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6. Using the screwdriver
When using the screwdriver the following points should be observed.
1. Place the point of the screwdriver bit in the head of the screw and apply light pressure to the screwdriver.
2. Make sure that the screwdriver bit is inserted straight and upright in the screw head, or the screw may be damaged.
3. Start the screwdriver by pressing the On/Off switch.
4. When driving wood screws, pre-drill pilot holes to make driving easier and to prevent splitting the material.
5. The pilot hole has two purposes. It acts as a guide for the screw to follow and it prevents distortion or splitting of the
wood.
6. Pilot holes should be drilled to a depth equal to or greater than the length of the screw to be used.
7. The table below should be used as a guide for the size of the pilot hole.
8. Select
forward
rotation to drive screws in and
reverse
rotation to take them out.
9. Take care not to overtighten small brass screws. The screw head is easily twisted off and the threads can strip. Hand
tightening of these screws is recommended.
10. Use Posidrive screws whenever possible. They are easier to drive, as the screwdriver bit engages more firmly in the
screw head.
11. When inserting a screw into a hole that is already threaded, start the screw by hand. Run the screw until you feel the
threads catch and then use the screwdriver to tighten the screw.
12. When using the nut drivers supplied with this screwdriver, take care not to overtighten the nuts as they could be
damaged.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
After use, remove the screwdriver bit and tap the side of the screwdriver bit holder to remove any dust, or chippings etc.
Clean the body of the screwdriver with a soft cloth. Keep the handle clean and free from oil and grease.
Keep the charging adaptor clean and free from dust and grease. Worn or damaged parts must be replaced by qualified
personnel. There are no user servicable parts inside the screwdriver. Refer to qualified service personnel if internal
maintenance is required. Always store the screwdriver and the charging adaptor in the carrying case.
Pilot hole diameter
Screw size
Soft wood
Hard wood
No. 6 (3.5 mm)
2.0 mm
2.5 mm
No. 8 (4.0 mm)
3.2 mm
3.5 mm
No.10 (5.0 mm)
3.5 mm
4.0 mm
WARNING!
Do not press the On/Off switch when performing cleaning and maintenance procedures.
