Chicago Electric 69452 Tool Set Up, Workpiece and Work Area Set Up, Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

Read the entire Important Safety Information section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

Tool Set Up

To prevent serious injury from accidental operation: Disengage the Lock Button, release the Trigger and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before adjusting tool or installing accessories.

1.	Loosen the Chuck with the Chuck Key until the jaws	3. With heavy leather gloves on, tug on the bit to
	of the drill are opened enough to fit the drill bit.	make sure it is securely attached. Check that it is
2.	Insert the drill bit (sold separately) all	installed straight in the center of the chuck opening.
		Note: Use sharp bits. Dull, bent, or damaged bits may
	the way into the opening and tighten it
	securely in place with the Chuck Key.	cause stress on the drill and break causing injury.

Workpiece and Work Area Set Up

Safety

Setup

1.Designate a work area that is clean and well- lit. The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent distraction and injury.

2.Route the power cord along a safe route to reach the work area without creating a tripping hazard or exposing the power cord to possible damage. The power cord must reach the work area with enough extra length to allow free movement while working.

3.Secure loose workpieces using a vise or clamps (not included) to prevent movement while working.

4.There must not be objects, such as utility lines, nearby that will present a hazard while working.

General Operating Instructions

1.Plug the Power Cord into a 120V~60Hz outlet.

2.Slide the Directional Switch to the forward setting.

3.Place the tip of the drill bit on the workpiece.

4.Grasp the handles firmly with both hands and slowly squeeze the Trigger.

5.To lock the Drill on, press and hold the Trigger then press the Lock ON Button. Release the Trigger then the Lock ON Button. Press and release the Trigger to turn the Drill off.

6.Allow the bit to cut the hole.

7.Remove the bit from the finished hole then release the Trigger, or press and release the Trigger if the Lock ON Button is engaged. Wait for the Drill to come to a complete stop before laying the tool down.

8.To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and disconnect its power supply after use. Clean, then store the tool indoors out of children’s reach.

CAUTION! The bit may be hot to the touch. Allow the bit to cool before removing.

Note: If a bit becomes wedged into workpiece, stop and slide the Directional Switch to the reverse setting. Then slowly squeeze the Trigger to back the bit out of the workpiece.

Note: When drilling wood, plastic or plastic coated chip board, place bit at point to be drilled. When drilling metal, use a punch (sold separately) to mark the drilling position. Use a lubricant to the prolong life of bit and increase drilling action with most metals. With steel, tin, and sheet metal use a light machine oil, with aluminum, use paraffin. Do not use lubricants with brass, copper, and cast iron.

Operation

Maintenance

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