Global Machinery Company SG18V User's Manual
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1. CORDLESS URYWALL DEGKING SLREWGUN hl INSTRUCTION MANUAL DD a _ A GLOBAL MACHINERY COMPANY gt Warranty Introduction Environmental protection Description of symbols Specifications General safety rules Additional safety rules for drills Additional safety rules for the charging system Additional safety rules for the battery pack Discharging your battery Know your product Accessories Installing and removing the battery pack Battery charging To obtain the best life for the battery Switching on and off Forward reverse control 2 Speed gearbox Variable speed Removing the adjustment collar and nose cone assembly Fitting the magnetic bit holder Fitting the adjustment collar and nose cone assembly Adjusting the driving depth of screws Operation Hints for use Maintenance General inspection cO cO DOD OO N NIO Q AIO G GC GC ND a oa oa A Pi OIO NIN a o lt eo Warranty Power Tools Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete satisfaction with this tool occasionally due to the mass manufacturing techniques a tool may not live up to our required level of performance and you may need the assistance of our service department This product is warranted for a 2 year period for home domestic use from the date of the original purchase If found to be defective in materials or workmanship the tool or the offending faulty comp2. 2 Speed gearbox The 2 speed gearbox allows you to select a gear with the optimum speed and torque to suit the application Removing the adjustment collar and nose cone assembly WARNING Ensure that the tool is switched off and the battery To select the first gear low is removed before changing speed high torque setting turn accessories or carrying out other the tool off and wait until it stops adjustment or maintenance Push the gear selector 5 back towards the chuck so that procedures LOW is displayed Turn the locking collar 4 Note Use the first gear for clockwise viewed from the front high torque applications such as until it reaches a stop driving screws into decking Ensure that the marker opening To select the second gear high on the locking collar 4 aligns speed low torque setting turn with the marker line on the the tool off and wait until it stops adjustment collar 3 Slide the gear selector 5 away from the chuck so that HIGH is displayed Note Use the second gear for high speed applications such as driving screws into drywalls CAUTION Do not change gears when the tool is running Variable speed The variable speed feature enables you to select the best speed for a particular application The farther you squeeze the trigger the faster the tool will operate Use lower speeds when starting the driving process or when removing screws or other fasteners as it delivers hig
3. amp Last name address pick up address contact phone numbers email address Product details Product number date of purchase retailer bought from State amp postcode receipt number reason for the request copy of official purchase receipt Attach your purchase receipt and save with this Manual for future reference Please refer to our website www gmcompany com for full GMC warranty Terms and Conditions
4. to re engage the thread Operation Install the bit tip in the bit holder Adjust the driving depth with the adjustment collar 3 Check that the tool is set for forward or reverse rotation as desired When driving place the screw on the bit operate the trigger switch and apply pressure to the tool Drive the screw until the nose cone contacts the work surface at which time the clutch will disengage and the driving action will stop When removing screws and other fasteners make sure that the adjustment collar 3 is all the way towards the nose piece and that the forward reverse switch 6 is positioned on the left hand side of the tool as viewed from the rear Hints for use When driving screws close to the ends of hardwoood or treated timber boards it may be necessary to pre drill pilot holes to prevent spitting Use the proper screws for the task on hand Drywall screws are not suitable for decking applications Make sure that screws are long enough to ensure a secure fastening Use the low speed gear when driving into decking and the like and the high speed gear when driving into drywalls Once the screw has started to drive into the material do not stop until it is fully seated Keep full pressure of the bit on the screw head to prevent slippage and possible damage to the screw head or bit Before driving deck screws check that there is not gap between the board and the support Do not
5. will discharge Only charge the battery with the charger system supplied This battery pack contains nickel cadmium batteries Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and or disposal options of a damaged or worn out battery pack Do not leave a battery pack on charge for more than 8 hours It will damage the battery cells Discharging your battery Discharge your battery pack by operating your screwgun then remove the battery pack and cover the battery pack terminals with heavy duty adhesive tape to prevent a short circuit and energy discharge Do not attempt to open or remove any of the components of the battery pack Know your product 1 Bit holder nose cone 2 Rubber coated handle 3 Depth adjustment collar 4 Locking collar 5 Gear selector 6 Forward reverse switch 3 4 5 7 Variable speed trigger switch 8 Battery pack 9 Battery pack release button 10 Charger 11 Bit holder Accessories The SG18V is supplied with 2x 18V Battery packs Bit holder with nose cone We recommend that you purchase you accessories in the store from where you obtained the tool Use good quality accessories and the brand recommended by the vendor Sales staff will help and offer advice Installing and removing the battery pack Always switch off the tool before inserting or removing a battery pack To remove the battery pack 8 press the release buttons 9 on
6. a dust mask if the drilling operation creates dust The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose Any use other than those mentioned in this Manual will be considered a case of misuse The user and not the manufacturer shall be liable for any damage or injury resulting from such cases of misuse To use this tool properly you must observe the safety regulations the assembly instructions and the operating instructions to be found in this Manual All persons who use and service the machine have to be acquainted with this Manual and must be informed about its potential hazards Children and frail people must not use this tool Children should be supervised at all times if they are in the area in which the tool is being used It is also imperative that you observe the accident prevention regulations in force in your area The same applies for general rules of occupational health and safety The manufacturer shall not be liable for any changes made to the tool nor for any damage resulting from such changes Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not possible to eliminate all residual risk factors The following hazards may arise in connection with the tool s construction and design Damage to the lungs if an effective dust mask is not worn Damage to hearing if effective ear defenders are not worn Additional safety rules for the charging system Before using the charging system read all the instructions and
