Craftsman 315175390 User Manual BISCUIT JOINER Manuals And Guides L0411297
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL II:RRFTSMRN I BISCUIT JOINER DOUBLE INSULATED Model No. 315.175390 ,_ WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using this product. Customer Help Line: t-800-932-3188 Sears, Roebuck and Co., 3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman 983000-495 8-04 Estates, IL 60179 USA Save this manual for future reference • Warranty .......................................................................................................................................................................... 2 • Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2 • General Safety Rules ....................................................................................................................................................... 3 • Specific Safety Rules ....................................................................................................................................................... 4 • Symbols ........................................................................................................................................................................ • Electrical .......................................................................................................................................................................... • Features ........................................................................................................................................................................ 8-9 • Assembly ....................................................................................................................................................................... 10 • Operation .................................................................................................................................................................. • Adjustments ................................................................................................................................................................... • Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................................. • Accessories ................................................................................................................................................................... 24 • Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................................. 24 • Exploded View and Parts List ................................................................................................................................... • Parts Ordering/Service ..................................................................................................................................... FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY 5-6 7 11-19 20 20-23 25-26 Back Page ON CRAFTSMAN TOOL If this CRAFTSMAN tool fails to give complete satisfaction within one year from the date of purchase, RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES, and Sears will repair it, free of charge. If this CRAFTSMAN of purchase. tool is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffrnan Estates, IL 60179 This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate. _L ARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. • Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in. Carrying tools 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. A wrench or a 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. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn into air vents. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WORK AREA • • 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. Power 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. ELECTRICAL • • • • SAFETY Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations. 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. TOOL USE AND CARE • 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. • • Don't expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will 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. Replace 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". These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock. PERSONAL • • • • • • • 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. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts. 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. 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 off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. 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. • • Keep the tool and its handle 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. Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of control and deterioration of the enclosure plastic. SERVICE • • Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury. • Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the cutting tool "live" and shock the operator. • 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. • • _k 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. 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 shock or injury. 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. • 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 gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 50 feet or less in length. A cord exceeding 100 feet is not recommended. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge 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 using this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury. • Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also. Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should 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 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. Someof the followingsymbolsmaybe usedonthis tool. Pleasestudythemandlearntheirmeaning.Proper interpretation ofthesesymbolswillallowyouto operatethetool betterandsafer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION V Volts Voltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cyclespersecond) W Watt Power min Minutes Time "_ AlternatingCurrent Typeofcurrent DirectCurrent Typeor a characteristic ofcurrent no NoLoadSpeed Rotational speed,at noload [] ClassIIConstruction Double-insulated construction Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations. Read The Operator's Manual operator's manual before To reduce the risk of injury,using user this mustproduct. read and understand .../min O _, @ @ @ ® Eye Protection Always and wearasafety goggles safety glasses this withproduct. side shields full face shield or when operating Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety. No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury. No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury. No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury. No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury. Hot Surface To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with any hot surface. Thefollowingsignalwordsandmeanings areintendedto explainthe levelsofriskassociatedwiththisproduct. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING ,_ DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. _k WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. ,_ CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTION: (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation property damage. A SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. ,_ that may result in WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator's manual. Save this operator's manual and review frequently for continuing safe operation and instructing others who may use this product. WARNING: The operation of any power tool 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. Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 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. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded. _ WARNING: The double insulated system is intended to protect the user from shock resulting from a break in the tool's internal insulation. Observe all normal safety precautions to avoid electrical shock. NOTE: 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. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION This tool 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. EXTENSION CORDS When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has the capacity to handle the current the tool will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in overheating and loss of power. Use the chart to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) should be used. When working outdoors with a tool, use an extension cord that is designed for outside use. This type of cord is designated with "WA" on the cord's jacket. Before using any extension cord, inspect it for loose or exposed wires and cut or worn insulation. **Ampere rating (on tool faceplate) 0-2.0 2,1-3.4 Cord Length 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12,1-16.0 Wire Size (A.W.G.) 25' 16 16 16 16 14 14 50' 16 16 16 14 14 12 100' 16 16 14 12 10 -- **Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp c_uit NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge A WARNING: Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber, tools or other obstructions while you are working with a power tool. Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury. A WARNING: Check extension cords before each 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. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Fence Angle Adjustments ....................................... Depth of Cut ........................................................ 0-135 ° 0-9/16 in. Cord Length ............................................................... Blade ........................................................................... 10 ft. 4 in. No Load Speed ............................................... Input ............................... 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 6.0 Amps Net Weight .............................................................. SWITCH TRIGGER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB 10,000/min. 8.4 Ibs. DUALGRIP HANDLE HEIGHT SETTING SCALE CENTERLINE/LINE OF CUTINDICATOR DUST BAG DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB NON-SKID SURFACE ADJUSTABLE FENCE ANGLE SETTING SCALE LOCKING KNOB #10 BISCUIT Fig. 1 KNOW YOUR BISCUIT JOINER DUAL GRIP HANDLE See Figure 1. Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. SWITCH TRIGGER The biscuit joiner has a conveniently located ON/OFF switch trigger on the underside of the dual grip handle. CARBIDE-TIPPED BLADE The biscuit joiner has an 8-tooth carbide-tipped cutting biscuit slots. NON-SKID blade for SURFACE The fence on the biscuit joiner has a non-skid surface to help prevent misalignment caused by skidding during use. It also prevents marring of the workpiece when making cuts. DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB A spring-loaded depth adjustment knob makes it possible to make proper settings for three standard size biscuits. HEIGHT SETTING SCALE A scale on each side of the fence indicates the height of the fence from the center of the blade. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB The height adjustment knob moves the fence up or down to adjust the height from the center of the blade. LOCKING KNOB The locking knob loosens the adjustable fence and allows movement of the height adjustment knob. ANGLE SETTING SCALE The adjustable fence on the biscuit joiner can be set at angles from 0 ° to 135 °. The dual grip handle offers a choice of two grip positions for operator comfort. DUST COLLECTION Wood particles are drawn up through a tunnel in the base and collect in the dust bag during cutting operations. The dust bag can be removed and a 1-1/4 in. vacuum can be attached to the dust port. LINE OF CUT INDICATOR Centerline and cut indicator marks help the operator make more accurate cuts. ADJUSTABLE FENCE The biscuit joiner has an adjustable fence for setting the angle from 0 ° to 135 °, with positive stop settings in increments of 45 °. The height of the fence can be set between 0 in. - 2 in. with a scale showing 0 in. - 1-1/2 in. The adjustable fence should always be used to guide and balance the biscuit joiner, providing ease of operation and maintaining control. BISCUITS Biscuits swell rapidly upon contact with water-based woodworking glues. They are available in three standard sizes: #0 (5/8 in. x 1-13/16 in.) #10 (13/16 in. x 2-1/16 in.) #20 (15/16 in. x 2-5/16 in.) This biscuit joiner is packaged with 20 #10 biscuits. UNPACKING INSTALLING/REMOVING This product requires assembly. See Figure 2. • Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. • Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. The dust bag located on the rear of the biscuit joiner provides a dust collection system. Wood particles are drawn up through the base and collect in the dust bag during cutting operations. For more efficient operation, empty the dust bag when half full. • Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool. • If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-932-3188 for assistance. PACKING THE DUST BAG To install, slide the dust bag adaptor onto the dust port on the biscuit joiner. To remove the dust bag, grasp the adaptor and pull the dust bag away from the biscuit joiner. \ LIST DUST PORT Biscuit Joiner DUST BAG #10 Biscuits (20) Dust bag Carrying Case Operator's Manual _ A _ 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. TO INSERT ATTACHING WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use TO REMOVE THE BISCUIT Fig. 2 JOINER TO A VACUUM See Figure 3. with this tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition The dust collection system of your biscuit joiner has a 1-1/4 in. port for inserting a vacuum hose. leading to possible serious personal injury. • WARNING: Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious injury. Unplug the biscuit joiner. • Remove the dust bag. • Attach a vacuum hose to the dust port. • Connect the biscuit joiner and the vacuum to a power supply. A WARNING: VACUUM HOSE 10 When the tool is not connected to vacuum, always reinstall the dust bag back onto the tool. Failure to do so could cause dust or foreign objects to be thrown into your face or eyes which could result in possible serious injury. DUST PORT Fig. 3 _ When joining 1-1/2 in. thick materials, stack two biscuits, one above the other. For example, use this method when joining 2 in. x 4 in. dressed lumber. When joining even thicker materials, use additional biscuits, stacked above each other. WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury. ,_k When making edge-to-edge joints for tabletops, workbenches, cutting boards, etc. the more biscuits you use, the stronger the joint will be. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating power tools. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury. TURNING You may use this tool for the purposes listed below: JOINER When operating the biscuit joiner, hold the tool with both hands. Keep one hand on the rear handle and place your other hand on the fence to hold the tool steady against the workpiece. Cutting precise mating oval slots in hard wood, soft wood, plywood and particle board SPLINE THE BISCUIT To turn on the biscuit joiner, depress the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to turn the biscuit joiner off. APPLICATIONS • ON/OFF See Figure 4. JOINERY Spline joinery is one of the strongest methods of joinery used in woodworking. When glue is properly applied to a spline and to the joint area of the wood pieces being connected, a large surface area receives the adhesion properties of the glue. This forms a strong joint. This tool has a dual grip rear handle that allows the operator to choose from two different hand positions and use the one that is more comfortable. Traditional spline joinery requires cutting slots with a router or table saw. Small, thin strips of wood must then be cut to fit inside the slots and act as splines. Newer methods of spline joinery use a plate or biscuit joiner to cut precise mating oval slots in adjoining boards. This biscuit joiner is a fast, simple, and accurate plungecutting tool that can be used to cut slots in hardwood, softwood, plywood, particle board, and other pressed woods. Football shaped wafers, called biscuits, are then placed inside the slots with glue and used to help line up adjoining surfaces. When a water based glue is used, the biscuits swell in the joint, making an extremely strong and firm bond. White glue, yellow glue, carpenters glue, hide glue and aliphatic resin glue are examples of water-based glues.This bonding technique has traditionally been limited to making edge-to-edge joints. However, with the use of your new biscuit joiner, biscuits can now be easily used to connect butt, miter, and T-joints. Biscuit joining can be as strong as mortise and tenon, tongue and groove, standard spline, and doweled joints. In most cases the material around the biscuit will break before the biscuit UPPERHAND PLACEMENT itself will break. A greater surface area is exposed to glue in a biscuit joint, making the seams stronger. A variety of spline joints can be made using the biscuit joiner. The number and size biscuits