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PRQFESS|ONAL

12.5 Amp, Variable Speed,
Peak HP Router Combo

2-114

with Fixed Base, Plunge Base,
and D-Handle Base
Model No. 320. 28084

CAUTION!
follow

Read, understand

all Safety

instructions

and

Rules and Operating

in this Manual

before

using this product.
Sears,

Roebuck

www.craftsman.com

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Warranty
Safety
Assembly
Description
Operation
Maintenance

= Troubleshooting
and Co.,

Hoffman

Estates,

IL 60179

Warranty

Page 2

Safety Symbols

Page 3

Safety Instructions

Pages 441

Unpacking

Pages 1142

Description

Pages 134 5

Assembly

Page 16

Operation

Pages 17-50

Maintenance

Pages 51-52

Troubleshooting

Pages 53

Accessories

Pages 54-55

Parts list

Pages 56-66

Sears Repair Parts Phone and Numbers

Back Cover

ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL TOOL
If this Craftsman professional tool fails to give complete satisfaction within
one year from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears store or parts &
repair center or other craftsman outlet in the United States for free repair
(or replacement, if repair proves impossible).
This warranty does not include expendable parts such as lamps,
batteries, bits, or blades.
This warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase if this
product is ever used for commercial or rental purposes
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates IL 60179

WARNING: Some dust created by using power tools contains chemicals
known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!

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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 symbol warnings DO NOT, by themselves, eliminate any danger.
The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident-prevention measures.
,_

WARNING:

Be sure to read and understand

all safety instructions

in this

manual, including all safety-alert symbols, such as "DANGER," "WARNING," and
"CAUTION," before using this router. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
SYMBOL
_.

MEANINGS

SAFETY=ALERT

SYMBOL:

May be used in conjunction
_,

DANGER:

Indicates DANGER, WARNING,

with other symbols

or pictographs.

Failure to obey this safety warning WILL result in death or serious

injury to you or to others. Always follow the safety precautions
of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
,_

WARNING:

CAUTION:

to reduce the risk

Failure to obey this safety warning CAN result in death or serious

injury to you or to others. Always follow the safety precautions
of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
_.

OR CAUTION.

Failure to obey this safety warning

to reduce the risk

MAY result in personal

to you or others or property damage. Always follow the safety precautions
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
DAMAGE

PREVENTION

AND INFORMATION

injury
to

MESSAGES

These inform user of important information and/or instructions
that could lead
to equipment or other property damage if not followed. Each message is preceded
by the word "NOTE:" as in the example below:
NOTE: Equipment
not followed.

and/or

_,
W_ARYOUR

property

damage

WARNING:

may result if these

The operation

instructions

are

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 shield and a full-face shield when needed.
We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over
eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shield,
available at Sears Stores or other Craftsman' Outlets.

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WARNING:

BE SURE to read and understand

all instructions

before using this router. Failure to follow all instructions
fire and/or serious personal injury.

in this manual

may result electric

shock,

WORK AREA SAFETY
•

Keep your work area clean and well
areas invite accidents.

lit. Cluttered

•

Do not operate power tools in explosive environments,
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
Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Make your workshop
childproof
tools away when not in use.

•

Before using your router, make sure that the work area has ample lighting
and that there are no obstructions that will interfere with its safe operation.

with padlocks

workbenches

and dark

a power tool.

and master switches.

Lock

PERSONAL SAFETY
•

Know your power tool. Read this operator's manual carefully. Learn the
router's applications and limitations, as well as the specific, potential hazards
related to this tool.

Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common
operating a power tool.

•

Do not use this 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. Pull back long hair.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothing
and long hair can be caught in moving parts. Air vents often cover moving
parts and should also be avoided.

•

Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the "OFF" position before
plugging in the tool. Do not carry tools with your finger on the switch.
Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the
switch in the "ON" position invites accidents.

•

Remove adjusting keys or blade wrenches before turning the tool "ON."
A wrench 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.

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sense when

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Always secure your work. Use clamps or a vise to hold the workpiece
securely. It is safer than using your hand, and it frees both hands to operate
the tool.
•

Use safety equipment.
Always wear eye protection. A dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hardhat, and/or hearing protection must be used for
appropriate conditions.

•

Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable footing on a solid
surface enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.

TOOL USE AND CARE
,_ WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all instructions before operating
this router. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
o

Always use clamps or other practical ways to support and secure the
workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the workpiece by hand or against
your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool and bit for your application. The
correct tool and bit will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which
it is designed.
Do not use the tool
cannot be controlled

if switch does not turn it "ON" or "Off." Any tool that
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

•

Disconnect
the ptug from the power source before making any
adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of accidentally starting the tool.

•

Never leave the tool running.
comes to a complete stop.

•

Store idle tools out of the reach of children
Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained

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.

Always turn it off. Do not leave the tool until it

and other untrained
users.

persons.

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
that may be suitable for one tool may become
another tool.

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for this tool. Accessories
hazardous when used on

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ELECTRICAL

SAFETY

_, WARNING: Do not permit fingers to touch the terminals
installing or removing the plug from the outlet.

of the plug when

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. Applicable only to Class II (doubleinsulated) tools.

•

This router motor is double insulated.

WARNING:

precautions
•

Double insulation

when operating

does not take the place of normal safety

this tool.

Before plugging in the tool, be sure that the outlet voltage supplied is within
the voltage marked on the tool's data plate. Do not use "AC only" rated tools
with a DC power supply.
Avoid body contact with grounded
surfaces,
ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased
body is grounded.

such as pipes, radiators,
risk of electric shock if your

Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions
or use power tools
in wet or damp locations. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
•

inspect tool cords for damage. Have damaged tool cords repaired at a
Craftsman Service Center. Be sure to stay constantly aware of the cord's
location and keep it well away from the moving router.

•

Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tool or to pull
the plug from an outlet. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges,
and moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords
increase the risk of electric shock.

EXTENSION

CORDS

Use a proper extension cord. Use only cords listed by Underwriters
Laboratories (UL). Other extension cords can cause a drop in line voltage,
resulting in a loss of power and overheating of the tool.
For this tool, an AWG (American Wire Gauge) size of at least 14-gauge is
recommended
for an extension cord of 25-ft. or less in length. Use 12-gauge
for an extension cord of 50-ft. Extension cords 100-ft. or longer are not
recommended.

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A smaller wire gauge size has greater capacity than a larger number (14-gauge
wire has more capacity than 16-gauge wire; 12-gauge wire has more capacity than 14-gauge). When in doubt, use the smaller number. When operating
a power tool outdoors, use an outdoor extension cord marked "W-A" or "W".
These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
,_

CAUTION:

Keep the extension

cord clear of the working

area. Position the
while

cord so that it will not get caught on lumber, tools, or other obstructions
you are working with a power tool.

,_ WARNING: Check extension cords before each use. If damaged, replace
immediately. Never use a tool with a damaged cord, since touching the damaged
area could cause electrical shock, resulting in serious injury.
SAFETY SYMBOLS

FOR YOUR TOOL

The label on your tool may include the following symbols.
V ......................................................

Volts

A.......................................................

Amps

Hz .....................................................

Hertz

W. .....................................................

Watts

min ...................................................

Minutes

"%'

...............................................

Alternating

---=

..............................................

no
[]

................................................
..................................................

.../min ...............................................
..............................................

current

Direct current
No-load speed
Class II construction,
Revolutions

Double Insulated

or Strokes per minute

Indicates danger, warning or caution.

It means

attention? Your safety is involved.
SERVICE SAFETY
•

If any part of this router is missing or should break, bend, or fail in any way;
or should any electrical component fail to perform properly: shut off the
power switch, remove the router plug from the power source, and have the
missing, damaged or failed parts replaced before resuming operation.

•

Tool service must be performed only at a Craftsman Parts and Repair
Center. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could
result in a risk of injury.

•

Use only identical replacement
parts when servicing a tool. Follow the
instructions in the maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized
parts or failure to follow maintenance
shock or injury.

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instructions

may create a risk of electric

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SAFETY RULES FOR ROUTERS
_,

CAUTION:

Cutting

bits coast after the router is switched

•

Hold the tool by insulated gripping surfaces (handles) when performing
an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own
cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make the exposed metal parts of the tool
"live" and shock the operator.

Maintain a firm grip on the router with both hands to resist torque upon
starting the router.

•

Never attempt to use the router motor without first installing it in an approved
base. Failure to heed this warning could result in personal injury and damage
to the motor.

•

Make sure that the router motor does not move up or down when clamped
in a fixed base.

•

Do not hold the router by hand for use in an upside-down
or horizontal
position. The router motor can separate from the base if it is not properly
attached according to the instructions.

•

Tighten the collet/nut
securely to prevent the cutting bit from slipping. If
the collet/nut is not securely tightened, the cutting bit may detach during use,
causing serious personal injury.

•

Never tighten the collet/nut

without a cutting

bit installed

off.

in the collet/nut.

Use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece
to a stable platform, and hold the workpiece rigidly in position. Holding the
workpiece by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of
control.
Never hold the piece being cut in your hands or across your legs. It is
important to support and clamp the workpiece properly in order to minimize
body exposure, bit binding, and loss of control.
•

Always

keep the chip shield clean and in place.

•

Stay alert and clear the router cutting-bit
path of any obstructions
before
starting the motor. Keep the cutting area clear of all foreign objects while the
router motor is running.

•

Check

•

Make sure that the cutting bit is not in contact with the workpiece before
the switch is turned on. The bit must always be running at full speed before
contacting the workpiece.

to see that the cord will not "hang up" during routing operations.

Keep hands clear of the cutting
prevent personal injury.
•

Provide clearance
through-cutting.

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bit when the router motor is running to

under the workpiece

for the router cutting

bit when

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Keep cutting

pressure

constant.

Do not overload the motor.

