Black & Decker VP940 Cordless Rechargeable Rotary Tool Manual
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General Safety Warnings and Instructions for All Tools
- KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
- CONSIDER THE WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don’t expose power tools to rain. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep the work area well-lit. Do not use tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
- GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces. For example; pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerator enclosures.
- KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Do not let visitors contact the tool or extension cord. All visitors should be kept away from the work area.
- STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in dry, and high or locked-up places — out of reach of children.
- DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended.
- USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force small tools or attachments to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. Don’t use tools for purposes not intended.
- DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Wear a protective hair covering to contain long hair.
- USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also, use a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty.
- DON’T ABUSE CORD. Never carry the tool by cord or yank it to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
- SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold the work. It’s safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate the tool.
- DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Safety Warnings and Instructions:
Double Insulation Double-insulated tools are constructed throughout with two separate layers of electrical insulation or one double thickness of insulation between you and the tool’s electrical system. Tools built with this insulation system are not intended to be grounded. As a result, your tool is equipped with a two-prong plug which permits you to use extension cords without concern for maintaining a ground connection. NOTE: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions when operating this tool. The insulation system is for added protection against injury resulting from a possible electrical insulation failure within the tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
- Do not store or carry batteries so that metal objects can contact the exposed metal ends shown below. For example, do not place batteries in aprons, pockets, tool boxes, drawers, etc. with loose nails, screws, keys, etc. without a battery cap. The battery could short circuit causing fire burns or damage to the battery.
- Battery caps are provided for use when carrying batteries or while the battery is stored in a pocket, toolbox, etc. Remove the cap before placing the battery in the charger or tool.
- Never attempt to open the battery for any reason. If the housing of the battery breaks or cracks, immediately discontinue use and do not recharge.
- Do not incinerate the batteries. They can explode in a fire. A small leakage of liquid from the battery cells may occur under extreme usage, charging, or temperature conditions. This does not indicate a failure. However, if the outer seal is broken and this leakage gets on your skin:
- a. Wash quickly with soap and water.
- b. Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar.
- c. If the battery liquid gets in your eyes, flush them with clean water for a minimum of 10 minutes and seek immediate medical attention. MEDICAL NOTE: The liquid is a 25-35% solution of potassium hydroxide.
- Charge batteries only with a VersaPak battery charger.
- Do not use a charger in wet or damp conditions. It is intended for indoor use only. Do not use near sinks, tubs, or the like. Do not immerse in water.
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- Do not use the charger for any uses other than charging VersaPak batteries. Other batteries may explode.
- Do not operate chargers with damaged cords or plugs — have them replaced immediately.
- Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified Black & Decker service center.
- Do not disassemble the charger; take it to a qualified Black & Decker service center when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire. There are no consumer-serviceable parts inside.
- For best results, do not charge batteries when the air temperature is BELOW +40°F or ABOVE +105°F.
- The charger is designed to operate on standard household electrical power. Do not attempt to use it on any other voltage. Be sure your power supply agrees with the nameplate marking.
- Unplug the charger when not in use.
- Do not abuse the charger cord. To reduce the risk of damage to the electric plug and cord, never carry the charger by cord or yank it to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep charger cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
- Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.
IMPORTANT CHARGING NOTES
- While charging, the charger transformer may hum and the batteries and charger become warm. This is a normal condition and does not indicate a problem.
- If a battery does not charge properly— (1) Check the current at the receptacle by plugging in a lamp or other appliance. (2) Check to see if the receptacle is connected to a light switch which turns power off when you turn out the lights. (3) Move the charger and batteries to a surrounding air temperature of +40°F to +105°F. (4) If the receptacle and temperature are OK, and you do not get proper charging, take or send the batteries and charger to your local Black & Decker service center. See “Tools Electric” in yellow pages.
- DO NOT CONTINUE to use the tool with its batteries in a depleted condition.
CHARGING PROCEDURE
Insert the metal end of the VersaPak battery into the charger. The indicator light will glow indicating that charging is taking place and will remain on as long as the battery is in the charger. Continuous charging is not a safety concern.
NOTE:
Your VersaPak battery was sent from the factory in an uncharged condition. Before attempting to use it for the first time, it must be charged for 6 hours. Subsequent charging for most fix-up jobs will require 3-6 hours.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN USING THIS TOOL!
