Craftsman 973274950 Owner’s Manual

Owner's Manual

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Single Speed / Reversible

318in. PROFESSIONAL

CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER

Model No.

973.274950

Save this manual for
future reference

;A 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

972000-528

4-98

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 PROFESSIONAL CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER

Ifthis rRRFTSMRH Professional 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 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.

,_ CAUTION: 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 propedy and only for what it is
intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable

service.

SPECIFICATIONS:
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Motor

Charger Rating

No Load Speed
Switch

Charge Rate
Maximum Torque

3/6in!

_12 V01tsDC

120 V61ts, 60-Hz','-ACOnly

0-600 RPM

Variable Speed - Reversible

1 Hour

135 in. Ibs.

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ThepurposeofsafetysymbolsIsto attractyourattentiontopossibledangers.Thesafetysymbols,and
theexplanationswiththem,deserveyourcarefulattentionandunderstanding.Thesafetywarningsdo

notbythemselveseliminateanydanger.TheInstructionsorwarningstheygivearenotsubstitutesfor
properaccidentpreventionmeasures.

SYMBOL MEANING

A

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:

Indicateswarningor caution.Maybe usedinconjunctionwithothersymbolsorpictographs.

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A

NOTE: Advises youof information orinstructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

,_ WARNING: Do not attempt to operate 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

WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result insedous injury to yourself or to others.
Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the dsk of tim, electdc shock and personal injury.

CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to

yourself orto others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electdc shock
and personal injury.

USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't fome small tool or
attachment to do the job of a heavy duty tool.

Don't use tool for purpose not intended - for
example - A cimular 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 itfrom
being drawn into nearby air vents.

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, refdgera-

tot enclosures.

• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas

and benches inviteaccidents.

= 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 orlocked-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 itwas designed.

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 headng
protection during extended pedods of operation.

SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold
work. It'ssafer than using your hand and itfrees
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 instructions for lubdcating

and changing accessodes.

REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND

WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that

keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from

tool before turning it on.

RULESFORSAFEOPERATION(Continued)

• _ NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO-

SPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could
ignite flammable liquids, gases, or fumes.

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KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE
FRO• 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 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

will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of moving pads,

binding of moving parts, breakage of pads,
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 into a wall;
grasp only the insulated handle(s) or plastic

housing when using thistool. Make sure hidden

electrical wiring, water pipes, and mechanical

hazards are not inthe path of the bit when

drilling intoa wall.

• INSPECT FOR and remove all nails from lumber
before drilling.

IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY
TOOLS

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Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in

operating corldition. Be aware of possible
hazards when not usingyour 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 BATFERY TOOLS OR THEIR

BATTERIES NEAR FIRE OR HEAT. They may

explode.

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DO NOT CHARGE BATTERY TOOL IN A
DAMP OR WET LOCATION.

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Your battery tool should be charged in a location
where the temperature is more than 50°F but

less than 100°F.

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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 liquid gets 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 yourfinger 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 inthis manual, on
battery charger, and product using battery
charger.

A WARNING: To reduce riskof injury, charge only

nickel-cadmium type rechargeable batteries.
Other types of batteries may burstcausing
personal injury and damage.

Do notexpose charger to rainor snow.

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.
To reduce risk of damage to charger body and

cord, pull by charger body rather than cord when
disconnecting charger.

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Make sure cord is located so that it willnot be

stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected
to damage or stress.

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

B ' 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

came 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' 150'
Cord Size (AWG) 16 16 16 14

Note: AWG = American Wire Gage M

• DO NOT OPERATE CHARGER WITH A

DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG. Ifdamaged,
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 itto a qualified
serviceman.

Do not disassemble charger; take itto 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. Tuming off controlswill not reduce

this risk.

B Do not use charger outdoors.
M 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 instructions also.

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

safety is involved.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR RECHARGING HOT BA'FrERIES

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, requiring overnight charging for batteries to reach full charge. Once the battery
pack cools down, it will recharge battery pack in fast charging mode as normal.

Note: This situation only occurs when continuous use of your drill causes the battedes 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.

. ._, WARNING:

- The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown intoyour 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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