WORX WU288 User Manual

SAFETY AND OPERATING MANUAL

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

3 IN 1 DRILL/DRIVE R/ IMPACT DRIVER WU288

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General power tool safety
warnings

Warning! Read all safety warnings and all 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.

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated
(corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

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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 tool’s 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.

BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

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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.

SERVICE

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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.

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Additional safety rules for your
cordless impact driver

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Remove the battery pack from the impact wrench before carrying
out adjustments.

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Do not expose to rain or water.

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Do not store the battery pack in temperatures over 40oC.

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Always charge the batter y pack between temperatures 0oC to
30oC. Ideal charging temperature is 18oC to 24oC.

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Only use the charger and the battery pack provided no others.

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Avoid short circuit of the battery pack connections (screws & nails).

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Do not incinerate or burn the battery pack, it may explode.

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Do not charge a damaged battery pack.

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Replace any damaged supply cords on your charger.

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Always disconnect the charger power supply before making or
breaking the connections to the battery pack.

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Battery pack and charger will be warm during charging, this is
normal.

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When not in use, remove a charged battery pack from the charger.

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Always remove the battery pack from the charger immediately
after re-charging is completed.

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Your impact wrench and battery pack will be warm when working,
this is normal.

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Do not dispose of batteries in fire, or with household waste. Return
exhausted batteries to your local collection or recycling point.

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Wear ear protection when operating cordless impact wrench.
Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.

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Accessories and metal parts can become very hot.

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Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when
performing an operation where the fastener may contact

hidden wiring. Fasteners contacting a “live” wire may make

exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could give the
operator an electric shock.

Warning: If a small amount of electrolyte should leak
from the battery pack under extremes of temperature or after
heavy use, then wash off immediately from your skin and
hands using clean water. For eye contact, rinse thoroughly with

clean water and seek medical treatment immediately.

Warnings for the charger:

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Before using the tool, read the instruction book carefully.

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Charger is for indoor use only. Do not expose to rain or water.

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Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.

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If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.

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To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction
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Warning

Wear ear protection

Wear eye protection

Wear dust mask

Indoor use only

Do not expose to rain or water

Do not burn

Do not dispose of batteries. Return exhausted batteries to
your local collection or recycling point

Always charge the batter y pack between temperatures 0
to 30oC

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