612547-243

SEARS

OWNERS

MANUAL

MODEL NO

315,17560

CAUTION

Read Rules for

Safe Operation and Instructions

Carefully

ROUTER

DOUBLE INSULATED

SAVE THIS

MANUAL FOR

FUTURE REFERENCE

Introduction

Operation

Maintenance

Repair Parts

612547-243

11.85

Designed exclusively for and sold only by

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Dept. 698/731A, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684

PRINTED IN U.S.A,

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ROUTER

If this Craftsman Router fails to give complete satisfaction within one year from the date of purchase

RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES and Sears will repair it free of charge.

If this Router is used for commercial or rental purposes this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.

DEPT. 698/731A

SEARS TOWER

CHICAGO, IL 60684

iNTRODUCTION

DOUBLE INSULATION is a concept in safety, in

electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three wire grounded power cord and grounded supply system. Wherever there is electric current in the tool there are two complete sets of insulation to protect the user.

All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation.

IMPORTANTmServicing of a tool with double in-

sulation requires extreme care and knowledge of the

system and should be performed only by a qualified service technician.

For service we suggest you

return the tool to your nearest Sears Store for repair.

Always use original factory replacement parts when servicing.

GENERAL

Your router is a versatile woodworking tool which will give you years of trouble-free performance.

It is engineered with the professional in mind, but its

ease of operation allows the amateur to produce work which is beautiful and precise.

All the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under norreal operating conditions, therefore, no further lubrication is required.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

WARNING -- DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE UNTIL YOU HAVE READ THOROUGHLY AND UNDERSTAND

COMPLETELY ALL INSTRUCTIONS, RULES, ETC. CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL. FAILURE TO COMPLY CAN

RESULT IN ACCIDENTS INVOLVING FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.

SAVE

OWNERS MANUAL AND REVIEW FREQUENTLY FOR CONTINUING SAFE OPERATION, AND INSTRUCTING

POSSIBLE THIRD-PARTY USER.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL -Read owner's manual carefully.

Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to this tool.

2. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY PREVENTING BODY CONTACT

WITH GROUNDED SURFACES.

For example: Pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.

3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.

4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

5. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.

Don't use power tool in damp or wet

locations or expose to rain. Keep work area well lit.

6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord.

7. STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in dry, high or

locked-up place = out of reach of children.

8. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

9. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy

duty tool. Don't use tool for purpose not intended - for example - Don't use

a circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.

10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing or jewelry to get caught in moving parts.

Rubber gloves and footwear are recommended when working outdoors.

Also, wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

11. USE SAFETY GLASSES with all tools. Also face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.

12. DON'T ABUSE CORD= Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle.

Keep cord from heat, oil and sharp edges.

13. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It's safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.

14. DON'T OVERREACH.

Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

15. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE= Keep tools sharp at all times, and clean for best and safest performance.

Follow instructions for lubricating and changing ac- cessories.

16. DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected.

17. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.

Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.

18. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.

Don't carry plugged-in tools with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.

19. OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS.

When tool is used outdoors, use only

extension cords suitable for use outdoors. Outdoor approved cords are marked

with the suffix W-A, for example -- SJTW-A or SJOW-A.

20. KEEP CUTTERS CLEAN AND SHARP. Sharp cutters minimize stalling and kick= back.

21. KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Keep hands away from cutters. Do

not reach underneath work while cutter is rotating. Do not attempt to remove material while cutter is rotating.

22. NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.

Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.

23. INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY and if damaged, have repaired at your nearest Sears Repair Center.

24. INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and replace if damaged.

25. KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always

use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluid, gasoline, or any strong solvents to clean your tool.

26. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not op-

erate tool when you are tired.

27. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.

Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will

operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of mov- ing parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged

should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in this instruction manual.

28. DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by authorized service center.

29. Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before routing.

30. DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION.

Do not operate tool while under the influ.

ence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.

31. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

The operation of any Router can result in foreign objects being thrown

into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before commencing power tool opera.

tion. We recommend Wide Vision Safety mask for use over spectacles

or standard safety glasses, available at Sears Catalog Order or Retail

Stores.

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OPERATION

WARNING: YOUR ROUTER SHOULD NEVER BE PLUGGED IN WHEN YOU ARE ASSEMBLING PARTS OR

MAKING ADJUSTMENTS.

ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR EYESHIELDS BEFORE BEGINNING POWER

TOOL OPERATION.

If any parts are missing do not operate your Router until the missing parts are replaced.

Before attempting to use your Router, familiarize yourself with all operating features (See Fig. 1) and safety requirements.

WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW FAMILIARITY WITH YOUR ROUTER TO MAKE YOU CARELESS.

REMEMBER THAT A CARELESS FRACTION OF A SECOND IS SUFFICIENT TO INFLICT SEVERE INJURY.

CHIP SHIELD

A clear plastic chip shield is installed on the front of the router for protection against flying dust and chips. The

chip shield is designed to fit the front opening of the router base as shown in figure 1. If necessary to remove,

squeeze the tabs on each end and pull outward. To replace, squeeze the tabs at each end, fit into the opening, then release. DO NOT USE ROUTER WITHOUT CHIP SHIELD PROPERLY IN PLACE.

SPINDLE

LOCK

DEPTH

RING iNDICATOR

POINT

DEPTH

INDICATOR

RING

SHIELD

FRONT VIEW

POWER

:ORD

REAR ViEW

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CLAMPING

WiNG NUT

Fig. 1

OPERATION

INSTALLING/REMOVING CUTTERS

Disconnect router from power supply.

1. A spindle lock is located on the side of motor housing.

See figure 1. To activate lock, push spindle lock in and slide into lock position.

NEVER attempt to activate spindle lock while

router motor is running or coasting to a stop.

2. Turn collet nut with wrench until lock mechanism interlocks.

See Fig. 2. NOTE: Spindle lock is spring loaded and will snap into position when lock mechanism interlocks.

WARNING: IF YOU ARE CHANGING A BIT IM-

MEDIATELY AFTER USE, BE CAREFUL NOT TO

TOUCH THE BIT OR COLLET WITH YOUR

HANDS OR FINGERS.

THEY WILL GET BURNED

BECAUSE OF THE HEAT BUILDUP FROM CUT-

TING. ALWAYS USE THE WRENCH PROVIDED.

3. Place the router upside down on a table and insert shank of cutter into collet.

The shank of your cutter should be close to but not touching bottom of collet.

4. Tighten the collet nut securely by turning clockwise with the wrench provided.

See fig. 3. Put spindle lock back in unlock position.

Otherwise the interlocking mechanism of the spindle lock will not let your router turn on.

5. Remove cutters by turning collet nut counter clockwise enough to allow cutter to slip easily from collet.

The collet is machined to precision tolerances to fit cutters with 1/4" diameter shank size.

WARNING: DO NOT USE CUTTERS WITH UN.

DERSIZED SHANKS.

UNDERSIZED SHANKS

WILL NOT TIGHTEN PROPERLY AND COULD

BE THROWN FROM TOOL CAUSING INJURY.

TO TIGHTEN

COLLETNUT

DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENTS

We recommend that cuts be made at a depth not ex- ceeding 1/8" and that several passes be made to reach depths of cut greater than 1/8".

Disconnect router from power supply before ad.

justing for depth of cut.

1. Place the router on a flat surface, loosen clamping Wing Nut, and adjust until cutter is inside subbase.

See figure 4.

2. Turn the depth adjusting ring until tip of cutter touches flat surface.

Turn the depth indicator ring until the zero lines up with the indicator point on the base. See figure 4.

3. Position the router so that the bit can extend below the subbase for desired depth setting.

4. Turn the depth adjusting ring to obtain the de-

sired depth of cut. The distance the cutter moves can be read on the depth indicator ring.

