Craftsman 572.6112 User Manual
Owner’s Manual
ROTARY POWER TOOLS
Model No. 572.611200
Caution:
Before using this product,
read this manual and follow
all its Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
2610925488 10/04
• Safety
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts
• Español, p. 23
Table of Contents Page
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Power Tool Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Functional Description and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-10
Speed Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-13
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-18
Attachments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19-22
Service Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Español . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24-48
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY
ON CRAFTSMAN ROTARY POWER TOOL
If this Craftsman Rotary Power Tool fails to give complete satisfaction within one
year from the date of purchase,
IN THE UNITED STATES
RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE
, and Sears will repair it, free of charge.
If this Craftsman Rotary Power Tool is used for commercial or rental purposes, this
warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
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. 817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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POWER TOOL SAFETY RULES
WARNING
!
Keep your work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered benches and dark areas invite
accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
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.
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. Before
plugging in the tool, be certain the outlet
voltage supplied is within the voltage
marked on the nameplate. 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.
risk of electric shock if your body is
grounded. If operating the power tool in
damp locations is unavoidable, a Ground
Fault Circuit Interrupter must be used to
supply the power to your tool. Electrician’s
rubber gloves and footwear will further
enhance your personal safety.
Don't expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions.
increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the
cord to carry the tools or pull the plug
from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat,
oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
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."
use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA
Power
Electrical Safety
There is an increased
Water entering a power tool will
Replace
These cords are rated for outdoor
Personal Safety
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use tool while tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication.
operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away
from moving parts.
or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil
and grease.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch
is “OFF” before plugging in.
with your finger on the switch or plugging in
tools that have the switch “ON” invites
accidents.
Remove adjusting keys or wrenches
before turning the tool ON.
key that is left attached to a rotating part of
the tool may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times.
and balance enables better control of the tool
in unexpected situations.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye
protection.
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must
be used for appropriate conditions.
A moment of inattention while
Loose clothes, jewelry,
Carrying tools
A wrench or a
Proper footing
Dust mask, non-skid safety
Tool Use and Care
Use clamps or other practical way to
secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform.
or against your body is unstable and may
lead to loss of control.
Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for
your application.
job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed.
Do not use tool if switch does not turn it
ON or OFF.
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
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Holding the work by hand
The correct tool will do the
Any tool that cannot be
risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Store idle tools out of reach of children
and other untrained persons.
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting
tools sharp and clean.
tools, with sharp cutting edges are less likely
to bind and are easier to control. Any
alteration or modification is a misuse and
may result in a dangerous condition.
Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect the tools
operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using.
caused by poorly maintained tools. Develop
a periodic maintenance schedule for your
tool.
Use only accessories that are
recommended by the manufacturer for
Properly maintained
Many accidents are
Tools are
SAFETY RULES FOR ROTARY TOOLS
your model.
suitable for one tool, may become
hazardous when used on another tool.
Accessories that may be
Service
Tool service must be performed only by
qualified repair personnel.
maintenance performed by unqualified
personnel could result in a risk of injury. For
example: internal wires may be misplaced or
pinched, safety guard return springs may be
improperly mounted.
When servicing a tool, use only identical
replacement parts. Follow 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. Certain cleaning
agents such as gasoline, carbon
tetrachloride, ammonia, etc. may damage
plastic parts.
Service or
Accessories must be rated for at least the
speed recommended on the tool warning
label.
Wheels and other accessories running
over rated speed can fly apart and cause
injury.
Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces
when performing an operation where the
cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or
its own cord.
make exposed metal parts of the tool "live"
and shock the operator. If cutting into existing
walls or other blind areas where electrical
wiring may exist is unavoidable, disconnect
all fuses or circuit breakers feeding this
worksite.
Do not operate the flexible shaft with a
sharp bend.
generate excessive heat on the jacket or
hand piece. The recommended minimum is
6" radius.
Always disconnect the power cord from
the power source before making any
adjustments or attaching any accessories.
You may unexpectedly cause the tool to start
leading to serious personal injury.
Be aware of the switch location, when
placing the tool down or when picking the
tool up.
switch.
Always hold the hand piece firmly in your
hands during the start-up.
torque of the motor, as it accelerates to full
speed, can cause the shaft to twist.
Always wear safety goggles and dust
Contact with a "live" wire will
Over bending the shaft can
You may accidentally activate the
The reaction
mask. Use only in well ventilated area.
Using personal safety devices and working in
safe environment reduces risk of injury.
After changing the bits or making any
adjustments, make sure the collet nut and
any other adjustment devices are securely
tightened.
unexpectedly shift, causing loss of control,
loose rotating components will be violently
thrown.
Do not reach in the area of the spinning
bit.
The proximity of the spinning bit to your
hand may not always be obvious.
Allow brushes to run at operating speed
for at least one minute before using
wheel. During this time no one is to stand
in front or in line with the brush.
bristles or wires will be discharged during the
run-in time.
Wire and bristle brushes must never be
operated at speeds greater than
15,000/min. Direct the discharge of the
spinning wire brush away from you.
particles and tiny wire fragments may be
discharged at high velocity during the
“cleaning” action with these brushes and may
become imbedded in your skin. Bristles or
wires will be discharged from the brush at
high speeds.
Carefully handle both the tool and
individual grinding wheels to avoid
chipping or cracking. Install a new wheel
if tool is dropped while grinding. Do not
use a wheel that may be damaged.
Loose adjustment device can
Loose
Small
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Fragments from a wheel that bursts during
operation will fly away at great velocity
possibly striking you or bystanders.
Never use dull or damaged bits. Sharp
bits must be handled with care.
bits can snap during use. Dull bits require
more force to push the tool, possibly causing
the bit to break.
Use clamps to support workpiece
whenever practical. Never hold a small
workpiece in one hand and the tool in the
other hand while in use. Allow for
sufficient space, at least 6", between your
hand and the spinning bit.
such as dowel rods, pipes or tubing have a
tendency to roll while being cut, and may
cause the bit to “bite” or jump toward you.
Clamping a small workpiece allows you to
use both hands to control the tool.
Inspect your workpiece before cutting.
When cutting irregularly shaped
workpieces, plan your work so it will not
slip and pinch the bit and be torn from
your hand.
make sure there are no nails or foreign
objects in the workpiece. Nails or foreign
objects can cause the bit to jump.
Never start the tool when the bit is
engaged in the material.
edge may grab the material causing loss of
control of the cutter.
Avoid bouncing and snagging the wheel,
especially when working corners, sharp
edges etc.
and kick-back.
The direction of feed with the bit into the
material when carving, routing or cutting
is very important. Always feed the bit into
the material in the same direction as the
cutting edge is exiting from the material
(which is the same direction as the chips
are thrown).
direction, causes the cutting edge of the bit to
climb out of the work and pull the tool in the
direction of this feed.
If the workpiece or bit becomes jammed
or bogged down, turn the tool “OFF” by
the switch. Wait for all moving parts to
stop and unplug the tool, then work to
free the jammed material.
the tool is left “ON” the tool could restart
unexpectedly causing serious personal injury.
Do not leave a running tool unattended,
turn power off.
complete stop it is safe to put it down.
Do not grind or sand near flammable
materials.
these materials.
For example, if carving wood,
This can cause loss of control
Feeding the tool in the wrong
Only when tool comes to a
Sparks from the wheel could ignite
Damaged
Round material
The bit cutting
If the switch to
Do not touch the bit or collet after use.
After use the bit and collet are too hot to be
touched by bare hands.
Regularly clean the tool's air vents with
compressed air.
powdered metal inside the motor housing
may cause electrical failures.
Do not allow familiarity gained from
frequent use of your rotary tool to become
commonplace.
careless fraction of a second is sufficient to
inflict severe injury.
Do not alter or misuse tool. Any alteration
or modification is a misuse and may result in
serious personal injury.
This product is not intended for use as a
dental drill, in human or veterinary
medical applications.
result.
When using the steel saws, cutoff wheels,
high speed cutters or tungsten carbide
cutters, always have the work securely
clamped. Never attempt to hold the work
with one hand while using any of these
accessories.
wheels will grab if they become slightly
canted in the groove, and can kickback
causing loss of control resulting in serious injury. Your second hand should be used to
steady and guide the hand holding the tool.
When a cutoff wheel grabs, the wheel itself
usually breaks. When the steel saw, high
speed cutters or tungsten carbide cutter grab,
it may jump from the groove and you could
lose control of the tool.
WARNING
!
construction activities, contains
chemicals known 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, and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically
treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies,
depending on how often you do this type of
work. To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals, work in a well ventilated area, and
work with approved safety equipment, such
as those dust masks that are specially
designed to filter out microscopic particles.
Use only accessories that are sold by
Sears for your model.
be suitable for one tool may become
hazardous when used on another tool.
Excessive accumulation of
Always remember that a
Serious injury may
The reason is that these
Some dust created by
power drilling and other
Accessories that may
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SYMBOLS
0
IMPORTANT! Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study
them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to
operate the tool better and safer.
Symbol Name Designation/Explanation
V Volts Voltage (potential)
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
kg Kilograms Weight
min Minutes Time
s Seconds Time
Diameter Size of drill bits, grinding wheels,etc.
n
0
.../min Revolutions or reciprocation Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,
per minute orbits etc. per minute
0 Off position Zero speed, zero torque...
1, 2, 3, ... Selector settings Speed, torque or position settings.
I, II, III, Higher number means greater speed
No load speed Rotational speed, at no load
Infinitely variable selector with off Speed is increasing from 0 setting
Arrow Action in the direction of arrow
Alternating current Type or a characteristic of current
Direct current Type or a characteristic of current
Alternating or direct current Type or a characteristic of current
Class II construction Designates Double Insulated
Construction tools.
Earthing terminal Grounding terminal
Warning symbol Alerts user to warning messages
Ni-Cad RBRC seal Designates Ni-Cad battery recycling
program
This symbol designates
that this tool is listed by
Underwriters Laboratories.
This symbol designates
that this tool is listed by
the Canadian Standards
Association, and is listed
to US Standards by CSA.
This symbol designates
that this tool is listed by
the Canadian Standards
This symbol designates
that this tool is listed to
Canadian Standards by
Underwriters
Laboratories.
This symbol designates that
this tool is listed by
Underwriters Laboratories,
and listed to Canadian
Standards by Underwriters
Laboratories.
This symbol
designates
that
this tool
complies
to NOM
Mexican
Standards.
Association.
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS
Unpacking & Checking Contents
WARNING
!
electrical shock, always remove plug
from wall outlet when tool is not in use.
Separate all loose parts from packing
materials and check each item with the
contents listed on the carton to make sure all
items are accounted for before discarding
any packing material.
To avoid injury from
unexpected starting or
Description
The Rotary Tool incorporates both highspeed and performance to serve as a
carver, grinder, polisher, sander, cutter,
power brush, drill, and more.
The tool utilizes a small, but effective DC
Collet Nut
Collet
motor. The large variety of available
accessories includes abrasive wheels, drill
bits, wire and nylon brushes, engraving and
carving cutters, router bits, polishing points
and more. The ability to add different
attachments adds to the multi-faceted uses
of the tool. The variety of projects you can
do with the tool is limitless.
The Rotary Tool is a high-speed tool and
operates at speeds 5,000 to 35,000 RPM. (A
typical electric drill operates only up to 2500
RPM!). When used with accessories and
attachments, the rotary tool’s high speed
performance allows you to work on even the
most demanding projects without having to
exert undue pressure on the tool. The tool
does the work for you.
Collet Wrench
Shaft Lock Button
Housing Cap
On/Off Switch
Variable Speed Switch
Ventilation Openings
Brush Cover
(one each side)
Hanger
NOTE:! For tool specifications, refer to the nameplate on your tool.
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Power Cord
ASSEMBLY
Shaft Lock Button
Collet Wrench
To
Tighten
To
Loosen
Collet Nut
1/8" Collet (480)
3/32" Collet (481)
1/16" Collet (482)
1/32" Collet (483)
Collet Nut
WARNING
!
accessories, changing collets, or
servicing the tool.
Collets
The Craftsman accessories available for the
rotary tool come with various shank sizes.
Four size collets are available to
accommodate the different shank sizes.
Collet sizes are identified by the rings on the
back of the collet:
• 1/32" collet has 1 ring (No. 483)
• 1/16" collet has 2 rings (No. 482)
• 3/32" collet has 3 rings (No. 481)
• 1/8" collet has no rings (No. 480)
NOTE: Some rotary tool kits may not include
all four collet sizes. Collets are available
separately.
CAUTION
!
size of the accessory you plan to use. Do
not force a larger diameter shank into a
smaller collet.
Always unplug rotary
tool before changing
Always use the collet
which matches the shank
2. With the shaft lock button engaged,
loosen and remove the collet nut. Use
the collet wrench if necessary.
3. Remove the collet by pulling it free from
the shaft.
4. Install the appropriate size collet fully
into the shaft and reinstall the collet nut
finger tight. Do not fully tighten the nut
when there is no bit or accessory
installed.
Changing Accessories
1. Press the shaft lock button and rotate
the shaft by hand until it engages the
shaft lock.
WARNING
!
tool is running.
2. With the shaft lock button engaged,
loosen (do not remove) the collet nut.
Use the collet wrench if necessary.
3. Insert the bit or accessory shank fully
into the collet.
4. With the shaft lock button engaged,
finger tighten the collet nut until the bit or
accessory shank is gripped by the collet.
NOTE: Be sure to read the instructions
supplied with your Craftsman accessory for
further information on its use.
Shaft Lock Button
Do not engage the shaft
lock button while rotary
Changing Collets
1. Press the shaft lock button, hold down
and rotate the shaft by hand until it
engages the shaft.
!
tool is running.
WARNING
Do not engage the shaft
lock button while rotary
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