Craftsman 315.252220 Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual
II:RRFTSMRN I
76 mm (3 in.) DUSTLESS
BELT SANDER
Double Insulated
Stock No.
925222
Model No.
315.252220
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future reference
_, CAUTION: Read and follow
all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before first use of
this product.
Customer Help Line:
1-877-369-8665
Sold by: Sears Canada Inc., Toronto M5B 2B8
Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman
972000-537
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• Safety
• Features
• Adjustments
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
Printed in USA
• TableOfContents..........................................................................................................................................2
• WarrantyandIntroduction..............................................................................................................................2
• RulesForSafeOperation...........................................................................................................................3-5
• ProductSpecifications,Unpacking,andAccessories....................................................................................5
• Features.........................................................................................................................................................6
• Adjustments.................................................................................................................................................7-9
• Operation.................................................................................................................................................10-11
• Maintenance............................................................................................................................................12-15
• ExplodedViewandRepairPartsList......................................................................................................16-17
• PartsOrdering/ Service ............................................................................................................................... 18
FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TOOL
If this rRRFTSMRN Tool fails to operate within two years from the date of purchase, return it to the nearest
Sears Canada Inc. ("Sears") store and "Sears" will repair it, free of charge.
If this tool is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of
purchase.
This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty.
Sears, Canada Inc., Toronto M5B 2B8
Your belt sander has many features for making
sanding operations more pleasant and enjoyable.
Safety, performance and dependability have been
given top priority in the design of this sander making it
easy to maintain and operate.
GENERAL
Your Craftsman Belt Sander is suitable for coarse, medium and fine sanding of wood, metals, plastics, and other
materials, tt is ideal when used for smoothing rough boards, chamfering, rounding edges and many other
general sanding applications. It is also an excellent tool for removing paint, varnishes, and stains. Its balanced
design makes it easy to use.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!! Your
safety is involved.
_lb CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire
owner's manual before using your new belt
sander. Pay close attention to the Rules For Safe
Operation, Warnings and Cautions. If you use
your belt sander properly and only for what it is
intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable
service.
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 MEANING
A
A
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NOTE:
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.
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 or to others.
Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to 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 or to 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.
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 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 owner's
manual carefully. Learn its applications and
limitations as well as the specific potential
hazards related 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.
• AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't
use power tools in damp or wet locations or
expose to rain. 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 and high or locked-up
place - out of the reach of children.
DON'T FORCE TOOL. tt will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or
attachment to do the job of a heavy duty tool.
Don't use tool for purpose not intended - for
example - A circular saw should never be used
for cutting tree limbs or logs.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry that can get caught in tool's
moving parts and cause personal injury. Rubber
gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair and keep it from
being drawn into nearby air vents.
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 the operation is dusty.
PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing
protection during extended periods of operation.
DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord
or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep
cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold
work. It's safer than using your hand and it frees
both hands to operate tool.
DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Do not use while standing
on a ladder or unstable support. Secure tools
when working at elevated positions.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools
sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before
servicing, or when changing or adjusting sanding
belt, 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 adjusting wrenches are removed from
tool before turning it on.
AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Don't carry
plugged-in tool with finger on switch. Be sure
switch is offwhen plugging in.
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 14 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
suitable for use outdoors. Outdoor approved
cords are marked with the suffix W-A, for ex-
ample - 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.
NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO-
SPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could
ignite fumes.
INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY and if
damaged, have repaired at your nearest Sears
Repair Center. Stay constantly aware of cord
location and keep it well away from the sanding
area.
INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODI-
CALLY and replace if damaged.
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.
STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL.
Watch what you are doing and use common
sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired.
Do not rush.
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 re-
placed by an authorized service center.
DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT
TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches
replaced by an authorized service center.
INSPECT FOR and remove all nails from lumber
before sanding.
DO NOT operate this tool while under the
influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.
DO NOT USE THIS SANDER FOR OVERHEAD
SANDING. Overhead sanding could result in
dropping sander or loss of control. These situa-
tions could result in an accident resulting in
possible serious injury.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
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.
_I, WARNING:
The operation of any belt 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, available at Sears Retail Stores.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL
CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS.
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.
Input
Rating
No Load Speed
Belt Size
Your belt sander has been shipped completely
assembled except for the sanding belt and dust bag.
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 sander. Loose parts in carton
will be dust bag and this owner's manual.
76 mm x 533 mm (3 in. x 21 in.)
120 volts, 60 Hz, AC
1300 surface ft./min.
7.5 Amperes
Sanding Surface
Overall Length
Net Weight
_ib 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.
123 square cm (19 square in.)
305 mm (12 in.)
4.5 kg. (10 Ibs.)
FOR A COMPLETE SELECTION OF|
ACCESSORIES FOR THIS AND OTHER|
CRAFTSMAN POWER AND BENCH TOOLS,|
VISIT YOUR NEAREST SEARS RETAIL STORE.J
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KNOW YOUR BELT SANDER
See Figure 1.
Before attempting to use any tool, familiarize yourself
with all operating features and safety requirements.
Features include easily operated lock-on button, and
a dust bag for dustless sanding.
SWITCH
To turn your sander ON, depress the switch trigger.
Release switch trigger to turn your sander OFF.
LOCK- ON BUTTON
The switch of your sander is equipped with a lock-on
feature which is convenient when operating for
extended periods of time. To lock-on, depress the
trigger, push in the lock button located on the side of
the handle, then while holding the lock button pushed
in, release the trigger. To release the lock, depress
the trigger and release.
DUST BAG
A dust bag is included with your sander to allow
dustless sanding. Its use will help keep the work area
clean.
POWER CORD
An extra long power cord that stays soft and flexible in
cold weather has been provided on your sander. The
plug design is shaped so that it won't snag on your
work during use. A molded cord clip on the plug
makes cord storage easier.
FRONT
HANDLE
TRACKING
SCREW
DUSTBAG
DRIVE
ROLLERASSEMBLY
LOCK-ON REAR
BUTTON HANDLE
TENSION
RELEASELEVER
SANDING
BELT
FRONT
IDLERROLLER
MOLDED
CORDCLIP
SWITCH POWERCORD
TRIGGER
_ 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.
Fig. 1
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