Your cordless impact wrench is intended to loosen/tighten bolts (for example : the wheel bolts
of your car). It is not designed for commercial use.
WARNING! Read this manual and general safety instructions carefully
before using the appliance, for your own safety. Your power tool should
only be passed on together with these instructions.
2 DESCRIPTION (FIG. A)
1. Anvil
2. Reverse switch
3. Handle
4. Release button
5. Battery pack
3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST
§ Remove all packing materials
§ Remove remaining packaging and transit supports (if existing)
§ Check the completeness of the packing content
§ Check the appliance, the power cord, the power plug and all accessories for transportation
damages.
§ Keep the packaging materials as far as possible till the end of the warranty period.
Dispose it into your local waste disposal system afterwards.
WARNING Packing materials are no toys! Children must not play with
plastic bags! Danger of suffocation!
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow all warnings and instructions
may result in electric shock, fire 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.
5.1 Work area
§ Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and 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.
5.2 Electrical safety
Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the
rating plate.
§ 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.
§ 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.
§ Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
§ 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.
§ 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.
§ 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.
5.3 Personal safety
§ 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.
§ Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used whenever conditions require
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, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dust related
hazards.
5.4 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.
§ 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.
§ 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 sticking 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. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to stick and are easier to control.
§ 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 intended could lead to a hazardous situation.
5.5 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.
6 OPERATION
Before attempting to use any tool familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety
requirements.
Warning: Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless.
Remember that a careless traction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe
injury.
6.1 Charging your cordless impact wrench
The battery pack for t his tool has been shipped in a low charge condition to prevent possible
problems. Therefore, you should charge it completely prior to use.
Note: Batteries will not reach full charge the first time they are charged. Allow several cycles
(Operation followed by recharging) for them to fully charge.
6.1.1 Charging
Your battery can be charged in 1 hour charge.
Be sure to read all safety instructions before using your charger. This product is not user
serviceable. There are no user serviceable parts inside the charger. Servicing at an authorized
service-centre is required to avoid damage to static sensitive internal components.
§ Read all of the instructions in the battery charger section to this manual before attempting
to charge the battery pack for your tool. Always use correct battery pack (pack supplied
with tool or replacement pack exactly like it.). Never install any other battery pack, it will
ruin your tool and may create hazardous condition.
Longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery pack is charged when the air
temperature is between 10-40°C. Do not charge the battery pack in an air temperature below
10° C or above 40° C . This is important and will prevent serious damage to the battery pack.
§ The charger and battery pack may become warm to touch while charging. This is a normal
condition, and does not indicate a problem.
§ The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to produce sufficient power on jobs
which were easily done previously. Do not continue to use under these conditions. Follow
the charging procedure. You may also charge a partially used pack whenever you desire
with no adverse affect on the battery pack.
§ Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged in to the power supply, the exposed
charging contacts inside the charger can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign materials
of a conductive nature such as, but no limited to, steel wool, aluminum foil, or any buildup
of metallic particles should be kept away from charger cavities. Always unplug the charger
from the power supply when there is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug charger before
attempting to clean.
§ Do not immerse charger in water or any other liquid.
Warning: don't allow any liquid to get inside charger. Electric shock may
result. To facilitate the cooling of the battery pack after use, avoid placing
the charger or battery pack in a warm environment such as in a metal shed,
or an uninsulated trailer.
Caution: never attempt to open trie battery pack for any reason. If the
plastic housing of the battery pack breaks or cracks, return to a servicecentre for recycling.
6.1.3 Charge process
1. Insert the battery pack (5) into the charger adapter (7).
2. Plug the charger adapter in a standard household 230 Volt AC outlet. The red light (10)
will come on to indicate the battery pack is being charged.
3. The green light (9) will come on to indicate when the battery pack is fully charged.
Normally, the charge process lasts 1 hour. Please remove the battery pack in time.
6.2 Installing /removing the battery pack
6.2.1 To install battery pack
Reverse switch (2) must be in center position.
To install the battery pack into the tool handle, align the base of the tool with the notch inside
the tool's handle and slide the battery pack firmly into the handle until you hear the lock snap
into place as shown in fig. 2.
6.2.2 To remove battery pack
Reverse switch (2) must be in center position.
Press the release buttons (4) and firmly pull the battery pack out of the tool handle.
Caution: When placing battery pack in your cordless impact wrench, be
vsure raised rib on battery pack aligns with groove in wrench's battery port
and latches snap in place properly. Improper assembly of battery pack can
cause damage to internal components.
