/2" BRUSHLESS DRILL/DRIVER 241-0468 OPERATOR’S MANUAL CAUTION: To Reduce the Risk of Injury, User Must Read and Understand the Operator’s Manual. Save These Instructions For Future Reference. For questions / comments, technical assistance or repair parts – Please Call Toll Free: 1-866-917-4374. (M-F 8:30am-5:00pm Est.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2 Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4 Overview/Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SAFETY SYMBOLS Some of these following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Read all safety warnings and instructions! Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and / or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. 4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts. 7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure that these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dust-related hazards. USE AND CARE OF THE POWER TOOLS 1. Do not force the power tool.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR BRUSHLESS DRILL/DRIVER 1. Know your drill/driver. Read operator’s manual carefully. Learn the applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or serious injury. 2. Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury. 3.
OVERVIEW Torque-adjustment Ring FIG. 1 Two-speed Gearbox Switch Keyless Chuck Chuck Jaws Vents Direction-of-rotation Selector (Forward/ Center-lock/Reverse) Variable-speed Trigger Switch LED Worklight SPECIFICATIONS Motor 20Volt DC Chuck 1/2” (13mm) No Load Speeds 0-450/0-1750 RPM Clutch 23+1positions Torque 600 in.lbs Weight (without battery) 2 lbs. 12 oz. (1.
ASSEMBLY WARNING: If any part is broken or missing, DO NOT attempt to attach the battery pack, or operate the tool until the broken or missing part is replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious injury. WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious injury.
OPERATION 2. Depress the battery-release button, located on the front of the battery pack, to release the battery pack. 3. Pull the battery pack and remove it from the tool. DIRECTION -OF-ROTATION SELECTOR (FORWARD/CENTERLOCK/REVERSE) (FIG. 3) FIG. 3 VARIABLE-SPEED TRIGGER SWITCH (FIG. 2) FIG. 2 Reverse Forward Directionof-rotation selector Variable-speed trigger switch The direction of bit rotation is reversible and is controlled by a selector located above the trigger switch.
OPERATION ELECTRIC BRAKE To stop the drill/driver, release the trigger switch and allow the chuck to come to a complete stop. The electric brake quickly stops the chuck from rotating. This feature engages automatically when you release the trigger switch. TWO-SPEED GEARBOX (FIG. 4) FIG. 4 NOTICE: Avoid running the drill/driver at high speed for extended periods of time. Running at high speed under constant usage may cause the drill/driver to become overheated.
OPERATION ADJUSTABLE-TORQUE CLUTCH (FIG. 6) DRILL MODE (FIG. 7) FIG. 7 FIG. 6 To decrease torque Torque-adjustment ring Torque indicator Drill icon To increase torque The higher the torque drill setting, the more force the drill/driver produces to turn an object in either low or high rotation speed. When using the drill/driver for different driving applications, increase or decrease the torque in order to help prevent damage to screw heads, threads, workpiece, etc.
OPERATION INSTALLING BITS (FIG. 9) FIG. 9 Keyless chuck REMOVING BITS (FIG. 10) FIG. 10 OPEN (release) OPEN (release) Chuck jaws Bit Bit Chuck jaws GRIP (tighten) GRIP (tighten) Keyless chuck 1. Remove the battery pack from the drill/ driver. 1. Remove the battery pack from the drill/ driver. 2. Open the chuck jaws until the opening is slightly larger than the bit you intend to use, and raise the front of the drill/driver slightly to keep the bit from falling out of the chuck jaws. 2.
OPERATION INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE BELT CLIP (FIG.11) FIG. 11 To install the bit holder: 1. Align the rib of the bit holder the hole on the base of the drill. 2. Insert the screw (included) and tighten the screw securely with a screwdriver. The bit holder can be positioned on either side of the tool. To remove the bit holder: Belt clip 1. Use a screwdriver to loosen the screw that attaches the bit holder to the drill. 2. Remove the screw and the bit holder.
OPERATION DRILLING IN WOOD • Overheat the drill/driver • Wear the bearings For maximum performance, use woodboring brad-point drill bits (available separately) or brad-point bits (available separately) for wood drilling. • Bend or burn bits • Produce off-center or irregularly shaped holes 1. When drilling “through” holes, place a block of wood behind the workpiece to prevent ragged or splintered edges on the back side of the hole.