Each notch on the depth adjusting ring indicates 1/64 inch change in depth setting.

5. Tighten clamping wing nut securely before opo eratlng router.

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ADJUSTING --_

RING

POINT

INDICATOR

" , .

.

_

TO LOOSEN

COLLET HUT

DEPTH

Fig. 2

EHCH

/-CLAMMHG

Fig.3

WING HUT

Fig. 4

WARNING: BE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN CLAMP.

ING WING NUT IS FIRMLY TIGHTENED.

FAIL.

URE TO DO THIS WILL RESULT IN THE MOTOR

MOVING INSIDE THE BASE, CAUSING AN UN-

EVEN CUT. THIS COULD CAUSE LOSS OF CON-

TROL RESULTING IN POSSIBLE SERIOUS IN.

JURY.

OPERATION

WARNING: ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR

EYESHIELDS WHEN USING YOUR ROUTER. IF THE

CUTTING OPERATION IS DUSTY, ALSO WEAR A

FACE OR DUST MASK. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD

RESULT IN DUST OR CHIPS BEING THROWN IN

YOUR EYES RESULTING IN POSSIBLE SERIOUS IN-

JURY.

ROUTING

For ease of operation your router has two handles, one on each side of the router base. When using

your router hold it firmly with both hands as shown in Fig. 5. Remain alert and watch what you are doing.

Do not operate router when fatigued.

RATE.OF-FEED

IMPORTANT: The whole "secret" of professional routing and edge shaping lies in selecting the proper rate-of-feed.., cut to be made.

and in making a careful set-up for the

FORCE FEEDING

Clean, smooth routing and edge shaping can be

done only when the bit is revolving at a relatively

high speed and is taking very small bites to produce

tiny, cleanly severed chips. If the router is forced to

move forward at a fast pace, the rpm of the bit is slower than normal in relation to its forward movement -and the bit must necessarily take bigger bites as it revolves.

"Bigger bites" mean bigger

chips, and a rougher finish.

Moreover, bigger chips require more power -and the router motor can become sufficiently overloaded to slow down and further aggravate the condition.

In fact, under extreme force-feeding conditions the relative rpm of

the bit can become so slow -- and the bites it has to

take so large -- that chips will be partially knocked

off (rather than fully cut off), with resulting splinter- ing and gouging of the workpiece. See Fig. 6.

Your Craftsman Router is an extremely high-speed

tool (25,000 rpm no-load speed), and will make clean, smooth cuts if allowed to run freely without the

overload of a forced (too fast) feed. What constitutes

"force feeding" depends upon three things: Bit size, depth-of-cut, and workpiece characteristics.

The

larger the bit and/or the deeper the cut, the more

slowly the router can be moved forward.

And, if the wood is very hard, knotty, gummy or damp, the operation must be slowed still more.

You can always detect "force feeding" by the sound

of the motor. Its high-pitched whine will sound lower and stronger as it loses speed.

Also, the strain of

holding the tool will be noticeably increased.

TOO SLOW FEEDING

PROPER FEEDING

Fig. 5

It is also possible to spoil a cut by moving the router forward too slowly.

When it is advanced into the work too slowly a revolving bit doesn't dig into new wood fast enough to take a bite; instead, it simply scrapes away sawdust-like particles.

Scraping produces heat, which can glaze or burn and mar the cut m in extreme cases, can even overheat the bit so as to destroy its hardness.

In addition, it is more difficult to control a router when the bit is scraping instead of cutting.

With practically no load on the motor the bit will be revolving at close to top rpm, and will have a much greater than normal tendency to bounce off the sides of the cut (especially, if the wood has a pronounced grain with hard and soft areas). As a result, the cut produced may have rippled, instead of straight, sides and, unless very firmly held, the router might even take off in a wrong direction from the intended cut line. See Fig. 6.

You can detect "too-slow feeding" by the runaway, too-highly pitched sound of the motor; or, by feeling the "wiggle" of the bit in the cut.

