Craftsman 320.2819 User's Manual
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1. Jis de mri ET s a West d E Iu Was x as j Your Home For expert troubleshooting and home solutions advice www managemyhome com For repair in your home of all major brand appliances lawn and garden equipment or heating and cooling systems For the replacement parts accessories and owner s manuals that you need to do it yourself For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like garage door openers and water heaters 1 800 4 M Y HOME Call anytime day or night 1 800 469 4663 U S A and Canada www sears com www sdars ca Our Home For repair of carry in items like vacuums lawn equipment and electronics call anytime for the location of the nearest Sears Parts amp Repair Service Center 1 800 488 1222 U S A 1 800 46 4663 Canada www sears com www se rs ca 1 800 827 6655 USA Para pedir servicio de reparaci n a domicilio y para ordenar piezas 1 888 SU HOGAR 1 800 533 6937 1 888 784 6427 WWW Sears ca M w paat T e kR rere tei m Pie 4 de Fini V mpi Peet warina aH Ute fa rt HAT AGO POR NE EREA t UAR pais AMA LI ER Kakak eet hard entiende Merz DRY a nov M a Sears Brands LLC Registered Trademark Trademark SM Service Mark of Seats Brands LLC Marca Registrada Mar2. curp o The pilot prevents the bit from making too deep a cut Hold Fixed Base ing the pilot firmly in contact m with the work piece edge prevents the cut from becom ing too shallow TOP EDGE SHAPING Workpiece Top Edge of Workpiece Used when the thickness of the work piece and the depth of cut are such that only the top part of the edge is shaped and at least 1 16 in of the lower part of the work piece remains uncut the pilot rides against and is guided by y was Workpiece the uncut portion Fig 15 An extra board must be placed under the work piece to act as a guide if less than 1 16 inch of the work piece PEOLE EDGE SHARING wouid otherwise remain un Whole Edge of Workpiece cut either because the work piece is too thin or the bit is set too low see Fig 158 This guide board must have exactly the same contour straight or curved as the work piece edge If the guide board is positioned so that it extends from the work piece the bit will make less than a full cut which will alter the shape of the finished edge Guide Board NOTE The size diameter of the pilot determines the maximum cut width that can be made the small pilot exposes all of the bit the large one re duces this amount by 1 16 in Any of the piloted cutting bits can be used without a pilot but with a guide for edge shaping WARNING Always securely clamp your work piece and keep a firm grip on the router base with BOTH
3. while you align the router motor s slot with the pin in the fixed base 5 When the router motors slot is aligned and engaged into the base s pin slide the router motor down into the fixed base 6 The router motor will now slide up or down to set coarse adjustments when the coarse adjustment knob is pressed in 7 After all adjustments are made close the router motor clamp securely REMOVING ROUTER MOTOR FROM BASE Fig 5 1 Turn router motor off and unplug from power source 2 Place router fixed base router motor on flat surface 3 With back of router facing you open the router motor clamp A 4 Push in coarse adjustment knob B to release router motor Position groove C from lock hook D in base while you lift router motor free of base 3 Set motor upside down on its top cap with collet pointing up and remove cut ting bit Store motor and base in carry bag when not being used 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 18 4 WARNING ALWAYS remove cutting bits from collet nut when the router is not being used Leaving bits installed could result in an accident causing serious personal injury ADJUSTING DEPTH OF CUT WARNING Your router should NEVER BE TURNED ON or be connected to the power source when you are assembling parts making adjustments installing or removing collets nuts cutting bits cleaning or when it is not in use Disconnecting the router will prevent accidental starting
4. CHIP SHIELD DEFLECTOR Fig 19 WARNING ALWAYS wear eye protection The chip shield deflector is not intended as a safety guard To remove chip shield from fixed base press inward on tabs until chip shield releases from base and remove it To attach place chip shield back in position and flex sides while pushing it in until it snaps back into place See Fig 19 WARNING The chip shield deflector helps keep dust and chips away from the operator it will not stop objects larger than woodchips thrown frorn the bit CAUTION ALWAYS have the chip shield defiector in place on the base when Operating the router source before making any adjustments or installing accessories Failure to turn router motor off and unplug router could result in accidental starting which can cause serious personal injury WARNING ALWAYS turn router motor off and doce router from power There is a dust extraction hood included with this router The hood is sized to accept a 1 1 4 in vacuum hose adapter sold sepa rately To attach the adapter onto the fixed base align two tabs on the adapter with two slots on the port at back of the base and secure it by turning clock wise shown in Fig 20 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 33 To adjust Depth with the Depth Adjustment Wrench Fig 21 NOTE The Depth Adjustment Wrench supplied is used to adjust the depth of cut when the router fixed to the router table Model
5. cut chips Forcing the feed of the cutting bit forward too fast slows the RPM of the cutting bit and the bit takes bigger bites as it ro tates Bigger bites mean bigger chips and a rough finish This forcing action can also cause the router motor to overheat 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 work piece The router will make clean smooth cuts if allowed to run freely without the over load of forced feeding You can detect forced feeding by the sound of the motor lts usual high pitched whine will sound lower and stronger as it loses speed Holding the router against the work piece will also be strained and harder to do FEEDING TOO SLOW Fig 18a When you feed the cutting bit too slowly the rotating cutting bit does not cut into new wood fast enough to take a bite Instead it scrapes away sawdust like par ticles This scraping produces heat which can glaze burn and mar the cut in the work piece and in extreme cases overheat the cutting bit When the cutting bit is scraping instead of cutting the router is more difficult to control as you feed it 28190 Manual Revised 07 6409 i Page 30 With almost no load on the router motor the cutting bit has a tendency to bounce off the sides of the cut in the work piece producing a cut with a rippled finish instead of clean straight sides
