Finishing Sander
Contents
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS N WARNING BE SURE to read and understand all instructions in this manual before using this power tool Failure to follow all instructions may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury WORK AREA SAFETY 1 2 Keep your work area clean and well lit Cluttered workbenches and dark areas invite accidents 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 Keep bystanders children and visitors away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control Make your workshop childproof with padlocks and master switches Lock tools away when not in use 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 power tool PERSONAL SAFETY 1 KNOW your power tool Read the operator s manual carefully Learn the tool s applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool STAY ALERT watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool 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 DRESS properly DO NOT wear loose clo2. 7 Heavy Duty Wire Form Sandpaper Clamps provides secure paper retention and quick paper changes 8 The Cushion located on the bottom of the sander accepts both standard non adhesive sandpaper and pressure sensitive adhesive backed paper 9 Uses 1 4 sheet sandpaper to provide a 16 sq in sanding surface 2 sandpaper sheets included Fine and Med grit 10 Paper Punch Template for accurately making holes in sandpaper for dust collection system 11 Built in Dust Collection System Dust bag assembly with dual dust ports collects dust from work surface through holes in platen cushion and sanding sheets Use either the dust bag or attach a 11 4 or 2 2 inch vac hose and wet dry vac sold separately for dust collection Helps keep work surface and area clean and extends life of sanding sheets 12 High impact resistant housing helps protect tool from damage and reduces weight 13 Permanently lubricated 100 ball bearings for smooth operation and long life 14 Storage Carrying Case for easy carrying and storage of sander and accessories 11 DESCRIPTION cont Fig 2 On Off Rocker Switch EF Comfort Grip Handle Dust Vac Adapter with dual dust ports Paper Clamp Sandpaper PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS No load Speed Rating Input Orbit Diameter Paper Type 14000 OPM Orbits per Minute 120 Volts 60 Hz AC 2 4 Amps 1 4 sheet Non Adhesive Sandpaper and Adhesive Sandpaper 12 Ba
3. PARTS AND REPAIR CENTER OR OTHER CRAFTSMAN OUTLET IN THE UNITED STATES FOR FREE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT IS REPAIR PROVES IMPOSSIBLE This warranty does not include expendable parts such as lamps batteries bits papers or blades This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS 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 NOTE Equipment and or property damage may result if these instructions are not followed WEAR YOUR WARNING The operation of any power tool 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 Z 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 with side shield and a full face shield when needed FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over NO SIGHT eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shield available at Sears Stores or other Craftsman Outlets
4. in possible serious injury NOTE A standard 11 4 in vac hose connection fits inside the smaller diameter hole inside the dust exhaust while a standard 21 2 in vac hose connection fits inside the larger hole of the dust exhaust OPERATION Before attempting to use any tool be sure to familiarize yourself with all the operating features and safety instructions AN WARNING IF ANY PARTS ARE MISSING DO NOT OPERATE YOUR SANDER UNTIL THE MISSING PARTS ARE REPLACED FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS RULE COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY WARNING DO NOT let familiarity with your sander make you careless Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to cause severe injury ON OFF ROCKER SWITCH see Fig 8 This switch is sealed to help keep out dust for a longer life and is conveniently located near the front of the palm grip handle Start the sander by pushing in the part of the switch with the Let the motor build to its maximum speed before starting sanding operation To turn sander off push side of switch with the O APPLICATIONS Only use your sander for the applications listed below e Sanding wood surfaces with various grits of sandpaper e Removing rust from steel surfaces with special sandpaper A WARNING Due to the danger of fire DO NOT use your sander to sand magnesium surfaces DO NOT use for wet sanding NWARNING ALWAYS clamp the workpiece An unsecured workpiece c
