Skil 6220 (F0156220 . . ): 5) SERVICE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR DRILL/DRIVERS USE APPLICATION ADVICE

f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

• Certain kinds of dust are classied as carcinogenic

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less

(such as oak and beech dust) especially in conjunction

likely to bind and are easier to control.

with additives for wood conditioning; wear a dust

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

mask and work with a dust extraction device

in accordance with these instructions, taking into

when connectable

account the working conditions and the work to be

• Follow the dust-related national requirements for the

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

materials you want to work with

from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

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

5) SERVICE

ensure that all moving parts have come to a

a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair

complete standstill

person using only identical replacement parts. This

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

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

making any adjustment or changing any accessory

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

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR DRILL/DRIVERS

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

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

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

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

other elements in your workpiece; remove them before

it must be disposed of safely and not left unattended

you start working

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

voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool (tools with

USE

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

• On/O 4

220V supply)

• Speed control for smooth starting 5

• SKIL can assure awless functioning of the tool only

• Changing direction of rotation 6

when original accessories are used

- when not properly set in left/right position, switch A 2

• Use only accessories with an allowable speed matching

cannot be activated

at least the highest no-load speed of the tool

! change direction of rotation only when tool is at a

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

complete standstill

16 years

• Changing bits 7

• Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a

- insert the bit as deep as possible in the chuck

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

! do not use bits with a damaged shank

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

• Torque control (VariTorque) 8

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

- output torque will increase as clutch ring D is rotated

not touch the cord, but immediately disconnect the plug

from 1 to 20; position E will lock up the clutch to permit

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

drilling or driving heavy duty work

replaced by a qualied person

- when turning in a screw, rst try VariTorque position 1

• If the drill bit becomes unexpectedly jammed (causing a

and increase until the desired depth has been reached

sudden, dangerous reaction), immediately switch o

• Holding and guiding the tool 9

the tool

! while working, always hold the tool at the

• In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction,

grey-coloured grip area(s)

immediately switch o the tool and disconnect the plug

- keep ventilation slots F 2 uncovered

• Secure the workpiece (a workpiece clamped with

- do not apply too much pressure on the tool; let the tool

clamping devices or in a vice is held more securely than

do the work for you

by hand)

• Hold the power tool only by the insulated gripping

APPLICATION ADVICE

surfaces when performing an operation where the

• Use the appropriate bits 0

accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own

! only use sharp bits

power cord (contact with a “live” wire will also make

• When drilling ferrous metals

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

- pre-drill a smaller hole, when a large hole is required

the operator)

- lubricate drill bit occasionally with oil

• Use suitable detectors to find hidden utility lines or

• When turning in a screw at/near the cross cut end or an

call the local utility company for assistance (contact

edge of wood, pre-drill a hole in order to avoid cracking of

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

the wood

damaging a gas line can result in an explosion;

• For an optimal use of the tool a steady pressure on the

penetrating a water pipe will cause property damage or

screw is required, especially while removing

an electrical shock)

• When screwdriving in hard wood one should pre-drill

• Do not work materials containing asbestos (asbestos

a hole

is considered carcinogenic)

• Splinterfree drilling in wood !

• Dust from material such as paint containing lead, some

• For more tips see www.skil.com

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

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