Craftsman 320.29004 Operator's Manual page 21

USING THE AUXILIARY HANDLE
ASSEMBLY (Fig. 16)
An auxiliary handle assembly is packed with
the drill for ease of operation and to help
prevent loss of control. The handle can be
rotated 360 ° and it can also be mounted on the
opposite side for left hand use.
• Loosen the handle assembly by turning the
handle counterclockwise.
• Rotate the handle assembly to the desired
operating position.
• Securely tighten by turning the handle
assembly clockwise.
• The auxiliary handle with 2 convenient quick
depth stops allows for quickly choosing the
depth of drilling.
Be sure the handle assembly is securely
tightened against the clamp. This secures the
handle assembly.
DRILLING (Fig. 17)
• 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 trigger switch 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.
• 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 is equipped with
an electric brake. When the brake is
functioning properly, sparks may be visible
through the vent slots in the housing. This
is normal and is the action of the brake.
I Fig. 16
Fig. 17
To loosen
To tighten
360 °
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