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Page 1: ...lunge Base Model No 320 27680 WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the Operator s manual before using this product c us WARRANTY SAFETY UNPACKING DESCRIPTION OPERATION MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING ESPANOL Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A www craftsman com ...

Page 2: ...overage details to obtain free replacement visit the web site www craftsman com This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 A WARNING Some dust created by using power tools contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other re ...

Page 3: ...situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicates an hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury Damage Prevention and Information Messages These inform the user of important 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 NO...

Page 4: ... use in damp locations To reduce the risk of injury user must Read The Operator s Manual read and understand operator s manual before using this product O Always wear safety goggles or safety Eye Protection glasses with side shields and a full face shield when operating this product Alert Precautions that involve Safety your safety No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the blade wil...

Page 5: ...use you to lose control ELECTRICAL SAFETY Power tool plugs must match the outlet Never modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed grounded power tools Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if ...

Page 6: ... will reduce personal injuries Prevent unintentional starting Ensure that the switch is in the OFF position before connecting to a power source and or battery picking up or carrying the tool Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on A wrench or a key lef...

Page 7: ...e instructions taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation A_ WARNING When using power tools basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury WARNING The operation of any tool can result in foreign objec...

Page 8: ...nts will not be accurate Do not hand hold the router in an upside down or horizontal position The motor can separate from the base if it is not properly attached according to the instructions Tighten the collet nut securely to prevent the cutter bit from slipping If the collets nut is not securely tightened the cutter bit may detach during use causing serious personal injury Never tighten collets ...

Page 9: ...ury If using a router table large bits should be used for edging only Be sure that the cutter bit is centered in a template guide sold separately prior to template guide applications to avoid personal injury or damage to finished work Do not remove more than 1 8 inch in a single pass Excessive depth of cut can result in loss of control that could result in personal injury After completing a cut tu...

Page 10: ...nut is already installed on the router 2 screws for attaching the vacuum ports to plunge and fixed base Collet Nut wrench 2 Chip shields one each for the plunge and fixed bases Edge guide Depth adjustment wrench Carry case Manual 3 Inspect the items carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage has occurred during shipping If any of the items mentioned is missing refer to Carton Contents illus...

Page 11: ...m Port for Plunge Base Vacuum Port for Fixed Base 2 Chip Shields 2 Thumb Screws for attaching port to plunge base 1 4 in Collet Nut Edge Guide Depth Adjustment Wrench Collet Nut Wrench 27683 ManuaLRevised_11 0120 Page 11 ...

Page 12: ... when plugged into a correct 120 volt 60 Hz AC only outlet check the power supply This router has an 10 ft 2 wire power cord no adapter needed Fig 1 Router Motor Top Cap Variable Speed Micro Adjust Live Tool Indicator Light Dial ment Dial Switch Power Outlet Edge Guide p Locking Knob i Spindle Lock Collet Nut Depth Rod ust Knob lear Plastic Chip Shield Edge Guide Mounting Slot Vacuum Port Handle w...

Page 13: ...are attempting Before use of this product familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules The Router Combo has the following features 1 14 0 Amp 2 1 2 Peak HP Variable Speed Motor runs at 10 000 to 25 000 RPM no load speed 2 Variable Speed Dial for matching the speed to the material and cutter bit size 3 Electronic Feedback Circuitry provides soft starts for longer motor life and...

Page 14: ...a cutter diameter larger than 1 1 4 inch with the included sub bases as it will not pass through the sub base opening 14 Motor Housing constructed of Precision Milled Cast Aluminum for strength and exact fit into bases 15 High impact Resistant Motor Housing Top Cap and Handles on bases help protect tool from damage 16 Heavy duty Edge Guide for most routing applications such as decorative edging gr...

Page 15: ...rger than 1 1 4 inches with the sub bases that are supplied with this router A larger cutter bit will not fit through the sub base opening will cause damage to the sub base and the motor and could cause serious personal injury to the operator NOTICE The sub bases included with this router have openings of 1 1 4 inches To use cutter bits with larger diameters use sub bases with larger openings sold...

