Hints For Optimum Use - Black+Decker MTHD5 Manual

Speed selector (fig. E)
For drilling in steel and for screwdriving appli-
u
cations, slide the speed selector (10) towards
the rear of the tool (1st gear).
For drilling in materials other than steel, slide
u
the speed selector (10) towards the front of the
tool (2nd gear).

Hints for optimum use

Drilling
Always apply a light pressure in a straight line
u
with the drill bit.
Just before the drill tip breaks through the other
u
side of the workpiece, decrease pressure on
the tool.
Use a block of wood to back up workpieces
u
that may splinter.
Use spade bits when drilling large diameter
u
holes in wood.
Use HSS drill bits when drilling in metal.
u
Use masonry bits when drilling in soft masonry.
u
Use a lubricant when drilling metals other than
u
cast iron and brass.
Make an indentation using a centre punch at
u
the centre of the hole to be drilled in order to
improve accuracy.
(Original instructions)
Screwdriving
Always use the correct type and size of screw-
u
driver bit.
If screws are difficult to tighten, try applying a
u
small amount of washing liquid or soap as a
lubricant.
Always hold the tool and screwdriver bit in a
u
straight line with the screw.
Accessories
The performance of your tool depends on the ac-
cessory used. BLACK+DECKER and Piranha ac-
cessories 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.
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