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USER MANUAL CMEW213 Craftsman

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Definitions: Safety Alert Symbols and Words

This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert you to hazardous situations and your risk of personal injury or property damage.

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WIPING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CATION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
(Without word) Indicates a safety related message.

NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

Fig. A

COMPONENTS

1 Three position handle
2 Locking arm
3 Two position belt cover
4 Sanding belt
5 On/off switch
6 Lock-on button
7 Sanding belt lever
8 Main handle
9 Tracking adjustment knob
10 Dust exhaust port
11 Dust bag (not pictured)

WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all
Instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
WARNING: Never modify the product or any part of it. Damage or personal injury could result.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the instruction manual.

If you have any questions or comments about this or any product, call CRAFTSMAN toll free at: 1-888-331-4569.

3" X 21" (75 mm X 533 mm) Belt Sander CMEW213

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

SAVE ALL WARNING AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

1) Work Area Safety

a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

2) Electrical Safety

a) 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.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

3) Personal Safety

a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under

the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, 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.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

4) Power Tool Use and Care

a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/ or remove the battery, pack if detachable, from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

e) Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool's operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits, etc. in accordance with these 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.
h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

5) Service

a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

Belt Sander SafetyWarnings

• Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, because the sanding surface may contact its own cord. Cutting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.

Belt Sander Supplemental SafetyWarnings

• Always use proper eye protection and a respirator when sanding.
• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
• Sanding of lead-based paint is not recommended. See Sanding Lead Based Paint for additional information before sanding paint.
  Clean your tool out periodically.
• Do not wet sand with this sander. Liquids may enter the motor housing and cause electric shock.
• Empty dust bag frequently. Especially when sanding resin coated surfaces such as polyurethane, varnish, shellac, etc. The accumulation of fine sanding dust particles may self ignite and cause fire.

• Do not operate this tool for long periods of time. Vibration caused by the operating action of this tool may cause permanent injury to fingers, hands, and arms. Use gloves to provide extra cushion, take frequent rest periods, and limit daily time of use.

• Sanding of lead-based paint, chemically pressure treated lumber or other materials that may contain carcinogens is not recommended. Sanding of these materials should only be performed by a professional.

• ALWAYS disconnect tool from the power source before changing abrasive belts. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
• ALWAYS maintain a firm grip with both hands on the belt sander handles to prevent loss of control.
• ALWAYS keep fingers away from the moving belt and areas where the belt enters the housing to avoid severe abrasion.
• Do not operate belt sander without all guards and covers securely in place.
• To avoid injury, do not use this tool in a stand that would invert it for use as a stationary belt sander. This tool is not made for that application.

Specific SafetyWarnings and Instructions: Sanders

Sanding Lead Based Paint

Sanding of lead based paint is NOT RECOMMENDED due to the difficulty of controlling the contaminated dust. The greatest danger of lead poisoning is to children and pregnant women.

Since it is difficult to identify whether or not a paint contains lead without a chemical analysis, we recommend the following precautions when sanding any paint:

Personal Safety

• No children or pregnant women should enter the work area where the paint sanding is being done until all clean up is completed.
• A dust mask or respirator should be worn by all persons entering the work area. The filter should be replaced daily or whenever the wearer has difficulty breathing.

NOTE: Only those dust masks suitable for working with lead paint dust and fumes should be used. Ordinary painting masks do not offer this protection. See your local hardware dealer for the proper (NIOSH approved) mask.

• NO EATING, DRINKING or SMOKING should be done in the work area to prevent ingesting contaminated paint particles. Workers should wash and clean up BEFORE eating, drinking or smoking. Articles of food, drink, or smoking should not be left in the work area where dust would settle on them.

Environmental Safety

• Paint should be removed in such a manner as to minimize the amount of dust generated.
• Areas where paint removal is occurring should be sealed with plastic sheeting of 4 mils thickness.
• Sanding should be done in a manner to reduce tracking of paint dust outside the work area.

ENGLISH

Cleaning and Disposal

• All surfaces in the work area should be vacuumed and thoroughly cleaned daily for the duration of the sanding project. Vacuum filter bags should be changed frequently.
• Plastic drop cloths should be gathered up and disposed of along with any dust chips or other removal debris. They should be placed in sealed refuse receptacles and disposed of through regular trash pick-up procedures. During clean up, children and pregnant women should be kept away from the immediate work area.
• All toys, washable furniture and utensils used by children should be washed thoroughly before being used again.

Additional Safety Information

WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday glasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT:

ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3)
ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
- NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.

WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• lead from lead-based paints,
  crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
  arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.

WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/ or perse dust, which may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body.

