TRITON T12DD (01) PDF Document

Carefully unpack and inspect your tool. Familiarise yourself with all its features and functions.

Ensure that all parts of the tool are present and in good condition. If any parts are missing or damaged, have such parts replaced before attempting to use this tool.

This drill driver has been shipped in a low charge condition. Charge the battery before use.

The charger and battery may become warm while charging. This is normal and does not indicate a problem.

Use the charger at normal room temperatures whenever possible. To prevent overheating, do not cover the charger and do not charge the battery in direct sunlight or near sources of heat.

Check current at power outlet by plugging in a lamp or other appliance.

If charging problems persist, have the drill, battery and battery charger checked by an electrician or a power tool technician.

1. Depress the Battery Release Grips and remove the battery from the tool.

2. Insert the battery into the Battery Charger. Do not use excessive force when inserting the battery. If it does not slide into place easily, it is not being inserted correctly.

NOTE: Initially only the green LED may flash as it evaluates the status of the battery. When charging the red LED will illuminate and the green LED will be OFF. When the battery is fully charged the red LED will be OFF and the green LED will illuminate. The battery charger will constantly monitor the condition of the battery when charging.

3. Remove the battery as soon as possible when completely charged.

4. Disconnect the charger from the power supply and store in a clean, dry environment, out of the reach of children.

Normal battery charging time is approximately 1 hour for a recently discharged battery at normal temperature.

Charging times may vary ie; initial first charge when new or using the optional high capacity battery.

It is not necessary to completely discharge the battery before recharging but you should not attempt to recharge a battery that is already fully charged.

Battery charging can be interrupted at any point to use the battery. Under normal conditions the charger charges at a higher rate, reducing the charging rate as the battery approaches full charge. An 80% charge is achieved after 1/2hr of charging.

Use the following table to understand the battery charger LED indicators:

NOTE: If the lights on the battery charger fail to illuminate according to the chart above, or indicate a fault condition:

Check the battery is firmly seated in the battery charger.

Check all connections and that mains power is switched on.

The initial charge will vary depending on the existing charge in the battery. Allow the battery to reach full charge as indicated on the charger.

After discharging, recharge the battery completely, as indicated by the LED on the battery charger, for the next 4 to 5 uses. This will ensure that the battery is performing to its highest capacity.

Subsequent full charges will take approximately 1 hour, however the battery can be recharged when the battery is only partially discharged.

After use, a lithium-ion battery must be allowed to cool down before charging.

If a hot battery is inserted into the charger both LEDs will illuminate. The charger will begin to charge when the battery has cooled sufficiently (this may take several minutes).

The battery should fit easily into the battery charger or drill driver unit. If the battery is difficult to fit check the condition of the battery and contacts.

Store and charge your battery in a cool area. Temperatures above or below normal room temperature will reduce battery life.

Do Not store lithium-ion batteries in a discharged condition. Recharge them immediately after they are discharged. For long term storage store fully charged.

All batteries gradually lose their charge, even lithium-ion batteries, but the discharge rate is very low. If the drill is stored for long periods of time without use, recharge the battery every three to four months and disconnect the battery from the power tool before storing. This practice will prevent the lithium-ion battery being damaged if left fully discharged for a long period of time.

This drill driver is fitted with a quick-release collar that allows the chuck to be removed, revealing a magnetic 6mm/¼” Hex Drive.

To remove the chuck: Hold the Quick-Release Collar and move towards the Chuck then, holding both together, pull the chuck away from the drill driver.

Align the hex fitting of the chuck with the hex socket of the Magnetic 6mm/¼” Hex Drive and push the chuck into position while holding the quick-release collar. A small amount of sideways movement may be required to allow the chuck to fit. Once fitted, move the quick-release collar towards the Torque Adjustment Collar to secure the chuck. Check the chuck is secure by holding only the chuck and lightly trying to pull the chuck from the tool.

WARNING: Do Not fit any attachment with a maximum speed lower than the no load speed of the machine.

NOTE: Screwdriver bits can also be fitted directly into the Magnetic 6mm/¼” Hex Drive when the chuck is removed.

1. Rotate the Chuck collar clockwise and insert the bit into the chuck.

2. Rotate the chuck collar anti-clockwise to secure the drill bit.

NOTE: Do not run the tool whilst tightening or releasing the chuck. Ideally select the locked middle position of the Forward/Reverse Selector.

3. When the bit is held tightly, test that it is positioned centrally by running the tool. The bit should rotate smoothly without uneven rotation. If the bit is not central, release the chuck, reposition the bit and retighten the chuck.

The rotation direction can be set using the Forward/Reverse Selector.

To rotate the chuck clockwise, push the forward/reverse selector to the left.

To rotate the chuck anti-clockwise, push the forward/reverse selector to the right.

When the forward/reverse selector is in the central position, the tool is locked.

Do not attempt to move the forward/reverse selector when the tool is running.

This drill driver has a 2-speed gearbox:

– 1st gear range: 0 – 400min-1

– 2nd gear range: 0 – 1300min-1

Use the Speed Selector to set the gear. Forward for first gear, back for second gear.

NOTE: The first gear would be used normally for driving screws for example and offers higher torque and superior control at low rpm. The second gear would normally be used exclusively for drilling.

This drill driver is fitted with torque control, which limits the torque output of the drill, enabling screws to be driven without the risk of damage.

There are 17 torque settings and one drill setting. The lower the number, the lower the torque.

To adjust the torque, select the first gear and rotate the Torque Adjustment Collar until the setting you require is aligned with the arrow on the drill driver housing.

Check that the torque setting is correct by practising first on a piece of scrap material.

For drilling select the correct gear, rotate the clutch ring to the drill symbol. This will lock the control for maximum torque.

Warning: The drill driver can be fitted with a drive adaptor for use with driving nuts and bolts. Do not attempt to use this tool in the drill position when doing so. Use the 17 torque settings and the first gear to allow the torque clutch to protect the tool from excessive load. The use of a wrench to loosen or tighten the nut/bolt is recommended. This allows the tool to speed up the operation, without risk of damage, when high torque is required at the beginning or end of the operation.

To start the tool, squeeze the Trigger Switch. The LED Guide Light will illuminate.

Further pressure on the trigger will increase the running speed of the tool.

NOTE: It is possible the drill driver may switch off during heavy use due to thermal protection of the battery and internal components. This may prevent the tool being used again for a short period of time and does not represent a fault.

Use sharp drill bits and ensure that drill bits are suitable for the material being drilled.

Begin drilling at slow speeds by partially squeezing the trigger switch.

Reduce pressure on the trigger when the drill bit is about to break through to the other side of material.

To avoid splintering on breakthrough, either clamp a piece of scrap wood to the back of the workpiece or continue the hole from the back of the wood when the drill bit first breaks through.

Support thin material with a piece of scrap wood.

Mark the intended hole position using a hammer and centre punch.

Use only HSS (high speed steel) drill bits or others recommended for drilling into metal.

Prior to drilling large holes, use a smaller bit to drill a pilot hole.

Use a suitable lubricant to prolong the service life of the drill bit, and produce good results.

Keep your machine clean at all times. Dirt and dust will cause internal parts to wear quickly, and shorten the machine’s service life. Clean the body of your machine with a soft brush or dry cloth. If available, use clean, dry, compressed air to blow through the ventilation holes.

Store this tool and accessories after use in its case (if supplied), or in a dry, secure place out of the reach of children.

Do not dispose of power tools, or other waste electrical and electronic equipment, with household waste.

Contact your local waste disposal authority for information on the correct way to dispose of tools.