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Assembly
Warning! Before assembly, make sure that the tool is switched
off and unplugged.
Fitting the side handle and depth stop (fig. A)
Turn the grip counterclockwise until you can slide the side
handle (7) onto the front of the tool as shown.
Rotate the side handle into the desired position.
Insert the depth stop (6) into the mounting hole as shown.
Set the drilling depth as described below.
Tighten the side handle by turning the grip clockwise.
Fitting a drill bit or screwdriver bit
Keyless chuck (fig. B)
Open the chuck by turning the front part (8) with one hand
while holding the rear part (9) with the other.
Insert the bit shaft (10) into the chuck and firmly tighten
the chuck.
Keyed chuck (fig. C)
Open the chuck by turning the sleeve (11) counterclockwise.
Insert the bit shaft (10) into the chuck.
Insert the chuck key (12) into each hole (13) in the side of
the chuck and turn clockwise until tight.
Removing and refitting the chuck (fig. D)
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.
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 (fig. E)
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 (3)
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.
Selecting the drilling mode
For drilling in masonry, set the drilling mode selector (4) to
the position.
For drilling in other materials and for screwdriving, set the
drilling mode selector to the position.
Setting the drilling depth (fig. F)
Slacken the side handle (7) by turning the grip
counterclockwise.
Set the depth stop (6) to the desired position. The maximum
drilling depth is equal to the distance between the tip of
the drill bit and the front end of the depth stop.
Tighten the side handle by turning the grip clockwise.
Switching on and off
To switch the tool on, press the variable speed switch (1).
The tool speed depends on how far you press the switch.
As a general rule, 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 variable speed switch. This option is available
only at full speed. This option does not work in reverse
rotation.
To switch the tool off, release the variable speed switch.
To switch the tool off when in continuous operation, press
the variable speed switch once more and release it.
Accessories
The performance of your tool depends on the accessory used.
Black & Decker and Piranha 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.
