Craftsman 315115031 Owner’s Manual
Owner's Manual
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6 Inch Electric
Sander/Polisher
Double Insulated
Model No.
315.115031
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,_, CAUTION: Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before first use of
this product.
Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman
972000-898
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• Safety
• Introduction
• Table of Contents
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
DOUBLE INSULATION is a safety concept in electric power
tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three wire
grounded power cord and grounded supply system. Wherever
there iselectric current in the tool there are two complete sets
of insulation to protect the user. All exposed metal parts are
isolated from internal metal motor components with protecting
insulation.
WARNING:
The double insulated system is intended to protect the
user from shock resulting from a break in the tool's
internal wiring. Observe all normal safety precautions
related to avoiding electrical shock.
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read owner's
manual carefully. Learn its applications and
limitations as well as the specific potential hazards
related to this tool.
2. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by
preventing body contact with grounded surfaces.
For example: Pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator
enclosures.
3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas
and benches invite accidents.
5. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use
power tool in damp or wet locations or expose to
rain. Keep work area welt lit.
6. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All
visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a
safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors
contact tool or extension cord.
7. STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use tools
should be stored in a dry, high or locked-up place
- out of the reach of children.
8. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
9. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small toot or
attachment to do the job of a heavy duty tool.
Don't use tool for purpose not intended - for
example - A circular saw should never be used for
cutting tree limbs or logs.
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry that can get caught in the tool's
moving parts and cause personal injury. Rubber
gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended
IMPORTANT -- Servicing of a tool with double insulation
requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and
should be performed only by a qualified service tecnhician.
For service we suggest you return the tool to your nearest
Sears Store for repair. Always use original factory replacement
parts when servicing.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to operate this tool until you have read
thoroughly and understand completely all instructions,
safety rules, etc. contained in this manual. Failure to
comply can result in accidents involving fire, electric
shock, or serious personal injury. Save owner's manual
and review frequently for continuing safe operation, and
instructing others who may use this tool.
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair and keep it from
being drawn into nearby air vents.
11. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday
eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they
are NOT safety glasses.
12. PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust
mask if operation is dusty.
13. PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing
protection during extended periods of operation.
14. DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord
or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep
cord from heat, oil and sharp edges.
15. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold
work. Both hands are needed to operate the tool.
16. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Do not use on a ladder or
unstable support.
17. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools
sharp at all times, and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories.
18. DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before
servicing, or when changing attachments, blades,
bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected
from power supply.
19. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before
turning it on.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
20. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Don't carry
plugged-in tools with finger on switch. Be sure
switch is off when plugging in.
21. MAKE SURE YOUR EXTENSION CORD IS IN
GOOD CONDITION. When using an extension
cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry
the current your product wilt draw. An undersized
cord wilt cause a drop in line voltage resulting in
loss of power and overheating. A wire gage size
(A.W.G.) of at least 16 is recommended for an
extension cord 100 feet or less in length. A cord
exceeding 100 feet is not recommended. If in
doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the
gage number, the heavier the cord.
22. OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool
is used outdoors, use only extension cords suitable
for use outdoors. Outdoor approved cords are
marked with the suffix W-A, for example - SJTW-
A or SJOW-A.
23. NEVER USE THIS OR ANY POWER SANDER
FOR WET SANDING. Failure to comply can result
in electrical shock causing serious injury or worse.
24. KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM SANDING AREA.
25. NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
26. INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY and if
damaged, have repaired at your nearest Sears
Repair Center. Stay constantly aware of cord
location.
27. INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY
and replace if damaged.
28. KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE
FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean
cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids,
gasoline, petroleum-based products or any strong
solvents to clean your tool.
29. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and
use common sense. Do not operate tool when
you are tired. Do not rush.
30. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use
of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine 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 properly repaired or replaced by an
authorized service center unless indicated
elsewhere in this instruction manual.
31. DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT
TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches
replaced by an authorized service center.
32. INSPECT FOR and remove all nails from lumber
before sanding.
33. DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not
operate tool while under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or any medication.
34. WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL
CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS.
35. POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the riskofetectric
shock, this tool has 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 the proper
outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
36. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Review them
frequently and use them to instruct others who
may use this tool. If you loan someone this toot,
loan them these instructions also.
WARNING:
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Some ex-
amples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated
lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending
on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemicals: work in a welt
ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are spe-
cially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
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Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions.
It means attention!!! Your safety is involved.
INTRODUCTION
CONGRATULATIONS AND THANK YOU FOR BUYING
THIS CRAFTSMAN 6 INCH ELECTRIC SANDER/
POLISHER. tt has been designed, engineered and
manufactured to provide you with Sears high standard of
dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly
cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free
)erformance.
CAUTION:
Carefully read through this entire owner's manual before
using your new sander/polisher. Pay close attention to the
Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings and Cautions. If you
use this tool properly and only for what it is intended, you
will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN SANDER/POLISHER
If this Craftsman Sander/Polisher fails to give complete satisfaction within one year from the date of purchase,
RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE IN THE UNITED STATES and Sears will replace it, free of charge.
Ifthis Craftsman Sander/Polisher is used for commercial or rental purposes this warranty applies for only 90 days from
the date of purchase.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Size of Sanding Disc 6 Inches
Size of Polishing Bonnet 6 Inches
Horsepower 1/2
Rating 120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only, 4.5 AMPS
Spindle Size 1/2 Inch - 20 TPI
No Load Speed 1,400 / 1,650 RPM
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Your sander/polisher has many features for making your
sanding-polishing operations more pleasant and enjoyable.
Safety, performance and dependability have been given top
priority in the design of this tool making iteasy to maintain and
operate.
SPECIFICATIONS:
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Rules for Safe Operation ............................................................................ 2-3
2. Introduction and Product Specifications ........................................................ 4
3. Warranty and Table of Contents .................................................................... 4
4 Operation .................................................................................................... 5-9
5. Maintenance and Accessories ..................................................................... 10
6. Notes ............................................................................................................ 11
7. Exploded View and Parts List ................................................................. 12-13
8. Parts Ordering / Service .............................................................................. 14
WARNING:
The operation of any sander/polisher 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 shields and a full face shield
when needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or
standard safety glasses with side shields, available at Sears Retail Stores.
OPERATION
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating your sander/polisher. Failure to
do so could result in dust, shavings, loose particles or
foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, causing
possible serious injury.
Your sander/polisher is suitable for sanding with coarse,
medium, and fine grit sanding discs. When used with the
polishing bonnet supplied, it can also be used as a buffer or
polisher.
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE YOUR SANDER/
POLISHER, FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH ALL
OPERATING FEATURES AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS.
TWO SPEED SWITCH
See Figure I.
Your sander/polisher is equipped with a two speed switch
trigger located in the rear handle. To turn ON, depress switch
trigger. To turn OFF, release switch trigger. For low speed
sanding or polishing, depress switch trigger halfway. For high
speed sanding or polishing depress switch trigger all the way.
BE SURE SWITCH TRIGGER IS IN "OFF" POSITION
BEFORE CONNECTING TO POWER SUPPLY SOURCE.
WARNING:
If any parts are missing, do not operate this tool until the
missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result
in possible serious personal injury.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Your sander/polisher has a precision built electric motor. It
should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60
Hz, AC only (normal household current). Do not operate
this tool on direct current (DC). A voltage drop of more than
10 percent will cause a loss of power and the motor will
overheat. Ifyour tool does not operate when plugged into an
outlet, double-check the power supply.
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with your sander/polisher to make
you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a
second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.
POLISHING
BONNET SWITCHTRIGGER
AUXILIARYHANDLE
SPANNERWRENCH
SANDINGDISC
(NOTINCLUDED)
Fig. 1
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