Craftsman 315117120 Owner’s Manual

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

315.117120

CAUTION:

Read Rules for

Safe Operation

and All Instruc-

tions Carefully

612547-768

11-C0

CRAI:TSMAK

3 Inch
Belt Sander

Double Insulated

Warranty
Introduction

Operation
Maintenance

Repair Parts

Designed exclusivelyfor an_pl<t e_L_

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Esfate_,]L 6_9

®

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN BELT SANDER

Ifthis Craftsman Belt Sander fails to_grive complete sattsfaction withinone_ylear from the date of purchase, RETURN

IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE IN THE UNITED STATES, and _ears will repair it, free of charge.

Ifthis Craftsman Belt Sander is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty appliesfor only90 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

DOUBLE INSULATION is a concept in safety, in electric
power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three
wire grounded power cord and grounded supply system.

Wherever there is electric current in the tool there are two
complete sets of insulation toprotect the user. AllexpOSed

metal parts are isolated from iotemal metal motor compo-
nentswith protecting insulation.

GENERAL

Your Craftsman Belt Bender is suitable forcoarse, medium and fine sanding ofwood, metals,plastics and other materials. It

isideal when used for smoothing roughboards, chamfering, rounding edges and many other general Sandingapplications.
it isalso an excellent tool for removing paint, varnishes, and stains, its balanced design makes it easy to use.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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 technician,
For service we suggest you return the tool to your nearest
Sears Store for repair. Always use original factory replace-
ment parts when servicing.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL - Read owner's 7.
manual carefully. Learn its applications and limi-

tations as well as the specific potential hazards
related to this tool. 8.

2. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY
PREVENTING BODY CONTACT WITH 9.

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. 10.

5. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT, Don't
use power tool in damp or wet locations or ex-

pose to rain. Keep work area well 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. Page 2

STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use tools
should be stored in a dry, high or focked-up place

- out of the reach of children.
DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better

and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or at-

tachment to do the job of a heavy duty tool. Don't
use tool for purpose not intended - for example -

Don't use a circular saw for cutting tree limbs or

logs.

WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing
or jewelry to get caught in moving parts. Rubber
gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended

when working outdoors, Also, wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair and keep it from

being drawn into air vents.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

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 pro-

tection 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 sanding belts, at-
tachments, 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 iton,

20. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING, Don't carry

rlugged-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 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 to0 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

toot 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 re-
sult 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.

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26. INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY aed 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

ctoth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gaso-

line, petroleum-based products or any strong sol-
vents 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

wnl operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mount-

ing, 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 else-
where 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 be-

fore sanding.

33. DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not op-

erate tool while under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or any medication.

34, DO NOT USE THIS SANDER FOR OVERHEAD

SANDING. Overhead sanding coold result in drop-
ping sander or loss of control, These situations
could result in an accident resulting in possible
serious injuPJ.

35. WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL
CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS.

36, POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of elec-

tric 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.

37. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them

frequently and use to instruct others who may
use this tool. tf you loan someone this tool. loan
them these instructions also.

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR BELT SANDER
Before attempting to use your sander, familiarize yourselfwith all operatingfeatures and safety requirements. See Figure I.

Make sure power supply is 120 volts, 60 I_t, AC only (nOrmal household current).

TRACKING SCREW--_

REAR HANDLE

DRIVE ROLLER ASSEMBLY

PLATEN ASSEMBLY

(INCLUDES YOKE ASSEMBLY) *SANDING BELT

FRONT PULU= Fig. I

"LOCK'ON" BuI"rON

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SWITCH

TRIGGER

HANDLE