Craftsman 11324201 Owner’s Manual

owners

manual

MODEL NO.

113.24201

CAUTION:

Read SAFETY

iNSTRUCTIONS

carefully

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A. and SIMPSONS-SEARS LIMITED, Toronl

Part No. 69079 Printed In U,S.A.

CRRFr$1dgH

12-INCHBANDSAW/

SANDER

assembly

operating repair parts

general safety instructions for power roars

1, KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL

Read the owner's manual carefully. Learn =_s application and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to this tool.

2. GROUND ALL TOOLS

This tool is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord and a 3-prong groundh=g type plug to fit the proper grounding type receptacle. The green conductor in the cord is the grounding wire. Never connect the

green wire to a live terminal.

3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE

and in working order.

4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES

Form 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 sawdust.

6. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT

Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area well lit. Provide adequate surrounding work

space.

7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY

All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.

8. MAKE WORKSHOP KID-PROOF

with padlocks, master switches, or by removing

starter keys.

9. DON'T FORCE TOOL

It will do the iob 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

No loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry to get

caught in moving parts, Rubber-soled footwear is

recommended for best footing.

12. USE SAFETY GOGGLES

Safety goggles must comply with ANS Z87.1-1968. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is

dusty.

13. SECURE WORK

Use clar_Ds or a vise to hold work when practical. 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 accessor=es 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 improper accessories may

cause hazards.

19. NEVER STAND ON TOOL

Serious =njury could occur if thetool istippedor if the

cutting tool is accidentally contacted.

Do not store materials above or near the tool suchthat 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 checked to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function

- check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any

other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.

THIS SAFETY SEAL OF THE

POWER TOOL INSTITUTE ASSURES YOU ...

I, Th=r the manufacturer's power tools, including fhe parllcular tool

associated with the Seal. are produced in acc0rdanc_ with applicable

Standards For Safer 3, of Underwriters" Laboratorles and American National Standards (ANSI_.

2 That compliance with appilcable safety standards is assured by in-

dependent inspection and testing conducted by Underwriters' L=bara- taries _UL).

3. That every moiarlzed too{ is inspected under power.

4. That ever), tool has with it adequate instructions and a llzt of safety

rules fc_r the protection of the user.

5, That the tool manufacturer _s a member of the Power Tool Institute and

;s a sponsor of the Insfitute's Consumer Safety Education Program.

Safety is a combination of operator common sense and alertness at all times when the band saw is being used.

WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, DO NOT AT- TEMPT TO OPERATE YOUR BAND SAW UNTIL IT IS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED AND INSTALLED ACCORD

ING TO THE INSTRUOTaONS . . . AND UNTIL YOU

HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FOLLOWBNG:

PAGE

1. General Safety Instructions for Power Tools ...... 2

2. Getting To Know Your Band Saw/Sander ....... 13

3. Basic Band Saw Operation .................. 15

4. Maintenance ........................... 19

5. Stability Of Machine The band saw must be bolted securely to a stand or

work bench, in addition, if there is any tendency for the

band saw to tip over or move during certain operations such as cutting long heavy boards. The band saw should

be bolted to the floor.

6. Location

The band saw should be positioned so neither the opera- tor nor a casual observer is forced to stand in line with

the blade. This band saw is intended for indoor use only.

Use caution when cutting off material which is ir-

regular in cross section which could pinch the blade before the cut is completed. A piece of molding for example should lay flat on the table and no_ be per- mitted to rock while being cut.

Use caution when cutting off round material such as dowel rods, or tubing. They have a tendency to roll while being cut causing the blade to "bite". Always use a "V" block, or clamp round material to a miter

gauge.

m. When backing up the workpiece, the blade may bind

in the kerf (cut) . . . this is usually caused by sawdust

clogging up the kerf. If this happens;

I. Turn off the band saw, . . remove plug from power

source outlet . . . remove cover from band saw.

Insert a screwdriver or wedge in the kerf.., rotate the wheels by hand while backing up the work- piece.

n. Never leave the band saw work area with the power

on before the machine has come to a complete stop,

or without removing and storing the switch key.

o. Never operate the band saw with protective cover on

the unused shaft end of the motor removed.

7. Protection: Eyes, Hands, Face, Ears, Body

Wear safety goggles that comply with ANS Z87.1-

1968, and a face shield if operation is dusty. Wear ear plugs or muffs during extended periods of opera- tion. Do not wear gloves . . . roll long sleeves above

the elbow.

b. Do not cut pieces of material too small to hold by

hand.

