Black & Decker BDCHD18 Mode D'emploi page 6

ENGLISH
Installing and removing the battery pack from the
Operating Instructions
Trigger switch & reversing button
Warning! Make certain the lock-off button is engaged to
prevent switch actuation before removing or installing battery.
To install battery pack:
Insert battery pack into tool, until an audible click is heard
and pull battery pack out of tool.
The drill is turned ON and OFF by pulling and releasing
the trigger switch (1). The farther the trigger is depressed,
the higher the speed of the drill.
tion of the tool and also serves as a lock off button.
To select forward rotation, release the trigger switch and
button the opposite direction.
Note: The center position of the control button locks the tool
in the off position. When changing the position of the control
button, be sure the trigger is released.
the operating mode and to set the torque for tightening
screws. Large screws and hard workpiece materials require
a higher torque setting than small screws and soft workpiece
materials.
For drilling in wood, metal and plastics, set the collar to
the drilling position symbol
For screwdriving, set the collar to the desired setting. If you
do not yet know the appropriate setting, proceed as
follows:
Set the collar to the lowest torque setting.
If the clutch ratchets before the desired result is achieved,
increase the collar setting and continue tightening the
screw. Repeat until you reach the correct setting. Use this
setting for the remaining screws.
Warning! Make certain the lock-off button is engaged to
prevent switch actuation before installing or removing acces-
sories.
To insert a drill bit or other accessory:
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tool (fig. B)
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(fig. B)
Removing the battery pack from the tool (fig. C)
Depress the battery release button as shown in (fig. C)
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A forward/reverse control button (2) determines the direc-
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depress the forward/reverse control button to the left.
To select reverse, depress the forward/reverse control
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Torque control (fig.D)
This tool is fitted with a torque adjustment collar (3) to select
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Tighten the first screw.
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Keyless chuck (fig. E)
(Original instructions)
Hints for optimum use
Dual range gearing (Figure F)
Drilling/screwdriving
Drilling
Grasp the rear half of the chuck (4) with one hand and use
your other hand to rotate the front half in the counterclock-
wise direction, as viewed from the chuck end.
Insert the bit or other accessory fully into the chuck, and
tighten securely by holding the rear half of the chuck and
rotating the front portion in the clockwise direction as
viewed from the chuck end.
Warning! Do not attempt to tighten drill bits (or any other ac-
cessory) by gripping the front part of the chuck and turning the
when changing accessories.
The dual range feature of your drill allows you to shift gears
for greater versatility. To select low speed, high torque setting
(position 1), turn tool off and permit to stop. Slide gear shifter
button (5) away from the chuck. To select the high speed, low
torque setting (position 2), turn tool off and permit to stop.
Slide gear shifter button towards the chuck.
Note: Do not change gears when tool is running. If you are
having trouble changing gears, make sure that the dual range
gear button is either completely pushed forward or completely
pushed back.
verse slider (2).
To switch the tool on, press the switch (1). The tool speed
depends on how far you press the switch.
To switch the tool off, release the switch.
Use sharp drill bits only.
Support and secure work properly, as instructed in the
Safety Instructions.
Use appropriate and required safety equipment, as
instructed in the Safety Instructions.
Secure and maintain work area, as instructed in the
Safety Instructions.
Run the drill very slowly, using light pressure, until
the hole is started enough to keep the drill bit from slipping
out of it.
Apply pressure in a straight line with the bit. Use enough
pressure to keep the bit biting but not so much as to stall
action.
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tool on. Damage to the chuck and personal injury may occur
Select forward or reverse rotation using the forward/re-
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the motor or deflect the bit.
Hold the drill firmly with two hands to control its twisting
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