6. the router and cutting bit from the work piece AFTER turning the router motor OFF and the cutting bit has corne to a complete stop Operating in this manner will increase toggle switch and motor life and will in crease the quality of your work SOFT START FEATURE Electronic feedback control minimizes torque twist in larger router motors by limiting the speed at which the router motor starts This increases the motors life 28490 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 23 LED WORKLIGHTS Fig 8 Your router motor has 3 built in work lights located around the collet nut to provide high vis ibility of work piece when cut ting These lights are always On when the toggle switch is in the On position LIVE TOOL INDICATOR LIGHT Fig 9 Your router also has a LIVE TOOL INDICATOR green light located on the router motor top cap where the power cord enters the router motor This green light is always on when router motor is plugged into power source HEAVY DUTY EDGE GUIDE Fig 10 Your Fixed Base Router comes with a Heavy Duty Edge Guide This edge guide can be used as an aid in routing ap plications such as decorative edging straight edge planing and trimming grooving dado ing and slotting To assemble onto fixed or plunge bases simply insert edge guide rods into edge guide mounting slots adjust to desired position and lock down with the edge guide locking knobs 28190
7. 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 etc When freehand rout ing 1 Draw or layout the pattern on the work piece 2 Choose the appropriate bit 3 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 NOTE A core box or V groove bit is often used for routing letters and engraving objects Straight bits and ball mills are often used to make relief carvings Veining bits are used to carve small intricate details are easily broken by too much side thrust and torque Larger bits will cause a rough cut and be difficult to guide and control F r these reasons DO NOT EXCEED 1 8 in DEPTH OF CUT in a single pass NOTE Making a single deep cut is never n ora Larg diameter bits WARNING Always securely clamp your work piece 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 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 i Page 26 EDGING WITH A PILOT BIT Figs 15 and 15a Arbor type bits with pilots Fig 15 are excellent for edge shap ing any work piece edge that Motor housing is straight or is curved at a Spindie Lock Curvature that is equal to or greater than the bit radius
8. Al i pana ass ternating current a Direct current TW o LLcTSIMARn n 6 W MW 4 W i w k w i ee W Wii um wb Y rn teen 0 No load speed H Kew CARH i W eet k ee HOH 9 w n m FY Y Cl ion Double Insul a emer ass Il construction Double Insulated mi luti Strok mi riu Revolutions or Strokes per minute RP NDS 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 ihe power switch and remove the router plug from the power source and have the missing damaged or failed parts replaced BEFORE resuming operation e Tool service must be performed only at a Sears Parts and Repair Center Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury e When servicing a tool use only identical replacement parts Follow in structions in the maintenance section of this manual Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 7 SAFETY RULES FOR ROUTER CAUTION Cutting bits coast after router is switched off HOLD TOOL by insulated gripping surfaces handles when performing an operation whe
9. Collet Nut Collet x x x 1 x x Receptacle screw Adjusting Knob Lock Bolt Sliding Block Adjustor Block Located Pin Lock Nut Mounting Clamping Lever a 5 PARES E t t g Y B Mitre Lock Bolt Screw Handle Chip Shield Dust Bracket Screw i D Mr f M9 Page 41 RE aa tye 60 3122924000 Mounting Plate 5620049000 Screw 62 3703872000 6 6 G3 2 1 5620050000 5650015000 Spring Washer 5650013000 Plain Washer 66 3703925000 Fence 1 3550588000 Guiding Rod 2 68 3700807000 Wrench 69 3402220000 Depth Adjusting Lever 1 70 3550595000 Collet 5 4 3123286000 Vaccum Adapter 1 T attingi PAM 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 b Page 42 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 43 qo n es tet pie it ec aaa OTE fit gie prts ERN A 22 USE XS DH be eee nnd pac s a SERNER AIE peed zm s E p e l E ae Ma IS te Pees tha PE 11 EET t UP ev r HAFTEN 4 t FEE picem IUXTA T y 1 d 4E NI T D ats Ehe Cre EM At Foy RED r A ime TM ao ale
10. HANDS at all times Failure to do so could result in loss of contro causing possible serious personal injury 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 27 FEEDING THE ROUTER Fig 16 The secret to professional rout ing 15 in making a careful set up z Router Feed for the cut selecting the proper Direction depth of cut knowing how the cutting bit reacts in your work piece and the rate and direc tion of feed of the router Router Feed Direction op k 3 fa T 5 Ta 06 ps DIRECTION OF FEED EX s TERNAL CUTS Fig 16 The router motor and cut Rp ting bit rotate clockwise This a 5 92 S requires the feed of the cutting qy Router Feed _ bit to be from left to right see Direction Fig 16 Feeding the bit from left to right will cause the bit to pull the router towards up against the work piece If you feed the router in the opposite direction right to left the rotating force of the cutting bit will tend to throw the bit away from the work piece making it hard to control this is called Climb Cutting which is cutting in the opposite direction of the proper feed direction Climb Cutting increases the chance for loss of control pos sibly resulting in personal injury When Climb Cutting is required backing around a corner for example exercise extreme caution to maintain control of the router Because of the high speed of the cutting bit during a proper feeding operation l
11. ING THE CUTTING BIT Nut Spindle Lock 1 Turn router motor off and n unplug from power source ER 2 Remove router motor from fixed base F NOTE See instructions on w removing and installing the router motor in the fixed base on page 18 3 Set the router motor up side down on its top cap with collet nut pointing up 5 utters 4 Press spindle lock button to engage and lock the spindie shaft and collet nut Fig 3 5 Place the wrench on the collet nut and turn coun ter clockwise and loosen collet nut slightly to accept cutting bit shank 6 Insert cutting bit shank into collet nut assembly as far as it will go then back the Fig 4a shank out until the cutters Cutters are approximately 1 8 to 1 4 inch away from the face of the collet nut Fig 4 4a 7 With cutting bit inserted 1 A Bit Shank Spindle Lock Collet Nut and spindle lock button pressed in engaging shaft place wrench on collet nut and turn clockwise until router cutting bit and col let nut are firmly tightened 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 16 Ga WARNING TIGHTEN 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 NOTE To ensure proper gripping of cutting bit shank and minimize run out the shank of the cutting bit must be inserted into the collet nut at
12. Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 22 DETACHABLE POWER CORD Fig 11 The router has a detachable power cord for easy carrying and storage Note Always attach the Detach able Power Cord to the Router before connecting the Power Cord to the power source Before turning the router on connect the end of the power cord with two sockets to the power outiet locaied on the router motor s top cap See indicator label on the Router Electronic Variable Speed Controi The electronic speed control feature allows router motor speed to be matched to cutter size and material hardness for an improved finish and extended bit life Variable Speed Selection Chart Cutting Bit Diameter Up to 1 in 25mm 1 1 4 in to 2 in 30 50mm 2 1 4 in to 24 2 in 55 65 mm 2 3 3 in to 34 2 in 75 90mm a Never exceed these bit speeds INMNT HAS Reduce the speed when using extra large 1 in plus or heavy cutting bits Chang ing the router s rate of feed can also improve the quality of the cut DIAL SETTING APPLICATION 1 12 000 Non ferrous metal hardwoods iarger diameter 9 cutting bits 3 marty P 4 Sofiwoods plastics countertops smaller diam 5 ater cutting bits 6 AH E The speed charts above indicate the relationship between speed settings and the 1 cutting application Exact settings are determined by operator experience and preference and also by recommenda
13. No 320 28180 The bit depth can be adjusted by turning the Micro Adjust ment Dial clockwise or coun terclockwise with the wrench supplied 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 Switch off the router 2 Loosen the router motor clamp 1 3 Insertthe wrench into the adjusting hole on the table top turn the adjustment knob clockwise with the wrench to move the collet down or counterclock wise to move the collet up 4 When the desired depth of cut is set tighten the clamping lever 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Pape 32 Ab WARNING To ensure safety and reliability all repairs should be per formed by a qualified 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 Sears service technician WARNING For your safety ALWAYS turn off switch and unplug router mo tor 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 fiber glass boats and sports cars wallboard spackling compounds or plaster The chips and grindings from these materials are highly abrasive to
14. Page 39 12 5 Amp Variable Speed 2 1 4 Peak HP Fixed Base Router MODEL NUM BER 320 28190 The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate Always mention tool s model number when ordering parts Screw 3123329000 Lock Ring x 4540017000 Power Indicator Light Part No art Na 3703841000 Decorate Cover 3123313000 Transparent Cap 3123278000 Rear Cover Screw PCB Plate i Switch Seal Ring Brush Cap Carbon Brush Brush Holder Power Cord ASSY Receptacie 5610100000 26 3123280000 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 40 BB 3 5 Fan Baffle Y 2822255000 5700056000 5660005000 3550855000 5630179000 3550721000 3320460000 3550854000 3400189000 3520259000 5620057000 3420562000 3123282000 5670040000 5630015000 3420558000 3703863000 5670026000 3550577000 5620024000 3320274000 3121637000 3123294000 5620067000 Qioio n CI 1 N 5 OPW po aig IN 5 ps 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 5620040000 Screw LED Holder ASSY 3420557000 3660174000 5630187000 4930008000 Sieeve 4930038000 5620041000 EE NE RM REM NEN RES 3660293000 G Bearing Router Motor E Ring Spindle Lock Stop Spring Nut
15. Product Manual Mode e Warranty Safety Unpacking Assembly CAUTION Read understand and Description follow all Safety Rules and Operating Operation e Adjustments e Maintenance Troubleshooting Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates 60179 www craftsman com Instructions in this Manual before using this product Page 2 Safety Symbols Page 3 Safety Instructions Page 4 11 Unpacking Page 1142 Page 13 15 Page 15 19 Page 19 32 Page 33 34 Pages 35 Description Assembly Operation Maintenance p Troubleshooting Pages 36 Pages 37 42 Back Cover Accessories Sears Repair Parts Phone and Numbers ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TOOL If this Craftsman tool fails to give complete satisfaction within one year from the date of purchase return it to any Sears store or parts amp 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 AA WARNING Some dust created by using power tools contains chemicals known to the
16. Replaceable Brushes sold separately for dependable service 19 Includes carry bag for easy carrying and storage 20 Integrated Depth adjustment Wrench hole of the base for adjusting the depth of cut from above the table with depth adjustment wrench NOTE This tool is shipped completely assembled To install or remove bits or add accessories such as sawdust ejection hoods for hook up to vacu ums see the following instructions SELECTING THE CUTTING BIT This router comes with 1 4 in and 1 2 in collets nuts that accept 1 4 and 1 2 inch diameter shanked cutting bits WARNING Do not use router cutting bits that have a cutting bit diame ter larger than 1 1 4 inches as they will not fit through the sub base opening and will cause damage to the sub base the router motor and could cause serious personal injury to the operator NOTE The sub base installed on this router has an opening of 1 1 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 ALWAYS turn router motor off and unplug router before mak ing any adjustments or installing accessories Failure to unplug the router could result in accidental starting which can cause serious personal injury M E Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 15 28190 INSTALLING AND REMOV Fig 3 ING THE CUTTING BIT Figs 5 3 4 and 48 Collet INSTALL
17. TTING BITS Get faster more accurate cutting results by keeping cutting bits clean and sharp Hemove all accumulated pitch and gum from cutting bits after each use When sharpening cutting bits sharpen only the inside of the cutting edge Never grind the outside diameter Be sure when sharpening the end of a cutting bit to grind the clearance angle the same as originally ground M nmm TE TERME tua 2 2 2 2 271 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 17 INSTALLING ROUTER MOTOR IN BASE A WARNING NEVER use the router motor without installing it into either a fixed or plunge approved base Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury and damage to router motor NOTE Before installing router motor in fixed base have the collet nut and router cutting bit you are going to use already installed in router motor See page 16 INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE CUTTING BIT aa WARNING ALWAYS turn router motor off and unplug router from power source before making any adjustments or installing accessories Failure to turn router motor off and unplug router could result in accidental starting which can cause serious personal injury INSTALLING ROUTER MOTOR IN BASE Fig 5 1 Turn router motor off and Fig 5 unplug from power source 2 Place fixed base on flat surface 3 With back of fixed base facing you open router motor clamp A 4 Press in Coarse Adjust ment Knob B
