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Item 98896
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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.
Inspect tool before use, looking for damaged, loose, and missing parts.
If any problems are found, do not use tool until repaired.
Tool Set Up
TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURy FROM AccIDENTAL OpERATION:
Turn off the tool, detach the air supply, safely discharge any residual air pressure in the tool, and
release the trigger before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURy:
Do not adjust or tamper with any control or component in a way not specifically explained within
this manual. Improper adjustment can result in tool failure or other serious hazards.
Side Handle Installation
1. Slide the Handle Ring (35) over the front
of the housing in the desired position.
2. Install the Handle (34) over the threaded portion
of the Handle Ring (35) and tighten securely.
Drill Bit Installation
cAUTION! Wear heavy-duty work gloves to provide
protection when inserting and removing drill bits.
Drill bits become very hot during use.
Do not remove drill bits until the bit has cooled.
1. Loosen the Chuck with the Chuck Key until the jaws
of the drill are opened enough to fit the drill bit.
2. Place the desired drill bit into the drill
between the Chuck Jaws.
Note: In addition to single or double-ended
screwdriver bits, adapters with hexagonal shafts
with matching socket heads can also be used.
3. Hand tighten the Chuck until the bit is held securely
in place, centered between the Chuck Jaws.
4. Insert the tip of the Chuck Key into a hole on the
side of the Chuck so that the teeth on the Key
engage the gear on the Chuck. Use the Key to
tighten the Chuck securely and remove the Key.
NOTIcE: Use sharp bits. Dull, bent, or damaged
bits will cause stress on the drill and/or break.