7. and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation Battery tool use and care a Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting battery pack Inserting the battery pack into power tools that have the switch on invites accidents b Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire D on O d When battery pack is not in use keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips coins keys nails screws or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire Under abusive conditions liquid may be ejected from the battery avoid contact If contact accidentally occurs flush with water If liquid contacts eyes additionally seek medical help Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns 6 Service a Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the po
8. cautionary markings on the adaptor charger charging stand and battery pack as well as the instructions on using the battery pack Only charge your batteries indoors as the charging system is designed for indoor use only DANGER If the battery pack is cracked or damaged in any other way do not insert it in the charging slide There is a danger of electric shock or electrocution WARNING Do not allow any liquid to come into contact with the charging system There is a danger of electric shock Allow the battery pack to cool down after charging Do not place it in a hot environment such as a metal shed or open trailer left in the sun The charging system is not intended for any use other than charging the exact type of rechargeable battery pack as supplied with the charging system Any other use may result in the risk of fire electric shock or electrocution The charging system and battery packs supplied with it are specifically designed to work together Do not attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charging system than the one supplied Do not place any object on top of the charging slide as it could cause overheating Do not place the charging system near any heat source Pull on the plug to disconnect it from the power source Make sure that the charging system cable is positioned where it will not be stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress Do not use an extension cord unless it is ab
9. each side of the battery pack and withdraw the pack from the tool To insert the pack align the tongue on the pack with the groove in the housing and push it into the tool Make sure that it clicks into its final position so that it is safely locked in place Battery charging The battery pack for this tool has been shipped in a low charge condition You should charge the battery pack fully before use WARNING Do not use an extension cord WARNING Do not throw used batteries into a fire or water it could cause an explosion Please hand in non working or used batteries or tools with built in batteries to the environmentally safe disposal unit at a municipal waste disposal centre Before inserting into or removing the battery pack 8 from the charger 10 always ensure that the plug is not in the mains socket Slide the battery on to the charger with the rails of the battery pack e aligned with the rails of the charger d Slide the battery down until it clicks into position The red light on the charger should begin to glow continuously indicating that the battery pack is receiving a Fast Charge After approximately one hour the Fast Charge indicator light red should go out and the green light should be lit indicating that the battery pack is fully charged Note It is necessary to depress both battery pack release buttons 9 in order to remove the battery pack from
10. the charger Depending on room temperature line voltage and existing charge level the initial battery charging may take longer than one hour Disconnect the charger from the power source when it is not in use To obtain the best life for the battery Never allow the drill to come to a complete standstill before recharging The battery should be placed on charge whenever the battery is noticeably running down or the drill no longer performs a task it previously performed Avoid conducting short charges Make sure that the battery is fully charged every time by allowing the charger to complete its full charging cycle Avoid allowing lose items like screws or nails etc to be stored with battery packs as these or similar items can short battery packs and cause a fire or explosion Always unplug the charger when not in use and store in a dry secure place Avoid charging or storing your battery in temperatures below 0 C and above 40 C WARNING Never leave a battery on charge once it starts to warm up Never leave the battery pack on charge for more than 3 hours after the green LED lights If you wish to charge a second battery pack pull out the plug from the mains supply and keep it disconnected for at least 15 minutes before attempting to charge the second battery WARNING Never store the battery out of the tool as the contacts are exposed and could be shorted by a metal object and cause a fire or explosion CAUTION Neve
11. drive through knots in the wood unless absolutely necessary If there is no choice pre drill a pilot hole to the same diameter as that of the screw shank Maintenance WARNING Ensure that the tool is switched off and the battery is removed before changing accessories or carrying out other adjustment or maintenance procedures Keep the tools air vents unclogged and clean at all times Regularly check to see if any dust or foreign matter has entered the grills near the motor and around the trigger switch Use a soft brush to remove any accumulated dust Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes whilst cleaning Re lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals If the body of the tool needs cleaning wipe it with a soft damp cloth A mild detergent can be used but nothing like alcohol petrol or other cleaning agent Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts CAUTION Water must never come into contact with the tool General inspection Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight They may vibrate loose over time 15 GMC customer assist For prompt service we suggest you log your service request online at www gmcservice com au Should you not have access to the Internet please contact our service department on 1300 880 001 Australia or 0800 445 721 New Zealand Tam 7pm 7days a week AEST You will need the following details at hand to log your service request Personal details First
