Hercules HCB79B Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

1-9/16″ sds-max type rotary hammer

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Owner's Manual &
Safety Instructions
23l
Model
HCB79B
1-9/16" SDS-Max Type Rotary Hammer
WARNING: To prevent serious injury, User must read and
understand Owner's Manual. SAVE THIS MANUAL.
When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact and undamaged.
If any parts are missing or broken, please call 1‑888‑866‑5797
as soon as possible. Reference 56844.

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions Model HCB79B 1-9/16″ SDS-Max Type Rotary Hammer WARNING: To prevent serious injury, User must read and understand Owner’s Manual. SAVE THIS MANUAL. When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call 1‑888‑866‑5797...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY Personal safety INFORMATION 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 General Power Tool Safety Warnings under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
  • Page 3 f. This product is not a toy. 8. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean Keep it out of reach of children. and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling g. People with pacemakers should consult their and control of the tool in unexpected situations.
  • Page 4: Grounded Tools: Tools With Three Prong Plugs

    b. Use containment methods to control the hazard g. To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as and protect adjacent workers from exposure. explained in this manual. If any abnormal vibration occurs, stop use immediately. c. Practice good personal hygiene to avoid unnecessary exposure to silica dust.
  • Page 5: Extension Cords

    Double Insulated Tools: Tools TABLE A: RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS* (120/240 VOLT) with Two Prong Plugs EXTENSION CORD NAMEPLATE LENGTH AMPERES 25´ 50´ 75´ 100´ 150´ (at full load) 0 – 2.0 2.1 – 3.4 3.5 – 5.0 5.1 –...
  • Page 6: Specifications

    Specifications Functional Description Electrical Rating 120VAC / 60Hz / 11.5A SDS‑Max Type Shank Style (sold separately) No Load Speed : 235‑515/min Impact Rate (Blows 1350‑2950 BPM Per Minute) Warning Symbols and Definitions This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
  • Page 7: Workpiece And Work Area Set Up

    Operating Instructions Adjusting Depth Rod 1. Loosen Screw next to Depth Rod Holder. Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including Depth Rod all text under subheadings therein Holder before set up or use of this product. Screw TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:...
  • Page 8 5. Make sure that the Trigger is in the General Instructions for Use off‑position, then plug in the tool. CAUTION! Most drill bits are designed for use in the CAUTION! Keep power cord away forward, clockwise direction. Do not use a drill bit from moving machines.
  • Page 9: Cleaning, Maintenance, And Lubrication

    Cleaning, Maintenance, MAINTENANCE AND and Lubrication SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS 1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general Procedures not specifically explained condition of the tool. Check for: in this manual must be performed • loose hardware, only by a qualified technician. • misalignment or binding of moving parts, •...
  • Page 10: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions Tool will not start. 1. Cord not connected. 1. Check that cord is plugged in. 2. No power at outlet. 2. Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered, turn off tool and check circuit breaker. If breaker is tripped, make sure circuit is right capacity for tool and circuit has no other loads.
  • Page 11 Record Product’s Serial Number Here: Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. Specify UPC 193175504197 when ordering parts. Item 56844 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
  • Page 12 LIMITED 90 DAYS WARRANTY Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase.

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