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Operator's Manual
T
in., 14.4 VOLT CORDLESS DRILL-DRIV
Variable Speed / Reversible
Model No.
973.114240
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B Warranty ............................................................................................................................................................. 2 B Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 2 B General Safety Rules .......................................................................................................................................
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[] Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before A& WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL | turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/ personal injury. or serious personal injury. [] Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS balance at all times. Proper footing and balance WORK AREA enable better control of the tool in
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[] Use only accessories that are recommended by SERVICE the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that [] Tool service must be performed only by qualified may be suitable for one tool may create a risk of in- repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed jury when used on another tool. by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of in- [] Keep the tool and its hand(e dry, clean and free jury. from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when [] When servicing a tool, use only identi
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chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy ,_ WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL plastic. INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions An extension cord should not be used unless abso- listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/ lutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord or serious personal injury, could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure: • Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings in this
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Someofthefollowing symbols maybeusedonthistool.Please studythemandlearntheirmeaning. Proper interpretation ofthesesymbols willallowyoutooperate thetoolbetterandsafer. SYMBOL NAME DESIG NATION/EXPLANATION V Volts Voltage A Current Amperes Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) W Watt Power min Minutes Time Alternating Current Type of current ,,%, Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load n o Class II Construction Double-insulated construction []
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The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in Death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may CAUTION: result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTION: (With
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SPECIFICATIONS 3/8 in. Switch Chuck Capacity Variable Speed - Reversible Motor 14.4 Volts DC 3 - 6 Hours Charge Rate Charger Rating 120 Volts, 60 HZ, AC Only 100 in./Ib. Maximum Torque 0 - 600/min. No Load Speed KNOW YOUR DRILL-DRIVER WRIST STRAP See Figure 1. See Figure 1. Before attempting to use any tool, familiarize yourself A wrist strap is provided to reduce the chances of with all operating features and safety requirements. dropping your drill-driver. Place one hand through the wrist stra
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PACKINGLIST WARNING: Ifanypartsaremissing donot operate thetooluntilthemissing partsarere- 3/8in.(10mm)RightAngleDrill placed. Failure todosocouldresultinpossible Charger seriouspersonal injury. BatteryPack(2) Screwdriver Bits(2) Operator's Manual Case [] The battery pack will become slightly warm to the WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with tools to A touch while charging. This is normal and does not make you careless. Remember that a careless indicate a problem. fraction of a second is suffic
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SWITCHLOCK SeeFigure2. TheswitchtriggercanbelockedintheOFFposition. Thisfeature canbeusedto prevent thepossibility of accidental starting whennotinuse.Tolockswitch trigger,placethedirection of rotation selectorin centerposition. _. WARNING:Battery toolsarealwaysinoperating condition. Therefore, switch should always belocked whennotinuseorcarrying atyourside. BATTERYPACK REVERSIBLE SeeFigure3. LATCHES This tool hasthe featureof beingreversible. The direction of rotationiscontrolled bya selectorlo
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KEYLESSCHUCK INSTALLING BITS See Figure 7. SeeFigure5. [] Lock switch trigger on your drill by placing the Yourdrillhasakeyless chuck. Asthenameimplies, you direction of rotation selector in center position. canhandtighten orrelease drillbitsinthechuck jaws. See Figure 2. Graspandholdthecollarofthechuck withonehand. Rotate thechuck bodywithyourotherhand. Thearrows [] Open or close chuck jaws to a point where the onthechuck indicate whichdirection torotate thechuck opening is slightly larger than
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REMOVINGBITS ,_ WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating SeeFigure7. tools. Failure to do so could result in objects [] Lockswitchtriggeroryourdrillbyplacing the being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible direction ofrotation selector incenterposition. serious injury. SeeFigure2. [] Loosen thechuckjawsfromdrillbit. LEVEL DRILLING [] Toloosen: graspandholdthecollarofthechuck See Figure 10. withonehand,whilerotating chuckbodywithyour A convenie
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DRILLING CHUCK REMOVAL See Figure 11. See Figures 12, 13, and 14. The chuck must be removed in order to use some accessories. To remove: [] Lock switch trigger or your drill by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position. See Figure 2. [] Insert a 5/16 inch or larger hex key wrench into the chuck of your drill and tighten the chuck jaws securely. [] Tap the hex key wrench sharply with a mallet in a clockwise direction. See Figure 13. This will loosen the screw in the chuck for
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TO RETIGHTEN A LOOSE CHUCK CHUCK REMOVAL (Continued) The chuck may become loose on spindle and develop [] Insert hex key wrench in chuck and tighten chuck a wobble. Periodically check chuck screw for tight- jaws securely. Tap sharply with a mallet in a counterclockwise direction. This will loosen chuck ness. A loose screw may cause the chuck jaws to bind and prevent them from closing. on the spindle. It can now be unscrewed by hand. See Figure 14. To tighten, follow these steps: [] Lock switch t
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Only the parts shown on parts list, page 17, are _ ARNING: When servicing, use only identical intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other All other parts should be replaced at a Sears Service part may create a hazard or cause product Center. damage. Do not abuse power tools. Abusive practices can WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or damage tool as well as workpiece. create accessories not recommended for use with this tool. Any suc
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Thefollowing recommended accessories arecurrently available atSearsRetailStores. [] 6-Pc.ExtraLengthMagnite PowerBitSet [] 30-Pc.PowerScrewdriver/Nutdriver SetandCase [] 17-Pc.PowerScrewdriver/Nutdriver SetandCase _ WARNING: Theuseof attachments oraccessories notlistedmightbehazardous. 16
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CRAFTSMAN 3/8 in., 14.4 VOLT CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER- MODEL NO. 973.114240 The model numberwill 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 orwhen ordering repair parts. SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS 2 3 \ 4 5 PARTS LIST Key Part No. Number Description Quart. 1 616478-003 Screw (Special) ................................................ 1 2 6903302 Chuck (Item No. 9 20988) ....
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