Craftsman 320.17559 User manual

Product Manual
Sander
Model No, 320.17559
CAUTION! Before using this
product, read this manual and
follow all its Safety Rules
and Operating Instructions=
=Warranty
° Safety
. Assembly
•Operation
, Maintenance
=Parts List
Sears, Roebuck and Co,, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
www,craftsman.com
2340018000

Warranty Page 2
Safety instruction Page 3
Assembly . Page 8
Operation Instructions Page 8
Maintenance Page 13
Parts List Page 14
ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ®PRODUCT
tf this Craftsman tool fails to give complete satisfaction within one year
from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears store or other Craftsman
outlet in the United States for free replacement.
This warranty does not include sandpaper, which is an expendable part
that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period.
This warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase if this
product is ever used for commercial or rental purposes.
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
Carton Contents
Sander, 3 sanding belts, filter, dust-collecting box, manual
WARNING: Some dust created by using power tools contains chemicals
known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!
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SAFETY SYMBOLS
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The
safety symbols and the explanations that accompany them deserve your careful
attention and understanding. The safety warnings DO NOT, by themselves, elimi-
nate any danger. They are no substitutes for proper accident-prevention measures.
,_k SAFETY-ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be
used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
,_ DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will 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.
_. 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.
_, CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage
or personal injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury'.
DAMAGE PREVENTION AND INFORMATION MESSAGES
These inform the user of import information and/or instructions that could lead to
equipment or other property damage if they are not followed. Each message is
preceded by the word "NOTE," as in the example below:
NOTE: Equipment and/or property damage may result if these instructions are
not followed.
WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions in this
manual before using this 6.0 Amp Belt Sander. Failure to follow all instruc-
tions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
WORK AREA SAFETY
= KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN AND WELL LIT. Cluttered benches and dark
areas invite accidents.
,, DON'T USE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools in damp
or wet locations or expose them to rain. Don't operate power tools in potentially
explosive environments, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases,
or dust. Power tools create sparks, which may ignite the dust or fumes.
,, KEEP CHILDREN AND BYSTANDERS AWAY. All visitors should be kept a safe
distance away from the work area.
• USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force a tool or attachment to do a job for which
it was not designed.
° MAKE THE WORKSHOP KID-PROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by
removing starter keys.
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ELECTRICAL SAFETY
o DO NOT CHANGE THE PLUG IN ANY WAY. This belt sander is a double-insulated
tool. Double-insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other). This plug witi fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug cannot be fully inserted into the outlet, reverse the plug, and try again. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet.
o VOLTAGE: Before plugging in the tool, make sure that the outlet voltage is
within the voltage marked on the tool's data plate.
o DO NOT USE "AC ONLY" RATED TOOLS WiTH A DC POWER SUPPLY.
o DO NOT EXPOSE POWER TOOLS TO RAIN OR WET CONDITIONS. Water
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
o If operating the power tool in damp locations is unavoidable, always use a
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter to supply power to your tool. Always wear
electrician's rubber gloves and footwear in damp conditions.
o DO NOT ABUSE THE CORD. Never use the cord to carry the tools or to pull
the plug from the outlet. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or
moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase
the risk of electric shock°
o USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD.
1oMake sure that your extension cord is in good condition.
2. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry
the current your product will draw. An Undersized cord will cause a drop on
line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
3. Table A shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and ampere
rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge: the smaller the gauge number,
the heavier the cord.
4. When operating a power tool outside, ALWAYS use an outdoor extension
cord marked "W-A" or "We" These cords are rated for outdoor use and
reduce the risk of electric shock.
Ampere Rating
More Than Not More Than
06
6 10
10 12
Volts
120v 25ft
Total Length of Cord in feet
50ft 100ft 150ft
AWG
18 16
18 16
16 16
16
14
14
14
12
12
12 16 14 12 Not Recommended
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The label on your tool may include the following symbols;
v
A
Rz
W
rain
no
[]
RPM
A
Volts
Amperes
Hertz
Watts
Minutes
Alternating current
No-load speed
Class II construction
Revolutions or Strokes per minute
Indicates danger, warning or caution, it means attention!
Your safety is involved.
PERSONAL SAFETY
• STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, and USE COMMON SENSE
when operating a power toolo DO NOT use the tool while tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
o WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewelry. Pull back and secure long hair. Non-slip footwear is
recommended.
°Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts.
o REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS OR WRENCHES. Form a habit of checking to see
that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning it on.
• ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday glasses may have impact-resistant
lenses, but they are NOT safety glasses. Also use a face or dust mask, if the
operation is dusty.
TOOL USE AND CARE
= AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure the switch is in the "Off" position
before plugging the tool into an electrical outlet.
, DO NOT CARRY TOOLS WITH YOUR FINGER ON THE SWITCH.
, SECURE YOUR WORK. Use clamps or other practical ways to secure and
support the work piece. It's safer than using your hand, and it frees both hands
to operate the tool.
,, DO NOT OVER REACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
,, PLACE WORKPIECE ON A WORKTABLE OR WORKBENCH: a strong and
sturdy table designed for woodworking and similar tasks.
o USE A BACKSTOP: a stable surface against which the work piece may be held, to
prevent the work from moving with the sanding belto
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TOOL USE AND CARE continued
= DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. Use the correct toot and blade for your application.
