Craftsman 315.111371 User manual

Operator's Manual
3.6 VOLT CORDLESS SCREWDRIVER
Single Speed /Reversible
Model No.
315.111371
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_li CAUTION: ReEl and followall
Safety Rules and Operating Instructions
beforefirstuse ofthis 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
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• Safety
•Features
•OperaUon
•Maintenance
•Parts List

• Warranty ...................... ,;................................................................................................................................................. 2
•Ir=roductlon..................................................................................................................................................................... 2
•General Safety Rules ................................................................................................................................................. 3-4
• SpecificSafety Rules...................................................................................................................................................... 4
•ImportantSafety Instructionsfor Charger....................................................................................................................... 5
•Symbo[s.......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
•Features ..................................................................................................................................................................... 7-8
•Specifications................................................................................................................................................................. 7
•Unl_d(ing ....................................................................................................................................................................... 8
•Ogemdon................................................................................................................................................................... 9-11
•Mai_enanco ................................................................................................................................................................. 11
•Ba_ow Removal........................................................................................................................................................... 12
•Accessories.................................................................................................................................................................. 12
•Ex_oded _ew and Pa_s List....................................................................................................................................... 13
•PaRsOrdedng/Service ............................................................................................................................................... 14
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON COMPANION CORDLESS SCREWDRIVER
ffthis Sears Screwdriverfalls to give completesatisfactionwithinone year fromthe date of purchase,RETURN IT TO
THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES, and Sears willreplaceIt,
free of charge.
Ifthis Sears ScrewdriverIs usedfor commercialor rentalpurposes,thiswarrantyappllasfor only90 daysfrom the date
ofpurchase,
Thiswarrantygives you specificlegaldghts,and you mayalso haveotherrightswhichvery from stateto state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Your cordless screwdriverhas manyfeaturesfor making
the use of this productmore pleaser= and enjoyable.
Safety, performance, and dependabilityhave been given
top prlodtyIn thedesign ofthis productmakingIt easy to
maintainand operate.
,_ WARNING: Do notattempt to use thisproductuntil
you thoroughly read and completelyunderstandthe
operator'smanual. Pay closeattentionto the safety
rules,IncludingDangers,Warnings,and Cautions. If
you usethls productproperlyand onlyas Intended,
youwillenjoy years ofsafe, rellal:_eservtce.
_. Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means
attention!!! Your safety is involved.
WARNING:
OThe operationofany screwdrivercanresultInforeign objectsbetngthrown Intoyoureyes, whlch
can result In severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety
goggles orsafety glasses with side shields and afullface shieldwhen needed. We recommend
Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields.
Always wear eye protectionwhich Is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
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_WARNING:
Read and understand ell Instructions. Failureto
followall instructionslisted below, may result in
electricshock,fire and/or seflouspersonalInjury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA
• Keep your work area claa• and well lit. Cluttered
benchesand darkareas Inviteaccidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as In the presence offlammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Powertoolscreate sparks
whichmay Ignitethe dustorfumes.
•Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while
operstlng a power tool. Distractionscancause you to
lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
•Abattmryoperated tool with Integral battarlse or a
separate battery pack n_ustbe recharged o•ly with
the spsuifled cbarger far the battery.A charger thst
maybe suitablefor one typeof batterymay createa
riskoffirewhen usedwith anotherbattery.
•Use battary opersted tool only with speclfioelly
designated battery pack. Use ofany other batteries
maycreate ariskoffire,
•Use battery onlywith charger listed,
MODEL CHARGER CHARGER STAND
315.111371 7221701 5573501
•Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry
the charger. Keep cord away from heat, ell, sharp
edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords
Immndlately. Damagedcordsmay createa fire.
PERSONAL SAFETY
•Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
comma• sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use tool while tired or under the Intlumtce of
drugs, alcohol, or medloetlon. AmomentofInatten-
tionwhileoperatingpowertoolsmay resultIn sedous
personal Injury,
•Dress progedy. Do not wear loose clothing or
Jewelry.Contain long balr. Keep your heir, clolhlng,
and gloves away from moving parts. Looseclothes,
Jewelry,or longhair can be naught In moving parts.
•Avoid accldlentalstarting. Be sure switch Is In the
locked or off position before Inserting battery pack.
Carryingtools withyourfingeron the switchor Insortlng
the batterypack Intoatoo_withthe switchon Invites
accidents.
•Remeve adjusting keys or wrencbes barors tumlng
the tool on. Awrenchor =,keythat Isleftattachedto a
rotmlng partofthe tool may resultIn personal Injury.
•Do not evenresuh. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. Properfootingand ba_.nceenablebetter
controlofthe too_In unexpectedsituations.
• Dee eefaty equipment. Always wear aye protecUcn.
Dust mask,son-skid safetyshoes,hardhat, or hearing
protectionmust be usedforappropriateconditions.
TOOL USE AND CARE
•Useclamps or other practical way to secure and
suppod the workplace to a stable platform. Holding
the work byhandor againstyour bodyIs unstableand
may leadto lossofcontrol,
•Do not fores tool. Use tba correct tool for your
application. The correcttool willdothe Jobbetterand
saferat the rateforwhichitIs designed.
•Do not use tool If swIfch does not tum it on or off. A
toolthatcannot be controlledwiththe switch is danger-
cue and musthe repaired.
•Disconnect battery packfromtool or plaoethe
switch In the locked or off position before making
any adjustments, changing asoeesodee, or stodng
the tool. Suchpreventivesafety measuresreducethe
riskof startingthe tool accidentally.
• Store Idletools out of reach of children and other
untrained persona. Toolsare dangerousIn thehands
ofuntrainedusers,
•When battery pack Is not In use, keep It away from
other metal objects like: paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can
make a €onnoctlon from one termlnel to another.
Shottingthe battery terminalstogether may cause
sparks,bums, or afire.
• Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp
and clean. Properly maintained toolswith sharpcutting
edges are lesslikely tobindand axeeasier tocontrol.
•Chsukfor mleellgnment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, and any other condition that may
affect the tool's operation. If damaged, have the
tool eendced before using. Many ascldents are
caused by poorlymalrtalnad tools,
•Use only ecceeeodse that are recommended by the
manufacturer for your model. Accessoriesthat may
be suitablefor one too[may create a riskof Injurywhen
usedon another tool.
•Keepthetool end Its handle dry,clean end free
from oil and grease.Always useaclean clothwhen
cleaning.Never usebrakefluids,g=sollne, petroleum-
based products,or any strong solventstocleanyour
tool.Followingthis rulewillreducethe dskof lossof
controland detadorstlonofthe enclosure ptastlc.
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SERVICE
• Tool sorvlce must be pedormed only by qualified
repair personnel. Serviceor maintenanceperformed
by unqualifiedpersonnel may resultIna riskof Injury.
•When smvlclng a tool, use only Idemlcal replace-
merit parts. Follow Instructions In the Maintenance
sootlon ofthie manual. Use of unauthodzedpartsor
failuretofollowMalnteuanceInstructlo_lsmay createa
riskofshockor Injury,
• Holdtool by insolated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may €ontact hidden
wiring. Contactwith a "live"wire willalso make exposedmetalpats ofthe tool"live"and shocktheoperator.
ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
• Know your power tool. Read operator's manual
carefully. Learn Its appl.lcatlonsand IImItstlone, as
well astbe specific potential h_Eards related to this
tool. Followingthis rulewillreducethe dskof electric
shock,fire,or serious injury.
•Always wear acfsty glasses wIth side shields.
Everydayglasses haveonlyimpactresistantlenses.
They are NOT safetyglasses.Followingthis rulewill
reducethe riskofeye Injury.
IMPORTANT RULES FOR BATTERY TOOLS
•BatteWtools 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 batter/tool or when changing
aocsosorles, Followingthis rule willreducethe riskof
electdcshock,fire, or serious personalInjury.
•Do not place battew tools or their batteries near fire
or heat. Thiswillreducethe riskof explosionand
possiblyInjury.
•Batteriesvent hydrogengasand can explodeIn the
presenceof a sourceof ignition,suchas a Idiot light.
To reducethe dskof sedouspersona]Injury,never use
any cordlessproductInthe presenceof openflame.An
explodedbatterycan propel debrisand chemluals.H
exposed,flush withwater Immediately.
•Do not charge battery tool In a damp or wet loca-
tion. Folk_Nlngthis rulewillreducethe riskof electric
shock.
•For best results, your battew tool should be charged
In a locationwhere the temperatura Is more than 50°F
but lessthen IO0°F. Do not store outside or In
vehk:les,
•Under Etreme usoge or temperstura condRlone,
battery leakage may occur, It llquld comes In
contact wIth your skln, wash Immedlstely wIth soap
and water, then neutralize wIth lemonJuice or
vinegar. If liquid gets Into your ayes, flush them
with clean wster for at least 10 minutes, then seek
Immediate medical attention. Followingthisrulewill
reducethe flskof serious personalInjury.