18. With the cutting bit in stalled press in the Coarse Adjustment Knob B lower the router motor in the base until the cutting bit is very close to the surface on which the base is sitting and turn the Fine Adjustment Dial F until the cutting bit just touches the flat surface on which the base is sitting Then lock the Houter Motor Clamp A 4 While continuing to press the Coarse Adjustment Knob B turn the Fine Adjustment Dial F until ZERO 0 mark on Depth indicator Ring E is lined up with the mark on base 5 Release the Coarse Ad justment Knob making sure the 0 stays lined up with the mark 6 Place the router on two level scrap work pieces positioned so the cutting bit can be lowered below the sub base f 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 8 Once your depth of cut is set close the router motor clamp A securely 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 8 in DEPTH OF CUT in a single pass 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 20 Deep Cuts The proper cutting depth for each pass is always determined by the material the cutting bit size and type and the power of th
19. ammable 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 Make your workshop childproof with padiocks and master switches Lock iools away when not in use MAKE SURE the work area has ample lighting so you can see the work and that there are no obstructions that will interfere with safe operation BE FORE using your router PERSONAL SAFETY o 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 sense when oper ating 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 Pull back long hair Keep your hair cloth ng and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothing or 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 OFF position before plug ging in 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 acc
20. binding or loss of control ALWAYS keep chip shield clean and in place STAY ALERT and clear the Router cutting bit path of any obstructions BEFORE starting the router motor Keep cutting area clear of all foreign objects while router motor is running CHECK TO SEE that the cord will not hang up during routing operation s MWAKE SURE the cutting bit is not in contact with the work piece before the switch is turned on The bit must ALWAYS be running at full speed before contacting the work piece KEEP HANDS CLEAR OF CUTTING BIT when router motor is running to prevent personal injury 2111111111117 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 8 PROVIDE CLEARANCE under work piece for router cutting bit when through cutting KEEP CUTTING PRESSURE CONSTANT Do not overload the motor USE ONLY sharp cutting bits that are not chipped or cracked Blunt cut ting bits will cause stalling and burn the work piece NEVER use this router motor with a cutting bit larger than 3 1 2 inch in diameter ALWAYS USE cutting bits that are designed for this router Never use cutting bits which are larger in diameter than the opening in the router sub base 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 The sub base on this fixed base router has an opening of 1 1 4 inch To use Cuiting bits with a larger diameter
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22. cords listed by Underwriters Labora tories UL Other extension cords can cause a drop in line voltage resulting in a loss of power and overheating of tool For this tool an AWG American Wire Gauge size of at least 14 gaugeis 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 Hemember 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 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 6 ft CAUTION 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 WARNING Check extension cords before each use If damaged replace immediately Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the dam aged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury SAFETY SYMBOLS FOR YOUR TOOL The label on your tool may include the following symbols Vaanin PASER E sassa Volts PE N 000001011 Amps EIR Hertz Set NE eae Re EN Watts 4 4 EDI E Ease TOC Minutes M
23. e router motor Always make several progressively deeper cuts by starting at one depth and then make several passes each time increasing the cutting depth until your 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 work piece and dull the cutting bit It could also grab too much of the work piece and cause you to lose control of the router causing a serious accident To be certain that your depth settings are as desired always make test cuts in scrap material similar to your work piece before beginning your final cutting Remember knowing the right depth for each cut comes with routing experience TOGGLE ON OFF SWITCH Fig 7 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 toggle switch hood as you face it is marked I for On and the right side as you face it is marked O for Off TO TURN THE ROUTER MOTOR ON Push the toggle switch to the left side marked or TO TURN THE ROUTER MOTOR OFF Push the toggle switch to the right side marked or Off When turning the toggle switch On always support one edge of the router base on the work piece while holding the cutting bit away fram the work piece Only contact the work piece with the cutting bit after the router has reached full speed ONLY remove
24. ed 07 0408 Page 33 REPLACEMENT OF CARBON BRUSHES Fig 22 Replacement brush sets are available through Sears Parts and Repair Centers 1 Unplug the router motor before inspecting or brushes 2 Replace both carbon brushes when either has less than 1 4 in length of car bon remaining or if the spring or wire is damaged or burned 3 Using a slotted screwdriver remove the black plastic cap on each side of the router motor Fig 22 and carefully withdraw the spring loaded brush assem blies Keep brushes clean and sliding freely in their guide channels NOTE To reinstall the same brushes make sure pid brushes go back in the period same way they came out This will avoid a break i 4 Insert new brush assemblies into guide channels with the carbon part going in first being certain to fit the two metal ears into their slots e in the channel Fig 22 I 5 Remember to replace both 88 NS U end caps after inspect ing or servicing brushes Tighten the caps snugly but do not over tighten The router should be al lowed to RUN IN run at no load without a cutting bit for 5 minutes before use to seat the new brushes properly GS WARNING For your safety ALWAYS turn off switch and unplug router mo tor 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 high grade lubricant fo