The correct tool and blade will do the job better and more safely at the rate for
which it is designed.
. DO NOT USE TOOL IF THE SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT "ON" OR "OFR" Any
tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
o DISCONNECT THE TOOL before servicing (such as cleaning the dust-collector
box), changing accessories (such as sand paper), or storing the tool.
o STORE IDLE TOOLS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN and other untrained
people,
• NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED; turn the power off. Don't
leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop.
_,ALWAYS 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.
e CHECK FOR 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, mounting, and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced.
WARNING: Use of accessories that are not recommended for use with
this tool may create hazardous conditions,
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES, Consult the product manual for
recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may increase
the risk of personal injury.
SERVICE SAFETY
•tf any part of this belt sander is missing or should break, bend, or fail in any
way; or should any electrical component fail to perform properly: ALWAYS shut
off the power switch and remove the plug from the power source, and have the
missing, damaged, or failed part replaced BEFORE resuming operation.
, All service that requires opening the tool MUST be performed only by a Sears
Service Center. All of the motor parts are important components of the double-
insulation system and MUST only be serviced by a Sears Service Center.
Service performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
,, When servicing a tool, ALWAYS 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.
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR BELT SANDER
_k WARNING: Empty the dust-collecting canister frequently, especially
when sanding resin-coated surfaces, such as polyurethane, varnish, shellac,
etc. Fine particles of sanding dust may self-ignite and cause fire.
° Hold the tool by the insulated, gripping surfaces whenever performing any
operation where the tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact
with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and will
shock the operator.
o Always wear safety goggles and a dust mask when sanding, especially when
sanding over-head.
o A suitable breathing respirator must be worn while sanding chemically-
pressure-treated objects.
,,The belt sander is not suitable for wet sanding.
o Do not use larger sanding paper than is needed. This tool uses 3" x 18"
sanding belts. Extra paper extending beyond the sanding pad can cause
serious lacerations.
_h, WARNING! 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:
oLead from lead-based paints.
o Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and other masonry products.
o Arsenic 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:
o Work in a well-ventilated area.
o 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 or eyes or to lie on the skin may promote
absorption of harmful chemicals.
IMPORTANT! READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
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Your Belt Sander has been shipped fully assembled, except for the sanding belts
and dust-collecting box, which are included in the carton. Inspect the tool care-
fully to make sure that no breakage or damage has occurred during shipping, if
any parts are damaged or missing, return the Belt Sander to any Sears store or
other Craftsman outlet in the United States to have it replaced.
Please see the Operations section of the product manual for instructions for
installing the sanding belt and dust-collecting box.
WARNING! If any parts are missing, DO NOT operate this tool until the
missing parts are replaced.
_1_ WARNING! Your Belt Sander should NEVER be connected to the power
source when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or
removing belt, cleaning, or when it is not in use.
Before attempting to use any tool, always learn about all of the operating features
and safety instructions.
Fig. 1
Front handle
Dust-exhaust port
Belt-tracking knob
ON/OFF Trigger switch
Lock-on button
/_Rear handle
ord
\Live-wire indicator
Dust-collecting box
:Lock lever
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120V, 60HZ, AC only, 6 Amps ............................
1000 SFPM
Input:
Square Feet Per Minute
Sanding belt size 3"X 18" ..... ,,, , ,,,,,,,,, , ,,,,,
Protection class II
TURN ON/OFF THE BELT SANDER (Fig. 2)
1. Connect the plug to an
electrical outlet. Fig° 2
2. Start the tool by squeezing
the on/off trigger switch.
3. Release the trigger to stop
the toolo
4. The lock-on button allows
the operator to keep the
belt sander running without
continuously holding the
trigger switch° While
squeezing the trigger
switch, depress the red
lock-on button, then
release both the switch and
the lock-on button,
5. To release the lock-on button, squeeze and release the trigger switch.
NOTE: The trigger cannot be released if you are pressing the lock-on button.
WARNING: DO NOT let familiarity with your belt sander make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to
cause severe injury.
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TO iNSTALL SANDING BELT
_I_ WARNING: Always disconnect the plug from the power source before
attaching or removing a sanding belt.
1. Place the sander on its t Fig. 3
side, and pull the lock 1
lever out and Lrd the
front of the tool.
2o Insert the new sanding belt
around both rollers. Make
sure that the arrow on the
inside of the sanding belt
points in the same direction
as the arrow indicated on
the sander. (Fig. 3)
3. Center the sanding belt
over the rollers and the
bottom plate, then push the
lock lever back to its original position to return tension to the belt.
ADJUSTING THE BELT TRACKING (Fig. 4)
When a new sanding belt is
installed, the sanding belt
tracking may need to be
adjusted several times as the
belt becomes more pliable
with use. When the sanding
belt tracking is correct, the
sanding belt will remain centered
on the rollers during use.
!. Hold the belt sander upside
down, and turn it on.
NOTE: This position is for
the purpose of adjustment
only. Do not allow the
sanding belt to come into
Fig. 4
contact with a work piece or any other object during adjustment.
2. If the sanding belt runs inward toward the belt4ightening knob, rotate the
belt-tightening knob clockwise.
3, If the sanding belt runs toward the outside, rotate the knob counterclockwise.
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