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• Remove the chuck by turning it counterclockwise.
• To attach the chuck, screw it onto the spindle and secure it with the chuck retaining
screw.
oPeRAtING INStRuctIoNS
WARNING:
to reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read, understand and
follow all safety warnings and instructions prior to using tool.
WARNING:
It is important to support the work properly and to hold the drill
firmly with both hands to prevent loss of control which could cause personal injury.
WARNING:
do not attempt to tighten drill bits (or any other accessory) by
gripping the front part of the chuck and turning the tool on. Damage to the chuck
and personal injury may occur when changing accessories.
WARNING:
to reduce the risk of injury, always unplug drill from power supply
before making any adjustments or changing accessories.
WARNING:
to reduce the risk of injury, let the tool work at its own pace. Do not
overload.
SWItcHeS (fIGuRe d)
• To switch the tool on, depress the variable speed switch (1). The tool speed depends
on how far you press the switch.
• For continuous operation, press the lock-on button (2) and release the variable speed
switch. This option is available only at full speed.
• To switch the tool off, release the variable speed switch. To switch the tool off when in
continuous operation, depress the variable speed switch once more and release it.
WARNING:
The drill should only be locked ON when it is held stationary in a drill
press stand or other means; NOT BY HAND! Never unplug the tool with the locking
feature engaged. To do so will cause the tool to start immediately the next time it is
plugged in.
ReveRSING leveR
The reversing lever (3) is used for withdrawing bits from tight holes and removing
screws. It is located above the trigger switch. To reverse the motor, release the trigger
switch FIRST and then push the lever to the right. After any reversing operations,
return lever to forward position. Never change the direction of rotation while the motor
is running.
dRIllING
• Always unplug the drill when attaching or removing accessories. When attaching
accessories in the drill chuck, it is important to securely tighten the chuck to prevent
slippage. When using a keyless chuck, hand tighten firmly.
• Use sharp drill bits only.
• Support and secure work properly, as instructed in the Safety Instructions.
• Use appropriate and required safety equipment, as instructed in the safety
instructions.
• Secure and maintain work area, as instructed in the safety instructions.
• Run the drill very slowly, using light pressure, until the hole is started enough to keep
the drill bit from slipping out of it.
• Apply pressure in a straight line with the bit. Use enough pressure to keep the bit
biting but not so much as to stall the motor or deflect the bit.
• Hold the drill firmly with both hands to control its twisting action.
• Drills equipped with a side handle must use the side handle.
•
DO NOT CLICK THE TRIGGER OF A STALLED DRILL OFF AND ON IN AN
ATTEMPT TO START IT. DAMAGE TO THE DRILL CAN RESULT.
•
Minimize stalling on breakthrough by reducing pressure and slowly drilling
through the last part of the hole.
•
Keep the motor running while pulling the bit out of a drilled hole. This will help
reduce jamming.
dRIllING IN Wood
Holes in wood can be made with the same twist drill bits used for metal or with spade
bits. These bits should be sharp and should be pulled out frequently when drilling to
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