remove the cut-off wheel from the cut while other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
the wheel is in motion otherwise kickback may chemicals are:
occur. Investigate and take corrective action to • lead from lead-based paints,
eliminate the cause of wheel binding. • crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
d) Do not restart the cutting operation in the masonry products, and
workpiece. Let the wheel reach full speed and • arsenic and chromium from chemically-
carefully reenter the cut. The wheel may bind, treated lumber.
walk up or kickback if the power tool is restarted in Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how
the workpiece. often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to
e) Support panels or any oversized workpiece these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with
to minimize the risk of wheel pinching and approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are
kickback. Large workpieces tend to sag under specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
their own weight. Supports must be placed under • Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power
the workpiece near the line of cut and near the edge of sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
the workpiece on both sides of the wheel. construction activities. Wear protective clothing and
f) Use extra caution when making a “pocket wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing
cut” into existing walls or other blind areas. dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may
The protruding wheel may cut gas or water pipes, promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
electrical wiring or objects that can cause kickback.

Safety Warnings Specific for Sanding  WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/
or disperse dust, which may cause serious and
permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use
Operations NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection
a ) Do not use excessively oversized sanding disc appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles
paper. Follow manufacturers recommendations, away from face and body.
when selecting sanding paper. Larger sanding
paper extending beyond the sanding pad presents a
laceration hazard and may cause snagging, tearing of
 WARNING: Always wear proper personal hearing
protection that conforms to ANSI S12.6 (S3.19)
during use. Under some conditions and duration
the disc or kickback. of use, noise from this product may contribute to
hearing loss.
Safety Warnings Specific for Wire
Brushing Operations
a ) Be aware that wire bristles are thrown by the
 CAUTION: When not in use, place tool on its side
on a stable surface where it will not cause a
tripping or falling hazard. Some tools with large
brush even during ordinary operation. Do not battery packs will stand upright on the battery pack
overstress the wires by applying excessive load but may be easily knocked over.
to the brush. The wire bristles can easily penetrate The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The
light clothing and/or skin. symbols and their definitions are as follows:
b ) If the use of a guard is recommended for wire V.......................... volts IPM...................... impacts per minute
brushing, do not allow any interference of the Hz........................ hertz RPM..................... revolutions per
wire wheel or brush with the guard. Wire wheel min...................... minutes minute
or brush may expand in diameter due to work and or DC....... direct current sfpm.................... surface feet per
centrifugal forces. ....................... Class I Construction minute
c ) Safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields (grounded) SPM..................... strokes per minute
and a full face shield compliant with ANSI Z87.1 …/min............... per minute A.......................... amperes
MUST be worn by the operator and others that
BPM..................... beats per minute W......................... watts
are within 50' (15.2 m) of the use of this product.
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or AC............ alternating current ...................... visible radiation • If battery contents come into contact with the skin,
or AC/DC..... alternating or ...................... wear respiratory immediately wash area with mild soap and water. If
direct current protection battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open
....................... Class II eye for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical
...................... wear eye
Construction attention is needed, the battery electrolyte is composed of
protection
(double insulated) a mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithium salts.
...................... wear hearing
no........................ no load speed • Contents of opened battery cells may cause
protection
respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air. If symptoms
n.......................... rated speed ...................... read all persist, seek medical attention.


....................... earthing terminal documentation
WARNING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be
...................... safety alert symbol flammable if exposed to spark or flame.
BATTERIES AND CHARGERS
The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton.
Before using the battery pack and charger, read the
 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.
safety instructions below and then follow charging Do not crush, drop or damage the battery pack. Do
procedures outlined. When ordering replacement battery not use a battery pack or charger that has received a
packs, be sure to include the catalog number and voltage. sharp blow, been dropped, run over or damaged in
any way (e.g., pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer,
Your tool uses a DeWALT charger. Be sure to read all safety
stepped on). Damaged battery packs should be
instructions before using your charger. Consult the chart
returned to the service center for recycling.
at the end of this manual for compatibility of chargers and
battery packs. Transportation
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Important Safety Instructions for All
 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
Battery Packs

boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all nails, screws, keys, etc. Transporting batteries
instructions for the battery pack, charger and can possibly cause fires if the battery terminals
power tool. Failure to follow the warnings and inadvertently come in contact with conductive
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/ materials such as keys, coins, hand tools and the
or serious injury. like. The US Department of Transportation Hazardous
• Do not charge or use the battery pack in explosive Material Regulations (HMR) actually prohibit
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable transporting batteries in commerce or on airplanes in
liquids, gases or dust. Inserting or removing the battery carry-on baggage UNLESS they are properly protected
pack from the charger may ignite the dust or fumes. from short circuits. So when transporting individual
• NEVER force the battery pack into the charger. DO battery packs, make sure that the battery terminals
NOT modify the battery pack in any way to fit into are protected and well insulated from materials that
a non-compatible charger as battery pack may could contact them and cause a short circuit.
rupture causing serious personal injury. Consult Shipping the DeWALT FLEXVOLT™ Battery
the chart at the end of this manual for compatibility of The DeWALT FLEXVOLT™ battery has two modes: Use and
batteries and chargers. Shipping.
• Charge the battery packs only in designated Use Mode: When the FLEXVOLT™ battery stands alone or is
DeWALT chargers. in a DeWALT 20V Max* product, it will operate as a 20V Max*
• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids. battery. When the FLEXVOLT™ battery is in a 60V Max* or a
• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in 120V Max* (two 60V Max* batteries) product, it will operate
locations where the temperature may reach or as a 60V Max* battery.
exceed 104 °F (40 °C) (such as outside sheds or metal Shipping Mode: When the
buildings in summer). For best life store battery packs in cap is attached to the
a cool, dry location. FLEXVOLT™ battery, the
NOTE: Do not store the battery packs in a tool with battery is in Shipping Mode.
the trigger switch locked on. Never tape the trigger Strings of cells are
switch in the ON position. electrically disconnected within the pack resulting in three
• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is batteries with a lower Watt hour (Wh) rating as compared to
severely damaged or is completely worn out. The one battery with a higher Watt hour rating. This increased
battery pack can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and quantity of three batteries with the lower Watt hour rating
materials are created when lithium ion battery packs can exempt the pack from certain shipping regulations that
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The battery label indicates two Watt hour ratings (see the Call 2 Recycle® program provides an environmentally
example). Depending on how the battery is shipped, the conscious alternative.
appropriate Watt hour rating must be used to determine Call 2 Recycle, Inc., in cooperation with DeWALT and other
the applicable shipping requirements. If utilizing the battery users, has established the program in the United
shipping cap, the pack will be considered 3 batteries at States and Canada to facilitate the collection of spent nickel
the Watt hour rating indicated for “Shipping”. If shipping cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries. Help
without the cap or in a tool, the pack will be considered one protect our environment and conserve natural resources by
battery at the Watt hour rating indicated next to “Use”. returning the spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride
Example of Use and Shipping Label Marking or lithium-ion batteries to an authorized DeWALT service
USE: 120 Wh Shipping: 3 x 40 Wh center or to your local retailer for recycling. You may also
contact your local recycling center for information on
For example, Shipping Wh rating might indicate 3 x 40 Wh, where to drop off the spent battery. RBRC® is a registered
meaning 3 batteries of 40 Watt hours each. The Use Wh trademark of Call 2 Recycle, Inc.
rating might indicate 120 Wh (1 battery implied).
Fuel Gauge Battery Packs (Fig. B)
Important Safety Instructions for All
Some DeWALT battery packs include a fuel gauge which Battery Chargers
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
 WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all
instructions for the battery pack, charger and
power tool. Failure to follow the warnings and
charge remaining in the battery pack according to the instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/
following indicators: or serious injury.
• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with
75–100% charged any chargers other than the ones in this manual.
The charger and battery pack are specifically designed to
51–74% charged work together.
• These chargers are not intended for any uses other
< 50% charged than charging DeWALT rechargeable batteries.
Any other uses may result in risk of fire, electric shock
or electrocution.
Pack needs to be charged
• Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
To actuate the fuel gauge, press and hold the fuel gauge • Pull by the plug rather than the cord when
button. A combination of the three green LED lights will disconnecting the charger. This will reduce the risk of
illuminate designating the level of charge left. When the damage to the electric plug and cord.
level of charge in the battery is below the usable limit, the • Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not
fuel gauge will not illuminate and the battery will need to be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subjected
be recharged. to damage or stress.
Fig. B • 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
NOTE: The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left a dry location and use an extension cord suitable
on the battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use
and is subject to variation based on product components, reduces the risk of electric shock.
temperature and end-user application.
• An extension cord must have adequate wire size
For more information regarding fuel gauge battery packs, (AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The smaller
please contact call 1-800-4-DeWALT (1-800-433-9258) or the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity
visit our website www.dewalt.com. of the cable, that is, 16 gauge has more capacity than 18
The RBRC® Seal gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in loss of power and overheating. When using
The RBRC® (Rechargeable Battery
more than one extension to make up the total length,
Recycling Corporation) Seal on the nickel
be sure each individual extension contains at least the
cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-
minimum wire size. The following table shows the correct
ion batteries (or battery packs) indicates
size to use depending on cord length and nameplate
that the costs to recycle these batteries
ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The
(or battery packs) at the end of their useful life have already
lower the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
been paid by DeWALT. In some areas, it is illegal to place
spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion
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Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets battery pack in the cavity. Unplug the charger before
Total Length of Cord in Feet attempting to clean.
Volts
(meters) Wireless Certifications and Safety
120 V 25 (7.6) 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7) Information
240 V 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 200 (61.0) 300 (91.4) • This device is CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) compliant.
Ampere Rating
• This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and
More Not
American Wire Gauge Industry Canada License-exempt RSS standard(s).
Than More
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
Than
0 6 18 16 16 14 ʵʵ This device may not cause harmful interference, and
6 10 18 16 14 12 ʵʵ This device must accept any interference
10 12 16 16 14 12 received, including interference that may cause
12 16 14 12 Not Recommended undesired operation.
• Do not place any object on top of the charger or This equipment has been tested and found to comply
place the charger on a soft surface that might block with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
the ventilation slots and result in excessive internal 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
heat. Place the charger in a position away from any heat reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
source. The charger is ventilated through slots in the top residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
and the bottom of the housing. can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
• Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
or plug. interference to radio communications. However, there is no
• Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged in any installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
way. Take it to an authorized service center. to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
• Do not disassemble the charger; take it to an turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
authorized service center when service or repair to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of following measures:
electric shock, electrocution or fire. ʵʵ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Disconnect the charger from the outlet before ʵʵ Increase the separation between the equipment
attempting any cleaning. This will reduce the risk of and adaptor.
electric shock. Removing the battery pack will not reduce ʵʵ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
this risk. different from that to which the adaptor is connected.
• NEVER attempt to connect 2 chargers together. ʵʵ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
• The charger is designed to operate on standard technician for help.
120V household electrical power. Do not attempt to • Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly
use it on any other voltage. This does not apply to the approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s
vehicular charger. authority to operate the device. This Class B digital

 WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to

get inside the charger. Electric shock may result.
apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
• Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter

 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
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
battery pack for any reason. If the plastic housing of
the battery pack breaks or cracks, return to a service be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated
center for recycling. power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for

 CAUTION: Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury,

charge only DeWALT rechargeable battery packs.
Other types of batteries may overheat and burst
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
resulting in personal injury and property damage.
NOTICE: Under certain conditions, with the charger conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
plugged into the power supply, the charger can For Bluetooth® Products
be shorted by foreign material. Foreign materials • When traveling on airlines, be sure to comply with the
of a conductive nature, such as, but not limited to, airline restrictions on usage of personal electronic devices
grinding dust, metal chips, steel wool, aluminum and Bluetooth®.
foil or any buildup of metallic particles should be • The out of range alert feature has been designed to act
kept away from the charger cavities. Always unplug as an aid to warn against products getting misplaced or
the charger from the power supply when there is no stolen. It is not a security system.

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• The connectivity range is up to 100 feet (30.5 meters) The compatible charger(s) will not charge a faulty battery
depending on environment and location. pack. The charger will indicate faulty battery pack by
• The shortwave radio frequency signals of a Bluetooth® refusing to light or by displaying a problem pack or charger
device may impair the operation of other electronic and blink pattern.
medical devices (such as pacemakers or hearing aids). NOTE: This could also mean a problem with a charger.
NOTE: The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered If the charger indicates a problem, take the charger and
trademarks owned by the Bluetooth®, SIG, Inc. and any use of battery pack to be tested at an authorized service center.
such marks by DeWALT is under license. Other trademarks and Hot/Cold Pack Delay
trade names are those of their respective owners.
When the charger detects a battery pack that is too hot
This product complies with these standards when operated or too cold, it automatically starts a Hot/Cold Pack Delay,
with a 6 foot (1.8 meters) or shorter extension cord. suspending charging until the battery pack has reached an
appropriate temperature. The charger then automatically
Charging a Battery (Fig. C) switches to the pack charging mode. This feature ensures
1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before maximum battery pack life.
inserting battery pack.
A cold battery pack will charge at a slower rate than a warm
Fig. C
battery pack. The battery pack will charge at that slower rate
10 throughout the entire charging cycle and will not return to
maximum charge rate even if the battery pack warms.
The DCB118 charger is equipped with an internal fan
designed to cool the battery pack. The fan will turn on
11 automatically when the battery pack needs to be cooled.
Never operate the charger if the fan does not operate
properly or if ventilation slots are blocked. Do not permit
foreign objects to enter the interior of the charger.
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.
2. Insert the battery pack 10 into the charger, making sure The tool will automatically turn off if the Electronic
the battery pack is fully seated in the charger. The red Protection System engages. If this occurs, place the lithium-
(charging) light will blink continuously indicating that ion battery pack on the charger until it is fully charged.
the charging process has started.
3. The completion of charge will be indicated by the red Wall Mounting
light remaining ON continuously. The battery pack is DCB107, DCB112, DCB113, DCB115, DCB118, DCB132
fully charged and may be used at this time or left in the These chargers are designed to be wall mountable or to
charger. To remove the battery pack from the charger, sit upright on a table or work surface. If wall mounting,
push the battery release button 11 on the battery pack. locate the charger within reach of an electrical outlet,
NOTE: To ensure maximum performance and life of lithium- and away from a corner or other obstructions which may
ion battery packs, charge the battery pack fully before impede air flow. Use the back of the charger as a template
first use. for the location of the mounting screws on the wall. Mount
the charger securely using drywall screws (purchased
Charger Operation
separately) at least 1" (25.4 mm) long, with a screw head
Refer to the indicators below for the charge status of the diameter of 0.28–0.35" (7–9 mm), screwed into wood to an
battery pack. optimal depth leaving approximately 7/32" (5.5 mm) of the
DCB107, DCB112, DCB113, DCB115, DCB118, DCB132 screw exposed. Align the slots on the back of the charger
with the exposed screws and fully engage them in the slots.
Charging
Charger Cleaning Instructions

