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MODEL NO.
113.244513
Serial
Number
___________________
Model and serial
number may be found
at the right-hand side
of the frame.
You should record both
model and serial
number in a safe place
for future use.
CAUTION:
Read GENERAL and
ADDITIONAL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
carefully
CRRFTSMRN
10-INCH
BAND SAW
• assembly
• operating
• repair parts
Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL. 60684 U.S.A.
Part No. SP51C0
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN BAND SAW
If within one year from the date of purchase, this Craftsman Band Saw fails due to a defect in
material or workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of charge.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE
CENTER/DEPARTMENT THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES.
THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS USED IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., 698/731A, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684
general safety instructions for power tools
1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL
Read and understand the owner’s manual and
labels affixed to the tool. Learn its application
and limitations as well as the specific potential
hazards peculiar to this too'.
2. GROUND ALL TOOLS
This tool is equipped with an approved 3-
conductor cord and a 3-prong grounding type
plug to fit the proper grounding type receptacle.
The green conductor in the cord is the ground
ing wire. Never connect the green wire to a live
terminal.
3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE
— in working order, and in proper adjustment
and alignment.
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES
Form a habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from tool
before turning it on.
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
Floor must not be slippery due to wax or saw
dust.
6. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT
Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations
or expose them to rain. Keep work area well
lighted. Provide adequate surrounding work
space.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY
All visitors should be kept a safe distance from
work area.
8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF
— with padlocks, master switches, or by re
moving starter keys.
9. DON’T FORCE TOOL
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
10. USE RIGHT TOOL
Don’t force tool or attachment to do a job it was
not designed for.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or
jewelry (rings, wristwatches) to get caught in
moving parts. NONSLIP footwear is recom
mended. Wear protective hair covering to con
tain long hair. Roll long sleeves above the
elbow.
12. USE SAFETY GOGGLES (Head Protection)
Wear safety goggles (must comply with ANSI
Z87.1) at all times. Everyday eyeglasses only
have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT
safety glasses. Also, use face
or dust mask if
cutting operation is dusty, and ear protectors
(plugs or muffs) during extended periods of
operation.
13. SECURE WORK
Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practi
cal. It's safer than using your hand, 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 and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories.
16. DISCONNECT TOOLS
before servicing; when changing accessories
such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
17. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING
Make sure switch is in “OFF” position before
plugging in.
18. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
Consult the owner’s manual for recommended
accessories. Follow the instructions that
accompany the accessories. The use of im
proper accessories may cause hazards.
19. NEVER STAND ON TOOL
Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped
or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
Do not store materials above or near the tool
such that it is necessary to stand on the tool to
reach them.
20. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other
part that is damaged should be carefully check
ed to ensure that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Check for align
ment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other con
ditions that may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced.
21. NEVER LEAVETOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED
Turn power off. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
additional safety instructions for band saw
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert.
and knowing how your band saw works.
BEFORE USING THE SAW:
WARNING: TO AVOID MISTAKES THAT COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS, PERMANENT INJURY,
DO NOT PLUG THE SAW IN UNTIL THE FOLLOW
ING STEPS HAVE BEEN SATISFACTORILY
COMPLETED:
1. Assembly and alignment.
2. Learn the function and proper use of the on-off
switch, upper blade guide, lock knob, lower blade
guide, tension adjusting knob, table lock knobs,
bevel scale, guide, bar lock knob, and blade thrust
bearing adjustment.
3. Read and understand an sa‘etv instructions and
operating procedures throughout the manual.
4. Read the tollovv'ing labeis .vh cn appear on the front
of the band saw ana o^aoe oua'd
DANGER
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY;
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BEFORE
ADJUSTING
WHEN INSTALLING OR MOVING THE
SAW
1. To avoid injury ‘'em unexpected saw movement:
a. Bolt or clamp the saw to a sturdy level workbench
or stand whe-e there is plenty of room for feeding
the workpiece
b. Adjust the saw so the table is level and the saw
does not rocK
c. Bolt the bench or' stand to the floor if it tends to
slip, slide, or tip over during operations like cutting
long, heavy ooai'ds
d. Turn saw off and unplug electric cord before mov
ing the saw to a new area.
