612547-243

SEARS
OWNERS
MANUAL

MODEL NO
315,17560

CAUTION
Read Rules for
Safe Operation
and Instructions
Carefully
ROUTER
DOUBLE INSULATED

SAVE THIS
Introduction
MANUAL FOR
Operation
FUTURE REFERENCE Maintenance
Repair Parts

Designed exclusively for and sold only by

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Dept. 698/731A, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684

612547-243 PRINTED IN U.S.A,

11.85
 FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ROUTER

If this Craftsman Router fails to give complete satisfaction within one year from the date of purchase
RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES and Sears will
repair it free of charge.
If this Router is used for commercial or rental purposes this warranty applies for only 90 days from the
date of purchase.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state
to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.
DEPT. 698/731A
SEARS TOWER
CHICAGO, IL 60684

iNTRODUCTION
DOUBLE INSULATION is a concept in safety, in IMPORTANTmServicing of a tool with double in-
electric power tools, which eliminates the need for sulation requires extreme care and knowledge of the
the usual three wire grounded power cord and system and should be performed only by a qualified
grounded supply system. Wherever there is electric service technician. For service we suggest you
current in the tool there are two complete sets of return the tool to your nearest Sears Store for repair.
insulation to protect the user. All exposed metal Always use original factory replacement parts when
parts are isolated from the internal metal motor servicing.
components with protecting insulation.
GENERAL
work which is beautiful and precise. All the bearings
Your router is a versatile woodworking tool which in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of
will give you years of trouble-free performance. It is high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under nor-
engineered with the professional in mind, but its real operating conditions, therefore, no further
ease of operation allows the amateur to produce lubrication is required.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

WARNING -- DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE UNTIL YOU HAVE READ THOROUGHLY AND UNDERSTAND
COMPLETELY ALL INSTRUCTIONS, RULES, ETC. CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL. FAILURE TO COMPLY CAN
RESULT IN ACCIDENTS INVOLVING FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. SAVE
OWNERS MANUAL AND REVIEW FREQUENTLY FOR CONTINUING SAFE OPERATION, AND INSTRUCTING
POSSIBLE THIRD-PARTY USER.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL -- Read owner's manual carefully. Learn its ap-
plications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to
this tool.
2. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY PREVENTING BODY CONTACT
WITH GROUNDED SURFACES. For example: Pipes, radiators, ranges, refrig-
erator enclosures.
3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
5. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tool in damp or wet
locations or expose to rain. Keep work area well lit.
6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept safe distance from work
area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord.
7. STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in dry, high or
locked-up place = out of reach of children.
8. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it
was designed.
9. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy
duty tool. Don't use tool for purpose not intended - for example - Don't use
a circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing or jewelry to get caught in moving
parts. Rubber gloves and footwear are recommended when working outdoors.
Also, wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

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 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

11. USE SAFETY GLASSES with all tools. Also face or dust mask if cutting
operation is dusty.
12. DON'T ABUSE CORD= Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect from
receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil and sharp edges.
13. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It's safer than using your
hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.
14. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
15. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE= Keep tools sharp at all times, and clean for best
and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing ac-
cessories.
16. DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing, or when changing at-
tachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected.
17. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see
that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
18. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Don't carry plugged-in tools with finger on
switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
19. OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only
extension cords suitable for use outdoors. Outdoor approved cords are marked
with the suffix W-A, for example -- SJTW-A or SJOW-A.
20. KEEP CUTTERS CLEAN AND SHARP. Sharp cutters minimize stalling and kick=
back.
21. KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Keep hands away from cutters. Do
not reach underneath work while cutter is rotating. Do not attempt to remove
material while cutter is rotating.
22. NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor
could ignite fumes.
23. INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY and if damaged, have repaired at your
nearest Sears Repair Center.
24. INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and replace if damaged.
25. KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always
use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluid, gasoline, or any strong
solvents to clean your tool.
26. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not op-
erate tool when you are tired.
27. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or
other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of mov-
ing parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless
indicated elsewhere in this instruction manual.
28. DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defect-
ive switches replaced by authorized service center.
29. Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before routing.
30. DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not operate tool while under the influ.
ence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.
31. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

The operation of any Router can result in foreign objects being thrown
into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear
safety glasses or eye shields before commencing power tool opera.
tion. We recommend Wide Vision Safety mask for use over spectacles
or standard safety glasses, available at Sears Catalog Order or Retail
Stores.

