Craftsman 28180 - Fixed-Base Router/Table Combo Manual Page 1

Product ManualPRQFESS|ONAL12.5 Amp, Variable Speed, 2-114Peak HP Router Combowith Fixed Base, Plunge Base,and D-Handle BaseModel No. 320. 28084CAUTION

,&WARNING: Use of this product can generate dust containing chemicalsknown to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or otherrepro

• Inspect tool cords periodically and, if they are damaged, have them repairedat your nearest Craftsman Service Center. Be aware of the cord location.

_h, WARNING: If any parts are broken or missing, do not attempt to plug inthe power cord or operate router until the broken or missing parts are repla

KNOW YOUR ROUTER COMBO (Fig. 2)Fig. 2Router Motor Top Cap/On/Off Handles withSoft-GripSub BaseCollet/Nut Spindle LockDepth-Rod Adjust KnobDepth _Depth

PRODUCT SPECiFiCATiONSRating 12.5 AmpsNo load Speed 12000-25000RPMPeak H P 2-1/4Input 120V, 60Hz ACCollets/Nuts and Cutting Bit Shank Diameters 1/4 in

7. Plunge Base features fine and micro depth-rod adjustments with turret stopsfor precise set-ups and repetitive cutting.8. Smooth plunge action lower

NOTE: This tool is shipped completely assembled. To change the router motorfrom one base to another, install or remove cutting bits, add accessories s

DETACHABLE POWER CORD (Figs. 3, 3a and 3b)The router has a detachable power cord for easy carrying and storage.Note: Always attach the detachable powe

TOGGLE "ON/OFF" SWITCH (Fig. 4)Your router motor is turned"ON" and "OFF" by the toggleswitch located on the top capof th

4. Start the router by turning on the router motor (see Fig. 14), then squeezingthe ON/OFF trigger switch (see Fig. 5).5. To stop the router, release

Warranty Page 2Safety Symbols Page 3Safety Instructions Pages 441Unpacking Pages 1142Description Pages 134 5Assembly Page 16Operation Pages 17-50Maint

SELECTING THE CUTTING BiTThis router comes with 1/4-in. and 1/2-in. collets/nuts that accept 1A-inch-diameter and 1/2-inch-diameter shanked cutting bi

iNSTALLiNG AND REMOVING THE CUTTING BiT (Figs. 7, 8, 8a)iNSTALLiNG THE CUTTING BiT1. Turn router motor offand unplug it from thepower source.2. Remove

_. WARNING: Tighten the collet/nut securely to prevent the cutting bit fromslipping. If the collet/nut is not securely tightened, the cutting bit may

CUTTING BITSGet faster, more accurate cutting results by keeping cutting bits clean and sharp.1. Remove all accumulated pitch and gum from cutting bit

To Install Router Motor in Plunge Base (Fig. 10)1. Turn the router motor off Fig. 10and unplug the router fromthe power source.Place the plunge base o

5. Set the router motor upside down on its top cap with the collet/nut pointingup, and remove the cutting bit.6. Store the router motor and base in th

,_ WARNING: Always remove cutting bits from the collet/nut when the router isnot being used. Leaving bits installed could result in an accident causin

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT WiTH FIXED BASE (Figs. 13 and 14)The fixed base is designed Fig. 13with a micrometer-fineadjustment system. Whenthe bit is lowered to

6. Lock the Router Motor Clamp (A).7. While continuing to press the Coarse Adjustment Knob (B), turn the FineAdjustment Dial (F) until the "0&quo

PLUNGE ACTION (Fig. 15) Fig. 15The plunge-base featuresimplifies depth adjustmentsand allows the cutting bit tobe accurately lowered into theworkpiece

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. Thesafety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your carefu

4. Lock the Plunge-Depth Locking Lever (F). This position is now "0" (zero), thepoint from which further depth adjustments can be made.5. Ro

Micro Adjustments with the Depth=Stop Rod and Depth=Stop TurretThe Depth-Stop Rod has a Micro Adjustment Knob (G) that turns a screw insidethe rod (B)

The Depth Indicator Ring may be reset to "0" (zero) without moving the FineAdjustment Dial. This allows the user to begin adjustments from a

Deep Cuts (Fig. 20) Fig. 20The proper cutting depthfor each pass is alwaysdetermined by the material,the cutting bit size, and thetype and power of th

HEAVY-DUTY EDGE GUIDE (Figs. 22, 22a and 22b)The Router Combo comeswith a Heavy-Duty EdgeGuide. This edge guidecan be used as an aid inrouting applica

Electronic Variable Speed Control (Fig. 23)The electronic speed control Fig. 23feature allows router motorspeed to be matched to cuttersize and workpi

The speed charts above indicate the relationship between the speed setting andthe cutting application. Exact settings are determined through operator

EDGE ROUTING (Figs. 24, 24a and 24b)1. With the depth-of-cut set, Fig. 24place the router on theedge of the workpiece,making sure that thecutter does

,_ WARNING: Removing the cutting bit from the workpiece while it is stillrotating could damage the workpiece and result in loss of control, causingser

NOTE: Making test cuts is essential with most routing applications. A test cutwill give you a feel for the set-up, the router's speed, the depth

WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions in this manualbefore using this router. Failure to follow all instructions may result electri

NOTE: Making test cuts is essential with most routing applications. A test cutwill give you a feel for the set-up, the router's speed, the depth

,_ WARNING: Removing the cutting bit from workpiece while it is still rotatingcould damage the workpiece and result in loss of control, causing seriou

EDGING WITH A PILOT BiT (Figs. 31 and 31a)Arbor-type bits with pilots areexcellent for edge shapingany workpiece edge that isstraight or is curved wit

FEEDING THE ROUTER (Fig. 32)The secrets to professional-looking routing are careful set-up for the cut, proper depth-of-cut selection, knowing howthe

DiRECTiON OF FEED =iNTERNAL CUTS (Figs. 33 and 33a)When making an internal cut,such as a groove, dado, orslot, the edge guide, straightedge, or board

RATE OF FEED (Figs. 34 and 34a)The proper rate of feeddepends on several factors: thehardness and moisture contentof the workpiece, the depth ofcut, a

With almost no load on the motor, the cutting bit has a tendency to bounceoff the sides of the cut in the workpiece, producing a cut with a rippled fi

To remove the chip shield from the D-handle base, press inward on the tabs until thechip shield releases from the base and remove the chip shield. To

Dust Extraction Hood for Plunge Base (Fig. 36a)To attach the hood onto theplunge base, position andsecure it to the back of the basewith the two screw

TO ADJUST DEPTH WITH DEPTH=ADJUSTMENT WRENCH (Figs. 37, 37aand 37b) Fig. 37NOTE: The Depth-AdjustmentWrench supplied is used toadjust the depth when t

Always secure your work. Use clamps or a vise to hold the workpiecesecurely. It is safer than using your hand, and it frees both hands to operatethe t

4. When the desired depthof cut is set, tighten theclamping lever.The precise depth of cut canbe measured with a ruler.When using the plunge baseto at

WARNING: To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performedby a qualified service technician at a Sears Service Center.GENERALOnly the

REPLACEMENT OF CARBON BRUSHES (Fig. 38)Replacement brush sets are Fig. 38available through CraftsmanParts and Repair Centers.1. Unplug the router moto

TroubleI -The router does notwork• The surface of thework piece is notsmooth after cut-tingProbable Cause-Plug is not plugged intothe power source.*Pl

WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories that are notrecommended for this tool might be dangerous and could result in serious injury.Sears and o

In addition to a wide varietyof router bits, Sears alsooffers accessories suchas: Router tables, varioustemplate sets, universalrouter fence with lock

12.5 Amp / Variable Speed / 2= 1/4 Peak HP MODEL NUMBER 320.28084The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate.Always mention the Model Number in al

12.5 Amp / Variable Speed / 2=1/4 Peak HP MODEL NUMBER 320.28084The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate.Always mention the Model Number in all

12.5 Amp / Variable Speed / 2=1/4 Peak HP Fixed Base Router MODELNUMBER 320.28084The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate.Always mention the Mo

12.5 Amp / Variable Speed / 2=1/4 Peak HP MODEL NUMBER 320.28084The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate.Always mention the Model Number in all

ELECTRICAL SAFETY_, WARNING: Do not permit fingers to touch the terminals of the plug wheninstalling or removing the plug from the outlet.o Double ins

12.5 Amp / Variable Speed / 2=1/4 Peak HP MODEL NUMBER 320.28084The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate.Always mention the Model Number in all

12.5 Amp / Variable Speed / 2=1/4 Peak HP Fixed Base Router MODEL NUM=BER 320.28084The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate.Always mention tool

2750839000 Rotor 1245700008000 Ball Bearing 125 3123280000 Fan Baffle 126 5620040000 Screw 327 2822255000 LED Holder ASSY 128 5700056000 Ball Bearing

5630015000 Prevailing Torque Hexagon Nut52 3700352000 Washer53 5650172000 Wave Washer54 5660005000 E Ring55 3400189000 Lock Bolt56 3123294000 Dust Bra

80 5640045000 Bolt 181 3660254000 Torsion Spring 182 3420398000 Plunge Lock Lever 183 5650007000 Spring Washer 184 5620039000 Screw 15670026000 Pin 18

107 3123530000 Cord Guard108 5610106000 Tapping Screw109 3120234000 Cord Anchorage110 3320517000 Right Handle Cover111 5610106000 Tapping Screw112 561

3700352000137 3123282000138 3123294000139 5620067000140 3122924000141 5620049000AccessoriesWasherButtonDust BracketScrewBase PlateScrew111113142 56200

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Your HomeFor repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances,lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems,no matter who made it, no

A smaller wire gauge size has greater capacity than a larger number (14-gaugewire has more capacity than 16-gauge wire; 12-gauge wire has more capac-i

SAFETY RULES FOR ROUTERS_, CAUTION: Cutting bits coast after the router is switched off.• Hold the tool by insulated gripping surfaces (handles) when

ooKeep cutting pressure constant. Do not overload the motor.Use only sharp cutting bits that are not chipped or cracked. Blunt cuttingbits will cause