Rockwood 31817 User manual

© Copyright 2017 Easthill Group, Inc. 5/17 Instruction item #31817Q Rev 1
If you have any questions about the use of this product, please contact
The Eastwood Technical Assistance Service Department: 800.343.9353 >> email: techelp@eastwood.com
PDF version of this manual is available online >> eastwood.com/31817manual
The Eastwood Company 263 Shoemaker Road, Pottstown, PA 19464, USA
US and Canada: 800.343.9353 Outside US: 610.718.8335
Fax: 610.323.6268 eastwood.com
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
#43656 – Titanium Step Drill Bit Set.
#15645 – 9 Piece, 2" Sanding & Prepping Kit
#70491 – Eastwood Industrial Air Hose, 3/8" x 25'
#70492 – Eastwood Industrial Air Hose, 3/8" x 50'
3/8" REVERSIBLE
RIGHT ANGLE DRILL
INSTRUCTIONS
Item #31817

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YOUR ROCKWOOD 3/8" REVERSIBLE RIGHT ANGLE DRILL is a heavy-duty professional quality
tool with hardened bevel and planetary gears ruggedly designed for many years of reliable service.
It features a positive-locking forward/reverse control. A high-torque, 5-vane, ball bearing air motor
providessmooth operation and long life. Speed is easily controlled with an infinitely progressive
trigger control.
CONTENTS
• 3/8" [10mm] Reversible,
Right Angle Drill
• Chuck Key
• 1/s4" MNPT, Male quick disconnect
inlet fitting
SPECIFICATIONS
• RPM: 1,500 free speed
• Variable speed, 5 vane, ball bearing
air motor
• Air Consumption: 4 CFM [113 L/min]
• Inlet thread size: 1/4” FNPT
• Maximum Chuck Capacity: 3/8” [10mm]

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READ INSTRUCTIONS
• Thoroughly read and understand these product instructions before using
this tool. Failure to follow all warnings can result in tool damage or serious
physical injury.
• Save for future reference.
EYE INJURY HAZARD!
• Rapidly rotating surfaces can eject metal particles, dirt and debris at
high velocity. Always wear ANSI approved eye protection when operating
this tool.
HEARING DAMAGE HAZARD!
• This Rockwood Pneumatic Tool emits high sound levels while operating.
Use ANSI approved ear protection when operating.
BURSTING HAZARD!
• Do not exceed 90 psi (6.3 bar) of tool inlet pressure. Permanent tool damage
and/or explosion could occur and cause personal injury.
INJURY HAZARD
• This tool has high-speed, rotating components which can quickly cause
severe injury. Keep fingers and hands away from moving parts when
operating. Wear thick, well-fitting work gloves and keep loose clothing,
sleeves, cords, jewelry and hair away from moving parts.
INJURY HAZARD
• This tool could eject sparks at high speed which can ignite flammable
materials or injure others nearby. Do not operate near flammable materials
and keep all persons and pets away from the work area.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury.
SAFETY INFORMATION
The following explanations are displayed in this manual, on the labeling, and on all other information
provided with this product:
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Tool doesn’t
respond to trigger
depression
Insufficient volume
of air (CFM) to
operate tool
Verify sufficient air supply to tool.
(4 CFM @ 90 PSI minimum requirement)
Moisture or other
contamination in
air supply
Check for moisture in air line
and tool air inlet
Tool performance
is slow or sluggish
Insufficient volume
of air (CFM) to
operate tool
Verify sufficient air supply to tool.
(4 CFM @ 90 PSI minimum requirement)
Moisture or other
contamination in
air supply
Check for moisture in air line
and tool air inlet
Air Motor is lacking
lubrication
Stop use immediately and add air tool oil
directly to air inlet
Tool is excessively
noisy/emits high
pitched sound
Air Motor is lacking
lubrication
Stop use immediately and add air tool oil
directly to air inlet
Tool vibrates
excessively
during use
Loose Chuck Jaws Tighten Chuck Jaws
Out of balance
condition from
damaged Chuck
Stop use immediately, check for damaged
Chuck
Out of balance
condition from
damaged drill bit
or accessory
Stop use immediately, replace damaged
drill bit or accessory
TROUBLESHOOTING