5. into place This will securely clamp the paper to the back of the sander s cushion The sandpaper should now be positioned tightly against the cushion from front to back securely clamped in place NOTE ALWAYS be sure that both paper clamp levers are in the locked position on the platen and both paper clamps have the sandpaper securely clamped to the bottom of the cushion before starting sanding operation 14 ASSEMBLY cont NOTE Never use the sander without paper attached to the cushion This will cause damage to the cushion Installing Adhesive Backed Pressure Sensitive Sandpaper See Fig 4 ALWAYS inspect the sandpaper before installing DO NOT use if broken or defective 1 Unplug the sander N WARNING Failure to unplug the sander could result in accidental starting causing possible serious personal injury 2 If replacing adhesive backed pressure sensitive sandpaper always remove old sandpaper by peeling it off the cushion 3 If replacing non adhesive sandpaper with adhesive backed paper release paper clamps by lifting up on each paper clamp lever Then remove non adhesive sandpaper 4 Place paper clamp levers back in locked position on the slots in platen 5 CAREFULLY peel adhesive backing paper from the new 1 4 sheet of adhesive backed paper 6 Place sandpaper in position on cushion ALWAYS make sure that the front edge of the sandpaper is carefully aligned with the front edge of the cushion Then carefu
6. is left on the cushion for an extended period of time after use the adhesive will set up and make the sandpaper difficult to remove The sandpaper may tear when removing it If this happens it makes it difficult to clean the cushion for the next piece of sandpaper NOTE If you do forget to remove the sandpaper after sanding run your sander for a few minutes to soften the adhesive backing before you try to remove the sandpaper 22 MAINTENANCE Z WARNING To ensure safety and reliability repairs maintenance and adjustments MUST be performed by a qualified service technician at a Sears Service Center Z WARNING For your safety ALWAYS turn off switch and unplug sander from the power source before performing any maintenance or cleaning It has been found that electric tools are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure when they are used to work on fiber glass boats and sports cars wallboard spackling compounds or plaster The chips and grindings from these materials are highly abrasive to electrical tool parts such as bearings brushes commutators etc Consequently it is not recommended that this tool be used for extended work on any fiberglass material wallboard spackling compound or plaster During any use on these materials it is extremely important that the tool is cleaned frequently by blowing with an air jet Z WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields d
7. next to the armature Make sure the curvature of the end of the brushes matches the curvature of the armature and that the brushes move freely in brush holder assemblies 7 Reassemble the top cap with the 3 screws and do not overtighten Carbon Brush Brush Holder Assemblies 24 25 gt N SEQ pu A 00 V000S000OZ0Sdd CG ULUN OD Burellloso vexe Pu O 00 VWO00rZ00800 L00Z2 Sr Buisnou 4 iH 00 V000Fr000OZ 0Sddg rr 00 V000S000Vr0SddlG Lo leqe parey 00 V000Z0000Z0Sddz Ep Pout 00 Y0002000020SddZ oz eq sna 00 vO0000lSDr0Sadz ZY x aneuy 00 Y000z200z96YL0Z 61 poq Beq snq 00 V000Z20L SOr0S3dg Lv Buu jooid ysnq 00 V000G000Z00 L00Z2 8L zz 09 Buute q jeg 00 V0009000008AA00c ZL AQIS Puye g 0O VOOOE000Z00L00Z 94 L JOH 00 Y000000Z020SddzZ 04 9PZYNM DS 00 YO00rEO00O0rMOOZ SL Ce AweOY 00 V000 80C 0V20Sdd YL leld uinuuluinie 00 V000S0808c0Sd lt I L 00 VWOO0000ZVc0Sdde cOl wod ysnq_ 00 V000L 00SOr0S3d Or Beg 101981109 Isnq_ 00 V000000SDr0S3dz GOL BuIM JEU OO VOO06Z 108201002 6E 4D OMOd 00 Y00000020r0S3dZ 8E L AwURID PIOD 00 V000S000020100 LE PuUISNOH 00 WOOOE0000r0SAdz 9 0009 Buneeq eg 00 YOOO0E0000S8MOOZ Ge IdSS d 00 V000L1009Dr0S3d ve BXGEI M S 00 VOOOGO0000PM00Z E U9HAS 00 VWOO0S9ZOZOOMONZ ce 4QAOD YAMS 00 V00026000V20S3d Le GGXZ PIN M IOS 00 VWOOOZSO000PM00Z o JOIS 00 V0001 8
8. or ours Your Home For expert troubleshooting and home solutions advice manage my home www managemyhome com For repair in your home of all major brand appliances lawn and garden equipment or heating and cooling systems no matter who made it no matter who sold it For the replacement parts accessories and owner s manuals that you need to do it yourself For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like garage door openers and water heaters 1 800 4 MY HOME Call anytime day or night 1 800 469 4663 U S A and Canada www sears com www sSears ca Our Home For repair of carry in items like vacuums lawn equipment and electronics call anytime for the location of the nearest Sears Parts amp Repair Service Center 1 800 488 1222 U S A 1 800 469 4663 Canada www sears com www sears ca To purchase a protection agreement on a product serviced by Sears 1 800 827 6655 USA 1 800 361 6665 Canada Para pedir servicio de reparaci n Au Canada pour service en francais a domicilio y para ordenar piezas 1 800 LE FOYER lt 1 888 SU HOGAR 1 800 533 6937 1 888 784 6427 www sears ca Sears Brands LLC Registered Trademark Trademark SM Service Mark of Sears Brands LLC Marca Registrada Marca de Fabrica SM Marca de Servicio de Sears Brands LLC MC Marque de commerce MP Marque d pos e de Sears Brands LLC
