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Operator's Manual
Belt Sander
Variable Speed
Double Insulated
Model No.
315.117270
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WARNING;
To reduce the risk of injury, the user
must read and understand
the operator's
manual
before
using this product.
Customer
Help Line: 1-800-932-3188
Sears,
Roebuck
and Co.,
3333
Beverly
Rd., Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179
USA
Visit the Craftsman
Web page: www.sears.com!craftsman
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US
983000-261
9-03
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- Page 1 To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using this product. Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188 Sears, Roebuck and Co., 3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit the Craftsman Web page: www.sears.com!craftsman 983000-261 9-03...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
• Warranty ..............................• Introduction ..............................• General Safety R ules ............................• SpecificSafety Rules ............................• Symbols ............................... • Specifications ..............................• Electrical ................................... • Unpacking ................................. • Applications ................................• Features ................................• Operation ................................9-!3 • Maintenance ................................ -
Page 3: General Safety R Ules
• Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off WARNING: Read and understand before plugging in, Carrying tools with your finger instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed on the switch or plugging in tools ti_at have the s;'_ltoh below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or on invites acoider_ts. -
Page 4: Specificsafety Rules
SERVICE • When servicing a tool, use only identical replace- ment parts. Follow instructions in the Mainte- • Tool service must be performed only by qualified nance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed parts or failure to follow Maintenance InsRructions by unqualified personnel ceuld result in a risk of... -
Page 5: Symbols
important; Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer, SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Current Amperes Hertz Frequency (oycles per second) -
Page 6: Specifications
CAUTION: Keep extension cords clear of the working area. While you are working with a power When servicing, use only identical Craftsman tool, position the cord so that it will not get caught replacement ports. on lumber, tools, or other obstructions. -
Page 7: Unpacking
INSTRUCTIONS PACKING LIST Your b e)tsander hasbeen shipped c ompletely Belt Sander assembled. Sanding Belts (3) • Carefully remove t hetoolandtheaccessories from Dust Collection Bag thebox. Case • Make sure thatallitems listed inthepacking listare Operator's Manual included. • Inspect thetoolcarefully t obesurenobreakage or damage o ccurred d uring shipping. - Page 8 DUST COLLECTION BAG FRONT HANDLE HANDLE TENSION RELEASELEVER SANDING BELT VARIABLE SPEED ADJUSTMENTDIAL LOCK-ON BU'I-FON TRACKING KNOB TRIGGER SWITCH BLOWER EXHAUSTHOLE Fig. I...
- Page 9 • Raise the tension release lever, WARNING : Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating this tool. Note: If you are changing sanding belts, remove the Failure to do so could result in dust, shavings, old sanding belt at this time.
- Page 10 TO ADJUST SANDING BELT TRACKING CAUTION: If the sanding belt wears excessively See Figures 5 and 6. on the inner edge, it is probably adjusted teefar inward and is rubbing against internal parts, !! this Belt fife is greatly increased if you regularly adjust the is the case, readjust the tracking knob.
- Page 11 USING THE BUST COLLECTION Follow these steps to empty the dust collection bag. • Unplug the sander. The dust collection bag provides a dust collection _stem for the sander. WARNING: Failure to unplug the tool could result in serious Injury due to accidental starting.
- Page 12 Follow these steps tolockonthesander. • Depress thetrigger m vitch. • Push inthelook-on b utton, • Release t hetrigger s 'witch, • Release the lock-on button. Note: To release the lock, depress the trigger switch, Your sander has a variable speed control dial, A to F, designed to allow operator control of belt speed.
- Page 13 HELPFUL TIPS • Use a coarser sanding belt for heavy sanding, r_ol heaw pressure. The weight of the tool is sufficient • If the sanding belt slips or does not track while sand- provide adequate pressure at the correct location. ing, you may be applying too much pressure.
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Page 14: Operation
Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard, _i, WARNING: When servicing, useonlyidentical Craftsman replacement parts. U seofanyother spackling compounds, or plaster are subject to part m ay create a hazard o rcause product accelerated wear and possible premature failure damage. -
Page 16: Exploded View And Repair Parts List
CRAFTSMAN BELT SANDER - MODEL NUMBER 315.117270 SEENOTE Note: The assembly shown represents an important part of the double {nsulated system. To avoid the possibility of atteration or damage to the system, service should be performed by your nearest Sears... - Page 17 CRAFTSMAN BELT SANDER - MODEL NUMBER 315.117270 The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing,AJwaysmentionthe model number in all correspondenceregardingyour BELT SANDER or when ordering repair parts. SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS...
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Page 18: Customer Service Information
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