Craftsman 31527441 Owner’s Manual

OWNERS

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

315.27441

CAUTION:

Read Rules for

Safe Operation

and Instructions

Carefully

SAVE THIS

MANUAL FOR

FUTURE REFERENCE

CRAFTSMAN.

INDUSTRIAL DIE

GRINDER

DOUBLE INSULATED

Warranty

Introduction

Operation

Repair Parts

612547-871

10-00

Designed exclusively for and sold only by

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

PRINTED IN U S A

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN INDUSTRIAL DIE GRINDER

If this Craftsman Industrial Die G_nder fails due to a defect in matehal or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, Sears will repair it, tree of charge¸

WARRANTY SERVfCE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY RETURNING THE TOOL TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE IN THE UNITED STATES.

This warranty grv_s you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights whioh vary from state to strife.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., DEPT. 817 WA, Noffman Estates, IL 60179

INTRODUCTION

DOUBLE INSULATION is a concept in safety, in elec- IMPORTANT -- Servicing of a tool with double in-

trlc power tools, which eliminates the need for the sulation requires extreme care and knowledge of the

usual three wire grounded power Cord and grounded system and should be performed only by a qualified supply system. Wherever there is electric current in service technician. For service we sugges you

thetooltherearetwoeompletesetsofinsulationto return he DO toyournearestSearsStoreforrepair.

protect the user. All exposed metal parts are isolated Always use original factory replacement part_ when from the internal metal motor components with pro- servicing tectlng insulation.

Your Grinder Is a compact, powerful tool packed with a wealth of usefulness for professional tool and die makers and home "handymen." There is a wide variety of cutters, grinding wheels, mounted wheels and

points, carbide cutters, burrs, etc., available at your Sears Catalog or Retail Stores. With these accessories

you can carve, rout, sharpen, grind, milt, file, rasp, and deburn

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL - Read owner's manual carefully. Learn its applications and limi-

tations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool,

2. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY PREVENTING BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED SURFACES, For example: Pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.

3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.

4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

5. AVOIDDANGEROUSENVIRONMENT, Don'tuse power tool in damp or wet locations or expose to rain. Keep work area weft fit.

6. 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.

7 STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use tools

should be stored in a dry, high or locked-up place

- out of the reach of children.

8. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It wifl do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

9. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force smalt tool or at- tachment to do the job of a heavy duty tool. Don't use tool for purpose not intended - for example -

Don't use a circular saw for cutting tree limbs or

logs.

10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. NO loose cloth- ing or jewelry to get caught in moving parts.

Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are rec-

ommended when working outdoors. Also, wear protective hair covering to contain long

hair and keep it from being drawn into air

vents.

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RULESFORSAFEOPERATION(Continued)

11. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday 25 eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they 26.

are NOT safety glasses,

12. PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust 27, mask if cutting operation is dusty.

13 PROTECT YOUR HEARING, Wear hearing pro-

tection dudng extended periods of operation.

14. DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord 28. or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep

cord from heat, oil and sharp edges. 29.

15. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold

work. Both hands are needed to operate the tool.

16 DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and

balance at all times. Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. 30,

!7. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools

sharp at all times, and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating 31.

and changing accessories.

!8 DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before

servicing, or when changing attachments, b_ades,

bits, cutters, sandpaper, etc., atl tools sbouId be disconnected from power supply

19 REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.

Form habit of checking to see that keys and ad- justing wrenches are removed from tool before

turning it on.

20. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Don't carry plugged-in tools with finger on switch. Be sure 32.

switch is off when plugging in

21. MAKE SURE YOUR EXTENSION CORD IS IN

GOOD CONDITION. When using an extension 33,

cord. be sure to use one heavy enough to carry

the current your product will draw. An undersized 34. 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 16 is recommended for an 35,

extension cord t00 feet or less in length. A cord

exceeding 100 feet is not recommended. If in 36, doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the

gage number, the heavier the cord.

22 OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool

is used outdoors, use only extension cords suit- able for use outdoors. Outdoor approved cords

are marked with the suffix W-A, for example - SJTW-A or SJOW-A. 37.

23. DO NOT OPERATE WITH GRINDING WHEEL without using guard.

24. ALWAYS select grinding wheels or wire brushes that have maximum operating speeds which are

not exceeded by the nameplate speed of the grinder,

KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM GRINDING AREA,

NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE, 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 lo- cation.

INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY 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, gaso- line, petroleum-based products or any strong sol- vents to clean your tool.

STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when

you are tired. Do not rush.

CHECK DAMAGE D PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged

should be carefully checked to determine that il will operate properly and perform its intended

function, Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mount- ing, 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 unless indicated else- where in this instruction manual.

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 or foreign objects from workpiece before sanding or grinding. DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. DO not op-

erate tool while under the influence of drugs, al- cohol, or any medication.

WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS.

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 fitin a polarized outlet only one way. Ifthe 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

outtet. DO not change the plug in any way.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Review 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.

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OPERATION

CUSTOMER INSTRUCTfONS

1. DO read thoroughly INTRODUCTION and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS before using your

GRINDER.

2. DO disconnect power cord when cleaning or doing maintenance on tool.

3. DO be sure the voltage of the power supply

agrees with the nameplate marking on the unit,

4. DO use correct size extension cord as recom-

mended.

5. DO replace cord when frayed.

6, DO use only specified replacement parts.

7. DO disconnect from power source and store in a clean dry place,

8. DO use correct grinding wheel or burr for the

job.

9. DO check wheel mandrel and grinder chuck for dirt or other foreign material before wheels are

mounted in chuck.

10. DO true wheels with stone or dressing stick to eliminate vibration and maintain free cutting

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DON'T use your GRINDER before reading

thoroughly INTRODUCTION and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

DON'T leave Grinder unattended before discon- necting from power source.

DON'T force tool, allow Grinder to perform as it was designed,

DON'T allow children to operate Grinder.

DON'T carry unit by power cord.

DON'T use cracked or damaged grinding wheels.

DON'T use wheels not recommended for the R.P.M. of this grinder.

DON'T plug grinder cord into receptacle without turning switch to "OFF" position.

DON'T handle grinder carelessly, or drop on work bench,

10.

DON'T use any means to tighten or loosen co_- let chuck except the wrench provided. Striking

a chuck may cause serious damage.

11.

DON'T plug or cover air vents to keep dust from flying. Vents must be kept open to keep motor

coo!+

12. DON'T use wheels or files rated less than

26,500 R.P.M.

13. DON'T use Grinder in an explosive atmosphere,

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