Craftsman 5727.1 Operator's Manual page 14

REMOVING BITS
(Fig. 7)
1. Remove the battery pack from the impact driver when removing the bit.
2. Lock the trigger switch on the impact driver by placing the direction-of-
rotation (forward/center-locWreverse) selector in the center position.
3. Pull the coupler away from the driver.
4. Remove the driver bit from the coupler..
WARNING: Use protective gloves when removing the bit from the tool, or
first allow the bit to cool down. The bit may be hot after prolonged use.
_, CAUTION: The impact driver is not designed to be used as a drill.
TIGHTENING AND
LOOSENING SCREWS
AND NUTS (Fig. 8)
1. Install the correct bit.
2. Place the direction-of-rotation
(forward/center-lock/reverse)
selector in the correct
position for the operation.
3. Apply just enough pressure to
keep the bit engaged on the
screw or nut.
Fig. 8
4. Apply minimal pressure to the
trigger switch initially. Increase the speed only when full control can
be maintained.
,_ WARNING: Do not over-tighten, as the force of the impact driver can break
the fastener. Keep the driver at a right angle to the fastener to avoid damaging
the fastener head.
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