Craftsman 320. 28212 Owner's Manual
Operator’s Manual
Craftsman Professional
6.5 Amp Palm Router
Model No. 320. 28212
• Warranty
CAUTION! Read, understand and
follow all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions in this Manual before
using this product.
• Safety
• Unpacking
• Description
• Operation
• Maintenance
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
www.craftsman.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warranty Page 2
Safety Symbols Page 3
Safety Instructions Pages 4-10
Unpacking Pages 11-12
Description Pages 13-15
Assembly Page 15
Operation Pages 16-29
Maintenance Pages 29-30
Parts list Pages 31-34
Sears Repair Parts Phone and Numbers Back Cover
ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL TOOL
If this Craftsman Professional 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.
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 IL 60179
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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SAFETY SYMBOLS
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 danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes
for proper accident prevention measures.
WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this
manual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,” and
“CAUTION” before using this router. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
SYMBOL MEANINGS
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
DANGER: Failure to obey this safety warning WILL result in death or serious
injury to you or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk
of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
WARNING: Failure to obey this safety warning CAN result in death or serious
injury to you or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk
of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
CAUTION: Failure to obey this safety warning MAY result in personal injury
to you or others or property damage. Always follow the safety precautions 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 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.
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 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 INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all instructions in this manual
before using this router. Failure to follow all instructions may result electric shock,
fire, and/or serious personal injury.
WORK AREA SAFETY
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Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered workbenches and dark
areas invite accidents.
•
Do not operate power tools in explosive environments, 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 lose control.
•
Make your workshop childproof with padlocks and master switches. Lock
tools away when they are not in use.
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Make sure that the work area has ample lighting so you can see the
work and that there are no obstructions that will interfere with safe operation
before using your router.
PERSONAL SAFETY
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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.
•
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when
operating a power tool.
•
Do not use the tool while tired or under the influence 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. Pull back long hair.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothing
or long 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 the “OFF” position before
plugging the tool into an electric socket. 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.
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Remove adjusting keys or blade wrenches before turning the tool “ON.”
A wrench that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in
personal injury.
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Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper
footing and balance enable better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
•
Always secure your work. Use clamps or a vise to hold the workpiece
securely. It is safer than using your hand, and it frees both hands to operate
the tool.
•
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. A dust mask, non-skid safety
shoes, hardhat, and hearing protection must be used for appropriate 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.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all instructions before operating
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 support and secure 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 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.
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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
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
•
Never leave the tool running. Always turn it off. Do not leave the tool until it
comes to a complete stop.
•
Store idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons.
Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
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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.
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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 it. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained tools.
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Use only recommended accessories for this tool. Accessories that may be
suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used with another tool.
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ELECTRICAL SAFETY
WARNING: Do not permit fingers to touch the terminals of the plug when
installing or removing the plug from the outlet.
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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.
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Double insulation
eliminates the need for a three-wire grounded power
cord and grounded power-supply system. Applicable only to Class II (doubleinsulated) tools.
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his router motor is double insulated.
T
WARNING: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety
precautions when operating this tool.
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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.
•
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 tool cords repaired at a
Craftsman Service Center. Be sure to remain aware of the cord’s location and
keep it well away from the moving router.
•
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tool or to pull
the plug from an outlet. Keep the 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 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.
EXTENSION CORDS
•
Use a proper extension cord. Only use cords listed by Underwriters
Laboratories (UL). Other extension cords can cause a drop in line voltage,
resulting in a loss of power and overheating of the tool. For this tool, an AWG
(American Wire Gauge) size of at least 14-gauge is recommended for an
extension cord of 25-ft. or less in length. Use 12-gauge for a 50-ft.-long cord.
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Extension cords 100-ft. or longer are not recommended.
•
A smaller wire gauge size has greater capacity than a larger 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.
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
them immediately. Never use a tool with a damaged cord, since touching the
damaged area could cause electrical shock, resulting in serious injury.
SAFETY SYMBOLS FOR YOUR TOOL
The label on your tool may include the following symbols.
V ......................................................Volts
A.......................................................Amps
Hz.....................................................Hertz
W......................................................Watts
min...................................................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 Craftsman Parts and Repair
Center. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could
result in a risk of injury.
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•
Use only identical replacement parts when servicing a tool. Follow the
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.
SAFETY RULES FOR ROUTER
CAUTION: Cutting bits coast after the router is switched off.
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Hold the tool by the 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.
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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
base. Failure to heed this warning could result in personal injury and damage
to the motor.
•
Make sure that the motor housing does not move up or down when clamped
in the base. If the motor is not securely clamped in a base, adjustments will
not be accurate.
•
Tighten the 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 the collet/nut without a cutting bit installed in the collet/nut.
•
Use clamps or other practical ways to support the workpiece and secure it
to a stable platform, and to hold the workpiece rigidly in position. Holding
the workpiece by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to
loss of control.
•
Never hold the piece being cut in your hands or across your legs. It is
important to support and clamp the workpiece properly in order to minimize
body exposure, bit binding, and loss of control.
•
Clear the router-cutting-bit path of any obstructions before starting the motor.
Keep the cutting area clear of all foreign objects while motor is running.
•
Make sure that the cord will not “hang up” on the work piece or any other
object during routing operations.
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Make sure that the cutting bit is not in contact with the workpiece before the
switch is turned on. The bit must always be running at the full selected speed
before coming into contact with the workpiece.
•
Keep hands clear of the cutting bit when the motor is running to prevent
personal injury.
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Provide clearance under the workpiece for the router cutting bit when
through-cutting.
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Keep cutting pressure constant. Do not overload the motor.
•
Use only sharp cutting bits that are not chipped or cracked. Blunt cutting
bits will cause stalling and burn the workpiece.
•
Never use this router motor with a cutting bit larger than 1-1/2 inch in
diameter.
•
Always use cutting bits that are designed for this router. Never use cutting
bits that are larger in diameter than the opening in the router sub-base.
Cutting bits that have cutting diameters larger than the opening could cause
possible loss of control or create other hazardous conditions that could
cause serious personal injury.
•
Do not use large router cutting bits for freehand routing. Using large cutting
bits for freehand routing could cause loss of control or create hazardous
conditions that could result in serious personal injury. If using a router table,
large bits should be used for edging only.
•
Do not remove more than 1/8-inch of material in a single pass. Excessive
depth of cut can result in loss of control that could result in personal injury.
•
Turn the motor OFF after completing a cut, and let the motor come to a
complete stop before removing the router from the workpiece.
•
Allow the motor come to a complete stop before putting the router down.
Cutting bits coast after the power is turned off.
•
Disconnect the tool from the power source before making any adjustments
or changing cutting bits.
•
Do not touch the collet/nut or cutting bit with your hands or fingers if you
are changing a bit immediately after use. The heat buildup from cutting could
cause severe burns. Always use the wrench provided.
•
Avoid “climb cutting”. See “OPERATION” (pages 16-29) section in this
manual. “Climb-cutting” increases the chance for loss of control 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
reproductive 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 reduce 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.
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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 or eyes or lie 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 exposure. Direct
dust particles away from the 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
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, and
serious injury.
•
Always wear safety glasses or eye shields when using this router.
Everyday eyeglasses may have impact-resistant lenses, but they are NOT
safety glasses.
•
Protect your lungs. Wear a facemask or dust mask if the operation is dusty.
•
Protect your hearing. Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during
use. Under some conditions, noise from this product may contribute to
hearing loss.
•
All visitors and bystanders must wear the same safety equipment that the
operator of the router should wear.
•
Inspect the tool cord periodically and, if it is damaged, have it repaired at
your nearest Craftsman 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 whether it will operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and
any other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. A guard or other
part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced at a Craftsman
Service Center.
•
Inspect lumber and remove all nails before routing.
•
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently, and use them to instruct
others who may use this tool. If someone borrows this tool, make sure they
have these instructions also.
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UNPACKING
WARNING: Your router should never be connected to a power source when
you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or removing collets/
nuts or cutting bits, cleaning, or when it is not in use. Disconnecting the router
will prevent accidental starting, which could cause serious personal injury.
1.
Carefully lift the
router, with the 1/4-in. collet/ nut already installed, out of
the storage/carrying case and place it on a stable flat surface.
2.
Locate the following:
• Edge Guide
• Collet/nut wrench
• Detachable two-handle base
3.
Inspect the items carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage has
occurred during shipping. If any of the items mentioned is missing, (refer to
“PARTS LIST” illustration on page 10), 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 the router until the broken or missing parts are replaced.
Failure to do so could result in possibly serious injury.
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