3008 CA - Drill SKIL - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	SKIL
Model	3008 CA
Type	Cordless drill/driver
Max. torque (hard screwdriving according to ISO 5393)	50 Nm
Number of speeds	2 (slow/high torque, fast/low torque)
Torque adjustment (VariTorque)	17 positions + lock position
Direction of rotation	Right/left (electronic reverse)
Hammer function	Yes
LED light	Yes, integrated (turns on automatically when operating)
Power supply	SKIL BR1*31**** lithium-ion battery (18 V, not included)
Compatible charger	SKIL CR1*31****
Weight (with battery)	Approximately 1.5 kg
Sound pressure level (LpA)	83.0 dB(A) (K=5 dB)
Sound power level (LwA)	94.0 dB(A) (K=5 dB)
Vibrations (triaxial vector sum)	<2.5 m/s² (K=1.5 m/s²)
Operating temperature	-20 °C to +50 °C
Charging temperature	4 °C to 40 °C
Use	Non-professional
Drillable materials	Wood, metal, brick, natural stone, ceramic
Additional functions	Screwdriving, threading, battery charge indicator, battery protection
Maintenance	Regular cleaning of ventilation slots; remove battery before cleaning
Spare parts and repairability	Authorized SKIL after-sales service; addresses at www.skil.com
Warranty	According to SKIL conditions (excluding overloading and misuse)
Safety instructions	Read the manual before use; wear safety goggles; avoid electric shocks

Frequently Asked Questions - 3008 CA SKIL

How to charge the battery of the Skil 3008 CA drill?

Use exclusively the SKIL CR1*31**** charger. Plug the charger into a mains outlet, insert the BL1*31**** battery and let it charge until the charge indicator turns off or turns green. The battery is partially charged upon delivery; fully charge it before first use.

How to adjust the screwdriving torque on the Skil 3008 CA?

Turn the ring B (VariTorque) to the desired number from 1 to 17. A lower number gives lower torque, ideal for small screws. For hard work like drilling, set the ring to the lock position C (drill symbol) to lock the maximum torque.

How to change the direction of rotation?

Use the switch F located above the trigger. Push it to the right for clockwise rotation (screw tightening), to the left for counterclockwise rotation (screw loosening). Never change the direction while the tool is still rotating; wait until it stops completely.

What does the flashing LED light mean?

If the LED light flashes during use, the battery protection is activated. This may be due to overload (reduce the load), temperature out of range (wait for the battery to cool down or warm up), or a nearly discharged battery (recharge it). Do not continue pressing the trigger after automatic shut-off.

How to select the appropriate speed?

Use the switch D on the top of the tool. Position 1: slow speed, high torque for screwdriving and drilling large diameters or threading. Position 2: fast speed, low torque for drilling small diameters or hammer drilling. Only switch when the tool is running slowly.

Which bits to use with the Skil 3008 CA?

Use screwdriver bits or drill bits with a 1/4-inch (6.35 mm) hexagonal shank for the keyless chuck. Ensure that the bits are sharp and undamaged. The rotation speed of the accessory must be at least equal to the maximum no-load speed of the tool.

How to maintain the drill?

Always remove the battery before cleaning. Regularly clean the ventilation slots H with a dry brush or compressed air to prevent overheating. Do not use solvents. Store the tool in a dry place below 50 °C. Have the tool serviced by an authorized SKIL service center in case of defects.

Can the Skil 3008 CA drill be used for drilling into concrete?

Yes, the tool has a hammer function. Select speed 2 (high speed) and use a hammer drill bit suitable for concrete or brick. For large holes, pre-drill a smaller pilot hole. Wear hearing protection due to noise.

How to interpret the battery charge indicator?

Press the button K to turn on the indicator. If the lowest level flashes, the battery is discharged and needs recharging. If two levels flash, the battery is outside the permitted temperature range (-20 to +50 °C); wait for it to return to this range. If all levels are off, the battery may be defective.

What to do if the drill suddenly stops?

It is likely the battery protection activating. Check that you are not applying too high a load (release the trigger and start again), that the battery is not too hot or too cold, or that it is not discharged. Let the tool cool down if necessary and recharge the battery if it is empty.

