Black & Decker AD600-XE Instruction Manual

AD600-XE

Australia

New Zealand

www.blackanddecker.com.au

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Intended use

Your Black & Decker drill/screwdriver has been designed for
screwdriving applications and for drilling in wood, metal and
plastics. This tool is intended for consumer use only.

Safety instructions

General power tool safety warnings

Warning! Read all safety warnings and all

instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and

instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
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.

1. Work area safety
a. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or 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 operating 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.

f. If operating a power tool in a damp location is

unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD 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 personal protective equipment. Always wear eye

protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask,

non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

c. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in

the off-position before connecting to power source
and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.

Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or
energising power tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.

d. 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.

e. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at

all times. This enables better control of the power tool in

unexpected situations.

f. 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.

g. If devices are provided for the connection of dust

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can

reduce dust-related hazards.

4. Power tool use and care
a. 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.

b. 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.

c. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the

battery pack from the power tool 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.

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e. 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, 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.

5. Battery tool use and care
a. 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.

b. Use power tools only with specifically designated

battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create

a risk of injury and fire.

c. 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.

d. 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 power tool is maintained.

b. The tool always is supplied via residual current device with

a rated residual current of 30 mA or less.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

◆ Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when

performing an operation where the cutting tool may
contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a

"live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool "live"
and shock the operator.

◆ Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as

pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an
increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.

The label on your tool may include the following symbols.

V....................volts

A....................Amperes

Hz..................Hertz

W...................Watts

min.................Minutes

.................Alternating Current

.................Direct Current

n0...................No Load Speed

..................Class II Construction

..................Earthing Terminal

..................Safety alert symbol

.../min ............revolutions or reciprocations per minute

WARNING!Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

◆ Lead from lead-based paints,

◆ crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other

masonry products, and arsenic and chromium from

chemically-treated lumber. (CCA)
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how
often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to
these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with
approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that
are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

◆ Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power

sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other

construction activities. Wear protective clothing and

wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust

to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may

promote absorption of harmful chemicals.

FEATURES (FIGURE A)

1. On / Off Switch (forward direction)

2. On / Off Switch (reverse direction)

3. Spindle lock collar

4. Bit holder sleeve

5. Battery holder

BATTERY INSTALLATION

The AD600 drill/driver uses four size AA alkaline batteries only.

To install batteries in your tool, remove the battery holder end
cap (5) by depressing the two tabs (7), as shown in Figure B.
Pull the battery holder out of the tool, as shown in Figure C
and observe the battery position instructions printed on the
battery holder. (The plus and minus ends of the batteries are
marked with + and - signs.)

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NOTE:

Some battery manufacturers mark only the plus (+) ends of
the batteries. In these cases, the unmarked end of the battery
is the (-) end. Install the batteries as indicated and reinstall the
cap.
The end cap and battery holder assembly will only fit back into
the tool one way. If it does no seem to fit properly, don't force
it. Rotate it one half way around and try it again. When it is in
all the way, ensure that the two tabs snap into place.

IMPORTANT:

Incorrectly installed bat teries will reduce the tool's
performance or prevent its operation entirely. If your batteries
are fresh and you feel the tool lacks power or doesn't run,
double check the battery holder to see if the batteries are
installed properly (+ and - signs aligned as shown.) If proper
installation and fresh batteries do not yield satisfactory
performance, take or send the tool to your local Black &
Decker Service Center for a thorough inspection.
Be careful when storing the tool so that the switch is not
inadvertently depressed by some object. This would, of
course, deplete the batteries in just a short while.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

INSERTING AN ACCESSORY (FIGURE D)

◆ Hold the unit in one hand.

◆ Pull the sleeve (4) back.

◆ Insert the shank of the accessory (6) into the holder.

◆ Release the sleeve.

MANUAL SPINDLE LOCK (FIGURE E)

The manual spindle lock allows you to use the tool as a
regular manual screwdriver. You can give an extra twist to
firmly tighten a screw or to loosen a very tight screw.

◆ To activate the spindle lock, turn the collar (3) to show the

LOCK symbol.

◆ To release the spindle lock, turn the collar (3) to show the

POWER symbol.

NOTE: Do not attempt to operate the tool when the spindle

lock is activated.

