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12 V LI-ION CORDLESS ROTARY TOOL

241-0505

Owner’s Manual

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

RPM:

–25,000 RPM (no load)

Collets:

1/8" (3.2 mm) & 3/32" (2.4 mm)

Battery:

12 V, 1.5 Ah Lithium-ion

Battery charger:

–40 minute diagnostic, Class 2

Charger input:

120 V AC, 60 Hz

Charger output:

12 V DC, 2.2 A (maximum)

Weight:

15.5 oz (0.44 kg)

Need Assistance?

Call us on our toll free customer support line:
1-866-349-8665

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Summary of Contents for 241-0505

Page 1: ... 3 32 2 4 mm Battery 12 V 1 5 Ah Lithium ion Battery charger 30 40 minute diagnostic Class 2 Charger input 120 V AC 60 Hz Charger output 12 V DC 2 2 A maximum Weight 15 5 oz 0 44 kg Need Assistance Call us on our toll free customer support line 1 866 349 8665 Technical questions Replacement parts Parts missing from package ...

Page 2: ...ess rotary tool 12 Accessories and contents 13 16 Available accessories 13 Contents 13 16 Accessory description and use 16 17 Assembly and operation 18 24 Charging the battery pack 18 19 Checking the battery pack status 20 Installing a battery pack in the tool 21 LED worklight 21 ON OFF switch 22 Changing speeds 22 Changing the collet 23 Installing accessories 24 Selecting proper speeds 25 Mainten...

Page 3: ...nt eyewear can cause serious injury if broken during the operation of a power tool SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERENCE WARNING Use hearing protection particularly during extended periods of operation of the tool or if the operation is noisy GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS CAUTION Before using this tool or any of its accessories read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions The ...

Page 4: ...ONMENT WARNING Dust that is created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities may contain chemicals that are known to cause cancer birth defects or other genetic abnormalities These chemicals include Lead from lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber The level of risk fro...

Page 5: ...ver use the cord for carrying pulling or unplugging the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock When operating a power tool outdoors use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoid...

Page 6: ...he battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing power tools Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untr...

Page 7: ...l objects like paper clips coins keys nails screws or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire Under abusive conditions liquid may be ejected from the battery avoid contact If contact accidentally occurs flush with water If liquid contacts eyes additionally seek medical help Liquid ejected fr...

Page 8: ...ng hardware of the power tool will run out of balance vibrate excessively and may cause loss of control Do not use a damaged accessory Before each use inspect the accessory such as abrasive wheels for chips and cracks backing pad for cracks tear or excess wear wire brush for loose or cracked wires If power tool or accessory is dropped inspect for damage or install an undamaged accessory After insp...

Page 9: ... come to a complete stop The spinning accessory may grab the surface and pull the power tool out of your control Do not run the power tool while carrying it at your side Accidental contact with the spinning accessory could snag your clothing pulling the accessory into your body Regularly clean the power tool s air vents The motor s fan will draw the dust inside the housing and excessive accumulati...

Page 10: ...Replace the damaged cord and plug immediately Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp impact been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way Have a qualified technician examine the charger and repair it if necessary Do not disassemble the charger For best results charge the battery when the temperature of the battery and the work area is at or above 0 C 32 F and below 45 C 113 F Unplug ...

Page 11: ...truction Watertight construction Protective grounding at grounding terminal Class I tools Revolutions or reciprocations per minute Diameter Off position Arrow Warning symbol SYMBOLS WARNING Some of the following symbols may appear on the cordless rotary tool Study these symbols and learn their meaning Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow for more efficient and safer operation of this ...

Page 12: ...d nut switch LED worklight ON OFF button Spindle locking button Speed indicator LED s Speed reduction button Battery pack Battery release button Charging receptacle Battery charging LED red Battery charged LED green Air vents Charging stand Air vents ...

Page 13: ...nding drums Cutting bits Drill bits Dressing stones WARNING If any part is missing or damaged do not attempt to charge the battery or operate the tool until the missing or damaged part is replaced CONTENTS Carefully unpack the cordless rotary tool Compare the contents against the ROTARY TOOL COMPONENTS chart at right NOTE See illustration of the cordless rotary tool and components on Pages 14 15 a...

Page 14: ...14 CONTENTS ...

Page 15: ...arge 1 Aluminum oxide grinding stone Cylinder small 1 Aluminum oxide grinding stone Cylinder large 1 Aluminum oxide grinding stone Spherical 1 Aluminum oxide grinding stone Radial 1 Aluminum oxide grinding stone Conical 1 Aluminum oxide grinding stone Round bottom 1 Aluminum oxide grinding stone Reverse taper 1 Collet 1 8 3 2 mm packed in tool 1 Collet 3 32 2 4 mm 1 High speed steel cutter Cylindr...

Page 16: ...shaping and smoothing wood and fibreglass removing rust from metal surfaces shaping rubber surfaces Sanding bands are easily replaceable on drums Sanding wheel Ideal for rough shaping and smoothing wood and fibreglass as well as removing rust from metal surfaces shaping rubber surfaces and more Screw mandrel Use with sanding discs felt wheels polishing grinding and cut off wheels Mandrel for cloth...

Page 17: ...it Cuts wood plastic fibreglass drywall laminate and aluminum and vinyl siding Mandrel for emery impregnated polishing wheel Use with emery impregnated polishing wheel Carbide grout cutter Ideal for use on wall and floor grout Flap wheel Flap wheels grind and polish flat or contoured surfaces They are used most effectively to finish a surface after heavier sanding and material removal have been co...

Page 18: ...stem 2 into the matching cavity 3 in the top of the charger NOTE Make sure the battery is pressed fully onto the charger as far as it will go 3 Plug the battery charger into the 120 V AC 60 Hz wall receptacle NOTE Do NOT charge batteries when the work area or the battery temperature is at or below 0 C 32 F or above 45 C 113 F When the battery charger is plugged into a live receptacle the battery c...

Page 19: ...harged Defective battery The red LED will stay ON when a defective battery is detected and it should be replaced Both the red and green LED s will stay ON when a defective battery is detected and the battery is within the normal charging temperature range NOTE For additional help call the customer support toll free number 1 866 349 8665 Too hot or too cold Both the red LED and the green LED will s...

Page 20: ... check the battery charge remaining while the battery is in the charger You will get a false reading and you may also damage the battery status system 1 Press and hold the battery status button 1 located in the end of the battery Fig 4 2 One or more of the three LED lights in the LED window 2 will come ON to indicate the amount of charge that is remaining in the battery as follows Red Amber Green ...

Page 21: ...arged battery has been removed NOTE Make sure the two keys 3 in the battery stem align with the matching key ways 4 in the handle The battery release button will click into place when the battery is fully installed WARNING Do not immerse the battery pack in water Sudden cooling could cause the hot battery to explode or leak LED WORKLIGHT 1 To turn the worklight 1 ON press the ON OFF button 2 once ...

Page 22: ...the next level 2 To reduce the tool speed press the button 3 Each time the button is pressed the tool will decrease in speed to the next level NOTE The speed indicator LED s 5 6 7 will indicate whether the tool is running at slow medium or high speeds When operating in the five slow speeds the green LED 5 will be ON When operating in the four medium speeds both the green and amber LED 6 will be ON...

Page 23: ...e tool causing serious injury 1 Turn the tool switch OFF 2 Depress the spindle lock button 1 and slowly turn the collet nut 2 until the spindle lock button locks the spindle Fig 8 3 While holding the spindle lock button down turn the collet nut counter clockwise until it is removed 4 Remove the collet 3 by pulling it out of the spindle 4 5 Insert the replacement collet into the spindle and replace...

Page 24: ...ure the correct collet is used for the accessory If the collet is too large replace the collet with the next smaller size b Insert the accessory shank at least 3 4 into the collet 5 Press the spindle lock button and engage it in the spindle While holding the spindle lock button down hand tighten the collet by turning it clockwise NOTE Do not use pliers to tighten the collet nut Use the small wrenc...

Page 25: ...ER SAFETY and SYMBOLS before using this rotary tool Every time you use the rotary tool you should verify the following 1 The accessory is in good condition and not damaged in any way 2 The workpiece is properly secured 3 Safety glasses are being worn Failure to adhere to these safety rules can greatly increase the chances of injury OPERATION SPEED Cutting metal Medium high Sanding wood Medium high...

Page 26: ...thium ion rechargeable batteries generally provide superior performance to nickel cadmium batteries when used in power tools Faster charges Longer battery life More power Lighter weight Lithium ion batteries perform best and deliver peak output power at room temperature 20 C or 68 F When operated in lower temperatures the battery output will be reduced and it will NOT function below 20 C 4 F The o...

Page 27: ...nt Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and disposal options WARNING Upon removal of the battery pack cover the terminals of the battery pack with electrical tape or heavy duty adhesive tape Never touch both terminals with metal objects or body parts because a short circuit may result Keep away from children Do not attempt to destroy or disassemble batte...

Page 28: ...28 EXPLODED VIEW ...

Page 29: ...locking button 1 2 2050080013 Shaft locking button spring 1 3 2040160003 Shaft locking pin 1 4 3160060026 LED cover 1 5 3120010031 ON OFF button 1 6 1130030020 Variable speed PCB 1 7 3110010066 Decoration plate 1 8 3160070005 Indicator cover 1 9 3120020061 button 1 10 3120020060 button 1 11 4030010023 Screw 1 12 2030090006 Snap ring 1 13 3010180003 Housing assembly 1 14 4030010028 Screw 1 15 10700...

Page 30: ...t limited to blades brushes belts bits light bulbs and or batteries 2 shall be void if this tool is used for commercial and or rental purposes and 3 does not cover any losses injuries to persons property or costs This warranty does give you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state Be careful tools are dangerous if improperly used or maintained Seller s emp...

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