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Cordless drill/driver 3008/3010 INTRODUCTION

• This tool is intended for drilling in wood, metal, brick, stone, ceramic and plastic; tools with electronic speed control and left/right rotation are also suitable for screwdriving and thread cutting
  • This tool is not intended for professional use
• Read and save this instruction manual ③

TECHNICAL DATA①

Max. torque for hard screwdriving application according to ISO 5393 : 50Nm

TOOL ELEMENTS ②

A Switch for on/off and speed control
B Ring for torque control
C Lock-position (clutch)
D Gear selector
E Indicator of selected direction of rotation
F Switch for changing direction of rotation
G LED-light
H Ventilation slots
J Belt clip
K Battery level indicator

SAFETY

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

A WARNING Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below 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

a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

3) PERSONAL SAFETY

a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.

h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from

the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

e) Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool's operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

5) BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

a) Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.

b) Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.

c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.

d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

e) Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.

f) Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130^ C may cause explosion.

g) Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

6) SERVICE

a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

b) Never service damaged battery packs. Service

of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CORDLESS DRILL/DRIVERS

1) SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL OPERATIONS
a) Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory or fastener may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory and fasteners contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
2) SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHEN USING LONG DRILL BITS
a) Never operate at higher speed than the maximum speed rating of the drill bit. At higher speeds, the bit is likely to bend if allowed to rotate freely without contacting the workpiece, resulting in personal injury.
b) Always start drilling at low speed and with the bit tip in contact with the workpiece. At higher speeds, the bit is likely to bend if allowed to rotate freely without contacting the workpiece, resulting in personal injury.
c) Apply pressure only in direct line with the bit and do not apply excessive pressure. Bits can bend causing breakage or loss of control, resulting in personal injury.

GENERAL

- Dust from material such as paint containing lead, some wood species, minerals and metal may be harmful (contact with or inhalation of the dust may cause allergic reactions and/or respiratory diseases to the operator or bystanders); wear a dust mask and work with a dust extraction device when connectable

• Certain kinds of dust are classified as carcinogenic (such as oak and beech dust) especially in conjunction with additives for wood conditioning; wear a dust mask and work with a dust extraction device when connectable
• Follow the dust-related national requirements for the materials you want to work with
• Do not work materials containing asbestos (asbestos is considered carcinogenic)
• Ensure that switch F ② is in the middle (locking) position before making any adjustments or changing accessories as well as when carrying or storing the tool

ACCESSORIES

• SKIL can assure flawless functioning of the tool only when original accessories are used
• Use only accessories with an allowable speed matching at least the highest no-load speed of the tool

BEFORE USE

• Avoid damage that can be caused by screws, nails and other elements in your workpiece; remove them before you start working
• Secure the workpiece (a workpiece clamped with clamping devices or in a vice is held more securely than by hand)
• Use suitable detectors to find hidden utility lines or call the local utility company for assistance (contact with electric lines can lead to fire or electrical shock; damaging a gas line can result in an explosion; penetrating a water pipe will cause property damage or an electrical shock)

BATTERIES

- The battery supplied is partially charged (to ensure

full capacity of the battery, completely charge the battery in the battery charger before using your power tool for the first time)

- Only use the following batteries and chargers with this tool

-SKIL battery: BR1*31**** -SKIL charger: CR1*31***

- Do not use battery when damaged; it should be replaced immediately

- Do not disassemble the battery

- Do not expose tool/battery to rain

- Permitted ambient temperature (tool/charger/battery): -when charging 4...40°C -during operation -20...+50°C -during storage -20...+50°C

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL/BATTERY

③ Read the instruction manual before use

④ Batteries may explode when disposed of in fire, so do not burn battery for any reason

⑤ Store tool/charger/battery in locations where temperature will not exceed 50°C

⑥ Do not dispose of electric tools and batteries together with household waste material

USE

- Combined switch for on/off and speed control A ② -control the speed steplessly from zero to maximum by putting less or more pressure on the trigger

- Charging battery ! read the safety warnings and instructions provided with the charger

- Removing/installing the battery ②

- Attaching belt clip ⑦ -attach the belt clip J to the drill with the supplied screw.

