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• Always unplug the drill when attaching or removing accessories. When attaching accessories
in the drill chuck, it is important to securely tighten the chuck using all three holes to prevent
slippage. When using a keyless chuck, hand tighten firmly.
MOTOR
Be sure your power supply agrees with nameplate marking. 120 Volts AC only means your
drill will operate on standard 60 Hz household power. Do not operate AC tools on DC. A rating
of 120 volts AC/DC means that your tool will operate on standard 60 Hz AC or DC power. This
information is printed on the nameplate. Lower voltage will cause loss of power and can result
in over-heating. All Black & Decker tools are factory-tested; if this tool does not operate, check
the power supply.
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
Make sure the extension cord is in good condition before using. Always use the proper size
extension cords with the tool – that is, proper wire size for various lengths of cord and heavy
enough to carry the current the tool will draw. Use of an undersized cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. For proper size cords see chart below.
ASSEMBLY/ADJUSTMENT SET-UP
WARNING: Always unplug drill from power supply before any of the following operations.
SIDE HANDLE (1/2" DRILLS ONLY)
• If your drill is equipped with a side handle, it must be installed properly to control the drill
• Insert bolt into recessed hole with molded hex shape, making sure that hex head is seated
fully to prevent bolt from turning.
• Place circular opening over drill chuck and onto front of drill gear case.
• Place the drill on its side and holding the bolt head with your finger, thread handle onto bolt.
The handle now has a full range of 360 degrees around the drill.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read, understand and follow all
important safety warnings and instructions prior to using tool.
WARNING: It is important to support the work properly and to hold the drill firmly to prevent
loss of control which could cause personal injury If you have any questions on how to
properly operate tool, call: 1-800-544-6986.
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.
FORWARD/REVERSE (DR202, DR201, DR211, DR220, DR403, DR601)
To select forward rotation push the switch control lever to the RIGHT (when viewed from the
chuck end) (Fig.1). To select reverse push the lever to the LEFT (when viewed from the chuck
end). After all reversing operations, switch the tool to the forward running mode.
NOTE: WHEN THE SWITCH CONTROL LEVER IS IN THE CENTER POSITION THE DRILL
WILL NOT OPERATE. DO NOT FORCE TRIGGER. SELECT FORWARD OR REVERSE
BEFORE TURNING DRILL ON.
FORWARD/REVERSE (DR501)
To select forward rotation push the switch control lever to the LEFT (when viewed from the
chuck end) (Fig.1). To select reverse push the lever to the RIGHT (when viewed from the
chuck end). After all reversing operations, switch the tool to the forward running mode.
NOTE: WHEN THE SWITCH CONTROL LEVER IS IN THE CENTER POSITION THE DRILL
WILL NOT OPERATE. DO NOT FORCE TRIGGER. SELECT FORWARD OR REVERSE
BEFORE TURNING DRILL ON.
CHUCK & KEY OPERATION (DR501, DR601)
Turn chuck collar to open chuck jaws. Place bit in chuck as far as it will go. Tighten chuck collar
by hand. Place chuck key in each of the three holes, and tighten in clockwise direction (Fig. 2).
Tighten chuck with all three holes to prevent slippage.
KEYLESS CHUCK OPERATION
To attach accessories, grasp the rear half of the chuck with one hand and use your other hand
to rotate the front half in the counterclockwise direction as viewed from the chuck end shown in
Figure 3. 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.
QUICK CONNECT
TM
BIT CHANGE SYSTEM - (DR211,DR220)
A unique feature of the DR211 and DR220 drills is the ability to remove the chuck quickly and
easily. This allows for a drill bit to be in the keyless chuck, while another accessory such as a
screwdriver bit, can be inserted into the Quick Connect
TM
hex shaft at the same time.
To remove the chuck:
1. Grasp the drill and depress the two orange buttons on the chuck collar as shown in
Figure 4.
2. With the buttons depressed, pull straight out.
To replace the chuck:
1. Push the quick connect chuck straight on with a slight twisting motion until you hear it
click into place.
To insert a screwdriver bit into the Quick Connect
TM
hex shaft, push the bit in until you hear it
click into place. To remove the bit, hold the drill as shown in figure 5. Push in evenly on the
spring loaded disc with two fingers and pull the bit straight out.
SWITCH
To turn the drill ON squeeze the trigger switch. The farther the trigger is depressed, the higher
the speed of the drill. To turn the tool OFF release the trigger switch. The drill can be locked
ON (maximum RPM only) for continuous use by squeezing the trigger while pushing in on the
locking button (Fig .1). Hold the locking button in while you release the trigger switch and then
release the locking button. The drill will continue to run. To turn the drill OFF from a locked ON
condition, squeeze and release the trigger.
WARNING: The drill should only be locked ON when it is held stationary in a drill press
stand or other means; NOT BY HAND! Never unplug the tool with the locking feature
engaged. To do so will cause the tool to start immediately the next time it is plugged in.
BUILT-IN LEVEL (DR201, DR202, DR211, DR220, DR403, DR501, DR601)
Your drill is equipped with a bubble level that assists you in drilling level holes (figure 6). To
assure accuracy, first place a level on your workpiece and position it so that it is level. Then,
when the drill reads level, the two will be aligned. (Any bubble level can only indicate level
relative to the earth.)
NOTE: The level is filled with mineral oil that may cause minor skin or eye irritation when
contacted. If the level breaks and this fluid gets on your skin, rinse thoroughly with water. If any
liquid gets in your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and call a physician immediately.
DRILLING
• Always unplug the drill when attaching or removing accessories. When attaching
accessories in the drill chuck, it is important to securely tighten the chuck using all three
holes to prevent slippage. When using a keyless chuck, hand tighten firmly.