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_, WARNING
Read and understand all Instructions. Failureto
followall ]nstruotionslistedbelow,may resultin
electricshock,fire and/orsedouspersonalinjury.
• Never use a batter/that has I_n dropped or
racefved a sharp blow. Adamagedbattery Issubject
to explosion.Properlydlspeseof adroppedbattery
Immediately.Failureto heed thiswarningcan resultIn
seriouspersonal Injury. "
• Save these Instructions. This manuel contains
Important safety and operating Instructions for
charger.
•Before using battery charger, read all Instructions
and cactlonary marldngs In this manual, on battery
charger, and product using battery charger. Follow-
Ingthis rulewill reducethe riskofelectricshock,fire,or
seriouspersonal Injury.
•To reduce risk of Injury, charge only nickel-cad-
mium type rechergeable batteries. Other types of
batteries may burst ceualng personal injury and
damage. Followingthis rulewillreducethe riskof
electricshock,fire, or seriouspersonal Injury.
•Doest expoeachargertowct or dampooedltlona.
Followingthis rulewill reduce the dskofeiestric shock,
fire, or serlous personalInjury.
•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.
Followingthis rule willreducethe riskof electricshock,
fire, or serious personalInjury.
•To reduce risk of damageto charger body and
cord, pull by charger plug refher then cord when
dlaconrmctlng charger. Followingthis rulewillreduce
the riskof electdcshock,fire, or sedous personal injury.
•Make sure cord Is located sothat It will not be
stepped on,fdpped over, or otherwise subjected to
damage or stress. Followingthis rule wiltreducethe
riskof seriouspersonalinjury.
•Do not abuse cord. Never carry tool by cord or
yank itto disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord
from heat, o]1and sharp edges, Followingthis rule
willreducethe dskof electricshockor fire.
•An extension cord should not be used unless
absolutely necessary. Use ofImproperextension
cordcouldresultIn a riskof fireand electricshock.If
extensioncordmust be used, make sure:
a. That pinson plugof extensioncordare the
same number,sizeand shapeas those of
plug on charger.
b. That extensioncordIsproperlywiredand in
goodeioctricaJcondition;and
c. That wire size Is largeenoughforAC ampere
ratingof chargeras specifiedbelow:
Cord Length(Feet) 25' 50' 100'
CordSize (AWG) 16 16 16
Note: AWG = AmedcanWire Gage
•Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or
plug. If damaged, have replaced Immedlutaty by a
qualified serviceman. Followingthis rulewillreduce
the risk ofelecMc shock,fire, or seflouspersonalInjury,
•Do not operate charger If it has received a sharp
blow, been dropped, or cthelwlea damaged In any
way; take it to a qualified serviceman. Followingthis
rulewillreduce the risk of electdc shock,fire,or serious
personal Injury.
•Do not dlsaseambic charger; take It to a qualiticd
serviceman when sen/Ice or repair Is required.
Incorrect reeasombly may result In a risk ofelectric
shock or fire. Followingthis rulewillreducethe riskof
electric shock,tim, or sedous personal Injury.
•To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug charger
from outlet before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning. Turning offcontrols will not reduce this
risk. Followingthis rulewillreducethe riskof electric
shock,fire, or serious personal Injury.
•Dl_onnect charger from power supply when not In
use. Followingthisrule willreducethe riskofelectflc
shock,fire. or seriouspersonalInjury.
•5avetheaelnstructions, Raler tothern froqceutly
and use them to Instruct others who may usethis
tool. Ifyou loan someone this tool, loan them these
Instructions also. Followingthisrule willreducethe
riskofelectricshock,fire,or seflous personal Injury.
_l, WARNING:
Some dustcreatedby powersanding,sawing,
grinding,drilling,and otherconstrL_ionactivities
containschemicalsknownto causecancer,birth
defectsorother reproductive harm.Some examples
ofthese chemicalsare:
lead from lead-based points,
crystatllnesilica from bricksand cement and
other masonryproducts,and
arsenicand chromiumfrom chemically-treated
lumber.
Yourriskfrom these exposuresvaries, dependingon
howoften you dothistypeof work.To reduceyour
exposuretothesechemicals:work in awellventilated
area, and workwithapproved safetyequipment,such
asthose dustmasksthatare spedally designedto
filterout mloroscoplcparticles.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Important:Someofthefollowingsymbolsmaybeusedonyourtool.Pleasestudythemandleamtheirmeaning.Proper
Interpretationofthesesymbolswillallowyoutooperatethe oolbetterand safer.