9. should any electrical component fail to perform properly SHUT OFF the power switch and remove the tool s 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 a Sears Service 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 POWER SANDERS 1 HOLD TOOL by insulated gripping surfaces when sanding where tool may contact hidden wiring such as walls floors or its own power cord Contact with a live wire will make exposed metals parts of the tool live and shock the operator 2 INSPECT FOR AND REMOVE all nails screws staples or any embedded pieces of metal from surface to be sanded These protrusions could damage the sandpaper the cushion of the sander and cause loss of control Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury and damage to the sander 3 NEVER use this or any power sander for wet sanding or liquid polishing Failure to follow this rule will increase the risk of electric shock 4 ALWAYS clamp the workpiece securely so it will not move under the sander Unsecured work could be thrown towards
10. the operator causing injury 5 DO NOT force the sander The weight of the sander supplies adequate pressure Let the sander and the grit on the sandpaper do the work 6 DO NOT sand in any one place for too long The sander s rapid action may remove too much material and make the surface uneven SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont Z 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 Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paints e Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products 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 e 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
11. 000S6V L0Z 6z g 00 VO00L00EOrOSAdz2 8z WUSEJOIS 00 Y000000 LOZ0SddZ YOL r dan09 dOL 00 Y0009000020SddZ ZZ qe pueg 00 Y000L000020SddZ 9 _ Busnoul 1 00 V0006000OZ0Sdd Ge Buujooidlisnq 00 YOOOLZZOVZOSddZ v2 ysmquoq 00 WO006110E00L002 ELXC VIN A9419S 0O VWOOOZEQOOOVMO0c oo Quiess Jepjoy ysn g 00 V0006S LOvVOOLOOE Ajquiessy pieog Aweo4 9 XPNM DS 00 V0006S0000 AA00 gl r SEM 00 YO006000Vr0SddzZ LL FRI SeG 00 VOOOZOEOVZOSddZ OL L uduaqqny 00 WOO0 000600L002 6 Po de IM 00 WOOOZLEOWZOSddz2 Po du 00 WOOOL LEOWZOSdd2 90 q UOISSAJGWO4D 00 VOOOVOEOV cOSdde 9XS IlN M S 00 V000rt00000rFAA00c Bul JooldiiV 00 V000LOES0VZOSddz L009 buuesg jeg 00 VO00ZE00008M00Z 9le G9 oS 00 V0000008 OZ0Sdd NI CO OO SF LO O NI CO Op r Ir ye I IN Ie r N ee re er Or de ee ec QU AY rep N GN GJ N ee pre prep epee ee pcp cc il N 100 JNOA JO 9dIAJOS pue sped Hunsenbes u ym JEquNuU j pow y uolju9u SAPA V JOURS ped 1989usS du JO e d uueu y UO PUNO aq lim 1 quunu j pow Uu OZ9Z c cZl YAGINNN 1SGOIN 1 pues Ped 1994S f mamakuka 100 JNOA JO 9IA19S pue syed Bulls nb i u ym J quinu j pow y UOIJUBW Shem 0292 LL YAEINNN 1SCOWN ISIT SLHYd JEPURS Ped 1894S y JO ejd weu y uo punoj q m Jequinu j pow y J PULS Ped 199US p L Get it fixed at your home
12. Failure to unplug the sander could result in accidental starting causing possible serious personal injury Installing Non Adhesive Sandpaper See Figs 3 3a and 3b oO N P on N 9 NOTE Remove dust bag assembly when installing non adhesive and or pressure sensitive adhesive backed paper ALWAYS remember to reattach the dust bag assembly before beginning sanding operation see pages 17 Fig 6 Move lever down to raise Ate Paper Goes Raise lever up Under Clamp to clamp paper If replacing sandpaper remove old sandpaper Two paper clamp levers are located on each side of the sander and are locked into a slot on top of the platen see Fig 3 Raise these two levers UP and disengage them from the slots in the platen This will release the tension on the paper clamps located at the front and back of the sander that hold the paper in position on the cushion see Fig 3a Remove old paper Insert front end of a new sheet of paper approximately 1 2 inch under the front paper clamp see Fig 3b Lift up on the lever that controls the front paper clamp and lock it back into the slot on the platen This will securely clamp the paper to the front of the sander s cushion Smooth out the sheet of paper by pressing it tightly against the bottom of the cushion front to back Insert back end of paper into back paper clamp fit sandpaper as tightly as possible and lift up on paper clamp lever to lock
