Warranty......................................... 2
Safety Rules ...................................... 2
Unpacking ....................................... 3
Assembly ...................................... 3-4
Installation ...................................... 4-5
Operation ...................................... 5-9
Maintenance .................................. 10-11
Troubleshooting .................................. 12
Parts Illustration and List ........................ 14-19
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN
DRUM SANDER
If this product failsdue to a defect in material or workmanship
within one year from the date of purchase, Sears will at its
option repair or replace it free of charge. Contact your nearest
Sears Service Center (1-80O-4-MY-HOME) to arrange for
product repair, or return this product to place of purchase for
replacement.
If this product is used for commercial or rental purposes, this
warranty will apply for 90 days from the date of purchase.
This warranty applies only while this product is used in the
United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other dghts which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co,, Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates,
IL 60179
WARNING: For your own safety, read all of the instructions
and precautions before operating tool,
CAUTION: Always followproper operating proceduresas
defined in this manual even if you are familiar with use of this
or similartools. Remember that being caraleesfor even a
fraction of a second can result in severe personal injury.
BE PREPARED FOR JOB
• Wear proper apparel. Do not wear looseclothing, gloves,
neckties, rings, bracelets or other jewelry which may get
caught in moving parts of machine.
• Wear protective haircovering to contain long hair.
• Wear safety shoes with non-slipsoles.
• Wear safety glasses complyingwith United States ANSI
Z87.1. Everyday glasses have only impactresistant lenses.
They are NOT safety glasses.
• Wear face mask or dust mask if operationisdusty.
• Be alert and thinkcieady. Never operate power toolswhen
tired, intoxicatedor when taking medicationsthat cause
drowsiness.
PREPARE WORK AREA FOR JOB
• Keep work area clean. Cluttered work areas inviteaccidents.
• Do not use power tools in dangerous environments,Do not
use power tools in damp or wet locations.Do not expose
power tools to rain.
• Work area should be properly lighted.
• Proper electrical receptacle should be available for tool.
Three prong plug should be plugged directly into properly
grounded, three-prong receptacle.
• Extension cords should have a grounding prong and the three
wires of theextensioncord shouldbe of the correctgauge.
• Keep visitorsat a safe distance from work area.
• Keep childrenout of workplace. Make workshop childproof.
Use padlocks, master switches or remove switch keysto
prevent any unintentionaluse of power tools.
TOOL SHOULD BE MAINTAINED
• Always unplug tool prior to inspection.
• Consult manual for specificmaintaining and adjusting
procedures.
• Keep tool lubricated and clean for safest operation.
• Remove adjusting tools. Form habit of checking to see that
adjustingtools are removed before switching machine on.
• Keep all parts in working order. Check to determine that the
guard or other parts will operate properly and perform their
intended function.
• Check for damaged parts. Check for alignment of moving
parts, binding, breakage, mounting and any other condition
that may affect a tool's operation.
• A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced. Do not perform makeshift repairs.
(Use parts list provided to order replacement parts.)
KNOW HOWTO USETOOL
• Use right tool for job. Do not force tool or attachment to do
a job for which itwas not designed.
• Disconnecttool when changing belt.
• Avoid accidental start-up.Make sure that the tool is in the
"OFF" positionbefore pluggingin.
• Do notforce tool.It will work mostefficiently at the rate for
which it was designed.
• Keep hands away from moving parts and sanding surfaces.
• Never leave tool runningunattended.Turn the power off
and do not leave tool untilit comes to a complete stop.
• Do not overreach. Keep properfooting and balance.
• Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occurif tool is
tipped or if belt is unintentionallycontacted.
• Know your tool. Learn the tool'soperation, applicationand
specificlimitations.
• Use of improperaccessoriesmay cause risk of injuryto
persons.
• Handle the work,piece correctly.Protect hands from possi-
ble injury.
CAUTION: Think safety! Safety is a combination of operator
common sense and alertness at all times when tool is being
used.
WARNING: Do not attempt to operate tool untilit is com-
pletely assembled according to the instructions.
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