Performax 241-1395 Owner's manual

Brand: Performax

Model: 241-1395

Category: Power screwdrivers

Type: Owner's manual

4 VOLT PIVOTING SCREWDRIVER

241-1395

Owner’s Manual

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Rotation:

Clockwise or counter clockwise

Single speed:

220 RPM

Battery:

4.0 V, 1.5 Ah

Charger input:

120 V AC, 60 Hz, 8 W

Charger output:

6 V, 300 mA

Plug-in battery charger:

3–5 Hours

Drive:

¼" (6.35 cm) hex

Weight:

13 oz (0.37 kg)

Need Assistance?

Call us on our toll free customer support line:

1-866-349-8665

 Technical questions

 Replacement parts

 Parts missing from package

WARNING: Read all safety warnings

and 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.

Work area safety

Keep work area clean and well lit.

Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

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.

Keep children and bystanders away

while operating a power tool.

Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical safety

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.

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.

Do not expose power tools to rain or

wet conditions. Water entering a power

tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

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.

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.

If operating a power tool in a damp

location is unavoidable, use a residual

current device (RCD) protected supply.

Use of a ground fault circuit interrupter

(GFCI) reduces the risk of electric shock.

Personal safety

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.

Use personal protective equipment.

Always wear eye protection. Protective

equipment such as dust mask, non-skid

safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing

protection used for appropriate conditions

will reduce personal injuries.

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 energizing power tools

that have the switch on invites accidents.

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.

POWER TOOL SAFETY

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERENCE

PERSONAL SAFETY – cont’d

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing

and balance at all times. This enables

better control of the power tool in

unexpected situations.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose

clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair,

clothing and gloves away from moving

parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair

can be caught in moving parts.

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.

Power tool use and care

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.

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.

Disconnect the plug from the power

source and/or the battery pack 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.

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.

Maintain power tools. 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.

Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.

Properly maintained cutting tools with

sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind

and are easier to control.

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.

Hold power tool by insulated gripping

surfaces, when performing an operation

where the fastener may contact hidden

wiring or its own cord. Fasteners

contacting a "live" wire may make exposed

metal parts of the power tool "live" and

could give the operator an electric shock.

POWER TOOL SAFETY

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERENCE

Battery tool use and care

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.

Use power tools only with specifically

designated battery packs. Use of any

other battery packs may create a risk of

injury and fire.

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.

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.

Service

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.

WARNING: For safety reasons, do

not plug in the charger, charge the

battery or operate the tool until this

Owner’s Manual has been read and

understood.

Always use safety goggles or other

suitable eye protection.

Always check to make sure the area

where screws are being driven does not

have any hidden wiring. Contact with a

“live” wire will make exposed metal parts of

the tool “live” and could result in an electric

shock to the operator.

Do not drive screws or break into existing

walls or other blind areas where electrical

wiring may exist. If this situation is

unavoidable, remove all fuses or

disconnect all breakers feeding the work

area.

Secure the workpiece in a vice or with

clamps. Never hold in hand or across

legs. The rotating action of the screwdriver

may cause the bit to come loose from the

screw and cause injury.

Never carry the cordless screwdriver

with finger on the switch. The tool is

always in an “ON” condition when the

battery is charged.

Never hold the body of the cordless

screwdriver near the switch while

changing screwdriver bits. Accidentally

touching the switch may start the tool and

possibly cause an injury.

Always use the correct shape of

screwdriver bit that matches the head

of the screw.

POWER TOOL SAFETY

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERENCE

SPECIFIC SAFETY

RULES

SPECIFIC SAFETY – cont’d

Do not use worn or damaged

screwdriver bits. Worn or damaged

screwdriver bits will not drive the screw

properly and may jump out of the screw

head, causing possible injury.

Always insert the magnetic bit holder

fully into the collet. If not fully inserted,

the magnetic bit holder may jump out of

the collet and cause damage to the

workpiece or possible injury.

WARNING: The lithium-ion battery is

an integral part of the tool. If it no longer

charges properly or is damaged, the tool

and battery must not be discarded as

household trash, burnt or thrown into

water. The tool and battery must be

disposed of as hazardous waste in

accordance with all municipal

requirements.

Do not incinerate a discarded battery. It

can explode in a fire.

Do not use an extension cord. Plug the

charger cord directly into an electrical

outlet.

Charge the battery only with the

charger supplied with this cordless

screwdriver.

Do not use the charger in wet or damp

conditions. It is intended for indoor use

only. Do not use the charger near sinks or

bathtubs. Do not immerse the charger in

water.

Do not allow the cord to hang over the

edge of a table or counter or touch hot

surfaces. The charger should be placed

away from sinks and hot surfaces.

Do not use charger to charge any

batteries other than the cordless

screwdriver battery. Other batteries may

explode.

