RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
•NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO-
SPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could
ignite flammable liquids, gases, or fumes.
KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE •
FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always usea clean
clothwhen cleaning. Never use brake fluids, •
gasoline, petroleum-based products or any
strongsolvents toclean yourtool.
STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doingand
usecommon sense. Do not operate toolwhen
you are tired. Do notrush.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use
of the tool,a guard or other part that isdamaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it
willoperate properly and performits intended
function. Check foralignment of moving parts, •
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. Aguard orother partthat is
damaged should be propedy 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 underthe influence of drugs,
alcohol, or any medication.
DONOT 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 toolshould becharged ina location
where the temperature is more than 50°F but
lessthan 100°F.
Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,
battery leakage may occur.If liquid comes in
contact with your skin, wash immediately with
soap and water, then neutralize with lemon juice
or vinegar. Ifliquid gets inyour eyes,flush them
with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then
seek immediate medical attention.
If carrying your battery tool at your side, make
sure it is notrunning and your finger isnot on the
switch.Avoid accidental starting.
SECURE WORK before applying power. NEVER
hold workpiece inyour hand oracross your legs.
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL
CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CHARGER
DRILLING OR DRIVING SCREWS INTO
ELECTRICAL WIRING IN WALLS, CEILINGS,
OR OTHER AREAS CAN CAUSE THE BITOR •
CHUCK TO BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE.
Do not touch metal parts when drilling into a wall;
grasponly the insulated handle(s) or plastic
housingwhen using this tool. Make sure hidden
electrical widng, water pipes, and mechanical _k
hazards are not in the pathof the bit when
drillinginto a wall.
•INSPECT FOR and remove all nails from lumber
before drilling.
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERYTOOLS
Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an
electdcal outlet; therefore, they are always in
operating condition. Be aware of possible
hazards when not using your battery toolor
when changing accessories.
USE ONLY THE CHARGER PROVIDED WITH
YOUR BATTERY TOOL. Do not substitute any
othercharger. Use of another charger could
cause battedes to explode causing possible
serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual
contains important safety and operating
instructionsfor battery charger part number
999555-007.
Before using battery charger, read all instructions
and cautionary markings in this manual, on
battery charger, and product using battery
charger.
WARNING: To reduce riskof injury, charge only
nickel-cadmium type rechargeable batteries.
Other types of battedes 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
ina risk of fire, electdc shock, or injury to
persons.
To reduce dsk of damage to charger body and
cord, pull by charger 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.