8V CORDLESS DRILL/DRIVER BN18SB INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1 Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Code: BN18SB Date: 080508 Edition: 03 Op: DCR
Contents Warranty 2 Warranty Power Tools Introduction 3 Environmental protection 3 Description of symbols 3 Specifications 3 Safety instructions 4 Additional safety rules for drills 5 Additional safety instructions for the charger 6 Know your product 7 Fitting and removing the battery pack 8 Battery charging 8 To obtain the best life for the battery 8 Using the drill 8 Forward/reverse switch 9 Adjustable torque 9 Inserting and removing bits 9 Adjustable side handle 9 Whils
Introduction Description of symbols Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria. You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, and, with proper care, it will give you many years of dependable service. CAUTION. Carefully read through this entire Instruction Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings.
3. Personal safety a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. b. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries. c.
• Ensure that the lighting is adequate. • Do not put pressure on the drill, such that it slows the motor down. Allow the drill bit to cut without pressure. You will get better results and you will be taking better care of your tool. • Keep the area free of tripping hazards. • Do not let anyone under 18 years operate this tool. • Only use accessory bits in good condition. • Before drilling, check that there is sufficient clearance for the drill bit under the workpiece. • Do not touch the bit after operation.
who use and service the machine have to be acquainted with this Manual and must be informed about its potential hazards. Children and frail people must not use this tool. Children should be supervised at all times if they are in the area in which the tool is being used. It is also imperative that you observe the accident prevention regulations in force in your area. The same applies for general rules of occupational health and safety.
Know your product This drill is mainly used for drilling in wood or metal sheet and screwdriving. Use the tool and accessories only for intended applications. All other applications are expressly ruled out. 1. Keyless chuck 2. Torque collar 3. Trigger with variable speed control 4. Forward/reverse switch 5. Side handle 6. Side handle clamp knob 7. Battery pack release tabs 8. Rechargeable battery pack 9. Charger 10.
4. The battery charging time is approximately 3–5 hours. The red LED goes out when the charging cycle is complete. Turn off the charger power supply from the mains and then remove the battery from the adaptor. Note. The LED will continue to come on and off periodically after the battery is fully charged. WARNING. Only use charger 1835C with the adaptor that is supplied for the BN18SB.
To stop the drill, release the trigger switch. Note. You can only change the direction of rotation of the drill using the forward/reverse switch when the trigger is NOT depressed. Inserting and removing bits This drill has a keyless chuck, which means that a chuck key is not needed to secure a bit in the drill. 1.
Drilling Chuck replacement Drilling metals • Always clamp sheet metal. • Support thin metal with a block of wood to avoid distorting it. • Use a punch to mark the centre of the hole.
GMC customer assist If your product needs repairing or you simply need help or advice, please contact us on our Customer Assist Line 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). For prompt service we suggest you log your service request online at www.gmcservice.com.au. Should you not have access to the Internet, please contact our service department on 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). 7am – 7pm, 7days a week (AEST).
