8. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper
extension cord could result in a risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
a. Two-wire cords can be used with 2-wire or 3-wire extension cords. Only round
jacketed extension cords should be used, and we recommend that they be listed by
Underwriters Laboratories (U.L.). If the extension is to be used outside, the cord must
be suitable for outdoor use. Any cord marked for outdoor use can also be used for
indoor work. The letters "W" or "WA" on the cord jacket indicate that the cord is suit-
able for outdoor use.
b. An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American Wire Gauge) for
safety, and to prevent loss of power and overheating. The smaller the gauge number
of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cable; that is, 16 gauge has more capacity
than 18 gauge. When using more than one extension to make up the total length, be
sure each extension contains at least the minimum wire size.
CHART FOR MINIMUM WIRE SIZE (AWG)OF EXTENSION CORDS
NAMEPLATE RATING AMPS – 0 – 10.0
Total Extension Cord Length (ft) 25 50 75 100 125 150
Wire Gauge 18 18 16 16 14 14
9. Use only the supplied charger when charging. The use of any other charger could
damage the drill or create a hazardous condition.
10.Use only one charger when charging.
11.Do not attempt to open the charger. There are no customer serviceable parts inside.
Return to any authorized Black & Decker service center.
12.DO NOT incinerate the drill or battery packs even if they are severely damaged or
completely worn out. The batteries can explode in a fire.
13.A small leakage of liquid from the battery cells may occur under extreme usage, charg-
ing or temperature conditions. This does not indicate a failure. However, if the outer
seal is broken and this leakage gets on your skin:
a. Wash quickly with soap and water.
b. Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar.
c. If the battery liquid gets in your eyes, flush them with clean water for a minimum of 10
minutes and seek immediate medical attention. MEDICALNOTE: The liquid is a
25-35% solution of potassium hydroxide.

Important Charging Notes

1. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery pack is charged when
the air temperature is between 65°F and 75°F (18°- 24°C). DO NOT charge the battery
pack in an air temperature below +40°F(+4.5°C), or above +105°F (+40.5°C). This is
important and will prevent serious damage to the battery pack.
2. The charger and battery pack may become warm to touch while charging. This is
a normal condition, and does not indicate a problem.
3. If the battery pack does not charge properly — (1) Check power at receptacle by
plugging in a lamp or other appliance. (2) Check to see if receptacle is connected to a
light switch which turns power off when you turn out the lights. (3) Move charger and
battery pack to a location where the surrounding air temperature is approximately
65°F - 75°F (18°- 24°C). (4) If charging problems persist, take or send the tool, battery
pack and charger to your local service center.
4. The battery pack should be recharged when it does not produce sufficient power on jobs
which were easily done previously. DO NOTCONTINUE use under these
conditions. Follow the charging procedures. You may also charge a partially used pack
whenever you desire with no adverse affect on the battery pack.
5. Black & Decker battery packs that are labeled “NiMH” should only be used with
chargers labeled “NiMH“ or “NiCd/NiMH.”
6. Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged into the power supply, the exposed
charging contacts inside the charger can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign
materials of a conductive nature such as, but not limited to, steel wool, aluminum foil, or
any buildup of metallic particles should be kept away from charger cavities. Always
unplug the charger from the power supply when there is no battery pack in the cavity.
Unplug charger before attempting to clean.
7. Do not immerse charger in water or any other liquid.
8. This power unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mounted position.

Safety Warnings and Instructions: Drills

1. Hold drill firmly with one hand on the grip and the other hand on the bottom of the
battery pack.
2. When attaching accessories in the drill chuck, hand tighten the keyless chuck firmly.
WARNING: Drill may stall (if overloaded or improperly used) causing a twist. Always
expect the stall. Grip the drill firmly to control the twisting action and prevent loss of
control which could cause personal injury. If a stall does occur, release the trigger
immediately and determine the reason for the stall before re-starting.
Operating Instructions

Trigger Switch & Reversing Button - Figure 2

The drill is turned ON and OFF by pulling and releasing the trigger switch shown in Figure
2.The farther the trigger is depressed, the higher the speed of the drill. A forward/reverse
control button determines the direction of the tool and also serves as a lock off button. To
select forward rotation, release the trigger switch and depress the forward/reverse control
button as depicted in figure 2.To select reverse, depress the forward/reverse control
button the opposite direction. The center position of the control button locks the tool in the
off position. When changing the position of the control button, be sure the trigger is released.