25. eft 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 wood work piece or a foreign object the normal cutting action could be affected and cause Kickback This Kickback may cause damage to your work piece on could cause you to lose control of the router causing possible personal injury Kickback is always in the opposite direction of the clockwise cutting bit rotation or counterclockwise To guard against and help prevent Kickback plan your set up and direction of feed so you re always moving the router keeping the sharp edges of the cutting bit continuously biting straight into new uncut wood work piece Also always inspect your work piece for knots hard grain and foreign objects that could cause a kickback problem De vE F r I 28180 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 28 DIRECTION OF FEED INTERNAL CUTS Figs 17 and 17a 1 When making an internal cut Fig 17 such as a groove dado or slot always have the guide Guide Outside you are using with the router edge guide straight edge board guide on the right us t hand side of the router as you make your cut see Fig 17 When the guide is positioned Bit Rotation on the right hand side of the router the router travel should be from left to right and counterclockwise Router Feed Direction around curves see Fig 17 This counterclockwise ac tion aro
26. el for 8 your routing needs n addition to a wide variety of router bits Sears also offers accessories such as Router tables various ternplate sets universal router fence with lock knobs 64181 11 pc bushing set 64180 and clear sub base sets 6pc fixed base 64182 6 pc plunge base 64183 Ah WARNING Only use router tables with proper guarding for the cutting bit and with on board switch controlled receptacles Failure to use router tables with appropriate safety features could result in serious personal injury uu n T r mY F 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 36 12 5 Amp Variable Speed 2 1 4 Peak HP Fixed Base Router MODEL NUM BER 320 28190 The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate Always mention the the tool s model number when ordering parts Accessories 57 67 55 59 35 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 57 12 5 Amp Variable Speed 2 1 4 Peak HP Fixed Base Router MODEL NUM BER 320 28190 The Mode Number will be found on the Namepiate Always mention the tool s model number when eg parts Fixed Base 39 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 i Page 38 BER 320 28190 The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate Always mention the the tool s model number when or lering parts Router Motor Unit 15 28190 Manual Revised 070408 Sy MH Lc 22 34 esq J T gt gt 3 Pd 36
27. electrical too parts such as bearings brushes commutators etc Consequently it is not recommended that this too be used for extended work on any fiberglass material wallboard spackling com pound or plaster During any use on these materials it js extremely important that the tool is cleaned frequently by blowing with an air jet shields during power tool operations or when blowing dust If operation is AA WARNING Always wear safety goggles or bow glasses with side dusty also wear a dust mask ROUTINE MAINTENANCE io 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 seri ous personal injury When work has been completed clean the tool to allow smooth functioning of the too over time e Use clean damp cloths to wipe the tool e Check the state of all electrical cables Keep the router motor air openings free from oil grease and sawdust or woodchips and store tool in a dry place e Be certain that all moving parts are well lubricated particularly after lengthy exposure to damp and or dirty conditions WARNING For your safety ALWAYS turn off switch and unplug router mo tor from the power source before performing any maintenance or cleaning Refer to Collet Nut Care and Cutting Bits on page 17 for cleaning and care 28190 Manual Revis
28. es Sub Base Thickness _ 0 23 inches 6mm Fixed Base Depth of Cut 1 3 4 inches 45mm NOTE Before atternpting to use your router familiarize yourself with all of the operating features and safety requirements Your fixed base router has a precision built electric router motor and it should only be connected to a 120 volt 60 Hz AC ONLY power supply normal house hold 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 a10 ft 2 wire power cord no adapter needed This Fixed Base Router has the following features 1 12 5 Amp 2 1 4 Peak HP Variable Speed Router Motor runs at 12 000 to 25 000 RPM no load speed 2 Speed Dial allows matching proper speed to material and bit size 3 Electronic Feedback Circuitry provides soft starts for longer motor life maintains constant speed under load for a quality finish in all materials 4 Fixed Base features Coarse and Fine Depth Adjustments for accurate set ups Ideal for use with router table sold separately 5 Spindle Lock for easy 1 wrench bit changes Includes 1 4 and 1 2 inch Self Releasing Collets Nuts for use with a wide variety of 1 4 in and 1 2 in router bits sold separately 6 Detachable power cord a replaceable cord to prolong tool life and for easy carry
29. esult in personal injury to yourself or others or property damage Always follow the safety pre cautions to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury DAMAGE PREVENTION AND INFORMATION MESSAGES These inform the user of important information and or instructions that could lead to equipment or other property damage if they are not followed Each message is preceded by the word NOTE as in the example below NOTE Equipment and or property damage may result if these instructions are not followed A WARNING The operation of any router can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes which can result in severe eye damage Before beginning power 4 CAF Y GOGGLES ik tool operation ALWAYS wear safety goggles or safety gt en glasses with side shield and a full face shield when needed We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for J use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shield available at Sears Stores or other Craftsman Outlets 23190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 3 WARNING BE SURE to read and understand all instructions in this man ual before using this router Failure to follow all instructions may result electric shock fire and or serious personal injury WORK AREA SAFETY Keep your work area clean and well lit Cluttered workbenches and dark areas invite accidents DO NOT operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of fl