needed for each joint depends on the thickness of the wood and the length of the joint. In general, the small #0 biscuits should be used for miter cuts in 3/4 in. materials. The larger biscuits should be used for edge-to-edge joinery. PLACEMENT Fig. 4 11 DEPTH OF CUT MAKING The biscuit joiner can be adjusted to three standard cutting depths to accommodate three standard size biscuits -- #0, #10, and #20. Adjustments are made by engaging slots on the depth adjustment knob with tabs on the rear base assembly. For example, when using a #0 size biscuit, rotate the depth adjustment knob to the slot marked 0. When using a #10 size biscuit, rotate the depth adjustment knob to the slot marked 10, and when using a #20 size biscuit rotate the depth adjustment knob to the slot marked 20. See Figure 6. SETTING DEPTH Make a test cut in a scrap piece of wood. Fit the correct size biscuit into the biscuit slot. The biscuit slot should be deep enough to allow slightly more than one-half of the biscuit into the slot. This extra room allows for proper alignment of the wood being joined. If the biscuit slot is too deep or too shallow, fine adjustments to the depth setting can be made by loosening the knurled adjustment knob and making fine adjustments with the jam nut. OF CUT See Figure 5. • Unplug the biscuit joiner. • Select the correct depth of cut setting for the biscuit size you plan to use. To select depth of cut, pull the knurled adjustment knob and jam nut in the direction of the arrow. NOTE: The knob and jam nut are spring loaded. Pulling them in the direction of the arrow puts pressure on the spring and releases pressure from the depth adjustment knob. • Rotate the depth adjustment knob until the desired slot setting aligns with the tabs on the rear base assembly. JAM NUT FINE ADJUSTMENTS KNURLED ADJUSTMENT KNOB • Unplug the biscuit joiner. • Loosen the knurled adjustment knob. This knob is used as a lock nut only. Loosen by twisting it in the opposite direction away from the jam nut. • Rotate the jam nut to the right for a more shallow cut, or to the left for a deeper cut. • Once desired depth of cut is reached, hold the jam nut so that it will not move out of adjustment. Next, tighten the knurled adjustment knob against jam nut. • Recheck the depth setting by making scrap piece of wood. Also periodically setting for accuracy. Rotating the jam will cut shallow biscuit slots. Rotating the left will cut deeper biscuit slots. a test cut in a check the depth nut to the right the jam nut to KNURLED ADJUSTMENT KNOB Fig. 6 TABS@ DEPTH ADJUSTMENTKNOB Fig. 5 12 FENCE FENCE ANGLE HEIGHT The adjustable fence on the biscuit joiner can be moved up or down to adjust the position of the blade in relation to the top of the workpiece. A scale on each side of the fence indicates the height of the fence from the center of the blade. The fence can be positioned up to two inches from the center of the blade. However, the scale and indicator point can only be set up to 2 in. from the center of the blade. Scale marks are in increments of 1/16 in. The adjustable fence on the biscuit joiner can be set at angles ranging from 0 ° to 135 °, with accurate positive stops set in 45 ° increments. A scale is located on each side of the front handle for identifying these positive stop angles. Each stop reached when rotating the adjustable fence from one angle setting to another equals a 45 ° positive stop angle change. SETTING See Figure 8. THE FENCE SETTING HEIGHT THE FENCE ANGLE See Figure 7. • Unplug the biscuit joiner. • Unplug the biscuit joiner. • Loosen the locking knob approximately • Loosen the locking knob approximately • Rotate the fence to the desired angle. • Move the fence up or down by rotating the height adjustment knob until the indicator point is aligned with the desired dimension on the scale. • Tighten the locking knob securely. • Tighten the locking knob securely. one turn. one turn. ROTATEADJUSTABLEFENCE TO DESIREDANGLESETTING INDICATOR HEIGHTSETTING POINT SCALE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB TOTIGHTEN_ TO LOWER TIGHTEN TO RAISE Fig. 8 LOOSEN LOCKING KNOB ADJUSTABLE FENCE ANGLESETTING SCALE Fig. 7 13 MAKING EDGE-TO-EDGE JOINTS CENTERLINE MARKS See Figures 9 - 10. Edge-to-edge joinery is one of the most basic and easilyconstructed joints. • Unplug the biscuit joiner. • Prepare the workpieces by laying them side by side on a workbench in the order in which they will be assembled. • Using a square, determine the location of each biscuit spline joint and mark the center of each joint by drawing a line across each workpiece. NOTE: Mark the edges 2 in. from the ends of the workpieces. The joint will be stronger if you use multiple biscuits placed close together. • Loosen the locking knob approximately set the fence angle at 90 °. • Set the fence height at the desired dimension on the scale by rotating the height adjustment knob. BISCUIT SLOT(S) one turn and Fig. 9 BISCUIT(S) NOTE: The scale indicates the height of the fence from the center of the blade. • Tighten the locking knob securely. • Select the correct depth of cut setting to match the biscuit size you are planning to use. Make a test cut in a scrap piece of wood from the same workpiece if possible. • Clamp the workpiece securely so that it will not move during the cut. • Plug the biscuit joiner into the power supply and prepare to make the first cut. Grasp and hold the biscuit joiner securely with both hands. • Place the fence against the board and align the indicator marks on the fence with the centerline mark(s) on the board. • Depress the switch trigger to turn on the biscuit joiner, then push it forward to extend the blade into the wood. • When the base assembly bottoms out against the depth of cut adjustment knob setting, pull back, releasing pressure on the