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SETUP
• Using a good quality Teflon sealing tape (Not Included), thread the 1/4” MNPT, Male quick
disconnect inlet fitting into the air inlet.
CONNECTION
• Be sure that the air supply to the tool is clean and dry. Moisture in the supply line will quickly
damage the motor and valves.
• A minimum 3/8” I.D. air line should be used for optimal performance.
INJURY HAZARD
• Do not force drill or exert excessive side forces on tool while in use as the
drill body can suddenly kick back or twist causing severe hand or wrist
injury. Drill bits can suddenly break with excessive side force.
INJURY HAZARD
• Always make sure the workpiece is securely clamped or anchored to avoid
sudden movements which could result in injury.
INJURY HAZARD
• Always disconnect Drill from air supply when changing drill bits or accesso-
ries to prevent accidental tool starting and potential serious injury.
INJURY HAZARD
• Frequently inspect Chuck and overall tool condition. If damage is discovered,
discontinue tool use immediately. ONLY USE drill bits or accessories rated
for 1,500 RPM or greater use otherwise serious injury can result in the event
of failure.
VIBRATION INJURY HAZARD
• This Drill will vibrate during use! Repeated exposure to vibration may cause
physical injury.
OPERATION
• Open the Chuck Jaws by rotating the shell in a Counter-Clockwise direction (as viewed from
the open end).
• Insert drill bit or accessory shank into Chuck Jaws.
• Close the Chuck Jaws by rotating the shell in a Clockwise direction (as viewed from the
open end).
• Insert Chuck Key into one of three bores of the Chuck with the gear teeth engaged and turn
Clockwise to tighten Chuck Jaws.
• Connect air supply, depress Paddle to begin rotating action. Speed is regulated by pressure
applied to the Paddle.
• To reverse drill, disconnect from air supply, push in spring-loaded Reverse Button fully and
rotate Knob 1/4 turn Clockwise.
• For forward direction, disconnect from air supply, rotate Knob 1/4 turn Counter-Clockwise to
release.
MAINTENANCE
• Add several drops of air tool oil before each use by dropping directly into the air inlet.
• If tool is to be unused for an extended period, add 10 drops of air tool oil directly to the air
inlet, rotate the tool motor by hand several times to distribute the oil throughout the motor and
gearbox then store the tool, handle up.
INJURY HAZARD
Remove Chuck Key before starting Drill.

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SETUP
• Using a good quality Teflon sealing tape (Not Included), thread the 1/4” MNPT, Male quick
disconnect inlet fitting into the air inlet.
CONNECTION
• Be sure that the air supply to the tool is clean and dry. Moisture in the supply line will quickly
damage the motor and valves.
• A minimum 3/8” I.D. air line should be used for optimal performance.
INJURY HAZARD
• Do not force drill or exert excessive side forces on tool while in use as the
drill body can suddenly kick back or twist causing severe hand or wrist
injury. Drill bits can suddenly break with excessive side force.
INJURY HAZARD
• Always make sure the workpiece is securely clamped or anchored to avoid
sudden movements which could result in injury.
INJURY HAZARD
• Always disconnect Drill from air supply when changing drill bits or accesso-
ries to prevent accidental tool starting and potential serious injury.
INJURY HAZARD
• Frequently inspect Chuck and overall tool condition. If damage is discovered,
discontinue tool use immediately. ONLY USE drill bits or accessories rated
for 1,500 RPM or greater use otherwise serious injury can result in the event
of failure.
VIBRATION INJURY HAZARD
• This Drill will vibrate during use! Repeated exposure to vibration may cause
physical injury.
OPERATION
• Open the Chuck Jaws by rotating the shell in a Counter-Clockwise direction (as viewed from
the open end).
• Insert drill bit or accessory shank into Chuck Jaws.
• Close the Chuck Jaws by rotating the shell in a Clockwise direction (as viewed from the
open end).
• Insert Chuck Key into one of three bores of the Chuck with the gear teeth engaged and turn
Clockwise to tighten Chuck Jaws.
• Connect air supply, depress Paddle to begin rotating action. Speed is regulated by pressure
applied to the Paddle.
• To reverse drill, disconnect from air supply, push in spring-loaded Reverse Button fully and
rotate Knob 1/4 turn Clockwise.
• For forward direction, disconnect from air supply, rotate Knob 1/4 turn Counter-Clockwise to
release.
MAINTENANCE
• Add several drops of air tool oil before each use by dropping directly into the air inlet.
• If tool is to be unused for an extended period, add 10 drops of air tool oil directly to the air
inlet, rotate the tool motor by hand several times to distribute the oil throughout the motor and
gearbox then store the tool, handle up.
INJURY HAZARD
Remove Chuck Key before starting Drill.

