MasterCraft M 54-1213, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...ed 0 2 500 RPM no load Chuck 3 8 Keyless Maximum drilling capacity in metal 3 8 10 mm Weight 3 lb 11 oz 1 67 kg Need Assistance Call us on our toll free customer support line 1 800 689 9928 Technical questions Replacement parts Parts missing from package Imported by Mastercraft Canada Toronto Canada M4S 2B8 ...

Page 2: ...ols 6 Service 6 Specific safety rules 7 Extension cord safety 8 Symbols 9 Know your drill 10 Available accessories 10 Contents 11 Assembly and operating 12 19 Forward reverse switch 12 Variable speed trigger switch 12 Installing bits 13 14 Removing bits 14 Trigger switch lock 14 Drilling 16 17 Driving screws 23 24 Removing the chuck 18 Retightening a loose chuck 19 Maintenance 20 Exploded view 21 ...

Page 3: ...se permanent eye damage Prescription eyeglasses ARE NOT a replacement for proper eye protection WARNING Non compliant eyewear can cause serious injury if broken during the operation of a power tool SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERENCE WARNING Use hearing protection particularly during extended periods of operation of the tool or if the operation is noisy GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS CAUTION Before usi...

Page 4: ...ONMENT WARNING Dust that is created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities may contain chemicals that are known to cause cancer birth defects or other genetic abnormalities These chemicals include Lead from lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber The level of risk fro...

Page 5: ... contact between the operator s body and grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if the operator s body is grounded Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering the power tool will increase the risk of electric shock Do not abuse the cord Do not use the power cord to carry the tool or to pull the plug out...

Page 6: ...d using the switch is dangerous and must be repaired Disconnect the plug from the outlet before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of accidental start ups When power tools are not in use store them out of the reach of children or untrained persons Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users Maintain tools with car...

Page 7: ...d positions where a sudden slip could cause your hand to move into the path of the drill bit Secure workpiece Use clamps or a vise to hold the workpiece It is safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate the tool Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the part of the workpiece to be drilled To avoid injury from accidental starting always remove the battery from the too...

Page 8: ...our extension cord is properly wired and in good condition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it Protect your extension cord from sharp objects excessive heat and damp or wet areas Use a separate electrical circuit for your power tools This circuit must not be less than 14 gauge wire and should be protected with either a 15 A time de...

Page 9: ...onstruction Protective grounding at grounding terminal Class I tools Revolutions or reciprocations per minute Diameter Off position Arrow Warning symbol SYMBOLS WARNING Some of the following symbols may appear on the drill Study these symbols and learn their meaning Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow for more efficient and safer operation of this tool 3042597 LISTED This symbol desi...

Page 10: ...he use of improper accessories may result in injury to the operator or damage to the drill Before using any accessory carefully read the instructions or the owner s manual for the accessory Drill bits Buffing wheels Sanding drums Hole saws Paint stirring accessories WARNING If any part is missing or damaged do not plug the drill into the power source until the missing or damaged part is replaced K...

Page 11: ...COMPONENTS chart at right NOTE See illustration of drill below WARNING To avoid fire or toxic reaction never use gasoline naphtha acetone lacquer thinner or similar highly volatile solvents to clean the tool CONTENTS DRILL COMPONENTS KEY DESCRIPTION QTY A Drill 1 Owner s Manual 1 ...

Page 12: ...ward reverse switch in the middle position VARIABLE SPEED TRIGGER SWITCH This drill is equipped with a variable speed ON OFF trigger switch 1 To start drill gently squeeze the trigger switch 1 Fig 2 NOTE The drill will turn at its slowest speed when the trigger switch is depressed slightly The drill will turn at its fastest speed when the trigger switch is fully depressed 2 To stop the drill relea...

Page 13: ...jaws 3 open wide enough to accept the bit 4 2 Insert the bit into the chuck the full length of the jaws Raise the front of your drill slightly to prevent the bit from falling out of the chuck jaws 3 Tighten the chuck jaws onto the bit by turning the chuck body in a clockwise direction NOTE Make sure the bit is properly aligned in the jaws and NOT at an angle An improperly aligned bit could be thro...

