Craftsman 973274930 Owner’s Manual
Owner's Manual
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Variable Speed / Reversible
3/8 in. INDUSTRIAL
CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER
Model No.
973.274930
CAUTION: Read and follow
all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before first use of
this product.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
972000-499
2-98
NRTL
• Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................... 2
• Introduction and Product Specifications ......................................................................................................... 2
• Rules For Safe Operation ............................................................................... ............................................ 3-5
A. Important Safety Rules For Battery Tools .............................................................................................. 4
B. Important Safety Instructions For Charger ............................................................................................. 4
C. Important Information For Recharging Hot Batteries ............................................................................. 5
• Accessories .................................................................................................................................................... 6
• Features ......................................................................................................................................................... 6
• Operation ................................................................................................................................................... 7-12
• Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................. 13
• Battery Pack Removal and Preparation For Recycling ................................................................................ 14
• Exploded View and Repair Parts List ........................................................................................................... 15
• Parts Ordering / Service ............................................................................................................................... 16
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN INDUSTRIAL CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER
If this {:RAFTSMANIndustrial Cordless Drill-Driver fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one
year from the date of purchase, Sears will repair it, free of charge.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY RETURNING THE TOOL TO THE NEAREST SEARS
STORE IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rightswhich 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.
_ AUTION: Carefully 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 itis
intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable
service.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Chuck Capacity 3/8 in.
Motor 13.2 Volts DC
Charger Rating 120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC Only
No Load Speed 0 - 600 RPM
Switch Variable Speed - Reversible
Charge Rate 1 Hour
Maximum Torque 110 in. Ibs.
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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. The 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
NOTE: Advises you of informationor instructionsvital to the operation or maintenance ofthe equipment.
WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this tool •
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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
limitations as well as the specific potential
hazards related to this tool.
GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by
preventing body contact with grounded surfaces.
For example: Pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigera-
tor 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 well lit.
KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All
visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a
safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors
contact tool 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 at the rate for which it was designed.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:
Indicates warning or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injuryto yourseffor to others.
Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injuryto
yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and personal injury.
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 should 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 only 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. Use 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
performance. Follow instructionsfor 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.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
• NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO-
SPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could
ignite flammable liquids, gases, or fumes.
• 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 solventsto clean your tool.
• STAY ALERT. Watch what 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 carefully checked to determine that it
willoperate 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 byan 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 intoa wall;
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
drilling 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 liquidcomes in
contact with your skin, wash immediately with
soap and water, then neutralize with lemon juice
or vinegar. If liquidgets in your eyes, flush them
with clean 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 WORK before applying 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
instructionsfor battery charger part number
974062-001.
Before using battery charger, read all instructions
and cautionary markings in this manual, on
battery charger, and product usingbattery
charger.
WARNING: To reduce risk of injury,charge only
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nickel-cadmium type rechargeable batteries.
Other types of batteries may burst causing
personal injury and damage.
Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
Use of an attachment not recommended or sold
by the battery charger manufacturer may result
in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injuryto
persons.
To reduce risk ofdamage to charger body and
cord, pull by charger body rather than cord when
disconnecting charger.
Make sure cord is located so that itwill not be
stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected
to damage or stress.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
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 properlywired 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' 150' •
Cord Size (AWG) 16 16 16 14
Note: AWG = American Wire Gage •
DO NOT OPERATE CHARGER WITH A
DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG. If damaged,
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 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.
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 instructothers who
may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool,
loan them these instructionsalso.
,_ Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!! Your
safety is involved.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR RECHARGING HOT BATTERIES
When using your drill-driver continuously, the batteries in your battery pack will become hot. You should let a hot
battery pack cool down for approximately 30 minutes before attempting to recharge. When the battery pack
becomes discharged and is hot, this will cause the red light on your battery charger to flash. When battery pack
cools down, red light will glow continuously indicating fast charging mode, 1 hour charge time. The green light
indicates slow charging mode, requiringovernight charging for batteries to reach full charge. Once the battery
pack cools down, itwill recharge battery pack in fast charging mode as normal.
Note: This situation only occurs when continuous use of your drill causes the batteries to become hot. It does not
occur under normal circumstances. Refer to "CHARGING YOUR DRILL-DRIVER" for normal recharging of
batteries. If the charger does not charge your battery pack under normal circumstances, return both the battery
pack and charger to your nearest Sears repair center for electrical check.
A 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.
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