Owner's Manual
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1/3 SHEET SANDER
Double Insulated
Model Nos.
315.116310
315.116320
ModelNo.315.116310
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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
972000-506
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• Safety
• Features
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List (_o
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TABLE O_ CONTENTS
Is' General Safety Rules ................................................................................................................................................. 2-3
• SpecificSafety Rules/Symbols ............................................................................................................................... ..3-4
• Features ...................................................................................................................................................................... 5-6
• Assembly.................................................................................................................................................................... 7-9
• "Operation.................................................................................................................................................... ;.............9:;10
• Maintenance................................................................................................................................................................ 11
• Accessories................................................................................................................................................................. 11
• ExplodedView And Repair Parts List .................................................................................................................... 14-15
• PartsOrdering/ Service.............................................................................................................................................. 16
A WARNING: Read end understand all Instruc-
tions. Failure to follow all instructions listed
below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Work Area
• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Glut-
tered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools I_n explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep bystanders, children, and vleltore away
while operating • power tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
i Double Insulated tools are equipped with a
poladsed 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 atlll does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician to Install a
polarized outlet. Do not change the plug In
any way. Double insulation [] eliminates the
need for the three wire grounded power cord and
grounded power supply system.
• Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces
such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refdgera-
tore. There is an increased risk of electric shock
if your body is grounded.
• Don't expose power tools to rain or wet condi-
tions. Water entedng a power tool will increase
the dsk of electdc shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to
carry the tools or pull the plug from an outlet.
Keep cord away from heat, o11,sharp edges or
moving parts. Replace damaged cords Imme-
dlafely. Damaged cords increase the risk of
electdc shock.
• When operating a power tool outside, use an
outdoor extension cord marked "W-A" or "W".
These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce
the risk of electdc shock.
Personal Safety
• 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 Influ-
once of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair,
clothing, and gloves away from moving parts,
Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught
in moving parts.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch Is
off before plugging In. Carrying tools with your
finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have
the switch on invites accidents.
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• 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.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing end
balance at ell tlmee. Proper footing and balance
enables better control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes,
hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for
appropriate conditions.
Tool Use and Care
• Use clamps or other practlcel way to secure
end support the workplece to a stable plat-
form. Holding the work by hand or against your
body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
• Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for
your application. The correct tool will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it is de-
signed.
• Do not usa tool if switch does not turn It on or
(_)ff.Any tool that cannot be Controlled with the
S_'itch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect the plug from the power source
before meldng any edJuatments, changing
accessories, or atorlng the tool. Such preven-
tive safety measures redUce risk of starting the
tool accidentally.
• Store Idle tools out of reach of children end
other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous
in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain tools with care. Keep cuffing tools
sharp and clean. Pmpedy maintained tools, with :
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are
easier to control.
• Check for mlsallgnment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, and any other oondi-
tion that may affect the tools operstlon. If
damaged, have the tool serviced before using.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
tools.
• Use only accessodes that are recommended
by the manufacturer for your model. Accesso-
des that may be suitable for one tool, may be-
come hazardous when used on another tool.
SERVICE
• Tool service must be performed only by
qualified repair personnel. Service or mainte-
nance performed by unqualified personnel could
result in a risk of injury.
• When servicing • tool, usa only Identical
replacement parts. Follow Inatructlons In
Maintenance section of this manual. Use of
unauthodzed parts or failure to follow Mainte-
nance Instructions may create a risk of electric
shock or injury.
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SpecificSafetyRulesfor Sanders
• Never use this or any power sander for wet
sanding or liquid polishing. Failure to comply
will increase the risk of electrical shock.
Additional Rules for Safe Operstlon
• Know your power tool. Read operator's
manual carefully. Learn Its applications and
limitations, as well as the specific potential
hazards related to this tool. Following this rule
will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or
serious injury.
• Always wear safety glasses. Everyday eye-
glasses have only Impact-resiatant lenses;
they are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule
will reduce the risk of personal injury.
• Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask
if the operation Is dusty. Following this role will
reduce the risk of personal injury.
• Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation. Fo$$ow-
ing this rule will reduce the risk of personal injury.
• Inspect tool cords periodicelly and, If dam-
aged, have rspelrsd at your nearest Factory
Service Center or other Authorized Service
Organization. Constantly stay aware of cord
location. Following this rule will reduce the risk
of electric shock or fire.
• 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 In-
tended function. Check for alignment of mov-
Ing 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 progerly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service center.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious injury.
• Don't abuse cord. Never carry the tool by the
cord or yank It to disconnect It from the
receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil,
and sharp edges. Following this rule will reduce
the risk of electric shock or fire.
• 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 will draw. 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. An undersized cord will
cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating.
• Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber
before sanding. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of personal injury.
• Drugs, alcohol, medication. Do not operate tool
while under the Influence of drugs, alcohol, or
any medlcetlon. Following this rule wI!l reduce the
risk of electnc shock, fire, or personal injury.
• Savethese Inatructions. Refer tothem frequently
and use them to Instruct others who may use
this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan
them these Inatructlons also. This willreduce the
risk of fire, shock, and injury.
SYMBOLS •.
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency(cycles per second)
W Watt Power
min Minutes Time
AlternatingCurrent Type or a characteristicof current
no No LoadSpeed Rotationalspeed, at no load
[] Class II Construction Designates Double Insulated
.../min Revolutionsor ReciprocationPer Minute Revolutions,strokes,
_k Safety Alert Symbol Indicatesdanger, warningorcaution.
DEFINITIONS
A)
DANGER: Failureto obey a safety waming willresultin seriousinjuryto yourselfor toothers.
Alwaysfollowthe safetyprecautionstoreducethe riskoffire, electricshockand personalinjury.
B)
WARNING: Failuretoobey a safety warning can result inseriousinjurytoyourselfortoothers.
Alwaysfollowthe safetyprecautionsto reducethe riskoffire, electricshockandpersonalinjury.
C)
CAUTION: Failureto obey a safety waming may resultin propertydamage orpersonal injury
to yourselforto others.Alwaysfollow the safety precautionsto reducetherisk offire, electric
shockand personal injury.
Constructiontools
surfacespeed, orbitsetc. per minute
Itmeans attentionU!Your safety is
involved.
D)
NOTE: Advisesyou ofinformationorinstructionsvital tothe operationormaintenance of the
equipment.