INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Cordless Drill. Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS LISTED BELOW MAY RESULT IN ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE AND/ OR SERIOUS INJURY. THE TERM “POWER TOOL” IN ALL WARNINGS LISTED BELOW REFERS TO YOUR 18V CORDLESS DRILL. WORK AREA 1.
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5. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts. POWER TOOL USE AND CARE 1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.
eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns. SERVICE 1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING! Read these electrical safety instructions thoroughly before connecting the product to the mains supply. This product battery charger is provided with a standard 13 amp, 230 volt (50Hz), BS 1363 plug, for connection to a standard, domestic electrical supply. Should the plug need changing at any time, ensure that a plug of identical specification is used.
BATTERY CHARGING WARNING: WHEN THE BATTERY IS REMOVED FROM THE DRILL AFTER USE, IT MAY BE HOT. ALWAYS ALLOW IT TO COOL BEFORE RECHARGING. DO NOT RECHARGE A HOT BATTERY. • The battery pack must be charged before operating the drill. •...
BEFORE USE FITTING THE BATTERY FIT THE BATTERY 1. Slide the battery pack onto the base of the handle. REMOVE THE BATTERY 1. Press and hold the release button on top of the battery. 2. Slide the battery away from the base of the handle.
ADJUSTMENTS FORWARD/REVERSE OPERATION The forward/reverse switch is used to select the direction of rotation. 1. Use the forward/reverse switch to select the direction of rotation. 2. Reverse should only be selected when removing screws. SAFETY LOCK OFF The forward/reverse switch can be used as the safety lock off button by pushing it half way through the drill body.
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SELECTING THE DRILLING MODE WARNING: DO NOT CHANGE THE DRILLING MODE WHILE THE CHUCK IS ROTATING. The drill is equipped with three operating modes. Hammer drilling mode Rotary drill mode Screwdriver mode CAUTION: WHEN IN THE HAMMER DRILLING MODE YOU SHOULD ONLY USE MASONRY DRILL BITS (NOT SUPPLIED).
TORQUE ADJUSTMENT (SCREWDRIVER MODE ONLY) To select the correct torque setting for screwdriver operation: 1. Set the torque selector to 1. 2. Fit and tighten the first screw. 3. If the clutch starts to ratchet before the screw is correctly seated, rotate the torque adjustment collar to a higher number until the clutch ratchets...
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DRILLING TIPS • Always use sharp, good quality drill bits. The performance of your drill is dependant on the quality of the bits used. • After drilling material to the full depth, do not simply pull out the drill but maintain chuck rotation to ease withdrawal. •...
SCREWDRIVING TIPS • Place the screwdriver bit in the head of the screw and apply light pressure to the drill. • If the screw head is not flush with the material, increase the torque and start again. • Make sure that the screwdriver bit is inserted straight and upright in the screw head, or the screw may be damaged.
SPECIFICATIONS Model Number CON18LiC Part Number 6479531 Charger voltage 230V~50Hz Battery voltage 18 volts (2000 mAh) Charging time 1.0 hour Keyless chuck capacity 1.5 mm -13 mm Torque settings Rated Max Torque 50 Nm Rated No load speed Setting 1 - 0 - 400 RPM (low gear)
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