4
OPERATION
WARNING
Always remove battery pack before
changing or removing accesso-
-
mended for this tool. Others may be hazardous.
To reduce the risk of injury, always wear safety
goggles or glasses with side shields.
Installing Bits
Always remove the battery before inserting or remov-
ing bits. Select the proper style and size bit for the job.
This tool is equipped with a spindle lock. The chuck
can be tightened with one hand, creating higher grip
strengths on the bit.
1. To open the chuck jaws, turn the sleeve in the
counterclockwise direction.
2. To close the chuck jaws, turn the sleeve in the
clockwise direction. The bit is secure when the
chuck makes a ratcheting sound and the sleeve
can not be rotated any further.
3. To remove the bit, turn the sleeve in the counter-
clockwise direction.
NOTE:
A ratcheting sound may be heard when the
chuck is opened or closed. This noise is part of the
locking feature, and does not indicate a problem with
the chuck’s operation.
Selecting Hammer, Drill or Drive Action
1.
To use the hammer-drilling
mode,
rotate the application
selector collar until the hammer
symbol
appears in line with
the arrow. Apply pressure to the
bit to engage the hammering
mechanism.
NOTE:
The number selected on the torque selec-
tor collar
hammer mode.
NOTE:
When using carbide bits, do not use water
to settle dust. Do not attempt to drill through steel
reinforcing rods. This will damage the carbide bits.
2.
To use the drilling only mode,
rotate the application selector col-
lar until the drill symbol
ap-
pears in line with the arrow.
NOTE:
The number selected on
the torque selector collar has no
drilling mode.
3. To use the driving mode,
rotate
the torque selector collar until the
desired clutch setting appears in
line with the arrow.
The
adjustable
clutch,
when
properly adjusted, will slip at a
preset torque to prevent driving
prevent damage to the screw or tool.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
4
5
7
8
1. Keyless chuck
2. Selector collar
3. Speed selector
4. Side handle
5. Control switch
1
6
3
6. Handle
7. Belt hook
8. Trigger
9. LED
9
2
ASSEMBLY
WARNING
Recharge only with the charger
-
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
recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.
To reduce the risk of injury, always use a side
handle. Always brace or hold securely. Ensure
side handle is tightened securely before each
use.
Installing the Side Handle
1. To
install
the side handle,
Hooks
Slots
loosen the side handle grip
until the hooks are far
slots on the gear case ring.
Position the side handle on
the top, pointing to the left or
right. Tighten the side han-
dle grip until it is secure.
2. To
remove
the side handle, loosen the side handle
grip until the side handle can be removed. Reposi-
tion and tighten securely.
When using drill bits, allow the bit to strike the
bottom of the chuck. Centre the bit in the chuck
jaws and lift it about 1.5 mm (1/16") off of the
bottom. When using screwdriver bits, insert the
bit far enough for the chuck jaws to grip the hex
of the bit.
Summary of Contents for M18 BLPD2
Page 7: ......
