Craftsman 320.17217 - Manual (Page 14)

MAINTENANCE
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WARNING: To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed
by a qualified service technician at a Sears store or other Craftsman Evolv outlet.
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WARNING: For your safety, always turn off the switch and disconnect the
plug from the electrical outlet before performing any maintenance or cleaning.
Periodic maintenance of your drill allows for long life and trouble free operation.
A cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance schedule should be maintained.
As a common-sense and preventive maintenance practice, follow these
recommended steps:
• Inspect the bit; check the rim for wear or damage.
• Use a soft clean and damp cloth to wipe the tool housing. A mild detergent
can be used but nothing like alcohol, gasoline or other cleaning agents. Never
use caustic agents to clean plastic parts.
• Keep the ventilation slots of the motor clean to prevent overheating of the
motor. Electric tools are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature
failure when they are used to work on fiberglass boats and sports cars,
wallboard, spackling compounds or plaster. The chips and grindings from
these materials are highly abrasive to electrical tool parts, such as bearings,
brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, it is not recommended that
this tool be used for extended work on any fiberglass material, wallboard,
spackling compound, or plaster. During any use on these materials, it is
extremely important that the tool is cleaned frequently by blowing with an air
jet.
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WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
during power tool operations or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also
wear a dust mask.
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WARNING: Keep the tool’s air vents unclogged and clean at all times.
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WARNING: Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics
are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may
be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
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WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based
products, penetrating oils, etc. to come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals
can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal
injury.
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WARNING: Water must never come into the tool.
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