Fully Charged
WARNING: Shock hazard. Disconnect the charger
Hot/Cold Pack Delay* from the AC outlet before cleaning. Dirt and grease
may be removed from the exterior of the charger using
*DCB107, DCB112, DCB113, DCB115, DCB118, DCB132: a cloth or soft non-metallic brush. Do not use water or
The red light will continue to blink, but a yellow indicator any cleaning solutions.
light will be illuminated during this operation. Once the
battery pack has reached an appropriate temperature, the Important Charging Notes
yellow light will turn off and the charger will resume the 1. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if
charging procedure. the battery pack is charged when the air temperature is

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between 65 °F and 75 °F (18 ° – 24 °C). DO NOT charge Intended Use
the battery pack in an air temperature below +40 °F Your heavy-duty small angle grinder has been designed
(+4.5 °C), or above +104 °F (+40 °C). This is important for professional grinding, sanding, wire brush, and cut-off
and will prevent serious damage to the battery pack. applications at various work sites (i.e., construction sites).
2. The charger and battery pack may become warm to the DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of
touch while charging. This is a normal condition, and flammable liquids or gases.
does not indicate a problem. To facilitate the cooling of Your heavy-duty small angle grinders is a professional
the battery pack after use, avoid placing the charger or power tool. DO NOT let children come into contact with the
battery pack in a warm environment such as in a metal tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced operators
shed or an uninsulated trailer. use this tool.
3. If the battery pack does not charge properly:
a. Check operation of receptacle by plugging in a lamp Features
or other appliance; E-Switch Protection™
b. Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light
The ON/OFF paddle switch has a no-volt release function. In
switch which turns power off when you turn out the
the event of an unexpected shut down, the paddle switch
lights;
will need to be released then depressed to restart tool.
c. Move the charger and battery pack to a location
where the surrounding air temperature is E-Clutch™
approximately 65 °F – 75 °F (18 ° – 24 °C); This unit is equipped with an E-Clutch™ (Electronic Clutch),
d. If charging problems persist, take the tool, battery which in the event of a high-load, the unit will shut off to
pack and charger to your local service center. reduce the reaction torque to the user. The paddle switch
will need to be released then depressed to restart tool.
4. The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to
produce sufficient power on jobs which were easily Kickback Brake™
done previously. DO NOT CONTINUE to use under these When a pinch, stall, or bind-up event is sensed, the
conditions. Follow the charging procedure. You may electronic brake engages with maximum force to quickly
also charge a partially used pack whenever you desire stop the wheel, reduce the movement of the grinder, and
with no adverse effect on the battery pack. shut the grinder off. The paddle switch will need to be
5. Foreign materials of a conductive nature such as, but released then depressed to restart tool.
not limited to, grinding dust, metal chips, steel wool, Power-OFF™ Overload Protection
aluminum foil, or any buildup of metallic particles
The power supply to the motor will be reduced in case of
should be kept away from charger cavities. Always
motor overload. With continued motor overload, the tool
unplug the charger from the power supply when there
will shut off. The paddle switch will need to be released
is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug the charger
then depressed to restart tool. The tool will power off each
before attempting to clean.
time the current load reaches the overload current value
6. Do not freeze or immerse the charger in water or any (motor burn-up point). If continued overload shutdowns
other liquid. occur, apply less force/weight on the tool until the tool will
Storage Recommendations function without the overload engaging.
1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry, away Electronic Soft Start
from direct sunlight and excess heat or cold. This feature limits the initial start up momentum, allowing
2. For long storage, it is recommended to store a fully the speed to build up gradually over a 1 second period.
charged battery pack in a cool dry place out of the
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

charger for optimal results.
NOTE: Battery packs should not be stored completely WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
depleted of charge. The battery pack will need to be injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack
recharged before use. before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR accidental start-up can cause injury.
FUTURE USE
Attaching Side Handle (Fig. D)
COMPONENTS (FIG. A)
 WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part
of it. Damage or personal injury could result.
 WARNING: Before using the tool, check that the
handle is tightened securely.
Screw the side handle 5 tightly into one of the holes on
Refer to Figure A at the beginning of this manual for a either side of the gear case. The side handle should always
complete list of components. be used to maintain control of the tool at all times.

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Fig. D installing attachments or accessories. An
accidental start-up can cause injury.

5
 CAUTION: BEFORE operating the tool, identify which
guard adjustment option your tool is set to.
Adjustment Options
For guard adjustment, the guard release lever 9 engages
one of the alignment holes 14 on the guard collar using a
ratcheting feature.
One-touchTM: In this position the engaging face is slanted
Rotating the Gear Case (Fig. E) and will ride over to the next alignment hole when guard
is rotated in a clockwise direction (spindle facing user) but
To improve user comfort, the gear case will rotate 90° for
self-locks in the counter-clockwise direction.
cutting operations.
Mounting Guard (Fig. F)