Torque Control - Figure 3

This tool is fitted with a collar to select the operating mode and to set the torque for
tightening screws. Large screws and hard workpiece materials require a higher torque
setting than small screws and soft workpiece materials.
• For drilling in wood, metal and plastics, set the collar to the drilling position symbol .
• For screwdriving, set the collar to the desired setting. If you do not yet know the
appropriate setting, proceed as follows:
• Set the collar to the lowest torque setting.
• Tighten the first screw.
• If the clutch ratchets before the desired result is achieved, increase the collar setting
and continue tightening the screw. Repeat until you reach the correct setting. Use this
setting for the remaining screws.

Hammer Action

Your drill has hammer action which is engaged by twisting the torque collar to the hammer
symbol. Use hammer action when drilling in masonry.

Dual Range Gearing - Figure 4

The dual range feature of your drill allows you to shift gears for greater versatility. To select
low speed, high torque setting (position 1), turn tool off and permit to stop. Move shifter to
the number 1. To select the high speed, low torque setting (position 2), turn tool off and
permit to stop. Move shifter to the number 2.
NOTE:Do not change gears when tool is running. If you are having trouble changing gears,
make sure that the dual range gear button is either completely pushed to one side or the
other.

Keyless Chuck

To insert a drill bit or other accessory:
Loosen the chuck by rotating the sleeve counterclockwise. Insert the bit or other
accessory fully into the chuck, and tighten securely by rotating in the clockwise direction as
viewed from the chuck end.
WARNING:Do not attempt to tighten drill bits (or any other accessory) by gripping the
front part of the chuck and turning the tool on. Damage to the chuck and personal injury
may occur when changing accessories.

Screw Driving

For driving fasteners, the reversing button should be pushed to the left. Use reverse (button
pushed to the right) for removing fasteners. When moving from forward to reverse, or vice
versa, always release the trigger switch first.

Drilling

• Use sharp drill bits only.
• Support and secure work properly, as instructed in the Safety Instructions.
• Use appropriate and required safety equipment, as instructed in the Safety Instructions.
• Secure and maintain work area, as instructed in the Safety Instructions.
• Run the drill very slowly, using light pressure, until the hole is started enough to keep the
drill bit from slipping out of it.
• Apply pressure in a straight line with the bit. Use enough pressure to keep the bit biting but
not so much as to stall the motor or deflect the bit.
•Hold the drill firmly with two hands to control its twisting action.
• DO NOT CLICK THE TRIGGER OF ASTALLED DRILL OFF AND ON IN AN ATTEMPTTO
STARTIT. DAMAGE TO THE DRILLCAN RESULT.
• Minimize stalling on breakthrough by reducing pressure and slowly drilling through the last
part of the hole.
• Keep the motor running while pulling the bit out of a drilled hole. This will help reduce
jamming.
•Make sure switch turns drill on and off.
WARNING:It is important to support the work properly and to hold the drill firmly to
prevent loss of control which could cause personal injury. If you have any questions on how
to properly operate tool, call: 1-800-544-6986.

Drilling In Wood

Holes in wood can be made with the same twist drill bits used for metal or with spade bits.
These bits should be sharp and should be pulled out frequently when drilling to clear chips
from the flutes.

Drilling In Metal

Use a cutting lubricant when drilling metals. The exceptions are cast iron and brass which
should be drilled dry. The cutting lubricants that work best are sulfurized cutting oil or lard oil.

Drilling in Masonry

Select position 2 for drilling with hammer action. Use carbide tipped masonry bits. Refer to
Drilling section. Keep even force on the drill but not so much that you crack the brittle
material. Asmooth, even flow of dust indicates the proper drilling rate.

Maintenance

Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the tool;
never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
IMPORTANT:To assure product SAFETYand RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and
adjustment (other than those listed in this manual) should be performed by authorized service
centers or other qualified service personnel, always using identical replacement parts.

