is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug the charger
before attempting to clean.
6. Do not freeze or immerse the charger in water or any
other liquid.
Storage Recommendations
1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry, away
from direct sunlight and excess heat or cold.
2. For long storage, it is recommended to store a fully
charged battery pack in a cool dry place out of the
charger for optimal results.
NoTE: Battery packs should not be stored completely
depleted of charge. The battery pack will need to be
recharged before use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE USE
COMPONENTS (FIG. A)
WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part
of it. Damage or personal injury could result.
Refer to Figure A at the beginning of this manual for a
complete list of components.
INTENDED USE
This heavy-duty cordless rotary hammer is designed for
professional concrete drilling and chiseling applications.
Do NoT use under wet conditions or in presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
This heavy-duty cordless rotary hammer is a professional
power tool.
Do NoT let children come into contact with the tool.
Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use
this tool.
Trigger Switch (Fig. A)
To turn the tool on, squeeze the trigger switch
the tool off, release the trigger switch. Your tool is equipped
with a brake. The chuck will stop as soon as the trigger
switch is fully released.
Variable speed Trigger switch
The variable speed trigger switch enables you to select
the best speed for a particular application. The farther you
squeeze the trigger switch, the faster the tool will operate.
For maximum tool life, use variable speed only for starting
holes or fasteners.
NoTE: Continuous use in variable speed range is not
recommended. It may damage the trigger switch and
should be avoided.
Worklight (Fig. A)
CAUTION: Do not stare into worklight. Serious eye
injury could result.
There is a worklight
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located on the tool. The worklight
is activated when the trigger switch is depressed, and will
automatically turn off 20 seconds after the trigger switch
is released. If the trigger switch remains depressed, the
worklight will remain on.
NoTE: The worklight is for lighting the immediate work
surface and is not intended to be used as a flashlight.
Forward/Reverse Control Button (Fig. A)
A forward/reverse control button
direction of bit rotation and also serves as a lock-off button.
To select forward rotation, release the trigger switch
and depress the forward/reverse control button on the right
side of the tool.
To select reverse, depress the forward/reverse control
button on the left side of the tool.
The center position of the control button locks the tool
in the off position. When changing the position of the
control button, be sure the trigger is released.
NoTE: The first time the tool is run after changing the
direction of rotation, you may hear a click on start up. This is
normal and does not indicate a problem.
SHOCKS® Active Vibration Control System
For best vibration control, hold the tool as described in
Proper Hand Position and apply just enough pressure so
the damping device on the main handle is approximately
mid stroke. The hammer only needs enough pressure to
engage the active vibration control. Applying too much
pressure will not make the tool actuate faster and active
vibration control will not engage.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An
accidental start-up can cause injury.
Side Handle (Fig. D)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury,
. To turn
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ALWAYS operate the tool with the side handle
properly installed. Failure to do so may result in
the side handle slipping during tool operation and
subsequent loss of control. Hold tool with both hands
to maximize control.
The side handle
may be rotated 360˚ to permit right- or left-hand use.
Mounting the Straight Side Handle
(Fig. D)
1. Widen the ring opening of the side handle
rotating it counterclockwise.
2. Slide the assembly onto the nose of the tool, through
the steel ring
holder and sleeve.
3. Rotate the side handle assembly to the desired position.
For hammerdrilling horizontally with a heavy drill
bit, place the side handle assembly at an angle of
approximately 20° to the tool for optimum control.
4. Lock the side handle mounting assembly in place by
rotating the handle clockwise.
determines the
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1
clamps to the front of the gear case and
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and onto the collar
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, past the chisel
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by
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