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1500W
MAGNESIUM
ROTARY HAMMER DRILL
WITH SDS-PLUS FITMENT SYSTEM
RHD1500
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
C o de: RHD1500
Black Magenta
Cyan Yellow
D a t e: 061219 E dition: 05 Op: DCR
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Contents Warranty 2 � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � Description of symbols 3 � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � Specifications 3 � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � General safety rules 4 � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �
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Description of symbols Introduction The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your represent important information about the product or expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent instructions on its use. GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance Wear hearing protection. criteria. Wear eye protection. You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, Wear breathing protection. and, with proper care, it w
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e. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an General safety rules extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a WARNING. Read all instructions. Failure to follow all cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of instructions listed below may result in electric shock, electric shock. fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains 3. Personal safety operated (corded) power tool or battery operated a. Stay alert, watc
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b. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not Additional safety rules for drills turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be Wear ear protectors with hammer drills. controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss. repaired. Use auxiliary handles supplied with the tool. c. Disconnect the plug from the power source before Loss of control can cause personal injury. making any adjustments, changing accessories, or • Fully unwind cable
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• When using the drill, use safety equipment including • Damage to the lungs if an effective dust mask is not worn. safety glasses or shield, ear defenders, and protective • Damage to hearing if effective ear defenders are not worn. clothing including safety gloves. Wear a dust mask if Wear goggles the drilling operation creates dust. Wear earmuffs WARNING. Before connecting a tool to a power source Wear a breathing mask (mains socket power point receptacle, outlet, etc.) be sure that the vo
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• Wear work gloves to protect fingers from bruising and abrasions. • Always check walls and ceilings for position of hidden power cables, pipes etc. A metal detector can be obtained from any good DIY store for this purpose. • Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss. • Use auxiliary handles supplied with the tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury. Contents of carton The Rotary Hammer Drill is supplied with the following accessories: • Depth gauge rod • Auxi
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Know your product 1. Dust shield 2. Locking sleeve 3. Wing nut 9 3 4 5 18 6 4. Selector knob 5. Gearbox cover 6. Trigger switch 7. Hammer function switch 8. Auxiliary handle 9. Depth gauge 10. SDS Drill bits (x 3) 11. SDS Chisel bits (x2) 12. 13mm Keyed chuck key 13. 13mm Keyed chuck 1 7 14. Pin wrench 2 15. Dust cap 16. Gearbox grease pot 17. SDS-Plus chuck adaptor 18. Variable speed dial 8 14 17 10 10 10 16 15 11 13 11 12 8
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Unpacking Using the dust protector cap Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely that The dust cap (15) can be used your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is missing. If you to give added protection against find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the parts dust and debris entering the SDS have been replaced or the fault has been rectified. Failure to chuck. do so could result in serious personal injury. 1. Place the cap over the shank of the bit and slide it f
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Rotation only mode of operation Setting the speed Set the selector knob (4) to the position and the The variable speed dial (18) hammer function switch (7) to the right position. allows you to change the operating speed of the tool. Rotary hammer mode of operation It is used to set the speed of Set the selector knob (4) to the position and the drilling to suit different materials hammer function switch (7) to the left position. and applications. Hammer only mode of operation Use
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2. Use a spatula or similar instrument to apply the grease Power cord maintenance into the gearbox cavity. Be careful not to scratch or If the supply cord needs replacing, the task must be otherwise damage the mechanism. carried out by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s 3. Replace the cover. agent, or an authorised service centre in order to avoid CAUTION. Do not over-tighten a safety hazard. the cover (5) or overfill the gearbox with grease. If you run out of grease, or are not sure
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GMC customer assist If your product needs repairing, replacing, technical service or you simply need help or advice, please contact us on our Customer Assist Line 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). For prompt service we suggest you log your service request online at www.gmcservice.com.au. Should you not have access to the Internet, please contact our service department on 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). 7am –7pm, 7days a week (AEST). Please n
