Craftsman 320.27666, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ... WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the Operator s manual before using this product c_tus WARRANTY SAFETY UNPACKING DESCRIPTION OPERATION MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING ESPANOL Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A www craftsman com ...

Page 2: ...site www craftsman com This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another person 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...

Page 3: ...zardous situation which if not avoided may result in death or serious 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 NOTE as in the example below NOTE Equipment and or property damage may result if these instructio...

Page 4: ...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 will result in serious personal in...

Page 5: ...ay ignite the dust or fumes Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause 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 grounded power tools Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surf...

Page 6: ... bystanders must wear the same safety equipment that the operator of the router wears 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...

Page 7: ... of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool operation If damaged have the power tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control Use the power tool accessories tool bits etc in accordance with these i...

Page 8: ...ding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control Maintain a firm grip on the router with both hands to resist starting torque Never attempt to use the router motor without first installing it in an approved base Failure to heed this warning could result in personal injury and damage to the motor Do not hand hold the router in an upside down or horizonta...

Page 9: ...e cutter bits with a larger diameter install and use a sub base with a larger diameter opening sold separately at Sears stores or other Craftsman outlets 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 sho...

Page 10: ...making adjustments installing or removing 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 do not discard any packing materials until all of the contents are accounted for 1 2 Carefully lift the router out of the carton and place it on a stable flat surface Open the carton to locate the...

Page 11: ...Router Vac adapter Chip shield already installed on router 2 screws for attaching vac adapter 1 4 inch Collet Nut already installed on router 1 2 inch Collet Nut Depth Adjustment Wrench Collet Nut Wrench 27666 ManuaLRevised_11 0114 Page 11 ...

Page 12: ...t 60 Hz AC only outlet check the power supply This router has an 8 ft 2 wire power cord no adapter needed Fig 1 Motor housing Super fine adjustment knob Depth indicators e base Spindle lock Depth rod locking __ Self releasing knob Collet Nut System Depth rod p shield Super fine adj screw Non mar sub base Depth stop turret Key strip slot On Off Toggle Switch Air vents Live Tool Indicator Light 8 ft...

Page 13: ...speed Variable Speed Dial allows matching proper speed to material and cutter bit size Plunge Base features Fine and Micro Depth Rod Adjustments with Turret Stops for precise set ups and repetitive cutting Smooth Plunge Action lowers bit into workpiece at 90 for more accurate cutting Protective Plunge Post Bellows protect guideposts from woodchips dust and moisture Spindle Lock for easy one wrench...

Page 14: ...bled To install or remove cutter bits or add accessories such as vac adapter for hook up to vacs see the following instructions SELECTING THE CUTTER BiT This router comes with 1 4 in and 1 2 in collets nuts that accept 1 4 inch and 1 2 inch shanks respectively _ WARNING Do not use a router cutter bit that has a cutter bit diameter larger than 1 1 4 inches with the sub base that is installed on thi...

Page 15: ...ely 1 8 to 1 4 inch away from the face of the collet nut Fig 4 4a NOTE To ensue proper gripping of the cutter Fig 4a Cutters bit shank and minimize run out the shank of r _ _J the cutter bit must be inserted into the collet _ Collet nut at least 5 8 inch 7 With the cutter bit inserted and spindle lock button pressed in to engage the spindle shaft place the wrench on collet nut and turn clockwise u...

Page 16: ...slight amount of machine oil to the spindle shaft if it looks dry Replace a worn or damaged collet nut immediately NOTE The collet nut is self releasing it is not necessary to strike the collet nut to free the router cutter bit If the cutter bit seems to be stuck after use loosen the collet nut a little more until it releases CUTTER BiTS For faster more accurate cutting results keep cutter bits cl...

Page 17: ...an cause serious personal injury 1 Turn the motor off and unplug the router from the power source 2 Place the router plunge base and motor housing on a flat surface 3 With the back of the plunge base facing you open the motor clamp A and make sure that the plunge action is in the UP position with the plunge lock lever B locked 4 Lift the motor straight up out of the base sliding the motor housing ...

