Hitachi DV 24DV instruction manual Selecting the appropriate drill bit

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2.Selecting the appropriate drill bit

◯ When boring concrete or brick

Use the drill bits specified in the Optional Accessories. ◯ When boring metal or plastic

Use an ordinary metalworking drill bit. ◯ When boring wood

Use an ordinary woodworking drill bit.

However, when drilling 1/4" (6.5 mm) or smaller holes, use a metalworking drill bit.

3.Confirm that the battery is mounted correctly.

4.Confirm the direction of bit rotation (Fig. 7)

The bit rotates clockwise (viewed from the rear side) by pushing the R-side of the push button. (Fig. 7-a)

The L-side of the push button is pushed to turn the bit counterclockwise. (Fig. 7-b) The motor does not rotate if the push button is set to the center position. (Fig. 7-c)

CAUTION:

Always the push button is set to the center position when carrying or storing the tool.

Push the	Push the		Push
R side	L side	Push
Push		button	button
button			Center
			position

(a) Forward rotation (b) Reverse rotation (c) Does not rotate

Fig. 7 Diagram seen from the handle side

5.Installing the side handle and handle joint (Fig. 8)

A side handle and handle joint are supplied with the hammer drill.

They can be installed on either side of the tool for right or left handed use.

To install the side handle and handle joint, thread it into the socket on the desired side of the tool and tighten it securely.

Loosen Tighten

Loosen

Handle joint

Side handle

Tighten

Fig. 8

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