Skil 1766 AK: 5) SERVICE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HAMMERS USE

power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce

make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and

the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

could give the operator an electric shock)

d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children

• Do not work materials containing asbestos (asbestos

and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power

is considered carcinogenic)

tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.

• Dust from material such as paint containing lead, some

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained

wood species, minerals and metal may be harmful

users.

(contact with or inhalation of the dust may cause allergic

e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or

reactions and/or respiratory diseases to the operator or

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any

bystanders); wear a dust mask and work with a dust

other condition that may affect the power tool’s

extraction device when connectable

operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired

• Certain kinds of dust are classied as carcinogenic (such

before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly

as oak and beech dust) especially in conjunction with

maintained power tools.

additives for wood conditioning; wear a dust mask and

f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

work with a dust extraction device when

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less

connectable

likely to bind and are easier to control.

• Follow the dust-related national requirements for the

g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in

materials you want to work with

accordance with these instructions, taking into

• If the cord is damaged or cut through while working, do

account the working conditions and the work to be

not touch the cord, but immediately disconnect the plug

performed. Use of the power tool for operations dierent

• Never use the tool when cord is damaged; have it

from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

replaced by a qualied person

5) SERVICE

• Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the

a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair

voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool (tools with

person using only identical replacement parts. This

a rating of 230V or 240V can also be connected to a

will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

220V supply)

• If the drill bit becomes unexpectedly jammed (causing a

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HAMMERS

sudden, dangerous reaction), immediately switch o the

tool

• Wear ear protectors (exposure to noise can cause

• Be aware of the forces that occur as a result of jamming

hearing loss)

(especially when drilling metals); always use auxiliary

• Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the tool

handle G 2 and take a secure stance

(loss of control can cause personal injury)

• Alwaysdisconnectplugfrompowersourcebefore

• Avoid damage that can be caused by screws, nails and

making any adjustment or changing any accessory

other elements in your workpiece; remove them before

WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):

you start working

• Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire

• Always keep the cord away from moving parts of the tool

in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug

• Secure the workpiece (a workpiece clamped with

• If for any reason the old plug is cut o the cord of this tool,

clamping devices or in a vice is held more securely than

it must be disposed of safely and not left unattended

by hand)

• When you put away the tool, switch o the motor and

ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete

USE

standstill

• On/o 4

• Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a

• Maximum speed control 5

capacity of 16 Amps (U.K. 13 Amps)

With wheel B the maximum speed can be adjusted from

• In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction,

low to high (1-6)

immediately switch o the tool and disconnect the plug

• Selecting operating mode 6

• SKIL can assure awless functioning of the tool only

! select operating mode only when tool is switched

when original accessories are used

off and plug is disconnected

• Use only accessories with an allowable speed matching

- press button C to unlock switch D

at least the highest no-load speed of the tool

- rst turn switch D to the desired operating mode until it

• This tool should not be used by people under the age of

snap-locks

16 years

- then turn switch E to the desired operating mode

• Use suitable detectors to find hidden utility lines or

1 = normal drilling/screwdriving

call the local utility company for assistance (contact

2 = impact drilling

with electric lines can lead to re or electrical shock;

3 = chiseling

damaging a gas line can result in an explosion;

! start working only when switch D is locked

penetrating a water pipe will cause property damage or

- for drilling in wood, metal and plastic as well as for

an electrical shock)

screwdriving the corresponding adapter should be

• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,

used (see: Application Advice)

when performing an operation where the cutting

- the hammer mechanism is activated by applying a

accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own

slight pressure on the tool when the drill bit is in

cord (a cutting accessory contacting a “live” wire may

contact with the workpiece

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