Craftsman 113.244513 User Manual

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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 3­conductor 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
cutting operation is dusty, and ear protectors
(plugs or muffs) during extended periods of
operation.

or dust mask if

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

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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 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.

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.

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 3­prong grounding type plugs and 3-prong recep
tacles which accept the tools plug.

Length of the

Conductor

0 - 25 Feet

26 - 50 Feet

51 - 100 Feet

Wire Sizes Required

(American Wire Gage Number)

120V Lines

No. 16
No. 14
No. 12

contents

CONTENTS

POWER TOOL WARRANTY

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR

POWER TOOLS..........................................................2

ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FOR BAND SAW.........................................................3

MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS AND ELECTRICAL

REQUIREMENTS

UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS

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ASSEMBLY

Mounting Band Saw to Workbench
Clamping Band Saw to Workbench
Installing the Table

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Installing the Blade....................................................9

Tensioning the Blade
Tracking the Blade
Adjusting the Table Square to Blade

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Adjusting Upper Blade Guide

Assembly................................................................12

Adjusting Upper Blade Guides...............................12

Adjusting Upper Thrust Bearing

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Adjusting Lower Blade Guide

Assembly

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10
11
11

12

12

2

Adjusting Lower Blade Guides

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12

Drive Belt Tension...................................................13

Adjusting Table........................................................13

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BAND SAW

Tension Adjustment Knob......................................14

Cover Knobs

5

6

Blade Guides

Tension Lock Knob
Guide Bar Lock Knob

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14

14

14

14

Table Lock Knobs....................................................14

7
8
8

Bevel Scale

On-Off Switch ..........................................................14

BASIC BAND SAW OPERATION

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14

Sawing......................................................................15

MAINTENANCE..........................................................16

Lubrication...............................................................16

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES............................16

TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................17

REPAIR PARTS..........................................................18

unpacking and checking contents

TOOLS needed-

MEDIUM SCREWDRIVER

1/2 INCH WRENCH

COMBINATION SQUARE MUST BE TRUE

DRAW LIGHT
LINE ON BOARD
ALONG THIS EDGE

combination SQUARE

#2 PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER

HEX WRENCH

1/8 & 3/16

STRAIGHT EDGE OF
BOARD 3/4" THICK
THIS EDGE MUST BE
PERFECTLY STRAIGHT

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.

SHOULD BE N0 GAP OR OVERLAP HERE WHEN
SQUARE IS FLIPPED OVER IN DOTTED POSITION

assembly

ITEM

A

B

C

D

TABLE OF LOOSE PARTS

Basic saw assembly
Owners Manual
Saw Table assembly

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Bag Assembly Part #69181
Containing the following parts:
Switch, Key
Nut, Wing i/4-20
Screw, Truss Hd. 1/4-20 x 3/4
Washer 17/64 x 5/8 x 1/16
Washer 17/64 x 47/64 x 1/16

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Indicator, Bevel ...............................

Screw, Pan Cross 10-24 x 1/4
Insert, Table

Knob.....................................

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QTY.

1
1
1

1
1

1
1

2

1
1

1
2

MOUNTING BAND SAW TO WORKBENCH

If band saw is to be used m a permanent loca
tion, it should be fastened securely to a firm sup
porting surface such as a workbench.

If mounting to a workbench, holes should be
drilled through supporting surface of the work
bench using dimensions illustrated.

1. Each leg should be bolted securely using

5/16" dianneter machine screws, lockwashers,
and 5/16" hex nuts (not included). Screw
length should be V2" plus the thickness of
the bench too.

2. Locate and marK the holes where band saw is

to be mounted.

3. Drill (4) 3 8 diameter holes through work

bench.

4. Place band saw on workbench aligning holes

in feet with holes drilled in workbench.

5. Insert all four 516" screws and tighten.

An alternate method of mounting is to fasten
band saw to a mounting board. The board should
be of sufficient size to avoid tipping of saw while
in use. Any good grade of plywood or chipboard

with a 3/4" minimum thickness is recommended.
(Thinner chipboard can break.)

NOTE: Front two mounting bolts should be
inserted from the bottom with washer and nut on

top.

.-f

6-V16"

■f

3/8" DIAMETER
(41 HOLES

10-13/16"

1. Follow instructions for mounting to work
bench, substituting a board 18" x 24" mini
mum size and using 5/16 inch flat head
screws, lockwashers, and hex nuts (not in
cluded). Screw length should be 1V2" plus

the thickness of the mounting board.

NOTE; For proper stability, holes must be
counter sunk so screw heads are flush with the
bottom surface of supporting board.

assembly

2. Securely clamp board to workbench using

“C” clamps.

NOTE: Supporting surface where band saw is
mounted should be examined carefully after

mounting to insure that no movement during use
can result. If any tipping or walking is noted,
secure workbench or supporting surface before
operating band saw.

CLAMPING BANDSAW TO WORKBENCH
The Band Saw can be clamped directly to a

workbench using two (2) or more “C” clamps on
base of unit.

INSTALLING THE TABLE

Apply a coat of automobile wax to the table top
and inside surfaces of trunnion that slide on

frame.

1. Loosen the guide bar lock knob and position
the upper guide assembly all of the way up.
Tighten lock knob.

2. Locate two (2) knobs and two (2) 17/64 x
47/64 X 1/16 washers in loose parts bag, and

the table assembly in loose parts.

3. Place table assembly onto band saw frame

with thè trunnion against mounting rib in
frame.

GUIDE BAR
LOCK KNOB

UPPER
GUIDE

ASSEMBLY

TRUNNION'

Hold table assembly against the frame and
install two (2) table lock knobs and washers

as shown through the trunnion slots and
tighten.

BAND SAW
FRAME

TABLE LOCK

KNOBS

5. Locate bevel indicator and 10-24x1/4 pan
cross hd. screw in loose parts bag.

6. Install bevel indicator and screw as shown

using a Phillips screwdriver.

NOTE: This unit comes with the Band Saw blade

installed, assembly continues on p. 10, “Tension
ing the Blade.”

REPLACING THE BLADE

1. Loosen the guide bar lock knob and position
the upper guide assembly approximately one
inch above the table and tighten lock knob.

2. Loosen the two blade guard mounting screws
and remove the blade guard.

3. Loosen the guide bar lock knob and position
the upper guide assembly approximately two
inches above the table as shown and tighten
the lock knob.

4. Remove table insert, truss head screw, wash
er and wing nut from the table (See Assem
bly, p. 13 - "Adjusting the Table”). Replace
these parts after the blade is installed, ten
sioned and tracked.

5. Loosen the two screws in the front of the
upper blade guide assembly that secure the
blade guides and separate them about 1/8".

GUIDE BAR
LOCK KNOB

UPPER GUIDE
ASSEMBLY

6. Loosen the two screws in the side of the
upper guide assembly and slide guides and
thrust bearing all of the way back.

7. Tighten all screws.

Loosen the three (3) cover knobs by turning
counterclockwise and remove cover.

NOTE: Replace the bandsaw cover after blade is

properly installed, tensioned and tracked.

COVER
KNOBS

BLADE
GUIDE

FRAME

assembly

9. Loosen the two screws that secure the lower

blade guides and separate them about 1/8".

10. Loosen the screw holding the lower blade
guide support and slide support all the way
toward the rear of the saw, and retighten all
screws.

WARNING: TO AVOID BEING SCRAPED
SHOULD BLADE SUDDENLY UNCOIL, WEAR
SAFETY GOGGLES AND CAREFULLY UNCOIL
THE BLADE HOLDING IT AT ARMS LENGTH.

11. Place the blade over the wheels with the
teeth pointing downward toward the table as
shown. Make sure the blade is in the center
of the rubber tires.

NOTE: Your bandsaw can use 1/8 or 1/4 inch wide

blades, 56-7/8 inches long. A 1/4 inch blade is included

with this saw.

TENSIONING THE BLADE

The bandsaw is equipped with a self-limiting
tension device. The tension is factory set and

should not need adjustment. The blade must be
installed before tension can be set.

1. Turn tension adjustment knob until knob

contacts washer and sleeve.

TENSION WHEEL

TENSION
ADJUSTING
KNOB

BLADE

SLOT IN TABLE

DRIVE WHEEL

IDLER WHEEL

2. DO NOT turn knob after contact is made and
resistance if felt. This is the proper tension

setting for a 1/4” blade.

3. To release tension turn knob counterclock

wise until knob is above the washer and
sleeve.

