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12V LITHIUM CORDLESS DRILL
Model
68126
SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Tools required for
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SAVE THIS MANUAL
Keep this manual for the safety warnings
and precautions, assembly, operating,
inspection, maintenance and cleaning
procedures. Write the product’s serial number
in the back of the manual near the assembly
diagram (or month and year of purchase if
product has no number). Keep this manual
and the receipt in a safe and dry place for
future reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
In this manual, on the labeling, and
all other information provided with
this product:
This is the safety alert
symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that follow
this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
DANGER indicates a
hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a
hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION, used with
the safety alert
symbol, indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE is used to
address practices not
related to personal injury.
CAUTION, without the
safety alert symbol, is
used to address practices not
related to personal injury.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
WARNING Read all safety warnings
and instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock, re and/or serious
injury.
Save all warnings and instructions
for future reference.
The term ″power tool″ in the warnings
refers to your mains-operated (corded)
power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
Work area safety1.
Keep work area clean and well lit. a.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in b.
explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of ammable liquids,
gases or dust. Power tools create
sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
Keep children and bystanders c.
away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
Electrical safety2.
Do not expose power tools to rain
or wet conditions. Water entering
a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
Personal safety3.
Stay alert, watch what you are a.
doing and use common sense when
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operating a power tool. Do not use
a power tool while you are tired or
under the inuence of drugs, alcohol
or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result
in serious personal injury.
Use personal protective equipment. b.
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.
Prevent unintentional starting. c.
Ensure the trigger is in the offposition before connecting to power
source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying
power tools with your nger on the
switch or energizing power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench d.
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 e.
footing and balance at all times. This
enables better control of the power tool
in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose f.
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.
If devices are provided for the g.
connection of dust extraction and
collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of
these devices can reduce dust-related
hazards.
Only use safety equipment that has h.
been approved by an appropriate
standards agency. Unapproved
safety equipment may not provide
adequate protection. Eye protection
must be ANSI-approved and breathing
protection must be NIOSH-approved for
the specic hazards in the work area.
Power tool use and care4.
Do not force the power tool. Use a.
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 b.
switch does not turn it on and off.
Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power c.
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.
Store idle power tools out of the d.
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 e.
misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged,
have the power tool repaired before
use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.f.
Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.
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Use the power tool, accessories g.
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.
Battery tool use and care5.
Recharge only with the charger a.
specied by the manufacturer. A
charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of re
when used with another battery pack.
Use power tools only with b.
specically designated battery
packs. Use of any other battery packs
may create a risk of injury and re.
When battery pack is not in use, keep c.
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 re.
Under abusive conditions, liquid d.
may be ejected from the battery;
avoid contact. If contact accidentally
occurs, ush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek
medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
Service6.
Have your power tool serviced by a a.
qualied repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool
is maintained.
Drill and Impact Drill Safety
Warnings
Hold power tools by insulated 1.
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.
Let bit cool before touching, changing 2.
or adjusting it. Bits heat up dramatically
while in use, and can burn you.
If the drill bit jams, release the trigger 3.
immediately; drill torque can cause injury
or break bit.
Maintain labels and nameplates on 4.
the tool. These carry important safety
information. If unreadable or missing,
contact Harbor Freight Tools for a
replacement.
Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare to 5.
begin work before turning on the tool.
Do not lay the tool down until it has come 6.
to a complete stop. Moving parts can
grab the surface and pull the tool out of
your control.
When using a handheld power tool, 7.
maintain a rm grip on the tool with both
hands to resist starting torque.
Do not leave the tool unattended when 8.
it is plugged into an electrical outlet.
Turn off the tool, and unplug it from its
electrical outlet before leaving.
9. The battery charger gets hot
during use. The charger’s
heat can build up to unsafe
levels and create a re hazard
if it does not receive adequate
ventilation, due to an electrical fault, or if
it is used in a hot environment.
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Do not place the charger on a ammable
surface. Do not obstruct any vents on
the charger. Especially avoid placing
the charger on carpets and rugs; they
are not only ammable, but they also
obstruct vents under the charger.
Place the charger on a stable, solid,
nonammable surface (such as a stable
metal workbench or concrete oor) at
least 1 foot away from all ammable
objects, such as drapes or walls. Keep a
re extinguisher and a smoke detector in
the area. Frequently monitor the charger
and battery while charging.
