Chicago Electric Chicago 44849 Owner's manual

CORDLESS DRILL KIT-18V
Model 44849
ASSEMBLY INFORMATION
Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally.
Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools®.
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
SAVE THIS MANUAL.
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ASSEMBLY INFORMATION
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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For technical questions please call 1-800-444-3353
CORDLESS DRILL KIT-18V
Copyright © 2000 by Harbor Freight Tools. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual
or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the
express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Battery 18V, Ni-Cd Rechargeable
Speed 0-900 RPM, Reversible
Torque Settings 6
Chuck 3/8” Keyless
Drill Weight 4.3 lb.
Length 9”
Included Bits 6 Pc. Screw. Set; 6 Pc. Drill Set; Magnetic Extension Bit
SAVE THIS MANUAL
You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly instruc-
tions, operating and maintenance procedures, parts list and diagram. Keep your invoice with
this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Keep the manual and
invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND DRY.1. Cluttered, damp or wet work areas invite inju-
ries.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM WORK AREA.2. Do not allow children to handle this
product.
STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT.3. When not in use, tools and equipment should be stored in a
dry location to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and equipment and keep out of reach of
children.
DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT IF UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR4.
DRUGS. Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or reexes
are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not attempt to use this tool.
USE EYE, HEARING, AND BREATHING PROTECTION.5. Wear ANSI-approved safety
impact eye glasses, hearing protection, and dust mask/respirator when working with this
product.
DRESS SAFELY.6. Nonskid footwear or safety shoes should be used when working with
this product. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can become caught in moving
parts. Wear a protective hair covering to prevent long hair from becoming caught in mov-
ing parts. If wearing a long-sleeve shirt, roll sleeves up above elbows.
INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS MUST FOLLOW OSHA REQUIREMENTS.7.
DO NOT OVERREACH.8. Keep proper footing and balance at all times to prevent tripping,
falling, back injury, etcetera.
STAY ALERT.9. Watch what you are doing at all times. Use common sense. Do not use
this tool when you are tired or distracted from the job at hand.
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CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS.10. Before using this product, carefully check that this tool
will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for damaged parts and any
other conditions that may affect the operation of this tool. Replace or repair damaged or
worn parts immediately.
REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES.11. When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts. Only use accessories intended for use with this product. Approved
accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools.
MAINTAIN THIS PRODUCT WITH CARE.12. Keep this tool clean and dry, and keep drill
bits clean and sharp for better and safer performance.
USE THE RIGHT PRODUCT FOR THE RIGHT JOB13. . Do not use a small tool or attach-
ment to do the work of a larger industrial tool. Do not use this product for a purpose for
which it was not intended.
PEOPLE WITH PACEMAKERS SHOULD CONSULT THEIR PHYSICIAN(S) BEFORE14.
USE. Electromagnetic elds in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause pace-
maker interference or pacemaker failure.
WARNING:15. This product contains or, when used, produces a chemical known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
SPECIFIC PRODUCT WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY WHERE THE DRILL BIT MAY CON-1.
TACT HIDDEN WIRING, hold tool by its plastic insulated gripping surfaces located on the
Left Case (15) and the Right Case (3). Contact with a “live” wire will make exposed metal
parts of the Drill “live” and will shock the operator.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.2. Make sure all adjusting keys
and wrenches are removed from this product before turning it on.
MAINTAIN A SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT.3. Do not expose the Drill, Battery, or Trans-
former to rain or wet conditions. Keep work area well lit. Make sure there is adequate
surrounding work space. Do not operate this product in the presence of ammable liq-
uids, gases, or dust.
DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL.4. This product will do the work better and safer at the speed
and capacity for which it was designed.
SECURE THE MATERIAL.5. Whenever possible, use clamps or a vise to hold the material
when drilling.
NEVER USE YOUR BODY TO BRACE THE DRILL.6. Never put your hands, or other
body parts, between the part of the Drill being braced and the object it is being braced
against.
ALWAYS DISCONNECT TOOL FROM ITS ELECTRICAL SUPPLY SOURCE BEFORE7.
PERFORMING ANY SERVICES OR MAINTENANCE such as changing drill bits, leaving
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the work area, moving the tool from one location to another, handing the tool to another
person, etcetera.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS ON THE BATTERY BEFORE CHARG-8.
