DRILLING
When drilling in smooth hard surfaces such
as metal, use a centre punch to mark the
desired hole location. This will prevent the
drill bit from slipping off centre as the hole is
started.
The workpiece to be drilled should be
secured in a vise or with clamps to keep it
from turning as the drill bit rotates (see
Fig. 9).
1. Check drill bit to make sure it is firmly
locked into the drill chuck and the
forward/reverse switch is in the forward
position.
2. Set torque clutch to highest setting.
3. Hold the drill firmly with both hands
whenever possible. Use one hand to
grasp the handle and switch and the
other to grasp the body of the drill.
NOTE:
Make sure the hand placed on
the body of the drill does not cover the
air vents. Covering these air vents will
reduce the motor cooling and possibly
lead to overheating the motor.
4. While holding the drill firmly, place the
point of the drill bit at the point to be
drilled. Depress the switch trigger to
start the drill.
NOTE:
Always use a higher drill speed
when drilling small holes. Use a slower
drill speed when drilling large holes.
5. Move the drill bit into the workpiece
applying only enough pressure to keep
the bit cutting. Do not force the drill bit
or apply sideways pressure to elongate
the hole.
WARNING:
Be prepared for binding
and bit breakthrough. When these
situations occur, the drill bit has the
tendency to grab the workpiece. This
action will kick the drill opposite to the
direction of drill bit rotation and could
cause loss of control when breaking
through material as you complete drilling
the hole. If you are not prepared, this
loss of control can result in possible
serious injury.
When drilling metals, use a light oil on the
drill bit to keep it from overheating. The oil
will prolong the life of the drill bit and
improve the drill cutting action. If the bit jams
in the workpiece or if the drill stalls, release
the trigger switch immediately. Remove the
bit from the workpiece and determine the
reason for jamming.
ASSEMBLY & OPERATION
Have you read “POWER TOOL
SAFETY”, “DRILL SAFETY”,
“BATTERY & CHARGER SAFETY”
and “SYMBOLS” on pages 4, 5, 6 & 7
of this Manual? If not, please do it
now before you operate this drill.
Your safety depends on it!
Every time you use the drill you
should verify the following:
1. Chuck is tight.
2. Workpiece is properly secured.
3. Safety glasses are being worn.
Failure to adhere to these safety
rules can greatly increase the
chances of injury.
WARNING
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Fig. 9
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