SEARS

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

315.275120

CAUTION:

Read and follow

ALL safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.

Thank You For Buying A

Craftsman Laminate

Trimmer

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Industrial

Laminate Trimmer

Double Insulated

Warranty

Rules For Safe Operation

Introduction

Table Of Contents

Unpacking

Features

Adjustments

Operation

Maintenance

Repair Parts

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

972000-336

11-00 Printed in U.S.A.

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN INDUSTRIAL LAMINATE TRIMMER

If this Craftsman Industrial Laminate Trimmer fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from

the date of purchase, Sears will repair it free of charge.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY RETURNING THE TOOL TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE

IN THE UNITED STATES.

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. 817 WA

HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

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 safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The Instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.

SYMBOL MEANING

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SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:

Indicates caution or warning. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.

A

WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

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CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injuryto yourself

or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

NOTE:

Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment. m

DOUBLE INSULATION is a concept in safety, in electric

power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three- wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are

isolated from internal metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded.

IMPORTANT - Servicing of a tool with double insulation 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 originalfactory replacement parts when servicing.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Your laminate trimmer has a precision built electric motor. It should be connected to a power supply that Is 120 volts, 60

Hz, AC only (normal household current).

Do not operate this tool on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If your tool does not operate when plugged into an outlet, double-check the power supply.

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Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions.

It means attentionlH Your safety is involved.

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WARNING:

WARNING:

Do not attempt to operate this tool until you have read thoroughly and understand completely all instructions, safety rules, etc.

contained in this manual. Failure to comply can result in accidents

involving fire, electric shock, or serious personal

injury. Save owner's manual and review frequently for continuing safe operation, and instructing others who may use this tool.

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIQNS

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KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL.

Read owner's manual carefully.

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

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GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by preventing body contact with grounded surfaces.

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

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KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.

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

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AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.

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use power tool in damp or wet locations or expose to rain. Keep work area well lit.

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KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept

a safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord.

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STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use tools should be stored in a dry and high or locked-up place - out of the reach of children.

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DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better

and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

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 - A circular saw should never be used for cutting tree limbs or logs.

10.

WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can get caught in tool's moving parts and cause personal injury. Rubber

gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair

covering to contain long hair and keep it from being drawn into nearby air vents.

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11 ." ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.

Everyday

The double insulated system is intended to protect thq

'user from shock resultingfrom a break in the tool's internalwiring. Observe all normal safety precautions relatedto avoidingelectricalshock.

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eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses;

they are NOT safety glasses.

PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust

mask if operation is dusty.

PROTECT YOUR HEARING.

Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation.

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

cord from heat, oil and sharp edges.

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.

DON'T OVERREACH.

Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not use on a ladder or unstable support.

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.

Keep tools

sharp at all times, and clean for best and safest

performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not tn use, before

servicing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tool#should be disconnected from power supply.

REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.

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

AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.

Don't carry

plugged-in tools with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.

MAKE SURE YOUR EXTENSION CORD IS IN

GOOD CONDITION.

When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carrythe current your productwilldraw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. A wire gage size (A.W.G.)

of at least 16 is recommended for an extension cord 100 feet or less in length. A cord exceeding

100 feet is not recommended. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

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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.

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KEEP cu'n'ERS CLEAN AND SHARP.

Sharp cutters minimize stalling and kickback.

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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.

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NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.

Normal sparking of th_ motor could ignite fumes.

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INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY and if damaged, have repaired at your nearest Sears

Repair Center.

Stay constantly aware of cord location.

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INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS

CALLY and replace if damaged.

PERIODI-

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KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE

FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning.

Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products or any strong solvents to clean your tool.

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STAY ALERT.

Watch what you are doing and use common sense.

Do not operate tool when you are tired. Do not rush.

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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 moving 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.

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DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT

TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches

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replaced by an authorized service center.

INSPECT FOR and remove all nails from lumber before trimming.

DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION.

Do not operate tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.

WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL

CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS.

POLARIZED PLUGS.

To reduce the risk of

electric shock, this tool has a polarized plug (one

blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does

not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

DO NOT USE TOOL UNDER "BROWN-OUT"

OR OTHER LOW VOLTAGE CONDITIONS.

Also, do not use with any device that could cause the power supply voltage to change.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Review them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.

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.

Setne examples of these chemicals are:

• lead from lead-based paints,

• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your i exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated

area, and work with approved safety equipment, such

as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter

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The operation of any laminate trimmer can result in foreign objects being thrown Into your eyes, which can result In severe eye damage.

Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields, available at Sears Retail Stores.

