Craftsman 315.26921 User Manual

CRAFTSMAN

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Double Insulated

Model No.

315.269210

18/32 7/16 13132

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CAU'nON: Read and

follow aH Safety RuUes and

Operating Rnstructions before

first use of this product.

Customer HeUp Line: 1-800-932-3188

Sears, Roebuck and Co., 3333 Bevedy Rd., Hoffman Estates, RL60179 USA
Visit the Craftsman Web page: www.sears.com/craftsman

oSafety
oFeatures

oOperation
oMaintenance

oParts List

983000-028

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FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL ROUTER

If this rRRFTSMRN router fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of

purchase, Sears wiii replace it, free of charge.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY RETURNING THE TOOL TO THE NEAREST SEARS

STORE OR SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES.
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, Noffman Estates, IL 60179

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

,_ Look for this symboU to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!!

Your safety is involved.

WARNmNG: The operation of any router 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.

,_ WARNING: Do not attempt to use this tool until

you have read thoroughly and understand
completely the operator's manual. Pay close
attention to the safety rubs, including Dangers,
Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your tool

properly and only for what it is intended, you wiii

enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

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WARNING:ReadandunderstandaH
instructions.FailuretofollowaHinstructions

HstedbeUow,mayresuUtineUectricshock,fire
and/orseriouspersonalinjury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTmONS
WORK AREA

[] Keep your work area ctean and well Jit. CUuttered

benches and dark areas invite accidents.

[] Do not operate power tooJs in expJosive atmo-

spheres, such as in the presence of flammable

tiquids, gases, or dust. Power tooUsmay 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
[] DoubJe insuJated tools are equipped with a

polarized pJug (one blade is wider than the

other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet onty

one way. If the pJug does not fit fully in the

outlet, reverse the ptug. mfit still does not fit,

contact a qualified electrician to install a poJar-

ized outtet. 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 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 tooJs or pull the pJugfrom an outlet. Keep cord

away from heat, oH, sharp edges, or moving parts.

Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged

cords increase the risk of electric shock.
[] When operating a power tool outside, use an out-

door 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 toot.

Do not use tooJ while tired or under the infJu-

ence of drugs, alcohoJ, or medication. A moment

of inattention while operating power tools may

result in serious personal injury.

[] Dress property. Do not wear Joose clothing or

jewelry. Contain tong hair. Keep your hair,

clothing, and gloves away from moving parts.

Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.

Avoid accidentaJ 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 tooJ on. A wrench or a key that is left
attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in

[] Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and

baJance at aH times. Proper footing and balance

enables better control of the tool in unexpected
situations. Do not use on a ladder or unstable

support.

[] Use safety equipment. AJways wear eye protec-

tion. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat,
or hearing protection must be used for appropriate

conditions.

TOOL USE AND CARE
[] Use cJamps or other practical way to secure

and support the workpiece to a stabJe platform.

Holding the work by hand or against your body is

unstable and may lead to loss of control.

[] Do not force toot. Use the correct toot 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 ptug from power source before

making any adjustments, changing accesso-

ries, or storing the tool Such preventive safety

measures reduce the risk of starting the tool

[] 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 cJean. 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 tooJ'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 tool, may become

hazardous when used on another tool.

SERVICE
[] TooJservicemustbeperformed only by qualio

fied repair personnel. Service or maintenance

performed by unqualified personnel could result in

a risk of injury.

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

[] When servicing a tooJ, use only identicaJ reo

pJacement parts. Follow instructions in the
Maintenance section of this manual Use of

unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance

hstructions may create a risk of eUectricshock or
injury.

ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATmON
[] Know your power tool Read operator's manuaJ

carefully. Learn its appJications and limitations,
as wen as the specific potentiaJ hazards related

to this tool Following this rule will reduce the risk
of electric shock, fire, or serious injury.

[] AJways wear safety glasses. Everyday eye°

glasses have onJy impact-resistant tenses; they
are NOT safety gJasses. Following this rule wiii
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

[] Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if

the operation is dusty. Following this rule wiii
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 toot cords periodically and, if damaged,

have repaired at your nearest authorized sero
vice 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

wilt operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for aJignment 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 shouJd be property repaired or reo

placed by an authorized service center. Follow-
ing 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 recepo
tac[e. Keep cord away from heat, oiJ, and sharp
edges. Following this rule wiii 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 wilt draw. A wire gage size
(A.W.G.) of at Jeast 16 is recommended for an

extension cord 100 feet or tess in bngth. 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 aH nails from tumber

before routing. Following this rule wiii reduce the
risk of serious personal injury.

