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Operator's Manual
1/2 in., 18 VOLT CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER
Variable Speed / Reversible
Model No.
315.114540
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Save this manual for
future reference
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 Estates, IL 60179 USA
Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents ...........................................................................................................................................................2
Warranty .........................................................................................................................................................................2
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 3
General Safety Rules, Specific Safety Rules, and Symbols ...................................................................................... 3-6
Product Specifications .................................................................................................................................................... 7
Features ..................................................................................................................................................................... 7-8
Operation .................................................................................................................................................................. 9-14
Maintenance .................................................................................................................................................................15
Accessories .................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Exploded View and Repair Parts List ...........................................................................................................................17
Parts Ordering / Service ...............................................................................................................................................18
WARRANTY
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN 1/2 in. CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER
If this 1/2 in. Cordless Drill-Driver fails 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.
If this 1/2 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 and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means
attention!!! Your safety is involved.
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. Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
This operator’s manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product.
Read the operator’s manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance, and repair information.
MEANING
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
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INTRODUCTION
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.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Read and understand all instructions.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may
result in electric 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 explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the 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. Keep 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
315.114540 Item No. 9 11045 Item No. 9 11041
(1323514) (1425301)
315.114350 1323905 1425301
(combo)
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.
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.
Personal Safety
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not 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 clothes,
jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the
locked or off position before inserting#Battery
pack7 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 personal
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.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Tool Use and Care
Use clamps or other practical way to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding
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 not use tool if 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 adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such
preventive safety measures reduce risk of starting the tool
accidentally.
Store idle tools out of reach of children and other
untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
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 one terminal 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 parts, and any other condition that may
affect the tool's operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by
poorly 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
Tool service must be performed only by qualified
repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
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 injury.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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 Operation
Know your power tool. Read operator's manual
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as
well as the specific potential hazards related to
this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, 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 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. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting 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 hazards
when not using your battery tool or when changing accessories. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
Do not place battery tools or their batteries near
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 pilot light.
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never
use any cordless product in the presence of open
flame. An exploded battery can propel debris and
chemicals. If exposed, flush with water immediately.
Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet
location. 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 100°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 will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHARGER
AND SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Never use a battery that has been dropped or re-
ceived a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to
explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped battery
immediately. Failure to heed this warning can result in
serious personal injury.
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 and nickel metal hydride 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 battery 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, pull by charger plug rather than cord when
disconnecting charger. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious
personal 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:
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 for AC ampere
rating of charger as specified below:
Cord Length (Feet) 25' 50' 100'
Cord Size (AWG) 16 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 electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
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. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or
serious personal injury.
Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified
serviceman when service or repair is required.
Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of
electric shock or fire. Following this rule will reduce
the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal
injury.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug
charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance 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
electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT TOUCH
UNINSULATED PORTION OF OUTPUT CONNECTOR OR UNINSULATED BATTERY 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 will
reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious
personal injury.
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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SYMBOLS
Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
min Minutes Time
Alternating Current Type or a characteristic of current
--- Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
n
0
.../min
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 are not substitutes for proper accident prevention
measures.
Symbol Meaning
No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
Revolutions or Reciprocation Per Minute
Safety Alert Symbolvv
Wear Eye Protection
Revolutions, strokes,
surface speed, orbits etc. per minute
Indicates danger, warning or caution.
It means attention!!! Your safety is
involved.
Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields and a full face
shield when operating this product.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in 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.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
DRILL-DRIVER 315.114540
Chuck 1/2 in. Keyless
Motor DC Motor 18 Volt
Gear Train Two Speed
No Load Speed 0-350 RPM (Low)
0-1300 RPM (High)
Clutch 24 Positions
Maximum Torque 380 in.lb.
CHARGER Item No. 9 11041
Rating 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only
Charging Voltage 7.2 - 24 Volt
Charge Rate 1 Hour
BATTERY PACK Item No. 9 11045
(for 114540) (1323514)
(for 11435 combo) (1323905)
Craftsman 114540 - 18V test criteria
380 in.lb. torque
320 #8 x 1.25 in. wood screws in low speed per battery pack charge into pine lumber.
280 3/8 in. diameter holes per battery pack charge into 2 in. nominal pine lumber.
FEATURES
(1425301)
KNOW YOUR DRILL-DRIVER
See Figure 1.
Before attempting to use your drill-driver, familiarize
yourself with all operating features and safety
requirements.
KEYLESS CHUCK
Your drill-driver has a keyless chuck that allows you to hand
tighten or release drill bit in the chuck jaws.
