ASG, Division of Jergens, Inc.
15700
S. Waterloo Road | Cleveland, OH 44110-3898 | Phone: (888) 486-6163 | Fax: (216) 481-4519 | Email: [email protected] | Web: www.asg-jergens.com
Important: Please read and save the operating instructions.
Warning: When using electric tools, the following basic safety pre-
cautions should always be adhered to in order to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
Precautions
1. Keep Work Area Clean: Cluttered areas and benches can result
in injuries.
2. Consider Work Area Environment: Do not expose tools to rain.
Do not use tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area
well lit. Never use the tool in an area with dangerous objects
present. (gasoline, benzene, thinner, gas glue, metallic objects,
etc.)
3. Secure Work: Use clamps or a vice to hold work piece.
4. Guard Against Electric Shock: Prevent body contact with
grounded surfaces.
5. Keep Away From Children and Unauthorized Personnel: Do not
allow children or unauthorized personnel to use the tool.
6. Store Idle Tools: When not in use, tools should be stored in a
dry and high or locked-up place.
7. Remove Adjusting Keys And Wrenches: Make a habit of
checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed
from the tool before turning it on.
8. Use The Correct Tool: Use the tool for the correct work for its
rated power and design.
9. Dress Properly: Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they
can be caught in moving parts. Wear protective head wear to
contain long hair.
10. Use Safety Glasses: Also use a face or dust mask if the operation
involves dust.
11. Do Not Abuse The Cord: Never carry the tool by its cord or pull
it to disconnect from the power outlet. Keep the cord away
from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
12. Do Not Overreach: Maintain proper footing and balance at all
times.
13. Maintain Tools With Care: Keep tools clean for better and
safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories. To use the tool for an extended period
of time safely, perform periodical inspections on the tool and
if damaged, contact ASG. Keep hands dry, clean, and free from
oil and grease. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace
if damaged.
14. Disconnect Tools: When the tool is not in use, such as attaching
and removing the bit, changing the Carbon Brush, inspection
or cleaning, disconnect the tool from the power outlet.
15. Avoid Unintentional Starting: Ensure that the switch is off when
plugging in. Do not carry the tool with finger on the switch.
16. Stay Alert: Always remain vigilant, use common sense, and do
not operate the tool when you are tired.
17. Check Damaged Parts: Before using the tool, a damaged
protective cover or other parts should be carefully checked to
determine whether the tool will operate correctly and perform
as designed.
18. Ground the tool.
19. It only takes a slight amount of pressure for a push-to-start tool
to go into operation.
Cautions in Operation
1. If there are any problems, do not disassemble the tool. Stop
operations and contact ASG immediately.
2. Never lubricate the tool with aerosol oil or similar lubricants.
3. Do not drop, hit, or abuse the tool.
4. Never use chemicals to wipe the body cover
5. Use only the correct voltage.
6. Do not pull the AC cord when unplugging from the power
outlet. Grasp the plug.
7. For safety use, do not set the torque adjusting nut higher than
10 on the torque adjusting scale
8. Use the tool intermittently: (Example: 0.5 seconds ON, 4.5
seconds OFF)
9. Do not tighten more than 720 tapping screws in an hour.
10. This tool is not for tightening wood screws
11. Set the power switch to OFF before putting the tool in reverse.
12. If the tool is not being used, turn the tool off and unplug the
AC cord plug.
13. In push-to-start mode the driver automatically goes on when
pressure is applied to the bit end.
14. In push-to-start mode do not raise the driver from the screw
head until rotation has stopped
Grounding Instructions
The tool should be grounded while in use to protect the operator
from electric shock.
Operating Procedure
1. Use the torque adjustment nut to select the desired output
setting.
2. Attach the bit to the screwdriver
3. Turn the FOR/REV switch to OFF and connect the driver plug
to an AC power outlet.
4. Turn the switch to either FOR or REV to start the screwdriver.
5. Operate the clutch until the screw is tightened to the set
torque value.
6. Always turn the power off before reversing the rotation
direction setting.
7. When loosening a tightened screw, turn the FOR/REV switch
to REV and loosen in the reverse direction.
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