Page 18: ...ontrol the cutting depth with the depth stop rod and the depth stop turret as follows 1 2 3 4 5 Turn the motor off and unplug the router from the power source Place the router on a flat level surface With the cutter bit already installed lower the plunge action until the cutter bit makes contact with the flat level surface on which the router is sitting Lock the plunge depth locking lever F This p...

Page 19: ...the highest step on the depth stop turret and after each cut rotating the turret to the next lowest step until the Lowest or Last step is reached Each of the 4 steps progresses by 1 4 inch increments The 4 steps represent a total of 0 in to 3 4 in with a full 360 rotation of the turret Repeat this process if necessary Micro Adjustments with the Depth Stop Rod and Depth Stop Turret Fig 7 f A B C Th...

Page 20: ... OFF push the toggle switch to the right side marked 0 or Off Contact the workpiece with the router and cutter bit only after the router has reached full speed slected Turn the router motor OFF and allow the cutter bit to come to a complete stop before removing the router and cutter bit from the workpiece SOFT START FEATURE Soft Start minimizes torque twist which is customary in larger router moto...

Page 21: ...your test cuts on scrap materials For ease of operation and to maintain proper control your router has two handles one on each side of the router base When operating the router always hold it firmly with both Edging with plunge base hands Fig 11 A_ WARNING Always be alert and watch what you are doing Never operate the router when you are fatigued DEEP CUTS The proper cutting depth for each pass is...

Page 22: ...trol causing possibly serious personal injury A_ WARNING Removing the cutter bit from the workpiece while it is still rotating could damage the workpiece and result in loss of control causing serious personal injury NOTE Making test cuts in scrap material that is similar to your workpiece is essential Learning how the router s speed depth of cut and cutter bit will react in the workpiece will help...

Page 23: ...irmly 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 router depth setting are such that only the top part of the edge is to be shaped leaving at least a 1 16 in thick uncut portion at the bottom the pilot can ride against the uncut portion which serves t...

Page 24: ...ng force of the cutter bit will tend to throw the bit away from the workpiece making it hard to control This is called Climb Cutting cutting in the opposite direction of the proper feed direction Climb Cutting increases the chance for loss of control possibly resulting in personal injury When Climb Cutting is required backing around a corner for example exercise extreme caution to maintain control...

Page 25: ...g 15 is easier to use but there is the possibility of Climb Cutting around curves In either case Fig 15 or Fig 15a the sideways thrust of the router cutting is always against the guide as is proper _1 WARNING Always securely clamp the Fig 15 GUIDE OUTSIDE BIT ROTATION THRUS BIT ROTATION X ROUTER FEED GUIDE DIRECTION Fig 15a GUIDE INSIDE dr BIT ROTATION GUIDE BIT ROTATION ROUTER FEED DIRECTION work...

Page 26: ...e 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 TOO SLOW extreme cases overheat the cutter bit Cut Cutter When the cutter bit is scraping instead of cutting the router is more difficult to control as you feed it With the reduced load on the motor caused by the slow feed the cutter bit has a tendency to...

Page 27: ...e front of the base HEAVY DUTY EDGE GUIDE SOLD SEPARATELY An edge guide can be used as an aid in routing applications such as decorative edging straight edge planning and trimming grooving dadoing and slotting To attach the edge guide to the plunge base simply insert the edge guide rods into edge guide mounting slots either from the left or the right Tighten the lever on the left by turning it cou...

Page 28: ...eed Selection Chart located above the ON OFF toggle switch to help you determine the correct speed for the cutter bit being used _1 WARNING Before operating your router follow all safety instructions in this manual Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury I Variable Speed Selection Chart Never exceed these bit speeds Cutting Bit Diameter Max Speed UP to 1 in 25mm 6 1 1 in to 2 in 3...

