Argos PDI500GE User manual

500W HAMMER DRILL
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PDI500GE
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

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GENERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING: Read all safety
warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for
future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings
refers to your electric (corded) power tool or
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
1) WORK AREA SAFETY
a) Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in
explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of flammable liquids,
gases or dust. Power tools create
sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders
away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a) Power tool plugs must match the
outlet. Never modify the plug in
any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with grounded power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets
will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators,
ranges and refrigerators. There is an
increased risk of electric shock if your
body is grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or
wet conditions. Water entering a power
tool will increase the risk of electric
shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use
the cord for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the power tool. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool
outdoors, use an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk
of electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp
location is unavoidable, use a
residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD
reduces the risk of electric shock.
3) PERSONAL SAFETY
a) Stay alert, watch what you are
doing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use
a power tool while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment.
Always wear eye protection. Protective
equipment such as dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure
the switch is in the off-position before
connecting to power source and/or
battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool. Carrying power tools with your
finger on the switch or energising power
tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench
before turning the power tool on.
A wrench or a key left attached to a
rotating part of the power tool may result
in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times. This
enables better control of the power tool
in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewellery. Keep your
hair, clothing and gloves away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery
or long hair can be caught in moving
parts.
g) If devices are provided for the
connection of dust extraction and
collection facilities, ensure these are
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dust collection can reduce dust-related
hazards.
4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a) 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.
b) Do not use the power tool if the
switch does not turn it on and off. Any
power tool that cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the
power source and/or the battery
pack from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools.
Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the
reach of children and do not allow
persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the power
tool’s operation. If damaged, have
the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and
tool bits etc. in accordance with these
instructions, taking into account the
working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
5) SERVICE
a) Have your power tool serviced by a
qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool
is maintained.
HAND DRILL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Wear ear protectors when impact
drilling. Exposure to noise can cause
hearing loss.
2. Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied
with the tool. Loss of control can cause
personal injury.
3. Hold power tool by insulated
gripping surfaces, when performing
an operation where the cutting
accessory may contact hidden wiring
or its own cord. Cutting accessory
contacting a “live” wire may make
exposed metal parts of the power tool
“live” and could give the operator an
electric shock.
SYMBOLS
To reduce the risk of injury, user
must read instruction manual
Double insulation
Wear eye protection
Wear ear protection
Wear dust mask
Waste electrical products must
not be disposed of with household
waste. Please recycle where
facilities exist. Check with your
local authorities or retailer for
recycling advice.

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COMPONENT LIST
1. Depth gauge
2. Chuck
3. Switch lock button
4. Chuck key storage
5. On/Off switch
6. Forward/reverse selector switch
ACCESSORIES
Chuck key 1pc
Auxiliary handle 1pc
Depth gauge 1pc
We recommend that you purchase your accessories from the same store that sold you the
tool. Use good quality accessories marked with a well-known brand name. Choose the type
according to the work you intend to undertake. Refer to the accessory packaging for further
details. Store personnel can assist you and offer advice.
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129
56
10
7
3
11
4
7. Auxiliary handle
8. Locking screw for handle collar
9. Locking screw for depth gauge
10. Drill/impact action button (See Fig. F1, F2)
11. Chuck key

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TECHNICAL DATA
Voltage
Power input
No load speed
Impact rate
Chuck capacity
Drilling capacity
Steel
Masonry
Wood
Protection class
Machine weight
230-240V~50Hz
500W
0-3000/min
0-48000bpm
13 mm
10 mm
13 mm
25 mm
/II
1.4kg
NOISE INFORMATION
A weighted sound pressure 100dB(A)
A weighted sound power 89dB(A)
KPA & KWA 3.0dB(A)
Wear ear protection when sound pressure is over
VIBRATION INFORMATION
Vibration total values (triax vector sum) determined according to EN 60745:
Impact drilling into concrete: Vibration emission value ah=8.39 m/s2
Uncertainty K = 1.5 m/s²
Drilling into metal: Vibration emission value ah= 2.33 m/s2
Uncertainty K = 1.5 m/s²
The declared vibration total value may be used for comparing one tool with another,
and may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.
WARNING: The vibration emission value during actual use of the power tool can
differ from the declared value depending on the ways in which the tool is used
dependant on the following examples and other variations on how the tool is used:
How the tool is used and the materials being cut or drilled.
The tool being in good condition and well maintained.
The use the correct accessory for the tool and ensuring it is sharp and in good condition.
The tightness of the grip on the handles and if any anti vibration accessories are used.
And the tool is being used as intended by its design and these instructions.
This tool may cause hand-arm vibration syndrome if its use is not adequately
managed.