The right feed is neither too fast nor too slow. It is

the rate at which the bit is being advanced firmly and surely to produce a continuous spiral of uniform chips -without hogging into the wood to make large individual chips nor, on the other hand, to create only sawdust.

If you .are making a small diameter, shallow groove in soft, dry wood, the pro-

per feed may be about as fast as you can travel your router along your guide line. Contrarywise, if the bit

is a large one, the cut is deep, and/or the wood is

hard to cut, the proper feed may be a very slow one.

Then, again, a cross-grain cut may require a slower pace than an identical with grain cut in the same workpiece.

TOO FAST

TOO SLOW

Fig. 6

There is no fixed rule. You will learn by experience...

by listening to the tool motor and by feeling the progress of each cut. If at all possible, always test a cut on a scrap of the workpiece wood, beforehand.

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DEPTH OF CUT

As previously mentioned, the depth of cut is impor- tant because it affects the rate of feed which, in turn, affects the quality of a cut (and, also, the possibility of damage to your router motor and bit). A deep cut requires a slower feed than a shallow one; and a toodeep cut will cause you to slow the feed so much that the bit is no longer cutting; is scraping, instead.

Making a deep cut is never advisable. The smaller bits -especially those only 1/16 inch in diameter are easily broken off when subjected to too much side thrust.

A large enough bit may not be broken off, but if the cut is too deep a rough cut witl result m and it may be very difficult to guide the bit as desired.

For these reasons, we recommend that you do not exceed 1/8 inch depth of cut in a single pass, regardless of the bit size or the softness or condition of the workpiece.

See Fig. 7.

DEPTH

OF CUT OF CUT

_a_WIDTH

2HD.

PASS

OPERATIO

DIRECTION OF FEED AND THRUST

Fig. 7

To make deeper cuts it is therefore necessary to

make as many successive passes as required, lower-

ing the bit 1/8 inch for each new pass. In order to save time, do all the cutting necessary at one depth setting, before lowering the bit for the next pass.

This will also assure a uniform depth when the final pass is completed.

See Fig. 8.

The router motor and bit revolve in a clockwise direction. This gives to the tool a slight tendency to twist

(in your hands) in a counterclockwise direction, especially when the motor revs up (as at starting).

Because of the extremely high speed of bit rotation during a "proper feeding" operation, there is very Iito tie kickback to contend with under normal condio tions.

However, should the bit strike a knot, hard grain, etc. that would affect the normal progress of the cutting action, there will be a slight kickback sufficient to spoil the trueness of your cut if you are not prepared.

Such a kickback is always in the direction opposite to the direction of bit rotation.

To guard against such a kickback, plan your set-up and direction of feed so that you will always be thrusting the tool -- to hold it against whatever you are using to guide the cut -- in the same direction that the leading edge of the bit is moving.

In short, the thrust should be in a direction that keeps the sharp edges of the bit continuously biting straight into new (uncut) wood.

ROUTING

Whenever you are routing a groove, your tool travel

should be in a direction that places whatever guide you are using at the right-hand side. In short, when

the guide is positioned as shown in the first part of

Fig. 9, tool travel should be left to right and counterclockwise around curves. When the guide is positioned as shown in the second part of Fig. 9, tool travel should be right to left and clockwise

around curves. If there is a choice, the first set-up is generally the easiest to use. In either case, the sideways thrust you use is against the guide.

Whenever you are shaping an edge, the feed should always be clockwise when working on an outside

(convex) edge; but should be counterclockwise when working on an inside (concave) edge. See Fig.

10. The reason for this is that, when traveling the tool as instructed, the bit will have a "chopping aetion" _ but will have a "gouging action" if you reverse the travel direction.

"Chopping" is much preferable to "gouging" as there is less danger of ripping out chips by tearing the wood grain.

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OPE

STARTING AND ENDING A CUT

INTERNAL ROUTING

Tilt Router and place on workpiece, letting edge of subbase contact workpiece first. Be careful not to let

Router bit contact workpiece. Turn Router on and let

motor build to its full speed. Gradually feed cutter in- to workpiece until subbase is level with workpiece.

