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Operator's Manual
CRAFTSMAN
ROUTER
Double Insulated
Model No.
315.175341
Save this manual for future reference
^ 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., 3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
Visit the Craftsman Web page;
983000-435
6-04
www.sears.com/craftsman
US
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warranty................................................................................................................................................................................................. 2
General Safety Rules.............................................................................................................................................................................^
Specific Safety Rules............................................................................................................................................................................4
Symbols...............................................................................................................................................................................................
Electrical.................................................................................................................................................................................................^
Features.................................................................................................................................................................................................S
Unpacking..............................................................................................................................................................................................^
Operation.........................................................................................................................................................................................10-18
Maintenance.........................................................................................................................................................................................19
Accessories..........................................................................................................................................................................................99
Exploded View and Repair Parts List.......................................................................................................................................... 22-23
Customer Service Information...........................................................................................................................................................24
WARRANTY
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CROFTSMflN ROUTER
If this CRAFTSMAN tool 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 CRAFTSMAN tool 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
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
A WARNING: Read and understand all instruc
tions. Failure to follow all instructions listed be
low, may result in electric shock, fire and/or seri
ous personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA
■ Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and dark areas invite accidents.
■ Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo
spheres, 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 visitors away
white operating a power tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
■ 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. Double insula
tion |g] eliminates the need tor the three-wire
grounded power cord and grounded power supply
system.
■ 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.
■ Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet condi
tions. Water entering a power tool will increase the
risk of electric 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, oil, sharp edges, or
moving parts. Replace damaged cords immedi
ately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric
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 electric 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 influence 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, cloth
ing, 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.
■ 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 and
balance at all times. Proper footing and balance
enables better control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
■ Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protec
tion. Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection must be used for appropriate
conditions.
■ Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain
long hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be
drawn into air vents.
■ Do not use on a ladder or unstable support.
Stable footing on a solid surface enables better
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
TOOL USE AND CARE
■ Use clamps or other practical way 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.
■ 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 designed.
■ Do not use tool If switch does not turn it on or
off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch
is dangerous and must be repaired.
■ Disconnect the plug from power source before
making any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing the tool. Such preventive safety mea
sures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
■ Store idle tools out of the reach of children and
other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in
the hands of untrained users.
■ 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.
■ 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 acci
dents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
■ Use only accessories that are recommended by
the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that
may be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous
when used on another tool.
■ Keep the tool and its handle dry, clean and free
from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when
cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleumbased products, or any strong solvents to clean your
tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of
control and deterioration of the enclosure plastic.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
SERVICE
■ Tool service must be performed only by qualified
repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of
injury.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
■ Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when
performing an operation where the cutting tooi
may contact hidden wiring or its cord. Contact
with a “live” wire will make exposed metal parts of
the tool “live” and shock the operator.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
■ Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations,
as well as the specific potential hazards related
to this toot. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
■ Always wear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses
have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT
safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of serious personal injury.
■ Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if
the operation is dusty. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
■ Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
■ Inspect tool cords periodically and, if damaged,
have repaired at your nearest Authorized Service
Center. Constantiy stay aware of cord iocation.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock or fire.
■ Never attempt to use the router motor without
first installing it in the fixed base (Model No.
315.175310), D-handie base (Model No.
315.175300), or plunge base (Model No.
315.175320).
■ Check damaged parts. Before further use of the
tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
shouid be carefully checked to determine that it
wiii operate properiy and perform its intended
When servicing a tooi, use only identicai replace
ment parts. Follow instructions in the Mainte
nance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized
parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions
may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
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. Following this rule
will reduce the risk of shock, fire, or serious injury.
Do not abuse cord. Never carry the tool by the
cord or yank it to disconnect it from the receptacie. 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 condi
tion. When using an extension cord, be sure to
use one heavy enough to carry the current your
product wiii draw. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at
least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 50
feet or less in iength. 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 using this tool. Following this rule will reduce
the risk of serious personal injury.
Drugs, alcohol, medication. Do not operate tool
while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
any medication. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
I Save these instructions. Refer to 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.
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SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this toot. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpre
tation of these symbols will allow you to operate the toot better and safer.
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
V Volts
A
Hz
W
min
"o
.../min
Amperes
Hertz
Watt
Minutes
Alternating Current
Direct Current
No Load Speed
Class !l Construction
Per Minute
Wet Conditions Alert
Voltage
Current
Frequency (cycles per second)
Power
Time
Type of current
Type or a characteristic of current
Rotational speed, at no load
Double-insulated construction
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
0
A
Read The Operator’s Manual
Eye Protection
Safety Alert
No Hands Symbol
No Hands Symbol
No Hands Symbol
No Hands Symbol
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and under
stand the operator’s manual before using this product.
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields and a full face shield when operating this product.
Precautions that involve your safety.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious persona! injury.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.
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SYMBOLS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with
this product.
SYMBOL
A
A
A
MEANING
DANGER:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may re
sult in minor or moderate injury.
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in prop
erty damage.
SERVICE
Servicing requires extreme care and knowiedge and should
be performed only by a qualified service technician. For
service we suggest you return the product to your nearest
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When
servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
WARNING: Observe all normal safety
precautions related to avoiding electrical shock.
WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, do
not attempt to use this product until you read
thoroughly and understand completely the
operator’s manual. Save this operator's manual
and review frequently for continuing safe operation
and instructing others who may use this product.
A WARNING:
©
The operation of any tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in
severe eye damage. Before beginning 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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ELECTRICAL
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 the 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 norma! safety precautions to avoid electrical
shock.
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 authorized service center for repair.
When servicing, use only identical Craftsman
replacement parts.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
The router 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 substantial
voltage drop 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.
EXTENSION CORDS
When using a power tool at a considerable distance
from a power source, be sure to use an extension cord
that has the capacity to handle the current the tool will
draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line
voltage, resulting in overheating and loss of power. Use
the chart to determine the minimum wire size required
in an extension cord. Only round jacketed cords listed
by Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL) should be used.
When working outdoors with a tool, use an extension
cord that is designed for outside use. This type of cord
is designated with “WA” on the cord’s jacket.
Before using any extension cord, inspect it for loose or
exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.
'‘"Ampere rating (on tool faceplate)
Cord Length
25'
0-2.D 2.1-3.A 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0
16 16 16
50' 16
100'
**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.
16 16
Wire Size (A.W.G.)
16 16
14 12 10 —
16 14
14 14 12
12.M6.0
CAUTION: Keep the extension cords clear of the
working area. Position the cord so that it wili not
get caught on lumber, tools, or other obstructions
while you are working with a power tool. Failure to
do so can result in serious persona! injury.
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WARNING: Check extension cords before each
use. If damaged replace immediately. Never use
tool with a damaged cord since touching the
damaged area could cause electrical shock
resulting in serious injury.
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FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Depth of Cut (Fixed Base & D-handle Base) 1-1/2 in
Depth of Plunge (Piunge Base).........................................................................................................................................................2 in.
Collet.....................................................................................................................................................................................................1/4 in
Horsepower.............................................................................................................................................................................................2
Rating............................................................................................................................120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only, 9.5 Amperes
No Load Speed....................................................................................................................................................................25,000/min
Power Cord............................................................................................................................................................................................10 ft-
Net Weight...........................................................................................................................................................................5 lbs. 6 oz.
KNOW YOUR ROUTER
Before attempting to use this product, familiarize
yourself with all operating features and safety rules.
Your new router motor is equipped with the following
features. See Figure 1.
SWITCH
The router has a conveniently located toggle switch.
MOTOR
HOUSING
SPINDLE LOCK
The spindle lock secures the spindle while you make
adjustments and acts as a retainer to keep the router
body from coming out of the base.
SWITCH
GOLD SPINDLE
LOCK BUTTON
Fig. 1
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UNPACKING
INSTRUCTIONS
■ Carefully remove the tool and the accessories from
the box.
■ Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are
included.
■ Inspect the tool carefully to be sure no breakage or
damage occurred during shipping.
■ Do not discard the packing material until you have
carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the
tool.
■ If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-932-3188 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
Router Motor
Wrench
Operator’s Manual
A WARNING: If any parts are missing, do not
***■ operate your tool until the missing parts are
replaced. Failure to do so could result in serious
personal injury,
WARNING: The router should never be connected
to a power supply when you are assembling parts,
making adjustments, cleaning, performing
maintenance, or when the tool is not in use.
Disconnecting the tool prevents accidental starting
that could cause serious injury.
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OPERATION
^ WARNING: Never connect the router to power
supply when you are assembling parts, making
adjustments, installing or removing cutters, or
when not in use. Disconnecting the router prevents
accidental starting that could cause serious injury.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE ROUTER
BASE
TO SWITCH FROM THE FIXED BASE OR D-HANDLE
BASE TO THE PLUNGE BASE
See Figures 2 and 3.
TO REMOVE THE FIXED OR D-HANDLE BASE:
1. Unplug the router,
^ WARNING: Failure to unplug the tool could result
in accidental starting causing serious.
2. Place the router upside down with the Craftsman
labei away from you.
3. Loosen the locking arm on the base.
4. Depress and hold the gold spindle lock button. The
gold spindle lock button will not depress fully unless
it is in line with the hole in the collet.
5. if the gold spindle lock button does not depress fully, turn
the collet nut while depressing the gold spindle lock
button. As they align, the gold spindle lock button will
depress fully.
6. Turn the depth adjusting ring counterclockwise until
the motor is to its highest position. NOTE: As the
motor is rising, the gold spindle lock button has to
be depressed until it clears the rear window.
7. Align the indicator arrow on the depth adjustment
ring with the indicator point on the base.
8. Pull the base until it dislodges from the motor
housing.
TO INSTALL THE PLUNGE BASE
1. Unplug the router.
2. Place the plunge base on a flat surface.
3. Loosen the locking knob.
4. Align the groove in the motor housing with the rib
inside the base. NOTE: The rib is located on the
inside of the base in line with the handle.
5. Depress and hold the gold spindle lock button.
6. Slide the motor housing into the base.
7. Tighten the locking knob.
^ CAUTION: Do not tighten the locking knob without
the motor installed in the base. Failure to heed this
caution may result in permanent damage to the
locking mechanism.
GROOVE IN
MOTOR
HOUSING
RIB INSIDE
THE BASE
Fig.3
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OPERATION
TO SWITCH FROM PLUNGE BASE TO FIXED BASE
OR D-HANDLE BASE
See Figures 4, 5. and 6.
TO REMOVE THE PLUNGE BASE
1. Unplug the router.
^ WARNING: Failure to unplug the tool could result
in accidental starting causing serious injury.
2. Place the router on a flat surface.
3. Loosen the locking knob.
4. Depress and hold the gold spindle lock button. The
gold spindle lock button will not depress fully unless
it is in line with the hole in the collet.
5. If the gold spindle lock button does not depress
fully, turn the collet nut while depressing the gold
spindle lock button. As they align, the gold spindle
lock button will depress fully.
6. Remove the motor housing from the plunge base.
NOTE: As the motor is being removed from the
base, the gold spindle lock button has to be de
pressed until it clears the opening beneath the
base.
LOCKING
KNOB
TO INSTALL THE FIXED OR D-HANDLE BASE
1. Unplug the router.
2. Place the fixed or D-handle base on a flat surface,
3. Loosen the locking arm,
4. Align the indicator arrow on the depth adjustment
ring with the indicator point on the base.
5. Align the groove in the motor housing with the tab
inside of the base. NOTE: The tab is located on the
inside of the base in line with the handle.
6. Depress and hold the gold spindle lock button on
the motor.
7. Slide the motor housing into the base.
8. Turn the depth adjusting ring counterclockwise until
the gold spindle lock snaps out as it clears the rear
window, just below the locking arm.
9. Tighten the locking arm.
GROOVE IN
MOTOR
HOUSING
GOLD
SPINDLE LOCK
BUTTON
Fig. 4
DEPTH
ADJUSTMENT
RING
TAB INSIDE THE
BASE
Fig. 5
INDICATOR
ARROW
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OPERATION
REMOVING/INSERTING CUTTERS
See Figure 7.
Follow these steps to remove or insert cutters.
1. Unplug the router.
^ WARNING: Failure to unplug the tool could result
in serious injury due to accidental starting.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the spindle or
spindle lock, always allow motor to come to a
complete stop before engaging the spindle lock.
2. Lay the router down on a workbench in order to
gain easy access to collet nut.
3. Depress and hold the spindle lock button.
4. Loosen the collet nut by turning it counterclockwise
with the wrench provided.
^ WARNING: If you are changing a cutter
immediately after use, be careful not to touch the
cutter or collet with your hands or fingers. Always
use the wrench provided.
TO
LOOSEN
5. Choose one of these options:
■ To remove the cutter: Remove the cutter from the
collet.
■ T o insert the cu tter:
a) Insert the shank of the cutter until the shank
bottoms out, then pull it out 1/16 in. {1.6 mm)
to allow for expansion when the bit gets hot.
b) Tighten the collet nut securely by turning it
clockwise with the wrench provided.
c) Release the spindle lock button.
^ WARNING; If the collet nut is not securely
tightened, the cutter may detach during use
causing serious personal injury.
^ WARNING: Do not use cutters with undersized
shanks. Undersized shanks will not tighten properly
and could be thrown from the tool causing injury.
^ WARNING: Do not use cutters that are larger in
diameter than the opening in router base. Use of
such cutters will come in contact with the router
base and damage both the cutter and router base.
This situation could also cause possible loss of
control or create other hazardous conditions that
could cause possible serious personal injury.
SPINDLE
LOCK
BUTTON
Fig. 7
ADJUSTING DEPTH OF CUT
Proper depth of cut depends on several factors: the
horsepower of the router motor, the type of cutter, and
the type of wood. A lightweight, low horsepower router is
designed for making shallow cuts. A router with a high
horsepower rating can safely cut deeper. Small cutters,
such as vetning bits with 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) cutting
diameters, are designed to remove only small amounts
of wood. Large cutters, such as straight-flute bits, are
made to remove larger amounts of wood. You can make
deeper cuts in soft woods, such as white pine, than in
hardwoods, like oak or maple.
Based on these considerations, choose a depth of cut
that will not place excessive strain on the router motor. If
you find that extra force is needed or that the motor
speed slows down considerably, turn off the router and
reduce the depth of cut. Then, make the cut in two or
more passes.
When routing a groove that is too deep to safely cut in
one pass, it is best to make the cut in severai passes.
We recommend that cuts be made at a depth not
exceeding 1/8 in. (3.2 mm) and that several passes be
made to reach deeper cuts.
Adjusting the depth of cut for the plunge router is
different from adjusting the depth of cut for the fixed
router.
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OPERATION
TO ADJUST DEPTH OF CUT FOR PLUNGE BASE
ROUTERS
See Figures 8, 9, 10 and 11.
Follow these steps to adjust depth of cut for plunge
base routers.
1. Unplug the router.
^ WARNING: Failure to unplug the tool could result
in serious injury due to accidental starting.
2.
Place the router on a flat surface.
Loosen the stop bar knob.
3.
4.
Unlock the plunge lock lever.
Plunge the router until the tip of the cutter touches
5.
CUHER
Fig. 9
DEPTH
INDICATOR
6. Lock the plunge lock lever.
7. Move the stop bar down so that it touches the depth
stop.
8. Tighten the stop bar knob securely.
9. Set the depth indicator to zero.
10. Loosen the stop bar knob.
11. Set the depth indicator to the desired depth of cut.
Note: Each mark on the scale indicates 1/16 in.
(1.6 mm).
12. Tighten the stop bar knob securely.
13. Unlock the plunge lock lever.
14. Position the router so that the cutter can extend
below the subbase for desired depth of cut.
Fig. 10
15. Plunge the router until the stop bar touches the
depth stop.
16. Lock the plunge lock lever to position the cutter at
the desired depth of cut.
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Fig. 11
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OPERATION
TO ADJUST DEPTH OF CUT FOR FIXED BASE
ROUTERS
See Figures 12, 13, an d 1 4.
Follow these steps to adjust depth of cut for fixed base
routers,
1. Unplug the router.
^ WARNING: Failure to unplug the too! could result
in serious injury due to accidental starting.
Place the router on a flat surface.
2.
Loosen the locking arm.
3.
Turn the depth adjustment ring counterclockwise
4.
until the tip of the cutter touches the flat surface.
Turn the depth indicator ring until the zero lines up
5.
with the indicator point on the base.
Position the router so that the cutter can extend
6,
below the subbase for desired depth of cut.
Turn the depth adjustment ring to obtain the desired
7.
depth of cut.
INDICATOR
POINT
8. Tighten the locking arm securely.
Fig. 13
Note: To adjust the depth of cut when the router is
mounted to a router table, turn the depth adjustment
ring until the cutter reaches the desired depth of cut.
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Fig. 14
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OPERATION
A WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when operating this tool.
Failure to do so could result in dust, shavings,
chips, or loose particles being thrown in your eyes
resulting in possible serious injury. If the operation
is dusty, also wear a face or dust mask.
^ WARNING: Never attempt to use the router
motor without first installing it in one of the
approved bases. Failure to heed this warning could
result in personal injury and damage to the motor.
TURNING ON/OFF THE ROUTER
See Figure 15. '
■ To turn o n the rouferToggle the switch to the I position.
■ To turn off th e router: Toggle the switch to the O
position.
OPERATING THE ROUTER
See Figures 16 and 17 .
Follow these steps to operate the router.
1. Unplug the router.
Fig. 15
^ WARNING: Failure to unplug the tool could result
In serious injury due to accidental starting.
2. Tighten securely the cutter in the collet nut. Refer
to REMOVING/INSERTING CUTTERS earlier in
this manual.
3. Set the desired depth of cut. Refer to ADJUSTING
DEPTH OF CUT earlier in this manual.
4. Secure the workpiece.
5. Plug the router Into a power source.
6. Hold the router firmly with both hands.
7. Turn on the router and let the motor build to its full
speed.
8. Feed the cutter slowly into the workpiece.
Note: Do not let the cutter contact the workpiece
before starting the router and allowing it to develop
full speed.
9. Turn off the router upon completion of cut, and let
the motor come to a complete stop before removing
the router from the workpiece.
WARNING: Never place the router down on a
work surface before the cutter stops.
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OPERATION
FEEDING THE ROUTER
The “secret” of professional routing lies in making a
careful set-up for the cut and in selecting the proper
rate of feed.
DIRECTION (EXTERNAL)
See Figure 18.
When routing, the cutter rotates clockwise. Therefore,
you should feed the router into the workpiece from left
to right. When you feed the router from left to right, the
rotation of the cutter pulls the router against the
workpiece. If you feed the router in the opposite
direction, the rotational forces of the spinning bit tend to
throw the router away from the workpiece. This action
could cause you to lose control of the router.
The router motor and bit revolve in a clockwise
direction. This gives the tool a slight tendency to twist in
a counterclockwise direction, especially when the motor
revs up.
Because of the extremely high speed of bit rotation
during a proper feeding operation, there is very little
kickback under normal conditions. However, if the bit
strikes a knot, hard grain, or foreign object that affects
the normai progress of the cutting action, there wili be a
slight kickback. This kickback is sufficient to spoil the
true ness of your cut if you are not prepared. Such a
kickback is always in the direction opposite the direction
of bit rotation.
To guard against such a kickback, plan your setup and
direction of feed so that you will always be thrusting the
tool—to hold it against whatever you are using to guide
the cut—in the same direction that the leading edge of
the bit is moving. In short, the thrust should be in a
direction that keeps the sharp edges of the bit
continuously biting straight into new (uncut) wood.
DIRECTION (INTERNAL)
See Figure 19.
Whenever you are routing a groove, your travel should
be in a direction that places whatever guide you are
using at the right-hand side. That is, when the guide is
positioned as shown in the first part of the figure, tool
travel should be from left to right and counterclockwise
around curves. When the guide is positioned as shown
in the second part of the figure, tool travel should be
from right to left and clockwise around curves. If there is
a choice, the first setup is generally the easier to use. In
either case, the sideways thrust you use is against the
guide.
FEED
GUIDE INSIDE
GUIDE
THRUST
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OPERATION
RATE OF FEED
The proper rate of feed depends on several factors: the
hardness and moisture content of the wood, the depth
of cut, and the cutting diameter of the bit. When cutting
shallow grooves in soft woods such as pine, you may
use a faster rate of feed. When making deep cuts in
hardwoods such as oak, you should use a slower rate of
feed.
The best rate of feed is one that does not slow down the
router motor more than one-third of its no load speed. If
you feed the router too fast, it will take large chips out of
the wood and leave gouge marks. If you feed the router
too slowly, it will scorch or burn the wood.
Feedin g T oo Fast
See Figure 20.
Clean, smooth routing and edge shaping can be done
only when the bit is revolving at a relatively high speed
and is taking very small bites to produce tiny, cleanly
severed chips. If you force the router to move fonward
too fast, the RPM of the bit becomes slower than normal
in relation to its forward movement. As a result, the bit
must take bigger bites as it revolves. Bigger bites mean
bigger chips and a rougher finish. Also, because bigger
bites require more power, the router motor may become
overloaded.
Under extreme force-feeding conditions, the relative
RPM of the bit can become so slow—and the bites it
has to take so large—^that chips will be partially knocked
off (rather than fully cut off). This causes splintering and
gouging of the workpiece.
The router is an extremely high-speed tool, and will
make clean, smooth cuts if allowed to run freely without
the overload of a forced feed. You can always delect
force feeding by the sound of the motor. Its high-pitched
whine will sound lower and stronger as it loses speed.
Also, the strain of holding the tool will be noticeably
increased.
Feedin g T oo S low
See Figure 21.
It is also possible to spoil a cut by moving the router
forward too siowly. When you advance the router into
the work too slowly, the revolving bit does not dig into
new wood fast enough to take a bite; instead, it merely
scrapes away sawdust-like particles. Scraping produces
heat, which can glaze, burn, or mar the cut and in
extreme cases, can even overheat the bit,destroying
its hardness.
In addition, when the bit is scraping instead of cutting, it
is more difficult to control the router. With practically no
load on the motor, the bit revolves at close to top RPM,
and has a much greater than normal tendency to
bounce off the sides of the cut (especially if the wood
has a pronounced grain with hard and soft areas). As a
result, the cut produced may have rippled, instead of
straight, sides.
Feeding too slow can also cause the router to take off
in a wrong direction from the intended line of cut.
Always grasp and hold the router firmly with both hands
when routing.
You can detect when you are feeding the router too
slowly by the runaway, high-pitched sound of the motor
or by feeling the wiggle of the bit in the cut.
Fig. 21
TOO FAST
Fig. 20
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OPERATION
DEPTH OF CUT
See Figure 22.
As previously mentioned, the depth of cut is important
because it affects the rate of feed that, in turn, affects
the quaiity of the cut (and, also, the possibility of
damage to the router motor and bit). A deep cut
requires a slower feed than a shallow one, A cut that is
too deep causes you to slow the feed so much that the
bit no longer cuts; instead it scrapes.
Making a deep cut is never advisable. The smaller
bits—especially those only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) in
diameter—are easily broken off when subjected to too
much side thrust, A large enough bit may not be broken,
but if the cut is too deep a rough cut wiil result—and it
may be very difficult to guide and control the bit as
desired. For these reasons, we recommend that you do
not exceed 1/8 in. depth of cut in a single pass,
regardless of the bit size or the softness or condition of
the workpiece.
Therefore, to make deeper cuts, make many successive
passes, lowering the bit 1/8 in, for each new pass. In
order to save time, do all the cutting necessary at one
depth setting before lowering the bit tor the next pass.
This also assures a uniform depth when you complete
the final pass.
DEPTH
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MAINTENANCE
^ WARNING: When servicing, use only identical
Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other
part may create a hazard or cause product
damage.
GENERAL
Only the parts shown on the parts list, are intended to
be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts
represent an important part of the double insulation
system and should be serviced only by a qualified
Sears service technician.
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types
of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their
use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, carbon dust, etc.
WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids,
gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating
oils, etc. come in contact with plastic parts. They
contain chemicals that can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic.
Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard,
spackling compounds, or plaster are subject to
accelerated wear and possible premature failure
because the fiberglass chips and grindings are highly
abrasive to bearings, brushes, commutators, etc.
Consequently, we do not recommend using this toot for
extended work on these types of materials. However, if
you do work with any of these materials, it is extremely
important to clean the tool using compressed air.
^ WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields during power tool
operation or when blowing dust, if an operation is
dusty, also wear a dust mask. Failure to do so
could result in possible serious injury.
CUTTERS
Get faster more accurate cutting results by keeping
cutters clean and sharp. Remove all accumulated pitch
and gum from cutters after each use.
When sharpening cutters, sharpen only the inside of the
cutting edge. Never grind the outside diameter. Be sure
when sharpening the end of a cutter to grind the
clearance angle the same as originally ground.
COLLET
From time to time, it also becomes necessary to clean
your collet and collet nut. To do so, simply remove
collet nut from collet and clean the dust and chips that
have collected. Then return collet nut to its original
position.
ADJUSTING LOCKING ARM TENSION
Over time and with repeated use, the locking arm may
become loose. When this occurs, tighten the elastic
stop nut slightly. The elastic stop nut should be loose
enough so there is some play in the locking arm when it
is in the open position. Make sure the motor housing
does not move up or down when clamped.
NOTE: Do not over tighten the elastic stop nut. The
locking arm should clamp tightly to secure the motor
housing.
If the locking arm becomes worn beyond adjustment, a
repair kit is available. Please contact your service
center to order the appropriate router locking arm repair
kit.
LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a
sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of
the unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore,
no further lubrication is required.
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THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ARE
' CURRENTLY AVAILABLE AT SEARS RETAIL STORES.
Dovetail Template
Butt Hinge Template
Multi-Purpose Router Guide
ACCESSORIES
Rout-A-Form Pantograph
Template Set
Template Guide Bushing
COMBI
NATION
PANEL
CUHER
VEINING
BIT
STRAIGHT
FACE
BIT
V-GROOVE
CHAMFER
COMBI
NATION
STRAIGHT,
BEVEL
CUTTER
HINGE
MORTISING
BIT
DOVETAIL
CUTTER
BITS
RABBET
BIT
U1
OGEE,
ROMAN 0
SP
COVE
BIT,
45°
CHAMFER
BIT
CD
sX
FOR CARBIDE TIPPED EDGE FORMING BITS
* 25895 FOR CARBIDE TIPPED EDGE FORMING BITS
2589 FOR HIGH SPEED STEEL EDGE FORMING BITS
A WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed above might be hazardous,
ROUTER TABLES
With a router table your router is converted into a high
speed shaper.
BEAD
QUARTER-
ROUND
BIT
ARBOR
WITH BALL
BEARINGS
2589
WITH 2
BALL
BEARINGS
(1/2 in. &
5/8 in.)
*25895
^ WARNING: Only use router tables with proper
guarding for the cutter and with "on board" switch
controlled receptacles (Part No. 9-25188). Failure to
use router tables with appropriate safety features
could result in serious personal injury.
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NOTES
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CRAFTSMAN ROUTER MOTOR - MODEL NUMBER 315.175341
SEE NOTE
Note: The assembly shown represents an Important part of the double insulated system. To avoid the
possibility of alteration or damage to the system, service shouid be performed by your nearest
Sears repair center. Contact your nearest Sears retail store for service center information.
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CRAFTSMAN ROUTER MOTOR - MODEL NUMBER 315.175341
The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model
number in alt correspondence regarding your ROUTER MOTOR or when ordering repair parts.
SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS
PARTS LIST
Key Part
No. No.
Description Qty.
1
2
3
4
5
6
690141001
671457001
671245001
690190001
940301011
671250001
983000-435
Shaft Lock Spring.....................................................................................................................1
Shaft Lock Pin...........................................................................................................................1
E-Ring "STD581018..................................................................................................................1
Collet Nut...................................................................................................................................1
Data Plate...................................................................................................................................1
Wrench.......................................................................................................................................1
Operator's Manual.....................................................................................................................1
Standard Hardware Item - May Be Purchased Locally
** Available from Div. 98 - Source 980.00
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