Black & Decker BDCS20 - LITHIUM-ION SCREWDRIVER Manual

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or mode rate injury.

NOTICE: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

1. WORK AREA SAFETY
   1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
   2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
   3. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
2. ELECTRICAL SAFETY
   1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
   2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
   3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
   4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
   5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
   6. If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
3. PERSONAL SAFETY
   1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
   2. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
   3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting to power source and/ or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
   4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
   5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
   6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
   7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
4. POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
   1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
   2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
   3. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
   4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
   5. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool's operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
   6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
   7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits, etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
5. BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
   1. Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
   2. Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
   3. 
      When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
   4. 
      Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery, avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
6. 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.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the fastener may contact hidden wiring. Fasteners contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
• When working on a ladder or on scaffolding be sure to lay the tool down on its side when not in use. Some tools with large battery packs will stand upright but may be easily knocked over.
• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the work piece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
• Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from air vents. Air vents often cover moving parts in which these items can be caught.

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.

Use of this tool can generate and/or disperse dust, which may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body.

ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday eye glasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT:

• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3)
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection

SYMBOLS
The label on your tool may include the following symbols.

V	volts	A	amperes
Hz	hertz	W	watts
min	minutes	or AC	alternating current
or DC	direct current	n0	no load speed
	Class I Construction (grounded)		earthing terminal
	Class II Construction (double insulated)		safety alert symbol
	Use proper eye protection	.../min or rpm	revolutions or reciprocation per minute
	Use proper hearing protection		Use proper respiratory protection

Batteries

• Do not disassemble or open, drop (mechanical abuse), crush, bend or deform, puncture, or shred.
• Do not modify or remanufacture, attempt to insert foreign objects into the battery, immerse or expose to water or other liquids, or expose to fire, excessive heat including soldering irons, or put in microwave oven.
• Only use the battery with a charging system specified by the manufacturer/supplier.
• Do not short-circuit a battery or allow metallic or conductive objects to contact both battery terminals simultaneously.
• Dispose of used batteries promptly according to the manufacturer/supplier's instructions.
• Improper battery use may result in a fire, explosion, or other hazard.
• Battery usage by children should be supervised.

Never attempt to open the battery for any reason. If battery case is cracked or damaged, do not insert into charger. Do not crush, drop or damage battery. Do not use a battery or charger that has received a sharp blow, been dropped, run over or damaged in any way (i.e., pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged batteries should be returned to service center for recycling.

Charging

1. This manual contains important safety and operating instructions.
2. Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary warnings on battery charger and product using battery.
   
   To reduce the risk of injury, use charger only with this product. Batteries in other products may burst causing personal injury or damage.
3. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
4. 
   Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by BLACK+DECKER may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
5. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger.
6. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
7. 
   An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
   1. Two-wire cords can be used with 2-wire or 3-wire extension cords. Only round jacketed extension cords should be used, and we recommend that they be listed by Underwriters Laboratories (U.L.). If the extension is to be used outside, the cord must be suitable for outdoor use. Any cord marked for outdoor use can also be used for indoor work. The letters "W" or "WA" on the cord jacket indicate that the cord is suitable for outdoor use.
   2. An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety, and to prevent loss of power and overheating. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cable; that is, 16 gauge has more capacity than 18 gauge. When using more than one extension to make up the total length, be sure each extension contains at least the minimum wire size.

8. Use only the supplied charger when charging your tool. The use of any other charger could damage the tool or create a hazardous condition.
9. Use only one charger when charging.
10. Do not attempt to open the charger. There are no customer serviceable parts inside. Return to any authorized BLACK+DECKER service center.
11. DO NOT incinerate the tool or batteries even if they are severely damaged or completely worn out. The batteries can explode in a fire.
12. Do not incinerate the battery even if it is severely damaged or is completely worn out. The batteries can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created when lithium ion batteries are burned.
13. Do not charge or use battery in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Inserting or removing the drill from the charger may ignite the dust or fumes.
14. If battery contents come into contact with the skin, immediately wash area with mild soap and water. If battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open eye for three minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical attention is needed, the battery electrolyte is composed of a mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithium salts.

Battery liquid may be flammable if exposed to spark or flame.

Drilling and Driving

Tool may stall (if overloaded or improperly used) causing a twist. To reduce the risk of injury always expect the stall. Grip the tool firmly to control the twisting action and prevent loss of control which could cause personal injury. If a stall does occur, release the trigger immediately and determine the reason for the stall before re-starting.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

1. SWITCH
2. FORWARD / REVERSE / LOCK OFF SLIDER
3. HEX SPINDLE
4. CHARGING PORT
5. CHARGING PLUG
6. CHARGER

Charging Procedure

The batteries in your tool are not fully charged at the factory. Before attempting to charge them, thoroughly read all of the safety instructions.

1. The charging port (4) is keyed to lock out other chargers. Align the tab in the charger plug (5) with the key in the charging socket.
2. Plug the charger output plug (5) into the charging port (4) of the tool as shown.
   
