Craftsman 24074292, 71.74291 User Manual
Model No. 71.74292
BEFORE returning
this product, first call:
(800) 539-6455
IMPORTANT OPERATING HINT:
When starting unit, first push the thumb switch forward and then squeeze
the control trigger. It is NOT necessary to keep the thumb switch pushed
forward during use.
CAUTION:
Before using this product, read this manual and follow
all its Safety Rules and Operating Instructions.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.craftsman.com
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Warranty ..................................................................................................... 2
Safety Instructions ..................................................................................... 2
Operation ................................................................................................... 4
Maintenance ............................................................................................... 6
Storage ....................................................................................................... 6
Service ....................................................................................................... 7
Espa_ot ...................................................................................................... 8
Fran£;ais.................................................................................................... 15
Craftsman One Year Full Warranty
If this Craftsman product fails due to manufacturer's defects within one
year from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears store or other
Craftsman outlet in the United States for free replacement.
This warranty applies for only 90 days if this product is ever used for
commercial or rental purposes.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING: Some dust created by
using power tools contains chemicals
known to the state of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
WARNING TO CALIFORNIA
RESIDENTS: Handling the cord on
this units (or cords with accessories
sold for this product) will expose you
to lead, a chemical known to the State
of California to cause cancer, and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Please wash hands after handling the
cord.
CRAFTSMAN CONVERTIBLE
CORDLESS 18V TOOL SYSTEM
This product is for use only with the
Craftsman Convertible Cordless 18V
Tool System. Do not use the tool
attachments with any other system
or power source, and do not use any
tool attachment on the power handle
that is not intended for use with this
system.
WARNING: When using this tool,
basicsafetyprecautionsshouldalways
befollowedtoreducetheriskoffire,
electricshock,andpersonalinjury,
includingthefollowing:
Toreduceriskofinjury:
Beforeanyuse,besureeveryone
usingthiselectricproductreadsand
understandsallsafetyandoperation
instructionscontainedinthismanual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS and
review frequently prior to use. Store in
wall charger slot.
AVOID DANGEROUS
ENVIRONMENTS and weather
conditions when using this tool.
DO NOT USE battery operated
appliance in the rain.
DO NOT ALLOW to be used as a toy.
Close attention is necessary when
used by or near children.
USE ONLY as described in this
manual.
IF SWEEPER IS NOT WORKING as it
should, has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors, or dropped into water,
return it to a service center.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY -All visitors
should be kept at a safe distance from
work area.
STORE IDLE UNIT INDOORS - When
not in use, the unit should be stored
indoors in a dry location - out of reach
of children.
NEVER PLACE OBJECTS into the
blower tubes; be sure to direct debris
away from bystanders, animals, glass,
and other solid objects that may allow
debris to ricochet which may break
glass, hurt people or animals, or cause
other damage.
DO NOT PUT any object into
openings. Do not use with opening
blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair,
and anything that may reduce air flow.
DON'T SET THE UNIT DOWN while
it is running - Be careful not to place
the unit down while on. This may clog
the air intake and damage the unit.
Debris such as gravel, sand, etc. may
also be picked up via the air intake
and propelled through the opening
causing serious injury to operator or
bystanders.
USE RIGHT TOOL - Do not use the
tool for any job except that for which it
is intended.
USE EXTRA CARE when using
sweeper on stairs.
DRESS PROPERLY =Do not wear
loose clothing or jewelry. They can
be caught in moving parts. Use of
gloves and substantial footwear is
recommended when working out-
doors. Wear protective hair covering to
contain tong hair.
DON'T OVERREACH = Maintain
proper footing and balance at all times.
Use both hands to operate unit safely.
KEEP HAIR, loose clothing, fingers,
and all parts of body away from
openings and moving parts.
USE SAFETY GLASSES - Always
wear proper eye protection, and use a
face or dust mask if operation isdusty.
MAINTAIN UNIT WITH CARE - Keep
the unit clean for best performance
and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow
instructions for service. Keep handles
dry, clean, and free from oil and
grease,
AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING
- Don't carry the appliance while
holding the switch area. The unit is
shipped partly charged, and may start
inadvertently if not handled properly.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS - If
any component of the appliance
experiences a hard impact, check that
no parts were damaged and verify that
the unit operates properly. Check for
misalignment or bending of moving
parts,breakageofparts,andanyother
conditionthatmayaffectoperation.
Apartthatisdamagedshouldbe
properlyrepairedorre-placedbyan
authorizedservicecenter.
STAYALERT-Watchwhatyouare
doing.Usecommonsense.Donot
operatethetoolwhenyouaretired.
Storetheseinstructionsbyfoldingin
halfandslidingintotheslotintheback
ofthewaltchargingrack.
FORHOUSEHOLDUSEONLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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ATTACHING THE SWEEPER TUBE
Before using, slide the sweeper tube
onto the main housing until the buttons
on both sides of the housing snap into
the corresponding openings in the
tube.
