11PUSHMOTORHOUSINGCOVERTOREMOVEBATTERYLEADSBATTERIESBATTERY REMOVALTo preserve natural resources, pleaserecycle or dispose of batteries properly.This product contains nickel-cadmium batteries. Local, state orfederal laws may prohibit disposal ofnickel-cadmium batteries in ordinarytrash.Consult your local waste authority for informationregarding available recycling and/or disposal options.BATTERY REMOVAL, PREPARATION FORRECYCLINGSee Figure 8.TO REMOVE:■ Lock switch trigger by placing the forward/reverseswitch in center position.See Figure 4.■ Remove cover securing batteries by depressingand pushing cover in the direction of the arrow asshown in figure 8.■ Slide batteries from motor housing enough toexpose leads and battery terminals. Disconnectleads from battery terminals.Note: Be careful not to break battery terminalswhen disconnecting leads.WARNING: Upon removal, cover the battery'sterminals with heavy duty adhesive tape. Do notattempt to destroy or disassemble battery orremove any of its components. Nickel-cadmiumbatteries must be recycled or disposed ofproperly. Also, never touch both terminals withmetal objects and/or body parts as short circuitmay result. Keep away from children. Failure tocomply with these warnings could result in fireand/or serious injury. Fig. 8WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY IDENTICAL CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTSKey PartNo. Number Description1 * Item No. 9 -11081 Battery Charger(976717-000)2 974048-001 Battery Pack972000-597 Owner's ManualREPLACEMENT PARTSBATTERYTERMINALS12* Can Be Purchased Thru RSOS (Retail Special Order System)REC YCLE1.800.822.8837R B R CN i C d