COMPENSATION FOR WEAR

Tension screw is provided to make minimal

adjustments due to wear. The tension screw
creates a drag between the wheel guide and the
frame.

1. Remove the blade before adjusting.

2. Use a phillips screw driver to adjust the ten

sion screw. Turn clockwise to increase the
drag (tension).

3. Check tension by lifting up on tension knob. If the
tension knob will not move the tension screw is too
tight. Adjust by turning tension screw coun
terclockwise and recheck.

WARNING: OVER TENSION AND FAILURE TO

PROPERLY SET BLADE GUIDES AND THRUST
BEARING WILL CAUSE PREMATURE BLADE
BREAKAGE. FOLLOW ADJUSTING BLADE
GUIDE ASSEMBLIES COMPLETELY TO HELP
MAINTAIN NORMAL BLADE LIFE.

10

TRACKING THE BLADE

Tension knob must be tightened before tracking

biade.

1. Turn the upper wheel by hand (clockwise)
and check if the blade remains in the approx

imate center of the tires. If the blade moves
away from the center of the tires, while you
are turning the wheels, adjust as follows:

A. Turn the tracking adjustment set screw

slightly with a 1/8” hex wrench. (Turning
the set screw moves the tension wheel back
and forth.)

B. If the blade moves toward the front of the

band saw:

Turn the tracking adjustment screw clock

wise about 1/4 of a turn, as though you
were tightening it.

If the blade moves toward the back of the
band saw:

Turn the tracking adjustment screw

counterclockw se about 1/4 of a turn as
though you were loosening it.

TENSION

blade to run in the approximate center of
all tires.

C. After adjusting, turn upper wheel by hand

clockwise a few turns and notice if the

blade remains in the approximate center of

the tires, readjust if necessary, until blade

TRACKING ADJUSTMENT
SET SCREW

NOTE: When table is tilted to a bevel angle, the

lower blade guide support should be lowered to
clear the table. After bevel cutting and returning
table to zero position, always raise the lower

blade guide up to provide maximum support for
the blade.

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assembly

NOTE: The upper and lower blade guides support

the blade and keep it from twisting during opera
tion. An adjustment is necessary when blades

are changed, replaced or installed for the first
time.

ADJUSTING UPPER BLADE GUIDE ASSEMBLY

1. Loosen lower screw on side of upper blade
guide assembly and slide assembly forward
until the front edge of the blade guides are
approximately 1/32" from the GULLET of the
saw blade. Tighten screw.

ADJUSTING UPPER BLADE GUIDES

GULLET

1. Loosen the two screws that lock the upper
blade guides and press the two guides evenly

against the sides of the blade but do not

pinch the blade. Release the guides and ro

tate the upper wheel slightly clockwise mov

ing the blade downward. Make sure one

guide is not further away from the blade than
the other. Tighten both screws.

ADJUSTING UPPER THRUST BEARING

NOTE: The thrust bearing supports the blade

from the rear and will rotate when the blade is
pushed against it while you are cutting. As soon
as you stop cutting, the bearing should stop
rotating.

1. To adjust, loosen the upper screw on the side
of the upper blade guide assembly and slide
the bearing forward until it is approximately

1/32" from the back of the blade. Tighten

screw. Rotate upper wheel slightly clockwise
to check clearance. Readjust if necessary.

ADJUSTING LOWER BLADE GUIDE ASSEMBLY

® o

SAW
BLADE

SL AD E

GUIDES

1. Loosen the screw (as shown) on the side of
the lower blade guide assembly and slide
assembly forward until bearing is approxi
mately 1/32" from the back of the blade.
Blade guides will align with this adjustment.
Tighten screw.

ADJUSTING LOWER BLADE GUIDES

1. Loosen the two screws that lock the lower
blade guides and press the two guides evenly
against the sides of the blade but do not
pinch the blade. Release the guides and ro

tate the upper wheel slightly clockwise mov

ing the blade downward. Make sure one

guide is not further away from the biade than
the other. Tighten both screws.

NOTE: After all adjustments have been made,

turn the upper wheel by hand (clockwise) a few
turns to check blade travel and clearance.

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DRIVE BELT TENSION
WARNING: TO AVOID INJURY DUE TO ACCI

DENTAL START, UNPLUG TOOL BEFORE
MAKING ADJUSTMENTS.

