to remove it. This screw has a left-
handed thread.
7.
Insert the hex key into the
chuck and tighten jaws of chuck
securely (Fig. 10). Tap the hex key
sharply with a mallet in a COUNTER-
CLOCKWISE direction. This will
loosen the chuck on the spindle.
The chuck can now be unscrewed
and removed from the spindle by
hand.
RETIGHTENING A LOOSE CHUCK
After installing a chuck that has
previously been removed, the chuck
may become loose on the spindle
and develop a wobble. Also, the
chuck screw may become loose,
causing the chuck jaws to bind and
prevent them from closing. To tighten
the chuck, follow these steps:
1.
Insert the hex key into
the chuck and tighten the chuck
securely.
2.
Tap the hex key sharply with
a mallet in a CLOCKWISE direction
(Fig. 11). This will tighten the chuck
on the spindle.
3.
Open the chuck jaws and
remove the hex key.
4.
Tighten the chuck screw
using a #2
NOTE: Turn the screw COUNTER-
CLOCKWISE to tighten it. This
screw has a left-handed thread.
MAINTENANCE
GENERAL
WARNING: When servicing,
use only identical replacement
parts. The use of any other part
may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
DO
NOT
Fig.11
cleaning plastic parts. Plastics are
susceptible to damage from various
types of commercial solvents and
may be damaged by their use. Use
a clean cloth to remove dirt, dust,
oil, grease etc.
WARNING: Do not allow brake
fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based
products, penetrating oils, etc. to
come into contact with plastic
parts. They contain chemicals
that can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic.
DO NOT abuse power tools. Abusive
practices can damage the tool and
screwdriver.
use
solvents
when
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