Owner's Manual
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Variable Speed / Reversible
PROFESSIONAL 112in.
CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER
Model No.
315.272070
Save this manual for
future reference
_, CAUTION: Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before first use of this
product
Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman
972000-608
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• Safety
* Features
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
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• Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................... 2
• Introduction and Product Specifications ......................................................................................................... 2
• Rules For Safe Operation ........................................................................................................................... 3-5
A. Important Safety Rules For Battery Tools .............................................................................................. 4
B. Important Safety Instructions For Charger ............................................................................................. 4
C. Important Information For Recharging Hot Batteries ............................................................................. 5
• Accessories .................................................................................................................................................... 6
• Features ......................................................................................................................................................... 6
• Operation ................................................................................................................................................... 7-13
• Maintenance .............................................................................. .:................................................................. 13
• Battery Pack Removal and Preparation For Recycling ................................................................................ 14
• Exploded View and Repair Parts List ......................................................... ;................................................. 15
• Parts Ordering / Service ............................................................................................................................... 16
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL CORDLESS DRILL-DRIVER
If this rlIRFTSNAN Professional Cordless Drill-Driver fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one
year from the date of purchase, Sears will repair it, free of charge.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY RETURNING THE TOOL TO THE NEAREST SEARS
STORE IN THE UNITED STATES.
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
Your drill-driver has many features for making 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.
_1_ CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire
owner's 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.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Chuck Capacity
Motor
Charger Rating
No Load Speed
Switch
Charge Rate
Maximum Torque
1/2 inch
18 Volts DC
120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC Only
0 - 400 / 0 - 1400 RPM
Variable Speed - Reversible
1 Hour
345/135 in. Lbs.
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 warn|ngs they give are not substitutes for
proper accident prevention measures.
SYMBOL MEANING
A
SAFETY ALERTSYMBOL:
Indicmescautionorwarning.Maybausedinco_un_ionwithothersymbolsorpictogmphs.
A
A
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injuryto yourself or to others.
Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electdc shock and personal injury.
CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to
yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the riskof fire, electric shock
and personal injury.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructionsvital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
_i_ WARNING: Do not to this •
tool until you have read thoroughly and
understand completely all instructions,
safety rules, etc. contained in this manual.
Failure to comply can result in accidents
involving fire, electric shock, or serious B
personal injury. Save owner's manual and
review frequently for continuing safe
operation, and instructing others who may
use this tool.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
attempt operate
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or
attachment to do the job of a heavy duty tool.
Don't use tool for purpose not intended - for
example - A circular saw should never be used
for cutting tree limbs or logs.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry that can get caught in tool's
moving parts and cause personal injury. Rubber
gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair and keep it from
being drawn into nearby air vents.
KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read owner's
manual carefully. Learn its applications and
limitations as well as the specific potential
hazards related to this tool.
GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by
preventing body contact with grounded surfaces.
For example: Pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigera-
tor enclosures.
• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas
and benches invite accidents.
• AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't •
use power tool in damp or wet locations or
expose to rain. Keep work area well lit.
• KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All •
visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a
safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors
contact tool or extension cord.
STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use tools
should be stored in a dry and high or locked-up
place - out of the reach of children.
DON'T FORCE TOOL. Itwill do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
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ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday
eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses;
they are NOT safety glasses.
PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face mask or
dust mask ifoperation is dusty.
PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing
protection during extended periods of operation.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold
work. It's safer than using your hand and it frees
both hands to operate tool.
DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Do not use on a ladder or
unstable support.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools
sharp at all times, and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES, Form habit of checking to see that
keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from
tool before turning iton.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
M NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO-
SPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could
ignite flammable liquids, gases, or fumes.
KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE
FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean
cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids,
gasoline, petroleum-based products or any
strong solvents to clean your tool.
STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and
use common sense. Do not operate tool when
you are tired. Do not rush.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use
of the tool, a guard or other 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 pads,
binding of moving parts, breakage of pads,
mounting, and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service center unless
indicated elsewhere inthis instruction manual.
• DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT
TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches
replaced by an authorized service center.
• DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not
operate tool while under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or any medication.
• DRILLING OR DRIVING SCREWS INTO
ELECTRICAL WIRING IN WALLS, CEILINGS,
OR OTHER AREAS CAN CAUSE THE BIT OR
CHUCK TO BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE.
Do not touch metal parts when drilling into a wall;
grasp only the insulated handle(s) or plastic
housing when using this tool. Make sure hidden
electrical widng, water pipes, and mechanical
hazards are not in the path of the bit when
drilling into a wall.
• INSPECT FOR and remove all nails from lumber
before drilling.
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY
TOOLS
Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in
operating condition. Be aware of possible
hazards when not using your battery tool or
when changing accessories.
USE ONLY THE CHARGER PROVIDED WITH
YOUR BATI'ERY TOOL. Do not substitute any
other charger. Use of another charger could
cause batteries to explode causing possible
serious injury.
DO NOT PLACE BATTERY TOOLS OR THEIR
BATTERIES NEAR FIRE OR HEAT. They may
explode.
DO NOT CHARGE BATTERY TOOL IN A
DAMP OR WET LOCATION.
Your battery tool should be charged in a location
where the temperature is more than 50°F but
less than 100°F.
Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,
battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in
contact with your skin, wash immediately with
so_.pand water, then neutralize with lemon juice
or vinegar. If liquid gets in your eyes, flush them
with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then
seek immediate medical attention.