13. ING Operaties aeee E a E E E Pages 19 22 and CAUTION BEFORE using this tool Failure to follow all instructions Man enan aaa Pages 23 24 ied DE GW may Tee ult IN Electi STOCK Nre andor Serious personatinjury PCCESS Oi Coys cavutaviconacnciotatunesdnasesvancansbangieninenecadaneotatiedphareatatanaeatinaestetans Page 25 SYMBOL MEANING L i uuu 2 xu uum mu 2222 Pages 26 27 Sears Repair Parts Phone Numbers Back Cover SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates DANGER WARNING OR CAUTION May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs Failure to obey this safety warning WILL result in death or A DANGER serious injury to yourself or to others Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury A WARNING 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 A CAUTION 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 ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL TOOL If this Craftsman Professional Tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase RETURN IT TO ANY SEARS STORE OR
14. Operator s Manual CRAFTSMAN 2 4 Amp 1 4 Sheet Finishing Sander Model No 172 27670 3025736 Certified to CAN CSA C22 2 No 745 1 745 2 4 Conforms to UL STD 745 1 745 2 4 Double Insulated e WARRANTY CAUTION Read understand and follow e SAFETY all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions e UNPACKING in this manual before using this product e DESCRIPTION e ASSEMBLY Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A e OPERATION Visit our Craftsman website www sears com craftsman e MAINTENANCE TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SYMBOLS The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers VII qI yu E seuss E E E E a 5 E The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful Safety SyrmbDbo0 8 uu u 222 ss esuuskusaashkawQayasaahayakaqassusaaqayqna kasa s a I PQAge S attention and understanding The symbol warnings DO NOT by themselves _ eliminate any danger The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes Safety Instructions sss PAES 4 10 for proper accident prevention measures Unpacking Page 10 l o eE Pages 11 12 P 3 Z WARNING BE SURE to read and understand all safety instructions in Assembly TC oT tee ee waya ee a ara ce ec cer rr et te eae Tce i Pages 13 18 this manual including all safety alert symbols such as DANGER WARN
15. UCTIONS cont ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION cont 8 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool If someone borrows this tool make sure they have these instructions also UNPACKING A WARNING This power tool should NEVER be connected to the power source when you are assembling parts making adjustments installing or removing sandpaper cleaning or when it is not in use Disconnecting the sander will prevent accidental starting which could cause serious personal injury Remove the sander from the storage carry case and inspect it carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage has occurred during shipping Do not discard any of the packing materials until all parts are accounted for Included with your sander is a dust bag assembly with vac adapter 2 sheets of sandpaper are included one fine grit and one medium grit Also included is a paper punch template If any of the parts are damaged or missing refer to PARTS LIST below return the sander to your nearest Sears store or Craftsman outlet to have the sander replaced O OI Ww PP Z WARNING If any parts are missing DO NOT operate this power tool until the missing parts are replaced Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury PARTS LIST Fig 1 1 Sander 2 Dust Bag Assembly 3 Vac Adapter with dual 5 Paper Punch Templat
16. VOID 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 Sears Service Center BE SURE to stay constantly aware of the cord location and keep it well away from moving parts 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 a drop in line voltage resulting in a loss of power and overheating of tool For this tool an AWG American Wire Gauge size of a 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 outdoor
17. are caused by poorly maintained tools 10 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 Z WARNING Empty dust bag before storage to help prevent possible fire hazard especially when resin coating or linseed oil finishes have been sanded ELECTRICAL SAFETY Z WARNING Do not permit fingers to touch the terminals of plug when installing or removing the plug from the outlet Cover of Grounded 1 Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized Outlet Box 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 a polarized outlet Do not change the plug in any way 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont ELECTRICAL SAFETY 2 Double insulation O eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system Applicable only to Class Il double insulated tools This tool is a double insulated tool Z WARNING Double insulation DOES NOT take the place of normal safety precautions when operating this tool 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 A