Avoid awkward hand positions, where a sudden slip could cause a hand to mow into the blade or the

sanding belt.

Never turn your band saw "ON" before clearing the table of a!l Objects (tools, scraps of wood, etc.) except for the workpiece and related feed or support devices for the operation planned.

e. Make sure the blade runs downward toward the table

in the right direction. Always adjust tracking wheels correctly so that the blade does not run off the wheels.

f. Always adjust tension correctly for the blade or sand-

ing belt being used.

g. Always adjust the upper blade guides not more than

1/4" above your material when cutting.

h. When cutting a large piece of material, make sure it is

supported at table height.

i, Hold the work firmly against the table.

j. Do not feed the material too fast while cutting.

Only feed the material fa_t enough so that the blade will cut. Keep fingers away from the blade.

8. If any part of this band saw should break, bend, or fail in any way or any electrical component fail to perform properly, or if any is missing, shut off power switch, remove power supply cord from power supply and re- place damaged missing and/or failed parts before re-

suming operation.

9. Read and follow the instructions appearing on front of the band saw.

DANGER

FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY

1. READ AND UNDERSTAND OWNER'S MANUAL BE- FORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE.

2. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES WHEN OPER- ATING THIS MACHINE.

3. BE POSITIVE THE SAW BLADE IS INSTALLED PROPERLY TEETH POINTING DOWNWARD TO

WARD THE TABLE-BEFORE OPERATING MAC HINE

4. BE SURE BLADE TENSION. BLADE GUIDES, AND

THRUST BEARINGS ARE PROPERLY ADJUSTED BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE-SEE OWNERS MAN.

UAL.

5. ALWAYS ADJUST UPPER GUIDE TO CLEAR WORK-

PIECE BY NO MORE THEN 1/4 INCH.

6. MINIMIZE INJURY POTENTIAL OF CONTACTWITH

SAW BLADE OR SANDING BELT BY KEEPING

FINGERS A SAFE DISTANCE AWAY

7. MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE WORKPIECE AT

ALL TIMES--HOLD FIRMLY AGAINST THE TABLE

8. BE ATTENTIVE TO THIN CUT-OFF PIECES HIT

TING END OF SLOT IN INSERT. OR JAMMING IN

SLOT.

10. Think Safety. Safety is a combination of operator com- mon sense and alertness at all times the band saw/sander

is operating.

additiona! safety instructions for band saw/sander

WARNING: THE 5" BAND SAW PULLEY AND THE 2-1/2" MOTOR PULLEY FURNISHED, WILL RUN THE

BLADE AT APPROXIMATELY 900 RPM (OR 2700 FEET PER MINUTEI WHEN USED WITH A 1725 RP_

MOTOR. NEVER SUBSTITUTE THESE PULLEYS TO

INCREASE THIS SPEED BECAUSE IT COULD BE DAN-

GEROUS.

WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW FAMILIARITY (GAINED FROM FREQUENT USE OF YOUR BAND SAW) TO BECOME COMMONPLACE. ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT

A CARELESS FRACTaON OF A SECOND IS SUFFI- CIENT TO iNFLICT SEVERE iNJURY.

This machine is designed to use a 1725 RPM motor only. Do not use any motor that runs faster than 1725 RPM.

It is wired for operation on 110-120 volts, 60 Hz., alter- nating current. IT MUST NOT BE CONVERTED TO OPERATE ON 230 VOI.TS. EVEN THOUGH SOME OF

THE RECOMMENDED MOTORS ARE DUAL VOLTAGE.

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

Association. 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.

THESE CRAFTSMAN MOTORS HAVE BEEN FOUND TO BE ACCEPTABLE FOR USE ON THIS TOOL.

HP RPM VOLTS CATALOG NO. 1/3 1725 110-120 1250

1/2 1725 110-120 1254 1/2 1725 110-120 1255

CAUTION: Do not use blower or washing machine motors

or any motor with an automatic reset overload protector

as their use may be hazardous.

CONNECTING TO POWER SOURCE OUTLET

This machine must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock,

Plug power cord into a 110-120V properly grounded type outlet protected by a 15-amp. time delay or Circuit-Saver fuse or circuit breaker.

If you are not sure that your outlet is properly grounded, have it checked by a qualified electrician.

WARNING: DO NOT PERMIT FINGERS TO TOUCH THE

TERMINALS OF PLUGS WHEN INSTALLING OR RE- MOVING THE PLUG TO OR FROM THE OUTLET.

