Craftsman 572.610530 User Manual [en, es]

&EAÑ&

owner’s manual

WARNING:

For your own safety, read your owner’s manual before operating your rotary tool.

MODEL

NOS.

572.610520

572.610530

&

572.610720

CiiFTS^ii.

ROTARY POWER TOOLS

Refer to your service diagram for specific warranty information on your Craftsman Rotary Power Tool.

Consulte el diagrama de servicio para obtener información específica de garantía para su herramienta mecánica giratoria Craftsman.

¿Habla español? Ver página 7

® assembly ® operation ® maintenance ® repair parts

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

FOFtM NO 2610911273 2/S6

PRINTED IN U,S A

19. Do not alter or misuse tool — These tools are precision built. Any alteration or

modification not specified Is misuse and may

result in a dangerous condition- 25. WARNING: Use of damaged cords can shock, bum or electrocute.

24. Extension cords — An undersized cord will cause a drop In line voltage, resulting in loss of power and over-heating Use 18 gauge or heavier cord. NOTE: The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord (Extension cords are available)

proper outlet. To reduce the risk of electric shock do not change the plug in any way,

16. Avoid unintentional starting — Don’t 23. Polarized piugs ~ Your tool is equipped carry plugged-in tool with finger on switch. Be with a polarized plug (one blade Is wider than sure switch is off when plugged in, the other), this plug wilt fit in a polarized oultet

oniy one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug If it sti does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the

22. Your tool Is double insulated — And no grounding Is necessary The tool is equipped with a two wire cord and two prong plug which can be used in standard 120 volt A.C. outletsUse only identical replacement parts when service is required.

18. Stay alert — Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do noi operate tool when you are tired. Don’t use power tools after taking drugs, alcohol or medications

17. Outdoor use extension cords —^ When tool Is used outdoors, use only extension cords Intended for use outdoors and so marked

15. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches

— Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on

14. Disconnect tools — When not in use, before servicing, and when changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters

When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should always bs followed to raduce the risk of lire,

electric shock and personal Injury, Including the following:

READ AND SAVE ALL THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS:

1.Keep work area clean — Ciuitered areas and benches Invite Injuries

2.Avoid dangerous environment — Don't expose tools to rain,, Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations. Don’t use power tools in the presence of llammable liquids or gases Avoid chemica! or corrosive environments,

Keep work area welt llt-

3- Guard against electric shock — Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces For example: pipes, radiators, refrigerator enclosures

4* Keep children away — Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord All visitors should be kept away from work areas

5.Store idle tools — When noi in use, tools should be stored in dry, and high or locked-up place — oul of reach of children,

6.Don’t force tool — It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which It was intended

7.Use right tool — Don’t force small too! or attachment !o do the job of a heavy-duty tool. Oon 1 use tool for purpose not intended —™ for example — don’t use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs

8.Dress properly — Do not wear loose

clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors Wear protective half covering to contain tong hair

9.. Use safety glasses — Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty

10Don’t abuse cord — Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

11. Secure work — Use damps or vise to 20. Avoid gaseous areas — Do not operate hold work. It's safer than using your hand and portable electric tools in gaseous or explosive

	It frees both bands to operate tool.	atmospheres Motors in these tools normally
	12. Don't over-reach — Keep proper fooling	spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes
	and balance at all times,	21. Check for damaged parts — Before
	13. Maintain tools with care — Keep tools	further use of the tool, check for damaged
		parts Check for alignment of moving parts,
	sharp and clean for better and safer
		binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
	performance. Follow instructions for lubricat­
	ing and changing accessories Inspect tool	mounting, and any other conditions that may
		affect its Operation A part that is damaged
	cords periodically and. if damaged, have
	repaired by authorized service facility. Inspectshould be properly repaired or replaced by an
	extension cords periodically and replace if	authorized service center before further use
		of the toot Have defective switches replaced
	damaged. Keep handies dry. clean and free
	from oil and grease	by an authorized service center. Do not use
		tool it switch does not turn it on and off,

READ AND SAVE ALL THE PRECEDING INSTRUCTIONS

MAINTENANCE OF REPLACEABLE BRUSHES With the cord unplugged, remove the brush

Models 572 610520,572 610530 & 572 610720caps one at a time with a small screwdriver by

The brushes should be Inspected frequently	rotating cap counter-clockwise and check
when tools are used corttinuously. If your tool	each brush-
runs sporadically, loses power, makes	If the brush is less than 1/8" long and the end
unusual noises or runs at a reduced speed,	surface of the brush that contacts the	CAUTION:
check the brushes To continue using the tool	commutator is rough and/or pitted, they
in this condition will permanently damage	should be replaced Check both brushes	Any servicing of this tool (Excluding brush re­
your tool	Usually the brushes will not wear out simul­	placement for Models 572.610520,
CURVED END OF BRUSH	taneously. If one brush is worn out, replace	572 510530 & 572 610720) should be
	both brushes Make sure the brushes are	performed by an authorized service
	installed as illustrated. The curved surface of	representative
	the brush must match the curvature of the
	commutator,
	After replacing brushes the tool should be run
	at no-load; place it on a clean surface and runIMPORTANT!
	it freely for 5 minutes before loading (or using)Use of any accessories or attachments other
	the toolThis wi!i allow the brushes to “seaf	than those supplied by Sears may be
	properly and will give you more hours of life	hazardous

from each set of brushes. This will also extend the total lite of your tool since the com­ mutator surface will "wear" longer.

