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FRANÇAISE : PAGE 39
Instruction Two-Speed Cordless
manual Drill/Drivers And
Hammer Drill Driver
Model 966 - 1/2" 12.0V Drill/Driver Model 977 - 1/2" 14.4V
Model 8623 12V Battery Pack Hammer Drill/Driver
Model 8723 14.4V Battery Pack
Model 978 - 1/2" 14.4V Drill/Driver
Model 8604
Model 8723 14.4V Battery Pack
12.0/14.4V Charger
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SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS This manual contains information that is important for you to know and un- derstand. This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PRE- VENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the following symbols. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
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ELECTRICAL SAFETY 1. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock. 2. 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. 3. Use battery
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7. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edge are less likely to bind and are easier to control. 8. 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. 9. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories tha
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3. Do not expose charger to rain, snow or frost. 4. Do not abuse cord. Never carry charger by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger. Have damaged or worn power cord and strain reliever replaced immediately. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR POWER CORD. 5. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. 6. Do not use an extension cord unless absolutely necessary. Use o
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19. Dispose of expended batteries properly. The Porter-Cable Model 8823 Battery Pack contains rechargeable, nickel-cadmium batteries. These batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Drop off expended battery packs at your local replacement battery retailer, your local recycling center, or at a Porter-Cable Service Center (see list on back page of this manual). Applicable fees for the collection and recycling of these RBRC™ is a Trademark of the Rechargeable Battery batteries (in the U
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INSTALLING AND REMOVING DRILL AND SCREWDRIVER BITS Always set the reversing button to the center (locked "OFF") position when installing and removing bits. 1. The three-jaw chuck is designed for self-centering of the bit. Open A jaws large enough by turning the sleeve (A) Fig. 2 counterclockwise, when viewing the chuck from the bit end, so that the bit shank can be inserted easily. 2. Clean and insert the smooth end of the bit as far as it will go into the chuck, or up to the flutes for small bi
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The low speed position is normally A B used when drilling larger holes and when driving or removing screws. The high speed position is normally used for drilling small holes. DRIVER BIT STORAGE Convenient storage areas with retaining clip (B) Fig. 4 for screwdriver bits are provided on Fig. 4 each side of the tool. SIDE HANDLE Model 977 is shipped with a side handle (A) Fig. 5 to provide additional control and support during high torque drilling and driving operations. To use, screw the side ha
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OPERATION CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK GENERAL Before using your cordless tool for the first time, the battery pack should be fully charged. If the battery pack is installed in the tool, remove it by following instructions under INSTALLING OR REMOVING BATTERY PACK. As a battery pack approaches the discharged state, you will notice a sharp drop in tool performance. When the tool is unable to perform the task at hand, it is time to recharge the battery pack. Recharging the battery pack before this
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Problems will be indicated by charger indicator lights (see Fig. 8): If the green light (A) continues to flash after battery pack is inserted in charger, the battery pack temperature is either too high or too low for charging. If left alone, the charger will continue to monitor the battery pack temperature and will begin charging when the temperature reaches an acceptable level. If the green light (A) glows continuously and red light (B) flashes, the battery pack is receiving a “Fast Charge”
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HOW TO HOLD THE HAMMER DRILL/DRIVER The front end of the Hammer Drill/Driver may be made live if the tool drills into live wiring in the wall. TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, THE HAMMER DRILL/DRIVER MUST BE HELD AS SHOWN IN FIG. 10B. IT’S A HAMMER DRILL Fig.. 10B GENERAL DRILLING 1. Set torque adjusting collar for drilling operation and set speed selector to appropriate speed. 2. Be sure drill bit is securely gripped in chuck. 3. Set REVERSING BUTTON for clockwise rotation. Make sure work is held
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DRILLING WOOD In addition to the instructions listed under "GENERAL DRlLLlNG", the following also apply: 1. When using twist drills in wood, withdraw them from the hole frequently to clear chips built up in flutes to avoid overheating and burning work. 2. If a backing block is used to keep back of work from splintering, clamp it securely in place. If a backing block is not used with spade bits or hole saws, ease up pressure as soon as bit point breaks through work, and complete the hole from the
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2. Install proper bit that fits screw to screwdriver. 3. Set torque adjusting collar for desired torque and set speed selector to LOW. 4. Set screwdriver for correct rotation. 5. Start screw straight in hole with fingers. 6. Place bit on screw, remove fingers, start screwdriver, and exert pressure to drive screw. 7. As soon as screw has seated, lift screwdriver from screw. 8. A lubricant, such as soap or wax, may be used on screw threads for ease of driving, particularly in hard wood. 9. Combi
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MAINTENANCE KEEP TOOL CLEAN All plastic parts should be cleaned with a soft damp cloth. NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. They could very possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material. FAILURE TO START Should your tool fail to start, make sure battery pack is charged and properly installed in drill. BATTERY The battery pack will discharge by itself without damage if stored for long periods of time, and may require recharging before use. LUBRICATION For your continued safety and
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B A B A Fig. 12 Fig. 13 REMOVE INSTALL Fig. 14 Fig. 15 ALTERNATE CHUCK REPLACEMENT Remove battery pack to prevent accidental start-up. 1. Open chuck jaws as wide as possible to gain access to the chuck retaining screw. 2. Remove chuck retaining screw by turning it clockwise (left-hand thread) with an hex wrench. 3. Place the two-speed gear shift selector to the rear (LOW) position. 1 4. Place the short end of a large hex wrench ( /4" or larger) into the chuck (Fig. 14). Align wrench flats with c
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PORTER-CABLE LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Porter-Cable warrants its Professional Power Tools for a period of one year from the date of original purchase. We will repair or replace at our option, any part or parts of the product and accessories covered under this warranty which, after examination, proves to be defective in workmanship or material during the warranty period. For repair or replacement return the complete tool or accessory, transportation prepaid, to your nearest Porter-Cable Service C
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