Install and Remove the Impact
Socket (Fig .8)
Lock the trigger switch "OFF" by placing the
direction-of-rotation selector in the center
position.
CAUTION: Make sure that the impact socket
and the mounting portion are not damaged
before installing the impact socket.
To install the Impact Socket:
a. Align the square of the impact socket with
the square drive and push the impact socket
onto the square drive until it locks into place.
b. Tap it lightly if required.
Remove the Impact Socket:
To remove the impact socket, simply pull it off.
WARNING
after prolonged use.
Tighten and loosen nuts and bolts
Variable speed control must be used with caution for driving nuts and bolts with socket set
attachments. The technique is to start slowly, increasing speed as the nut or bolt runs downs.
Set the nut or bolt snugly by slowing the tool to a stop. If this procedure is not followed, the
tool will have a tendency to torque or twist in your hands when the nut or bolt seats.
a. Select hex socket that matches the nut or bolt. Then mount the socket on the square drive,
and grip the nut or bolt to be tightened with the hex socket.
b. Hold the tool firmly and apply just enough pressure to keep the socket engaged on the nut
or bolt. Then press the trigger switch to impact the nut or bolt for several seconds.
NOTICE: Always use the correct size impact socket for bolts and nuts. An incorrect size
impact socket will result in inaccurate and inconsistent fastening torque and/or damage to the
bolt or nut.
WARNING
nut will be damaged.
Use protective gloves when removing the impact socket from the tool, or
first allow the impact socket to cool down. The impact socket may be hot
Do not over-tighten, as the force of the impact tool can break the fastener.
Hold the tool vertical with the bolt or nut, otherwise the head of the bolt or
Fig. 8
Impact
Socket
Square
Drive
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