If the bit becomes bound in theCheck to see that keys and adjusting
workpiece, release the triggerwrenches are removed from the drill
immediately, reverse the direction ofbefore switching the tool "ON". Keys or
rotation and slowly squeeze the trigger towrenches can fly away at high velocity
back out the bit. Be ready for a strongstriking you or a bystander.
reaction torque. The drill body will tend to
Do not run the drill while carrying it at
twist in the opposite direction as the drill bityour side. A spinning drill bit could become
is rotating.entangled with clothing and injury may
Do not grasp the tool or place your handsresult.
too close to the spinning chuck or drill bit.This tool may be used with sanding and
Your hand may be lacerated.polishing disks, grinding wheels, wire
Do not use the switch "Lock-ON" featurewheel and wire cup brushes. These
in situations where drill bit binding isaccessories must be rated for at least the
likely. (For example: just before the bit isspeed recommended on the tool warning
ready to break through the material,label. Wheels and other accessories
anytime when using a "Hole Saw", augerrunning over rated speed can fly apart and
bits........ etc.) When the bit binds, the drill'scause injury.
body will twist or kick-back in oppositeAvoid bouncing and snagging the wheels,
direction and the release of the triggerdiscs or brushes especially when working
"Lock-ON" may be difficult.
corners, sharp edges, etc. This can cause
Be aware of the location and setting ofloss of control and kickback.
the switch "Lock-ON" button. If the switch
is locked "ON" during the use, be ready forSome dust created by!WARNING
emergency situations to switch it "OFF", bypower sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction
first pulling the trigger then immediatelyactivities contains chemicals known to
releasing it without pressing the "Lock-ON"cause cancer, birth defects or other
button.
reproductive harm. Some examples of
When installing a drill bit, insert the shankthese chemicals are:
of the bit well within the jaws of theY Lead from lead-based paints,
chuck. If the bit is not inserted deep
enough, the grip of the jaws over the bit isY Crystalline silica from bricks and cement
reduced and the loss of control is increased.and other masonry products, and
Do not use dull or damaged bits andY Arsenic and chromium from chemically-
accessories. Dull or damaged bits have atreated lumber.
greater tendency to bind in the workpiece.Your risk from these exposures varies,
When removing the bit from the tool avoiddepending on how often you do this type of
contact with skin and use properwork. To reduce your exposure to these
protective gloves when grasping the bitchemicals: work in a well ventilated area,
or accessory. Accessories may be hot afterand work with approved safety equipment,
prolonged use.such as those dust masks that are specially
designed to filter out microscopic particles.
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