12. ensure these are connected and properly used Use of these devices can reduce dust related hazards Power tool use and care Do not force the power tool Use the correct power tool for your application The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired O D A o c Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing power tools Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally d Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users Maintain power tools Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation If damaged have the power tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools f Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control g Use the power tool accessories and tool bits etc in accordance with these instructions
13. g a power tool outdoors use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord Suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock 3 Personal safety a Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury b Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Safety equipment such as dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries Avoid accidental starting Ensure the switch is in the off position before plugging in Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities
14. her torque and helps overcome initial resistance Note Do not continuously operate the drill at different speeds It may damage the switch Pull out the adjustment collar 3 and nose cone 1 11 Fitting the magnetic bit holder Hex head screws hex bits and magnetic bit holders such as that supplied as accessories can be fitted into the clutch of the tool When fitting a hex head screw adjust the driving depth so that the distance between the underside of the screw head and the outer rim of the nose piece is 1 1 5mm to suit the required degree of tightness Insert the end of the hex shaft of the bit holder 11 into the hex socket of the clutch housing of the tool Note Other accessories with a 6 35mm hex shaft can be purchased for use with this tool 12 Fitting the adjustment collar and nose cone assembly WARNING Ensure that the tool is switched off and the battery is removed before changing accessories or carrying out other adjustment or maintenance procedures Turn the locking collar 4 clockwise viewed from the front until it reaches a stop Align the marker opening on the locking collar 4 with the marker line on the adjustment collar 3 Note The slots on the clutch must line up with the ribs on the inside of the nose cone 1 The bayonet projections on the outside diameter of the adjustment collar 3 must line up with the slots in the locking collar 4 Push the adjus
15. low all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury The term power tool in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated corded power tool or battery operated cordless power tool Save these instructions 1 Work area a Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents b Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes c Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control 2 Electrical safety a Power tool plugs must match the outlet Never modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed grounded power tools Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock b Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded c Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock d Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord for carrying pulling or unplugging the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock e When operatin
16. onent will be repaired or replaced free of charge with another of the same item Asmall freight charge may apply Proof of purchase is essential We reserve the right to reject any claim where the purchase cannot be verified This warranty does not include damage or defects to the tool caused by or resulting from abuse accidents alterations or commercial or business use It also does not cover any bonus items or included accessories Only the powertool is covered under this warranty With continuing product development changes may have occurred which render the product received slightly different to that shown in this instruction manual Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place Conditions apply to the above warranty For full details of the warranty terms and conditions please refer to our website www gmcompany com For prompt service we suggest you log your service request online www gmcservice com au should you not have access to the internet please contact our service department on 1300 880 001 Australia or 0800 445 721 New Zealand Introduction Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate and with proper care it will give you many years of dependable service CAUTION Carefully read through this entire Instruction Man
17. r use the tool while charging is in progress To obtain the best life for the battery do not let the tool come to a complete standstill before recharging Do not conduct short charges Make sure that the battery is fully charged each time Switching on and off Attach the battery pack 8 To switch on squeeze the trigger switch 7 This trigger switch is an electronic variable speed control which enables the user to vary the speed continuously The speed varies according to how far the trigger switch is depressed the further it is depressed the faster the motor will rotate and the lighter it is depressed the slower it will rotate The switch also acts as a brake as the motor will stop as soon as the trigger switch is fully released CAUTION Always maintain tight control of the tool when switching on and off and remember that the motor will continue to turn for a short while after switching off Forward reverse control The forward reverse control 6 allows you to change the direction of the tool It must not be used while the variable speed trigger is depressed To select forward rotation depress the control 6 toward the left side of the tool To select reverse depress the control 6 toward the right side of the tool Driving uses the forward mode The reverse mode is intended for the removal of screws and other fasteners The centre position of the control 6 locks the tool in the off position
