Owner’s Manual CRAFTSMAN ALL-IN-ONE CUTTING TOOL Model No. 183.172530 Important Safety Notice A WARNING Always have one hand firmly placed on the tool body while operating. Never operate the tool by holding only the tool handle. CAUTION: Before using this Cutting Tooi, read this manual and follow all its Safety Rules and Operating instmctions. •* Safety Instructions • Accessories • Assembiy • Operation • Maintenance • Parts List • Espanol Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, iL 60179 USA Part. No.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Warranty......................................................... . 2 Product Specifications............................... .. 2 Power Tool Safety........................................ . 3 Cutting Totri Safety...................................... . 4 Electrical Requirements & Safety............... 5 Accessories .................................................. . 6 SECTION PAGE Carton Contents.................................... Know Your Cutting Tool..................
POWER TOOL SAFETY ▲ WARNING Before using your cutting tool, it is critical that you read and understand these safety rules. Failure to follow these rules could result in serious injury to you or damage to the cutting tool. Good safety practices are a combination of common sense, staying alert and understanding how to use your power tool. To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, do not plug in your cutting tool until you have read and understood the following safety rules: 15.
CUTTING TOOL SAFETY A WARNING For your safety, do not plug in your cutting tool or try to use any accessory until It is completely assembled and installed according to these instructions, and until you have read and understood this Owner’s Manual. 11. NEVER HOLD THE WORKPIECE (N ONE HAND while operating the tool with the other hand. Failure to follow these safety rules will result in risk of serious Injury. ’ 13. NEVER START THE TOOL WHEN THE BIT IS TOUCHING THE WORKPIECE.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS & SAFETY DOUBLE INSULATION This cutting tool is double insulated to protect you from electrical shock. A WARNING Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the Other). This plug will ht into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet Do not alter the plug in any way.
ACCESSORIES CARTON CONTENTS UNPACKING AND CHECKING CARTON CONTENTS AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES A WARNING A WARNING Use only accessories recommended for this cutting tool. Follow instructions that accompany accessories. Use of improper accessories may cause injury to the operator or damage to the cutting tool. If any part is missing or damaged, do not plug the cutting tool into the power source until the missing or damaged part is replaced and assembly is complete.
CARTON CONTENTS Cutting Toot Box Accessory Box
KNOW YOUR CUTTING TOOL
ASSEMBLY & OPERATION A WARNING Remove the plug from the power source before assembly, changing accessories or cutters and making adjustments. This safety action will help prevent accidental starting of the tool which could result in serious injury. INSTALLING CUTTING BITS - Cont’d 4. Insert new cutting bit (4) into the collet. A WARNING Insert the bit all the way into the collet and then pull it back between and 'it".
ASSEMBLY & OPERATION CHANGING COLLET INSERT INSTALLING FREEHAND SOLE PLATE - cont’d The cutting bits for this tool are locked into place with a collet nut (1) and collet (see Fig. 3). The tool is assembled at the factory with NO collet installed. Both the Ve" and VS" collets can be found in the carrying case front lid storage compartment. The 1/8" collet (2) is used for holding hobby tool accessory bits. The Vi’ collet (3) is supplied for holding SMALL router bits with a V*” shank. 1.
ASSEMBLY & OPERATION PRACTICE CUTS USING FREEHAND SOLE PLATE A WARNING Have you read "POWER TOOL SAFETY”, “CUTTING TOOL SAFETY" and “ELECTRICAL SAFETY" on pages 3,4 and 5 of this Manual? If not, please do it now t>efore you operate this cutting tool. Your safety depends on ftl 6. Set the speed control switch to the appropriate speed. 7. Turn the switch ON. 8. Every time you use the cutting tool you should verify the following: 1. Cutting tool cord is not damaged. 2.
ASSEMBLY & OPERATION CUTTING OUTLET OPENINGS IN DRYWAU. CUTTING OUTLET OPENINGS IN DRYWALL - cont’d A DANGER Do not attempt to use this tool to make cut-outs around any fixture or opening which has live eiectrical wires or on any wall which may have electrical wiring behind it if a iive wire is contacted, the bit couid conduct the eiectric current to the tool, creating an electrocution hazard for the operator. Turn OFF breakers or remove fuses to disconnect the electric circuit in the area of work.
ASSEMBLY & OPERATION PRECISION HANDLE M'AINTENA'NCE A DANGER INSTALLING PRECISION HANDLE For your own safety, turn the switch OFF and remove the plug from the power source before maintaining your cutting tool. The precision handle is designed for use when precision control over the toot movement is desired. The comfortable handle can be used wth either the right or left hand. 1, 2, When servicing, use only identical Craftsman parts.
PARTS DIAGRAM - MODEL 183.
PARTS LIST - MODEL 183.172530 (A WARNING When servicing use only CRAFTSMAN replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a HAZARD or cause damage to your Cutting Tool. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this Cutting Tool may create a hazard unless repair is performed by a qualified technician. Repair seit^ce is available by contacting your nearest Sears Service Center. Always order by PART NUMBER, not by key number.
PARTS - MODEL 183.172530 Freehand Soleplate Assembly 211.
PARTS - MODEL 183.
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