Page 16: ...the cutter bit from slipping If the collet nut is not securely tightened the cutter bit may detach during use causing serious personal injury NOTICE To prevent damage to the tool do not tighten the collet nut without a cutter bit installed Removing the Cutter Bit from Fixed Base 1 Turn the motor off and unplug the router from the power source Collet Nut Spindle Lock Fig 4 _ w_ Cutters _X_j Bit Sha...

Page 17: ...ned the cutter bit may detach during use causing serious personal injury NOTICE To prevent damage to the tool do not tighten the collet nut without a cutter bit installed Removing the Cutter Bit from Plunge Base 1 Turn the router motor off and unplug the router from the power source 2 Remove the router motor from the base 3 Place the router motor upside down on its top cap with the collet nut poin...

Page 18: ...eter Be sure when sharpening the end of a cutter bit to grind the clearance angle is the same as originally ground INSTALLING THE ROUTER MOTOR IN THE BASES _ WARNING Never use the router motor without installing it into either an approved fixed or plunge base Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury and damage to motor _ WARNING Always turn the motor off and unplug the router from ...

Page 19: ...ter could result in accidental starting which can cause serious personal injury 1 Turn the motor off and unplug the router from the power source 2 Place the router fixed base and motor housing on a fiat surface 3 With the back of the router facing you open the motor clamp A 4 Push in the coarse adjustment knob B to release the router motor housing slot C from the pin D in the base while you lift m...

Page 20: ...TH ADJUSTMENT WITH FIXED BASE Figs 6 and 7 NOTICE All depth adjustments on the fixed base must be made with the motor clamp open NOTICE For all fixed base routers the cutter bit depth equals the amount of the cutter that is exposed below the surface of the sub base The fixed base is designed with a micrometer fine adjustment system When the bit is lowered to the approximate position desired coarse...

Page 21: ...is aligned with the T mark on the base 5 Release the coarse adjustment knob making sure that the 0 remains aligned with the mark 6 Place the router on two level scrap workpieces and position it so that the cutter bit can be lowered below the sub base Fig 7 7 Turn the fine adjustment dial C clockwise to lower the bit to the desired depth of cut Turn the dial counterclockwise to raise the cutter bit...

Page 22: ...sition is zero 0 the point from which further depth adjustments can be made To set a desired depth of cut rotate the depth stop turret until the lowest step of the turret A is aligned directly under the depth stop rod B Fig 9 Loosen the depth rod locking knob C and lower the depth stop rod until it contacts the lowest step on the turret 7 8 27683 ManuaLRevised_11 0120 D C B A Slide the clear plast...

Page 23: ...o adjustment knob A that turns a screw B inside the rod either clockwise or counterclockwise to lower or raise the depth stop rod on the turret C for micro fine adjustments of the plunge depth Each complete revolution of the Micro adjustment knob adjusts the plunging depth by approximately 1 32 inch A reference indicator line is embossed into the depth stop rod under the fine adjustment knob to se...

Page 24: ...a complete stop 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 LED WORKLIGHTS Fig 12 Your router motor has 3 built in worklights located around the collet nut to provide high visibility of workpiece when cutting These lights are always On when the toggle switch is in ...

Page 25: ...terclockwise to secure the edge guide ELECTRONIC VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL Fig 16 The electronic speed control feature allows motor speed to be matched to cutter size and material for an improved finish and extended bit life Fig 14 Fig 15 Speed changes are made starting at 1 rotating the speed control dial to the LEFT to increase the speed from 1 through 9 NOTICE The speed may be changed while the ro...

Page 26: ...lationship between the speed setting and the cutting application Exact settings are determined through operator experience and preference and also by recommendations by manufacturers of cutter bits ELECTRONIC FEEDBACK CIRCUITRY The router electronic feedback circuitry monitors and adjusts power to maintain the desired speed for consistent performance and control providing constant speed under load...

Page 27: ... one depth and then making 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 dull the cutter bit It could also grab too much of the workpiece and cause you to lose control of the router causing a serious accident Fig 17 Fig 17a Edge Guide To be certain th...