Use only sharp cutting bits that are not chipped or cracked.
bits will cause stalling and can burn the workpiece.

Never use this router motor with a cutting bit larger than 34/2-inches

•

Always use cutting bits that are designed for this router. Never use
cutting bits that are larger in diameter than the opening in the router subbase. Cutting bits that have cutter diameters larger than the opening could
cause possible loss of control or create other hazardous condition that could
cause serious personal injury.

Blunt cutting

in diameter.

The sub-base
on this router has an opening of 1=1/4 inch. To use cutting
bits with a larger diameter, install and use a sub-base with a larger diameter
opening (sold separately at Sears stores or other Craftsman outlets).
•

Do not use large router cutting bits for freehand routing. Use of large
cutting bits when freehand routing could cause loss of control or create
hazardous conditions that could result in serious personal injury. If using a
router table, large bits should be used for edging only.

•

Be sure the cutting bit is centered
prior to template-guide
applications
finished work.

•

Do not remove more than 1/8 inch in a single pass. Excessive depth of
cut can result in loss of control that could result in personal injury.

in the template guide (sold separately)
to avoid personal injury or damage to

Turn the router motor OFF after completing a cut, and let it come to a
complete stop before removing the router from workpiece.
•

Let the router motor come to a complete
stop before putting the router
down. Cutting bits coast after the power is turned off.

•

Only use router tables that conform to safe woodworking
practices and offer
proper guarding for the cutting bit. Use router tables that are UL classified
and identified as suitable for use with this specific router model. Failure to
comply could result in serious personal injury.

•

Only use router tables with on-board,
switch-controlled
receptacles.
Failure to use router tables with all the appropriate safety features could
result in serious personal injury.

•

Disconnect
or changing

•

Be carefut not to touch the coUet/nut or cutting bit with your hands or
fingers if you are changing a bit immediately after use. The heat buildup from
cutting could cause severe burns. Always use the wrench provided.

Avoid "climb cutting." See the OPERATION section in this manual. "Climb
cutting" increases the chance for loss of control resulting in possible serious injury.

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the tool from the power source before making
cutting bits.

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any adjustments

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WARNING: Use of this product can generate dust containing chemicals
known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive

harm. Some examples

•

Lead from lead-based

•

Crystalline

•

Arsenic and chromium

of these chemicals

are:

paints.

silica from bricks and cement and other masonry
from chemically

treated

products.

lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending upon how often you do this
type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
o

Work in a well-ventilated

area.

•

Work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic
particles.

Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling,
and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed
areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes or lie on
the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
WARNING:

Use of this tool can generate and/or

disburse

dust, which may

cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/
OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct
the particles away from face and body.
ADDITIONAL
,_

RULES

WARNING:

FOR SAFE OPERATION

Be sure to read and understand

all instructions listed below may result in electric
personal injury.

all instructions.

Failure to follow

shock, fire and/or

serious

Know your power tool Read this operator's manual carefully. Learn the
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 or eye shields when using this router. Everyday
eyeglasses may have impact-resistant
lenses, but they are not safety
glasses.

•

Protect

•

Protect your hearing. Wear appropriate personal hearing protection
during power-tool use. Under some conditions noise from this product
contribute to hearing loss.

•

your lungs.

Wear a facemask

or dust mask if the operation

All visitors and bystanders
must wear the same safety equipment
operator of the router should wear.

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is dusty.

may

that the

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•

Inspect tool cords periodically and, if they are damaged, have them repaired
at your nearest Craftsman Service Center. Be aware of the cord location.

•

Always check the tool for damaged parts. Before further use of the
tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to
determine if it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check
for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other
condition that may affect the tool's operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced at a Sears Service Center.

Inspect

Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct
others who may use this tool. If someone borrows this tool, make sure they
have these instructions, also.

and remove

all nails from lumber before routing.

_1_ WARNING: Your router should never be connected to the power source
when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or removing
collets/nuts or cutting bits, cleaning, or when it is not in use. Disconnecting the
router will prevent accidental starting, which could cause serious personal injury.
1.

The router motor is attached to the fixed base, and the 1&-in. collet nut is
already installed when you open the package. Carefully lift the router motor
in the fixed base out of the storage/carrying
case and place it on a stable,
flat surface.

Lift the plunge base and the D-handle
on a flat surface.

Open the parts bag to locate the following:

base out of the case and place them

Edge Guide
• 1/4-in. Collet/Nut
• Collet/Nut

wrench

• Power Cord
- 2 Sawdust-Extraction

Hoods

• 2 Screws to attach the Sawdust-Extraction

Hood to the Plunge Base

• Chip Shield for Plunge Base
• Depth-Adjustment
4.

Wrench

Inspect the items carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage has
occurred during shipping. If any of the items mentioned is missing, (refer to
"PARTS LIST" illustration), return the router to your nearest Sears store or
Craftsman outlet to have the router replaced.

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_h, WARNING:

If any parts are broken or missing, do not attempt

to plug in

the power cord or operate router until the broken or missing parts are replaced.
Failure to do so could result in possibly serious injury.
PARTS LIST (Fig. 1)
Fig. 1
1. Fixed Base and Router motor with 1/2-in. Collet/Nut

4. Edge Guide

5. 1/4-in. collet/Nut

6. Collet/Nut

Wrench

2. Plunge Basse

7. 2 Sawdust Extraction_

8. Depth-AdjustmentWrench

9. Chip Shield for Plunge

3. D-Handle Base

Base

10.2 Screws

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KNOW YOUR ROUTER

COMBO

(Fig. 2)

Fig. 2
Variable Speed Dial

Router Motor Top Cap

Micro Adjustment Dial

"Live Tool Indicator"
Light

Depth Indicatol
Ring

On/Off

Handles with
Soft-Grip

Coarse

Power Outlet
Motor Clamp

Adjust-

Edge Guide
Locking Knob
Sub Base

Edge Guide Mounting Slot
Collet/Nut

Spindle Lock
Integrated Depth-adjustment
Wrench hole

Edge Guide Mounting Slot
Sawdust Extraction Hood

Depth-Rod Adjust Knob

Depth _
Depth Rod /

/_
igD__ePthr

Indicator
/I
Depth-Rod _
Micro Adjust
Screw

Depth-Stop

Turret

Sub-Base

Edge Guide Mounting Slot

Sawdust Extraction

Hood

Clear Plastic Chip Shield

Micro Adjustment Dial

Depth Indicator Ring

Motor_Clam

Sub-Base

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Coarse Adjustment Knob

Edge Guide
Locking Knob

Sawdust Extraction Hood

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PRODUCT

SPECiFiCATiONS

Rating

12.5 Amps

No load Speed

12000-25000RPM

Peak H P

2-1/4

Input

120V, 60Hz AC

Collets/Nuts

and Cutting

Bit Shank Diameters

1/4 in., 1/2 in.

Fixed Base Diameter

6 inches

Plunge Base Diameter

6 -11/16 inches

D-Handle

Base Diameter

6 inches

Sub-Base

Opening (Diameter for cutting

Sub-Base

Thickness

bit use)

1-1/4 inches
0.23 inches (6mm)

Fixed Base Depth of Cut

1-3/4 inches (45mm)

Plunge Base Depth of Cut

2-1/8 inches (55mm)

D-handle

1-3/4-inches

Base Depth of Cut

NOTE: Before attempting to use your router, familiarize
operating features and safety requirements.

(45mm)

yourself with all of the

Your router has a precision-built
electric router motor, and it should be connected
only to a 120-volt, 60-Hz AC ONLY power supply (normal household current).
Do not operate on direct current (DC). This large voltage drop will cause a loss
of power and the router motor will overheat. If the router does not operate when
plugged into a correct 120-volt, 60-Hz AC ONLY outlet, check the power supply.
This router has a 10-ft, 2-wire power cord (no adapter needed).
This Router

Combo

has the following

features:

12.5 Amp, 244 Peak HP, Variable Speed Router motor, which runs at 12,000
to 25,000 RPM (no-load speed).

Variable Speed Dial for matching the speed to the workpiece material and bit size.

Electronic-Feedback
Circuitry
quality finish in all materials.

Soft-start feature minimizes the torque twist common with larger router
motors by limiting the speed at which the router motor starts. This also
increases the motor's life.

Quick-Clamp
System allows the router motor to be changed
Plunge, and D-Handle bases without tools.

Fixed Base and D-Handle
for accurate set-ups.

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maintains

constant

speed under load for a

among Fixed,

bases feature coarse and fine depth adjustments

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Plunge Base features fine and micro depth-rod
for precise set-ups and repetitive cutting.

Smooth plunge action lowers the bit into the workpiece at 90 ° for accurate cutting.

3-position
individual

10. Spindle

auxiliary handle on the D-handle
preference.
Lock for easy, one-wrench

adjustments

base for positioning

bit changes.

11.1/4-inch
and 1/2-inch Self-Releasing Collets/Nuts
of 1/4-in. and 1/2-in. router bits, sold separately.
12. Detachable power cord: replaceable
easy carrying and storage.
13. Ball Bearings throughout

with turret stops

for use with a wide variety

to prolong tool life and removable

for

the motor for smooth, efficient operation and long life.

14. Ergonomically designed handles with soft grip on the three router bases for
comfort and maximum control with less vibration.
15. Large base openings and large chip shields on the three bases, combined
with 3 LED Worklights on the Router motor to provide high visibility of the bit
and the workpiece.
16. Durable, non-marring sub-bases glide smoothly over the workpiece.
sub-bases have a cutter-bit opening of 1-1/4 in.