- Battery level indicator ⑧ - press the battery level indicator button K to show the current battery level ⑧a

! when the lowest level of the battery indicator starts flashing after pressing button K ⑧b, the battery is empty

! when 2 levels of the battery indicator start flashing after pressing button K ⑧c, the battery is not within the allowable operating temperature range

- LED-light ⑬ LED-light automatically lights on when activating the on/off switch ! when LED-light starts flashing, the battery protection is activated (see below)

- Battery protection The tool is suddenly being switched off or prevented from being switched on, when

- the load is too high --> remove load and restart -the battery temperature is not within the allowable operating temperature range of -20 to +50°C --> 2 levels of the battery level indicator start flashing when pressing button K ⑧c; wait until battery has returned within the allowable operating temperature range -the battery is nearly empty (to protect against deep discharge) --> a low battery level or flashing low battery level ⑧b is shown by the battery level indicator when pressing button K; charge battery

! do not continue to press the on/off switch after the tool is switched off automatically; battery may be damaged

- Changing direction of rotation ⑨ - when not properly set in left/right position, switch A② cannot be activated ! change direction of rotation only when tool is at a complete standstill

- Changing bits ⑩ ! do not use bits with a damaged shank

- Torque control (VariTorque) ⑪ - output torque will increase as clutch ring B is rotated from 1 to 17; position C will lock up the clutch to permit drilling or driving heavy duty work - when turning in a screw, first try VariTorque position 1 and increase until the desired depth has been reached

- Mechanical gear selection ⑫ -set selector D to desired speed ! actuate the gear selector while tool is running slowly

1 -low speed -high torque -for screwdriving and drilling large diameters -for tapping thread

2 -high speed -lower torque -for impact drilling -for drilling small diameters

- Holding and guiding the tool ⑭ ! while working, always hold the tool at the grey-coloured grip area(s) - keep ventilation slots H② uncovered - do not apply too much pressure on the tool; let the tool do the work for you

APPLICATION ADVICE

• Use the appropriate bits ⑮ ! only use sharp bits
• When drilling ferrous metals
• pre-drill a smaller hole, when a large hole is required
• lubricate drill bit occasionally with oil
• When turning in a screw at/near the cross cut end or an edge of wood, pre-drill a hole in order to avoid cracking of the wood
• For an optimal use of the tool a steady pressure on the screw is required, especially while removing
• When screwdriving in hard wood one should pre-drill a hole
• Splinterfree drilling in wood ⑯
  • Dustfree drilling in walls ⑰
• Drilling in tiles without skidding ⑱
  • For more information see www.skil.com

MAINTENANCE / SERVICE

• This tool is not intended for professional use
- Always keep tool clean (especially ventilation slots H ②) ! remove battery from tool before cleaning

- If the tool should fail despite the care taken in manufacturing and testing procedures, repair should be carried out by an after-sales service centre for SKIL power tools - send the tool undismantled together with proof of purchase to your dealer or the nearest SKIL service station (addresses as well as the service diagram of the tool are listed on www.skil.com)

- Be aware that damage due to overload or improper handling of the tool will be excluded from the warranty (for the SKIL warranty conditions see www.skil.com or ask your dealer)

ENVIRONMENT

- Do not dispose of electric tools, batteries, accessories and packaging together with household waste material (only for EU countries)

-in observance of European Directive 2012/19/EC on waste of electric and electronic equipment and its implementation in accordance with national law, electric tools that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility

-symbol⑥ will remind you of this when the need for disposing occurs

! prior to disposal protect battery terminals with heavy tape to prevent short-circuit

NOISE / VIBRATION

• Measured in accordance with EN 62841 the sound pressure level of this tool is 83.0 dB(A) and the sound power level 94.0 dB(A) (uncertainty K = 5 dB), and the vibration <2.5 m/s ^2 (triax vector sum; uncertainty K = 1.5 m/s ^2 )
• The vibration emission level has been measured in accordance with a standardised test given in EN 62841; it may be used to compare one tool with another and as a preliminary assessment of exposure to vibration when using the tool for the applications mentioned

-using the tool for different applications, or with different or poorly maintained accessories, may significantly increase the exposure level

-the times when the tool is switched off or when it is running but not actually doing the job, may significantly reduce the exposure level

! protect yourself against the effects of vibration by maintaining the tool and its accessories, keeping your hands warm, and organizing your work patterns

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