OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 315.117120 CAUTION: Read Rules for Safe Operation and All Instructions Carefully CRAI:TSMAK 3 Inch Belt Sander Double Insulated Warranty Introduction Operation Maintenance ® Repair Parts Designed exclusively for an_pl
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN BELT SANDER Ifthis Craftsman Belt Sander fails to_gr ive complete sattsfaction within one_yl ear from the date of purchase, RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE IN THE UNITED STATES, and _ears will repair it, free of charge. Ifthis Craftsman Belt Sander is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued) 11. ALWAYS 12, 13. 14, 15. 16, WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday 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.
OPERATION KNOW YOUR BELT SANDER Before attempting to use your sander, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements. See Figure I. Make sure power supply is 120 volts, 60 I_t, AC only (nOrmal household current). TRACKING SCREW--_ "LOCK'ON" BuI"rON REAR HANDLE SWITCH TRIGGER HANDLE DRIVE ROLLER ASSEMBLY PLATEN ASSEMBLY (INCLUDES YOKE ASSEMBLY) *SANDING BELT FRONT PULU = Page Fig.
OPERATION SWITCH The switch of your sander is equipped with a "lock-on" feature which is convenient when sanding for extended periods of time. To lock-on, simply depress the switch trigger, push in the lock button located on the side of the handle, then while holding the lock button pushed in, release the switch tdgger. See Figure 2. To release the lock, depress the tdgger and release it. BE SURE TOOL IS NOT IN THE "LOOK-OR" POSITION BEFORE CONNECTING TO POWER SUPPLY SOURCE.
OPERATION INSTALLING/REMOVING 1. SANDING BELT UNPLUG YOUR SANDER. Tension must be released on the front pulley in order to install and remove sanding belt. To release tension on the front pulley, you must depress the front pulley untilthe notch in the platen assembly wilt fit the slot, then rotate the notch onto the slot. See Figure 5. To release 2. tension on front pulley: NOTCH Place the front pulley ofyour sander against the corner of a workbench as shown in figure 6.
OPERATION TO ADJUST SANDING BELT TRACKING See Figure 10. TO adjust sanding belt tracking, connect sander to power supply. Hold sander as shown in figure 1O. pultswitchtdgger and release immediately. NOTE: This position is for adjustments only. Sanding belt should not be in contact with workpiece or any foreign objects when making belt tracking adjustments, Observe tracking of sanding belt, If the sanding belt rur_s inward,slOWlyturnthe trackingscrew clockwise.
OPERATION TO OPERATE Clamp or otherwise secure the work to prevent it from moving under your sander. Before placing sander on work surface, squeeze the switch trigger and let the motor reach its maximum speed, then lower your sander to the work surface with a slight forward motion,Using the rear handle to control your sander and the front handle only to guide it, move itslowly over the work.
MAINTENANCE GENERAL Only the parts shown on parts list. page 11. are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. AH other paris 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 plastk_parts. Never let liquids get instdethis tool.Alse, never immerse any pad ofthis tool into a liquid. Most plastics are susceptible to various types of commemial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
CRAFTSMAN 3 IN. BELT SANDER -- MODEL NUMBER 315.117120 SEE NOTE"A" PAGE 11 12 13 24 2O 4 21 1 \ 22 25 Page10
CRAFTSMAN 3 IN. BELT SANDER -- MODEL NUMBER 315.117120 I The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model number in all corrM,=_pondence regarding your CRAFTSMAN SANDER or when ordedng repair parts. J SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS PARTS LIST Key Part No, Number Description Quart. Key No. Part Number 968732-001 Deemriptlen Quart. Banding Belt (3 In. x 21 In.) ........................... 1 14 2 998380-o01 Wear Plate .......
For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME s" Anytime, day or night (1-800-466-4663) www,sears.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 A.ytime, dayoroight www.sears.
