Craftsman 973114090 Owner’s Manual

Operator's Manual

CRRFTSMRN'I

14.4 VOLT CORDLESS HAND VAC

Model No.

973.114090

Important Information:

• Charge battery pack before first use

• Use only charger provided

• Always use hand vac with filter installed

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,_ 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., 3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman

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• Safety

• Features

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

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• 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 rRRFTSMRN CORDLESS HAND VAC

If this CRRFTSHRNCordless 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 replace it, free of charge.

If this CRAFTSMANCordless 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

,_, Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!! Your safety is involved.

_1 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.

••followingWhenusing: any electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the I

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

_kWARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK COULD OCCUR IF

CHARGED OUTDOORS OR ON WET SURFACES.

• 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, dam- aged, 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. 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 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 electri- cal 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 HAI_iDMAC OR BAI-FERIES 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 ina location where

the temperature is more than 50°F but less than 100°E

• Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,

battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with skin, wash at least 10 minutes then seek immedi- ate medical attention.

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.

_1=WARNING: A damaged battery is subject to

explosion. To avoid serious personal injury, properly dispose of a damaged battery.

Save these instructions. This manual contains

important safety and operating instructions for

charger item no. _911006 (1425005). 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. Following this rule will reduce the risk of

electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.

_IL WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, charge only

nickel-cadmium and nickel metal hydride type

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 wilt 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

personal 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 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.

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