Craftsman 351217240 Owner’s Manual

Operator's Manual

CRRFTSMRN

41/8"

Bench Top

JOINTER/PLANER

Model No.

351.217240

CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating

Instructions before First Use

of this Product.

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

3741.01 Draft (03/05/99)

Warranty.................................. 2

SafetyRules.............................. 2-3

Unpacking................................. 3

Assembly................................. 3

Installation............................... 3-5

Operation................................ 5-8

Maintenance............................ 9-10

Troubleshooting............................ 11

PartsIllustrationandList.................. 12-13

EspaSol............................... 14-23

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN 4118"JOINTER/PLANER

If this Craftsman Jointer/Planer fails due to a defect in

material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, contact the nearest Sears in-home major brand repair service in the United States, and Sears will repair it, free of charge.

If this jointer/planer is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty will apply for 90 days from the date of purchase.

This warranty applies only while the product is in the United States. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary

from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman

Estates, IL 60179

WARNING: For your own safety, read all of the rules and precautions before operating tool.

CAUTION: Always follow proper operating procedures as defined in this manual even if you are familiar with use of this or similar tools. Remember that being care-

less for even a fraction of a second can result in severe personal injury.

BE PREPARED FOR JOB

• Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts of machine.

• Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

• Wear safety shoes with non-slip soles.

• Wear safety glasses complying with United States ANSI Z87.1. Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses. They are NOT safety glasses.

• Wear face mask or dust mask if operation is dusty.

• Be alert and think clearly. Never operate power tools when tired, intoxicated or when taking medications

that cause drowsiness.

PREPARE WORK AREA FOR JOB

• Keep work area clean. Cluttered work areas invite accidents.

. Do not use power . Do not use power

not expose power

. Work area should be properly lighted. . Proper electrical receptacle should be available for

tool. Three prong plug should be plugged directly

into properly grounded, three-prong receptacle.

. Extension cords should have a grounding prong and

the three wires of the extension cord should be of the correct gauge.

. Keep visitors at a safe distance from work area. . Keep children out of workplace. Make workshop child-

proof. Use padlocks, master switches or remove switch keys to prevent any unintentional use of power tools.

tools in dangerous environments. tools in damp or wet locations. Do

tools to rain.

TOOL SHOULD BE MAINTAINED

• Always unplug tool prior to inspection.

• Consult manual for specific maintaining and adjust- ing procedures.

• Keep tool lubricated and clean for safest operation.

• Remove adjusting tools. Form habit of checking to see that adjusting tools are removed before switch- ing machine on.

• Keep all parts in working order. Check to determine

that the guard or other parts will operate properly

and perform their intended function.

• Check for damaged parts. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding, breakage, mounting and any other condition that may affect a tool's operation.

• A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced. Do not perform makeshift repairs. (Use parts list provided to order replacement parts.)

KNOW HOW TO USE TOOL

• Use right tool for job. Do not force tool or attachment

to do a job for which it was not designed.

• Disconnect tool when changing blades.

• Avoid accidental start-up. Make sure that the switch is in the OFF position before plugging in.

• Do not force tool. It will work most efficiently at the rate for which it was designed.

• Keep hands away from moving parts and cutting surfaces.

• Never leave tool running unattended. Turn the power off and do not leave tool until it comes to a complete

stop.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance.

• Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if tool is

tipped or if blade is unintentionally contacted.

• Know your tool. Learn the tool's operation, applica-

tion and specific limitations.

• Use recommended accessories (refer to page 13). Use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.

• Handle workpiece correctly. Protect hands from pos- sible injury.

° Turn machine off if it jams. Blade jams when it digs

too deeply into workpiece. (Motor force keeps it

stuck in the work.)

• Always keep drive, cutterhead and blade guards in place and in proper operating condition.

• Feed work into blade or cutter against direction of rotation.

CAUTION: Think safety! Safety is a combination of operator common sense and alertness at all times when tool is being used.

WARNING: Do not attempt to operate tool until it is completely assembled according to the instructions.

Refer to Figure 1 below. Check for shipping damage. If damage has occurred, a

claim must be filed with carrier. Check for complete- ness. Immediately report missing parts to dealer.

The jointer/planer is shipped complete in one carton. Additional parts which need to be fastened to jointer/planer should be located and accounted for before assembling.

A Jointer Bed Assembly B Fence

C Push Blocks (2) D Left Trunnion

E Right Trunnion Hardware bag includes:

• 5-0.8 x 8mm Socket Head Bolts (4)

° 5mm Lockwasher (4)

• 5-0.8 x 10mm Flat Head Screw (4)

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Figure 1 - Unpacking

Refer to Figure 2.

ASSEMBLE TRUNNIONS TO FENCE

The trunnion with scale is the left trunnion and the trun- nion with plunger is the right trunnion. Trunnions are

attached to the rear of the fence. To attach trunnion:

• Attach the left trunnion to the left rear end of the fence by fastening two 5-0.8 x 10mm flat head

screws from the front side of the fence.

• Attach the right trunnion to the right rear end of the fence by fastening two 5-0.8 x 10mm flat head

screws from the front side of the fence.

• Make sure the trunnions are secure and the screw

heads are inside the fence.

ASSEMBLE FENCE

• Attach fence assembly to jointer bed assembly using four socket head bolts and lock washers.

• Make sure that the fence assembly is secure.

Figure2 - Assemble Fence

The jointer/planer weighs approximately 40 Ibs. when completely assembled. The jointer/planer must be installed in a place with ample lighting and correct power supply. To install jointer/planter:

• Make sure there is plenty of room for moving the

workpiece through the entire cut. There must be enough room that neither the operators nor the bystanders will have to stand in line with the wood while using the tool.

• Jointer/planer can be installed on work using bolts,

Iockwashers and hex nuts (not supplied) or using wood screws (not supplied).

° The 1/4"holes (see Figure 3, page 4) are intended for

installing jointer/planer using bolts, Iockwashers and hex nuts.

° The 5/32"holes (see Figure 3, page 4) are intended

for installing jointer/planer using wood screws.

• Bolt or clamp the jointer/planer to a firm, level surface.

• Make sure the jointer/planer does not rock and the tables are level.

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Figure 3 - Installing Jointer/Planer

POWER SOURCE

WARNING: Do not connect jointer/planer to the power

source until all assembly steps have been completed. The motor is designed for operation on the voltage and

frequency specified. Normal loads will be handled safe- ly on voltages not more than 10% above or below spec- ified voltage. Running the unit on voltages which are not within range may cause overheating and motor burn- out. Heavy loads require that voltage at motor terminals be no less than the voltage specified on nameplate.

. Power supply to the motor is controlled by a rocker

switch. Removing the key from rocker switch will lock

the unit and prevent unauthorized use.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Improper connection of equipment

grounding conductor can result in the risk of electrical shock. Equipment should be grounded while in use to protect operator from electrical shock.

. Check with a qualified electrician if you do not

understand grounding instructions or if you are in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.

. This tool is equipped with an approved cord rated at

150V and a 3-prong grounding type plug (see Figure

4) for your protection against shock hazards.

. Grounding plug should be plugged directly into a

properly installed and grounded 3-prong grounding-

type receptacle, as shown (see Figure 4).

Properly Grounded Outlet

Grounding Prong

3-Prong Plug

Figure 4 - 3-Prong Receptacle

. Do not remove or alter grounding prong in any manner.

In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electrical shock.

WARNING: Do not permit fingers to touch the termi- nals of plug when installing or removing from outlet.

. Plug must be plugged into matching outlet that is

properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Do not modify plug provided. If it will not fit in outlet, have proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

. Inspect tool cords periodically, and if damaged, have

repaired by an authorized service facility.

° Green (or green and yellow) conductor in cord is the

grounding wire. If repair or replacement of the elec-

tric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the

green (or green and yellow) wire to a live terminal.

. A 2-prong wall receptacle must be replaced with a

properly grounded 3-prong receptacle installed in accordance with National Electric Code and local

codes and ordinances.

WARNING: Any receptacle replacement should be performed by a qualified electrician.

A temporary 3-prong to 2-prong grounding adapter (see Figure 5) is available for connecting plugs to a two pole outlet if it is properly grounded.

Grounding Lug MakeSureThis

Ada

Is Connected

To A Known

3-Prong Plug Ground

2-Prong Receptacle

Figure 5 - 2-Prong Receptacle with Adapter

. Do not use a 3-prong to 2-prong grounding adapter

unless permitted by local and national codes and ordinances. (A 3-prong to 2-prong grounding adapter is not permitted in Canada.)

Where a 3-prong to 2-prong grounding adapter is permitted, the rigid green tab or terminal on the side of the adapter must be securely connected to a permanent electrical ground such as a properly grounded water pipe, a properly grounded outlet box or a properly grounded wire system.

. Many cover plate screws, water pipes and outlet

boxes are not properly grounded. To ensure proper ground, grounding means must be tested by a quali-

fied electrician.

EXTENSION CORDS

° The use of any extension cord will cause some drop

in voltage and loss of power.

. Wires of the extension cord must be of sufficient size

to carry the current and maintain adequate voltage.

. Use the table to determine the minimum wire size

(A.W.G.) extension cord.

. Use only 3-wire extension cords having 3-prong

grounding type plugs and 3-pole receptacles which accept the tool plug.

. If the extension cord is worn, cut or damaged in any

way, replace it immediately.

EXTENSION CORD LENGTH Wire Size A.W.G.

Up to 50 ft ................................ 16

50-100 ft.................................. 14

NOTE: Using extension cords over 100 ft. long is not recommended.

MOTOR

Jointer/planer is supplied with a % HP (max developed) motor.

The 120 Volt AC universal motor has the following specifications:

Horsepower (Maximum Developed) .............. %

Voltage ................................. 120

Amperes ................................ 5.0

Hertz .................................... 60

Phase ................................ Single

RPM .................................. 8000

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

WARNING: Make sure unit is turned off and discon- nected from power source before inspecting any wiring.

The unit is wired as illustrated in the wiring schematic (see Figure 6).

Switch

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To _ zL =,fj_ ToMotor _ Power

White_ White

Figure 6 - Wiring Schematic

The motor is assembled with an approved three con- ductor cord to be used on 120 volts as indicated. The

power supply to the motor is controlled by a double pole locking rocker switch.

• Remove the key to prevent unauthorized use. The power lines are inserted directly onto the switch.

The green ground line must remain securely fastened to the frame to properly protect against electrical shock.

DESCRIPTION

Craftsman 41/8'' jointer/planer is used to surface the faces and edges of boards, produce a flat surface on warped

boards and shape bevels, chamfers and tapers. The joint- er/planer features cast aluminum infeed and outfeed tables, lightweight plastic body with smooth work sur-

faces and leadscrews for precise table height adjustment. Balanced guide fence tilts 45° (inward) and 45° (outward). Tool comes with locking rocker switch with removable key

and push blocks. Jointer/planer easily handles rough-cut lumber, planes hard and soft woods up to 41/8'' wide using a two blade cutterhead, and takes cuts up to 1/8".

OPERATION SAFETY RULES

Jointing is a surfacing operation in which a small amount of wood is removed from the edges and faces of boards to get smooth, straight and even surfaces such

that the two edges that run across the planing blocks

would fit together perfectly, forming a seamless joint. Planing refers to the sizing of lumber to a desired thick-

ness while creating a level surface parallel to the oppo- site size of the board. Depth of cut is the term used to indicate how deep the blades will cut into the workpiece.

WARNING: Operation of any power tool can result in

foreign objects being thrown into eyes which can result

in severe eye damage. Always wear safety goggles complying with United States ANSI Z87.1 (shown on package) before commencing power tool operation.

WARNING: For your own safety, read all of the instructions and safety precautions before operating

tool.

• Know general power tool safety. Make sure all pre-

cautions are understood (see pages 2, 3, 5 and 6).

° Whenever adjusting or replacing any parts on

jointer/planer, turn switch off and remove plug from

power source.

• Make sure all guards are properly attached and

securely fastened.

• Make sure all moving parts are free from interference.

• Always wear eye protection or face shield.

• Make sure blades are aligned and properly attached to cutterhead.

° Do not plug in jointer/planer unless switch is in "off"

position. After turning switch on, allow jointer/planer

to come to full speed before operating.

• Keep hands clear of all moving parts.

• Do not force cut. Slowing or stalling will overheat

motor.

• Use quality lumber. Blades last longer and cuts are

smoother with good quality wood.

• Do not perform jointing/planing operations on materi-

al shorter than 6W', narrower than 3/4",or less than 1/4"thick

° Never make jointing cut deeper than W'.

• Always keep cutterhead and blade guards in proper

working condition.

• Maintain the proper relationships of infeed and out- feed table surfaces and cutterhead blade path.

• Do not back the work toward the infeed table.

• Support the workpiece adequately at all times during

operation; maintain control of the workpiece.

° Use hold-down/push blocks for jointing material nar-

rower than 3" or planing material thinner than 3".

• Take precautions against kickback. Do not permit any-

one to stand or cross in line of cutterhead's rotation. Kickback or thrown debris will travel in this direction.

• Turn switch off and disconnect power whenever jointer/planer is not in use.

. Replace or sharpen blades as they become damaged

or dull.

o Do not attempt to perform an abnormal or little used

operation without study and the use of adequate hold- down/push blocks, jigs, fixtures, stops and the like.

° Keep jointer/planer maintained. Follow maintenance

instructions (see pages 9-10).

DEPTH OF CUT

Refer to Figure 7. The depth of cut is adjusted by the relative positioning

of the infeed table with respect to the cutterhead. Infeed table can be raised or lowered using the handwheel.

Turning the handwheel counterclockwise will lower the infeed table causing more wood to be removed from workpiece. Turning the handwheel clockwise will raise the infeed table causing less wood to be removed from workpiece.

Do not make jointing or planing cuts deeper than 1/8".

Infeed Table

POSITIONING FENCE

Refer to Figure 9.

The fence can be adjusted to cut various angles from 0o-45° inward and outward. The fence can be tilted

inward up to 45 ° (toward the cutterhead) to maintain greater stability of a narrow workpiece or up to 45° out- ward (away from cutterhead) for larger angle cutting operations.

To adjust fence position: . Loosen fence lock knobs from both sides of the fence.

. The angle setting is marked on the left fence seg-

ment piece.

. The right fence segment has a positive stop pin to

stop fence at 45 ° inward, 0° (90° to table) and at 45° outward.

. To tilt fence, gently lift the pin and the fence can be

tilted to any desired angle within the range.

. To lock fence, release the pin and tighten the fence

lock knobs.

Depth of Cut Hand Knob

Figure 7 - Depth of Cut

CHECK DEPTH OF CUT

Refer to Figure 8.

° Place a straight edge on the outfeed table extending

over the infeed table.

. Measure from the surface of the infeed table to the bot-

tom of the straight edge. This will be the depth of cut.

Outfeed Table _ A/_ Max Depth

Figure 8 - Check Depth of Cut r_

NOTE: This jointer/planer will make a maximum l/j,

deep cut. To reduce the danger of kickback and possi- ble injury, the depth of cut should not exceed 1/18".

CAUTION: Make sure the switch is in the "off" position and the cord is unplugged from power source before performing this check.

Figure 9 - Adjust Fence

BLADE GUARD

The blade guard provides protection over the cutter- head. It must always be in place and function properly.

Check the guard to make sure it functions properly. To check:

. Pass a 1/4"thick piece of wood over the cutterhead

between the guard and the fence. The guard will spread and leave way for the wood piece to pass. The guard must return to the original position auto- matically when the wood piece is removed.

. Open the blade guard all the way until it stops, and

release it several times. It should always return to its original position by spring action.

CAUTION: If the blade guard fails to operate properly,

the spring must be replaced or adjusted.

. To replace spring, contact your nearest Sears store

or service center.

° To adjust or to assemble spring see "Adjusting Blade

Guard", page 9.

ADJUSTING BLADE HEIGHT

Refer to Figures 10 and 11.

CAUTION: Make sure the switch is in the "OFF" posi- tion and cord is unplugged before proceeding with checking blades.

The blades have been adjusted at the factory to assure proper operation and should require no adjustment.

However, shipping and handling may have caused mis-

alignment. For accurate cutting, the blades must be

0.003" higher than the outfeed table when positioned at the highest point. To check blade height:

• Block the blade guard from closing using a scrap piece of wood about 4-1/," long between the fence and blade guard.

Blade Clam Cutter

Clamp

Guard

Figure 10 - Block Blade Guard

• Turn the cutterhead so that one of the blades is at the highest position.

CAUTION: The cutterhead blades are extremely sharp. Do not let your fingers contact the cutting edge at any time.

• Place a straightedge over the outfeed table and the blade.

Back Side of Machine

AVOID DAMAGE TO BLADES

Jointer/planer is a precision woodworking machine and should only be used on quality lumber. Using bad lumber could result in a poor quality cut on subsequent pieces.

For proper operation, it is preferable to use the jointer with a dust collecting system (see "Using a Vacuum Hose", page 8) attached to the exhaust port in the rear of the jointer. Attaching a dust collecting system is especially

required when taking deeper cuts to prevent clogging of wood chips.

• Do not use dirty boards. Dirt and stones are abrasive

and will wear blade.

• Remove nails and staples. Jointer should only cut wood.

• Avoid knots. Heavy cross-grain makes knots hard

and they can come loose and jam the jointer.

• Assess value of badly warped boards. Operator can

be tempted to use too deep of cut to square boards quickly. Use several passes to maintain a level surface.

ON-OFF SWITCH

Refer to Figure 12. The operating positions of the "On-Off" switch are locat-

ed on the front of your jointer/planer.

• Push the switch up to turn jointer/planer On and

push down to turn the unit Off.

• The switch has a removable key that allows the unit

to be locked in the "Off" position.

To activate locking mechanism:

• Push the switch to "Off" position.

• Pull switch key. To deactivate locking mechanism:

• Insert and press switch key in the slot on switch.

Straightedge,

Outfeed Table

Figure 11 - Adjust Blade Height

• The straight edge must touch evenly on the outfeed table at both ends of the blade.

• Turn the cutterhead slowly, and check if the blade

lightly touches the straight edge.

• If the straightedge raises, loosen the blade lock screws and gently tap the blade with a piece of scrap wood. If the blade does not touch the straight- edge, loosen the blade lock screws and raise the blade by prying the lower edge of the blade against the outfeed table using a screwdriver.

• Tighten blade lock screws.

Switch

__ Switch Key

Figure 12 - On-Off Switch

WARNING: Be sure the switch is in "OFF" position and the cord is unplugged from the power source before removing switch key.

FEEDING WORKPIECE

Refer to Figures 13, 14, 15 and 16, page 8.

Feed rate refers to rate at which wood is passed over blades. An even feed will produce a uniform service. To feed workpiece:

• Hold the board firmly down on both tables and

against the fence.

• Keep fingers close together.

Feed the board at a continuous even rate of speed. Any hesitation or stopping could cause a "step" to be cut on the edge of the board.

Figure 13 - FeedingWorkpiece

• As the trailing hand passes over the cutterhead,

remove the leading hand.

• Continue feeding while placing the leading hand behind the trailing hand until the entire length of the

board is cut.

Figure 14 - Guiding Workpiece

• Feed with the grain whenever possible.

Rotation

Figure 16- Feeding with Push Blocks

• Grasp the hold-down/push-blocks firmly.

• Position the push-blocks flat on top of workpiece and push the workpiece down against the table.

• Use a hand-over-hand motion to maintain control over the workpiece at all times.

• When planing workpiece between 1__3/4,,and nar- rower than the push-blocks, tilt the push-blocks so

that it clears the cutterhead guard while feeding.

BEVELING AND CHAMFERING

Refer to Figure 17.

• The fence on the jointer/planer is adjustable from 45° inward to 45° outward. Adjust the fence to the desired angle and tighten fence lock knobs. You may require to lift the positive pin to move fence.

• Beveling refers to cutting the entire edge of a board at an angle. Bevelling may require several passes due to the depth of cut needed.

• Chamfering refers to removing only the corner of the edge of a board. Normally a chamfer is made on one pass; so a _/_6"depth of cut is made.

Bevel Edge

Rotation

Figure 15 - Direction of Feed

• Ifthe nature of the workpiece is such that it must be fed

against the grain, take very light cuts and feed slowly.

• When using long workpieces, to avoid injury from slips or kickbacks and to exert even pressure on the cutter- head, use extra supports (see Recommended Accessories, page 13) at both infeed and outfeed ends.

USING HOLD DOWN/PUSH BLOCKS

Refer to Figure 16.

• Always use hold-down/push-blocks when jointing, or rabbeting wood that is narrower than 3", planing

wood thinner than 3".

Chamfer Edge

Figure 17 - Beveling and Chamfering

USING A VACUUM HOSE

A standard dust collection hose can be attached to the exhaust port (2 _/2"Dia.) on the rear of the jointer. Jointer

will perform properly at all depths of cuts up to _/8"when used with a dust collecting system. (See "Avoid Damage

to Blades", page 7.) To attach a dust collecting system:

• Insert the dust collection hose to the exhaust port on the rear of the jointer.

• Turn the dust collecting system on.

• Turn the jointer on.

• Periodically replace/empty bag in the dust collecting

system.

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