SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Definitions: Safety Guidelines 1) WORK AREA SAFETY The definitions below describe the level of severity for each a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to these b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the symbols.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with before plugging in. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Young children and the infirm. This appliance is not intended for use by d) Always use undamaged wheel flanges that are of correct size and shape for young children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should be your selected wheel. Proper wheel flanges support the wheel thus reducing the supervised to ensure that they do not play with this appliance.
Safety Warnings Specific for Sanding Operations work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles. a) Do not use excessively oversized sanding disc paper. Follow manufacturers • Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, recommendations, when selecting sanding paper.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: Battery storage and carrying caps are provided for use whenever the battery is out of the tool or charger. Remove cap FOR FUTURE USE before placing battery in charger or tool. WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store or carry battery so Important Safety Instructions for All Battery Packs that metal objects can contact exposed battery terminals.
open eye for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical attention is needed, CAUTION: Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, charge only D WALT the battery electrolyte is composed of a mixture of liquid organic carbonates and rechargeable batteries.
Charging Procedure (Fig. 1) • Do not disassemble charger; take it to an authorized service center when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of DANGER: Electrocution Hazard. 240 volts are present FIG. 1 electric shock, electrocution or fire. at charging terminals.
HOT/COLD PACK DELAY 3. If the battery pack does not charge properly: Some chargers have a Hot/Cold Pack Delay feature: when the charger detects a a. Check current at receptacle by plugging in a lamp or other appliance battery that is hot, it automatically starts a Hot Pack Delay, suspending charging b.
This DC411-XE heavy-duty finishing grinder is a professional power tool. DO NOT let FIG. 2 children come into contact with the tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use this tool. Residual Risks • In spite of the application of the relevant safety regulations and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual risks cannot be avoided.
The tool may be used without a guard only when sanding with conventional sanding discs. D WALT model DC411-XE is CAUTION: If the guard cannot be tightened by the adjusting clamp, do not use the provided with a guard intended for use with depressed centerwheels (Type 27) and tool.
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115 mm (4-1/2") GRINDING WHEELS WIRE WHEELS Type 27 guard Type 27 guard Type 27 guard Type 27 guard unthreaded backing flange 76.2 mm (3") Type 27 hubbed wheel wire cup brush 101.6 mm (4") wire wheel Type 27 depressed center wheel threaded clamp nut...
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SANDING DISCS 115 mm (4-1/2") SANDING FLAP DISCS 115 mm mm (4-1/2") CUTTING WHEELS rubber backing pad Type 1 guard Type 1 guard Type 27 guard Type 27 guard unthreaded backing flange unthreaded backing flange sanding disc unthreaded backing flange hubbed sanding flap disc threaded clamp nut...
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack (Fig. 2, 3) Switch (Fig. 3) NOTE: Make sure your battery pack is fully charged. LOCK-OFF BUTTON AND TRIGGER SWITCH Your finishing grinder is equipped with a lock-off button (B). To lock the trigger switch, press the lock-off button as shown in Figure 3. When the lock-off button is depressed to the lock icon, the unit is locked.
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Mounting and Using Depressed Center Grinding Wheels and 6.35 mm (1/4") 3.17 mm (1/8") WHEELS WHEELS Sanding Flap Discs MOUNTING AND REMOVING HUBBED WHEELS clamp nut clamp nut WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn tool off and remove battery pack before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories.
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MOUNTING SANDING BACKING PADS side of the guard must be positioned away from the operator. For deeper cutting with a Type 1 cut-off WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn tool off and wheel, use a closed Type 1 guard. See pages 11 remove battery pack before making any adjustments or removing/installing and 12 for more information.
1. Allow the tool to reach full speed before touching tool to the work surface. ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2. Apply minimum pressure to work surface, allowing the tool to operate at high 1. Paint should be removed in such a manner as to minimize the amount of dust speed.
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2. Depress spindle lock button and use a wrench on the hub of the wire wheel or MOUNTING CLOSED (TYPE 1) GUARD brush to tighten the wheel. WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn tool off and 3.
Cleaning CAUTION: Matching diameter backing flange and threaded clamping nut (included with tool) must be used for cutting wheels. WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with clean, dry air at least once 1. Place the unthreaded backing flange on spindle with the raised section (pilot) a week.
Guarantee FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are missing, call (AUS) 1800 654 155 or (NZ) 0800 339258 for a free replacement. Applicable to hand held Power Tools, Lasers and Nailers. Three Year Limited Warranty WALT will repair, without charge, any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship for three years from the date of purchase.