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Locking Trigger

The lock button holds the trigger in the ON position 

for continuous full speed use.

1. To lock the trigger, hold the lock button in while 

pulling the trigger. Release the trigger.

2. To unlock the trigger, pull the trigger and release. 

The lock button will pop out. 

Mixing

Generally, lower speeds are recom-

mended for thinner materials and 

higher speeds are recommended 

for thicker materials. Follow the 

speed recommendations of the 

material. Place the paddle into the 

material and start slowly, gradually 

increasing to desired speed.

APPLICATIONS

Mixing 

Mixing in Drywall Mud and Stucco

Mixing in Thin Set and Mortar

Mixing in Epoxy

WARNING

recommended for this tool. Others 

may be hazardous.

OPERATION

Using the Control Switch

For 

forward 

(clockwise) rotation, push in the control 

switch from the right side of the tool. 

Check the 

direction of rotation before use.

WARNING

High rotational force. To reduce the 

risk of injury, always hold or brace 

securely. Always use both handles.
To reduce the risk of injury, always wear safety 

goggles or glasses with side shields.

Starting, Stopping and Controlling Speed

To set the speed, rotate the speed dial to the set-

ting below 200 for the lowest speed (100 RPM), 

up to "MAX" for the highest speed (550 RPM). Set 

the dial to the speed recommended by the material 

manufacturer.

1. To start the tool, pull the trigger.

2. To stop the tool, release the trigger.

3. To vary the speed, increase or decrease pressure 

on the trigger. The further the trigger is pulled, the 

greater the speed, up to the maximum speed set 

on the speed dial.

When mixing in epoxy, select desired speed per 

material instructions. Start the mixer slowly, 

gradually increasing speed as you mix. When 

mixing in epoxy,

 

use a helical stirring paddle with 

ring and 2 arms.

The control switch may be set to two positions: 

forward and lock. Due to a lockout mechanism, 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.

To 

lock

 the trigger, push in the control switch from 

the left side of the tool. The trigger will not work while 

in this position. Always lock the trigger or remove the 

battery pack before performing maintenance, 

changing accessories, storing the tool and any time 

the tool is not in use.

When mixing in drywall mud or stucco, select 

desired speed per material

instructions. Start the 

mixer

slowly, gradually increasing speed as you 

mix. When mixing in drywall mud or stucco, use a 

helical stirring paddle with ring with 3 arms and 

right helix. Select lower speeds for mixing 

powdered

drywall mud or stucco.

When mixing in thin set or mortar, select desired

speed per material instructions. Start the mixer

slowly, gradually increasing speed as you mix.

When mixing in thin set or mortar, use a helical 

stirring paddle with ring and 2 arms.

Lock

Forward

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