30. he 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 mis alignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condi tion 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 and remove all nails from lumber before routing 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 a WARNING Your router should NEVER be connected to the power source when you are assembling parts making adjustments installing or removing collets nuts cutting bits cleaning or when it is not in use Dis connecting the router will prevent accidental starting which could cause serious personal injury 1 Carefully lift the Router Motor and Fixed Base with the 1 2 in collet nut already installed out of the color box and place it on a stable flat surface 2 Open the parts bag to locate the following Edge Guide 9 1 4 in Collet Nut e Collet Nut wrench e Power cord e Sawdust extraction adapter o Depth adjustment wrench 3 Inspect the items carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage has occurred during shipping If any of the items menti
31. idents 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 28190 Manual Revised 01 0409 Page 4 ALWAYS SECURE YOUR WORK Use clamps or a vise to hold work piece securely It is safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool USE SAFETY EQUIPMENT Always wear eye protection Dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection must be used for appropri ate 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 Ak WARNING BE SURE to read and understand all instructions before op erating this router Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury ALWAYS use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the work piece 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 the tool Use the correct tool and bit for your application The correct tool and bit will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed DO NOT use the tool if switch does no
32. ing and storage Ball bearings throughout the motor for smooth efficient operation and long life 8 Base features Ergonomically Designed Handles with soft grip for comfort maximum control with less vibration 9 Basefeatures Large Base Opening and Large Chip Shield combined with 3 LED Work lights on Router Motor to provide high visibility of bit and work piece 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 14 10 Durable Non Marring Sub Base glides smoothly over work piece Sub base has cutter bit opening of 1 1 4 inch Do Not Use a bit with a cutter diameter larger than 13 4 in as it will not pass through the sub base opening 11 Base constructed of magnesium to provide light weight durability and stability 12 Router Motor housing constructed of High Density Nylon and Precision Milled Cast Aluminum for strength and exact fit into base 13 High impact resistant Router Motor Top Cap and Handles on Base helps protect tool from damage 14 Heavy duty Edge Guide for most routing applications such as decorative edging grooving dadoing slotting and straight edge planing rimming 15 Conveniently located On Off Toggle Switch side mounted for added vis ibility easy access 16 Sawdust Extraction Hood allows base to hook up to 11 4 inch vacuum hose attachment sold separately 17 LIVE TOOL INDICATOR Light is green when saw is plugged into a power source Light is located on router motor top cap next to power cord inlet 18
33. 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 haz ardous conditions that could result in serious personal injury If using a router table large bits should be used for edging only BE SURE CUTTING BIT is centered in template guide sold separately prior to template guide applications to avoid personal injury or damage to 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 After completing a cut turn motor OFF and let it come to a complete stop BEFORE REMOVING router from work piece Let the motor come to a COMPLETE STOP before putting the router down Cutting bits coast after 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 clas sified and identified 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 THE TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE before making any adjustments o
34. least 5 8 inch CAUTION To prevent damage to tool do not tighten collet nut without a cutting bit installed REMOVING THE CUTTING BIT Figs 3 and 4 see page16 1 furn router motor off and unplug from power source 2 Hemove router motor from fixed base 3 Setthe router motor upside down on its top cap with collet nut pointing up 4 Press spindle lock button to engage and lock the spindle shaft and collet nut Fig 3 9 Place the wrench on the collet nut and turn counterclockwise and loosen col let nut slightly and remove cutting bit shank COLLET NUT CARE From time to time inspect the collet nut to make sure it is clean and is gripping the cutting bit properly With the router cutting bit removed turn the collet nut counterciockwise with spindle lock engaged until it is free from router motor s spindle shaft Blow the collet out with compressed air and clean the tapered inside of the col let nut with a tissue or fine brush Always make sure 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 slight amount of machine oil to spindle shaft if it looks dry Heplace worn or damaged collets nuts immediately NOTE The collet nut is self releasing it is NOT necessary to strike the collet nut to free the router cutting bit If cutting bit seems stuck after use loosen collet nut a little more until it releases CU
35. nd or disburse dust which may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury Always use NIOSH OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust ex posure Direct particles away from face and body ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING BE SURE to read and understand all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury Know your power tool Read this operator s manual carefully Learn the ap plications 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 Every day eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses PROTECT your lungs Wear a face mask or dust mask if the operation is dusty PROTECT your hearing Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use Under sorne conditions noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss ALL VISTORS AND BYSTANDERS MUST wear the same safety equipment that the operator of the router wears HRS RPM RUPEE TEE NR REESE ORDER RENNES RR ERES RN RR 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 10 INSPECT the tool cords periodically and if damaged have them repaired at your nearest Sears Service Center BE AWARE of the cord location ALWAYS check t