The

17. Router motor constructed of high-density nylon and precision-milled
aluminum for strength and exact fit into bases.

cast

18. Bases constructed

of magnesium to provide lightweight,

19. Impact-resistant
router-motor
tool from damage.

durability, and stability.

top cap and handles on bases help protect the

20. Heavy-duty Edge Guide for routing applications such as decorative
grooving, dadoing, slotting, and straightedge planing/trimming.

edging,

21. Conveniently located On/Off Toggle Switch is front mounted for added
visibility and easy access.
22. Sawdust-Extraction
attachment,

Hood allows bases to attach to 1-1/4-inch vacuum hose

sold separately.

23. Live Tool Indicator Ught shines green when the router is plugged into a power source.
24. Replaceable
25. Includes

Brushes (sold separately)

impact-resistant

for dependable

case for easy carrying

26. Table Mounting Holes on bases for mounting
(available separately).

service.

and storage.

the router to a router table

27. Integrated depth-adjustment-wrench
opening for adjusting the depth of cut
from above a routing table with the depth-adjustment
wrench.

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NOTE: This tool is shipped completely assembled. To change the router motor
from one base to another, install or remove cutting bits, add accessories such as
sawdust ejection hoods for hook-up to vacuums, or install the heavy-duty edge
guide, see the following instructions.

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DETACHABLE

POWER CORD (Figs. 3, 3a and 3b)

The router has a detachable

power cord for easy carrying

and storage.

Note: Always attach the detachable power cord to the router before connecting the
power cord to the power source.
Before turning the router on, for the fixed base or the plunge base, connect the
long power cord the power outlet located on router motor top cap (See indicator
label on the router); for the D-handle base, connect the long power cord to the
power outlet located on back of the main handle.
Fig. 3_

Fig. 3a

Fig. 3b

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Fig. 3c

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TOGGLE

"ON/OFF"

SWITCH

(Fig. 4)

Your router motor is turned
"ON" and "OFF" by the toggle
switch located on the top cap
of the router motor.
The left side of the toggleswitch (as you face it) is
marked "1" for "ON" and the
right side (as you face it) is
marked "0" for "OFF."
To turn the router motor "ON,"
Push the toggle switch to the
left side marked "1," or "ON."
To turn the router motor
"OFF," Push the toggle switch to the right side marked

"0," or "OFF."

Always hold the router and cutting
the toggle switch "ON."

bit away from the workpiece

when turning

Contact the workpiece with the router and cutting
has fully reached the selected speed.

Remove the router and cutting bit from the workpiece only after turning the
router motor "OFF," and after the cutting bit has come to a complete stop.

bit only after the router

TRIGGER SWITCH and LOCK=ON BUTTON for D=HANDLE BASE ROUTER (Fig. 5)
The D-handle

base features

Fig. 5

an on-off trigger switch and
a lock-on button for easy and
safe operation.
To Start/Stop
Base Router

D=handie

Connect the plug attached
the main handle to the power
outlet located on the routermotor top cap (See indicator
on the Router).
2_

Connect

the detachable

power cord to the router
as shown in Fig. 3b.
3_

Connect the plug of the detachable
power outlet.

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power cord to a standard,

household-

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Start the router by turning on the router motor (see Fig. 14), then squeezing
the ON/OFF trigger switch (see Fig. 5).

To stop the router, release the ON/OFF trigger
switch to the right side marked "0" ("OFF").

To lock the ON/OFF trigger switch in the "ON" position, press trigger switch
and, while holding it "ON," press in the lock-on button located on the left
side of the handle (see Fig. 5).

The lock-on button allows the operator to keep the router running without
squeezing the trigger switch. This is useful for continuous routing applications.

To release the power lock-on
This will turn the router off.

LiVE=TOOL

iNDiCATOR

button,

switch or push the toggle

press and release the trigger

switch.

LIGHT (Figs. 6 and 6a}

Your router has a Live-Tool
Indicator light located on the
router-motor top cap adjacent
to where the power cord
enters the router motor. This

Fig. 6

green light is always on when
router motor is plugged into a
power source.
The D-Handle

base has an

Live Tool Indicator

additional light Ioacting on the
back of the main handle.

Fig. 6a

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Live Tool Indicator

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SELECTING THE CUTTING BiT
This router comes with 1/4-in. and 1/2-in. collets/nuts that accept 1A-inchdiameter and 1/2-inch-diameter
shanked cutting bits, respectively.
,_

WARNING:

Do not use router cutting

bits that have a cutting-bit

diameter

larger than 1-I/4 inches when using the router with the sub-bases included with
this combo, as they will not fit through the sub-base opening and will cause
damage to the sub-base and the motor and could cause serious personal injury
to the operator.
NOTE: The sub-base installed on this router has an opening of 14/4-inches. To
use cutting bits with a larger diameter, use a sub-base with a larger opening,
sold separately at Sears stores or other Craftsman outlets.
WARNING:

When using router cutting

bits with a cutter diameter

larger

than 1-1/2 inches, always have the speed dial set at number 1 or 2. Refer to the
Variable Speed Selection Chart located on top cap of the router motor for the
maximum speeds to use with various cutting-bit diameters. Failure to follow
these instructions could cause loss of control of the router in the workpiece,
causing possibly serious personal injury.

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iNSTALLiNG

AND REMOVING

THE CUTTING

BiT (Figs. 7, 8, 8a)

iNSTALLiNG THE CUTTING BiT
1.

Turn router

motor off

Fig. 7

and unplug it from the
power source.

Collet
Nut

Remove the router motor
from its base.

Spindle Lock

NOTE: See instructions for
removing and installing the router
motor in the fixed base, plunge
base, and D-handle base.
3.

Place the router motor
upside down on its top
cap with the collet/nut
pointing up.
Fig. 8

Press the spindle-lock
button to engage and
lock the spindle shaft and
collet/nut (Fig. 7).

/
Cutters

Bit Shank

Place the wrench on the
collet/nut, and turn it
counter-clockwise
to loosen

Spindle Lock

collet/nut slightly to accept
the cutting-bit shank.
6.

Insert the cutting bit
shank into the collet/nut
assembly as far as it will
go, then back the shank
out until the cutters are

Fig. 8a

approximately
1/8 to 1/4inch away from the face of
the collet/nut (Fig. 8, 8a).
7.

With the cutting bit
inserted and the spindle
lock button pressed in to
engage the shaft, place
the wrench on the collet/
nut and turn it clockwise

Cutters

Collet/Nut

until the router-cutting
bit and the collet/nut are
firmly tightened.

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WARNING:

Tighten the collet/nut

securely to prevent the cutting

slipping. If the collet/nut is not securely tightened,
during use, causing serious personal injury

the cutting

bit from

bit may detach

NOTE: To ensure proper gripping of cutting-bit
shank and minimize run-out,
shank of the cutting bit must be inserted into the collet/nut at least 5/8-inch.
CAUTION:
cutting

To prevent damage

to tool, do not tighten the collet/nut

without

THE CUTTING

BIT (Figs. 7, 8, 8a)

Turn the router motor off and unplug the router from the power source.

Remove the router motor from the base.

Place the router motor upside down on its top cap, with the collet/nut
pointing up.

Press the spindle-lock
collet/nut (Fig. 7).
Place the wrench
collet/nut

bit installed.

REMOVING

the

button to engage and lock the spindle shaft and the

on the collet/nut

and turn it counterclockwise

to loosen

slightly.

Remove the cutting-bit

shank (Fig. 8).

NOTE: The collet/nut is self-releasing;
it is not necessary to strike the collet/nut
to free the router cutting bit. If the cutting bit seems stuck after use, loosen the
collet/nut a little more until it releases.
COLLET/NUT

CARE

From time to time, inspect the collet/nut
it is gripping the cutting bit properly.

With the router cutting bit removed and the spindle lock engaged, turn the
collet/nut counterclockwise
until it is free from the motor's spindle shaft.

Blow the collet out with compressed
air, and clean the tapered
collet/nut with a tissue or a fine brush.

Always make sure that the cutting-bit shank, collet/nut, and router-motor
spindle are clean and free of woodchips, dust, residue, grease, and rust
before installing.

Apply a small amount of machine oil to the spindle

Replace worn or damaged

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collets/nuts

to make sure that it is clean and that

inside of the

shaft if it looks dry.

immediately.

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CUTTING

BITS

Get faster, more accurate

cutting

results by keeping cutting

Remove all accumulated

When sharpening cutting bits, sharpen
Never grind the outside diameter.

Be sure, when sharpening the end of a cutting bit, to grind so that the
clearance angle remains the same as it was originally.

iNSTALLiNG
,_

pitch and gum from cutting

bits clean and sharp.

AND REMOVING

WARNING:

bits after each use.

only the inside of the cutting

THE ROUTER

edge.

MOTOR

Never use the router motor without

installing

it into either the

fixed, plunge, or D-handle bases in this Router Combo. Failure to do so could
result in serious personal injury and damage to the motor.
NOTE: Install the collet/nut and router cutting bit you are going to use before
installing the router motor in the fixed base, plunge base or D-handle base. See
"Installing and Removing the Cutting Bit" section.
WARNING:

Always turn the router motor off and unplug the router from the

power source before making any adjustments or installing accessories.
Failure to
turn the router motor off and unplug the router could result in accidental starting,
which can cause serious personal injury.
To Install Router
1.

Motor in Fixed Base (Fig. 9)

Turn the router motor off
and unplug the router from
the power source.

Fig. 9

Place the fixed base on
flat surface.
With the back of the fixed
base facing you, open the
router motor clamp (A).

Press in the Coarse
Adjustment Knob (B) while
aligning the router motor's
slot with the pin in the
fixed base.

When the motor's slot is aligned and engaged
router motor down into the fixed base.

When the coarse-adjustment
knob is pressed in, the router motor can be
moved up or down to set coarse adjustments.

After all adjustments

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are made, securely

into the base's pin, slide the

close the router-motor

clamp.

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To Install Router Motor

in Plunge Base (Fig. 10)

Turn the router motor off
and unplug the router from
the power source.

Place the plunge base on
a flat surface.

With the back of the

Fig. 10

MotorSlot

plunge base facing you,
open the router-motor
clamp (A) and make sure
that the plunge action is
in the "UP" position, with
the plunge lock lever (B)
locked down.

Align the router motor's slot with the pin in the plunge base, and lower the
router motor into the plunge base.

Slide the router motor into the base as far as it will go.

Securely

close the router-motor

To install Router Motor

clamp.

in D-Handle

Base (Fig. 11)

Turn the router motor off and unplug the router from the power source.
2.

Place the D-handle

base on a flat surface.

With the back of the D-handle

base facing you, open the router-motor

clamp

(A).
4_

Press in the Coarse Adjustment Knob (B) while aligning the router motor's
slot with the pin in the fixed base. Engage the motor's slot with the pin in the
base.
Slide the router motor down into the D-handle

base.

When the coarse-adjustment
knob is pressed
moved up or down to set coarse adjustments.

in, the router motor can be

After all adjustments
To Remove

Router

are made, securely close the router-motor

Motor

clamp.

From Fixed Base (see Fig. 9)

Turn the router motor off and unplug the router from the power source.

Place the router on a flat surface.

With the back of router facing you, open the router-motor

Push in the coarse adjustment knob (B) to release the router motor "Position
groove" (C) from the lock hook (D) in the base, while lifting the router motor
free of the base.

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clamp (A).

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Set the router motor upside down on its top cap with the collet/nut
up, and remove the cutting bit.

Store the router motor and base in the carry/storage

To Remove

Router

Motor From Plunge

pointing

case when not in use.

Base (see Fig. 10)

Turn the router motor off and unplug the router from the power source.

Place the router on a flat surface.

With the back of the plunge base facing you, open the router-motor clamp (A)
and make sure that the plunge action is in the "UP" position with the plunge
lock lever (B) locked down.

Lift the router motor straight up and out of the base, sliding the pin in the
router motor free from the slot in the plunge base.

Set the router motor upside down on its top cap with the collet/nut
up, and remove the bit.

Store the router motor and base in the carry/storage

To Remove

Router

Motor From D=handle

Turn the router motor off
and unplug the router from
the power source.

Place the router (Dhandle base/router
motor)

pointing

case when not in use.

Base (see Fig. 11)

Fig. 11

on flat surface.

C
D

With the back of router
facing you, open the
router motor clamp (A).

Push in the coarse
adjustment knob (B) to
release the router motor
"Position groove" (C) from
the lock hook (D) in the base, while lifting router motor free of base.

Set the router motor upside down on its top cap with the collet pointing
and remove the cutting bit.

Store the router motor and base in the carry/storage

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case when not in use.

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WARNING:

Always remove cutting

bits from the collet/nut

when the router is

not being used. Leaving bits installed could result in an accident
personal injury.

causing serious

Three Mounting

Base (Fig. 12)

Positions

For Auxiliary

Handle Of D-Handle

There are three mounting
positions on D-handle base
for auxiliary handle (Fig. 12);
you can choose the desired
position to install the auxiliary
handle for ease of operation.
1.

Turn the auxiliary handle
counterclockwise
to loosen
it and remove the auxiliary
handle from the base.

Align the screw on the
auxiliary handle with the
desired mounting hole
located on the left side of
the D-handle base.

Turn the auxiliary

ADJUSTING
WARNING:

handle clockwise

until it is firmly tightened.

DEPTH OF CUT
Your router should never be turned

on or connected

to the

power source when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing
or removing collets/nuts or cutting bits, cleaning, or when it is not in use.
Disconnecting the router will prevent accidental starting, which could cause
serious personal injury.
NOTE: All depth adjustments on the Fixed Base or D-Handle
made with the router motor clamp open.

Base must be

NOTE: For the Fixed Base or D-Handle Base, the cutting bit depth equals the
amount of the cutter that is exposed below the surface of the sub-base.

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DEPTH ADJUSTMENT

WiTH FIXED BASE (Figs. 13 and 14)

The fixed base is designed
with a micrometer-fine

Fig. 13

adjustment system. When
the bit is lowered to the
F_

approximate position desired
(coarse setting), the system
may then be micro adjusted to
the precise depth desired.
Coarse

Adjustment:

Depressing the Coarse
Adjustment Knob (B) allows
you to quickly lower or raise
the cutting bit to one of three
depth settings.

Fig. 14

Fine Adjustments:
NOTE: Before making fine
adjustments,
reset the Depth
Indicator Ring to "0" (zero)
(E, Fig. 9).

E
B._

The Depth Indicator Ring (E),
located on the Fine Adjustment
Dial (F, Fig. 9) is marked in
1/64-in. increments. Turning
the fine adjustment dial
clockwise 180 ° (1/2 turn),
lowers the cutting bit 1/16
inch. One full turn clockwise (360) to "0" (zero) lowers the bit 1/8 in.
The Depth Indicator Ring may be reset to "0" (zero) without moving the Fine
Adjustment Dial. This allows the user to begin adjustments from any reference point.
To Adjust

Cutting

Depth

(Figs. 13 and 14)

Turn the router motor off and unplug it from the power source.

Place the router on a flat, level surface with the back of the fixed base facing
you. Open the Router Motor Clamp (A).

With the cutting

Lower the router motor into the base until the cutting
surface on which the base is sitting.

Turn the Fine Adjustment Dial (F) until the cutting
surface on which the base is sitting.

bit installed,

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press in the Coarse Adjustment

Knob (B).

bit is very close to the

bit just touches

the flat

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Lock the Router Motor Clamp (A).

While continuing to press the Coarse Adjustment Knob (B), turn the Fine
Adjustment Dial (F) until the "0" (zero) mark on Depth Indicator Ring (E) is
lined up with the "1" mark on the base.

Release the Coarse Adjustment
up with the mark.

Place the router on two, level, scrap workpieces, positioned side by side with a
space between them so that the cutting bit can be lowered below the sub-base.

Knob, making sure that the "0" stays lined

10. Turn the Fine Adjustment Dial (F) counterclockwise
to lower the bit to the
desired depth of cut. Turn the dial clockwise to raise the cutting bit.
11. Once the depth of cut is set, securely

close the router motor clamp (A).

NOTE: Making a single deep cut is never advisable. Small-diameter
cutting bits
are easily broken by too much side thrust and torque. Large cutting bits will
cause a rough cut and be difficult to guide and control. For these reasons, do not
exceed 1/8-in. depth of cut in a single pass.
DEPTH ADJUSTMENT
_,

WARNING:

WITH THE PLUNGE

BASE

The router should never be turned

ON or be connected

to the

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PLUNGE

ACTION

(Fig. 15)

Fig. 15

The plunge-base feature
simplifies depth adjustments
and allows the cutting bit to
be accurately lowered into the
workpiece for more precise
set-ups.
1.

To lower the cutting bit,
release the plunge-lock
lever by moving it "up" to
the unlocked position.

Apply an even, downward
pressure on the plunge
action until the cutting bit reaches the desired
lever "down"

depth.

Move the plunge-lock

to the locked

position.

To raise the bit and the plunge action, unlock the plunge-lock
lever. The
plunge action will automatically
retract from the workpiece and return to the
raised position.

Always have the plunge action in the raised position and locked when the bit is not
cutting in the workpiece.

DEPTH=STOP ROD AND DEPTH=STOP TURRET (Figs. 16 and 17)
NOTE: The router motor
clamp
closed
depth
plunge

Fig. 16

should always be
securely when making
adjustments on the
base.

Control the cutting depth with
the Depth-Stop Rod and the
Depth-Stop Turret as follows:
1.

G
D

Turn the router motor off

and unplug the router from
the power source.

B
A

Place the router, with the
cutting bit installed,
flat, level surface.

on a

Lower the plunge action until the cutting
on which the router is sitting.

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bit makes contact

with the surface

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Lock the Plunge-Depth
Locking Lever (F). This position is now "0" (zero), the
point from which further depth adjustments can be made.

Rotate the depth-stop turret until the lowest step of the turret (A) is aligned
directly under the Depth-Stop Rod (B) (see Fig.16).

Loosen the Depth-Rod Locking Knob (C) and lower the Depth-Stop
it contacts the lowest step on the turret.

Slide the Clear Plastic Depth-Indicator
(D) until the red line on the indicator
is lined up with "0" (zero) on the bottom of the depth scale. This is now
indicating point at which the bit makes contact with the workpiece.

To set a desired cutting depth, slide the Depth-Stop Rod up until the Red
Line on the Clear Plastic Depth-Indicator
points to the desired cutting depth
on the Depth Scale (E). Secure the Depth-Stop Rod at this position by
tightening the Depth Rod Locking Knob.

Unlock the Plunge Lock Lever (F) to allow the bit to automatically
the UP position.

Rod until

retract to

10. The desired depth-of-cut
may now be achieved by plunging the router down
until the depth-stop
rod contacts the selected step on the depth-stop turret.
Making

Deep Cuts with the Depth=Stop

Turret (Fig. 17)

NOTE: Making a single,
deep cut is never advisable.
Smaller diameter cutting
bits are easily broken by too
much side thrust and torque.
Larger cutting bits will cause
a rough cut and be difficult to
guide and control. For these
reasons, do not exceed 1/8in. depth of cut in a single
pass.
To produce deep cuts, always
make several, progressively
deeper cuts by starting with
the Highest Step on the depthstop turret, and, after each cut, rotate the turret to the next lowest step until the
final Lowest or Last step is reached.
The 5 steps progress by 1/8th-in. increments. The 5 steps represent a range of 3/8
in. to 7/8 in. with a full 360 ° rotation of the turret. Repeat this process if necessary.

