Operator's Manual
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14.4 VOLT CORDLESS HAND VAC
Model No.
315.114460
Important Information:
• Charge battery pack before first use
• Use only charger provided
• Always use hand vac with filter installed
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_, WARNING" To reduce the risk of
injury, the user must read and
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using this product
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Sears, Roebuck and Co., 3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
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• Safety
• Features
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
• Table of Contents ........................................................................................................................................................... 2
• Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................................... 2
• Important Safety Instructions ......................................................................................................................................... 3
• Important Safety Instructions For Charger ..................................................................................................................... 4
• Features ......................................................................................................................................................................... 5
• Operation .................................................................................................................................................................... 6-8
• Accessories .................................................................................................................................................................... 8
• Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................... 9
• Exploded View And Repair Parts List .......................................................................................................................... 11
• Parts Ordering / Service ............................................................................................................................................... 12
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CmR_T,_MRN CORDLESS HAND VAC
If this rRRF¥$HAN Cordless Hand Vac fails to give complete satisfaction within one year from the date of purchase,
RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES, and Sears
will repair it, free of charge.
If this rRRFTSMRN Cordless Hand Vac is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days
from the date of purchase.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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_WARNING:
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision
Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields, available at Sears
Retail Stores. Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product.
Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance, and repair information.
MEANING
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
When using any electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the_
ollowing:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
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,_ WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK COULD OCCUR
IF CHARGED OUTDOORS OR ON WET
SURFACES.
,_ WARNING: A damaged battery is subject to
explosion. To avoid serious personal injury, properly
dispose of a damaged battery.
• Do not allow children to operate Hand Vac or play with
Hand Vac as a toy. Close attention is necessary when
used near children.
• This Hand Vac is intended for household use ONLY.
• Use this Hand Vac ONLY for its intended use as
described in this manual. Use only the attachments
recommended in this manual.
• Do not use charger with damaged cord or plug. If
Hand Vac is not working properly, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return to
your nearest Sears Service Center.
• Do not abuse cord. Never carry charger or base by the
cord or yank to disconnect from electrical outlet. Grasp
charger, not the cord, and pull to unplug. Do not allow
cord to hang over edge of table or counter or to touch
hot surfaces.
• Do not use an extension cord unless absolutely
necessary. Plug charger directly into electrical outlet.
• Do not handle charger or Hand Vac with wet hands.
• Do not use for wet pick-up. Hand Vac is for dry pick-up
only.
• Do not put any objects in ventilation openings. Do not
use with any opening blocked: keep openings free of
dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the
body away from openings and moving parts.
• Keep exhaust away from face, eyes, and hair during
use.
• NEVER vacuum materials such as hot coals, cigarette
butts, matches, etc.
• Do not use without dust bowl and filter in place.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging from or
plugging into an electrical outlet for charging.
• Use extra care when using on stairs.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids
such as gasoline or use in areas where such liquids
may be present.
• Do not use to pick up hard objects such as nails,
screws, coins, etc. Damage or injury could result.
• Hand Vac does not have to be plugged into an electrical
outlet, therefore it is always in operating condition. Be
aware of possible hazards when using your Hand Vac
or when changing accessories.
• USE ONLY THE CHARGER PROVIDED WITH YOUR
HAND VAC. Do not substitute any other charger. Use
of another charger could cause batteries to explode
causing possible serious injury.
• DO NOT PLACE HAND VAC OR BATTERIES NEAR
FIRE OR HEAT. They may explode.
• DO NOT CHARGE HAND VAC IN A DAMP OR WET
LOCATION. Do not use charger outdoors.
• Your Hand vac should be charged in a location where the
temperature is more than 50°F but less than 100°F.
• Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, bat-
tery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with
your skin, wash immediately with soap and water,
then neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar. If liquid
gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water for at
least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical atten-
tion. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious
personal injury.
• A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a
separate battery pack must be recharged only with
the specified charger for the battery. Acharger that
may be suitable for one type of battery may create a
risk of fire when used with another battery. Use battery
only with charger listed.
BATTERY PACK 1310717 (Item No. 9 11013)
CHARGER 981481-001 (Item No. 9 11012)
• Use battery operated tool only with specifically
designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries
may create a risk of fire. Use only with battery pack
listed.
• Batteries vent hydrogen gas and can explode in the
presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light. To
reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never use
any cordless product in the presence of open flame. An
exploded battery can propel debris and chemical. If
exposed, flush with water immediately.
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 replace-
ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance
section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or
failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a
risk of shock or injury.
• Save these instructions. This manual contains
important safety and operating instructions for
charger item no. 9 11012 (981481-001). Following
this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or
serious personal injury.
• Before using battery charger, read all instructions
and cautionary markings in this manual, on battery
charger, and product using battery charger. Follow-
ing this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire,
or serious personal injury.
• To reduce risk of injury, charge only nickel-
cadmium rechargeable batteries. Other types of
batteries may burst causing personal injury and
damage. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
• Do not expose charger to rain or snow. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or
serious personal injury.
• Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by
the battery charger manufacturer may result in a
risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,
fire, or serious personal injury.
• To reduce risk of damage to charger body and
cord, pull by charger plug rather than cord when
disconnecting charger. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
• Make sure cord is located so that it will not be
stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to
damage or stress. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of serious personal injury.
• An extension cord should not be used unless
absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension
cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If
extension cord must be used, make sure:
a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the
same number, size and shape as those of
plug on charger.
b. That extension cord is properly wired and in
good electrical condition; and
c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere
rating of charger as specified below:
Cord Length (Feet) 25' 50' 100'
Cord Size (AWG) 16 16 16
Note: AWG = American Wire Gage
• Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or
plug. If damaged, have replaced immediately by a
qualified serviceman. Following this rule will reduce
the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal
injury.
• Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp
blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any
way; take it to a qualified serviceman. Following this
rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or
serious personal injury.
• Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified
serviceman when service or repair is required.
Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric
shock or fire. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug
charger from outlet before attempting any mainte-
nance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not
reduce this risk. Following this rule will reduce the risk
of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
• Do not use charger outdoors. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious per-
sonal injury.
• Disconnect charger from power supply when not in
use. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
DANGER: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT
A
TOUCH UNINSULATED PORTION OF OUTPUT
CONNECTOR OR UNINSULATED BATTERY
TERMINAL.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently
and use them to instruct others who may use this
tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these
instructions also. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS