Skil 1766 AK: INTRODUCTION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1 3) PERSONAL SAFETY TOOL ELEMENTS 2 SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) WORK AREA SAFETY 4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE 2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY

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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.

Rotary hammer 1766

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of

electric shock.

INTRODUCTION

d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep

• This tool is intended for hammer drilling in concrete, brick

cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving

and stone as well as for light chiseling work; for drilling in

parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of

wood, metal and plastic as well as for screwdriving

electric shock.

specic accessories should be used

e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

• The hammering system in this tool outperforms any

extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a

traditional ratcheting drill when drilling in concrete

cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric

• This tool is designed for use in combination with all

shock.

standard SDS+ accessories

f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is

• This tool is not intended for professional use

unavoidable, use an earth leakage circuit breaker.

• Read and save this instruction manual 3

Use of an earth leakage circuit breaker reduces the risk

of electric shock.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1

3) PERSONAL SAFETY

✱) Impact energy per stroke according to EPTA-Procedure

a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

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common sense when operating a power tool. Do not

use a power tool while you are tired or under the

influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment

TOOL ELEMENTS 2

of inattention while operating power tools may result in

A Switch for on/o

serious personal injury.

B Wheel for maximum speed control

b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear

C Unlocking button

eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust

D Switch for selecting operating mode

mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing

E Second switch for selecting operating mode

protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce

F Locking sleeve

personal injuries.

G Auxiliary handle

c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is

H Ventilation slots

in the off-position before connecting to power

J Depth gauge

source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying

the tool. Carrying power tools with your nger on the

SAFETY

switch or energising power tools that have the switch on

invites accidents.

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning

the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all

rotating part of the power tool may result in personal

instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions

injury.

may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save

e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance

all warnings and instructions for future reference. The

at all times. This enables better control of the power tool

term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-

in unexpected situations.

operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)

f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or

power tool.

jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away

from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair

1) WORK AREA SAFETY

can be caught in moving parts.

a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark

g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust

areas invite accidents.

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are

b) Do not operate power tools in explosive

connected and properly used. Use of dust collection

atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable

can reduce dust-related hazards.

liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which

4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

may ignite the dust or fumes.

a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power

c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating

tool for your application. The correct power tool will do

a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

the job better and safer at the rate for which it was

2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY

designed.

a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never

b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn

modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter

it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled

plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.

with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of

c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or

electric shock.

the battery pack from the power tool before making

b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and