Operation - Craftsman 315.115810 Manual

AdJUSTING THE AUXILIARY HANdLE ASSEMBLY
See Figure 11.
 Loosen the auxiliary handle assembly by turning the
knob counterclockwise.
 Rotate the auxiliary handle assembly to the desired
location.
 Tighten the auxiliary handle assembly securely by turn-
ing the knob clockwise.
AUxILIARY
ADJUSTMENT RING
HANDLE ASSEMBLY
TO
TIGHTEN
360°
ROTATION
dRILLING
See Figures 12 - 13.
Levels are located on the top and end of the motor
housing to help keep the drill bit level during use.
 Check the direction of rotation selector for the correct
setting (forward or reverse).
 Secure the material to be drilled in a vise or with
clamps to keep it from turning as the drill bit rotates.
 Hold the drill firmly and place the bit at the point to be
drilled.
 Depress the switch trigger to start the drill.
 Move the drill bit into the workpiece, applying only
enough pressure to keep the bit cutting. Do not force
the drill or apply side pressure to elongate a hole. Let
the tool do the work.
WARNING:
Be prepared for binding at bit
breakthrough. When these situations occur, 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.

OPERATION

TORQUE
TO
LOOSEN
Fig. 11
LEVEL
 When drilling hard, smooth surfaces, use a center
punch to mark the desired hole location. This will
prevent the drill bit from slipping off-center as the hole
is started.
 When drilling metals, use a light oil on the drill bit to
keep it from overheating. The oil will prolong the life of
the bit and increase the drilling action.
 If the bit jams in the workpiece or if the drill stalls,
stop the tool immediately. Remove the bit from the
workpiece and determine the reason for jamming.
NOTE: 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.
13
LEVEL
Fig. 12
Fig. 13