CHUCKREMOVAL(Continued)Insert hex key wrench in chuck and tighten chuck
jaws securely. Tap sharply with amallet in a
counterclockwise direction. This will loosen chuck
on the spindle. It can now be unscrewed by hand.
See Figure 14.
Fig. 14
TO RETIGHTEN A LOOSE CHUCK
The chuck may become loose on spindle and develop
a wobble. Periodically check chuck screw for tight-
ness. A loose screw may cause the chuck jaws to
bindand prevent them from closing.
To tighten, follow these steps:
•Lock switchtrigger on your drill by placing the
direction of rotationselector in canter position.
See Figure 2.
•Open the chuck jaws.
•Insert hex key wrench into chuck and tighten
chuck jaws securely. Tap hex key wrench sharply
with a mallet in a clockwise direction. This will
tighten chuck on the spindle.
•Open the chuck jaws and remove hex key
wrench.
•Tighten the chuck screw,
Note: The chuck screw has left hand threads.
,_ WARNING: When servicing, use only identical
Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other
part may create a hazard or cause product
damage.
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts.
Most plastics are susceptible todamage from various
types of commemial solvents and may be damaged
bytheir use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt,dust, oil,
grease, etc.
WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids,
gasoline, petroleum-based products,penetrating
oils, etc. come incontact with plastic parts. They
contain chemicals that can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic.
Do not abuse power tools. Abusive practices can
damage tool as well as workpiece.
Only the parts shown on parts list, page 15, are
intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer.
Allother parts should be replaced at a Sears Service
Center.
_WARNING: Do not attempt to modify thistool or
create accessories not recommended for use
with thistool. Any such alteration or modification
ismisuse and could result in a hazardous
condition leading to possibleserious personal
injury.
BATTERIES
Yourddll's battery pack is equipped with 11 nickel-
cadmium rechargeable batteries. Length of service
from each charging will depend on the type of work
you are doing.
The batteries in this tool have been designed to
provide maximum trouble free life. However, like all
batteries, they will eventually wear out. Do not
disassemble battery pack and attempt to replace the
batteries. Handling of these battenes, especnallywhen
wearing rings andjewelry, could result ina serious
bum.
To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest
the following:
•Store and charge your batteries in a cool area.
Temperatures above normal roomtemperature
willshorten battery life.
•Never store batteries in a discharged condition.
Recharge them immediately afterthey are
discharged,
•Allbatteries gradually lose their charge. The
higherthe temperature the quicker they lose their
charge. If you store your tool for long pedods of
time without using it, recharge the batteries every
month or two. This practice will prolong battery
life.
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