OEM Tools 24669 Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 24669

Please read and save these instructions. Read through this owner’s manual carefully before using product. Protect yourself and
others by observing all safety information, warnings, and cautions. Failure to comply with instructions could result in personal
injury and/or damage to product or property. Please retain instructions for future reference.

3/8" DRILL

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UNPACKING

After unpacking unit, inspect carefully for any damage
that may have occurred during transit. Check for loose,
missing, or damaged parts. If any damage is observed,
a shipping damage claim must be filed with carrier. Do
not use the OEMTOOLS™ Drill if broken, bent, cracked, or
damaged parts (including labels) are noted. Any Drill that
appears damaged in any way, operates abnormally, or is
missing parts should be removed from service immediately.
If you suspect that the Drill was subjected to shock load
(a load that was dropped suddenly, unexpectedly, etc.),
immediately discontinue use until it has been checked by
a factory authorized service center.

WARNING

The following safety information is provided as a guideline to help you operate your Drill under the safest possible conditions.
Any tool or piece of equipment can be potentially dangerous to use when safety or safe handling instructions are not known or
not followed. The following safety instructions are to provide the user with the information necessary for safe use and operation.
Please read and retain these instructions for the continued safe use of your service system. Failure to follow instructions listed
below may result in serious injury. In addition, make certain that anyone who uses the equipment understands and follows
these safety instructions as well.

Explanation of Safety Signal Words

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.

NOTES: Provide clarity and helpful information.

Thank you very much for choosing an OEMTOOLS™ Product!

For future reference, please register your new tool at www.oem-tools.com and complete the owner’s record below:

Model: _______________ Purchase Date: ___________

Save the receipt, warranty and these instructions. It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with this product
before you begin using it. This product is designed for certain applications only. OEMTOOLS™ cannot be responsible for issues
arising from modification. We strongly recommend this product is not modified and/or used for any application other than that for
which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to a particular application, DO NOT use the product until you have first
contacted customer service to determine if it can or should be performed on the product.

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POWER TOOL SAFETY

WARNING: Read all safety warnings and instructions.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

WORK AREA SAFETY

Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas
invite accidents.

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.

Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. DO NOT expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of a ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI) reduces the risk of electric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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 energizing power tools that have the switch ON
invites accidents.

4. 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.

5. DO NOT overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. This enables better control of the power
tool in unexpected situations.

6. 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.

7. 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.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. Maintain power tools. Check for 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.

6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.

7. 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.

8. Hold power tools 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.

SERVICE

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.

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WARNING: Know your drill. DO NOT plug in the

drill until you have read and understand this Instruction
Manual. Learn the tool’s applications and limitations, as
well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,
fire, or serious injury.

WARNING: Always wear eye protection. Any power

tool can throw foreign objects into your eyes and cause
permanent eye damage. ALWAYS wear safety goggles
(not glasses) that comply with ANSI safety standard
Z87.1. Everyday glasses have only impact resistant
lenses. They ARE NOT safety glasses.

WARNING: Glasses or goggles not in compliance with

ANSI Z87.1 could cause serious injury when they break.

WARNING: Always use a safety shield, hearing

protection, and dust mask when drilling concrete.

1. DO NOT drill material too small to be securely held.

2. Always keep hands out of the path of the drill bit. Avoid
awkward hand positions where a sudden slip could
cause your hand to move into the path of the drill bit.

3. Secure the workpiece. Use clamps or a vice to hold the
workpiece. It is safer than using your hand and it frees
both hands to operate the tool.

4. Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the
part of the workpiece to be drilled.

5. To avoid injury from accidental starting, always remove
the plug from the power source before installing or
removing a drill bit.

6. DO NOT install or use any drill bit that exceeds 7" (17.5
cm) in length or extends more than 6"(15 cm) beyond
the chuck jaws. They can bend or break suddenly.

7. Before starting the operation, jog the drill switch to
make sure the drill bit does not wobble or vibrate.

8. DO NOT use fly cutters or multiple-part hole cutters,
because they can come apart or become unbalanced
during use.

9. Make sure the spindle has come to a complete stop
before touching the chuck or attempting to change the
drill bit.

10. Always make sure the chuck is tight and the drill bit
firmly tightened in the chuck before starting drill.

GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS

Make sure your extension cord is the proper size.
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one
heavy enough to carry the current the tool will draw.
An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in loss of power and overheating. The table at
right shows the correct size to use according to cord
length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use
the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number,
the heavier the cord.

Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in
good condition. Always replace a damaged extension
cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before
using it. Protect your extension cord from sharp objects,
excessive heat and damp or wet areas.

Use a separate electrical circuit for your power tools.
This circuit must not be less than 14 gauge wire and
should be protected with either a 15A time delay fuse
or circuit breaker. Before connecting the power tool
to the power source, make sure the switch is in the
OFF position and the power source is the same as
indicated on the nameplate. Running at lower voltage
will damage the motor.

WARNING: Repair or replace damaged or worn

extension cords immediately.

Select the appropriate extension cord gauge and length
using the chart below.

When operating a power tool outdoors, use an outdoor
extension cord marked “W-A” or “W”. These cords are rated
for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.

WARNING: Keep the extension cord clear of the

working area. Position the cord so it will not get caught
on the workpiece, tools, or any other obstructions while
you are working with the power tool.

Minimum Gauge (AWG) Extension Cords

Ampere rating Total length

More

than

0 6 18 16 16 14

6 10 18 16 14 12

10 12 16 16 14 12

12 16 14 12 Not applicable

Not

more

than

(120 V use only)

25'

(7.5 m)

50'

(15 m)

100'

(30 m)

150'

(45 m)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed
in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions
and situations that may occur. The operator must
understand that common sense and caution are factors
which cannot be built into this product, but must be
supplied by the operator.

DISPOSAL

At the end of the useful life of the OEMTOOLS™ Drill,
dispose of the components according to all state, federal,
and local regulations.

PURPOSE

The OEMTOOLS™ 3/8" Drill is built with a powerful 4.0
Amp motor to power through the toughest jobs. It is
designed with an easy access forward/reverse lever for
one-hand operation and an ergonomic, rubber mold­over grip for comfort. It is used for drilling holes, driving
screws, loosening or tightening various materials together
with fasteners and other applications.

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