Maintenance - Craftsman 172.267290 Operator's Manual

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:
! To ensure safety and reliability, repairs, maintenance and
adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified service technician at a
Sears Service Center.
WARNING:
For your safety, ALWAYS turn off switch and unplug planer
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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 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.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
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during power tool operations, or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also
wear a dust mask.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
DO NOT at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
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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.
Periodic maintenance allows for long life and trouble-free operation. A cleaning,
lubrication and maintenance schedule should be maintained. As a common
preventative maintenance practice, follow these recommended steps:
WARNING:
! For your safety, ALWAYS turn off switch and unplug planer
from the power source before performing any maintenance or cleaning.
1. When work has been completed, clean the tool to allow smooth functioning of the tool
over time.
2. Use clean damp cloths to wipe the tool.
3. Check the state of all electrical cables.
4. Keep the motor air openings free from oil, grease and sawdust or woodchips,
and store tool in a dry place.
5. Be certain that all moving parts are well lubricated, particularly after lengthy exposure
to damp and /or dirty conditions.
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MAINTENANCE cont.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE cont.
LUBRICATION
Your Craftsman Planer has been properly lubricated and is ready to use.
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No further lubrication is needed under normal operating conditions. All bearings in the
planer are lubricated for the life of the tool.
ACCESSORIES
BLADES
The blades for your planer are currently available at your local Sears Store.
WARNING:
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The use of attachments or accessories that are not
recommended may be dangerous.
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