18. re is below 4 C or above 40 C This is important Failure to observe this safety rule could cause serious damage to the battery pack Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is seriously damaged or can no longer hold a charge The battery pack can explode in a fire A small leakage of liquid from the battery pack may occur under extreme usage or temperature conditions This does not necessarily indicate a failure of the battery pack However if the outer seal is broken and this leakage comes into contact with your skin Wash the affected area quickly with soap and water Neutralise the liquid with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar If the leakage gets in your eyes Flush your eyes with clean water for a minimum of 10 minutes and seek immediate medical attention Inform the medical staff that the liquid is a 2535 solution of potassium hydroxide Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason If the plastic housing of the battery pack breaks open or cracks immediately discontinue its use and do not recharge it Do not store or carry a spare battery pack in a pocket or toolbox or any other place where it may come into contact with metal objects The battery pack may be short circuited causing damage to the battery pack burns or a fire If storing the battery pack cover the terminals with a heavy insulation tape to ensure short circuit cannot occur Batteries when stored for a long period of time
19. solutely necessary The use of an improper extension cord could cause the risk of fire electric shock or electrocution Do not use the charging system if it has been subjected to a heavy knock dropped or otherwise damaged in any way Take the charging system to an authorised service centre for a check or repair Do not disassemble the charging system Take it to an authorised service centre when service or repair is required Incorrect re assembly may result in the risk of fire electric shock or electrocution To reduce the risk of an electric shock unplug the adaptor charger from the power supply before attempting to clean it Removing the battery alone does not reduce the risk Never attempt to connect two charging systems together Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locations where the temperature may reach or exceed 40 C such as alongside sheds or metal structures in the summer The charger is designed for use from a standard household electrical supply 230 volts Do not attempt to connect the adaptor charger to a supply with a different voltage Additional safety rules for the battery pack The battery pack for this tool has been shipped in a low charge condition You should charge the battery pack fully before use To ensure the longest battery life and best battery performance always charge the battery when the air temperature is between 18 24 C Do not charge the battery pack when the temperatu
20. tment collar and nose cone assembly into the locking collar Turn the locking collar 4 anti clockwise as viewed from the front until there is a click The adjustment collar 3 is then locked in position To release turn it clockwise again Adjusting the driving depth of screws The depth to which a screw Is driven into the wall or other surface can be accurately set to suit the type of screw and the material being fastened It s possible to drive screws so that they are raised flush or countersunk into the material The driving depth is adjusted with the adjustment collar 3 Turn the adjustment collar 3 to approximately the correct setting Take care not to over tighten the adjustment collar so that the graduated markings on the nose cone are completely covered Drive a test screw into a piece of scrap material To increase the depth of the head of the screw below the surface of the material turn the adjustment collar 3 clockwise so that the end of the bit extends further from the end of the nose cone To decrease the depth of the screw turn the adjustment collar 3 anti clockwise so that the end of the bit is closer to the end of the nose cone WARNING Do not over tighten the adjustment collar keep within the graduated markings on the nose cone as it can cause the nose cone to jam If the adjustment collar 3 is overtightened and jams pull on the nose cone 1 and turn the collar 3
21. ual before using your new GMC Power Tool Take special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings Your GMC power tool has many features that will make your job faster and easier Safety performance and dependability have been given top priority in the development of this tool making it easy to maintain and operate Environmental protection Recycle unwanted materials instead Q of disposing of them as waste All tools hoses and packaging should be sorted taken to the local recycling centre and disposed of in an environmentally safe way Description of symbols The rating plate on your tool may show symbols These represent important information about the product or instructions on its use Wear hearing protection Wear eye protection Wear breathing protection oO Double insulated for additional protection Conforms to relevant standards for electromagnetic compatibility N380 For safe operation read instruction manual Specifications Battery charger Charger output Battery pack Battery pack capacity Charge time Gearbox No load speed Maximum torque Bit holder Weight with 1 battery Sound pressure Sound power Level of vibration 230 240V 50 Hz 62W 18Vdc 2 2A 18V 1500mAh 1 hour approx 2 speed 0 900 0 2800min approx 20Nm 6 35mm 1 4 hex 2 25kg 67dB A 76dB A 0 42m s General safety rules WARNING Read all instructions Failure to fol
22. wer tool is maintained Additional safety rules for drills Wear ear protectors with impact drills Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss Use auxiliary handles supplied with the tool Loss of control can cause personal injury If possible always use clamps or a vice to hold your work Always switch off before you put the drill down Ensure that the lighting is adequate Do nol put pressure on the drill such that it slows the motor down Allow the drill bit to cut without pressure You will get better results and you will be taking better care of your tool Keep the area free of tripping hazards Do not let anyone under 18 years operate this tool Only use accessory bits in good condition Before drilling check that there is sufficient clearance for the drill bit under the workpiece Do not touch the bit after operation It will be very hot Keep your hands away from under the workpiece Never use your hands to remove sawdust chips or waste close by the bit D Rags cloths cord string and the like should never be left around the work area Support the work properly lf you are interrupted when operating the drill complete the process and switch off before looking up Periodically check that all nuts bolts and other fixings are properly tightened When using the drill use safety equipment including safety glasses or shield ear defenders and protective clothing including safety gloves Wear
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