WEN 5182 18 Volt Cordless Drill/Drive Kit - Manual (Page 13)

NOTE: Rotate the chuck body in the direction of the arrow marked OPEN to close the chuck
jaws. Do not use a wrench to tighten or loosen the chuck jaws.
3. Remove the drill bit.
WARNING! Make sure to insert the drill bit straight into the chuck jaws. Do not insert
the drill bit into the chuck jaws at an angle then tighten. This could cause the drill bit to
be ejected from the drill, resulting in possible serious personal injury or damage to the
chuck.
DRILLING
1. Check the direction of rotation selector for the correct setting (forward or reverse).
2. Secure the material to be drilled in a vise or with clamps to keep it from turning as the drill
bit rotates.
3. Hold the drill firmly and place the bit at the point to be drilled.
4. Depress the trigger switch to start the drill.
5. Move the drill bit into the workpiece, applying only enough pressure to keep the bit cutting.
Do not force the drill or apply side pressure to elongate a hole. Let the tool do the work.
6. When drilling hard, smooth surfaces, use a center punch to mark the desired location of the
hole.
7. This will prevent the drill bit from slipping off-center as the hole is started.
8. If the bit jams in the workpiece or if the drill stalls, stop the tool immediately. Remove the bit
from the workpiece and determine the reason for jamming.
WARNING! This drill is equipped with an electric brake. When the brake is
functioning properly, sparks may be visible through the vent slots in the housing. This i
normal and is the action of the brake.
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WOOD DRILLING
For maximum performance, use high speed steel or brad point bits for wood drilling.
1. Begin drilling at a very low speed to prevent the bit from slipping off the starting point.
2. Increase speed as the drill bit bites into the material.
3. When drilling “through” holes, place a block of wood behind the workpiece to prevent
ragged or splintered edges on the back side of the hole.
METAL DRILLING
For maximum performance, use high speed steel bits for metal or steel drilling.
1. When drilling metals, use light oil on the drill bit to keep it from overheating. The oil will
prolong the life of the bit and increase the drilling action.
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