WARNING: KEEP A FIRM GRIP ON ROUTER WITH

BOTH HANDS AT ALL TIMES• FAILURE TO DO SO

COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL LEADING

TO POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY.

Upon completion of cut, turn motor off and let it come to a complete stop before removing Router from work surface.

WARNING: NEVER PULL ROUTER OUT OF WORK

AND PLACE UPSIDE DOWN ON WORK SURFACE

BEFORE THE MOTOR STOPS.

P,ATIO

EDGE ROUTING

Place Router on workpiece, making sure the Router bit does not contact workpiece. Turn Router on and

let motor build to its full speed.

Begin your cut,

gradually feeding cutter into workpiece. WARNING:

KEEP A FIRM GRIP ON ROUTER WITH BOTH

HANDS AT ALL TIMES. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD

RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL LEADING TO

POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY.

Upon completion of

cut, turn motor off and let it come to a complete stop before removing Router from work surface. WARN.

ING: NEVER PULL ROUTER OUT OF WORK AND

PLACE UPSIDE DOWN ON WORK SURFACE

BEFORE THE MOTOR STOPS.

EDGING WITH THE PILOT BITS

The arbor-type bits with pilots are excellent for quick, easy edge shaping of any workpiece edge that is either straight or curved at a curvature as great or

greater than the radius of the bit to be used. The pilot

prevents the bit from making too deep a cut; and

holding the pilot firmly in contact with the workpiece

edge throughout prevents the cut from becoming too shallow.

Whenever the workpiece thickness together with the

desired depth of cut (as adjusted by router depth set- ting) are such that only the top part of the edge is to be shaped (leaving at least a 1/16 in. thick uncut pottion at bottom), the pilot can ride against the uncut portion, which will serve to guide it. See Fig. 11.

However, if the workpiece is too thin and/or the bit set too low so that there will be no uncut edge to ride the pilot against, any extra board to act as a guide must be placed under the workpiece.

This "guide" board must have exactly the same contour straight or curved -- as the workpiece edge. If it is positioned so that its edge is flush with the workpiece as the bit radius). On the other positioned edge, the bit will make a full cut (in as far

ROUTER

TOP EDGE SHAPING

NOTE: Any of the piloted bits can be used without a

pilot for edge shaping with guides, as preceding. The size (diameter) of the pilot that is used determines

the maximum cut width that can be made with the pilot against the workpiece edge (the small pilot ex- poses all of the bit; the large one reduces this amount by 1/16 inch).

hand, if the guide

ROUTER is as shown in Fig.

11 (out from the workpiece edge), the bit will make less than a full cut m which will alter the shape of the finished edge.

THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES WERE AVAILABLE AT THE TIME THIS MANUAL WAS

PRINTED.

Dovetail Template (9.2579)

Box Joint Template (9.2580)

Butt Hinge Template (9 2575)

Butt Hinge Template (9.2564C)

Router-Crafter (9 2525C)

Multi-Purpose Router Guide (_25179)

Template

Sharpening

Carrying

Guide

Rout-A-Form

Case (9

Bushings (9

Pantograph

Template Set (9 25182)

Kit (_966501)

14701)

25082)

9(_9_

Full View Router Base (_925086)

COMBII VEINING

NATION

PANEL I

I BITS

CUTTER I

CORE BOX

BIT

STRAIGHT

FACE

BITS

COMBI-

NATION

STRAIGHT,

BEVEL

CUTTER

HINGE DOVET._JL

MORTISING CUTTER

BIT BITS

BIT

I

I

25596-1/2"

RI I

V=GROOVE

CHAMFER

M, •

.......

