Black & Decker DP240 User Manual

General Safety Rules

WARNING! Read all instructions. Failure to follow 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 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.

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 tool 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.

c) 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.

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 jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing

and gloves away from moving parts.

Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be

caught in moving parts. Air vents often cover moving parts and should also be avoided.

g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection

facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used.

Use of these devices 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.

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 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.

5) 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.

c) Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs.

Use of any other

battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.

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.

e) 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.

Specific Safety Rules

• READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Read and follow all instructions that are on the product or provided with the product.

• Do not use an extension cord.

• This power unit is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position.

• Do not charge (plug in this product) to an outlet that is located outdoors.

• 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.

• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the work piece to a

stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.

• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS- This manual contains important safety and operating

instructions for power units.

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.

WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disburse dust, which may cause

serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHAapproved

respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body.

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INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS DE SERVICIO Y PÓLIZADE GARANTÍA. ADVERTENCIA: LÉASE ESTE INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO.

KEY INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW:

TO CHARGE: Charge18 hours before first use.

TO OPERATE: Rotate the collar to the position marked

The button must be in the forward/reverse position and depressed to operate tool in either direction. When the button is in the center, it is in a safety position and will not operate.

TO INSTALL A BIT : Insert bit firmly into the cavity in the spindle until it snaps into place. If the bit does not fit into the spindle, rotate the bit and re-insert it.

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Catalog Number

DP240, DP240S

BEFORE RETURNING THIS PRODUCT

FOR ANY REASON PLEASE CALL

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Functional Description

1. Spindle

2. Collar

3. Forward/Reverse Switch

SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS

It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information.

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result

in death or serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could

result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result

in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

The label on your tool may include the following symbols.

V................volts A ............amperes

Hz..............hertz W............watts

min ............minutes alternating current

..........direct current no ..........no load speed

............

Class II Construction

..........

earthing terminal

..............safety alert symbol .../min ........revolutions or

reciprocations per minute

SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS: CHARGING

1. This manual contains important safety and operating instructions.

2. Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary warnings on battery charger and product using battery.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury, use charger only with this product. Batteries in

other products may burst causing personal injury or damage.

3. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.

4. Use of an attachment not recommended may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

5. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger.

6. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

7. DO NOT incinerate the tool or batteries even if they are severely damaged or completely worn out. The batteries can explode in a fire.

8. A small leakage of liquid from the battery cells may occur under extreme usage, charging or temperature conditions. This does not indicate a failure. However, if the outer seal is broken and this leakage gets on your skin:

a. Wash quickly with soap and water. b. Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar. c. If the battery liquid gets in your eyes, flush them with clean water for a minimum of 10

minutes and seek immediate medical attention. MEDICAL NOTE: The liquid is a 25-35% solution of potassium hydroxide.

Important Charging Notes

1. After normal usage, your tool should be fully charged in 18 hours. Your tool was sent from the factory in an uncharged condition. Before attempting to use it, it must be charged for at least 18 hours.

2. DO NOT charge the batteries in an air temperature below 40°F (4,5 °C) or above 105°F (+40,5 °C). This is important and will prevent serious damage to the batteries. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if batteries are charged when air temperature is about 75°F.

3. While charging, the charger may hum and become warm to touch. This is a normal condition and does not indicate a problem.

4. If the batteries do not charge properly: (1) Check current at receptacle by plugging in a lamp or other appliance. (2) Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light switch which turns power off when

you turn out the lights. (3) Move charger and tool to a surrounding air temperature of above 40 degree F

(4,5°C) or below 105 degree F (+40,5°C). (4) If the receptacle and temperature are okay, and you do not get proper charging,

refer to your warranty.

5. The tool should be recharged when it fails to produce sufficient power on jobs which were easily done previously. DO NOT CONTINUE using product with its batteries in a depleted condition.

6. The batteries will reach optimum performance after being recharged 5 times during normal usage. There is no need to run the batteries down completely before recharging.

Charging the Screwdriver

Before attempting to charge your screwdriver, thoroughly read all of the safety instructions. To charge your screwdriver:

1. Press down on the orange button (DP240) / silver button (DP240S) as shown in figure B and lift the prongs so that they are standing straight out.