The tension on the drive belt has been set at the

factory. If adjustment is needed, use a 3/16” hex
wrench to loosen upper and lower cap screws.

Pull motor away from drive wheel to apply proper

tension to drive belt. Retighten cap screw while

holding motor in place.

ADJUSTING THE TABLE

1. Replace the blade guard on the upper assem
bly and tighten screws,

2. Locate the table insert and place it in the

opening in the table. Align slot in the insert
with the slot in the table,

3. Locate a 1/4 ■ 20 x 3 4 " truss head screw, a

flat washer, a'^c a 1 4 ■ 20 wing nut in loose

parts. Insert sce.v into hole in table top as
illustrated.

4. From the underside of the table, install wash

er and w -^g ■'ut onto the truss head screw
and tighten hnger tight. This will keep the
table flat and in alignment.

5. Replace tne oand saw cover.

getting to know your band saw

TRACKING ADJUSTMENT

getting to know your band saw

1. Tension adjusting knob... Tightening the
knob (clockwise) will increase the tension on
the blade. Loosening it (counter clockwise)
will decrease the tension. (Tension lock knob

must be released).

2. Cover knobs ... Secure cover to frame by
tightening all three (3) cover knobs.

3. Blade Guides . . . Supports the blade and
keeps it from twisting during operation. An
adjustment is necessary when blades are
changed or replaced.

4. Tension screw . . . maintains tension be

tween upper wheel guide and frame.

ON-OFF SWITCH. The On-Off Switch has a

8.

locking feature. THIS FEATURE IS INTEND
ED TO HELP PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED
AND POSSIBLY HAZARDOUS USE BY
CHILDREN AND OTHERS.

1. To turn machine on
switch.

insert key into

5. Guide bar lock knob . . . The upper blade
guide assembly should just clear the work
piece while cutting. Always adjust the upper
guide assembly and lock the guide bar by
tightening the blade guide lock knob before
turning on the band saw.

6. Table lock knobs . . . Loosening knobs aliows
the table to be tilted and tightening knobs

locks the table in place.

7. Tilt (bevel) scale . . . Shows
tilted for bevel cutting.

degree table is

NOTE: Key is made of yellow plastic; locate in

loose parts bag.

2. Insert finger under switch lever and puil
end of switch out.

3. To turn machine OFF . . . PUSH lever in.

NEVER LEAVE THE MACHINE UNATTENDED
UNTIL IT HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP.

4. To lock switch in OFF position . . . hold
switch IN with one hand . . . REMOVE key
with other hand.

WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, ALWAYS

LOCK THE SWITCH “OFF” WHEN MACHINE IS
NOT IN USE ... REMOVE KEY AND KEEP IT IN A

SAFE PLACE ... ALSO ... IN THE EVENT OF A

POWER FAILURE (ALL OF YOUR LIGHTS GO
OUT) TURN SWITCH OFF . .. REMOVE THE KEY
AND STORE IT REMOTE FROM BAND SAW.
THIS WILL PREVENT THE MACHINE FROM
STARTING UP AGAIN WHEN THE POWER

COMES BACK ON. 14

basic band saw operation

A band saw is basically a "curve cutting" mach

ine. It is also used for straight-line cutting opera
tions such as cross cutting, ripping, mitering,
beveling, compound cutting, and resawing. It is
not capable of doing inside cutting.

This band saw is designed to cut wood and

wood like products only.

For general type scroll cutting, follow the pattern

lines by pushing and turning the workpiece at
the same time. Do not try to turn the workpiece
while engaged in the blade without pushing it;
the workpiece could bind o’" tw'ist the blade.

A curve cut is best perfo^n^ed by keeping the
pattern line in line wit"^ :"e b^ade while turning

the workpiece before :"e "ac:us of the curve is
cut. The blade

pattern line (saw -e'' s -^ze w-ood cutting band
saw blades are t" "

NOTE: B

for clantv

shou c ¡n

and right hand removed

the middle of the

S.A'.'i
KERF

RIGHT ■ Planning ahead by turning workpiece

for cutting a curve.

WORKPIECE

WRONG ■ Not planning ahead for cutting a

curve could bind or twist blade if workpiece is
forced.

WARNING: ADJUST THE UPPER GUIDE ASSEM
BLY TO JUST CLEAR THE WORKPIECE.

