without the use of a chuck key. A locking
device prevents rotation of the motor spin-
dle when the control switch is in the OFF
position. This feature is of assistance when
tightening or opening the chuck.
Care and maintenance
The gearing section has been filled with
sufficient grease during assembly. The
screwdriver thus requires no maintenance.
If used heavily over a long period of time,
it is recommended that the screwdriver is
returned to Hilti for inspection.This can ex-
tend the life of the screwdriver and avoid
unnecessary repair costs. The air intake/exit
slots should be kept clean. If an excessive
amount of dust collects, clean the screw-
driver by blowing out dust with a jet of com-
pessed air.
Electric tools must comply with the appli-
cable safety regulations. Servicing may
only be carried out by a recognised elec-
trical specialist. Optimum safety can be
ensured by using only original Hilti spare
parts.
Warranty
Hilti warrants that the tool supplied is free
of defects in material and workmanship.
This warranty is valid as long as the tool
is operated and handled correctly,
cleaned and serviced properly and in
accordance with the Hilti Operating
Instructions, all warranty claims are
made within 12 months from the date of
the sale (invoice date), and the technical
system is maintained. This means that
only original Hilti consumables, compo-
nents and spare parts may be used in
the tool.
Operating functions
Switch with electronic speed control
Screwdriving speed can be adjusted
smoothly up to maximum r.p.m. by slow-
ly pressing the control switch.
Reversing switch
The reversing switch is used to reverse the
direction of rotation of the chuck. A lock-
ing device prevents operation of the switch
while the motor is running. The control
switch
is deactivated when the re-
versing switch is in the central position.
2-speed switch
The speed range can be selected by ad-
justing the 2-speed switch.(1st speed: 0–
320 r.p.m. or 2nd speed: 0–1150 r.p.m.)
This switch should be operated only when
rotation has stopped.
Torque clutch adjustment ring
The release torque (1 Nm to 10 Nm) is ad-
justed by rotating the adjustment ring to
the desired torque setting (positions 1–
10). The torque clutch is deactivated when
the ring is set to the drill bit symbol. With
the ring set to this position, the screwdriver
provides a max. torque of approx. 20 Nm
(blocking torque).
Motor brake
The motor brake reduces the time taken
for the chuck to stop rotating. This per-
mits, for example, screws to be driven to
an even depth for optimum appearance.
Battery release button (2-finger
operation)
To remove ther battery, press the battery
release buttons and pull the SB12 bat-
tery out of the screwdriver.
Quick-release chuck (1.5–13 mm)
The insert tool can be inserted or removed
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Applications
Type of screw / application
Size
Speed
Wood screw / chipboard screw in pine /
up to 5 mm dia.
2nd seed
chipboard
5–8 mm dia.
1st speed
Machine screw
up to M8 dia.
1st/2nd speed
Screw in plastic anchor
Screw
10 mm dia.
1st speed
Plastic anchor
12 mm dia.
Drill bit type / application
Size
Speed
Twist drill in softwood / chipboard
30 mm dia.
2nd speed
Twist drill in hardwood
20 mm dia.
2nd speed
Auger bit in softwood / chipboard
30 mm dia.
2nd speed
Auger bit in hardwood
20 mm dia.
2nd speed
Paddle bit in softwood / chipboard
25 mm dia.
2nd speed
Paddle bit in hardwood
12 mm dia.
2nd speed
Hole saw in softwood / chipboard
68 mm dia.
1st speed
Twist drill (HSS drill bit) in steel
up to 6 mm dia.
2nd speed
pre-drill using 6 mm dia. drill bit
6 - 12 mm dia.
1st speed
Masonry drill bit
up to 6 mm dia.
1st speed
Special insert tools / applications
Size
Speed
Thread cutting in metal
up to M8
1st speed
Deburring holes in metal using countersink bit
1st speed
Wire brush, grinding point, sanding /
grinding paper
1st speed
This warranty provides the free-of-charge
repair or replacement of defective parts
only. Parts requiring repair or replace-
ment as a result of normal wear and tear
are not covered by this warranty.
Additional claims are excluded, unless
stringent national rules prohibit such
exclusion. In particular, Hilti is not obli-
gated for direct, indirect, incidental or
consequential damages, losses or
expenses in connection with, or by
reason of, the use of, or inability to use
the tool for any purpose. Implied war-
ranties of merchantability or fitness
for a particular purpose are specifi-
cally excluded.
For repair or replacement, send the tool
and/or related parts immediately upon
discovery of the defect to the address of
the local Hilti marketing organization pro-
vided.
This constitutes Hilti’s entire obligation
with regard to warranty and supersedes
all prior or contemporaneous comments
and oral or written agreements concern-
ing warranties.
Printed: 07.07.2013 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5070506 / 000 / 00
