Craftsman 900.684253 User Manual

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INSTRUCTION

MANUAL

CRAFTSMAN

ELECTRIC

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BRAD NAILER-

MODEL NO.

900.684253

CAUTION:

Carefully

Read Rules for

Safe Operation

and Instructions

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Introduction

Operation

Maintenance
Repair Part

4"

sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL 60684

7 4 0 9 8 3 - 0 6 Printed in U.S.A.

(MAY 92-CD)

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC BRAD NAILER

If this Craftsman Electric Brad Nailer fails to give complete satisfaction within one year from date of purchase, return it to the
nearest Sears store throughout the United States, and Sears wi!_ replace it, free o[ chaige. If _h,s F-iectri¢ _rad Nailer 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. 698/731A, SEARS TOWER, CHICAGO, IL 60684

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (FOR ALL TOOLS)

WARNING: When using Electric Tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, elec-

tric shock, and personal injury, including the following:

1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.

2. CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don't expose power tools to rain. Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep
work area well lit.

3. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces. For example: pipes, radiators, ranges, refriger-
ator enclosures.

4. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept away from work area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord.

5. STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in dry, and high or locked-up place - out of reach of children.

6. DON'T FORCE TOOL. Itwill do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended.

7. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. Don't use tool for purpose not intended, for
example, don't use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.

8. DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear
are recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

9. USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dustmask if cutting operation is dusty.

10. DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tootby cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

11. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to holdwork. It's safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.

12. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

13. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safe performance. Follow instructionsfor lubricationand
changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged have repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect extension

cords periodicallyand replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

14. DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing, and when changing accessories, suchas blades, bits, cutters.

15. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from

toolbefore turning iton.

16. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don't carry plugged-in tool with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.

17. OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for use outdoors and so

marked.

18. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do notoperate tool when you are tired.

19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that isdamaged should be carefully checked to deter-
mine that it will operate properlyand perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, bindingof moving parts, break-

age of parts, mounting, and any other conditionsthat may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this instructionmanual. Have defective

switches replaced by authorized service centers. Do not use tool ifswitchdoes not turn it on and off.

20. DO NOT OPERATE portable electric tools near flammable liquidsor in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in these tools nor-
mally spark, and the sparks might ignitefumes.

SAVE THESE SAFETY RULES FOR FUTURE USE.

ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES

The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown intothe eyes, which can result in severe eye injury.
Always wear approved safety glasses or a face shield when working with this tool.

GROUNDING
This tool should be grounded while in use to protect-the operator from

electric shock. The tool is equipped with an approved three-conductor
cord and three-prong grounding type plug to fit the proper grounding

type receptacle, The green (or green and yellow) conductor in the cord

is the grounding wire. Never connect the green (or green and yellow)
wire to a live terminal. Your nailer has a plug like that shown in Figure A.
An adapter, Figures B and C, is available for connecting Figure A plugs
to two-prong receptacles. The green-colored rigid ear, lug, etc., must be
connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet

box.

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