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Micro Adjustments

with the Depth=Stop

Rod and Depth=Stop

Turret

The Depth-Stop Rod has a Micro Adjustment Knob (G) that turns a screw inside
the rod (B) to raise or lower the Depth-Stop Rod on the Turret (A) for micro-fine
adjustments of the plunge depth.
Each complete revolution
depth 5/127 inch.

of the Micro Adjustment

Knob adjusts the plunging

When micro-adjusting the plunge depth, always make sure that the microadjustment screw has been turned down (clockwise) several revolutions from its
top, or starting position, before setting the Depth-Stop Rod and Depth-Stop turret.
Always set the micro adjustments
position and locked down.

with the plunge action in the raised (or up)

To use the micro-adjustment
knob after the depth rod and the turret have been
set, check the final depth setting and micro adjustment as follows:
o

To micro-increase
the plunge depth, raise the micro-adjustment
turning the knob counterclockwise
the desired amount.

•

To micro-reduce
the plunge depth, lower the micro-adjustment
turning the knob clockwise the desired amount.

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT
The D-handle

WiTH D=HANDLE

base is

screw by

BASE (Figs. 18 and 19)

Fig. 18

designed with a micrometer
fine-adjustment
system.
When the bit is lowered to
the approximate setting (the
coarse setting), the system
can then be micro-adjusted
to
the precise depth.
Coarse

Adjustment:

Depressing the Coarse
Adjustment Knob (B) allows
you to quickly lower or raise
the cutting bit to one of three
depth settings.

Fine Adjustments:
NOTE: Reset the Depth Indicator Ring (E) to "0" (zero) before making fine adjustments.
The Depth indicator
Ring (E) located on the Fine Adjustment Dial is marked
in 1/64-in. increments. Turning the Fine Adjustment Dial clockwise 180 ° (1/2
turn), lowers the cutting bit 1/16-inch. One full turn clockwise (360 °) to "0" (zero)
lowers the bit 1/8-in.

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The Depth Indicator Ring may be reset to "0" (zero) without moving the Fine
Adjustment Dial. This allows the user to begin adjustments from any reference point.
To Adjust Depth
1.

(Figs. 18 and 1;

Turn the router motor off

Fig. 19

and unplug the router from
the power source.
2.

Place the router, with the
cutting bit installed, on
a flat, level surface with
the back of the fixed base
facing you.

3.
4.

Open the Router-Motor
Clamp (A).
Press in Coarse
Adjustment Knob (B), and
lower the router motor into
the base until the cutting
base is sitting.

bit is very close to the flat surface on which the the

Turn Fine Adjustment Dial (F) until the cutting
surface on which the base is sitting.

bit "just" touches

the flat

Lock Router motor Clamp (A).

While continuing to press the Coarse Adjustment Knob (B), turn the Fine
Adjustment Dial (F) until the "0" (zero) mark on the Depth Indicator Ring (E) is
lined up with the "1" mark on base.

Release the Coarse Adjustment
line up with the "0" mark.

Place the router on two, level, scrap workpieces, positioned side by side with a
space between them so that the cutting bit can be lowered below the sub-base.

Knob, making sure that the "0" continues

10. Turn the Fine Adjustment Dial (F) counterclockwise
to lower the bit to the
desired depth of cut. Turn the dial clockwise to raise the cutting bit.
11. Once the depth of cut is set, close the router motor clamp (A) securely.
NOTE: Making
bits are easily
cause a rough
exceed 1/8-in.

a single, deep cut is never advisable. Smaller diameter cutting
broken by too much side thrust and torque. Larger cutting bits will
cut and be difficult to guide and control. For these reasons, do not
depth of cut in a single pass.

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Deep Cuts (Fig. 20)

Fig. 20

The proper cutting depth
for each pass is always
determined by the material,
the cutting bit size, and the
type and power of the motor.
Always make several,
progressively deeper cuts by
starting at one depth and then
making several more passes,
each time increasing the
cutting depth until the desired
depth is reached.
Making a cut that is too deep will stress the router motor and the cutting bit, and it
may burn the workpiece and dull the cutting bit. It could also "grab" too much of
the workpiece and cause loss of control of the router, causing a serious accident.
Always make test cuts in scrap material similar to the workpiece before
beginning the final cutting. Remember, knowing the right depth for each cut
comes with routing experience.
LED WORKLIGHTS

(Fig. 21)

The router motor has 3 built-

Fig. 21

in worklights located around
the collet/nut for high visibility
of workpiece when cutting.
These lights are always "ON"
when the toggle switch/trigger
switch is in the "ON" position,

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HEAVY-DUTY

EDGE GUIDE (Figs. 22, 22a and 22b)

The Router Combo comes
with a Heavy-Duty Edge
Guide. This edge guide
can be used as an aid in
routing applications such as
decorative edging, straight
edge planning and trimming,
grooving, dadoing and slotting.
To attach the edge guide to
the fixed, plunge, or D-handle
base, simply insert the edgeguide rods into edge-guide
mounting slots, adjust it to
the desired position, and lock
down with the edge-guide
locking knobs.

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Fig. 22a

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Electronic

Variable Speed Control

The electronic speed control
feature allows router motor

(Fig. 23)
Fig. 23

speed to be matched to cutter
size and workpiece-material
hardness for an improved
finish and extended bit life.
Speed changes are made by
rotating the Speed Control Dial
to the "LEFT," starting at "1 ,"
to increase the speed and to
the "RIGHT" to decrease the
speed, as indicated on the Dial.
The router motor top cap has
a "Variable Speed Selection
Chart" located above the "ON/OFF" toggle switch to help determine
speed for the cutting bit being used.
WARNING:

Before operating

the correct

the router follow all safety instructions

manual. Failure to do so could result in serious

personal

Variable Speed Selection

in this

injury.

Chart

Never exceed these bit speeds
Cutting-Bit

Diameter

Max. Speed

Up to 1 in. (25mm)

1-1/4 in. to 2 in. (30-50mm)

4 - 5

2-1/4 in. to 2-1/2 in. (55-65 mm)

2 - 3

3 in. to 3-1/2 in. (75-90mm)

1- 2

Reduce the speed when using extra large bits (1-inor more in cutting diameter
or heavy cutting bits. Changing the router's rate of feed can also improve the
quality of the cut.
DIAL SETTING

RPM

12,000

14,000

16,000

18,000

20,000

25,000

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APPLICATION
Non-ferrous metal, hardwoods,
larger diameter cutting bits

Softwoods,
plastics,
countertops, smaller diameter
cutting bits

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The speed charts above indicate the relationship between the speed setting and
the cutting application. Exact settings are determined through operator experience
and preference, and by recommendations
by the cutting-bit manufacturer.
ELECTRONIC

FEEDBACK

CIRCUITRY

Electronic feedback circuitry monitors and adjusts power in order to maintain the
desired RPM for consistent performance
and control, providing constant speed
under load for a quality finish in all materials
PLACING
,_

THE ROUTER

WARNING:

ONTO THE WORKPIECE

Before operating

AND STARTING

the router, follow all safety instructions

manual. Failure to do so could result in serious

personal

THE CUT
in this

injury.

NOTE: Making test cuts is essential with most routing applications. A test cut
will give a feel for the set-up, the router's speed, the depth of cut, and how the
cutting bit reacts to the workpiece.
Much of routing is a trial-and-error process of making various adjustments, followed
by test cuts. To avoid ruining good material, make test cuts on scrap materials.

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EDGE ROUTING
1.

(Figs. 24, 24a and 24b)

With the depth-of-cut set,
place the router on the
edge of the workpiece,
making sure that the
cutter does not contact

Fig. 24

the workpiece. (With the
plunge base, lock the
plunge action in the DOWN
position, ready to cut).
2.

Have an edge guide
(or a board or a metal
straightedge) clamped
in place to help guide
router's base when making
the edge cut.

Fig. 24a

Turn the router "ON," and
allow the router motor to
reach the selected

speed.

To begin the cut, gradually
feed the cutting bit into
the edge of the workpiece.

When the cut is complete,
turn router motor "OFF"
and allow the cutting bit
come to a complete stop
before removing it from
the workpiece.

Unplug the router from the
power source, place the
fixed base or D-handle

Fig. 24b

base and router upside
down on a worktable, and
inspect the finished cut.
Place the plunge router
on worktable, and inspect
finished cut in workpiece.
WARNING:

Always

securely clamp the workpiece
in place, and keep a firm grip
on the router base with both
hands at all times. Failure to
do so could result in loss of control causing
28084 Manual Revised 07-0712

possibly

serious personal

injury.
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WARNING:

Removing the cutting

rotating could damage the workpiece
serious personal injury.
iNTERNAL
1.

ROUTING

bit from the workpiece

while it is still

and result in loss of control, causing

WiTH FIXED BASE (Figs. 25, 25a, 25b)

With the depth-of-cut
set,
tilt the router and place
it on the workpiece with
only the leading edge of
the sub-base contacting

Fig. 25
_

o-_,

workpiece (Fig.25).
Turn the router motor "ON"
and allow the router motor
to reach the selected
speed, being careful not
to allow the cutting bit to
contact the workpiece.

To begin the cut, gradually
lower the router until the
sub-base is level with the

Fig. 25b

workpiece to feed the
cutting bit into the workpiece
(see Fig 25a, 25b).
4.

When the cut is complete,
turn the router motor
"OFF" and allow the

Fig. 26

cutting bit come to a
complete stop before
removing it from the
workpiece.
5.

Unplug the router from
the power source, place
the router upside down
on the worktable, and
inspect the finished cut in
the workpiece.

WARNING:

Always

securely clamp the workpiece
in place, and keep a firm grip on the router base with both hands at all times. Failure
to do so could result in loss of control, causing possibly serious personal injury.
,_

WARNING:

Removing the cutting

could damage the workpiece
personal injury.
28084 ManuaLRevised 07-0712

bit from workpiece

while it is still rotating

and result in loss of control, causing

serious

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NOTE: Making test cuts is essential with most routing applications.
A test cut
will give you a feel for the set-up, the router's speed, the depth of cut, and how
the cutting bit reacts to the workpiece.
INTERNAL
1.