2. Store and use the band saw indoors.
BEFORE EACH USE
1, Inspect your saw. If any part of this band saw is
missing, or bent, or failed in any way, or any electrical
components do not work properly, turn the saw off,
mmove switch key. and unplug the saw. Replace
damaged, missing, or failed parts before using the
sa.v again.
2, = a- ,our work to protect your eyes, hands, face,
ea-; aw:: body.
a. Do not do layout, assemble, or set up work on
the table while the saw is running.
b. Wear safety goggles (not glasses) that comply
with ANSI Z87.1 (shown on package). Using any
power tool can result in foreign objects being
thrown into the eyes, which can result in perma
nent eye damage. Safety goggles are available
at Sears retail or catalog stores. Use of glasses
or use of goggles not in compliance with ANSI
Z87.1 could result in severe injury from breakage
of the eye protection.
К FORESIGHT IS
" BEHERTHAN
NO SIGHT
c. For dusty operations, wear a face shield along
with safety goggles.
d. Use extra caution with large, very small, or awk
ward workpieces,
1. Use extra supports (tables, saw horses, etc.)
for any workpieces large enough to tip when
not held down to the table top.
2. Do not feed small pieces that require your
finger holding the workpiece to go under the
guard area. Use jigs or fixtures to hold the
work and keep yours hands away from the
blade.
3. When cutting irregularly shaped workpieces,
plan your work so it will not pinch the blade.
A piece of molding, for example, must lay flat
or be held by a fixture or jig that will not let it
twist, rock or slip while being cut.
4. Properly support round material such as
dowel rods, or tubing. They have a tendency
to roll while being cut, causing the blade to
“bite." To avoid this, always use a “V” block,
or clamp the workpiece to a miter gauge.
e. To avoid risk of hearing damage, wear ear plugs
or muffs during extended periods of operation.
f. To avoid being suddenly caught in the blade:
1. Do not wear gloves.
2. Remove all jewelry and loose clothing.
3. Tie back long hair.
4. Roll long sleeves above the elbow.
g. To avoid injury from accidental starting, always
unplug saw, turn switch off and remove switch
key before removing the guard, installing or re
moving any blade, accessory or attachment, or
making any adjustments.
h. To avoid slips and jams causing injury:
1. Choose the right size and style blade for the
material and the type of cutting you plan to
do. Use this band saw to cut only wood, wood
like products and plastic.
2. Make sure the blade teeth point downward
toward the table.
3. Make sure the blade tracking guides and
thrust bearings are properly adjusted.
4. Always check and correctly adjust blade
tension.
I. To avoid accidental blade contact, minimize blade
breakage and provide maximum blade support.
1. Always adjust the upper blade guide and blade
guard to just clear the workpiece.
2. Plan your hand placement so your fingers will
not be where a sudden slip could cause them
to hit the blade.
j. Make sure all clamps and knobs are tight and
there is no excessive play in any parts.
k. To avoid an electrical shock, make sure your fin
gers do not touch the metal prongs on the plug
when installing or removing the plug to or from
a live outlet.
l. Never turn your band saw “ON” before clearing
everything except the workpiece and related feed
or support devices off the table.
WHENEVER SAW IS RUNNING
WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW FAMILIARITY (GAINED
FROM FREQUENT USE OF YOUR BAND SAW) TO
CAUSE A CARELESS MISTAKE. ALWAYS RE
MEMBER THAT A CARELESS FRACTION OF A SEC
OND IS SUFFICIENT TO INFLICT SEVERE INJURY.
a. If your saw makes an unfamiliar noise or if it
vibrates excessively, stop immediately. Turn the
saw off. Remove switch key and unplug the saw.
