Maintenance - Black & Decker ASL146 Instructions Manual

Torque/speed range
Non-working position used only to switch between
low speed, high speed and high torque.
Screwdriving applications
High toque drilling applications
Large drill bits in steel
Large spade bits in wood
High speed drilling applications
Small diameter drill bits in wood, plastic and
metal.
1-8mm
Large diameter drill bits in wood, plastic, metal.
Small spade bits in wood
LED light
The LED light (8) is activated automatically when the trigger is
depressed. The LED will illuminate when the trigger is partially
depressed, before the unit begins running. The LED will also
illuminate when the trigger is depressed and the forward/
reverse slider (2) is in the locked off position (central position).
Hints for optimum use
Torque range:
low torque for
Drilling
small screws
Always apply a light pressure in a straight line with the drill
and high torque
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bit.
for large
Just before the drill tip breaks through the other side of the
screws.
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workpiece, decrease pressure on the tool.
Use a block of wood to back up workpieces that may
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splinter.
Use spade bits when drilling large diameter holes in wood.
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Use HSS drill bits when drilling in metal.
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Use masonry bits when drilling in soft masonry.
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Use a lubricant when drilling metals other than cast iron
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and brass.
Make an indentation using a centre punch at the centre of
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the hole to be drilled in order to improve accuracy.
Screwdriving
Always use the correct type and size of screwdriver bit.
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If screws are difficult to tighten, try applying a small
u
amount of washing liquid or soap as a lubricant.
Always hold the tool and screwdriver bit in a straight line
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with the screw.

Maintenance

Your Black & Decker tool has been designed to operate over a
long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool
care and regular cleaning.
Your charger does not require any maintenance apart from
regular cleaning.
Warning! Before performing any maintenance on the tool,
remove the battery from the tool. Unplug the charger before
cleaning it.
Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool and
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charger using a soft brush or dry cloth.
Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth. Do
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not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.
Regularly open the chuck and tap it to remove any dust
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from the interior.
(Original instructions)
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