Performax 241-0908 Operator's Manual

18 v drill/driver with lithium-ion battery

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Operator's Manual

18 V Drill/Driver with Lithium-Ion

Battery

241-0908

IMPORTANT:

WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual.

Safety symbols in this manual are used to call attention to possible dangers.

The safety symbols and their explanations require the operator's full understand-

ing. The safety warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger, nor are

they a substitute for proper accident-prevention measures.

This Safety Alert Symbol indicates caution, warning, or danger. Failure to

obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to the operator or to others.

To reduce the risk of injury, fire, or electric shock, always follow the safety pre-

cautions.

CHARGE BATTERY

BEFORE FIRST USE

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Page 1 Operator’s Manual 18 V Drill/Driver with Lithium-Ion Battery 241-0908 CHARGE BATTERY BEFORE FIRST USE IMPORTANT: WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual. Safety symbols in this manual are used to call attention to possible dangers.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Symbols................page 3 Safety Instructions..............page 5 Description................. page 11 Assembly..................page 13 Operation..................page 14 Maintenance................page 23 Troubleshooting................page 25 Warranty..................page 25 INTRODUCTION SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! This Drill has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.
Page 3: Safety Symbols
SAFTEY SYMBOLS The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
Page 4 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Some of these following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes...
Page 5: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GENRAL SAFETY RULES WARNING: Read all safety warnings and 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.
Page 6 3) PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
Page 7 operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools. keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. Use the power tool, accessories, tool bits, etc.
Page 8 Use only battery pack and charger. Any attempt to use another battery pack will cause damage to the Drill; it could cause possibly explode or cause a fire or personal injury. Remove the battery pack from the Drill before performing any routine maintenance or cleaning.
Page 9 CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the charger and battery, charge only those rechargeable batteries specifically designated on your charger’s label. Other types of batteries may burst, causing personal injury or damage. Do not use the charger outdoors or expose it to wet or damp conditions. Water entering the charger will increase the risk of electric shock.
Page 10 technician at Authorized Service Center for an electrical check to determine if the charger is in good working order. Do not disassemble the charger. Take it to an authorized service technician at Authorized Service Center when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
Page 11: Description
DESCRIPTION kNOW YOUR DRILL (Fig.1) Fig. 1 Two-speed gear box switch Torque adjustment ring Vents Direction of Rotation Variable-speed Selector (Forward/Center trigger switch Lock/ Reverse) LED Worklight Battery Release Bit Storage Button Battery Pack PRODUCT SPECIFICATION Motor 18 Volt DC Switch VSR (Variable Speed Reversible) No Load Speed...
Page 12 WARNING! The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual, as well as knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. ADJUSTABLE TORQUE The drill has a 23+1 position clutch.
Page 13: Assembly
ASSEMBLY WARNING: If any part is broken or missing, do not attempt to plug in the power cord or operate the Drill until the broken or missing part is replaced. Fail- ure to do so could result in possible serious injury. WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this Drill or create accessories not rec- ommended for use with this Drill.
Page 14: Operation
OPERATION LOW-BATTERY CAPACITY INSTRUCTION Unlike other battery pack types, Lithium-Ion battery packs deliver fade-free power for their entire run time. The tool will not experience a slow, gradual loss of power as you work. To signal that the battery pack is at the end of its run time and needs to be charged, the power to the tool will drop quickly.
Page 15 A fully discharged battery pack will charge in about 60min (for included battery pack 252-0908). 1. Charge the battery pack with the correct charger. 2. Connect the charger to a power supply. 3. Align the raised ribs of the battery pack with the slot in the charger base. Slide the battery pack into the Fig.
Page 16 CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACk If the battery pack is above normal temperature range, the red LED will illuminate and the green LED will be off. When the battery pack cools down to approximately 122°F (50°C), the charger will automatically begin charging. CHARGING A COLD BATTERY PACk If the battery pack is below the normal temperature range, the red LED will illuminate and the green LED will be off.
Page 17 3. Pull forward on the battery pack to remove from the tool. WARNING! Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore, the direction-of-rotation selector should always be locked when not in use or carry- ing at your side. NOTE: When placing battery pack on the tool, be sure that the raised rib on the battery pack aligns with the groove on the drill and the latches snap into place properly.
Page 18 ELECTRIC BRAkE To stop the Drill, release the trigger switch and allow the tool to come to a complete stop. The electric brake Fig. 6 quickly stops the rotation. This OPEN (release) feature engages automatically when you release the trigger switch. Keyless chuck kEYLESS CHUCk (Fig.6)
Page 19 DRILL MODE (Fig. 8) Fig. 8 Select drill mode for drilling and other heavy duty applications. To select drill mode, rotate the torque adjustment ring until the icon aligns with the torque indicator and clicks into position. TWO-SPEED GEAR BOX (Fig.
Page 20 LED WORkLIGHT (Fig. 10) Fig. 10 The LED worklight, located on the worklight base of the Drill, will illuminate when the trigger switch is depressed. This provides additional light on the surface of the workpiece for operation in lower-light areas. The LED worklight will turn off when the trigger switch is released.
Page 21 WARNING: Make sure to insert the drill bit straight into the chuck jaws. Do not insert the drill bit into the chuck jaws at an angle then tighten, as shown in figure 12. This could cause the drill bit to be thrown from the drill, resulting in possible serious personal injury or damage to the chuck.
Page 22 METAL DRILLING 1. For maximum performance, use high speed steel bits for metal or steel drilling. 2. When drilling metals, use light oil on the drill bit to keep it from overheating. The oil will prolong the life of the bit and increase the drilling action. 3.
Page 23: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE GENERAL MAINTENANCE WARNING! To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when cleaning or performing any maintenance. The tool may be cleaned most effectively with compressed dry air. Always wear safety goggles when cleaning tools with compressed air. Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts.
Page 24 WARNING! Upon removal of the battery pack for disposal or recycling, cover the battery pack’s terminals with heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to destroy or disassemble battery pack or remove any of its components. lithium- ion batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Also, never touch both terminals with metal objects and/or body parts as short circuit may result.
Page 25: Troubleshooting
WARRANTY If, during normal use, this PERFORMAX power tool breaks or fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two years from the date of original purchase, simply bring this tool and its sales receipt back to your nearest Menards retail store for a free equivalent replacement within those two years.

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