SWITCH
To turn your drill-driver ON, depress the switch trigger.
Release switch trigger to turn your drill-driver OFF.
SWITCH LOCK
The switch trigger can be locked in the OFF position. This
feature helps reduce the possibility of accidental starting
when not in use.
VARIABLE SPEED
This tool has a variable speed switch that delivers higher
speed with increased trigger pressure. Speed is controlled
by the amount of switch trigger depression.
TWO SPEED GEAR TRAIN
Your drill-driver has a two speed gear train designed for
drilling or driving at HI or LO speeds. A slide switch is
located on top of your drill to select either HI or LO speed.
FORWARD/REVERSE SELECTOR
(DIRECTION OF ROTATION SELECTOR)
Your drill-driver has a forward/reverse selector located
above the switch trigger.
WRIST STRAP
A wrist strap is provided to reduce the chances of
dropping your drill-driver. Place one hand through the wrist
strap when carrying tool.
BIT STORAGE
When not in use, bits provided with your drill-driver can be
placed in the storage area located on the bottom of the
motor housing.
LEVEL
To keep drill bit level during drilling operations, a level is
located on the top and end of the motor housing.
WARNING: If any parts are missing, do not operate
your drill-driver until the missing parts are replaced.
Failure to do so could result in possible serious
personal injury.
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FEATURES
KEYLESS
CHUCK
SCREWDRIVER
BITS
BATTERY PACK
SHOWN IN TOOL
ADJUSTMENT
SWITCH
TRIGGER
TORQUE
RING
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12
6
TWO-SPEED
GEAR TRAIN (HI-LO)
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DIRECTION OF
ROTATION SELECTOR
(FORWARD/REVERSE)
BIT
STORAGE
LEVEL
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LEVEL
REAR VIEW
BATTERY PACK
SHOWN IN CHARGER
4-1/2 in.
WRIST STRAP
CHARGER
RED LED ON INDICATES
FAST CHARGING MODE
GREEN LED ON AFTER FAST CHARGING
CYCLE, INDICATES FULLY CHARGED BATTERY
PACK AND IN TRICKLE CHARGE MODE.
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YELLOW AND GREEN LEDS ON INDICATES DEEPLY
DISCHARGED OR DEFECTIVE BATTERY PACK.
CHARGER
See Figure 1.
Your charger has a "key hole" hanging feature for convenient, space saving storage. Screws should be installed so that
center distances are 4-1/2 inches apart.
Fig. 1
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OPERATION
WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with your drill-
driver to make you careless. Remember that a
careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict
severe injury.
BATTERY PACK
The battery pack for your tool has been shipped in a low
charge condition to prevent possible problems. Therefore,
you should charge it until light on front of charger changes
from red to green.
Note: Batteries will not reach full charge the first time they
are charged. Allow several cycles (drilling followed by
recharging) for them to become fully charged.
CHARGING BATTERY PACK
See Figure 1.
Charge battery pack only with the charger provided.
Make sure power supply is normal household
voltage, 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only.
Connect charger to power supply.
Place battery pack in charger aligning raised rib on
battery pack with groove in charger. See Figure 1.
Press down on battery pack to be sure contacts on
battery pack engage properly with contacts in charger.
Normally, the red LED on charger will come on. This
indicates charger is in fast charging mode.
Red LED should remain on for approximately 1 hour
then the green LED will come on. Green LED on
indicates battery pack is fully charged and charger is in
trickle charge mode. Note: Green LED will remain on
until battery pack is removed from charger or charger
is disconnected from power supply.
If both yellow and green LED come on, this indicates a
deeply discharged or defective battery pack.
Allow battery pack to remain in charger for 15 to 30
minutes. When battery pack reaches normal voltage
range, red LED should come on.
If red LED does not come on after 30 minutes, this
indicates a defective battery pack and should be
replaced.
After normal usage, a minimum of 1 hour of charging
time is required to fully recharge battery pack.
The battery pack will become slightly warm to the
touch while charging. This is normal and does not
indicate a problem.
Do not place charger and battery pack in an area of
extreme heat or cold. It will work best at normal room
temperature.
Note: Charger and battery pack should be placed in a
location where the temperature is more than 50°F but
less than 100°F.
When batteries become fully charged, unplug charger
from power supply and remove the battery pack.
LED FUNCTIONS OF CHARGER
LED WILL BE ON TO INDICATE STATUS OF
CHARGER AND BATTERY PACK:
Red LED on = Fast charging mode.