Page 28: ...Fig 18 2 Turn the router motor ON and allow the Fig 18a router motor to reach the selected speed being careful not to allow the cutter bit to contact the workpiece 3 To begin your cut gradually lower the cutter bit into the workpiece until the sub Fig 18b base is flush with the workpiece see Fig 18a and 18b 4 When the cut is complete turn the router motor OFF and allow the cutter bit come to a com...

Page 29: ... serious personal injury 6 Unplug the router from power source place the router on the worktable and inspect the finished cut in the workpiece _ WARNING Always securely clamp the workpiece in place and keep a firm grip on the router base with both hands at all times Failure to do so could result in loss of control causing serious personal injury NOTICE Making test cuts is essential with most routi...

Page 30: ...dge that is either straight or curved at a curvature as great or greater than the radius of the bit to be used The pilot prevents the bit from making an excessively deep cut and holding the pilot firmly in contact with the workpiece edge throughout prevents the cut from becoming too shallow Top Edge Shaping Whenever the workpiece thickness together with the desired depth of cut as adjusted by Fig ...

Page 31: ...tating force of the cutter bit will tend to throw the bit away from the workpiece This is called Climb Cutting Climb Cutting may cause loss Fig 23 ROUTER FEED DIRECTION h 0O rr ii oo z rr 9 C3 z uJ h O rr ROUTER FEED DIRECTION of control possibly resulting in personal injury When Climb Cutting is required e g backing around a corner exercise extreme caution to maintain control of the router The hi...

Page 32: ...be from left to right and clockwise around curves If there is a choice the set up in Fig 24 is easier to use but there is the possibility of Climb Cutting around curves In either case Fig 24 or Fig 24a the sideways thrust of the router cutting is always against the guide as is proper Fig 24 GUIDE OUTSIDE BIT ROTATION THRUS BIT ROTATION X ROUTER FEED GUIDE DIRECTION Fig 24a GUIDE INSIDE d BIT ROTAT...

Page 33: ...rained and harder to do FEEDING TOO SLOWLY Fig 25a When you feed the cutter bit too slowly the rotating cutter bit does not cut into new wood rapidly enough to take a bite Instead it scrapes away sawdust like particles This scraping produces heat which can glaze burn and mar the cut in the workpiece and in extreme cases overheat the cutter bit When the cutter bit is scraping instead of cutting the...

Page 34: ...lug the router could result in accidental starting which can cause serious personal injury DUST COLLECTION WITH VACUUM PORT Figs 27 and 27a Two vacuum ports are included with the router bases Each adapter is sized to accept a 1 1 4 in vac hose adapter sold separately Attach the Vacuum Port onto the Plunge Base Fig 27 To attach the vacuum port onto the plunge base position and secure it to the back...

Page 35: ...ures could result in serious personal injury Fixed Base Router When using the fixed base to attach the router to the router table the bit depth can be adjusted by turning the Micro adjustment Dial clockwise or counterclockwise with the wrench supplied Figs 28 and 28a The depth of the cut can be read on the scale dial Each mark on the scale indicates a 1 64 in change in depth setting 1 Turn off the...

Page 36: ...e adjusting hole on the tabletop Turn the depth rod on the router clockwise with the wrench to move the collet nut up or counterclockwise to move the collet nut down When the desired depth of cut is set tighten the router motor clamp The precise depth of cut can be measured with a ruler 27683 ManuaLRevised_11 0120 Page 36 ...

Page 37: ...any use on these materials it is extremely important that the tool is cleaned frequently by blowing with an air jet _ WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operations or when blowing dust If operation is dusty also wear a dust mask ROUTINE MAINTENANCE _ WARNING Do not at any time allow brake fluids gasoline petroleum based products penetrating oil...

Page 38: ...id the need for a break in period 4 Insert new brush assemblies into the guide channels with the carbon part going in first being certain to fit the two metal ears into their slots in the channel Fig 29 5 Remember to replace both end caps after inspecting or servicing brushes Tighten the caps snugly but do not over tighten The router should be allowed to run in run at no load without a cutter bit ...

