Craftsman 316.859510 Operator's Manual

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2• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGSWARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to followthe warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/orserious injury.Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.Work area safety:a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas inviteaccidents.b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in thepresence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools createsparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.Distractions can cause you to lose control.Electrical safety:a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in anyway. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) powertools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electricshock.b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such aspipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk ofelectric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering apower tool will increase the risk of electric shock.d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling orunplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharpedges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the riskof electric shock.e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cordsuitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reducesthe risk of electric shock.f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use aresidual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCDreduces the risk of electric shock.Personal safety:a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense whenoperating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired orunder the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment ofinattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection.Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hardhat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reducepersonal injuries.c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-positionbefore connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking upor carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switchor energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power toolon. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power toolmay result in personal injury.e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Thisenables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair,clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry orlong hair can be caught in moving parts.g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction andcollection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used.Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.Power tool use and care:a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for yourapplication. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at therate for which it was designed.b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerousand must be repaired.c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery packfrom the power tool before making any adjustments, changingaccessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measuresreduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allowpersons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions tooperate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands ofuntrained users.e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of movingparts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect thepower tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repairedbefore use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting toolswith sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance withthese instructions, taking into account the working conditions andthe work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations differentfrom those intended could result in a hazardous situation.Service:a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using onlyidentical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of thepower tool is maintained.All information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual are basedon the latest product information available at the time of printing. Wereserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.TABLE OF CONTENTSSafety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Maintenance and Repair Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Cleaning and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Troubleshooting Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Service Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back CoverRULES FOR SAFE OPERATIONRead the Operator’s Manual and follow all warnings and safetyinstructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operatorand/or bystanders. FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-235-5878SYMBOL MEANINGWARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in injuryto yourself and others. Always follow the safety precautions toreduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result inproperty damage or personal injury to yourself or to others.Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire,electric shock and personal injury.The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers.The safety symbols, and their explanations, deserve your careful attention andunderstanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger.The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accidentprevention measures.SAFETY ALERT: Indicates danger, warning or caution.Attention is required in order to avoid serious personal injury. Maybe used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operationor maintenance of the equipment.DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in seriousinjury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautionsto reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.SYMBOL MEANING