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Usage (Fig. A)
CAUTION:
Ensure fastener and/or system will
withstand the level of torque generated by the tool.
Excessive torque may cause breakage and possible
personal injury.
1. Place the accessory on the fastener head. Keep the tool
pointed straight at the fastener.
2. Press variable speed trigger switch
3
to start operation.
Release variable speed trigger switch to stop operation.
Always check torque with a torque wrench, as the
Worklight (Fig. A)
The worklight
6
is activated when the trigger switch is
depressed, and will automatically turn off 20 seconds after
the trigger switch is released. If the trigger switch remains
depressed, the worklight will remain on.
nOTE:
The worklight is for lighting the immediate work
surface and is not intended to be used as a flashlight.
Variable Speed Trigger and Forward/
Reverse Control Button (Fig. A)
The tool is turned on and off by pulling and releasing the
variable speed trigger
3
. The farther the trigger is depressed,
the higher the speed of the tool. Your tool is equipped with
a brake. The chuck will stop as soon as the trigger switch is
fully released.
A forward/reverse control button
4
determines the
rotational direction of the tool and also serves as a
lock-off button.
• To select forward rotation (clockwise), release the trigger
and depress the forward/reverse control button on the
right side of the tool.
• To select reverse (counterclockwise), depress the
forward/reverse control button on the left side of
the tool.
nOTE:
The center position of the control button locks the
tool in the off position. When changing the position of the
control button, be sure the trigger is released.
nOTE:
Continuous use in variable speed range is not
recommended. It may damage the switch and should
be avoided.
nOTE:
The first time the tool is run after changing the
direction of rotation, you may hear a click on start up. This is
normal and does not indicate a problem.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. E)
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury,
ALWAYS
use proper hand position as shown.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury,
ALWAYS
hold securely in anticipation of a
sudden reaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the main
handle
9
.
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
(Fig. D)
nOTE:
For best results, make sure your battery pack is
fully charged.
To install the battery pack
1
into the tool handle, align the
battery pack with the rails inside the tool’s handle and slide
it into the handle until the battery pack is firmly seated in the
tool and ensure that it does not disengage.
OPERATION
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories.
An
accidental start‑up can cause injury.
Speed Selector (Fig. A)
Your tool is equipped with a speed selector
7
which allows
you to select one of three speeds. Select the speed based on
the application and control the speed of the tool using the
variable speed trigger switch
3
.
Speed 1
0–400 rpm
Speed 2
0–1200 rpm
Speed 3
0–1900 rpm
Quick‑Release Chuck (Fig. A, F)
WARNING:
Use only impact accessories. Non‑impact
accessories may break and cause a hazardous
condition. Inspect accessories prior to use to ensure that
it con tains no cracks.
WARNING:
Inspect quick‑release chuck, anvils, detent
pins, and hog rings prior to use. Missing or damaged
items should be replaced before use.
Place the switch in the locked off (center) position and
remove battery pack before changing accessories.
nOTE:
The quick-release chuck accepts 7/16" (11 mm) hex
accessories only.
To install an accessory,
pull the chuck collar away from the
front of the tool, fully insert the accessory, and release the
collar. The accessory is locked in place. (Fig. F).
To remove an accessory
, pull the chuck collar
5
away from
the front of the tool. Remove the accessory, and release the
collar (Fig. F).
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories.
An
accidental start‑up can cause injury.
at least 1” (25.4 mm) long, with a screw head diameter of
0.28–0.35” (7–9 mm), screwed into wood to an optimal
depth leaving approximately 7/32” (5.5 mm) of the screw
exposed. Align the slots on the back of the charger with the
exposed screws and fully engage them in the slots.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE USE
To remove the battery pack from the tool, press the release
button
2
and firmly pull the battery pack out of the tool
handle. Insert it into the charger as described in the charger
section of this manual.
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