1. Remove the four corner screws attaching the gear case
to motor housing. CAUTION: Prior to mounting guard, ensure the screw,
2. Without separating the gear case from motor housing, lever, and spring are fitted correctly before mounting
rotate the gear case head to desired position. the guard.
1. With the spindle facing the operator, press and hold the
Fig. E
guard release lever 9 .
2. Align the lugs 12 on the guard with the slots 13 on
the gear case cover.
3. Push the guard down until the guard lugs engage
and rotate them in the groove on the gear case cover.
Release the guard release lever.
90˚ 90˚ 4. To position the guard, rotate the guard clockwise into
the desired working position. Press and hold the guard
NOTE: If the gear case and motor housing become release lever 9 to rotate the guard in the counter-
separated by more than 1/8" (3.17 mm), the tool must clockwise direction.
be serviced and re-assembled by a DeWALT service NOTE: The guard body should be positioned between
center. Failure to have the tool serviced may motor and the spindle and the operator to provide maximum
bearing failure. operator protection.
3. Reinstall screws to attach the gear case to the motor The guard release lever should snap into one of the
housing. Tighten screws to 12.5 in.-lbs. torque. alignment holes 14 on the guard collar. This ensures
Overtightening could cause screws to strip. that the guard is secure.
5. To remove the guard, follow steps 1–3 of these
Guards

instructions in reverse.
CAUTION: Guards must be used with all grinding Fig. F
wheels, cutting wheels, sanding flap discs, 14
wire brushes, and wire wheels. The tool may 12
be used without a guard only when sanding with
conventional sanding discs. Refer to Figure A to see
guards provided with the unit. Some applications may
require purchasing the correct guard from your local
dealer or authorized service center.
NOTE: Edge grinding and cutting can be performed with
Type 27 wheels designed and specified for this purpose; 13
6.35 mm thick wheels are designed for surface grinding
while thinner Type 27 wheels need to be examined for
the manufacturer's label to see if they can be used for 9
surface grinding or only edge grinding/cutting. A Type 1
guard must be used for any wheel where surface grinding
is forbidden. Cutting can also be performed by using a
Type 41 wheel and a Type 1 guard.
Flanges and Wheels

NOTE: See the Accessories Chart to select the proper
CAUTION: Turn unit off and unplug the tool before
guard/accessory combination.
making any adjustments or removing or installing
Adjusting and Mounting Guard (Fig. F) attachments or accessories.

 WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal

injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/

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Mounting Non-Hubbed Wheels (Fig. G)

 WARNING: Failure to properly seat the flanges and/or

wheel could result in serious injury (or damage to the
 WARNING: Proper guard must be reinstalled for
grinding wheel, cutting wheel, sanding flap disc,
wire brush or wire wheel applications after sanding
tool or wheel). applications are complete.

 CAUTION: Included flanges must be used with

depressed center Type 27/42 grinding wheels and
Type 1/41 cutting wheels. See the Accessories Chart
1.

2.
Place or appropriately thread backing pad 15 on
the spindle.
Place the sanding disc 19 on the backing pad 15 .
for more information. 3. While depressing spindle lock button 3 , thread the

 WARNING: A closed, two-sided cutting wheel guard

is required when using abrasive cutting wheels or
diamond coated cutting wheels.
sanding clamp nut 17 on spindle, piloting the raised
hub on the clamp nut into the center of san­ding disc
and backing pad.

 WARNING: Use of a damaged flange or guard or fail­

ure to use proper flange and guard can re­sult in injury
due to wheel breakage and wheel contact. See the
4. Tighten the clamp nut by hand. Then depress the
spindle lock button while turning the sanding disc until
the sanding disc and clamp nut are snug.
Accessories Chart for more information. 5. To remove the wheel, grasp and turn the backing
1. Place the tool on a table, guard up. pad and sanding pad while depressing the spindle
2. Install the backing flange 6 on spindle 4 with the lock button.
raised center (pilot) facing the wheel. Press the backing Fig. H
flange into place.
3. Place wheel 18 against the backing flange, 17
centering the wheel on the raised center (pilot) of the
backing flange.
4. While depressing the spindle lock button and with the
hex depressions facing away from the wheel, thread the 19
locking flange 7 on spindle so that the lugs engage the
two slots in the spindle.
5. While depressing the spindle lock button, tighten the
locking flange 7 by hand or using the wrench supplied.
15
(Only use a locking flange if it is in perfect condition.)
Refer to Accessory Chart to see flange details.
6. To remove the wheel, reverse the above procedure.
Fig. G Mounting and Removing Hubbed
Wheels (Fig. A)
Hubbed wheels install directly on the spindle. Thread of
accessory must match thread of spindle.
1. Remove backing flange by pulling away from tool.
7 2. Thread the wheel on the spindle 4 by hand.
3. Depress the spindle lock button 3 and use a wrench to
tighten the hub of the wheel.
18 4. Reverse the above procedure to remove the wheel.
NOTICE: Failure to properly seat the wheel before
turning the tool on may result in damage to the tool
or the wheel.
6 Mounting Wire Cup Brushes and
Wire Wheels (Fig. A)

Mounting Sanding Backing Pads

4
 WARNING: Failure to properly seat the brush/wheel
could result in serious injury (or damage to the tool
or wheel).
(Fig. A, H)
NOTE: Use of a guard with sanding discs that use backing
pads, often called fiber resin discs, is not required. Since a
 CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury,
wear work gloves when handling wire brushes
and wheels. They can become sharp.
guard is not required for these accessories, the guard may or
may not fit correctly if used.
 CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the


tool, wheel or brush must not touch guard when
WARNING: Failure to properly seat the clamp nut mounted or while in use. Undetectable damage
and/or pad could result in serious injury (or damage could occur to the accessory, causing wires to
to the tool or wheel). fragment from accessory wheel or cup.

