Craftsman 32017540 Owner’s Manual

Operator's Manual

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9.5 Amp 13/4 Peak HP

Plunge Base Router

Model No.

320.17540

DOUBLE tNSULATED

Z_ CAUTION Read, understand andfollow

all Safety Rules andOperating Instructions
InthisManualbeforeusing this product,

Sears, Roebuck and Co_
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U°S°A.

Visit our Craftsman webslta: www.craftsman.com

• WARRANTY

• SAFETY

* UNPACKING
* DESCRIPTION

• ASSEMBLY

• OPERATION
=ADJUSTMENTS

=MAINTENANCE

9/11/06

4pm

Warranty.......................................................................................................... Page 2

Safety Symbols........................................................................................................Page 3

Safety instructions............................................................................................ Pages 4 + 10

Unpacking................................................................................................... Pages 10-11

Description................................................................................................. Pages 11- 14

Assembly,................................................................................................................Pages 14 - 17

Operation ....................................................................................................... Pages "t8+28

Mathtenance .....................................................................................................................Pages 29 - 30

Acceesodes ....................................................................................................................Pages 31 o 32

RepatrPads,...........................................................................................................Pages 33- 36

Sears Repair Parts Phone Numbers................................................................... Back Cover

ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ePRODUCT
Ill th+sCraftsmanproductfartsdue to a defect In matedar or workmanshipwithinoneyear

from the date of purchase,RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR PARTS
AND REPAIR CENTER OR OTHER CRAFTSMAN OUTLET INTHE UNITED STATES

FOR FREE REPLACEMENT,
Thiswarranty dose not Include expendable partssuchas lamps, batteries, bits or blades,

If thisCraftsman productIs used for commercial or rental purposes,thiswarrantyapplies
for only g0 days from the date ofpurchase,

Thlswarranty givesyou specific legaI dghts, and you may also have otherdghts, whichvery
from e!ateto state+

Sears, Roebuckand Co,, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONSI

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!

The pu_ose of safety symbols is to attract your attention !o possible dangers
The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful

attention and understanding The symbol warnings DO NOT by themselves
eliminate any danger. The instructionsand warnings they give are no substitutes

for proper accident prevenlion measures.

WARNING: BE SURE to read end understand ell safety Instructions In

this manuel, Including all safety alert symbols such as "DANGER","WARNING"

end"CAUTION", BEFORE using this router, Failure to follow ell Instructions
Iletad below may result In electric shock,tire end/or serious personal tn]ury.

SYMBOL MEANING

/_ SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER,WARNING,OR

CAUTION.May be usedIn conjunction wtth other symbols or plctogmphso

serious Injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the

I_ ailure to obey this safety wernlngWILL result In death or

[[.,_ WARNINGi Failure to obey this safety warning CAN result tn death or

CAUTION

[Z_ 1 Failure to obey this safety warning MAY result In personal

DAMAGE PREVENTION AND INFORMATION MESSAGES

These informuser of Important Information and/or Instructions thatcouldlead to

equipment orotherpropertydamage If notfollowed Each message Is precededby the

word"NOTE:" as in theexample below:

safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and personal Injury,

serious fnjury to yourself or to others. Always follow the

safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
end personal Injury.

Injury to yourself or others or property damege, Always

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

F OTE: Equipment and/or property damage may result If these lnstroc'Jons

are not followed.

WEAR YOUR

!_WARNING: The opemtlon ofany muter can result In

foreign objects being thrown into your ayes, which can
result In severe eye damage, Before beginning power
tool operation, ALWAYSwear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shield and a full-face shield when

needed. We recommend aWlde Vision Safety Mask for
use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with

side shletd, available at Sears Stores or other Craftsman
Outlets,

lL'i_tr;li4--i,I lI r.-i-i;-ti 1-_

Z_ WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand etl Instruotlons In this

meneel before using this router.Failure to follow all Instructions may result

electric shock, fire and/or sertoua personal lnlury.

WORK AREA SAFETY

1. Keep your work ares clean and well lit, Clutteredworkbenchesand dark areas
Invite accidents.

2. DO NOT operate power tools In explosive atmospheres, such as In the presence
of flammable Ilqulds_gases, or dust. Power toolscreate sparks whichmay Ignite

the dustorfumes,

3. Keep bystanders, children and visitors sway while operating s power tool

Distractions can cause you to lose control

4, Make your workshop ¢hlldproof with padlocksandmaster switches Locktools

away when not Inuse°

5. MAKE SURE the work area has erupts lighting so you can see the work and that
there are no obstructionsthat will Interiorswithsafe operationBEFORE using
yourroutes

PERSONAL SAFETY

1. KNOW your power tool. Read this operator'smanual carefully. Learnthe router's
applicationsand limitations, as well as thespecificpotsnllal hazardsrelaled to this

tool.

2, STAY ALERT, watchwhat you are doingand use commonsense whenoperating

a powertool.

3 DO NOT use tool while ttredor underthe Influence el drugs, alcohol or medications

A moment of Inattention whileoperatingpower tools may resutl tn sedouapersonal

Injury.

4. DRESS properly, DO NOT wear loose clothingorlswslry, Pull back long haft, Keep
your half+clothlng,and glovesaway from moving parts,Looseclothing,or long hair

can becaught In moving parts,Air vents often cover moving paPs and should also
be avoided.

5. AVOID accidental starting Be sure switch Is In"OFF" position before pluggingIn,
DO NOT carrytools withyour finger on the switch,Carryingtools with your finger
on the swiloh or pluggingIn toolsthai have the switchtn the "ON" peellton Invites

accidents

6. REMOVE adjusting keys or blade wrenchesbefore tumlng ths tool "ON". A wrench
thatts tstt attached to a rotatingpart ofthe toolmay resultInpersonal Injury.

7. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing end balance at all times, Properfooting

and balance enables belier conlrel of thetool in unexpected situations.

B. ALWAYS SECUREYOUR WORK, Useclamps or s vise to holdworkplacesecurely,

It ts saferIhen using your handand frees bothhands Io operate tool

9. USE SAFETY EQUIPMENT, Always wear eye protection, Dust mask, non-skid safety

shoes, hard hat,or hearing protection must be used forappropriate conditions.

10o DO NOT USE ON A LADDER or unsf_ble support. Stablefooting ons soIld surface

enables better control of the toolIn unexpectedsituations.

TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY

/_ WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all Instructions before

operating this muter. Failure to foliow all Instructions nsted below may result
In electric shook, tire and/or serious personal Injury,

!o ALWAYSuse clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the workplace

to a stable platform° Hokilngthe workby handoragainst yourbody ls unstable and

may iead !o loss of control

2_ DO NOT force the tool Use the correct tool and bit for your application. The correct

tooland bit willdo the Jobbetter end safer at therotefor whichit Is desTgned.

3 DO NOT usa the tool If switch does not turn It "On" or "Off". Any toolthat cannotbe

controlledwith the switchIsdangerousand mustbe repaired°

4. DISCONNECT the plug from the power source before making any adjustmsnts,
changing sccceeorlea or storing the tool Suchpreventive safety measures reduce
the riskof startingthe tool accldantaliy,

5, NEVER leave the tool running, ALWAYS turn It off.DO NOT leave the tool until it

comasto a complete atop,

6 STORE Idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persona, Tools

aredangerous Inthehands ofunlmlnsduaem.

7. MAINTAIN tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Propedy maintained
too_ewithsharp cuttingedges are less Ukelyto bindand ere eaefer to control

8. CHECK for mleallgnmsnt or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
otherconditionthat mayeffectthe tool's operat_onrifdamaged, have the tool serviced

before using, Many accidentsare caused by poody maintained tooIso

9. USE ONLYaccessories that ere recommended for this tool Accessoriesthat may be
suttablefor one tool may become hazardous whenused on another tool

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

L_ WARNING: Do not permit fingers to touch the terminals of plug whenInalaltlng or removing the plug from the ouUst,

_. Double Insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade Is wider

than the other), Thle plug will fit In a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fitfuily In the outlet,reverse the plug, If Itstill does notfit, contactaquallfied

electrician to_netal]s polarized ouUet Donot changethe ptugIn anyway,

2 DoubleInsulal_on _ eliminates the need for thethree-wiregroundedpower

cord and groundedpowersupp;y system,Applicable only to Class II (double-Insulated)
tools.This router motor Is double Insulated,

L_ WARNING: Double Insulation DOES NOTtake the place of normal safety 1
precautions when operating this tool

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY cont.

3. BEFORE plugg{ngIn the tool,BE SURE that the out]etvoltage supplied tswithinthe
voltage marked on the tool'sdata plate DO NOTuse "AC onI_ ratedtools witha DC

powersupply.

4. AVOID body contact with grounded surfaces, such as pipes, redfr_tors,ranges and
refrigerators. There Is an Increased risk of electric shock Ifyour body Isgrounded°

5 DO NOT expose power tools to raln or wet oondlUonaor use power tools tn wet

or damp locations, Water entednga powertoolwl_IIncreasethe riskof eTec_c shack.

6. INSPECT too! cords for damage. Have damaged locicordsrepaired at a Sear
Service Centare,BESURE tostayconstantlyaware of Ihe cordlocation and keep
tlwell away fromthe movingrouter.

7, DO NOT abuse the cord, NEVER use the cord to carry the tool by or to pull the

plug from the outlet° Keep cord away fromheat, o11,sharpedges or mov]ngparts
Replacedamaged cordsfmmsdlatafy. Damaged cords Increase the dsk of elsctrtc shock.

EXTENSION CORDS

Use a proper extension cord. ONLY use cordslistedby UnderwritersLabomtorlss(UL).
Otherextensioncordscan causea drop In Ilnsvoltage, resulting Ina lose of power end
overheatingof tool. Forthistool anAWG (AmericanWire Gauge) size of at least 14-gauge
isrecommended for an extensioncord of 25-fL ortessIn lengh_,Use 12-gauge for an
extension cord of50-fL FJdenstoncords 10IPIt. or longer are not recommended°

Remember,a smaller wire gauge size has greater capacity then a larger number
(14-gauge wire has more capacitythan 16-gauge wire;12-gauge wirehas morecapactty

than 14..gauge).When Indoubtuse the smallernumber. When operating a power loci
ouldoore, usa an outdoor extension cord marked "W-A" or "W', These cordsare rated

for outdoorusa and reducethe dskof elactr_ shock.

/_,CAUTION: Keep ths extenslon cordclear of the working eras.Position the

cord sothat it will nat get caught on lumber,tools or other obslruotlonewhiteyou
are workingwith a powerloolo

_WARNING: Cheek extension cordsbefore each use. If damaged replace I
Immediately. Never use Iool with a damagedcord sincetouching the damagedarea

couldcause electrical shock,resulting in seriousinjury,

SAFETY SYMBOLS FORYOUR TOOL

The Isbel on your tool rosy Include the following symbols.

V ............................................ Vol_

A ............................... Amps

Hz..................................... Hertz

W.................................... Waits

rain.................................................... Minutes

............................ Alternating current

................................... Directcurrent

no .................................... No-loadspeed

................................. ,Class11conslrucllon.DoubleInsulated

]mtn ................................... RevolutionsorStrokespermin_

Z_' ................................. IndIcatesdanger, warningor caution

t! means attentionl Yoa_"safety is involved

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SERVICESAFETY
1,ifanypertofthisrouter Is missing or should break, bend, or fall tn any way;

or should any electrical component fall to perform properly: SHUT OFF
the powerswitchand removethe routerplug fromthe powersourceand have the

missing, damagedor felledpads replaced BEFORE resumingeperaUon_

2, Tool service must be performed only at e Seers Parts and Repair Center.

Serviceormaintenance psdom_sdby unqualifiedpersonnelcouldresult In a
riskof tnjUryr

3. When servicing a tool, use only Identlcel replacement parts, Follow Instructions
In the maintenance seoifon of this manual. Usa of unauthorizedpads or failureto
followmaintenanceInstructions may creels a dak of elecldcshockorlnlury.

SAFETY RULES FOR REUTERS

CAUTION:

1, HOLDTOOL by Insulated gripping surfaces (handles) when performing an

operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden _dng or Its own cord.
Contactwiths =l_ve*w_rewltfmake the exposedmetaf parts ofthe tool"live"end

shock theoperator.

2. Maintain s firm gripon the muter withbothhands to resiststarting torque
3_ NEVER attempt to use the router motor without first installing It In an approved

afixed or plunge approved baee_ Failureto heed thlswarning couldresultin personal
_jury and damage to the motor.

4, MAKE SURE the motor hooalng does not move up or down when damped In the

plunge base. ff motor ls not securely clamped fn bess, adjustments will

not be scourers.

5. DO NOT HAND_HOLDTHE ROUTER iN AN UPSIDE DOWN OR HORIZONTAL

POSITION. The motor can separatefrom the base tf not propedyattached according
to the lnsltuctione_

6, TIGHTEN COLLETI NUT securely to prevent the cutter bitfrom sgpplng, if the

collar/nuttsnot securely tlghiened, the cutterbit me,y deL_chduring use,causlngsedous
personalinjury,

7, NEVER lighten collet/nut without a cutter bit Installed In the toilet InuL
8,, USECLAMPS or other practical ways to secure and support the workplece to

e stable platform end hold the workplace rigidly In position, Holdlngthework by
hand or against yourbody Isunstable and may lead to loss of control

9, NEVER hold the piece being out In your hands or across your legs. It isImpodant

to support and clampthe workplaceproperlyin order to minimize body exposure,
bitbinding, or lose of control,

10, ALWAYS keep chip shield clean and In place,
11, STAYALERT and clear the Router cutter bit path of any obstructions BEFORE

starting the motor_ Keep cutting area clear ofag foreign ob|ecte while motor Is
runnlngo

12, CHECK 'tO SEE that the cord will not "hang up'during routing operation,

Cutter bite coast after router Is switched off. 1

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SAFETYRULESFORROUTERSconL

13MAKESUREthecutterbitIsnotInoontsct with the workplace before the switch

Is turned on.The bit must ALWAYS be running st fuU speed before contacting

the workplace,

14_ KEEP HANDS CLEAR OF CUTTER BIT when motor Is running to prevent

personal InIury,

15 PROVIDE CLEARANCE under workplece for router cutter bit when through-cuttieg_

16., KEEP CUTTING PRESSURE CONSTANT_Do not ovsrIoedthe motor.
17, USE ONLY sharp cutter bits that are not chipped or ¢rsckad_Blunt cutter bits

will cause stalling and bum the workplace,

18, NEVER use this muter motor with e cutter bit larger than 3_/Plnch In diameter.
19, ALWAYS USE cutter bits that are designed for this router. Never usecutter bits

which are larger In diameter than the opening In the router sub-base, Cutterbits

thathave cutter diameterslargerthanthe openingcouldcause poselb_a_oeeo! central
orcreate olher hazardous conditionthat couldcauseeedoue personalInjury

20, The eubbese on this plunge bass muter has an opening of 1_h-lnehoTo use cutter

bits w_tha larger diameter, [natsllandusa s eubbasewith a larger diameteropening
(sold separately) at Sears stores or otherCraltsman outlets

21. DO NOT use large router cutter bits for freehand routing. Useof large cutter btte
whenfreehand routingcouldcause lossof control or create hazardousconditionsthat

couldreeufl In serious personal injury

22,, BE SURE CUTTER BIT Is centered In template guide (sold eeperatsly) prior to

tamplsta guide applications to avoid personal Injury or damage to finished work.

23, DO NOT REMOVE more than l/e,tnch In a single pass. Excaesh,e depth of cut can

recultIntoss of control thatcouldresuitInpersonatInjury,

24, Aftercompletinge cut,turn motor OFF and letit coma toa completestop

BEFORE REMOVING muter from workplace,

25. Let the motor come to a COMPLETE STOP before putting the muter dowm Cutter
bits coast uttsr power Isturned off,

26. DISCONNECTTHETOOL FROM POWER SOURCE before msldng any sdtL_stments

or changingcutter bits,

27_ If you are changing a bit Immediately after usa, BE CAREFUL NOTTO1OUCH

the cotter/nut or cutter bitwith your bends or fingers.The heat buildup from
cutting could cause severe burua_ALWAYS use the wrench provided.

28, AVOID "CLIMB CUTTING". See "OPERATION" (pages 0Oand 00) eecUon

In this manual "el}rob-cutting" increasesthechance for lossel controlresultingin
possibleserious injury'

L_ WARNING: Use of thistool can generate duet contBlnlng chemicals
known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm°

Some examples of these chemicals are:
. Lead fromlead-basedpoints,

• Crystalline stiles from bricks end cement and other masonry producle.

•Arsen{c and chromlumofrom chemtca!lytreated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending upon how often you
do this type of work.To reduce your exposure to these chemicals"

• Work In s wellwenttletedarea,

• Work withapproved safety equipment,such ea thosedust masks
thatere speclafly designed tofilter out microscopic paffJclea,

Avoid prolonged contact with duet from power sending, sewing, grinding
drilling end other construction activities.Wear protective clothing end wash
exposed apacewith soap and water. Allowing duet to get into your mouth,
eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.

L_ WARNING: Use of this toot sen generate end/or disburse dust, which

may cause sedoue and permanent respiratory or other Injury. Always use
NIOSWOSHA approved respiratory protection apprepdate for the duet exposure.

Direct perOsles away from face end body.

ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

Ak WARNING: BE SURE to road and understand ell Instructions. Failure to /

follow all Instructions listed below may result tn elecffrle shock, fire and/or
eeffoue personal tnJury,

1. Know your power tool Read this operator's manual carefully, Learn theeppflcaUone
ertd limitations, aswell as the apeclflcpotenllal hazards relatedto thistool.Following
thisrule wlllreduce the riskof electricshock,fireor serious Injury.

2o ALWAYSwear safety glasses or eye shields when using this router. Everyday

eyeglasseshave only tmpact-reslstant lenses; theyare NOT safetyglasses,,

3o PROTECT your lungs. Wear a face meek or dust meek ifthe operationIs dusty.
4, PROTECT your hearing. Wear sppropdale personalhearing protectiondudng use

Undersome conditionsnoisefrom thisproductmay contributeto hearingloss

5, ALL VISTORS AND BYSTANDERS MUST wear lhe same safety equipmentlhat the

operatorofthe routerwears,

6, INSPECT the tool cords periodically and If damaged have them rrepelredst your

nearest Sears Service Center, BE AWARE ofthe cord locetlon,

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ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION cent.

7. ALWAYScheck the tool for damaged perta, Beforeludhsr use of thetoo!,a guard or
other partthat Is damaged should be carefullychecked todetermine ff It will operate
propedyand performIts Intended funstlon. Check for mlsallgnment or bindingof
moving parts,breakage of paris, and any other conditionthat may affect the tool's
opera!Ion.A guard or other pert that la damagedshouldbe properlyrepaired or roptacad

at e Sears ServiceCente_

8. INSPECT and remove all nails from lumber before routing.
g. SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use them to Instruct

others who may use thls tool. If someone borrows this toot, make ours they have
these Instructions also=

Z_ WARNING: Your rreuter should NEVER be connected to the power source

when you are asssmb!lng parts, maldng adjustments, Installing or removing
collate / nuts,cutter bits, cleaning orwhen It Is not In use, Dfsconnsctlng the
muter will prevent accidental starting, which could cause serious personal

Injury,

When unpacking the box don't discard anypackingmaterials unltt all of thecontents are
accountedfor:.

1. Carefully lift the Router Motor and Plunge Base with the li2-1n, collar/nut already
Installed, out of the cartonend placeon a stableflat surfase.

2 Open the partsbag to locate the following:

• Sawdust Extraction Hood and 2 Screws usedto attachhood to base

• 1/4-in. Col!st/Nut

• Conet/Nut wrench

& Inspect the Items carefutFyto make sure that no breakage or damage hasoccurred

during ahlpplng Ifany of the llama mentioned aremissing, (referto "PARTS LIST"
IlIuslratlon on page 11), returnthe routerto your nearestSears store or Craftsman
outlet to have themuter replaced.

z_ WARNING: If any parts are broken or mlselng, DO NOT attempt to plug

In the power cord or operate muter until the broken or missing parts are
repfaced_Failure to do so could result In possible serious Injury.

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PARTSLIST(Fig.1)

t.RouterMotorInPlungeBaseandv_V2._r_.Co_l_Nut(_

Exttsctton Hood

2_ Sawdust

3, 2 Screws

(for attaching Hood)

4_ 1/4-1n.Collar/Nut

5. Conet/Nut Wrench

KNOWYOUR PLUNGE ROUTER (Fig. 2)

I NOTE:Before effemptlng to use your router, familiarize yourself with all of the

operating features and safety requirements,

Yourplungemuter haBa precrslon-bulft electricmotor and It shouldonEybe connected
to e 120-volt,60-Hz AC ONLY power supply (normal householdcurrant),DO NOT operate
on directcurrent(DO). Thislarge voltage dropwillcause a Io_eof power end the motor
wiltoverheat, if the muterdoes not operate when pluggedfntoa correct120-volt,
60*Hz AC ONLY outlet, checkthe power supply."131tsrouterhas en 8-ft, 2-wire power

cord (no adapterneeded).

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KNOWYOUR PLUNGE ROUTERconL (Figo2)

This Plunge Router has thefollowing features:

1. Powerful,9.5 Amp Soft Start Motor develops 13/4Peak HP to handle most
routing Jobs

2 Single speed 2S 000 RPM (no-lsed speed) helpsprovidea quality finish

in mostmatarlals

3. Plunge Base features fineand microdepth mdadJuatmenls withturretstops

for predse set-ups and repetitivecutting,

4 Spindle Leek foreasy l-wrench bit changes.Includes 1/4-1n,end 1/2-1n.

self-releasing collate/nuts for use witha wldavadety of I/4-1n,and 1/2-In.router

blts,soldseparately.

5_ 100% Bali Baarlnga foFsmooth,efficient operation and!ong Ilteo
6, Basefeatures Ergonom!oally Deelgnod Handles forcomfort.

maximumcontrol.

7 Base features Isrge base opening and large ¢hlp shield, combined with 3 LED

worldlghts on motor toprovtdathe highestvlslbflltyof bit and workplecoo

8. Durable Non-marring Sub-base gfldcesmoothlyover workplace.Sub-bess has

culter-bltopeningof 1t/4.1nches.Do Not Use e bit witha cutterdismetar larger than

1V4-in.as It WIUnot passthroughthe sub-baseopentngl

9. Base constructed of Die-Cast Aluminum to providedurability and stabIlIty.

10. Motor Housing constructed of High Density Nylon end Precision Milled Cast
Aluminum for stranglh and exact fitinto bess.

11. High.ImpactresistantMotor Houelng Top Cap and Handles on Base help
protecttool from damage_

12. Convenientlylocated On/Off toggle switch, aide mounted for added visibility,
easy acoess.

13. Sawdust oxtl'aelJonhood atiowa base tohook up to 1V4-inchvachose attachment,

sold separateiy

14o "LIVETOOL INDICATOR" light Isgreen when saw tsp|uggadIntoa power

source. Light fslocatedon motorhousing top cap next to powercord IntaL

15. Rap|seeable Brushes (soldseparately) fordependable service.

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