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Craftsman 13918 Owner's Manual

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Clicker Style Digi-Click™
TorqueWrench
Owner's Manual Model No's:
13918, 13919
SAFETY RULES
1. STUDY THIS BOOKLET CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING
TO OPERATE THIS WRENCH.
2. Never apply more torque than the maximum scale
reading.
3. This torque wrench is designed for manual tightening of
threaded fasteners only. DO NOT USE IT AS A NUT-
BREAKER OR FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE.
4. Over-torqued or defective fasteners and sockets may
suddenly break. Ratchets that are improperly engaged,
worn out, damaged, or over-torqued may slip or break.
TO PREVENT INJURY, KEEP PROPER FOOTING AND
BALANCE AT ALL TIMES. DO NOT USE THE WRENCH IN
PLACES FROM WHICH YOU MAY FALL OR SLIP, OR
AROUND OPERATING MACHINERY.
5. This wrench will not prevent you from applying more
torque than set, it is not a torque limiting tool. The LCD
display will flash "STOP" if you exceed either the lower or
upper limit of intended use. At low settings the release is
gentle and there usually is no audible 'click' signal. Learn
how different amounts of torque 'feel', so you will reduce
the possibility of damage and/or injury due to accidental
over-torquing.
6. APPLY FORCE TO THE GRIP ONLY. DO NOT USE 'CHEATER
BARS' (a piece of pipe placed over the hand grip).
7. There are no user-serviceable components inside the
wrench. Disassembling the wrench or making any
adjustments will result in the loss of accuracy, and will
void the warranty.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Before adjusting the wrench to the desired torque setting,
make sure that you are using the correct torque units.
Torque values may be displayed in units of Inch Pounds, Foot
Pounds, Newton Meters, or Centimeter Kilograms.
Your CRAFTSMAN DIGI-CLICK™ Torque Wrench is calibrated
in Foot-Pounds (default on the LCD display) and can be
changed to other units as desired.
WARNING: DO NOT turn the adjusting knob either below the
lowest scale reading or above the highest scale reading. The
LCD display will show torque settings beyond the calibrated
upper and lower limits of your DIGI-CLICK™torque
wrench,these are intended for adjusting purposes only and
are not within the calibrated range.
WARNING: DO NOT use the wrench when batteries are not
installed or when batteries do not have sufficient power to
operate the wrench
TO SET TORQUE
1. Press the red PWR button to turn the wrench on.
2. At initial power up, the LCD display will flash all icons
twice and then show the current torque setting. When
stored or not in use, the wrench should be set to less
than 25% of the maximum capacity.
NOTE: The battery level indicator on the LCD display will
indicate the remaining battery life.
3. Press the gray UNIT button to toggle through desired
units (ft-lb, in-lb, N-m, kg-cm)
4. Pull the adjusting knob out to unlock the adjusting
mechanism.
5. While holding the adjusting knob unlocked, turn it
clockwise to increase the torque, and counterclockwise
to decrease torque. Keep turning until the desired
TARGET torque reading is displayed on the LCD screen.
6. If during a torque setting adjustment the intended
TARGET value is exceeded on the LCD display, the torque
wrench should be first adjusted back to below the
TARGET value, and then back up to the intended TARGET
value.
7. Lock the setting by releasing and, if necessary, pushing
the adjusting knob in. The knob can be turned slightly
back and forth without changing the torque setting to
assure proper engagement of teeth in the locking
mechanism.
8. Press and hold the red PWR button for 2 seconds to turn
the wrench off. This torque wrench has an automatic
shut off feature and will power down after 10 minutes of
non-use.
NOTE: The TARGET torque setting and units will be saved
after shut off. If the torque is adjusted while the power is
off, the correct torque target will be displayed at the power
on screen .
TO APPLY TORQUE
1. Attach the proper socket or other attachment to the
drive. Set the reversing lever of the proper direction of
the operation.
NOTE: If special attachments are used, torque setting must
be corrected in accordance with the directions given below
in the extensions section.
2. Place the socket or attachment onto the fastener to be
torqued.
3. Utilizing the ratcheting head, you may 'spindown' the
fastener until resistance is felt.
4. Holding the wrench BY THE GRIP ONLY*, apply SLOW
AND STEADY pull until a momentary release impulse or
'click' is felt. Release tightening pressure immediately
when the release is felt.
WARNING: At low torque settings the release is gentle and
there usually is no audible 'click' signal. Learn how the
release feels BEFORE you torque to avoid accidental over-
tightening or damage.
*When using long sockets or extensions, the wrench may be
supported at the head (only at the head) with only negligible
effects on accuracy.
5. The wrench resets automatically and is ready for the next
operation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (10)

  • How do I set the target torque on my Craftsman 13918 torque wrench?

