Craftsman 315114420 Owner’s Manual
Operator's Manual
3/8 in. 16.8 VOLT
CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER
Variable Speed / Reversible
Model No.
315.114420
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,_ WARNING: Toreducetherisk of injury, the
user must read and understand the operator's
manual before using this product.
Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188
Sears, Roebuc'k and Co., 3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
visit the Craftsman web page: www,sears,com/craftsrnan
983000 297
11-03
• Warranty ....................................................................................................................................................................... 2
• General Safety Rules ............................................................................................................................................ 3 4
• Specific Safety Rules .............................................................................................................................................. 4 b
• Symbols ......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
• Product. Specifications .................................................................................................................................................... 7
• Features ..................................................................................................................................................................... 7-8
• Operation .................................................................................................................................................................. 9-14
• Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................. t 5
• Accessories .................................................................................................................................................................. i 5
• Exploded View and Repair Parts List ........................................................................................................................... 16
• PaEs Ordering/Service ............................................................................................................................................... 18
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN 3/8 in, CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER
If this I:RRF'r$1_AN 3/8 in, Cordless Drill-Driver fails to give complete satisfaction within one year from the date of pu_-
chase, RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES, and
Sears will repair it, free of charge.
If this rRRFI"$NRN 3/8 in. Cordless 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 rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck aad Co., Dept. 817WA, HoT|men Estates, IL 60179
Your drill driver has many features for making your drilling
operations more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety,
performance and dependability have been given top
priority in the design of this drill-driver making it easy to
maintain and operate.
,_. WARNING : Do not attempt to use this product until
you read thoroughly and understand completely the
operator's manual. Pay close attention to the safety
rules including Dangers, Warnings and Cautions. If
you use this product properly and only as intended,
you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means
attention!!! Your safety is involved.
_k WARNING:
The operation of any power tool can result ir_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
SMe[y Mask for use over eyeglasses or s[ar:dard safety giasses with side shields, available al Sears
Retail Stores. Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
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_k WARNING: Read and understand all instructions,
Failure to follow a)! instructions listed below, may
resu_ in eiectnc shock, fire and/or serious personal
injury.
SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTIONS
Work Area
• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in e_plosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite l:he dust or fumes.
• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while
operating a power tool. DistraCtions can cause you
to lose control,
Electrical Safety
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry
the charger. K_p cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges, or moving parts, Replace damaged cords
Immediately. Damaged cords may create a fire
• A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a
separate battery pack must be recharged only with
the specified charger for the battery, A charger that
may be suitable for one type of battery may create a
risk of fire when used with another battery, Use battery
only with charger listed.
MODEL BATTERY PACK CHARGER
315.114420 iTEM NO. _91137(} ITEM NO. _911041
{t 323516 ) (1425301 )
Personal Safety
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
riot use tool while tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inatten-
tion while operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury,
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing,
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose c)othes,
iewetry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• Avoid accidental starling. Be sure switch is in the
locked or off position before inserting battery
pack. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or
inserting the battery pack into a tool with the switch on,
invites accidents.
• Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turn-
ing the tool on, A wrench or a key that is left attached
to a rotating part of the tool may result in persona)
injury,
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables
better control of the tool in unexpected situations, Do
not use on a ladder or unstable support.
• Use safety equipment.Always wear eye protection.
Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
Use battery operated tool only with specifically
designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries
may create a risk of fire. Use only with battery pack
listed.
Tool Use and Care
• Use clamps or other practical way to secure and
supped the workpiece to a stable platform. Hold-
ing the work by hand or against your body is unstable
and may lead to loss of control.
• Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your
application. The correct tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it is designed,
• Do nor use tool ff switch does not turn it on or off.
A tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired,
• Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch
in the locked or off position before making any adjust-
ments, shangir_ accessQ, iee, or storing the tool. Such
preventive safety measures reduce risk of starting the tool
scc_er_L_.
• Store idle toots out of reach of children and other
untrained persons, Tools are dangerous in the hands
of Untrained iis_i!n;,
• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects like: paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws, or other small metal objects that
can make a connection from onetermlnal to
another, Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause sparks, burns, or a fire,
• Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp
and clean. Properly maintained tools, with sharp
cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to
control.
• Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of pads, arid any other condition that may
affect the toors operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidenls er_-;c_'u_s(÷(;by
poody maintained tools.
• Use only accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may
be suitable for one tool, may create a risk of injury
when used on another tool.
Service
• "reel service must be performed only by qualified
repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualified personnel could result in a dsk of injury.
l When servicing a tool, use only identical replace-
ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance
section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or
failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a
risk of shock or iniury.
Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact
hidden wiring. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator.
Additional Rules For Safe Operadion
• Know your power tool. Read operator's manual
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, •
as welt as the specific potential hazards related to
this tool. Foilowing this rule will reduce the risk of
ele_ric shock, [inh or serious injury.
• Make 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. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at •
least 16 is recommended for an extension cord 108
feet or less in length. A cord exceeding log feet is
not recommended. If in doubt, use the next heavier •
gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the
cord. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line
voltage _sutting in loss of power and overheating.
important Rules for Battery Tools •
• Battery tools do not have to be plugged Into an
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in
operating condition. Be aware of possible haz-
ards when not using your battew tool or when
changing accessories. Following this rule will
reduce the nsk of electric shock, fire, or serious
personal iniu,'y
fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and
possible injury.
Batteries vent hydrogen gas and can explode in
the presence of a source of ignition, such as a pitot
light. To reduce the risk of serious personal inlury,
never use any cordless product in the presenc_ of
open flame. An exploded battery can propel debris
and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water immedi
ately.
Do not charge battery tool in a damp orwet loca-
tion. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock.
For best results, your battery tool should be
charged in a location where the temperature is
more than 50°F but less than t00°F. Do not store
outside or in vehicles.
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 Into your eyes, flush them
with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek
immediate medical attention. Following this rule wilr
reduce the risk of serious personal iniury,
._WARNING : Never use a battery that has been
dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery
is subject to explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped
battery fmmediately. Failure to heed this warning can
result in serious personal mjury.
• Before using battery charger, read all instructions
and cautionary markings in this manual, on
battery charger, and product using battery
charger. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
• To reduce risk of injury, charge only nickel-
cadmium type rechargeable batteries. Other types
of batteries may burst causing personal injury and
damage. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury,
• Do not expose charger to rain or snow. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or
serious personal injury.
• Use of an attachment not recommended or sold
by the battew charger manufacturer may result in
a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious personal injury,
• To reduce risk of damage to charger body and
cord, pub by charger plug rather than cord wher_
disconnecting charger. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious
persona] injury.
• Make sure cord is located so that it will not be
stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected
to damage or stress. Following this rule will reduce
the risk of serious personal injury.
• 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:
• That pins on plug of extension cord are the
same number, size and shape as those of
plug on charger.
* That extension cord is properly wired and in
good electrical cendition; and
• That wire size is large enough forAC ampere
rating of charger as epecified below:
Cord Length (Feet) 25' 50' 100'
Cord Size (AWG) I 6 16 16
Note: AWG = American Wire Gage
• Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or
plug. If damaged, have replaced immediately by a
qualified serviceman. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of ele_ric shock, fire, or sedous personal injury.
• Do not operate charger if it has received e sharp
blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any
way; take it to a qualified serviceman. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of electric shook, tire. or
serious personal injury.
• Do not disassemb|e charger; take it to a qual#ied
serviceman when service or repair is required.
Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk o'f
electric shock or fire. Following this rule will reduce
the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal
_njury.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug
charger from outlet before attempting any mainte-
nance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not
reduce this risk. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
• Do not use charger outdoors. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious
personal injury.
• Disconnect charger from power supply when not
in use. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
etectdc shock, fire, or serious personal iniury.
• RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT TOUCH
UNINSULATED PORTION OF OUTPUT CONNEC=
1"OR OR UNINSULATED BA'rI'ERY TERMINAL.
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. Following this rule wi!l
reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious
personal injury.
,I_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.
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important:Someofthefollowingsymbolsmaybeusedonyourtool.Pleasestudythemandlearntheirmeaning.Proper
irrterpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer,
SYMBOL NAME
V Volts
A Amperes
Hz Hertz
rain Minutes
Alternating Current
Direct Current
no No Load Speed
_,/rain Revolutions or Reciprocation Per Minute.
A
O
Safety Alert Symbol
Wear Eye Protection
DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
Voltage
Current
Frequency (cycles per second)
Time
Type or a characteristic o; current
Type or a characteristic of current
Rotational speed, at no load
Revolutions, strokes,
surface speed, orbits etc. per minute
Indicates danger, warningoroaution.
It means attentien!!i Your safety is
involved.
Always wear safety goggles or
safetyglasseswith side shields when
operating this product
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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 give an_ not substitutes for proper accident prevention
measures.
Symbol Meaning
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury
,ik
A
NOTE:
WARNING : Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could _._st.fltin death or
serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices that may cause property damage.
Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or mai_enance of the equipment.
Wet C,onditions Alert
Do not expose to rain or use in damp
locations.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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