spring. The blade will retract from the biscuit slot. • Repeat this procedure for all desired biscuit slots. • Once all biscuit slots have been cut, place a biscuit in each joint and dry-assemble the workpiece. Make sure each joint lines up and fits. • Finally, disassemble the workpieces and place a bead of glue in each slot. Also, spread a bead of glue over the entire surface of the joint. Reinsert the biscuits and assemble the workpieces. • Clamp workpieces together until the glue sets up. EDGE-TO-EDGE JOINTS LINEOF CUT INDICATOR CENTERLINE MARK(S) Fig. 10 14 BUTTJOINTS BUTT JOINTS A butt joint is made by mating the end grain of one board with the edge grain of another. The bonding of glue on this type of surface is poor. However, by using biscuits you can create a strong joint that gives a mortise-andtenon effect. MAKING BISCUIT SLOT(S) BUTT JOINTS UIT(S) See Figures 11 - 12. • Unplug the biscuit joiner. • Place the two pieces of wood to be joined on a level workbench. Align them against each other in the arrangement in which they will be assembled. • Using a square, determine the location of each biscuit spline joint and mark the center of each joint by drawing a line across the edges of the two boards. • Loosen the locking knob and set the fence angle at 90 °. • Set the fence height at the desired dimension on the scale by rotating the height adjustment knob. I J MULTIPLE BISCUITSSTACKED Fig. 11 NOTE: The scale indicates the height of the fence from the center of the blade. • Tighten the locking knob securely. • Select the correct depth of cut setting to match the biscuit size you are planning to use. Make a test cut in a scrap piece of wood from the same workpiece if possible. • Clamp the workpiece securely so that it will not move during the cut. • Plug the biscuit joiner into a power supply and prepare to make your first cut. Grasp and hold the biscuit joiner securely with both hands. • Place the fence against the board and align the indicator marks on the fence with the centerline mark(s) on the board. • Depress the switch trigger to turn on the biscuit joiner, then push it forward to extend the blade into the wood. • When the base assembly bottoms out against the depth of cut adjustment knob setting, pull back to release pressure on the spring. The blade will retract from the biscuit slot. • Repeat this procedure for cutting the slot in the mating workpiece. • Once all biscuit slots have been cut, place a biscuit in each joint and dry-assemble the workpieces. Make sure each joint lines up and fits. • Finally, disassemble the workpieces and place a bead of glue in each slot. Also, spread a bead of glue over the entire surface of the joint. Reinsert the biscuits and assemble the workpieces as shown in figure 11. • CENTERLINE MARK(S) OFFSET BUTT JOINTS See Figure 12. The rails of a table or workbench are often offset from the front of the table legs. When offsets are required, it is necessary to cut the slots in the rails first, then readjust the fence to cut the slots in the legs. Keeping this one exception in mind, the procedure for cutting offset butt joints is identical to the procedure for cutting butt joints. For example, if a 1/4 in. offset is desired, you would mark the centerlines for cutting a butt joint as mentioned in the procedures for cutting butt joints, and cut the slots in the ends of the rails. Next you would raise the fence 1/4 in. to the desired offset and cut the slots in the legs. OFFSETBUTTJOINTS BISCUIT SLOT BISCUIT CENTERLINE MARK(S) Clamp the workpieces together until the glue sets up. Fig. 12 15 T- JOINTS • Set the fence angle at 90 ° See Figure 13. • Set the fence height at the desired dimension on the scale. • Select the correct depth of cut setting for the biscuit size you plan to use. • Clamp the workpiece securely, then cut each slot at the marked centerline intersection. A T-joint is used when the end of a board is joined to the face of another board. Attaching shelves to bookcases and inner support braces to frames are typical applications. Actual cutting of a T-joint is as simple as any other cut. However, it is critical that you mark the centerlines, mark the intersection points for each slot, and cut each slot correctly. MAKING Next, you must adjust the fence on the biscuit joiner in order to cut slots into the face of the vertical board. T- JOINTS See Figures 13- 15. T-J01NT VERTICALBOARD CENTERLINE MARK(S) HORIZONTAL BOARD _ BISCUITSLOTS/ CENTERLINE MARKS BOARD CENTERLINES BISCUITSLOT(S) Fig. 13 • Unplug the biscuit joiner. • Place the two pieces of wood to be joined on a level workbench. The inside face of the vertical board Fig. 14 TO CUT ENDSSLOTSIN HORIZONTALBOARD should be facing up. • HORIZONTAL BOARD Determine the location of each biscuit joint and mark the centerlines on each board. The centerlines for both boards must line up with each other. Measure carefully; these measurements must be accurate and precise. NOTE: Measure twice and cut once. In addition to the centedines lining up, the spacing of the biscuit slots from side-to-side must also match. • Plug the biscuit joiner into the power supply and cut slots in all boards that require end slots. Follow the procedures explained in "Edge-To-Edge Joints." CLAMP 16 Fig. 15 CUTTING VERTICAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB BOARDS See Figures 16- 17. • Unplug the biscuit joiner. • Loosen the locking knob and set the fence angle at 0°. • Set the fence height at the desired dimension on the scale by rotating the height adjustment knob. • Retighten the locking knob. • Select the correct depth of cut setting for the biscuit size you plan to use. • Clamp the workpiece securely. • Cut each slot at the marked centerline intersection. • Place the biscuit joiner on a vertical board and align the indicator marks on