BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX* Cordless Drill Instruction Manual

Catalog Number LDX120

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*Maximum initial battery pack voltage (measured without a workload) is 20 volts. Measured under a workload, nominal voltage is 18.

Safety Guidelines - Definitions

It is important to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information.

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

General Safety Rules

WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

1) Work Area Safety

2) Electrical Safety

3) Personal Safety

4) Power Tool Use and Care

5) Battery Tool Use and Care

6) Service

Specific Safety Rules

WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: lead from lead-based paints, crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disperse dust, which may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body.

WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday eye glasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT: ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CPA Z94.3), ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection, NOSH/OSHA respiratory protection.

Symbols

The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their definitions are as follows:

SymbolDefinitionSymbolDefinition
VvoltsAamperes
HzhertzWwatts
minminutes~ or ACalternating current
--- or DCdirect currentnono load speed
Class I Construction (grounded)earthing terminal
□□Class II Construction (double insulated)safety alert symbol
.../min or rpmrevolutions or reciprocation per minute(Book icon)Read instruction manual before use
(Mask icon)Use proper respiratory protection(Safety glasses icon)Use proper eye protection
(Ear protection icon)Use proper hearing protection

Important Safety Instructions for Battery Chargers

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: This manual contains important safety instructions for battery chargers.

WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to get inside charger.

CAUTION: Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, charge only designated BLACK+DECKER batteries. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.

CAUTION: Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged in to the power supply, the charger can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign materials of a conductive nature such as, but not limited to, steel wool, aluminum foil, or any buildup of metallic particles should be kept away from charger cavities. Always unplug the charger from the power supply when there is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug charger before attempting to clean.

WARNING: DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with any chargers other than the ones in this manual. The charger and battery pack are specifically designed to work together.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Important Safety Instruction for Battery Packs

WARNING: For safe operation, read this manual and manuals originally supplied with tool before using the charger.

The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using the battery pack and charger, read the safety instructions below. Then follow charging procedures outlined.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be flammable if exposed to spark or flame. Charge the battery packs only in BLACK+DECKER chargers.

WARNING: Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not insert into charger. Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has received a sharp blow, been dropped, run over or damaged in any way (i.e., pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery packs should be returned to service center for recycling.

WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store or carry battery so that metal objects can contact exposed battery terminals. For example, do not place battery in aprons, pockets, tool boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose nails, screws, keys, etc. Transporting batteries can possibly cause fires if the battery terminals inadvertently come in contact with conductive materials such as keys, coins, hand tools and the like. The US Department of Transportation Hazardous Material Regulations (HMR) actually prohibit transporting batteries in commerce or on airplanes (i.e., packed in suitcases and carry-on luggage) UNLESS they are properly protected from short circuits. So when transporting individual batteries, make sure that the battery terminals are protected and well insulated from materials that could contact them and cause a short circuit. NOTE: Lithium-Ion batteries should not be put in checked baggage.

Storage Recommendations

  1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry away from direct sunlight and excess heat or cold.
  2. Long storage will not harm the battery pack or charger.

Charging Procedure

BLACK+DECKER chargers are designed to charge BLACK+DECKER battery packs in 3-4 hours depending on the pack being charged.

  1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before inserting the battery pack.
  2. Insert the battery pack into the charger. (Figure A: Depicts a battery pack being inserted into a charger, with the charger having a slot for the battery and a power cord.)
  3. The green LED will flash indicating that the battery is being charged.
  4. The completion of charge is indicated by the green LED remaining on continuously. The pack is fully charged and may be used at this time or left on the charger.

Recharge discharged batteries as soon as possible after use or battery life may be greatly diminished. For longest battery life, do not discharge batteries fully. It is recommended that the batteries be recharged after each use.

Leaving the Battery in the Charger

The charger and battery pack can be left connected with the green LED glowing indefinitely. The charger will keep the battery pack fresh and fully charged.

