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Craftsman nextec 320.10003 Operator's Manual

12.0-volt lithium-ion cordless 3/8 in. reversible drill
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12.0-Volt Lithium-ion Cordless
3/8 in. Reversible Drill
Model No. 320. 10003
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ENERGY STAR ®
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quaJJfied battery
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charger for a
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better environment|
WARNING:
To reduce
the risk of injury,
the user must read and understand
the Operator's
manual
before
using
this product.
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* Warranty
* Safety
* Assernbly
* Operation
* Maintenance
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battery
Before
first
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  • Why is my Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill not working?

    If your drill is not working, the battery may be depleted, and you should charge it. If the bit cannot be installed, the sleeve is not released, and you should release it. If the motor is overheating, ensure the cooling vents are free from saw dust and obstacles, and do not cover them with your hand during operation.


    For more information, see page 15 of the manual.
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  • How do I change a drill bit on the Craftsman Nextec 320.10003?

    To change a drill bit:

    1. Lock the trigger switch by placing the direction-of-rotation selector in the OFF (center) position.
    2. Open or close the chuck jaws to a point where the opening is slightly larger than the bit size you intend to use.
    3. Raise the front of the Drill slightly to keep the bit from falling out of the chuck jaws.
    4. Insert a drill bit.
    5. Rotate the chuck body in the direction of the arrow marked GRIP to close the chuck jaws. Do not use a wrench to tighten or loosen the chuck jaws.
    6. Tighten the chuck jaws securely on the bit. To remove a bit:
    7. Lock the trigger switch by placing the direction-of-rotation selector in the OFF (center) position.
    8. Open the chuck jaws by rotating the chuck body in the direction of the arrow marked OPEN.
    9. Remove the drill bit.

    For more information, see page 12 of the manual.
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  • How do you charge the battery for a Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill?

    To charge the battery pack:

    1. Charge the Lithium-Ion battery pack with the correct charger.
    2. Connect the charger to a power supply.
    3. Align the raised ribs of the battery pack with the slot in the charger.
    4. Insert the battery pack into the charger.
    5. The charger will communicate with the battery pack to evaluate its condition.
    6. The green lights will flash while the battery pack is charging. After charging is complete, the green LED on the charger will be on. A flickering red light indicates a defective battery or a bad connection.
    7. The battery pack will fully charge if left on the charger, but it will not overcharge.

    For more information, see page 9 of the manual.
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  • How long does it take to fully charge the Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill battery?

    A fully discharged battery pack will charge in about 30 minutes in a surrounding temperature between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F (40°C).


    For more information, see pages 9 and 10 of the manual.
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  • What kind of drill bits are compatible with the Craftsman Nextec 320.10003?

    For wood drilling, high-speed steel or brad-point bits are compatible. For metal or steel drilling, high speed steel bits are compatible. For masonry work (brick, tile, concrete), carbide-tipped masonry bits are compatible.


    For more information, see page 13 of the manual.
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  • How do you unlock the chuck on a Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill?

    To unlock or loosen the chuck jaws, you should rotate the chuck body in the direction of the arrow marked OPEN. It is important not to use a wrench to loosen the chuck jaws.

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  • How to tighten the chuck on a Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill?

    To tighten the chuck jaws, you should rotate the chuck body in the direction of the arrow marked GRIP. It is important not to use a wrench to tighten the chuck jaws.

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  • How do you reverse the rotation on a Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill?

    To reverse the rotation, position the direction-of-rotation selector to the right of the tool. For forward rotation (drilling), position it to the left. To prevent accidental starting, set the switch in the OFF (center lock) position.

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  • What are the different torque settings on the Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill?

    The drill has an 18-position clutch for adjustable torque. The higher the torque setting, the more force the drill produces. The proper setting depends on the job, bit type, fastener, and material. For delicate operations or removing partially stripped screws, a low torque setting is recommended, while a higher torque setting is used for operations like drilling into hardwood.

