Craftsman 17227696, 172276960 Owner’s Manual

Model No,

172.27696

, SAFETY

CAUTION: Read, understand and follow
all Safety Rules and Operating Instruc_Jons

in this manual before using th_s product.

• OPERATION

• MAINTENANCE

• ESPANOL

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

Warranty. ....................................................................... Page

Safety Instructions ...................................................... Pages

Safety Symbols ....................................................... Page

Assembly. ...................................................................... Page

Operation .................................................................. Pages

Maintenance ................................................................. Pages

Accessories .................................................................. Page

ONE FULL YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL TOOL
If this Craftsman Professfonal Tool fails to give complete satisfaction within one

year from the date of purchase, RETURN ITTOTHE NEAREST SEARS STORE

IN THE UNITED STATES, and Sears will replace it, free of charge.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Coo,Dept. 817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!

WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions. Failure

to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious personal injury.

WORK AREA SAFETY
i. ALWAYS keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark

areas inviteaccidents°

2. DO NOT operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the

presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Powertoolscreatesparks which

may ignite the dust or fumes°

3. ALWAYS keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control°

ELECTRICAL SAFETY
I. Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized 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 in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. DO NOT
change the plug In any way.

2. Double insulationQeliminates the need for thethree wire grounded power cord

and grounded power supply system. Applicable only to Class ii (double insulated)

tools°

3. Before plugging in the tool, BE SURE that the outlet vollage supplied is within the
voltage marked on the tool's data plate. DO NOT use "AC only" rated tools with a

DC power supply.

4. ALWAYS avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes,

radiators, ranges and refrigerators, There is an increased risk of electric shock

if your body is grounded.

5. If operating the power tool in damp locations is unavoidable, ALWAYS use a
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter to supply power to your tool. ALWAYS wear

electrician's rubber gloves and footwear in damp conditions.

6. DO NOT expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power

toot will increasethe risk of electric shock°

7. DO NOT abuse the cord. NEVER use the cord to carry the tools or pull the
plug from the outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving

parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk
of electric shock°

8. When operating a power tool outside, At.WAYSuse an outdoor extension
cord marked "W-A" or "W". These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce

the risk of electric shock_

NOTE: The extension cord must have adequate wire size AWG (American Wire
Gauge) for safe, efficientuse° Smaller gauge wires have greater capacity (16 gauge

wire has more capacity than 18 gauge wire).

PERSONAL SAFETY

1.ALWAYS stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. DO NOT use tool while tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment ofinattentionwhile operating power
tools may result in serious personal injury_

2. ALWAYS dress properly. DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry. Pull back
long hair, Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose
clothing, jewelry or long hair can be caught inmoving parts.

3. ALWAYS avoid accidental starting. BE SURE switch is in the "Off" position
before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in
tools that have the switch in the "On" position invitesaccidents,

4. ALWAYS remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on.
A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in

personal injury.

5. DO NOT overreach. ALWAYS keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Proper footingand balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected
situations.

6. ALWAYS use safety equipment. ALWAYS wear eye protection. Dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for
appropriate conditions

TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY

1. ALWAYS use clamps or other practical ways 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 force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct
tool will do the job better and safer at the rate forwhich itis designed.

3. DO NOT use the tool if the switch does not turn it "On" or "Off", Any tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

4. ALWAYS 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.

5. ALWAYS store idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained
persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users°

6, ALWAYS maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.

Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are
easier to control.

7. ALWAYS check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool's operation. If
damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained tools.

TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY CONT.

Z_WARNING: USE OF ACCESSORIESTHAT ARE NOT RECOMMENDED

FOR USE WITH THIS TOOL MAY CREATE A HAZARDOUS CONDITION.

8. ALWAYS use only accessories that are recommended for this tool.

Accessories that may be suitable for one toolcan become hazardous
when used on another toolo

SERVICE SAFETY

1. If any part of this sander is missing or should break, bend, or fail in any way;

or should any electrical component fail to perform properly: ALWAYS shutoff

the power switch and remove the saw plug from the power source and have the

missing, damaged or failed parts replaced BEFORE resuming operation.

2. Tool service must be performed only at a Sears Service Center. Service or
maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.

SAFETY RULES FOR SANDERS

1. NEVER use this or any power sander for wet sanding or liquid polishing,
Failure to follow this rute willincrease the riskof electrical shock,

ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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_WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions. Failure

to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious personal injury.

1. Know your power tool. Read operator's manual carefully. Learn the

applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related
to this tool.

2. ALWAYS wear safety glasses or eye shields when using this sander.

Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety
glasses.

3. ALWAYS protect your lungs.Wear a face mask or dust mask if the operation
is dusty.

4. ALWAYS protect your hearing.Wear hearing protection during extended
periods of operation.

5. ALWAYS inspect the tool cords periodically and if damaged have them
repaired at your nearest Sears Service Center or other qualified Service
Facility, ALWAYS be aware of the cord location.

6. ALWAYS check for damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or
other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine if it will
operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that
may affect the tool's operation. A guard or other part that is damaged,

should be properly repaired or replaced at an qualified Service Center.

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ADDITIONALRULESFORSAFEOPERATIONCONT.

7.DONOT abuse the cord, NEVER use the cord to carry the tools or pull the

plug from the outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk

of electricshock,

8, ALWAYS make sure that your extension cord is in good condition. When

using an extension cord be sure to use one that is heavy enough to carry
the current that your tool will draw. A wire gauge size (A,W.G,) of at least 16

is recommended for an extension 100 feet or less in length. Using an
extension cord that is over 100 feet in length is not recommended. If in
doubt, use the next heavier gauge. Smaller gauge wires, have greater
capacity (16 gauge wire has more capacity than 18 gauge wire).

An undersized cord will cause a drop in fine voltage, resulting in toss of power
and overheating,

9. ALWAYS inspect and remove all nails from lumber before sanding.

10. DO NOT use the tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
any medication.

11.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use them to
instruct others who may use this tool. If someone borrows this tool, make

sure they have these instructions also.

Z_WARNING; Some dust particles created by power sanding, sawing;

grinding, drilling and other construction jobs contain chemicals known to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, Some examples of

these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints,
° Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products°

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber,

Your risk from these exposuresvaries, depending upon how often you do this
type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:

° Work in a well-ventilated area.

• Work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks thatare
specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION CONT.

WEAR YOUR

WARNING: The operation of any sander can

result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes,

which can result in severe eye damage. Before
beginning power tool operation, ALWAYS wear safety

goggles or safety glasses with side shield and a full face
shield when needed. We recommend a Wide Vision

Safety' Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety

glasses with side shield, available at Sears Retail Stores.

The label of your tool may include the following symbols:

V ........................................................... Volts

A........................................................... Amps

Hz ......................................................... Hertz

W .......................................................... Watts

min ........................................................Minutes

,-,,., ....................................................... Alternating current

......................................................... .Direct current

Hz ........................................................... Frequency

no ........................................................ .No-load speed

[] .......................................................... Class II Construction

..Jmin .................................................... Revolutions or Strokes per minute

OPM ...................................................... Obits Per Minute

Z_ ........................................................... Indicates Danger, Warning or

Caution. It means attention!

Your safety is involved.

IMPORTANT! READ ALL iNSTRUCTIONS!

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KNOWYOUR SANDER (SEE FIG.l)

This sander is ideal for sanding with fine, medium and coarse grit sandpaper,,
it produces 11,000 orbits per minute with 1/lO-in, orbit diameter to provide fast

material removal and afine, smooth finish on all wood surfaces, The precision-tuned
counterbalanced design reduces vibration for smooth operation and reduced

operator fatigue,,
Trigger Switch

The sander trigger switch is located under the rear handle. Toturn the sander "ON",

simply squeeze the trigger switch,To turn the sander "OFF", release the trigger
switch°This sander also has a Lock-On Button on the side of the rear handle for

continuous sanding operations,To activate the Lock-On feature, simply squeeze the

trigger switch to turn sander "ON" and push inthe Lock-On Button,,To deactivate

lock-on feature, simply press and release trigger switch,

Dust Collection

Your sander includesa dust bag assembly that isdesigned to help remove
accumulated dust from the sanding area.

Fig 1 Button

Handle

Front
Handle

Paper Clamp,,_,

'Cushion

Trigger
Switch

.,Dust Bag

Assembly

Electrical Connection
Your sander has a precision-builtelectric motor and it should only be connected to a

120-volt, 60-Hz. power supply (normal household current). DO NOT operate on
direct current (DC). This largevoltage drop will cause a loss of power that will

overheat the motor, If your sander does not operate when plugged into an outlet,
check the power supply,

No-load Speed 11,000 OPM (Orbits Per Minute)

Rating ..........120 Volts, 60 Hz AC

Input 3.3 Amps

Orbit Diameter 1/10 in. ".........

