Rockwell RD2990.9 User manual

RD2990.9
CORDLESS ROTARY HAMMER DRILL EN

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COMPONENT LIST
1DUST PROTECTION CAP
2TOOL HOLDER LOCKING SLEEVE
3FUNCTION MODE SELECTION SWITCH
4ON/OFF SWITCH (WITH VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL)
5FORWARD AND REVERSE ROTATION CONTROL
6BATTERY PACK*
7BATTERY PACK RELEASE BUTTON*
8LED LIGHT
*Not all the accessories illustrated or described are included in standard delivery.

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ACCESSORIES
SDS to 6.35mm Hex adaptor 1
Screwdriver bits (PH2*50mm,PZ1*50mm,PZ2*50mm,
Slotted*5.5mm*50mm) 4
SDS drill bits (6mm,8mm) 2
HSS drill bits (5mm,6mm) 2
We recommend that you purchase your accessories
from the same store that sold you the tool. Refer to
the accessory packaging for further details. Store
personnel can assist you and offer advice.
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, re and/or
serious injury.
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, 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 connected and properly used. Use of these
devices can reduce dust-related hazards.

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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) 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.
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.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY POINTS FOR
YOUR HAMMER
1. Wear ear protectors. 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. Always wear a dust mask.
4. Hold power tools by insulated gripping surfaces,
when performing an operation where the cutting
accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting
accessory contacting a “live” wire will make
exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and
could give the operator an electric shock.
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR BATTERY
PACK
a) Do not dismantle, open or shred cells or battery
pack.
b) Do not short-circuit a battery pack. Do not store
battery packs haphazardly in a box or drawer
where they may short-circuit each other or be
short-circuited by conductive materials. 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.
c) Do not expose battery pack to heat or re. Avoid
storage in direct sunlight.
d) Do not subject battery pack to mechanical
shock.
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liquid to come into contact with the skin or eyes.
If contact has been made, wash the affected
area with copious amounts of water and seek
medical advice.
f) Seek medical advice immediately if a cell or
battery pack has been swallowed.
g) Keep battery pack clean and dry.
h) Wipe the battery pack terminals with a clean dry
cloth if they become dirty.
i) Battery pack needs to be charged before use.
Always refer to this instruction and use the
correct charging procedure.
j) Do not maintain battery pack on charge when
not in use.
k) After extended periods of storage, it may
be necessary to charge and discharge the
battery pack several times to obtain maximum
performance.
l) Battery pack gives its best performance when it
is operated at normal room temperature (20 °C ±
5 °C).
m) When disposing of battery packs, keep battery
packs of different electrochemical systems
separate from each other.
n) Recharge only with the charger specied by
POSITEC. Do not use any charger other than
that specically provided for use with the
equipment. A charger that is suitable for one type
of battery pack may create a risk of re when used
with another battery pack.
o) Do not use any battery pack which is not
designed for use with the equipment.
p) Keep battery pack out of the reach of children.
q) Retain the original product literature for future
reference.
r) Remove the battery from the equipment when
not in use.
s) Dispose of properly.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, re and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
- This appliance 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.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
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.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR BATTERY
CHARGER
1. Before charging, read the instructions.
2. For charge Li-ion battery pack only.
3. Do not charge a leaking battery.
4. Do not use chargers for works other than those for
which they are designed.
5. Before charging, ensure your charger is matching
the local AC supply.
6. The charging device must be protected from
moisture.
7. Do not use the charging device in the open.
8. Do not short out the contacts of battery or charger.
9. Respect the polarity “+/-“ when charging.