the base assembly with the centerline on the vertical board. • Align the centedine on the bottom of the base assembly with marked intersection for biscuit slot. • Plug the biscuit joiner into the power supply and prepare to cut the slot. • Depress the switch trigger to turn on the biscuit joiner, then push it down to extend the blade into the wood. • When the base assembly bottoms out against the depth of cut adjustment knob setting, pull back, releasing pressure on the spring. The blade will retract from the biscuit slot. • Repeat this procedure for cutting all required slots in vertical boards. • Once all slots have been cut, place a biscuit in each joint and dry-assemble the workpieces. Make sure each joint lines up and fits. • Finally, disassemble the workpieces and place a bead of glue in each slot. Also, spread a bead of glue over the entire surface of the joint. Reinsert the biscuits and assemble the workpieces. • ADJUSTABLE FENCE Fig. 16 Place a straight piece of wood on the vertical board and securely clamp it flush against the base assembly. This piece of wood is used for a fence or guide. It must be square with the sides of the vertical board and parallel with the centedine. • LOCKING KNOB CUTTINGSLOTSIN VERTICALBOARD INDICATOR MARK CENTERLINE MARK ON WORKPIECE HORIZONTAL BOARD Clamp the workpieces together until the glue sets up. CLAMP VERTICAL BOARD Fig. 17 17 MITER JOINTS • There are two types of miter joints that can be made using biscuits: flat miters and edge miters. Fiat miters are used when making picture frames. Edge miters are used when making boxes or things where you don't want to show the end grain of the wood. Finally, disassemble the workpieces and place a bead of glue in each slot. Also, spread a bead of glue over the entire surface of the joint. Reinsert the biscuits and assemble the workpieces. • Clamp the workpieces together until the glue sets up. MAKING • Unplug the biscuit joiner. • Place the pieces of wood to be joined on a level workbench. • Mark the centerline of the joint on each board. See Figures 18 - 21. MAKING FLAT MITER JOINTS See Figure 18. • Unplug the biscuit joiner. • Place the pieces of wood to be joined on a level workbench. Using a square, draw a through the center of each joint perpendicular to the mitered Z,z/_i"i_, •edges coming, on MARK(S) EDGE MITER JOINTS See Figures 19 - 21. BISCUIT CENTERLINE MARK(S) Fig. 18 Fig. 19 • Set the fence angle at 90 °, set the fence height at the desired dimension on the scale, select the correct depth of cut setting for the biscuit size you plan to use, and clamp the workpiece securely. • When making edge miter joints with workpieces that have different thicknesses, clamp the pieces securely to a workbench with the long sides up. This will assure that the outside surfaces will match. • Align the indicator mark on the fence with the centerline on the workpiece. • Loosen the locking adjusting knob and set the fence angle at 135 °. • Plug the biscuit joiner into the power supply and prepare to cut the slot. • Set the fence height at the desired dimension on the scale by rotating the height adjustment knob. • Depress the switch trigger to turn on the biscuit joiner, then push it forward to extend the blade into the wood. • Tighten the locking knob securely. • When the base assembly bottoms out against the depth of cut adjustment knob setting, pull back, releasing pressure on the spring. The blade will retract from the biscuit slot. • Repeat this procedure for cutting the mating slot and all required miter joint slots. • Once all slots have been cut, place a biscuit in each joint and dry assemble the workpieces. Make sure each joint lines up and fits. 18 • Placethebiscuitjoinerontheworkpiecewiththe adjustablefencerestingonthelongsideof workpiece. Thebaseor verticalfenceshouldbeagainstthemiterededgeoftheworkpiece. • Recheckthefenceheightsettingto makesureit will notcutthroughthe workpiece. • Aligntheindicatormarkonthefencewiththe centerlineontheworkpiece.Makesurethe baseor vertical fenceis pressedflatagainstthemiterededgeofthe workpiece. • Plugthebiscuitjoinerintothepowersupplyandprepareto cutthe slot. • Depresstheswitchtriggerto turnonthebiscuitjoiner, thenpushitforwardto extendthe bladeintothe wood. • Whenthebaseassemblybottomsout againstthe depthof cutadjustmentknobsetting,pullback,releasingpressureonthespring.Thebladewillretractfrom the biscuitslot. • Repeatthisprocedure forcuttingthematingslotand allrequiredmiterjointslots. • Onceallslotshavebeencut,placea biscuitineach jointanddry-assemble theworkpieces. Makesure eachjointlinesupandfits. • Finally,disassemble workpieces andplacea beadof gluein eachslot.Also,spreada beadofglueoverthe entiresurfaceofthejoint.Reinsertthebiscuitsandassembleworkpieces. • Clampworkpieces togetheruntilthegluesetsup. Iftheworkpiecesareofthesamethickness,clamp themsecurelyto a workbench withtheshortsidesup. Setthefenceangleat 45°. Place the biscuit joiner on CUTTINGEDGEMITER SLOT FROMLONGSIDE OFWORKPIECE Fig. 20 CUTTINGEDGEMITER SLOT FROMSHORTSIDE OFWORKPIECE the workpiece with the adjustable fence resting on the short side of the workpiece and the base or vertical fence against the mitered edge of the workpiece. Follow steps above to cut required slots. NOTE: not cut cal and mitered Before cutting slots, make sure the blade will through the workpiece and that both the vertihorizontal fences are pressed flat against the edge and face of the workpiece. Fig. 21 19 _k _k REPLACING WARNING: When servicing, use only identical Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. After extended use, the blade on your biscuit joiner may become dull and need replacing. If you accidentally hit a nail or other blunt object, it will break the carbide tips, which will require replacing the blade. 