Green LED on = Fully charged and in trickle charge
mode.
Green LED on = When battery pack is inserted into
charger, indicates hot battery pack or that battery pack
is out of or below normal temperature range.
Yellow and Green LEDs on = Deeply discharged or
defective battery pack.
No LED on = Defective charger or battery pack.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to battery pack,
remove battery pack from charger immediately if no
LED comes on. Return battery pack and charger to
your nearest Sears Service Center for checking or
replacing. Also, if you are removing battery pack from
charger and no LEDs are on, return both battery pack
and charger to your nearest Sears Service Center.
Do not insert another battery pack into charger. A
damaged charger may damage a battery pack.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR RECHARGING
HOT BATTERY PACK
When using your drill-driver continuously, the batteries in
your battery pack will become hot. You should let a hot
battery pack cool down for approximately 30 minutes
before attempting to recharge. When the battery pack
becomes discharged and is hot, this will cause the green
LED to come on instead of the red LED. After 30 minutes,
reinsert battery pack in charger. If green LED continues to
remain on, return battery pack to your nearest Sears
Repair Center for checking or replacing.
Note: This situation only occurs when continuous use of
your drill causes the batteries to become hot. It does not
occur under normal circumstances. Refer to "CHARGING
BATTERY PACK" for normal recharging of batteries. If
the charger does not charge your battery pack under
normal circumstances, return both the battery pack and
charger to your nearest Sears Repair Center for electrical
check.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR RECHARGING
COOL BATTERY PACK
If battery pack is below normal temperature range, the
green LED on charger will come on. Allow battery pack to
reach normal temperature, then the red LED will come on.
Note: Refer to "CHARGING BATTERY PACK" for
normal recharging of batteries. If the charger does not
charge your battery pack under normal circumstances,
return both the battery pack and charger to your nearest
Sears Repair Center for electrical check.
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OPERATION
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SWITCH
See Figure 2.
To turn your drill ON, depress the switch trigger. To turn it
OFF, release the switch trigger.
FORWARD/REVERSE
SELECTOR
VARIABLE SPEED
SWITCH TRIGGER
Fig. 2
VARIABLE SPEED
This tool has a variable speed switch that delivers higher
speed and torque with increased trigger pressure. Speed is
controlled by the amount of switch trigger depression.
Note: You might hear a whistling or ringing noise from the
switch during use. Do not be concerned, this is a normal
part of the switch function.
TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK
Lock switch trigger on your drill by placing the direction
of rotation selector in center position. See Figure 5.
Place battery pack in your drill. Align raised rib on
battery pack with groove inside drill. See Figure 4.
BATTERY
PACK
LATCHES
TWO-SPEED GEAR TRAIN
See Figure 3.
Your drill has a two-speed gear train designed for drilling
or driving at LO (1) or HI (2) speeds. A slide switch is
located on top of your drill to select either LO (1) or HI (2)
speed. When using drill in the LO (1) speed range, speed
will decrease and unit will have more power and torque.
When using drill in the HI (2) speed range, speed will
increase and unit will have less power and torque. Use
LO (1) speed for high power and torque applications and
HI (2) speed for fast drilling or driving applications.
TWO SPEED
GEAR TRAIN (HI-LO)
LO
SPEED
1
2
HI
SPEED
14
12
10
8
6
DEPRESS LATCHES TO
RELEASE BATTERY PACK
Fig. 4
Make sure the latches on each side of your battery
pack snap in place and battery pack is secured in drill
before beginning operation.
CAUTION: When placing battery pack in your drill,
be sure raised rib on battery pack aligns with groove
inside drill and latches snap into place properly.
Improper assembly of battery pack can cause
damage to internal components.
TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK
Lock switch trigger on your drill by placing the direction
of rotation selector in center position. See Figure 5.
Locate latches on side of battery pack and depress to
release battery pack from your drill. See Figure 4.
Remove battery pack from your drill.
Fig. 3
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OPERATION
SWITCH LOCK
See Figure 5.
The switch trigger can be locked in the OFF position. This
feature can be used to prevent the possibility of accidental
starting when not in use. To lock switch trigger, place the
direction of rotation selector (Forward/Reverse Selector)
in center position. Note: When selector is in center
position, switch trigger is locked.
SELECTOR WITH
CENTER LOCK POSITION
4
1
12
REVERSE
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10
8
6
SWITCH
FORWARD
TRIGGER
Fig. 5
WARNING: Battery tools are always in operating
condition. Therefore, switch should always be locked
when not in use or carrying at your side.
