I too, have a 3" belt sander Model no. 315.11720 that runs like a champ. BUT it needs a new sanding belt, and I would really like a copy of the manual. I wrote to *****/Craftsman and requested a copy of the manual, however "Unfortunately, ***** no longer has a manual available for this tool.".

I would really like to use this tool, if you have a copy could you post it?

Thanks for any help.

tyr ryobi, they made the sander for craftsman

Carl

The manual is at *****.com but you have to purchase it. Below is the model number and part number for owner manual that I copied and pasted.

Model 3" BELT SANDER - 315117120 (PLATEN ASSEMBLY)

OWNER'S MANUAL 612547-768R

Are you still looking for one? I have it in soft copy.

Do you still need one? I have it in softcopy.

I sure would apreciate a copy of the old of date manual for the Belt Sander model no 315.11720. Cliff

cliff1948888@comcast.net

or

cwalters@insideoregon.com

Yes I could still use a copy of that manual.

David southerncross972@msn.com

Hi,

Your post is old, so don't know if this will reach you. I'm a retired lady who needs to sand a door, so my son-in-law helped me buy a Craftsman 3" belt sander, Model No. 315.11720 at a pawn shop, then went back to Alaska before he could show me how to put the sandpaper thingie on.

Were you successful in finding an instruction manual for your sander? If so, could you share how you did that?

Thanks for any help!!

Hi,

I'm a retired lady who's kind of handy, and my son-in-law helped me buy an old Craftsman belt sander at a pawn shop because I'm taking about 8,000 coats of paint off my front door.

He went back to Alaska before he could show me how to change the sandpaper belt thing -- do you have a manual you could share?

Thanks for any help.

......with the cord unplugged........use your body to push the sander's FRONT ROLLER against your workbench (or wall or door jamb)......the roller/frame will move and offset.....catching on a pin holding it in the "Open" position......

Install the correct sanding belt .......in the correct direction and tap the front roller on the workbench (or with a mallet).......the roller will release from the pin and automatically tighten.......With the cord plugged in .......use the knurled screw to adjust the belt to run true........

"...measure once.....cut twice....throw that one away and cut a new one...."

If you could send a copy of the manual to windusc@verizon.net, it would be greatly appreciated! Bought mine at a flea market and no manual.

I just purchased one of these at a garage sale. I was searching for some documentation and came across your offer to send a softcopy. Could you possibly send a copy to mso999@hotmail.com?

Thank you

Mike O'Donnell

Take tension off belt by placing front pulley (wheel) against floor or workbench and giving a big push. Replace belt with arrow in clockwise direction. Retension by placing tip of flat headed medium-sized screw driver against the box housing in center (where the ID plate is attached) and the shank of the screwdriver against the horizontal plate that holds the front wheel. Give the plate a push forward and it should snap back into tension mode.

I don't know if you recieved a soft copy of the manual for this sander but if you did could forward a copy to me at nicksbronco@aol.com

Thanks

Nick Braun

No, unfortunately, I've never heard any reply. If I do find it somewhere, I will send you a copy.

- Mike O.

Could you also send one to g.staky@comcast.net?

GStaky

I happen to be in Iraq right now, but fortunatly I have reach back to my files. If any one needs a copy, I have a PDF copy of the old manual for this belt sander.

Steve

If you could send a copy to mso999@hotmail.com, I would greatly appreciate it.

- Mike O'Donnell

If possible,I would be most appreciative if you could send a pdf. copy to dsbuck2@embarqmail.com

Thanks for your service to our country.

Best regards: Don Buck

Thanks for the offer and if you could send a copy to paws2chat@yahoo.com, I'd appreciate it. Hope your tour of duty goes smoothly and thanks for your service.

paws2fix

please fwd.copy to kferguson26@cogeco.ca

I just found mine and would be glad to scan it and send it on. Just ask for it.

I would love a copy of the manual. my email is: abstrother13@yahoo.com

Thanks a whole bunch. I can't find the manual for sale anywhere!

You should see it in your e-mail shortly......

With Regards from Baghdad!

If you still have a copy of the manual for this sander I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks in advance for your assistance

Would really appreciate a copy of the Craftsman 315.11720 Manual if you would be so kind. Thanks in advance for your assistance.

Ralph

Need your e-mail address.

My Email is hcurtis@cox.net

Thanks..............

