Black & Decker MT218 User manual

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Intended use
Your BLACK+DECKER MT218 - multi-purpose tool has been
designed for a wide range of DIY applications.
Using the drill/screwdriver head (MTDD6), this tool is intended
for screwdriving applications and for drilling in wood, metal
and plastics. This tool is intended for consumer use only. Your
BLACK+DECKER charger has been designed for charging
BLACK+DECKER batteries of the type supplied with this tool.
Safety instructions
General power tool safety warnings
@Warning! Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specications
provided with this power tool. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, re and/or serious injury.

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Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-
operated (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 ammable 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 earthed (grounded)
power tools. Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
b. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock
if your body is earthed or 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 inuence
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 nger 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 and clothing 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
connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can
reduce dust-related hazards.
h. Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of
tools allow you to become complacent and ignore
tool safety principles. A careless action can cause
severe injury within a fraction of a second.
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
remove the battery pack, if detachable, 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 and accessories. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts and any other condition that may affect the
power tools 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
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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.
h. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and
free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping
surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the
tool in unexpected situations.
5. Battery tool use and care
a. Recharge only with the charger specied by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of re when used with
another battery pack.
b. Use power tools only with specically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create
a risk of injury and re.
c. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws, or other small metal objects, that can
make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns
or a re.
d. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from
the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally
occurs, ush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
e. Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or
modied. Damaged or modied batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behaviour resulting in re, explosion or risk
of injury.
f. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or
excessive temperature. Exposure to re or temperature
above 130 °C may cause explosion.
g. Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the
battery pack or tool outside the temperature range
specied in the instructions. Charging improperly or at
temperatures outside the specied range may damage the
battery and increase the risk of re.
6. Service
a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
b. Never service damaged battery packs. Service of
battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
Additional power tool safety warnings
@Warning! Additional safety warnings for
screwdrivers.
uHold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,
when performing an operation where the cutting
accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting
accessory contacting a "live" wire may make exposed
metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the
operator an electric shock.
uUse clamps or another practical way to secure and
support the work piece to a stable platform. Holding
the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable
and may lead to loss of control.
uBefore driving fasteners into walls, oors or ceilings,
check for the location of wiring and pipes.
uThe intended use is described in this instruction
manual.
uThe use of any accessory or attachment or
performance of any operation with this tool other than
those recommended in this instruction manual may
present a risk of personal injury and/or damage to
property.
Safety instructions when using long drill bits
uNever operate at higher speed than the maximum
speed rating of the drill bit. At higher speeds, the bit is
likely to bend if allowed to rotate freely without contacting
the workpiece, resulting in personal injury.
uAlways start drilling at low speed and with the bit tip
in contact with the workpiece. At higher speeds, the bit
is likely to bend if allowed to rotate freely without
contacting the workpiece, resulting in personal injury.
uApply pressure only in direct line with the bit and do
not apply excessive pressure. Bits can bend causing
breakage or loss of control, resulting in personal injury.
Safety of others
uThis tool is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
uChildren should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
Residual risks
Additional residual risks may arise when using the tool which
may not be included in the enclosed safety warnings. These
risks can arise from misuse, prolonged use etc.
Even with the application of the relevant safety regulations
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risks can not be avoided. These include:
u Injuries caused by touching any rotating/moving parts.
u Injuries caused when changing any parts, blades or
accessories.
u Injuries caused by prolonged use of a tool. When using
any tool for prolonged periods ensure you take regular
breaks.
uImpairment of hearing.
uHealth hazards caused by breathing dust developed when
using your tool (example:- working with wood, especially
oak, beech and MDF.)
Vibration
The declared vibration emission values stated in the technical
data and the declaration of conformity have been measured in
accordance with a standard test method provided by EN62841
and may be used for comparing one tool with another.
The declared vibration emission value 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. The vibration level may
increase above the level stated.
When assessing vibration exposure to determine safety
measures required by 2002/44/EC to protect persons regularly
using power tools in employment, an estimation of vibration
exposure should consider, the actual conditions of use and the
way the tool is used, including taking account of all parts of the
operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched off
and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time.
Labels on tool
The following symbols are shown on the tool along with the
date code:
Warning! To reduce the risk of injury, the user
must read the instruction manual.
Do not stare at operating lamp
Additional safety instructions for batteries and
chargers (Not provided with the tool)
Batteries
uNever attempt to open for any reason.
uDo not expose the battery to water.
uDo not store in locations where the temperature may
exceed 40 °C.
uCharge only at ambient temperatures between 10 °C and 40 °C.
uCharge only using the charger provided with the tool.
uWhen disposing of batteries, follow the instructions given
in the section "Protecting the environment".
pDo not attempt to charge damaged batteries.
Chargers
uUse your BLACK+DECKER charger only to charge the
battery in the tool with which it was supplied. Other batter-
ies could burst, causing personal injury and damage.
uNever attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries.
uHave defective cords replaced immediately.
uDo not expose the charger to water.
uDo not open the charger.
uDo not probe the charger.
$The charger is intended for indoor use only.
+Read the instruction manual before use.
Electrical safety
#Your charger is double insulated; therefore no
earth wire is required. Always check that the
mains voltage corresponds to the voltage on
the rating plate. Never attempt to replace the
charger unit with a regular mains plug.
uIf the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or an authorised BLACK+DECKER Service
Centre in order to avoid a hazard.
Features
This tool includes some or all of the following features.
1. Variable speed switch
2. Forward/reverse slider
3. Head release button
4. Bit holder
5. Battery
6. Battery release button
7. Drill/screwdriver head (MTDD6)
8. Torque adjustment collar
9. Chuck
10. LED work light
Assembly
Use
Warning! Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not overload.
Charging the battery (g. A)
The battery needs to be charged before rst use and whenev-
er it fails to produce sufcient power on jobs that were easily
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this is normal and does not indicate a problem.
Warning! Do not charge the battery at ambient temperatures
below 10 °C or above 40 °C. Recommended charging tem-
perature: approx. 24 °C.
Note: The charger will not charge a battery if the cell
temperature is below approximately 10 °C or above 40 °C.
The battery should be left in the charger and the charger
will begin to charge automatically when the cell tempera-
ture warms up or cools down.
uPlug the charger into any standard 230 Volts 50 Hz electri-
cal outlet.
uSlide the battery pack (5) into the charger as shown in
gure A.
u The green LED (11) will ash indicating that the battery is
being charged.
uThe completion of charge is indicated by the green LED
remaining on continuously. The pack is fully charged and
may be used at this time or left on the charger.
Warning! re Hazard. When disconnecting the charger from
the tool, be sure to unplug the charger from the outlet rst,
then disconnect the charger cord from the tool.
Leaving the battery in the charger
The charger and battery pack can be left connected with the
LED glowing indenitely. The charger will keep the battery
pack fresh and fully charged.
Charger diagnostics
If the charger detects a weak or damaged battery, the charging
indicator (11) will ash red at a fast rate. Proceed as follows:
uRe-insert the battery (5).
u If the charging indicators continues ashing red at a fast
rate, use a different battery to determine if the charging
process works properly.
uIf the replaced battery charges correctly, the original
battery is defective and should be returned to a service
centre for recycling.
uIf the new battery gives the same indication as the original
battery, take the charger to be tested at an authorised
services centre.
Note: It may take as long as 60 minutes to determine that
the battery is defective. If the battery is too hot or too
cold, the LED will alternately blink red, fast and slow, one
ash at each speed and repeat.
Installing and removing the battery pack from the
tool (g. B)
Warning! Make certain the lock-off button is engaged to
prevent switch actuation before removing or installing battery.
To install battery pack:
uInsert battery pack (5) into tool, until an audible click is
heard (g. B)
Removing the battery pack from the tool (g. B)
u Depress the battery release button (6) as shown in (g. B)
and pull battery pack out of tool.
Fitting and removing tool heads (g. C)
Warning! Care must be taken when tting and removing
heads. Moving parts may become hot during use.
uLock the tool by setting the forward/reverse slider (2) to
the centre position.
uTo remove a tool head, depress the head release button
(3) and take the head off the tool.
u To t a tool head, line it up with the tool as shown and
push it onto the tool until it snaps into place.
Selecting the torque or drill position (g. D)
This tool is tted with a collar to set the torque for tightening
screws.
uFor drilling, set the collar (8) to the drilling position by
aligning the symbol with the marking (13).
uFor screwdriving, set the collar to the desired setting.
uIf you do not yet know the appropriate setting, proceed as
follows:
uSet the collar (8) to position 1.
u Tighten the rst screw.
uIf 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.
Selecting the direction of rotation (g. E)
For drilling and tightening screws, use forward (clockwise)
rotation. For loosening screws or removing a jammed drill bit,
use reverse (counterclockwise) rotation.
uTo select forward rotation, push the forward/reverse slider
(2) to the left.
uTo select reverse rotation, push the forward/reverse slider
to the right.
uTo lock the tool, set the forward/reverse slider into the
centre position.
Drilling/screwdriving
uSelect forward or reverse rotation using the forward/re-
verse slider (2).
uTo switch the tool on, press the variable speed switch (1).
The tool speed depends on how far you press the switch.
uTo switch the tool off, release the variable speed switch.
LED work light
The LED work light (10) is activated automatically when the
trigger is depressed. The LED work light will illuminate when
the trigger is partially depressed, before the unit begins
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Hints for optimum use
Drilling
uAlways apply a light pressure in a straight line with the drill
bit.
uJust before the drill tip breaks through the other side of the
workpiece, decrease pressure on the tool.
uUse a block of wood to back up workpieces that may
splinter.
uUse spade bits when drilling large diameter holes in wood.
uUse HSS drill bits when drilling in metal.
uUse masonry bits when drilling in soft masonry.
uUse a lubricant when drilling metals other than cast iron
and brass.
uMake an indentation using a centre punch at the centre of
the hole to be drilled in order to improve accuracy.