    To set the target torque on your Craftsman 13918 torque wrench:

    1. Pull the adjusting knob out to unlock the mechanism.
    2. While holding the adjusting knob unlocked, turn it clockwise to increase the torque, and counterclockwise to decrease torque until the desired TARGET torque reading is displayed on the LCD screen.
    3. If you accidentally exceed the target value, first adjust back to below the target, then back up to it.
    4. Lock the setting by releasing and, if necessary, pushing the adjusting knob in.

    For more information, see page 1 of the manual.
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  • How do I correctly apply torque using the Craftsman 13918 torque wrench?

    To correctly apply torque with your Craftsman 13918 torque wrench:

    1. Attach the proper socket or other attachment to the drive and set the reversing lever.
    2. Place the socket or attachment onto the fastener to be torqued.
    3. You may spindown the fastener until resistance is felt.
    4. Hold the wrench BY THE GRIP ONLY and apply a SLOW AND STEADY pull until a momentary release impulse or 'click' is felt, then release tightening pressure immediately.

    For more information, see page 1 of the manual.
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  • How do I turn on my Craftsman 13918 torque wrench?

    To turn on your Craftsman 13918 torque wrench, simply press the red PWR button located on the wrench.

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  • How do I replace the batteries in my Craftsman 13918 torque wrench?

    To replace the batteries in your Craftsman 13918 torque wrench:

    1. Remove the screw on the battery cover located to the left of the LCD.
    2. Remove the battery cover.
    3. Place the new three (3) 1.5v (LR44 or equivalent) batteries with all three facing the same direction, with the positive (flat) side facing the user.
    4. Replace the battery cover by tightening the screw.

    For more information, see page 2 of the manual.
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  • How should I store my Craftsman 13918 torque wrench when not in use?

    When not in use, you should store your Craftsman 13918 torque wrench in its protective case. It should also be set below 25% of its maximum capacity. If left set to over 50% capacity for several hours, set it to the lowest setting for a few minutes before using it again. For extended storage, remove the batteries.

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  • What units of torque can the Craftsman 13918 wrench display?

    The Craftsman 13918 torque wrench can display torque values in Inch Pounds, Foot Pounds, Newton Meters, or Centimeter Kilograms. You can toggle through these units by pressing the gray UNIT button.


    For more information, see page 1 of the manual.
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  • How do extensions affect the calibration of the Craftsman 13918 torque wrench?

    Special attachments will change the calibration of the Craftsman 13918 torque wrench, requiring you to calculate the correct settings using specific formulas. However, regular socket extensions that extend directly under the drive head along the axis of rotation do not affect the calibration.


    For more information, see page 2 of the manual.
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  • How often should I check the accuracy of my Craftsman 13918 torque wrench?

    You should periodically check the accuracy of your Craftsman 13918 torque wrench. This is recommended if the wrench is used frequently or subjected to abnormal handling. For assembly line usage, it should be checked every 5,000 torque applications. Calibration service is available by returning it to your Sears store.


    For more information, see page 2 of the manual.
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  • What should I do if my Craftsman 13918 torque wrench doesn't click at low torque settings?

    At low torque settings, the release from your Craftsman 13918 torque wrench is gentle and there usually is no audible 'click' signal. It's important to learn how the release feels BEFORE you torque to avoid accidental over-tightening or damage.


    For more information, see page 1 of the manual.
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  • How do I turn off my Craftsman 13918 torque wrench?

    To turn off your Craftsman 13918 torque wrench, press and hold the red PWR button for 2 seconds. The wrench also has an automatic shut-off feature after 10 minutes of non-use.


    For more information, see page 1 of the manual.
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