CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Caution: Always disconnect this tool from its electrical power supply before performing any cleaning, servicing, or maintenance.
1.Keep the Drill exterior free of oil or grease. Use only a mild soap and damp cloth when cleaning. Do not use a flammable or combustible solvent. Do not immerse this product in a liquid or allow a liquid to flow inside the tool.
2.Before each use, examine the general condition of the Drill. Check for loose screws, mis- alignment, binding of moving parts, improper mounting, broken parts and any other condi- tion that may affect its safe operation. Run the Drill for about ten seconds to ensure all moving parts are running smoothly and there are no loose parts, rattles, or sparking that would indicate defects. If an abnormality occurs, turn off the Drill immediately and have the problem corrected before further use. Do not use a damaged tool.
3.The Drill is equipped with an 18V
a.Note: Always switch to a fresh battery when tool performance begins to dimin- ish. Severe heat is most destructive to a battery; the more heat generated, the faster the battery loses power. A battery that gets too hot can be permanently dam- aged. Never
b.Place the Battery into the Battery Charger as described in the section, “To Charge The Battery.” Charging room temperature: 50° F - 104° F.
4.If the Battery has charged for 2 hours but will not power the Drill, the Battery may need replacement. Purchase only replacement batteries from Harbor Freight Tools. Do not at- tempt to repair the
Disposal of Ni-Cd Battery
5.Contact local hazardous waste disposal authorities for proper battery disposal or recycling guidelines. NEVER set fire to a used battery.
Rev 03a
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