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Wire cup brushes or wire wheels install directly on the Fig. I
threaded spindle without the use of flanges. Use only wire
brushes or wheels provided with a threaded hub. These
accessories are available at extra cost from your local dealer
or authorised service center.
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1. Place the tool on a table, guard up.
2. Thread the wheel on the spindle by hand.
3. Depress spindle lock button 3 and use a wrench on the
hub of the wire wheel or brush to tighten the wheel.
4. To remove the wheel, reverse the above procedure.
NOTICE: To reduce the risk of damage to the tool,
properly seat the wheel hub before turning the tool on.

Prior to Operation
• Install the guard and appropriate disc or wheel. Do not Proper Hand Position (Fig. J)
•
use excessively worn discs or wheels.
Be sure the backing flange and locking flange are  WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position as shown.

•
mounted correctly. Follow the instructions given in the
Accessory Chart.
Make sure the disc or wheel rotates in the direction of
 WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a
sudden reaction.
the arrows on the accessory and the tool. Proper hand position requires one hand on the side
• Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each use handle 5 , with the other hand on the body of the tool, as
inspect the accessory such as abrasive wheels for chips shown in Figure J.
and cracks, backing pad for cracks, tear or excess wear, Fig. J
wire brush for loose or cracked wires. If power tool or
accessory is dropped, inspect for damage or install an
undamaged accessory. After inspecting and installing
an accessory, position yourself and bystanders away
from the plane of the rotating accessory and run the
power tool at maximum no-load speed for one minute.
Damaged accessories will normally break apart during
this test time.

OPERATION
 WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/ Paddle Switch (Fig. A)
5

installing attachments or accessories. An

accidental start-up can cause injury.

Installing and Removing the Battery Pack

 CAUTION: Hold the side handle and body of the tool
firmly to maintain control of the tool at start up and
during use and until the wheel or accessory stops
rotating. Make sure the wheel has come to a complete
(Fig. I) stop be­fore laying the tool down.
NOTE: For best results, make sure your battery pack is
fully charged.
To install the battery pack 10 into the tool handle, align the
 CAUTION: Before inserting the battery, depress and
release the paddle switch 1 once to ensure that the
switch is off. Depress and release the paddle switch
as described below after any interruption in power
battery pack with the rails inside the tool’s handle and slide
supply to the tool, such as motor overload, pinch,
it into the handle until the battery pack is firmly seated in stall or bind-up event, or any other unexpected
the tool and ensure that it does not disengage. tool shutdown.
To remove the battery pack from the tool, press the release NOTE: To reduce unexpected tool movement, do not
button 11 and firmly pull the battery pack out of the tool switch the tool on or off while under load conditions. Allow
handle. Insert it into the charger as described in the charger the grinder to run up to full speed before touching the work
section of this manual. surface. Lift the tool from the surface before turning the tool
off. Allow the tool to stop rotating before putting it down.
1. To turn the tool on, push the lock-off lever 2 toward
the back of the tool, then depress the paddle switch 1 .
The tool will run while the switch is depressed.
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Spindle Lock Button (Fig. K) back motion to avoid creating gouges in the
work surface.
The spindle lock button 3 is provided to prevent the
spindle from rotating when installing or removing wheels. -- If sanding with a backing pad, move the tool
Operate the spindle lock only when the tool is turned off, constantly in a straight line to prevent burning and
when the battery has been removed, and has come to a swirling of work surface.
complete stop. NOTE: Allowing the tool to rest on the work surface without
NOTICE: To reduce the risk of damage to the tool, do moving will damage the work piece.
not engage the spindle lock while the tool is operating. 5. Remove the tool from work surface before turning tool
Damage to the tool will result and attached accessory off. Allow the tool to stop rotating before laying it down.
may spin off possibly resulting in injury.
To engage the lock, depress the spindle lock button 3
and rotate the spindle until you are unable to rotate the
spindle further.
 CAUTION: Use extra care when working over an
edge, as a sudden sharp movement of grinder may
be experienced.

Fig. K Precautions To Take When Working on

a Painted Workpiece
3 1. Sanding or wire brushing of lead based paint is NOT
RECOMMENDED due to the difficulty of controlling
the contaminated dust. The greatest danger of lead
poisoning is to children and pregnant women.
2. Since it is difficult to identify whether or not a paint
contains lead without a chemical analysis, we
recommend the following precautions when sanding
any paint:
Personal Safety
Surface Grinding, Sanding and Wire 1. No children or pregnant women should enter the work
Brushing (Fig. L) area where the paint sanding or wire brushing is being