CONNECTING TOOL ATTACHMENT
TO THE POWER HANDLE
Be sure to follow the following safety
precautions when attaching and
detaching tools from the power handle.
Remove the battery from the handle
before attaching or detaching tools.
Never touch the control switches on
the power handle when attaching and
detaching tools.
To attach a tool:
1. Twist the lock ring on the power
handle to the unlocked position. (see
figure 1)
Figure 1
2. Insert the male end of the power
handle interface into the female socket
in the end of the tool attachment
making sure that it is firmly seated.
(see figure 2) The interface is keyed
so that it will only go together one
way. The handle and tool should go
together easily. If you experience
resistance in putting them together,
check that the keys on the handle are
properly aligned with the slots in the
tool.
Figure 2
3. Grasp the tool attachment firmly
with one hand (note, do not grasp on
a rotating part such as the auxiliary
handle), and twist the lock ring on the
power handle to the locked position
with the other hand. (see figure 3)
Figure 3
To detach a tool:
1. Grasp the tool attachment firmly
with one hand (note, do not grasp on
a rotating part such as the auxiliary
handle), and twist the lock ring on the
power handle to the unlocked position
with the other hand. (see figure 4)
Figure 4
Figure 5
2. Insert the battery fully into the
handle making sure that the spring-
loaded buttons on each side of the
battery pack snap into place in the
handle.
Removing the Battery
1. Depress the spring-loaded
buttons on both sides of the battery
simultaneously. (see figure 6)
2. Pull the power handle and tool
attachment apart. The power handle
and tool attachment should separate
easily. If they do not, check to be
sure that the lock ring is in the fully
unlocked position.
Attaching the Battery
1. Align the rib on the battery pack with
the corresponding slot in the end of the
power handle. (see figure 5)
Figure 6
2. Pull the battery pack straight out
from the handle.
To turn the tool on:
1. Grip the control grip firmly with one
hand and grip the auxiliary handle on
the tool attachment (if provided) with
the other hand.
2. Push the trigger that your thumb
rests on straight forward, this is the
safety release. (see figure 7)
Figure7
3.Whileholdingtheswitchunderyour
thumbintheforwardposition,useyour
fingerstopullupwardonthecontrol
trigger.(seefigure8)Thiswillenergize
thetoolandallowyoutodoyourwork.
ItisNOTnecessarytokeeppressure
onthethumbswitchafterthetoolhas
started.
Pleasenotethatthetoolwillnotstart
ifthelockringisnotinthefullylocked
position.
Figure8
To turn the tool off:
1. Release the control trigger and the
tool wilt turn off. The thumb switch wilt
return to the rear position to prevent
accidental re-starting of the tool.
WALL BRACKET
Mount the wall bracket securely to
the wall; attach with screws to a wall
stud. The use of wall board anchors
is NOT recommended. Place the tool
attachmentinthewaltbracketas
shownforconvenientstorage.(see
figure9)
Figure 9
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WARNING: Always remove the battery
when performing any maintenance on
the sweeper attachment.
WARNING: Always keep hands away
from the triggers when performing
maintenance on the sweeper.
LUBRICATION - No periodic
lubrication of the sweeper attachment
is required.
CLEANING OF PLASTIC PARTS
- Use only a dry brush or a cloth
with warm water and mild soap to
clean plastic parts. Many household
cleaners contain chemicals which
could damage the plastic. Never use
gasoline, turpentine, paint thinner or
similar fluids. Never spray-wash tool
or immerse in water. Water or liquid
inside the tool can cause serious
damage to the unit.
DROPPING THE UNIT - If you drop
the unit, carefully inspect it for any
damage before using it again. Have
the unit professionally repaired if
damage has occurred.
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TEMPERATU RE = Temperature
extremes limit the useful life of the
battery. The best storage place is one
that is cool and dry. Store the tool
awayfromdirectsunlight,heating
pipes,furnaces,etc.Donotstore
wheretemperaturesgobelow+40For
above+120F.
PREVENTING CORROSION =
Fertilizers and other garden chemicals
contain compounds that greatly
accelerate the corrosion of metals. Do
not store the appliance on or adjacent
to fertilizers or chemicals.
WARNING: Use only Craftsman
accessories and replacement parts
available from Sears. Use of non-
Craftsman accessories could be
hazardous. Call 1-800-366-PART.
BATTERY RECYCLING - To
preserve natural resources, please
recycle or dispose of this product's
NICKEL-CADMIUM (NiCd) BATTERY
properly. Local, state and federal laws
prohibit disposal of NiCd batteries
in ordinary trash. The manufacturer
is a participant in the Rechargeable
Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC)
recycling program. We have paid
a fee to allow for these batteries to
be properly disposed of via a RBRC
collection site (various retailers are
also RBRC participants). Please call
the RBRC toll free number at (800)
822-8837 or visit the RBRC web site
at www.rbrc.com to find a battery
collection center near you.
If you see any condition that may
affect safe operation, or if you have
any questions, contact our customer
service number at:
1=800-539-6455
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