ING THE BATTERY.
TO AVOID ACCIDENTS, CHARGE THE BATTERY THAT IS SUPPLIED WITH THIS9.
PRODUCT ONLY. Do not use a different charger with this battery.
TO AVOID DAMAGE TO CABLE AND PLUG, NEVER PULL THE CABLE TO DISCON-10.
NECT THE CHARGER. Do not use the Charger if the Cable or Plug are damaged.
DO NOT TOUCH THE BATTERY POLES WITH ANY CONDUCTIVE SOURCE.11.
DO NOT STORE THE BATTERY IN A BOX WITH OTHER METAL OBJECTS.12.
WARNING: DO NOT EXPOSE THE BATTERY TO EXTREME HEAT OR THROW THE13.
BATTERY IN A FIRE. This could result in an explosion.
TO DISPOSE OF OLD BATTERY:14. After the Battery for this Drill has expired and can not
be recharged, it should be recycled. Some states require this recycling. Contact your
local solid waste authority for recycling information. Before disposing of Battery cover
exposed terminals with heavy duty electrical tape to prevent shorting.
KEEP THE CORDLESS DRILL IN ITS CASE WHEN NOT IN USE.15. This will prolong the
life of the tool.
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UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure all parts shown on the Parts List (page 10) are
included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number
shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.
To Charge The Battery:
The Battery (11) does not come charged from the manufacturer. Before use, you must1.
charge the Battery.
FIGURE A
2. Plug the Battery Charger into the electrical outlet.
BATTERY
(11)
FIGURE B
3. Insert the Battery (11) into the Battery Charger. (See Figure B.)
CAUTION! Make certain to insert the battery in the correct orientation, as noted in Fig-
ure B. Inserting the battery improperly will damage the charger and will prevent the
battery from charging properly.
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The red light on the Charger turns on when you insert the Battery into the Battery4.
Charger, indicating that the electric current is charging the Battery. If the red light does
not come on, recheck the Transformer cord connection or try a different electrical outlet.
The red light will shut off when the Battery is fully charged, and then the green light
will turn back on automatically.
The Battery (11) will charge in approximately 1 to 1-1/2 hours5. . Do not charge the Bat-
tery for longer than 2 hours. Subsequent charges will also take between 1 and 1-1/2
hours. Allow charger to cool down before charging another battery.
To Attach The Charged Battery To The Drill:
When the Battery (11) is fully charged, remove the Battery from the Battery Charger.1.
SECURING CLASP
FIGURE C
BATTERY
BATTERY
RECEPTACLE
2. Insert the Battery into the Battery Receptacle located at the bottom of the Drill. Make
sure the two Securing Clasps (one on each side of the Battery) engage the Drill.
(See Figure C.)
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To Insert And Remove Drill Bits And Drivers:
FIGURE D
REVERSING SWITCH
TRIGGER
BATTERY
1. Set the Reversing Switch (16) to the “LOCKED” (Center) position. (See Figure D.)
Hold the Chuck rmly while turning the forward section of the Chuck 2. counterclockwise.
This opens the Chuck to accept the drill bit. Insert the drill bit into the chuck fully.
Turn the forward section of the Chuck3. clockwise while holding the Chuck rmly in place
to tighten the Chuck around the drill bit shaft. Make sure the drill bit is seated securely
before operation.
To remove the drill bit, repeat Steps 1 and 2.4.
Note: A Magnetic Driver Bit Adapter is provided for use with the supplied driver bits. First,
insert the driver bit into the end of the Driver Bit Adapter. Then, insert the Hex end of the
Driver Bit Adapter in the Chuck as you would do with a drill bit.
The Cordless Drill is ready for use.5.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Note: All parts below refer to the parts listed on pages 11 and 12 of this manual.
To Operate The Reversing Switch:
The three-position Reversing Switch is located on top of the Trigger.1. (See Figure D.)
When the Reversing Switch is in the2. center, the Drill is in a “locked” position.
When the Reversing Switch is pressed to the3. right, the rotation of the Drill will be counter-
clockwise (typically for removing fasteners or freeing drill bits).
When the Reversing Switch is pressed to the4. left, the rotation of the Drill will be clockwise
(typically for driving fasteners or drilling holes).
