Assembly; Selecting Correct Socket; Installing Or Removing Socket (Fig. 1); Operation - Ford F181-60 Instruction Manual

7 ASSEMBLY

7.1

Selecting correct socket

Always use the correct size socket for bolts and nuts. An incorrect size socket will
result in inaccurate and inconsistent fastening torque and /or damage to the bolt
or nut. Refer to accessories section for socket size.
7.2

Installing or removing socket (Fig. 1)

Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery pack is removed
before installing or removing the socket.
To install the socket, push it onto the anvil of the tool until it locks into place.
To remove the socket, simply pull it off.

8 OPERATION

8.1

Charging the battery pack (Fig. 2)

The battery pack for this tool is supplied in a low charge condition to prevent
possible problems, therefore, you have to charge the battery before first use.
Note: Batteries will not reach full charge the first time they are
charged. Allow several cycles for the item to fully charge. The
battery should only be charged indoors.
After normal use, about 1 hour of charging time is required for the battery to be
fully charged.
The battery pack will become slightly warm while charging, this is normal and
does not indicate a problem.
Do not place the charger in an area of extreme heat or cold. Best is at normal
room temperature.
8.1.1

Charging indication

The charger has 2 LED lights (red and green).
Slide the battery pack in the charger as shown in fig. 2. Make sure there is
proper contact with the charger.
When charging the red is constantly lit and the green is extinguished.
When fully charged the green is constantly lit and the red is extinguished.
8.2

Inserting and removing the battery (Fig. 3)

Remove the battery pressing the battery latches and at the same time pull the
battery pack off.
To insert the battery, push the battery pack onto the contacts of the tool.
8.3

Switch on/off (Fig. 4)

The impact screwdriver is started and stopped by depressing and releasing the
ON/OFF switch trigger (7).
This impact screwdriver is equipped with an electric brake, when the ON/OFF
switch trigger (7) is released completely, the chuck stops immediately.
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