Black & Decker GC9600 Maintenance, Selecting the operating mode or torque fig. F, Batteries

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Selecting the operating mode or torque (fig. F)

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. The collar has a wide range of settings to suit your application.

For drilling in wood, metal and plastics, set the collar (3) to the drilling position by aligning the symbol with the marking (15).

For screwdriving, set the collar to the desired setting.

If you do not yet know the appropriate setting, proceed as follows:

-Set the collar (3) 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.

Maintenance

Your Black & Decker tool has been designed to operate over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.

Your charger does not require any maintenance apart from regular cleaning.

Warning! Before performing any maintenance on the tool, remove the battery from the tool. Unplug the charger before cleaning it.

Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool and charger using a soft brush or dry cloth.

Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth. Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner. Regularly open the chuck and tap it to remove any dust from the interior.

Switching on and off Protecting the environment

Variable speed switch

To switch the tool on, press the variable speed switch (1). The tool speed depends on how far you press the switch. To switch the tool off, release the variable speed switch.

Hints for optimum use

Drilling

Always apply a light pressure in a straight line with the drill bit.

Just before the drill tip breaks through the other side of the workpiece, decrease pressure on the tool.

Use a block of wood to back up workpieces that may splinter. Use spade bits when drilling large diameter holes in wood. Use HSS drill bits when drilling in metal.

Use masonry bits when drilling in soft masonry.

Use a lubricant when drilling metals other than cast iron and brass.

Make an indentation using a centre punch at the centre of the hole to be drilled in order to improve accuracy.

Screwdriving

Always use the correct type and size of screwdriver bit. If screws are difficult to tighten, try applying a small amount of washing liquid or soap as a lubricant.

Always hold the tool and screwdriver bit in a straight line with the screw.

Separate collection. This product must not be disposed of with normal household waste.

Should you find one day that your Black & Decker product needs replacement, or if it is of no further use to you, do not dispose of it with household waste. Make this product available for separate collection.

Separate collection of used products and packaging allows materials to be recycled and used again. Re-use of recycled materials helps prevent environmental pollution and reduces the demand for raw materials.

Local regulations may provide for separate collection of electrical products from the household, at municipal waste sites or by the retailer when you purchase a new product.

Batteries

Black & Decker batteries can be recharged many times. At the end of their useful life, discard batteries with due care for our environment:

Run the battery down completely, then remove it from the tool.

NiCd, NiMH and Li-Ion batteries are recyclable. Take them to any authorized repair agent or a local recycling station.

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