Contents Warranty Description of symbols Specifications General safety rules Additional safety rules for drills Additional safety rules for rotary hammers 6 Contents of carton Know your product Unpacking Inserting SDS bits Auxiliary handle Using the dust protector cap Selecting the required function Fitting a keyed chuck Switching on and off Operation...
Introduction Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria. You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, and, with proper care, it will give you many years of dependable service.
General safety rules 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 of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless) power tool.
b. 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. c. Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools.
• When using the drill, use safety equipment including safety glasses or shield, ear defenders, and protective clothing including safety gloves. Wear a dust mask if the drilling operation creates dust. WARNING. Before connecting a tool to a power source (mains socket power point receptacle, outlet, etc.) be sure that the voltage supply is the same as that specified on the nameplate of the tool.
• Wear work gloves to protect fingers from bruising and abrasions. • Always check walls and ceilings for position of hidden power cables, pipes etc. A metal detector can be obtained from any good DIY store for this purpose. • Wear ear protectors.
Unpacking Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely that your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is missing. If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.
Rotation only mode of operation Set the selector knob (4) to the position and the hammer function switch (7) to the right position. Rotary hammer mode of operation Set the selector knob (4) to the position and the hammer function switch (7) to the left Hammer only mode of operation Set the selector knob (4) to the position and the hammer...
2. Use a spatula or similar instrument to apply the grease into the gearbox cavity. Be careful not to scratch or otherwise damage the mechanism. 3. Replace the cover. CAUTION. Do not over-tighten the cover (5) or overfill the gearbox with grease. If you run out of grease, or are not sure how to change the grease, please take your product to the nearest...
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GMC customer assist If your product needs repairing, replacing, technical service or you simply need help or advice, please contact us on our Customer Assist Line 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). For prompt service we suggest you log your service request online at www.gmcservice.com.au.
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