36. oned are missing refer to PARTS LIST illustration on page 12 return the router to your nearest Sears store or Craftsman outlet to have the router replaced 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 possible serious injury 23190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 34 PARTS LIST Fig 1 Fig 1 1 Fixed Base and Router Motor with 1 2 in Collet Nut 2 Power cord 3 Sawdust extraction adapter 4 Edge Guide 5 1 4 in Collet Nut 6 Collet Nut Wrench 7 Depth adjustment wrench 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 12 KNOW YOUR FIXED BASE ROUTER Fig 2 Fig 2 SS Variable Speed Dial Cel t Router Motor Top Cap amp A Handles with Soft Grip On Off Switch Clear Plastic Chip Shield Sub Base Collet Nut Spindle Lock Router Table Mounting Hole Micro Adjustment Dial p Live Tool Indicator Light Depth indicator Ring Power Outlet Coarse Adjustment Knob _ Motor Clamp Edge Guide Mounting Slot I Edge Guide Mounting Slot integrated Depth adjustment Sawdust Extraction Hood Wrench hole 28180 Manual Revised 07 0408 Page 13 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS kula once UU HH iH E Rating 1125 Amps No load Speed Collets Nuts and Cutting Bit Shank Diameters 1 4 in 1 2 in Fixed Base Diameter 6 inches Sub Base Opening Diameter for cutting bit use i 1 1 4 inch
37. outer On let the Fig 12 OD router motor build to its full speed then gradually feed the cutting bit into the work piece ALWAYS be alert and watch what you are doing NEVER operate the router when you are fatigued Edge Guide EDGE ROUTING Fig 12 1 With depth of cut set place router on edge of work piece making sure the cutter does not con ES WE ried Base tact the work piece 2 Have an edge guide board or metal straightedge now in place to help guide router s base when making your edge cut 3 Turn the router On and let the router motor build to its full speed 4 To begin your cut gradually feed the cutting bit into the edge of the work piece 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 24 5 When cut is completed turn router motor Off and let cutting bit come to a complete stop before removing it from the work piece 6 Unplug router from power source place router upside down on worktable and inspect finished cut in work piece 3 A WARNING Always securely clamp your worl piece and keep a firm grip on nthe router base with BOTH HANDS at all times Failure to do so could result in loss of control causing possible serious personal i injury WARNING Removing cutting bit from work piece while it is still rotat ing could damage work piece and result in loss of control causing serious personal injury NOTE Making test cuts in scrap material
38. r changing cutting bits If you are changing a bit immediately after use BE CAREFUL NOT TO TOUCH the collet nut or cutting bit with your hands or fingers The heat buildup from cutting could cause severe burns ALWAYS use the wrench provided 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 9 AVOID CLIMB CUTTING See OPERATION section in this manual Climb cutting increases the chance for loss of control resulting in possible serious injury ao WARNING Use of this product can generate dust containing chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer birth defects or other re productive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending upon how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals 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 lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals WARNING Use of this tool can generate a
39. r the life of the tool under normal operating conditions There fore no further lubrication is required 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 34 Probable Cause ePlug is not plugged into the power source eThe router does not ePlug is not plugged into the Router socket eSwitch is in OFF posi e The carbon brushes have worn out com eThe bit is dull eHouting at an inappropri ate bit speed eThe surface of the work piece is not eBit size is inappropriate for the coliet eBit can not be 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Solution Plug the detachable cord into the power source lug the detachable cord into the Router ePull the switch to ON position eQpen the brush cap and replace the oid brushes with suitable new brushes eC hange to a sharp bit eHefer to Variable Speed election Chart label on the Router Motor cap and select an appropriate bit speed eUse only 1 2 in or 1 4 in diameter bits a 7 ae gt 1 A WARNING The use of attachments or accessories that are not recom mended for this tool might be dangerous and could result in serious injury Sears and other Craftsman outlets offer a large selection of Craftsman router ac cessories designed for specific routing applications There is a large selection of Craftsman Router Cutting Bits available in High Speed Steel or Carbide Tipped High Speed Ste
40. re the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord Contact with a live wire will make the exposed rnetal parts of the tool live and shock the operator Maintain a firm grip on the router with both hands to resist starting torque NEVER attempt to use the router motor without first installing it in an approved fixed base Failure to heed this warning could result in personal injury and damage to the router motor MAKE SURE the router motor does not move up or down when clamped in the fixed base If router motor is not securely clamped in base ad justments will not be accurate DO NOT HAND HOLD THE ROUTER IN AN UPSIDE DOWN OR HORI ZONTAL POSITION The router motor can separate from the base if not properly attached according to the instructions e TIGHTEN 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 e NEVER tighten collet nut without a cutting bit installed in the collet nut USE CLAMPS or other practical ways to secure and support the work piece to a stable platform and hold the work piece rigidly in position Holding the work 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 work piece properly in order to minimize body exposure bit
41. state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS E E a T TES 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 2 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 dan ger The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures WARNING BE SURE to read and understand all safety alert symbols such as DANGER WARNING and CAUTION BEFORE using this product Failure to follow all instructions may result in electric shock fire and or seri ous personal injury SYMBOL MEANINGS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates DANGER WARNING OR CAUTION May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs DANGER Failure to obey this safety warning WILL result death or serious injury to yourself or to others Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury WARNING Failure to obey this safety warning CAN result in death or serious injury to yourself or to others Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury AA CAUTION Failure to obey this safety warning MAY r