This plug requires a mating 3-conductor grounded 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 and always connect the grounding lug to

known ground.

It is recommended that you have a qualified electrician replace the TWO prong outlet with a properly grounded

THREE prong outlet.

An adapter as shown below is available for connecting 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.

WARNING: IF NOT PROPERLY GROUNDED THIS POWER TOOL CAN INCUR THE POTENTIAL HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. PARTICULARLY WHEN USED

IN DAMP LOCATIONS IN PROXIMITY 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 replaced immediately.

If your unit is for use on less than 150 volts it has a plug that looks like below.

3--PRONG PLUG

PROPERLY GROUNDED

OUTLET_,_

/fl UI

/n ul

GROUNDING PRONG

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 toss of power. To keep this to a minimum and to prevent over- heating and motor burn-out, use the table below to deter-

mine the minimum wire size (A.W,G.) extension cord. Use only 3 wire extension cords which have 3-prong grounding

type plugs and 3-pate receptacles which accept the tools plug.

Extension Cord Length Wire Size A.W.G.

Up to 100 Ft. 16

100-200 Ft. 14

200-400 Ft, 10

CHECK MOTOR ROTATION

WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, MAKE SURE

PLUG IS NOT CONNECTED TO POWER SOURCE OUT- LET. WHEN CHANGING MOTOR ROTATION.

The motor must rotate COUNTERCLOCKWISE when viewed from the shaft end to which you will mount the pulley. (See page 11) If it does not, change the direction

according to the instructions furnished with the motor.

unpacking and checking contents

CONTENTS

UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS ..... 6

ASSEMBLY ........................... 7

Mounting Band Saw/Sander on Recommended

Craftsman Floor Base ................... 7

Installing Sawdust Elbow ................. 8

Installing Table ....................... 9

Motor Pulley Belt Guard and Motor Installation.. 10

Check Motor Rotation .................. 11

Mounting Motor ...................... 12

Attaching Belt Guards ................... 13

Installing The Blade .................... 15

Adjusting The Table .................... 19

On-Off Switch ........................ 20

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BAND

SAW/SANDER ......................... 22

Adjustment Diagrams ................... 22

Tension Adjustment Knob ................ 22

Tension Scales ........................ 22

- TOOLS NEEDED -- - -

MEDIUM SCREWDRIVER 3!8-tNCH WRENCH

Table Tilting ......................... 22

Blade Guide Adjustment ................. 22

Lateral Guide Adjustment ................ 22

Blade Thrust Bearing Adjustment ........... 22

Guide Bar Lock Knob .................. 22

Guide Bar ........................... 23

Installing Sanding Attachment ............. 23

BASIC BAND SAW/SANDER OPERATION ...... 25

Sawing ............................. 25

Sanding ............................ 25

MAINTENANCE ........................ 26

Tires .............................. 26

General ........................... 26

Motor ............................. 26

Lubrication .......................... 26

TROUBLE SHOOTING ................... 27

Recommended Accessories................ 27

REPAIR PARTS ........................ 28

Your Band Saw/Sander s shipped comolete m one carton

(w_thout rno[or or floor basel

Separate all oarts from packing materials and check each i[ern w_th Ilustratlon and "Table of Loose Parts." Make

certain all items are accounted for before discarding any paekinq material.

Key TABLE OF LOOSE PARTS Qty.

N0.

8 /

1 Bas_e Saw Assembly ................ 1

2 Owner's Manual. 1

3 Saw Table ...................... , 1

4 1/2x 52-1n, V-Belt .................. , 1

5 Carton containing Belt Guard, Belt-Guard Support, 6 Support Bracket, three Clips and three Self-

Tapping Screws ................... 2

I/2-I n. Sanding Belt I

I/4-I n. Band-Saw Blade ............... I

Sawdust E I bow 1

Two Bags containing the following ttems:

Set Screw Wrench, 1/8" . ............ 1

Set Bcrew Wrench, 5/32" . ........... 1

Set Screw Wrench, 3/16" . ........... t

Flat Washer, 1 I/8" diameter ........... 2

Trunmon Locknut ................. I

Pan-Hd. Mach, Screw, Self Tap, 10-32x3i8", . . . 2

Pan Rd. aaeh, Screw, Self Tap, B-32x1/4" . . . . 1

Soc-Hd. Setscrew, Flat Pt,, 5/16-t8x3/8" . .... 1

Flat Hd. Mach_ Screw, 6-32x7/16". ........ 1

Hex Nut, 6-32 .................... 1

Spht Lockwasher, No. 6 .............. 1

Tilt Pointer ..................... 1

Knurled Hd. Mach. Screw .............. 1

Tube Clamp ..................... I

Rubber Gasket (str,ps) .............. I

A ignmen t Plate ................... I

Motor Pulley, 2-I/2". ............... I

Sanding Platen .................. I

Table Inaetl {nartowalot, for sawing) ....... 1

Table Insert (w_de slot, for sanding) ........ 1

Tilt Lock Handle (Wrench) 1 Spacer 1

Blade Tenspon Knob ................ !