This product is not a toy. Keep it out of 10.
reach of children.
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 lter out
microscopic particles. (California Health
& Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
WARNING: Handling the cord on this 13.
product will expose you to lead, a
chemical known to the State of California
to cause cancer, and birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling. (California Health &
Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
People with pacemakers should 11.
consult their physician(s) before use.
Electromagnetic elds in close proximity
to heart pacemaker could cause
pacemaker interference or pacemaker
failure. In addition, people with
pacemakers should:
• Avoid operating alone.
• Do not use with trigger locked on.
• Properly maintain and inspect to avoid
electrical shock.
• Any power cord must be properly
grounded. Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI) should also be
implemented – it prevents sustained
electrical shock.
WARNING: Some dust created by power 12.
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and
other construction activities, contains
chemicals known [to the State of
California] 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 or other masonry products
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically
treated lumber
The warnings, precautions, and 14.
instructions discussed in this instruction
manual cannot cover all possible
conditions and situations that may occur.
It must be understood by the operator
that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this
product, but must be supplied by the
operator.
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Lithium Battery Safety Warnings
LITHIUM BATTERIES STORE A
LARGE AMOUNT OF ENERGY AND
WILL VENT FIRE OR EXPLODE IF
MISTREATED:
blood circulation to the hand, past hand
injuries, nervous system disorders,
diabetes, or Raynaud’s Disease
should not use this tool. If you feel any
symptoms related to vibration (such as
tingling, numbness, and white or blue
ngers), seek medical advice as soon as
possible.
Do not smoke during use. Nicotine 2.
reduces the blood supply to the hands
and ngers, increasing the risk of
vibration-related injury.
Keep Battery Pack dry.1.
DO NOT DO ANY OF THE 2.
FOLLOWING TO THE BATTERY PACK:
Open,a.
Drop,b.
Short-circuit,c.
Incinerate, ord.
Expose to temperatures greater than e.
140°F.
Charge Battery Pack only according to 3.
the instructions indicated in the charger
manual.
Inspect Battery Pack before every use; 4.
do not use or charge if damaged.
Vibration Safety
This tool vibrates during use. Repeated
or long-term exposure to vibration may
cause temporary or permanent physical
injury, particularly to the hands, arms
and shoulders. To reduce the risk of
vibration-related injury:
Wear suitable gloves to reduce the 3.
vibration effects on the user.
Use tools with the lowest vibration when 4.
there is a choice.
Include vibration-free periods each day 5.
of work.
Grip tool as lightly as possible (while still 6.
keeping safe control of it). Let the tool
do the work.
To reduce vibration, maintain the tool 7.
as explained in this manual. If any
abnormal vibration occurs, stop use
immediately.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
Anyone using vibrating tools regularly 1.
or for an extended period should rst
be examined by a doctor and then have
regular medical check-ups to ensure
medical problems are not being caused
or worsened from use. Pregnant
women or people who have impaired
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GROUNDING
TO PREVENT
ELECTRIC SHOCK
AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT
GROUNDING WIRE
CONNECTION:
Check with a qualied electrician
if you are in doubt as to whether
the outlet is properly grounded.
Do not modify the power cord
plug provided with the tool.
Never remove the grounding
prong from the plug. Do not use
the tool if the power cord or plug
is damaged. If damaged, have it
repaired by a service facility
before use. If the plug will not t
the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualied
electrician.
Double Insulated Tools: Tools with
Two Prong Plugs
Double insulated tools may be used in 2.
either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the
preceding illustration. (See Outlets for
2-Prong Plug.)
Extension Cords
Note: Extension cords must not be used with
this item’s charger.
Symbology
Double Insulated
Canadian Standards Association
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
V~
A
n0 xxxx/min.