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. GENERAL THE BLADE See Figures 22 - 24. MAINTENANCE Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc. • Unplug the biscuit joiner. • Remove the dust bag. • Place the biscuit joiner upside down on a workbench. • With a screwdriver, remove the four screws and washers that connect the shoe to the front and rear assemblies. Remove the shoe. SHOWNWITHOUTDUSTBAG _k SCREW(S) WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury. SHOE Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure because the fiberglass chips and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, we do not recommended using this tool for extended work on these types of materials. However, if you do work with any of these materials, it is extremely important to clean the tool using compressed air. LUBRICATION All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further lubrication is required. Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should be replaced at a Sears Service Center. Fig. 22 20 • Placea screwdriver inthe holeprovidedinthebearing plate. • Placeoneofthenon-cuttingteethlocatedbehindeach carbide-tipped cuttingtoothagainstthescrewdriver or pinandlockthebladeto preventit fromrotating.DO NOTlockthebladeagainstoneofthe cuttingteeth. Carbidetips willbreak. • Usinga 3/16in. hexkey,removethe bladescrew. NOTE:Turnthe bladescrewcounterclockwise to removethe blade. SCREWDRIVER • Remove the outer blade washer, blade and inner blade washer. • Clean wood particles and resin from the blade washers, dust bag area, base assembly, and all surrounding parts. • Place the inner blade washer on the gear spindle. • Place the new blade onto the shoulder of the blade washer and secure with the outer blade washer and the blade screw. NOTE: The blade screw fits into the cupped side of the outer blade washer. NON-CUTTING TOOTHBEHIND CARBIDE-TIPPED CUTTINGTOOTH NOTE: The blade teeth point toward the right of the tool when held in normal operating position. The direction of rotation is marked on the joiner blade. An arrow on the bottom of the front base assembly also indicates direction of rotation. HEXKEY • Turn the blade screw clockwise and tighten securely. • Replace the shoe. • Replace the washer and screws and tighten securely with a screwdriver. • Replace the dust bag. BLADE OUTER _ SCREW WASHER BLADE _ BLADE BLADE SCREW BLADE._._ _ Fig. 23 INNER BLADE WASHER _ I GEAR SPINDLE Fig. 24 21 CLEANING PATH THE BASE ASSEMBLY SHOWNWITHOUTDUSTBAG AND DUST SCREW(S) SHOE See Figures 25 - 27. After extended use, wood particles and resin may build up inside the base assembly of your biscuit joiner and clog the path for wood particles going into dust bag. Wood particles packing up in this area not only defeats the dustless feature of your biscuit joiner, it also makes cutting biscuit slots more difficult. • Unplug the biscuit joiner. • Remove the dust bag. • Place the biscuit joiner upside down on a workbench. • Using a screwdriver, remove the four screws and washers securing the shoe. Remove the shoe. • Remove the blade. See "Replacing the Blade." • With the blade removed, place the biscuit joiner right side up. Using a pair of needle nose pliers, stretch and release the springs from the tabs on the bearing plate. DUSTBAG PORT \ Fig. 25 SPRING PLIERS Fig. 26 22 • Usinga screwdriver, removethetwoscrewsthatconnectthefrontandrearbaseassemblies. • Carefully separatethefrontbaseassemblyfromthe rearbaseassembly.Remove thefrontbaseassembly. NOTE:Thesepiecesaretightlyjoined.It maybehelpful to usea malletto lightlytapthe areawherethe assemblies meet. • Removetherearbaseassembly. • Withtheassemblies separated, cleanwoodparticles andresinfromthe bladearea,dustbagport,frontand rearassemblies andallsurrounding areas. • Applya thincoatof generalpurposegreasein slotsor onthebearingplatewherethebaseslides. • Replace the rearbaseassembly. • Replace thefrontbaseassembly.Replaceandtightenthescrewsthatconnectthefrontandrearbase assemblies. • Reinstall or replacethe blade. • Securethe shoewiththewashersandscrews. • Replace thedustbag. CLEANING TRACK(S) SLOT(S) FRONTBASE ASSEMBLY SCREWS REARBASE ASSEMBLY Fig. 27 THE DUST BAG See Figure 28. • Unplug the biscuit joiner. • Remove the dust bag. • Slide the clip off the end of the dust bag.0 • Thoroughly clean the dust bag by shaking out all debris. • Replace the clip. • Replace the dust bag. Fig. 28 23 Thefollowingrecommended accessories arecurrentlyavailable at Searsretailstores: • Biscuits100pieces............................................................................................................................................. Size0 • Biscuits100pieces............................................................................................................................................. Size10 • Biscuits100pieces............................................................................................................................................. Size20 • BiscuitAssortment .................................................................................................................................. 400piecestotal Size0............................................................................................................................................................... 100pieces Size10.............................................................................................................................................................. 100pieces Size20.............................................................................................................................................................. 