Owner's Manual CRAFTSMAN° 3/8 in. Two Speed / Reversible CORDLESS DRILL Model No. 315.111920 -_, CAUTION: Readand follow all Safety Rules and Operating Ir_structionsbefore first use of this product. Sears, Roebuck 972000-494 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 attenUon and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The Instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures. SYMBOL MEANING A SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: A WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued) NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO- DO NOT PLACE BATTERY TOOLS OR THEIR SPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could ignite flammable liquids, gases, or fumes. 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. DO NOT CHARGE BATTERY TOOL IN A DAMP OR WET LOCATION.
RULES • FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued) 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, • Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman. make sure: • Do not disassemble charger;,take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required.
The following recommended accessories are currently available at Sears Retail Stores. • 6-Pc. Extra Length Magnite Power Bit Set • High Speed Bits (For Wood or Metal)...3/4 in. Max. • 30-Pc. Power Screwdriver/Nutdriver Set and Case • Keyless Chuck (Item No. 20988) • 17-Pc. Power Screwddver/Nutdriver Set and Case _k WARNING: KNOW YOUR The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous. DRILL WRIST STRAP See Figure 1. See Figure 1.
_lb _ 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. WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with your drill to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict • Note: Battery pack can remain on your drill or be removed while charging.
SWITCH See Figure 2. To turn your drill ON, depress the switch trigger. To turn it OFF, release the switch trigger. SELECTOR BA'n'ERY LATCHES CENTERPosrnoN (LOCK) SWITCH TRIGGER Fig. 2 TWO SPEED Your drill has a two speed feature in the switch. Depress the switch trigger halfway for driving screws at low speed. Depress the switch trigger all the way for normal drilling. Release the switch trigger to turn drill off.
SWITCH KEYLESS CHUCK LOCK See Figure 4. SeeFigure5. The switch trigger can be locked in the OFF position. This feature can be used to prevent the possibilityof accidental starting when not in use. To lock switch trigger, place the direction of rotation selector in center position. Your new drillhas a keyless chuck. As the name implies, you can hand tighten or release drillbits in the chuck jaws. Grasp and hold the collar of the chuck with one hand. Rotate the chuck body with your other hand.
INSTALLING BITS ,_ See Figure 6. • Lock the switch trigger 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. Also, raise the front of your drill slightly to keep the bit from falling out of the chuck jaws. • Insert drill bit into chuck the full length of the jaws as shown in Figure 6. • Tighten the chuck jaws on drill bit.
Move the ddll bit into the workpiece applying only enough pressure to keep the bit cutting. Do not force or apply side pressure to elongate a hole. 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 sedous injury. WARNING: Be prepared for binding or bit breakthrough.
CHUCK REMOVAL Insert allen wrench in chuck and tighten chuck jaws securely. Tap sharply with a mallet in a counterclockwise direction. This will loosen chuck See Figures 10, 11, and 12. The chuck must be removed in order to use some accessories. To remove: • Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position. • Insert a 5/16 inch or larger allen wrench (hex key wrench) into the chuck of your drill and tighten the chuck jaws securely.
,_ 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 fifteen, are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should be replaced by a qualified service technician at an authorized service facility. Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts.
CRAFTSMAN I 3/8 INCH CORDLESS DRILL - MODEL NO. 315.111920 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. CORDLESS DRILL or when ordering repair parts. SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS 2 1 PARTS Key No. LIST PaN Number Description 616478-003 Screw (Special) ............................................. 1 2 973094-001 Chuck (Item No. 20988) ................................
Forthe repairor replacement partsyouneed delivereddirectlyto yourhome Call7 am - 7 pro,7 daysa week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Forrepairservice Call24 hours a day,7 daysa week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7247) Forthe locationofa SearsPartsandRepairCenterinyourarea Call24 hours a day,7 daysa week 1-800-488-1 222 _ l-'-" mmmmm mmmmmm The modelnumberof this toolwill be foundona serial plate atta_ched to the motorhousing.
