Craftsman 320.17541 User manual

Operator's Manual
9.5 Amp 1314Peak HP
F=xed Base Router
Model No.
320.17541
0(_)us
DOUBLE INSULATED
CAUTION Read, understand and follow
atl Safety Rules and Operating Instructions
in this Manual before using this product.
Sears, Roebuck and Co.,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website: www.craftsman.com
• WARRANTY
•SAFETY
•UNPACKING
° DESCRIPTION
•ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
°ADJUSTMENTS
° MAINTENANCE

Warranty ..................................................................................................... Page 2
Safety Symbols ........................................................................................... Page 3
Safety Instructions ......................................................................................... Pages 4- 10
Unpacking ................................................................................................... Pages 10- 11
Description .................................................................................................. Pages 11 - 14
Assembly. .............................................................................................................. Pages 14 - 17
Operation ................................................................................................. Pages 18 - 29
Maintenance ........................................................................................................ Pages 30 - 31
Accessories ......................................................................................................... Pages 32 - 33
Repair Parts ....................................................................................................... Pages 34 - 37
Sears Repair Parts Phone Numbers .................................................................. Back Cover
ONEYEAR FULLWARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ®PRODUCT
IIf this Craftsman product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year
from the date of purchase, RETURN ITTOTHE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR PARTS
AND REPAIR CENTER OR OTHER CRAFTSMAN OUTLET INTHE UNITED STATES
FOR FREE REPLACEMENT.
This warranty does not include expendable parts such as lamps, batteries, bits or blades_
If this Craftsman product 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., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!

The purpose of safety symbols isto attract your attention to possible dangers.
The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful
attention and understanding. The symbol warnings DO NOT by themselves
eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes
for proper accident prevention measures.
WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all safety instructions in
this manual, including all safety alert symbols such as "DANGER", "WARNING"
and "CAUTION", BEFORE using this router. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
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SYMBOL MEANING
//_ SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: IndicatesDANGER,WARNING,OR
CAUTION. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
Failure to obey this safety warning WILL result in death or
serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the
safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and personal injury.
I Z_WARNING 1
l_ CAUTION I
i
Failure to obey this safety warning CAN result in death or
serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the
safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and personal injury.
Failure to obey this safety warning MAY result in personal
injury to yourself or others or property damage. Always
follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and personal injury.
DAMAGE PREVENTION AND INFORMATION MESSAGES
These inform user of important information and/or instructions that could lead to
equipment or other property damage if not followed_ Each message is preceded by the
word "NOTE:" as in the example below:
IOTE: Equipment and/or property damage may result if these instructionsare not followed.
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z_WARNING: The operation of any router 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 shield and a full-face shield when
needed. We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for
use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with
side shield, available at Sears Stores or other Craftsman
Outlets.

Z_ WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions in this
manual before using this router. Failure to follow all instructions may result
electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
WORK AREA SAFETY
1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered workbenches and dark areas
invite accidents°
2o DO NOT operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite
the dust or fumes.
3. Keep bystanders, children and visitors away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
4. Make your workshop childproof with padlocks and master switches. Lock tools
away when not in use.
5, MAKE SURE the work area has ample lighting so you can see the work and that
there are no obstructions that will interfere with safe operation BEFORE using
your router.
PERSONAL SAFETY
1: KNOW your power tool. Read this operator's manual carefully. Learn the router's
applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this
tool
2. STAY ALERT, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating
a power tool.
3. DO NOT use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury..
4. DRESS properly, DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry. Pull back long hair. Keep
your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothing, or long hair
can be caught in moving parts. Air vents often cover moving parts and should also
be avoided.
.AVOID accidental starting,, Be sure switch is in "OFF" position before plugging in.
DO NOT carry tools with your finger on the switch. Carrying tools with your finger
on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch in the "ON" position invites
accidents.
6o REMOVE adjusting keys or blade wrenches before turning the tool "ON", A wrench
that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
7. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing
and balance enables better control of the toot in unexpected situations.
8. ALWAYS SECURE YOUR WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold workpiece securely,,
It is safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool.
