King Canada PERFOMANCE PLUS 8315N User manual

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1/4” DRYWALL SCREWDRIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MODEL: 8315N

WARRANTY INFORMATION
2-YEAR
LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR THIS DRYWALL SCREWDRIVER
KING CANADA TOOLS
OFFERS A 2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR NON-COMMERCIAL USE.
PROOF OF PURCHASE
Please keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty and servicing purposes.
LIMITED TOOL WARRANTY
King Canada makes every effort to ensure that this product meets high quality and
durability standards. King Canada warrants to the original retail consumer a 2-year
limited warranty as of the date the product was purchased at retail and that each
product is free from defects in materials. Warranty does not apply to defects due
directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, normal wear and tear, negligence or
accidents, repairs done by an unauthorized service center, alterations and lack of
maintenance. King Canada shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons
or property or for incidental, special or consequential damages arising from the use
of our products.
To take advantage of this limited warranty, return the product at your expense
together with your dated proof of purchase to an authorized King Canada service
center. Contact your retailer or visit our web site at www.kingcanada.com for an
updated listing of our authorized service centers. In cooperation with our authorized
service centre, King Canada will either repair or replace the product if any part or
parts covered under this warranty which examination proves to be defective in
workmanship or material during the warranty period.
NOTE TO USER
This instruction manual is meant to serve as a guide only. Specifications and
references are subject to change without prior notice.
KING CANADA INC. DORVAL, QUÉBEC, CANADA H9P 2Y4
www.kingcanada.com

1. KNOW YOUR TOOL
Read and understand the instruction manual and labels affixed to the tool. Learn its
application and limitations as well as its specific potential hazards.
2. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to rain. Keep work area
well lit and provide adequate surrounding work space.
3. USE RIGHT TOOL.
Don’t force the tool or the attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
4. WEAR PROPER APPAREL.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings, watch) because they could
get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair. Roll up long sleeves above the elbows.
5. MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE.
Keep tool clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for operation and
changing accessories.
6. DISCONNECT TOOLS.
Before servicing, when changing accessories or attachments.
7. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
Make sure the switch is in the ‘’OFF’’ position before plugging in.
8. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the manual for recommended accessories. Follow the instructions that
accompany the accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause hazards.
9. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other parts that are damaged should be
carefully checked to ensure they will operate properly and perform their intended
function. Check for alignment of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any
other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other parts which are damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced.
Specific Safety Instructions
1) Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable
platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to
loss of control.
2) Do not use the tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
3) Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the tool accidentally.
4) Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting
tool may come in contact with hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a “live” wire
will make exposed metal parts of the tool “live” and shock the operator.
GENERAL & SPECIFIC
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
WARNING: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual
cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood
by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this
product, but must be supplied by the operator.
Note: Performance of this tool may vary depending on variations in local line voltage.
Extension cord usage may also affect tool performance.
VOLTAGE WARNING
Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle, outlet, etc.) be sure the voltage
supplied is the same as that specified on the nameplate of the tool. If one says 120V and
the other says 110V then there will be no complications. Never try to plug a 120V tool into
a 240V outlet, or the other way around. A voltage greater than that specified on the tool
can result in SERIOUS INJURY to the user, as well as damage to the tool. If in doubt, DO
NOT PLUG IN THE TOOL.
DOUBLE INSULATION
Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized two-prong plug (one blade is wider
than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit
fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
install a polarized outlet. Do not alter or change the plug in any way. Double insulation
eliminates the need for three wire grounded power supply and grounded power cords.
EXTENSION CORDS
Improper use of extension cords may cause
inefficient operation of your tool which can result
in overheating. Be sure your extension cord is
rated to allow sufficient current flow to the motor.
If you are using the tool outdoors, use an
extension cord rated for outdoor use (signified by
“WA” on the jacket).
The extension cord must have a minimum wire
size depending on the amperage of the tool and
the length of the extension cord. This size is
determined by its AWG (American Wire Gauge) rating. The smaller the gauge, the greater
the cable’s capacity. The amount of cords used does not matter: Total length determines
the minimum AWG rating. Every cord must meet the AWG rating. Use the chart to
determine what AWG rating is required for your situation. Cord length is rated in feet.
Tool’s
Amperage
Rating
3-6
6-8
8-10
10-12
12-16
Cord Size in A.W.G.
Cord Length in Feet
25 50 100 150
18 16 16 14
18 16 14 12
18 16 14 12
18 16 14 12
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR TOOL
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DRYWALL SCREWDRIVER
1. 1/4” Bit & chuck
2. Screw depth stop
3. Depth stop adjustment collar
4. Belt clip
5. Forward/reverse switch
6. Trigger
7. Trigger lock-on button
8. Power cord/cord protector
Specifications
Model................................................................................................................8315N
Chuck size ............................................................................................................1/4”
Amperage ..............................................................................................................5A
Motor RPM......................................................................................................0-4,000
Voltage................................................................................................................120V
Cycle/Phase ........................................................................................60Hz, 1 phase

SWITCH ACTION
WARNING: Before plugging into power
source, make sure the trigger (A) Fig.1 can be
pressed down smoothly and will return to its
“OFF” position when the trigger is released.
This Drywall Screwdriver is equipped with a
“Lock-On” button (B) which is convenient
when continuous drilling for extended periods
of time is required.
• Press trigger (A) Fig.1 to start work, and
release to stop work.
• To have continuous operation, press down the trigger (A) and hold, then push the
“Lock-on” button (B) located on the side of the handle, then release the trigger.
• The drill will continue running after the release of the “Lock-on” button. To stop working,
press and release the trigger.
• When “Lock-on” feature engaged during use and the drill becomes disconnected from the
power supply, disengage the “Lock-on” feature immediately.
REVERSIBLE ROTATING DIRECTION
The rotating direction of the Drywall Screwdriver is controlled by a forward/reverse lever
(C) Fig.1 located above the trigger.
• With the Drywall Screwdriver held in normal operating position, direction of rotation lever
should be positioned to the right of the trigger for forward drilling operation.
• Direction of rotation is in reverse when the lever is positioned to the left of the trigger.
NOTE: The Drywall Screwdriver will not operate unless the rotation lever is pushed fully to
the left or right. Stop Drywall Screwdriver before changing rotation!
SPEED CONTROL
This Drywall Screwdriver is fully controlled by the variable speed trigger (A) Fig.1, by the
amount of trigger depression.
DEPTH STOP
The depth stop adjustment collar (D) Fig.1 controls the depth of drive of the drywall screw
head into the material, it can be adjusted with each 1/4 turn resulting in a 1/64” change in
the depth of drive.
If a depth adjustment is needed, simply turn the depth stop adjustment collar. To increase
depth of drive, turn the adjustment collar so that the bit extends further from the end of the
depth stop (E). To decrease depth of drive, turn the adjustment collar so that the bit is
closer to the end of the depth stop.
ADJUSTMENTS & OPERATION
Figure 1

ADJUSTMENTS, OPERATION
& MAINTENANCE
DRYWALL SCREWDRIVER CLUTCH
This Drywall Screwdriver has a positive clutch,
this means that even when you press the
trigger, the bit will not turn. While holding the
trigger, the bit will begin to turn (and therefore
drive a screw) only after some pressure is
applied to the tip. Pushing the tip activates the
clutch.
DRYWALL SCREWDRIVER BIT CHANGE
To change the screwdriver bit (A) Fig.2, turn
the depth stop adjustment collar (B) counterclockwise to decrease depth of drive which
allows you greater access to the screwdriver bit. Change the screwdriver bit and then
readjust the depth stop adjustment collar back to its original setting.
DRIVING DRYWALL SCREWS
Insert 1/4” driver bit into collet, set the desired rotation. Start the tool by pressing the trigger
(driver bit will not turn) and place a drywall screw on bit.
CAUTION: Do not apply pressure on screw while doing this!
Place end of drywall screw in desired location and remove fingers. Apply a forward
pressure to drive the screw until the depth stop rests on the top of the working surface.
TO REMOVE SCREWS
Insert 1/4” driver bit into collet, set the rotation in reverse, place screw on bit and apply
forward pressure to remove screw.
MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and
adjustments should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service
organizations, always using identical replacement parts.
1. Air vents of the tool should be cleaned regularly to avoid overheating of the motor which
is caused by the blocking of the air vents.
2. DON’T clean this tool with water, as no liquid is allowed in the tool body. Clean the tool
only with a dry clean cloth.
3. DON’T allow petroleum based products to come into contact with the plastic parts of the
tool, as they contain chemicals that can damage or destroy the plastic parts.
Figure 2
PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LISTS
Refer to the Parts section of the King Canada web site for the most updated parts diagram
and parts list.