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
V Volts Voltage
AAmperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency(cyclesper second)
W Watt Power
mln Minutes Time
AlternatingCurrent Type of current
=Direct Current Type or a characteristicof current
no No LoadSpeed Rotationalspeed, at no load
[] Class II Construction Dooble-lnsulated construction
...Imln Per.Minute Revolutions,strokes, sufacespeed,odorsetc., per minute
SafetyAlert Precautionsthat Involveyoursafoty
OEye Protection Always wear safety goglesor safetyglasseswithside shieldsand a full face shieldwhenoperatingthis product.
Wet ConditionsAlert Do notexposeto rainor useIndamp locations.
The purposeofsafetysymbols Isto attract yourattentiontopossibledangers.The safetysymbols, andthe explanations
withthem, deserve yourcarefulattentionand understanding.The safety warningsdo not bythemselves allmlnate any
danger. The Instructions orwarningstheygive are not substitutesforproperaccident preventionmeasures.
ADANGER: Indioatesan Imminently hazardoussituation,which,If not avoided,willresultIn death or
serious Injury.
&WANNING: Indicates a potentiallyhazardoussituation,which,If notavoided,couldresultIn death or
seriousInjury.
&CAUTION: Indicates a potentiallyhazardous situation,which,ff no_avoided, may resultin minoror
moderateInjury.itmay also beusedtoalert against unsafepracticesthatmay cause property damage.
Note: Advisesyou of additionalInformation ooncernlng the operationor maintenanceofthe equip-
mect,

SPECIFICATIONS
Collet ...................................................... 1/4 In. Hsx shank
Motor ................................................................ 3.6 Volt DC
Switch ....................................... Single Speed /Reverside
Gear Train ............................................................. 1 Speed
No LoadSpeed .................................................... 180/mln.
KNOW YOUR SCREWDRIVER
See Figure1.
Before attemptingto useyourscrewdriver,familiarize
yourselfwith all operatingfeaturesand safety
requirements,
,_, WARNING: Do notattem_ to usethis producturXll
you readthoroughly and understandcompletelythe
operator'smanual. Pay closeatl:entlonto the safety
rules, Including Dangers,Warnings,and Cautions.ff
you usethis productproperlyand onlyas ]mended,
youwillenjoyyearsof safe, reliableservice.
WARNING: Do notallow farnflladtywithyour
screwdriverto make you samless. Rememberthata
careless fractionofa secondIs sufficientto Inflict
severe Injury.
Clutch ............................................................. 22 Positions
Charger Input ................................. 120 V, 60 Hz,AC only
Charge Rate ................................................... 10-12Hours
Torque ..................................................................... 50 InJb
SWITCH
Your screwdriverisequippedwth a rockertypeswitch
whichturnsyourscrewdriverON and OFF. This switch
alsocontrolsthe forwardand reversefeature.Fordriving
screws,depressrightsideof switch.Forremovingscrews,
depressleftsideof switch.
STICK/PISTOL COMBINATION SCREWDRIVER
Your screwdriver has been designed so that it can be
operated as astickscrewdriveror a pistolscrewdriver.
LIGHT
Your screwdriverhas a bulitInlight. This feature is
convenientwhen workingIn closeor tight areaswhere
additional light Is needed.
TORQUE
ADJUSTMENTCAP
VIEWOFSCREWDRIVERINSTICKPOSITION
O
SWITCH
(ON/OFR
(FQRWAFJ_/RBVERSE)
UGHT
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COLLEr
VIEW OF SCREWDRIVER IN PISTOL POSITION
S1"lCK/PISTOL
ROTATIONBUTTON
UGI.n"
SWITCH
BIT
STORAGE
CHARGER
SWITCH
CHARGING
STAND
BIT
STORAGE
SCREWDRIVER
BITS(INCLUDED)_--_.._,
Fig, 1
INSTRUCTIONS
When unpacklngthe tool:
• Carefullyremovethe tooland accessories fromthe box.
• Make surethat all ItemslistedInthe packinglistare In-
cluded.
•Inspectthe tool carefullyto make sure no breakageor
damage occurredduringshipping.
•Do notdiscardthe packing matefla( untilyou have care-
fullyInspected and satts'factofllyoperatedthe tool.
• Ifany partsaredamaged ormissing,pleasecaJl
1-800-932-3188forasslstance,
PACKING LIST
3.6V CordlessScrewdriver
Charger & ChargingStand
2 ScrewdriverBits
Operator'sManual
A WARNING: ffany partsare missingdo notoperate
thetool untilthe missing partsare replaeed.Failure
to do socouldresultIn possibleseriouspersonal
InJuP/.
