Craftsman 315.101250 User Manual

Owner's Manual

1/2 in. DRILL

Variable Speed-Adjustable-Reversible

Double Insulated

Model No.

315.101250

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CAUTION: Read and

follow all Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions before
first use ofthis product.

Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
Visit the Craftsman web page: www.Sears.com/craftsman

972000-771

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• Safety

• Features

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

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• Table Of Contents ........................................................................................................................... _.............. 2

• Warranty .......................................................................................................................................................... 2

• Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................... 2

• Rules For Safe Operation ........................................................................................................................... 3-5

• Product Specifications .................................................................................................................................... 6

• Unpacking ..................................................................................................................................................... .. 6

• Accessories .................................................................................................................................................... 6

• Features ......................................................................................................................................................... 7

• Operation ................................................................................................................................................... 8-12

• Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................. 13

• Exploded View and Repair Parts List...................................................................................................... 14-15

• Parts Ordering / Service ............................................................................................................................... 16

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN DRILL

Ifthis rRAF'rSMnN Drillfails to give complete satisfaction within one year from the date of purchase, RETURN
IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES, and Sears

will repair it, free of charge.

Ifthis CRIIFTSNRN Drill is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from

the date of purchase.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL60179

Your drill has many features for making your ddlling
operations more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety,

performance and dependability have been given top
priority in the design of this drill making it easy to

maintain and operate.

_k CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire

owner's manual before using your new drill. Pay
close attentaonto the Rul_s For Safe Operat'on,

Warnings and Cautions. If you use your drill
properly and only for what it is intended, yo0 will
enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

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ThepurposeofsafetysymbolsIsto attractyourattentiontopossibledangers.Thesafetysymbols,and

theexplanationswiththem,deserveyourcarefulettenUonendunderstanding.Thesafetywarningsdo

notbythemselveseliminateanydanger.Theinstructionsorwarningstheygivearenotsubstitutesfor
properaccidentpreventionmeasures.

SYMBOL MEANING

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NOTE:

DOUBLE INSULATION
Double insulation is a concept in safety, in electric

power tools which eliminates the need for the usual
throe-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal
parts are isolated from intemal metal motor
components with protecting insulation. Double
insulated tools do not need to be grounded.

_k WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this tool

until you have read thoroughly and understand
completely all instructions, safety rules, etc.
contained in this manual. Failure to comply can

result in accidents involving fire, electd¢ shock,

or sadous personal injury. Save owner's manual
and review frequently for continuing safe
operation, and instructing others who may use

this tool.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

KNOW YOUR POWE R TOOL. Read owner's
manual carefully. Lsam its applications and

limitations as well as the specific potential
hazards related to this tool.

GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by
preventing body contact with grounded surfaces.
For example; pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigera-

tor enclosures.

• KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working

order.

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:

Indicates danger, waming, or caution. May be used in conjunction withother symbols or picto-

graphs.

DANGER: Failure to obey a safety waming will result in serious injury to yourself or to others.

Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others.
Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injuryto

yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock

and personal injury.

Advises you of information or instructionsvital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

IMPORTANT
Servicing of a tool with double insulation requires

extreme care and knowledge of the system and
should be performed only by a qualified service

technician. For service we suggest you return the tool
to your nearest Sears Store or Sears Servive Center

for repair. Always use original factory replacement

parts when servicing.

• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas

and benches invite accidents.
AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't

use power tools in damp or wet locations or
expose to rain. Keep work area well lit.

KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All

visitors should wear safety glasses end be kept a

safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors
contact tool or extension cord.

STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools

should be stored in s dry and high or locked-up

place - out of the reach of children,

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DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

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USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or
attachment to do the job of a heavy duty tool.

Donl use tool for purpose not intended - for
example - A circular saw should never be used
for cutting tree limbsor logs.

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RULESFORSAFEOPERATION(Continued)

WEARPROPERAPPAREL.Donotwearloose
clothingorjewelrythatcangetcaughtintool's

movingpartsandcausepersonalinjury.Rubber
glovesandnonskidfootwear are recommended

when working outdoors. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair and keep it from

being drawn into nearby air vents.

ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday

eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses;

they are NOT safety glasses.

PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust
mask if the operation is dusty.

PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing
protection during extended periods of operation.

DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord
or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep
cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

• SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold
work. It's safer than using your hand and it frees
both hands to operate tool.

• DON'T OVERRL_ACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Do not use on a ladder or

unstable support. Secure tools when working at
elevated positions.

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools
sharp and clean for best and safest performance,

Follow instructions for lubricating and changing

accessories.

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DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before

servicing, or when changing attachments,

blades, bits, cutters, etc,, all tools should be
disconnected from power supply.

REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that

keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from
tool before turning iton.

AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Don't carry
plugged-in tool with finger on switch. Be sure
switch is off when plugging in,

• AKE SURE YOUR EXTENSION CORD IS IN
GOOD CONDITION. When using an extension

cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry
the current your product will draw. An undersized

cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in
loss of power and overheating. A wire gage size
(A.W.G.) of at least 16 is recommended for an
extension cord 100 feet or less in length. A cord
exceeding 100 feet is not recommended. If in
doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller

the gage number, the heavier the cord.
OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When

tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords
suitable for use outdoors. Outdoor approved

cords are marked with the suffix W-A, for ex-
ample - SJTW-A or SJOW-A.

KEEP BITS CLEAN AND SHARP. Sharp bits
minimize stalling and kickback.

KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM DRILLING AREA.
Keep hands away from bits. Do not reach

underneath work while bit is rotating. Do not

attempt to remove material while bit is rotating.
NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO-

SPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could

ignite fumes.
INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY and if

damaged, have repaired by an authorized
service facility. Stay constantly aware of cord

location.
INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODI J

CALLY and replace if damaged.

KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE
FRO• 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 AND EXERCISE CONTROL.
Watch what you are doing and use common

sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired.
Do not rush.

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RULESFORSAFEOPERATION(Continued)

CHECKDAMAGEDPARTS.Beforefurtheruse III
ofthetool,aguardorotherpartthatisdamaged

shouldbecarefullycheckedtodeterminethatit
willoperateproperlyandperformitsintended
function.Checkforalignmentofmovingparts,

bindingofmovingparts,breakageofparts,

mountingandany other conditions that may •

affect its operation. A guard or other part that is

damaged should be properly repaired or re-

placed by an authodzed service center.

DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT
TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches

replaced by an authodzed service center,

DRILLING INTO ELECTRICAL WIRING IN

WALLS CAN CAUSE DRILL BIT AND CHUCK

TO BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE. Do not

touch the chuck or metal housing when ddlling •

into a wall; grasp only the insulated handle(s)

provided on the tool.

INSPECT FOR and remove all nails from lumber

before drilling.

DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not

operate this tool while under the influence of
drugs, alcohol, or any medication.

POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of

electric shock, this tool has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in
a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does

not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still

does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to

install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug

in any way.
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL

CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them

frequently and use them to instruct others who

may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool,
loan them these instructions also.

_k WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction

activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some

examples of these chemicals are:

• lead from lead-based paints,

• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety

equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

_1_ Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means'attention!H Your

safety is involved.

WARNING:

The operation of any drill can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which
can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear

safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We

recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses

with side shields, available at Sears Retail Stores.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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