SpeciﬁcationsSymbology, Assembly, Operation

SpeciﬁcationsSymbology

Clutch	in.	Applications
Setting	lbs.

For forward (clockwise) rotation, push in the control switch from the right side of the tool. Check the direction of rotation before use.

			Capacities
	Volts
	Volts	No Load	Drilling in	Driving
Cat. No.	DC	RPM	Wood	Screws
2401-20	12	0 - 500	1/2”	1/4”

Direct Current

Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. United States and Canada

No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM)

2	4	Small screws in softwood.
4	7	Medium screws in softwood or
6	10	Medium screws in softwood or
8	13	small screws in hardwood.
8	13
10	16	Large screws in softwoods.
12	19	Large screws in softwoods.
12	19	Medium screws in hardwood or
14	41	Medium screws in hardwood or

For reverse (counterclockwise) rotation, push in the control switch from the left side of the tool. Check direction of rotation before use.

To lock the trigger, push the control switch to the center position. The trigger will not work while the control switch is in the center locked position. Always lock the trigger or remove the battery

ASSEMBLY

	large screws in hardwood with
Drill	120 pilot hole.

pack before performing maintenance, changing accessories, storing the tool and any time the tool

WARNING Recharge only with the char- ger speciﬁed for the battery. For speciﬁc charg- ing instructions, read the operator’s manual supplied with your charger and battery.

Inserting/Removing the Battery

To remove the battery, push in the release buttons and pull the battery pack away from the tool.

To insert the battery, slide the pack into the body of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.

Fig. 1

Release buttons

Using Control Switch

The control switch may be set to three positions: forward, reverse and lock. Due to a lockout mecha- nism, the control switch can only be adjusted when the ON/OFF switch is not pressed. Always allow the motor to come to a complete stop before using the control switch.

Fig. 4

Forward -

is not in use.

Battery Pack Protection

To protect the battery from damage and extend its life, the tool’s intelligent circuit monitors current draw, temperature, and voltage drops.

In extremely high torque, binding, stalling, and short circuit situations that cause high current draw, the tool will vibrate for about 5 seconds, the fuel gauge will ﬂash, and then the tool will turn OFF. To reset,

OPERATION

Push from RIGHT

release the trigger.

Under extreme circumstances, the internal tem-

WARNING Always remove battery pack before changing or removing acces- sories. Only use accessories specifically recommended for this tool. Others may be hazardous.

WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, wear safety goggles or glasses with side shields.

Fuel Gauge

To determine the amount of charge left in the bat- tery, pull the trigger. The Fuel Gauge will light up for 2-3 seconds.

To signal the end of charge, 1 light on the fuel gauge will ﬂash for 2-3 seconds.

Installing Bits

Always remove the battery before inserting or removing bits. Select the proper style and size bit for the type of screw you are using.

1.To install the bit, press the bit into the socket until the collar snaps back and the bit is locked into place.

2.To remove the bit, pull out the collar, then pull out the bit.

NOTE: It is not necessary to hold the collar out when installing and removing bits. The ﬁrst time the tool is used, it may be necessary to pull out the collar.

Using the Adjustable Clutch

This tool has an adjustable clutch for driving differ- ent types of screws into different materials. When properly adjusted, the clutch will slip at a preset torque to prevent driving the screw too deep and to prevent damage to the screw or tool.

To adjust the clutch, turn the clutch adjusting ring so that the desired setting (1-15) lines up with the arrow on the motor housing, as shown.

Fig. 2		Fig. 3
Driving		Drilling

The torque specifications shown here are ap- proximate values obtained with a fully charged battery pack.

NOTE: Because the settings shown in the table are only a guide, use a piece of scrap material to test the different clutch settings before driving screws into the workpiece.

Lock -

Push to CENTER

Reverse -

Push from LEFT

perature of the battery could become too high. If this happens, the fuel gauge will ﬂash and the battery pack will shut off. Let the battery pack cool and then continue work.

APPLICATIONS

WARNING To reduce the risk of elec- tric shock, check work area for hidden pipes and wires before drilling or driving screws.

This tool provides a quick, convenient means of drilling small holes and installing and removing screws. Because of the many screw sizes, types, thread engagements and materials available, it is difﬁcult to limit the application of this tool by screw size. However, for applications in wood, a #6 wood screw with a full pilot hole is recommended as a practical limit.

Drilling in Wood, Composition Materials and Plastic

Always use sharp bits. When using twist drill bits, pull the bit out of the hole frequently to clear chips from the bit ﬂutes. To reduce the chance of splinter- ing, back work with a piece of scrap wood. Select low speeds for plastics with a low melting point.