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WARNING: To be accurate, an estimation of exposure level in the actual conditions
of use should also take account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times
when the tool is switched off and when it is running idle but not actually doing the job. This
may signicantly reduce the exposure level over the total working period.
Helping to minimise your vibration exposure risk.
Maintain this tool in accordance with these instructions and keep well lubricated (where
appropriate).
If the tool is to be used regularly then invest in anti vibration accessories.
Avoid using tools in temperatures of 100C or less.
Plan your work schedule to spread any high vibration tool use across a number of days.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Before using the tool, read the
instruction book carefully.
INTENDED USE
This tool is intended for impact drilling in
brick, concrete and stone as well as for
drilling in wood, metal and plastic.
1. INSTALLING THE AUXILIARY HANDLE
(See Fig. A)
To t the handle, loosen the locking screw
for collar anti-clockwise. Slide over the
handle collar. Rotate the handle around
the handle collar until the handle is in the
desired position. Tighten the locking screw
clockwise to secure the handle. If you are
right handed insert the handle as shown in
Fig A. If you are left handed t the handle
the other way round.
Locking Screw
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Fig.A
Fig.B
Fig.C
Fig.D
Fig.E
Fig.E
Fig.F1
Fig.F2
2. INSTALLING THE DEPTH GAUGE
(See Fig. B)
Locking Screw
53
Fig.A
Fig.B
Fig.C
Fig.D
Fig.E
Fig.E
Fig.F1
Fig.F2
The depth gauge can be used to set a
constant depth to drill. To use the depth
gauge, loosen the handle by rotating the
bottom section of handle anti-clockwise.
Insert the depth gauge through hole in
handle. Slide the depth gauge to required
depth and tighten fully.
3. INSERTING A DRILL INTO CHUCK
(See Fig. C)
When mounting the drill bit, insert bit
between the chuck jaws as far as it will go.
Ensure drill bit is in the center of the chuck
jaws. Using the chuck key provided, there
are three holes in which the chuck key
should be inserted. Tighten them equally in
turn at each of the three holes, not just at
one hole. Your drill bit is now locked in the
chuck. The bit can be removed by reversing
the above procedure.
WARNING: Before installing
accessory, remove plug from power
supply. Do not attempt to tighten drill bits (or
any other accessory) by gripping the rear
part of the chuck and turning the tool on.
Damage to the chuck and personal injury
may result.
Locking Screw
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Fig.A
Fig.B
Fig.C
Fig.D
Fig.E
Fig.E
Fig.F1
Fig.F2
4. OPERATING THE ON/OFF SWITCH
(See Fig. D)
Locking Screw
53
Fig.A
Fig.B
Fig.C
Fig.D
Fig.E
Fig.E
Fig.F1
Fig.F2
Switching On and Off
Depress the switch to start the tool and
release it to stop your tool.

