Serial
Number ...........................
Model and serial
number may be found
on the right side
of the base.
You should record both
model and serial number
in a safe place for
future use.
CAUTION:
Read GENERAL
and ADDITIONAL
SAFETY
INSTRUCTaONS
carefu|ly
I INCH
SANDER
. assembly
® operating
® repair parts
GRINDER
Sold by SEARS,
Part No, 68038
ROEBUCK AND
CO.,
Chicago, IL.
60684 U.S.A.
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FULLONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN 1 INCH SANDER/GRINDER
to a defect in
state.
SEARS. ROEBUCK AND CO., SearsTower. 8S0 41-3. Chicago, IL 60684
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general safety instructions for power tools
1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL
Read the :owner's manual carefully. Learn its
appticati0n arid limitations as welL;as the specific
potential hazards peculiar to this t0ot.
2. GROUND ALL TOOLS
This tool iS equ pped w th an approved 3-c0nductor
cord and a :3-prong, ground ng type-plug to fit the
proper grounding type [eceptacle. ]:he green conductor
in the cord is the gr0Undilr_g wire Never com_ect the
green wire to alive terminal.
3, KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE
i_ working order; and in proper adjustment and
alignment,
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING :KEYS
AND WRENCHES
Form habit of checking to see thal keys and adjusting
Wrenches are removed from toot before turning it on.
5, KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN
Cluttered areas: and benches invite accidents. Floor
must not be slippery due to wax or sawdust.
6, AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT
Don't use power,:tO0]s in damp Or wet locations or
expose: them to ,rain, Keep:worE area well lighted,
Provide adequate surrounding work space,
protectors (plugs or muffs) during extended periods of
operation.
1_3.
SECURE WORK
Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It's
safer than using your hand, frees both hands to operate
tool.
14.
DON'T OVERREACH
Keep proper footing and batance at all t_mes,
15.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance, Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
16.
DISCONNECT TOOLS
before servicing; when changing accessories such as
blades, bits, cutters, etc,
17
•AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING
Make sure switch is in "OFF" position before plugging
in.
18.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
Consult the owner's manual for recommended
accessories. Follow the instructions that accompany
the accessories. The use of _mproper accessories may
cause hazards.
7. KEEP CHILDREN:AWAY
Al visitors should be kept a Safe distance from Work
area.
8. MAKE WORKSHOP KID-PROOF
with padlocks, master switches, or by removing
starter keys.
9. DON'T FORCE TOOL
It wilJ do the job better and safer at the rate for which
tt was des=gned
10. USE RIGHT TOOL
Don't force tool or attachment to do a job it was not
designed for,
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry
(rings, wrist watches) to get caught in moving parts,
Nonstip footwear is recommended. Wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair. RoJI long sleeves 21. DIRECTION OF FEED
above the elbow. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction
19. NEVER STAND ON TOOL
Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the
cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
Do not store materials above or near the tool such that
it is necessary to stand on the tool to reach them,
20. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS
Before further use of the tool a guard or other part that
is damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that it
will operate properly and perform its intended function,
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other
conditions that may .affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be proper{y repaired
or replaced.
:12, USE SAFETY GOGGLES (Head Protection) of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
Wear Safety goggles (must comply with ANS Z87,!) at 22. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING
all times. "Everyday eyeglasses only have impact UNATTENDED
i resistant lensesi they are NOT safety glasses," Also, use Turn power off, Don't leave toot until it comes to a
face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty, and ear complete stop.
2
WARNING:FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO OPERATE YOUR SANDER/GRINDER
UNTIL IT IS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED ACCORDING
TO THE INSTRUCTIONS, AND THAT YOU
UNDERSTAND THE FOLLOWING (SEE CONTENTS...
PAGE 3.)
8, Do Not Grind or Polish Magnesium... because it could
catch on fire.
9. Note and follow Safety Instructions that appear on the
belt guard.
_FTSMRN
1. General safety Instructions for Power Tools (Page 2)
2. Getting to Know Your Sander/Grinder (Page 5)
3. Basic Sander/Grinder Operations (Page 6)
4. Maintenance (Page 8)
5. Power Source Outlet. This tool should be grounded
while in use to protect the operator from electric shock,
See "Motor Specifications and E lectrical Requirements"
section further on in this manual,
6. Support Workpiece. Maintain control of workpiece at
a|l times,
7. Do Not Wet Grind or Polish. Never use a steady stream
of water on the workpiece. Only quench the workpiece
in water to cool it,
WEAR YOUR
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign
objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in
severe eye damage. Always wear safety goggles complying
with ANSI Z87,1 (shown on Package) before commencing
power tool operation. Safety Goggles are available at Sears
retail or catalog stores.
NOTORIZEDSANDER-GRINDER
10. THINK SAFETY: Safety is a combination of operator
common sense and alertness at all times when the
Sander/Grinder is being used,
WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW FAMILIARITY (GAINED
FROM FREQUENT USE OF YOUR SANDER!GRINDER)
TO BECOME cOr_MONPLACE, ALWAYS REMEMBER
THAT A CARELESS FRACTION OF A SECOND IS
SUFFICIENT TO INFLICT SEVERE INJURY.
