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• WARRANTY injury, the user must read and • SAFETY • UNPACKING understand the Operator's manual • DESCRIPTION before using this product. • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE • TROUBLESHOOTING • ESPANOL Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.craftsman.com...
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With proof of purchase, defective product will be replaced free of charge. For warranty coverage details to obtain free replacement, visit the web site: www.craftsman.com This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another person.
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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...
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes...
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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS _, WARNING: Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. • Know your power tool. Read the operator's manual carefully. Learn the applications, as well as the specific...
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• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. • If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected...
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POWER TOOL USE AND CARE Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was designed. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
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SERVICE SAFETY • Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power. If any part of this router is missing or should break bend, or fail in any way;...
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The sub-base on this fixed base router has an opening of 1 1/4-inch. To use cutter 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).
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• Let the motor come to a complete stop before putting the router down. Cutter bits coast after the power is turned off. • Only use router tables with on-board switch-controlled receptacles. Failure to use router tables with all the appropriate safety features could...
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WARNING: Your router should never be connected to the power source when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or removing bits, cleaning, or when it is not in use Disconnecting the router will prevent accidental starting, which could cause serious personal injury When unpacking the box, do not discard any packing materials...
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I ,] _]_II]_III[,]_] KNOW YOUR ROUTER (Fig.l) NOTE: Before attempting to use your router, familiarize yourself with all of the operating features and safety requirements. Your fixed base router has a precision-built electric motor and it should only be connected to a 120-volt, 60-Hz AC only power supply (normal household current).
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WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with the router to cause a lack of alertness. A fraction of a second of carelessness is enough to cause severe injury PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Rating 9.5 Amps No Load Speed 25000 RPM Peak HP 1-3/4 Collets/Nuts and Cutter bit Shank Diameters 1/4 in.
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protect tool from damage. 11.Conveniently located ON/OFF toggle switch, slide mounted for added visibility and easy access. 12.Vac Adapter allows base to hook up to 1-1/4-inch vac hose attachment, sold separately. 13.Replaceable brushes (sold separately) for dependable service. 2767 Manual_Revised_lO 1213 Page 14...
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1-1/4 inches. To use cutter bits with larger diameters, use sub-bases with larger openings, sold separately at Sears stores or other Craftsman outlets. WARNING: Always turn the motor off and unplug the router before making any adjustments or installing accessories.
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NOTE: To ensue proper gripping of the cutter bit shank and minimize run-out, the shank of the cutter bit must be inserted into the collet/nut at least 5/8 inch. 7. With the cutter bit inserted and the spindle-lock button pressed in to engage the shaft, place the wrench on the collet/nut and turn it clockwise until the collet/nut is firmly tightened on the cutter bit shank.
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CUTTER BITS Keep cutter bits clean and sharp. Remove all accumulated pitch and gum from cutter bits after each use. When sharpening cutter bits, sharpen only the inside of the cutting edge for faster, more accurate cutting results. Never grind the outside diameter.
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REMOVING THE MOTOR FROM THE BASE (Fig. 5) ,_, WARNING: Always turn the motor off and unplug the router from the power source before making any adjustments or installing accessories. Failure to turn the motor off and unplug the router could result in accidental starting, which can cause serious personal injury...
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The system allows a maximum of 7 full 360 ° revolutions, clockwise, to lower the cutter bit 7/8 in. The depth indictor ring may be reset to zero "0" without moving the fine adjustment dial. This allows the user to begin adjustments from any reference point desired.
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TOGGLE "ON/OFF" SWITCH (Fig. 7) Your router motor is turned "ON" "OFF" by the toggle switch located on the top cap of the motor housing. The left side of the toggle switch hood (as you face it) is marked "1" for "On" and the right side (as you face it) is marked "O"...
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For ease of 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. 8). WARNING: Always be alert and watch what you are doing. Never operate the router when you are fatigued DEEP CUTS The proper cutting depth for each pass is always determined...
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WARNING: Always securely clamp your workpiece 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. A_, WARNING: Removing the cutter bit from the workpiece while it is still rotating could damage the workpiece...
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_1, WARNING: Always securely clamp your workpiece 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. If using a router table, large cutter bits should be used for edging only.
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EDGING WITH A PILOT BIT (Figs.12 and 12a) The arbor-type bits with pilots are excellent for edge shaping of any workpiece edge that is straight, or is curved at a curvature as great or greater than the radius of the bit to be used. The pilot prevents the bit from making an excessively deep cut, and holding the pilot firmly in contact with the workpiece edge throughout...
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FEEDING THE ROUTER (Fig. 13} The secrets to professional routing are a careful set-up for the cut, selecting the proper depth of cut, knowing how the cutter bit -_ _,_ reacts in your workpiece, and the rate and direction of feed of the router. DIRECTION OF FEED-- EXTERNAL CUTS (Fig.
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DIRECTION OF FEED - INTERNAL CUTS (Figs.14 and 14a) When making an internal cut, such as a groove, dado, or slot, always have the guide you are using with the router (edge guide, straight edge, or board guide), on the right-hand side of the router as you make the cut.
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RATE OF FEED (Figs. 15 and 15a) The proper rate of feed depends on several factors: the hardness and moisture content 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.
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CHIP SHIELD (Fig. 16 ) _I, WARNING: Always wear eye protection. The chip shield is not intended as a safety guard. To remove the chip shield from the fixed base, press inward on the tabs until the chip shield releases from Fig.
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REPLACEMENT OF CARBON BRUSHES (Fig.18) Replacement brush sets are available through Sears Parts and Repair Centers. Unplug the router motor before inspecting or replacing brushes. Replace both carbon brushes when either has less than 1/4-in. length of carbon remaining, or if the spring or wire is damaged or burned.
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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION • The router • Switch is in "OFF" • Put the switch to "ON" position. does not work position. • The carbon brushes • Replace the old brushes with have worn out suitable new brushes. completely • The surface of •...
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9.5 Amp Router Model No. 320.2767 The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate attached to the motor unit. Always mention the Model Number when ordering parts for this tool. 2767 ManuaLRevised_10 1213 Page 32...
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9.5 ARouter Model No. 320.2767 The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate attached to the motor unit. Always mention the Model Number when ordering parts for this tool. 2767 Manual_Revised_lO 1213 Page 33...
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9.5 ARouter Model No. 320. 2767 The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate attached to the motor unit. Always mention the Model Number when ordering parts for this tool. 2767 Manual_Revised_lO 1213 Page 34...
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