Volts Alternating Current
Amperes
No Load Revolutions per Minute
(RPM)
Outlets for 2-Prong Plug
Tools marked “Double Insulated” do not 1.
require grounding. They have a special
double insulation system which satises
OSHA requirements and complies with
the applicable standards of Underwriters
Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian
Standard Association, and the National
Electrical Code.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Controls
Charger Input 120V~ / 60Hz
Motor Speed
Battery
Chuck Capacity 3/8" (10mm)
0-350 RPM (1st gear)
0-1300 RPM (2nd gear)
12V, 1300mAh Lithium-Ion
(ITEM 68059)
UNPACKING
When unpacking, make sure that the
item is intact and undamaged. If any parts
are missing or broken, please call Harbor
Freight Tools at 1-800-444-3353 as soon as
possible.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PUTTING
INTO USE
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INFORMATION
section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under
subheadings therein before set up
or use of this product.
Functions
TRIGGER:1.
This is a variable speed tool.
Squeeze the Trigger more to increase
speed, less to reduce speed.
The light will illuminate when the trigger
is pressed.
DIRECTION SETTING:2.
: (towards front of drill)
Press switch from the right side
of the drill to make the drill turn
clockwise, usually for tightening or
driving screws.
: (away from front of drill)
Press switch from the left side
of the drill to make the drill turn
counterclockwise, usually for
loosening or removing screws.
CLUTCH COLLAR:3.
1 - 11: These settings control the amount
of torque at the bit to prevent
stripping bolts and screws or
splitting wood.
Settings range from 1 - lowest
torque - to 11 - highest torque.
Chuck
Collar
Clutch
Collar
Light
Trigger
Battery
Pack
Gear Switch
Direction
Switch
: This setting prevents the clutch
from slipping. It is used when
drilling holes.
GEAR SWITCH:4.
1: low gear, higher torque
2: high gear, faster speed
CAUTION To prevent drill damage,
do not adjust any setting halfway
between options.
Example:
Do not use the Drill with the Clutch
collar set between settings 11 and .
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Battery Pack
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INFORMATION
section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under
subheadings therein before set up
or use of this product.
Charging the Battery Pack
The Battery Pack (ITEM 68059) needs to
be charged before rst use. Recharge
the Battery after every use.
Remove the Battery Pack by pressing on 1.
the striped side tabs and sliding it out.
Then set the Pack and Charger on a dry
reproof surface in a room where the
temperature ranges from 50-104° F.
NOTE: Allow a recently used Battery Pack
to cool completely before charging.
Also make sure the Battery Pack is
undamaged; do not charge a cracked or
leaking pack.
Insert Charger’s plug into a grounded, 2.
120V~ outlet. Then slide Battery Pack
into Charger’s battery port, making sure
Battery Pack’s tabs snap into place and
Battery Pack is secure before charging.
Green
Light
Red Light
Charger
3. The green light will activate once
Charger is plugged in. The green light
will continue to light and the red light will
ash during charging.
NOTE: Normal charging time after use is
about 1 hour.
When Battery Pack is fully charged, both 4.
red and green lights will stay lit.
NOTE: If both the green and red lights of the
charger are blinking simultaneously, the
charger or the battery is defective.
NOTE: Batteries will not reach full charge the
rst time they are charged. Allow for
several cycles (drilling and recharging)
before the Tool is fully charged.
Press Battery Pack’s side tabs and pull 5.
Pack from the Charger and unplug the
Charger from the wall outlet.
Note: Do not use a battery pack immediately
after charging. Allow it to cool rst. Store
the Charger and Battery Packs not in
use indoors, away from children.
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Tool Set Up
General Operating Instructions
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION:
Release the Trigger and remove
the Battery Pack before adjusting
tool or installing accessories.
BIT INSTALLATION:
CAUTION! Let bit cool before 1.
touching, changing or adjusting it.
Bits heat up dramatically while in use,
and can burn you.
Slide Direction Selector to its mid-2.
position.
While holding ring behind collar of 3.
Chuck with one hand, rotate collar
counterclockwise to open jaws.
Insert shank of drill bit or other accessory 4.
into chuck.
Change Direction, Clutch, and Gear 1.
settings as desired, see page 8.
CAUTION: To prevent damage, do
not adjust any setting while drill is in
motion.
Install bit as explained to the left.2.
Insert Battery Pack into base of tool until 3.
it clicks in place.
Place tip of bit against desired location. 4.
Verify that work surface has no
hidden utility lines before drilling or
driving screws.
Place one hand over top of housing for 5.
greater tool stability. With other hand
grip handle and squeeze Trigger to
activate motor.
Do not force bit. Excessive force will 6.
damage tip and lead to tool failure.