If carrying your battery tool at your side, make
sure it is not running and your finger is not on the
switch. Avoid accidental starting.
SECURE WORK before applying power. NEVER
hold workpiece in your hand or across your legs.
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL
CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CHARGER
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual
contains important safety and operating
instructions for battery charger part number
975283-001.
Before using battery charger, read all instructions
and cautionary markings in this manual, on
battery charger, and product using battery
charger.
_i, WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, charge
only nickel-cadmium type rechargeable batteries.
Other types of batteries may burst causing
personal injury and damage.
Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
Use of an attachment not recommended or sold
by the battery charger manufacturer may result
in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons.
To reduce risk of damage to charger body and
cord, pull by charger body rather than cord when
disconnecting charger.
Make sure cord is located so that itwill not be
stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected
to damage or stress.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
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' 150'
Cord Size (AWG) 16 16 16 14
Note: AWG = American Wire Gage
DO NOT OPERATE CHARGER WITH A
DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG. if damaged,
have replaced immediately by a qualified
serviceman.
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.
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.
To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger
from outlet before attempting any maintenance
or t;leaning. Turning off controls will not reduce
this risk.
• Do not use charger outdoors.
• Disconnect charger from power supply when
not in use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them
frequently and use them to instruct others who
may use this tool. Ifyou loan someone this tool,
loan them these instructions also.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attentionfH Your
safety is involved.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR RECHARGING HOT BATTERIES
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 red light on your battery charger to flash. When battery pack
cools down, red light will glow continuously indicating fast charging mode, 1 hour charge time. The green light
indicates slow charging mode, requiring overnight charging for batteries to reach full charge. Once the battery
pack cools down, it will recharge battery pack in fast charging mode as normal.
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 YOUR DRILL-DRIVER" 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.
,_ 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 fullface 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.
Thefollowingrecommended 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
• High Speed Bits ...... 1/2 in. Max.
• Wood Boring Bits ...... 1-1/2 in. Max.
,_ WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous.
KNOW YOUR DRILL-DRIVER
See Figure 1.
Before attempting to use any tool familiarize yourself
with all operating features and safety requirements.
BATTERYPACK
UX,L,A.Y
ANDLE"
Kg. u SS,
BATTERY
CHARGER
WRIST STRAP
See Figure 1:
A wrist strap is provided to reduce the chances of
dropping your drill-driver. Place one hand through the
wrist strap when carrying tool.
TWO-SPEED
GEARTRAIN(HI-LO)
SWITCH
TRIGGER
BITSTORAGE
LEVEL
REDLIGHT"ON"
CHARGING MODE
WRISTSTRAF
YELLOW LIGHT "ON" AND
REDLIGHTFLASHINGINDICATES
DEFECTIVEBATTERYPACK
,_ WARNING: Ifany parts are missing, do not operate tool until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so
could result in possible serious personal injury.
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_ SCREWDRIVERBITS
Fig. 1
_1, 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.
_, 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.
CHARGING YOUR DRILL-DRIVER
The battery pack for this 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: Battedes will not reach full charge the first time
they are charged. Allow several cycles (drilling
followed by recharging) for them to become fully
charged.
TO CHARGE
• Charge battery pack only with the charger
provided.
• Make sure power supply is normal house
voltage, 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only.
• Connect charger to power supply.
• Place battery pack in charger aligning raised rib in
charger with groove in battery pack.
• Press down on battery pack to be sure contacts on
battery pack engage propedy with charger
contacts.
• Red lightshould turn on. Red light indicates fast
charging mode.
If red light is flashing, this indicates battery pack is
deeply discharged or hot.
If battery pack is hot, red light should become
steady after battery pack has cooled down.
If battery pack is deeply discharged, red light should
become steady after voltage has increased,
normally within 30 minutes.
If after one hour red lightis still flashing, this
indicates a defective battery pack and should be
replaced.
Green light on indicates battery pack is in slow
charging mode or fully charged.
Yellow light on and red light flashing indicates
defecta*vebattery pack. Return battery pack to your
nearest Sears Repair Center for checking or
replacing.
• When your battery pack becomes fully charged, the red
lightwill tum OFF and the green light will rum ON.
• If you remove battery pack from charger and
relnsert It Immediately (leas than 5 seconds)
back In charger, the green light will come on
indicating full charge and slow charging mode
until removed from charger. If you remove
battery pack from charger and walt more than 5
seconds before relnserting It back in charger,
the charger will function normally.
• After normalusage, 1 hourofchargingtime isrequiredto
befully charged.A minimum charge limeof 1-1/2 hours
is requiredto rechargea completelydischargedtool.
• The battery packwillbecome slightlywarmto the touch
whilecharging.Thisis normalanddoes not indicatea
problem.
• Do not place charger in an area of extreme heat or
cold. It willwork best at normal room temperature.
,_ CAUTION: Your drill-driver contains special high
temperature batteries to help prevent battery
damage when left on charge for extended pedods
of time. However, once the batteries become fully
charged, we recommend that you unplug your
charger from power supply and remove the
battery pack.
LED FUNCTION OF CHARGER
LED WILL BE LIGHTED TO INDICATE STATUS OF CHARGER AND BATTERY PACK:
1. Red LED Lighted = Fast Charging Mode.
2. Green LED Lighted = Slow Charging Mode and Fully Charged Battery Pack.
3. Red LED Flashing = Hot or Deeply Discharged Battery Pack. Also Defective
Battery Pack After 1 Hour.
4. Yellow LED Lighted and Red LED Flashing = Defective Battery Pack.
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