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Switching on and off
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To switch the tool on, press the variable speed switch (1).
The tool speed depends on how far you press the switch.
Set the variable speed control knob (4) to the required
speed range.
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Use speeds 1-6 for short periods only.
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As a general rule, use low speeds for large diameter drill
bits and high speeds for smaller diameter drill bits.
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For continuous operation, press the lock-on button (2) and
release the variable speed switch. This option is available
only in forward (clockwise) rotation.
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To switch the tool off, release the variable speed switch.
To switch the tool off when in continuous operation, press
the variable speed switch once more and release it.
Accessories
The performance of your tool depends on the accessory used.
Black & Decker and Piranha accessories are engineered to
high quality standards and designed to enhance the
performance of your tool. By using these accessories you will
get the very best from your tool.
Maintenance
Your Black & Decker corded/cordless appliance/tool has been
designed to operate over a long period of time with a minimum
of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends
upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
Warning!
Before performing any maintenance on corded/
cordless power tools:
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Switch off and unplug the appliance/tool.
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Or switch off and remove the battery from the appliance/
tool if the appliance/tool has a separate battery pack.
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Or run the battery down completely if it is integral and then
switch off.
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Unplug the charger before cleaning it. Your charger does
not require any maintenance apart from regular cleaning.
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Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your appliance/tool/
charger using a soft brush or dry cloth.
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Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth.
Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.
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Regularly open the chuck and tap it to remove any dust
from the interior (when fitted).
Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
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Safely dispose of the old plug.
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Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in the new plug.
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Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
Warning!
No connection is to be made to the earth terminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good quality plugs.
Recommended fuse: 5 A.
Protecting the environment
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Separate collection. This product must not be
disposed of with normal household waste.
Should you find one day that your Black & Decker product
needs replacement, or if it is of no further use to you, do not
dispose of it with household waste. Make this product
available for separate collection.
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Separate collection of used products and packaging
allows materials to be recycled and used again.
Re-use of recycled materials helps prevent
environmental pollution and reduces the demand for
raw materials.
Local regulations may provide for separate collection of
electrical products from the household, at municipal waste
sites or by the retailer when you purchase a new product.
Black & Decker provides a facility for the collection and
recycling of Black & Decker products once they have reached
the end of their working life. To take advantage of this service
please return your product to any authorised repair agent who
will collect them on our behalf.
You can check the location of your nearest authorised repair
agent by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the
address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of
authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our
after-sales service and contacts are available on the Internet
at:
www.2helpU.com
Technical data
KD975
KD985
KD990
TYPE 2 TYPE 2 TYPE 2
Input voltage
V
AC
230
230
230
Power input
W 710
800
850
No-load speed
min
-1
0 - 980
0 - 980
0 - 980
Impact rate
min
-1
0 - 5,180 0 - 5,180 0 - 5,180
Impact energy
J 1.8
2.2
2.4
Max. drilling capacity
Concrete
mm 22
24
26
Steel
mm 13
13
13
Wood
mm 30
30
30
Weight
kg 3.4
3.4
3.4
Level of sound pressure according to EN 60745:
Sound pressure (L
pA
) 94 dB(A), uncertainty (K) 3 dB(A)
Sound power (L
WA
) 105 dB(A), uncertainty (K) 3 dB(A)