ROUTING

WITH PLUNGE

With the depth-of-cut set,
and the plunge action locked
in the raised (UP) position,
turn the router motor "ON"
and allow the router motor

BASE (Figs. 27 and 27a)

Fig. 27

to reach the selected speed
(see Fig. 27).
2.

Unlock the plunge-lock
lever and gently and
evenly lower the plunge
action into the workpiece.
(see Fig. 27a).

When the plunge action
is fully lowered, lock the
plunge lock lever (DOWN)
and proceed to make the
cut (see Fig. 27a).

Fig. 27a

When the cut is
completed, turn the router
motor "OFF" and allow
the cutting bit come to a
complete stop.

When the cutting bit has
come to a complete stop,
unlock the plunge lock
lever (UP), and the plunge
action will automatically
retract the cutting bit from
the workpiece.

Unplug the router from power source, place the router on the worktable,
inspect the finished cut in the workpiece.

WARNING:

Always securely

clamp the workpiece

and

in place, and keep a firm

grip on the router base with both hands at all times. Failure to do so could result
in loss of control, causing serious personal injury.

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Page 39

NOTE: Making test cuts is essential with most routing applications. A test cut
will give you a feel for the set-up, the router's speed, the depth of cut, and how
the cutting bit reacts to the workpiece.
INTERNAL
1.

ROUTING

With the depth-of-cut

WITH D-HANDLE
set,

tilt the router and place
it on the workpiece with
only the leading edge of
the sub-base contacting
workpiece (Fig.28).
2.

Fig. 28

Turn the router motor "ON"
and allow the router motor
to reach the selected
speed, being careful not
to allow the cutting bit to
contact the workpiece.

BASE (Figs. 28, 28a, 28b and 29)

To begin the cut, gradually
lower the router until the
sub-baee is level with the

Fig. 28a_

Fig. 28b

workpiece to feed the cutting
bit into the workpiece (see
Fig 28a, 28b).
4.

When the cut is complete,
turn the router "OFF"
and allow the cutting bit
come to a complete stop
before removing it from
the workpiece.

Fig. 29

Unplug the routerfrom the
power source, place the
router upside down on the
worktable, and inspect the
finished cut in the workpiece.

_i_ WARNING:

Always

securely clamp the workpiece
in place, and keep a firm
grip on the router base with
both hands at all times. Failure to do so could result in loss of control,
possibly serious personal injury.

causing

_, WARNING: Removing the cutting bit from workpiece while it is still rotating
could damage the workpiece and result in loss of control, causing serious
personal injury.
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Page 40

WARNING:

Removing the cutting

could damage the workpiece
personal injury.

bit from workpiece

and result in loss of control,

while it is still rotating
causing serious

ROUTING

WARNING:

(Fig. 30)
Fig. 30

Do not use

large cutting bits for freehand
routing. Using large cutting
bits when freehand routing
could cause loss of control
or create other hazardous
conditions that could result
in personal injury. If using a
router table, large bits should
be used for edging only.
When used freehand, the
router becomes a flexible and
versatile tool. This flexibility
makes it possible to easily
rout signs, relief sculptures,
When freehand

etc.

routing:

Draw or layout the pattern

Choose

Rout the pattern in two or more passes. Do not exceed 1/8-in. depth of cut in
a single pass. This will help provide better control, as well as serve as a guide
on the next passes.

the appropriate

on the workpiece.

bit.

NOTE: A core-box bit 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.
NOTE: Making a single, deep cut is never advisable. Smaller-diameter
bits are
easily broken by too much side thrust and torque. Larger bits will cause a rough
cut and be difficult to guide and control. For these reasons, do not exceed 1/8in. depth of cut in a single pass.
_.

WARNING:

Always securely

clamp the workpiece

in place, and keep a firm

grip on the router base with both hands at all times. Failure to do so could result
in loss of control causing possible serious personal injury.

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Page 41

EDGING WITH A PILOT BiT (Figs. 31 and 31a)
Arbor-type bits with pilots are
excellent for edge shaping
any workpiece edge that is
straight or is curved with a
curvature that is equal to
or greater than the radius
of the bit that is used. The
pilot prevents the bit from
making a cut that is too deep;
holding the pilot firmly in
contact with the workpiece
edge throughout the cutting
process prevents the cut from
becoming too shallow.
When the workpiece thickness
and the desired depth of cut are
such that only the top part of
the edge will be shaped, leaving
at least a 1/16-in. thick uncut

Fig.31
Motor housing

\
TOP EDGE SHAPING

\
Workpiece

Top Edge of Workpiece

Fig. 31 a

portion below, the pilot can ride
against the uncut portion of the
workpiece. (See Fig. 31 .)
If the workpiece is too thin or
the bit is set so low so that
there will be no uncut edge
WHOLE EDGE SHAPING
Guide Board
against which to ride the pilot,
Whole Edge of Workpiece
an extra board must be placed
under the workpiece to act
as a guide (see Fig. 30a). This
"guide" board must have exactly the same shape 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. If the guide board is positioned as shown in Fig. 15a (extending beyond
the workpiece edge), the bit will make less than a full cut, altering the shape of
the finished edge.
_.

WARNING:

Always securely

clamp the workpiece

in place, and keep a firm

grip on the router base with both hands at all times. Failure to do so could result
in loss of control causing possible serious personal injury.

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Page 42

FEEDING

THE ROUTER

(Fig. 32)

The secrets to professionallooking routing are careful setup for the cut, proper depthof-cut selection, knowing how
the cutting bit reacts in the
workpiece, and the rate and
direction of feed of the router.
DIRECTION

OF FEED =

EXTERNAL

CUTS (Fig. 32)

The router motor and cutting
bit rotate clockwise. This

Fig. 32
_

Router Feed
Direction

_'_

(D
O
.-I=

_5
',.L_

Cutting
Bit

Router Feed
requires the feed of the cutting
@ Direction
bit to be from left to right (see
Fig. 32). Feeding the bit from
left to right will cause the bit to pull the router towards (up against) the workpiece.

If the router is fed in the opposite direction (right to left), the rotating force of the
cutting bit will tend to throw the bit away from the workpiece, making it hard to
control. This is called "Climb-Cutting:"
cutting in the opposite direction of the
proper feed direction. "Climb Cutting" increases the chance of loosing control,
resulting in possible personal injury. When "Climb Cutting" is required (backing
around a corner, for example), exercise extreme caution to maintain control of
the router.

KICKBACK
Because of the high speed of the cutting bit during a proper feeding operation
(left to right), there is very little kickback under normal conditions. However, if
the cutting bit strikes a knot, an area of hard grain in the workpiece, or a foreign
object, the normal cutting action could be affected and cause "Kickback."
This Kickback may cause damage to your workpiece, and could cause you to
lose control of the router, causing possible personal injury. Kickback is always
counterclockwise:
the opposite direction of the clockwise cutting bit rotation.
To guard against and help prevent Kickback, plan the
of feed so that the router is always moving, and keep the
cutting bit so that they are biting straight into new (uncut)
Also, always inspect the workpiece for knots, hard grain,
could cause a kickback problem.

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set-up and direction
sharp edges of the
wood (workpiece).
and foreign objects that

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DiRECTiON OF FEED =iNTERNAL CUTS (Figs. 33 and 33a)
When making an internal cut,
such as a groove, dado, or
slot, the edge guide, straight
edge, or board guide must
always be positioned on the
right-hand side of the router
as you make the cut (Fig. 33).

Fig. 33
Guide Outside

Bit Rotation

Thrust

When the guide is positioned
on the right hand side of
the router, the router travel
should be from left to right
and "counterclockwise"

Bit Rotation

Router Feed Direction

around curves (see Fig. 33).
This counterclockwise
action
around the curve could cause
"Climb cutting". Always be
alert and exercise extreme
caution to maintain control of

Guide

Fig. 33a
Guide inside

the router when making this
type of cut around curves.
When the guide is positioned
as shown in Fig. 33a, the
router travel should be from
left to right and clockwise
around curves.

Bit Rotation

\
/

=Thrust
Guide

Bit Rotation

/
If there is a choice, the setRouter Feed Direction
up in Fig. 33 is easier to use,
but there is the possibility of
"Climb Cutting" around curves. In either case, Fig. 30 or Fig. 33a, the sideways
thrust of the router cutting is always against the guide, as is proper.
_1_ WARNING:

Always securely

clamp the workpiece

in place, and keep a firm

grip on the router base with both hands at all times. Failure to do so could result
in loss of control causing possible serious personal injury.

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Page 44

RATE OF FEED (Figs. 34 and 34a)
The proper rate of feed
depends on several factors: the
hardness and moisture content

Fig. 34

of the workpiece, the depth of
cut, and the cutting diameter of
the bit. When cutting shallow
grooves in soft woods such as
pine, you may use a faster rate
of feed. When making deep
cuts in hardwoods such as oak,
you should use a slower rate
of feed.

Cut

TOO FAST

Cutter

FEEDING TOO RAPIDLY (Fig. 34)
Clean and smooth finished
cuts can only be achieved
when the cutting bit is rotating
at a relatively high speed
and taking very small bites,
producing tiny, clean-cut chips.

Fig. 34a

Cut

Forcing the feed of the cutting
bit forward too rapidly slows
the RPM of the cutting bit, and
the bit takes larger bites as it
rotates. Larger bites mean larger
chips and a rough finish. This
forcing action can also cause
the router motor to overheat.