9. USE SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non*skid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
10r DO NOT USE ON A LADDER or unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface
enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations,

TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY
Z_ WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions before
operating this router. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
1. ALWAYS use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece
to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and
may tead to loss of control°
2, DO NOT force the tool. Use the correct tool and bit for your application. The correct
tool and bit will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed°
3o DO NOT use the tool if switch does not turn it "On" or "Off". Any toot that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
4o DISCONNECT the plug from the power source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories or storing the tool, Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the tool accidentally,
5, NEVER leave the tool running. ALWAYS turn it off. DO NOT leave the tool until it
comes to a complete stop,
6_ STORE idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools
are dangerous in the hands of untrained users,
7_ MAINTAIN tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control
8. CHECK for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect the tool's operation, if damaged, have the tool serviced
before using° Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
9. USE ONLY accessories that are recommended for this tool. Accessories that may be
suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
z_ WARNING: Do not permit fingers to touch the terminals of plug when
installing or removing the plug from the outlet.
1,
2_
Double insulated tools are equipped with 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 itstill does not fit, contact aqualified
electrician to install a polarized outlet° Do not chan=gethe plug in any way°
Double insulation [] eliminates the need for the three-wire grounded power
cord and grounded power supply system. Applicable only to Class iI (double-insulated)
tools. This router motor is double insulated,
Z_ WARNING: Double insulation DOES NOT take the place of normal safety
precautions when operating this tool.
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ELECTRICAL SAFETY cont.
3. BEFORE plugging in the tool, BE SURE that the outlet voltage supplied is within the
voltage marked on the tool's data plate. DO NOT use "AC only" rated tools with a DC
power supply.
4. AVOID body contact with grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators, There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
5. DO NOT expose power tools to rain or wet conditions or use power tools in wet
or damp locations, Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
6 INSPECT tool cords for damage. Have damaged tool cords repaired at a Sear
Service Center. BE SURE to stay constantly aware of the cord location and keep
it well away from the moving router.
7. DO NOT abuse the cord, NEVER use the cord to carry the tool by or to pull the
plug from the outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
EXTENSION CORDS
Use a proper extension cord. ONLY use cords listed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL).
Other extension cords can cause adrop in line voltage, resulting in aloss of power and
overheating of too!, For this tool an AWG (American Wire Gauge) size of at least 14-gauge
is recommended for an extension cord of 25-ft. or less in length, Use 12-gauge for an
extension cord of 50-ft. Extension cords 100-ft. or longer are not recommended.
Remember, a smaller wire gauge size has greater capacity than a larger number
(14-gauge wire has more capacity than 16-gauge wire; 12-gauge wire has more capacity
than 14-gauge). When in doubt use the smaller number. When operating a power tool
outdoors, use an outdoor extension cord marked "W-A" or "W". These cords are rated
for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
/IX CAUTION: Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the
cord so that it will not get caught on lumber, tools or other obstructions while you
are working with a power tool.
_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 injury.
SAFETY SYMBOLS FOR YOUR TOOL
The label on your tool may include the following symbols.
V.........................................................................Volts
A.......................................................................Amps
Hz.....................................................................Hertz
W.....................................................................Watts
min ....................................................................Minutes
,-_.....................................................................Alternating current
................................................................... Direct current
no ....................................................................No-load speed
[] .....................................................................Class I1construction, Double Insulated
.../min..............................................................Revolutions or Strokes per minute
Z_.....................................................................Indicates danger, warning or caution.
tt means attention! Your safety is involved.

SERVICE SAFETY
I. If any part of this router is missing or should break, bend, or fail in any way;
or should any electrical component fail to perform properly: SHUT OFF
the power switch and remove the router plug from the power source and have the
missing, damaged or failed parts replaced BEFORE resuming operation_
2. Tool service must be performed only at aSears Parts and Repair Center.
Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a
risk of injury.
3. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions
in the maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to
follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
SAFETY RULES FOR ROUTERS
CAUTION: Cutter bits coast after router is switched off. ]
1. HOLD TOOL by insulated gripping surfaces (handles) when performing an
operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
Contact with a "live" wire will make the exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and
shock the operator
2. Maintain a firm grip on the router with both hands to resist starting torque°
3. NEVER attempt to use the router motor without first installing it in an approved
fixed base. Failure to heed this warning could result in personal injury and
damage to the motor.
4. MAKE SURE the motor housing does not move up or down when clamped in the
fixed base. If motor is not securely clamped in base, adjustments will
not be accurate.
5. DO NOT HAND-HOLD THE ROUTER IN AN UPSIDE DOWN OR HORIZONTAL
POSITION. The motor can separate from the base if not properly attached according
to the instructions.