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 OPERATION
WARNING: YOUR ROUTER SHOULD NEVER BE PLUGGED IN WHEN YOU ARE ASSEMBLING PARTS OR
MAKING ADJUSTMENTS. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR EYESHIELDS BEFORE BEGINNING POWER
TOOL OPERATION.

If any parts are missing do not operate your Router until the missing parts are replaced.

Before attempting to use your Router, familiarize yourself with all operating features (See Fig. 1) and safety re-
quirements. WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW FAMILIARITY WITH YOUR ROUTER TO MAKE YOU CARELESS.
REMEMBER THAT A CARELESS FRACTION OF A SECOND IS SUFFICIENT TO INFLICT SEVERE INJURY.

CHIP SHIELD
A clear plastic chip shield is installed on the front of the router for protection against flying dust and chips. The
chip shield is designed to fit the front opening of the router base as shown in figure 1. If necessary to remove,
squeeze the tabs on each end and pull outward. To replace, squeeze the tabs at each end, fit into the opening,
then release. DO NOT USE ROUTER WITHOUT CHIP SHIELD PROPERLY IN PLACE.

SPINDLE
LOCK

DEPTH

RING
iNDICATOR
POINT

DEPTH
INDICATOR
SHIELD
RING

FRONT VIEW

POWER
:ORD

CLAMPING
WiNG NUT

Fig. 1
REAR ViEW

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 OPERATION
INSTALLING/REMOVING CUTTERS
Disconnect router from power supply.
1. A spindle lock is located on the side of motor
housing. See figure 1. To activate lock, push
spindle lock in and slide into lock position.
NEVER attempt to activate spindle lock while
router motor is running or coasting to a stop.
2. Turn collet nut with wrench until lock mechanism
interlocks. See Fig. 2. NOTE: Spindle lock is
spring loaded and will snap into position when
lock mechanism interlocks.
WARNING: IF YOU ARE CHANGING A BIT IM-
MEDIATELY AFTER USE, BE CAREFUL NOT TO
TOUCH THE BIT OR COLLET WITH YOUR
HANDS OR FINGERS. THEY WILL GET BURNED
BECAUSE OF THE HEAT BUILDUP FROM CUT-
TING. ALWAYS USE THE WRENCH PROVIDED.
3. Place the router upside down on a table and insert
shank of cutter into collet. The shank of your cut-
ter should be close to but not touching bottom of Fig. 2
collet.
4. Tighten the collet nut securely by turning clock-
wise with the wrench provided. See fig. 3. Put
spindle lock back in unlock position. Otherwise
the interlocking mechanism of the spindle lock EHCH
will not let your router turn on.
5. Remove cutters by turning collet nut counter
clockwise enough to allow cutter to slip easily
from collet. The collet is machined to precision
tolerances to fit cutters with 1/4" diameter shank
size.

WARNING: DO NOT USE CUTTERS WITH UN.

DERSIZED SHANKS. UNDERSIZED SHANKS TO TIGHTEN TO LOOSEN
WILL NOT TIGHTEN PROPERLY AND COULD COLLETNUT COLLET HUT
BE THROWN FROM TOOL CAUSING INJURY.
Fig.3
DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENTS
We recommend that cuts be made at a depth not ex-
ceeding 1/8" and that several passes be made to
reach depths of cut greater than 1/8".

Disconnect router from power supply before ad.

justing for depth of cut.
DEPTH

1. Place the router on a flat surface, loosen clamp- ADJUSTING --_

ing Wing Nut, and adjust until cutter is inside RING " , . . _ /-CLAMMHG
subbase. See figure 4.
POINT

2. Turn the depth adjusting ring until tip of cutter

touches flat surface. Turn the depth indicator
ring until the zero lines up with the indicator point INDICATOR WING HUT
on the base. See figure 4.

3. Position the router so that the bit can extend Fig. 4

below the subbase for desired depth setting.

