RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

•NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO-
SPHERE. Normal sparking ofthe motor could
ignite flammable liquids,gases, orfumes.
KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE
FRO• OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean
cloth when cleaning, Never use brake fluids,
gasoline, petroleum-based products orany
strongsolvents to clean your tool.
•STAY ALERT. Watch what youare doing and
use common sense. DOnot operate toolwhen
youare tired.Do notrush.
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CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use
of thetool. aguard orother partthat is damaged
should be carefully checked todetermine that it
willoperate propeclyand pedorm its intended
function, Check for alignment of moving pads. •
bindingof moving parts, breakage of pads,
mounting, and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or other partthat 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 ITON AND OFF. Have defective switches
replaced by anauthorized service center.
•DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not
operate tool while under the influence ofdrugs.
alcohol, or any medication.
DO NOT PLACE BATTERY TOOLS OR 1HEIR
BATTERIES NEAR RRE OR HEAT. They may
explode.
DO NOT CHARGE BATTERY TOOL IN A
DAMP OR WET LOCATION.
Yourbatten/tool should becharged ina location
where the temperature is more than 5O°F but
lessthan 100°F.
Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,
battery leakage may occur. It liquid comes in
contact with your skin, wash immediately with
soap and water, then neutralize withlemon juice
orvinegar. Ifliquid gets in youreyes, flushthem
withclean water forat least t0 minutes, then
seek immediate medical attention.
If carrying your battery toolat your side,make
sure it is notrunning and your finger is not 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 BIT OR •
CHUCK TO BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE.
DOnot touch metal parts whend tilling into awall;
grasp only the insulated handle(s) orplastic
housing when using thistool, Make sure hidden
electrical wiring, water pipes, and mechanical _1.
hazards are not in the path ofthe bitwhen
dhlling into awall.
mINSPECT FOR andremove allnails from lumber
before drilling.

IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR BA'I-rERY

TOOLS

Battery tools do not have to be plugged intoan
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in
operating condition. Be aware of possible
hazards when notusing your battery toolor
when changing accessories.
•USE ONLY THE CHARGER PROVIDED WITH
YOUR BA'i-FERY TOOL. DO not substitute any
other charger. Useof another charger could
cause batteries toexplode causing possible
serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual
contains impodant safety and operating
instructions for battery charger item number
9-11070 (976790-001).
Before using battery charger, read allinstructions
and cautionary markings in this manual, on
battery charger, and productusing battery
charger.
WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, charge only
nickeJ-cadmium type recha_geable batteries.
Other types of batteries may burst causing
personal injury and damage.

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Donotexpose chargerto rainor snow.

Use of an attachment not recommended orsold
by the battery charger manufacturer may result
ina riskof fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons.
To reduce risk ofdamage to chargerbody and
cord._oullby charger body rather than cord when
disconnecting charger.
Make sure cordis located so thatit will not be
stepped on, tnpped over, or otherwise subjected
todamage or stress.