Craftsman 315111960 Owner’s Manual

Owner's Manual

CRAFTSMAN+

VariableSpeed / Reversible

318in. CORDLESS

DRILL-DRIVER

Model No.

315.111960

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-A CAUTION: Readand

follow all Safety Rules and

Operating Instructions before

first use of this product.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA

972000-493

12-97

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

• Introduction and Product Specifications ......................................................................................................... 2

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

A. Important Safety Rules For Battery Tools .............................................................................................. 4

B. Important Safety Instructions For Charger ............................................................................................. 4

C. Important Information For Recharging Hot Battedes ............................................................................. 5

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

• Features ................................... :..................................................................................................................... 6

• Operation ................................................................................................................................................... 7-13

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

• Battery Pack Removal and Preparation For Recycling ................................................................................ 14

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

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

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN 3/8 In. DRILL-DRIVER If this I:RRFTSMIIN 3/8 in. Drill-Driver fails to give complete satisfaction within one year from the date of pur-

chase, RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE IN THE UNITED STATES, and Sears will repair it, free

of charge. If this I:RRFTSHRN 318 in. Drill-Driver 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 dghts, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Yourdrill-driver has many features for making drilling operations more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance and dependability have been given top pdodty in the design of this drill-ddver making it easy

to maintain and operate.

_i, CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire

owner's manual before using your new ddll- driver. Pay close attention to the Rules For Safe Operation, Warnings and Cautions. If you use your drill-driver properly and only for what it is

intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

SPECIFICATIONS: Chuck Capacity

Motor Charger Rating

No Load Speed Switch

Charge Rate

3/8 in.

7.2 Volts DC

120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC Only

0 - 600 RPM

Variable Speed - Reversible

3 Hours

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 MEANING

NOTE: Advises you of informationor instructionsvital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this M 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, electric shock, or serious • 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 POWER TOOL. Read owner's •

manual carefully. Learn 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 WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas

and benches invite accidents.

• AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't

use power tool 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 and 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 a dry and high or locked-up

place - out of the reach of children. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better

and safer at the rate for which itwas designed.

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates caution or waming. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.

WARNING: Failure to obey s safety waming can result in seriousinjury to yourself or to others.

Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the riskof fire, electric shockand personal injury.

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

yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the dsk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

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

Don't use tool for purpose not intended - for example - A circular saw should never be used for cutting tree limbs or logs.

WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can get caught in tool's

moving parts and cause personal injury. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended

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

being drawn intonearby air vents. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday

eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses;

they are NOT safety glasses. "

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

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

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 OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not use on a ladder or

unstable support. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools

sharp at all times, and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructionsfor lubricating

and changing accessories.

REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND

WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that

keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from

tool before tuming it on.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

• NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO-

SPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could ignite flammable liquids, gases, or fumes.

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. Do not operate tool when

you are tired. Do not rush.

CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use

of the tool, a guard or other partthat is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended

function. Check for alignment of moving parts, • binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,

mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other partthat is damaged should be propedy repaired or • replaced by an authorized service center unless

indicated elsewhere in this instructionmanual. DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT

TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches

replaced by an authorized service center.

DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not operate tool while under the influence of drugs,

alcohol, or any medication. DRILLING OR DRIVING SCREWS INTO

ELECTRICAL WIRING IN WALLS, CEILINGS, OR OTHER AREAS CAN CAUSE THE BIT OR •

CHUCK TO BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE. Do not touch metal parts when drilling intoa wall;

grasp only the insulated handle(s) or plastic housing when using this tool. Make sure hidden

electrical widng, water pipes, and mechanical _k hazards are not in the path of the bit when

drilling into a wall.

• INSPECT FOR and remove all nails from lumber

before drilling.

IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY

TOOLS

Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electdcal outlet; therefore, they are always in

operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery toolor

when changing accessories. USE ONLY THE CHARGER PROVIDED WITH

YOUR BATTERY TOOL. Do not substitute any other charger. Use of another charger could cause battedes to explode causing possible

serious injury.

DONOT PLACE BATTERY TOOLS OR THEIR BATTERIES NEAR FIRE OR HEAT. They may

explode. DO NOT CHARGE BATTERY TOOL IN A

DAMP OR WET LOCATION.

Your battery tool should be charged in a location where the temperature ismore than 50°F but

less than 100°F. Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,

battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with your skin, wash immediately with soap and water, then neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar. If liquid gets in your eyes, flush them

with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention.

If carrying your battery tool at your side, make sure it is notrunning and your finger is noton the switch. Avoid accidental starting.

SECURE WORK before applying power. NEVER hold workpiece in your hand or across your legs.

WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHARGER

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual contains important safety and operating

instructions for battery charger part number 999555-007.

Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings inthis manual, on

battery charger, and product usingbattery charger.

WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, charge only

nickel-cadmium type rechargeable batteries. Other types of battedes may burst causing

personal injury and damage.

Do not expose charger to rain or snow. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold

by the battery charger manufacturer may result

in a risk of fire, electdc shock, or injury to

persons. To reduce dsk of damage to charger body and

cord, pull by charger body rather than cord when disconnecting charger.

Make sure cord is located so that it will notbe stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected

to damage or stress.

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. That pins on plug of extension cord are the

same number, size and shape as those of

plug on charger.

b. That extension cord is properly wired and in

good electrical condition; and

c. That wire size is large enough forAC

ampere rating of charger as specified below:

Cord Length (Feet) 25ft. 50ft. 100ft. 150ft. Cord Size (AWG) 16 16 16 14

Note: AWG = American Wire Gage

m DO NOT OPERATE CHARGER WITH A

DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG. Ifdamaged, have replaced immediatelyby a qualified serviceman.

• ' Do not operate_charger if ithas receive_a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise

damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman.

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.

To reduce dsk of electric shock, unplugcharger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Tuming off controls will not reduce

this dsk.

• Do not use charger outdoors.

• Disconnect charger from power supply when

not in use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use them to instructothers who

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

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

safety is involved.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR RECHARGING HOT BATTERIES

When using your ddll-driver continuously, the batter-

ies in your battery pack will become hot. You should let a hot battery pack cool down for approximately 30 minutes before attempting to recharge.

Note: This situation only occurs when continuous use of your drill causes the batteries to become hot. It

WARNING:

The operation of any power tool 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.

does not occur under normal circumstances. Refer to "CHARGING YOUR DRILL-DRIVER" for normal

recharging of batteries. If the charger does notcharge

your battery pack under normal cimumstances, return

both the battery pack and charger toyour nearest Sears repair center for electrical check.

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