Screwdriving
uAlways use the correct type and size of screwdriver bit.
u If screws are difcult to tighten, try applying a small
amount of washing liquid or soap as a lubricant.
uAlways hold the tool and screwdriver bit in a straight line
with the screw.
Accessories
The performance of your tool depends on the accessory used.
BLACK+DECKER accessories are engineered to high quality
standards and designed to enhance the performance of your
tool. By using these accessories you will get the very best
from your tool.
Maintenance
Your BLACK+DECKER tool has been designed to operate
over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool
care and regular cleaning.
Your charger does not require any maintenance apart from
regular cleaning.
Warning! Before performing any maintenance on the tool,
remove the battery from the tool. Unplug the charger before
cleaning it.
uRegularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool and
charger using a soft brush or dry cloth.
uRegularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth.
Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.
uRegularly open the chuck and tap it to remove any dust
from the interior.
Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)
If a new mains plug needs to be tted:
uSafely dispose of the old plug.
uConnect the brown lead to the live terminal in the new plug.
uConnect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
Warning! No connection is to be made to the earth terminal.
Follow the tting instructions supplied with good quality plugs.
Recommended fuse: 5 A.
Protecting the environment
ZSeparate collection. Products and batteries
marked with this symbol must not be disposed
of with normal household waste.
Products and batteries contain materials that can be recov-
ered or recycled, reducing demand for raw materials.
Please recycle electrical products and batteries accord-
ing to local provisions. Further information is available at
www.2helpU.com
Technical data
MT218
Voltage VDC 18
Drill/Screwdriver MTDD6
No-load speed Min-1 0 - 800rpm
Max. torque Nm 24.4
Chuck capacity mm 10
Weight kg 1.1
Max Drilling capacity
Steel mm 10
Wood mm 25
Battery BL1518
Voltage VDC 18
Capacity Ah 1.5
Type Li-Ion
Charger 905902**
Input voltage VAC 100 - 240
Output voltage VDC 8 - 20
Current mA 400
Approx. charge time h 3 - 5
Level of sound pressure according to EN 62841:
Sound pressure (LpA) 77.1 dB(A), uncertainty (K) 5 dB(A)
Sound power (LWA) 88.1 dB(A), uncertainty (K) 5 dB(A)
Vibration total values (triax vector sum) according to EN 62841:
Drilling into metal (ah, D) <1.2 m/s2, uncertainty (K) 1.5 m/s2

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Declaration of conformity
Supply of Machinery (Safety)
Regulations 2008
MT218, MTDD6 - Drill
Black & Decker declares that these products described under
“technical data” are in compliance with:
The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations, 2008, S.I.
2008/1597 (as amended),
EN62841-1:2015, EN62841-2-1:2018+A11:2019.
These products conform to the following UK Regulations:
Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations, 2016,
S.I.2016/1091 (as amended).
The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances
in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012, S.I.
2012/3032 (as amended).
For more information, please contact Black & Decker at the
following address or refer to the back of the manual.
The undersigned is responsible for compilation of the techni-
cal le and makes this declaration on behalf of
Black & Decker
Ed Higgins
Director - Consumer Power Tools
Black & Decker UK, 270 Bath Road, Slough
Berkshire, SL1 4DX
United Kingdom
30/12/2021
EC declaration of conformity
MACHINERY DIRECTIVE
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MT218, MTDD6 - Drill
Black & Decker declares that these products described
under “technical data” are in compliance with:
2006/42/EC, EN62841-1:2015, EN62841-2-1:2018+A11:2019.
These products also comply with Directive 2014/30/EU and
2011/65/EU. For more information, please contact Black
& Decker at the following address or refer to the back of
the manual.
The undersigned is responsible for compilation of the technical
le and makes this declaration on behalf of Black & Decker.
Patrick Diepenbach
General Manager, Benelux
Black & Decker,
Egide Walschaertsstraat 14-18
2800 Mechelen, Belgium
30/12/2021
Guarantee
Black & Decker is condent of the quality of its products
and offers consumers a 24 month guarantee from the date
of purchase. This guarantee is in addition to and in no way
prejudices your statutory rights.
The guarantee is valid within the territories of the Member
States of the European Union and the European Free Trade
Area and the United Kingdom.
.
To claim on the guarantee, the claim must be in accordance
with Black & Decker Terms and Conditions and you will need
to submit proof of purchase to the seller or an authorised
repair agent. Terms and conditions of the Black & Decker 2
year guarantee and the location of your nearest authorised
repair agent can be obtained on the Internet at www.2helpU.
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