4. Turn the depth adjusting ring to obtain the de-

sired depth of cut. The distance the cutter moves WARNING: BE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN CLAMP.
can be read on the depth indicator ring. Each ING WING NUT IS FIRMLY TIGHTENED. FAIL.
notch on the depth adjusting ring indicates 1/64 URE TO DO THIS WILL RESULT IN THE MOTOR
inch change in depth setting. MOVING INSIDE THE BASE, CAUSING AN UN-
EVEN CUT. THIS COULD CAUSE LOSS OF CON-
5. Tighten clamping wing nut securely before opo TROL RESULTING IN POSSIBLE SERIOUS IN.
eratlng router. JURY.

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 OPERATION
WARNING: ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR
EYESHIELDS WHEN USING YOUR ROUTER. IF THE
CUTTING OPERATION IS DUSTY, ALSO WEAR A
FACE OR DUST MASK. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD
RESULT IN DUST OR CHIPS BEING THROWN IN
YOUR EYES RESULTING IN POSSIBLE SERIOUS IN-
JURY.
ROUTING
For ease of operation your router has two handles,
one on each side of the router base. When using
your router hold it firmly with both hands as shown
in Fig. 5. Remain alert and watch what you are doing.
Do not operate router when fatigued.
RATE.OF-FEED
IMPORTANT: The whole "secret" of professional
routing and edge shaping lies in selecting the proper Fig. 5
rate-of-feed.., and in making a careful set-up for the
cut to be made.
TOO SLOW FEEDING
FORCE FEEDING
Clean, smooth routing and edge shaping can be It is also possible to spoil a cut by moving the router
done only when the bit is revolving at a relatively forward too slowly. When it is advanced into the
high speed and is taking very small bites to produce work too slowly a revolving bit doesn't dig into new
tiny, cleanly severed chips. If the router is forced to wood fast enough to take a bite; instead, it simply
move forward at a fast pace, the rpm of the bit is scrapes away sawdust-like particles. Scraping pro-
slower than normal in relation to its forward move- duces heat, which can glaze or burn and mar the cut
ment -- and the bit must necessarily take bigger m in extreme cases, can even overheat the bit so as
bites as it revolves. "Bigger bites" mean bigger to destroy its hardness.
chips, and a rougher finish. Moreover, bigger chips
require more power -- and the router motor can In addition, it is more difficult to control a router
become sufficiently overloaded to slow down and when the bit is scraping instead of cutting. With
further aggravate the condition. In fact, under ex- practically no load on the motor the bit will be revolv-
treme force-feeding conditions the relative rpm of ing at close to top rpm, and will have a much greater
the bit can become so slow -- and the bites it has to than normal tendency to bounce off the sides of the
take so large -- that chips will be partially knocked cut (especially, if the wood has a pronounced grain
off (rather than fully cut off), with resulting splinter- with hard and soft areas). As a result, the cut produc-
ing and gouging of the workpiece. See Fig. 6. ed may have rippled, instead of straight, sides
Your Craftsman Router is an extremely high-speed and, unless very firmly held, the router might even
tool (25,000 rpm no-load speed), and will make clean, take off in a wrong direction from the intended cut
smooth cuts if allowed to run freely without the line. See Fig. 6.
overload of a forced (too fast) feed. What constitutes
"force feeding" depends upon three things: Bit size, You can detect "too-slow feeding" by the runaway,
depth-of-cut, and workpiece characteristics. The too-highly pitched sound of the motor; or, by feeling
larger the bit and/or the deeper the cut, the more the "wiggle" of the bit in the cut.
slowly the router can be moved forward. And, if the
PROPER FEEDING
wood is very hard, knotty, gummy or damp, the
operation must be slowed still more.
The right feed is neither too fast nor too slow. It is
You can always detect "force feeding" by the sound the rate at which the bit is being advanced firmly and
of the motor. Its high-pitched whine will sound lower surely to produce a continuous spiral of uniform
and stronger as it loses speed. Also, the strain of chips -- without hogging into the wood to make
holding the tool will be noticeably increased. large individual chips nor, on the other hand, to
create only sawdust. If you .are making a small
diameter, shallow groove in soft, dry wood, the pro-
per feed may be about as fast as you can travel your
router along your guide line. Contrarywise, if the bit
is a large one, the cut is deep, and/or the wood is
hard to cut, the proper feed may be a very slow one.
Then, again, a cross-grain cut may require a slower
pace than an identical with grain cut in the same
workpiece.