10. Do not open the unit and keep out of the reach of
children.
11. Do not charge the batteries of other manufactures
or ill-suited models.
12. Ensure that the connection between the battery
charger and battery is correctly positioned and is
not obstructed by foreign bodies.
13. Keep battery charger’s slots are free of foreign
objects and protect against dirt and humidity.
Store in a dry and frost-free place.
14. When charging batteries, ensure that the battery
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from inammable materials. Batteries can get hot
during charging. Do not overcharge any batteries.
Ensure that batteries and chargers are not left
unsupervised during charging.
15. Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries, as
they can overheat and break.
16. Longer life and better performance can be
obtained if the battery pack is charged when the
air temperature is between 18oC and 24oC. Do not
charge the battery pack in air temperatures below
4.5oC, or above 40.5oC. This is important as it can
prevent serious damage to the battery pack.
17. Charge only battery pack of the same
model provided by POSITEC and of models
recommended by POSITEC
SYMBOLS
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read
instruction manual
Wear ear protection
Wear eye protection
Wear dust mask
RCM marking
Li-Ion battery. This product has been marked
with a symbol relating to ‘separate collection’
for all battery packs and battery pack. It
will then be recycled or dismantled in order
to reduce the impact on the environment.
Battery packs can be hazardous for the
environment and for human health since they
contain hazardous substances.
Do not burn
Batteries may enter water cycle if disposed
improperly, which can be hazardous for
ecosystem. Do not dispose of waste batteries
as unsorted municipal waste.
For indoor use only
Read the operator’s manual.
Fuse (ACG318W, ACG218W2)
Fuse (ACG118W, ACG15G25)
Positive terminal
Negative terminal
ABN: Australian Business Number. By this
number, business information such as entity
type, status, business location etc. can be
found at website http://abr.business.gov.au.
ABN of Positec Australia Pty Limited is 14
101 682 357
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TECHNICAL DATA
Type RD2990.9(RD-designation of machinery,
representative of rotary hammer)
Voltage 18V
No load speed 0-850 /min
Impact rate 0-4800/min
impact energy 1.3J
Max. drilling
capacity
Steel 10 mm
Wood 16 mm
Concrete 13mm
Machine weight 1.2 kg
Charger Input (ACG18G25) 100-240V~50/60Hz, 37W
Charger Output (ACG18G25) 20V 1.5A
Battery pack(ABP118W2) 2.0 Ah Li-ion
Battery pack(ABP218W4) 4.0 Ah Li-ion
The accessories of battery charger (ACG18G25) and
battery pack (ABP118W2/ ABP218W4) illustrated or
described are not included in RD2990.9 delivery.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Before using the tool, read the instruction
book carefully.
Intended Use
The machine is intended for hammer drilling in
concrete, brick and stone. It is also suitable for drilling
without impact in wood, metal, ceramic and plastic.
Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse.
BEFORE PUTTING INTO OPERATION
A) TO REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK (SEE FIG A1)
Depress the Battery Pack Release Button (7) rmly
rst and then slide the Battery Pack out from your tool.
B) TO INSTALL THE BATTERY PACK (SEE FIG A2)
Slide the fully charged Battery Pack onto the tool with
sufcient force until it clicks into position.
CHARGER(ACG18G25)
CHARGING YOUR BATTERY PACK (See Fig. B1 , B2 ,B3)
Do not use any charger other than that specically
provided for use with the equipment.
If the battery pack is very hot you must remove your
battery pack from the charger and allow time for the
battery to cool down before recharging.
Please charge the battery to reach full before storage.
If the tool will not be used for long periods of time,
charge the battery every 3 months.
CHARGING PROCEDURE
1) Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet. The
light will be green.
2) Slide the battery pack into the charger, make sure
the battery is in the correct charge position rmly.
the light will turn to red to indicate the charging
process has started.
3) When charging is completed, the light will turn to
green.
4) After fully charged, unplug the charger and remove
the battery pack.
NOTE:
If the battery pack is locked in the charger, press the
battery pack release button and remove it.
WARNING!
When battery charge runs out after
continuously use or exposure to direct sunlight
or heat, allow time for the tool to cool
down before re-charging to achieve the full charge.