Drill only as deep as needed.
Turn collar clockwise to hand tighten. 5.
CAUTION! To prevent injury, do not
squeeze Trigger to release or tighten
chuck.
Work Piece and Work Area Set Up
Designate a work area that is clean and 1.
well-lit. The work area must not allow
access by children or pets to prevent
distraction and injury.
Secure loose work pieces using a vise 2.
or clamps (not included) to prevent
movement while working.
There must not be objects, such as utility 3.
lines, nearby that will present a hazard
while working.
To prevent accidents: After use, turn off 7.
the tool and remove the Battery Pack
by pressing on the striped side tabs and
sliding it out. Clean, then store the tool
indoors out of children’s reach.
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MAINTENANCE AND
SERVICING
Cleaning, Maintenance, and
Lubrication
Procedures not specically
explained in this manual must
be performed only by a qualied
technician.
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION:
Release the Trigger and remove
the Battery Pack before
performing any inspection,
maintenance, or cleaning
procedures.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY
FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment.
If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, have the problem
corrected before further use.
BEFORE EACH USE,1. inspect the
general condition of the tool. Check for
loose hardware, misalignment or binding
of moving parts, cracked or broken parts,
damaged electrical wiring, and any
other condition that may affect its safe
operation.
AFTER USE,2. wipe external surfaces of
the tool with clean cloth.
Dispose of Battery Pack properly. Do 3.
not short, incinerate or open Battery
Pack. Keep Charger and Battery Pack
dry.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions
Tool will not start. Battery not installed or properly 1.
Performance
decreases over time.
Excessive noise or
rattling.
Overheating. Forcing tool to work too fast.1.
Internal damage or wear.
(Motor bearings, for example.)
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
Disconnect battery before service.
charged.
Internal damage or wear. 2.
(Wiring or Trigger, for example.)
Accessory dull or damaged. 1.
Carbon brushes worn or 2.
damaged.
Accessory misaligned. 2.
Accessory dull or damaged. 3.
Blocked motor housing vents.4.
Check that battery is properly installed and fully 1.
charged.
Have technician service tool.2.
Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as 1.
needed.
Have qualied technician replace brushes.2.
Have technician service tool.
Allow tool to work at its own rate.1.
Check and correct accessory to fence and/or 2.
table alignment.
Keep cutting accessories sharp. Replace as 3.
needed.
Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and 4.
NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator while
blowing dust out of motor using compressed air.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY
DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR
DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE
OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED
TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR
EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY
CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK
AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT
PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available
individually as replacement parts.
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PARTS LIST AND DIAGRAM
Part Description Qty.
1 Keyless Chuck 1
2 Front Cover 1
3 Screw 3
4 Screw 7
5 Gear Switch 1
6 Trigger 1
7 Direction Switch 1
8 Gear Switch Spring 2
9 Left Housing 1
10 Right Housing 1
11 Gear Box 1
Part Description Qty.
12 Rear Cover 1
13 Wire 1
14 White LED 1
15 LED Cover 1
16 Screw 3
17 Terminal Board 1
18 Screw 1
Battery Pack - ITEM 68059
19
(12V, 1300mAh Lithium-Ion)
20 Motor 1
21 Charger (not shown) 1
1
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LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every
effort to assure that its products meet
high quality and durability standards, and
warrants to the original purchaser that this
product is free from defects in materials and
workmanship for the period of 90 days from
the date of purchase. This warranty does not
apply to damage due directly or indirectly,
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents,
repairs or alterations outside our facilities,
criminal activity, improper installation, normal
wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We
shall in no event be liable for death, injuries
to persons or property, or for incidental,
contingent, special or consequential damages
arising from the use of our product. Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitation of exclusion may
not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS
EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty,
the product or part must be returned to us
with transportation charges prepaid. Proof
of purchase date and an explanation of the
complaint must accompany the merchandise.
If our inspection veries the defect, we
will either repair or replace the product at
our election or we may elect to refund the
purchase price if we cannot readily and
quickly provide you with a replacement. We
will return repaired products at our expense,
but if we determine there is no defect, or that
the defect resulted from causes not within the
scope of our warranty, then you must bear the
cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specic legal
rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009
Camarillo, CA 93011 • (800) 444-3353
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