=_4.1/q"

• 25541-3/8"1

25599-1/16"

2559-1/8"

25592-3/16"

25593-7/32"

I 25594-1/4"

OOUBLE END

25545 45 °, 60 =

V-GROOVE

2557-1/2"

'25578-t/2"

2552-1/8"

25521-1/4"

25522-3/8"

25523-1/2"

25529-3/4"

"25524-1/4"

"25525-5/16"

"25826-3/8"

"25827-1/2"

FOR FO_

"2541

VENEER

CUTTER

STRAIGHT

"25413

BEVEL

"25412

1/2"

2555

2553-1/4"

25531-1/2"

COVE

BIT

25572-3/8"

25571-1/2"

°25576-3/8"

"25575°1/2"

1/4,5/18,1ROMAN O

3/5"

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CHAMFER

BIT

25581

*25582

3/18"

25585

25587-5/32"

25588-1/4"

25589

BEAD

QUARTER.

ROUND

BITS

25583-1/4"

25562-3/8"

25561-1/2"

"25586-3/8"

*25565-1/2"

ARBOR

2589

WITH 2

BALL

BEARINGS

(1/2 & 5/9"}_i

25895

CAUTION: The use of attachments or accessories not listed above might be hazardous.

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ROUTING WITH GUIDE BUSHINGS

When using Template Guide Bushings Cat. No. 9-25082 with your Router you must visually center the bit with the bushing before beginning your cut. The Router subbase may be adjusted by loosening the screws holding the subbase to the Router. After centering bit with bushing tighten screws firmly.

WARNING: FAILURE TO

CENTER BIT WITH BUSHING OR TO FIRMLY TIGHTEN SCREWS AFTER CENTERING COULD CAUSE BIT TO

COME IN CONTACT WITH BUSHING RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY.

MAINTENANCE

WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL RF=PLACEMENT PARTS

PROPER CARE OF CUTTERS

Get faster more accurate cutting results by keeping cutters clean and sharp.

Remove all accumulated pitch and gum from cutters after each use.

When sharpening cutter, sharpen only the inside of the cutting edge.

Never grind the outside diameter.

Be sure when sharpening the end of a cutter to grind the clearance angle the same as originally ground.

A cutter sharpening kit (cat. #66501) is available from

Sears Catalog Order or Retail Store.

PROPER CARE OF COLLET

From time to time, it also becomes necessary to clean your collet and collet nut. To do so, simply remove collet nut from collet and clean the dust and chips that have collected.

Then return collet nut to its original position.

SWITCH REPLACEMENT

Disconnect router from power supply.

SWITCH REPLACEMENT IS AS FOLLOWS:

1.

Remove screws (A) and handle covers (B). See

Figure 12.

2.

Note location of grommet (C) in handle and how each lead is connected to switch.

3.

Remove leads from switch by inserting a 1/32" diameter pin or nail into switch lead receptacle as shown in figure 12 and pulling on the lead.

4.

Make sure grommet (C) is on cord and push each lead as far as possible into proper receptacle in switch.

5.

Locate switch in handle and place leads so they won't be pinched when handle cover is replaced.

6.

Make sure grommet (C) is in place and replace handle cover and screws,

LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT

Disconnect router from power supply.

1. Remove cutter from router. Adjust router to maximum height.

2. Remove screws (A) and subbase (B). See Fig. 13.

3. Remove screw (C) and work light lens (D).

4. With bulb pointing toward you, push bulb in and turn to the left to remove.

5. Reassemble all parts.

GENERAL

Only the parts shown on parts list, page eleven, are

intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer.

All other parts represent an important part of the double insulation system and should be serviced only by a qualified service technician.

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts.

Most plastics are susceptible to various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use _lean cloths to remove dirt, carbon dust, etc. WARNING: DO NOT AT ANY TIME LET BRAKE

FLUIDS, GASOLINE, PENETRATING OILS, ETC.

COME IN CONTACT WITH PLASTIC PARTS. THEY

CONTAIN CHEMICALS THAT CAN DAMAGE

AND/OR DESTROY PLASTICS.

EXTENSION CORDS

The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power. To keep the loss to a minimum and to prevent tool overheating, follow the recommended cord sizes on the chart at right.