REVERSIBLE
See Figure 5.
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
See Figure 6.
Your 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
body with your other hand. The arrows on the chuck
indicate which direction to rotate the chuck body in order to
LOCK (tighten) or UNLOCK (release) the drill bit.
DRILL BIT
CHUCK JAWS
UNLOCK
(RELEASE)
LOCK
(TIGHTEN)
CHUCK
BODY
CHUCK
COLLAR
14
12
10
8
6
Fig. 6
WARNING: Do not hold chuck body with one hand
and use power of the drill to tighten chuck jaws on
drill bit. Chuck body could slip in your hand or your
hand could slip and come in contact with rotating drill
bit. This could cause an accident resulting in serious
personal injury.
CAUTION: To prevent gear damage, always allow
chuck to come to a complete stop before changing
the direction of rotation.
To stop, release switch trigger and allow the chuck to come
to a complete stop.
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OPERATION
OPERATION
INSTALLING BITS
See Figure 7.
Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of
rotation selector in center position. See Figure 5.
Open or close chuck jaws to a point where the open-
ing 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 straight into chuck the full length of the
jaws as shown in Figure 7.
Tighten the chuck jaws on drill bit.
UNLOCK
DRILL BIT
(RELEASE)
CHUCK JAWS
LOCK
(TIGHTEN)
CHUCK
BODY
RIGHT
To tighten the chuck jaws on drill bit; grasp and hold
the collar of the chuck with one hand, while rotating
the chuck body with your other hand.
Note: Rotate the chuck body in the direction of the
arrow marked LOCK to tighten chuck jaws.
Do not use a wrench to tighten or loosen the chuck
jaws.
CHUCK
COLLAR
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12
10
8
6
Fig. 7
REMOVING BITS
See Figure 7.
Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of
rotation selector in center position. See Figure 5.
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.
Do not use a wrench to tighten or loosen the chuck
jaws.
Remove drill bit from chuck jaws.
ADJUSTABLE TORQUE CLUTCH
Your drill is equipped with an adjustable torque clutch for
driving different types of screws into different materials.
The proper setting depends on the type of material and the
size of screw you are using.
TO ADJUST TORQUE
Identify the twenty four torque indicator settings located
on the front of your drill. See Figure 9.
Rotate adjusting ring to the desired setting.
• 1 - 4 For driving small screws.
• 5 - 8 For driving screws into soft
material.
• 9 - 12 For driving screws into soft and hard
materials.
• 13 - 16 For driving screws in hard wood.
• 17 - 20 For driving large screws.
• 24 - For heavy drilling.
TO DECREASE
TORQUE
ADJUSTING
RING
WARNING: Make sure to insert drill bit straight into
chuck jaws. Do not insert drill bit into chuck jaws at
an angle then tighten, as shown in Figure 8. This
could cause drill bit to be thrown from drill, resulting
in possible serious personal injury or damage to the
chuck.
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12
10
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TO INCREASE
TORQUE
Fig. 9
Fig. 8
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OPERATION
BIT STORAGE
See Figure 10.
When not in use, bits provided with your drill can be
placed in the storage area located on the bottom of your
drill as shown in Figure 10.
SCREWDRIVER
BIT
BIT
Fig. 10
STORAGE AREA
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 12.
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LEVEL
See Figure 11.
A convenient feature provided with your drill is a level. It
is recessed in the motor housing on top and end of your
drill. It can be used to keep drill bit level during drilling
operations.
LEVEL
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0
1
8
6
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Fig. 11
Fig. 12
When drilling hard smooth surfaces use a center punch to
mark desired hole location. This will prevent the drill bit
from slipping off center as the hole is started. However,
the low speed feature allows starting holes without center
punching if desired. To accomplish this, simply operate
your drill at a low speed until the hole is started.
The material to be drilled should be secured in a vise or
with clamps to keep it from turning as the drill bit rotates.
Hold tool firmly and place the bit at the point to be drilled.
Depress the switch trigger to start tool.
Move the drill 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: 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. If not prepared, this loss
of control can result in possible serious injury.
When drilling metals, use a light oil on the drill bit to keep
it from overheating. The oil will prolong the life of the bit
and increase the drilling action.
If the bit jams in workpiece or if the drill stalls, release
switch trigger immediately. Remove the bit from the
workpiece and determine the reason for jamming.
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OPERATION
CHUCK REMOVAL
See Figures 13, 14, and 15.
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. See Figure 5.
Insert a 5/16 in. or larger hex key into the chuck of your
drill and tighten the chuck jaws securely.