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Congratulations and thank you for buying this

Craftsman laminate trimmer. It has been designed, engineered

manufactured to provide you with Sears high

standard of dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

Your trimmer has many features for making trimming operations more pleasant and enjoyable.

Safety, performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this trimmer making it easy to maintain and operate.

CAUTION:

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Carefullyread throughthisentireowner'smanual before

usingyournew trimmer.Pay closeattentiontothe Rules

For Safe Operation, Warningsand Cautions.If you use

your trimmer properly and only for what it is intended, you willenjoyyears of safe, reliable service.

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SPECIFICATIONS:

MaximumCutterDiameter

Collet

1-3/8 in.

1/4 in.

Horsepower

Rating

No Load Speed

Power Cord

3/4

120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only, 3.8 Amperes

23,000 RPM

10 ft.

Net Weight 3.0 Ibs.

• Warranty ................................................

• Rules For Safe Operation .................

2-4

• Introduction and Product

2

Specifications .......................................

• Table Of Contents .................................

5

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• Unpacking .............................................

• Features ..............................................

Know Your Trimmer ................................

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6-7

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Heavy Duty Motor ...................................

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

Depth Of Cut Scale .................................

Applications ............................................

• Adjustments .......................................

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7-8

Installing/Removing Cutters ....................

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To Set Depth Of Cut ...............................

• Operation ..........................................

9-12

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How To Operate Your Trimmer ..............

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Feed Direction ........................................

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Rate Of Feed ..........................................

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Proper Feeding .......................................

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Ball Bearing Piloted_Bit ...........................

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Force Feeding ......................................

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Too Slow Feeding .................................

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Depth Of Cut .........................................

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Direction Of Feed And Thrust ...............

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Helpful Hints .........................................

Extension Cords ...................................

• Maintenance ........................................

General ................................................

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Brush Replacement ..............................

Lubrication ............................................

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Proper Care Of Cutters .........................

13

Proper Care Of Collet ...........................

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• Exploded View andParts List ....... 14-15

• Parts Ordering / Service .....................

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Your trimmer has been shipped completely assembled and

ready for use. After removing it from the carton, inspect it carefully to make sure no breakage or damage has occurred during shipping. Ifany parts are damaged or missing, contact your nearest Sears Retail Store to obtain replacement parts

before attempting to operate trimmer. A 1/2 in. diameter flush trim bit,owner's manual, two wrenches, and case are included in the carton.

WARNING:

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If any parts are missing, do not operate your trimmer until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury.

KNOW YOUR TRIMMER

See Figure 1.

Before attempting to use your trimmer, familiadze yourself

with all operating features and safety requirements.

Your trimmer 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.

As the name implies your trimmer can be used for trimming laminates. When used with recommended accessories, it becomes even more versatile.

WARNING:

Do not allow familiarity with your trimmer to make you

careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.

HEAVY DUTY MOTOR

Your trimmer has a powerful 3.8 amp motor with sufficient powerto handle many trimmingjobs. It iscapable if delivering

3/4 horsepower for heavy duty performance. The motor also has removable brushes for ease of servicing.

SWITCH

To turn your trimmer ON, slide the switch on top of the trimmer to ON position. Return the switch to OFF position

when finished.

DEPTH OF CUTSCALE

Your tdmmer's cutting depth can be adjusted by using the depth of cut scale. To adjust to desired depth, loosen the wing bolt and move the base until the tip of the cutter lightly comes in contact with the surface. The depth of cutting is

zero at this point. Move the base further to the relative mark on the scale that corresponds with your desired cutting depth. Finally, tighten the wing bolt. You will get your desired depth of cutting.

WARNING:

The operation of any trimmer can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before starting power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields

and a full face shield when needed. We recommend wide

vision safety mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories

not recommended for usewith this tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

APPLICATIONS

(Use only for the purpose listed below)

• Smooth, professional trimming of laminates.

• Cabinet making, trimming counter tops, and finishing work.

• Trimming wood and plastics.

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ON-OFF

SWITCHOFF

USHCAP

DEPTHOF

BASE

HOUSING WING BOLT

' SUBBAS_

WRENCH(2)

COLLETNUT

COLLET

Fig. 1

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WARNING: k

Your laminate trimmer should never be connected to power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or removing cutters, or when not in use. Disconnecting your trimmer will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious injury.

WARNING:

Do not use cutters with undersized shanks. Undersized shanks will not tighten properly and could be thrown from k tool causing injury.

,WARNING:

Do not use cutters that are larger in diameter than the opening in trimmer base.

Use of such cutters will come in contact with the trimmer base.