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Continuous use
Depress on/off switch (5) then lock-on
button(3)(See Fig. D), release on/off switch
rst and lock-on button second. Your switch
is now locked on for continuous use. To
switch off your tool just depress and release
the on/off switch.
5. CHANGING ROTATIONAL DIRECTION
(See Fig. E)
To change the rotational direction, push
the forward/reverse selector switch to the
“R” position indicated on your drill. The
rotation will now be forward rotation. Push
the forward/reverse selector switch to “L”
position indicated on your drill. The rotation
will be reverse rotation.
NOTE: Never move the forward/reverse
switch whilst the drill in operation or
the on/off switch is locked as this will
damage the drill.
Locking Screw
53
Fig.A
Fig.B
Fig.C
Fig.D
Fig.E
Fig.E
Fig.F1
Fig.F2
6. DRILL/IMPACT ACTION BUTTON
(See Fig. F1, F2)
When drilling masonry and concrete push
forward the button to hammer position
“ ” (the button is moved to the right).
When drilling wood, metal, plastic push
forward the button to drill position “ ” (the
button is moved to the left).
Locking Screw
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Fig.A
Fig.B
Fig.C
Fig.D
Fig.E
Fig.E
Fig.F1
Fig.F2
Locking Screw
53
Fig.A
Fig.B
Fig.C
Fig.D
Fig.E
Fig.E
Fig.F1
Fig.F2
WORKING HINTS FOR YOUR
DRILL
1. DRILLING MASONRY AND
CONCRETE
Select the drill/impact action selector switch
to the “hammer symbol” position. Tungsten
carbide drill bits should always be used for
drilling masonry, concrete etc with a high
speed.
2. DRILLING STEEL
Select the drill/impact action selector switch
to the “drill symbol” position. HSS drill bits
should always be used for drilling steel with
a lower speed.
3. PILOT HOLES
When drilling a large hole in tough material
(i.e. steel), we recommend drilling a small
pilot hole rst before using a large drill bit.
4. DRILLING TILES
Select the drill/impact action selector switch
to the “drill symbol” position to drill the tile.
When tile has been penetrated, switch over
to “hammer symbol” position.
5. COOL THE MOTOR
If your power tool becomes too hot, set the
speed to maximum and run no load for 2-3
minutes to cool the motor.

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PLUG REPLACEMENT
Your Power Tool is supplied with a tted
plug, however if you need to t a new plug
follow the instruction below.
IMPORTANT
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue = Neutral Brown = Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains
lead of this appliance may not correspond
with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be
connected to the terminal which is marked
with N.
The wire which is coloured brown must be
connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter L.
If a 13 AMP (BS 1363/A) Plug is used, a
13 AMP Fuse must be tted, or if any other
type of plug is used a 13 AMP Fuse must
be tted, either in the Plug or Adaptor, or on
the Distribution Board.
Note: If a moulded plug is tted and has to
be removed take great care in disposing
of the plug and severed cable, it must
be destroyed to prevent engaging into a
socket.
If the supply cord is damaged it must be
replaced by a service agent or a similarly
qualied person in order to avoid hazard.
MAINTENANCE
Remove the plug from the socket before
carrying out any adjustment, servicing
or maintenance.
Your power tool requires no additional
lubrication or maintenance.
There are no user serviceable parts in your
power tool. Never use water or chemical
cleaners to clean your power tool. Wipe
clean with a dry cloth. Always store your
power tool in a dry place. Keep the motor
ventilation slots clean. Keep all working
controls free of dust. Occasionally you may
see sparks through the ventilation slots.
This is normal and will not damage your
power tool.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualied persons in order
to avoid a hazard.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
1. If your drill will not operate, check the
power at the mains plug.
2. If the drill is not drill properly, check the
drill bit for sharpness, replace drill bit if
worn. Check that the drill is set to forward
rotation for normal use.
3. If a fault can not be rectied return the
drill to an authorized dealer for repair.

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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling
advice.
If faults can not be remedied, contact the Helpline on 03448012949
GUARANTEE
This product is selected for DOMESTIC USE ONLY and not for business use.
This product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of 12 months. This
does not cover the product where the fault is due to misuse, abuse, use in contravention of
the instructions, or where the product has been the subject of unauthorised modications
or alterations, or has been the subject of commercial use. In the event of a problem with
the product within the guarantee period please return it to your nearest Argos store. If the
item is shown to have an inherent defect present at the time of sale, the store will provide
you with a replacement. Your statutory rights remain unaffected.
Guarantor: Argos Ltd, MK9 2NW
Issue1 10/2015