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• Dust from material such as paint containing lead, some 
wood species, minerals and metal may be harmful 
(contact with or inhalation of the dust may cause allergic 
reactions and/or respiratory diseases to the operator or 
bystanders); wear a dust mask and work with a dust 
extraction device when connectable
• Certain kinds of dust are classied as carcinogenic 
(such as oak and beech dust) especially in conjunction 
with additives for wood conditioning; wear a dust 
mask and work with a dust extraction device when 
connectable
• Follow the dust-related national requirements for the 
materials you want to work with
DURING USE
• Wear ear protectors when impact drilling (exposure 
to noise can cause hearing loss)
• Hold the power tool only by the insulated gripping 
surfaces when performing an operation where the 
accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own 
power cord (contact with a “live” wire will also make 
exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and shock 
the operator)
• Always keep the cord away from moving parts of the tool; 
direct the cord to the rear, away from the tool
• In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction, 
immediately switch o the tool and disconnect the plug
• If the cord is damaged or cut through while working, do 
not touch the cord, but immediately disconnect the plug
• If the drill bit becomes unexpectedly jammed (causing 
a sudden, dangerous reaction), immediately switch o 
the tool
AFTER USE
• When you put away the tool, switch o the motor and 
ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete 
standstill
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL
3Read the instruction manual before use
4Double insulation (no earth wire required)
5Do not dispose of the tool together with household waste 
material
WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):
• Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire 
in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug
•If for any reason the old plug is cut o the cord of this tool, 
it must be disposed of safely and not left unattended
USE
• On/o 6
• Speed control for smooth starting 7
• Changing direction of rotation 8
-when not properly set in left/right position, switch A 2
cannot be activated
! change direction of rotation only when tool is at a 
complete standstill
• Changing bits 9
-insert the bit as deep as possible in the chuck
! do not use bits with a damaged shank
• Torque control (VariTorque) q
-output torque will increase as clutch ring D is rotated 
from 1 to 19
-when turning in a screw, rst try VariTorque position 1 
and increase until the desired depth has been reached
-position E will lock up the clutch to permit (non-impact) 
drilling or driving heavy-duty work
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 
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 dierent 
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) SERVICE
a) 
person using only identical replacement parts. This 
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR IMPACT DRILLS
GENERAL
• Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the 
voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool (tools with 
a rating of 230V or 240V can also be connected to a 
220V supply)
• This tool should not be used by people under the age of 
16 years
• Do not work materials containing asbestos (asbestos 
is considered carcinogenic)
• Never use the tool when the cord is damaged; it must be 
replaced by a specially prepared cord available through 
an after-sales service centre for SKIL power tools and 
carried out by a qualied person
• Always disconnect plug from power source before 
making any adjustment or changing any accessory
ACCESSORIES
• SKIL can assure awless functioning of the tool only 
when original accessories are used
• Use only accessories with an allowable speed matching 
at least the highest no-load speed of the tool
BEFORE USE
• Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a 
capacity of 16 Amps (U.K. 13 Amps)
• Avoid damage that can be caused by screws, nails and 
other elements in your workpiece; remove them before 
you start working
• Secure the workpiece (a workpiece clamped with 
clamping devices or in a vice is held more securely than 
by hand)
• 
or call the local utility company for assistance 
(contact with electric lines can lead to re or electrical 
shock; damaging a gas line can result in an explosion; 
penetrating a water pipe will cause property damage or 
an electrical shock)