Craftsman 315.115042 User Manual

Owner's Manual

7 in. Disc Sander

Double Insulated

Model No. 315,115042

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^CAUTION: Read and follow all
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:
972000-897
www.sears.com/craftsman
• Table of Contents
• Introduction
• Safely
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents.......................................................................................................................................................2
Warranty and Introduction........................................................................................................................................2
Rules for Safe Operation.......................................................................................................................................3-4
Operation............................................................................................................................................................... 5-9
Accessories................................................................................................................................................................9
Maintenance............................................................................................................................................................. 10
Notes.........................................................................................................................................................................11
Exploded View and Parts List...........................................................................................................................12-13
Parts Ordering / Service..........................................................................................................................................14
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN DISC SANDER If this CRflFTSMfl N Disc Sar^der 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 repair it, free of charge. If this CRRFTSMflN Disc Sander 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
INTRODUCTION
Your Sander has many features for making your sanding operation more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety,
performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this tool making it easy to maintain
and operate.
^ CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire
owner's manual before using your new sender. 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.
Size of Sanding Disc 7 in. Size of Rubber Back-up Pad 3-1/2 in. Input 10 Amperes Rating 120 Volts, 60Hz, AC only Spindle Size 5/8 in.
No Load Speed 4,600 RPM
A Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It
means attention!!! Your safety is involved.
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 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. Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding, The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger, The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
SYMBOL
A
NOTE:
MEANING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself orto others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
WARNING: Failureto obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself orto others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to yourself orto others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.
Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
DOUBLE INSULATION
Double insulation is a concept in safety, in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from internal metal motor components with protecting Insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded.
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.
IMPORTANT
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge of the
system and should be performed only by a qualified
senrice technician. For service we suggest you return the tool to your nearest Sears store or repair center 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.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
■ KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL Read the owner's manual carefully. Learn the tool’s applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards rented to this tool.
■ GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by preventing body contact with grounded surfaces. For example: pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures,
■ KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
■ KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
■ DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not use power tools near gasoline or other flammable liquids, in damp or wet locations, or expose to tala Keep work area well lit.
■ 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.
■ STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry, high or locked-up place - out of reach of children.
■ DONT FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was Intended.
■ USE RIGHT TOOL. Dont force small tool or attachment
to do the job of a heavy duty tool. Don’t use tool for
purpose not intended - for example - don't use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs,
■ WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry that can get caught in the moving
parts and cause personal injury. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when working
oiXdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long
hair.
■ ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday
eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.
■ PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if
operation is dusty.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
■ PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation.
■ DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tooi by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacie. Keep cord from
heat, oii and sharp edges.
■ SECURE WORK. Use damps or a vise to hoid work,
it's safer than using your hand and к frees both hands
to operate tooi.
■ DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and baiance at aii times. Do not use on a iadderor unstable
support.
■ MAINTAIN TOOLS WVTH CARE. Keep tools Sharp and
clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
■ DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use. before servicing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected from power supply.
■ REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjuring wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
■ MAKE SURE YOUR EXTENSION CORD IS IN GOOD CONDITION. When using an extension cord, be sure to
use one heavy enough to cany the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will 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.
■ OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for use outdoors and so marked. Outdoor approved cords are marked with the suffix W-Л for example - SJTW-A
or SJOW-A.
■ NEVER USE THIS OR ANY POWER SANDER FOR WET SANDING. Failure to comply can result in
electrical shock causing serious injury or worse.
■ KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM SANDING AREA.
■ INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY and if
damaged, have repaired at an authorized service
center. Stay constantly aware of cord location.
■ 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 instnjction manual.
NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and replace if damaged, STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use
common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired.
Do not rush.
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. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Don't carry tool with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in,
DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT
ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an
authorized service eerier.
INSPECT FOR and remove all nails from lumber before
DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not operate
tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any
medication.
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL
CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS,
POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of electric
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Review them
frequently and use them to instruct others who may use
this tool. If you loan someone this tool, 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 examples 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 well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATION
WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating your
Sander. Failure to do so could result in dust, shavings, loose particles or foreign objects being
thrown into your eyes, causing possible serious
injury.
KNOW YOUR SANDER
See Figure 1.
Before attempting to use your sander, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements. Your sander is suitable for sanding with coarse, medium,
and fine grit sanding discs.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Your sander has a precision built electric motor, It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60Hz,
AC only (nonmal 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. If your tool does not operate when plugged
into an outlet, double-check the power supply.
^ WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with your
sander to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to Inflict severe injury.
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