NEVER TOUCH THE MOVING PARTS Never touch the moving parts such as blades, bits, cutters and others. CAUTION DON'T FORCE TOOL It will do the job better and safer at the rate from which it was intended. USE RIGHT TOOL Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. Don't use tool for purpose not intended - for example - don't use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs. DON'T ABUSE CORD Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacles. Keep cord from heat, oil and sharp edges. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on. 1/2-Inch Drill Operator's Manual CAUTION CAUTION OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for use outdoors and so marked. STAY ALERT Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a John Deere Dealer unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this instruction manual. Have defective switched replaced by a John Deere Dealer. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off. AVOID USING A POWER TOOL FOR APPLICATIONS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED Never use a power tool for applications other than those specified in the instruction manual. ENSURE SAFE OPERATION THROUGH CORRECT HANDLING Secure safe operation through correct handling by observing the instructions described herein. Do not employ accessories other than those specified herein; otherwise, a hazardous condition may be created. Never allow a power tool to be used by persons not familiar with correct handling (such as children) or by those who cannot handle the tool correctly. CONFIRM THAT NO ITEMS SUCH AS AN ELECTRIC CABLE OR CONDUIT ARE BURIED INSIDE In places where live wiring may be hidden behind a wall, floor, ceiling, etc. do not hold or contact any metal parts of the tool. In such cases, metal parts could become electrically live and present a serious shock hazard. KEEP THE RIGHT PARTS IN THE RIGHT POSITION Do not remove covers and screws which have been factory-mounted. They perform important respective roles. Keep them in the right positions. SHOULD THE PLASTIC HOUSING OR HANDLE OF A POWER TOOL BE CRACKED OR DEFORMED, DO NOT USE IT Since cracked or deformed parts may lead to an operator receiving an electric shock, do not use such a power tool. Immediately have it repaired. 1/2-Inch Drill Operator's Manual POLARIZED PLUGS To reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug any way. PRECAUTIONS ON USING DRILL 1. Attach the side handle and hold the drill firmly while using. 2. Do not wear gloves when operating. 3. Take care of downward direction in the high position. ALWAYS KEEP THE MOTOR AIR VENT FULLY OPENED A constantly open motor air vent is necessary to allow air to come in and out for cooling the motor. Do not allow it to become clogged up, even if dust is blown through it. OPERATE POWER TOOLS AT THE RATED VOLTAGE Operate power tools at voltages specified on the nameplates. STOP OPERATION IMMEDIATELY IF ANY ABNORMALITY IS DETECTED Should a power tool be detected as out of order or should other abnormalities be observed during operation, stop using the tool immediately. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete stop. CAREFULLY HANDLE POWER TOOLS Should a power tool be dropped or struck against hard materials inadvertently, it may be deformed, cracked, or damaged. DO NOT WIPE PLASTIC PARTS WITH SOLVENT Solvents such as gasoline, thinner, benzine, carbon tetrachloride, and alcohol may damage and crack plastic parts. Do not wipe them with such solvents. Wipe plastic parts with a soft cloth lightly dampened with soapy water. WHEN REPLACING A COMPONENT PART, ADOPT THE SAME TYPE When replacing a component part with a new one, adopt the same type of new part. Also, never attempt to repair a power tool yourself. 1/2-Inch Drill Operator's Manual EXTENSION CORD Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Table shows the correct size to use depending ...