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The RBRC™ Seal
The RBRC™ (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation) Seal on the nickel-
cadmium battery (or battery pack) indicates that the costs to recycle the battery
(or battery pack) at the end of its useful life have already been paid by DeWalt.
In some areas, it is illegal to place spent nickel-cadmium batteries in the trash or
municipal solid waste stream and the RBRC program provides an environmen-
tally conscious alternative.
RBRC in cooperation with DeWalt and other battery users, has established programs in the
United States to facilitate the collection of spent nickel-cadmium batteries. Help protect our
environment and conserve natural resources by returning the spent nickel-cadmium battery to
an authorized DeWalt service center or to your local retailer for recycling. You may also con-
tact your local recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent battery.
Chargers
Your battery can be charged in D
WALT 1 Hour Chargers or 15 Minute Chargers. Be sure to
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read all safety instructions before using your charger.
Charging Procedure
These chargers require no adjustment and are designed to be as easy as possible to oper-
ate. Simply place your battery pack into the receptacle of a plugged in charger (FIG.1) and it
will automatically charge the pack.
1 HOUR CHARGERS
1. Plug the charger into an appropriate AC power outlet.
2. Insert the battery pack into the charger, as shown in FIG.1, making sure the pack is fully
seated in the charger. The red (charging) light will blink continuously indicating that the
charging process has started.
3. The battery pack will be fully charged in about 1 hour. The completion of charge will be indi-
cated by the red light remaining ON continuously. The pack is fully charged and may be
used at this time or left in the charger.
15 MINUTE CHARGERS
1. Plug the charger into an appropriate AC power outlet. The charger will beep twice, the red
light will blink and go off.
2. Insert the battery pack into the charger, as shown in FIG. 1, making sure the pack is fully
seated in the charger. The red light will blink and the charger will beep once indicating the
charging process has started.
3. The battery pack will be fully charged in less than 15 minutes under most conditions. This
will be indicated by the red light remaining ON and 3 beeps. The pack is fully charged and
may be used at this time or left in the charger.
Weak Battery Packs: (15 Minute Chargers). The charger can also detect a weak battery.
Such batteries are still usable but should not be expected to perform as much work. In such
cases, about 10 seconds after battery insertion, the charger will beep rapidly 8 times to indi-
cate a weak battery condition. The charger will then go on to charge the battery to the high-
est capacity possible.
Leaving the battery pack in the charger: When the red light remains ON, the charger has
switched to its "equalize charge" mode which lasts approximately 4 hours, after which the
charger will switch to "maintenance charge" mode. The battery pack can be removed at any
time during these charge cycles, but will only be fully charged if the red light is continuously
ON. The charger and battery pack can be left connected with the red light glowing indefinite-
ly. The charger will keep the battery pack fresh and fully charged. A battery pack will slowly
lose its charge when kept out of the charger. If the battery pack has not been kept on main-
tenance charge, it may need to be recharged before use. A battery pack may also slowly lose
its charge if left in a charger that is not plugged into an appropriate AC source.
Trouble Indicators: These chargers are designed to detect certain problems that can arise
with battery packs which would be indicated by the red light flashing at a fast rate (and con-
tinuous beeping for 15 Minute Chargers). If this occurs, re-insert battery pack. If problem per-
sists, try a different battery pack to determine if the charger is OK. If the new pack charges
correctly, then the original pack is defective and should be returned to a service center for
recycling. If the new battery pack elicits the same trouble indication as the original, have
charger tested at an authorized service center.
PROBLEM POWER LINE
If your charger has a Problem Power Line indicator: When the charger 'is used with some
portable power sources such as generators or sources that convert DC to AC, the charger may
temporarily suspend operation, flashing the red light with two fast blinks followed by a
pause. This indicates the power source is out of limits.
HOT PACK DELAY
If your charger has a Hot Pack Delay feature: When the charger detects a battery that is hot, it
automatically starts a Hot Pack Delay, suspending charging until the battery has cooled. After
the battery has cooled, the charger automatically switches to the Pack Charging mode. This
feature ensures maximum battery life. The red light flashes long, then short while in the Hot
Pack Delay mode.
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
NOTE: Make sure your battery pack is fully charged.
To install the battery pack into the tool handle, align the base of the tool with the notch
inside the tool's handle (FIG. 2) and slide the battery pack firmly into the handle until you hear
the lock snap into place as shown in FIG. 3.
To remove the battery pack from the tool, press the release buttons and firmly pull the bat-
tery pack out of the tool handle. Insert it into the charger as described in the charger section
of this manual.
