Unpacking
When unpacking, check to make sure that all the parts are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.
Battery Precautions
1. | Read all instructions and warnings on the battery before charging the battery. | |
| To avoid accidents, charge the supplied battery only. Do not use |
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2. | Note: Always switch to a fresh bat- | |
| a different charger with this battery. | tery when tool performance begins |
| to diminish. Severe heat is most de- | |
3. | Do not expose the battery to rain or wet conditions. | structive to a battery; the more heat |
generated, the faster the battery loses | ||
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| power. A battery that gets too hot can |
4.To avoid damage of cable and plug, never pull the cable to be permanently damaged. Never over-
| disconnect the charger. | discharge a battery by using the tool | |
| even after tool performance is decreas- | ||
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5. | Do not use the charger if the cable or plug are damaged. | ing. Never attempt to discharge a tool’s | |
battery by continuing to pull the tool trig- | |||
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6. | Repairs should be carried out by a qualified technician only. | ger. When tool performance begins | |
to diminish, stop the tool, | |||
7. | Do not touch the battery poles with any conductive source. | the battery and use the fresh battery | |
for optimal performance. |
8.Do not store the battery in a box with other metal objects.
9.Do not throw the battery in a fire.
Charging Battery
The battery does not come charged from the factory. Charge before using. Charging room temperature: 500 F - 1040 F.
1.Remove the battery from the Drill. Plug the Adaptor (21) into the battery.
2.Plug the Adaptor into an electrical outlet.
3.Verify that the red charging indicator light on the back of the battery comes on. If it does not come on, check the power connection or try a different wall outlet.
4.Charge the battery initially for 5 hours continuously. Adaptors should not be left plugged in or charging for more than 5 hours. Subsequent charges should take
between 3 and 5 hours. Allow adaptor to cool down before |
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charging | ||
charging another battery. | ||
indicator light | ||
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5.After charging, unplug the Adaptor from the electrical outlet.
6.Insert the battery into the tool by pressing on the two tabs while inserting.
plug from
Adaptor (21)
Battery 
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Note: The operation time of a new battery will ramp up as properly used and recharged.
Drill Operation
1.Insert a drill or screw bit into the Chuck (8). Securely tighten.
Turn the chuck counterclockwise to open, and clockwise to close while holding on to the chuck sleeve. Use 3/8 inch bits or smaller to avoid damage to gears and motor.
SKU 40209 | Page 4 | REV 05/02; REV 10/03; REV01/04; REV10/05 |
