Skil 6220 (F0156220 . . ): INTRODUCTION 3) PERSONAL SAFETY TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1 TOOL ELEMENTS 2 SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) WORK AREA SAFETY 4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE 2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY

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e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord

suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

Corded drill/driver 6220

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

unavoidable, use an earth leakage circuit breaker.

INTRODUCTION

Use of an earth leakage circuit breaker reduces the risk

of electric shock.

• This tool is intended for drilling in wood, metal, ceramic

3) PERSONAL SAFETY

and plastic as well as for screwdriving

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

• This tool is not intended for professional use

common sense when operating a power tool. Do not

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use a power tool while you are tired or under the

influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1

of inattention while operating power tools may result in

serious personal injury.

TOOL ELEMENTS 2

b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear

A Switch for on/o and speed control

eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust

B Switch for changing direction of rotation

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

C Keyless chuck

protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce

D Ring for torque control

personal injuries.

E Lock-position (clutch)

c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is

F Ventilation slots

in the off-position before connecting to power

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

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

invites accidents.

d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all

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

instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions

rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

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

e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance

Save all warnings and instructions for future

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

reference. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to

in unexpected situations.

your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-

f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or

operated (cordless) 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

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

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

2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY

was 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

power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce

refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric

the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

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

c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of

tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.

electric shock.

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

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

e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any

Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or

other condition that may affect the power tool’s

moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase

operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired

the risk of electric shock.

before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly

maintained power tools.