Your wrench's battery pack is equipped with Nickel-Cadmium rechargeable batteries. Length
of service from each charging will depend on the type of work you are doing. The batteries in
this tool have been designed to provide maximum trouble-free life. However, like all batteries,
they will eventually wear out. Do not disassemble the battery pack and attempt to replace the
batteries. Handling of these batteries, especially when wearing rings and jewelry could result
in a serious burn.
To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest the following:
§ Store and charge your batteries in a cool area. Temperatures above normal room
temperature will shorten battery life.
§ Never store batteries in a discharged condition. Wait for battery to cool and charge
immediately.
§ All batteries gradually lose their charge. The higher temperature, the quicker they lose
their charge. If you store your tool for long periods of time without using recharge the
batteries every month or two This practice will prolong battery life.
Caution: Once the batteries become fully charged, we recommend that you
unplug the charger from power supply and remove from battery pack.
6.4 Switch action
Caution: Before inserting the battery pack into the tool, always check to see
that the ON/FF switch (6) actuates properly and returns to the "OFF"
position when released.
§ To start the tool, simply pull the ON/FF switch (6), speed is increased by increasing
pressure on the switch. Release the ON/FF switch (6) to stop.
6.5 Reversing switch action
Caution: Always check the direction of the rotation before operation.
§ Use the reverse switch (2) only after the tool comes to a complete stop. Changing the
direction of rotation before the tool stops may damage the tool.
§ When not operating the tool, always set the reverse switch (2) to the neutral position
§ Push the reverse switch (2) in from the right for counterclockwise rotation. When the
reverse switch (2) is in neutral position, the ON/OFF switch (6) cannot be pulled.
Caution: Do not change the direction of rotation while the tool is running,
The tool may be damaged.
7 ASSEMBLY OF ATTACHMENTS
§ Selecting correct socket.
§ Always use the correct size socket for bolts and nuts. An incorrect size socket will result in
inaccurate and inconsistent fastening torque and /or damage to the bolt or nut. Refer to
accessories section for socket size.
§ Protect it from exposure to direct sunlight. Keep it in the dark, if possible.
§ Don’t keep it in plastic bags to avoid humidity build-up.
13 WARRANTY
§ This product is warranted for a 36-month period effective from the date of purchase by the
first user.
§ This warranty covers all material or production flaws. It does not include defective parts
subject to normal wear & tear such as bearings, brushes, cables, and plugs, or
accessories such as drills, drill bits, saw blades, etc. ; damage or defects resulting from
maltreatment, accidents or alterations; nor the cost of transportation.
§ This warranty covers all material or production flaws, excluding batteries, chargers,
defective parts subject to normal wear and tear such as, in particular, bearings, brushes,
cables, plugs… Accessories such as drills, drill bits, saw blades etc. also do not fall under
this warranty.
§ Damage and/or defects resulting from inappropriate use also do not fall under the
warranty provisions.
§ We also disclaim all liability for any bodily injury resulting from inappropriate use of the
tool.
§ Repairs may only be carried out by an authorised customer service centre for Powerplus
tools.
§ You can always obtain more information at the number 00 32 3 292 92 90.
§ Any transportation costs shall always be borne by the customer, unless agreed otherwise
in writing.
§ At the same time, no claim can be made on the warranty if the damage of the device is the
result of negligent maintenance or overload.
§ Definitely excluded from the warranty is damage resulting from fluid permeation, excessive
dust penetration, intentional damage (on purpose or by gross carelessness), inappropriate
usage (use for purposes for which the device is not suitable), incompetent usage (e.g. not
following the instructions given in the manual), inexpert assembly, lightning strike,
erroneus net voltage. This list is not exhaustive.
§ Acceptance of claims under warranty can never lead to the prolongation of the warranty
period nor commencement of a new warranty period in case of a device replacement.
§ Devices or parts which are replaced under the warranty therefore remain the property of
Varo NV.
§ We reserve the right to reject a claim whenever the purchase cannot be verified or when it
is clear that the product has not been properly maintained. (Clean ventilation slots, carbon
brushes serviced regularly, etc.).
§ Your purchase receipt must be kept as proof of date of purchase.
§ Your appliance must be returned undismantled to your dealer in an acceptably clean state,
(in its original blow-moulded case if applicable to the unit), accompanied by proof of
purchase.
14 ENVIRONMENT
Should your appliance need replacement after extended use, do not discard it
with the household rubbish but dispose of it in an environmentally safe way.
Waste produced by electrical machine items should not be handled like normal
household rubbish. Please recycle where recycle facilities exist. Check with your
Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.
15 BATTERY PACK
This product contains nickel-cadmium. To preserve natural resources, please recycle or
dispose of batteries properly. Local, state or federal laws may prohibit disposal of nickelcadmium batteries in ordinary trash. Consult you local waste authority for information
regarding available recycling and/or disposal options.