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PERATOR'S MAN AL
®
3/8 in., 19.2 VOLT CORDLESS DRILL
VARIABLE SPEED/REVERSIBLE
Model No.
315.115510
A
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
987000-008 Save this manual for future reference
06-13-08 (REV:02)
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[] Warranty .......................................................................................................................................................................... 2 [] Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2 [] General Safety Rules ...........................................................................................................
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A WARNING! Read and understand aii instructions. [] Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enable better Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may control of the tool in unexpected situations. result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal [] Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. injury. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS protection must be used for appropriate condition
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SERVICE [] When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the [] Tool service must be performed only by qualified Maintenance section of this manual. Use of repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury. Instructions may create a risk of shock or injury. [] Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when [] Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack.
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[] An extension cord should not be used unless _1_ WARNING!READANDUNDERSTAND ALL absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow aii instructions could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If listed below, may result in electric shock, fire extension cord must be used, make sure: and/or serious personal injury. a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those of [] Before using battery charger, read all instructions
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Some ofthefollowing symbols maybeusedonthistool.Please studythemandlearntheirmeaning• Proper interpreta- tionofthesesymbols willallowyouto operate thetoolbetterandsafer• SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION V Volts Voltage A Current Amperes Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) W Watt Power min Minutes Time Alternating Current Type of current Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load n o Class II Tool Double-insulated construction [] •../min Pe
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Thefollowing signalwordsandmeanings areintended to explainthelevelsofriskassociated withthisproduct. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER: 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 WARNING: result in death or serious injury. = CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTION: (Without Safety
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PRODUCT SPECiFiCATiONS Clutch ................................................................ 24 Position Chuck .......................................................... 3/8 in. Keyless Motor ............................................................... 19.2 Volt DC Torque ................................................................... 410 in.lb. Switch .............................. VSR (Variable Speed Reversible) Charger Input .................................... 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only
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KNOWYOUR DRILL KEYLESS CHUCK See Figure 1. The keyless chuck allows you to hand-tighten or release The safe use of this product requires an understanding the drill bit in the chuck jaws. of the information on the product and in this operator's LEVELS manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are Levels are located on the top and end of the motor attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself housing to help keep the drill bit level during use. with all operating features and
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CHARGING A COOL BATTERY PACK A WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with tools to If battery pack is below normal temperature range, the make you careless. Remember that a careless green LED on charger will come on. Allow battery pack to fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious reach normal temperature, then the red LED will come on. injury. NOTE: If the charger does not charge the battery pack under normal circumstances, return both the battery A WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or
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CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK TO iNSTALL BATTERY PACK See Figure 3. When using the tool continuously, the batteries in the battery pack will become hot. You should let a hot battery [] Lock switch trigger on the drill by placing the direction pack cool down for approximately 30 minutes before of rotation selector in center position. attempting to recharge. When the battery pack becomes [] Place battery pack in the drill. Align raised rib on discharged and is hot, this will cause the green LED to b
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To stop the drill, release the switch trigger and allow the A WARNING: Battery tools are always in operating chuck to come to a complete stop. condition. Therefore, switch should always be locked NOTE: The drill will not run unless the direction of rotation when not in use or carrying at your side. selector is pushed fully to the left or right. DIRECTIONOF ROTATION SELECTOR Avoid running the drill at low speeds for extended periods (FORWARD/REVERSE/CENTER LOCK) of time. Running at low speeds und
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TWO=SPEED GEAR TRAIN TO DECREASE ADJUSTING TORQUE RiNG See Figure 6. The 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 the 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 an
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INSTALLINGBITS See Figures 9 - 10. [] Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of rotation selector in the center position. [] Open or close the chuck jaws to a point where the opening is slightly larger than the bit size you intend to use. Also, raise the front of the drill slightly to keep the bit from falling out of the chuck jaws. [] Insert the drill bit. _ WARNING: Make sure to insert the drill bit straight into the chuck jaws. Do not insert the drill bit into the chuck jaws at an a
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WOOD DRILLING For maximum performance, use high speed steel bits for wood drilling. [] Select normal drilling mode. [] Begin drilling at a very low speed to prevent the bit LEVEL__ from slipping off the starting point. Increase the speed as the drill bit bites into the material. [] When drilling through holes, place a block of wood behind the workpiece to prevent ragged or splintered edges on the back side of the hole. METAL DR(LLiNG For maximum performance, use high speed steel bits for metal o
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE A WARNING: When servicing, use only identical Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other part plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of may create a hazard or cause product damage. commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc. A WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when using compressed air ,_', WARNING: Do
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CHUCKREMOVAL MALLET See Figures 13- 15. The chuck may be removed and replaced by a new one. [] Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position. [] Insert a 5/16 in. or larger hex key into the chuck of the drill and tighten the chuck jaws securely. [] Tap the hex key sharply with a mallet in a clockwise direction. This will loosen the screw in the chuck for easy removal. MALLET HEXKEY Fig. 15 CHUCK TO RETIGHTEN A LOOSE CHUCK The chuck may become loose on t
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_. CRAFTSMAN3/8 in., 19.2 VOLT CORDLESS DRILL - MODEL NO. 315.115510 ,_ i The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing, Always mention the model 1 number in all correspondence regarding your DRILL or when ordering repair parts, J SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS 3 2 5 PARTS LIST Key PaN No. Number Description Qty. 1 6613402 Screw (Special) ................................................................................................ 1 2 690033030 Chuck .