[] Drugs, aJcohoJ, medication. Do not operate tool

while under the influence of drugs, aJcohot, or
any medication. Following this rule wiii reduce the

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

[] Save these instructions. Refer to them freo

quentJy and use them to instruct others who
may use this tool ff you Joan someone this toot,

toan 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:

o lead from bad-based paints,
o crystalline silica from bricks and cement and

other masonry products, and

o 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.

important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and barn their meaning.

Proper interpretation of these symbols wiii allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

SYMBOL NAME DESmGNATmON/EXPLANATmON

V

A

Hz

W

min

n o

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

Volts

Amperes

Hertz

Watt

Minutes

Alternating Current

No Load Speed

Class HConstruction

Safety Alert

Voltage

Current

Frequency (cycles per second)

Power

Time

Type or a characteristic of current

Rotational speed, at no load

Designates double-insulated

construction tools

orbits etc. per minute

Undicates danger, warning or caution.
Utmeans attention!!! Your safety is

involved.

Wet Conditions Alert

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 MEANmNG

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

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

WARNmNG: 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.

CAU'NON: 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.

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

Do not expose to rain or use in damp

locations.

SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS

Depth of Cut
CoHet

0 - 1-1/2 in. No Load Speed 15,000 - 25,000/min

1/2 in. and 1/4 in. Power Cord 10 ft.

Horsepower

input

Your router has been shipped completely assembled.

Unspectit carefully to make sure no breakage or
damage has occurred during shipping. Rfany parts are
damaged or missing, contact your nearest Sears

Retail Store to obtain replacement parts before
attempting to operate router. A wrench, a 1/4 in. collet

assembly, and this operator's manual are also
included=

120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only, 9.5 amps

2 Net Weight 7 Ibs=6 oz=

,_ WARNING: Rfany 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.

DOUBLEiNSULATION

DEPTH ADJUSTmNG RING

DouMe insulation is a concept in safety in eUectric
power tooUs,which eliminates the need for the usuaU

three-wire grounded power cord. AHexposed metaU
parts are isoUatedfrom the internaU metaUmotor

components with protecting insuUafion. DouMe
insuUated tooUsdo not need to be grounded.

Important: Servicing of a tooUwith douMe insuUafion
requires extreme care and knowUedge of the system
and shouUdbe performed onUyby a qualified service
technician. For service, we suggest you return the tooU
to your nearest authorized service center for repair.
AUways use original factory replacement parts when
servicing.

_ WARNmNG: The double insulated system is

intended to protect the user from shock resulting
from a break in the tool's internal wiring. Observe
all normal safety precautions to avoid electrical

shock.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTmON
Your router has a precision built electric motor, mt

should be connected to a power suppJy that is 120
voJts, 60 Hz, AC onJy (normal househoJd current).
Do not operate this toot on direct current (DO}. 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.

SWmTCH
To turn the router ON, toggle the switch to the l

position. To turn the router OFF, toggle the switch to
the O position.

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.

The depth adjusting ring allows you to adjust the
depth of cut.

LOCKING ARM
The locking arm secures the motor housing in the

base.

CHIP SHIELD
A clear plastic chip shield is installed on the front of

your router for protection against flying dust and
chips. The shield is designed to fit the opening of the
router base. If necessary to remove chip shield,
squeeze the tabs on each end and pull outward. To
replace, squeeze the tabs at each end, fit into
opening, then release. For your protection, do not
use router without chip shietd properly in pJace.
Peel the horsepower label from chip shield and

discard.
VARIABLE SPEED

Your router has advanced electronic features,
designed to assist you in getting the maximum use

from your router. By making proper speed selections,
your router can be adjusted to specific routing needs.

This eliminates much of the guess work previously
needed to perform a given job. Both the experienced

and inexperienced router users benefit, obtaining
professional like results with fewer job errors.

The variable speed control allows the router speed to
be adjusted from 15,000 to 25,000 RPM. The

variable speed control selector is conveniently located
on the top of the motor housing.

Speed can be set according to the approximate cutter
diameter you will be using and to the hardness of the

material being cut. The best cuts are made when the
cutter is fed through material at the proper rate of
feed.

VACUUM ATTACHMENT
The vacuum attachment allows you to attach a

standard shop vacuum to the router for easy clean up.