Craftsman 315.27984 manual Electrical Safety, Personal Safety, Work Area, Tool USE and Care

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WARNING:Readand understand all Instruc- tions. Failureto follow a]] instructions listed below,

may result in eisctric shock, tim and/or serious personalinjury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WORK AREA

Keep your work area clean and well lit, Cluttered benches and dark areas invite _cc;dents.

Do not operate power tools in explosive stmo- spheres, such as in the presence of flammable liq- uids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes,

Keep bystanders, children, andvbltore eweywblls

operating a power tool. Distractionscan cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Double Insulated tools are equipped with a polar-

ized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug wi(I fit in a polarized out(st only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact • qualified eleoVldan to install e polarized out(eL Do nat change the plug in any way. Double insulation[] eliminatesthe need for the three-wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.

Avoid body contact wlth grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, range_, and rstrlperatore. There

Is an Increasedrisk of electricshock Ifyour body Is grounded.

Don'texpose power tools to rein or wet conditions` Water enteringa power tool will Increase the risk of erectricshock.

Do nat abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry

the tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts.

Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increasethe risk of electricshock.

When operating s power tool outside, use an outdoor exterBIon cord marked '=W-A"or =If_. These cords are ratedfor outdooruseand reducethe riskof electric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com- men sense when operating s power tool. Do not use tool white tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattentionwhite operatingpower tools m.ayresultin serious personal injury.

Dress properly. Do notweer loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your heir, clothing, end gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

Avoid accidental etarUng. Be sure switch le off before plugging In. Carryingtoolswith yourfinger on

the switchor pluggingin toolsthat havethe switchon invitesaccidents.

Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before tuming the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the toolmay resultin persocaJiniury.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing end balance at all times. Proper footing and balance en_b[as better con_olofthetooSin unexpectedsituations.

Use sefetyequipment. Nwsyewear eye protection. Dust mask, nonskidsafety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.

Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long

hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn intoair vents.

Do not use on a ladder or un_d_ablesupport. Stable footing on a solid surface enab)esbetter con_ol ofthe tool in unexpectedsituations.

TOOL USE AND CARE

Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workplece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstableand may lead to loss of centroL

Do not force too/. Use the correct tool for your ap-

plication. The correct too( will do the job better and setar at the rate tor which it is designed.

Do not cee tool if =witch does not turn it on or off.

Any tool that cannot be controlledwith the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

Disconnect the plug from power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventivesafety measures reduce the risk of startingthe tool accidentally.

Store idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persona. Tootsare dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

Mdntsln tools wtth cars. Keep cuffing tools sharp and clean. Properlymaintainedtoolswith sharp cut-

ting edges are less likelyto bind and are easier to control

Check for misaitgnment or binding of moving parts, brsekags of parts, and any othe_ condition that may effect the tool'soperation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.

Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessoriesthat may

be su[tab(efor one too{, may become hazardouswhen used on another tool.

Keep the tool end its handle dry, clean end free from oil end grease. ANvsys use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petToioum- based products, or any strong solventsto clean your tool. Following this ruJewJflreduce the risk of loss of control and deteriorationof the enctos6ve plastic.

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Contents Operators Manual ONE Year Full Warranty on Craftsman Professional Tool Tool USE and Care Electrical SafetyPersonal Safety Work AreaService Jmn Symbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATIONMeaning Double Insulation Extension CordsElectrical Connection See Figure SwitchKnow Your Sander Paper PunchSee Installing SandpaperInstalling NON-ADHESIVE Sandpaper Packing ListTo Remove Dust BAG for Emptying To Install Dust BAGAdhesive Sandpaper Paper Punch Paperpunch Dustless SandingSee Fcgures7 Sandpaper SelectionTo Connect Vacuum Hose SandingGeneral Maintenance Orbital MotionLubrication Blacx Lead Brush ReplacementCraftsman 114 Sheet Professional Dustless Sander 11!.J1Parts List See Back page for Parts Ordering InstructionsCraftsman 1/4 Sheet Professional Dustless Sander Your Home