SBT 4-A22

About this documentation

• Read this documentation before initial operation or use. This is a prerequisite for safe, trouble-free handling and use of the product.
  
• Observe the safety instructions and warnings in this documentation and on the product.
  
• Always keep the operating instructions with the product and make sure that the operating instructions are with the product when it is given to other persons.
  

Explanation of symbols used

Warnings

Warnings alert persons to hazards that occur when handling or using the product. The following signal words are used:

Symbols in the documentation

The following symbols are used in this document:

	Read the operating instructions before use.
	Instructions for use and other useful information
	Dealing with recyclable materials
	Do not dispose of electric equipment and batteries as household waste

Symbols in the illustrations

The following symbols are used in illustrations:

	These numbers refer to the corresponding illustrations found at the beginning of these operating instructions
	The numbering reflects the sequence of operations shown in the illustrations and may deviate from the steps described in the text
	Item reference numbers are used in the overview illustrations and refer to the numbers used in the product overview section
	This symbol is intended to draw special attention to certain points when handling the product.

Product-dependent symbols

Symbols on the product

The following symbols are used on the product:

	Drilling without hammer action
	Revolutions per minute
	Rated speed under no load
	Direct current (DC)
	The power tool supports near-field communication (NFC) technology, which is compatible with iOS and Android platforms.
	Hilti Li-ion battery type series used. Observe the information given in the section headed Intended use .
	Li-ion battery
	Never use the battery as a striking tool.
	Do not drop the battery. Never use a battery that has suffered an impact or is damaged in any other way.

Product information

products are designed for professional users and only trained, authorized personnel are permitted to operate, service and maintain the products. This personnel must be specifically informed about the possible hazards. The product and its ancillary equipment can present hazards if used incorrectly by untrained personnel or if used not in accordance with the intended use.
The type designation and serial number are printed on the rating plate.

• Write down the serial number in the table below. You will be required to state the product details when contacting Hilti Service or your local Hilti organization to inquire about the product.
  Product information

  Drill/driver	SBT 4‑A22
  Generation	01
  Serial no.

Declaration of conformity

We declare, on our sole responsibility, that the product described here complies with the applicable directives and standards. A copy of the declaration issued by the certification department can be found at the end of this documentation.
The technical documentation is filed here:
Hilti Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH | Tool Certification | Hiltistrasse 6 | 86916 Kaufering, Germany

General power tool safety warnings

WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all 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

• 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.
  

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 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.
  
• 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.
  
• 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 jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery 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 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.
  

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.
  

Drill safety warnings

• Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury.
  

• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
  

Drill/driver safety warnings

• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where the fastener may contact hidden wiring. Fasteners contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
  

Additional safety precautions for screwdrivers

• Use the product only if it is in perfect working order. Never tamper with or modify the tool in any way.
  
• Use the auxiliary grips supplied with the tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury.
  
• Always hold the power tool with both hands on the grips provided. Keep the grips clean and dry.
  
• Hold the power tool by the insulated gripping surfaces when performing work in which the accessory tool might come into contact with concealed wiring. If the accessory tool comes into contact with a live wire, metal parts of the power tool can also become live, resulting in an electric shock.
  
• Do not touch rotating parts – risk of injury!
  
• Wear protective gloves also when changing the accessory tool. Touching the accessory tool presents a risk of injury (cuts or burns).
  
• Before beginning the work, check the hazard classification of the dust that will be produced. Wear respiratory protection of a type suitable for the dust you are exposed to and use an industrial vacuum cleaner with an officially approved protection classification in accordance with locally applicable dust protection regulations.
  
• Take breaks and exercise your fingers to improve the blood circulation. Exposure to vibration during long periods of work can lead to disorders of the blood vessels and nervous system in the fingers, hands and wrists.
  
• Before beginning work, check the working area for concealed electric cables or gas and water pipes. External metal parts of the power tool can become live, presenting a risk of electric shock, if you accidentally damage an electric cable.
  
• Switch the power tool off if the accessory tool sticks and stalls. The power tool may be deflected laterally.
  