Switch Key .................... 2

assemb!y

MOUNTING BAND SAW/SANDER ON RECOMMENDED

CRAFTSMAN FLOOR BASE

1. Unscrew the four knobs on the front of the band saw and remove the cover.

NOTE: Check the bolts which hold the feet to the band saw. Make sure they are tight . , . they may have come

loose during shipment.

2. Place the band saw on the base, position as shown, and align mounting holes.

3. Find one 5/16"-18 x 3" Hex. Head bolt, two 5/16"-

18 x 2" Hex. Head bolt, three nuts, flat washers and Iockwashers furnished with base. Find one 1-1/8'" dia.

flat washer from among the loose parts furnished.

LEFT

FOOT_

4. Position the stiffner furnished with base as shown.

5. Insert the two 2" bolts through the holes in the right foot and through the holes in the stiffner.

6. Place a flat washer, Iockwasher, and a nut on these

bolts from underneath. Do not tighten the nuts.

7. Place the 1-1/8" diameter flat washer on the 3" bolt and insert the bolt in the hole in the left foot.

Place a flat washer, a Iockwasher, and a nut on the bolt from underneath and tighten the nut. Now tighten the other two nuts which you installed before.

CHECK BOLTS

FOR

STIFFNER

3" BOLT

8. Find two Hex. Head screws 7/16" long, and two nuts furnished with base, Insert these screws thru the top

of the base and stiffner and screw on the nuts. Tighten the nuts.

F LATWASH ER -.-------_ @

LOCKWASHER

NUT b

assembly

INSTALLING SAWDUST ELBOW

1. Find the sawdust elbow, the clamp, the strip of rubber gasket, and two 10-32 x 3/8" self-threading screws among the loose parts.

SELF-THREADING

SCREW

The holes for attaching the clamp are not threaded, but the screws are "self-threading" and will cut a thread as they are screwed in.

2. Screw both of the self-threading screws into the holes to

cut the threads and then remove them.

3. Place the elbow in the opening, and attach the clamp

with the two screws.

4. Peel off the protective covering from the rubber gasket and stick it around the clamp. Make sure it extends

a little beyond each end of the clamp.

The gasket will help to prevent sawdust from leaking out.

CLAMP

SAWDUST ELBOW

RUBBER GASKET

For the most efficient removal of sawdust, attach a Craftsman Home-n-Shop Vac to the sawdust elbow.

INSTALLING TABLE

Remove the protective oil that is applied to the table. Use any ordinary household type grease and spot remover.

CAUTION: Never use gasoline, naptha or similar highly volatile solvents.

Apply a coat of automobile wax to the table.

TABLE TRUNNION

NION PiN

TABLE LOCK BOLT

1. Place the table on the band saw so that the two trunnion pins and the table lock bolt go through the slot in the

trunnion.

2. Find the 1-I/8" dia. flat washer, a sleeve 11/16" long, the trunnion lock nut and the table lock handle from

among the loose parts,

3, Hold the head of the table lock bolt inside the band saw

with your left hand and put the 1-1/8" dia. flat washer, the sleeve, and the handle on the bolt.

4. Screw the nut on the bolt and tighten it with the handle while the table is in a horizontal position.

_NUT

lllJ,;/

TABLE LOCK BOLT TABLE LOCK HANDLE

assemb|y

MOTOR PULLEY BELT GUARD AND MOTOR

INSTA L LAT! ON

MOUNTING BELT GUARD

1. Place the motor on your workbench with the shaft facing you.

THREAD CUTTING

SCREWS

If you are using a double shaft motor, the 5/8" dia.

shaft must be facing you.

BELT GUARD

SU PPORT BRACKET

BELT GUARD

SUPPORT

2. Attach guard support to the bracket with the two screws, furnished with the guard.

NOTE: The holes in the bracket arenot threaded, but the screws are "thread cutting screws" and will cut a thread as they are tightened.

SCREWS

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