Operator's Manual 318 in., 14.4 VOLTS CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER Variable Speed / Reversible Model No. 315.114450 Save this manual for future reference • • • • _IL WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using this product. Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188 Sears, Roebuck and Co., 3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.
• Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2 • Warranty .......................................................................................................................................................................... 2 • General Safety Rules ...................................................................................................................
WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to fellow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. • Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enable better control of the tool in unexpected situations. • Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
SERVICE • • • Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring. Contact with a "live" wire will also make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator. RULES • Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly injury. • Batteries vent hydrogen gas and can explode in the presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light.
,_, • c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of charger as specified below: WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. Cord Length (Feet) 25' 50' 100' Cord Size (AWG) 16 16 16 Note: AWG = American Wire Gage Never use a battery that has been dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to explosion.
Important:Someofthefollowingsymbolsmaybeusedonyourtool.Pleasestudythemandlearntheirmeaning.Proper interpretation of thesesymbolswillallowyoutooperatethetoolbetterandsafer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION V Volts Voltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) min Minutes Time "X, Alternating Current Type or a characteristic of current --'=- Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current no No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load ...
SPECIFICATIONS Chuck 3/8 in. (10 mm) Keyless Motor 14.4 Volt DC Switch Variable Speed Gear Train Clutch 24 Positions Charger Input 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only 3-6 Hours Charge Rate Maximum 100 in.lb. Torque One Speed VARIABLE Before using this tool, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements. However, do not let familiarity with the tool make you careless. SPEED This toot has a variable speed switch that delivers higher speed with increased trigger pressure.
INSTRUCTIONS ,_ WARNING: If any parts are missing do not operate the tool until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury. When unpacking the drill: • Carefully remove the tool and accessories from the box. • Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. • Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating this toot. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury. ,_ _I_ SWITCH See Figure 2. WARNING: Exercise caution when using this tool. Careless actions, for even a fraction of a second, can result in serious personal injury. CHARGING BATTERY To turn the drill ON, depress the switch trigger. To turn it OFF, release the switch trigger.
REVERSIBLE TO INSTALL See Figure 3. See Figure 4. This tool has the feature of being reversible. The direction of rotation is controlled by a selector located above the switch trigger. With the drill held in normal operating position, the direction of rotation selector should be positioned to the left of the switch for drilling. The drilling direction is reversed when the selector is to the right of the switch. When the selector is in center position, the switch trigger is locked.
KEYLESS CHUCK INSTALLING BITS See Figure 5. See Figure 7. The drill has a keyless chuck. As the name implies, you can hand tighten or release drill bits in the chuck jaws. Grasp and hold the collar of the chuck with one hand. Rotate the chuck • Lock switch trigger on the drill by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position. See Figure 2. • Open or close chuck jaws to a point where the opening is slightly larger than the bit size you intend to use.
REMOVINGBITS ADJUSTABLE See Figure 7. See Figure 9. • Lock switch trigger or the drill by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position. See Figure 2. • Loosen the chuck jaws from drill bit. • To loosen: grasp and hold the collar of the chuck with one hand, while rotating chuck body with your other hand. Note: Rotate chuck body in the direction of the arrow marked UNLOCK to loosen chuck jaws.
,_ ,_ 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 See Figure 10. WARNING: Be prepared for binding or bit breakthrough. When these situations occur, drill has a tendency to grab and kick opposite to the direction of rotation and could cause loss of control when breaking through material.
CHUCK REMOVAL TO RETIGHTEN See Figures 12, 13, and 14. Lock switch trigger or the drill by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position. See Figure 2. • Insert a 5/16 inch or larger hex key wrench into the chuck of the drill and tighten the chuck jaws securely. CHUCK The chuck may become loose on spindle and develop a wobble. Periodically check chuck screw for tightness. A loose screw may cause the chuck jaws to bind and prevent them from closing.
,_ Do not abuse power tools. Abusive practices can damage toot as well as workpiece. WARNING: When servicing, use only identical Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other part may create a hazard or cause product damage. Only the parts shown on parts list, page 17, are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should be replaced at a Sears Service Center. Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts.
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CRAFTSMAN 318 in., 14.4 VOLT CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER - MODEL NO. 315.114450 ,_, _The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model | number in all correspondence regarding your 3/8 in., 14.4 VOLT CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER ordering repair parts. ° SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING . J INSTRUCTIONS 2 5 \ 3 4 PARTS Key No. \ LIST Part Number Description 1 6612002 Screw (Special) ................................................
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