6. TIGHTEN COLLET /NUT securely to prevent the cutter bit from slipping. If the
collet/nut is not securely tightened, the cutter bit may detach during use, causing serious
personal injury.
7o NEVER tighten coilet/nut without acutter bit installed in the collet/nut.
8. USE CLAMPS or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to
a stable platform and hold the workpiece rigidly in position. Holding the work by
hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control
9. NEVER hold the piece being cut in your hands or across your legs. It is important
to support and clamp the workpiece properly in order to minimize body exposure,
bit binding, or loss of control.
10. ALWAYS keep chip shield clean and in place.
11. STAY ALERT and clear the Router cutter bit path of any obstructions BEFORE
starting the motor. Keep cutting area clear of all foreign objects while motor is
running.
12. CHECKTO SEE that the cord will not "hang up" during routing operation.
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SAFETY RULES FOR ROUTERS cont.
I3. MAKE SURE the cutter bit is not in contact with the workpiece before the switch
is turned on.The bit must ALWAYS be running at full speed before contacting
the workpiece.
14_ KEEP HANDS CLEAR OF CUTTER BIT when motor is running to prevent
personal injury.
15o PROVIDE CLEARANCE under workpiece for router cutter bit when through-cutting,
16_ KEEP CUTTING PRESSURE CONSTANT. Do not overload the motor°
17. USE ONLY sharp cutter bits that are not chipped or cracked. Blunt cutter bits
will cause stalling and burn the workpiece.
18_ NEVER use this router motor with a cutter bit larger than 31/2-inch in diameter.
19_ ALWAYS USE cutter bits that are designed for this router. Never use cutter bits
which are larger in diameter than the opening in the router sub-base. Cutter bits
that have cutter diameters larger than the opening could cause possible loss of control
or create other hazardous condition that could cause serious personal injury.
20, The subbase on this fixed base router has an opening of 11/4-inch. To use cutter
bits with a larger diameter, install and use a subbase with a larger diameter opening
(sold separately) at Sears stores or other Craftsman outlets.
21. DO NOT use large router cutter bits for freehand routing. Use of large cutter bits
when freehand routing could cause loss of control or create hazardous conditions that
could result in serious personal injury. If using a router table, large bits
should be used for edging onlyo
22. BE SURE CUTTER BIT is centered in template guide (sold separately) prior to
template guide applications to avoid personal injury or damage to finished work,
23. DO NOT REMOVE more than 1is, inch in a single pass, Excessive depth of cut can
result in loss of control that could result in personal injury_
24. After completing a cut, turn motor OFF and let it come to a complete stop
BEFORE REMOVING router from workpiece.
25. Let the motor come to a COMPLETE STOP before putting the router down. Cutter
bits coast after power is turned off.
26, ONLY use router tables that conform to safe woodworking practices and offer
proper guarding for the cutter bit. Use router tables that are UL classified and identified
suitable for use with this specific router model. Failure to comply could resutt in
serious personal injury.
27, Only use router tables with on-board switch controlled receptacles. Failure to use
router tables with all the appropriate safety features could result in serious personal injury.
28. DISCONNECTTHETOOL FROM POWER SOURCE before making any adjustments
or changing cutter bits.
29° If you are changing a bit immediately after use, BE CAREFUL NOTTO TOUCH
the collet/nut or cutter bit with your hands or fingers.The heat buildup from
cutting could cause severe burns. ALWAYS use the wrench provided.
30. AVOID "CLIMB CUTTING". See "OPERATION" (pages 26 and 27) section
in this manual. "Climb-cutting" increases the chance for loss of control resulting in
possible serious injury.

AWARNING: Use of this tool can generate dust containing chemicals
known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
•Lead from lead-based paints°
° Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products
oArsenic and chromium, from chemically treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending upon how often you
do this type of work.To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
°Work in a well-ventilated area.
°Work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks
that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash
exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth,
eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
z_ WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disburse dust, which
may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use
NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure.
Direct particles away from face and body.
ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
Z_ WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious personal injury.
1o Know your power tool. Read this operator's manual carefully. Learn the applications
and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool. Following
this rule wilt reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or serious injury.
2o ALWAYS wear safety glasses or eye shields when using this router. Everyday
eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.
3. PROTECT your lungs. Wear a face mask or dust mask if the operation is dusty,
4. PROTECT y0ur hearing. Wear al_propriate personal he-aring protection d urirlg use.
Under some conditions noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.
5. ALL VISTORS AND BYSTANDERS MUST wear the same safety equipment that the
operator of the router wears.
6o INSPECT the tool cords periodically and if damaged have them repaired at your
nearest Sears Service Center. BE AWARE of the cord location.

ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION cont.
7o ALWAYS check the tool for damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or
other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine if itwill operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool's
operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced
at a Sears Service Center,.
8. INSPECT and remove all nails from lumber before routing.
9, SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct
others who may use this toot. If someone borrows this tool, make sure they have
these instructions also.
Z_ WARNING: Your router should NEVER be connected to the power source
when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or removing
collets / nuts, cutter bits, cleaning or when it is not in use. Disconnecting the
router will prevent accidental starting, which could cause serious personal
injury.
When unpacking the box don't discard any packing materials until all of the contents are
accounted for:
1_ Carefully lift the Router Motor and Fixed Base with the 1/2-in. collet/nut already
installed, out ofthe carton and place on a stable flat surface.
2. Open the parts bag to locate the following:
• Sawdust Extraction Hood and 2 Screws used to attach hood to base
•1/4-in. Collet/Nut
•Collet/Nut wrench
3o Inspect the items carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage has occurred
during shipping° If any of the items mentioned are missing, (refer to "PARTS LIST"
illustrationon page 1t), return the router to your nearest Sears store or Craftsman
outlet to have the router replaced°
Z_ WARNING: If any parts are broken or missing, DO NOT attempt to plug
in the power cord or operate router until the broken or missing parts are
replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious injury.
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PARTSLIST (Fig.1)
1. Fixed Baseand Motor with1/2-in.Collet/Nut (_
2. Sawdust
Extraction Hood
3. 2 Screws _p
(for attaching Hood) _p
4. 1/4-in. Collet/Nut
5. Collet/Nut Wrench
KNOWYOUR FIXED BASE ROUTER (Fig. 2)
I OTE: Before attempting to use your router, familiarize yourself with all of the
operating features and safety requirements.
Your fixed base router has a precision-built electric motor and it should only be connected
to a 120-volt, 60-Hz AC ONLY power supply (normal household current).DO NOT operate
on direct current (DC). This large voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor
will overheat: If the router doesnot_operate when pluggedinto-a correct 120-vott,
60-Hz AC ONLY outlet, check the power supply. This router has an 8-fL, 2-wire power
cord (no adapter needed).
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KNOWYOUR FIXED BASE ROUTER cont. (Fig. 2)
This Fixed Base Router has the following features:
1. Powerful, 9.5 Amp Soft Start Motor develops 13/4 Peak HP to handle most
routing jobs
2. Single speed 25,000 RPM (no-load speed) helps provide a quality finish
in most materials
3. Fixed Base features Coarse and Fine Depth Adjustments for accurate set-upso
Ideal for use with router table, sold separately.
4. Spindle Lock for easy !-wrench bit changes_ Includes 1/4-in. and 1/2-in,
Self-Releasing Collets/Nuts for use with a wide variety of 1i4-ino and 1/2-in, router
bits, sold separately.
5.. 100% Ball Bearings for smooth, efficient operation and long life.
6. Base features Ergonomically Designed Handles for comfort,
maximum control.
7_ Base features Large Base Opening and Large Chip Shield, combined with 3 LED
Worklights on Motor to provide the highest visibility of bit and workpiece_
8o Durable Non-marring Sub-base glides smoothty over workpiece. Sub-base has
cutter-bit opening of 11/4-inches. Do Not Use a bit with a cutter diameter larger than
11/4-in. as it will not pass through the sub-base opening!
9. Base constructed of Die-Cast Aluminum to provide durability and stability,
10, Motor Housing constructed of High Density Nylon and Precision Milled Cast
Aluminum for strength and exact fit into base°
11o High-impact resistant Motor Housing Top Cap and Handles on Base help
protect tool from damager
12_ Conveniently located On/OffToggle Switch, side mounted for added visibility,
easy access.
13, Sawdust Extraction Hood allows base to hook up to 11/4-inch vac hose attachment,
sold separately_.
14. "LIVE TOOL INDICATOR" Light is green when saw is plugged into a power
source.. Light is located on motor housing top cap next to power cord inlet,
15o Replaceable Brushes (sold separately) for dependable service.