18. d or serious personal injury 1 Know your power tool Read operator s manual carefully Learn the applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock fire or serious injury 2 ALWAYS wear safety glasses or eye shields when using this tool 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 your hearing Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use Under some conditions noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss 5 ALL VISITORS AND BYSTANDERS MUST wear the same safety equipment that the operator of the tool wears 6 INSPECT the tool cords periodically and if damaged have them repaired at your nearest Sears Service Center ALWAYS BE AWARE of the cord location 7 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 it will 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 9 DESCRIPTION KNOW YOUR FINISHING SANDER Fig 2 SAFETY INSTR
19. e dust ports 6 Storage Carry Case 10 7 Operator s Manual NOTE Before attempting to use your sander familiarize yourself with all of the operating features and safety requirements Your Professional 1 4 sheet finishing sander has a precision built electric motor and it should be connected to a 120 volt 60 Hz AC ONLY power supply normal household current DO NOT operate on direct current DC The large voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat If the sander does not operate when plugged into correct 120 volt 60 Hz AC ONLY outlet check the power supply This sander has a 10 ft 2 wire power cord no adapter needed This Finishing Sander has the following features 1 Powerful 2 4 amp permanent magnet motor provides the torque power and durability for a variety of continuous sanding applications 2 14 000 Orbits per minute no load speed Match correct sandpaper grit for the surface being sanded for either fast material removal or a fine smooth finish 3 Random orbital action with 1 16 in orbit diameter helps to provide a swirl free finish 4 Ergonomically designed Palm Grip Handle with Molded in Comfort Grip for maximum balance control gripping comfort and reduced operator fatigue 5 Precision tuned counterbalanced system reduces vibration for smooth operation and less operator fatigue 6 On Off rocker is conveniently located for easy control Sealed to keep out dust for long life
20. either side of vac adapter dust bag assembly and squeeze Pull assembly straight back and off of dust exhaust hole see Fig 6 3 Turn dust bag assembly counterclockwise embossed arrows show unlock and lock rotation and remove bag from vac adapter see Fig 6a 6b Dust Bag Assembly CRAFTSMAN Vac Adapter with Dual Dust Ports Fig 6b Orient Paper Punch as shown Dust Bag Assembly Vac Adapter with Dual Dust Ports Clockwise for ON Vac Adapter with Dual Dust DUST BAG DUST COLLECTION Ports Z WARNING Collected sanding dust from sanding surface coatings polyurethane linseed oil etc can self ignite in sander dust bag or elsewhere and cause fire To reduce risk empty dust bag frequently and strictly follow sander manual and coating manufacturer s instructions 4 Empty bag by shaking aggressively until completely empty Wipe dust and debris from the vac adapter 5 Reattach the bag assembly back onto the vac adapter and reattach back onto the sander A WARNING When working on metal surfaces DO NOT use the dust bag or NOTE Empty dust bag frequently so dust collection system works properly a vacuum cleaner because sparks are generated Wear safety glasses and a dust mask Due to the danger of fire do not use your sander to sand magnesium surfaces Do not use for wet sanding Z WARNING Empty dust bag before storage to help prevent possible fire hazard especial
21. ent possible fire hazard especially when resin coating or linseed oil finishes have been sanded NOTE Empty dust bag frequently when sanding so dust collection system works properly ORBITAL MOTION Fig 10 As shown in Figure 10 the orbit of the sander is 1 16 in in diameter so the sandpaper moves in tiny circles at very high speed allowing the sander to move easily This orbital action duplicates a hand sanding motion for more aggressive sanding as you push the sander forward This powerful orbital action is ideal for heavy duty sanding applications such as 1 Removing old finishes 3 Sanding stock down to required dimensions 2 Smoothing rough wood 4 Finishing surfaces that are to be painted 1 16 in Orbital Diameter 21 OPERATION cont FLUSH SANDING See Fig 11 Your sander will allow you to flush sand corners You can use the front and sides of your sander for flush sanding DO NOT use the rear of the sander for flush sanding ALWAYS remove the sander from the workpiece before turning it off Fig 11 REMOVE PRESSURE SENSITIVE SANDPAPER BEFORE STORAGE DO NOT store your sander with pressure sensitive sandpaper still attached The heat generated by sanding causes the pressure sensitive adhesive to flow and form a tight bond between the cushion and the sandpaper ALWAYS remove the sandpaper soon after you have finished sanding to avoid adhesive set up When sandpaper
