Craftsman 315117131 User Manual 3 IN BELT SANDER Manuals And Guides LR708142
CRAFTSMAN Sander Manual LR708142 CRAFTSMAN Sander Owner's Manual, CRAFTSMAN Sander installation guides
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i SEAl, S OWNERS MANUAl. MODEL NO. 315.! 1713! CAUTION: Read Rules for Safe Operation and Instructions Carefully £ 3 SANDER DOUBLE INSULATED SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Warranty Introduction Operation Maintenance Repair Parts Designed exclusively for and sold only by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO,, Sears Tower, Chicago, lL 60684 6_2_47 525 1 _J0 PRINTED IN U S A FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN BELTSANDER If this Craftsman Belt Sander faits to give complete satisfaction wtthin one year from the date of purchase RETURN1TTO THE NEARESTSEARS SERVICECENTER/DEPARTMENT THROUGHOUTTHE UNITED STATESand Sears will repair it, free of charge tf this bett sander 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, ROEBUCKAND CO, DEPT 731CR-W SEARS TOWER CHICAGO, IL 60684 INTRODUCTION GENERAL Your Craftsman 3-lnch Belt Sander is suitable for coarse, medium and fine sanding of wood, metals, plastics and other materials it is ideal when used for smoothing rough boards, chamfering, rounding edges and many other general sanding applications Its balanced design makes it easy to use. IMPORTANT -- Servicing of a tool with double Insulation requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service, return the tool to your nearest Sears store for repair which wilt be done with original factory replacement parts. DOUBLE INSULATION Double insulation is a concept in safety, in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three wire grounded power cord and grounded supply system Wherever there ts electric current _n the too! there are two complete sets of insulation to protect the user Alt exposed metal parts are isolated from the tnternat metal motor components with pro.. tecttng insulation. RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS 1 KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL -- Read owner's manual carefully Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this toot 2 GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY PREVENTING BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED SURFACES. For example: Pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures. 3 KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order. 4 KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents 5, AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tool in damp or wet locations or expose to rain. Keep work area well lit, 6 KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should wear safety-glasses and be kept a safe distance from work area_ Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord. 7, STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry, high or locked-up place -- out of the reach of children_ 8, DON'T FORCE TOOL. It wilt do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. 9_ USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small toot or attachment to do the job of a heavy duty toot_ Don't use tool for purpose not intended - for example - Don't use a circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs, Page 2 RULESFORSAFEOPERATION (Continued) 1OrWEAR PROPER APPAREL, NO loose clothing 11. 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31. 32 or jewelry to get caught in moving parts.. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors, Also, wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. USE SAFETY GLASSES with all tools Also face or dust mask if sanding operation is dusty DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work It's safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool DON'T OVERREACH,. Keep proper footing and balance at all times Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp at all times, and clean for best and safest performance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc, all tools should be disconnected REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES° Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on AVOID ACCIDENTAL Si"ARTINGo Don't carry plugged-in tools with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in. OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords suitable for use outdoors Outdoor approved cords are marked with the suffix W-A, for example -- SJTW-A or SJOW-A. NEVER USE THIS OR ANY POWER SANDER FOR WET SANDING. Failure to comply can result in electrical shock causing serious injury or worse. KEEP HANDS AND FINGERS AWAY FROM SANDING AREA AND MOVING SANDING BELT. NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes. INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY and if damaged, have repaired at your nearest Sears Repair Center. Stay constantly aware of cord location INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and replace if damaged. KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleumbased products, or any strong solvents to clean your tool. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use common sense Do not operate tool when you are tired. Do not rush CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it wilt operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center. DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service center. Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before sanding DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION.. Do not operate tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication WEAR HEARING PROTECTION DURING EXTENDED PERIODS OF OPERATION° SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS_ Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct third party users If you loan someone your Sander, loan them these instructions also Page 3 OPERATION Make sure power supply only. is 110-120 Before attempting to use yourself with all operating and safety requirements. REAR TRACKING HAN DLE'-..._,.. SCREW volts, 60 HZ, AC HANDLE your Sander, familiarize features (See Figure 1) _,,IG Fig PULLEY 1 BELT LOCK "ON" BUTTON SWITCH The switch of your sander is equipped with a "lockon" feature which is convenient when sanding for extended periods of time, To lock-on, simply depress the trigger of the switch, push in the lock button located on the side of the handle, then while holding the lock button pushed in, release the trigger See Figure 2 To release the lock, depress the trigger and release it If you have the "Lock-On" feature engaged during use and your Sander becomes disconnected from power supply, disengage the "Lock-On" feature immediatel, CORRECT Fig 2 PREPARING FOR OPERATION For ease of operation and maintaining proper con.. trot, your Sander has a front handle and a rear han die These handles allow two-hand operation which aid in maintaining controi, keeping sanding area level with workpiece, and keeping hands clear of sanding belt. When operating your Sander always hold the front handle with your left hand and the rear handle with your right hand as shown in Fig. 2. KEEP HANDS AND FINGERS AWAY FROM THESE AREAS AT ALL TIMES See Fig 3 Fig, 3 Always operate your Sander as shown in Fig 2,, Page 4 OPERATION Selecting the correct size and type sanding beit is an important step in achieving a high quality sanded finish. Standard 3 inch x 21 inch sanding belts made ' of alumt'num oxide, silicone carbide, and other synthetic abrasives are best for power sanding, in general, coarse grit will remove the most material and fine grit wilt produce the smoothest fintsh in alt sanding operations. The condition of the surface to be sanded wtlt determine which grit belt will do the job, if the surface is rough, start with a coarse grit belt sanding until surface is uniform Medium grit belt may then be used to remove scratches left by the coarser belt and fine grit belt used for finishing of the surface. Always continue sanding with each grit belt until the surface is uniform LIFT TENSION RELEASE LEVER TO REMOVE SANDING BELT Fig 4 INSTALLING AND ADJUSTING SANDING BELT DISCONNECT SANDER FROM POWER SUPPLY WHILE ASSEMBLING PARTS OR MAKING AD. JUSTMENTS, To release the sanding belt, lift tenslon release lever straight up as shown in f_gure 4. When sufficient force is exerted, the spring wilt be compressed allowing the pulley to lock in a rear position This frees the sanding belt so It can be removed. Instalt new belt making sure arrow inside of belt is pointing in the direction of rotation, which is cfockwise when looking into open side of sander See Fig 5. Roughly align the belt to its correct position, then release tension on pulley Release tension by lowering tension release _ever as shown in Figure 6 The pulley will snap back into operating position Fig SANDING 5 BELT LOWER TENSION RELEASE LEVER TO SECURE SANDING BELT Fig 6 1,1.1 Page 5 OPERATgON ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES OR SAFETY GLASSES WiTH SIDE SHIELDS WHEN OPERATING YOUR SANDER To adust sanding belt, connect Sander to power supply Place Sander in upside down position as shown in Figure 7, NOTE: This position is for adjustments only. The Sander ts not in an operating position Putl switch trtgger and release immediately. Observe tracking of sanding belt If the sanding belt runs inward, turn the tracking screw clockwise If the sanding belt runs outward, turn the tracking screw counterclockwise. This should be done until you are sure belt will not run off sander, or come in contact with internal parts After installing a new sanding belt, tt may become necessary to change the adjustment several times until the bett becomes )liable. .......... '........ SAN DING BELT Fig When you are sure the belt will not rub against internal parts start your Sander and fine adjust the tracking screw until the belt stab zes See Figure 8 7 TRACKING SCREW When correctly adjusted, the outer edge of the belt wilt be even with the outer edge of the base of your Sander. #ell life wilt be greatly increased if a few seconds are spent adjusting the belt tracking. TO OPERATE Clamp or otherwise from moving under secure the your Sander. work to prevent Fig. 8 it Before placing Sander on work surfac squeeze the trigger switch and let the motor reach its maximum speed, then toweryour Sander to the work surface with a slight forwardmotion Using the rear handle to control your Sander and the front handle only to guide it, move it slowly over the work See Fig 9. Allowing your Sander to remain in one place will result in an uneven surface. Your sander was designed to provide the proper weight on the sanding belt Extra pressure wilt result in uneven work, clogged belts, and possible motor burnout. NOTE: The front roller of your sander was not designed for contour sanding Sanding on lhe front ro!ler could cause irregularity in sanding belt tracking Fig Use a coarser belt when heavy cutting is desired, not heavy pressure The importance of this cannot be over-emphasized The weight has been built into the tool to give the most efficient pressure at the proper location Page 6 9 MAINTENANCE TIMING BELT REPLACEMENT DISCONNECT SANDER BEFORE SERVICING FROM POWER SUPPLY SMALL TIMING PULLEY BELT WHEN REPLACING TIMING BELT. USE REPLACE, MENT BELT NUMBER 989368.,000 ONLY See Key Number 5 on Parts Mst, Page 11 1 2 3 Remove sanding belt from sander See installing and adjusting sanding belt, Page 5. NOTE: REMOVING THE SANDING BELT WILL SIMPLIFY THE PROCESS OF INSTALLING YOUR NEW TIMING BELT, Remove the two belt cover screws, Then remove the belt cover See Key Numbers ! and 2 on exploded view and parts list, pages !0 and 11, Force old be{t from small puttey with a screwdriver and remove it from large pulley If it is worn out, simply cut the old belt and remove it 4 Install Figure 5 Holding the belt as shown in Figure 1t, press the belt onto the smelt pulley, NOTE: TO SIMPLIFY THE PROCESS, TURN THE LARGE PULLEY AS YOU PRESS THE BELT ONTO THE SMALL PULLEY, Reassemble belt cover and screws 6 new 10 belt _NEVER YOUR SANDER PLACE SWITCH over large pulley first BELT BELT COVER SCREWS COVER ==_ 10 APPLY PRESSURE HERE AND TURN LARGE PULLEY See ATTEMPT TO OPERATE WITHOUT BELT COVER tN REPLACEMENT DISCONNECT THE SANDER FROM POWER SUPP. LY WHILE REPLACING PARTS OR MAKING AD., JUSTMENTS, t Remove the handle cover and screws. NOTETHE LOCATIONS OF ALL WIRING IN THE HANDLE AND HOW EACH CONNECTION IS MADE TO THE SWITCH, Connections and wiring position must be identical when installing the new switch See Figure I2 Lift the switch away from the handle, then release the leads to the switch by inserting a !/32" diameter pin or nail into each switch lead receptacle See Figure 13 3 Make the lead connections to the new swilch by pushing each lead as far as possible into the switch lead receptacles Pull on leads to check lead connections with lead receptacles 4 Arrange the wiring in the handle so that it will not be pinched or contact screws when the handle cover and screws are replaced, then position the switch in place: See Figure 12 5,, Place the locations cord and bend See Figure I2 6, Replace handle 7, Tighten all screws cover relief in their correct and screws securely Page BEND RELIEF SCREWS HANDLE_OVER Fig 12 1/32" DIAMETER NAIL OR PIN CORD REPLACEMENT DISCONNECT THE SANDER FROM POWER SUPPLY WHILE REPLACING PARTS OR MAKING ADJUSTMENTS. 1 Remove handle cover and screws as described on Page 7, Note the locations of all wiring in the handle end how each connection is made to the cord, Connections and wid.ng position must be identical when installing the new cord See Figure 14., 2 Remove the switch from the handle and disconnect the cord reads lrom the switch, See Figure 15 3 Remove the bend relief from old cord and place it on the new one 4, Push each lead of the new cord as far as possible into the proper sw_tch lead receptacles Pull on leads to check lead connections with lead receptacles 5 Arrange the widng in the handle so that it will not be pinched when handle cover and screws are replaced Posttion the switch in place See Figure 14_ 6, Place the bend relief and cord in their correct locations, then replace handle cover and screws 7 Tighten all screws securely, GENERAL Only the parts shown on parts list, page eleven, are intended to be repa}red or replaced by the customer All other parts represent an {mportant part of the double insulation system and should be serviced only by a quatified service technician Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to various types of commerciaI solvents and may be damaged by their use Use clean cieths to remove dirt, carbon dust, etc BEND RE SCREWS HANDLE COVER Fig 14 Fig, 15 1/32" DIAMETER NAIL OR PIN / When electric tools are used on fiberglass boats, sports cars, etc, it has been found that lhey are subiect to accelerated wear and possible premature failure, as the fiberglass chips and grtndings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes commutator, etc, Consequently it is not recommended that this tool be used for extended work on any tiberglass material During any use on fiberglass it is extremely important that the tool is cleaned frequently by blowo ing with an air jet ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES, SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS, OR A DUST MASK DURING POWER TOOL OPERATtON OR WHEN BLOWING DUST,, LUBRICATION All the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a suf. ficient amounl of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions, therefore, no further lubrication is required EXTENSION CORDS The use of any extension cord witl cause some loss of power To keep the loss to a minimum and to pro. vent too! overheating, follow the recommended cord sizes on the chart at right When too_ ',s used out,, doors, use only extension cords suitable for outdoor use and so marked Extension cords are available at Sears Catalog Order or Retail Stores Extension Cord Length 25.,50Ft 50,100 Ft Page 8 Wire Size A,W.G 16 14 I THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ARE CURRENT AND ....... WERE AVAILABLE AT THE TIME THIS MANUAL WAS PRINTED. CORD LOCK Cat, No,.-9 2595 CARRYING CASE Cat. NOo 9 14703 I CRRF'r_MRN CLOTH BACKED SANDING BELTS Cat, No, 9 22304-X..Fine Cat, NOo 9 22301.Fine Cat° No. _9 22302-Medium Cat, No. 9 22303-Coarse cat° No, 9_ 22305-X,Coarse POLYESTER BACKED SANDING BELTS Cat. No. _9 23201,X, Fine Cat° No, 9 23202-Fine Cat, Noo -9 23203oMedlum Cat, No, 9 23204-Coarse Dustless Sanding Attachment 9 11766 The use of attachments or accessories not listed above might be hazardous° i i i i The operation of any Sander can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage, Before commencing power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend wide vision safety mask for use over spectacles or standard safety glasses with side shields, available at Sears Catalog Order or Retail Stores° NOTES Page 9 CRAFTSMAN 3 INCH BELT SANDER -- MODEL NUMBER 315.117131-- 2 11 SEE NOTE 'W" PAGE 11 15 12 13 17 32 3O 42 35 34 31 For Parts ill List -- See Page 11 ; Page 10 CRA[ AN 3 INCH BELT SANDER -- MODEL NUMBER 315.117131 i ! mention the Model Number in all correspondence regarding your CRAFTSMAN SANDER or I The Number be found on a plate attached to the End Cap ot your Sander. Always I when Model ordering repair wil_ parts. SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS i ii KEY NO. PART NUMBER 1 610122-003 2 998367-001 3 607776-002 4 726693-020 5 989368-000 6 "998366-004 7 703493-809 8 998423-002 9 725693-004 t0 989366-000 11 99837_001 12 999448-003 13 607461-002 t4 516103-802 15 998373-002 16 999954-002 17 999945-004 18 999927-001 19 622347.001 20 999923-001 21 998370-00t 22 99837!-001 23 998376-002 24 612665-005 DESCRIPTION PARTS LIST QUAN. KEY NO, PART NUMBER 998378-001 "Screw (#8-32 x 3/8" Pan Hd, T.C,) ........... Belt Cover ............................... Driven Pulley ............................ 4 1 ! 25 26 27 •Screw (#8-32 x 3/8'" Fit. Hd.) ............... Timing Belt .............................. Gear Housing Cover w/Bearing ............. Washer ................................. 3 1 1 2 28 29 30 31 Pinion .................................. *Screw (#8-32 x 7/8" Fii. HdJ ................ Pulley ................................. I 1 1 32 33 34 Tracking Knob .......................... Wear Strip .............................. 1 1 35 36 Retaining Ring ........................... Thrust Washer ........................... 2 1 37 38 idler Roller W/Bearings ................... Idler Rotter Shaft ......................... Yoke Assembly W/Spring ................. 1 1 1 39 40 41 Release Lever Assembly Washer ................................ 1 ! 42 44 *Screw (#10-32 x 1/2" Pan Hd,) .............. Bushing ................................ Torsion Spring ........................... Platen ................................. 1 2 1 1 45 "Screw 2 (#10-32 x 1/2" i.l,llp .................. Pan Hd. T.F.) .......... 46 47 DESCRIPTION 998380-001 99811_001 999942-001 703774-003 98959_001 999932-001 817966-009 990493-006 999929-001 613651-001 998895-001 706239-845 998358-001 616247-001 Backing Pad ............................. Sanding Belt (3" x 21") .................... Wear Plate .............................. Data Plate ............................... 1 1 1 1 Drive Steel 1 1 Roller Assembly .................... Bait ............................... *Screw (#8-10 x 1-1/8" Fif. Hd.) .............. End Cap ................................ *Screw (#8-10 x 5/8" Pan Hd.) ............... Cord .................................... Handle Cover ............................ Bend Retiet ............................. Switch .................................. 931744-818 999463-001 622347,003 705239-847 612547-525 1 1 Spnng .................................. Washer ................................ 1 1 NOTE: "A" -- The assemblyshown represents an tmportanl part of the Double Insulated System.To avoid the possibility of alieratlon or damage to the system service should be performed by your nearest Sears Repair Center. Contact your nearest Oatalog Order or Retail Store. ,i.ii.Niii i i i i i *Standard Hardware Item i May Be Purchased Locally "*Available From Div. 98 -- Source 980.00 •"*Sanding Belts m assorted grits {or both sanding wood and metal may be obtained from your nearest Sears Catalog Order or Retail Store, iiii ii i Page t 1 , i ii i Jllll. i 3 1 7 1 1 1 1 Thrust Washer ........................... Gear ................................... Logo Plate .............................. Glamor Plate ............................ *Screw (#10-32 x 7/8" Pan Hd. T.F.) (For use with Key No. 44 only) ............ Spring Washer ........................... Washer ................................. Owner's Manual 967878-003 612665.006 QUAN. i i i 2 1 2 1 1 ! C 3 raNCH ELT SANDER OWNERS MANUAL DOUBLE iNSULATED SERVICE Now that you have purchased your Belt Sander, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service Center and most Sears, Roebuck and Co. stores Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you caII or visiL MODEL NO. 315.117131 The model number of your Belt Sander will be found on the plate located on the side of your sander HOW TO ORDER REPAIR WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: PARTS • PART NUMBER MODEL NUMBER 315.117131 GIVE • PART DESCRIPTION o NAME OF ITEM 3" Belt Sander Alt parts listed may be ordered from any Sears Service Center and most Sears stores . If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling° SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684
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