Protecting The Environment - Black & Decker AST 2 XC Manual

ENGLISH
Features
This tool includes some or all of the following features.
1. Variable speed switch
2. Lock-on button
3. Forward/reverse switch
4. Drilling mode selector
5. Side handle
6. Chuck
Assembly
Warning! Make sure that the tool is switched off and
unplugged.
Fitting the side handle (fig. A)
• Turn the grip (7) counterclockwise until you can
slide the side handle (5) onto the front of the tool as
shown.
• Rotate the side handle into the desired position.
• Tighten the side handle by turning the grip
clockwise.
Fitting a drill bit or screwdriver bit (fig. B)
• Open the chuck by turning the front part (8) with one
hand while holding the rear part (9) with the other.
• Insert the bit shaft (10) into the chuck and firmly
tighten the chuck.
Removing and refitting the chuck (fig. C)
• Open the chuck as far as possible.
• Remove the chuck retaining screw (11), located in
the front part of the chuck, by turning it clockwise
using a screwdriver.
• Tighten an Allen key (12) into the chuck and strike
it with a hammer as shown.
• Remove the Allen key.
• Remove the chuck by turning it counterclockwise.
• To refit the chuck, screw it onto the spindle and
secure it with the chuck retaining screw.
Use
Warning! Before drilling into walls, floors or ceilings,
check for the location of wiring and pipes.
Selecting the direction of rotation (fig. D)
• For drilling and for tightening screws, place the
forward/ reverse switch (3) in the neutral position.
• For loosening screws or removing a jammed drill bit,
turn the forward/reverse switch (3) to the left.
Warning! Never change the direction of rotation while
the motor is running.
Selecting the drilling mode
• For drilling in masonry, set the drilling mode selector
(4) to the position.
• For drilling in other materials and for screwdriving,
set the drilling mode selector (4) to the
Switching on and off (fig. E)
• To switch the tool on, press the variable speed switch
(1). The tool speed depends on how far you press
the switch. As a general rule, use low speeds for
large diameter drill bits and high speeds for smaller
diameter drill bits.
• For continuous operation, press the lock-on button
(2) and release the variable speed switch. This
option is available only at full speed.
• To switch the tool off, release the variable speed
switch. To switch the tool off when in continuous
operation, press the variable speed switch once
more and release it.
Accessories
The performance of your tool depends on the accessory
used. Black & Decker and Piranha accessories are
engineered to high quality standards and designed to
enhance the performance of your tool. By using these
accessories you will get the very best from your tool.
Maintenance
Your tool has been designed to operate over a long period
of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous
satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care
and regular cleaning.
Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
• Safely dispose of the old plug.
• Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in the
new plug.
• Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
Warning! No connection is to be made to the earth
terminal. Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good
quality plugs. Recommended fuse: 5 A.

Protecting the environment

Black & Decker provides a facility for recycling
Black & Decker products once they have
reached the end of their working life. This
service is provided free of charge. To take
advantage of this service please return your
product to any authorised repair agent who will
collect them on our behalf.
You can check the location of your nearest authorised
repair agent by contacting your local Black & Decker office
at the address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list
of authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details
of our after-sales service and contacts are available on
the Internet at: www.2helpU.com.
Technical data
Voltage
Power input
No-load speed
position.
Max drilling capacity
Steel/concrete
Wood
4
AST2XC
V 230/240
AC
W 710
min -1 0-2,800
mm 13
mm 25