- Hold the tool 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.
- Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. This will enable better control of the tool.
- When encountered, DO NOT TOUCH ANY METAL PARTS OF THE TOOL! Hold the tool only by insulated grasping surfaces to prevent electric shock if you cut into a live wire.
- NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. Always turn the switch OFF when not in use and before inserting the battery.
- REMOVE THE BATTERY BEFORE CHANGING ACCESSORIES. Always remove the battery when adjusting, removing, or installing accessories, or when the tool is not in use.
- REPLACE A BROKEN ACCESSORY IMMEDIATELY. Before using, inspect the accessory for cracks or flaws. If these are evident, discard the accessory.
- SECURE ACCESSORY SHAFT IN COLLET.
- USE ACCESSORIES PROPERLY. Use accessories only in the proper and intended manner.
- USE SAFETY GLASSES AND OTHER SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Use safety goggles or safety glasses. Also, use a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. This applies to all persons in the work area.
- KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM ROTATING ACCESSORIES. Accessories can rotate at 18,000 RPM and cause injury if touched.
- DO NOT TOUCH THE BIT OR COLLET IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE. Bit and collet may become hot after use.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL VERSAPAK TOOLS
REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE BATTERIES
To install the battery into the tool, slide it into the handle until it clicks into place. To remove the VersaPak™ battery from the tool, press the release button, (Fig. 1), and pull the battery out of the tool handle. Remove the cap before placing the battery in the charger or tool. Install the battery cap, by snapping it in place. To remove the cap, simply pull it off.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SWITCH
Your tool has a two-speed switch (Fig. 2). For high speed, push the switch to the RIGHT. For low speed, push the switch to the LEFT. The middle position turns the tool OFF. Be sure to select the proper speed for your rotary tool operation. The chart in this manual provides a speed guide for various operations.
CHANGING ACCESSORIES
Accessories are held in place by a collet and collet nut.
To insert an accessory:
- Turn off the tool and remove the battery.
- Depress the spindle lock button (see Fig. 3) and grasp the collet nut.
- While depressing the spindle lock button, turn the collet nut counter-clockwise until it is loose.(see Fig.3)
- Insert the new accessory into the collet as far as it will go (Fig. 4).
- Depress the spindle lock button, lock the spindle in place by turning the collet nut, and continue turning the collet nut clockwise. Tighten the collet nut securely.
CHANGING THE COLLET
Some accessories require different-sized collets.
To change the collet:
- Turn off the tool and remove the battery.
- Depress the spindle lock button (see Fig. 3) and grasp the collet nut.
- While depressing the spindle lock button, turn the collet nut counter-clockwise and remove it from the threaded spindle (Fig. 3).
- Insert the new collet into the spindle (see Fig 5).
- Depress the spindle lock button, lock the spindle in place by turning the collet nut, and continue turning the collet nut clockwise. Tighten the collet nut securely.
USING THE ROTARY TOOL
When operating the tool, be sure to hold it securely, as shown in the chart in this manual. For detail work, grip the knurled areas at the front of the tool, near the spindle. Do not force the rotary tool. Allow the speed of rotation to do the work.
ACCESSORIES
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call: 1-800- 54-HOW TO. NOTE: Your tool is compatible with most Dremel and Craftsman rotary tool accessories. WARNING: The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be hazardous.
MAINTENANCE
Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tools. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
THE RBRC™ SEAL
In some areas, it is illegal to place spent nickel-cadmium batteries in the trash or municipal solid waste stream and the RBRC program provides an environmentally conscious alternative. RBRC in cooperation with Black & Decker and other battery users, has established programs in the United States and Canada to facilitate the collection of spent nickel-cadmium batteries.
Help protect our environment and conserve natural resources by returning the spent nickel-cadmium battery to an authorized Black & Decker service center or to your local retailer for recycling. You may also contact your local recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent battery, or call 1-800-8-BATTERY.
SERVICE INFORMATION
Black & Decker offers a full network of company-owned and authorized service locations throughout North America. Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts, contact the Black & Decker location nearest you. To find your local service location, refer to the yellow page directory under “Tools—Electric” or call: 1-800-54-HOW TO.
FULL TWO-YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in material or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways. The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer).
The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker-owned or authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at our option. This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Should you have any questions, contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center.
REFERENCE LINK
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