To Operate The Torque Selector:
1. The Torque Selector is a six-position dial located behind the Chuck. (See Figure F.)
A higher setting equals more torque;2.
therefore, position #1 (low torque) is
appropriate for driving screws into
wood without stripping the screw, but
would not provide enough torque for
drilling or driving into harder materials.
Position #6 is indicated by a drill bit3.
icon and produces about 100 in-lb of
torque, and should be used for drilling
only.
FIGURE F
SWITCH
SETTING INDICATOR
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Drill Bit Selection:
Always use sharp drill bits. Sharp bits are less likely to bind when drilling.1.
Use the proper bit for the job. There are many types of bits designed for specic purpos-2.
es. Check the information on the bit’s packaging for proper usage.
Do not use bits larger than the rated capacity of the drill; gear damage or motor overload3.
may result.
Drilling An Object:
CAUTION: Do not operate the Drill before placing the Drill Bit on the material.
Avoid overloading the Drill. Do not apply excessive pressure to the Drill while drilling.1.
If the speed drops abnormally, decrease the pressure immediately. If the drill bit stops
abruptly or the drill bit becomes blocked, release the Trigger at once.
Ensure the safety of the work space. Clear the work area of all parts and debris that may2.
cause injury by ying objects.
Before drilling, clamp the object down securely. A poorly secured piece of material may3.
result in personal injury and/or inaccurate drilling.
When drilling in a light gauge metal or wood, use wooden block to back up the material to4.
prevent damage to the workpiece.
Mark the center of the hole to be drilled with a center punch to give the drill bit a start and5.
to prevent the bit from “walking.”
Lubricate the drill bit with cutting oil when drilling iron or steel. Use a coolant when drilling6.
nonferrous metals such as copper, brass or aluminum.
Grip the Drill rmly. Place the drill bit on the spot that is to be drilled.7.
To begin drilling, press the Trigger.8.
The Drill has a variable speed for drilling. To vary the speed of the drilling action, vary the9.
pressure on the Trigger.
Do not drill deeper than necessary into walls or other areas where you cannot identify any10.
possible hazards behind the drilling surface.
To reduce jamming as the bit breaks through the workpiece, decrease the drilling pres-11.
sure when the point of the drill bit breaks through the surface of the workpiece.
When you have drilled the hole, remove the drill bit from the hole while the Drill is still12.
spinning. This prevents the drill bit from getting caught in the hole and causing damage.
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Caution: Always disconnect this tool from its electrical power supply before performing any
cleaning, servicing, or maintenance.
Keep the Drill exterior free of oil or grease. Use only a mild soap and damp cloth when1.
cleaning. Do not use a ammable or combustible solvent. Do not immerse this product in
a liquid or allow a liquid to ow inside the tool.
Before each use, examine the general condition of the Drill. Check for loose screws, mis-2.
alignment, binding of moving parts, improper mounting, broken parts and any other condi-
tion that may affect its safe operation. Run the Drill for about ten seconds to ensure all
moving parts are running smoothly and there are no loose parts, rattles, or sparking that
would indicate defects. If an abnormality occurs, turn off the Drill immediately and have
the problem corrected before further use. Do not use a damaged tool.
The Drill is equipped with an 18V Nickel-Cadmium Battery. With proper care, the Battery3.
can be recharged many times. Follow the steps below to ensure correct Battery care:
Note: Always switch to a fresh battery when tool performance begins to dimin-a.
ish. Severe heat is most destructive to a battery; the more heat generated, the
faster the battery loses power. A battery that gets too hot can be permanently dam-
aged. Never over-discharge a battery by using the tool even after tool performance
is decreasing. Never attempt to discharge a tool’s battery by continuing to pull the
tool trigger. When tool performance begins to diminish, stop the tool, recharge
the battery and use the fresh battery for optimal performance.
Place the Battery into the Battery Charger as described in the section,b.
“To Charge The Battery.” Charging room temperature: 50° F - 104° F.
If the Battery has charged for 2 hours but will not power the Drill, the Battery may need4.
replacement. Purchase only replacement batteries from Harbor Freight Tools. Do not at-
tempt to repair the Ni-Cd Battery.
Disposal of Ni-Cd Battery
Contact local hazardous waste disposal authorities for proper battery disposal or recycling5.
guidelines. NEVER set re to a used battery.