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Owner's Manual
10 mm (3/8 in.), 16.8 VOLT
CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER
Variable Speed / Reversible
Canadian
Model No.
315.222560
Ryobi
Save this manual for
future reference
A= CAUTION: Read andfollowall
Safety Rules andOperating Instructions
before firstuse ofthis product.
Customer Help Line: 1-877-369-8665
Sold by: Sears Canada Inc., Toronto M5B 2B8
Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman
972000-889
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• Safety
• Features
• Operation
, Maintenance
• Parts List
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• Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................... 2
• Intreduction and ProductSpecifications......................................................................................................... 2
• Rules ForSafe Operation ........................................................................................................................... 3-5
A. ImportantSafety Rules ForBatter/Tools .............................................................................................. 4
B. ImportantSafety InstructionsForCharger ............................................................................................. 4
C. ImportantInformationFor RechargingHot Batteries ............................................................................. 5
• Features ......................................................................................................................................................... 6
• Operation................................................................................................................................................... 7-12
• Maintecance ................................................................................................................................................. 13
• Exploded View and Repair PartsList........................................................................................................... 15
• PartsOrdering/ Service............................................................................................................................... 16
FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TOOL
Ifthis I;RnFTZNRNTool fails to operatewithintwo years from the date of purchase,return ittothe nearest Sears
Canada Inc. ("Sears") storeand =Sears"will repair it,free of charge.
If thistool is usedfor commendalor rental purposes,this warrantyappliesfor only90 daysfrom the dateof
purchase.
Thiswarranty is inadditionto any statutory warranty.
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto M5B 2B8
Your drill-driver has manyfeatures for makingdrilling
operationsmorepleasantand enjoyable,Safety,
performanceand dependabilityhave beengiventop
priorityinthe designofthis drill-drivermakingiteasy
to maintainand operate.
CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire
owners manual before using your new drill-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,
,_ WARNING:
The operationof any power toolcan resultin foreignobjectsbeingthrown intoyoureyes,
whichcan resultin severe eye damage. Beforebeginningpower tooloperation,always
wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shieldsand a full face shieldwhen needed.
We recommendWide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglassesor standardsafety
glasses with side shields,available at Sears Retail Stores.
SPECIFICATIONS:
ChuckCapacity
Motor
Charger Rating
No Load Speed
Switch
Charge Rate
MaximumTorque
2
3/8 in.
16,8 Volt DC
120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC Only
0 - 350 / 0 - 1300 RPM
Vadeble Speed - Reversible
1 Hour
340 in./Ibs.
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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, dese_e your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do
not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give am not substitutes for
proper accident prevention measures.
SYMBOL MEANING
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&
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NOTE: Advisesyou of informationor instructionsvitalto the operationor maintenance ofthe equipment.
WARNING: Do not attemptto opereta thistool •
untilyou have readthoroughlyand understand
completelyall instructions,safetyroles, etc,
containedinthis manual. Failureto complycan
resultin accidents involvingfirs, electricshock,or
seriouspersonalinjury.Save owners manual and •
reviewfrequently for continuingsafe operation,
and instructingotherswho may usa thistool.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read owner's
manualcarefully. Learn its applicationsand
limitationsas well as the specificpotential
hazards related tothis tool.
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GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by
preventingbodycontact withgrounded surfaces.
Forexample: Pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigera-
tor enclosures.
l KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas
and benches inviteaccidents.
M AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT, Don't
use powertool in damp orwet locationsor
expose to rein. Keep work area welllit.
• KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All
visitorsshouldwear safetyglasses and be kept a
safe distance from work area. Do not letvisitors
contacttoolor extensioncord. l
STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use tools
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shouldbe stored in a dry and highor lacked-up
place - out of the reachofchildren.
DON'T FORCE TOOL. Itwilldo the job better
and safer at the ratefor which it was designed.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:
Indicateswarningorcaution.May be used inconjunctionwithothersymbolsor plotagraphs.
