CRAFTSMAN OPERATOR'S MANUAL

3/8 in. DRILL-DRIVER VARIABLE SPEED/REVERSIBLE

Model Nos.: 315.115340 - 12 Volt, 315.115350 - 14.4 Volt

⚠️ 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

Safety Rules

General Safety Rules

Work Area

Electrical Safety

Battery Pack and Charger Model Information:

Personal Safety

Tool Use and Care

Service

Specific Safety Rules

Safety Rules for Charger

Symbols

The following symbols may be used on this 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)
W Watt Power
min Minutes Time
~ Alternating Current Type of current
- Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
no No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
[Wet Conditions Alert] Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
[Read Operator's Manual] Read The Operator's Manual To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator's manual before using this product.
?️ Eye Protection Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields, or a full face shield when operating this product.
⚠️ Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety.
✋? No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury.
✋? No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury.
✋? No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury.
✋? No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury.
? Hot Surface To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with any hot surface.

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

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.

CAUTION: (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property damage.

Features

Product Specifications

MODEL NO. 315.115340

MODEL NO. 315.115350

Drill-Driver Components

The drill-driver features the following components:

Charger Components

The charger includes:

Assembly

Unpacking

This product has been shipped completely assembled.

⚠️ WARNING: If any parts are missing, do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury.

⚠️ 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.

⚠️ WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts.

Packing List

Operation

⚠️ WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.

⚠️ 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 use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this tool. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.

Applications

This tool may be used for the following purposes:

Charging the Battery Pack

The battery pack for this tool has been shipped in a low charge condition to prevent possible problems. Therefore, you should charge overnight prior to use.

NOTE: Batteries will not reach full charge the first time they are charged. Allow several cycles (operation followed by recharging) for them to become fully charged.

Charging a Hot Battery Pack

When using your tool 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.

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 THE BATTERY PACK" for normal recharging of batteries.

If the charging assembly does not charge your battery pack under normal circumstances, return both the battery pack and charging assembly to your nearest Sears Repair Center for electrical check.

Removing Battery Pack

Installing Battery Pack

⚠️ CAUTION: When placing battery pack in the tool, be sure the raised rib on battery pack aligns with the bottom of the drill and latches into place properly. Improper installation of the battery pack can cause damage to internal components.

Switch Trigger

To turn the drill ON, depress the switch trigger. To turn it OFF, release the switch trigger.

Variable Speed

The variable speed switch trigger delivers higher speed and torque with increased trigger pressure and lower speed with decreased trigger pressure.

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.

Avoid running the drill at low speeds for extended periods of time. Running at low speeds under constant usage may cause the drill to become overheated. If this occurs, cool the drill by running it without a load and at full speed.

Keyless Chuck

The drill-driver has a keyless chuck to 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.

⚠️ WARNING: Do not hold the chuck body with one hand and use the power of the drill to tighten the chuck jaws on the drill bit. The chuck body could slip in your hand, or your hand could slip and come in contact with the rotating drill bit. This could cause an accident resulting in serious personal injury.

Direction of Rotation Selector (Forward/Reverse/Center Lock)

The direction of bit rotation is reversible and 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 trigger for drilling. The drilling direction is reversed when the selector is to the right of the switch trigger.

Setting the switch trigger in the OFF (center lock) position helps reduce the possibility of accidental starting when not in use.

⚠️ CAUTION: To prevent gear damage, always allow the chuck to come to a complete stop before changing the direction of rotation.

To stop the drill, release the switch trigger and allow the chuck to come to a complete stop.

NOTE: The drill will not run unless the direction of rotation selector is pushed fully to the left or right.

Adjustable Torque Clutch

The 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.

Adjusting Torque

There are twenty-four torque indicator settings located on the front of the drill. Rotate the adjusting ring to the desired setting:

LED Worklight

The LED worklight on the foot of the drill will come on when the switch trigger is depressed. This provides additional lighting on the surface of the workpiece for operation in lower-light areas.

Bit Storage

When not in use, bits provided with the drill can be placed in the storage area located on the base of the drill.

Installing Bits

⚠️ 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 angle then tighten, as shown in the diagram. This could cause the drill bit to be thrown from the drill, resulting in possible serious personal injury or damage to the chuck.

To tighten: Grasp and hold the collar of the chuck with one hand, while rotating the chuck body with your other hand. Rotate the chuck body in the direction of the arrow marked LOCK to tighten the chuck jaws. Do not use a wrench to tighten or loosen the chuck jaws.

Removing Bits

Drilling

⚠️ 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: Be prepared for binding at bit breakthrough. When these situations occur, the 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.

This drill has an electric brake. When the switch trigger is released, the chuck stops turning. When the brake is functioning properly, sparks will be visible through the vent slots on the housing. This is normal and is the action of the brake.

Maintenance

⚠️ WARNING: When servicing, use only identical Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other part may create a hazard or cause product damage.

⚠️ WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields ?️ when using compressed air to clean tools. If the operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.

⚠️ WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when cleaning or performing any maintenance.

General Maintenance

⚠️ WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc. come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.

Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should be replaced at a Sears Service Center.

Chuck Removal

The chuck may be removed and replaced by a new one.

Retightening a Loose Chuck

The chuck may become loose on the spindle and develop a wobble. Periodically check the chuck screw for tightness.

Batteries

The battery pack for this tool 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:

Battery Pack Removal and Preparation for Recycling

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.

⚠️ WARNING: Upon removal, cover the battery pack's 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.

Parts List

CRAFTSMAN 12 VOLT DRILL-DRIVER - MODEL NUMBER 315.115340

The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your DRILL-DRIVER or when ordering repair parts.

Key No. Part Number Description Qty.
1 6612001 Chuck Screw 1
2 6903326 Chuck 1
3 940237076 Data Plate 1
4 140302002 * Charger (Item No. 211057) 1
5 130139017 * Battery Pack (Item No. 211055) 2
6 300912192 Carrying Case (Not Shown) 1
983000709 Operator's Manual 1

* Can Be Purchased Thru RSOS (Retail Special Order System)

CRAFTSMAN 14.4 VOLT DRILL-DRIVER - MODEL NUMBER 315.115350

The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your DRILL-DRIVER or when ordering repair parts.

Key No. Part Number Description Qty.
1 6612001 Chuck Screw 1
2 6903326 Chuck 1
3 940237074 Data Plate 1
4 140302003 * Charger (Item No. 211006) 1
5 130139014 * Battery Pack (Item No. 211007) 2
6 300912193 Carrying Case (Not Shown) 1
983000709 Operator's Manual 1

* Can Be Purchased Thru RSOS (Retail Special Order System)

Service and Support

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1-800-488-1222

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Protection Agreements

To purchase a protection agreement (U.S.A.) or maintenance agreement (Canada) on a product serviced by Sears:

1-800-827-6655 (U.S.A.) | 1-800-361-6665 (Canada)

International Contact

For Spanish Service:

Para pedir servicio de reparación a domicilio, y para ordenar piezas:

1-888-SU-HOGAR™ (1-888-784-6427)

For French Service (Canada):

Au Canada pour service en français:

1-800-LE-FOYER™C (1-800-533-6937)

Sears Trademarks and Service Marks are owned by Sears, Roebuck and Co.

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