8 VOLT MAX LI-ION CORDLESS DRIVER 241-1398 Owner’s Manual Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without load) is 8 volts. Nominal voltage is 7.2 volts. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Variable speed: 0–400 RPM (no load) Variable torque: 90 in/lb (maximum) Torque clutch positions: 16 + drill mode Hex drive: Quick release ¼" (6.35 mm) Battery: Integral 8V Li-ion, 1.3 Ah (Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without workload) is 8 volts. Nominal voltage is 7.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Product specifications ………….………………………………………………………………... Table of contents …………………………………………………………………….................. General safety warnings ………………………………………………………………………… Eye, ear & lung protection ………………………………………………………………………. Electrical safety …………………………………………………………………………………... Power tool safety …………………………………………………………………….................. General safety rules ……………………………………………………………………………... Work area ………………………………………………………………….……………………...
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS ! WARNING: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. The important precautions, safeguards and instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible situations. It must be understood that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into the product.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS WEAR A DUST MASK THAT IS DESIGNED TO BE USED WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL IN A DUSTY ENVIRONMENT. ! WARNING: Dust that is created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities may contain chemicals that are known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other genetic abnormalities.
POWER TOOL SAFETY ! WARNING: Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) reduces the risk of electric shock. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
POWER TOOL SAFETY PERSONAL SAFETY – cont’d Battery tool use and care Power tool use and care 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. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES ! WARNING: Know your cordless driver. Do not plug in the charger until you have read and understand this Instruction Manual. Learn the tool’s 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. Always wear eye protection. Any power tool can throw foreign objects into your eyes and cause permanent eye damage.
BATTERY & CHARGER SAFETY ! WARNING: Only use the charger supplied with this kit to charge the 8V battery. Charging any other batteries may damage the charger and possibly cause serious injury. The battery pack for this driver is contained within the main housing of the tool. Never attempt to open the battery housing for any reason. If the battery housing breaks or cracks, immediately discontinue use and do not recharge.
SYMBOLS ! WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the cordless driver. Study these symbols and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow for more efficient and safer operation of this tool. V A Hz W kW L kg H N/cm2 Pa OPM Min S or a.c.
KNOW YOUR CORDLESS DRIVER Quick release collar Air vents Torque clutch Forward / reverse switch Trigger switch LED worklight / charging indicator Charging receptacle NOTE: The internal battery pack is contained within the main housing of the driver and cannot be removed.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING CHARGING THE BATTERY 1. Place the driver near a 120 V, 60 Hz electrical outlet. 2. Insert the small battery charger plug (1) into the receptacle in the rear of the driver handle (2) (Fig. 1). 3. Worklight When the trigger switch is squeezed to turn the driver ON, the LED will turn ON at the same time to provide lighting to the screwdriver bit. When the trigger switch is released, the driver and the LED will both turn OFF.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTALLING SCREWDRIVER BITS – cont’d VARIABLE SPEED TRIGGER SWITCH 3. This cordless driver is equipped with a variablespeed ON/OFF trigger switch. Release the quick release collar. Pull outward on the screwdriver bit to ensure it is properly locked into the collet. NOTES: a) Use the largest size screwdriver bit that will properly fit the screw head. b) Make sure the screwdriver bit is in good condition and is neither damaged nor worn. 1.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING ADJUSTING THE TORQUE COLLAR – cont’d PREPARING SCREW HOLES 2. It is important to prepare screw holes before attempting to fasten two pieces of wood together. Proper preparation will make screws drive easier and prevent misaligned components, stripped screw heads, splitting and separating of wood components. Rotate adjustment ring to align the correct torque setting number with the torque indicator arrow (4).
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING DRIVING SCREWS When driving screws, care must be taken to use a bit that correctly fits the head of the screw being driven. Make sure you use the largest bit size that will properly fit into the head of the screw. The bits must also be in good condition and not worn so they will drive screws without slipping out of the screw head. 1. Select the correct screwdriver bit for the screw being driven and install it in the collet (Fig. 3). 2.
MAINTENANCE GENERAL battery during use increases the internal temperature of the battery. The result is increased power as the tool is used. ! WARNING: When servicing this tool, use only identical replacement parts. The use of any other part may create a hazard or cause product damage. LITHIUM-ION BATTERY MAINTENANCE Lithium-ion batteries share many characteristics with Nickel-Cadmium batteries. DO NOT use solvents when cleaning plastic parts.
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PARTS LIST ! WARNING: When servicing, use only original equipment replacement parts. The use of any other parts may create a safety hazard or cause damage to the cordless driver. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this cordless driver may create a safety hazard unless repairs are performed by a qualified technician. For more information, call the Toll-free Helpline, at 1-866-349-8665. Always order by PART NUMBER, not by key number.
PARTS LIST Key # 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 Part # 2010080097 2040050125 2010240001 2010090012 2010230001 4110020003 1170070012 2010010021 1170070011 2010010020 2030020025 4020010028 3150090047 2010180023 1030030038 3010030026 6240030006 1130050028 1260010009 1060190001 3120030108 4030010038 4030010034 4030020014 Part Name Shaft bushing Main shaft Fixing ring Gear ring Driving plate Rolling pin Planetary carrier Planetary gear Planetary carrier Planetary gea
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