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READ INSTRUCTIONS
• Thoroughly read and understand these product instructions before using
this tool. Failure to follow all warnings can result in tool damage or serious
physical injury.
• Save for future reference.
EYE INJURY HAZARD!
• Rapidly rotating surfaces can eject metal particles, dirt and debris at
high velocity. Always wear ANSI approved eye protection when operating
this tool.
HEARING DAMAGE HAZARD!
• This Rockwood Pneumatic Tool emits high sound levels while operating.
Use ANSI approved ear protection when operating.
BURSTING HAZARD!
• Do not exceed 90 psi (6.3 bar) of tool inlet pressure. Permanent tool damage
and/or explosion could occur and cause personal injury.
INJURY HAZARD
• This tool has high-speed, rotating components which can quickly cause
severe injury. Keep fingers and hands away from moving parts when
operating. Wear thick, well-fitting work gloves and keep loose clothing,
sleeves, cords, jewelry and hair away from moving parts.
INJURY HAZARD
• This tool could eject sparks at high speed which can ignite flammable
materials or injure others nearby. Do not operate near flammable materials
and keep all persons and pets away from the work area.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury.
SAFETY INFORMATION
The following explanations are displayed in this manual, on the labeling, and on all other information
provided with this product:
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Tool doesn’t
respond to trigger
depression
Insufficient volume
of air (CFM) to
operate tool
Verify sufficient air supply to tool.
(4 CFM @ 90 PSI minimum requirement)
Moisture or other
contamination in
air supply
Check for moisture in air line
and tool air inlet
Tool performance
is slow or sluggish
Insufficient volume
of air (CFM) to
operate tool
Verify sufficient air supply to tool.
(4 CFM @ 90 PSI minimum requirement)
Moisture or other
contamination in
air supply
Check for moisture in air line
and tool air inlet
Air Motor is lacking
lubrication
Stop use immediately and add air tool oil
directly to air inlet
Tool is excessively
noisy/emits high
pitched sound
Air Motor is lacking
lubrication
Stop use immediately and add air tool oil
directly to air inlet
Tool vibrates
excessively
during use
Loose Chuck Jaws Tighten Chuck Jaws
Out of balance
condition from
damaged Chuck
Stop use immediately, check for damaged
Chuck
Out of balance
condition from
damaged drill bit
or accessory
Stop use immediately, replace damaged
drill bit or accessory
TROUBLESHOOTING

2Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.343.9353 >> techelp@eastwood.com To order parts and supplies: 800.343.9353 >> eastwood.com 7
YOUR ROCKWOOD 3/8" REVERSIBLE RIGHT ANGLE DRILL is a heavy-duty professional quality
tool with hardened bevel and planetary gears ruggedly designed for many years of reliable service.
It features a positive-locking forward/reverse control. A high-torque, 5-vane, ball bearing air motor
provide smooth operation and long life. Speed is easily controlled with an infinitely progressive
throttled trigger control.
CONTENTS
• 3/8" [10mm] Reversible,
Right Angle Drill
• Chuck Key
• 1/s4" MNPT, Male quick disconnect
inlet fitting
SPECIFICATIONS
• RPM: 1,500 free speed
• Variable speed, 5 vane, ball bearing
air motor
• Air Consumption: 4 CFM [113 L/min]
• Inlet thread size: 1/4” FNPT
• Maximum Chuck Capacity: 3/8” [10mm]

© Copyright 2017 Easthill Group, Inc. 5/17 Instruction item #31817Q Rev 1
If you have any questions about the use of this product, please contact
The Eastwood Technical Assistance Service Department: 800.343.9353 >> email: techelp@eastwood.com
PDF version of this manual is available online >> eastwood.com/31817manual
The Eastwood Company 263 Shoemaker Road, Pottstown, PA 19464, USA
US and Canada: 800.343.9353 Outside US: 610.718.8335
Fax: 610.323.6268 eastwood.com
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
#43656 – Titanium Step Drill Bit Set.
#15645 – 9 Piece, 2" Sanding & Prepping Kit
#70491 – Eastwood Industrial Air Hose, 3/8" x 25'
#70492 – Eastwood Industrial Air Hose, 3/8" x 50'
3/8" REVERSIBLE
RIGHT ANGLE DRILL
INSTRUCTIONS
Item #31817
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