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  • How do I use the Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill as a driver?

    The drill can be used as a driver by utilizing its 18-position adjustable torque clutch and its two-speed gearbox. You can adjust the torque by rotating the torque-adjustment ring, with higher settings for larger screws. The two-speed gearbox allows selection between LO (lower speed, more power and torque) and HI (higher speed, more driving power) speeds, depending on the application.

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  • How do I remove the battery from a Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill?

    To remove the battery pack:

    1. Lock the trigger switch on the Drill by placing the direction of rotation (forward/reverse/center lock) selector in the center position.
    2. Depress the battery release buttons located on both sides of the battery pack to release it.
    3. Pull the battery pack out and remove it from the tool.

    For more information, see page 10 of the manual.
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  • How do I turn on the Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill?

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

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  • Does the Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill come with a battery and charger?

    Yes, the drill comes with a Lithium-Ion battery pack that is shipped partially charged. The manual also refers to using a specific charger for this model.

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  • What type of battery does the Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill use?

    The Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill uses a 12.0 Volt DC Lithium-Ion battery.

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  • How do I know if the Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill battery is fully charged?

    When the battery pack is fully charged, the green LED on the charger will be on and the red LED will be off.

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  • How do I prevent the Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill from overheating?

    To prevent overheating:

    • When drilling metals, maintain a speed and pressure that allows cutting without overheating the bit or drill.
    • Avoid running the drill at LO speed for extended periods of time, as this can cause overheating. If it occurs, cool the drill by running it without a load at HI speed.
    • The battery circuitry protects against extreme temperatures; if the temperature becomes too high, the battery pack circuitry will shut down the tool and resume normal operation when it cools.
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  • How do I clean and maintain my Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill?

    To clean and maintain your drill, keep it dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth for cleaning. Avoid using brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any strong solvent on plastic parts, as these can cause damage. Always remove the battery pack from the tool when cleaning or performing any maintenance.

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  • Can the Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill be used for masonry work?

    Yes, the drill can be used for masonry drilling in brick, tile, and concrete by using carbide-tipped masonry bits.

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  • How do I remove the chuck from a Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill?

    To remove the chuck:

    1. Lock the trigger switch by placing the direction-of-rotation selector in the center position.
    2. Open the chuck jaws.
    3. Insert a 5/16-in. or larger hex key into the chuck and tighten the chuck jaws securely.
    4. Tap the hex key sharply with a mallet in a clockwise direction. This will loosen the screw in the chuck for easy removal.
    5. Open the chuck jaws and remove the hex key. Using a screwdriver, remove the chuck screw by turning it in a clockwise direction. The chuck screw has left-handed threads.
    6. Insert the hex key into the chuck and tighten the chuck jaws securely. Tap sharply with a mallet in a counterclockwise direction. This will loosen the chuck on the spindle, allowing it to be unscrewed by hand.

    For more information, see pages 14 and 15 of the manual.
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  • What are the main parts of the Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill?

    The main parts of the drill include the Torque-Adjustment Ring, Keyless Chuck, LED Light, Trigger Switch, Two-Speed Gearbox Switch, Vents, Two-Speed Gearbox, and Direction-of-Rotation Selector.


    For more information, see page 7 of the manual.
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  • What does the LED light on the Craftsman Nextec 320.10003 drill indicate?

    The LED worklight on the front of the drill illuminates when the trigger switch is depressed, providing extra light for increased visibility. If the LED worklight begins to rapidly and continuously flash, it indicates that the battery pack's power has run out and needs recharging. If the LED worklight flashes slowly, it indicates a momentary overload on the battery circuitry.