2. Insert the prongs into any standard 120 volt electrical outlet as shown in figure C.

Charging Notes

NOTE: The tool was sent from the factory in an uncharged condition. Before attempting to

use it, it must be charged for 18 hours.

1. Charging is best at normal room temperature.

2. The plug and the tool may become warm while charging. This is normal and does not indicate a problem.

3. The tool can be left on charge as long as you desire. It will not waste electricity once it is fully charged. Aminimum charge time of 18 hours is required to recharge a completely discharged tool.

4. For most fix up jobs a charge of 6 hours will be adequate.

Operating Instructions

Removing and Installing bits

Insert power hex bit or bit tip with bit tip holder into the cavity in the spindle until it snaps into place. To remove the bit pull it straight out. If bit does not fit into spindle, rotate the bit and re-insert it. Do not insert a bit tip without a bit tip holder.

Operating In Power Mode

NOTE: Rotate the prongs back to the closed position before operating screwdriver. IMPORTANT: The unit will not operate if the prongs are unfolded. The prongs must be flush with the housing in order to operate. Forward

• Rotate the collar shown in figure A to the position marked

• Slide the button shown in figure D to the right, exposing the arrow pointing forward.

• Press the button and the tool will run; release the button and the tool will stop.

Reverse

• Rotate the collar shown in figure A to the position marked

• Slide the button shown in figure E to the left, exposing the arrow pointing backward.

• Press the button and the tool will run; release the button and the tool will stop.

Operating In Manual Mode

• Rotate the collar as shown in figure F to the position marked

• Use the tool as any conventional non-powered screwdriver. With the collar in this position, the forward/reverse button will not be active.

Maintenance

Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid. IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment (other than those listed in this manual) should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service organizations, always using identical replacement parts.

Lubrication

Black & Decker tools are properly lubricated at the factory and are ready for use.

Accessories

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call:

1-800-544-6986

WARNING: The use of any accessory or attachment not recommended may be

hazardous.

The RBRC™ Seal

The RBRC™ (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation) Seal on the nickelmetal hydride battery (or battery pack) indicates that the costs to recycle the battery (or battery pack) at the end of its useful life have already been paid by Black & Decker. In some areas, it is illegal to place spent nickel-metal hydride batteries in the trash or municipal solid waste stream and the RBRC program provides an environmentally conscious alternative. RBRC in cooperation with Black & Decker and other battery users, has established programs in the United States and Canada to facilitate the collection of spent nickel-metal hydride batteries. Help protect our environment and conserve natural resources by returning the spent nickel-metal hydride battery to an authorized Black & Decker service center or to your local retailer for recycling. Do not disassemble unit. You may also contact your local recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent battery, or call

1-800-8-BATTERY.

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

• Unit will not start. • Battery not charged. • Check battery charging requirements.

• Battery will not charge. • Charger not plugged in. • Plug charger into a working outlet. Refer to “Important Charging Notes” for more details.

• Check current at receptacle by plugging in a lamp or other appliance.

• Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light switch which turns power off when you turn out the lights.

• Surrounding air • Move charger and tool to a temperature too hot or surrounding air temperature of

cold. above 40 degree F(4,5°C) or below

105 degree F (+40,5°C).

For assistance with your product, visit our website www.black&decker.com for the location of the service center nearest you or call the BLACK & DECKER help line at

1-800-544-6986.

SERVICE INFORMATION

All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable power tool service. Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts, contact the Black & Decker location nearest you. To find your local service location, refer to the yellow page directory under "Tools—Electric" or call:

1-800-544-6986 or visit www.blackanddecker.com

FULL TWO-YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in material or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways. The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should be made within the time period of the retailer’s policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days after the sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for their specific return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges. The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker owned or authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at our option. Proof of purchase may be required.Black & Decker owned and authorized Service Centers are listed under "Tools-Electric" in the yellow pages of the phone directory. This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province. Should you have any questions, contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center. This product is not intended for commercial use. FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are missing, call 1-800-544-6986 for a free replacement.

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