CHUCK REMOVAL (Continued)

Insert hex key wrench in chuck and tighten chuck jaws securely. Tap sharply with a mallet in a counterclockwise direction. This will loosen chuck on the spindle. It can now be unscrewed by hand. See Figure 14.

_i 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 to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their 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 in contact 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.

All other parts should be replaced at a Sears Service

Center.

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 chuck screw may cause the chuck jaws to bind and prevent them from closing.

To tighten, follow these steps:

•Lock switch trigger on your drill by placing the direction of rotation selector in center 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 wil! 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: Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use

with this tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous

condition leading to possible serious personal

injury.

BA'I-rERIES

Your drill'sbattery 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 batteries, especially when wearing rings and jewelry, could result in a serious burn.

To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest the following:

•Store and charge your batteries in a cool area. Temperatures above normal room temperature will shorten battery life.

•Never store batteries in a discharged condition. Recharge them immediately after they are discharged.

•All batteries gradually lose their charge. The higher the temperature the quicker they lose their charge. If you store your tool for long periods of time without using it, recharge the batteries every month or two. This practice will prolong battery life.

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973.111471 specifications

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