Hitachi DS 18DMR Service Manual page 7

4-1-3. 22-position torque adjustable clutch (Max. clutch torque 10 N
The 22-stage clutch ensures fine torque adjustment (see Table 3). The tightening torque is selectable up to
10 N m. The wider torque selectable range extends the range of applicable works.
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Clutch cap position
* There may be difference in operation depending on the screw shapes and workpieces.
Perform a test before actual driving.
4-1-4. 13 mm keyless chuck is operable with one hand and equipped with ratcheting lock mechanism
The sleeve can be turned with one hand. The driver bits can be easily replaced by holding the main unit with one
hand while turning the sleeve with the other hand. The Models DS 18DMR and DS 14DMR are also equipped
with the ratcheting lock mechanism to prevent the sleeve from loosening during operation. A simple twist until a
click is heard locks the sleeve tight.
4-1-5. Soft-grip handle
The handle is widely covered with soft-touch elastomer (rubber-like soft resin). It is slip-resistant and securely fits
in the palm of a hand even if the gripping hand sweats.
4-1-6. One-touch hook
(1) The hook can be quickly slid out whenever necessary and slid in when not necessary.
(2) The hook is mountable on either side using a flat-blade screwdriver or a coin.
(3) The angle of the hook is adjustable in five steps.
Angle-adjustable in 5 steps
1
2.0
4
3.5
10
5.6
13
6.7
19
8.9
22
10.0
m)
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Table 3
Tightening torque
0.5 N m {20 5 kgf cm}
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0.6 N m {35 6 kgf cm}
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0.7 N m {56 7 kgf cm}
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0.8 N m {67 8 kgf cm}
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0.9 N m {89 9 kgf cm}
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1.0 N m {100 10 kgf
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Mountable on either side
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cm}
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