.......Paper Size 1/2 Sheet

Paper Type Non-Adhesive Sandpaper & Adhesive Sandpaper

WARNING: Your sander should NEVER be connected to the power

source when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or

removing sandpaper, cleaning or when it is not in use. Disconnecting the sander

will prevent accidental starting, that could cause serious personal injury.

INSTALLING THE SANDPAPER (See Figs, 2 & 3)

This sander has a cushion that allows you to use: either non-adhesive sandpaper,

pressure-sensitive sandpaper or adhesive-backed sandpaper_The nomadhesive

sandpaper clamps to the ptatem Adhesive-backed sandpaper sticks to the cushiom

NOTE: This sander has dust collection, so we recommend that you use

sandpaper with pre-punched holes that wilI line up with the holes in the cushion,
Installing Non-Adhesive Sandpaper (See Fig. 2 on next page)

ALWAYS inspectthe sandpaper before installing.DO NOT use if broken or defective.

1. Unplug the sander_

J Z_ WAR NING: Failure to unplug the sander could result in accidental J

starting causing possible serious personal injury_

2. Remove dust bag assembly.
3, If replacing sandpaper, remove old sandpaper°

4. To remove old sandpaper, raise the levers on each side of the sander to release
the paper clamps holding the sandpaper. Then remove old sandpaper.

5. Insert the end of the new sandpaper approximately 1/2-inch under the front paper
clamp.

6. Lift up the lever on the left side of the sander and lock it into the slot on the platen°
Apply downward pressure to tighten sandpaper to the platen_

7. Wrap remaining sandpaper around the cushion and insert the loose end of the
sandpaper under the rear paper clamp. Fit the sandpaper against the cushion as
tightly as possible_

8. Lift up the lever on the right side of the sander and lock it int_othe slot on the
platen°

9. Replace the dust bag assembly

Installing Adhesive-Backed Sandpaper (See Fig, 3 on next page)

ALWAYS inspect the sandpaper before installing°DO NOT use ifbroken or defective,

1.Unplugthesander.

_ WARNING: Failure to unplug the sander could result in accidental

starting causing possible serious personal injury°

2. If replacing adhesive-backed sandpaper, remove old sandpaper by peeling it off
the cushion,

3. If replacing non-adhesive sandpaper, release paper clamp by lifting up on each
lever,Then remove sandpaper,

4, Place levers back in locked position (see Steps 6 and 8 on Installing

Non-Adhesive Sandpaper).

NOTE: ALWAYS be sure that both levers are in the locked position before starting
sander,

5. CAREFULLY peel adhesive backing from the new 1/2-sheet sandpaper.

6. Place sandpaper in position. ALWAYS make sure that the front edge of the
sandpaper is carefully aligned with the front edge of the cushion,Then carefully

press the sticky side of the sandpaper onto the cushion°

NOTE: The sandpaper MUST be aligned with the front edge of the cushion in order
for the sander to properly function when flush sanding,

NOTE: We recommend that you clean the cushion occasionally by brushing it gently
with a small brush, Dust build-up on the cushion will cause the sandpaper to net stick

properly_

Fig 3

Cushion

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Adhesive-Backed

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PAPER PUNCH (See Figure 4)

A paper punch template has been supplied withyour sander, Itshould be used for
aligning and punchingholes in the sandpaper to align with the holes In the cushion.

Punching holes properly is a necessary step for your sander to collect the dust in the
dust bag°

Fig4

Orient Paper Punch

as shown

ATTACHING DUST BAG ASSEMBLY (See Fig, 5)

WARNING: To prevent the possibility of sanding dust or other

foreign objects being thrown into your face or eyes NEVER try to operate
your sander without the dust bag assembly properly Installed. Sanding dust
or foreign objects thrownintoyourface or eyes couldresult in serious personal

injury,

1. Unplug the sander,

I_ WARNING: Failureto unplug the sander could result in accidental

starting causing possible'serious Personat injury_ ,

2. Insert dust bag adapter intodust exhaust hole (see Fig, 5)°
3, Push in adapter until the raised edges on the top and bottom of the adapter snap

intothe grooves in the dust exhaust hole.

4. Your sander is now ready to use°
NOTE; For more efficient operation, we recommend that you empty the dust bag

when it is no more than half fulLThis will allow the air to flow through the bag better_
ALWAYS empty and clean the dust bag thoroughly when you've finished sanding

and before you store the sander,

Fig 5

Dust Bag

Dust

ExhaustHole

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