WARNING: Failureto obey a safetywarningcan result in sadous injurytoyourselfor to others.
Alwaysfollowthe safety precautionstoreducethe dsk offire,electric shockand personalinjury,
CAUTION: Failureto obey a safetywarningmayresultin propertydamage or personalinjuryto
yourselforto others.Alwaysfollowthe safety precautionsto reducethedsk offire, electricshook
and personalinjury,
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don'tforce smalltool or
attachmentto dothe job of a heavy dutytool.
Don't usetool for purposenot Intended- for
example - A cimular saw shouldnever be used
for cuttingtree limbsor logs.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL, Donotwear loose
clothingorjewelrythat can get caught intool's
movingpartsand cause personalinjury.Rubber
glovesand nonskidfootwear are recommended
when working outdoors.Wear protectivehair
covedngto containlonghair and keep it from
being drawn intonearbyair vents.
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ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES, Everyday
eyeglasses have only impact-resistantlenses;
theyare NOT safety glasses,
PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face maskor
dust mask ifoperationis dusty,
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PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing
protectionduringextended periods of operation.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a viseto hold
work. It'ssafer than usingyour hand and it frees
bothhandsto operate tool.
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DON'T OVERREACH. Keep properfootingand
balanceat all times. Do not use on a ladder or
unstable support,
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE, Keeptools
sharpat all times, and clean forbest and safest
performance,Followinstructionsfor lubricating
and changingaccessories,
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REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Formhabit of checkingto see that
keysand adjustingwrenches are removed from
tool beforeturningiton,
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
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NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSNE ATMO-
SPHERE. Normal sparking ofthe motorcould
igniteflammable liquids,gases, or fumes,
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KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE
FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean
clothwhen cleaning. Never usebrake fluids,
gasoline,petroleum-based productsorany
strongsotventsto clean yourtool.
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STAY ALERT, Watch what you are doingand
usecommon sense. Do notoperate toolwhen
you are tired. Do notrush.
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CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Beforefurther use
ofthe tool,a guardor otherpart that isdamaged
shouldbe carefullychecked to determinethat it
willoperate properlyand performits intended
function. Check for alignment of movingparts,
bindingof movingparts, breakageof parts,
mounting,and any other conditionsthat may
affect its operation.A guard or other partthat is
damaged shouldbe properlyrepairedor
replacedby an authorized servicecenter unless
indicatedelsewhere in this instructionmanual.
I DO NOT USE TOOL IF _NI'I'CH DOES NOT
TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches
replaced by an authorized servicecenter.
DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION, Do not
operatetool while underthe influenceofdrugs,
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 touchmetal partswhen drillingintoa wall;
grasponlythe insulatedhandle(s) or plastic
housingwhen usingthistool. Make sure hidden
electricalwiring,water pipes, and mechanical
hazards are notin the path ofthe bitwhen
drillingintoa wall,
• INSPECT FOR and removeall nailsfrom lumber
before ddUing.
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY
TOOLS
Batterytoolsdo not have to be pluggedinto an
electricaloutlet;therefore, they are always in
operatingcondition.Be aware ofpossible
hazardswhen not usingyour batterytoolor
when changingaccessories.
USE ONLY THE CHARGER PROVIDED WITH
YOUR BATTERY TOOL. Do notsubstituteany
othercharger. Use of anothercharger could
cause batteriesto explode causing possible
seriousinjury.
DO NOT PLACE BATTERY TOOLS OR THEIR
BA'I-FERIES NEAR FIRE OR HEAT. They may
explode.
DO NOT CHARGE BATrERY TOOL IN A
DAMP OR WET LOCATION.
Your batterytoolshouldbe charged in a location
where thetemperature is morethan 50°F bLt
lessthan 100°F.
Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,
batten/leakage may occur, If liquidcomes in
contact withyour skin,wash immediatelywith
soapand water, then neutralizewith lemonjuice
orvinegar. If liquidgets inyour eyes,flushthem
with clean waterfor at least 1Ominutes,then
seek immediatemedical attention.
