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7 — English
TWO-SPEED GEAR TRAIN
See Figure 3, page 9.
The screwdriver has a two-speed gear train designed for
low
(
Position 1
) or high (
Position 2
)
speeds
. A slide switch is
located on top of the screwdriver to select the speed setting.
When using screwdriver in the low
speed range
(Position 1)
,
speed will decrease and unit will have
more power. When
using screwdriver in the high speed range
(Position 2)
,
speed will increase and unit will have less power. Use the
high speed setting to drill holes and the low
speed setting
for driving screws.
When drilling use 1/4 in. hex shank drill bits only. Maximum
bit size is 1/4 in.
WARNING:
Battery tools are always in operating condition. Lock the
switch when not in use or carrying at your side, when
installing or removing the battery pack, and when install-
ing or removing bits.
TO LOAD/RELEASE BITS
See Figure 4, page 9.
Insert the bit into the collet and push the bit in as far as pos-
sible. To remove a bit, pull the bit straight out of the collet.
NOTE:
For ease of removal, the use of 2 in. bits is
recommended.
ADJUSTABLE TORQUE CLUTCH
This screwdriver is equipped with an adjustable torque clutch
for driving different types of screws into different materials.
The proper setting depends on the type of material and the
size of screw you are using.
LED WORKLIGHT
See Figure 5, page 9.
The built-in LED worklight is convenient when working in close
or tight areas where additional light is needed. Whenever the
switch trigger is depressed, the LED worklight will illuminate.
OPERATION
INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY PACK
See Figure 1, page 9.
To install the battery pack:
Unscrew the battery cap.
Insert the battery pack in the direction shown. Make sure
the raised rib on the battery pack aligns with the groove
in the compartment.
Place the cap over the battery pack and push down
until the cap meets the threads at the end of the battery
compartment.
Screw the cap on securely.
NOTE:
To prevent accidental discharge of the battery pack,
the screwdriver has an automatic shutoff feature that acti-
vates after 2 minutes of continuous use. To restart, release
the switch trigger, then again.
To remove the battery pack:
Unscrew the cap. The battery pack will disconnect and
be easy to remove.
Do not attempt to use this product if the battery cap is
not securely closed.
For complete charging instructions, see the operator’s manu-
als for your battery pack and charger.
DIRECTION OF ROTATION SELECTOR
(FORWARD/REVERSE/CENTER LOCK)
See Figure 2, page 9.
The direction of bit rotation is reversible and is controlled
by a selector located above the switch trigger. With the
screwdriver held in normal operating position, the direction
of rotation selector should be positioned to the left of the
switch trigger for forward motion. The direction is reversed
when the selector is to the right of the switch trigger.
Setting the direction of rotation selector in the
OFF
(center
lock) position helps reduce the possibility of accidental start-
ing when not in use.
NOTICE:
To prevent gear damage, always allow the collet to
come to a complete stop before changing the direction
of rotation.
To stop the screwdriver, release the switch trigger and allow
the collet to come to a complete stop.
NOTE:
The screwdriver will not run unless the direction of
rotation selector is pushed fully to the left or right.