200pieces _k WARNING:Currentattachments andaccessories available for usewiththistoolarelistedabove.Donotuseany attachments or accessories notrecommended bythemanufacturer ofthistool.Theuseofattachments or accessoriesnot recommended canresultin seriouspersonalinjury. PROBLEM 1. Biscuits do not fit the slots. Biscuits not fitting slots may also cause misalignment of the boards being joined. SOLUTION A. Biscuit slots are too deep or too shallow. Make fine adjustments depth setting. See "Making Fine Adjustments." to B. Biscuit thickness may be out of tolerance. Compress biscuits in a vise if they are too thick. C. Check to see if biscuits are the correct size for the size slots that have been cut: #0, #10, or #20. D. Check to see if biscuits have gotten wet and have swelled. 2. Wood particles begin to back up on the front of the unit. A. The dust collection system is not functioning properly. The dust bag may be full. Empty the dust bag often. See "Installing/Removing Dust Bag". B. The dust port may be clogged, preventing wood particles from being drawn into the dust bag. Remove the front and rear base assemblies and clean blade, bearing plate, base assembly slots, and surrounding areas. See "Cleaning the Base Assembly and Dust Path." 3. Blade becomes difficult to push in when cutting slots. Blade does not retract properly when cutting slots. 4. Cutting performance is poor and there is a loss of power or stalling of motor when cutting slots. A. Wood particles and resin have built up on base assembly slots and surrounding areas. Remove front and rear base assemblies and clean blade, bearing plate, base assembly slots and surrounding areas. Apply a thin coat of general purpose grease in slots or on bearing plate where base slides. See "Cleaning the Base Assembly and Dust Path." A. Blade is dull. Replace the blade. See "Replacing the Blade." B. Resin has built up on the blade. Remove the blade and clean blade with gum and pitch remover. See "Replacing the Blade." 24 • CRAFTSMAN BISCUIT JOINER - MODEL NUMBER 315.175390 • SEE NOTE 9 8 27 37 28 39 32 30 31 23 32 30 i 19_ 25 24 24 42 42 21 _22 NOTE: 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. _- CRAFTSMAN l BiSCUiT JOINER - MODEL NUMBER 315.175390 The model number will be found ordering on a platerepair attached your BJSOUmTJOINER or when parts_to the motor housing. Always mention the model number in all correspondence SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING regarding mNSTRUOTIONS PARTS LiST Key No. Part Number Description Qtyo Key No. Part Number 24 660569001 25 26 690903001 631152001 Wavy Washer ........................................... Base ......................................................... 4 1 27 640851004 28 29 900949001 512338001 Faceplate .................................................. Non-skid Surface ..................................... Washer ..................................................... 1 1 2 631168001 640853004 Spring Plate .............................................. 2 Height Frame ............................................ Screw ....................................................... Washer ..................................................... 1 2 2 Height Gear .............................................. 2 C-Ring ...................................................... 2 2 1 Description Qty, 1 940304070 2 940301025 3 985604001 4 900501001 5 630070001 Adjustment Rod ....................................... 1 6 690206001 7 640852002 Compression Spring ................................ Rear Base ................................................. 1 1 8 660328001 Screw (10-24 x 3/4 in. Fil. Hd.) ................. 2 30 31 9 342213001 Depth Adjustment 1 32 660409001 10 660106002 Lock Nut (8-32) ......................................... 1 11 690157001 Locking Knob ........................................... 1 33 34 570255001 610401001 12 690215001 Tension Spring .......................................... 2 13 660213009 Screw (M4 X 8 mm) .................................. 4 35 36 631225001 671391001 14 512093001 Track (L) .................................................... 1 37 512544002 Compression Spring ................................ Plastic Washer ......................................... 15 985605001 Bearing Plate Assembly (Incl. Key 16) ...... 1 16 680894001 301147002 512210001 Height Adjustment Rod Assembly ........... 1 Fixed Knob ............................................... 1 17 6703001 Bail Bearing (CW#6200RS) ...................... 1 Lock Washer ............................................ 4 38 39 40 342217001 Fence Handle ........................................... 1 18 660212018 41 42 631151002 660279005 1 690148001 Screw (M4 x 16 mm Pan Hd.) .................. 4 Blade Washer ........................................... 1 Adjustable Fence ...................................... 19 20 671289002 Blade ........................................................ 1 1 630057002 Blade Lock Washer .................................. 1 300027047 940932013 Dust Bag Assembly .................................. 21 43 44 Warning Label .......................................... 2 22 660326001 Screw (5/16-18 x 3/4 in. Fiat Hd.) ............ 1 45 300912112 Carrying Case (net shown) ....................... 1 23 512265001 Track (R) ................................................... 46 983000-495 Operator's Manual Logo Plate ................................................ Data Plate ................................................. 1 1 Gear Assembly ......................................... Oil Seal ..................................................... 1 1 Knob ........................... 1 * Screw (M5 X 12 mm Fiat Hd.) .................. 4 * Screw (M4 X 18 mm Fiat Hd.) .................. 2 * Standard Hardware Item - May Be Purchased Locally ** Available From Div. 98 - Source 980.0 Complete assortment available at your Nearest Sears Retail Store J |
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