OPERATING THE TOOL (FIGURE A)

◆ Make sure that the spindle lock is released.

◆ To tighten a screw or nut, keep the on/off switch (1)

depressed.

◆ To loosen a screw or nut, keep the on/off switch (2)

depressed.

◆ To switch the tool off, release the on/off switch.

Hints for optimum use

◆ Always use the correct type of screwdriver bit or drill bit.

◆ If screws are difficult to tighten, try applying a small

amount of washing liquid or soap as a lubricant.

◆ Use the spindle lock to loosen very tight screws or to

firmly tighten screws.

◆ Always hold the tool and screwdriver bit in a straight line

with the screw.

◆ Do not use drill bits with a diameter larger than 1/4 inch.

◆ When drilling in plasterboard, use a 3/16 inch drill bit for

the supplied plugs.

◆ When screwing in wood, drill a 1/8 inch pilot hole for the

supplied screws. A pilot hole guides the screw and

prevents splintering or distortion of the wood.

Maintenance

Your Black & Decker tool has been designed to operate over a
long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool
care and regular cleaning.

Your charger does not require any maintenance apart from
regular cleaning.

Warning! Before performing any maintenance on the tool,
remove the battery from the tool. Unplug the charger before
cleaning it.

◆ Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool and

charger using a soft brush or dry cloth.

◆ Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth.

Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.

Protecting the environment

Separate collection. This product must not be

disposed of with normal household waste.

Should you find one day that your Black & Decker product
needs replacement, or if it is of no further use to you, do not
dispose of it with household waste. Make this product
available for separate collection.

Separate collection of used products and packaging

allows materials to be recycled and used again.
Re-use of recycled materials helps prevent
environmental pollution and reduces the demand for
raw materials.

Local regulations may provide for separate collection of
electrical products from the household, at municipal waste
sites or by the retailer when you purchase a new product.

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Black & Decker provides a facility for the collection and
recycling of Black & Decker products once they have reached
the end of their working life. To take advantage of this service
please return your product to any authorised repair agent who
will collect them on our behalf.

You can check the location of your nearest authorised repair
agent by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the
address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of
authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our
after-sales service and contacts are available on the Internet
at: www.2helpU.com

Batteries

Black & Decker batteries can be recharged many

times. At the end of their useful life, discard batteries
with due care for our environment:

◆ Run the battery down completely, then remove it from the

tool.

◆ NiCd, NiMH and Li-Ion batteries are recyclable. Take them

to any authorised repair agent or a local recycling station.

Technical data

AD600-XE

Voltage VDC 6
No-load speed min-1 130
Bit holder 1/4" (6.35 mm)
Weight kg 0.3

Battery

Voltage V 1.5
Battery type AA alkaline

Guarantee

Black & Decker is confident of the quality of its products and
offers an outstanding guarantee. This guarantee statement is
in addition to and in no way prejudices your statutory rights.
The guarantee is valid within the territories of the Member
States of the European Union and the European Free Trade
Area.

If a Black & Decker product becomes defective due to faulty
materials, workmanship or lack of conformity, within 24 months
from the date of purchase, Black & Decker guarantees to
replace defective parts, repair products subjected to fair wear
and tear or replace such products to ensure minimum
inconvenience to the customer unless:

◆ The product has been used for trade, professional or hire

purposes;

◆ The product has been subjected to misuse or neglect;

◆ The product has sustained damage through foreign

objects, substances or accidents;

◆ Repairs have been attempted by persons other than

authorised repair agents or Black & Decker service staff.
To claim on the guarantee, you will need to submit proof of
purchase to the seller or an authorised repair agent. You can
check the location of your nearest authorised repair agent by
contacting your local Black & Decker office at the address
indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of authorised
Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our after-sales
service and contacts are available on the Internet at:

www.2helpU.com

Please visit our website www.blackanddecker.com.au to
register your new Black & Decker product and to be kept up to
date on new products and special offers. Further information
on the Black & Decker brand and our range of products is
available at www.blackanddecker.com.au

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Australia

Black & Decker (Australia) Pty. Ltd. Tel. [phone]
20 Fletcher Road, Mooroolbark Fax [phone]
Victoria, 3138

New Zealand

Black & Decker Tel. [phone]
5 Te Apunga Place Fax [phone]
Mt Wellington
Auckland 1060

90566180