TOO SLOW

Cutter

Under extreme force-feeding
conditions, the RPMs can become so slow and the
bites become so large that chips become partially cut off, causing splintering
and gouging of the workpiece.
The router will make clean, smooth cuts if it is allowed to run freely without the
overload of forced feeding. You can detect forced feeding by the sound of the
motor. Its usual high-pitched
whine will sound lower and stronger as it loses
speed. Holding the router against the workpiece will also be more difficult to do.
FEEDING

TOO SLOWLY (Fig. 34a)

When you feed the cutting bit too slowly, the rotating cutting bit does not cut into
new wood rapidly enough to take a bite. Instead, it scrapes away sawdust-like
particles. This scraping produces heat, which can glaze, burn, and mar the cut in
the workpiece and, in extreme cases, overheat the cutting bit.
When the cutting bit is scraping
control as you feed it.
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instead of cutting,

the router is more difficult

Page 45

With almost no load on the motor, the cutting bit has a tendency to bounce
off the sides of the cut in the workpiece, producing a cut with a rippled finish
instead of clean, straight sides.
CHIP SHIELDS

(Figs. 35, 35a and 35b)

_1_ WARNING:

Always wear

eye protection. The chip
shields are not intended as
safety guards.
,_ WARNING: Always turn
the router motor off and
unplug the router from its
power source before making
any adjustments or installing
accessories. Failure to turn the
router motor off and unplug
the router could result in

Fixed Base

Tabs

accidental starting, which can
cause serious personal injury.
To remove the chip shield from
the fixed base, press inward
on the tabs until the chip
shield releases from the base,

Fig. 35a

and remove the chip shield. To
attach the chip shield, place
the chip shield in position, and
flex the sides while pushing
it in, until it snaps back into
place (See Fig. 35).
The chip shield on the plunge
base is held in position by
Plunge Base
Screw
a screw. To remove the chip
shield from the plunge base,
simply remove the screw and take the chip shield off the base (See Fig. 35a).

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Page 46

To remove the chip shield from the D-handle base, press inward on the tabs until the
chip shield releases from the base and remove the chip shield. To attach, place chip
shield in position, and flex sides while pushing it in until it snaps back into place (See
Fig. 35b).
_,

WARNING:

The chip

shield deflectors help keep
dust and chips away from the
operator; they will not stop
objects larger than woodchips
thrown from the bit.
CAUTION:

Always have

the chip shield deflector
in place on the base when
operating the router.
D-handle Base

DUST EXTRACTION

Tabs

HOODS

(Figs. 36, 36a and 36b)
Two dust-extraction
hoods
included with the three router
bases. Each hood is sized to

Fig. 36

accept a 14/4-in. vac hose
adapter, sold separately.
Dust Extraction

Hood for

Fixed Base (Fig. 36)
To attach the hood onto the
fixed base, align the two tabs
on the hood with the two slots
on the port at back of the
base, and secure it by turning
it clockwise (Fig. 36).

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Page 47

Dust Extraction

Hood for Plunge Base (Fig. 36a)

To attach the hood onto the

Fig. 36a

plunge base, position and
secure it to the back of the base
with the two screws (included),
as shown in Fig. 36a.
The dust extraction hood can
also be installed with the hose
outlet facing the front of the
plunge base by removing the
chip shield and attaching the
hood at the front of the base.
Dust Extraction
Handle

Hood for D=

Tow Screws Included

Base (Fig. 36b)

To attach the hood onto the

Fig

---'_"

D-handle base, align the two
tabs on the hood with the
two slots on the port at back
of the base, and secure it by
turning it clockwise (Fig. 36b).
WARNING: Always turn
the router motor off and
unplug the router from the
power source before making
any adjustments or installing
accessories. Failure to turn
router motor off and unplug
the router could result in
accidental

starting,

which can cause serious

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personal

injury.

Page 48

TO ADJUST

DEPTH WITH DEPTH=ADJUSTMENT

and 37b)

WRENCH

(Figs. 37, 37a

Fig. 37

NOTE: The Depth-Adjustment
Wrench supplied is used to
adjust the depth when the
router is fixed to the router
table (Model No. 320. 28180),
sold separately.
WARNING: Always
and follow all directions

read
for

mounting the router to a
router table and for use of the
router table.
A

WARNING: Always turn
the router motor off and

Fig. 37a

unplug the router from the
power source before making
any adjustments or installing
accessories.
Failure to turn
router motor off and unplug
the router could result in
accidental starting, which can
cause serious personal injury.
_,

WARNING:

Only use

router tables with proper
guarding for the cutting bit
and with "on-board,"
switchcontrolled receptacles. Failure
to use router tables with appropriate
personal injury.

safety features

could result in serious

When using either the fixed base or D-handle base to attach the router to the
router table, the bit depth can be adjusted by turning the Micro Adjustment Dial
clockwise or counterclockwise
with the wrench supplied. (Fig. 37 and Fig. 37a)
The depth of the cut can be read on the scale dial. Each mark on the scale
indicates a 1/64-in. change in depth setting.
1.

Turn off the router.

Loosen the router motor clamp.

Insert the wrench into the adjusting hole on the tabletop. Turn the adjustment
bolt on the router clockwise with the wrench to move the collet/nut up, or
counterclockwise
to move the collet/nut down.

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Page 49

When the desired depth
of cut is set, tighten the
clamping lever.

Fig. 37b

The precise depth of cut can
be measured with a ruler.
When using the plunge base
to attach the router to the
router table, the bit depth
can be adjusted by turning
the depth rod clockwise or
counterclockwise
with the
wrench supplied

(Fig. 37b).

Turn off the router.

Lock the Plunge Depth Locking

Insert the wrench into the adjusting hole on the tabletop. Turn the depth
rod on the router clockwise with the wrench to move the collet/nut up, or
counterclockwise
to move the collet/nut down.

When the desired

Lever.

depth of cut is set, tighten the clamping

The precise depth of cut can be measured

28084 ManuaLRevised 07-0712

lever.

with a ruler

Page 50

WARNING:
by a qualified

To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed
service technician

at a Sears Service Center.

GENERAL
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended for repair or replacement by
the customer. All other parts represent an important part of the double-insulation
system and should be serviced only by a qualified Craftsman service technician.
_,

WARNING:

For your safety, Always turn off the switch and unplug the router

motor from the power source before performing

any maintenance

or cleaning.

It has been found that electric tools are subject to accelerated wear and possible
premature failure when they are used to work on fiberglass boats and sports
cars, wallboard, spackling compounds or plaster. The chips and grindings from
these materials are highly abrasive to electrical tool parts, such as bearings,
brushes, commutators,
etc. Consequently, it is not recommended
that this tool
be used for extended work on any fiberglass material, wallboard, spackling
compound, or plaster. During any use on these materials, it is extremely
important that the tool is cleaned frequently by blowing with an air jet.
_1_ WARNING:

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields

during power tool operations,
wear a dust mask.
ROUTINE

or when blowing dust. If operation

is dusty, also

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Do not at any time allow 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.
•

When work has been completed,
of the tool over time.

clean the tool to allow smooth

functioning

Use clean, damp cloths to wipe the tool.

•

Check the state of all electrical

•

Keep the router-motor air openings free from oil, grease, and sawdust
woodchips, and store the tool in a dry place.

•

Be certain that all moving parts are well lubricated,
exposure to damp and/or dirty conditions.

•

For collet/nut

WARNING:

cables.

care, see the Operation

section

particularly

after lengthy

of this manual

For your safety, always turn off the switch and unplug the router

motor from the power source before performing
Refer to "Collet/Nut

Care and Cutting

28084 Manual Revised 07-0712

any maintenance

or cleaning.

bits" for cleaning care.
Page 55

REPLACEMENT

OF CARBON

Replacement brush sets are
available through Craftsman
Parts and Repair Centers.
1.

Unplug the router motor
before inspecting or
replacing brushes.

Replace both carbon
brushes when either has

BRUSHES

(Fig. 38)

Fig. 38

less than 1/4-in. length of
carbon remaining, or if the
spring or wire is damaged
or burned.

Ears

Brushes

Using a slotted
screwdriver, remove the black, plastic cap on each side of the router motor
(Fig. 38), and carefully withdraw the spring-loaded
brush assemblies. Keep
brushes clean and sliding freely in their guide channels.

NOTE: To reinstall the same brushes, make sure that the brushes go back in the
same way they came out. This will avoid the need for a break-in period.
4.

Insert new brush assemblies into the guide channels with the carbon part
going in first, being certain to fit the two metal "ears" into their slots in the
channel (Fig. 38).

Remember to replace both end caps after inspecting or servicing brushes.
Tighten the caps snugly, but do not over-tighten. The router should be
allowed to "RUN IN" (run at no load without a cutting bit) for 5 minutes before
use to seat the new brushes properly.
WARNING:

For your safety, always turn off the switch and unplug the router

motor from the power source before performing

any maintenance

or cleaning.

LUBRiCATiON
All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of highgrade lubricant for the life of the tool under normal operating conditions.
Therefore, no further lubrication is required.

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Page 52

Trouble
I -The router does not
work

Probable

Cause

-Plug is not plugged into
the power source.

-Plug the detachable cord
into the power source.

*Plug is not plugged into
the Router socket.

• Plug the detachable
into the Router.

*Switch
tion.

• Pull the switch to "ON"

is in "OFF" posi-

*The carbon brushes
have worn out completely.
• The surface of the
work piece is not
smooth after cutting

*Bit can not be
installed

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Solution

cord

position.
• Open the brush cap, and
replace the old brushes with
suitable new brushes.

*The bit is dull.

• Change to a sharp bit.

-Routing at an inappropriate bit speed.

-Refer to "Variable Speed
Selection Chart" label on
the Router Motor cap, and
select an appropriate bit
speed.

*Bit size is inappropriate
for the collet/nut

• Use only 1/2 in. or 1/4 in.
diameter bits.

