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- Page 1 CORDLESS DRYWALL/DECKING SCREWGUN SG18V INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Warranty Introduction Environmental protection Description of symbols Specifications General safety rules Additional safety rules for drills Additional safety rules for the charging system Additional safety rules for the battery pack Discharging your battery Know your product Accessories Installing and removing the battery pack Battery charging To obtain the best life for the battery Switching on and off... -
Page 3: Introduction
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. -
Page 4: General Safety Rules
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. -
Page 5: Additional Safety Rules For Drills
c. Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally. d. 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. -
Page 6: Additional Safety Rules For The Charging System
• Rags, cloths, cord, string and the like should never be left around the work area. • Support the work properly. • If you are interrupted when operating the drill, complete the process and switch off before looking up. • Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other fixings are properly tightened. -
Page 7: Additional Safety Rules For The Battery Pack
• Do not use the charging system if it has been subjected to a heavy knock, dropped or otherwise damaged in any way. Take the charging system to an authorised service centre for a check or repair. • Do not disassemble the charging system. Take it to an authorised service centre when service or repair is required. -
Page 8: Know Your Product
Know your product 1. Bit holder nose cone 2. Rubber coated handle 3. Depth adjustment collar 4. Locking collar 5. Gear selector 6. Forward/reverse switch 7. Variable speed trigger switch 8. Battery pack 9. Battery pack release button 10. Charger 11. -
Page 9: Accessories
Accessories The SG18V is supplied with: • 2 x 18V Battery packs • Bit holder (with nose cone) We recommend that you purchase you accessories in the store from where you obtained the tool. Use good quality accessories and the brand recommended by the vendor. -
Page 10: To Obtain The Best Life For The Battery
To obtain the best life for the battery Never allow the drill to come to a complete standstill before recharging. The battery should be placed on charge whenever the battery is noticeably running down or the drill no longer performs a task it previously performed. -
Page 11: Speed Gearbox
2 Speed gearbox The 2 speed gearbox allows you to select a gear with the optimum speed and torque to suit the application. To select the first gear (low speed, high torque setting), turn the tool off and wait until it stops. Push the gear selector (5) back, towards the chuck, so that “LOW”... -
Page 12: Fitting The Magnetic Bit Holder
Fitting the magnetic bit holder Hex head screws, hex bits and magnetic bit holders such as that supplied as accessories can be fitted into the clutch of the tool. When fitting a hex head screw, adjust the driving depth so that the distance between the underside of the screw head and the outer rim of the nose piece is 1-1.5mm (to suit the required degree of tightness). -
Page 13: Adjusting The Driving Depth Of Screws
Adjusting the driving depth of screws The depth to which a screw is driven into the wall or other surface can be accurately set to suit the type of screw and the material being fastened. It’s possible to drive screws so that they are raised, flush or countersunk into the material. -
Page 14: Hints For Use
Hints for use • When driving screws close to the ends of hardwoood or treated timber boards it may be necessary to pre-drill pilot holes to prevent spitting. • Use the proper screws for the task on hand. Drywall screws are not suitable for decking applications. •... - Page 16 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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