CONTENTS
Page
General Rules for Power TooUs ................... 2
Additional Safety Instructions for Sander Grinder .... 3
Motor Specifications and Electrical Requirements .... 4
Assembly .................................... 5
Installing Abrasive Belt ...................... 5
Tracking Abrasive Belt ...................... 5
Getting to Know Your Sander/Grinder ............. 6
Basic Sander/Grinder Operation .................. 6
Sanding Wood or Plastics ..................... 6
Grinding Metal ............................. 7
Inside Work ............................... 7
Sharpening ................................ 8
Polishing ................................. 8
Maintenance ................................. 8
Lubrication .................................. 8
Recommended Accessories ...................... 9
Trouble Shooting .............................. 9
Repair Parts ................................. 10
TOOLS NEEDED
9/t6 INCH WRENCH
COMBINATION SQUARE
PECmFICATIO NS
The:AC m0tor is a Split Phase nomreversible type, with the
following specifications -_ =
Horsepower ................................. 1/3
Voltage ;. ............... "................... 115
Ampe:res .. ....... ;, :... :, ._:_:.:..i:do :.,.,.. ...... 6
Hertz ;. ....................................... 60
Phase. ........................ Single
Rotation (viewed from: Pulleyend); ;:_:;; ;. ;:; clockwise
Abrasive BeltSpeed: (FeeltPer Min:,)ApproXl / ::.;: . .3000
Althodghlthe-motO_:i isdeSigr_ed for o_rat!on on the
voltage and frequency Specified on m:bt0r nameplate,
normal loads wilt be handled safely on voltages not mere
than 10% abo$e or below 'the nameplate vottage. Heavy
loads; howeVer, require that v01tage at;m0t0r terminals be
not lessthan the Voltage specified on nameplate:
CONN ECTING TO: POWER SOURCE O UTLET
This Sander/Grinder must begroundedlWhile :in use:to
protect the operator from electrical shoCk.
If power cord is worn or cut, or damaged in any way, have
it replaced immediately,
if your Sander/Grinder is for use on less than: 150 volts it
has a plug that looks like below_
3-PRONG PLUG
LI:REQUi REM ENTS
WARNING: IF NOT PROPERLY GROUNDED THIS
POWER TOOL CAN INCUR THE POTENTIAL HAZARD
OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK; PARTICULARLY WHEN
USED IN DAMP LOCATIONS,/ IN PROXIMITY TO
PLUMBING, OR OUT OF DOORS. IF AN ELECTRICAL
SHOCK OCCURS THERE IS THE POTENTIAL OF A
SECONDARY HAZARD SUCH AS YOUR HANDS
CONTACTING THE ABRASIVE BELT OR DISC.
This SandertGrinder is equipped with a 3-conductor cord
and grounding type plug which has a grounding prong,
approved by Underwriters _ Laboratories and the Canadian
Standards Association. The ground conductor has a green
lug and is attached tO the tool housing at one end and to the
ground prong in the attachment plug at the other end.
This plug requires a mating 3-conductor grounded type
outlet as shown.
If the outlet you are planning to use for this
Sander/Grinder is of the two prong type DO NOT
REMOVE OR ALTER THE GROUNDING PRONG iN
ANY MANNER. Use an adapter as shown and always
connect the grounding lug to a known ground.
It is recommended that you have a qualified electrician
replace the TWO prong outlet with a properly grounded
THREE prong outlet.
An adapter as shown below is available for connecting plugs
to 2-prong receptacles. The green grounding lug extending
from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground
such as to a properly grounded outlet box.
GROUNDI NG LUG
e
GI_OUNDING PRONG
PROPI]RLY GROUNDED
3-PRONG OUTLET
Plug power cord into 110-120V properly grounded type
outlet protected by a 1S-amp. time delay or Circuit-Saver
fuse or circuit breaker.
IF YOU ARE NOT SURE THAT YOUR OUTLET IS
PROPERLY GROUNDED, HAVE IT CHECKED BY A
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
WARNING: DO NOT PERMIT FINGERS TO TOUCH
THE TERMINALS OF PLUG WHEN INSTALLING OR
REMOVING THE PLUG TO OR FROM THE OUTLET.
sURET.Js,s
3-p ONG\ :I: I'- :CONNECTED TOA
......... " RECEPTACLE
NOTE: The adapter illustrated is for use only if you already
have a properly grounded 2-prong receptacle. Adapter is
not allowed in Canada by the Canadian Electrical Code.
The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of
power. To keep this to a minimum and to prevent
over-heating and motor burn-out, use the table below to
determine the minimum wire size (A,W.G.) extension cord,
Use only 3 wire extension cords which have 3 prong
grounding type plugs and 3-pole receptacles which will
accept the plug on the Sander/Grinder.
Extension Cord Length Wire Size A.W,G.
Up to 100 Ft......................... 16
100-200 Ft ........................... 14
200-400 Ft ............................ 10