There is no fixed rule. You will learn by experience...

TOO FAST TOO SLOW
by listening to the tool motor and by feeling the pro-
gress of each cut. If at all possible, always test a cut
Fig. 6 on a scrap of the workpiece wood, beforehand.

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 OPERATIO
DEPTH OF CUT DIRECTION OF FEED AND THRUST

As previously mentioned, the depth of cut is impor- The router motor and bit revolve in a clockwise direc-
tant because it affects the rate of feed which, in turn, tion. This gives to the tool a slight tendency to twist
affects the quality of a cut (and, also, the possibility (in your hands) in a counterclockwise direction,
of damage to your router motor and bit). A deep cut especially when the motor revs up (as at starting).
requires a slower feed than a shallow one; and a too-
deep cut will cause you to slow the feed so much Because of the extremely high speed of bit rotation
that the bit is no longer cutting; is scraping, instead. during a "proper feeding" operation, there is very Iito
tie kickback to contend with under normal condio
Making a deep cut is never advisable. The smaller tions. However, should the bit strike a knot, hard
bits -- especially those only 1/16 inch in diameter grain, etc. that would affect the normal progress of
are easily broken off when subjected to too much the cutting action, there will be a slight kickback
side thrust. A large enough bit may not be broken off, sufficient to spoil the trueness of your cut if you are
but if the cut is too deep a rough cut witl result m not prepared. Such a kickback is always in the direc-
and it may be very difficult to guide the bit as tion opposite to the direction of bit rotation.
desired. For these reasons, we recommend that you To guard against such a kickback, plan your set-up
do not exceed 1/8 inch depth of cut in a single pass, and direction of feed so that you will always be
regardless of the bit size or the softness or condition thrusting the tool -- to hold it against whatever you
of the workpiece. See Fig. 7. are using to guide the cut -- in the same direction
that the leading edge of the bit is moving. In short,
the thrust should be in a direction that keeps the
sharp edges of the bit continuously biting straight
into new (uncut) wood.
DEPTH
OF CUT OF CUT
ROUTING
_a_- WIDTH
Whenever you are routing a groove, your tool travel
should be in a direction that places whatever guide
you are using at the right-hand side. In short, when
the guide is positioned as shown in the first part of
Fig. 9, tool travel should be left to right and
Fig. 7 counterclockwise around curves. When the guide is
positioned as shown in the second part of Fig. 9,
tool travel should be right to left and clockwise
around curves. If there is a choice, the first set-up is
To make deeper cuts it is therefore necessary to generally the easiest to use. In either case, the
make as many successive passes as required, lower- sideways thrust you use is against the guide.
ing the bit 1/8 inch for each new pass. In order to
save time, do all the cutting necessary at one depth Whenever you are shaping an edge, the feed should
setting, before lowering the bit for the next pass. always be clockwise when working on an outside
This will also assure a uniform depth when the final (convex) edge; but should be counterclockwise
pass is completed. See Fig. 8. when working on an inside (concave) edge. See Fig.
10. The reason for this is that, when traveling the
tool as instructed, the bit will have a "chopping ae-
2HD. PASS tion" _ but will have a "gouging action" if you
reverse the travel direction. "Chopping" is much

+°+It/
¢-_ tST, PASS

preferable to "gouging" as there is less danger of

ripping out chips by tearing the wood grain.
j!,, 7;Ty/
.OT . FK --_mO
_X ROTATION "="T _ }' + "_,-_"
GUIDE
,E ,NGX,
V
__T::_::_ r "OUTS;DE EDGE THRUSTIf_

Fig. 8 _ INSIDE"_ ROTAT|ONd_ " .E,4_

FEED _'( /_
GUIDE OUTSIDE GUIDE INSIDE
LEADING EDGE ROTATION

=_ IIOIA,ION, _" _ L_ BUSY

ROT
AT,ON i/
--:'_ ++. I-H. U $+_ ' + FI[O - ' GUIO| "-'_ FlieD _ TH RUST'/l_;"_ _/"1
.OTAT,O.
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ROTA,IO.('_
_+ " " GUlOl eOTAIION Iu$I

