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Item 62427 

        

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Troubleshooting

problem

possible Causes

Likely Solutions

Tool will 

not start.

1.  Battery Pack not properly 

connected. 

 

2.  Battery Pack not 

properly charged.

3.  Battery Pack burnt-out. 

4.  Internal damage or wear.

1.  Remove Battery Pack, make sure there are no 

obstructions, reinsert the Battery Pack according 

to its shape (it should only fit one way), and press 

firmly until the Battery Pack locks in place.

2.  Make sure Charger is connected and operating properly.  

Give enough time for Battery Pack to recharge properly.

3.  Dispose of old Battery Pack properly or recycle.  

Replace Battery Pack.

4.  Have technician service tool.

Tool operates 

slowly.

1.  Forcing tool to work too fast.
2.  Battery Pack power low.
3.  Battery Pack burnt-out.

1.  Allow tool to work at its own rate.
2.  Recharge Battery Pack.
3.  Dispose of old Battery Pack properly or recycle.  

Replace Battery Pack.

Performance 

decreases 

over time.

1.  Bit dull or damaged.
2.  Battery Pack wearing out.

1.  Keep cutting bits sharp.  Replace as needed.
2.  Battery Pack capacity will gradually 

decrease through use.  If symptoms are severe, recycle 

old Battery Pack (or dispose of properly) and replace it.

Excessive noise 

or rattling.

Internal damage or wear.  (Carbon 

brushes or bearings, for example.)

Have technician service tool.

Overheating.

1.  Forcing tool to work too fast.
2.  Bit dull or damaged.
3.  Blocked motor housing vents. 

 

1.  Allow tool to work at its own rate.
2.  Keep cutting bits sharp.  Replace as needed.
3.  Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and 

NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator while 

blowing dust out of motor using compressed air.

  Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.   

Disconnect Battery pack and Charger power supply before service.

Summary of Contents for 62421

Page 1: ...safe and dry place for future reference When unpacking make sure that the product is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call 1 888 866 5797 as soon as possible Copyright 2014 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight To...

Page 2: ...n which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury Addresses practices not related to personal injury IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION General Power Tool Safety Warnings Read all safety warnings and all instructions Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury Save all warnings and instructions for future reference The term power ...

Page 3: ...nd properly used Use of dust collection can reduce dust related hazards 8 Only use safety equipment that has been approved by an appropriate standards agency Unapproved safety equipment may not provide adequate protection Eye protection must be ANSI approved and breathing protection must be NIOSH approved for the specific hazards in the work area Power Tool Use and Care 1 Do not force the power to...

Page 4: ...e can cause injury or break bit Screwdriver Safety Warnings 1 Hold power tools by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord Contact with a live wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool live and shock the operator 2 Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool These carry important safety information If unreadable o...

Page 5: ...t be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator Vibration Safety This tool vibrates during use Repeated or long term exposure to vibration may cause temporary or permanent physical injury particularly to the hands arms and shoulders To reduce the risk of vibration related injury 1 Anyone using vi...

Page 6: ... cords must not be used with this item s Charger Symbology Double Insulated Canadian Standards Association Underwriters Laboratories Inc V Volts Alternating Current A Amperes n0 xxxx min No Load Revolutions per Minute RPM WARNING marking concerning Risk of Eye Injury Wear ANSI approved safety goggles with side shields Read the manual before set up and or use WARNING marking concerning Risk of Hear...

Page 7: ... For technical questions please call 1 888 866 5797 Item 62427 Specifications Charger Input Rating 120V 60Hz Battery Rating 18V 1500mAh Battery Type NiCd No Load Speed 0 400 0 1200 RPM Chuck Size 1 2 3160002 ...

Page 8: ...tion regarding the parts listed in the following pages refer to Parts List and Diagram on page 14 Functions Torque Setting Ring Speed Selector Direction Switch Bit Groove Chuck Work Light Trigger Battery Button Battery Pack Charger Indicator LED s Green LED Continuously lit indicates charger is powered Red LED Flashing indicates that the battery is charging Continuously lit not flashing indicates ...

Page 9: ...t the drill turning on accidentally Note In addition to single or double ended screwdriver bits adapters with hexagonal shafts with matching socket heads can also be used 4 Hand tighten the Chuck until the bit is held securely in place centered between the Chuck Jaws 5 Slide the Speed Selector at the top of the Tool forward and back to adjust from the lower speed 0 400 RPM to the higher speed 0 12...

Page 10: ...rger Note The Battery Pack s capacity will increase somewhat during the first few charging cycles A fully discharged Battery Pack will take about X to X hours to fully charge Recharging the Battery Pack for more than X hours can damage the battery cells 7 While charging the Battery Pack Charger and Power Supply may become warm to the touch This is normal and does not indicate a problem 8 The red L...

Page 11: ...ead from the material 8 When drilling a hole let the Drill do the work using only enough pressure to follow the drill as it cuts the hole in the material 9 When drilling a hard smooth surface use a center punch not included to mark the desired hole This will prevent the drill bit from slipping as the hole is started Wood Drilling a For best performance use high speed drill bits for wood drilling a...

Page 12: ... noise or vibration occurs have the problem corrected before further use Cleaning Maintenance and Lubrication 1 BEFORE EACH USE inspect the general condition of the tool Check for leaking swollen or cracked battery pack loose hardware misalignment or binding of moving parts cracked or broken parts and any other condition that may affect its safe operation 2 AFTER USE wipe external surfaces of the ...

Page 13: ...3 Battery Pack burnt out 1 Allow tool to work at its own rate 2 Recharge Battery Pack 3 Dispose of old Battery Pack properly or recycle Replace Battery Pack Performance decreases over time 1 Bit dull or damaged 2 Battery Pack wearing out 1 Keep cutting bits sharp Replace as needed 2 Battery Pack capacity will gradually decrease through use If symptoms are severe recycle old Battery Pack or dispose...

Page 14: ...CTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE B...

Page 15: ...Page 15 For technical questions please call 1 888 866 5797 Item 62427 Safety Operation Maintenance Setup Assembly Diagram ...

Page 16: ...w the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date an...

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