Owner’s manual
Where can I buy Craftsman replacement parts?
We recommend buying replacement parts for your Craftsman router table model 32028180 through Sears PartsDirect, using the model number to match parts correctly and avoid fit issues. Your 32028180 owner's manual also helps you identify the right part names and hardware before ordering.
Use the model number 32028180 first, then confirm the part description against the parts list in the manual.
- Find your model number on the tool label and match it exactly (32028180).
- Use the parts list and diagrams in the manual to identify the part you need.
- Confirm whether the part is a table component (fence hardware, knobs, guard) versus a router accessory.
- If you are mounting a different router, verify compatibility details before buying mounting hardware.
- Order only after you confirm quantities (washers, bolts, knobs) so you do not come up short mid-repair.
The manual for this router table includes a parts list and assembly details, which is the fastest way to confirm what you need.
| What you’re replacing | What to verify first | Where to check |
|---|---|---|
| Fence mounting hardware | Correct knobs, washers, bolts, and count | 32028180 owner's manual |
| Dust collection/guard parts | Guard style and how it attaches | 32028180 owner's manual |
| Router mounting fit | Sub-base diameter and mounting hole pattern | 32028180 owner's manual |
Router table parts are easy to confuse because many fasteners and assemblies look similar. Matching by model 32028180 and using the manual’s parts list reduces returns and helps your router table assemble correctly and operate safely.
Last updated: February 2026
How to replace a Craftsman router bit?
To replace a router bit on the Craftsman 32028180 router table, unplug the router, raise the collet for access, loosen the collet nut, swap the bit, then tighten the collet securely before routing. Always use the bit guard and keep hands clear of the spinning bit.
- Turn the router table switch OFF and unplug the router from the outlet.
- Remove dust and chips around the insert ring, fence, and guard so nothing interferes with the collet.
- Raise the router collet above the table enough to access the bit (use above-table height adjustment if your router supports it).
- Loosen the collet nut (counterclockwise) and remove the old bit.
- Insert the new bit shank into the collet, then back it out slightly (do not bottom it out).
- Tighten the collet nut firmly so the bit is securely clamped.
- Reinstall and adjust the bit guard height so it clears the bit and workpiece.
| Check | What to look for | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Bit size vs. insert opening | Cutting diameter does not exceed the tabletop insert clearance hole | Prevents the bit from striking the insert ring |
| Bit condition | No cracks, chips, or dull cutting edges | Reduces kickback risk and bit breakage |
| Guard and fence setup | Guard installed; fence supports the cut | Helps keep hands away and improves control |
The 32028180 router table’s above-the-table height adjustment feature works only with specific Craftsman routers (including models 17541, 17542, and 17543). For other routers, adjust bit height using the router’s normal base adjustment method.
A router bit that is not clamped securely, is oversized for the insert opening, or is used without the guard can cause kickback or throw fragments. Proper bit installation and guard setup keeps the cut controlled and your hands protected.
For model-specific operating and safety details, follow the 32028180 owner's manual.
Last updated: February 2026
What is a Sears Craftsman router?
A Sears Craftsman router is a woodworking power tool used to shape edges, cut grooves (dados/rabbets), and make precise profiles with router bits. For model Craftsman 32028180, the documentation is for a router table, which is a bench-top accessory that mounts and guides a compatible router for safer, more accurate cuts.
The 32028180 is a router table (not the handheld router motor itself). A router table gives you a flat work surface, a fence, and controls that help you feed wood steadily past the spinning bit.
Common router table features called out for this model include:
- Fence system for guiding workpieces during edge and joinery cuts
- Dust collection/guard to reduce dust dispersal
- Vacuum adapter designed for a 2-1/2 inch shop vacuum hose
- Miter gauge that adjusts 0° to 60° in both directions
- Fastening holes that let you bolt the table to a stable work surface
This router table is designed to accept multiple routers, but there are a few key fit checks.
- Keep the router sub-base diameter at 6-7/8 inches or less
- The table has six mounting holes; you typically select three that match your router base
- The distance between two opposite mounting holes is 5-3/8 inches
The above-the-table bit height adjustment feature works only with specific Craftsman routers, including model 17541 (supplied with the table in some packages) and Craftsman router models 17542 and 17543.
| Item | What it does | What you hold/move | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Router (handheld) | Spins the bit to cut wood | You move the router | Freehand edge profiling, template work |
| Router table (32028180) | Holds router upside down and guides the cut | You move the wood | Straighter edges, repeatable joinery, safer small-part routing |
Knowing whether you have a router or a router table helps you buy the right parts and accessories (router bits, fence hardware, dust collection pieces) and set up the tool safely, including securing the table and unplugging the router before adjustments.
For safety rules, assembly steps, and operating instructions specific to Craftsman 32028180, use the owner's manual.
Last updated: February 2026
