3/8 in. cordless drill-driver variable speed / reversible (16 pages)
Summary of Contents for Craftsman 973.274980
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Owner's Manual CRAFTSMAN° Variable Speed / Reversible PROFESSIONAL 318 in. CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER Model No. 973.274980 Save this manual for future reference -_ CAUTION: Read follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA...
• Parts Ordering / Service ..........................FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER If this CIt, I II:TSMNN Professional Drill-Driver fails due to a defect in matedal or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, Sears will repair it, free of charge.
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The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warlilngs do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The Instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL • DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS. TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS replaced by an authorized service center.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued) "An extension cord should not be used unless Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a dsk of fire and damaged in any way;...
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The following recommended accessories are currently available at Sears Retail Stores. • 6-Pc. Extra Length Magnite Power Bit Set • 30-Pc. Power Screwdriver/Nutdriver Set and Case • 17-Pc. Power ScrewdrivedNutdfiver Set and Case • High Speed Bits (For Wood or Metal)...,..3/4 inch Max. •...
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If battery pack is deeply discharged, red light WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or should become steady after voltage has increased, safety glasses with side shields when operating normally within 30 minutes. tools. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible If after one hour red light is still flashing, this serious injury.
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TO INSTALL BATTERY PAcK SWITCH See Figure 2. • Lock switch trigger on your drill by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position. To turn your ddll ON, depress the switch trigger. To See Figure 2. turn it OFF, release the switch tdgger. •...
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SWITCH LOCK See Figure 5. The switch trigger can be locked in the OFF position. This feature can be used to prevent the possibility of accidental starting when not in use. To lock switch tdgger, place the direction of rotation selector in center position, CENTERPOSm0N (LOCK)
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INSTALLINGB!TS REMOVING BITS See Figure 8. See Figure 8. • Lock the switch tdgger by placing the direction of • Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position. See Figure 2. rotation selector in center position. See Figure 2. •...
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Note:Remember thetwo-speed f eature (HI-LO) w hen DRILLING setting torque. T heamount o ftorque willvarydepend- See Figure 13. ingonwhichspeed setting youhaveyourddll--driver. Switching t oLOspeed willincrease torque. S witching to HIspeed willdecrease torque. BIT STORAGE See Figure 11. When not in use, bits provided with your ddll can be placed in the storage area located on the top of your ddll as shown in figure 11.
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CHUCK REMOVAL Insert allen wrench in chuck and tighten chuck jaws securely. Tap sharply with a mallet in a See Figures 14, 15, and 16. counterclockwise direction, This will loosen chuck The chuck must be removed in order to use some on the spindle.
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DO NOT abuse power tools. Abusive practices can WARNING: When servicing, use only identical damage tool as well as workpiece. Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other part may create a hazard or cause product Only the parts shown on parts list, page fifteen, are damage.
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BA'rrERY PACK REMOVAL AND Topreserve natural r esources, please recycle or dispose ofexpired battery PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING packproperly. _1= WARNING: Upon removal, cover the battery This product contains nickel-cadmium pack's terminals with heavy duty adhesive tape. battery. Must be disposed of properly. Do not attempt to dastroy or disassemble battery Local, state, or federal laws may pack or remove any of its components.
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CRAFTSMANPROFESSIONAL 3/8 INCHCORDLESSDRILL-DRIVER MODELNO. 973.274980 number in all correspondence regarding your 3/8 in. CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER or when ordering The model numberwill be found on a plato attachedtothe motor housing.Always mention the model repair parts. SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS PARTS LIST Part Number...
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