Do not operate charger if cord or plug is

damaged. Replace damaged cord and

plug immediately.

Do not operate charger if it has

received a sharp impact, been dropped

or otherwise damaged in any way. Have a

qualified technician examine the charger

and repair it if necessary. Do not

disassemble the charger.

For best results, charge the battery when

the temperature range of the battery and

the work area is 0–45° C (32–113° F).

Unplug the charger when not in use and

before cleaning or maintenance.

Do not abuse the cord. To reduce the risk

of damage to the electric cord or plug,

never carry the charger by the cord or

yank the cord to unplug. Always grasp the

plug and pull to disconnect. Always keep

the cord away from heat, oil and sharp

edges.

BATTERY & CHARGER

SAFETY

SPECIFIC SAFETY

Volts

Amperes

Hertz

Watts

Kilowatts

Microfarads

Liters

Kilograms

Hours

N/cm2

Newtons per square

centimeter

Pascals

OPM

Oscillations per minute

Min

Minutes

Seconds

or a.c.

Alternating current

Three-phase alternating

current

Three-phase alternating

current with neutral

Direct current

No load speed

Alternating or direct

current

Class II construction

Splash-proof

construction

Watertight construction

Protective grounding at

grounding terminal,

Class I tools

Revolutions or

reciprocations per

minute

Diameter

Off position

Arrow

Warning symbol

Wear your safety

glasses

WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the

screwdriver. Study these symbols and learn their meaning. Proper

interpretation of these symbols will allow for more efficient and safer

operation of this tool.

SYMBOLS

3042597

LISTED

This symbol designates that this tool is

listed with U.S. requirements by ETL

Testing Laboratories, Inc.

Conforms to UL Std. 60745-1, 60745-2-2.

JD502503

KNOW YOUR PIVOTING SCREWDRIVER

Charger

plug

PIVOTING SCREWDRIVER

COMPONENTS

DESCRIPTION

QTY

Cordless screwdriver

Charger

Screwdriver bits:

#1, 2, 3

1/4"

Owner’s manual

Charger

receptacle

Magnetic

bit holder

Battery charge

indicator LED’s

Rotation direction

switch

LED light

switch

Trigger

switch

Pivoting handle

release button

Rotating

handle

Battery charge

LED switch

Charging LED

CHARGING THE BATTERY

1. Place the cordless screwdriver near a

120 V, 60 Hz electrical outlet.

2. Insert the battery charger plug (1) into

the charger receptacle (2) in the

handle of the cordless screwdriver (3)

(Fig. 1).

3. Plug the battery charger (4) into a

120 V 60 Hz wall receptacle. The RED

charging LED indicator light (5) will

turn ON when the battery is being

charged. It will turn OFF when the

battery is fully charged.

NOTES: A new battery or one that is

completely exhausted should be charged

for 5 hours. After normal use, the battery

should be fully charged in about 3 hours.

BATTERY CHARGE INDICATOR

The level of charge remaining in the

battery can be checked by using the

battery charge indicator system that is

located in the top of the screwdriver

housing.

NOTE: The battery charge remaining must

be checked with the ON/OFF switch turned

OFF. DO NOT check the battery charge

remaining while the battery is being

charged. You will get a false reading and

you may also damage the battery status

system.

1. Press and hold the battery status

button (1) located in the top of the

screwdriver housing (Fig. 2).

2. One or more of the three LED lights in

the LED window (2) will come ON to

indicate the amount of charge that is

remaining in the battery as follows:

ASSEMBLY & OPERATION

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

BATTERY CHARGE INDICATOR – cont’d

Red + Amber + Green (3, 4 & 5) – 2/3 to

full capacity

Red + Amber (3 & 4) – 1/3 to 2/3 capacity

Red (3) – less than 1/3 capacity

3. Release the battery status button to

turn the LED’s OFF.

PIVOTING HANDLE

To change the pivoting handle to the "in

line" position, press and hold the pivoting

handle release button (1) and rotate

handle (2) clockwise (Fig 3). Release the

button and continue to rotate the handle

180°. The release button will lock the

handle in the "in line" position when the

handle is fully rotated 180°. Reverse these

actions to return the handle to the pistol

grip configuration.

ROTATION DIRECTION SWITCH

Press the rotation direction switch (1) to

the right to make the spindle rotate counter

clockwise (Fig. 4). Press the rotation

direction switch to the left to make the

spindle turn clockwise.

NOTE: If the rotation direction switch is left

in the middle position, the tool will not

operate.

TRIGGER SWITCH

Squeeze the trigger switch (2) to turn the

tool ON (Fig. 5). Release the trigger switch

to turn the tool OFF.

NOTE: If the rotation direction switch is left

in the middle position, the tool will not

operate.

ASSEMBLY & OPERATION

Fig. 4

Fig. 2

Fig. 3

Fig. 5

LED LIGHT

The LED light (1) will illuminate the

immediate work area (Fig 6). To turn the

LED light ON, press the LED switch (2)

once. To turn the LED switch OFF, press

the LED switch a second time.

NOTE: Make sure you turn the LED switch

OFF when the LED light is not in use to

prevent the battery from being run down.

PREPARING SCREW HOLES

NOTE: Use conventional drill bits and drill

to drill screw holes.

It is important to prepare screw holes

before attempting to fasten two pieces of

wood together. Proper preparation will

make screws drive easier and prevent

misaligned components, stripped screw

heads, splitting and separating of wood

components.

1. Clamp components that are to be

screwed together in their desired

position (Fig. 7).

2. Drill a pilot hole (1) through the outer

piece (2) and into the inner piece (3).

Drill hole 2/3 the diameter of the

smooth portion of the screw shank.

NOTE: If the wood is soft, drill the hole 2/3

the length of the screw. If the wood is hard,

drill the hole the full length of the screw.

3. Remove the clamp from the two

pieces to be screwed together.

4. Enlarge the hole (1) in the outer piece

(2) so it is the same size as the

smooth portion of the screw shank

(Fig. 8).

ASSEMBLY & OPERATION

Fig. 7

Fig. 8

Fig. 6

PREPARING SCREW HOLES – cont’d

5. If using a flat head screw, counter-sink

the hole (4) so the head of the screw

will be flush with the surface when it is

fully driven into place.

INSTALLING SCREWDRIVER BITS

WARNING: Never hold the

screwdriver with your fingers near the

switch while changing screwdriver bits.

Accidentally touching the switch may

start the tool and possibly cause an

injury.

1. Select an appropriate screwdriver bit

that fits the head of the screw being

driven.

NOTES:

a) Use the largest size screwdriver bit that

will properly fit the screw head.

b) Make sure the screwdriver bit is in good

condition and is neither damaged nor

worn.

2. Insert the screwdriver bit (1) fully into

the magnetic bit holder (2) (Fig 9).

NOTE: Make sure the screwdriver bit is

fully inserted into the magnetic bit holder

until it is held in place by the magnet.

ASSEMBLY & OPERATION

Fig. 9

Fig. 8

LITHIUM-ION BATTERY

PERFORMANCE

Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries

generally provide superior performance to

nickel-cadmium batteries when used in

power tools.

● Faster charges

● Longer battery life

● More power

● Lighter weight

Lithium-ion batteries perform best and

deliver peak output power at room

temperature (20° C or 68° F). When

operated in lower temperatures, the

battery output will be reduced and it will

NOT function below –20° C (–4° F). The

output power will increase as the heat

generated by the battery during use

increases the internal temperature of the

battery. The result is increased power as

the tool is used.

ASSEMBLY & OPERATION

WARNING: Ensure to read

"POWER TOOL SAFETY", "SPECIFIC

SAFETY RULES", "BATTERY &

CHARGER SAFETY" and

"SYMBOLS" on pages 2 through 6 of

this Manual before operating this

pivoting screwdriver.

Every time you the pivoting screwdriver

is used, the following should be verified:

1. Screwdriver bit is the correct

type & size, not worn and not

damaged in any way.

2. Workpiece is properly secured.

3. Safety glasses are being worn.

Failure to adhere to these safety

rules can greatly increase the

chances of injury or property

damage.

DRIVING SCREWS

When driving screws, care must be taken

to use the bit that correctly fits the head of

the screw being driven. Make sure to use

the largest bit size that will properly fit into

the head of the screw. The bit must also

be in good condition and not worn so it will

drive screws without slipping out of the

screw head.

1. Select the correct screwdriver bit for

the screw being driven.

2. Insert the bit (1) fully into the bit holder

(2) (Fig. 10).

3. Set the rotation direction switch (3) so

the screwdriver bit is turning in a

clockwise direction.

4. Insert the screwdriver bit fully into the

screw head (4).

5. While holding the screwdriver firmly

against the screw and the bit aligned

with the screw, press the trigger

switch to start the screwdriver and

drive the screw.

6. When the screw is driven to the

correct depth, release the switch and

the screwdriver will stop.

7. When the switch is released and the

screwdriver stops turning, the spindle

will automatically lock. Fully tighten

the screw by manually rotating the

screwdriver handle in a clockwise

direction.

8. To remove screws, follow the same

general procedure as for driving

screws.

ASSEMBLY & OPERATION

Fig. 9

GENERAL

WARNING: When servicing, use

only identical original equipment parts.

Use of any other part may create a

hazard or cause product damage.

DO NOT use solvents when cleaning

plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible

to damage from various types of

commercial solvents and may be damaged

by their use. Use clean cloth to remove

dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

WARNING: Do not at any time

allow brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-

based products, penetrating oils, etc. to

come in contact with plastic parts. They

contain chemicals that can damage,

weaken or destroy plastic.

