Operator’s Manual
Craftsman Professional
6.5 Amp Palm Router
Model No. 320. 28212
CAUTION! Read, understand and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions in this Manual before using this product.
•Warranty
•Safety
•Unpacking
•Description
•Operation
•Maintenance
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
www.craftsman.com
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Warranty |
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Safety Symbols |
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Safety Instructions |
Pages 4-10 |
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Unpacking |
Pages 11-12 |
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Description |
Pages 13-15 |
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Assembly |
Page 15 |
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Operation |
Pages 16-29 |
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Maintenance |
Pages 29-30 |
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Parts list |
Pages 31-34 |
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Sears Repair Parts Phone and Numbers |
Back Cover |
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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
in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool
operation, ALWAYS wear safety goggles or safety glasses
side shield and a full-face shield when needed.
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
•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.
•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
•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.
•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.
•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.
•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.
•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.
•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.
•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 a three-wire grounded power cord and grounded power-supply system. Applicable only to Class II (doubleinsulated) tools.
•This router motor is double insulated.
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.
•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.
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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.
•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.
•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.
•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.
•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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