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(3) Move charger and tool to a
surrounding air temperature of
above 40 degree F (4,5°C) or
below 105 degree F (+40,5°C).
(4) If the receptacle and temperature
are okay, and you do not get
proper charging, refer to your
Craftsman warranty.
5. The tool should be recharged when it
fails to produce sufficient power on
jobs which were easily done
previously. DO NOT CONTINUE
using product with its batteries in a
depleted condition.
6. To prolong battery life, avoid leaving
on charge for extended periods of time
(over 30 days without use). Although
overcharging is not a safety concern, it
can significantly reduce overall battery
life.
Quick Release Chuck
To install an accessory:
• Hold the
screwdriver as
2
shown in
Figure 2
and push the
chuck collar
away from the
tool.
• Insert a hex shank accessory and
release the collar.
• The accessory is locked in place.
NOTE: Do not insert a bit tip into the
tool without using a bit tip holder (not
provided). Bit tip holders are available
at any Craftsman outlet.
To remove an accessory:
• Hold the screwdriver as shown in
Figure 2 and push the chuck collar
away from the tool.
• Remove the accesory and release the
collar.
Switch
To turn the tool ON in a forward
direction, press the top section of the
rocker switch and the tool will run.
Release pressure from the switch and
the tool will stop. To operate in reverse,
press the bottom section of the rocker
switch.
Angling the screwdriver
To convert the tool to an angled
screwdriver, push in on the release
button shown in Figure 3 and rotate the
top portion of the tool until it locks into
position.
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7. The batteries will reach optimum
performance after being recharged 5
times during normal usage. There is
no need to run the batteries down
completely before recharging.
Safety Warnings and
Instructions: Drilling
• Hold tool firmly to control its twisting
action.
WARNING: Tool may stall (if
overloaded or improperly used) causing a
twist. Always expect the stall. Grip the
screwdriver firmly to control the twisting
action and prevent loss of control which
could cause personal injury. If a stall does
occur, release the trigger immediately and
determine the reason for the stall before
re-starting.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Angled Screwdriver Warnings:
• To avoid being pinched, hold the
screwdriver as shown in Figure 3 when
changing positions.
• Do not use screwdriver as a pry bar in
any position.
• To avoid screwdriver being turned on
accidentally, do not carry in your pocket.
Drilling
• This tool is not recommended for drilling
in metal or masonry.
• Use sharp drill bits only.
• Drill bits for metal can be used for
drilling holes in wood. These bits must
be sharp and should be pulled out
frequently when drilling to clear chips
from the flutes.
• Support and secure work properly, as
instructed in the safety Instructions.
• Use appropriate and required safety
equipment, as instructed in the safety
instructions.
• Secure and maintain work area, as
instructed in the safety instructions.
• Run the drill very slowly, using light
pressure, until the hole is started
enough to keep the drill bit from slipping
out of it.
• Apply pressure in a straight line with the
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