1. Use boi"

blade. H:
Use ge"':
allow the

2. The srTia
determwe
blade w
1-12

i-

Relief cuts a^e ~aoe .‘."en an intricate curve (too

small a racws ‘c- a " -A-mch blade) is to be cut. A

relief cut IS made c,. cutting through scrap sec
tion of workpiece to curve in pattern line, then
carefully backing blade out. Several relief cuts
should be made for intricate curves, then follow
pattern line as sections are cut off of curve
"relieving” blade pressure.

e feeding the work into the

ece firmly against the table.
Do not force the work, but

mle that can be cut out is

of the blade. A 1/4" wide

oiameter of approximately

WORKPIECE

BLADE

PATTERN LINE

NOTE: Blade guard is raised and right hand removed

■: ■ clarity of picture only.

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maintenance

WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, TURN
SWITCH “OFF” AND REMOVE PLUG FROM
POWER OUTLET BEFORE MAINTAINING OR
LUBRICATING YOUR BAND SAW.

TIRES

Pitch and sawdust that accumulate on the tires
should be removed with a stiff brush or scraped

off with a piece of wood. Do not use a sharp

knife or any kind of solvent.

When the tires become worn they should be re

placed. When replacing the tires, put a thin layer

of rubber cement on the outside of the wheels

and inside of the tires. Allow to dry, then slide

tires onto wheels aligning tires inside wheel

edges.

GENERAL

Keep your Band Saw clean.
Remove sawdust from the inside frequently.

Do not allow pitch to accumulate on the table,
blade insert, blade guides, or thrust bearings.
Clean them with Craftsman Gum and Pitch

Remover.
Apply a thin coat of automobile-type wax to the

table so the wood slides easily while cutting.
Also apply wax to the inside surfaces of the
trunnion.

MOTOR/ELECTRICAL

Frequently vacuum or blow out any sawdust from
the motor.

If the power cord is worn, cut, or damaged in any
way, have it replaced immediately.

LUBRICATION

All of the BALL BEARINGS are permanently

lubricated. They require no further lubrication.

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

Item Cat. No.

Miter Gauge.......................................................9-24214

Blades (56-7/8” length)............................See Catalog

Leg Set...............................................................922244

The above recommended accessories are current
and were avaiiable at the time this manual was
printed.

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troubleshooting

WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, TURN
SWITCH “OFF” AND REMOVE PLUG FROM

POWER OUTLET BEFORE READJUSTING OR
ALIGNING YOUR BAND SAW.

TROUBLE

Motor will not run.

Blade does not run in the
approximate center of the
upper wheel.

Band Saw slows down

when cutting.

Blades breaking.

Motor sounds under
load when not cutting.

Blade will not allow for
general straight cutting.

PROBABLE CAUSE

1. Defective On-Off switch.
Defective power or motor cord.

2, Motor Defective.

1. Not tracking properly.

1, Cutting too small a radius.

2. Dull blade.

1. Too much tension.

2. Kink in blade caused by cut
ting too small a radius or turn
ing the material too fast when
cutting.

1. Too much blade tension.

2. Too much belt tension.

1. Blade guides and bearings
not properly adjusted.

REMEDY

1. Replace defective parts before using
Band Saw again.

2. Consult Sears Service. Any attempt to repair
this motor may create a HAZARD unless
repair is done by a qualified service techni
cian. Repair service is available at your near
est Sears Store.

1. Adjust tracking, see Assembly Section,
“Tracking the Blade.”

1. Stop feeding, and back up the material

slightly, until the band saw speeds up.

2. Replace blade.

1. Adjust tension. See Assembly section
“Tensioning The Blade.”

2. Use correct cutting technique. See Basic

Band Saw Operation Section.

1. Adjust blade tension. See Assembly
section “Tensioning The Blade.”

2. Adjust belt tension. See Assembly Section

“Drive Belt Tension.”

1. Adjust upper and lower blade guides and '

bearings. See Assembly section “Adjusting
Upper Blade Guide Assembly.”

2. Defective blade.

2. Replace blade.

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PARTS LIST FOR CRAFTSMAN 10 INCH MOTORIZED BANDSAW

MODEL NO. 113.244513 CD

00

t

PARTS LIST FOR CRAFTSMAN 10-INCH MOTORIZED BANDSAW

MODEL NO. 113.244513

ALWAYS ORDER BY PART NO. AND DESCRIPTION-NOT BY KE Y NO

í

CO

Key

No.

