CRAFTSMAN 12.0-VOLT LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS RIGHT-ANGLE IMPACT DRIVER

Safety Information

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and their explanations deserve your careful attention and understanding. Symbol warnings do not eliminate danger; instructions and warnings are substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.

⚠️ WARNING: Read and understand all safety instructions, including safety alert symbols like DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION, before using this tool. Failure to follow instructions may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.

Safety Symbol Meaning

• ⚠️ SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER, WARNING, OR CAUTION.
• ⚠️ DANGER: Imminently hazardous situation; if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
• ⚠️ WARNING: Potentially hazardous situation; if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
• ⚠️ CAUTION: Imminently hazardous situation; if not avoided, may result in death or serious injury.
• ℹ️ NOTE: Informs the user of important information or instructions that could lead to equipment or property damage if not followed.

⚠️ WARNING: For safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed by a qualified service technician at a Sears Parts & Repair Service Center.

⚠️ WARNING: Power tool operation can eject foreign objects into eyes, potentially causing severe eye damage. Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full-face shield when needed. A Wide Vision Safety Mask is recommended over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses. Use eye protection marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

• Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
• Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
• The term "power tool" refers to mains-operated or battery-operated tools.

Work Area Safety

• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive environments (flammable liquids, gases, dust). Sparks from power tools may ignite dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away. Distractions can cause loss of control.

Electrical Safety

• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug. Do not use adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets reduce electric shock risk.
• Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces (pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerators). Increased risk of electric shock if body is grounded.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water ingress increases electric shock risk.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling, or unplugging. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase electric shock risk.
• When operating outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
• If operating in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces electric shock risk. (RCD may be replaced by GFCI or ELCB).

Personal Safety

• Stay alert, use common sense. Do not use while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. Inattention may result in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE). Always wear eye protection. Dust masks, non-skid shoes, hard hats, or hearing protection for appropriate conditions will reduce injuries.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the OFF position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up, or carrying the tool. Carrying tools with a finger on the switch or energizing tools with the switch on invites accidents.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or key left attached to a rotating part may result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Maintain proper footing and balance for better control in unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose items can be caught in moving parts.
• If dust extraction/collection facilities are provided, ensure they are connected and used properly to reduce dust-related hazards.

Power Tool Use and Care

• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool does the job better and more safely at its designated rate.
• Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. A dangerous tool must be repaired.
• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or battery pack from the tool before making adjustments, changing accessories, or storing. These measures reduce the risk of accidental starting.
• Store idle power tools out of children's reach. Do not allow unfamiliar persons or untrained users to operate the tool. Power tools are dangerous in untrained hands.
• Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment, binding, breakage, or other conditions affecting operation. Have damaged tools repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Use the tool, accessories, blades, etc., in accordance with instructions and intended manner, considering working conditions. Use for unintended operations could result in a hazardous situation.

Battery Tool Use and Care

• Recharge only with the manufacturer-specified charger. A charger suitable for one battery type may create a fire risk with another.
• Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of other battery packs may create injury and fire risk.
• When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects (paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws) that can short terminals. Shorting terminals may cause burns or fire.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. Flush with water if contact occurs. Seek medical help if liquid contacts eyes. Ejected liquid may cause irritation or burns.

Service

• Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This ensures tool safety is maintained.
• When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
• Follow instructions in the Maintenance section. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.

Specific Safety Rules for Cordless Right Angle Impact Driver

• Hold power tools by insulated gripping surfaces when the tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts "live" and shock the operator.
• Secure the workpiece. Clamping devices or a vise hold the workpiece better than the hand.
• Always wait until the machine has come to a complete stop before placing it down. The tool can jam and lead to loss of control.
• Before performing any work (maintenance, tool change), or when transporting and storing, always set the direction-of-rotation switch to the center (lock) position. Unintentional activation of the On/Off switch may result in personal injury.
• Do not open the battery. Risk of short circuit.
• Protect the battery from heat and fire. Risk of explosion.
• Wear ear protectors with impact drills. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
• Use protective gloves when removing the bit or first allow the clamp to cool down. The bit may be hot after prolonged use.
• Use protective gloves when operating the tool. Protective gloves can help prevent burns and injury.
• Keep hands away from motor-housing vents. Hot gas comes from vents during operation.
• Do not operate the tool at full-load for more than 30 seconds, as this can cause the motor to become too hot, potentially damaging it.
• Release the trigger immediately when fasteners are sufficiently tightened to avoid breaking them.
• For best results, charge the battery tool where the temperature is between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F (40°C). Do not store outside or in vehicles.