 CAUTION: Always use the correct guard per the

instructions in this manual.
To perform work on the surface of a workpiece:
done until all clean up is completed.
2. A dust mask or respirator should be worn by all persons
entering the work area. The filter should be replaced
1. Allow the tool to reach full speed before touching the daily or whenever the wearer has difficulty breathing.
tool to the work surface. NOTE: Only those dust masks suitable for working
with lead paint dust and fumes should be used.
2. Apply minimum pressure to the work surface, allowing
Ordinary painting masks do not offer this protection.
the tool to operate at high speed. Material removal rate
See your local hardware dealer for the proper NIOSH-
is greatest when the tool operates at high speed.
approved mask.
Fig. L 3. NO EATING, DRINKING or SMOKING should be done in
the work area to prevent ingesting contaminated paint
particles. Workers should wash and clean up BEFORE
eating, drinking or smoking. Articles of food, drink, or
smoking should not be left in the work area where dust
would settle on them.
3. Maintain an appropriate angle between the tool
Environmental Safety
and work surface. Refer to the chart according to
particular function. 1. Paint should be removed in such a manner as to
minimize the amount of dust generated.
Function Angle
2. Areas where paint removal is occurring should be sealed
Grinding 20˚-30˚ with plastic sheeting of 4 mils thickness.
Sanding with Flap Disc 5˚-10˚ 3. Sanding should be done in a manner to reduce tracking
Sanding with Backing Pad 5˚-15˚ of paint dust outside the work area.
Wire Brushing 5˚-10˚ Cleaning and Disposal
4. Maintain contact between the edge of the wheel and 1. All surfaces in the work area should be vacuumed
the work surface. and thoroughly cleaned daily for the duration of
-- If grinding, sanding with flap discs or wire brushing the sanding project. Vacuum filter bags should be
move the tool continuously in a forward and changed frequently.
2. Plastic drop cloths should be gathered up and disposed
of along with any dust chips or other removal debris.
They should be placed in sealed refuse receptacles and
disposed of through regular trash pick-up procedures.
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During clean up, children and pregnant women should of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye
be kept away from the immediate work area. protection when performing this.
3. All toys, washable furniture and utensils used by
children should be washed thoroughly before being
used again.
 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
Edge Grinding and Cutting (Fig. M) only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid

 WARNING: Do not use edge grinding/cutting wheels

for surface grinding applications because these wheels
are not designed for side pressures encountered
get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool
into a liquid.

Accessories
with surface grinding. Wheel breakage and injury


may result.
CAUTION: Wheels used for edge grinding and cutting
may break or kick back if they bend or twist while
 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
the tool is being used. In all edge grinding/cutting hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only DeWALT
operations, the open side of the guard must be recommended accessories should be used with
positioned away from the operator. this product.
NOTICE: Edge grinding/cutting with a Type 27 wheel Recommended accessories for use with your tool
must be limited to shallow cutting and notching— are available at extra cost from your local dealer or
less than 13 mm in depth when the wheel is new. authorized service center. If you need assistance in
Reduce the depth of cutting/notching equal to the locating any accessory, please contact DeWALT Industrial
reduction of the wheel radius as it wears down. Refer Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21286, call
to the Accessories Chart for more information. Edge 1-800-4-DeWALT (1-800-433-9258) or visit our website:
grinding/cutting with a Type 41 wheel requires usage www.dewalt.com.
of a Type 1 guard.
1. Allow the tool to reach full speed before touching the
Repairs
The charger and battery pack are not serviceable.


tool to the work surface.
2. Apply minimum pressure to the work surface, allowing WARNING: To assure product SAFETY and
the tool to operate at high speed. Grinding/cutting rate RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment
is greatest when the tool operates at high speed. (including brush inspection and replacement, when
applicable) should be performed by a DeWALT factory
3. Position yourself so that the open-underside of the
service center or a DeWALT authorized service center.
wheel is facing away from you.
Always use identical replacement parts.
4. Once a cut is begun and a notch is established in
the workpiece, do not change the angle of the cut. Register Online
Changing the angle will cause the wheel to bend and Thank you for your purchase. Register your product now for:
may cause wheel breakage. Edge grinding wheels
• WARRANTY SERVICE: Registering your product will
are not designed to withstand side pressures caused
help you obtain more efficient warranty service in case
by bending.
there is a problem with your product.
Fig. M
• 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
5. Remove the tool from the work surface before turning notification is required under the Federal Consumer
the tool off. Allow the tool to stop rotating before laying Safety Act.
it down. Register online at www.dewalt.com/register.
MAINTENANCE Three Year Limited Warranty
 WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
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
installing attachments or accessories. An failure due to normal wear or tool abuse. For further detail
accidental start-up can cause injury. of warranty coverage and warranty repair information,
visit www.dewalt.com or call 1-800-4-DeWALT (1-800-
Cleaning

433-9258). This warranty does not apply to accessories
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with or damage caused where repairs have been made
clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk or attempted by others. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS
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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.
2 YEARS FREE SERVICE ON DEWALT BATTERY PACKS
DC9071, DC9091, DC9096, DC9182, DC9280, DC9360, DCB120,
DCB127, DCB201, DCB203, DCB203BT, DCB207, DCB361
3 YEARS FREE SERVICE ON DEWALT BATTERY PACKS
DCB200, DCB204, DCB204BT, DCB205, DCB205BT, DCB206,
DCB606, DCB609
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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ACCESSORIES CHART
4.5" (115 mm) Grinding Wheels Wire Wheels

