Safety Instructions

!WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions in this manual before using this drill / driver. Failure to follow all instructions may result in electric shock, fire and /or serious personal injury.

WORK AREA SAFETY

1.Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered workbenches and dark areas invite accidents.

2.DO NOT operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

3.Keep bystanders, children and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

4.Make your workshop childproof with padlocks and master switches. Lock tools away when not in use.

5.MAKE SURE the work area has ample lighting so you can see the work and that there are no obstructions that will interfere with safe operation BEFORE using your cordless drill / driver.

PERSONAL SAFETY

1.KNOW your cordless drill / driver. Read the operator’s manual carefully. Learn the tool’s applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.

2.STAY ALERT, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool.

3.DO NOT use power tools while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

4.DRESS properly. DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry. Pull back long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothing, or long hair can be caught in moving parts. Air vents often cover moving parts and should also be avoided.

5.AVOID accidental starting. Be sure trigger switch is in the “Locked OFF” position before inserting battery pack. DO NOT carry tools with your finger on the trigger switch. Carrying tools with your finger on the trigger switch or inserting the battery pack in tools that have the switch in the “FORWARD” OR “REVERSE” position invites accidents.

6.Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.

7.ALWAYS SECURE YOUR WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It is safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool.

8.DO NOT USE ON A LADDER or unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.

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TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY

!WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions before operating this drill / driver. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

1.ALWAYS use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.

2.DO NOT force the tool. Use the correct tool and accessory bit for your application. The correct tool and bit will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.

3.DO NOT use the tool if trigger switch does not turn it “On” or “Off”. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the trigger switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

4.REMOVE the battery pack from the drill / driver or place the forward / reverse selector switch with power lock-off in the “Lock Off” position before making any adjustments, changing accessories or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

5.STORE idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

6.ALWAYS remove battery pack and store separately when drill / driver is not being used.

7.When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like: paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to the other. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns to skin, sparks or a fire.

8.MAINTAIN tools with care. Keep cutting tools such as twist drill bits sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to use and control.

9.CHECK for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.

10.USE ONLY accessories that are recommended for this tool. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool.

See page 25 for accessories.

11.Keep the tool and its handle dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any strong solvents to clean your tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of control and deterioration of the plastic enclosure of the drill / driver.