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Pull the switch trigger to light up the lamp. The lamp 

keeps on lighting while the switch trigger is being pulled. 

The lamp goes out approximately 10 seconds after 

releasing the switch trigger.

NOTE:

 When the tool is overheated, the tool stops 

automatically and the lamp starts flashing. In this 

case, release the switch trigger. The lamp turns off in 

one minute.

NOTE:

 Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of 

the lamp. Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or 

it may lower the illumination.

Reversing switch action

1

A

B

►    

1.

 Reversing switch lever

CAUTION:

 

Always check the direction of 

rotation before operation.

CAUTION:

 

Use the reversing switch only after 

the tool comes to a complete stop.

 Changing the 

direction of rotation before the tool stops may dam-

age the tool.

CAUTION:

 

When not operating the tool, 

always set the reversing switch lever to the neu-

tral position.

This tool has a reversing switch to change the direction 

of rotation. Depress the reversing switch lever from the 

A side for clockwise rotation or from the B side for coun-

terclockwise rotation.

When the reversing switch lever is in the neutral posi-

tion, the switch trigger cannot be pulled.

Speed change

1

►    

1.

 Speed change lever

CAUTION:

 

Always set the speed change lever 

fully to the correct position.

 If you operate the 

tool with the speed change lever positioned halfway 

between the "1" side and "2" side, the tool may be 

damaged.

CAUTION:

 

Do not use the speed change lever 

while the tool is running.

 The tool may be damaged.

Displayed 

Number

Speed

Torque

Applicable 

operation

1

Low

High

Heavy load-

ing operation

2

High

Low

Light loading 

operation

To change the speed, switch off the tool first. Push 

the speed change lever to display "2" for high speed 

or "1" for low speed but high torque. Be sure that the 

speed change lever is set to the correct position before 

operation.

If the tool speed is coming down extremely during the 

operation with display "2", push the lever to display "1" 

and restart the operation.

Selecting the action mode

CAUTION:

 

Always set the ring correctly to 

your desired mode mark. If you operate the tool 

with the ring positioned halfway between the 

mode marks, the tool may be damaged.

CAUTION:

 

When you change the position 

from "

" to other modes, it may be a little dif-

ficulty to slide the action mode changing ring. In 

this case, switch on and run the tool for a second 

at the "

" position, then stop the tool and slide 

the ring to your desired position.

This tool has three action modes.
• 

 Drilling mode (rotation only)

• 

 Hammer drilling mode (rotation with 

hammering)

• 

 Screwdriving mode (rotation with clutch)

Select one mode suitable for your work. Turn the 

action mode changing ring and align the mark that you 

selected with the arrow on the tool body.

1

2

3
4

►    

1.

 Action mode changing ring 

2.

 Adjusting ring 

3.

 Mark 

4.

 Arrow

Summary of Contents for DHP487YX2B

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL Cordless Hammer Driver Drill DHP487 ENGLISH Original instructions Read before use ...

Page 2: ...and chargers may cause injury and or fire Symbols The followings show the symbols which may be used for the equipment Be sure that you understand their meaning before use Read instruction manual Ni MH Li ion Only for EU countries Do not dispose of electric equipment or battery pack together with household waste material In observance of the European Directives on Waste Electric and Electronic Equi...

Page 3: ...red or dark areas invite accidents 2 Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo spheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes 3 Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control Electrical safety 1 Power tool plugs must match the outlet Never modify the plug i...

Page 4: ...ents are caused by poorly maintained power tools 6 Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control 7 Use the power tool accessories and tool bits etc in accordance with these instructions tak ing into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the power tool for operations differ...

Page 5: ...afety rules stated in this instruction manual may cause serious personal injury Important safety instructions for battery cartridge 1 Before using battery cartridge read all instruc tions and cautionary markings on 1 battery charger 2 battery and 3 product using battery 2 Do not disassemble or tamper with the battery cartridge It may result in a fire excessive heat or explosion 3 If operating time...

Page 6: ...attery cartridge with room tem perature at 10 C 40 C 50 F 104 F Let a hot battery cartridge cool down before charging it 4 When not using the battery cartridge remove it from the tool or the charger 5 Charge the battery cartridge if you do not use it for a long period more than six months FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION CAUTION Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is remov...

Page 7: ...ally high current In this situation turn the tool off and stop the application that caused the tool to become overloaded Then turn the tool on to restart Overheat protection This protection works and the lamp blinks when the tool or battery is overheated In this situation let the tool and battery cool before turning the tool on again Overdischarge protection This protection works when the remainin...

Page 8: ...te the tool with the speed change lever positioned halfway between the 1 side and 2 side the tool may be damaged CAUTION Do not use the speed change lever while the tool is running The tool may be damaged Displayed Number Speed Torque Applicable operation 1 Low High Heavy load ing operation 2 High Low Light loading operation To change the speed switch off the tool first Push the speed change lever...

Page 9: ...hed off and the battery cartridge is removed before carrying out any work on the tool Installing or removing driver bit drill bit Optional accessory 1 2 3 1 Sleeve 2 Close 3 Open Turn the sleeve counterclockwise to open the chuck jaws Place the driver bit drill bit in the chuck as far as it will go Turn the sleeve clockwise to tighten the chuck To remove the driver bit drill bit turn the sleeve co...

Page 10: ...ol body points to the marking Place the point of the driver bit in the screw head and apply pressure to the tool Start the tool slowly and then increase the speed gradually Release the switch trigger as soon as the clutch cuts in NOTE When driving wood screw pre drill a pilot hole 2 3 the diameter of the screw It makes driving easier and prevents splitting of the workpiece Hammer drilling operatio...

Page 11: ...inuously until the battery cartridge has discharged allow the tool to rest for 15 minutes before proceeding with a fresh battery Using the tool as a hand screwdriver Switch off the tool Move the reversing switch lever to the neutral position Turn the action mode changing ring so that the arrow points to the marking Turn the tool NOTE This use is convenient for checking the screwdriving NOTE Do not...

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