Black Decker AD600 Cordless Screwdriver User Guide

Black Decker AD600 Cordless Screwdriver

KEY INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW

• TO OPERATE: Rotate the collar to the position marked Power. Press the button marked (1) in Fig. A to operate in forward mode; press the button marked (2) to operate in reverse. Rotate the collar to the position marked Manual to use as a conventional non-powered screwdriver.
• TO INSTALL A BIT: Pull back on the sleeve marked (4) in Fig. D. Insert the accessory into the holder and release the sleeve. Use hex shank accessories only.
• Use only with AA alkaline batteries.

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 GENERAL SAFETY RULES – FOR ALL BATTERY-OPERATED TOOLS
 WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.

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Work Area

• Keep your work area clean and well-lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks, which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical Safety

• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tool. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords may create a fire.
• A battery-operated tool with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be recharged only with the specified charger for the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery.
• Use battery operated tool only with the specifically designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire.

Personal Safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use the tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury,
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts. Air vents cover moving parts and should be avoided.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the switch is in the locked or off position before inserting the battery pack. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or inserting the battery pack into a tool with the switch on invites accidents.
• Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enable better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.

Tool Use and Care

• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
• Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
• Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on or off. A tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect the battery pack from the tool or place the switch in the locked or off position before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
• Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
• When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause sparks, burns, or a fire.
• Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools, with a sharpened edge, are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
• Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may create a risk of injury when used on another tool.

Service

• Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
• When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow
  Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

• Hold the tool by its insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a “live” wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool “live” and shock the operator.
• Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.

The label on your tool may include the following symbols.

 WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: Lead from lead-based paints,

• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber. (CCA)

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well-ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or to lie on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.

FEATURES (FIGURE A)

1. On / Off Switch (forward direction)
2. On / Off Switch (reverse direction)
3. Spindle lock collar
4. Bit holder sleeve
5. Battery holder

BATTERY INSTALLATION

The AD600 drill uses four size AA alkaline batteries only.

To install batteries in your tool, remove the battery holder end cap (5) by depressing the two tabs (7), as shown in Figure B. Pull the battery holder out of the tool, as shown in Figure C, and observe the battery position instructions printed on the battery holder. (The plus and minus ends of the batteries are marked with + and – signs.) NOTE: Some battery manufacturers mark only the plus (+) ends of the batteries. In these cases, the unmarked end of the battery is the (-) end. Install the batteries as indicated and reinstall the cap.

The end cap and battery holder assembly will only fit back into the tool one way. If it does not seem to fit properly, don’t force it. Rotate it one-half way around and try it again. When it is in all the way, ensure that the two tabs snap into place. IMPORTANT: Incorrectly installed batteries will reduce the tool’s performance or prevent its operation entirely. If your batteries are fresh and you feel the tool lacks power or doesn’t run, double-check the battery holder to see if the batteries are installed properly (+ and – signs aligned as shown). If proper installation and fresh batteries do not yield satisfactory performance, take or send the tool to your local Black & Decker Service Center for a thorough inspection.

Be careful when storing the tool so that the switch is not inadvertently depressed by some object. This would, of course, deplete the batteries in just a short while.

Operating Instructions

INSERTING AN ACCESSORY (FIGURE D)

• Hold the unit in one hand.
• Pull the sleeve (4) back.
• Insert the shank of the accessory (6) into the holder.
• Release the sleeve.

MANUAL SPINDLE LOCK (FIGURE E)

The manual spindle lock allows you to use the tool as a regular manual screwdriver. You can give an extra twist to firmly tighten a screw or loosen a very tight screw.

• To activate the spindle lock, turn the collar (3) to show the LOCK symbol.
• To release the spindle lock, turn the collar (3) to show the POWER symbol.
  NOTE: Do not attempt to operate the tool when the spindle lock is activated.

OPERATING THE TOOL (FIGURE A)

• Make sure that the spindle lock is released.
• To tighten a screw or nut, keep the on/off switch (1) depressed.
• To loosen a screw or nut, keep the on/off switch (2) depressed.
• To switch the tool off, release the on/off switch.

Hints for optimum use

• Always use the correct type of screwdriver bit or drill bit.
• If screws are difficult to tighten, try applying a small amount of washing liquid or soap as a lubricant.
• Use the spindle lock to loosen very tight screws or to firmly tighten screws.
• Always hold the tool and screwdriver bit in a straight line with the screw.
• Do not use drill bits with a diameter larger than 1/4 inch.
• When drilling in plasterboard, use a 3/16 inch drill bit for the supplied plugs.
• When screwing in wood, drill a 1/16 inch pilot hole for the supplied screws. A pilot hole guides the screw and prevents splintering or distortion of the wood.`

Maintenance

Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool in a liquid.

IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance, and adjustment should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service personnel, always using identical replacement parts.

Lubrication

Black & Decker tools are properly lubricated at the factory and are ready for use.

Accessories

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call:1 800-544-6986

 CAUTION: Use only hex shank accessories with this product. The use of any accessory or attachment not recommended may be hazardous.

SERVICE INFORMATION

Black & Decker offers a full network of company-owned and authorized service locations throughout North America. All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable power tool service.

Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts, contact the Black & Decker location nearest you. To find your local service location, refer to the yellow page directory under “Tools—Electric” or call: 1-800-544-6986.

Full Two-Year Home Use Warranty

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this screwdriver for two years against any defects in material or workmanship. This warranty does not include the batteries. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways.

The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should be made within the time period of the retailer’s policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days after the sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for their specific return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges.

The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker-owned or authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at our option. Proof of purchase may be required. Black & Decker-owned and authorized Service Centers are listed under “Tools- Electric” in the yellow pages of the phone directory.

This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state and province to province. Should you have any questions, contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center. This product is not intended for commercial use.

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