MAINTENANCE REMOVING THE CHUCK (FIG. 13) FIG. 13 TO RETIGHTEN THE CHUCK 1. Remove the battery pack from the drill/ driver. 2. Open the chuck jaws. 3. Insert a 3/8” hex key (available separately) into the chuck and securely tighten the chuck jaws onto the hex key. Tap the hex key sharply with a mallet (available separately) in a clockwise direction. This will tighten the chuck onto the spindle. 4. Open the chuck jaws and remove the hex key. 5.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM The drill/driver does not work Bit cannot be installed Motor is overheating CAUSE SOLUTION Battery is depleted Charge the battery Chuck jaws are not open Open the chuck jaws The bit does not fit the chuck jaw. Use an appropriate bit with a shank no larger than ½ in. The cooling vents may be obstructed. Clean, clear the vents.
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1/2" BRUSHLESS DRILL/DRIVER WARRANTY 90-DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: This MASTERFORCE® brand power tool carries our 90-DAY Money Back Guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with your MASTERFORCE® brand power tool for any reason within ninety (90) days from the date of purchase, return the tool with your original receipt to any MENARDS® retail store, and we will provide you a refund – no questions asked.
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1/4” Impact Driver 241-0435 OPERATOR’S MANUAL CAUTION: To Reduce the Risk of Injury, User Must Read and Understand the Operator’s Manual. Save These Instructions For Future Reference. For questions / comments, technical assistance or repair parts – Please Call Toll Free: 1-866-917-4374 (M-F 8:30am-5:00pm EST).
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2 Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3 Overview/Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SAFETY SYMBOLS Some of these following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instruction, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts. g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards. h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Battery pack Charger 252-8029 252-8025 252-8030 252-8036 252-8031 252-8037 252-8034 252-8044 252-8035 WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
OVERVIEW LED Worklight Ring Chuck Direction-of-rotation Selector Trigger Switch Belt Clip Mode-selector SPECIFICATIONS No-load Speed I: 0-1,100 RPM II: 0-1,900 RPM III: 0-2,800 RPM Impact Rate I: 0-1,200 BPM II: 0-2,350 BPM III: 0-3,300 BPM Torque I: 770 in.lb II: 1,240 in.lb III: 1,700 in.lb Driver 1/4” Hex Weight 2 lb. 14 oz (1.
ASSEMBLY CONTENTS WARNING: If any part is broken or missing, DO NOT attach the battery pack or operate the tool until the broken or missing part is replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious injury. Cordless impact driver, bit holder, belt clip,bit and instruction manual. UNPACKING WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool.
ASSEMBLY TRIGGER SWITCH (FIG.2) FIG. 2 Direction-ofrotation Selector Trigger Switch To turn the impact driver on, depress the trigger switch. The direction of rotation is reversible and is controlled by a selector located above the trigger switch. With the impact driver held in normal operating position: position the direction-of-rotation selector to the left of the tool for forward rotation; position the direction-of-rotation selector to the right of the tool for reverse rotation.
ASSEMBLY 2. Position the direction-of-rotation selector to the left of the tool for forward rotation, and press the trigger switch to turn on the mode-indicator light. 3. Press the mode selector to change the speed: press once for low, press twice for medium, and press a third time for high. 4. To make the Auto-stop function available, press and hold the mode selector for three seconds: the autostop indicator will shine.
OPERATION TO INSTALL THE BIT HOLDER (FIG.7): 1. Lock the trigger switch on the impact driver by placing the direction-ofrotation selector in the center position. FIG. 7 2. Insert the bit into the chuck. You will hear a “click” to indicate that the bit is securely installed in place. 3. Pull on the bit to check if it installed securely. REMOVING BITS Bit Holder 1. Lock the trigger switch on the impact driver by placing the direction-ofrotation selector in the center position. 2.
MAINTENANCE BEFORE EACH USE WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operations, or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask. WARNING: Do not at any time allow brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc. to come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic, which may result in serious personal injury. 1. Check for damaged, missing, or worn parts. 2.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM The impact driver does not work. Page 13 CAUSE SOLUTION The battery pack is depleted. Charge the battery pack. The battery pack or impact driver is too hot. Turn off the impact driver and allow the impact driver and battery pack to cool.
1/4” Impact Driver WARRANTY 90-DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: This MASTERFORCE® brand power tool carries our 90-DAY Money Back Guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with your MASTERFORCE® brand power tool for any reason within ninety (90) days from the date of purchase, return the tool with your original receipt to any MENARDS® retail store, and we will provide you a refund – no questions asked.
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