DO NOT abuse power tools. Abusive

practices can damage the tool as well as

the workpiece.

WARNING: DO NOT attempt to

modify this cordless screwdriver or use

accessories not recommended for this

cordless screwdriver. Any such

alteration or modification is misuse and

could result in a hazardous condition

leading to possible serious injury. It will

also void the warranty.

LUBRICATION

All of the bearings in this tool are

lubricated with a sufficient amount of high-

grade lubricant for the life of the unit under

normal conditions. Therefore, no further

lubrication is required.

REPARATION FOR RECYCLING

To preserve our natural resources, please

recycle or dispose of batteries operated

tools properly.

This product contains lithium-ion batteries.

Never dispose of this tool or its lithium-ion

batteries in normal household garbage or

in landfill sites as they will add to the

pollution of the environment.

Consult the local waste authority for

information regarding available recycling

and disposal options.

BATTERY MAINTENANCE

For power, long operational life and light

weight, this tool is powered by a lithium-ion

battery.

These lithium-ion batteries are powerful,

rugged and will provide hundreds of

charge/discharge cycles if properly

maintained.

NOTE: Never remove the battery in order

to use it for any other purpose. This will

void the warranty.

MAINTENANCE

How to care for the lithium-ion battery

1. Do not use the pivoting screwdriver at

temperatures below –10° C (14°F).

2. Never allow a battery to freeze.

3. Do not charge a battery that has been

stored at or below 0° C (32°F) or

above 45°C (113° F). Allow it to sit at

room temperature for at least 30

minutes before charging.

4. Do not charge the battery if the tool

seems warm to the touch.

5. To protect the battery this tool is

equipped with a battery monitor

circuit. When the battery voltage

reaches the minimum manufacturer’s

recommended voltage, it interrupts

the power to the tool, signaling that

the battery should be charged.

6. The battery monitoring circuit shuts

down at temperatures below –15° C

(5° F) to protect the battery.

7. At very low temperatures battery

output is severely reduced. However,

it is safe to use the tool, as its output

will increase to normal levels due to

self-generated heat.

MAINTENANCE

Rev 1.6 28/04/2011

PERFORMAX® 4 VOLT PIVOTING SCREWDRIVER WARRANTY

30-DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE:

This PERFORMAX® brand power tool carries our 30-Day Money Back

Guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with your PERFORMAX® brand

power tool for any reason within thirty (30) days from the date of purchase, return

the tool with your original receipt to any MENARDS® retail store, and we will

provide you a refund – no questions asked.

2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY:

This PERFORMAX® brand power tool carries a 2-Year Limited Warranty to the

original purchaser. If, during normal use, this PERFORMAX® power tool breaks

or fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two (2) years from the

date of original purchase, simply bring this tool with the original sales receipt

back to your nearest MENARDS® retail store. At its discretion, PERFORMAX®

agrees to have the tool or any defective part(s) repaired or replaced with the

same or similar PERFORMAX® product or part free of charge, within the stated

warranty period, when returned by the original purchaser with original sales

receipt. Not withstanding the foregoing, this limited warranty does not cover any

damage that has resulted from abuse or misuse of the Merchandise. This

warranty: (1) excludes expendable parts including but not limited to blades,

brushes, belts, bits, light bulbs, and/or batteries; (2) shall be void if this tool is

used for commercial and/or rental purposes; and (3) does not cover any losses,

injuries to persons/property or costs. This warranty does give you specific legal

rights and you may have other rights, which vary from state to state. Be careful,

tools are dangerous if improperly used or maintained. Seller’s employees are

not qualified to advise you on the use of this Merchandise. Any oral

representation(s) made will not be binding on seller or its employees. The rights

under this limited warranty are to the original purchaser of the Merchandise and

may not be transferred to any subsequent owner. This limited warranty is in lieu

of all warranties, expressed or implied including warranties or merchantability

and fitness for a particular purpose. Seller shall not be liable for any special,

incidental, or consequential damages. The sole exclusive remedy against the

seller will be for the replacement of any defects as provided herein, as long as

the seller is willing or able to replace this product or is willing to refund the

purchase price as provided above. For insurance purposes, seller is not allowed

to demonstrate any of these power tools for you.

For questions / comments, technical assistance or repair parts –

Please Call Toll Free at: 1-866-349-8665 (M-F 8am – 6pm)

SAVE YOUR RECEIPTS. THIS WARRANTY IS VOID WITHOUT THEM.

Distributed by: Menard, Inc., Eau Claire, WI 54703

Performax 241-1395 Owner's manual

Brand: Performax

Model: 241-1395

Category: Power screwdrivers

Type: Owner's manual

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