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KNOW YOUR FIXED BASE ROUTER cont. (Fig. 2)
Dve Tool
Indicator" Light
Motor Housing
Top Cap
Quick Clamp
Motor
Changing
System
Motor Housing
Milled Cast
Aluminum
for Exact Fit
Fixed Base
Handles
Spindfe Lock
Self-Releasing Coltets/Nuts
System 1/4 and 1/2-inch
Cellets/Nuts
(1/2-ino installed at factory)
Clear Plastic
Chip Shield
Non-Marring
Sub-Base
On/Off
Toggle
Switch
Motor _
Housing,
Keystrip "_.
Base Keystrip-SIot
(Engages Motor
Housing Keystrip_"
Coarse
Ad
Replaceable Brushes
(sold., eparately)
ustment Dial
Depth indicator Ring
Quick
-/:: (_ ClarnpMotor
/; :,_.\ Changing
System
Edge Guide
Mounting Slot Sawdust
Extraction
Hood
Edge Guide
Mounting Slot
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Rating ,,, ,
No-load Speed
, i ,i ,,,,,,,,,,,,,, , , ,,,,,, .......
Peak HP , ,,,, ,,,,,, i,u,,,
Input , J,t,i
Collets/Nuts and Cutter Bi't 's'hank Diameters
............ ,,p, ,, ,,,,,
Fixed Base Diameter ,, ,,,,,.,.,
Sub Base Opening (Diameter for cutter bit use)
..... ,,,,,,,,
Sub Base Thickness
,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,.,,, , ,,ll ,, ,,,,,,,, . ,, , ,,,
Fixed Base Depth of Cut
9°5 Amps
25,000 RPM'
13/4 ,,,,u,,i
120-volts, 60Hz AC
1/4-in.. 1/2-in..
6qnches
, , II""'"lll'" ' ' '' '' '
1 V4-inches ,, ,, , ,.,,.... ,,,,
0.23-inches (6ram)
,,,, ,. ,,,,,
13/4-inches (45mm)
i,,,,,,,,,,,, ,, ,, ,,,,
NOTE: This tool is shipped completely assembled. To install or remove bits
or add accessories such as sawdust ejection hoods for hook-up to vacs, see
the following instructions.
SELECTING THE CUTTER BIT
This router comes with 1/4-ino and 1/2-in_ collets/nuts that accept 1/4 and 1/2-inch
diameter shanked cutter bits,
z_ WARNING: Do not use router cutter bits that have a cutter bit diameter
larger than 11/4-inches as they will not fit through the sub-base opening, and
will cause damage to the sub-base, the motor, and could cause serious personal
injury to the operator.
i,, ,,,,,,
NOTE: The sub-base installed on this router has an opening of 11h-inches.
To use cutting bits with a larger diameter, use a sub-base with a larger opening,
sold separately at Sears stores or other Craftsman outlets.
Z_ WARNING: ALWAYS turn motor off and unplug router before making any "7
adjustments or installing accessories. Failure to unplug the router could result J
in accidental starting which can cause serious personal injury.
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INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE CUTTING BIT (Figs. 3, 4 and 4a)
X,,./ _,,. Nut coHet
Spindle Lock
Fig. 3
INSTALLING THE CUTTER BIT
1o Turn motor off and unplug from power source,
2. Remove motor housing from fixed base.
IF, 4
Fig. 4a _._ Cutters
NOTE: See instructions on removing and installing the motor housing from the
fixed base on pages 17.
3. Set the motor upside down on its top cap, with collet/nut pointing Upo
4., Press spindle lock button to engage and lock the spindle shaft and collet/nut, (Fig. 3),
5o Place the wrench on the collet/nut and turn counter-clockwise and loosen collet/nut
slightly to accept cutter bit shank.
6, Insert cutter bit shank into collet!nut assembly as far as it will go, then back the shank
out until the cutters are approximately 1/8 to 1/4-inch away from the face of the
collet/nut (Fig. 4, 4a)
7, With cutter bit inserted and spindle lock button pressed in engaging shaft, place wrench
on colletinut and turn clockwise until router cutter bit and collet/nut are firmly tightened.