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  • Page 1 12.0-Volt Lithium-ion Cordless 3/8 in. Reversible Drill Model No. 320. 10003 by an ENERGY STAR ® quaJJfied battery charger for a better environment| * Warranty * Safety WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, * Assernbly the user must read and understand * Operation * Maintenance the Operator's...
  • Page 2 Sears store or Parts & Repair avoided, may result in death or serious injury. Center or other Craftsman outlet in the United States for free repair (or NOTE: (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in replacement, if repair proves impossible).
  • Page 3 Some of these 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. GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING: Read and understand all instructions.
  • Page 4 PERSONAL SAFETY POWER TOOL USE AND CARE Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operat- Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. ing a power tool. Do not use a power tool while tired or under the influence of The correct power tool will do the job better and more safely at the rate for drugs, alcohol,...
  • Page 5 BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE SERVICE • Make sure that the switch is in the OFF position before inserting the battery Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person. pack. Inserting the battery pack into power tools that have the switch When servicing a power tool, use only identical replacement...
  • Page 6 Keep the Drill dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based over, come in contact with sharp edges or moving parts, or otherwise products, or any strong solvent to clean the Drill.
  • Page 7 • Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct oth- ers who may use this tool. If you lend this tool to someone else, also lend these instructions to them to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury. KNOW YOUR REVERSIBLE DRILL (Fig.l) IMPORTANT...
  • Page 8 WARNING: The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator's manual, as well as knowledge WARNING: If any parts are broken or missing, do not attempt to plug in the the project you are attempting.
  • Page 9 WHEN TO CHARGE THE BATTERY PACK It is not necessary to run down LOW-BATTERY CAPACITY INDICATOR Fig. 2 the battery pack charge before recharging. The Lithium-Ion If the LED worklight begins to rapidly and continuously flash when the trigger battery can be charged at any switch on the Drill is depressed, the battery pack's...
  • Page 10 BATTERY FULL LED FUNCTIONS OF CHARGER (Fig. 3) If the battery pack is within normal temperature range, the green LED will illuminate BATTERY GREEN LED INDICATOR ACTION and the red LED will be off. The battery pack is fully charged and ready to use. The PACK battery pack will fully charge, but will not overcharge, if left on the charger.
  • Page 11 KEYLESS CHUCK (Fig. 6) TRIGGER SWITCH (Fig. 5) Fig. 5 Fig. 6 To turn the Drill ON, depress The Drill has a keyless chuck to Keyless chuck the trigger switch. To turn it tighten or release drill bits in the OFF, release the trigger switch.
  • Page 12 ADJUSTABLE=TORQUE CLUTCH (Fig. 8) LED WORKLIGHT (Fig. 10) Fig. 10 The Torque clutch can be ad- I Fig. 8 The LED worklight, located on justed to 17 different settings. the base of the Drill, will illumi- To decrease torque LED worklight The higher the torque setting, nate when the trigger switch the more force the drill produc-...
  • Page 13 WOOD DRiLLiNG WARNING: Make sure to Fig. 12 insert the drill bit straight into For maximum performance, use high-speed steel or brad-point bits for wood drilling. WRONG! the chuck jaws. Do not insert Begin drilling at a very low speed to prevent the bit from slipping off the the drill bit into the chuck jaws starting point.
  • Page 14 Lock the trigger switch Mallet WARNING: When servicing, use only identical Craftsman replacement parts. by placing the direction- Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. To ensure of-rotation selector...
  • Page 15 Insert the hex key into Fig. 15 the chuck and tighten the chuck jaws securely. Tap PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION sharply with a mallet in a Screwdriver counterclockwise direction. The Drill does not work Battery is depleted Charge the battery This will loosen the chuck Bit cannot be installed Sleeve is not released Release the sleeve...
  • Page 16 12.0 VOLT LITHIUM=ION CORDLESS 3/8=1N. REVERSIBLE DRILL MODEL 12.0 VOLT LITHIUM=ION CORDLESS3/8iN. REVERSIBLE DRILL MODEL NO. 320. 10003 320. 10003 The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate attached to the handle of the The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate attached to the handle of the Worklight.
  • Page 17 Your Home For expert troubleshooting and home solutions advice: manage home www.managemyhome.com For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it ! For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself For Sears professional installation of home appliances...

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