Utility Hook
Your tool is equipped with a utility hook
for hanging your tool.
When using the utility hook always be
aware that the accessory is exposed.
Always hang the tool in an area where
yourself
and
bystanders
cannot
accidentally make contact with the
accessory.
To reduce the risk of
injury, use care in
selecting the location for hanging the
tool.
• Select a suitably sized and shaped
object that will provide adequate
hanging stability.
An unstable hanging surface could result
in the tool unexpectedly falling.
• Ensure that the tool is hung out of the
way of walkways and working areas
with bystanders. The tool could be
bumped
causing
the
tool
to
unexpectedly fall.
To reduce the risk of
injury, Do not use the
hanging hook if it appears damaged or
deformed.
This could result in unstable
hanging and the tool unexpectedly falling.
Tool Tips
Following a few simple tips will reduce
wear on the tool and the chance of
injury to the operator.
NOTE:
The high efficiency available
from the rotary hammers can only be
o b t a i n e d i f s h a r p a n d u n d a m a g e d
accessories are used. The “cost” to
m a i n t a i n
s h a r p
a n d
u n d a m a g e d
accessories is more than offset by the
“time saved” in operating the tool with
sharp accessories.
You will extend the life of your bits and
do neater work if you always put the bit
in contact with the workpiece BEFORE
pulling the trigger. During operation,
hold the drill firmly and exert moderate,
steady pressure. Too much pressure at
low speed will stall the hammer. Too
little pressure will keep the bit from
cutting and cause excess friction by
sliding over the surface. This can be
damaging to the drill and bit.
Shanks of all drill bits should be wiped
clean prior to using and immediately
after removing.
R e c a l l t h e s e i n s t r u c t i o n s f o r s a f e
operation:
1.
Some materials require slow
drilling speeds; whereas, others
require higher speed to produce
the best results.
2.
All work must be supported or
secured before drilling and steady,
even pressure applied in line with
the drill bit.
3.
As the drill bit cuts through the
opposite side, reduce the pressure
and continue running the drill as
the bit is withdrawn.
M a t e r i a l s s u c h a s g l a s s , p o r c e l a i n ,
ceramics, tiles, plastics, etc., should be
drilled at low speeds with specially
designed drill bits and lubricants.
DRILLING WOOD OR PLASTIC
If backing block is not used, ease up on
the pressure just before the bit breaks
through the wood to avoid splintering.
Complete the hole from the opposite
side immediately after the point breaks
through. If bit binds, reverse the drilling
operation to help remove the bit from
the work.
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Operating Instructions
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FIG. 14
UTILITY
HOOK
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