My email address is rjpostula@comcast.net

Thanks again

My email address is rjpostula@comcast.net

Thanks again

Steve:

Would appreciate it if you could also e-mail me a copy of the manual for the Craftsman hand belt sander (315.11720). Mine appears to have gone AWOL during a PCS sometime between 1975 and the present.

Is there anything you and/or your buddies would like in return (that I can legally mail to an APO, that is)? Let me know an APO address and I'll send a care package.

Thanks again.

Mike Mintzer

SSG (USA-Ret)

michaelmintzer@earthlink.net

Mike

It should be in your "inbox" in about 2 minutes.

Hello, I just came into possession of Sears hand belt sander 315.1720 at a garage sale Saturday .... greatly appreciate if I can also get a copy of the manual send to me ..... thanks much in advance

John_Willie@bellsouth.net

Hello, if anyone has a soft copy of the owners manual or especially a parts manual, I would greatly appreciate a copy. Thanks!

What is your e-mail address?

E-mail ia pjelgin@frontiernet.net

Many Thanks. Rusty

OTW........

If you have a softcopy of the manual for the belt sander Craftsman 315-11720, I'd like to have one because I'm unable to open the case.

My E-Mail is ichiduoduma@hotmail.com

I would love a copy of that manual. jsuper21@yahoo.com. I can't seem to locate one at all.

Could you please send me a copy of that sander? jsuper21@yahoo.com

thanks

I hope this helps. If it does, the only repayment I ask is that you pass the word to friends and family to do what you can to support http://www.opfth.com/ (Operation From the Heart). They gather items needed by the troops in the tough outer FOB locations, and send them out to them. I have friends that after not having a shower for a week received a box of baby-wipes. What a joy to get them at that time!!

Thank you - bless you............

If that manual is available I too would love to get on the list to receive a copy. THANX!

Please send me the manual as well...

olericat@yahoo.com

thanks in advance..

I would really appreciate it if you could e-mail me that manual. This is my lat grandfather's model.

seansich@gmail.com

I too need copy..just returned from in-laws and we couldnt figure out how to put sand paper on and make tight.

Copy of manual or any help would be appreiated.

Thanks

cablaha@aol.com

are you the one with the manual?

Would really appreciate it..

Need help making sand paper tight..

Thanks

Nancy

cablaha@aol.com

Would you be willing to send a copy of your Craftsman Belt Sander Model 315.11720 to me? My son has inherited his grandfather and would like to refinish the picnic table and we can not figure out how to change belt. It would be greatly appreciated!

My email address is Tuckercare@verizon.net

I am still looking for Manual.

Did you ever get one?

Nancy

I would appreciate a copy.

Thanks in advance. Email address is gesiak@comcast.net

I also am in need of the Owners Manual.

Thanks

jruch3@verizon.net

Could you please also send me a copy? My is running great, but I'm not sure how to put on a new belt.

Thank you.

Kind regards,

Sue

SNee16@cox.net

Would love to have a copy of the manual for this sander.

My e-mail address is : joyce@pmtnet.net

Thank you so much for your help.

If you can please email me a copy of the manual for this sander at cardoug@atlantic.net. Thanks

could you send it to me at: joyce@pmtnet.net

Thank you so much.

Joyce

I'd like an electronic copy too. Please send to dpwiebe@gmail.com

I borrowed a Craftsman 3" belt sander from a friend & they don't have the manual. At a loss for how to load sand paper & operate it. Could someone please email me a copy of the manual.

Thanks,

Donna

could you please send me a copy of the manual. I just found your email stating that you have one and can send it email. I would so appreciate it. This sander belonged to my father. thanks

If you still have the manual scanned in, could you send me a copy, I just found your email about having the manual. This belonged to my father who was 85 years old and I would like to be able to use it. thanks, nrmmj@airmail.net

I have one of these belt sanders and was wondering if you could send me a copy to my Email @ adam@dookie.us.

Thank You,

Adam

Hello,

I don't know if the offer for the owner manual for sander 315.11720 is still available. If it is I would greatly appreciate a copy.
My email is mail4me11220@hotmail.com

Thank you in advance,

Bill

My husband has this belt sander and did not receive the manual. We would be so grateful if you could send us a soft copy to cel517@yahoo.com Thanks so much --- He was trying to use it and also was having problems getting frustrated that the manual was not available.

God bless you, I hope you are home safe and sound. My husband put in 20 years in the navy.

Thank you, I would like to have a copy of the manual.

joyce@pmtnet.net

Joyce

Yes, I would love to have a copy.

My e-mail address is:joyce@pmtnet.net

Thank you in advance

Joyce

Yes, yes, please send it to joyce@pmtnet.net

Thanks,

Joyce

It would very kind of you if you can send me the user manual.

million thanks.

fredlaroche at hotmail.com

Hi, my boyfriend inherited one of these from his father, but without a manual. I would love it if you could send us a copy. Thanks so much!! Debb Cathcart

Debb, I am not the best at this but if you will send me your e-mail address to joyce@pmtnet.net I will send you the manual.

Joyce

Let me know that you get it, as sometimes the satellite internet connections are a bit dodgy here in Iraq.

What e-mail address?

My e-mail address is :joyce@pmtnet.net

Yes, I did get it. Thank you so much. I have been sharing it. How are things going for you? My prayers are with you. When will you get to come home?

I just was given a used belt sander model #31511720 Do you still have a soft copy of the manual for it available. I would greatly appreciate any help. Also are replacement parts for the pulleys still available. Thanks Lisa

coffmommy@aol.com

Would you also be able to send a copy of the manual to cjdunkak@gmail.com? I would greatly appreciate it.

Thanks

I tried sending but the address did not work. Please try again

Joyce

Can you please try again? cjdunkak@.com is the correct email address. If it doesn't work again, can you please try cjdunkak@yahoo.com

Thanks alot.

Can you please try sending the Copy of Crafstman 315.11720 User Manual again. My email address is cjdunkak@comcast.net.

Thanks

Chris

Let me know if you got the manual. I am not the sharpest tool in the shed.

Joyce

I would sure appreciate receiving a copy of the manual for the above belt sander.

My e-mail address is fantasy3fish@yahoo.com

Thanks,

Is that owners manual still available? I inherited one from my Dad, but do not have the manual.

Thank you,

jrlewis_87@yahoo.com

I would love a copy as well. benstodd@gmail.com.

By the way... Thanks for your service in Iraq!

I can't believe how many people are after this manual! I too need one and would be very grateful to receive a pdf copy.

Pls. send to bobgor66@aol.com

Hello, I would also greatly appreciate a copy of the Craftsman #315.11720 manual. My e-mail is:

mburris@huskers.unl.edu

thank you.

could you also send me one gbh1360@gmail.com

Thanks Don

I tried to send but the address was rejected. Do you have another?

Joyce

Hello, I would also greatly appreciate a copy of the Craftsman #315.11720 manual. My e-mail is:

greenphantom61@yahoo.com

Many Thanks, Jack

Was given a model:315.11750 3" x 21" Craftsman Belt Sander. Had been on a shelf for a long time and no manual. Posts indicate that there are manuals available. If possible, please send a manual by e-mail to wljpops@gmail.com or post where to find.

I inherited this model as well and could also use a copy of the manual. rktaylor97@yahoo.com How does one re-engage the front roller tension after installing a new belt? Do you simply pry it back into place with leverage and pressure? Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.

Regards,

Rich

rktaylor97@yahoo.com

Please send me a copy of the manual at dpwiebe@gmail.com. Thanks.

Trying to help my niece out. Her dad left her this sander Sears Sander 315.11720 and she needs the manual so she can figure out how to change the belt. All help is appreciated. Thanks!

bhunter2224@yahoo.com

mcrawley96 at gmail.com

Can I post it to one of the old tools websites?

You can post it. I need your address to send it to you. What state do you live in? I live in Va. My address is joyce@pmtnet.net

I need a manual for a Sears Model 315.11720 Belt Sander ? If someone has a copy (pdf) I'd appreciate one.

Thanks,

buddy608@gmail.com

Looks like it's my turn. Can I also have someone email me a copy of the manual? gomez_paul@hotmail.com. Thanks!

Just picked up this beltsander from a friend but no manual anyone have a copy my email address is cyberphyr at hotmail.com

My email address is dolanmite67@msn.com. I realy need to know how to change the belt. Like most of the messages that I have seen on this site. In advance, thank you.

The manual is OTW, however in the mean time to change the belt. Simply hold the sander so that the front wheel is on your work bench. Place pressure on the wheel until it moves in and clicks into a locked position. Once you have new belt on, place a screwdriver between idler pully and support bracket (right side center). Place pressure on idler pulley, pressing towards front of sander. The pressure wheel will click release and spring pressure will return to belt. Hold unit upside down, carefully apply power, and adjust screw on opposite side from where you released the idler pulley - it will adjust tracking in and out from striker bar.

Good luck!

Didn't realize the sander was such an old model but I don't feel like such a doofus for not being able to figure out how to change belts now with so many requests from people more talented than I with tools..I could also use a soft copy[?] of directions if you still have them. thanks

http://www.managemylife.com/mmh/lis_pdf/OWNM/L0012020.pdf

I have this same model (Model #31511720) and you can still get the model 31511721 (one not zero) manual, which is the same - from the sears part website.

I need a manual for my belt sanders model no.315.11720
my email: jimbo99985@yahoo.com, thanks.

Please send a copy of the manual to redpalmeradoyahoo.com

I'd love a copy too!! I can post it online so you won't have to keep emailing it if you want me too!!

jacobwinn@me.com

Thanks!

I have this sander but have not use it in years and don't remember how to change the belts and I am getting very frustrated with it. Have a big project and will like to use it. So can you send me a copy of this manual too or at least explain how to do this. Thank you.

gem2gem1@yahoo.com

Could I please get a manual as well. Many thanks!
sparks_aj@hotmail.com

AJ

Could I also get a manual sent to yoyomasterjr@gmail.com

Appreciate if you can please send a softcopy of Craftsman Belt Sander Model# 315-11720 manual to petina.minerva.tan@gmail.com

Thanks!

-
Petina

If anyone still has a copy of the owner's manual, I would greatly appreciate receiving a copy of it. Please email to marlaandchuck@cox.net.

Thank you so much!

Snowery if you are still on site would you please forward me a copy of the manual for the above sander? Or if anyone else has one they could send me it would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!
Jeldance43@Yahoo.com

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enter in your model number and vwala your manual for download

I worked for searz for along time and this was a commin question for your best search result usethe item number or serial number if its old you wont find it

http://m.managemylife.com/index.html

this website for manuals is my most favorite though . If your not finding the manual it might be the number your tying is wromg so try some other number on your device

Anyone know where you can get the two bearings (insert/sleeve) for the drive, or power axle. Sears has discontinued the part and I need two. Sander is otherwise in fine shape would really hate to have to dump it.

Mac

Could also use a copy, I can't get the tension to return.
mlselley@msn.com

Thank you

Hi, If someone still has the manual floating around I'd love a pdf! email is rockmandolinist@gmail.com Thanks in advance!

Hello,

If someone still can send a copy of the users manual, my email address is queenoftiki@gmail.com. I would be extremely grateful.

Thank you and I will keep my fingers crossed!

I bought this sander new in 1978 or 79. It has been a workhorse and just now needs a new platen under the belt - the old one wore through in one spot. For those who still want a PDF of the original manual, email me at cm2bdis@gmail.com.

Need to know how to release the front roller after locking it into place. My manual is missing...lost in the divorce!
If anyone has one to down load my email is kcox54@suddenlink.net.

Thanks,
Karen

Lay the sander flat on it's left (closed) side. Install a new 3x21 belt with proper grit for project. With the sander still laying flat on it's left side, firmly whack the front roller with a plastic mallet on the right - open side of the roller (driving it towards the ground). that will release the catch and the roller will spring forward into position. If you need to, replace the skid shoe that the belt rides on at this time. As of the date of this post, the skid shoe, belt, springs and a selection of screws are the only parts that Sears still offers.

Link to manual

http://www.shopyourway.com/manuals/19852?brand_name_search=315+11720+belt+sander+manual

just use a screw driver as the manual shows the front wheel pops in place easly... no need to use a hammer

I seem to be a bit late to this thread. Don't know if anyone has the manual in soft copy, but I finally need one and can't find mine anywhere (too many moves, to many years...).

Any help greatly appreciated!

Never mind. The copy of the 315.11721 manual provided what I needed. Thanks!!

I saw in the blogs that you have a copy of the manual in a PDF. Would you mind sending it to me? I purchased it at a garage sale and need to replace the belt and the sandpaper. My email is kdwtrash@gmail.com. Thanks in advance!

Could someone send a copy of the Owners Manual PDF to me also? I have acquired one of the Craftsman Model 315.11720 belt sanders, but no manual.

Thanks very much, Mike

"Renneberg@aol.com"

Hello
I also need this manual, would love a soft copy if you would kindly send to catballoo@juno.com.
thank you soo much, Kris

Hello, I am a widow trying to use my belated husband's craftsman 315 11720 belt sander to get a closet door to close but I can't get the belt on. I watched a youtube video on how to change a belt and then I tried to push the front wheel in like the video showed, but it just snaps back after I push it in. How do I get it to stay released? Thank you all for your help!