BEARINGS - Rotary Tool Nos,. 572.610520, 572.610530 & 572,610720 have double ball bearing construction. Under normal use neither type requires additional lubrication.

Page 2

Pag© 3

Here are examples of what a SEARS Craftsman tool can d o . . .

Sharpen Tools

Precise Drilling

Do not engage (octc while

BALANCING ACCESSORIES — For

the Rotary Tool Is running.

precision work, it is important that all

accessories be in good balance (much the

With the shaft lock engaged use the collet

same as the tires on your automobile), To true

wrench to toosen the collet nut if necessary.

up or balance an accessory, slightly loosen

Change accessories by inserting the new one

into the collet as far as possible to minimize

collet nut and give the accessory or collet a 1/4

turnRetighten collet nut and run the Rotary

runout and unbalance. With the shaft lock

ToolYou should be able to tell by the sound

engaged, finger lighten the collet nut unlit the

accessory shank is gripped by the collet Avoid

and fee! If your accessory is running in

excessive tightening of the collet nut. The

balance,. Continue adjusting in this fashion

until best balance is achieved To maintain

coliei system is a superior method of securing

A, WARNING

The Operation of any power

accessories-

balance on abrasive wheel points, before each

tool can result in foreign

COLLETS " Two different size collets (see

use, with the wheel point secured in the collet,

objects being thrown Into the eyes, which can

turn on the Rotary too! and run the Dressing

result in severe eye damage. Always wear

illustration), to accommodate different shank

Stone lighfiy against the revolving wheel point.

safely glasses or eye shields before com­

sizes, are available for your Rotary Tool,. To

This removes high spots and trues up the

mencing power tool operation, We

Install a different collet, remove the coHel nut

wheel point for good balance.

recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use

and remove the old collet. Insert the unslotted

over spectacles or standard safety glasses

end of the collet in the hole in the end of tfje

tool shaft.. Replace collet nut on the shaft

Do not Use grinding

Whenever you hoid the tool, be careful not to

Always use the coliet which matches the

wheels over 1" in dia­

cover the air vents with your hand. This blocks

shank size of the accessory you plan to

meter. Rotary Tool's high speed can cause

the air flow and causes the motor to overheat

use. Never force a larger diameter shank into

larger wheels to fly apart and could cause

a collet.

injury.

A WARNING

Always unplug rotary tool

before changing acces­

COLLCT iDENTIFlCATlON SMART — Collel sizes can

sories, changing collets or servicing your

rotary tool.

be identified by the rings on lha back end of colletSAFETY ^— Protect your eyes when grinding

COLLET — To loosen, first press shaft iock

1/32' Collet has one (1) ririg

or routing with the Rotary Tool .always wear

an approved type of safety glasses

button and rotate the shaft by hand until the

1/1B' Collet has two (2) rings

lock engages the shaft preventing further

3/32’ Collet has threa (3) rings

rotation.

1/8” Collet has no rifigs

Remember, your new Sears Rotary Tool is the

finest power tool of its kind. But its

performance is, .only as, good as the

accessories with which It is usedWe recommend only Sears accessories be used. Use of any other accessories may create a hazard. We hope you’ll enjoy many years of trouble free pleasure from your Sears Craftsman Rotary Power Too!

USE ONLY RECOMMENDED

w Cw w'CJ w i* I

Getting the most out of your Rotary Tod Is a matter of learning how to let this speed work for you

Needs for Slower Speeds

Certain materials, however, (some plastics, for example) require a retativeiy slow speed because at nigh speed the friction of the tool generates heat and causes the plastic to meit

It is this high speed, along with its compact size and wide variety of special accessories, that makes the Rotary Tool different from other power tools The speed enables it to do jobs low speed toots cannot do, such as cutting hardened steel, engraving glass, etc.

If you have a single-speed or two-speed model, you will be able to use many accessories to do a wide assortment of Jobs. For the majority of applications, ai) models of the Rotary Tool should be used at top speed

The real secret of the Rotary Tool is its speed. To understand the advantages of Its high speed, you have to know that the standard portable electric driit runs at speeds up to 2,800 revolutions per minute. The Rotary Tool operates at speeds up to 30,000 revolutions per minute The typical eiectric drill is a iowspeed, high torque too!; the Rotary Tool is just the opposite - a high-speed, low torque tool The chief difference to the user is that in the high speed tools, the speed combined with

the accessory mounted in the collet doss the

work. You don’t appiy pressure to the tool, butTooi like a pencil between your thumb and simply hold and guide it In the iow speed forefinger.

tools, you not only guide the toot, but also apply pressure to it, as you do, for example, when drilling a hole

There are three basic types of Rotary Tools: single speed, two-speed and variable speed models On the single speed model, there is an ON-OFF switch. When the switch is on, the tool runs at 28,000 RPM On the two- speed-mode!, there Is a LO and H! switch. When the switch indicator Is on the low setting, the tool runs at about 20,000 RPM. When the switch indicator is on the high setting, the tool runs at about 30,000 RPM, On the variable speed model, there is a switch indicator with a white line on it. Slide to the number on the housing to select the operating speed needed from 5,000 - 30,000 RPM You can refer to the charts on page 5 to determine the proper speed, based on the material being worked and the type of cutter Of other accessory being used These charts enable you to select both the correct acces­ sory and the optimum speed at a glance

practice piece of material. Vary speed to find the best speed for the accessory you are using and the Job to be done

XA eibJjSir'i this AAHf ctAAisH fAf OQAK IAK fictA a

I iw* It Iw sJyill WjFiiWww ICi? iJww CA

The Rotary Tooi is a handful of high-speed power !t serves as a carver, a grinder, polisher, Sander, cutter, power brush, dril! and more

Usually, it is best to make a series of passes with the tooi rather than attempt to do all the

Set the speed indicator to fit the job; to achieve the best job results when working with different materials, the speed of the

work In one pass To make a cut, for example,Rotary Toot should be regulated. Only a full pass the tool back and forth over the work, wave output speed control such as the Sears much as you would a smali paint brush Cut a Model 2514 {available from catalog only)

The Rotary Tool has a smali, poweriul elsclrfc little materiai on each pass until you reach theshould be used with the Model 572.610520, motor, is comfortable in the hand, and is desired depth. For most work, the deft, gentle Models 572.610530 & 572.610720 Rotary made to accept a large variety of accessories touch is best With it, you have the best Tools have an integral speed control and an including abrasive wheeis, drill bits, wire control, are less likely to make errors, and will external speed control should never be used brushes, polishers, engraving cutters, router get the most efficient work out of the with these tools

bits, and cutting wheels Accessories come irt accessory. a variety of shapes and permit you to do a

number of different jobs. As you become familiar with the range of accessories and their uses, you will learn just how versatile the Rotary Tool is. You'll see dozens of uses you hadn't thought of before now

Tool

Rotary Power

Operating Speeds & Accessories

Craftsman

Instead, lower the spinning accessory lightly to the work and allow it to touch the point at which you want cutting (or sanding or etching, etc) to begin. Concentrate on guiding the tool over the work using very iittie pressure from your handAllow the accessory to do the work-

Using the					Slow speeds (15,000 RPM or iess) usually
					are best for polishing operations employing
					the felt polishing accessories. They may also
Rotary Power	This is the "handgrip" method of holding the				be best for working on deticate projects as
	tool used for operations such as grinding a flat"eggsry" work, delicate wood carving and
Too!	surface or using cutoff wheels.				fragile model parts You should always do
					polishing with wire brush accessories at
					slower speeds and never higher than 15,000
Read the next seciions carefully They will			When using the steel		RPM
		SitIWftHNJNGi			Higher speeds are better for carving, cutting,
help you use your Rotary Tool correctly and			saws, cutoff wheels, high
help you Select the correct accessory for your	speed cutters or tungstett carbide cutters,				routing, shaping, cutting dadoes or rabbets In
job	always have the work securely clamped.				wood
..The first step in learning to use the Rotary	Never attempt to hold the work with one				Hardwoods, metals and glass require high
	hand while using any of these				speed operation, and drilling should also be
Tool is to get the "feel" of it. Hold it in your	accessories. The reason is that these				done at high speeds
hand and feel Its weight and balance. Feet thewheels will grab if they become slightly
taper of the housing. This taper permits the	canted in the groove, and can kfckback
Rotary Tool to be grasped much like a pen or causing loss			of control resoiting in
pencil	serious injury. Your second hand should
When you turn on the tool for the first time,	be used to steady and guide the hand
hold it away from your lace. Accessories can	holding the took When a cutoff wheel
be damaged during handling, and can fly	grabs, the wheel itself usually breaks.
apart as they come up to speed This is not	When the steel saw, high speed cutters or
common, but it does happen	tungsten carbide cutter grab, it may Jump
Practice on scrap materiats first to see how	from the groove and you could lose
	control of the tool
the Rotary Tooi cuts. Keep in mind that the
work is done by the speed of the tool and by					The speed of the Rotary Tool is cortlrolled by
the accessory in the coitet. You should not
lean on or push the tool into the work					setting this indicator on the housing,

Page 4