22. g Assembly ASSEMBLY A WARNING Your sander should NEVER be connected to the power source when you are assembling parts making adjustments installing or removing sandpaper cleaning or when it is not in use Disconnecting the sander will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury INSTALLING THE SANDPAPER See Figs 3 3a 3b on page 14 and Fig 4 on page 15 This sander has a cushion that allows you to use either non adhesive sandpaper or pressure sensitive adhesive backed sandpaper The non adhesive sandpaper clamps to the front and back of the platen and cushion Adhesive backed sandpaper is applied directly onto the cushion This sander has a dust collection system that collects dust from the work surface through holes located in the platen and cushion on the bottom of the sander A paper punch template is included for accurately punching holes into the 1 4 sheet sandpaper NOTE Holes must be punched into the paper for the dust collection system to work properly See instructions on page 16 to punch holes Installing Non Adhesive Sandpaper See Figs 3 3a and 3b A D i Paper Goes Paper A SS Under Clamp Goes w Baper Under N Clamp Cushion Clamp Platen Platen Non Adhe Slot Sandpaper Paper Clamp Lever 13 ASSEMBLY cont ALWAYS inspect the sandpaper before installing DO NOT use if broken or defective 1 Unplug the sander N WARNING
23. lly press the sticky side of the sandpaper onto the cushion NOTE The sandpaper MUST be aligned with the front edge of the cushion in order for the sander to properly function when flush sanding NOTE We recommend that you clean the cushion occasionally by brushing it gently with a small brush or wiping it with a soft damp cloth Dust build up on the cushion will cause the sandpaper to not stick properly lt lt lt l Make sure front edge is aligned Cushion Adhesive backed pressure sensitive sandpaper Remove backing paper and apply directly to cushion ASSEMBLY cont TO REMOVE AND EMPTY DUST BAG Fig 6 6a and 6b 1 Unplug the sander ASSEMBLY cont PAPER PUNCH See Fig 5 A paper punch template is included with sander so you can punch properly aligned holes into the sandpaper This is done after the paper is installed onto the sander To punch holes line up the front and side of the sander over the paper punch template as shown in Fig 5 then lower the sander onto the template while applying pressure Make sure the holes are punched all the way through the paper and clear the holes in the sander s cushion and platen NOTE Punching holes properly is a necessary step for the dust collection system to operate properly Fig 5 N WARNING Failure to unplug the sander could result in accidental starting causing possible serious personal injury 2 Locate 2 tab connectors on
24. ly when resin coating or linseed oil finishes have been sanded 16 ASSEMBLY cont NOTE For more efficient operation we recommend that you empty the dust bag when it is no more than half full This will allow the air to flow through the bag better ALWAYS empty and clean the dust bag thoroughly when you ve finished sanding and before you store the sander ATTACHING VAC HOSE TO THE DUST COLLECTION SYSTEM See Fig 7 7a and 7b When sanding for extended periods of time you can easily attach your sander to a vac hose and wet dry vac sold separately 1 Unplug the sander WARNING Failure to unplug the sander could result in accidental starting causing possible serious personal injury 2 Remove dust bag assembly from the vac adapter see page 17 Fig 6a and 6b 3 Connect vac adapter with dual dust ports to dust exhaust hole of sander see Fig 7 4 Attach either a 11 4 or 2 2 in vac hose onto the vac adapter s dual dust ports see Fig 7a and 7b maine M gt Connect cere hose adapter to exhaust hole of sander Connect 2 V2 in hose Connect 11 4 in hose A 5 Connect hose to wet dry vac Turn vac on while operating sander N WARNING When sander is not connected to vacuum always install dust bag back on sander Failure to do so could cause sanding dust or foreign objects to be thrown into the face or eyes which could result
25. m properly DO NOT sand in one spot for too long a time because the sander s rapid action may remove too much material and make the surface uneven ELECTING THE RIGHT SANDPAPER electing the correct grit and type of sandpaper is an extremely important decision that will allow you to achieve the best quality sanding finish 1 2 3 Aluminum oxide silicon carbide and other synthetic abrasives are best for power sanding Natural abrasives such as flint and garnet are too soft for economical use in power sanding Coarse grit will remove the most material and finer grit will give you the best finish in all sanding operations 20 OPERATION cont SELECTING THE RIGHT SANDPAPER cont 4 The condition of the surface to be sanded will determine which grit will do the job 5 If the surface is rough e Start with a coarse grit and sand until the surface is uniform e Then use medium to remove any scratches left by the coarse grit e Then use a finer grit for finishing the surface NOTE ALWAYS continue sanding with each grit until the surface is uniform NOTE DO NOT use the sander without sandpaper This will damage the cushion WARNING DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry when operating sander They could get caught in moving parts causing serious injury Keep head away from sander and sanding area Hair could be drawn into sander causing serious injury WARNING Empty dust bag before storage to help prev
