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Mode
Indicator
Drive Control
Button
Mode
Indicators
Using the Control Switch
The control switch may be set to three positions:
forward, reverse and lock. Due to a lockout mecha
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nism, the control switch can only be adjusted when
the ON/OFF switch is not pressed. Always allow the
motor to come to a complete stop before using the
control switch.
1. For
forward
(clockwise) rotation, push the control
switch in the direction shown. Check the direction
of rotation before use.
2. For
reverse
(counterclockwise) rotation, push the
control switch in the direction shown. Check the
direction of rotation before use.
3. To
lock
the trigger, push the control switch to the
center position. The trigger will not work when the
control switch is in the locked position.
Always remove the battery pack before performing
maintenance, changing accessories, storing the
tool and any time the tool is not in use.
Push for
Forward
Push for
Reverse
PUSH TO CENTER TO LOCK
Starting, Stopping and Controlling Speed
These tools may be operated at any speed from 0
to full speed.
1. To
start
the tool, pull the trigger.
NOTE: An LED is turned on when the trigger is
pulled.
2. To
vary
the driving speed, increase or decrease
pressure on the trigger. The further the trigger is
pulled, the greater the speed.
3. To
stop
the tool, release the trigger.
Impacting Techniques
The longer a bolt, screw, or nut is impacted, the
tighter it will become. To help prevent damaging the
fasteners or workpieces, avoid excessive impact-
ing. Be particularly careful when impacting smaller
fasteners because they require less impacting to
reach optimum torque.
Practice with various fasteners, noting the length of
time required to reach the desired torque. Check the
tightness with a hand-torque wrench. If the fasteners
are too tight, reduce the impacting time. If they are
not tight enough, increase the impacting time.
Oil, dirt, rust or other matter on the threads or under
the head of the fastener affects the degree of tight-
ness.
The torque required to loosen a fastener averages
75% to 80% of the tightening torque, depending on
the condition of the contacting surfaces.
On light gasket jobs, run each fastener down to a
relatively light torque and use a hand torque wrench
for final tightening.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING
Recharge only with the charger
specified for the battery. For spe
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cific charging instructions, read the operator’s
manual supplied with your charger and battery.
Removing/Inserting the Battery
To
remove
the battery, push in the release buttons
and pull the battery pack away from the tool.
WARNING
Always remove battery pack before
changing or removing accessories.
To
insert
the battery, slide the pack into the body
of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
WARNING
Only use accessories specifically
recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.
WARNING
Use only sockets and other acces-
sories specifically designed for
use on impact wrenches. Other sockets and
accessories might shatter or break causing in
-
jury.
Attaching and Removing Accessories
1/2" Impact Wrench with Pin (Cat. No. 2860-20)
1. Use only the appropriate size Square Drive
Sockets.
2. To attach a socket, align the hole in the accessory
with the detent pin on the anvil. Hold the detent
pin in while pushing the socket onto the anvil.
The detent pin will snap into place in the hole to
secure the socket.
3. To remove the socket, insert a nail or other thin
object into the hole in the accessory and press
in the detent pin. Pull the accessory off the anvil.
1/2" Impact Wrench with Ring (Cat. No. 2861-20)
1. Use only the appropriate size Square Drive
Sockets.
2. To attach a socket, align the accessory with the
anvil and push it firmly over the retaining ring.
3. To remove the accessory, pull the
accessory off the anvil.
OPERATION
WARNING
Always remove battery pack before
changing or removing accesso-
ries. Only use accessories specifically recom
-
mended for this tool. Others may be hazardous.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, always
wear safety goggles or glasses
with side shields.
Using the Drive Control
The drive control button is used to adjust the torque,
rotation speed (RPM), and impact speed (IPM) for
the application (see
Specifications
chart for RPM
and IPM).
To select the drive control mode:
1. Pull and release the trigger to turn on the tool. The
current mode indicator is lit.
2. Press the drive control button
to cycle through
the 3 modes. When the desired mode indicator is
lit, begin work.
