5) BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Ensure the switch is in the off position before
inserting battery pack. Inserting the battery pack into
power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
b) Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.
c) Use power tools only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and fire.
d) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can
make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns
or a fire.
e) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid
ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
6) SERVICE
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CORDLESS DRILL/
DRIVERS
● Avoid damage that can be caused by screws, nails and
other elements in your workpiece; remove them before
you start working
● Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the
voltage indicated on the nameplate of the charger
(chargers with a rating of 230V or 240V can also be
connected to a 220V supply)
● In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction,
immediately switch off the tool or unplug charger from
power source
● SKIL can assure flawless functioning of the tool only
when original accessories are used
● Use only accessories with an allowable speed matching
at least the highest no-load speed of the tool
● This tool should not be used by people under the age of
16 years
● Be careful not to drill or drive into areas where electrical
wires may be contacted
● Ensure that switch B 2 is in the middle (locking)
position before making any adjustments or changing
accessories as well as when carrying or storing the tool
CHARGING/BATTERIES
● Charge battery only with the charger that is supplied
with the tool
● Do not touch the contacts in the charger
● Do not expose tool/charger/battery to rain
● Never charge battery outdoors 4
● Store tool/charger/battery in locations where
temperature will not exceed 40° C or drop below 0° C
● Batteries will explode in fire, so do not burn battery for
any reason
● When damaged, and under extreme usage and
temperature conditions, batteries may start to leak
- if liquid comes into contact with the skin, wash quickly
with soap and water, then with lemon juice or vinegar
- if liquid gets into the eyes, flush eyes with clean water
for a minimum of 10 minutes and seek immediately
medical attention
● When battery is not in tool or charger, it should be kept
away from metal objects such as nails, screws, keys etc.
to prevent short-circuit
● Do not use charger when damaged; take it to one of the
officially registered SKIL Service Stations for a safety
check
● Do not use charger when cord or plug is damaged; cord
or plug should be replaced immediately at one of the
officially registered SKIL Service Stations
● Do not use battery when damaged; it should be replaced
immediately
● Do not disassemble charger or battery
● Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries
with the charger
WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):
● Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire
in the cord of the charger to the earth terminal of the
plug
● If for any reason the old plug is cut off the cord of the
charger, it must be disposed of safely and not left
unattended
USE
● Charging battery 5
- battery of new tools is not fully charged
! remove battery from charger after charging period
has ended thereby lengthening the service life of
the battery
IMPORTANT:
- after 3 hours the charging operation will be
completed, and the battery may be used, even
though the red light may still be on (the red light
may require more than 3 hours to turn off)
- while charging, the charger and the battery may
become warm to touch; this is normal and does not
indicate a problem
- ensure that the outside surface of the battery is clean
and dry before inserting into charger
- do not charge at temperatures below 0° C and over
40° C
- do not remove battery from tool while it is running
- when you charge the battery for the first time, it only
accepts 80% of its maximum capacity; after several
charges and discharges, however, the batteries
should be at full capacity and deliver maximum
performance
- do not repeatedly recharge the battery after only a
few minutes of operation; this may result in a
reduction of operating time and battery efficiency
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