WARNING: Always wear proper personal hearing protection that conforms to ANSI S12.6 (S3.19)

during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.

Air vents often cover moving parts and should be avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
- An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cable, that is, 16 gauge has more capacity than 18 gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. When using more than one extension to make up the total length, be sure each individual extension contains at least the minimum wire size. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The lower the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets

Volts		Total Length of Cord in Feet(meters)
120 V 25 (7.6)		50 (15.2)	100 (30.5)	150 (45.7)
240 V 50 (15.2)		100 (30.5)	200 (61.0)	300 (91.4)
Ampere Rating		American Wire Gauge
More Than	Not More Than
0.6	18 16 14
6	10 18 16 14 12
10	12 16 16 14 12
12	16 14 12 Not Recommended

The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their definitions are as follows:

V. volt s rated speed
Hz . hertz
min.........minutes
- or DC....direct current
Class I Construction (grounded)
..min..per minute
BPMi... .beats per minute
IPM............impacts per minute
RPM revolutionsper minute
sfpm.....surface feet per minute
SPM.........strokes per minute
OPM. oscillations per minute
A. amperes
W.....watts
or AC....alternating current
or AC/DC....alternatingor direct current
Classll Construction (double insulated)
no.. no load speed

rated current of the appropriate fuse- link in amperes	the time/current characteristic, as given in IEC 60127-3
time-logminiature fuse-link where X is the symbol for	IPXX

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE

COMPONENTS (FIG. A)

Motor

Be sure your power supply agrees with the nameplate marking. Voltage decrease of more than 10% will cause loss of power and overheating. These tools are factory tested; if this tool does not operate, check power supply.

Intended Use

This belt sander is designed for household use.

DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of flammable liquids or gases.

DO nOT let children come into contact with the tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use this tool.

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories.

An accidental start-up can cause injury.

Three Position Handle (Fig. B, C)

To adjust the three position handle 1, pull out on the locking arm 2 and move the three position handle to the desired position. Once the handle is positioned, push the locking arm in to place to lock the handle.

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Two Position Belt Cover (Fig. D)

WARNING: The sanding belt is exposed when the belt is raised. Use extra caution when operating in this mode.

The belt sander has a two position belt cover 3 at the front. When the three position handle is positioned in the uppermost position, this cover can be raised.

• Improve accessibility to narrow areas.
• Allow the operator to sand with the smaller diameter front roller (normally the belt cover prevents this when in the "down" position).
• Expose the top part of the belt for more versatile sanding.
  To raise the two position belt cover 3, grasp the flange 12 on the side and lift it in the directionshown in Figure D.

NOTE: The sanding belt cover cannot be locked in its raised position unless the bail handle is in the uppermost position. Fig.D

Adjusting the Sanding Belt Tracking (Fig. E)

Turn the machine upside down (Figure E), hold it firmly with one hand, start motor and release switch immediately after observing tracking of sanding belt. If abrasive belt runs

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outward, turn tracking adjustment knob 9 clockwise and counterclockwise if belt runs inward.

Belt life will be greatly increased by keeping the tracking adjustment set properly. To prevent the sanding belt from rubbing against the sander housing, keep the edge of the belt about 7/64" (2.7 mm) to 13/64" (5.1 mm) from the housing.

Fig. E

Changing The Sanding Belt (Fig. F, G)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from

power source before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories.

An accidental start-up can cause injury.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, make sure belt is pulled with arrows in proper direction of rotation.

Failure to do this could result in the belt unraveling creating a hazardous condition.

Pull the sanding belt lever 7 shown in Figure F to release the tension on the sanding belt. Pull the sanding belt from the two rollers. Put the new 3^ × 21^ (75 x 533 mm) sanding belt in position on the front and rear rollers (Figure G).

Ensure that the arrows on the sanding belt and on your belt sander are pointing in the same direction. Push the lever to the rear to tension the sanding belt

Fiq. F

Dust Collection (Fig. H)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories.

An accidental start-up can cause injury.

WARNING: Fire hazard. Collected sanding dust from sanding surface coatings (polyurethane, linseed oil, etc.) can self-ignite in sander dust bag or elsewhere and cause fire. To reduce risk, empty bag frequently and strictly follow sander manual and coating manufacturer's instructions.

WARNING: Fire hazard. When sanding wood that contain nails, or when sanding metal surfaces, do not use the dust bag or a vacuum cleaner because sparks are generated. Wear safety glasses and a dust mask. Due to the danger of fire, do not use your belt sander to sand magnesium surfaces. Do not use for wet sanding.