3. Plug the charger (6) into any standard 120 Volt 60 Hz electrical outlet.
4. Let the tool charge initially for at least 23 hours. After the initial charge, your tool should be fully charged in 23 hours from a fully discharged condition.Recharge discharged batteries as soon as possible after use or battery life may be greatly diminished. For longest battery life, do not discharge batteries fully. It is recommended that the batteries be recharged after each use.

Do not use tool while it is connected to the charger.

When disconnecting the charger from the tool, be sure to unplug the charger from the outlet first, then disconnect the charger cord from the tool.

Important Charging Notes

1. Your tool was sent from the factory in an uncharged condition. Before attempting to use it, it must be charged for at least 9 hours.
2. 
   To reduce the risk of damage to the batteries, NEVER charge them in an air temperature below 40°F (4,5°C) or above 105°F (40,5°C). Also, NEVER charge them if the battery temperature is below 40°F (4,5°C) or above 105°F (40,5°C). Longest life and best performance occurs when batteries are charged with an air temperature of approximately 75°F (24°C).
3. While charging, the charger may hum and become warm to touch. This is a normal condition and does not indicate a problem.
4. If the batteries do 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. Check that the charger plug is fully inserted into the charger port on the tool.
   4. If the receptacle is OK, and you do not get proper charging, take or send the tool and charger to your local BLACK+DECKER service center. See Tools Electric in yellow pages.
5. The tool should be recharged when it fails to produce sufficient power on jobs which were easily done previously. Battery life may be greatly diminished if batteries are discharged deeply. DO NOT CONTINUE using product with its batteries in a depleted condition. Recharge discharged batteries promptly.
6. To maximize battery life:
   1. Do not fully discharge batteries.
   2. Fully recharge batteries after each use.
   3. Store tool in a location where the surrounding air temperature is approximately 40°F - 75°F (4.5°C - 24°C).
   4. Disconnect charger from tool after charge is complete.

When disconnecting the charger from the tool, be sure to unplug the charger from the outlet first, then disconnect the charger cord from the tool.

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT

INSERTING AND REMOVING BITS

• To install a bit, simply insert it into the cavity in the hex spindle (3) as shown. To remove the bit pull it straight out.
  

FORWARD / REVERSE / LOCK OFF SLIDER

• To select forward or reverse rotation, use the forward / reverse slider (2) (see arrows on the slider).
  

NOTE: When the forward / reverse slider is in the central position the tool is locked off to prevent accidental actuation or battery discharge.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

SWITCHING ON AND OFF

• To run the tool, press the switch (1).
• To stop the tool, release the switch.
• To lock the tool in the off position, move the forward / reverse slider (2) to the central position.

SCREW DRIVING

• Insert the appropriate screwdriver bit into the hex spindle.
• Select forward or reverse rotation.

SCREW DRIVING NOTES:

• Do not use double ended screwdriver bits.
• Do not use screwdriver as a pry bar in any position.
• To avoid screwdriver being turned on accidentally, do not carry in your pocket.

DRILLING

• Insert the appropriate hex shank drill bit.
• Select forward rotation.

NOTE: When drilling, the bit may become disconnected from the spindle upon withdrawing it from the material. Should this occur, the bit can be removed by re-inserting the hex shank into the spindle and running the tool in the reverse direction.

GENERAL DRILLING TIPS

• This tool is not recommended for drilling in masonry.
• Use sharp drill bits only.
• Drill bits for metal can be used for drilling holes in wood. These bits must be sharp and should be pulled out frequently when drilling to clear chips from the flutes.
• Support and secure work properly, as instructed in the safety Instructions.
• Use appropriate and required safety equipment, as instructed in the safety instructions.
• Secure and maintain work area, as instructed in the safety instructions.
• Apply pressure in a straight line with the bit. Use enough pressure to keep the bit biting but not so much as to stall the motor or deflect the bit.
• Hold the tool firmly to control its twisting action.
• DO NOT CLICK THE TRIGGER OF A STALLED TOOL OFF AND ON IN AN ATTEMPT TO START IT. DAMAGE TO THE TOOL CAN RESULT.
• Minimize stalling on breakthrough by reducing pressure and slowly drilling through last part of hole.
• Keep the motor running while pulling the bit out of a drilled hole. This will help reduce jamming.
• Make sure switch turns tool on and off.

It is important to support work properly and to hold the tool firmly to prevent loss of control which could cause personal injury.

MAINTENANCE

Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.

To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment (other than those listed in this manual) should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service personnel, always using identical replacement parts.

BATTERY REMOVAL

To remove the battery pack:

1. First, before attempting to disassemble the product, turn it on and run it in either direction until it stops to ensure a complete discharge of the batteries.
2. Remove the screws in the product housing and lift the housing half from the tool.
3. Disconnect the terminal clips from the batteries and lift the batteries out.
4. Place the battery in suitable packaging to prevent a short circuit of the battery terminals.

SERVICE INFORMATION

All BLACK+DECKER Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable power tool service. Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts, contact the BLACK+DECKER location nearest you. To find your local service location, call: 1-800-544-6986 or visit www.blackanddecker.com

Troubleshooting

For assistance with your product, visit our website www.blackanddecker.com for the location of the service center nearest you or call the BLACK+DECKER help line at 1-800-544-6986.

ACCESSORIES

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call: 1-800-544-6986.

The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be hazardous.

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