A "CHOPPING" ACTION A "GOUGING" ACTION

Fig. 9 // Fig. 10

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STARTING AND ENDING A CUT
OPE P,ATIO
INTERNAL ROUTING EDGE ROUTING
Tilt Router and place on workpiece, letting edge of Place Router on workpiece, making sure the Router
subbase contact workpiece first. Be careful not to let bit does not contact workpiece. Turn Router on and
Router bit contact workpiece. Turn Router on and let let motor build to its full speed. Begin your cut,
motor build to its full speed. Gradually feed cutter in- gradually feeding cutter into workpiece. WARNING:
to workpiece until subbase is level with workpiece. KEEP A FIRM GRIP ON ROUTER WITH BOTH
WARNING: KEEP A FIRM GRIP ON ROUTER WITH HANDS AT ALL TIMES. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD
BOTH HANDS AT ALL TIMES• FAILURE TO DO SO RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL LEADING TO
COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL LEADING POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY. Upon completion of
TO POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY. Upon completion cut, turn motor off and let it come to a complete stop
of cut, turn motor off and let it come to a complete before removing Router from work surface. WARN.
stop before removing Router from work surface. ING: NEVER PULL ROUTER OUT OF WORK AND
WARNING: NEVER PULL ROUTER OUT OF WORK PLACE UPSIDE DOWN ON WORK SURFACE
AND PLACE UPSIDE DOWN ON WORK SURFACE BEFORE THE MOTOR STOPS.
BEFORE THE MOTOR STOPS.

EDGING WITH THE PILOT BITS

The arbor-type bits with pilots are excellent for workpiece edge, the bit will make a full cut (in as far
quick, easy edge shaping of any workpiece edge that as the bit radius). On the other hand, if the guide is
is either straight or curved at a curvature as great or positioned as shown in Fig. 11 (out from the
greater than the radius of the bit to be used. The pilot workpiece edge), the bit will make less than a full cut
prevents the bit from making too deep a cut; and m which will alter the shape of the finished edge.
holding the pilot firmly in contact with the workpiece
edge throughout prevents the cut from becoming ROUTER
ROUTER

too shallow.
Whenever the workpiece thickness together with the
desired depth of cut (as adjusted by router depth set-
ting) are such that only the top part of the edge is to
be shaped (leaving at least a 1/16 in. thick uncut pot-
TOP EDGE SHAPING
tion at bottom), the pilot can ride against the uncut WHOLE
EOGE
SHAPINGFig. 11
portion, which will serve to guide it. See Fig. 11.
However, if the workpiece is too thin and/or the bit NOTE: Any of the piloted bits can be used without a
set too low so that there will be no uncut edge to ride pilot for edge shaping with guides, as preceding. The
the pilot against, any extra board to act as a guide size (diameter) of the pilot that is used determines
must be placed under the workpiece. This "guide" the maximum cut width that can be made with the
board must have exactly the same contour pilot against the workpiece edge (the small pilot ex-
straight or curved -- as the workpiece edge. If it is poses all of the bit; the large one reduces this
positioned so that its edge is flush with the amount by 1/16 inch).

THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES WERE AVAILABLE AT THE TIME THIS MANUAL WAS
PRINTED.
Dovetail Template (9.2579) Template Guide Bushings (9 25082)
Box Joint Template (9.2580) Rout-A-Form Pantograph 9(_9_
25183)
Butt Hinge Template (9 2575) Template Set (9 25182)
Butt Hinge Template (9.2564C) Sharpening Kit (_966501)
Router-Crafter (9 2525C) Carrying Case (9 14701)
Multi-Purpose Router Guide (_25179) Full View Router Base (_925086)

COMBI- I VEINING CORE BOX STRAIGHT COMBI- HINGE DOVET._JL COVE BEAD ARBOR
NATION I BITS BIT FACE NATION MORTISING CUTTER BIT BIT QUARTER.
2589
PANEL I BITS STRAIGHT, BIT BITS ROUND
CUTTER I BEVEL I
3/18"
25572-3/8" BITS
25571-1/2"
CUTTER 25585

