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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

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An extension cord should not be used unless
absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension
cordcould result in a riskof fireand electricshock.
If extension cord mustbe used, make sure:
a. That pins on plugof extension cord are the
same number, size and shape as those ofplug
on charger.
b. That extension cordis properly wired and in
good electrical condition;and
c. That wire size islarge enough forAC ampere
ratingof charger as specifiedbelow:
Cord Length (Feet) 25' 50' 100'
Cord Size (AWG) 16 16 16
Note: AWG = American Wire Gage
DO NOT OPERATE CHARGER WITH A
DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG. If damaged,
have replaced immediately bya qualified
serviceman.
BDo not operate charger if it has received a sharp
blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged inany
way; take itto a qualified serviceman.
•Do not disassemble charger; take it toa qualified
serviceman when service or repair isrequired.
Incorrect reassembly may result ina riskof electric
shock or fire.
MTo reduce dskof electric shock,unplug charger
from outlet before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning. Turning offcontrols will not reducethis
risk.
BDo not use charger outdoors.
BDisconnect charger from power supply when not in
use.
MSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Referto them
frequently and use them toinstruct otherswho may
usethis tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan
them these instructionsalso.
,_WARNING: Some dust created by power
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities contains chemicals known
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproduc-
tive harm. Some examples of these chemicals
are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
•crystalline silica from bricks and cement
and other masonry products, and
•arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies,
depending on how often you do this type ofwork.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
work in a well ventilated area, and work with
approved safety equipment, such as those dust
masks that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.

,_ Lookfor this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attentionT!!Your safety is

involved.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR RECHARGING HOT BATTERIES

When using your driU-ddvercontinuously, the batteries inyour battery pack will become hot.You should let a hot
battery pack cool down for approximately 30 minutes before attempting to recharge.
Note: This situation only occurs when continuous use of your drill causes the batteries to become hot. It does
not occur under normal circumstances. Refer to "CHARGING BATTERY PACK" for normal recharging of
batteries. If the charger does not charge your battery pack under normal circumstances, return both the battery
pack and charger toyour nearest Sears repair center for electrical check.
&WARNING:
The operation of any powertool can resultin foreign objects being thrown intoyour eyes,
whichcan result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always
wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed.
We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety
glasses with side shields, available at Sears Retail Stores.
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