Specifications - Craftsman 351.215100 Operator's Manual

The 3" diameter idler drum and the auxiliary table permit the
sanding of contoured shapes.
The dust collection chute accepts the standard 4" dust collec-
tion hose for quick removal of dust.
SPECIFICATIONS
Belt size ............................. 6 x 48", 100 grit
Belt platen area ............................ 6% x 167/8 ' '
Belt table dimensions ....................... 63/4x 13V2"
Belt table tilts ............................... 0° to 45 °
Belt housing tilts ............................ 0° to 90 °
Dust chute diameter ............................... 4"
Belt speed ................................ 1350 FPM
Belt oscillation speed .................. 7.5 cycles/minute
Auxiliary table size .......................... 4V4x 73/4"
Overall dimensions ....................... 45 x 29 x 17"
Switch .................... 120 Volts, SP, Locking rocker
Motor ............................... 3/4HP1720 RPM
............................ 110/220V, 10.0/5.0 AMPS
Weight ..................................... 198 Ibs
WARNING: Operation of any power tool can result in foreign
objects being thrown into eyes which can result in severe eye
damage. Always wear safety goggles complying with United
States ANSI Z87.1 (shown on package) before commencing
power tool operation. Safety goggles are available at Sears
retail stores or catalog.
CAUTION: Always observe the following safety precautions.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Whenever adjusting or replacing any parts on the tool, turn
switch OFF and remove the plug from power source.
• Recheck table handles. They must be tightened securely.
• Make sure all guards are properly attached. All guards
should be securely fastened.
• Make sure all moving parts are free and clear of any
interference.
• Make sure all fasteners are tight and have not vibrated
loose.
• With power disconnected, test operation by hand to verify
clearance and adjust if necessary.
• Always wear eye protection or face shield.
• Make sure abrasive belt tracks properly. Correct tracking
gives optimum performance.
• After turning switch on, always allow belt to come up to full
speed before sanding or grinding.
• Keep your hands clear of abrasive belt and all moving
parts.
• For optimum performance, do not stall motor or reduce
speed. Do not force the work into the abrasive.
• Support workpiece with table when sanding with belt.
• Never push a sharp corner of the workpiece rapidly against
belt. Abrasive backing may tear.
• Replace abrasives when they become loaded (glazed) or
frayed.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
° Lead from lead-based paints.
° Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other mason-
ry products.
° Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures vary, depending on how often
you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals: work in a well ventilated area and work with
approved safety equipment. Always wear MSHA/NIOSH
approved, properly fitting face mask or respirator when using
such tools.
ABRASIVE BELT FINISHING
° Finishing flat surfaces: Hold workpiece firmly with both
hands; keep fingers away from abrasive belt.
Use work stop. Work stop is used to position and secure
work being sanded. Keep end butted against work stop and
move work evenly across abrasive belt. Use extra caution
when finishing very thin pieces.
Finishing long pieces: remove work stop. Apply only
enough pressure to allow abrasive belt to remove material.
° Finishing curved edges: Finish outside curves on flat por-
tion of abrasive belt. Finish inside curves on idler drum por-
tion of abrasive belt.
° Finishing end grain: It is more convenient to finish ends of
long workpieces with the abrasive belt in a vertical position.
° For accuracy use miter gauge.
° Adjust belt table angle for beveled work.
° Belt oscillation may be stopped by pulling on black washer
on gearbox assembly. Press in on washer to restart oscilla-
tion. Do not ajdust belt tracking with oscillation stopped.
USING MITER GAUGE
Refer to Figure 5.
° Use the miter gauge for securing the work and holding the
proper angle while sanding.
° Adjust angle by repositioning the miter gauge (Key No. 15).
Loosen the knob (Key No. 17) to reposition miter gauge.
° Tighten the knob to secure miter gauge position.
° Use a combination square to adjust miter gauge square to
belt. Scale should be at zero. Loosen screw (Key No. 13)
and reposition pointer (Key No. 12) if necessary.
ADJUSTING BELT HOUSING
Refer to Figure 5.
The belt housing can be positioned at a full vertical position, a
full horizontal position, or at any angle in between which is
convenient for the sanding operation.
To adjust belt housing position:
° Loosen locking handle (Key No. 3).
° Push belt housing to move to the desired angle.
° A positive stop bolt (Key No. 27) is provided to stop the belt
housing at the full horizontal position.
° Tighten locking handle to secure belt housing position.
TABLE ADJUSTMENT
Refer to Figure 5.
° To move table vertically, loosen locking handle (Key No.
37). Reposition table and secure in position.