Craftsman 973.274980 User Manual

Owner's Manual /

CRAFTSMAN°

Variable Speed / Reversible

PROFESSIONAL 318 in.

CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER

Model No.

973.274980

Save this manual for

future reference

-_ 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

972000-484

11-97

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 If this CIt,III:TSMNN Professional Drill-Driver fails due to a defect in matedal 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.

,_ 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 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

Maximum Torque

3/8 in.

16.8 Volts DC

120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC Only

0 - 350 / 0 - 1300 RPM

Variable Speed - Reversible

1 Hour

340 in. Ibs.

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 warlilngs do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The Instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.

SYMBOL MEANING

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:

Indicateswamingor caution. Maybe usedinconjunctionwithothersymbolsorpictogrephs.

NOTE: Advises you of informationor instructions vitalto the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

_k WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this i

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 in sedous injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the dsk of fire, aiectdc 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 dsk of fire, electdc shock

and personal injury.

USE RIGHT TOOL. Don_ force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy dutytool.

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 intool'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.

• 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,

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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 hearing

protection dudng 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

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 itsintended

function. Check for alignment of moving parts, • binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,

mounting, and any other conditions that may affect itsoperation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or • replaced by an authodzed service center unless

indicated elsewhere inthis 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, •EDICATION. 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 ddlling into a wall;

grasp only the insulated handle(s) or plastic housing when using thistool. Make sure hidden electdcal wiring, water pipes, and mechanical hazards are not in the path of the bitwhen

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 sedous injury.

III _DO NOT PLACE BATI1ERY 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 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 noton the switch. Avoid accidental starting.

SECURE WORK before applying power. NEVER hold workplace 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 battery charger part number 975208-001.

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 rechargeable battedes. 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 dsk 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.

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) M "An extension cord should not be used unless M

absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a dsk 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 ratingof 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 itto a

qualified serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a

dsk of electric shock or fire.

To reduce risk of electdc 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 instructions also.

,_ Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautior_s. It means attentiontH Your

safety is involved.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR RECHARGING HOT BATrERIES

When using your drift-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 lighton your battery charger to flash. When battery pack cools down, red light will glow continuously indicatingfast charging mode, 1 hour charge time. The green light indicates slow charging mode, requiring overnight charging for battedes to reach full charge. Once the battery pack cools down, itwill recharge battery pack infast 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 cimumstancas, return both the battery pack and charger to your nearest Sears repaircenter for electrical check.

"_k 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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