26. ool might be dangerous and could result in serious injury Sears and other Craftsman outlets offer a selection of Craftsman Professional Random Orbit Sander accessories designed for all your sanding applications Z WARNING Failure to unplug the sander could result in accidental starting causing possible serious personal injury 1 4 Sheet Sandpaper in Very Fine Fine Medium and Coarse Grit available in 2 Remove 3 screws from top cover non adhesive and adhesive backed of sander and remove top cover see Fig 12 3 Locate the 2 Carbon Brush Brush Holder Assemblies see Fig 11a They are connected to red wire lead terminals and are in position on each side of the armature Visit your local Sears store or other Craftsman outlets or shop sears com craftsman for all of the accessories for your random orbital sander 4 Carefully lift these 2 assemblies see Fig 12a and 11b out of their positions NOTE Remember how they are positioned so that you can put them back in position correctly 5 Check the ends of the carbon brushes see Fig 12b for wear If either brush has less than 1 4 in length of carbon remaining replace both DO NOT REPLACE ONE SIDE WITHOUT REPLACING THE OTHER 6 To replace assemblies disconnect Fig 12a Armature the red wire lead terminals from the assemblies see Fig 12c attach new assemblies to the lead terminals and place the assemblies back into their original positions
27. ot offer this protection See your local hardware dealer for the proper NIOSH approved mask e NO EATING DRINKING OR SMOKING should be done in the work area to prevent ingesting contaminated paint particles Workers should wash and clean up BEFORE eating drinking or smoking Articles of food drink or smoking should NOT be left in the work area where contaminated dust would settle on them Paint should be removed in such a manner as to minimize the amount of dust generated e Areas where paint removal is occurring should be sealed with plastic sheeting of 4 mils thickness Sanding should be done in a manner to reduce tracking of paint dust outside the work area e All surfaces in the work area should be vacuumed and thoroughly cleaned daily for the duration of the sanding project Vacuum filter bags should be changed frequently Plastic drop cloths should be gathered up and disposed of along with any dust chips or other removal debris They should be placed in sealed refuse receptacles and disposed of through regular trash pick up procedures During clean up children and pregnant women should be KEPT AWAY from the immediate work area e All toys washable furniture and utensils used by children should be washed thoroughly before being used again ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Z WARNING BE SURE to read and understand all instructions Failure to fllow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire an
28. ould be thrown towards the operator causing serious injury USING YOUR SANDER See Fig 9 on page 20 ALWAYS clamp and secure the workpiece to prevent it from moving under sander ALWAYS hold your sander in front and away from you keeping it clear of the workpiece Start the sander and let the motor build to its maximum speed Gradually lower the sander onto the workpiece with a slight forward movement Move the sander slowly guiding it in a forward and backward motion ALWAYS remove the sander from the workpiece before turning it off a fey Ss 19 OPERATION cont N CAUTION when gripping the sander during use ALWAYS be careful not Fig 9 S 1 S S to cover the air vents with your hands see Fig 9 Air Vents ANDING TIPS DO NOT force the sander The weight of the sander supplies adequate pressure on the workpiece Let the sander and the sandpaper s grit do the work e Applying additional pressure will only slow down the motor wear the sandpaper out faster and reduce the sander s orbital speed e Excessive pressure will overload the motor and cause possible damage to the sander from the motor overheating e Excessive pressure will also result in a poor quality finish Any existing finish or resin on wood may soften from the heat of the friction and cause the sandpaper to load up faster Inspect sandpaper frequently and change paper when grit is worn and not able to perfor
29. re and support the workpiece to a stable platform Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control 2 DO NOT force the tool Use the correct tool for your application The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed 3 DO NOT use the tool if switch does not turn it On or Off Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired 4 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 STORE idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users 6 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 7 Keep sandpaper clean remove excess build up of dust and debris Replace sandpaper when worn this will provide better sanding results 8 Punch holes in sandpaper with template included Keep holes in sandpaper cushion and platen clear of dust and debris so the dust collection system works properly 9 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
30. respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure Direct particles away from face and body Z WARNING Collected sanding dust from sanding surface coatings polyurethane linseed oil etc can self ignite in sander dust bag or elsewhere and cause fire To reduce risk empty dust bag frequently and strictly follow sander manual and coating manufacturer s instructions Z CAUTION When working on metal surfaces DO NOT use the dust bag or a vacuum cleaner because sparks are generated Wear safety glasses and a dust mask Due to the danger of fire do not use your sander to sand magnesium surfaces Do not use for wet sanding SANDING PAINTS SANDING LEAD BASED PAINT is NOT RECOMMENDED due to the difficulty of controlling the contaminated dust The greatest danger of lead poisoning is to children and pregnant women Since it is difficult to identify whether or not a paint contains lead without a chemical analysis we recommend the following precautions when sanding any paint e NO children or pregnant women should enter the work area where the paint sanding is being done until all clean up is completed e A dust mask or respirator should be worn by all persons entering the work area The filter should be replaced daily or whenever if the wearer has difficulty breathing SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont NOTE Only those dust masks suitable for working with lead paint dust and fumes should be used Ordinary painting masks do n
31. s use an outdoor extension cord marked W A or W These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock Z 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 Z 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 INSTRUCTIONS cont SAFETY SYMBOLS FOR YOUR TOOL The label on your tool may include the following symbols Vosa ace Pens ported m us Volts J np ns S n ni Amps 2 E E u Lus mua u um Hertz I 2 snn us ce oa ee eee eee Watts UMN uu E unu kE una asi ga Minutes E T ss ss sa alot AE eon ek Alternating current Ss deen E a guna E E Direct current lo nn E E S aiaemsseenen No load speed TE PNA EE E E A EL E E E E ss Class Il construction Double Insulated RPM Revolutions per minute SPM Strokes per minute OPM Orbits per minute Juss s n T E Indicates danger warning or caution It means attention Your safety is involved SERVICE SAFETY 1 H any part of this tool is missing or should break bend or fail in any way or
32. thing 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 REMOVE adjusting keys or blade wrenches before turning a tool ON A wrench that is left attached to a rotating part of a tool may result in personal injury Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations ALWAYS SECURE YOUR WORK Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical It is safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool USE SAFETY EQUIPMENT Always wear eye protection Dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY WARNING BE SURE to read and understand all instructions before operating this power tool Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury ALWAYS use clamps or other practical ways to secu
33. uring power tool operations or when blowing dust If operation is dusty also wear a dust mask ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Z WARNING DO NOT at any time let brake fluids gasoline petroleum based products penetrating oils etc come in contact with plastic parts Chemicals can damage weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury Periodic maintenance allows for long life and trouble free operation A cleaning and maintenance schedule should be maintained As a common preventive maintenance practice follow these recommended steps Z WARNING For your safety ALWAYS turn off switch and unplug sander from the power source before performing any maintenance or cleaning 1 When work has been completed clean the tool to allow smooth functioning of the tool over time Clean the tool with compressed air 2 Use clean damp cloths to wipe the tool 3 Keep the motor air openings free from oil grease and sawdust or woodchips and store tool in a dry place LUBRICATION Your Craftsman Professional Pad Sander has been properly lubricated and is ready to use No further lubrication is needed under normal operating conditions All bearings in the sander are lubricated for the life of the tool 23 MAINTENANCE cont BRUSH REPLACEMENT see Fig 12 12a 12b and 12c 1 Unplug the sander ACCESSORIES Z WARNING The use of attachments or accessories that are not recommended for this t
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search