Craftsman 315.279870 User Manual

Owner's Manual

i PROFESSIONAL i

5 in. PROFESSIONAL RANDOM ORBIT SANDER Double Insulated

Model Nos.

315.279570

315.279870

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,_ CAUTION: 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., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman

972000-807

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• Safety

• Features

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

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• Table Of Contents .......................................................................................................................................... 2

• Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................... 2

• Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................... 2

• General Safety Rules, Specific Safety Rules, and Symbols ....................................................................... 3-5

• Product Specifications .................................................................................................................................... 6

• Unpacking and Accessories ........................................................................................................................... 6

• Features ...................................................................................................................................................... 7-8

• Operation ................................................................................................................................................... 8-12

• Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................ 12-13

• Exploded View and Repair Parts List ...................................................................................................... 14-15

• Parts Ordering / Service ............................................................................................................................... 16

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL SANDER MODEL NO. 315.279870 If this ERnFTSNRN Professional Random Orbit Sander 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 OTHER CRAFTSMAN OUTLET 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

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL SANDER MODEL NO. 315.279570

If this [RnFTSMAN Professional Random Orbit Sander fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, Sears will repair it, free of charge.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY RETURNING THE TOOL TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR OTHER CRAFTSMAN OUTLET 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

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Your sander has many features for making your 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.

_ CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire

owner's manual before using your new sander.

Pay close attention to the Rules For Safe Operation, Warnings and Cautions. If you use your sander properly and only for what it is

intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

_1, Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!!

Your safety is involved.

,_ 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.

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Work Area

• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Clut- tered benches and dark areas invite accidents.

• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, 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. Distractionscan

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 polarized 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 risk of electric shock if

your body isgrounded.

• Don't expose power tools to rain or wet condi- tions. Water entering a power tool wilt 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 influ-

ence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A mo-

ment 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 toolsthat have the

switch on, invites accidents.

• Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. A wrench or a keythat 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.

• 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 another 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 the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preven-

tive 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. Propedy 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. Accesso- ries that may be suitable for one tool may become

hazardous when used on another tool.

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.

• 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"

and shock the operator.

Additional Rules for Safe Operation

• Know your power tool. Read owner's manual carefully. Learn its applications and limita- tions, 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. Follow- ing this rule will reduce the risk of serious per- sonal injury.

• Inspect tool cords periodically and, if dam- aged, have repaired at your nearest Autho- rized 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 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 replaced by an authorized service center. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric

shock, fire, or serious 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

When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement 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.

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, alco- hol, or any medication. Following this rule will

reduce the riskof 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 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 chemically- treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depend- ing 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 ap- proved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

Important: Some of the following symbots may be used on your toot. 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 (cyctes 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

[] Class II Construction Designates Double Insulated

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

Brush and Spring Designates Replaceable Brushes

Safety Atert Symbol Indicates danger, warning or caution•

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

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:

_nd_tesdanger_warn_ng_rcauti_n.Maybeusedinc_njuncti_nwith_ersymb_Is_rp_ct_graphs_ DANG ER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injuryto yourself orto others• Atways

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

Construction tools

orbits etc. per minute

It means attention!!! Your safety is involved.

A A

NOTE:

WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others• Always foltow 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•

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