Operation - Milwaukee HDE 13RQ Manual

2. When using drill bits, insert the bit into
the chuck. Center the bit in the chuck
jaws and lift it about 1 mm off of the
bottom. Tighten the chuck jaws by hand
to align the bit.
When using screwdriver bits, insert
the bit far enough for the chuck jaws
to grip the bit shank. Tighten the chuck
jaws by hand to align the bit.
3. To close the chuck jaws, turn the chuck
sleeve clockwise. Tighten securely.
Several detents will be felt as the
chuck sleeve is turned.
NOTE: If the spindle rotates when
opening or closing the chuck jaws,
grasp the chuck and slightly rotate
back and forth to engage the spindle-
lock mechanism.
The spindle will remain locked until the
tool is turned on. The spindle-lock
mechanism will automatically disen-
gage when the tool is turned on.
4. To remove the bit, turn the chuck
sleeve counterclockwise to release
the bit from the chuck jaws.

Operation

WARNING!
To reduce the risk of injury, ALWAYS
wear safety goggles or glasses with
side shields.
F
Using Forward/Reverse Switch
13 - Forward
14 - Reverse
1. For forward (clockwise) (13) rotation.
2. For reverse (counterclockwise) (14)
rotation. Although an interlock pre-
vents reversing the tool while the mo-
tor is running, allow the motor to stop
completely before reversing.
Starting, Stopping and Controlling
Speed
1. To start the tool, pull the trigger.
2. To stop the tool, release the trigger.
3. To vary the driving speed, simply in-
crease or decrease pressure on the
trigger. The further the trigger is pulled,
the greater the speed.
English
Using Lock Button
1. To lock the trigger, push the lock but-
ton in while pulling the trigger. Then
release the trigger.
2. To unlock the trigger, pull and then re-
lease the trigger.
Applications
Selecting Bits
When selecting a bit, use the right type for
your job. For best performance, always
use sharp bits.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of electric shock,
check work area for hidden pipes and
wires before drilling or driving
s c r e w s .
Before drilling, clamp the workpiece down
securely and brace the tool firmly. This
helps assure an accurately cut hole and
helps prevent personal injury should the
bit bind.
Drilling in Wood, Composition Materi-
als and Plastic
When drilling wood, composition materials
and plastic, start the drill slowly. Increase
speed as drilling progresses. Low speeds
are recommended for plastics with low
melting point.
Drilling in Masonry
When drilling masonry with carbide-tipped
bits, high speeds are most effective. Drill-
ing soft masonry materials such as cinder
block requires little pressure. Hard materi-
als, like concrete, require more pressure.
A smooth, even flow of dust indicates the
proper drilling rate. Do not let the bit spin in
the hole without cutting, since this will
damage the bit. Do not use water to settle
dust or to cool bit. Both actions will dam-
age the carbide.
Drilling in Metal
When drilling in metal, use high speed steel
twist drills or hole saws. Use slow speeds
for larger bits and high speeds for smaller
bits. Lubricate drill bits with cutting oil when
drilling in iron or steel. Use a coolant when
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