Stanley FME105 FatMax, Instruction Manual

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Your tool features a keyless chuck (4) for greater convenience. To insert a drill bit or
other accessory, follow the steps listed below.
• Grasp the rear half of the chuck with one hand and use your other hand to rotate the
front half counterclockwise, as shown in figure B . Rotate far enough so that the chuck
opens sufficiently to accept the desired accessory.
• Insert the bit or other accessory about 3/4 inch (19 mm) into the chuck and tighten
securely by holding the rear half of the chuck and rotating the front portion in the
clockwise direction.
• To release the accessory, repeat step 1 listed above.
REMOVING AND ATTACHING THE CHUCK (FIGURE C)
• Open the chuck as far as possible.
• Remove the chuck retaining screw, located in the chuck, by turning it clockwise using a
screwdriver (lefthand thread).
• Tighten an Allen key of 1/4 inch or greater size (not supplied) into the chuck and strike it
with a soft hammer in a counterclockwise direction as shown.
• Remove the Allen key.
• Remove the chuck by turning it counterclockwise.
• Toattachthechuck,screwitontothespindleandsecureitwiththechuckretainingscrew.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
read, understand
and follow all safety warnings and instructions prior to using tool.
WARNING:
It is important to support the work properly and to hold the drill firmly
with both hands to prevent loss of control which could cause personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to tighten drill bits (or any other accessory) by
gripping the front part of the chuck and turning the tool on.
Damage to the chuck
and personal injury may occur when changing accessories.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury,
always unplug drill from power supply
before making any adjustments or changing accessories.
WARNING:
Toreducetheriskofinjury,
letthetoolworkatitsownpace.Donotoverload.
SWITCHES (FIGURE D)
• To switch the tool on, press the variable speed switch (1). The tool speed depends on
how far you press the switch.
• For continuous operation, press the lock-on button (2) and release the variable speed
switch. This option is available only at full speed.
• To switch the tool off, release the variable speed switch. To switch the tool off when in
continuous operation, press the variable speed switch once more and release it.
WARNING:
The drill should only be locked ON when it is held stationary in a drill
press stand or other means; NOT BY HAND!
Never unplug the tool with the locking feature
engaged.Todosowillcausethetooltostartimmediatelythenexttimeitispluggedin.
REVERSING LEVER
The reversing lever (3) is used for withdrawing bits from tight holes and removing
screws. It is located above the trigger switch. To reverse the motor, release the trigger
switch FIRST and then push the lever to the right hand side of the tool when viewing
from the rear. After any reversing operations, return lever to the forward position.
Never change the direction of rotation while the motor is running.
DRILLING
• Always unplug the drill when attaching or removing accessories. When attaching
accessories in the drill chuck, it is important to securely tighten the chuck using all
three holes to prevent slippage. When using a keyless chuck, hand tighten firmly.
• Use sharp drill bits only.
• Support and secure work properly, as instructed in the Safety Instructions.
• Useappropriateandrequiredsafetyequipment,asinstructedinthesafetyinstructions.
• Secure and maintain work area, as instructed in the safety instructions.