If canying your batterytool at your side, make
sure it is not runningandyourfinger is noton the
switch.Avoidaccidental starting,
SECURE WORK before applyingpower. NEVER
holdworkplace inyour handor acrossyour legs.
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL
CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS,
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CHARGER
• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Thismanual
containsimportantsafetyand operating
instructionsforbatter/charger part number
982245-001.
Before usingbatterycharger, read all instructions
and cautionarymarkingsinthis manual, on
battery charger, and productusingbattery
charger.
A WARNING: To reduce dskof injury,chargeonly
nickel-cadmiumtype rechargeable bettedes.
Other typas of batteriesmay burstcausing
personalInjuryand damage.
Do notexpose chergerto rain or snow.
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Use of an attachment notrecommended or sold
by the batterycharger manufacturer may result
in a riskof fire, electricshock,or injuryto
parsons.
To reduce dsk of damage to charger body and
cord, pull by charger body rather than cord when
disconnecting charger,
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Make sure cord islocated so that it will notbe
steppedon, tripped over, or otherwisesubjected
to damage or stress,
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
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An extension cordshouldnot be used unless
absolutelynecessary, Use of improper
e_tensioncordcouldresultin a dsk offiro and
electdc shock. If extensioncord must be used,
make sure:
a, That pinson plugof extensioncord are the
same number, size and shape as those of
plugon charger.
b, That extensioncord is properlywiredand in
goodelectrical condition;and
c. That wire size is large enoughfor AC
ampere ratingofcharger as specified
below:
Cord Length (Feet) 25' 50' 100'
Cord Size (AWG) 16 16 16
Note: AWG = AmedcanWire Gage
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DO NOT OPERATE CHARGER WITH A
DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG, If damaged,
have replaced immediatelyby a qualified
serviceman.
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Do not operate charger ifit has received a
sharpblow, been dmppad, or otherwise
damaged Inany way; take it to a qualified
serviceman,
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Do notdisassemblecharger;,take itto e
qualifiedserviceman when service or repair is
required.Incorrectreassemblymay resultina
riskofelectdc shock orfire.
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To reducedsk of electdc shock,unplugcharger
from outlet before attemptingany maintenance
or cleaning,Turning off controls will notreduce
this dsk.
• Do not use charger outdoors,
• Disconnectchargerfrom powersupplywhen
not in use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them
frequentlyand use them to instructotherswho
may use this tool.If you loan someonethis tool,
loanthem these instructionsalso.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attantionf!! Your
safety is involved.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR RECHARGING HOT BATTERIES
When usingyour drill-drive!continuously, the batteriesinyour batterypack will become hat. You shouldleta hot
battery pack cool downfor approximately30 minutes before attemptingto recharge. When the batterypeck
becomes dischargedand is hot, thiswill cause the yellow and green lightson your batterychargerto come on
insteadof the red light.The yellow and green lightsindicatesoft start mode and will switchto green only, indicat-
ing slowchargemode. The red lightindicatesfast charge mode, 1 hourchargetime. The green lightindicates
slowcharge mode, requiringovernightchargingfor batteries to roachfull charge. If the green lightcomes on
after lettingbattery pack cool down, removeit from chargerfor additionalcooling.0 nce the battery pack cools
down, you can recharge battery packin fast charge modeas normal. Do not leave a hot battery peck in charger
untilitcoolsdown, The green lightwill notgo offwhen batterypackcools, Iffast charga mode is desired, you
must physicallyremove a hot batterypack from the charger,let it cool,then place it backin charger after it has
cooled down.
Note: This situationonlyoccurswhen continuous use of yourdrillcauses the batteriesto become hot, Itdoes
notoccurunder normalcimumstances. Refer to "CHARGING BA'I-rERY PACK" for normal rechargingof
batteries.If the charger does not chargeyourbattery pack undernormalcircumstances,return both the battery
packand chargertoyour nearest Sears repaircenter for electricalcheck.