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ITEM #0382461 18-VOLT CORDLESS IMPACT DRIVER MODEL # K18ID-16A KOBALT® and the K & Design® are registered trademarks of LF, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Français p. 15 Espaňol p. 29 ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE Serial Number _______________ Purchase Date _______________ Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT, 8 a.m.
SAFETY INFORMATION Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble or operate this product. If you have any questions regarding the product, please call customer service at 1-888- 3KOBALT, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday. WARNING ...
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SAFETY INFORMATION Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely. SYMBOL DEFINITION SYMBOL DEFINITION Volts Direct Current Amps No-load Speed...
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SAFETY INFORMATION Personal Safety 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.
SAFETY INFORMATION Battery Tool Use and Care 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. ...
PACKAGE CONTENTS PART DESRIPTION QUANTITY Sleeve Variable-speed trigger switch LED work light Direction-of-rotation selector Belt clip Bit holder Screws...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Attaching the Battery Pack (sold separately) NOTE: This 18 V Impact Driver is compatible with Kobalt Compact Lithium-ion Battery (0352546), Kobalt Extended Run Lithium-ion Battery (0352548) and Kobalt 18V NiCd Battery (0005667). Place the direction-of-rotation selector (D) in the center (locked) position.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Installing the Belt Clip Align the rib of the belt clip (E) with the hole on the base of the driver. Insert the screw (G) and tighten the screw securely with a Phillips screwdriver (not included). NOTE: The belt clip and drill bit holder are interchangeable between the left and right side of the driver.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Removing the Bit Holder Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screw that attaches the bit holder (F) to the impact driver. Remove the screw and the bit holder (F). Trigger Switch To turn the impact driver ON, depress the trigger switch (B).
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Direction-of-Rotation Selector (Forward/Center Lock/Reverse) The direction of bit rotation is reversible and is controlled by a selector located above the trigger switch (B). With the impact driver held in the normal operating position, pointing away from you: Position the direction-of-rotation selector (D) to the left of the tool for forward rotation.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 10. LED Worklight The LED worklight (C), located on the base of the impact driver, illuminates when you press the trigger switch (B). This provides additional light on the surface of the workpiece for operation in lower-light areas. The LED worklight (C) will turn off when the trigger switch is released.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 12. Removing Bits Lock the trigger switch by placing the direction-of rotation selector (D) in the OFF (center) position. Pull the sleeve (A) towards the front of the tool and hold it in place. Remove the bit from the hexagonal hole in the bit retainer.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE All maintenance should only be carried out by an authorized service organization. Cleaning Before cleaning or performing any maintenance, remove the battery pack from the tool. For safe and proper working, always keep the tool and its ventilation slots clean. Always use only a soft, dry cloth to clean your impact driver.
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