Chuck removal
1.
Open chuck jaws to maximum capacity.
2.
Remove retaining screw on tool by turning it in a clockwise direction (screw has a left-hand thread).
3.
Insert the shorter end of a 1/4" or greater hex key into chuck and tighten.
4.
Place tool on its side and hold firmly.
5.
Using a wooden mallet strike the longer end in the clockwise direction.
Chuck installation
1.
Screw the chuck on by hand as far as it will go.
2.
Insert screw (left-hand thread), and tighten screw securely.
3.
Tighten the chuck around the shorter end of a 1/4" or larger hex key, then strike the longer end in the clockwise direction with a wooden
mallet while holding down the tool securely.
4.
Tighten the screw once again by turning in a counterclockwise direction.
Starting, stopping and controlling speed
1.
To start the tool, depress the lever.
2.
To stop the tool release the lever
3.
To vary the driving speed, simply increase or decrease pressure on the lever. The further the lever is pulled, the greater the speed.
Using the forward/reverse switch
The forward/reverse switch is located on the top, back of the tool
as shown.
1.
For forward (clockwise) rotation, push the forward/reverse
switch up.
2.
For reverse (counterclockwise) rotation, push the forward/
reverse switch down.
Note: To prevent damage to the motor, allow the tool to come to a
complete stop before reversing.
Stalling
If tool seems as if it is about to stall, maintain a firm grip and reduce pressure slightly to allow the bit to regain the speed. If the tool does
stall, release the lever switch immediately. Reverse the motor, remove the bit from the work and start again. Do not press the lever switch
on and off in an attempt to start a stalled drill. This can damage the drill.
When selecting a bit, use the right type for your job.
Drilling
1.
Use sharp drill bits only. For WOOD, use twist drill bits, spade bits, power auger bits, or hole saws. For METAL, use high-speed
steel twist drill bits or hole saws. For MASONRY, use high carbide –tipped bits. For PLASTICS use low speeds for material with
a low melting point.
2.
When using twist drill bits, pull the bit out of the hole frequently to clear chips from the bit flutes.
3.
Be sure the material to be drilled is anchored or clamped firmly. If drilling thin material, use a back-up block to prevent damage to
the material.
4.
Always apply pressure in a straight line with the bit. Use enough pressure to keep the drill bit biting, but do not push hard enough
to stall the motor or deflect the bit.
5.
Hold tool firmly to control the twisting action of the drill.
6.
IF THE DRILL STALLS, it is usually because it is being overloaded. RELEASE THE LEVER IMMEDIATELY, remove drill bit from
work, and determine cause of stalling. DO NOT CLICK LEVER OFF AND ON IN AN ATTEMPT TO START A STALLED DRILL THIS
CAN DAMAGE THE DRILL.
7.
To minimize stalling while breaking through the material, reduce pressure on drill and ease the bit through the last fractional part
of the hole.
8.
Keep the motor running when pulling the bit back out of a drilled hole. This will help prevent jamming.
9.
With variable speed drills there is no need to center punch the point to be drilled. Use a slow speed to start the hole and accelerate
by squeezing the lever harder when the hole is deep enough to drill without the bit skipping out. Operate at full on after starting the
bit.
FORWARD
REVERSE
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FORWARD
REVERSE