Owner's Manual Variable Speed / Reversible 3/8 in., 9.6 VOLT CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER Model No. 973.113270 1 2 3 4 5 UN L OC K L OC K Save this manual for future reference CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188 • Safety • Features • Operation • Maintenance • Parts List Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.
TABLE OF CONTENTS ■ ■ ■ Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................... 2 Introduction and Product Specifications ......................................................................................................... 2 Rules For Safe Operation ........................................................................................................................... 3-5 ■ ■ A.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures. SYMBOL MEANING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates warning or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued) ■ NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could ignite flammable liquids, gases, or fumes. ■ DO NOT PLACE BATTERY TOOLS OR THEIR BATTERIES NEAR FIRE OR HEAT. They may explode. ■ KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products or any strong solvents to clean your tool. ■ DO NOT CHARGE BATTERY TOOL IN A DAMP OR WET LOCATION.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued) ■ ■ An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure: a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those of plug on charger. b. That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition; and c.
ACCESSORIES The following recommended accessories are currently available at Sears Retail Stores. ■ 6-Pc. Extra Length Magnite Power Bit Set ■ High Speed Bits (For Wood or Metal)...3/4 in. Max. ■ 30-Pc. Power Screwdriver/Nutdriver Set and Case ■ Keyless Chuck (Item No. 9-20988) ■ 17-Pc. Power Screwdriver/Nutdriver Set and Case WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous. FEATURES KNOW YOUR DRILL-DRIVER WRIST STRAP See Figure 1.
OPERATION ■ Connect charger to power supply. ■ Place battery pack in charging stand. Align raised rib on battery pack with groove in charging stand. See Figure 1. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating tools. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury. ■ Press down on battery pack to be sure contacts on battery pack engage properly with contacts in charging stand.
OPERATION SWITCH See Figure 2. To turn your drill ON, depress the switch trigger. To turn it OFF, release the switch trigger. SELECTOR 1 2 UN 3 4 5 LO CK BATTERY PACK LO CK LATCHES CENTER POSITION (LOCK) SWITCH TRIGGER Fig. 2 VARIABLE SPEED This tool has a variable speed switch that delivers higher speed and torque with increased trigger pressure. Speed is controlled by the amount of switch trigger depression. Note: You might hear a whistling or ringing noise from the switch during use.
OPERATION SWITCH LOCK KEYLESS CHUCK See Figure 4. See Figure 5. The switch trigger can be locked in the OFF position. This feature can be used to prevent the possibility of accidental starting when not in use. To lock switch trigger, place the direction of rotation selector in center position. Your new drill has a keyless chuck. As the name implies, you can hand tighten or release drill bits in the chuck jaws. Grasp and hold the collar of the chuck with one hand.
OPERATION INSTALLING BITS REMOVING BITS See Figure 6. ■ Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position. See Figure 2. ■ Open or close chuck jaws to a point where the opening is slightly larger than the bit size you intend to use. Also, raise the front of your drill slightly to keep the bit from falling out of the chuck jaws. ■ Insert drill bit into chuck the full length of the jaws as shown in Figure 6. See Figure 6.
OPERATION WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating tools. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury. Move the drill bit into the workpiece applying only enough pressure to keep the bit cutting. Do not force or apply side pressure to elongate a hole. WARNING: Be prepared for binding or bit breakthrough.
OPERATION ■ CHUCK REMOVAL See Figures 11, 12, and 13. The chuck must be removed in order to use some accessories. To remove: ■ Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position. ■ Insert a 5/16 inch or larger hex key wrench into the chuck of your drill and tighten the chuck jaws securely. ■ 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.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing, use only identical Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other part may create a hazard or cause product damage. Only the parts shown on parts list, page fifteen, are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should be replaced by a qualified service technician at an authorized service facility. WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts.
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CRAFTSMAN 3/8 in., 9.6 VOLT CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER – MODEL NO. 973.113270 The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your 3/8 in. CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER or when ordering repair parts. SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS 2 1 2 3 4 5 1 UNL O CK L OCK 4 3 PARTS LIST Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 Part Number 616478-003 6903101 * Item No. 9-11074 * Item No. 9-11070 982838-001 972000-913 Description Quan.