°25576-3/8"
I "25575°1/2"

25596-1/2"
RI I

V=GROOVE
M, • CHAMFER
2552-1/8" FOR FO_
25521-1/4" "2541
25599-1/16"
25522-3/8" 1/4,5/18,1ROMAN O _o
2559-1/8" 25523-1/2" VENEER 25583-1/4"
25592-3/16" 3/5" CHAMFER WITH 2
25529-3/4" CUTTER 25562-3/8"
1/2" 2553-1/4" BALL
....... 25593-7/32"
25581 25587-5/32"
BIT 25561-1/2"
=_4.1/q" I 25594-1/4" STRAIGHT 2555 25531-1/2" BEARINGS
• 25541-3/8"1 "25524-1/4"
"25413 25588-1/4" (1/2 & 5/9"}_i
"25525-5/16" *25582 "25586-3/8"
OOUBLE END
2557-1/2" "25826-3/8" 25589 *25565-1/2"
25545 45 °, 60 = BEVEL 25895
"25827-1/2"
V-GROOVE '25578-t/2"
"25412

CAUTION: The use of attachments or accessories not listed above might be hazardous.
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ROUTING WITH GUIDE BUSHINGS
When using Template Guide Bushings Cat. No. 9-25082 with your Router you must visually center the bit with
the bushing before beginning your cut. The Router subbase may be adjusted by loosening the screws holding
the subbase to the Router. After centering bit with bushing tighten screws firmly. WARNING: FAILURE TO
CENTER BIT WITH BUSHING OR TO FIRMLY TIGHTEN SCREWS AFTER CENTERING COULD CAUSE BIT TO
COME IN CONTACT WITH BUSHING RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY.

MAINTENANCE
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL RF=PLACEMENT PARTS
PROPER CARE OF CUTTERS A cutter sharpening kit (cat. #66501) is available from
Sears Catalog Order or Retail Store.
Get faster more accurate cutting results by keeping
cutters clean and sharp. Remove all accumulated PROPER CARE OF COLLET
pitch and gum from cutters after each use. From time to time, it also becomes necessary to
When sharpening cutter, sharpen only the inside of clean your collet and collet nut. To do so, simply
the cutting edge. Never grind the outside diameter. remove collet nut from collet and clean the dust and
Be sure when sharpening the end of a cutter to grind chips that have collected. Then return collet nut to
the clearance angle the same as originally ground. its original position.

SWITCH REPLACEMENT
Disconnect router from power supply.
SWITCH REPLACEMENT IS AS FOLLOWS:

1. Remove screws (A) and handle covers (B). See

Figure 12.
2. Note location of grommet (C) in handle and how
each lead is connected to switch.
3. Remove leads from switch by inserting a 1/32"
diameter pin or nail into switch lead receptacle
as shown in figure 12 and pulling on the lead.
4. Make sure grommet (C) is on cord and push each
lead as far as possible into proper receptacle in
switch.
5. Locate switch in handle and place leads so they
won't be pinched when handle cover is replaced. Fig. 12
6. Make sure grommet (C) is in place and replace
handle cover and screws,
LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT
Disconnect router from power supply.
1. Remove cutter from router. Adjust router to max-
imum height.
2. Remove screws (A) and subbase (B). See Fig. 13.
3. Remove screw (C) and work light lens (D).
4. With bulb pointing toward you, push bulb in and
turn to the left to remove.
5. Reassemble all parts. Fig. 13
GENERAL
Only the parts shown on parts list, page eleven, are
intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. When electric tools are used on fiberglass boats,
All other parts represent an important part of the sports cars,, etc., it has been found that they are sub-
double insulation system and should be serviced ject to accelerated wear and possible premature
only by a qualified service technician. failure, as the fiberglass chips and grindings are
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. highly abrasive to bearings, brushes, commutators,
Most plastics are susceptible to various types of etc. Consequently it is not recommended that this
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their tool be used for extended work on any fiberglass
use. Use _lean cloths to remove dirt, carbon dust, material. During any use on fiberglass it is extremely
etc. WARNING: DO NOT AT ANY TIME LET BRAKE important that the tool is cleaned frequently by blow-
FLUIDS, GASOLINE, PENETRATING OILS, ETC. ing with an air jet. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY
COME IN CONTACT WITH PLASTIC PARTS. THEY GLASSES OR EYESHIELDS BEFORE BEGINNING
CONTAIN CHEMICALS THAT CAN DAMAGE THIS OPERATION.
AND/OR DESTROY PLASTICS. Extension Cord Length Wire Size A.W.G.
EXTENSION CORDS 25-50 Feet 18
The use of any extension cord will cause some loss 50-75 Feet 16
of power. To keep the loss to a minimum and to pre- 75-100 Feet 14
vent tool overheating, follow the recommended cord WARNING: CHECK EXTENSION CORDS BEFORE
sizes on the chart at right. When tool is used out- EACH USE. IF DAMAGED, REPLACE IMMEDIATELY.
doors, use only extension cords suitable for outdoor NEVER USE TOOL WITH A DAMAGED CORD SINCE
use and so marked. Extension cords are available at TOUCHING THE DAMAGED AREA COULD CAUSE
Sears Catalog Order or Retail Stores. ELECTRICAL SHOCK RESULTING IN SERIOUS IN-
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The Model Number will be found on a plate attached to the End Cap. Always
mention the Model Number in all correspondence regarding your ROUTER
or when ordering repair parts.

SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS

PARTS LiST

1 989935,O03 Wrench ...................................................... 1

2 989610-_)1 Caution Label ................................................. 1
3 200738-001 Data Plate .................................................... 1
4 989652-001 Depth Adjust Ring and Indicator Assembly ......................... 1
6 989985-003 Collet Nut ................................................. _. . .
7 623815,002 Clamping Wing Nut ............................................ I
8 612442.435 Base ......................................................... 1
9 623166-002 Sq. Hd. Bolt ................................................... 1
11 611457-000 Power Handle Assembly ........................................ 1
12 610951-001 Light Bulb (Standard Automotive Bulb #1004) ....................... 1
13 610930001 Light Housing ................................................. 1
14 606066-002 "Screw (#10-32 x 11/16 Pan Hd.) ................................... 4
15 617966-007 *Screw (#8-10 x 1/2 Pan Hd. T.C.) .................................. 8
17 623814-004 Switch ....................................................... 1
18 610946-001 Work Light Lens ............................................... 1
19 612191-004 Subbase ...................................................... 1
20 998586.001 "Screw (#10-32 x 1/4 Pan Hd.) ..................................... 3
21 606688-001 Chip Shield ................................................... 1
22 610956-001 Logo Plate .................................................... 1
23 726676,002 Set Screw (#8-32 x 7/16 Hex Socket, Self Locking) .................... 1
24 611456-000 Handle Assembly .............................................. 1
25 990757-001 H. P. Logo .................................................... 1
26 512866-001 Cap Screw (#5,40 x 1/4 Soc. Hd.) .................................. I
27 512639-001 Actuator ...................................................... 1
29 623782-001 Grommet ..................................................... 1
33 989684-001 "Screw (#6-32 x 1/4 T.F.) ......................................... 1
612547.243 Owner's Manual (Not Illustrated)

NOTE "A" = The assembly shown represents an Important part o! the Double Insulated System. To avoid the poss.
Iblllty of alteration or damage to the System, service should be performed by your nearest Sears Repair Center,
Contact your nearest Catalog Order or Retail Store.

*Standard Hardware Item -- May Be Purchss_l Locally

**Available From DIv. _ _ Source 980.00

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MANUAL DOU LE iNSULATED

SERVICE Now that you have purchase(J your Router, should a

need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply
contact any Sears Service Center and most Sears,
Roebuck and Co. stores. Be sure to provide all pert-
inent facts when you call or visit.

MODEL NO. The model number of your Router will be found on

the plate attached to the end cap.
315.17560

HOW TO ORDER WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE

THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
REPAIR PARTS
® PART NUMBER ® PART DESCRIPTION

• MODEL NUMBER o NAME OF ITEM

315.17560 Router

All parts listed may be ordered from any Sears Ser-

vice Center and most Sears stores.

If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your

order will be electronically transmitted to a Sears
Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Dept. 698/731A, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684