Safety Symbols Table

Product Description and Specifications

Know Your Right-Angle Impact Driver (Fig. 1)

The tool features the following components:

• Sleeve: Used for bit installation and removal.
• LED Worklight: Illuminates the work area.
• Variable Speed Trigger Switch: Controls speed based on trigger pressure.
• Direction of Rotation Selector (Forward/Center Lock/Reverse): Changes the direction of bit rotation.
• Battery Release Button: Releases the battery pack from the tool.
• Fuel Gauge: Indicates the battery pack charge level.
• Battery Pack: Provides power to the tool.

Product Specifications

Operation

⚠️ WARNING: Safe use requires understanding the tool and manual. Familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules before use.

Variable Speed

The variable-speed trigger switch delivers higher speed with increased pressure and lower speed with decreased trigger pressure.

Forward/Center Lock/Reverse Selector

The direction-of-rotation selector, located above the trigger switch, changes the direction of bit rotation. Setting the switch to the OFF (center lock) position helps reduce the possibility of accidental starting.

⚠️ CAUTION: To prevent gear damage, always allow the tool to come to a complete stop before changing the direction of rotation.

NOTE: The tool will not run unless the direction-of-rotation selector is fully engaged to the left or right.

LED Worklight

Pressing the trigger switch illuminates the LED worklight, providing additional light for increased visibility in low-light areas. The worklight turns off when the trigger switch is released.

Fuel Gauge

This tool is equipped with a Fuel Gauge that indicates the battery pack charge level:

• Green LED: Battery is fully charged.
• Orange LED: Battery has used approximately one half of its charge.
• Red LED: Battery pack is depleted and needs to be charged.

Installing Bits (Fig. 8)

1. Lock the trigger switch by placing the direction-of-rotation selector in the OFF (center) position.
2. With one hand, pull the sleeve toward the front of the tool and hold it in place.
3. With the other hand, insert a 1/4-inch shank bit into the hexagonal hole in the bit retainer.
4. Release the sleeve and check that it returns to its original position.

⚠️ WARNING: If the sleeve does not return to its original position, the bit is not correctly installed. Retry until the bit is properly installed.

⚠️ WARNING: Use protective gloves when removing the bit or first allow the bit to cool down. The bit may be hot after prolonged use.

Removing Bits (Fig. 8)

1. Lock the trigger switch by placing the direction-of-rotation selector in the OFF (center) position.
2. Pull the sleeve towards the front of the tool and hold it in place.
3. Remove the bit from the hexagonal hole in the bit retainer.
4. Release the sleeve.

Tightening Screws and Nuts (Fig. 9)

1. Install the correct bit.
2. Apply just enough pressure to keep the bit engaged on the screw or nut.
3. Position the direction-of-rotation selector to the left of the tool for forward rotation.
4. Apply minimal pressure to the trigger switch initially. Increase speed only when full control can be maintained.

⚠️ WARNING: Do not over-tighten, as the force of the tool can break the fastener. Keep the tool at a right angle to the fastener to avoid damaging the fastener head.

Loosening Screws and Nuts (Fig. 10)

1. Install the correct bit.
2. Apply just enough pressure to keep the bit engaged on the screw or nut.
3. Position the direction-of-rotation selector to the right of the tool for forward rotation.
4. Apply minimal pressure to the trigger switch initially. Increase speed only when full control can be maintained.

Battery Use and Care

Battery Protection

The battery circuitry protects the pack from extreme temperature, over-discharge, and over-charge. If overloaded or overheated, the circuitry will turn off the pack to protect it and prolong its life. This may happen in high torque, binding, or stalling situations. The system shuts down the pack if its operating temperature exceeds 176°F (80°C) and resumes normal operation when it returns to 32°F (0°C) - 104°F (40°C).

The LED worklight will flash slowly if the battery circuitry detects a momentary overload.

NOTE: A significantly reduced run time after fully charging indicates the battery is near the end of its usable life and must be replaced.

Cold Weather Operation

The Lithium-Ion battery pack provides optimal performance in temperatures between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F (40°C). When very cold, the battery may "pulse" for the first minute of use to warm itself. Install the battery pack in the tool and use it in a light application; after about a minute, it will have warmed and operate normally.

When to Charge the Battery Pack

It is not necessary to run down the battery pack charge before recharging. Lithium-Ion batteries can be charged anytime and will not develop a "memory" from partial discharge.

"Top off" the battery pack charge by charging it for a time before starting a big job or long period of use.

Due to Lithium-Ion fade-free properties, charging is only necessary when the pack has reached the end of its charge.

Charge the battery pack as needed.

How to Charge the Battery Pack (Fig. 2)

NOTE: The Lithium-Ion battery pack is shipped partially charged. Fully charge it before first use.

A fully discharged battery pack will charge in about 30 minutes in a surrounding temperature between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F (40°C).

1. Charge the Lithium-Ion battery pack with the correct charger.
2. Connect the charger to a power supply.
3. Align the raised ribs of the battery pack with the slot in the charger.
4. Insert the battery pack into the charger.
5. The charger will communicate with the battery pack to evaluate its condition.
6. Green lights will flash while charging. After charging is complete, the green LED on the charger will be on. A flickering red light indicates a defective battery or bad connection.
7. The battery pack will fully charge if left on the charger but will not overcharge.