This situation could also cause possible loss of control or create other hazardous conditions that could cause possible serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Avoid hand positions that may expose fingers to cutter through open areas of trimmer base.

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INSTALLING/REMOVING

See Figure 2.

• UNPLUG YOUR TRIMMER.

cu'rrERS

WRENCHON

COLLETNUT

WARNING:

Failure to unplug your trimmer could result in accidental starting causing serious injury.

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• Place your trimmer upside down on a workbench in order to gain easy access to spindle and collet nut.

• Place the small end of one, of the wrenches provided on the spindle flats. This will hold the spindle stationary.

• Place the larger end of the other wrench provided onto the collet nut. Rotate wrench counterclockwise to loosen collet nut. See Figure 2.

WARNING:

Fig. 2

If you are changing a cutter immediately after use, be careful not to touch the collet nut, cutter, orcoUet with your hands or fingers. They will get burned because of the heat buildup from cutting. Always use the wrench provided.

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• If installing cutter for the first time, it can be installed once collet nut is loose. If changing cutters, cutter will easily slip from collet after loosening collet nut.

• The collet is machined to precision tolerances to fit cutters with 1/4 in. diameter shanks.

• With your trimmer still upside down on a workbench, insert shank of cutter into collet. The shank of your cutter should be close to but not touching bottom of collet. This allows for expansion when the cutter gets hot.

• Tighten the collet nut securely by turning clockwise with the wrench provided. See Figure 2.

INDICATOR

(s)

DEPTHOF

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WARNING:

If collet nut is not tightened securely, cutter may come out during use, causing serious personal injury.

TO SET DEPTH OF CUT

See Figure 3.

• UNPLUG YOUR TRIMMER.

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• Position your trimmer so that the cutter can extend below the subbase for desired depth of cut setting.

• Move the base to obtain the desired depth of cut. The distance the cutter moves can be read on the depth indicator scale. Each mark on the scale indicates a 1/16 in. change in depth setting. Indicator points are located on the base.

• Securely tighten the wing bolt.

WARNING:

Failure to unplug your trimmer could result in accidental starting causing serious injury.

• Loosen the wing bolt and move the base until the tip of cutter touches the work surface. The depth of cut is

zero at this point. See Figure 3.

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, WARNING:

Avoid open area of trimmer base. Serious personal injury

will result from contact with a rotating cutter.

WARNING:

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when using your trimmer. Failure to do so could

result in dust, shavings, chips, loose particles, or foreign objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible

serious injury. If the operation is dusty, also wear a face or dust mask.

WARNING:

When turning your trimmer ON, be prepared for start-up

torque. Always have a firm grasp of your trimmer before starting. Because of the high cutter speed rotation your trimmer has a tendency to twist, jerk, or grab in your hands during start-up. If not prepared, this can cause a loss of control resulting in possible sedous injury.

HOW TO OPERATE YOUR TRIMMER

Before starting your trimmer, unplug it and make sure cutter is securely tightened in collet and that depth of cut is properly set. Never start trimmer while cutter is in contact with the workpieee.

After completing a cut, pull cutter slightly away from cut surface. Turn trimmer off and wait for rotating cutter to

completely stop before removing base from work surface.

Your trimmer is turned on by means of a slide switch

located on top of the tool. Make a few cuts on a piece of scrap material to determine the desired depth or shape of

cut. When cutting, fit the base of your trimmer over the

work surface and firmly hold the body of your trimmer with

your hand. Make sure the trimmer is running at full speed.

For best results, move your trimmer from left to right, against

the turning direction of the trimmer cutter. See Figure 4. Be sure not to move trimmer too rapidly.

Remain alert and watch what you are doing. DO NOT

operate trimmer when fatigued or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.

FEED DIRECTION

When trimming, the cutter rotates clockwise.

Therefore, you should feed the trimmer into the workpiece from left to right. When fed from left to right, the rotation of the cutter pulls the trimmer against the workpiece. If fed in the opposite direction, the rotation forces of the spinning cutter will tend to throw the trimmer away from the workpiece.

This could cause loss of control of your trimmer.

RATE OF FEED

IMPORTANT: The whole "secret" of professional trimming and edge shaping lies in making a careful set-up for the cut

to be made and in selecting the proper rate of feed.

The proper rate of feed depends on several factors: the hardness and moisture content of the workpiece, the depth

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of cut, and the cutting diameter of the cutter. When cutting

shallow grooves in soft woods such as pine, a faster rate of feed can be used. When making cuts in hardwoods such as

oak, a slower rate of feed will be required.

The best rate of feed is one that does not slow down the trimmer motor more than one-third of itsno-load speed. Ifthe

trimmer is fed too fast, it will take large chips out of the wood

and leave gouge marks. If the trimmer is fed too slow, it will scorch or burn the wood.

