uying the right tools for B the Job can be the key to successful DIY. As cordless drills and screwdrivers have rechargeable batteries and no extension leads, they can operate at any distance from a mains supply. Cordless drills can stili be used to drill holes In wood, metal, plastic and masonry If they have a hammer action facility. Those featured with variable speed and reverse can also act as a screwdriver. Cordless Drill and Screwdriver Features
Voltage The higher the voltage of a battery the more power the drill has for tougher jobs.
Trickle Charge The batteries are charged slowly while the tool is not In use (i.e. ovemight). They can be left on continuous charge with no harm to the batteries, so the tool is always ready to use.
Fast Charge The batteries can be charged in approximately one to three hours depending on specification (but cannot be left on charge permanently).
Sl;lindleLock Spmdle loc.k allows a powered screwdriver to be used as a conventional hand screwdriver, particularly useful for exceptionally tough screws.
Keyless Chuck Allows you to change a drill bit quickly without the need for a chuck key.
1. RICHMOND SAfElY KIT.Comprises set of adjustable ear defei1dels to BS634411.adjustable non·fogging ventilated goggles to BS209211.filter mask with 5 replacement fillersand pair of heavy duty split leather gloves (not heat resistanl). Cat. No. 701/0660 £9.99 3. MUll1SHARPHOME SHARPENING SYSTEM.Unique watercooling prevents damage to steel temper. acCllrate!y sharpens HSSand masonry drill bits (3· 13mm). chisels. plane blades. knives (including serrated and scalloped edge). scssos and most bladed and pointed tools. Cat. No. 701/1133 £22.99 4. HIlJ(A 40 PIECEDRill AND SCRfWDRIVERBITSET. Contains 14 HSS 1-6mm, 8 masonry 3·1 Omm, 8 wood bits 3-1Omm.3 flat bits 'h.l/ •• 1'/••6 screwdriver bits crossed and slotted. With magnetic bit holder in a moulded storage case. Cat. No. 70111195 £13.99 5. BLACK & DECKER 30 PIECE DRIll AND SCREWDRIVERBITSET.Contains 7 HSS. 6 masonry and Swood bits. cenlle punch. countersink bit. 9 screwdriver bits, magnetic bit holder and storage case. Cat. No. 701/0440 £22.99
Removable Battery A rechargeable, removable battery allows greater flexibility and continuous use, as a second battery can be charged whilst the drill is In use. HELPLINE. For any queries about your drill ring the appropriate telephone number during normal office hours. Skil 0784470784 BoschAdviceUne 0895838402 SingerTools 0684275761 Black& DeckerService TechnicalDepartment 0753574277
So whatever your DIY needs are, Argos takes care of it.
2. SKiLFtEXl-CHARGE COMBI PACK.
Suppliedwith 2 bits. Uses same batteries and consisIsol: 2136 CORDlBS SCRfWDRIVER. • 3.6 YOIt. • Speed 180 rpm. • Charqetime 3 hours. • One Rexi<harge banety. • Reversing facir.ly. • SpincklOdr.. 2172 CORDLESSORILU SCREWDRIVER. • 7.2 YOIt• Twospeeds. • 5Deeds 300 and 600 rpm. • Charge time 3 houI$. • Two Rexi-<llarQe battenes. • Reversing faciI~. With charger unit for both tools.
Cat.No. 710/8101
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6 €) SUPERSTORESONLY BLACK & DECKER POWER DRIVER ACCESSORYSET.Includes 6 indMdual sockets. 1 socket adaptor, 1 countersinl: bit. 1pilot dORbit. 1magnetic bit holder. 1flexible driYeshaft and 9 screwdriver bits all contained in a tough storage case. IdealfOf use with aUpowered screwdrivEfswith '/. inchshank.
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7. HIlJ(A 19PIECEDRILLBITSET.High speed twist drill set. withmellic sizes from l.5to IOmm.AlI SQpplied ina metal cantilever tool box. Cat. No. 701/0~3
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POWl!RDRILLS SAFETY,,"PS In conjunction with @ A::lSA48 the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, we have put together the following safety advice. ... Always read and follow the manufacturer's instructions before starting work. If you lend equipment, make sure that the user reads the instructions for reference. ... Always fit a residual current device (RCD) to the electric socket and test it before using a power tool. This disconnects the electric circuit if there is a fault (order Cat. No. 98211321). ... Wear safety goggles for DIY activities. ... Unplug the drill before fitting bits and use good quality sharp bits in the drill, making sure they are secured firmly in the chuck. ... Don't leave cables trailing over the edge of the work surface. When the job ls finished, put the drill away.