Page 14: ...lease the bit 2 Remove the bit TRIGGER SWITCH LOCK The trigger switch lock on feature allows the trigger switch to be locked in the ON position at full speed when continuous operation for extended periods of time is required Fig 5 To lock the trigger switch in the ON position pull back on the trigger switch to start the drill Continue to squeeze the trigger until the drill reaches its maximum spee...

Page 15: ...e using this drill Verify the following every time the drill is used 1 Safety glasses safety goggles or face shield is being worn 2 Hearing protection and dust mask are being worn when drilling in concrete 3 The chuck has not worked loose on the spindle 4 The bit is in good condition and is properly tightened into the chuck Failure to observe these safety rules will significantly increase the risk...

Page 16: ... the forward reverse switch is in the forward position 2 Hold the drill firmly with both hands whenever possible Use one hand to grasp the handle and switch NOTE Make sure the hand placed on the body of the drill does not cover the air vents Covering these air vents will reduce motor cooling and possibly lead to overheating the motor 3 While holding the drill firmly place the point of the drill bi...

Page 17: ...o the direction of drill bit rotation and could cause loss of control when breaking through material as you complete drilling the hole If you are not prepared this loss of control can result in serious injury When drilling metals use a light oil on the drill bit to keep it from overheating The oil will prolong the life of the drill bit and improve the cutting action If the bit jams in the workpiec...

Page 18: ...osen the screw in the chuck for easy removal 4 Open chuck jaws and remove the hex key 5 Open the chuck jaws as far as possible 6 Remove the chuck screw using a 2 screwdriver Fig 8 NOTE Turn the screw CLOCKWISE to remove it This screw has a left handed thread 7 Insert the hex key into the chuck and tighten jaws of chuck securely Fig 9 Tap the hex key sharply with a mallet in a COUNTER CLOCKWISE dir...

Page 19: ...from closing To tighten the chuck follow these steps 1 Insert the hex key into the chuck and tighten the chuck securely 2 Tap the hex key sharply with a mallet in a CLOCKWISE direction Fig 10 This will tighten the chuck on the spindle 3 Open the chuck jaws and remove the hex key 4 Tighten the chuck screw using a 2 screwdriver NOTE Turn screw COUNTER CLOCKWISE to tighten it This screw has a left ha...

Page 20: ...ing oils etc to come into contact with plastic parts They contain chemicals that can damage weaken or destroy plastic DO NOT abuse power tools Abusive practices can damage the tool and the workpiece WARNING DO NOT attempt to modify tools or create accessories Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious injury It will also void...

Page 21: ...21 EXPLODED VIEW 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 12 ...

Page 22: ...y PART NUMBER not by key number Key Part Part Name Quantity 1 500813 Screw 1 2 161002 3 8 chuck 1 3 213029 Shaft 1 4 520033 Bearing 6001 RS 1 5 200303 Big Gear 1 6 520010 Bearing 687 RS 1 7 325011 Abutment 1 8 520017 Bearing 608 RS 1 9 314022 Fan 1 10 317141 Push knob 1 11 160200 AC cord plug 1 12 322002 Cord sleeve 1 13 300186 Housing 1 14 500200 Screw 8 15 500201 Screw 2 16 224200 Strain relief ...

Page 23: ...d limitations a A bill of sale verifying the purchase and the purchase date must be provided b This warranty will not apply to any product or part thereof that is worn broken or that has become inoperative due to abuse misuse accidental damage neglect or lack of proper installation operation or maintenance as outlined in the applicable owner s manual or operating instructions or that is being used...

Page 24: ...only to the original purchaser and cannot be transferred Neither the retailer not the manufacturer shall be liable for any other expense loss or damage including without limitation but not limited to any indirect incidental consequential or exemplary damages arising in connection with the sale use or inability to use this product Notice to Consumer This warranty gives you specific legal rights and...