Black & Decker TM505, TM500 Features, Assembly, Accessories, Maintenance, Use, Service

Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.

Before drilling into walls, floors or ceilings check for the location of wiring and pipes.

Avoid touching the tip of a drill bit just after drilling, as it may be hot.

Features

This tool includes some or all of the following features:

1.On/off switch

2.Lock-on button

3.Drilling mode selector

4.Chuck

Assembly

Warning! Before assembly, make sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged.

Fitting a drill bit or screwdriver bit

Keyed chuck (fig. A)

Open the chuck by turning the sleeve (5) counterclockwise. Insert the bit shaft (6) into the chuck.

Insert the chuck key (7) into each hole (8) in the side of the chuck and turn clockwise until tight.

Removing and refitting the chuck (fig. B)

Open the chuck as far as possible.

Remove the chuck retaining screw, located in the chuck, by turning it clockwise using a screwdriver.

Tighten an Allen key into the chuck and strike it with a hammer as shown.

Remove the Allen key.

Remove the chuck by turning it counterclockwise.

To refit the chuck, screw it onto the spindle and secure it with the chuck retaining screw.

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Selecting the drilling mode

For drilling in masonry, set the drilling mode selector (3) to the position.

For drilling in other materials and for screwdriving, set the drilling mode selector to the position.

Switching on and off

To switch the tool on, press switch (1). For variable speed units, the tool's speed depends on how far you press the switch. As a general rule for variable speed units, use low speeds for large diameter drill bits and high speeds for smaller diameter drill bits.

For continuous operation, press the lock-on button (2) and release the switch. This option is available

only at full speed. This option does not work in reverse rotation.

To switch the tool off, release the switch. To switch the tool off when in continuous operation, press the switch once more and release it.

Accessories

The performance of your tool depends on the accessory used. Black & Decker accessories are engineered to high quality standards and designed to enhance the performance of your tool. By using these accessories you will get the very best from your tool.

Maintenance

Your 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. Warning! Before performing any maintenance, switch off and unplug the tool.

Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool 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.

Use

Warning! Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not overload. Warning! Before drilling into walls, floors or ceilings, check for the location of wiring and pipes.

Selecting the direction of rotation (Applicable for TM505) For drilling and for tightening screws, use forward (clockwise) rotation. For loosening screws or removing a jammed drill bit, use reverse (counterclockwise) rotation.

To select forward rotation, push the forward/reverse slider to the centre position.

To select reverse rotation, push the forward/reverse slider to the left.

Warning! Never change the direction of rotation while the motor is running.

Service

Black & Decker offers a full network of company-owned and authorized service locations. 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.

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