Z_ WARNING: TIGHTEN COLLET/NUT SECURELY to prevent the cutter bit
from slipping. If the collet/nut is not securely tightened, the cutter bit may detach
during use, causing serious personal injury
NOTE: To ensure proper gripping of cutter bit shank and minimize run-out, the 1
shank of the cutter bit must be inserted into the coitet/nut at least 5/8-inch. J
I Z_ CAUTION: To prevent damage to tool, do not tighten cotlet/nut without ]
acutter bit installed. /
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REMOVING THE CUTTER BIT (Figs. 3 and 4 see page 15)
1. Turn motor off and unplug from power source_
2. Remove motor from fixed base.
3. Set the motor upside down on its top cap, with collet/nut pointing up..
4. Press spindle lock button to engage and lock the spindle shaft and cotlet/nut, (Fig. 3).
5. Place the wrench on the cellet!nut and turn counter- clockwise and loosen collet/nut
slightly and remove cutter bit shank,
COLLET/NUT CARE
From time to time, inspect the collet/nut to make sure it is clean and is gripping the cutter
bit properly
With the router cutter bit removed, turn the collet/nut counterclockwise (with spindle lock
engaged) until it is free from motor's spindle shaft.
Blow the coltet out with compressed air, and clean the tapered inside of the collet/nut with
a tissue or fine brush.
Always make sure the cutter bit shank, cotlet!nut and motor spindle are clean and free of
woodchips, dust, residue, grease and rust before installing.
Apply a slight amount of machine oil to spindle shaft if it looks dry.
Replace worn or damaged collets/nuts immediately.
NOTE: The coilet/nut is self-releasing; it is NOT necessary to strike the
collet/nut to free the router cutter bit. If cutter bit seems stuck after use, loosen
collet/nut a little more until it releases.
CUTTER BITS
Get faster, more accurate cutting results by keeping cutter bits clean and sharp.. Remove
all accumulated pitch and gum from cutter bits after each use.
When sharpening cutter bits, sharpen only the inside of the cutting edge,, Never grind the
outside diameter. Be sure, when sharpening the end of a cutter bit, to grind the clearance
angle the same as originally ground.
INSTALLING ROUTER MOTOR IN BASE
IZ_ WARNING: NEVER use the router motor without installing it into
either a fixed or plunge approved base. Failure to do so could result in serious
. p rsonal injury and damage t° motor. ......................
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NOTE: Before installing motor housing in fixed base, have the collet/nut and
router cutter bit you are going to use already installed in motor housing.
See page 15 "INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE CUTTER BIT".
Z_ WARNING: ALWAYS turn motor off and unplug router from power source
before making any adjustments or installing accessories. Failure to turn motor off
and unplug router could result in accidental starting which can cause serious
personal injury.
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INSTALLING ROUTER MOTOR
IN BASE (Fig. 5)
t, Turn motor off and unplug
from power source.
2. Place fixed base on flat surface°
3,_ With back of fixed base facing you,
open motor clamp (A)
4. Press in Coarse Adjustment
Knob (B) to depart the gears (C)
while you align the motor housing's
keystrip (D) w{th the keystrip-slot
(E) in the fixed base,
5. When the motor's keystrip is
aligned and engaged into the
base's keystrip slot, slide the
motor down into the fixed base_
6. The motor will now slide up or
down to set coarse adjustments
when the coarse adjustment knob
is pressed in,
7. After all adjustments are made,
close the motor clamp securely.
Fig. 5
REMOVING MOTOR FROM BASE (see Fig. 5)
1_ Turn motor off and unplug from power source.
2. Place router (fixed base/motor housing) on flat surface.
3. With back of router facing you, open the motor clamp (A)
4. Push in coarse adjustment knob (B) to release motor housing "keystrip" (C) from
gear !n base, while you lift motor free of base.
5o Set motor upside down on its top cap with collet pointing up and remove cutter bit.
Store motor and base in case when not being used°
WARNING: ALWAYS remove cutter bits from collet/nut when the router
not being used. Leaving bits installed could result in an accident causing
rious personal injury,
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ADJUSTING DEPTH OF CUT
WARNING: Your router should NEVER BE TURNED ON or be connected
to the power source when you are assembling parts, making adjustments,
installing or removing collets/ nuts, cutter bits, cleaning or when it is not
in use. Disconnecting the router will prevent accidental starting, which could
cause serious personal injury.