Page 29: ...er motor off and unplug the router could result in accidental starting which can cause serious personal injury _ WARNING Only use router tables with proper guarding for the cutting bit and with on board switch controlled receptacles Failure to use router tables with appropriate safety features could result in serious personal injury Fig 21 Fig 21a When using the plunge base to attach the router to...

Page 30: ... 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 A_ WARNING Do not at any time allow brake fluids gasoline petroleum based products penetrating oils etc to come in contact with plastic parts Chemicals can da...

Page 31: ...d 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 22 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 f...

Page 32: ...worn out replace the old brushes with new completely ones The surface of The bit is dull Change to a sharp bit the workpiece is not smooth Routing at an after cutting inappropriate bit speed Select an appropriate bit speed Bit can not be installed Bit size is inappropriate for the collet nut Use only 1 4 in diameter bits with the 1 4 in collet use only 1 2 in diameter bits with the 1 2 in collet 2...

Page 33: ...bide Tipped High Speed Steel for all your routing needs In addition to a wide variety of router bits Sears also offers accessories such as Router tables various template sets universal router fence with lock knobs 64181 11 pc bushing set 64180 and clear sub base sets 6pc fixed base 64182 6 pc plunge base 64183 WARNING Only use router tables with proper guarding for the cutting bit and with on boar...

Page 34: ...il 1 2qn round nose 1 2 in 9O d v groove 1 2 x 1 in 3 8x1 2qn flush trim flush trim 3 8 in round over 1 2 in flush trim 1 4 in flush trim 3 8qn_ keyhole 1 2qn cove 1 4qn cove 1 4 in round over 1 8 in 1 2 in round over round over straight dovetail round nose v groove flush trim keyhole cove round over 27666 ManuaLRevised_11 0114 Page 34 ...

Page 35: ...bead 1 4 in roman ogee 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 chamfer bead cove cove bead Roman ogee rabbeting veining core box mortising panel pilot chamfer 27666 Manual_Revised_11 0114 Page 35 ...

Page 36: ...mp Router Model No 320 27666 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 27666 ManuaLRevised_11 0114 Page 36 ...

Page 37: ...mp Router Model No 320 27666 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 27666 Manual_Revised_11 0114 Page 37 ...

Page 38: ...3122851000 Seal Ring 201 4810002000 Power Cord Assembly 14 4930008000 Sleeve 15 4930038000 Receptacle 16 3121064000 Cord Guard 17 3122798000 Cord Anchorage 18 3125685000 Middle Housing 19 2822038000 Inner Wire Assembly 20 2822039000 Inner Wire Assembly 21 3121049000 Rubber Spring 22 3700249000 Washer 23 2740118000 Stator 24 5610049000 Tapping Screw 25 3125687000 Fan Baffle 202 2823131000 Rotor Ass...

Page 39: ...djusting Knob 1 41 5650014000 Washer 1 42 3660313000 Spring 1 43 3550083000 Depth Adjusting Bolt 1 44 3550913000 Depth Stop Bar 1 45 3121634000 Depth Indicator 1 46 3121639000 Cover 1 47 5660018000 Circlips 1 48 3402338000 Lock Bolt 3 49 3123498000 Cap 1 50 5630016000 Nut 1 51 3123497000 Cover 1 52 2823123000 Plunge Frame 1 53 3121635000 Handle 2 54 5620024000 Screw 2 55 3660254000 Torsion Spring ...

Page 40: ...705047000 Lever 2 72 3126054000 Handle Sleeve 2 73 5620466000 Screw 1 74 5620467000 Screw 1 75 5650407000 Wave Washer 2 76 5660139000 E Ring 1 77 5650023000 Washer 1 78 3550929000 Bolt 1 79 3122923000 Base Plate 1 80 5620074000 Screw 3 81 2823112000 Mounting Assembly 1 82 3402220000 Depth Adjusting Lever 1 83 2823125000 Collet Assembly 1 84 5620353000 Screw 2 85 3123454000 Vaccum Adapter 1 86 3123...

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