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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
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NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
Normal sparking ofthe motor could ignite flam-
mable liquids, gases, orfumes.
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 strong
solventsto clean yourtool.
•STAY ALERT. Watch whet you are doing anduse
commonsense. Do notoperate tool when you are
tired. Do not rush.
M CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Beforefurther use of
the tool, a guard or other part that Is damaged
shouldbe carefully checked to determine that itwill
operate properlyand perform its intendedfunction.
Check for alignmentof moving parts, bindingof
movingparts, breakage of parts, mounting,and
anyother conditions that may affectits operation.
A guard or other part that is damaged shouldbe
properlyrepaired or replaced by an authorized
service center unlessindicated elsewherein this
instructionmanual.
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
operatetool while under the influence of drugs,
eTcehof,orany medication.
DRILLING OR DRIVING SCREWS INTO
ELECTRICAL WIRING IN WALLS_ CEILINGS,
OR OTHER AREAS CAN CAUSE THE BIT OR
CHUCK TO BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE. 0o
not touch metal parts when drilling; grasp only the
Insulmed 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 ddlling Into awall.
[] INSPECT FOR andremove all nails from lumber
beforedrilling.
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY
TOOLS
• Batterytools do not have to be plugged into an
electricaloutlet: therefore, they are always in
operatingcondition. Be aware of possible hazards
when not usingyour battery tool or when changing
acoeesodes,
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 HE_.T. They may
explode.
•DONOT CHARGE BATTERY TOOL IN A DAMP
ORWET LOCATION.
III Your battery tool should becharged in a location
where the temperature is more than 50°F but less
than 100°F,
MUnderextreme usage or temperature conditions,
batteryleakage may occur. If liquidcomes in
contactwith yourskin, wash immediately with
soapand water, then neutralize with lemonjuice
orvinegar. If liquid getsin your eyes, flush them
withclean water for at least 10 minutes,then seek
immediatemedical attantian.
MIf carryingyourbattery tool at yourside, make sure
it isnot running and yourfinger isnot on the
switch.Avoidaccidental starting,
II SECURE WORK beforeapplyingpower. NEVER
holdwork,piecein your hand or across your legs.
•WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL
CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CHARGER
•SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual
containsimportantsafety and operating
instructionsforchargeritem number 9-11049
(1421410).
•Before using battery charger, read all instructions
and cautionary markings In this manual, on battery
charger, and product using battery charger.
_WARNING; Toreduce dsk of injury,charge only
nickel-cadmiumtyperechargeabte batteries. Other
types of batteriesmay burstcausing personal
injuryand damage,
[] Do not exposechargerto rain or snow.
[] Use of an attachment notrecommended or sold by
thebattery charger manufacturer may result in a
riskof fire, electricshock, or injuryto persons.
[] To reducerisk of damage to charger body and
cord,pull by plug body ratherthan cord when
disconnectingcharger.
•Make sure cord Is located so that it will not be
stepped on, Idpped over, orotherwise subjected to
damage or stress.
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