B-RAD USER MANUAL FINAL
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1. six months If performance of battery pack diminishes recharge the battery pack 3 2 1 Removing and Inserting the Battery Pack Removal Press in the release button and remove the battery pack Inserting Slide in the battery pack until it engages 3 3 Battery Pack Faults 3 3 1 Warning Indicator Stays On The battery pack is not being charged The temperature is too high or too low If the temperature of the battery pack is between 32 120 degrees Fahrenheit 0 49 degrees Celsius the charging process begins automatically New World Technologies Inc Page 10 V2011 09 01 B RAD USER MANUAL 3 3 2 Warning Indicator Flashes On The battery pack is defective remove from charger immediately Short circuit between the charging contacts check charging shaft socket for foreign bodies The battery fails to charge contacts may be dirty Remove the battery pack clean the contacts and replace the charger Note In the case of prolongued activity of electromagnetic disturbances the battery charger ends the charging process prematurely for safety reasons Remove the plug and plug in again after 2 seconds New World Technologies Inc Page 11 V2011 09 01 B RAD USER MANUAL 4 0 Accessories Only use original RAD Accessories To assist in selecting correct accessories please note model of your tool and contact your RAD authorized dealer Available items ITEM DESCRIPTION 16089 LTX LI ION CHARGER EU2. B RAD USER MANUAL Contents Contents f 1 1 0 General Safety Instructions esses 2 2 0 General Operating Instructions s 3 2 1 Special Safety Information ee ences 3 2 2 Setting Direction of Rotation eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 3 2 3 Action of R action necu item rte site n ba i apr Ma et dod 4 2 4 Installing the Reaction Arm eee nne nennen nns 7 2 5 Setting Torgu amp ae rtr erc GY e cn E Vu er nal 8 3 0 Battery Packs and Charger eee 9 3 1 Battery Cliat ger uoc eee FRY RAS IAS YR YNA ND oe Rd Os 10 3 2 Batteny Packs oia Ep rt ceo Me LTDA PEE GR DRO SM TIME 10 3 3 Battery Pack Falle uda iere cero ed veo Y dp redet bio Foedus 10 4 0 Accessories 1eeeeeee eines nennen nennen nnn nnn nnn 12 5 0 Repalrs i au Ti tiae vr eei Y EVE GAR EIER TREE SER CHR REESE EP MOS 12 6 0 Contact NF HT nn 13 New World Technologies Inc Page 1 V2011 09 01 B RAD USER MANUAL WARNING WARNING CAUTION WARNING 1 0 General Safety Instructions Do not operate the tool before reading this user manual If breakdown malfunction or damage occurs contact the distributor or manufacturer immediately Failure to follow all safety warnings and instructions may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury Only persons trained and qualified should attemp
3. PLUG 16090 LTX LI ION CHARGER GB PLUG 16091 LTX LI ION CHARGER USA CDN PLUG 16092 LTX LI ION CHARGER AU NZ PLUG 18795 LTX 18V B RAD LI ION BATTERY 3 0AH MECHANICAL PLEASE CONTACT US FOR CUSTOM REACTION ARMS 5 0 Repairs Repairs to electrical tools must be carried out by a qualified electrician Any RAD electrical power tool in need of repair can be sent to our address listed below or your local RAD Authorized Repair Center Please accompany the tool for repair with reaction arm and a full description of the fault We reserve the right to make alterations in line with advances in technology CAUTION Repairs to any RAD power tool must be carried out by a qualified electrician only Warranty VOID otherwise New World Technologies Inc Page 12 V2011 09 01 B RAD USER MANUAL New World Technologies Inc V2011 09 01 6 0 Contact New World Technologies Inc 30580 Progressive Way Abbotsford BC V2T 6Z2 Canada Toll Free 1 800 983 0044 Fax 604 852 0269 Email info radtorque com Web www radtorque com i Page 13
4. e foot of the reaction arm aligns with the length of the nut Too Short Too Long Figure 2 32B INCORRECT The foot of the reaction arm is too short on the left side and too long on the right side Please contact New World Technologies Inc or your local RAD Authorized distributor for custom reaction arms New World Technologies Inc Page 5 V2011 09 01 B RAD USER MANUAL 2 33 Reaction Points Ensure the reaction arm reacts off the middle of the foot as seen in Figure 2 33A Do not react of the heel off the reaction foot as seen in figure 2 33B Figure 2 33A CORRECT Reaction arm is reacting off the middle of the reaction arm s foot Figure 2 34B INCORRECT Reaction arm is reacting off the heel of the reaction arm This can cause premature tool failure New World Technologies Inc Page 6 V2011 09 01 B RAD USER MANUAL CAUTION Keep your hand and body parts clear of the reaction arm and barrel when the tool is in operation 2 4 Installing the Reaction Arm Ensure the reaction arm and snap ring are installed securely to hold the reaction arm in place Make sure the reaction arm is in contact with a solid reaction point before you operate the tool Keep your body parts clear of the reaction arm when the tool is in operation When the tool is in operation the Reaction Arm rotates in the opposite direction to the Output Square Drive and must be allowed to rest squarely against a solid object
5. he reaction arm or blank in place e ALWAYS support the tool in use The tool must be supported at all times in order to prevent unexpected release in the event of fastener or component failure 2 2 Setting Direction of Rotation Only operate the rotational direction switch and transportation switch when the motor is at standstill R Right Hand Rotation Selected L Left Hand Reverse Rotation Selected 0 Central setting is the Transportation Position switch on lock engaged New World Technologies Inc Page 3 V2011 09 01 B RAD USER MANUAL 2 3 Action of Reaction 2 31 Reaction Arm Height Ensure the height of the socket is even with the height of the reaction arm as seen below in figure 2 31A The height of the socket cannot be shorter or higher than the height of the reaction arm as seen below in figure 2 31B Figure 2 31A CORRECT The reaction arm and socket are even height Too Short Too Long Figure 2 32B INCORRECT The leg of the reaction arm is too short on the left side and too long on the right side IMPROPER REACTION WILL VOID WARRANTY AND CAN CAUSE PREMATURE TOOL FAILURE New World Technologies Inc Page 4 V2011 09 01 B RAD USER MANUAL 2 32 Reaction Arm Foot Ensure the foot of the reaction arm aligns with the length of the nut as seen in figure 2 32A The length of the foot cannot be shorter or longer than the nut as seen in figure 2 32B Figure 2 32A CORRECT Th