Do not restart until finding and correcting the
problem.
b. Avoid awkward hand positions where a sudden
slip could cause a hand to move into the blade.
c. Feed the workpiece only fast enough to let the
blade cut without bogging down or binding.
d. Before freeing jammed material, turn saw off. Re
move switch key. Remove plug from power
source outlet. Wait for all moving parts to stop.
e. When backing up the workpiece, the blade may
bind in the kerf (cut). This is usually caused by
sawdust clogging up the kerf or because the
blade comes out of the guides. If this happens:
1. Turn saw off.
2. Unplug saw.
3. Remove switch key.
4. Wait for all moving parts to stop.
5. Remove band saw cover.
6. Stick a flat blade screwdriver or wedge into
the kerf.
7. Turn the upper wheel by hand using your palm
while backing up the workpiece.
f. Before removing loose pieces from the table, turn
saw off and wait for all moving parts to stop.
g. To avoid injury from untested or improper acces
sories, use only Recommended Accessories
listed on the Accessory page of this manual.
glossary of terms for woodworking
Beveling
An angle cutting operation through the face of the board.
Crosscut
A cutting operation made across the width of the
workpiece.
Compound Cutting
A simultaneous bevel and miter cutting operation.
FPM
Feet per minute. Used in reference to surface speed
of blade.
Freehand (as used for band saw)
Performing a cut without the workpiece properly sup
ported on the work table.
Gum
A sticky, sap-based residue from wood products.
Kerf
The material removed by the blade In a through cut or
the slot produced by the blade in a non-through or
partial cut.
Leading End
The end of the workpiece which is pushed into the
cutting tool first.
Mitering
An angle cutting operation made across the width of
the workpiece.
Push Stick
A device used to feed the workpiece through the saw
during narrow ripping type operations so the operator’s
hands are kept well away from the blade.
Resaw
A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the work
piece to make thinner pieces.
Resin
A sticky, sap-based substance that has dried.
Ripping
A cutting operation along the length of the workpiece.
Sawblade Path
The area of the worktable or workpiece directly In line
with the saw blade.
Set
The distance the tip of the saw blade tooth is bent
outward from the face of the blade.
Trailing End
The workpiece end last cut by the saw blade.
Workpiece
The item on which the cutting operation is being per
formed. The surfaces of a workpiece are commonly
referred to as faces, ends, and edges.
Worktable
The surface on which the workpiece rests while perform
ing a cutting operation.
motor specifications and eiectrical
requirements
This machine is designed to use, and is equipped with,
a 1725 RPM motor. It is wired for operation on 120 volts,
60 Hz., alternating current. (TOOL MUST NOT BE CON
VERTED TO OPERATE ON 230 VOLT).
For replacement motor refer to parts list in this
manual.
CONNECTING TO POWER SUPPLY OUTLET
This machine must be grounded while in use to
protect the operator from electric shock.
Plug power cord into a 120V properly grounded type
outlet protected by a 15-amp. fuse or circuit breaker.
If you are not sure that your outlet is properly
grounded, have it checked by a qualified electri
cian.
WARNING: DO NOT PERMIT FINGERS TO
TOUCH THE TERMINALS OF PLUGS WHEN
INSTALLING OR REMOVING THE PLUG TO OR
FROM THE OUTLET.
WARNING: IF NOT PROPERLY GROUNDED
THIS POWER TOOL CAN CAUSE AN ELECTRI
CAL SHOCK PARTICULARLY WHEN USED IN
DAMP LOCATIONS CLOSE TO PLUMBING. IF
AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK OCCURS THERE IS
THE POTENTIAL OF A SECONDARY HAZARD
SUCH AS YOUR HANDS CONTACTING THE
SAW BLADE.
If power cord is worn or cut, or damaged in any
way, have it repiaced immediately.
Your unit is for use on 120 volts, and has a plug that
looks like below.
This power tool is equipped with a 3-conductor
cord and grounding type plug which has a
grounding prong, approved by Underwriters’
Laboratories and the Canadian Standards Associ
ation. The ground conductor has a green jacket
and is attached to the tool housing at one end
and to the ground prong in the attachment plug
at the other end.
This plug requires a mating 3-conductor ground
ed type outlet as shown.
