Heavy-duty 1/2” VSR Drill Model 3273 Set up and Operating Instructions Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com Read this material before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. Save this manual. Copyright© 2003 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
Contents Important SAFETY Information ���������������������������� 3 Operating Instructions ������ 9 Tool Set Up ������������������������������������ 9 Work Piece and Work Area Set Up ������������������������������������������10 General Power Tool Safety Warnings ���������������������� 3 General Operating Instructions ���������������������������� 10 Drill and Impact Drill Safety Warnings ���������������������� 5 Metal Drilling ���������������������������� 11 Vibration Safety �������������������������
not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference. NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury.
2. Electrical safety a. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with grounded power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock. b. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded. c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
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. appropriate standards agency. Unapproved safety equipment may not provide adequate protection. Eye protection must be ANSIapproved and breathing protection must be NIOSH-approved for the specific hazards in the work area. 4. g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
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. (California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.) parts can grab the surface and pull the tool out of your control. 7.
not being caused or worsened from use. Pregnant women or people who have impaired blood circulation to the hand, past hand injuries, nervous system disorders, diabetes, or Raynaud’s Disease should not use this tool. If you feel any symptoms related to vibration (such as tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers), seek medical advice as soon as possible. 2. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces the blood supply to the hands and fingers, increasing the risk of vibration-related injury. 3.
in the preceding illustration. (See Outlets for 2-Prong Plug.) 4. 5. 6. 7. NAMEPLATE AMPERES (at full load) 0 – 2.0 18 18 18 18 16 2.1 – 3.4 18 18 18 16 14 3.5 – 5.0 18 18 16 14 12 5.1 – 7.0 18 16 14 12 12 7.1 – 12.0 18 14 12 10 - 12.1 – 16.0 14 12 10 - - 16.1 – 20.0 12 10 - - - TABLE A * Based on limiting the line voltage drop to five volts at 150% of the rated amperes.
Assembly Specifications Electrical Input 120 V~ / 60 Hz / 6.3 A (Rated) Motor Speed 0-1200 RPM (No Load) Thread the auxiliary handle securely into the left or right side of the drill. Chuck Capacity 1/2” (13mm) Approximate Work Capacity 3/4” Wood 1/2” Metal 90SM Functions Chuck Ring Lock Button E194601 BQ Unpacking When unpacking, make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at 1-800-444-3353 as soon as possible.
2. Slide the bit into the Jaws as far as it will go without inserting the drill flutes into the chuck. 3. Squeeze the Trigger to start the tool. The Trigger has a variable speed feature. Moving the Trigger slightly will make the tool operate slowly, moving the trigger more will cause the tool to operate faster. 3. Hold the bit centered in the Jaws while turning the Chuck Key clockwise to secure it in place. 4. Firmly tighten the Jaws using the Chuck Key. 4.
Metal Drilling 1. Use high speed steel, carbide, TiN coated, or specialty bits for metal drilling. 2. Secure the work piece to keep it from moving during the drilling operation. 3. To make starting the hole easier, use a punch to create a dimple at the hole center. 4. Unless drilling into cast iron or brass use a cutting lubricant. 5. Start by drilling slowly to keep the bit from moving away from your starting point. 6. As the hole is established, increase tool speed.
Carbon Brush Service Maintenance And Servicing If the Carbon Brushes are damaged or worn, they must be replaced by a qualified service technician. Improper service may result in the double insulation system being compromised. Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician.
Troubleshooting Problem Tool will not start. Possible Causes 1. Cord not connected. 2. No power at outlet. Likely Solutions 1. Check that cord is plugged in. 2. Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered, disengage the trigger and check circuit breaker. If breaker is tripped, make sure circuit is right capacity for tool and circuit has no other loads. 3. Disengage the trigger and allow tool to cool. Press reset button on tool. 4. Have technician service tool. 3.
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ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM 44 SKU 3273 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
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