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Owner's Manual
IrRRFT MRN°I
3/8 in. CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER
Variable Speed / Reversible
Model No.
973.111400
Save this manual for
future reference
CAUTION: Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Operating Instructions
before first use of this product.
Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.comlcraftsman
972000-775
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• Safety
• Features
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
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• Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................ 2
• introduction and Product Specifications ............................................................................................. 2
• Rules For Safe Operetien ........................................................................................................................... 3-5
A. Important Safety Rules For Battery Tools ........................................................................... 4
B. Important Safety Instructions For Charger .,k......... _.:................................................ 4
ill Accessories ............................................................................................................................................. 6
• Features .................................................................................................................................................. 6
• Operation ....................................................................................................... 7-12
• Maintenance ............................................................................................................ _........................... 13
• Battery Pack Removal and Preparation For Recycling ................................................................................ 14
U Exploded View and Repair Parts List ................................................................................................... 15
• Parts Ordering / Service ............................................................................................................................... 16
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRRFTSHRN 318 in. DRILL-DRIVER
If this CRRFTSH RN 3/8 in. Drill-Driver fails to give complete satisfaction within one year from the date of p_r-
chase, RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED
STATES, and Sears will repair it, free or charge. _,
If this ERRFT$1VlRN 3/8 in. Drill-Driver is used for commerciai or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only g0
days from the date of purchase.
This warranty gives you specitie legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state,
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Your drill driver has many features for making drilling
operations more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety,
performance and dependability have been given top
priority in the design of this drill-driver making it easy
to maintain and operate.
_i, CAUTION: Carefu y read through this entire
owner's manual before using your new drill-driver.
Pay close attention to the Rules For Safe
Operation. Warnings and Cautions. If you use
your drill-driver properly and only for what it is
intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable
service.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Chuck Capacity
Motor
Charger Rating
No Load Speed
Switch
Charge Rate
2
3/8 in.
16.8 Volts DC
120 volts. 60 Hz, AC Only
0- 350 / 0- 1300 RPM
Variable Speed - Reversible
1 Hour
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The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and
the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. ]'he safety warnings do
not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for
proper accident prevention measures.
SYMBOL MEANING
A
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:
Indlcateswamlngorcaution. Maybeusedineonjun_ionwithothersymbolsorpi_ographs.
A
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructid_s vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
_k WARNING: Do not to this tool •
until you have read thoroughly and understand
completely all instructions, safety rules, etc.
contained in this manual. Failure to comply can
result in accidents involving fire, electric shock, or
serious personal injury. Save owner's manual and
review frequently for continuing safe operation,
and instructing others who may use this tool.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
• KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read owner's
manual carefully. Learn its applications and
limitationsas well as the specific potentialhazards
related to this tool.
• GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by
preventing body contact with grounded surfaces.
For exampte: Pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerato_
enclosures.
• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents.
• AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use
power tool in damp or wet locations or expose to
rain. Keep work area welt lit.
• KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. Al!
visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a
safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors
contact too] or extension cord.
• STORE IDLE TOOLS, When not in use tools
should be stored in a dry and high or locked-up
place - out of the reach of children.
• DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and
safer st the rate for which it was designed
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others,
Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of Nre, electric shock and personal Injury.
CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to
yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shack
and personal injury.
attempt operate
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 - A
circular saw shou[d never be used for cutting tree
limbs or logs.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry that can get caught in tool's
moving parts and cause personal injury Rubber
gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair and keep it from being
drawn into nearby air vents.
• ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES, Everyday
eyeglasses have on[y impact-resistant lenses; they
are NOT safety glasses.
• PROTECT YOUR LUNGS, Wear a face mask or
dust mask if operation is dusty
• PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing
protection during extended periods of operation.
• SECURE WORK, Usa clamps or a vise to hold
work. It's safer than using your hand and it frees
both hands to operate tool.
• DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Do not use on a ladder or
unstable support.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE, Keep tools sharp
at all times, and clean for best and safest perfor-
mance. Follow (nstructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES,
Form habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before
turning it on.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
• NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
Normal sparking of the motor could Ignite flam-
mable liquids, gases, or fume&
• KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE
FROM OIL AND GREASE, Always use a clean
cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids,
gasoline, petroleum-based products or any strong
solvents to clean your tool.
• STAY ALERT. Watch whet you are doing and use
common sense. Do not operate tool when you are
tired. Do not rush.
• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of
the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefuJiy checked to determine that it wi]]
operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and
any other conditions that may affect its operation.
A guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorized []
service center unless indicated elsewhere in this
instruction manual.
• DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT
TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches
replaced by an authorized service center.
• DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not
operate tool while under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or any medication.
• DRILLING OR DRIVING SCREWS INTO
ELECTRICAL WIRING IN WALLS, CEILINGS,
OR OTHER AREAS CAN CAUSE THE BIT OR
CHUCK TO BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE. Do
not touch metal parts when drilling; grasp only the
insulated handle(s) or plastic housing when using
this tool. Make sure hidden electrical wiring, water
pipes, and mechanical hazards are not in the path
of the bit when drttling into a wall.
• INSPECT FOR and remove all nails from lumber
before drilling. _,
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY
TOOLS
[] Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in
operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards
when not using your battery tool or when changing
accessories.
• USE ONLY THE CHARGER PROVIDED WITH
YOUR BATTERY TOOL. DO not substitute any
other charger, Use of another charger could cause
batteries to explode causing possible serious
injury.
[]
DO NOT PLACE BATTERY TOOLS OR THEIR
BATTERIES NEAR FIRE OR HEAT, They may
explode.
[]
DO NOT CHARGE BATTERY TOOL IN A DAMP
OR WET LOCATION.
• Your battery tool 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,
battery 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 in your eyes, flush them
with dean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek
immediate medical attention.
If carrying your battery tool at your side, make sure
it is not running and your finger is not on the
switch. Avoid accidental starting.
SECURE WGRK before apply{ng power. NEVER
hold workpiece in your hand or across your legs.
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL
CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CHARGER
• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual
contains important safety and operating
instructions for charger item number 9-11118
(982139-001 ),
• Before using battery charger, read all instructions
and cautionary markings in this manual, on battery
charger, and product using battery charger.
_WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, charge only
nickel-cadmium type reohargeab[e batteries. Other
types of batteries may burst causing personal
injury and damage.
• Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
[] Usa 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.
• To reduce risk of damage to charger body and
cord, pull by plug body rather than cord when
disconnecting charger.
• Make sure cord is located so that it will not be
stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to
damage or stress.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
• An extension cord should not be used unless
absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension
cordcould result in a risk of fire and electricshock.
Ifextens(on cord must be used, make sure:
a. That pins on plug of extension card are the
same number, size and shape as those of plug
on charger, k
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 spee(fied 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. Jfdamaged,
have replaced immediately by a qualified
serviceman.
• 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.
• Do not dlsassemb(e charger; take it to a qualified
serv(ceman when service or repair is required..
Incorrect reassembly may result (n a risk of electric
shock or fire,
• To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger
from outlet before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this
risk.
• Do not use charger outdoors,
• Disconnect charger from power supply when not in
use.
• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them
frequently and use them to instruct others who may
use this tool. If you (oan someone this tool, loan
them these instructions also.
_k.WARNING: Some dust created by power
sanding, saw(ng, grinding, dr((ling, and other
construction activ(ties contaiRs chemicals known to
cause cancer, birth detects or other reproducl)ve
harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
- lead from lead-based paints,
• crystaUite silica from bricks and cement
and other masonry products, and
• 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 chemicaSs: work in a we(I
ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic
• particles,
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions, it means attention!!! Your
safety is involved.
,_ 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 beg(nning power tool operation, always
wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a fu(I face shield when needed.
We recommend Wide Vision S_fety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety
glasses with side shields, available at Sears Retail Stores.