• Wait until the power tool stops completely before you lay it down.
  

Product overview

1. Side handle
   
2. Keyless chuck
   
3. Function setting ring
   
4. Gear selector switch
   
5. Forward/reverse selector switch with safety lock
   
6. Control switch (with electronic speed control)
   
7. Grip
   
8. Release buttons with additional function (state of charge display activation)
   
9. Rating plate
   
10. Belt hook (optional)
    
11. State of charge and fault display (Li-ion battery)
    

Intended use

The product described is a hand-held cordless drill/driver. It is designed for driving and removing screws and for drilling in steel, wood and plastic.

• Use only Hilti Li-ion batteries of the B18 / B22 series with this product.
  
• Use only the Hilti battery chargers of the C4/36 series for these batteries.
  

Li-ion battery state of charge display

The charge state of the Li-ion battery and malfunctions of the power tool are indicated by the display on the Li‑ion battery. The charge state of the Li‑ion battery is displayed after pressing one of the two battery release buttons.

Status	Meaning
4 LEDs light.	State of charge: 75 % to 100 %
3 LEDs light.	State of charge: 50 % to 75 %
2 LEDs light.	State of charge: 25 % to 50 %
1 LED lights.	State of charge: 10 % to 25 %
1 LED blinks, the power tool is ready for use.	State of charge: < 10 %
1 LED blinks, the power tool is not ready for use.	The battery has overheated or is completely discharged.
4 LEDs blink, the power tool is not ready for use.	The power tool is overloaded or has overheated.

Items supplied

Drill / driver, operating instructions.

• Other system products approved for use with this product can be found at your local Hilti Center or online at: www.hilti.group
  

Drill/driver

Rated voltage		21.6 V
Weight including battery B22⁄8.0		6.8 lb
Speed	1st gear	0 /min … 370 /min
	2nd gear	0 /min … 2,140 /min
Torque (soft joint)		≤ 37 ftlbf
Torque range (15 settings)		1 ftlbf … 9 ftlbf
Ø drill bit (metal)		1/16 in … 1/2 in
Ø drill bit (hardwood)		1/16 in … 3/4 in
Ø drill bit (softwood)		1/16 in … 1 1/4 in

Charging the battery

1. Before charging the battery, read the operating instructions for the charger.
   
2. Make sure that the contacts on the battery and the contacts on the charger are clean and dry.
   
3. Use an approved charger to charge the battery.
   

Inserting the battery

1. Charge the battery fully before using it for the first time.
   
2. Push the battery into the battery holder until it engages with an audible click.
   
3. Check that the battery is seated securely.
   

Removing the battery

1. Press the battery release buttons.
   
2. Remove the battery from the tool.
   

Fitting and adjusting the side handle

• Fit or adjust the side handle.
  

Fitting the accessory tool

1. Set the forward/reverse switch to the middle position or remove the battery from the power tool.
   
2. Check that the connection end of the accessory tool is clean. Clean the connection end if necessary.
   
3. Open the keyless chuck.
   
4. Insert the accessory tool into the keyless chuck and then turn the chuck firmly by hand until tight and several clicks are heard.
   
5. Check that the accessory tool is held securely.
   

Removing the accessory tool

1. Set the forward/reverse switch to the middle position or remove the battery from the power tool.
   
2. Open the keyless chuck.
   
3. Pull the accessory tool out of the keyless chuck.
   

Fitting the belt hook (optional)

• Fit the belt hook.
  

Setting forward or reverse rotation

• Set the forward/reverse switch to the desired direction of rotation.
  

Selecting the gear

• Select the gear.
  

Switching on

• Press the control switch.
  
  Speed can be controlled steplessly right up to maximum by varying how far the control switch is pressed in.
  

Drilling

1. Set the torque and operating mode selector ring to the symbol.
   
2. Set the forward/reverse switch to the “forward” position.
   

Screwdriving

1. Set the torque and operating mode selector ring to the required torque.
   
2. Set the forward/reverse switch to the desired direction of rotation.
   

Switching off

• Release the control switch.