Craftsman 315.269210 User Manual
Operator's Manual
PROFESSIONAL
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.com/craftsman
983000-028
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TABLE OF CONTENT
Warranty.............................................................................................................................................................2
Introduction...........................................................................................................................................................2
General Safety Rules......................................................................................................................................3-4
Specific Safety Rules......................................................................................................................................... 4
Symbols ..............................................................................................................................................................5
Specifications..................................................................................................................................................... 6
Unpacking........................................................................................................................................................... 6
Features ......................................................................................................................................................... 7-8
Adjustments.................................................................................................................................................. 9-11
Operation.................................................................................................................................................... 12-17
Maintenance.....................................................................................................................................................18
Accessories......................................................................................................................................................19
Exploded View and Repair Parts List.........................................................................................................20-21
Parts, Ordering, and Service.............................................................................................................................22
WARRANT
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FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL ROUTER
If this EiiFTSMHi router fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of
purchase, Sears will 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, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
INTRODUCTION
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.
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 rules, including Dangers,
Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your tool
properly and only for what it is intended, you will
enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
A Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!!
Your safety is involved.
WARNING; 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.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Read and understand all
instructions. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below, may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious 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 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 H 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 tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts.
Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
■ When operating a power too! 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 tool.
Do not use tool while tired or under the influ
ence 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. 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. Do not use on a ladder or unstable
support.
■ Use safety equipment. Always 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 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 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 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 tool, may become
hazardous when used on another tool.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
SERVICE
■ Tool service must be performed only by quali
fied repair personnel. Service or maintenance
performed by unqualified personnel could result in
a risk of injury.
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Hold tool 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”
shock the operator.
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 damaged,
have repaired at your nearest authorized ser
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
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. 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 recep
tacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil, and sharp
edges. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock or fire.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULE
When servicing a tool, use only identical re
placement parts. Follow instructions in the
Maintenance section of this manual. Use of
unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance
Instructions may create a risk of electric shock or
injury.
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 leas! 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 routing. 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.
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.
I 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 chemicallytreated 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
Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning.
Proper interpretation of these symbols will 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
a..
"o
H
.../min Revolutions or Reciprocation Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,
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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.
Alternating Current Type or a characteristic of current
No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
Class II Construction Designates double-insulated
construction tools
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.
SYMBOL MEANING
DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always
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A
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NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SPECIFICATION
Depth of Cut 0-1-1/2 in.
Collet 1/2 in. and 1/4 in.
Horsepower 2
Input 120 volts. 60 Hz, AC only. 9.5 amps
UNPACKIN
Your router has been shipped completely assembled.
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 router. A wrench, a 1/4 in. collet
assembly, and this operator's manual are also
included.
No Load Speed
Power Cord
Net Weight
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.
15,000 - 25,000/min
10 ft.
7 lbs. 6 oz.
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.
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.
Always use original factory replacement parts when
servicing.
A 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 normal safety precautions to avoid electrical
shock.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Your 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.
SWITCH
To turn the router ON, toggle the switch to the I
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.
DEPTH ADJUSTING RING
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 shield properly in place.
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.
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