Craftsman 973.114250 Operator's Manual page 14

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WARNING; When servicing, use.only identical
Craftsman replacement parts, Use of any other
part may create a hazard or cause product
damage.
GENERAL
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be
repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts are
an importantpart of the double insulationsystem and
should be serviced only by a qualified Sears service
technician,
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts_Most
plasticsare susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solventsand may be damaged by their use,
Use clean clothsto remove dirt, carbon dust, etc_
WARNING' Do not at any time let brake fluids,
gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating
oils, sic° come in contact with plastic parts, They
contain chemicals that can damage, weaken, or
destroy plastic°
BA'i-rERIES
Your tool is equipped with Nickel-Cadmium
rechargeab]e batteries. Length of service from each
charging will depend on the type of work you are doing.
The batteries in this tool have been designed to provide
maximum trouble-free life. However, like all batteries,
they will eventually wear out. DO NOT disassemble
battery pack and attempt to replace the batteries.
Handling of these batteries, especially when weartng
rings and jewelry, could result in serious burn.
To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest
the following:
I! Store and charge the batteries In a cool area.
Temperatures above or below normal room
temperature wil! shorten battery life
if Never store batteries in a discharged condition.
Wait for battery to coot and charge immediately.
!11 All batteries gradually lose their charge° The higher
the temperature, the quicker they lose their charge.
if you store your tool for long periods of time without
using it, recharge the batteries every month or two.
This practice will prolong battery life
BA'n'ERY DISPOSAL
To preserve natural resources, please recycle or
dispose of the battery properly. Local, state_ or federai
laws may prohlb|t disposal of Nickel-Cadmium
batteries in ordinary trash.
Consultyour local waste authority for information
regarding available recyclingand/or disposal options,
For more informationon battery recycling call
1-800-8BATTERY_
WARNING: Do not attempt to disassemble the
battery pack, Fire or injury can result.
WARNING: Upon removal, cover the battery
pack'sterminals with heavy duty adhesive tape Do
not attempt to destroy or disassemble battery pack
or remove any of its eomponents_ Also, never
touch both terminals with metal objects and/or
body parts, as short circuit can resutL Keep away
from children. Failure to complywith these
warnings could result in fire and/or serious injury
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