1 69165
2 814351
3
4
5 815273
6 815286
7 813930-4 Knob
8 805552-16
9

10 815276
11
12
13 STD502503

14
15
16
17
18

19
20 60256
21 STD551131
22 STD541031
23
24

26
27 69147
28
29 69161
30 STD511003

31 69155
32 815275
33 STD523115
34 STD510603
35 STD551125
36

Part

No.

Ring-Retaininq 5160

Washer-Plastic
69177 Tiro
815613

817131

817132
815279

815476

STD551025
STD512510

69146

69157 Knob
62442

69164 Relief Strain
STD551208

STD510802

69149

60102 Screw-Soc. Cap 1 /4-20 x 1

Whool-ldlor

Shaft-Upper Wheel

Guide-Wheel

Washer 17/64x1 x1/16

Cup-Retainer

Spring

Spacer-Tension

Frame

*Screw-Set Hex Cup

1/4-20x3/8

Washer-Spring

* Washer 17/64 x 47/64 x 1 /16

Screw-Pan HD. 1/4-20x 1

Clamp-Guide Rod

Switch-Locking

Switch-Key
*Lockwasher-5/16
*Nut-Hex 5/16-18

*Lockwasher-Ext. #8

*Screw-Pan HD. 8-32 x 5/16

Cord-Power

Cover-Switch

• Motor (Includes Key #70)
* Screw-Pan Cross 10-24x3/8

Indicator-Bevel

Foot-Frame
*Screw-Hex HD. 5/16-18x1 1/2
* Screw-Pan HD. 6-32x3/8
*Lockwasher-1/4

Description

Key

No.

37 69172
3H
3!)
40 65)1,53
41 1)9174
42 69175
43
44 STD511005
45 STD512507
46 69178 Trunnion
47
48
49 69176
50 803709
51 69173 Support-Upper Guide
52 69152
53 817961
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63

64
65
66
67
68
69
70

—

Part

No.

Spacer
60528
69169

STD551010

STD541025
69167

60531 Screw-Locking Set 1 /4-20 x 5/8
69156
60532
60530 Screw-Truss HD. 1/4-20x3/4
9414920
STD541625
69160
69145

60533 Ring-Retaining
69148
815614
69168
69144
69162
68076
SP5100
69189

Bearing-Ball

Shaft-Guide Support

Guide

Support-Lower Guide

‘Washer 13/64 x 1/2x3/64
* Screw-Pan Cross 10-24 x 1/2

* Screw-Pan Cross 1 /4-20 x 3/4

* Nut-Hex 1/4-20

Rod-Guide Support

Guard-Blade

Shaft Asm. Bearing

Insert-Table

Screw-Flat Cross 1 /4 x 20 x 1

Washer 17/64x5/8x1/16

* Nut-Wing 1/4-20

Knob

Cover-Frame

Wheel-Drive

Shaft-Wheel

Belt-Timing

Pulley-Timing Belt

Capacitor

Owner’s Manual (Not Ulus.)

Bag of Loose Parts (Not Ulus.)

Description

Support-Guide

Table-Band Saw

Connector-Wire

Blade-Band Saw

(56-7/8" Long)

•Any attempt to repair this motor may create a hazard unless repair is done by a qualified service technician.
Repair service is available at your nearest Sears Store.

*Standard Hardware Items—May Be Purchased Locally

owners

manual

SERVICE

MODEL NO.

113.244513

10-INCH BAND SAW

Now that you have purchased your 10-Inch Band
Saw should a need ever exist for repair parts or
service, simply contact any Sears Service Center
and most Sears, Roebuck and Co. stores. Be sure

to provide all pertinent facts when you call or
visit.

The model number of your 10-Inch Band Saw will

be found on a plate at the right-hand side of the

saw.

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS
GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

PART NUMBER

MODEL NUMBER

113.244513

All parts listed may be ordered from any Sears
Service Center and most Sears stores. If the
parts you need are not stocked locally, your
order will be electronically transmitted to a Sears
Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling.

PART DESCRIPTION

NAME OF ITEM

10-Inch Band Saw

Part No. SP5100

Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL. 60684 U.S.A.

Form No. SP5100-1

Printed in Taiwan. 4/89