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NOTE: All depth adjustments on the Fixed Base must be made with the
motor clamp open. I
NOTE: For all Fixed Base Routers, the cutter bit depth equals the amount of the
cutter that is exposed below the surface of the subbaseo ]
The fixed base is designed with a micrometer fine adjustment worm gear system°
When the bit is lowered to the approximate position desired (coarse setting), the system
then can be micro adjusted to the precise depth_
Coarse Adjustment:
Depressing the Coarse Adjustment Knob (B) allows you to quickly lower or raise the
cutter bit to a larger or approximate depth setting°
Micro Adjustments:
NOTE: Be sure the worm gear system is engaged before making fine
adjustments.Test it by turning the Fine Adjustment Dial (C) clockwise and
counter-clockwise to see if the bit lowers and raises. If it does not, press in
the Coarse Adjustment Knob and turn the Fine Adjustment Dial until the gears
engage, then reset zero "0" on Depth Indicator Ring (D).
The Depth Indicator Ring (D) located on the Fine Adjustment Dial is marked incremen._a!ly
in 64's. Turning the fine adjustment dial clockwise 180 ° (1/2 turn), lowers the cutter bit
1/16-inch. One full turn clockwise (360 °) zero "0" to zero "0" lowers the bit 1/8-in.
The incremental lines between the 64th marks are 1/128's for super fine micro adjustments°
The system allows a maximum of 7 full 360 ° revolutions, clockwise, to lower the cutter
bit 7/8-in.
The Depth indicator Ring may be reset to zero "0" without moving the fine adjustment dial
This allows the user to begin adjustments from any reference point desired°
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To Adjust Depth (Figs. 6 and 6a)
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4_
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Turn motor off and unplug from
power source°
Place router on a flat, level surface
with back of fixed base facing you°
Open Motor Clamp (A).
With the cutter bit already installed,
Press in Coarse Adjustment Knob (B),
and lower motor into base until the
cutter bit very close to the flat surface
the base is sitting on,turn Fine
Adjustment Dial (C) until cutter bit
"just" touches the flat surface the base
is sitting on,Then lock Motor Clamp (A).
While continuing to press the Coarse
Adjustment Knob (B), turn the
Fine Adjustment Dia! (C) until
ZERO "0" mark on Depth Indicator
Ring (D) is lined up with the "l" mark
on base.
Release the Coarse Adjustment Knob,
making sure the "0" stays lined
up with the mark.
Place the router on two level scrap
workpieces, positioned so the cutter bit
can be lowered below the subbase
(see Fig. 8).
Turn the Fine Adjustment Dial (C)
clockwise to lower the bit to the
desired depth of cut. Turn the diat
counterclockwise to raise the cutter bit.
Once your depth of cut is set, close
the motor clamp (A) securely
Fig. 6a
Fig. 6
NOTE: Making a single deep cut is never advisable. Smaller diameter cutter bits
are easily broken by too much side thrust and torque. Larger cutter bits will
cause a rough cut and be difficult to guide and control. For these reasons,
DO NOT EXCEED 1/8-1N. DEPTH OF CUT in a single pass.
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Deep Cuts
The proper cutting depth, (for each pass), is always determined by the material,
the cutter bit size and type, and the power of the motor.
Always make several progressively deeper cuts by starting at one depth and then make
several passes, each time increasing the cutting depth until your desired depth is reached.
Making a cut that is too deep will stress the motor and the cutter bit, and it may burn the
workpiece and du!l the cutter biL It could also "grab" too much of the workpiece and
cause you to lose control of the router, causing a serious accident.
To be certain that your depth settings are as desired, always make test cuts in scrap
material similar to your workpiece before beginning your final cutting.
Remember, knowing the right depth for each cut comes with routing experience.
TOGGLE "ON/OFF" SWITCH (Fig. 7)
Your router motor is turned "ON" and "OFF" by the toggle switch located
on the top cap of the motor housing.
The left side of the toggle switch hood (as you face it) is marked "1"for "On" and
the right side (as you face it) is marked "O" for "Off".
TO TURN THE MOTOR "ON", Push the toggle switch to the left side marked "1",or "On"
TO TURN THE MOTOR "OFF" Push the toggle switch to the right side marked "O", or "Off"_
Always hold the router and cutter bit away from
the workpiece when turning the toggle switch
"On". Only contact the workpiece with the
router and cutter bit after the router has reached
full speed. ONLY remove the router and cutter
bit from the workpiece AFTER turning the router
motor "OFF", and the cutter bit comes to a
complete stop.
Operating in this manner will increase toggle
switch and motor life, and will increase
the quality of your work_
Fig. 7
SOFT START FEATURE
The soft start feature minimizes torque twist, customary in larger router motors,
by limiting the speed at which the motor starts. This increases the motor's life.
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