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,_ WARNING: Alwayswear safetygogglesor setety
glasseswith side shieldswhen operatingtools.
Failureto do socould resultIn objectsbeingthrown
Intoyoureyes, resulting In possible seriousInjury.
CHARGING YOUR SCREWDRIVER
This toolhas been shippedIn a low chargeconditionto
preventpossibleproblems.Therefore, you shouldcharge
it overnight pdorto use,
Note=Batterieswill notreachfull chargethe firsttlreethey
are charged.Allow severalcycles (drivingscrewsfollowed
by recharging)for thereto becomefully charged.
If the charger does not charge yourscrewdriverunder
normalcircumstances,returnboth the screwdriverand
chargerto your nearest Sears Service Centerfor electrical
check.
TO CHANGE SCREWDRIVER WITHOUT USING
CHANGING STAND
See Figure2.
•Insertcharger plugIntoInputJackmakingsurethey
am properlyconnected.
•Charger can ha used with normal household
voltage of 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only.
•Connectcharger to powersupply.
•After normalusage, amlnlmureof 10 hoursofcharg-
Ingtime Isrequiredtofully chargescrewdriver.
•Do not place charger Inan area of extreme heator
cold. it willwork bestat normalroomtemperature.
TO MOUNT CHARGING STAND
See Figure3.
• Locate closeto an electrical outlet. Note: With
screwdriverIn stick pasitlon, temporarilyptace
screwdriverIn ch=_rglngstand.Checkto make sure It
willnot Interferewiththe charger or electricaloutlet.
•Insertcharger plugIntoheck of chargingstand
arranging wire and plugas shownIn Figure3.
•Drilltwo(2) pilotholesthen Insertthe two (2) wail
anchors provided.Note: Pilotholesshouldbe 2-5/8
Inchesapart. See Figure3.
•Positioncharging standon wail =llgningholesIn
charging standwith pilotholes.
•Secure chargingstandwith the two (2) screws
provided.
CHARGER
CHARGING
STAND
I
_."
INPUT \\
JACK
BACKSIDEOFCHARGINGSTAND
BITSTORAGE
SCREWS
CHARGERPLUG Fig, 2
CHARGING STAND
As previouslymentioned,a charging stand is packedwith
your screwdriver.Ifyou decideto usechargingstand, it
mustbe mountedto a wall,The charging standalso has
four slotsto store bits.Two I_tsare Includedwithyour
screwdriver.
WALL
ANCHORS
CHARGINGSTAND Fig. 3
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TO CHARGE SCREWDRIVER USING CHARGING
STAND
See Figure 4.
•Place screwdriverInchargingstand maltingsure
InputJackand charger plugare propedyconnected.
•Align slotson screwdriverwithtabs on charging stand
then pushon screwdriverto snap intoplace.
•Connectcharger to powersupply.
•A_er normalusage, a minimumof 10 hoursof charg-
Ingtime Isrequiredto fullycharge screwdriver.
•Do not place chargerIn an area ofextreme heat or
cold. Itwillwork bestat normalroomtemperature.
SLOTS
CHARGER
COLLET
The coUetonyour screwdriverhasbeen designedtoaccept
1/4 In.hex bits.See Figure 6.
TO INSERT BIT
See Figure6,
Insert bit Into colletasfar as ppsslbTB.
BIT COL_
Fig, 6
LIGHT
See Figure7.
Yourscrewdriverhas a builtInlight. Thisfeature Is
convenientwhen worldngIndose or tightareaswhere
additionallight Is needed. A slideswitchis Iocatad onthe
bottomofyoursorewddver,To turn lightON, pushswitch
forward,To turn lightOFF, peUbackon switch.
Note: Always tum lightoffon ourscrewdriverwhen not In
use,
CHARGING
STAND Fig. 4
STICK/PISTOL COMBINATION SCREWDRIVER
See Figure5,
Your screwdriverhas been designed sothat Itcan be
used as astickscrewdriverora pistolscrewdriver.As
shownIn Figure5, a rotationbuttonislocatedonthe side
of yourscrewdriver.To pl,_ceyour screwdriverInpistol
position,holdItIn normaloperatingposition,depress
rotationbuttonand pushdown on handle. To placeyour
screwdriverInstickposition,held it In normalopermlng
position,depress rotationbuttonand pullupon handle.
ROTATION
BuTroN
Fig
\ .5
UGHT
LIGHT SWITCH Fig. 7
10