Important Charging Notes

  1. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery pack is charged when the air temperature is between 65°F and 75°F (18°- 24°C). DO NOT charge the battery pack in an air temperature below +40°F (+4.5°C), or above +105°F (+40.5°C). This is important and will prevent serious damage to the battery pack.
  2. The charger and battery pack may become warm to touch while charging. This is a normal condition, and does not indicate a problem. To facilitate the cooling of the battery pack after use, avoid placing the charger or battery pack in a warm environment such as in a metal shed, or an uninsulated trailer.
  3. If the battery pack does not charge properly:
    1. Check current at receptacle by plugging in a lamp or other appliance.
    2. Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light switch which turns power off when you turn out the lights.
    3. Move charger and battery pack to a location where the surrounding air temperature is approximately 65°F - 75°F (18°- 24°C).
    4. If charging problems persist, take the tool, battery pack and charger to your local service center.
  4. The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to produce sufficient power on jobs which were easily done previously. DO NOT CONTINUE to use under these conditions. Follow the charging procedure. You may also charge a partially used pack whenever you desire with no adverse affect on the battery pack.
  5. Foreign materials of a conductive nature such as, but not limited to, steel wool, aluminum foil, or any buildup of metallic particles should be kept away from charger cavities. Always unplug the charger from the power supply when there is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug charger before attempting to clean.
  6. Do not freeze or immerse charger in water or any other liquid.

WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to get inside charger. Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If the plastic housing of the battery pack breaks or cracks, return to a service center for recycling.

Safety Warnings and Instructions: Drills

  1. Hold drill firmly with one hand on the grip and the other hand on the bottom of the battery pack.
  2. When attaching accessories in the drill chuck, hand tighten the keyless chuck firmly.

WARNING: Drill may stall (if overloaded or improperly used) causing a twist. Always expect the stall. Grip the drill firmly with both hands to control the twisting action and prevent loss of control which could cause personal injury. If a stall does occur, release the trigger immediately and determine the reason for the stall before re-starting.

Installing and Removing the Battery Pack from the Tool

WARNING: Make certain the lock-off button is engaged to prevent switch actuation before removing or installing battery.

To Install Battery Pack:

Insert battery pack into tool until an audible click is heard (Figure B: Shows a battery pack being pushed into the base of the drill handle until it clicks into place).

To Remove Battery Pack:

Depress the battery release button as shown in Figure C (Shows a hand pressing a button on the battery pack while pulling it out of the drill) and pull battery pack out of tool.

Operating Instructions

Trigger Switch & Reversing Button (Figure D)

The drill is turned ON and OFF by pulling and releasing the trigger switch (1). The farther the trigger is depressed, the higher the speed of the drill.

A forward/reverse control button (2) determines the direction of the tool and also serves as a lock off button.

To select forward rotation, release the trigger switch and depress the forward/reverse control button to the left.

To select reverse, depress the forward/reverse control button the opposite direction.

NOTE: The center position of the control button locks the tool in the off position. When changing the position of the control button, be sure the trigger is released.

Figure D description: A cordless drill showing the trigger switch (1) and the forward/reverse button (2) near the handle.

Torque Control (Figure E)

This tool is fitted with a torque adjustment collar (3) to select the operating mode and to set the torque for tightening screws. Large screws and hard workpiece materials require a higher torque setting than small screws and soft workpiece materials.

Figure E description: A cordless drill showing the torque adjustment collar (3) located behind the chuck.

Keyless Chuck (Figure F)

WARNING: Make certain the lock-off button is engaged to prevent switch actuation before installing or removing accessories.

To insert a drill bit or other accessory:

  1. Grasp the rear half of the chuck (4) with one hand and use your other hand to rotate the front half (4a) in the counterclockwise direction, as viewed from the chuck end.
  2. Insert the bit or other accessory fully into the chuck, and tighten securely by holding the rear half of the chuck and rotating the front portion in the clockwise direction as viewed from the chuck end.

WARNING: Do not attempt to tighten drill bits (or any other accessory) by gripping the front part of the chuck and turning the tool on. Damage to the chuck and personal injury may occur when changing accessories.

Figure F description: A cordless drill showing the keyless chuck (4) and its front rotating part (4a).

Screw Driving

For driving fasteners, the reversing button should be pushed to the left. Use reverse (button pushed to the right) for removing fasteners. When moving from forward to reverse, or vice versa, always release the trigger switch first.

On Board Bit Storage (Figure G)

A bit storage slot (8) is built-in to the area just above the battery pack.

