Assembly And Adjustments; Operation; Hints For Optimum Use - Craftsman CMHT6650 Instruction Manual

‑ Move charger and tool to a surrounding air
temperature of 40°F (4,5° C) to 105°F (40,5° C).
‑ If the receptacle and temperature are ok, and you do
not get proper charging, take or send the tool and
charger to your local CRAFTSMAN service center.
5. The tool should be recharged when it fails to produce
sufficient power on jobs which were easily done
previously. DO NOT CONTINUE using product with its
batteries in a depleted condition.

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS


WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, make sure the forward/reverse button is in the
center, locked position while making any adjustments
or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An
accidental start‑up can cause injury.
Inserting and Removing Bits (Fig. C)
NOTE: The hex spindle 5
accessories only.
To install a bit simply insert it into the cavity in the hex
spindle 5 as shown in Fig. C.
To remove the bit, pull it straight out from the hex spindle.

OPERATION


WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, make sure the forward/reverse button is in the
center, locked position while making any adjustments
or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An
accidental start‑up can cause injury.
This screwdriver is intended for tightening and loosening
screws, nuts, and the like and is not equipped with an
impacting mechanism.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. D)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position as shown.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a
sudden reaction.

WARNING: Tool may stall (if overloaded or improperly
used) causing a twist. To reduce the risk of injury always
expect the stall. Grip the tool firmly 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.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the
main handle 10 . Hold tool firmly to control its
twisting action.
Roto Bit Holder (Fig. E)

CAUTION: Do not attempt to store longer bits or drill
bits in the holder.
The tool can store eight 1" (25mm) long fastening bits in the
roto bit holder 3 .
1. Pull the bits straight out toward the back of the
screwdriver as shown in Fig. E.
NOTE: Snapping them in and out from the top can
damage the holder.
accepts 1/4" (6.4 mm) hex
LED Worklight (Fig. A)

CAUTION: When using the worklight for purposes
other than screwdriving or drilling be sure to
remove all accessories. Unused accessories could
cause injury or property damage.

CAUTION: Do not stare into the LED. Serious eye
injury could result.
When the screwdriver is activated by pressing the trigger
switch 1 , the LED worklight
The LED worklight will turn off after the trigger switch
been released.
Trigger Switch/Reversing Button (Fig. A)
1. The tool is turned ON and OFF by pulling and releasing
the trigger switch 1 .
2. A forward/reverse control button
direction of the tool and also serves as a lock off button.
3. To select forward rotation, release the trigger switch and
depress the forward/reverse control button to the left.
4. To select reverse, depress the forward/ reverse control
button the opposite direction.
NOTE: The center position of the control button locks the
tool in the off position. When changing the position of the
control button, be sure the trigger is released.
Screwdriving
NOTE: For best performance, #8, 2" and smaller fasteners are
recommended, or screw into pre-drilled holes.
1. Grasp the screwdriver as shown in Fig. D.
2. Insert the appropriate screwdriver bit into the hex
spindle .
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3. Select forward or reverse rotation using the forward/
reverse/lock-off slider
4. To run the screwdriver, pull the trigger switch
5. To stop the screwdriver, release the trigger switch
Screwdriving Notes:
• Do not use double ended screwdriver bits.
• Do not use screwdriver as a pry bar in any position.
• To avoid screwdriver being turned on accidentally, do not
carry in your pocket.
Magnetic Screw Holder (Fig. A)
Place a few screws in the magnetic screw holder
screws are right there to help make the job easier.

Hints for optimum use

Screwdriving
• 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.
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