Page 39: ... are not recommended for this tool might be dangerous and could result in serious injury Sears and other Craftsman outlets offer a large selection of Craftsman router accessories designed for specific routing applications There is a large selection of Craftsman Router Cutting bits available in High Speed Steel or Carbide Tipped High Speed Steel for all your routing needs In addition to a wide vari...

Page 40: ...ail I 1 2 in round nose 1 2 in 90 d v groove 1 2 x 1 in 3 8x1 2 in flush trim flush trim 1 2 in 1 4 in flush trim flush trim 3 8 in_ keyhole 1 2 in cove 1 4 in cove 3 8 in 1 4 in round over round over 1 8 in 1 2 in _ round over round over straight dovetail round nose v groove flush trim t j keyhole cove round over 27683 ManuaLRevised_11 0120 Page 40 ...

Page 41: ...bead 1 4 in roman ogee 3 3 8 in rabbeting 1 4 in veining 1 2 in core box 1 2 in mortising 1 4 in panel pilot 1 3 8 in 45 o chamfer bead cove Roman ogee rabbeting veining core box mortising panel pilot chamfer bead 27683 ManuaLRevised_11 0120 Page 41 ...

Page 42: ...ombo Pro Router Model No 320 27680 The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate attached to the motor unit Always mention the Model Number when ordering parts for this tool 27683 Manual_Revised_11 0120 Page 42 ...

Page 43: ...ombo Pro Router Model No 320 27680 The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate attached to the motor unit Always mention the Model Number when ordering parts for this tool 27683 ManuaLRevised_11 0120 Page 43 ...

Page 44: ...ombo Pro Router Model No 320 27680 The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate attached to the motor unit Always mention the Model Number when ordering parts for this tool 27683 ManuaLRevised_11 0120 Page 44 ...

Page 45: ...9 3660468000 Compression spring 1 10 3123329000 Lock Ring 2 11 2823115000 Switch Assembly 1 12 3122851000 Seal Ring 1 13 3120537000 Brush Cap 2 14 2800005000 Brush Holder 2 15 4960019000 Carbon Brush 2 16 2822257000 Power Cord Assembly 1 17 4930314000 Receptacle 1 18 3125694000 Middle Housing 1 19 3520130000 Bearing Holder 1 20 3121049000 Rubber Ring 1 21 3700249000 Washer 1 22 2740240000 Stator 1...

Page 46: ...sembly 1 44 3703872000 Plate 1 45 5630015000 Prevailing Torque Hexagon Nut 2 46 5660005000 E Ring 5 47 3660498000 Spring 4 48 3705047000 Lever 4 49 5620466000 Screw 2 50 5650407000 Wave Washer 4 51 5650166000 Washer 2 52 2822272000 Adjusting Assembly 1 53 3700352001 Washer 1 54 5650172001 Wave Washer 1 56 3123294000 Dust Bracket 1 57 5620067000 Screw 1 58 3125119000 Base Plate 1 59 5620074000 Scre...

Page 47: ...pring Washer 1 80 3420398000 Plunge Lock Lever 1 81 3660254000 Torsion Spring 1 82 5640045000 Bolt 1 83 5690138000 O Ring 1 84 5660139000 E Ring 1 85 5620103000 Slotted Shoulder Screw 2 86 3700078000 Wave Washer 1 87 3420570000 TurnTable 1 88 5700046000 Steel Ball 1 89 3660030000 Spring 1 90 2823164000 Mounting Assembly 1 91 3125884000 Base Plate 1 92 5620467000 Screw 2 93 5650023000 Plain Washer ...

Page 48: ... 2 101 3703925000 Fence 1 102 5620050000 Screw 2 103 5650015000 Spring Washer 2 104 5650013000 Washer 2 105 3123344000 Chip Shield 1 106 3123286000 Vaccum Adapter 1 107 3402471000 Wrench 1 108 3126054000 Handle Sleeve 4 27683 Manual_Revised_11 0120 Page 48 ...

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