Owner's Manual II:RRFTSMRN°I Variable Speed / Reversible 318 in., 9.6 VOLT CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER Model No. 973.113270 Save this manual future reference _I, for • Safety • Features CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.
• Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................... 2 • Introduction and Product Specifications ......................................................................................................... • Rules For Safe Operation 2 ........................................................................................................................... 3-5 A.
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 A 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 BATrERY 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.
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: • To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk. • Do not use charger outdoors. a.
Thefollowingrecommended accessories arecurrentlyavailableat SearsRetailStores. • • • • • 6-Pc.ExtraLengthMagnitePowerBitSet 30-Pc.PowerScrewdriver/Nutdriver SetandCase 17-Pc.PowerScrewdriver/Nutdriver SetandCase ,_k WARNING: KNOW YOUR HighSpeedBits(ForWoodor Metal)...3/4 in. Max. KeylessChuck(ttemNo.9-20988) The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous. WRIST STRAP See Figure 1. DRILL-DRIVER See Figure 1.
_ll • 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. • Press down on battery pack to be sure contacts on battery pack engage properly with contacts in charging stand. • When properly connected, the red light on charging stand will turn on. • Note: If charger does not charge battery pack, retum battery pack, charging stand, and charger to your nearest Sears Repair Center for electrical check.
SWITCH See Figure 2. To turn your drill ON, depress the switch trigger. To turn it OFF, release the switch trigger. SELECTOR BATTERY PACK LATCHES CENTERPOSITION (LOCK) SWITCH TRIGGER VARIABLE Fig. 2 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.
SWITCH KEYLESS LOCK 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 setector 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. Rotate the chuck body with your other hand.
INSTALLING BITS REMOVING See Figure 6. See Figure 6. • Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position. See Figure 2. • 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.
,_ 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: 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. WARNING: Be prepared for binding or bit breakthrough.
CHUCK REMOVAL 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 13. 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.
_ 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: 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.
CRAFTSMAN I 318 in., 9.6 VOLT CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER - MODEL NO. 973.113270 The model n umber 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 4 PARTS Key No. Part Number 1 616478-003 2 6903101-01 LIST Description Quan. Screw (Special) ........................................................ Chuck .....
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