RULESFORSAFEOPERATION(Continued)
NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO-
SPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could
ignite flammable liquids, gases, or fumes.
KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE
FROM OIL AND GREASE. Alwaysuse a clean
cloth whencleaning. Never use brake fluids,
gasoline,petroleum-based productsor any
strongsolventsto clean your tool
STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and
use common sense. Do not operate tool when
you are tired. Do not rush.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use
of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it
will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Chock for alignment of moving pads,
binding of moving pads, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service center unless
indicated elsewhere in this instruction manual.
DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOI_S NOT
TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches
replaced by an authorized service center.
DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not
operate tool while under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or any medication.
DRIVING SCREWS INTO ELECTRICAL
WIRING IN WALLS, CEILINGS, OR OTHER
AREAS CAN CAUSE THE SCREWDRIVER BIT
OR COLLET TO BECOME ELECTRICALLY
LIVE. Do not touch metal parts when driving
screws into a wall; grasp only the insulated
handle(s) or plastic housing when using this tool.
Make sure hidden electrical wiring, water pipes,
and mechanical hazards are not in the path of
the bit when driving screws into a wall.
• INSPECT FOR and remove all nails from lumber
before driving screws.
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY
TOOLS
Battery toolsdo not have to be plugged intoan
electricaloutlet; therefore, theyare always in
operatingcondition.Be aware of possible
hazards when not using yourbatterytoolor
when changing accessories.
USE ONLY THE CHARGER PROVIDED WITH
YOUR BATTERY TOOL. Do notsubstituteany
other charger. Use of another chargercould
cause batteries toexplode causing possible
serious injury.
DO NOT PLACE BATTERY TOOLS OR THEIR
BATTERIES NEAR FIRE OR HEAT. Theymay
explode.
DO NOT CHARGE BA'FrERY TOOL IN A
DAMP OR WET LOCATION.
Your batterytoolshould be charged in a location
where the temperature is morethan 50°F but
lessthan 100°F.
Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,
batteryleakage may occur. If liquidcomes in
contactwith your skin, wash immediatelywith
soap and water, then neutralize withlemonjuice
or vinegar. If liquidgets in youreyes, flush them
with cleanwater for at least 10 minutes,then
seek immediate medicalattention.
if carryingyour batterytool at yourside, make
sure itis not runningand your finger isnot__on the
switch.Avoid accidentalstarting.
SECURE WORK before applyingpower, NEVER
hold workpiecein yourhand or acrossyour legs.
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL
CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS,
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CHARGER
• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual
contains importantsafety and operating
instructionsforbatterycharger part number
999555-001.
Before usingbattery charger, read allinstructions
and cautionarymarkings in this manual, on
battery charger, and product using battery
charger,
_k WARNING: To reduce riskof injury,charge only
nickel-cadmiumtype rechargeable batteries.
Other types ofbatteries may burstcausing
personal injuryand damage.
m
Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
Use of an attachment notrecommended orsold
by the batterycharger manufacturermay result
in a riskoffire, electricshock, or injuryto
persons.
To reduce risk ofdamage to charger body and
cord, pullby charger bodyrather than cordwhen
disconnectingcharger.
Make sure cordislocated sothat it willnet be
stepped on, tripped over, or otherwisesubjected
to damage or stress.