Tap the hex key sharply with a mallet in a clockwise
direction. See Figure 13. This will loosen the screw in
the chuck for easy removal.
MALLET
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HEX KEY
Open chuck jaws and remove hex key. Remove the
chuck screw by turning it in a clockwise direction. See
Figure 14.
Note: The screw has left hand threads.
SCREWDRIVER
12
10
6
KEYLESS
CHUCK
8
Fig. 13
14
12
10
8
6
Insert hex key in chuck and tighten chuck jaws se-
curely. Tap sharply with a mallet in a counterclockwise
direction. This will loosen chuck on the spindle. It can
now be unscrewed by hand. See Figure 15.
MALLET
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12
10
8
6
Fig. 15
TO RETIGHTEN A LOOSE CHUCK
The chuck may become loose on spindle and develop a
wobble. Periodically check chuck screw for tightness.
To tighten, follow these steps:
Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of
rotation selector in center position. See Figure 5.
Open the chuck jaws.
Insert hex key into chuck and tighten chuck jaws
securely. Tap hex key sharply with a mallet in a
clockwise direction. This will tighten chuck on the
spindle.
Open the chuck jaws and remove hex key.
Tighten the chuck screw.
Note: The chuck screw has left hand threads.
Fig. 14
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING: When servicing, use only identical
Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other
part may create a hazard or cause product damage.
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids,
gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils,
etc. come in contact with plastic parts. They contain
chemicals that can damage, weaken or destroy
plastic.
BATTERIES
Your drill's battery pack is equipped with nickel-cadmium
rechargeable batteries. Length of service from each
charging will depend on the type of work you are doing.
The batteries in this tool have been designed to provide
maximum trouble free life. However, like all batteries, they
will eventually wear out. Do not disassemble battery pack
and attempt to replace the batteries. Handling of these
batteries, especially when wearing rings and jewelry,
could result in a serious burn.
To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest the
following:
Do not abuse power tools. Abusive practices can
damage tool as well as workpiece.
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.
WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or
create accessories not recommended for use with
this tool. Any such alteration or modification is
misuse and could result in a hazardous condition
leading to possible serious personal injury.
Store and charge your batteries in a cool area.
Temperatures above or below normal room
temperature will shorten battery life.
Never store batteries in a discharged condition.
Recharge them immediately after they are
discharged.
All batteries gradually lose their charge. The higher
the temperature the quicker they lose their charge. If
you store your tool for long periods of time without
using it, recharge the batteries every month or two.
This practice will prolong battery life.
To preserve natural resources, please
recycle or dispose of batteries properly.
This product contains nickel-cadmium
batteries. Local, state or federal laws
may prohibit disposal of nickel-cadmium
batteries in ordinary trash.
Consult your local waste authority for information
regarding available recycling and/or disposal options.
ACCESSORIES
ACCESSORIES
The following recommended accessories are currently available at Sears Retail Stores.
6-Pc. Extra Length Magnite Power Bit Set
30-Pc. Power Screwdriver/Nutdriver Set and Case
17-Pc. Power Screwdriver/Nutdriver Set and Case
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION
FOR RECYCLING
WARNING:
terminals with heavy duty adhesive tape. Do not
attempt to destroy or disassemble battery pack or
remove any of its components. Nickel-cadmium
batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly.
Also, never touch both terminals with metal objects
and/or body parts as short circuit may result. Keep
away from children. Failure to comply with these
warnings could result in fire and/or serious injury.
High Speed Bits......1/2 in. Max.
Wood Boring Bits......1-1/2 in. Max.
Upon removal, cover the battery pack's
WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous.
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CRAFTSMAN 1/2 in., 18 VOLT CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER – MODEL NO. 315.114540
The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model number
in all correspondence regarding your 1/2 in., 18 VOLT CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER or when ordering repair
parts.
SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS
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Key Part
No. Number Description Quan.
1 975379-000 Screw (Special) ...................................................................... 1
2 6903323 Chuck ..................................................................................... 1
3*Item No. 9 11045 Battery Pack (1323514) (model no. 114540) ......................... 1
1323905 Battery Pack (model no. 114350 combo) ............................... 1
4*Item No. 9 11041 Charger (1425301) ................................................................. 1
5 3064302 Carrying Case – Not Shown (model no. 114540) .................. 1
3073011 Carrying Case – Not Shown (model no. 114350 combo) ...... 1
983000-184 Operator's Manual
* Can Be Purchased Thru RSOS (Retail Special Order System)
PARTS LIST
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