Craftsman CMCD711 Instruction Manual page 11

Fig. H
Keyless Chuck (Fig. I)

WARNING: Make certain the battery pack is removed
to prevent tool actuation before installing or
removing accessories.
To insert a drill bit or other accessory:
1. Grasp the keyless chuck
counterclockwise direction, as viewed from the
chuck end.
2. Insert the bit or other accessory fully into the chuck, and
tighten securely by rotating the chuck in the clockwise
direction as viewed from the chuck end.

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 when
changing accessories.
Fig. I
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LED Work Light (Fig. A)

CAUTION: Do not stare into worklight. Serious eye
injury could result.
When impact driver is activated by pulling the trigger
switch 1 , the integrated LED work light
automatically illuminate the work area.
nOTE: The work light is for lighting the immediate work
surface and is not intended to be used as a flashlight.
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5 and rotate it in the
8 will
Screw Driving
• For driving fasteners, the forward/reverse button should
be pushed to the left.
• Use reverse (button pushed to the right) for
removing fasteners.
nOTE: When moving from forward to reverse, or vice versa,
always release the trigger switch first.
Hammerdrilling (Fig. D)
• Select the desired speed/torque range using the gear
shifter to match the speed and torque to the planned
operation. Turn the collar
iMPORTAnT: Use carbide-tipped or masonry bits rated
for percussion drilling only.
• Drill with just enough force on the hammer to keep
it from bouncing excessively or "rising" off the bit.
Too much force will cause slower drilling speeds,
overheating, and a lower drilling rate.
• Drill straight, keeping the bit at a right angle to the work.
Do not exert side pressure on the bit when drillling as
this will cause clogging of the bit flutes and a slower
drilling speed.
• When drilling deep holes, if the hammer speed starts to
drop off, pull the bit partially out of the hole with tool
still running to help clear debris from the hole.
nOTE: A smooth, even flow of dust from the hole indicates
proper drilling rate.
Drilling
NOTICE: If drilling thin material, use a wood "backup"
block to prevent damage to the material.
• Select the desired speed/torque range using the gear
shifter to match the speed and torque to the planned
operation. Turn the collar
• Use sharp drill bits only.
• Support and secure work properly, as instructed in the
General Power Tool Safety Warnings.
• Use appropriate and required safety equipment, as
instructed in the General Power Tool Safety Warnings.
• Secure and maintain work area, as instructed in the
General Power Tool Safety Warnings.
• Run the drill very slowly, using light pressure, until the
hole is started enough to keep the drill bit from slipping
out of it.
• Apply pressure in a straight line with the bit. Use
enough pressure to keep the bit biting but not so much
as to stall the motor or deflect the bit.
• Hold the drill firmly with two hands, one hand on the
handle, and the other grippingthe bottom around the
battery area or the auxillary handle if provided.
• DO NOT CLICK THE TRIGGER OF A STALLED DRILL OFF
AND ON IN AN ATTEMPT TO START IT. DAMAGE TO THE
DRILL CAN RESULT.
• Minimize stalling on breakthrough by reducing pressure
and slowly drilling through the last part of the hole.
English
3 to the hammerdrill symbol.
3 to the drill symbol.
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