When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords suitable for outdoor use and so marked.

Extension cords are available at

Sears Catalog Order or Retail Stores.

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Fig. 12

Fig. 13

When electric tools are used on fiberglass boats, sports cars,, etc., it has been found that they are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure, as the fiberglass chips and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently it is not recommended that this tool be used for extended work on any fiberglass material.

During any use on fiberglass it is extremely important that the tool is cleaned frequently by blowing with an air jet.

ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY

GLASSES OR EYESHIELDS BEFORE BEGINNING

THIS OPERATION.

Extension Cord Length

25-50 Feet

50-75 Feet

Wire Size A.W.G.

18

16

75-100 Feet 14

WARNING: CHECK EXTENSION CORDS BEFORE

EACH USE. IF DAMAGED, REPLACE IMMEDIATELY.

NEVER USE TOOL WITH A DAMAGED CORD SINCE

TOUCHING THE DAMAGED AREA COULD CAUSE

ELECTRICAL SHOCK RESULTING IN SERIOUS IN-

JURY.

CRAFTSMAN ROUTER -- MODEL NUMBER 315,17560

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CRAFTSMAN ROUTER w MODEL NUMBER 315,17560

The Model Number will be found on a plate attached to the End Cap. Always

mention the Model Number in all correspondence regarding your ROUTER or when ordering repair parts.

SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS

PARTS LiST

1 989935,O03

2 989610-_)1

3 200738-001

4 989652-001

6 989985-003

7 623815,002

8 612442.435

9 623166-002

11 611457-000

12 610951-001

13 610930001

14 606066-002

15 617966-007

17 623814-004

18 610946-001

19 612191-004

20 998586.001

21 606688-001

22 610956-001

23 726676,002

24 611456-000

25 990757-001

26 512866-001

27 512639-001

29 623782-001

33 989684-001

612547.243

Wrench ......................................................

Caution Label .................................................

Data Plate ....................................................

Depth Adjust Ring and Indicator Assembly .........................

Collet Nut .................................................

Clamping Wing Nut ............................................

Base .........................................................

Sq. Hd. Bolt ...................................................

Power Handle Assembly ........................................

Light Bulb (Standard Automotive Bulb #1004) .......................

Light Housing .................................................

"Screw (#10-32 x 11/16 Pan Hd.) ...................................

*Screw (#8-10 x 1/2 Pan Hd. T.C.) ..................................

Switch .......................................................

Work Light Lens ...............................................

Subbase ......................................................

"Screw (#10-32 x 1/4 Pan Hd.) .....................................

Chip Shield ...................................................

Logo Plate ....................................................

Set Screw (#8-32 x 7/16 Hex Socket, Self Locking) ....................

Handle Assembly ..............................................

H. P. Logo ....................................................

Cap Screw (#5,40 x 1/4 Soc. Hd.) ..................................

Actuator ......................................................

Grommet .....................................................

"Screw (#6-32 x 1/4 T.F.) .........................................

Owner's Manual (Not Illustrated)

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NOTE "A" = The assembly shown represents an Important part o! the Double Insulated System. To avoid the poss.

Iblllty of alteration or damage to the System, service should be performed by your nearest Sears Repair Center,

Contact your nearest Catalog Order or Retail Store.

*Standard Hardware Item -- May Be Purchss_l Locally

**Available From DIv. _ _ Source 980.00

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OWNERS

MANUAL

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DOU LE

iNSULATED

SERVICE

Now that you have purchase(J your Router, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service Center and most Sears,

Roebuck and Co. stores.

Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit.

The model number of your Router will be found on the plate attached to the end cap.

MODEL NO.

315.17560

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE

THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

® PART NUMBER

• MODEL NUMBER

315.17560

® PART DESCRIPTION o NAME OF ITEM

Router

All parts listed may be ordered from any Sears Service Center and most Sears stores.

If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically transmitted to a Sears

Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Dept. 698/731A, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684