Chicago Electric 96298 User Manual

10.8 VOLT CORDLESS DRIVER

Model

96298

®

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.

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TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY, READ

AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND

INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Power Source 1.3Ah Battery

Charge Time 5-7 Hours, after initial charge

Charger Input 120V ~60Hz

Chuck Type 1/4” Hex Shank Drive

Torque Settings 24

Variable Speed 0-500 RPM

Maximum Torque 80 in./lb.

Reversible Yes

Trigger Lock Yes

Weight 1.8 Pounds

1 Hex shank adapter

Included

You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, oper­ating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and assembly diagram.
Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front
cover. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.

6 Phillips head bits
3 flat head bits
1 Battery Charger

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING!

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result

in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.

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Work Area

Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas

invite accidents.

Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the pres-

ence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may

ignite the dust or fumes.

Keep bystanders and children away while operating a power tool. Distractions

can cause you to lose control. Protect others in the work area from debris such as

chips and sparks. Provide barriers or shields as needed.

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Electrical Safety

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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.

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 Charger’s power cord. Never use the Power Cord to carry

the Charger or pull the Plug from an outlet. Keep the Power Cord away from

heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged Power Cords im-

mediately. Damaged Power Cords increase the risk of electric shock.

Personal Safety

Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operat-

ing a power tool. Do not use a power tool while tired or under the influence

of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power

tools may result in serious personal injury.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair.

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

jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

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Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the Rotation Button (6) is in the locked

position before inserting the Battery. Carrying power tools with your finger on

the trigger, or inserting the Battery with the trigger depressed, invites accidents.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing

and balance enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, nonskid safety

shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.

Always wear ANSI-approved safety goggles when working with this tool.

Tool Use and Care

Use clamps (not included) or other practical ways to secure and support the

workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body

is unstable and may lead to loss of control.

Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct

tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.

Do not use the power tool if the trigger does not operate it. Any tool that cannot

be controlled with the trigger is dangerous and must be replaced.

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Remove the battery from the tool and set the Rotation Button (6) to the cen-

ter, locked position, before making any adjustments, changing accessories,

or storing the tool. These preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting

the tool accidentally.

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Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools

are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

Maintain the Cordless Driver with care. Keep screwdriver bits clean. Properly

maintained accessories with a clean edge are less likely to bind and are easier to

control. Do not use a damaged tool or accessory. Tag damaged tools “Do not use”

until repaired.

Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any

other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool

serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.

Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your

model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous

when used on another tool.

Service

Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or

maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.

When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instruc-

tions in this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance

instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

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Maintain a safe working environment. Keep the work area well lit. Make sure

there is adequate surrounding workspace. Always keep the work area free of ob-

structions, grease, oil, trash, and other debris. Do not use the Cordless Driver in

areas near flammable chemicals, dusts, and vapors. Do not use this product in a

damp or wet location.

Maintain labels and nameplates on the Cordless Driver. These carry important

information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replace-

ment.

When using the Cordless Driver, always maintain a firm grip on the tool with

both hands.

Hold the tool by its insulated gripping surfaces when performing an opera-

tion where the Cordless Driver may contact hidden wiring. Contact with a

“live” wire will make exposed metal parts of the Cordless Driver “live” and shock

the operator.

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Do not use the Cordless Driver or Charger if it has been dropped, damaged,

left outdoors, or immersed in liquid.

To avoid electric shock, do not pull or carry the Charger by its Power Cord or

pull the Power Cord around sharp corners or edges. Do not unplug the Charger

by pulling on the Power Cord. Keep the Power Cord away from heated surfaces.

To avoid electrical shock, do not handle the Charger, the Adapter, or the Cord-

less Driver with wet hands.

Keep the Handles of the Cordless Driver dry, clean, and free from oil or

grease.

Avoid unintentional starting. Make sure you are prepared to begin work before

turning on the Cordless Driver.

Never leave the Charger unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet.

Unplug the Charger from its electrical outlet before leaving. Place the Charger on

a solid surface such as a garage floor; never place on anything flammable.

PROPER BATTERY PACK CARE: Battery Pack (19) leakage may occur under

extreme usage or temperature conditions. If Battery Pack fluid comes in con-

tact with skin, rinse with lemon juice and vinegar then wash with soap and water.

If the fluid comes into contact with the eyes, flush with water for several minutes

and contact a doctor immediately. Never burn the Battery Pack, as it can explode

in a fire. Do not charge the Cordless Driver with a leaking Battery Pack. Contact

local solid waste authorities for instructions on correct disposal or recycling of the

Battery Pack.

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WARNING! Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and
other construction activities, contain chemicals known (to the State of California) to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are: lead from lead-based paints, crystalline silica from bricks and cement
or other masonry products, arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
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 dust masks that are specially
designed to filter out microscopic particles. (California Health & Safety Code §

25249.5, et seq.)

WARNING! People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before
using this product. Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart
pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker.