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Operator's Manual [rRRFTSHRN°I ROUTER Double Insulated Model Nos. 315.175100 315.175110 315.175100 Save this manual for future reference A CAUTION: 315.175110 • Safety • Features Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188 Sears, Roebuck and Co., 3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman Visit the Craftsman Web page: www.sears.com/craftsman 972000-976 9-02 • Operation • Maintenance • Parts List Estates, IL 60179 USA • Warranty ............................................................................................................................................................. 2 • Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................... 2 • General Safety Rules ..................................................................................................................................... • Specific Safety Rules ......................................................................................................................................... 4 • Symbols .............................................................................................................................................................. 5 • Specifications 6 • Unpacking ........................................................................................................................................................... • Features ......................................................................................................................................................... • Adjustments .................................................................................................................................................. • Operation .................................................................................................................................................... 12-17 • Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................... 18-19 • Accessories • Exploded View and Repair Parts List ......................................................................................................... • Parts, Ordering, and Service ............................................................................................................................ 3-4 ..................................................................................................................................................... 6 7-8 9-11 ...................................................................................................................................................... FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON f'RnFTSMnN 20 22-23 24 ROUTER If this rRRFT3MnN Router fails to give complete satisfaction within one year from the date of purchase, RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE IN THE UNITED STATES, and Sears will repair it, free of charge. If this I"RRFlr3MnN Router is used for commercial from the date of purchase. or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days 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 80179 Your router has many features for making routing operations more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this router making it easy to maintain and operate. ,_ Look Your for this symbol to point safety is involved. ,_, out important safety CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire operator's manual before using your new router. Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings and Cautions. If you use your router properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service. precautions. It means attention!!! WARNING: The operation of any router can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning 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 eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields, available at Sears Retail Stores. Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANS! Z87.1. 2 ,_ clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts. WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow aiminstructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE WORK • Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools may create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. ELECTRICAL SAFETY 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. • Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control. off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. • De 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. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock. • Disconnect the plug from power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally. Store idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. 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. • 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. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools. • Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when used on another tool. 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. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. • USE AND CARE • Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed. • Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or 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. PERSONAL Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions. TOOL • Don't expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. • Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury. • Double insulation [] eliminates the need for the three-wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system. • accidental starting. Be sure switch is off plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger switch or plugging in tools that have the on, invites accidents. • Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations. Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. • Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. • • AREA Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents. • Avoid before on the switch INSTRUCTIONS • • • Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, 3 SERVICE • • Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury. 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. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator. ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION • Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 16 is recommended for an extension cord 100 feet or less in length. A cord exceeding 100 feet is not recommended. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. • Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before routing. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury. • Drugs, alcohol, medication. Do not operate tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury. Save these instructions. Refer to them fre- • Know your power tool. Read operator's manual carefully. Learn its 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, or serious injury. • Always wear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury. • Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury. • Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury. • Inspect tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have repaired at your nearest authorized service center. Constantly stay aware of cord location. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire. • 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 will 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 damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center. Following this rule will reduce the risk of shock, fire, or serious injury. A • • quently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also. WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other 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 chemicallytreated lumber. Do not abuse cord. Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire. 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. 4 Important:Someofthefollowingsymbolsmaybeusedonyourtool.Pleasestudythemandlearntheirmeaning. Properinterpretation ofthesesymbolswillallowyouto operatethetoolbetterandsafer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION V Volts Voltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cyclespersecond) W Watt Power Minutes Time •"_ Alternating Current Type or a characteristic of current no No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load Class II Construction Designates double-insulated construction tools Revolutions or Reciprocation Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc. per minute Safety Alert Indicates danger, warning or caution. It means attention!i! Your safety is involved. Wet Conditions Alert locations. Do not expose to rain or use in damp rain .../min ,_ 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 safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident 3revention measures. SYMBOL ,& MEANING DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. ,& NOTE: CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment. I SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 5 Depth of Cut Collet 0 - 1-1/2 in. Input 1/4 in. Horsepower Model No. 315.175100 Model No. 315.175110 1-1/2 1-3/4 Rating Model No. 315.175100 Model No. 315.175110 8.5 amps 9.0 amps 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only No Load Speed Model No. 315.175100 Model No. 315.175110 Power Cord Net Weight Model No. 315.175100 Model No. 315.175110 Your router has been shipped completely assembled. Inspect it carefully to make sure no breakage or damage has occurred during shipping. If any parts are damaged or missing, contact your nearest Sears Retail Store to obtain replacement parts before attempting to operate router. A wrench and this Operator's Manual are also included. _ 6 25,000 RPM 15,000 - 25,000 RPM 10 ft. 6 Ibs.13 oz. 7 Ibs. 6 oz. WARNING: If any parts are missing, do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury. DOUBLE INSULATION DEPTH ADJUSTING RING Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded. The depth adjusting ring allows you to adjust the depth of cut. 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, we suggest you return the tool to your nearest authorized service center for repair. Always use original factory replacement parts when servicing. CHIP SHIELD _k LOCKING The locking arm secures the motor housing in the base. A clear plastic chip shield is installed on the front of your router for protection against flying dust and chips. The shield is designed to fit the opening of the router base. If necessary to remove chip shield, squeeze the tabs on each end and pull outward. To replace, squeeze the tabs at each end, fit into opening, then release. For your protection, do not use router without chip shield properly in place. Peel the horsepower label from chip shield and discard. WARNING: The double insulated system is intended to protect the user from shock resulting from a break in the tool's internal wiring. Observe all normal safety precautions to avoid electrical shock. ELECTRIC ARM VARIABLE SPEED (MODEL NO. 315.175110 ONLY) See Figure 1. MOTOR Your router has a precision built electric motor. It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only (normal household current). Do not operate this tool on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If your tool does not operate when plugged into an outlet, double-check the power supply. Your router has advanced electronic features, designed to assist you in getting the maximum use from your router. By making proper speed selections, your router can be adjusted to specific routing needs. This eliminates much of the guess work previously needed to perform a given job. Both the experienced and inexperienced router users benefit, obtaining professional like results with fewer job errors. SWITCH The variable speed control allows the router speed to be adjusted from 15,000 to 25,000 RPM. The variable speed control selector is conveniently located on the top of the motor housing. To turn the router ON, toggle the switch to the I position. To turn the router OFF, toggle the switch to the O position. SPINDLE Speed can be set according to the approximate cutter diameter you will be using and to the hardness of the material being cut. The best cuts are made when the cutter is fed through material at the proper rate of feed. LOCK The spindle lock secures the spindle while you make adjustments and acts as a retainer to keep the router body from coming out of the base. 7 VARIABLESPEEDDIAL (Model315.175110) HANDLE POWER HANDLE WRENCH DEPTH ADJUSTINGRING DEPTH INDICATORRING LOCKINGARM COLLETNUT _k Fig. 1 WARNING : Do not allow familiarity with your router to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury. 8 _k WARNING: Your router should never be connected to power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or removing cutters, cleaning, or when not in use. Disconnecting router will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury. INSTALLING/REMOVING • Lay router down on table to gain easy access to collet nut. • Place wrench provided onto co(let nut and turn couterclockwise to loosen. _k CUTTERS See Figure 2. • ,_k • _k Unplug your router. WARNING: Failure to unplug your router could result in accidental starting causing serious injury. Depress spindle lock. • To install cutter: Insert shank of cutter into collet. The shank of the cutter should be close to but not touching bottom of collet. • To remove cutter: Remove cutter from coilet. NOTE: The collet is machined to precision tolerances to fit cutters with 1/4 in. diameter shanks. WARNING: To prevent damage to the spindle or spindle lock, always allow motor to come to a complete stop before engaging spindle lock. CUTTER C0LLET NUT TO LOOSEN C0LLET NUT • Tighten the collet nut securely by turning clockwise with wrench provided. • Release spindle lock. _ WRENCH TOTIGHTEN COLLETNUT DEPRESS SPINDLELOCK WARNING: If you are changing a cutter immediately after use, be careful not to touch the cutter or collet with your hands or fingers. They will get burned because of the heat buildup from cutting. Always use the wrench provided. Fig. 2 9 WARNING: Do not use cutters with undersized shanks. Undersized shanks will not tighten properly and could be thrown from tool causing injury. ADJUSTING DEPTH OF CUT • See Figures 3, 4, 5, and 6. Turn the depth indicator ring until the zero lines up with the indicator point on the base. See Figure 5. We recommend that cuts be made at a depth not exceeding 1/8 in. and that several passes be made to reach depths of cut greater than 1/8 in. • Unplug your router. ,_ • WARNING: Failure to unplug your router could result in accidental starting causing serious injury. Place router on a flat surface and loosen locking arm. See Figure 3. CUTTERAT ZERO DEPTHOFCUT LOCKING ARM LOOSEN • Fig. 3 • Turn depth adjusting ring until cutter is inside subbase. See Figure 4. • Turn depth adjusting ring until tip of cutter touches fiat surface. Fig. 5 Position router so that the cutter can extend below the subbase for desired depth setting. See Figure 6. TO RAISE CUTTER TO LOWER CUTTER \ CUTTEREXTENDED BELOWSUBBASE ADJUSTING RING INDICATOR POINT CUTTER INSIDESUBBASE • Turn the depth adjusting ring to obtain the desired depth of cut. The distance the cutter moves can be read on the depth adjusting ring. Each mark on the depth adjusting ring indicates 1/32 inch change in depth setting. Indicator point is located on the base. • Tighten locking arm securely. DEPTH INDICATOR RING SUBBASE Fig. 4 10 Fig. 6 ADJUSTING DEPTH OF CUT (WITH ROUTER The speed selection chart shown gives suggested speed settings based on the diameter of the cutter and the type of material being routed. TABLE) See Figure 7. We suggest that you practice with the variable speed feature of your router before installing a cutter and making cuts in wood. The indicator point on the base can be used when using your router mounted to a router table. • Set the cutter at zero depth of cut. • Rotate depth indicator ring to desired depth of cut on the scale. Refer to "ADJUSTING DEPTH OF CUT" earlier in this manual. • SPEED SELECTION CHART CUTTERSEE Tighten locking arm securely. FOR ROUTERTABLE USE ONLY MATERIAL 1/4 3/8 SOFT E-F D-E A-B A MEDIUM D-E C-D A A HARD C-D B-C A A C-D B-C VERY HARB D-E C-D INDICATOR POINT 3/4 DEPTH INDICATORRING DEPTH ADJUSTMENTRING ADJUSTING SPEED See Figure 8. 1/2 Fig. 7 (MODEL NO. 315.175110) Your router has a variable speed control selector designed to allow operator control of speed and torque limits. You can make speed selections best suited to the type of cut, the material being cut, and the size of bit being used. The variable speed control selector allows you to adjust router speed from 15,000 to 25,000 RPM. There is a six-step scale (A to F) on the variable speed control selector. To increase the speed and torque of your router, turn the variable speed control selector to a higher setting (F). Turn to a lower setting to decrease speed and torque. Fig. 8 NOTE: If you do not want to use the variable speed control selector, turn it to the highest possible setting, and the feature will not be active. 11 PRACTICEBEFOREUSE Wesuggestthatyoupracticewithyourrouterbefore installinga cutterandmakingcutsinwood.Check the following beforeconnectingyour routerto a powersupply. • Makesurepowersupplyis 120volts,60Hz,AC only. • Makesurethereis nota cutterinthecollet. • Makesurecolletdoesnotextend below the subbase. • Plug router into power supply. • Grasp router firmly with both hands and turn on. STARTING/STOPPING • Grasp handles using both hands. See Figure 9a. • To start router. Toggle the switch to the I position. See Figure 9b. • To stop router. Toggle the switch to the O position. See Figure 9b. HANDLE HELPFUL HINTS ,/ Always clamp workpiece securely before routing. ,/ A safe operator is one who thinks ahead. ,/ Always wear eye protection when routing. ,/ Make setup adjustments carefully. Then double check. Measure twice and cut once. ,/ Keep cutters clean and properly sharpened. ,/ Don't let familiarity make you careless. ,/ Study all safety rules and do the job safely. ,/ Never place your hands in jeopardy. ,/ Make certain clamps can't loosen while in use. ,/ Test difficult setups on scrap -- Don't waste lumber. ,/ Plan each operation before you begin. ,/ Provide for smoother operation by cleaning your router frequently. Shake router or blow with an air jet to remove sawdust buildup. t/ Think safety by thinking ahead. ROUTER POWER HANDLE Fig. 9a ( O ) TO STOP (I)TO START SWITCH Fig. 9b 12 PLACINGROUTERONWORKPIECE Placingyourrouterona workpiecediffers,depending onthetypeof routing:edgeroutingor internalrouting. _k WARNING: Remain alert and watch what you are doing. Do not operate router when fatigued. Place router on edge of workpiece, making sure the router bit does not contact workpiece. • Turn router on and let motor build to its full speed. • Begin your cut, gradually feeding cutter into workpiece. ,_k _k The best rate of feed is one that does not slow down the router motor more than one-third of its no-load speed. If the router is fed too fast, it will take large chips out of the wood and leave gouge marks. If the router is fed too slow, it will scorch or burn the wood. WARNING: Keep a firm grip on router with both hands at all times. Failure to do so could result in Upon completion of cut, turn motor off and let it come to a complete stop before removing router from work surface. Feeding Tee Fast Clean, smooth routing and edge shaping can be done only when the bit is revolving at a relatively high speed and is taking very small bites to produce tiny, cleanly severed chips. If your router is forced to move forward too fast, the RPM of the bit becomes slower than normal in relation to its forward movement. As a result, the bit must take bigger bites as it revolves. "Bigger bites" mean bigger chips, and a rougher finish. Bigger chips also require more power, which could result in the router motor becoming overloaded. WARNING: Never pull router out of work and place upside down on work surface before the cutter stops. INTERNAL ROUTING • Tilt router and place on workpiece, letting edge of subbase contact workpiece first. Under extreme force-feeding conditions the relative RPM of the bit can become so slow--and the bites it has to take so large -- that chips will be partially knocked off (rather than fully cut off), resulting in splintering and gouging of the workpiece. See Figure 10. NOTE: Be careful not to let router bit contact workpiece. • Turn router on and let motor build to its full speed. • Feed cutter into workpiece gradually until subbase is level with workpiece. _k Your router is an extremely high-speed tool (15,000 25,000 RPM nodoad speed), and will make clean, smooth cuts if allowed to run freely without the overload of a forced (too fast) feed. Three things that cause "force feeding" are bit size, depth-of-cut, and workpiece characteristics. The larger the bit or the deeper the cut, the more slowly the router should be advanced. If the wood is very hard, knotty, gummy or damp, the operation must be slowed still more. WARNING: Keep a firm grip on router with both hands at a!l times. Fai!ure to do so could result in loss of control leading to possible serious injury. • _, The "secret" of professional routing and edge shaping lies in making a careful set-up for the cut and in selecting the proper rate of feed. The proper rate of feed depends on several factors: the hardness and moisture content of the wood, the depth of cut, and the cutting diameter of the bit. When cutting shallow grooves in soft woods such as pine, a faster rate of feed can be used. When making deep cuts in hardwoods such as oak, a slower rate of feed should be used. loss of control leading to possible serious injury. • ROUTER RATE OF FEED EDGE ROUTING • FEEDING Upon completion of cut, turn motor off and let it come to a complete stop before removing router from work surface. WARNING: Never pull router out of work and place upside down on work surface before the cutter stops. You can always detect "force feeding" by the sound of the motor. Its high-pitched whine will sound lower and stronger as it loses speed. Also, the strain of holding the tool will be noticeably increased. 13 DIRECTION (EXTERNAL) See Figure 11. The router motor and bit revolve in a clockwise Feeding Tee Slow It is also possible to spoil a cut by moving the router forward too slowly. When it is advanced into the work too slowly, a revolving bit does not dig into new wood fast enough to take a bite; instead, it simply scrapes away sawdust-like particles. Scraping produces heat, which can glaze, burn, or mar the cut and in extreme cases, can even overheat the bit so as to destroy its hardness. direction. This gives the tool a slight tendency to twist (in your hands) in a counterclockwise direction, especially when the motor revs up (as at starting). Because of the extremely high speed of bit rotation during a "proper feeding" operation, there is very little kickback to contend with under normal conditions. However, should the bit strike a knot, hard grain, foreign object, etc. that would affect the normal progress of the cutting action, there will be a slight kickback--sufficient to spoil the trueness of your cut if you are not prepared. Such a kickback is always in the direction opposite to the direction of bit rotation. In addition, it is more difficult to control a router when the bit is scraping instead of cutting. With practically no load on the motor the bit will be revolving at close to top RPM, and will have a much greater than normal tendency to bounce off the sides of the cut (especially if the wood has a pronounced grain with hard and soft areas). As a result, the cut produced may have rippled, instead of straight sides. See Figure 10. To guard against such a kickback, plan your setup and direction of feed so that you will always be thrusting the tool--to hold it against whatever you are using to guide the cut--in the same direction that the leading edge of the bit is moving. In short, the thrust should be in a direction that keeps the sharp edges of the bit continuously biting straight into new (uncut) wood. "Too-slow feeding" can also cause your router to take off in a wrong direction from the intended line of cut. Always grasp and hold your router firmly with both hands when routing. You can detect "too-slow feeding" by the runaway, high-pitched sound of the motor; or by feeling the "wiggle" of the bit in the cut. 6 5 3L 4 _ PROPER CUTTING SEQUENCE 2 J TOOFAST 1 1/4in. to 1 in. , ' Fig. 11 TOO SLOW Fig. 10 14 DIRECTION (INTERNAL) DETERMINING Whenever you are routing a groove, your travel should be in a direction that places whatever guide you are using at the right-hand side. In short, when the guide is positioned as shown in the first part of Figure 12, tool travel should be left to right and counterclockwise around curves. When the guide is positioned as shown in the second part of Figure 12, tool travel should be right to left and clockwise around curves. If there is a choice, the first setup is generally the easiest to use. In either case, the sideways thrust you use is against the guide. As previously mentioned, the depth of cut is important because it affects the rate of feed that, in turn, affects the quality of the cut (and, also, the possibility of damage to your router motor and bit). A deep cut requires a slower feed than a shallow one, and a too deep cut will cause you to slow the feed so much that the bit is no longer cutting, it is scraping, instead. ROTATIONI_"_\ FEED OF CUT Making a deep cut is never advisable. The smaller bits -- especially those only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) in diameter -- are easily broken off when subjected to too much side thrust. A large enough bit may not be broken, but if the cut is too deep a rough cut will result -- and it may be very difficult to guide and control the bit as desired. For these reasons, we recommend that you do not exceed 1/8 in. depth of cut in a single pass, regardless of the bit size or the softness or condition of the workpiece. See Figure 13. GUIDEOUTSIDE THRUSTR DEPTH To make deeper cuts it is therefore necessary to make as many successive passes as required, lowering the bit 1/8 in. for each new pass. In order to save time, do all the cutting necessary at one depth setting, before lowering the bit for the next pass. This will also assure a uniform depth when the final pass is completed. See Figure 14. _'_I GUIDE DEPTH GUIDEINSIDE WIDTH OFCUT ROTATION_4_ _ THRUST Fig. 13 RO,AT,ON FEED 2ND. PASS Fig. 12 1ST. PASS 2ND.PASS Fig. 14 15 ROUTING Your router is a versatile tool and can be used for many different applications. You may rout grooves, carve designs using a template, carve designs by freehand, taper table and chair legs, mortise door jambs, or create joints. ROUTING GROOVES See Figure 15. When routing across the face of boards, set router at desired depth of cut, place the edge of router base against workpiece, and turn on the router. Slowly feed the cutter into the workpiece along desired line of cut. ,_ WARNING: If desired depth of cut is greater than can be safely cut in one pass, make cuts in two or more passes. Fig. 15 When routing straight cuts across stock, clamp a straight edge to the workpiece to use as a guide. Position the straightedge parallel to the line of cut and offset the distance between the cutting edge of the cutter and the edge of the router base. Hold the router base against the straightedge and rout the groove. • Rout the pattern in two or more passes. Make the first pass at 25% of the desired depth of cut. This will provide better control as well as being a guide for the next pass. NOTE: Do not rout deeper than 1/8 in. per pass. When routing a groove wider than the diameter of the cutter, clamp a straightedge on both sides of the cutlines. Position both guides parallel to the desired line of cut and spaced equal distances from the desired edges of the groove. Rout along one guide; then, reverse direction and rout along the other guide. Clean out any remaining waste in the center of the groove freehand. _k ROUTING BY FREEHAND See Figure 16. WARNING: Do not use large router bits for freehand routing. Use of large router bits when freehand routing could cause loss of control or create other hazardous conditions that could cause possible serious personal injury. When using a router table, large router bits should be used for edging only. Do not use router bits that are larger in diameter than the opening in router base for any purpose. When used freehand, your router becomes a flexible and versatile tool. This flexibility makes it possible to easily rout signs, relief sculptures, etc. There are two basic techniques for freehand routing: • Routing letters, grooves, and patterns into wood. • Routing out the background, leaving the letters or pattern raised above the surface. When freehand routing, we suggest the following: • Draw or layout the pattern on workpiece. • Choose the appropriate cutter. NOTE: A core box or V-groove bit is often used for routing letters and engraving objects. Straight bits and ball mills are often used to make relief carvings. Veining bits are used to carve small, intricate details. Fig. 16 16 ROUTING WITH GUIDE BUSHINGS When using the Template Guide Bushings Item No. 9-25082 with your router, you must visually center the bit with the bushing before beginning your cut. Your router subbase may be adjusted by loosening the screws holding the subbase to your router. Be sure to tighten locking arm before centering bit in bushing. After centering bit with bushing, tighten screws securely. TOPEDGESHAPING EDGING WITH PILOT BITS See Figure 17. Arbor-type bits with pilots are excellent for quick, easy, edge shaping. They will follow workpiece edges that are either straight or curved. The pilot prevents the bit from making too deep a cut; and holding the pilot firmly in contact with the workpiece edge throughout prevents the cut from becoming too shallow. _Ul Whenever the workpiece thickness together with the desired depth of cut (as adjusted by router depth setting) are such that only the top part of the edge is to be shaped (leaving at least a 1/16 inch thick uncut portion at bottom), the pilot can ride against the uncut portion, which will serve to guide it. See Figure 17. However, if the workpiece is too thin or the bit set too low so that there will be no uncut edge to ride the pilot against, an extra board to act as a guide must be placed under the workpiece. This "guide" board must have exactly the same contour-- straight or curved -- as the workpiece edge. If it is positioned so that its edge is flush with the workpiece edge, the bit will make a full cut (in as far as the bit radius). On the other hand, if the guide is positioned as shown in Figure 17 (out from the workpiece edge), the bit will make less than a full cut -- which will alter the shape of the finished edge. .ooTE.II G°.OE I II wO.K/ PILOT_ WHOLE EDGE SHAPING Fig. 17 NOTE: Any of the piloted bits can be used without a pilot for edge shaping with guides, as preceding. The size (diameter) of the pilot that is used determines the maximum cut width that can be made with the pilot against the workpiece edge - the small pilot exposes all of the bit; the large one reduces this amount by 1/ 16 inch. 17 _ LUBRICATION Allof thebearingsinthistoolarelubricatedwitha sufficientamountofhighgradelubricantforthelifeof the unitundernormaloperatingconditions. Therefore, nofurtherlubrication is required. WARNING:Whenservicing,useonlyidentical Craftsman replacement parts.Useof anyother partmaycreatea hazardor causeproduct damage. GENERAL Onlythepartsshownonthepartslist,areintendedto be repairedor replacedbythecustomer.Allother partsrepresentanimportantpartof thedouble insulationsystemandshouldbeservicedonlybya qualifiedSearsservicetechnician. Avoidusingsolventswhencleaningplasticparts. Mostplasticsaresusceptible to damagefromvarious typesof commercial solventsandmaybedamaged by theiruse.Usecleanclothsto removedirt,carbon dust,etc. EXTENSION CORDS The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power. To keep the loss to a minimum and to prevent tool overheating, use an extension cord that is heavy enough to carry the current the tool will draw. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 100 feet or less in length. When working outdoors, use an extension cord that is suitable for outdoor use. The cord's jacket will be marked WA. _k WARNING:Donotatanytimeletbrakefluids, gasoline,petroleum-based products,penetrating oils,etc.comeincontactwithplasticparts.They containchemicalsthatcandamage,weakenor destroyplastic. It hasbeenfoundthatelectrictoolsaresubjectto accelerated wearandpossibleprematurefailurewhen theyareusedonfiberglassboats,sportscars, wallboard,spacklingcompounds, or plaster.The chipsandgrindingsfromthesematerialsarehighly abrasiveto electrictoolpartssuchas bearings, brushes,commutators, etc.Consequently, it is not recommended thatthistoolbeusedfor extended workon anyfiberglassmaterial,wallboard,spackling compounds, or plaster.Duringanyuseonthese materialsit is extremelyimportantthatthetoolis cleanedfrequentlybyblowingwithanairjet. CUTTERS Getfastermoreaccuratecuttingresultsby keeping cutterscleanandsharp.Removeall accumulated pitchandgumfromcuttersaftereachuse. Whensharpening cutters,sharpenonlytheinsideof thecuttingedge.Nevergrindtheoutsidediameter.Be surewhensharpening theendofa cuttertogrindthe clearanceanglethesameasoriginallyground. COLLET Fromtimeto time,it alsobecomesnecessarytoclean yourcolletandcolletnut.Todoso,simplyremove colletnutfromcolletandcleanthedustandchipsthat havecollected.Thenreturncolletnutto itsoriginal position. 18 Keep extension cords away from the a, CAUTION: cutting area and position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber, tools, etc., during cutting operation. Check extension cords before each a, WARNING: use. If damaged replace immediately. Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury. Extension cords suitable for use with your router are available at your nearest Sears Retail Store. ,_ WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask. REPLACINGSWITCH See Figure 18. • Unplug your router. _k WARNING: Failure to unplug your router could result in accidental starting causing serious injury. • Remove screws and handle cover. • Note the location of the molded bend relief on the power handle cord. Also note all wiring in the handle and how each lead is connected to the switch. Connections and wiring position must be identical when installing new switch. • Remove switch from leads by unplugging the flag terminals as shown. • Make lead connections to new switch. Push each flag terminal as far as possible into proper switch terminal. Pull on leads to check lead connections with lead receptacles. • Locate switch in handle and place leads back into wire traps, as originally assembled, so they will not be pinched or contact screws when handle cover is replaced. • Make sure molded bend relief is correctly positioned in switch handle, then replace handle cover and screws. • Tighten all screws securely. BENDRELIEF SWITCH X HANDLECOVER SCREWS BLACKLEAD Fig. 18 19 THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ARE CURRENTLY AVAILABLE AT SEARS RETAIL STORES Template Guide Bushings Dovetail Template Box Joint Template _, ROUTER WARNING: Butt Hinge Template Multi-Purpose Router Guide Rout - A - Form Pantograph The use of attachments or accessories not listed above might be hazardous. TABLES VACUUM With a router table your router is converted into a high-speed shaper, ,_ ADAPTOR The vacuum adaptor allows you to attach a standard shop vacuum to the router for easy clean up. NOTE: The use of Craftsman reuters on router GUIDE tables offered by other manufacturers has not been investigated for compliance with applicable safety standards. Guide bushings allow for accurate guiding of router along any workpiece or template edge and for grooving or shaping of curved contours. WARNING: Do not use with router tables that fail to conform to safe wood working practices and offer proper guarding for the cutter. Failure to comply can result in an accident causing possible serious injury. 20 BUSHINGS 21 CRAFTSMAN ROUTER - MODEL NUMBERS 315,175100 and 315,175110 VARIABLESPEEDDIAL (MODELNO.315.175110ONLY) 2 SEE NOTE"A" 4 5 12 21 6 11 20 14 15 13 12 17 16 NOTE: "A" - The assembly shown represents an important part of the Double insulated System. To avoid the possibility of alteration or damage to the System, service should be performed by your nearest Sears Repair Center. Contact your nearest Sears Retail Store for Service Center information. 22 CRAFTSMAN ROUTER - MODEL NUMBERS 315,175100 and 315,175110 The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model number 1 in all correspondence regarding your ROUTER or when ordering repair parts. l SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS PARTS LIST Key No. Part Number Description 1 982982-001 Data Plate .................................................................................................... 1 2 982899-014 * E-Ring ......................................................................................................... 1 3 982716-001 Shaft Lock Spring ........................................................................................ 1 4 982959-001 Shaft Lock Pin ............................................................................................. 1 5 703477-057 * Hex Lock Nut (1/4-20) ................................................................................. 1 6 706382-357 Washer ........................................................................................................ 1 7 982972-001 Lock Stud .................................................................................................... 1 8 982971-002 Lock Lever ................................................................................................... 1 9 982948-032 Pin ............................................................................................................... 1 10 982990-001 Power Handle Assembly ............................................................................. 1 11 982500-131 * Screw (#10-24 x 3/4 in. Pan Hd.) ................................................................ 2 12 617966-030 Screw (#8-10 x 5/8 in. Pan Hd.) .................................................................. 4 13 983060-007 Lead 18 BR ................................................................................................. 1 14 982379-001 Switch .......................................................................................................... 1 15 623173-006 * Wire Nut ...................................................................................................... 2 16 998586-001 Screw (#10-32 x 1/4 in.) .............................................................................. 3 17 612191-004 Subbase ...................................................................................................... 1 18 982993-001 Base Assembly ............................................................................................ 1 19 982966-001 Chip Shield .................................................................................................. 1 20 982991-001 Handle Assembly ........................................................................................ 1 21 989985-003 Collet Nut ..................................................................................................... 1 22 983012-001 Wrench ........................................................................................................ 1 972000-976 Operator's Manual ....................................................................................... 1 Quantity * Standard Hardware Item - May Be Purchased Locally 23 Your Home For repair-in your home-of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! iiiiiiiiiiiiii For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself. iiiiiiiiiiiiii For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like garage door openers and water heaters. 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® (1-800-469-4663) iiiiiiiiiiiiii Call anytime, iiiiiiiiiiiiii day or night (U.S.A. and Canada) .,,. sears :or. w,,.sears ca OurHome For repair of carry-in items like vacuums, and electronics, lawn equipment, call or go on-line for the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center. 1-8oo-488-1222 Ca,, anytime, day ornight (U.S.A. www.sears.com To purchase a protection 1"800"827"6655 agreement (U.S.A.) 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