Important Charging Notes
1. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery pack is charged when the
air temperature is between 65°F and 75°F (18°- 24°C). DO NOT charge the battery pack
in an air temperature below +40°F(+4.5°C), or above +105°F (+40.5°C). This is important
and will prevent serious damage to the battery pack.
2. The charger and battery pack may become warm to touch while charging. This is a normal
condition, and does not indicate a problem.
3. The 15 minute charger has an internal temperature limit that, when exceeded, will tem-
porarily stop the full charge current. This is indicated by the yellow light being ON. The nor-
mal charge cycle will resume when the temperature falls below the preset limit and will be
indicated by the yellow light turning OFF. The charge time may be extended beyond the
normal 15 minutes. Use the charger in normal room temperatures whenever possible. To
prevent overheating, do not cover the charger and do not charge battery packs in direct
sunlight or near heat sources.
4. If the battery pack does not charge properly — (1) Check current at receptacle by plugging
in a lamp or other appliance, (2) Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light switch
which turns power off when you turn out the lights. (3) Move charger and battery pack to a
location where the surrounding air temperature is approximately 65°F - 75°F (18°- 24°C).
(4) If charging problems persist, take or send the tool, battery pack and charger to your
local service center.
5. The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to produce sufficient power on jobs
which were easily done previously. DO NOT CONTINUE to use under these conditions.
Follow the charging procedure. You may also charge a partially used pack whenever you
desire with no adverse affect on the battery pack.
6. Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged in to the power supply, the exposed
charging contacts inside the charger can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign materials
of a conductive nature such as, but not limited to, steel wool, aluminum foil, or any buildup
of metallic particles should be kept away from charger cavities. Always unplug the charg-
er from the power supply when there is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug charger before
attempting to clean.
7. Do not freeze or immerse charger in water or any other liquid.
8.
WARNING: Don't allow any liquid to get inside charger. Electric shock may result. To
facilitate the cooling of the battery pack after use, avoid placing the charger or battery pack
in a warm environment such as in a metal shed, or an uninsulated trailer.
9.
CAUTION: Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If the plastic housing
of the battery pack breaks or cracks, return to a service center for recycling.
Important!
This product is not user servicable. There are no user servicable parts inside the charger.
Servicing at an authorized service center is required to avoid damage to static sensitive inter-
nal components.
READ ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE BATTERY CHARGER SECTION OF THIS
MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO CHARGE THE BATTERY PACK FOR YOUR TOOL.
Always use correct battery pack (pack supplied with tool or replacement pack exactly like it.)
Never install any other battery pack. It will ruin your tool and may create a hazardous condi-
tion.
Variable Speed Switch (Fig. 4)
To turn the tool on, squeeze the trigger switch (A). To turn the tool off, release the trigger
switch. Your tool is equipped with a brake. The chuck will stop as soon as the trigger switch
is fully released.
The variable speed switch enables you to select the best speed for a particular application.
The farther you squeeze the trigger, the faster the tool will operate. Use lower speeds for start-
ing holes without a centerpunch, drilling in metals or plastics, driving screws and drilling
ceramics. Higher speeds are better for drilling in wood, wood compositions and for using abra-
sive and polishing accessories. For maximum tool life, use variable speed only for starting
holes or fasteners.
NOTE: Continuous use in variable speed range is not recommended. It may damage the
switch and should be avoided.
Forward/Reverse Control Button (Fig. 4)
A forward/reverse control button (B) determines the direction of the tool and also serves as a
lock off button. To select forward rotation, release the trigger switch and depress the for-
ward/reverse control button on the right side of the tool.To select reverse, depress the for-
ward/reverse control button on the left side of the tool. The center position of the control but-
ton locks the tool in the off position. When changing the position of the control button, be sure
the trigger is released. NOTE: The first time the tool is run after changing the direction of rota-
tion, you may hear a click on start up. This is normal and does not indicate a problem.
Torque Adjustment Collar (Fig. 5)
The torque adjustment collar (A) is clearly marked with numbers and a drill bit symbol.The col-
lar should be rotated until the desired setting is located at the top of the tool. Locators are pro-
vided in the collar to eliminate the guess work when selecting fastening torque. The higher the
number on the collar, the higher the torque and the larger the fastener which can be driven.
To lock the clutch for drilling operations, move to the drill bit position.