• Use sharp drill bits only.
• Support and secure work properly, as instructed in the Safety Instructions.
• Use appropriate and required safety equipment, as instructed in the safety instructions.
• Secure and maintain work area, as instructed in the safety instructions.
• Run the drill very slowly, using light pressure, until the hole is started enough to keep the drill
bit from slipping out of it.
• Apply pressure in a straight line with the bit. Use enough pressure to keep the bit biting but
not so much as to stall the motor or deflect the bit.
• Hold the drill firmly to control its twisting action..
• DO NOT CLICK THE TRIGGER OF A STALLED DRILL OFF AND ON IN AN ATTEMPT TO
START IT. DAMAGE TO THE DRILL CAN RESULT.
• Minimize stalling on breakthrough by reducing pressure and slowly drilling through the last
part of the hole.
• Keep the motor running while pulling the bit out of a drilled hole. This will help reduce
jamming.
• Use a cutting lubricant when drilling metals. The exceptions are cast iron and brass which
should be drilled dry. The lubricants that work best are sulphurized cutting oil or lard oil.
Bacon grease will also serve.
• When using twist drill bits to drill holes in wood, it will be necessary to pull the bits out
frequently to clear chips from the flutes.
• Plug in drill. Make sure switch turns drill on and off.
KEYLESS CHUCK REMOVAL
(DR201, DR202, DR211, DR220, DR403)
UNPLUG DRILL. Tighten the chuck around the shorter end of a hex key (not supplied) of 1/4"
(6.4mm) or greater size. Using a soft hammer, strike key sharply in a counterclockwise
direction (when viewed from the front of the tool). This will loosen the chuck so that it can be
unscrewed by hand.
KEYED CHUCK REMOVAL
(DR501, DR601)
UNPLUG DRILL. NOTE: Before attempting to remove chuck, shift the drill into the drilling
mode (not hammer, if so equipped).
Place chuck key in any one of the three holes in the chuck. Using a soft hammer, strike the
key in a clockwise direction. This will loosen the torx screw inside the chuck. Open chuck
jaws fully, insert a torx screwdriver into front of chuck between jaws to engage screw head.
Remove screw by turning clockwise (left-hand-thread). Place key in chuck. Using a soft
hammer, strike key sharply in a counterclockwise direction. This will loosen the chuck so that
it can be unscrewed by hand.
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;
bacon grease will also serve the purpose.
HAMMER ACTION (DR403, DR601)
Your drill has hammer action which is engaged by rotating the hammer/drill selector lever on
the top of the unit. To select hammering, turn off the drill and rotate the lever shown in either
Figure 7A or 7B so that the arrow on the lever points to to the hammer symbol on the drill
housing. To select drilling, turn off the drill and rotate the lever so that the arrow on the lever
points to the drill symbol.
DRILLING IN MASONRY (Shift drill into hammer mode as shown in Fig. 7A or 7B)
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.
DR601 ONLY:
CAUTION: Hold drill firmly to control the twisting action of the drill. If your drill is equipped
with a side handle, always use the side handle.
Under some conditions, when removing the drill bit from a masonry workpiece (with the drill
running) while drilling in the hammer mode, the transmission can be temporarily shifted into
the lower speed, higher torque drill mode. To control the unit in this condition, hold the drill
firmly, using both the main handle of the tool and the side handle. The unit is designed to
return to the hammer mode automatically as soon as the drill bit is cleared from the
workpiece; no change of the hammerdrill/drill selector lever position by the user is required.
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 should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service
personnel, always using identical replacement parts.
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.
SERVICE INFORMATION
Black & Decker offers a full network of company-owned and authorized service locations
throughout North America. All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained
personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable power tool service.
Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts, contact the
Black & Decker location nearest you. To find your local service location, refer to the yellow
pages directory under "Tools—Electric" or call: 1-800-544-6986.
FULL TWO-YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in material
or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of
two ways.
The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from whom
it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should be made
within the time period of the retailer’s policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days after the
sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Please 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 our option. Proof of purchase may be
required. Black & Decker owned and authorized Service Centers are listed under "Tools-
Electric" in the yellow pages of the phone directory.
This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and
you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Should you have any questions,
contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center. These products are not
intended for commercial use.
MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED CAPACITIES
Cat. # Type Steel Soft Wood Hard Wood Masonry
DR201 3/8"Drill 3/8"(10mm) Twist Bit 1-1/4"(31.7mm) 1"(25.4mm) N/A
DR202 3/8"Drill 3/8"(10mm) Twist Bit 1-1/4"(31.7mm) 1"(25.4mm) N/A
DR211 3/8"Drill 3/8"(10mm) Twist Bit 1-1/4"(31.7mm) 1"(25.4mm) N/A
DR220 3/8"Drill 3/8"(10mm) Twist Bit 1-1/4"(31.7mm) 1"(25.4mm) N/A
DR403 3/8"Hammer Drill 3/8"(10mm) Twist Bit 1-1/4"(31.7mm) 1"(25.4mm) 3/8"(10mm)
DR501 1/2"Drill 1/2"(12.7mm) Twist Bit 1-1/2"(38.1mm) 1-1/4"(31.7mm) N/A
DR601 1/2"Hammer Drill 1/2"(12.7mm) Twist Bit 1-1/2"(38.1mm) 1-1/4"(31.7mm) 1/2"(12.7mm)
See ‘Tools-Electric’
– Yellow Pages –
for Service & Sales
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.,
701 E. Joppa Rd.
Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150
240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300
Ampere Rating
More Not more American Wire Gage
Than Than
0-6 18 16 16 14
6 - 10 18 16 14 12
10 - 12 16 16 14 12
12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended