Craftsman 315175501 Owner’s Manual

Operator's Manual

DETAIL BISCUIT JOINER Double Insulated

Model No.

315.175501

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• Safety

• Features

• Operation

_IL WARNING: 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: www.sears.comicraftsman

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• Maintenance

• Parts List

DETAILBISCUITJOINER315,175501

BUTTJOINTS

MITERJOINTS

T-JOINT

• Typical Applications ............................................................................................................................................ 2

• Warranty and Introduction ...................................................................................................................... 3

• General Safety Rules .................................................................................................................................... 4-5

• Specific Safety Rules ................................................................................................... 5

• Symbols ................................................................................................................................................. 6

• Product Specifications and Unpacking ............................................................................................................... 7

• Features ................................................................................................................. 8-9

• Adjustments ............................................................................................................................................... 10-11

• Operation .................................................................................................................................................... 12-17

• Maintenance ....................................................................................................... 18-20

• Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................... 21

• Exploded View and Repair Parts List ............................................................................ 22-23

• Parts Ordering / Service ......................................................................... 24

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN DETAIL BISCUIT JOINER ff this CRAFTSMA# Biscuit Joiner 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.

ff this ERnF'rsMnN Biscuit Joiner 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. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Your Biscuit Joiner has many features for making cutting operations more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this Biscuit Joiner, making it easy to maintain and operate.

Spline joinery is one of the strongest methods of joinery used in woodworking. When glue is properly applied to a spline and to the joint area of the wood pieces being connected, a large surface area receives the adhesion properties of the glue. This forms a very strong joint.

Traditional spline joinery requires cutting slots with a router or table saw. Small, thin strips of wood must then be cut to fit inside the slots and act as splines.

Newer methods of spline joinery use a plate or biscuit joiner to cut precise mating oval slots in adjoining boards. Your new Biscuit Joiner is a fast, simple, and accurate plunge cutting tool that can be used for this purpose. It can be used to cut slots in hardwood, softwood, plywood, particle board, and other pressed

woods.

CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire

operator's manual before using your new Biscuit Joiner. Pay close attention to the Rules For Safe Operation, Warnings and Cautions. If you use your Biscuit Joiner properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable

service.

Football shaped wafers, called biscuits, are then placed inside the slots with glue and used to help line

up adjoining surfaces. When a water based glue is used, the biscuits swell in the joint, making an ex-

tremely strong and firm bond. White glue, yellow glue, carpenters glue, hide glue, and aliphatic resin glue are

examples of water based glues. This bonding technique has traditionally been limited

to making edge-to-edge joints. However, with the use of your new Biscuit Joiner, biscuits can now be easily

used to connect butt, miter, and T-joints. Biscuit

joining can be as strong as mortise and tenon, tongue

and groove, standard spline, and doweled joints. In most cases the material around the biscuit will break

before the biscuit itself will break. A greater surface area is exposed to glue in a biscuit joint, making the

seams stronger.

_1 WARNING: Read and understand all instruc-

tions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious

personal injury.

SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS

Work Area

• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas inviteaccidents.

• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-

spheres, such as in the presence of flammable

liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools may create

sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while 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 polar- ized 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 refrigera- tors. There is an increased riskof 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, 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.

• Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. Awrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the toot 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.

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 accesso- ries, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety

measures reduce the risk of starting the toot 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 condi-

tion that may affect the tool's operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using.

Many accidents 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 toot, may become

hazardous when used on another tool.

Service • When servicing a tool, use only identical re-

• Tool service must be performed only by quail- placement parts. Follow instructions in the fled repair personnel. Service or maintenance Maintenance section of this manual. Use of

performed by unqualified personnel could result in unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance a risk of injury, injury.

• Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the tool may contact hidden wiring or its cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the toot "live" and

shock the operator.

Instructions may create a risk of electric shock or

Additional Rules For Safe Operation

• 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-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 dam- aged, have repaired at your nearest authorized

service center. 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 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 recep-

tacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges. Following this rule will reduce the risk of

electric shock or fire.

• Keep a firm grib on detail biscuit joiner with

both hands at all times.

• 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 serious personal injury.

• Drugs, alcohol, medication. Do not operate tool

while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication. Followingthisrulewill reduce the

risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.

• Save these instructions. Refer to them fre- quently 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

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.

power

Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols wilt allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION

V Volts Voltage

A Amperes Current

Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)

W Watt Power

min Minutes Time

Alternating Current Type or a characteristic of current

no No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load

F_ Class II Construction Designates double-insulated

construction tools

.../min Revolutions or Reciprocation Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,

orbits etc. per minute

Safety Alert Indicates danger, warning or caution.

,_ It means attention!!! Your safety is

involved.

Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp

locations.

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

3revention measures.

SYMBOL MEANING

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,_ DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always

,_ WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others.

follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

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 toyourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and

personal injury.

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NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

No Load Speed 19,000 RPM Input 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC

Amperes 3.5

Depth Of Cut

With Micro Depth Of Cut Adjustment 0 - 9/32 in.

Fence Angles Fence Height Adjustment

With Fence Angle Set On 90° With Fence Set On 45 °

Net Weight

45 ° and 90°

0 - 3/4 in.

5/16 in. - 13/16 in.

3.625 Ibs.

Your Biscuit Joiner has been shipped completely assembled and ready for use. Inspect it carefully to make sure no breakage or damage has occurred during shipping. If any parts are damaged or missing, contact your nearest Sears Retail Store to obtain replacement parts before attempting to operate Biscuit

Joiner.

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.

_k 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.

IMPORTANT

Servicing of a toot 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 toot to your nearest Sears Store for repair. Always use original factory replacement parts when servicing.

,_ Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means

attention!!! Your safety is involved.

WARNING:

The operation of any Biscuit Joiner 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. Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

YourDetailBiscuitJoinerhasbeendesignedfor makingfast,accurate,andsimpleplungecutsin

wood,etc.sothatbiscuitscanbeusedtojointwoor moreboardstogether.Whenusedproperlyandonly

forwhatitisintended,thisversatiletoolwillgiveyou yearsoftrouble-freeperformance.Itisprofessionally

engineered,butitseaseofoperationallowsthe amateurtoproducebeautifulandprecisework.

SWITCH ToturnyourBiscuitJoinerON,depresstheswitch

trigger.ReleaseswitchtriggertoturnyourBiscuit JoinerOFF.

MOTOR

Your Biscuit Joiner has a powerful motor with sufficient power to handle tough cutting jobs. It develops a no load speed of 19,000 RPM.

BLADE

Your Biscuit Joiner has a 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) 6 tooth blade for cutting biscuit slots.

BISCUITS

See Figure 1.

Biscuits are available in three standard sizes:

R1 (7/32 in. x 5/8 in.) R2 (9/32 in. x 3/4 in.) R3 (1/2 in. x 1 in.)

Note: Store biscuits in a dry place because they swell

rapidly upon contact with water-based woodworking glues.

R1=7/32in, x5/8in,

R2= 9/32 in,x 3/4 in.

REVERSIBLE FENCE FOR 45 ° AND 90°

CUTS

Your Biscuit Joiner has a reversible fence. By loosening the height adjustment knobs, the fence can be removed through key hole slots. Once removed, it can be rotated 180 ° changing the angle of cut from 90 ° to 45° or vice versa. The height of the fence at

90 ° can be set between 0 to 3/4 in. from the center of the blade. The height of the fence at 45° can be set

between 5/16 in. to 13/16 in. from the center of the blade.

The fence should always be used to guide and balance your Biscuit Joiner, providing ease of operation and maintaining safe control.

NONSKID BACKING PAD

The fence on your Biscuit Joiner is padded with a nonskid backing pad to hold it stationary against the workpiece. It helps prevent skidding when making cuts. It also prevents marring of the workpiece from

Biscuit Joiner when cutting.

INDICATOR MARKS

Centerline and line of cut indicator marks have been provided on your Biscuit Joiner. See Figure 2.

APPLICATIONS

(Use only for the purpose listed below)

• Cutting precise mating oval slots in hardwood, softwood, plywood, particle board, etc. for spline

joinery applications.

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB

A spring loaded depth adjustment knob makes it possible to make proper settings for three standard size biscuits. Fine adjustments to the cutting depth can be made with a knurled adjustment knob and jam nut located behind the depth adjustment knob. Once the correct depth setting has been made for one biscuit size, the other two depth settings will be automatically set.

R3= l/2in, x 1in,

,_ WARNING: Your Detail Biscuit Joiner should

never be connected to power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, assembling or removing blades, cleaning or when not in use. Disconnecting your Detail Biscuit Joiner will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury.

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