6. ng as seen in Figure 5 2 3 Figure 2 5 3 NOTE The mechanical B RAD is not intended to be a precision torgue product Please consider the E RAD or Digital Series for precision controlled torgue Page 8 B RAD USER MANUAL CAUTION WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING 3 0 Battery Packs and Charger Before initial use check that the voltage and frequency stated on the rating plate match the figures for your own electrical supply Unplug charger immediately if the cable or charger is damaged Unplug immediately if any sign of smoke or flames To reduce risk of injury charge only rechargeable OEM batteries other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage Do not submit the casing to impact or drill into the casing Do not throw battery packs or charger in fire or immerse in water Keep battery packs dry Keep away from moisture Use Indoors Only Do not use any damaged or deformed battery packs Do not touch battery pack contact terminals or short circuit them RAD chargers should only be operated between 32 120 degrees Fahrenheit 0 49 degrees Celsius Keep away from moisture RAD battery packs should only be charged when battery temperature is between 32 120 degrees Fahrenheit 0 49 degrees Celsius Slightly acidic flammable fluid may leak from defective Li ion battery packs If battery fluid leaks out and comes into contact with your skin rinse immediately with
7. or surface adjacent to the bolt to be tightened See Figure 2 4 1 WARNING ALWAYS KEEP z HANDS CLEAR OF THE Reaction Point REACTION ARM WHEN THE TOOL IS IN USE OR SERIOUS INJURY COULD RESULT Q Clockwise Operation Counter Clockwise Operation Figure 2 4 1 Reaction Point New World Technologies Inc Page 7 V2011 09 01 B RAD USER MANUAL 2 5 Setting Torque Your B RAD tool comes fully calibrated with a quick reference torque chart label on the barrel of the tool Figure 2 5 1 Simply rotate the Quick Grip Torque Figure 2 5 2 to the desired torque setting reference number which can be seen on the torque chart Once this is done select forward or reverse and you are ready to torque when you depress the trigger When the tool reaches the desired torque the clutch mechanism will slip When this happens release the trigger immediately Damage will result to the tool if the clutch is allowed to slip for extended periods of time New World Technologies Inc V2011 09 01 1 Select the torque range based on the amount of Ft lbs or Nm required as seen on the torque chart label Figure 2 5 1 2 Place the dial at the correct torque setting The torque is now set Figure 2 5 2 Figure 2 5 1 Chart Figure 2 5 2 Torgue Settings 3 The B RAD High 2 and Low 1 switch must be set to High 2 setting The tool has been calibrated to this setting The number 2 is visible when in this setti
8. plenty of water If battery fluid leaks and comes into contact with your eyes wash them with clean water and seek medical treatment immediately Lithium Ion Battery Chargers are to be used exclusively for charging RAD 18V Lithium Ion Battery packs with the maximum capacity of 4AH The user bears sole responsibility for any damaged caused by inappropriate use The generally recognized accident prevention regulations and the safety instructions which accompany them must be adhered to New World Technologies Inc Page 9 V2011 09 01 B RAD USER MANUAL 3 1 Battery Charger Before initial use check that the voltage and frequency stated on the rating plate match the figures for your own electrical supply Before using the charger for the first time check that the ventilation slits are clear Minimum clearance from other objects is 2 inches 3 11 Self Test Connect to electrical supply the red and green indicator lights up for approximately 1 second 3 12 Standby Mode Once the self test is completed the indicator lights are off 3 13 Battery Park Charging Insert the battery pack into the charging shaft socket push it to the back until it engages 3 2 Battery Packs Charge the battery pack before use Only once it has been charged and discharged five times charging cycles does the battery pack reach its full charging capacity You may store charged Lithium ion battery packs and recharge them after an interval of no more than
9. t the installation operation and diagnosis of this equipment This cordless power tool is designed for tightening and loosening fasteners and other similar applications The tool should only be used if the equipment is protected from exposure to explosive environments excessive or corrosive moisture dust dirt ambient temperatures vibration and impacts The operator bears sole responsibility for any damage caused by inappropriate use The generally recognized accident prevention regulations and the accompany safety instructions must be observed New World Technologies Inc Page 2 V2011 09 01 B RAD USER MANUAL 2 0 General Operating Instructions RAD TOOLS ARE SAFE AND RELIABLE NOT FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED HERE CAN RESULT IN INJURY TO YOU AND YOUR FELLOW WORKERS NEW WORLD TECHNOLOGIES INC IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY SUCH INJURY 2 1 Special Safety Information B RAD Tools have been designed with safety in mind however as with all tools you MUST observe all general workshop safety practices and specifically the following e Before using your new tool get familiar with all its accessories and how they work e ALWAYS wear safety goggles and gloves when the tool is in operation e Keep your body parts clear of the reaction arm and the contact point e NEVER exceed the maximum tool rated torque Failure to do this voids warranty e Make sure the reaction arm snap ring is securely in place to hold t
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