1012009683Use the optional drill chuck assembly. When installing it,refer to "Installing or removing the bit" described on theprevious page.Set the action mode changing knob so that the pointerpoints to the symbol.For Model HRH021230099271234012824123009926Use the quick change drill chuck as standard equipment.When installing it, refer to "changing the quick changechuck for SDS-plus " described on the previous page.Hold the ring and turn the sleeve counterclockwise toopen the chuck jaws. Place the bit in the chuck as far as itwill go. Hold the ring firmly and turn the sleeve clockwiseto tighten the chuck. To remove the bit, hold the ring andturn the sleeve counterclockwise.Set the action mode changing knob to the symbol.You can drill up to 13 mm diameter in metal and up to 32mm diameter in wood.CAUTION:• Never use "rotation with hammering" when the drillchuck assembly is installed on the tool. The drillchuck assembly may be damaged. Also, the drillchuck will come off when reversing the tool.• Pressing excessively on the tool will not speed upthe drilling. In fact, this excessive pressure will onlyserve to damage the tip of your bit, decrease thetool performance and shorten the service life of thetool.• There is a tremendous twisting force exerted on thetool/bit at the time of hole breakthrough. Hold thetool firmly and exert care when the bit begins tobreak through the workpiece.• A stuck bit can be removed simply by setting thereversing switch to reverse rotation in order to backout. However, the tool may back out abruptly if youdo not hold it firmly.• Always secure small workpieces in a vise or similarhold-down device.MAINTENANCECAUTION:• Always be sure that the tool is switched off and thebattery cartridge is removed before attempting toperform inspection or maintenance.• Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or thelike. Discoloration, deformation or cracks mayresult.Replacing carbon brushes1001145Remove and check the carbon brushes regularly.Replace when they wear down to the limit mark. Keepthe carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders.Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the sametime. Use only identical carbon brushes.Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps. Takeout the worn carbon brushes, insert the new ones andsecure the brush holder caps.1. Limit mark1. Sleeve2. Ring3. Quick changedrill chuck1. Spindle2. Quick changedrill chuck3. Change coverline4. Change cover1. Change coverline2. Quick changechuck forSDS-plus3. Change cover1. Sleeve2. Ring