Charge only between 4 ˚C and 40 ˚C.
Only for indoor use.
Discard the battery pack with due care for the
environment.
Charge D
WALT battery packs only with designated
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D
WALT chargers. Charging battery packs other
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than the designated D
D
WALT charger may make them burst or lead to
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other dangerous situations.
Do not incinerate the battery pack.
USE (without transport cap). Example: Wh rating
indicates 108 Wh (1 battery with 108 Wh).
TRANSPORT (with built-in transport cap). Example:
Wh rating indicates 3 x 36 Wh (3 batteries of 36 Wh).
Battery Type
The DCS388 operates on a 54 volt battery pack.
These battery packs may be used:DCB546, DCB547. Refer to
Technical Data for more information.
Package Contents
The package contains:
1 Cordless reciprocating saw
1 Li-Ion battery pack (T1 models)
2 Li-Ion battery packs (T2 models)
1 Charger
1 Instruction manual
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Check for damage to the tool, parts or accessories which may
have occurred during transport.
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Take the time to thoroughly read and understand this manual
prior to operation.
Markings on Tool
The following pictograms are shown on the tool:
Read instruction manual before use.
Wear ear protection.
Wear eye protection.
Date Code Position (Fig. A)
The date code
, which also includes the year of manufacture,
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is printed into the housing.
Example:
2018 XX XX
Year of Manufacture
WALT batteries with a
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Description (Fig. A)
WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it.
Damage or personal injury could result.
Trigger switch
1
Lock-off button
2
Blade clamp release lever
3
Shoe
4
Hand grip
5
Main handle
6
Battery pack
7
Battery release button
8
Worklight
9
Intended Use
Your DCS388 cordless reciprocating saws have been designed
for professional sawing of wood, metal and tubes. The compact
design permits cutting extremely close to the edge of difficult
areas.
DO nOT use under wet conditions or in presence of flammable
liquids or gases.
These reciprocating saws are professional power tools.
DO nOT let children come into contact with the tool.
Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use this
tool.
Young children and the infirm. This appliance is not
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intended for use by young children or infirm persons
without supervision.
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This product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) suffering from diminished physical, sensory or
mental abilities; lack of experience, knowledge or skills
unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should never be left alone with this product.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
WARNING: Use only D
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Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack
from the Tool (Fig. C, D)
nOTE: Make sure your battery pack is fully charged.
To Install the Battery Pack into the Tool
Handle
1. Align the battery pack
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with the rails inside the tool's
handle (Fig. C).
2. Slide it into the handle until the battery pack is firmly seated
in the tool and ensure that you hear the lock snap into place.
To Remove the Battery Pack from the Tool
1. Press the release button
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out of the tool handle.
EngLIsh
WALT battery packs and chargers.
and firmly pull the battery pack
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