Craftsman 973.111430 - Manual (Page 4)

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
■ NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
Normal sparking of the motor could ignite flam­
mable liquids, gases, or fumes.
■ KEEP HANDLES DRY. CLEAN. AND FREE
FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always Use a clean
cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids,
gasoline, petroleum-based products or any strong
solvents to clean your tool.
■ STAY alert . Watch what you are doing and use
common sense. Do not operate tool when you are
tired. Do not rush.
■ CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before funher use of
the tool, a guard or other part that Is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it wilt
operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and
any other conditions that may affect its operation.
A guard or other pan that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorized
service center unless indicated elsewhere in this
instruction manual.
■ DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT
TURN IT ON AND OFF, Have defective switches
replaced by an authorized service center.
■ DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not
operate tool while under the Influence of drugs,
alcohol, or any medication.
■ DRILLING OR DRIVING SCREWS INTO
ELECTRICAL WRING IN WALLS, CEILINGS,
OR OTHER AREAS CAN CAUSE THE BIT OR
CHUCK TO BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE. Do
not touch metal parts when dril ling: grasp only the
Insulated handle(s) or plastic housing when using
this tool. Make sure hidden electrical wiring, water
pipes, and mechanical hazards are not in the path
of the bit when drilling Into a wall.
■ INSPECT FOR and remove all nails from lumber
before drilling.
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY
TOOLS
■ Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an
electrical outlet: therefore, they are always in
operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards
when not using your battery tool or when changing
accessories.
■ USE ONLY THE CHARGER PROVIDED WITH
YOUR BATTERY TOOL. Do not substitute any
other charger. Use of another charger could cause
batteries to explode causing possible serious
injury.
II DO NOT PLACE BATTERY TOOLS OR THEIR
batteries NEAR FIRE OR HEAT. They may
explode.
■ DO NOT CHARGE BATTERY TOOL IN A DAMP
OR WET LOCATION.
■ Your battery tool should be charged in a location
where the temperature is more than 50®F but less
than 100"F,
■ Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,
banery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in
contact with your skin, wash immediately with
soap and water, then neutralize with lemon juice
or vinegar, if liquid gets in your eyes, flush them
with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek
immediate medical attention.
M If carrying your battery tool at your side, make sure
It is not running and your finger is not on the
switch. Avoid accidental starting.
■ SECURE WORK before applying power. NEVER
hold workpiece In your hand or across your legs.
■ WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL
CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CHARGER
■ SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual
contains important safety and operating
instructions for charger item number fi-11049
(1421410).
■ Before using battery charger, read all Instructions
and cautionary markings In this manual, on battery
charger, and product using battery charger.
^WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, charge only
nickel-cadmium type rechargeable batteries. Other
types of batteries may burst causing personal
injury and damage.
■ Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
■ Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by
the battery charger manufacturer may result in a
risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
■ To reduce risk of damage to charger body and
cord, pull by plug body rather than cord when
disconnecting charger.
■ Make sure cord Is located so that it will not be
stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to
damage or stress.