Porter-Cable 6615, 2620, 2621 instruction manual Additional Safety Rules for Portable Drills

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9.USE SAFETY GLASSES. Wear safety glasses or goggles while operating power tools. Also face or dust mask if operation creates dust. All persons in the area where power tools are being operated should also wear safety glasses and face or dust mask.

10.DON’T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges. Have damaged or worn power cord and strain reliever replaced immediately. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR POWER CORD.

11.SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It’s safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.

12.DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

13.MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Have all worn, broken or lost parts replaced immediately. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

14.DISCONNECT TOOLS when not in use, before servicing, and when changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.

15.REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning it on.

16.AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Do not carry a plugged-in tool with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in. Keep hands, body and clothing clear of blades, bits, cutters, etc. when plugging in the tool.

17.OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords marked with the suffix W-A or W “Suitable for use with outdoor appliances – store indoors when not in use.”

18.STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired or while under the influence of medication, alcohol or drugs.

19.CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this instruction manual. Have defective switches replaced by authorized service center. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off.

20.WEAR EAR PROTECTION to safeguard against possible hearing loss.

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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR PORTABLE DRILLS

1.ALWAYS hold drill by the handle(s) ONLY to prevent accidental electrical shock resulting from cutting a live wire when drilling into a wall or other blind areas.

2.DO NOT use bits larger than those recommended. They increase the chance of jamming. Large bits may also overload the drill and damage the motor and gears.

3.USE ONLY the proper chuck key to tighten or loosen the chuck. Do not use chuck if jaws or other parts are cracked or worn.

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Contents Double Insulated Read and Follow ALL Instructions Important Safety InstructionsAdditional Safety Rules for Portable Drills Replacement Parts MotorExtension Cord Selection Installing and Removing Drill BIT Functional DescriptionForeword To Start and Stop Drill To Install Auxiliary HandleHOW to Hold the Drill HOW to USE the Drill General DrillingDrilling Wood Drilling Metal MaintenanceKeep Tool Clean Chuck ReplacementBrush Inspection and Lubrication Service and RepairsAccessories PORTER-CABLE Limited ONE Year Warranty Canadian PORTER-CABLE Delta Service Centers