When using your belt sander, dust and grit are produced. It is important to use a dust bag. Connect the dust bag 11 by sliding the plastic opening of the bag down over the dust exhaust port 10 of the sander. To empty the dust bag, remove it from the sander and unzip the bag over a trash container.

OPERATION

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up can cause injury.

On/Off Switch and Lock-On Button (Fig. 1)

To start your belt sander, depress the on/off switch 5 as shown in Figure I. To stop your belt sander release the on/off switch. For continuous operation, depress the on/off switch then depress the lock-on button 6 and release the on/off switch. To stop your belt sander, depress the on/off switch to release the lock-on button. Release the on/off switch.

Fig.1

Proper Hand Position (Fig. J)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, YS use proper hand position as shown.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a sudden reaction.

Proper hand position requires one hand on the main handle 8 and one hand on the three position handle 1.

Handy Hints

Always start your belt sander before it is in contact with the workpiece and do not switch it off until after it has been lifted from the workpiece.
Always hold your belt sander with two hands.
Use the correct grit sanding belt for your application. The following is a suggested list of belt grits to use with different materials.

MATERIAL BEIT gRit

Solid Wood 80

Veneer 150

Chipboard 60/80

Plastics 100

Steel 80 (remove dust bag)

Paint Removal 40/60

Balsa Wood 100

Acrylic 100 40/60 100

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up can cause injury.

Accessories

WARNING: Since accessories, other than those entered by CRAFTSMAN, have not been tested with this product, use of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only CRAFTSMAN recommended accessories should be used with this product.

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance in locating any accessory, please contact CRAFTSMAN, call 1-888-331-4569.

VersatrackTM (Fig. K)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up can cause injury.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, do not use a damaged VersatrackTM peg hook or VersatrackTM Trackwall. A damaged VersattrackTM peg hook or VersatrackTM Trackwall will not support the weight of the tool.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal DO NOT suspend tool overhead or suspend objects from the peg hook. ONLY suspend tool on the VersatrackTM Trackwall using the peg hook.

ENGLISH

WARNING: Ensure that the tool weight does not exceed the maximum rated weight for the selected VersatrackTM hook.

WARNING: When hanging objects on a Versatrack™ wall rail, adequately space the tools in order to not exceed 75 lb (35 kg) per linear foot.

IMPORTANT: Versatrack™ accessories mount compatible tools securely to the Versatrack™ Trackwall system.

1. Turn tool off, disconnect it from power source and remove accessories.

CAUTION: Any product with exposed cutting teeth must have them covered securely if it is to be on the VersatrackTM Trackwall.

1. Mount the peg hook 13 to the VersatrackTM Trackwall.
2. Slide the tool loop 14 onto the peg hook on the tool.

NOTE: VersatrackTM accessories for use with your tool are available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance in locating any accessory, please contact CRAFTSMAN, call 1-888-331-4569.

Fig. K

Cleaning

WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye protection when performing this.

WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts of the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.

Repairs

WARNING: To assure product SAFETY and BILITIES, repairs, maintenance and adjustment (including power cord repairs, and brush inspection and replacement, when applicable) should be performed by a CRAFTSMAN factory service center or a CRAFTSMAN authorized service center. Always use identical replacement parts.

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Three Year Limited Warranty

CRAFTSMAN will repair or replace, without charge, any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship for three years from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover part failure due to normal wear or tool abuse. For further detail of warranty coverage and warranty repair information, visit www.craftsman.com or call

1-888-331-4569. This warranty does not apply to accessories or damage caused where repairs have been made or attempted by others. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND EXCLUDING ALL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary in certain states or provinces.

90 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of your CRAFTSMAN Power Tool or Nailer for any reason, you can return it within 90 days from the date of purchase with a receipt for a full refund - no questions asked.

LATIN AMERICA: This warranty does not apply to products sold in Latin America. For products sold in Latin America, see country specific warranty information contained in the packaging, call the local company or see website for warranty information.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

BE SURE TO FOLLOW SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS

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PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Unit will not start. Cord not plugged in. Plug tool into a working outlet.

Circuit fuse is blown. Replace circuit fuse. (If the product repeatedly causes the circuit fuse to blow, discontinue use immediately and have it serviced at an authorized service center.)

Circuit breaker is tripped. Reset circuit breaker. (If the product repeatedly causes the circuit fuse to blow, discontinue use immediately and have it serviced at an authorized service center.)

Cord or switch is damaged. Have cord or switch replaced at an authorized service center.

REEMPLACEMENT Gratisuit DES ETIQUETTES

PROBLEM CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION POSSIBLE

PROBLEMA CAUSA POSIBLE SOLUCION POSIBLE