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WARNING:
recommended

The use of attachments

or accessories

for this tool might be dangerous

that are not

and could result in serious

Sears and other Craftsman outlets offer a large selection
accessories designed for specific routing applications.
There is a large selection

bits available in High-Speed
Craftsman
RouterTipped
Cutting
Steel
or Carbide
High-Speed Steel for all your

3/8-in.

1/4-in.

straight

[;
L4J
straight
_ straight
_
straight 3/4-in.
5/16-in.
#1 1/2-in.
_ straght _J, straight
straight
3/8-in. dove taim

1/2-in. dove tail

round nose

1/2-in. 90 d v groove

v groove

3/8x1/2-in.
flush trim

1/2-in,
flush trim

flush trim

1/4-im
flush trim

3/8-in. keyhole

1/2-in,

cove

round over

3/8 in
}

dovetail

1/2-in.round nose

1/2 x 1-in.
fmush trim

28084 Manual Revised 07-0712

router

of
1/8-in.

routing needs.

of Craftsman

injury.

1/4-in,

keyhole

cove

round over

_
1/8 in
round
over

1/4
i_
q

cove

1/2 in
round
over

Page 54

In addition to a wide variety
of router bits, Sears also
offers accessories such
as: Router tables, various
template sets, universal
router fence with lock knobs

bead and cove

1/16-in.
classic cove
with bead

1/4-in. roman ogee

(64181), 11 pc. bushing set
(64180) and clear sub-base
sets; 6pc. fixed base (64182)
6 pc. plunge base (64183).

-_-_

bead cove

classic cove & bead

Roman ogee

3/8-in,

,_k WARNING:

_._<_

1/2-in.

rabbeting

Only use

router tables with proper
guarding for the cutting bit
and with "on-board"
switch

1/4-in,

veining

controlled receptacles.
Failure to use router tables

veining

with appropriate safety
features could result in
serious personal

injury.

1/2-in. core box

1/2-in. mortising

core

box

mortising

l ]
1/4-in. panel pilot

1 3/8-in, 45° chamfer

28084 Manual Revised 07-0712

panel pilot

chamfer

Page 55

12.5 Amp / Variable

Speed / 2= 1/4 Peak HP MODEL

NUMBER

320.28084

The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate.
Always mention the Model Number
Router Motor

Unit

in all correspondence

regarding

your tool.

22J/
23j

j23

241J

25"/_

27JJ

__26

28_

54
28084 Manual RevisedO7-O712

Page56

12.5 Amp / Variable
The Model

Speed / 2=1/4 Peak HP MODEL

NUMBER

320.28084

Number will be found on the Nameplate.

Always mention the Model Number

in all correspondence

regarding

your tool.

FIXED BASE

28084 Manual Revised 07-0712

Page 57

12.5 Amp / Variable Speed / 2=1/4 Peak HP Fixed Base Router MODEL
NUMBER 320.28084
The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate.
Always mention the Model Number

in all correspondence

regarding"

tool.

_63
-'--64
"---65
"---66

_---68
--70
--71
1-72

84
_86

89
91
93

28084 Manual Revised 07-0712

Page 58

12.5 Amp / Variable
The Model

Speed / 2=1/4 Peak HP MODEL

320.28084

Number will be found on the Nameplate.

Always mention the Model Number
D=HANDLE

NUMBER

in all correspondence

regarding

your tool.

BASE

-125

I05,

134
135

-I 36

1
111

118

14t

28084

ManuaLRevised

0L0712

Page 59

12.5 Amp / Variable

Speed / 2=1/4 Peak HP MODEL

NUMBER

320.28084

The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate.
Always mention the Model Number

in all correspondence

regarding

your tool.

ACCESSORIES

142

152

r152

\154

28084

Manual

Revised

O7-O712

Page 60

12.5 Amp / Variable
BER 320.28084

Speed / 2=1/4 Peak HP Fixed Base Router MODEL

NUM=

The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate.
Always mention tool's model number when ordering parts.

Motor Unit
1

3703841000

Decorate Cover

3123313000

Transparent Cap

5610220000

Thread Forming Screw

3123278000

Rear Cover

5610017000

Tapping Screw

4900256000

Speed Adjustor

5620017000

Hexagon Socket Screw

5610059000

Thread Forming Screw

4540017000

Power Indicator

3123329000

Lock Ring

4870073000

Switch

4930008000

Sleeve

4930038000

Receptacle

3122851000

Seal Ring

3120537000

Brush Cap

2800005000

Brush Holder

4960019000

Carbon

2822257000

Power Cord ASSY

4930314000

Receptacle

4930008000

Sleeve

4930038000

Receptacle

3123279000

Middle Housing

3520130000

Bearing Holder

3121049000

Rubber Ring

3700249000

Washer

2740240000

Stator

5610065000

Tapping Screw

28084

Manual

Revised

07-0712

Light

Brush

Page 61

2750839000

Rotor

5700008000

Ball Bearing

3123280000

Fan Baffle

5620040000

Screw

2822255000

LED Holder ASSY

5700056000

Ball Bearing

3420557000

Motor Housing

3550855000

Spindle Lock

5660005000

E Ring

3660174000

Stop Spring

5630179000

Nut

5630187000

Collet Nut

3550721000

Collet

5620041000

Screw

3320460000

Adjusting

3123281000

Indicator

3550854000

Shaft

3320274000

Handle

5620024000

Hexagon Socket Screw

3420558000

Mounting

5670040000

Located

3121637000

Chip Shield

3703872000

Plate

3703863000

Clamping

5670026000

34
Fixed Base

Knob

Lever

3550577000

Mitre Lock Bolt

3123651000

Rubber Insert

5620064000

Screw

3420562000

Adjustor

3123282000

Button

3660293000

Spring

2822361000

Sliding Block

28084 ManuaLRevised 07-0712

Block

Page 62

5630015000

Prevailing Torque Hexagon Nut

3700352000

Washer

5650172000

Wave Washer

5660005000

E Ring

3400189000

Lock Bolt

3123294000

Dust Bracket

5620067000

Screw

3122924000

Base Plate

5620049000

Screw

Plunge Base
60

3123338000

Lock Cap

3123337000

Knighthead

3660312000

Spring

5620032000

Screw
I

2
,

3123435000

5650014000

Plain Washer

3660313000

Spring

3550913000

Depth Stop Bar

3703949000

i Adjusting

Knob

•

i Chp

3123453000

Sleeve

3123756000

Sleeve

3123434000

Depth Indicator

3550083000

Depth Adjusting

3400189000

Lock Bolt

3123498000

5630016000

Hexagon Nut/1

3123497000

Cover

3420566000

Plunge Frame

3520261000

Bush

3520260000

Bush

5670040000

Located

3320274000

Handle

5620024000

Hexagon Socket Screw

28084

Manual

Revised

07-0712

Bolt

1
3
1

I Cap

Page 63

5640045000

Bolt

3660254000

Torsion Spring

3420398000

Plunge Lock Lever

5650007000

Spring Washer

5620039000

Screw

5670026000

3703863000

Clamping

Lever

3550577000

Mitre Lock Bolt

3703872000

Plate

5630015000

Prevailing Torque Hexagon Nut

5690138000

O Ring

5620103000

Slotted Shoulder Screw

3700078000

Wave Washer

3420570000

TurnTable

3700191000

Cap

3660274000

Spring

5660139000

E Ring

3420567000

Mounting

3550870000

Plunge Rod

3550869000

Long Plunge Rod

5670010000

Spring Pin

5650023000

Plain Washer

3550929000

Bolt

3122923000

Base Plate

5620049000

Screw

D-Handle

Base

100

3123329000

Lock Ring

101

2822345000

Internal Wire ASSY

102

3121064000

Cord Guard

103

3320518000

Switch Trigger

104

4870349000

Trigger Switch

105

3123513000

Switch

106

3320516000

Left Handle Cover

28084 ManuaLRevised 07-0712

Button

Page 64

107

3123530000

Cord Guard

108

5610106000

Tapping Screw

109

3120234000

Cord Anchorage

110

3320517000

Right Handle Cover

Tapping Screw

111

5610106000

112

5610031000
I

113

5610060000

114

4930004000

115

3121475000

Left Power Indicator

116

2822388000

Internal Wire ASSY

117

3121424000

Right Power Indicator

4930314000

Receptacle

4930064000

Shark Teeth Terminal

119

5620041000

Screw

120

3320460000

IAdjusting

121

3123281000

Indicator

122

3550854000

Shaft

123

3121637000

118

124

125

I Connector

Knob

i Chip Shield

1
1

3420587000

Mounting

5670040000

Located

5670026000

3550577000

Mitre Lock Bolt

3703863000

i Clamping

Lever

126

3703872000

Plate

127

5630015000

Prevailing Torque Hexagon Nut

128

3402219000

Front Handle

129

5660005000

E Ring

130

3400189000

Lock Bolt

131

5620064000

Screw

132

3123651000

Rubber Insert

133

3420562000

IAdjustor

134

3660293000

Spring

135

2822361000

28084

ManuaLRevised

07-0712

Block

i Sliding Block

1
1
1

Page 65

3700352000

Washer

137

3123282000

Button

138

3123294000

Dust Bracket

139

5620067000

Screw

140

3122924000

Base Plate

141

5620049000

Screw

Accessories
142

5620050000

Screw

143

5650015000

Spring Washer

144

5650013000

Plain Washer

145

3703925000

Fence

146

3550588000

Guiding Rod

147

3700807000

Wrench

5630187000

Collet Nut

3550595000

Collet

149

3123286000

Vaccum Adapter

150

3402220000

151

3123344000

Chip Shield

152

5620353000

Knurled Thumb Screw

153

3123454000

Vaccum Adapter

154

3123500000

148

28084 ManuaLRevised 07-0712

Depth Adjusting

Support

Lever

Plate

Page 66

28084

Manual

Revised

07-0712

Page 67

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