The RBRC™ Seal

The RBRC™(Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation)
Seal on the nickel-cadmium battery (or battery pack) indicates that the costs to
recycle the battery (or battery pack) at the end of its useful life have already been
paid by Black & Decker. In some areas, it is illegal to place spent nickel-cadmium
batteries in the trash or municipal solid waste stream and the RBRC program provides an
environmentally conscious alternative.
RBRC in cooperation with Black & Decker and other battery users, has established
programs in the United States and Canada to facilitate the collection of spent nickel-
cadmium batteries. Help protect our environment and conserve natural resources by
returning the spent nickel-cadmium battery to an authorized Black& Decker service center
or to your local retailer for recycling. You may also contact your local recycling center for
information on where to drop off the spent battery, or call 1-800-8-BATTERY.

Accessories

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local dealer or
authorized service center. If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call:
1-800-544-6986.
WARNING:The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be
hazardous.
The following accessories should be used only in the sizes specified below:
BITS, METALDRILLING – Up to 1/2"(12.7mm); BITS, MASONRY DRILLING – Up to 1/2"
(12.7mm); WOOD DRILLING – Up to 1-1/2"(38.1mm) Soft Wood, 1-1/4"(31.7mm) Hard Wood.

Service Information

All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers
with efficient and reliable power tool service. Whether you need technical advice, repair, or
genuine factory replacement parts, contact the Black & Decker location nearest you. To find
your local service location, refer to the yellow page directory under "Tools—Electric" or call:
1-800-544-6986 or visit www.blackanddecker.com

Full Two-Year Home Use Warranty

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in material
or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of
two ways.
The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from whom
it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should be made
within the time period of the retailer’s policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days after the
sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for their specific
return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges.
The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black &Decker owned or
authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at our option. Proof of purchase may be
required. Black & Decker owned and authorized Service Centers are listed under "Tools-
Electric" in the yellow pages of the phone directory and on our website
www.blackanddecker.com.
This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights
and you may have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province. Should
you have any questions, contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service
Center. This product is not intended for commercial use.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are
missing, call1-800-544-6986 for a free replacement.

Special WARRANTY Note to Contractors:

FIRESTORMTMbranded products are offered as high end consumer home use tools and
carry a HOME USE WARRANTY.These tools are designed, manufactured and tested to
meet or exceed the needs of the do-it-yourselfer in the execution of projects and repairs in
and around the home. With proper use they will provide the home owner with step up power
and performance well beyond their two year warranty. However, if you use tools for a living
and use FIRESTORMTMbranded products or any of Black & Decker ’s other Consumer Home
Use tools ON THE JOBSITEyou should know that they CANNOT BE COVERED UNDER
OUR WARRANTY.
See ‘Tools-Electric’
– Yellow Pages –
for Service & Sales
Imported by
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.,
701 E. Joppa Rd.
Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.
FSX1800HD tool can accept any of the following 18V slide pack batteries and 18V slide
pack chargers seen in the chart below. Please see the individual charger manuals for all
safety and operating instructions. Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution
• Unit will not start. • Battery not installed properly. • Check battery installation.
• Battery not charged. • Check battery charging
requirements.
• Lock-off button actuated. • Move lock-off button from
center position.
• Battery will not charge. • Battery not inserted into charger. • Insert battery into charger
until red LED appears.
• Charger not plugged in. • Plug charger into a working
outlet. Refer to “Important
Charging Notes” for more
details.
• Surrounding air temperature • Move charger and tool to a
too hot or too cold. surrounding air temperature
of above 40 degree F(4,5°C)
or below 105 degree F
(+40,5°C).
For assistance with your product, visit our websitewww.blackanddecker.com for the
location of the service center nearest you or call the BLACK & DECKER help line at
1-800-544-6986.
18V Slide Pack Batteries
18V Firestorm Battery
18V FSXtreme Battery
18V FSXtreme Battery -
3 terminal
18V FSXtreme Battery -
Silver Series
18V Black & Decker Battery
FSB18
FS180BX
FS18BX
FS18SBX
HPB18
Cat. # Description
18V Slide Pack Chargers
18V Cup Charger
18V Dual Port Charger
18V Radio Charger
18V Three Port Charger
9.6V-18V Fast Charger
9.6V-24V One Hour Charger
9.6V-24V Dual Port One Hour
Charger
FS18C
FS180DC
FS18RC
5104211-00
FSMVC
FS240FC
FS2400DC
Cat. # Description