NOTE: The charger can operate with most generators and inverters rated at 300 watts or higher.

LED Functions of Charger (Fig. 3)

Charging a Hot Battery Pack

If the battery pack is above normal temperature range, the red LED will illuminate and the green LED will be off. When the battery pack cools to approximately 104°F (40°C), the charger will automatically begin charging.

Charging a Cold Battery Pack

If the battery pack is below the normal temperature range, the red LED will illuminate and the green LED will be off. When the battery warms to more than 32°F (0°C), the charger will automatically begin charging.

Defective Battery

If the charger detects a problem with the battery, the battery may be defective: the red LED will flash and the green LED will be off.

1. If registering as defective, remove and reinsert the battery pack. If it reads "defective" a second time, try charging a different battery pack.
2. If a different battery pack charges normally, dispose of the defective battery pack (see Maintenance section).
3. If a different battery pack also indicates "defective," the charger may be defective.

Battery Charging

If the battery pack is charging within the normal temperature range (32°F to 104°F), the green LED will flash and the red LED will be off. The battery pack will reach a full charge in about 30 minutes.

Battery Full

If the battery pack is within the normal temperature range, the green LED will illuminate and the red LED will be off. The battery pack is fully charged and ready to use. It will fully charge but not overcharge if left on the charger.

NOTE: The charger may become warm with several continuous charge cycles. This is normal. Charge in a well-ventilated area.

To Attach Battery Pack (Fig. 4)

1. Lock the trigger switch by placing the direction-of-rotation selector in the center position.
2. Align the raised rib on the battery pack with the grooves in the tool, and insert the battery pack.

NOTE: Ensure the latch snaps into place and the battery pack is secured before operation.

⚠️ CAUTION: Improper attachment can cause damage to internal components.

To Detach Battery Pack (Fig. 4)

1. Lock the trigger switch by placing the direction-of-rotation selector in the Center Lock position.
2. Depress the battery release buttons on both sides of the battery pack.
3. Pull the battery pack out and remove it from the tool.

⚠️ WARNING: Battery tools are always in operating condition. Always lock the direction-of-rotation selector when the tool is not in use or when carrying it.

Trigger Switch (Fig. 5)

To turn the tool ON, depress the trigger switch. To turn it OFF, release the trigger switch.

Variable Speed (Fig. 5)

The variable-speed trigger switch delivers higher speed with increased trigger pressure and lower speed with decreased trigger pressure.

Direction-of-Rotation Selector (Forward/Center Lock/Reverse) (Fig. 5)

The direction of bit rotation is reversible and controlled by a selector above the trigger switch.

1. Position the selector to the left for forward rotation.
2. Position the selector to the right for reverse rotation.
3. Setting the switch in the OFF (center lock) position helps reduce the possibility of accidental starting when not in use.

⚠️ CAUTION: To prevent gear damage, always allow the tool to come to a complete stop before changing the direction of rotation.

NOTE: The tool will not run unless the direction-of-rotation selector is engaged fully to the left or right.

Electric Brake

To stop the tool, release the trigger switch and allow the tool to come to a complete stop. The electric brake quickly stops rotation and engages automatically when the trigger is released.

LED Worklight (Fig. 7)

The LED worklight, located on the front of the tool, illuminates when the trigger switch is depressed. It provides additional light on the workpiece surface for operation in lower-light areas. The LED worklight turns off when the trigger switch is released.

Maintenance

⚠️ WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when cleaning or performing any maintenance.

⚠️ WARNING: When servicing, use only identical Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.

⚠️ WARNING: It is not recommended to use compressed dry air as a cleaning method. If using compressed air is the only method, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields. If the operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.

General Maintenance

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts, as most plastics are susceptible to damage from commercial solvents.

Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, or grease.

⚠️ WARNING: Do not let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic, potentially resulting in serious personal injury.

⚠️ WARNING: To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed by a qualified service technician at a Sears Service Center, using only identical Craftsman replacement parts.

Troubleshooting

Parts List

Model No. 320.17562

The Model Number is found on the Nameplate attached to the handle. Always mention the Model Number when ordering parts.

An exploded view diagram visually represents all parts.

Parts List

Battery Recycling

To preserve natural resources, please recycle or dispose of batteries properly. This product contains lithium-ion batteries. Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit disposal of lithium-ion batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and/or disposal options.

⚠️ WARNING: Upon removal of the battery pack for disposal or recycling, cover the battery pack's terminals with heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to destroy or disassemble the battery pack or remove any of its components. Lithium-Ion batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Also, never touch both terminals with metal objects and/or body parts, as short circuit may result. Keep away from children. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in fire and/or serious injury.

Service and Support

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