PROPER FEEDING

The right feed is neither too fast nor too slow. It is the rate at which the cutter is being advanced firmly and surely to produce a continuous spiral of uniform chips or a smooth trim edge on laminate.

If you are making a small diameter, shallow groove in soft, dry wood, the proper feed may be about as fast as you can travel your trimmer along your guide line. On the other hand, if the cutter is a large one, the cut is deep orthe workpiece is hard to cut, the proper feed may be

a very slow one. A cross-grain cut may require a slower pace than an identical with grain cut in the same workpiece.

There is no fixed rule. You will learn by experience from practice and use, The best rate of feed is determined by listening to the sound of the trimmer motor and by feeling the progress of each cut. Always test a cut on a scrap piece of the workpiece wood or laminate beforehand.

BALL BEARING PILOTED BIT

See Figure 4.

Use of ball bearing piloted trimmer cutters provide a convenient method of laminate trimming. Guide the ball bearing surface along the edge of workpiece.

Be careful to follow

instructions for correct direction of feed.

FORCE FEEDING

Clean, smooth laminate trimming and edge shaping can be done only when the cutter is revolving at a relatively high speed and is taking very small bites to produce tiny, cleanly

severed chips. If your trimmer is fomed to move forward too fast, the speed of the cutter becomes slower than normal in

relation to its forward movement. As a result, the cutter must

take bigger bites as it revolves. "Bigger bites" mean bigger

chips, and a rougher finish• Bigger chips also require more power, which could result in the trimmer motor becoming ovedoaded.

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TO SLOW

Under extreme force-feeding conditions the relative speed

of the cutter can become so stow -- and the bites it has to take so large-that chips will be partially knocked off (rather

than fully cut off), with resulting splintering and gouging of the workpiece. See Figure 5.

Your trimmer is an extremely high-speed tool (23,000 RPM no-load speed), and will make clean, smooth cuts if allowed

to run freely without the ovedoad of a forced (too fast) feed•

Three things that cause "force feeding" are cutter size, depth of cut, and workpiece characteristics. The larger the cutteror the deeper the cut, the more slowly the trimmer should be

moved forward.

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

TO FAST

OF CUT

DEPTH

,,.. WIDTH

OF CUT

Fig. ,=

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

2ND.

PASS

1ST.

PASS hn 2ND. PASS

It is also possible to spoil a cut by moving the trimmer forward too slowly• When it is advanced into the work too slowly, a

revolving cutter does not dig into new wood fast enough to take a bite; instead, it simply scrapes away sawdust-like particles. Scraping produces heat, which can glaze, burn, or mar the cut-- in extreme cases, can even overheat the cutter so as to destroy its hardness. Dull cutters can also contribute to scraping and burning.

IST'PAS_6

In addition, it is more difficult to control a trimmer when the cutter is scraping instead of cutting• With practically no load on the motor the cutter 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 sides that are rippled instead of straight.

"Too-slow feeding" can also cause your trimmer to take off in a wrong direction from the intended line of cut. You can

detect "foo-slow feeding" by the high-pitched sound of the motor. Always grasp and hold your trimmer firmly with both hands when trimming.

quality of a cut (and, also, the possibility of damage to your

trimmer motor and cutter), A deep cut requires a slower feed than a shallow one, and a too deep cut will cause you to slow

the feed so much that the cutter is no longer cutting, it is scraping, instead.

Making a deep cut is never advisable. The smaller cutters-- especially those only 1/16 in. in diameter-are easily broken off when subjected to too much side thrust. A large enough cutter may not be broken off, but if the cut is too deep a rough

cut will result -and it may be very difficult to guide and control the cutter as desired.

For these reasons, we recommend that you do not exceed 1/8 in. depth of cut in a single pass, regardless of the cutter size or the softness or condition of the workpiece. This will result in a higher quality cut.

DEPTH OF CUT

See Figure6.

As previously mentioned, the depth of cut is important

because it affects the rate of feed which, in turn, affects the

To make deeper cuts it is therefore necessary to make as many successive passes as required, lowering the cutter

1/8 in. for each new pass. In order to save time, do all the cutting necessary at one depth setting, before lowering the cutter for the next pass. This will also assure a uniform depth when the final pass is completed.

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WARNING:

If desired depth of cut is greater than can be safely cut in one pass, make cuts in two or three passes.

DIRECTION OF FEED AND THRUST

See Figures 7 and 8.

The trimmer motor and cutter revolve in a clockwise direc- tion. This gives the tool a slight tendency to twist (in your hands) in a countemlockwise direction, especially when the motor starts.

