Craftsman 320.28190 User Manual

Procfyct Manual

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PROFESSIONAL

12.5 Amp/ Variable Speed/ 2-1/4

Peak HP
Fixed Base Router

Model No. 320. 28190

A CAUTION! Read, understand and
follow all Safety Rules and Operating

Instructions in this Manual before
using this product.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, !L 60179

www.craftsman.com

Description
Operation
Adjustments

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Warranty
Safety Symbols Pages

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Safety Instructions
Unpacking
Description
Assembly
Operation

Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Accessories

Parts list
Sears Repair Parts Phone and Numbers

ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TOOL
If this Craftsman tool fails to give complete satisfaction within one year

from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears store or parts & repair
center or other craftsman outlet in the United States for free repair (or
replacement, if repair proves impossible).

This warranty does not include expendable parts such as lamps,

batteries, bits, or blades.

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Back Cover

This warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase if this

product is ever used for commercial or rental purposes
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other

rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates !L 60179

A. WARNING: Some dust created by using power tools contains chemicals

known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!

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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 symbol warnings DO NOT, by themselves, eliminate any dan
ger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident-

prevention measures.

A WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand ail safety alert symbols,
such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,” and “CAUTION” BEFORE using this product
Failure to follow all Instructions may result in electric shock, fire, and/or seri

ous personal injury.

SYMBOL MEANINGS
A SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER, WARNING, OR CAUTION.

May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.

A DANGER: Failure to obey this safety warning WILL result in death or

serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

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A WARNING: Failure to obey this safety warning CAN result in death or

serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

A CAUTION: Failure to obey this safety warning MAY result in personal

injury to youreelf or others or property damage. Always follow the safety pre
cautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

DAMAGE PREVENTION AND INFORMATION MESSAGES

These inform the user of important information and/or instructions that could

lead to equipment or other property damage if they are not followed. Each message
is preceded by the word “NOTE,” as in the example below:

NOTE; Equipment and/or property damage may result if these instructions

are not followed.

A 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 shield and a full-face shield when

FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAH

NOSIGHT

needed. We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for
use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with
side shield, available at Sears Stores or other Craftsman
Outlets.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIO

WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions in this man
ual before using this router. Failure to follow all instructions may result electric
shock, fire and/or serious personal injury,

WORK AREA SAFETY

» Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered workbenches 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 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 iose control.

• Make your workshop childproof with padlocks and master switches. Lock

tools away when not in use.

• MAKE SURE the work area has ample lighting so you can see the work
and that there are no obstructions that will interfere with safe operation BE

FORE using your router,

PERSONAL SAFETY
o KNOW your power tool. Read this operator’s manual carefully. Learn the

router’s applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards
related to this tool,

a STAY ALERT, watch what you are doing and use common sense when oper

ating a power tool.

® DO NOT use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or

medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious persona! injury.

» DRESS properly. DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry. Pull back long hair.

Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothing,

or iong hair can be caught in moving parts. Air vents often cover moving parts
and should also be avoided.

-* AVOID accidental starting. Be sure switch is in “OFF" position before plug
ging in. DO NOT carry tools with your finger on the switch. Carrying tools with
your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch in the “ON”

position invites accidents.

» REMOVE adjusting keys or blade wrenches befcire turning the too! "ON.” A wrench

that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool mey resuit 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.

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® ALWAYS SECURE YOUR WORK. Use ciamps or a vise to hold work piece

securely. It is safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool.

® USE SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non

skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropri

ate conditions,

» DO NOT USE ON A LADDER or unstable support Stable footing on a solid

surface enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.

TOOL USE AND CARE

A WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand ail instructions before op
erating this router. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

» ALWAYS use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the

work piece 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 the tool. Use the correct tool and bit for your application.

The correct tool and bit will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed.

0 DO NOT use the 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 adjust

ments, changing accessories or storing the tool. Such preventive safety

measures reduce the risk of starting the too! accidentally.

® NEVER leave the tool running. ALWAYS turn it off. DO NOT leave the too!

until it comes to a complete stop.

® STORE idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained per

sons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users,

8 MAINTAIN tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Prop

erly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and
are easier to control.

8 CHECK for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and

any other condition 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 for this tool. Accessories

that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another
tool.

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY

WARNING: Do not permit fingers to touch the terminals of plug when

installing or removing the plug from the outlet.

® 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. Applicable only to Class II (double
insulated) tools.

This router motor is double insulated.

A WARNING: Double insulation DOES NOT take the place of normal safety
precautions when operating this tool.

» BEFORE plugging in the tool, BE SURE that the outlet voltage supplied is

within the voltage marked on the tool’s data plate. DO NOT use “AC only”

rated tools with a DC power supply.

» 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.

0 DO NOT expose power tools to rain or wet conditions or use power tools

in wet or damp locations. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk

of electric shock.

• INSPECT tool cords for damage. Have damaged too! cords repaired at a

Sear Service Center. BE SURE to stay constantly aware of the cord location
and keep it well away from the moving router.

o 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 from heat, oil, sharp edges or

moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase

the risk of electric shock.

EXTENSION CORDS
Use a proper extension cord. ONLY use cords listed by Underwriters Labora

tories (UL), Other extension cords can cause a drop in line voltage, resulting In

a loss of power and overheating of tool. For this tool an AWG (American Wire Gauge) size of at least 14-gaugeis recommended for an extension cord of 25-ft or less in length. Use 12-gauge for an extension cord of 50-ft. Extension cords

100-ft or longer are not recommended. Remember, a smaller wire gauge
size has greater capacity than a lai^er number (14-gauge wire has more

capacity than 16-gauge wire; 12-gauge wire has more capacity than 14~gauge).
When in doubt use the smaller number. When operating a power tool outdoors,

use an outdoor extension cord marked “W-A” or “W” These cords are rated for
outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.

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. CAUTION: Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position

the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber, tools or other obstructions

while you are working with a power tool.

WARNING: Check extension cords before each use. If damaged replace

immediately. Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the dam

aged area could cause electrical shock, resulting in serious injury.

SAFETY

TTie label
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W

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SYMBOLS FOR YOUR TOOL

on your tool may include the following symbols.

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.......

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.

Volts

...Amps

..Hertz

..Watts

.

..Minutes

..Alternating current

..Direct current

...No-load speed

..Class II construction, Double Insulated

,.,/min...

..Revolutions or Strokes per minute
. Indicates danger, warning or caution. It means

attention! Your safety Is involved.

SERVICE SAFETY

• If any part of this router is missing or should break, bend, or fail In any way;

or should any electrical component fail to perform properly: SHUT OFF the

power switch and remove the router plug from the power source and have the
missing, damaged or failed parts replaced BEFORE resuming operation,

» Tool service must be performed only at a Sears Parts and Repair Center.

Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a

risk of injury.

• When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow in

structions 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.

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SAFETY RULES FOR ROUTER

CAUTION: Cutting bits coast after router is switched off.

® HOLD TOOL by insulated gripping surfaces (handles) when performing

an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its
own cord. Contact with a “live" wire will make the exposed metal parts of

the tool “live” and shock the operator.

® Maintain a firm grip on the router with both hands to resist starting torque.

® NEVER attempt to use the router motor without first installing it in an

approved fixed base. Failure to heed this warning could result in personal

injury and damage to the router motor.

® MAKE SURE the router motor does not move up or down when clamped

in the fixed base. If router motor is not securely clamped in base, ad

justments will not be accurate.

® DO NOT HAND-HOLD THE ROUTER IN AN UPSIDE DOWN OR HORI

ZONTAL POSITION. The router motor can separate from the base if not
properly attached according to the instructions.

® TIGHTEN COLLET/NUT securely to prevent the cutting bit from slipping.

If the collet/nut is not securely tightened, the cutting bit may detach during
use, causing serious personal injury.

® NEVER tighten colleUnut without a cutting bit installed in the collet/nut
0 USE CLAMPS or other practical ways to secure and support the work

piece to a stable platform and hold the work piece rigidly in position.

Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to
loss of control.

0 NEVER hold the piece being cut in your hands or across your legs. It is

important to support and clamp the work piece properly in order to minimize
body exposure, bit binding, or loss of control.

o ALWAYS keep chip shield clean and in place.
0 STAY ALERT and clear the Router cutting bit path of any obstructions

BEFORE starting the router motor. Keep cutting area clear of all foreign

objects while router motor is running.

• CHECK TO SEE that the cord will not “hang up” during routing operation.

• MAKE SURE the cutting bit is not in contact with the work piece before

the switch is turned on. The bit must ALWAYS be running at full speed

before contacting the work piece.

• KEEP HANDS CLEAR OF CUTTING BIT when router motor is running to
prevent personal injury.

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® PROVIDE CLEARANCE under work piece for router cutting bit when

through-cutting.

® KEEP CUTTING PRESSURE CONSTANT. Do not overioad the motor.
® USE ONLY sharp cutting bits that are not chipped or cracked. Blunt cut

ting bits will cause stalling and burn the work piece.

® NEVER use this router motor with a cutting bit larger than 3-1/2

inch in diameter.

® ALWAYS USE cutting bits that are designed for this router. Never use

cutting bits which are larger in diameter than the opening in the router
sub-base. Cutting bits that have cutter diameters larger than the opening

could cause possible loss of control or create other hazardous condition that
could cause serious personal injury.

* The sub-base on this fixed base router has an opening of 1-1/4 inch. To

use cutting bits with a larger diameter, install and use a sub-base with a larger
diameter opening (sold separately) at Sears stores or other Craftsman outlets.

» DO NOT use large router cutting bits for freehand routing. Use of large

cutting bits when freehand routing could cause loss of control or create haz
ardous conditions that could result in serious personal injury. If using a router
table, large bits should be used for edging only.

® BE SURE CUTTING BIT is centered in template guide (sold separately)

prior to template guide applications to avoid personal injury or damage
to finished work.

® DO NOT REMOVE more than 1/8 inch, in a single pass. Excessive depth of

cut can result in loss of control that could result in personal injury.

“ After completing a cut, turn motor OFF and let it come to a complete stop

BEFORE REMOVING router from work piece.

» Let the motor come to a COMPLETE STOP before putting the router

down. Cutting bits coast after power is turned off.

» ONLY use router tables that conform to safe woodworking practices and

offer proper guarding for the cutting bit. Use router tables that are UL clas

sified and identified suitable for use with this specific router model. Failure to
comply could result in serious personal injury.

» Only use router tables with on-board switch controlled receptacles.

Failure to use router tables with all the appropriate safety features could result
in serious personal injury.

» DISCONNECT THE TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE before making any

adjustments or changing cutting bits.

« If you are changing a bit immediately after use, BE C/tflEFUL NOT TO TOUCH

the collet/nut or cutting bit with your hands or fingers. The heat buildup from

cutting could cause severe bums. /MLWAYS use the wrench provided.

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AVOID CLIMB CUTTING.” See “OPERATION” section in this manual.

“Climb-cutting" increases the chance for loss of controi resulting in possible
serious injury.

WARNING; Use of this product can generate dust containing chemicals

known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other re
productive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

® Lead from lead-based paints.

® Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products.
® Arsenic and chromium, from chemically treated lumber.

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

® Work in a well-ventilated area.
® Work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are

specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding,

drilling and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash
exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth,

eyes or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.

WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disburse dust, which

may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use
NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust ex

posure. Direct particles away from face and body.

ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

WARNING; BE SURE to read and understand all instructions. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious personal injury.

» Know your power tool. Read this operator’s manual carefully. Learn the ap

plications 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.

o ALWAYS wear safety glasses or eye shields when using this router. Every

day eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.

® PROTECT your lungs. Wear a face mask or dust mask if the operation is dusty.
o PROTECT your hearing. Wear appropriate persona) hearing protection during use.

Under some conditions noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.

® ALL VISTORS AND BYSTANDERS MUST wear the same safety equipment

that the operator of the router wears.

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INSPECT the tool cords periodically and if damaged have them repaired at your nearest Sears Service Center. BE AWARE of the cord location.

ALWAYS check the tool for damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a

guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine

if it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for mis

alignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condi
tion that may affect the tool’s operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced at a Sears Service Center.

INSPECT and remove all nails from lumber before routing.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them freguently and use them
to instruct others who may use this tool. If someone borrows this tool,
make sum they have these instructions also.

WARNING: Your router should NEVER be connected to the power

source when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or
removing collets / nuts, cutting bits, cleaning or when it is not in use. Dis
connecting the router will prevent accidental starting, which could cause

serious personal Injury.

1. Ca-efully lift the Router Motor and Fixed Base, with the 1/2 in. collet/nut already
installed, out of the color box and place it on a stable, flat surface.

2. Open the parts bag to locate the following:

• Edge Guide
® 1/4"in. Collet/Nut
» Collet/Nut wrench
® Power cord
® Sawdust extraction adapter

® Depth-adjustment wrench

3. Inspect the items carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage has
occurred during shipping. If any of the items mentioned are missing, (refer to
“PARTS LIST’ illustration on page 12), return the router to your nearest Sears
store or Craftsman outlet to have the router replaced.

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

in the power cord or operate router until the broken or missing parts are
replaced. Failure to do so could result In possible serious injury.

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PARTS LIST {Fig. 1)

1. Fixed Base and Router Motor with 1/2~in. Collet/Nut

2. Power cord

3. Sawdust extraction adapter

4. Edge Guide

5.1/44n. ColleVNut

6. Coliet/Nut Wrench

7. Depth-adjustment wrench

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KNOW YOUR FIXED BASE ROUTER (Fig. 2)

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Rating
No load Speed
Peak HP
Input

Collets/Nuts and Cutting Bit Shank Diameters
Fixed Base Diameter

Sub Base Opening (Diameter for cutting bit use)
Sub Base Thickness
Fixed Base Depth of Cut

12000-25000RPM

120-voits, 60HzAC

0.23 inches (6mm)

1-3/4 inches (45mm)

12.5 Amps

2-1/4

1/4 in. 1/2 in.

6 inches

1-1/4 inches

NOTE: Before attempting to use your router, familiarize yourself with all of

the operating features and safety requirements.

Your fixed base router has a precision-built electric router motor and it should
only be connected to a 120-volt, 60-Hz AC ONLY power supply (normal house

hold current). DO NOT operate on direct current (DC). This large voltage drop will
cause a loss of power and the router motor will overheat. If the router does not
operate when plugged into a correct 120-volt, 60-Hz AC ONLY outlet, check the

power supply. This router has alO-ft, 2-wire power cord (no adapter needed).

This Fixed Base Router has the following features:

1. 12.5 Amp, 2-1/4 Peak HP, Variable Speed Router Motor runs at 12,000 to

25,000 RPM (no-load speed).

2. Speed Dial allows matching proper speed to material and bit size.

3. Electronic Feedback Circuitry provides soft starts for longer motor life,
maintains constant speed under load for a quality finish in all materials.

4. Fixed Base featums Coarse and Fine Depth Adjustments for accurate set

ups- Ideal for use with router table, sold separately,

5. Spindle Lock for easy 1 wrench bit changes. Includes 1/4 and 1/2 inch

Self-Releasing Collets/Nuts for use with a wide variety of 1/4 in. and 1/2 in.
router bits, sold separately.

6. Detachable power cord: a replaceable cord to prolong tool life and for easy
carrying and storage.

7. Ball bearings throughout the motor for smooth, efficient operation and long life.

8. Base features Ergonomically Designed Handles with soft grip for comfort,
maximum control with less vibration.

9. Base features Large Base Opening and Large Chip Shield, combined with 3 LED Work lights on Router Motor to provide high visibility of bit and work piece.

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