Black & Decker XTC18BK, Original Instructions Manual

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To select reverse rotation, push the forward/reverse slider
to the right.
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To lock the tool, set the forward/reverse slider into the
centre position.
Selecting the operating mode or torque (fig. F)
This tool is fitted with a collar to select the operating mode
and to set the torque for tightening screws. Large screws and
hard workpiece materials require a higher torque setting than
small screws and soft workpiece materials. The collar has a
wide range of settings to suit your application.
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For drilling in wood, metal and plastics, set the collar (3)
to the drilling position by aligning the symbol with the
marking (20).
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For drilling in masonry, set the collar (3) to the hammer
drilling position by aligning the symbol with the
marking (20).
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For screwdriving, set the collar to the desired setting.
If you do not yet know the appropriate setting, proceed as
follows:
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Set the collar (3) to the lowest torque setting.
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Tighten the first screw.
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If the clutch ratchets before the desired result is
achieved, increase the collar setting and continue
tightening the screw. Repeat until you reach the correct
setting. Use this setting for the remaining screws.
Two-gear selector (fig. G)
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For drilling in steel and for screwdriving applications,
slide the two-gear selector (5) towards the rear of the tool
(1st gear).
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For drilling in materials other than steel, slide the two-
gear selector (5) towards the front of the tool (2nd gear).
Drilling/screwdriving
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Select forward or reverse rotation using the forward/
reverse slider (2).
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To switch the tool on, press the switch (1). The tool speed
depends on how far you press the switch.
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To switch the tool off, release the switch.
Hints for optimum use
Drilling
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Always apply a light pressure in a straight line with the
drill bit.
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Just before the drill tip breaks through the other side of
the workpiece, decrease pressure on the tool.
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Use a block of wood to back up workpieces that may
splinter.
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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
and brass.
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Make an indentation using a centre punch at the centre of
the hole to be drilled in order to improve accuracy.
Screwdriving
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Always use the correct type and size of screwdriver bit.
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If screws are difficult to tighten, try applying a small
amount of washing liquid or soap as a lubricant.
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Always hold the tool and screwdriver bit in a straight line
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.
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Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool and
charger using a soft brush or dry cloth.
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Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth.
Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.
Protecting the environment
Separate collection. This product must not be
disposed of with normal household waste.
Should you find one day that your Black & Decker product
needs replacement, or if it is of no further use to you, do not
dispose of it with household waste. Make this product
available for separate collection.
Separate collection of used products and packaging
allows materials to be recycled and used again.
Re-use of recycled materials helps prevent
environmental pollution and reduces the demand for
raw materials.
Local regulations may provide for separate collection of
electrical products from the household, at municipal waste
sites or by the retailer when you purchase a new product.