General screwdriving
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Clamp
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workpiece.
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Drill pilot holes for larger screws or when driving screws into hardwoods.
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Exert just enough pressure to start the screw and keep it turning.
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Do not force the screw. Let the tool do the work.
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Use a speed that will not strip the screw head or break the screw.
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Maintain your balance.
General drilling
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Clamp your workpiece. Use torque setting `then exert enough pressure to start the drill bit and keep
drilling. Do not force or stall the bit. Don’t bend or twist the bit. Let the tool and the drill bit do the work.
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Maintain your balance and be prepared for binding and for bit breakthrough.
WARNING: Forcing a drill bit, bending or twisting the bit, or failure to maintain balance in case of
binding and breakthrough can result in serious personal injury.
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Chattering or vibration may indicate you need a finer bit or higher speed. If the bit overheats or clogs
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may indicate you need a coarser bit or slower speed setting. Replace bits when they become dull. Dull bits
will produce poor results and may overheat the drill.
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Use a coating of light oil when drilling into metal to help cool the bit, increase drilling action and extend drill
bit life.
Maintenance and storage
Always put the Forward/Reverse switch in the middle position prior to maintenance!
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Always keep the tool and the ventilation slots (if present) cleaned. Regular cleaning and maintenance of
the appliance will ensure efficiency and prolong the life of your tool.
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If the tool should fail despite the rigorous manufacturing and testing procedures, the repair should be
carried out by an authorized customer service.
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Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight, to be sure the tool is in safe working condition.
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Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
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Use only original spare parts. Parts not produced by manufacturer may cause poor fi t and possible injury.
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Store the tool in a dry room out of reach of children and away from any flammable material.
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Never wet the device or spray water on it!