Because ofthe extremely high speed of cutter rotation during

a "proper feeding" operation, there is very little kickback to contend with under normal conditions. However, should the

cutter strike a knot, hard grain, foreign object, 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 cutter 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 cutter is moving.

In short, the thrust should be in a direction that

keeps the sharp edges of the cutter continuously biting straight into new (uncut) wood.

HELPFUL HINTS

J" Always clamp workpiece securely before trimming.

,/ A safe operator is one who thinks ahead.

I/ Always wear eye protection when trimming.

J Make set-up adjustments carefully. Then double check. Measure twice and cut once.

J" Keep cutters clean and properly sharpened.

J Don't let familiarity make you careless.

Study all safety rules and do the job safely.

,/ NEVER place your hands in jeopardy.

J Make certain clamps can't loosen while in use.

J" Test difficult set-ups on scrap -- Don't waste lum- ber.

/ Plan each operation before you begin.

/ Provide for smoother operation by cleaning your

trimmer frequently.

Shake trimmer or blow with an air jet to remove sawdust build-up.

,/ THINK SAFETY BY THINKING AHEAD.

TRIMMERFEED

DIRECTION

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TRIMMERFEED

DIRECTION

GUIDEOUTSIDE

"_OTATION

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GUIDE

GUIDEINSIDE

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THRUST

FEED

Fig. 8

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EXTENSION CORDS

The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power.

To keep the loss toa minimum and to prevent tooloverheating, use an extension cord that is heavy enough to carry the current the tool will draw.

A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 16 is recommended for an extension cord 100 feet or less in length. When working outdoors, use an extension cord that is suitable for outdoor use. The cord's jacket will be marked WA.

CAUTION:

Keep extensions cords away from trimming area and position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber, tools, etc., during trimming operation.

WARNING:

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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 injury.

NOTES

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WARNING: h

When servicing use only identical Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.

GENERAL

Only the parts shown on parts list, page 15 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 Sears service technician.

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts.

Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, carbon dust, etc.

WARNING:

BRUSH REPLACEMENT

See Figure 9.

Your trimmer has externally accessible brush assemblies that should periodically be checked for wear. Proceed as follows when replacement is required.

• UNPLUG YOUR TRIMMER.

WARNING:

Failure to unplug your trimmer could result in accidental starting causing serious injury.

• Remove brush cap with a flat blade screwdriver. Brush assembly is spring loaded and will pop out when you remove brush cap.

• Remove brush assembly (brush and spring).

• Check for wear. If worn, always replace in pairs. DO

NOT replace one side without replacing the other.

• Reassemble using new brush assemblies.

Make sure curvature of brush matches curvature of motor and that brush moves freely in brush tube.

• Make sure brush cap is oriented correctly (straight) and replace.

• Tighten brush cap securely. DO NOT over torque.

When electric tools are used on fiberglass boats, sports cars, wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster, 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, wallboard, spackling compounds, 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 during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.

LUBRICATION

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

PROPER CARE OFCUTTERS

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 cutters, 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.

PROPER CARE OFCOLLET

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.

BRUSHCAP

BRUSH

ASSEMBLY

BRUSHCAP

BRUSH

ASSEMBLY

Fig.

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CRAFTSMAN INDUSTRIAL LAMINATE TRIMMER - MODEL NUMBER 315.275120

SEE NOTE"A"

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NOTE: "A" - The assembly shown represents an Important part of the Double Insulated System. To avoid the possibility of alteration or damage to the System, service should be performed by your nearest Sears

Repair Center. Contact your nearest Sears Retail Store for Service Center InformaUon.

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CRAFTSMAN INDUSTRIAL LAMINATE TRIMMER - MODEL NUMBER 315.275120

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The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model number I

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092406-350

06850t-433

063600-722

622210-039

975096-001

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060720-630

974843-001

972000-336

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Number

974795-O01

065700-700

976699-001

974796-001

974786-001

989985-003

093006-000

974115-001

662932`001

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PARTS LIST

Description

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

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

Scale Label ...........................................................................................

Collet Nut (114 in.) .................................................................................

Hex Nut (M6) ........................................................................................

Compression Spring .............................................................................

Spacer ...................................................................................................

Wing Bolt (M6 x 35) ..............................................................................

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

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

Screw (#8-32 x 3/8 in. FiL Hd. T.C.) .....................................................

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

1/2 in. Cutter (Item No. 9-25413) ..........................................................

Optional Edge Guide ............................................................................

Carrying Case - Not Shown ..................................................................

Owner's Manual

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*** Avallable At Your Nearest Sears Retall Store

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