42. t turn it On or Off Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired DISCONNECT the plug from the power source before making any adjust ments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally NEVER leave the tool running ALWAYS turn it off DO NOT leave the tool until it cornes to a complete stop STORE idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained per sons lools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users MAINTAIN tools with care Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Prop erly 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 for this tool Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool 28190 Manual Revised 07 0408 Page 5 ELECTRICAL SAFETY AA WARNING Do not permit fingers to touch the terminals of plug when installing or removing the plug from the outlet Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will fit in a polarized ou
43. that is similar to your work piece is m essential Learning how the router s speed depth of cut and cutting bit will react in the work piece will help you produce quality cuts INTERNAL ROUTING Figs 13 13a 13b 1 With depth of cut set tilt router and place on work piece with leading edge of sub base contacting work piece first Fig 13 2 Turn router motor On and let motor build up to its full speed being careful not to let cutting bit contact work piece 3 To begin your cut gradually feed the cutting bit into the work piece until the sub ss base is level with the work Feed Di Direction piece see Fig 13a 13b 4 When cut is completed turn motor Off and let cutting bit come to a com plete stop before removing it from the work piece 5 Unplug router from power source place router upside down on worktable and inspect finished cut in work piece WARNING Removing cutting bit from work piece while it is still rotat ing could damage work piece and result in loss of causing serious personal injury 28190 Manual_Revised_07 0409 Page 25 FREEHAND ROUTING WITH THE FIXED BASE Fig 14 WARNING Do not use Fig 14 E large cutting bits for free oy hand routing Use of large cutting bits when freehand routing could cause loss of control or create other haz ardous conditions that could result in personal injury If us ing a router table large bits should be
44. tions by es is of cutting bits 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 23 ELECTRONIC FEEDBACK CIRCUITRY The router s electronic feedback circuitry monitors and adjusts power to main tain the desired RPM for consistent performance and control providing constant speed under load for a quality finish in all materials PLACING THE ROUTER ONTO THE WORKPIECE AND STARTING THE CUT WARNING Before operating your router follow all safety instructions in this manual Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury NOTE Making test cuts is essential with most routing applications Even with careful set ups you won t know exactly how the cut will go until you try it out 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 work piece Much of routing is a trial and error process of making various adjustments fol lowed by test cuts as you become familiar with all of your router s op erational abilities To avoid ruining good material make your test cuts on scrap materials How you place your router onto a work piece to start the cut depends on the type of routing you are going to perform Edge Routing or Internal Routing EDGE ROUTING OR INTERNAL ROUTING For ease ot operation and to maintain proper control your router has two handles one on each side of the router base When operating the router always hold it firmly with both hands Fig 12 Turn the r
45. tlet only one way H 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 cord and grounded power supply system Applicable only to Class II double insulated tools This router motor is double insulated WARNING Double insulation DOES NOT take the place of normal safety precautions when operating 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 such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded 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 too cords for damage Have damaged too cords repaired at a Sear Service Center BE SURE to stay constantly aware of the cord location and keep it well away from the moving router DO NOT abuse the cord NEVER use the cord to carry the tool by or to pull the plug from the outlet Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged cords immediately Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock EXTENSION CORDS Use a proper extension cord ONLY use
46. und the curve could cause Climb Cutting Always be alert and exercise extreme Guide inside caution to maintain control of the router when making this Bit Rotation type of cut around curves Fig 17a When the guide is positioned as shown in Fig 17a the router travel should be from Bit Rotation left to right and clockwise around curves Router Feed Direction if there is a choice the set up in Fig 17 is easier to use but there is the possibility of Climb Cutting around curves In either case Fig 17 or Fig 15a the sideways thrust of the router cutting is always against quide as is proper AA WARNING Always securely clamp your work piece and keep a firm grip on the router base with BOTH HANDS at ail times Failure to do so could result in loss of control causing possible serious personal injury 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 29 RATE OF FEED Figs 18 and 18a The proper rate of feed de pends on several factors the hardness and moisture content of the work piece the depth of cut and the cutting diameter of the bit When you are cutting shallow grooves in soft woods such as pine you may use a faster rate of feed When mak ing deep cuts in hardwoods such as oak you should use a slower rate of feed FEEDING TOO FAST Fig 18 Clean and smooth finished cuts can only be achieved when the cutting bit is rotating at a relatively high speed tak ing very small bites producing tiny clean
47. which could cause serious personal injury NOTE All depth adjustments on the Fixed Base must be made with the mo tor clamp open NOTE For all Fixed Base Routers the cutting bit depth equals the amount of the cutter that is exposed below the surface of the sub base The fixed base is designed with a micrometer fine adjustment system When the bit is lowered to the approximate position desired coarse setting the system then can 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 three depth settings Micro Adjustments NOTE Before making fine adjustments reset zero 0 on Depth Indicator Ring E Fig 5 The Depth Indicator Ring E Fig 5 located on the Fine Adjustment Dial F Fig 5 is marked incrementally in 64ths Turning the fine adjustment dial clockwise 180 1 2 turn lowers the cutting bit 1 16 inch One full turn clockwise 360 zero D to zero 0 lowers the bit 1 8 in The Depth Indicator Ring may be reset to zero 0 without moving the Fine Adjust ment Dial This allows the user to begin adjustments from any reference point desired ne NNNM M E LLLA E 28190 Manual Revised 07 0409 Page 19 To Adjust Depth Figs 6 and 6a 1 Turn router motor off and unplug from power source 2 Place router on a fiat level surface with back of fixed base facing you Open Router Motor Clamp A 3
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