NOTE: When using the Drill/Driver for drilling holes, be sure that the Torque Adjusting Collar
is set so the figure of the drill is aligned with the arrow on the top of the tool. Failure to do this
will allow the clutch to slip while attempting to drill
Keyless Chuck (Fig. 6)
Your tool features a keyless chuck for greater convenience. To insert a drill bit or other acces-
sory, follow the steps listed below.
1. Lock the trigger switch in the off position as described earlier.
2. Grasp the rear half of the chuck with one hand and use your other hand to rotate the front
half counterclockwise, as shown in FIG 6. Rotate far enough so that the chuck opens suffi-
ciently to accept the desired accessory.
3. Insert the bit or other accessory about 3/4" into the chuck and tighten securely by holding the
rear half of the chuck and rotating the front portion in the clockwise direction.
To release the accessory, repeat step 2 listed above.
WARNING: Do not attempt to tighten drill bits (or any other accessory) by gripping the front
part of the chuck and turning the tool on. Damage to the chuck and personal injury may result.
Always lock off trigger switch when changing accessories.
Be sure to tighten chuck with two hands on both the rear sleeve and the forward sleeve for max-
imum tightness.
Chuck Removal (Fig. 7)
Always wear eye protection.
Turn the adjustment collar to the "drill" position. Tighten the chuck around the shorter end of a
hex key (not supplied) of 1/4" or greater size. Using a wooden mallet or similar object, strike the
longer end in the clockwise direction, as shown in FIG. 7. This will loosen the screw inside the
chuck.
Open chuck jaws fully, insert screwdriver (or Torx tool if required) into front of chuck between
jaws to engage screw head. Remove screw by turning clockwise (left-hand-thread). Place hex
key in chuck and tighten, as shown in FIG. 8. Using a wooden mallet or similar object, strike
key sharply in the counterclockwise direction. This will loosen the chuck so that it can be
unscrewed by hand.
Chuck Installation (Fig. 8)
Screw the chuck on by hand as far as it will go and insert screw (LH thread). Tighten screw
securely. Tighten the chuck around the shorter end of a 1/4" or larger hex key (not supplied)
strike the longer end in the clockwise direction with a wooden mallet, as shown in FIG. 7. Tighten
the screw once again by turning in a counterclockwise direction.
Operation as a Drill
Turn the collar to the drill bit symbol. Install and tighten the desired drill bit in the chuck. Follow
these instructions for best results when drilling:
DRILLING
1. Use sharp drill bits only. For WOOD, use twist drill bits, spade bits, power auger bits, or
hole saws. For METAL, use high speed steel twist drill bits or hole saws.
2. Be sure the material to be drilled is anchored or clamped firmly. If drilling thin material, use
a "back-up" block to prevent damage to the material.
3. Always apply pressure in a straight line with the bit. Use enough pressure to keep the drill bit
biting, but do not push hard enough to stall the motor or deflect the bit.
4. Hold tool firmly to control the twisting action of the drill.
5. IF DRILL STALLS, it is usually because it is being overloaded. RELEASE TRIGGER
IMMEDIATELY, remove drill bit from work, and determine cause of stalling. DO NOT CLICK
TRIGGER OFF AND ON IN AN ATTEMPT TO START A STALLED DRILL – THIS CAN
DAMAGE THE DRILL.
6. To minimize stalling or breaking through the material, reduce pressure on drill and ease the
bit through the last fractional part of the hole.
7. Keep the motor running when pulling the bit back out of a drilled hole. This will help prevent
jamming.
8. With variable speed drills there is no need to center punch the point to be drilled. Use a slow
speed to start the hole and accelerate by squeezing the trigger harder when the hole is deep
enough to drill without the bit skipping out. Operate at full on after starting the bit.
Drilling in Wood
Holes in wood can be made with the same twist drills used for metal. These bits may overheat
unless pulled out frequently to clear chips from the flutes. For larger holes, use low speed wood
bits. Work that is likely to splinter should be backed up with a block of wood.
Drilling in Metals
Use a cutting lubricant when drilling metals. The exceptions are cast iron and brass which
should be drilled dry. The cutting lubricants that work best are sulphurized cutting oil or lard oil;
bacon grease will also serve the purpose.
Operation as a Screwdriver
Insert the desired fastener accessory into the chuck as you would any drill bit. Make a few
practice runs in scrap or unseen areas to determine the proper position of the clutch collar.
Maintenance
CLEANING: With the motor running, blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with dry air at least
once a week. Wear safety glasses when performing this. Exterior plastic parts may be cleaned
with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Although these parts are highly solvent resistant,
NEVER use solvents.
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