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Light ON/OFF ash Status
Red on
Charging
Green on
Fully
Charged
The accessories of battery charger (ACG18G25) and
battery pack (ABP118W2 / ABP218W4) illustrated or
described are not included in RD2990.9 delivery.
OPERATION
1. INSERTING AND REMOVING DRILL BIT IN SDS
Take care that the dust protection cap (1) is not
damaged when changing tools.
— INSERTING (See FIG. C1)
Clean and lightly oil the bit before inserting. Insert the
dust-free bit into the bit holder with a twisting motion
until it latches.
The bit locks itself. Check the locking by pulling on
the tool.
— REMOVING (See FIG. C2)
Retract back the bit holder locking sleeve (2) and pull
out the bit.
WARNING!
Your new Rotary Hammer generates
powerful forces to get your job done quickly and
effectively. These forces may cause inferior quality
SDS bits to break and jam in the chuck, We therefore
recommend that only high quality SDS bits be used
with this tool.
2. ON/OFF SWITCH WITH VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL
(See D)
Depress to start and release to stop your tool. This
tool has a variable speed switch (4) that delivers
higher speeds with increased trigger pressure - speed
is controlled by varying the pressure applied to the
switch.
3. SWITCH LOCK
The switch trigger can be locked in the OFF position.
This helps to reduce the possibility of accidental
starting when not in use. To lock the switch trigger,
place the direction of rotation control in the center
position.
4. FORWARD AND REVERSE ROTATION CONTROL (See
FIG. D)
With the drill pointing away from you, push the
forward/reverse-lever to the left “ “ for forward
rotation. Push the forward/reverse-lever to the right for
reverse rotation “ “.
WARNING!
Never change the direction of
rotation while the tool is rotating, wait until it
has stopped.
5. FUNCTION MODE SELECTION (See FIG. E)
The operation of the gearbox for each application is set
with the function mode selection switch(3). To change
between functions, depress the unlocking button and
rotate the selector to the desired operating mode.
For simultaneous drilling
and impacting of concrete or
masonry, choose the Hammer
drilling position.
For screw driving, drilling into
steel, wood and plastics choose
the Rotary drilling position.
WARNING!
The operating mode selector switch
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WORKING HINTS FOR YOUR TOOL
If your power tool becomes over heated, set the speed
to maximum and run no load for 2-3 minutes to cool
the motor. SDS-plus tungsten carbide drill bits should
always be used for concrete and masonry.
When drilling in metal, only use HSS drill bits in good
condition. Where possible use a pilot hole before
drilling a large diameter hole.
PROBLEM SOLUTION
1. WHY YOUR DRILL SUDDENLY STOPS WHEN WORKING.
a) They run at full power until they need charging.
So if your tool suddenly stops check your battery
rst. The Li-ion battery is protected against deep
discharging by the “Discharging Protection
System”. When the battery is empty, the machine
is switched off by means of a protective circuit,
and the drill bit will be stop working.
b) Overload protection. When overloaded, the motor
comes to a stop. Relieve the load on the machine
immediately and allow cooling for approx. 30
seconds at the highest no-load speed.
c) High temperature of the tool or battery. When
the load is too high or the allowable battery
temperature of 75°C is exceeded, the electronic
control switches off the power tool until the
temperature is in the optimum temperature range
again.
2. REASONS FOR DIFFERENT CHARGING TIMES
Your charge time can be affected by many reasons
which are not defects in your product. If the battery
pack is only partly discharged it may be re-charged
in less than 1 hour. If the battery pack and ambient
temperature are very cold then re-charging may take
1-1.5 hours. If the battery pack is very hot it will not re-
charge because the internal temperature safety cutout
will prevent it. If the battery pack is very hot you must
remove your battery pack from the charger and allow
your battery pack to cool rst to ambient temperature
and then recharging can be started. If you charge a
second battery pack immediately after the rst then
the charger can be overheated. Always allow at least
15 minutes rest between battery pack charging.
3. REASONS FOR DIFFERENT BATTERY PACK WORKING
TIMES
Charging time problems, having not used a battery
pack for a prolonged time will reduce the battery pack
working time. This can be corrected after several
charge and discharge operations by charging &
working with your drill. Heavy working conditions such
as large screws into hard wood will use up the battery
pack energy faster than lighter working conditions. Do
not re-charge your battery pack below 0
o
C and above
30
o
C as this will affect performance.
MAINTENANCE
Remove the battery pack from the tool 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.

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