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Description of symbols

The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These 

represent important information about the product or 

instructions on its use.

Wear hearing protection. 

Wear eye protection. 

Wear breathing protection.

Double insulated 

for additional protection.

Conforms to relevant standards for

electromagnetic compatibility.

Specifications

Voltage:                                        230–240V ~ 50Hz
Input power:                                 1400W
No load speed:                              0-2800 min

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Number of impacts:                        0-33000 min

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Chuck size:                                    13mm
Maximum drilling capacity:              Wood: 

32mm

                                                  Steel: 

13mm

                                                  Masonry: 

16mm

Net weight:                                   3.4kg

Dear Customer

If you require any help with your product, whether it 

is a Warranty claim, spare part or user information, 

please phone our Help Line for an immediate response. 

Phone 1300 880 001 in Australia or 0800 445 721 in 

New Zealand.

Introduction

Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your 

expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent 

GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance 

criteria.
You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, 

and, with proper care, it will give you many years of 

dependable service.

Caution.

 Carefully read through this entire Instruction 

Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take 

special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings.
Your GMC power tool has many features that will make 

your job faster and easier. Safety, performance, and 

dependability have been given top priority in the 

development of this tool, making it easy to maintain 

and operate.

Environmental protection

Recycle unwanted materials instead of 

disposing of them as waste. All tools, hoses 

and packaging should be sorted, taken to 

the local recycling centre and disposed of 

in an environmentally safe way.

Summary of Contents for HD1400K

Page 1: ...HD1400K 040413 HD1400K ED5 Melbourne Perth Auckland Hong Kong Shanghai Taipei New York Verona London Paris INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1400W 13mm Hammer Drill ...

Page 2: ... use from the date of the original purchase If found to be defective in materials or workmanship the tool or the offending faulty component will be replaced free of charge with another of the same item A small freight charge may apply The warranty replacement unit is only made available by returning the tool to the place of purchase with a confirmed register receipt Proof of purchase is essential ...

Page 3: ...n Australia or 0800 445 721 in New Zealand Introduction Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate and with proper care it will give you many years of dependable service Caution Carefully read through this entire Instruction...

Page 4: ...or use reduces the risk of electric shock Personal safety Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Safety equipment such...

Page 5: ...l s operation If damaged have the power tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control Use the power tool accessories and tool bits etc in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular...

Page 6: ...defenders and protective clothing including safety gloves Wear a dust mask if the drilling operation creates dust If in doubt do not plug in the tool Using a power source with a voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose Any use other than those mentioned in this Manual will be considered a case of misuse The user and not th...

Page 7: ...ess metal chuck 2 Over moulded auxiliary handle 3 Depth gauge 4 Drilling hammer mode selector 5 Lock on button 6 Forward Reverse switch 7 Variable speed trigger switch 8 Speed dial 9 Spindle lock button 10 Metal gear box cover 2 1 8 7 5 3 9 6 4 10 ...

Page 8: ...steel rule for most accurate measurement and then turn the handle grip clockwise to tighten both the depth stop and the auxiliary handle in the required position Installing and removing bits CAUTION Always ensure that the drill is switched off and plug is removed from the power point before making any adjustments 1 The drill features a keyless chuck 1 and spindle lock button 9 for greater convenie...

Page 9: ...ection of rotation 1 The forward reverse switch 6 protrudes from one side of the drill to the other 2 The arrow head symbol on each side of the switch indicates the direction of drilling when the switch is pushed from that side The forward direction is selected when the arrow head symbol points to the front of the drill The reverse direction is selected when the arrow head symbol points to the rea...

Page 10: ...tly cleared Use only correctly sharpened drill bits which are suitable for the material being drilled To drill hard materials firm pressure is required on the power tool However excessive pressure does not improve performance and places unnecessary pressure on the tool and its bit When screw driving always use a pilot hole and set the speed dial to low Press firmly on the screw head and pull the t...

Page 11: ...e bit with oil to improve drilling action and increase bit life Masonry drilling For maximum performance use tungsten carbide tipped masonry impact bits when drilling holes in brick tile concrete etc Move drilling hammer mode selector to hammer mode Apply light pressure and medium speed for best results in brick Apply additional pressure and high speed for hard materials such as concrete When dril...

Page 12: ...ce to make suggestions or give comments about any GMC product With continuing product development changes may have occurred which render the product received slightly different to that shown in this instruction manual The manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice Note Specifications may differ from country to country The GMC 777 Helpline operates from 7am to 7pm 7 day...

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