Fig. C
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4. Adjust the drilling depth as shown in Figure C.
5. Tighten the side handle.
Keyed Chuck (Fig. A, D, E)
DWD024
The DWD024 features a keyed chuck
Fig. D
To insert a drill bit or other accessory
1. Open the chuck jaws by turning collar by hand and
insert the shank of the bit about 19 mm (3/4") into
chuck. Tighten the chuck collar by hand.
2. Place chuck key in each of the three holes, and tighten
in clockwise direction. It's important to tighten chuck
with all three holes.
To release the bit, turn the chuck counterclockwise in just
one hole, then loosen the chuck by hand.
Removal of Keyed Chuck (Fig. D)
Tighten the chuck around the shorter end of a hex
key. Using a soft hammer, strike the key sharply in the
counterclockwise direction when viewed from the front
of the tool. This will loosen the chuck so that it can be
removed by hand.
Keyed Chuck Installation (Fig. E)
Screw the chuck on by hand as far as it will go. Insert the
shorter end of a hex key and strike it in the clockwise
direction with a soft hammer.
OPERATION
WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions
and applicable regulations.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from
power source before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start-up can cause injury.
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Fig. E
Proper Hand Position (Fig. F)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position as shown.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a sudden
reaction.
Fig. F
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Proper hand position requires one hand on the main handle
, with the other hand on the side handle
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Trigger Switch (Fig. A)
To start the drill, depress the trigger switch; to stop the drill,
release the trigger switch.
nOTE: Use lower speeds for starting holes without a center
punch, drilling in metal or plastics, driving screws or drilling
ceramics. Higher speeds are better for drilling wood and
composition boards and using abrasive and polishing
accessories.
Variable Speed
A variable speed trigger switch
the farther the trigger is depressed, the higher the speed of
the drill.
For continuous operation, press and hold the variable
speed switch, move the lock-on button
the switch.
To stop continuous operation, press the switch briefly and
release it. Always switch the tool off when work is finished
and before unplugging.
Drilling
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury,
ALWAYS ensure workpiece is anchored or clamped
firmly. If drilling thin material, use a wood "back-up"
block to prevent damage to the material.
1. Use sharp drill bits only. For WOOD, use twist drill bits,
spade bits, power auger bits, or hole saws. For METAL,
use steel twist drill bits or hole saws. For MASONRY, such
English
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permits speed control—
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up, then release
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