Owner's Manual CRAFTSMAN + Variable Speed / Reversible 318 in. CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER Model No. 315.111960 Save this manual for future reference -A CAUTION: Readand follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. Sears, Roebuck 972000-493 12-97 and Co.
• Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................... 2 • Introduction and Product Specifications ......................................................................................................... 2 • Rules For Safe Operation ........................................................................................................................... 3-5 A.
The purpose of safety symbols Is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they g!ve are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures. SYMBOL A MEANING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates caution or waming. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued) • NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could ignite flammable liquids, gases, or fumes. DONOT BATTERIES NEAR FIRE OR HEAT. They may explode. KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean • cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products or any strong solvents to clean your tool. • STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use common sense.
RULES FORSAFE OPERATION (Contlnued). An extension cord should not be used Unless, absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure: a. • ' Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of eleotdc shock or fire. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those of plug on charger. b.
The following recommended accessories are currently available at Sears Retail Stores. • 6-Pc. Extra Length Magnite Power Bit Set • High Speed Bits ...... 3/8 inch Max. • 30-Pc. Power Scrawddver/Nutddver Set and Case • Keylese Chuck (Item No. 20988) • 17-Pc. Power Screwddver/Nutddver Set and Case ,_ WARNING:. The use of attachments or accessodes not listed might be hazardous. KNOW YOUR DRILL-DRIVER See Figure 1.
WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating tools. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury. • Place battery pack in charging stand. Align raised rib on battery pack with groove in charging stand. Sea Figure I. • Press down on battery pack to be sure contacts on WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with your drill-driver to make you careless.
SWITCH SELECTOR See Figure 2. To tum your drill ON, depress the switch tdgger. To tum it OFF, release the switch trigger. FORWARD CENTERPOSmON (LOCK) SWITCHTRIGGER CENTERPOSmON (LOCK) Fig. 3 WARNING: Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore, switch should SELECTOR always be locked when not in use or carrying at your side. SWITCHTRIGGER Fig. 2 VARIABLE REVERSIBLE SPEED See Figure 3.
TO INSTALL BATTERYPACK TO REMOVE • • Lock switch trigger on your drill by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position. See Figure 3. • Locate latches on end of battery pack and depress to release battery pack from your drill. See Figure 4. • Remove battery pack from your ddll. • Lock switch trigger on your drill by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position. See Figure 3. Place battery pack in your drill.
INSTALLING BITS _1= WARNING: Do not insert drill bit into chuck jaws and tighten as shown in figure 7. This could cause ddll bit to be thrown from drill resulting in possible serious personal injury or damage to the chuck. See Figure 6. Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position. See Figure 3. Open or close chuck jaws to a point where the opening is slightly larger than the bit size you intend to use.
BIT STORAGE LEVEL DRILLING See Figure 8. See Figure 10. When not in use, bits provided with your drill can be placed in the storage area located on the bottom of your ddll as shown in figure 8. A convenient new feature provided with your drill is a level, It is recessed in the motor housing on top of your ddlL It can be used to keep ddll bits level during ddlling operations. BIT STORAGE AREA SCREWDRIVER BITS TO CLOSE TO OPEN ADJUSTABLE TORQUE Fig.
When drilling metals, use a light oil on the ddll bit to keep it from overheating. The oil will prolong the life of the bit and increase the ddlling action. _1= WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating tools. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury. DRILLING If the bit jams in workpiece or if the ddll stall_, release switch trigger immediately.
CHUCKREMOVAL(co_Inued) TO RETIGHTEN A LOOSE CHUCK • The chuck may become loose on spindle and develop a wobble. Also, the chuck screw may become loose causing the chuck jaws to bind and prevent them from closing. To tighten, follow these steps: Open chuck jaws and remove allen wrench. Remove the chuck screw by turning it in a clockwise direction. See Figure 13. Note: The screw has left hand threads. Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position.
BA'n'ERIES " To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest the following: Yourdrill'sbatterypackis equipped with6 nickelcadmiumrechargeable batteries.Lengthofservice fromeachchargingwilldependonthetypeofwork youaredoing. Thebatteriesinthistoolhavebeendesignedto providemaximumtroublefree life. However, like all batteries, they will eventually wear out. Do not disassemble battery pack and attempt to replace the batteries.
CRAFTSMAN3/8 in. CORDLESSDRILL-DRIVERMODELNO. 315.111960 _-I I I model number in all correspondence regarding your 3/8 in. CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER or when The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the ordering repair parts. | SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 S 11 PARTS LIST KEY NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 1 616478-003 Screw (Special) .................................................................................
Forthe repair or replacementpartsyou need delivereddirectlyto yourhome Call7 am- 7 pro,7 daysa week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) For repairservice Call24 hours a day,7 daysa week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7247) Forthe locationof a SearsPartsandRepairCenterin yourarea Call24 hours a day,7 daysa week 1-800-488-1 222 mmmmmm The modelnumberof thistoolwill be foundona serial plate attachedto the motorhousing.