If the outlet you are planning to use for this
power tool is of the two prong type, DO NOT
REMOVE OR ALTER THE GROUNDING PRONG
IN ANY MANNER. Use an adapter as shown
below and always connect the grounding lug to a
known ground.
It is recommended that you have a qualified elec
trician replace the TWO prong outlet with a pro
perly grounded THREE prong outlet.
GROUNDING LUG
An adapter as illustrated is available for connect
ing plugs to 2-prong receptacles. The green
grounding lug extending from the adapter must
be connected to a permanent ground such as to
a properly grounded outlet box.
NOTE: The adapter illustrated is for use only if
you already have a properly grounded 2-prong
receptacle. Adapter is not allowed in Canada by
the Canadian Electrical Code.
The use of any extension cord will cause some
loss of power. To keep this to a minimum and to
prevent overheating and motor burn-out, use the
table below to determine the minimum wire size
(A.W.G.) extension cord.
Use only 3 wire extension cords which have 3-
prong grounding type plugs and 3-prong recep
tacles which accept the tools plug.
Length of the
Wire Sizes Required
Conductor
(American Wire Gage Number)
120V Lines
0 - 25 Feet
No. 16
26 - 50 Feet
No. 14
51 - 100 Feet
No. 12
contents
CONTENTS
POWER TOOL WARRANTY
........................................
2
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
POWER TOOLS..........................................................2
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR BAND SAW.........................................................3
MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS AND ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS
........................................................
5
UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS
................
6
ASSEMBLY
Mounting Band Saw to Workbench
.........................
7
Clamping Band Saw to Workbench
.........................
8
Installing the Table
....................................................
8
Installing the Blade....................................................9
Tensioning the Blade
..............................................
10
Tracking the Blade
..................................................
11
Adjusting the Table Square to Blade
....................
11
Adjusting Upper Blade Guide
Assembly................................................................12
Adjusting Upper Blade Guides...............................12
Adjusting Upper Thrust Bearing
............................
12
Adjusting Lower Blade Guide
Assembly
................................................................
12
Adjusting Lower Blade Guides
..............................
12
Drive Belt Tension...................................................13
Adjusting Table........................................................13
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BAND SAW
Tension Adjustment Knob......................................14
Cover Knobs
............................................................
14
Blade Guides
...........................................................
14
Tension Lock Knob
.................................................
14
Guide Bar Lock Knob
............................................
14
Table Lock Knobs....................................................14
Bevel Scale
..............................................................
14
On-Off Switch ..........................................................14
BASIC BAND SAW OPERATION
Sawing......................................................................15
MAINTENANCE..........................................................16
Lubrication...............................................................16
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES............................16
TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................17
REPAIR PARTS..........................................................18
unpacking and checking contents
TOOLS needed-
combination SQUARE
MEDIUM SCREWDRIVER
1/2 INCH WRENCH
#2 PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER
HEX WRENCH
1/8 & 3/16
WARNING; FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, NEVER
CONNECT PLUG TO POWER SOURCE OUTLET
UNTIL ALL ASSEMBLY STEPS ARE COMPLETE,
AND YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE
SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS.
Model 113.244513 Band Saw is shipped complete
in one carton.
Separate all parts from packing materials and
check each item with illustration and "Table of
Loose Parts”. Make certain all items are account
ed for, before discarding any packing material.
WARNING: IF ANY PARTS ARE MISSING, DO NOT
TRY TO ASSEMBLE THE BAND SAW, PLUG IN THE
POWER CORD, OR TURN THE SWITCH ON UNTIL
THE MISSING PARTS ARE OBTAINED AND IN
STALLED CORRECTLY.
COMBINATION SQUARE MUST BE TRUE
DRAW LIGHT
LINE ON BOARD
ALONG THIS EDGE
STRAIGHT EDGE OF
BOARD 3/4" THICK
THIS EDGE MUST BE
PERFECTLY STRAIGHT
SHOULD BE N0 GAP OR OVERLAP HERE WHEN
SQUARE IS FLIPPED OVER IN DOTTED POSITION
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