RATOR'S MANUAL
12 in. DRILL P
Model No.
315.219140
_1_ WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the
user must read and understand the operator's
manual before using this product.
Craftsman Consumer Hetptine: 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
983000-830
01-08-07 (REV:05)
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[] Warranty ............................................................................................................................................................................ 2
[] Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................... 2
[] General Safety Rules ..................................................................................................................................................... 3-4
[] Specific Safety Rules ......................................................................................................................................................... 5
[] Symbols ......................................................................................................................................................................... 6-7
[] Electrical ............................................................................................................................................................................ 8
[] Glossary of Terms .............................................................................................................................................................. 9
[] Features ..................................................................................................................................................................... 10-11
[] Tools Needed ................................................................................................................................................................. 11
[] Loose Parts .................................................................................................................................................................... 12
[] Assembly ................................................................................................................................................................... 13-17
[] Operation ................................................................................................................................................................... 18-21
[] Adjustments .............................................................................................................................................................. 21-22
[] Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................... 23
[] Exploded View ........................................................................................................................................................... 24-25
[] Parts Ordering/Service ...................................................................................................................................... Back Page
ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TOOL
If this Craftsman tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, CALL
1-800-4-MY-HOME ® TO ARRANGE FOR FREE REPAIR (or replacement if repair proves impossible). This warranty
does not include expendable parts such as lamps, batteries, bits, or blades. If this tool is used for commercial or rental
purposes, this warranty will apply for only ninety 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., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability
have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.
,_ WARNING: Read and understand all instruc-
tions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below,
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
personal injury.
READ ALL (NSTRUCTIONS
[] KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator's
manual carefully. Learn the 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,
refrigerator enclosures.
[] KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working order.
[] REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
[] KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or
pieces of wood on the tool while it is in operation.
[] DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS.
Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations or
expose to rain. Keep the work area well lit.
[] KEEP CH(LDREN AND V(SITORS 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 while operating.
[] MAKE WORKSHOP CH(LDPROOF with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
[] DON'T FORCE THE TOOL. it will do the job better and
safer at the feed rate for which it was designed.
[] USE THE R(GHT TOOL. Do not force the tool or at-
tachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
[] USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure
your extension cord is in good condition. Use only a
cord 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 gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended
for an extension cord 50 feet or less in length, if in
doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the
gauge number, the heavier the cord.
[] DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, or jewelry that can get caught and
draw you into moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-
skid footwear are recommended when working out-
doors. Also wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
[] ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES W(TH SIDE
SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-
resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
[] SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work
when practical, it is safer than using your hand and
frees both hands to operate the tool.
[] DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
[] MA(NTA(N TOOLS W(TH CARE. Keep tools sharp
and clean for better and safer performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
[] D(SOONNEOT TOOLS. When not in use, before
servicing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits,
cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected from
power source.
[] AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off
when plugging in any tool.
[] USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSOR(ES. Consult the
operator's manual for recommended accessories. The
use of improper accessories may result in injury.
[] NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted.
[] CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of
the tool, a guard or other part that 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 part that
is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorized service center to avoid risk of personal
injury.
[] USE THE RIGHT DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work
into a blade, cutter, or sanding spindle against the
direction or rotation of the blade, cutter, or sanding
spindle only.
[] NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNN(NG UNATTENDED.
TURN THE POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it
comes to a complete stop.
[] PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if
the cutting operation is dusty.
[] PROTECT YOUR HEAR(NG. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation.
[] DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by the cord
or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord
from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
[] USE OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is
used outdoors, use only extension cords with approved
ground connection that are intended for use outdoors
and so marked.
[] 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.
[] DONOTUSETOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT
ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an
authorized service center.
[] ALWAYS TURN SWITCH OFF before disconnecting it
to avoid accidental starting.
[] NEVER USE iN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
[] iNSPECT TOOL CORDS PERiODiCALLY. Ifdamaged,
have repaired by a qualified service technician at an
authorized service facility. The conductor with
insulation having an outer surface that is green
with or without yellow stripes is the equipment-
grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the
electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the
equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal.
Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord
immediately. Stay constantly aware of cord location
and keep it well away from the rotating blade.
[] iNSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERiODiCALLY and
replace if damaged.
[] GROUND ALL TOOLS. If tool is equipped with three-
prong plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole
electrical receptacle.
[] USE ONLY CORRECT ELECTRICAL DEVICES: 3-wire
extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs
and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug.
[] KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OiL
AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when clean-
ing. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based
products, or any solvents to clean tool.
[] NEVER START A TOOL WHEN ANY ROTATING
COMPONENT iS iN CONTACT WiTH THE
WORKPIECE.
[] DO NOT OPERATE A TOOL WHILE UNDER THE
iNFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY
MEDiCATiON.
[] WHEN SERViCiNG use only identical replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or
cause product damage.
[] USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES listed in
this manual or addendums. Use of accessories that are
not listed may cause the risk of personal injury. Instruc-
tions for safe use of accessories are included with the
accessory.
[] KEEPBiTSCLEANANDSHARP.Sharpbitsminimize
stalling.Dirtyanddullbitsmaycausemisalignmentof
thematerialandpossibleoperatorinjury.
[] KEEPHANDSAWAYFROMWORKAREA.Keep
handsawayfromthebit.Restrainanylooseclothing,
jewelry,longhair,etc.,thatmaybecomeentangledin
thebit.
[] ALWAYSCLAMPWORKPIECEANDBRACE
AGAINSTCOLUMNTOPREVENTROTATION.Never
useyourhandto holdtheobjectwhiledrilling.
[] USE RECOMMENDED SPEED FOR DRILL
ACCESSORY AND WORKPIECE MATERIAL.
[] BE SURE DRILL BiT OR CUTTING TOOL iS
SECURELY LOCKED iN THE CHUCK,
[] BE SURE CHUCK KEY iS REMOVED from the chuck
before connecting to power source or turning power
ON.
[] ADJUST THE TABLE OR DEPTH STOP TO AVOID
DRiLLiNG iNTO THE TABLE. Shut off the power,
remove the drill bit, and clean the table before leaving
machine.
[] ALWAYS ENSURE THE LASER BEAM iS AIMED AT
A SURFACE WITHOUT REFLECTIVE PROPERTIES.
Shiny reflective materials are not suitable for laser use.
[] AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE when using the laser
guide.
[] NEVER PLACE YOUR FINGERS iN A POSiTiON
WHERE THEY COULD CONTACT THE DRILL or
other cutting tool if the workpiece should unexpectedly
shift.
[] NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION by moving the
head or table with respect to one another. Do not turn
the motor switch ON or start any operation before
checking that the head and table support lock handle
is clamped tight to column and head and table support
collars are correctly positioned.
[] BEFORE ENGAGING THE POWER SWITCH, MAKE
SURE THE BELT GUARD iS DOWN AND THE
CHUCK iS iNSTALLED PROPERLY.
[] LOCK THE MOTOR SWITCH OFF WHEN LEAVING
THE DRILL PRESS. Do not perform layout, assembly,
or set-up work on the table while the cutting tool is
rotating, switched on, or connected to a power source.
[] iF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD iS DAMAGED, it
must be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an
authorized service center to avoid risk.
[] SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS. Refer to them fre-
quently and use to instruct other users. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
_ 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.
Someofthefollowingsymbolsmaybeusedonthistool.Pleasestudythemandlearntheirmeaning.Properinterpreta-
tionofthesesymbolswillallowyoutooperatethetoolbetterandsafer.
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
V
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Hz
W
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.../min
@
Volts
Amperes
Hertz
Watt
Minutes
Alternating Current
Direct Current
No Load Speed
Class II Construction
Per Minute
Wet Conditions Alert
Voltage
Current
Frequency (cycles per second)
Power
Time
Type of current
Type or a characteristic of current
Rotational speed, at no load
Double-insulated construction
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
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Read The Operator's Manual
Eye Protection
Safety Alert
No Hands Symbol
Hot Surface
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
operator's manual before using this product.
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and,
as necessary, a full face shield when operating this product.
Precautions that involve your safety.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.
To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with any
hot surface.
Thefollowingsignalwordsandmeaningsareintendedto explainthelevelsofriskassociatedwiththisproduct.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER:
,_ WARNING"
CAUTION: result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION: (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in
SERVICE
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and
should be performed only by a qualified service techni-
cian. For service we suggest you return the product to
your nearest SEARS PARTS AND REPAIR SERVICE
CENTER for repair. When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts.
_ WARNING:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may
property damage.
,_ WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, do
not attempt to use this product until you read thor-
oughly and understand completely the operator's
manual. If you do not understand the warnings and
instructions in the operator's manual, do not use this
product. Call the Craftsman Consumer Helpline at
1-800-932-3188 for assistance.
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, when needed, a full face shield. We recommend Wide Vision
Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye
protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
EXTENSION CORDS
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the
tool's plug. When using a power tool at a considerable
distance from the power source, use an extension cord
heavy enough to carry the current that the tool will draw.
An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line
voltage, resulting in a loss of power and causing the mo-
tor to overheat. Use the chart provided below to deter-
mine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord.
Only round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter's Labora-
tories (UL) should be used.
**Ampere rating (on tool data plate)
0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0
_th Wire Size
25' 16 16 16 16 14 14
50' 16 16 16 14 14 12
100' 16 16 14 12 10 --
**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit,
NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge
When working with the tool outdoors, use an extension
cord that is designed for outside use. This is indicated by
the letters "WA" on the cord's jacket.
Before using an extension cord, inspect it for loose or
exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.
_ WARNING: Keep the extension cord clear of the
working area. Position the cord so that it will not get
caught on lumber, tools or other obstructions while
you are working with a power tool. Failure to do so
can result in serious personal injury.
A
WARNING: Check extension cords before each
use. If damaged replace immediately. Never use tool
with a damaged cord since touching the damaged
area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious
injury.
SPEED AND WIRING
The no-load speed of this tool is approximately 3,000 rpm.
This speed is not constant and decreases under a load or
with lower voltage. For voltage, the wiring in a shop is as
important as the motor's horsepower rating. A line intend-
ed only for lights cannot properly carry a power tool mo-
tor. Wire that is heavy enough for a short distance will be
too light for a greater distance. A line that can support one
power tool may not be able to support two or three tools.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electric current to
reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with
an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conduc-
tor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a
matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided. If it will not fit the outlet,
have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conduc-
tor can result in a risk of electric shock. The conductor
with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or
without yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding
conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or
plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-
grounding conductor to a live terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if
the grounding instructions are not completely understood,
or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately.
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet
like the one shown in figure 1. It also has a grounding pin
like the one shown.
ELECTRICAL CON NECTtON
This tool is powered by a precision-built electric motor.
It should be connected to a power supply that is 120
volts, 60 Hz, AC only {normal household current). Do
not operate this tool on direct current (DC). A substantial
voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will
overheat. If the product does not operate when plugged
into an outlet, double check the power supply.
GROUNDING
PiN
120V GROUNDED
OUTLET
Fig. 1