Figure G description: A close-up view of the top rear part of the drill, showing the bit storage slot (8) located above where the battery pack connects.

Drilling

Drilling in Wood

Holes in wood can be made with the same twist drill bits used for metal or with spade bits. These bits should be sharp and should be pulled out frequently when drilling to clear chips from the flutes.

Drilling in Metal

Use a cutting lubricant when drilling metals. The exceptions are cast iron and brass which should be drilled dry. The cutting lubricants that work best are sulfurized cutting oil or lard oil.

Drilling in Masonry

Use carbide tipped masonry bits. Refer to Drilling section. Keep even force on the drill but not so much that you crack the brittle material. A smooth, even flow of dust indicates the proper drilling rate.

Maintenance

Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.

IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment (other than those listed in this manual) should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service personnel, always using identical replacement parts.

Troubleshooting

ProblemPossible CausePossible Solution
Unit will not start.Battery pack not installed properly.Check battery pack installation.
Battery pack not charged.Check battery pack charging requirements.
Battery pack will not charge.Battery pack not inserted into charger.Insert battery pack into charger until green LED appears.
Charger not plugged in.Plug charger into a working outlet. Refer to "Important Charging Notes” for more details.
Surrounding air temperature too hot or too cold.Move charger and battery pack to a surrounding air temperature of above 40 degrees F (4.5°C) or below 105 degrees F (+40.5°C).
Unit shuts off abruptly.Battery pack has reached its maximum thermal limit.Allow battery pack to cool down.
Out of charge. (To maximize the life of the battery pack it is designed to shutoff abruptly when the charge is depleted.)Place on charger and allow to charge.

For assistance with your product, visit www.blackanddecker.com for the location of the service center nearest you or call the BLACK+DECKER help line at 1-800-544-6986.

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: 1-800-544-6986.

WARNING: The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be hazardous.

The RBRC™ Seal

The RBRC™ (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation) Seal on the lithium-ion battery (or battery pack) indicates that the costs to recycle the battery (or battery pack) at the end of its useful life have already been paid by BLACK+DECKER. In some areas, it is illegal to place spent lithium-ion batteries in the trash or municipal solid waste stream and the RBRC program provides an environmentally conscious alternative.

The RBRC seal is a circular logo with "RECYCLE" at the top, "RBRC" in the center, "Li-ion" below it, and "1.800.822.8831" at the bottom.

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 lithium-ion batteries. Help protect the environment and conserve natural resources by returning the tool to an authorized BLACK+DECKER service center 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.

FCC and ICES Compliance

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Service Information

All BLACK+DECKER Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable power tool service. Whether technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts are needed, contact the BLACK+DECKER location nearest you. To find a local service location, call: 1-800-544-6986 or visit www.blackanddecker.com.

Full Two-Year Home Use Warranty

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in material or workmanship. A defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways.

The first option is to return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased (provided the store is a participating retailer). Returns should be made within the retailer's policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days after the sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Check with the retailer for their specific return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges.

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 their option. Proof of purchase may be required.

This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives specific legal rights, and other rights may vary from state to state or province to province. For questions, contact the manager of the nearest BLACK+DECKER Service Center. This product is not intended for commercial use.

FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If warning labels become illegible or are missing, call 1-800-544-6986 for a free replacement.

LATIN AMERICA: This warranty does not apply to products sold in Latin America. For products sold in Latin America, check country specific warranty information contained in the packaging, call the local company or see the website for warranty information.

Importer Information

Imported by Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., 701 E. Joppa Rd., Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.

Black & Decker Canada Inc., 100 Central Ave., Brockville (Ontario) K6V 5W6

Black & Decker S.A. de C.V., Bosques de Cidros Acceso Radiatas No. 42, Col. Bosques de las Lomas, 05120 México, D.F. Tel: (01 55) 5326 7100, 01 800 847 2309/01 800 847 2312.

Cat No. LDX120 Form #90609923 March 2014 Printed in China

Models: LDX120 20V MAX Cordless Drill, LDX120, LDX120 Cordless Drill, 20V MAX Cordless Drill, 20V Drill, MAX Cordless Drill, Cordless Drill, Drill

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