Type 27 guard Type 27 guard Type 27 guard Type 27 guard

Backing flange

Type 27 hubbed wheel 4" (100 mm)

3–4" (76.2–100 mm)
wire wheel
wire cup brush
Type 27
Depressed center wheel
4.5" (115 mm) Sanding Flap Discs Sanding Discs

Locking flange

Type 27 guard Type 27 guard rubber backing pad

Backing flange
hubbed sanding flap disc sanding disc

Clamp nut
non-hubbed sanding flap disc

Locking flange

4.5" (115 mm) Cutting Wheels

Type 1/41 guard** Type 1/41 guard** Type 1/41 guard**

Backing flange Backing flange Backing flange

Type 1/41 abrasive Diamond cutting wheel

Type 27/42 depressed
cutting wheel
center wheel, cutting only
Locking flange
Locking flange
Locking flange

 Type 1/41 guards are intended for use with Type 1/41 cutting wheels and Type 27 wheels marked for cutting only.
Grinding with wheels other than Type 27 and Type 29 require different accessory guards. Always use the smallest proper
guard possible that does not contact the accessory.

** NOTE: A Type 1/41 guard is available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service center.

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Chargers/Charge Time (Minutes) . Chargeurs/Durée de charge (Minutes) .
Cargadores de baterías/Tiempo de carga (Minutos)
120 Volts 12 Volts
Battery Output

DW0249
DCB095

DCB102

DCB103

DCB107

DCB112

DCB113

DCB114

DCB115

DCB116

DCB118

DCB132

DCB119

DCB412
DC9000

DC9310

DC9320
Cat # Voltage

DCB609 20/60 X X X X 135 135 432 270 230 X 135 X 75 270 X X X

DCB606 20/60 X X X X 100 100 272 170 140 X 90 X 60 90 X X X
DCB404 40 X X X X X X X X X 90 X 30 X X X X 130
DCB406 40 X X X X X X X X X 130 X 45 X X X X 190
DCB407 40 X X X X X X X X X 170 X 60 X X X X 235
DC9360 36 45 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
DCB361 36 45 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
DC9280 28 60 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
DW0242 24 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 60 X
DCB200 20 X X X X 60 60 140 90 67 X 45 X 45/30** 45 90 X X
DCB201 20 X X X X 30 30 70 45 35 X 22 X 22 22 45 X X
DCB203 20 X X X X 35 35 90 60 45 X 30 X 30 30 60 X X
DCB203BT* 20 X X X X 35 35 90 60 45 X 30 X 30 30 60 X X
DCB204 20 X X X X 70 70 185 120 90 X 60 X 60/40** 60 120 X X
DCB204BT* 20 X X X X 70 70 185 120 90 X 60 X 60 60 120 X X
DCB205 20 X X X X 95 95 240 150 112 X 75 X 75/47** 75 150 X X
DCB206 20 X X X X 100 100 272 170 140 X 90 X 60 90 X X X
DCB207 20 X X X X 30 30 60 40 30 X 22 X 22 22 X X X
DC9182 18 X 40 40 X X 40 X X X X X X X X X 40 X
DCB120 12 X X X X 30 30 60 45 35 X 20 X X X 45 X X
DCB127 12 X X X X 35 35 90 60 50 X 30 X X X 60 X X
DCB080 8 X X X 60 X X X X X X X X X X X X X
*BT - Bluetooth® NOTE: The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth®,
SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by DeWALT is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their
respective owners.
**Battery Datecode 201536 or later.
“X” Indicates that the battery pack is not compatible with that specific charger. All charge times are approximate. Actual
charge time may vary. Read the instruction manual for more specific information.
“X” indique que le bloc-piles n’est pas compatible avec ce chargeur. Les durées de charge sont approximatives; la durée de
charge rélle peut varier. Lire le manuel d’utilisation pour obtenir des renseignements plus précis.
Una “X” indica que el paquete de baterías no es compatible con ese determinado cargador. El tiempo de duración de carga es
aproximado; la duración de carga real puede variar. Lea el manual de instrucciones para obtener información más precisa.

* Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a workload) is 20, 60 or 120 volts. Nominal voltage is 18, 54 or 108.
(120V Max* is based on using 2 DeWALT 60V Max* lithium-ion batteries combined.)
* La tension initiale maximum du bloc-piles (mesurée à vide) est de 20, 60 ou 120 volts. La tension nominale est de 18, 54 ou 108.
(120 V Max* se base sur l’utilisation combinée de 2 blocs-piles au lithium ion DeWALT de 60 V Max*).
* El máximo voltaje inicial de la batería (medido sin carga de trabajo) es 20, 60 o 120 voltios. El voltaje nominal es de 18, 54 o 108.
(120 V Máx* se basan en el uso de 2 baterías de iones de litio DeWALT de 60 V Máx* combinadas).

DeWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21286
(MAY17) Part No. N505670 DCG413 Copyright © 2017 DeWALT
The following are trademarks for one or more DeWALT power tools: the yellow and black color scheme, the “D” shaped air
intake grill, the array of pyramids on the handgrip, the kit box configuration, and the array of lozenge-shaped humps on the
surface of the tool.