Operating: Drill/Screw Driver Attachment; Fitting And Removing A Drill Bit Or Screw Driver Bit; Screw Driving; Keyless Chuck - Craftsman 16496 Bolt-On Operator's Manual

• Lock the Power Unit by setting the forward/reverse slider (2) to the
center position.
• To remove an attachment, depress the release button (4) and take
the attachment off the tool.
• To fit an attachment, line it up with the tool as shown and push it onto
the Power Unit until it snaps into place and an audible click is heard.
• ensure that attachment is securely attached by gently pulling on it
in the opposite direction from the Power Unit.
NOte: Only use attachments that are specifically designed for and
compatible with the Power Unit.
NOte: Refer to individual attachment instruction manuals for specific
safety warnings and operating instructions before operating attach-
ments with the Power Unit.
OPeRAtING: DRIll/SCReWDRIveR AttAChMeNt
SAfetY WARNINGS AND INStRUCtIONS: DRIllS
1. Hold drill firmly with one hand on the grip and the other hand on the bottom of the battery pack
unless an auxillary handle has been supplied with the tool. Use auxillary handle if supplied with
the tool.
2. When attaching accessories in the drill chuck, hand tighten the keyless chuck firmly.
WARNING:
Drill may stall (if overloaded or improperly used) causing a twist. Always expect the
stall. Grip the drill firmly with both hands to control the twisting action and prevent loss of control which
could cause personal injury. If a stall does occur, release the trigger immediately and determine the
reason for the stall before re-starting.
WARNING:
Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not overload.
WARNING:
Before drilling into walls, floors or ceilings, check for the location of wiring and pipes.
fIttING AND ReMOvING A DRIll BIt OR SCReWDRIveR BIt
The drill/screwdriver attachment (9) is fitted with a keyless chuck (10) to allow for an easy exchange
of bits.
• Lock the tool by setting the forward/reverse slider (2) to the center position.
• Open the chuck by turning the front part clockwise with one hand while holding the rear part with
the other.
• insert the bit shaft into the chuck.
• Firmly tighten the chuck by turning the front part counterclockwise.
• To remove the screwdriver bit from the holder (5) on the power Unit, lift the bit from the recess.
• To store the screwdriver bit, firmly push it into the holder.

SCReW DRIvING

• Always use the correct type and size of screwdriver bit.
• If screws are difficult to tighten, try applying a small amount of washing liquid or soap as a lubricant.
• Always hold the tool and screwdriver bit in a straight line with the screw.
• For driving fasteners, the reversing button should be pushed to the left (as viewed from rear of
tool). Use reverse (button pushed to the right) for removing fasteners. When moving from forward
to reverse, or vice versa, always release the trigger switch first.
keYleSS ChUCk - fIGURe e
WARNING:
to reduce the risk of injury, turn off and remove battery from the tool before
making any adjustments or removing or installing attachments or accessories.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to tighten or loosen drill bits (or any other accessory) by gripping the
front part of the chuck and turning the tool on. Damage to the chuck and personal injury may occur.
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