Craftsman 137216100 Owner’s Manual
Operator's Manual
16" SCROLL SAW
Model No.
137.216100
1/9 HP (Max. Developed)
Pin-end or Plain-end Blade
400-1600 S.P.M.
®
CAUTION"
Before using this Scroll Saw,
read this manual and follow
all its Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions
• Safety Instructions
• Installation
Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
Customer Help Line
1-800-843-1682
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.corn/craftsman
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SE(_TION PAGE
Product Specifications .............................................................................................................................................. 2
Warning ....................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Safety Instructions ..................................................................................................................................................... 3
Accessories and Attachments .................................................................................................................................. 6
Carton Contents ........... _............................................................................................................................................. 6
Know Your Scroll Saw .............................................................................................................................................. 7
Glossary of Terms ...................................................................................................................................................... 8
Assembly and Adjustments ...................................................................................................................................... 9
Basic Saw Operation ................................................................................................................................................. 13
Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................................... 16
Troubleshooting guide .............................................................................................................................................. 17
Parts ............................................................................................................................................................................ 18
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY
If this Scroll Saw fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year of date of purchase,
Sears will at its option repair or replace it free of charge.
Return this Scroll Saw to a Sears Service Center for repair, or to place of purchase for replacement.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that may vary from state
to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals
known to the state of California, to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
,, Lead from lead-based paints
• Crystalline silica from bdcks, cement and other masonry products
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to
these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
Motor
Power source ......... 120 V, 60 Hz, 1.4Amp., Ac
Speed ...................... 400 ~ 1600 spm
Speed control .......... Electronic
Blade
Type ..................... Pin-end or Plain-end
Depth of Throat ....... 16-1/16"
Blade Stroke .......... 7/8"
Depth of 45°Cut .... 1-118"Right; 314"Left
Depth of 90°Cut .... 2-1/4 °
Table
Size ...................... 12-3/16" X 18-7/8"
Tilt ........................ 45°Left ; Right
SAWDUST BLOWER ...... Yes
Toavoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to
the tool, use proper circuit protection. Use a separate
electi'ical circuit for your tools.
This Scroll Saw is wired at the factory for 120V operation.
Connect to a 120V, 15 AMP branch circuit and use a !5
Amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or
fire, replace power cord immediately if it is worn, cut or
damaged in any way.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THE SCROLL SAW
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert
and knowing how to use this Scroll Saw.
To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, do not
plug the Scroll Saw in until you have read and
understood the following:
1. READ and become familiar with the entire Operator's
Manual. LEARN the tool's application, limitations and
possible hazards.
2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
3. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from the toolbefore
turning ON,
4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches inviteaccidents,
5. DON'T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations, or
expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY,All visitors should be kept a
safe distance from work area,
7. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
8. DON'T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
9. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force tool or
attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
10.USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to
carry the current your product will draw. An
undersized cord will result in a drop in line voltage
and in loss of power that wilt cause the tool to
overheat. The table on page 5 shows the correct size
to use depending on cord length and nameplate
ampere rating, If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
11.WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose
clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other
jewelry that may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip
footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair.
12.ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Any Scroll Saw
can throw foreign objects into the eyes that could
cause permanent eye damage. ALWAYS wear Safety
Goggles (not glasses) that comply _th ANSi Safety
standard Z87.1 Everyday eyeglasses have only
impact-resistance lenses. They ARE NOT safety
glasses. Safety Goggles are available at Sears.
NOTE: Glasses or goggles not in compliance with
ANSi Z87.1 could cause serious injury.
13.WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK. Sawing
operation produces dust.
14.SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work
when practical. It's safer than using your hand and it
frees both hands to operate tool.
15,DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when
changing accessories such as blades, bits,•cutters,
and the like.
16.REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL
STARTING. Make sure switch is in OFF position
before plugging in.
17.USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
Operator's Manual for recommended accessories.
The use of improperaccessories may cause risk of
injury to persons.
18.NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could
occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is
unintentionally contacted.
19.CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use
ofthe tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform its intended function -
check for alignment of moving parts, binding of
moving pads, 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.
20.NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN POWER "OFF". Don't leave tool until it comes
toa complete stop,
21.DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper tooting and
balance at al! times.
22,MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp
and clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
23.DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work intoa blade or
cutter against the direction of rotation of theblade or
cutter only.
influenceofanydrugs,alcoholormedicationthat
couldaffectyourabilitytousethetoo!properly.
finger positions, where a sudden slip could cause a
hand to move into the blade when operating the saw.
25.DUSTgeneratedfromcertainmaterialscanbe
hazardoustoyourhealth.Alwaysoperatethesawin
well-ventilatedareaandprovideforproperdust
remc'.'c',.Usedustcollectionsystemswhenever
possible.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
SCROLL SAWS
READ AND UNDERSTAND all safety instructions
and operating procedures throughout the manual.
DO NOT OPERATE the Scroll Saw until it is
2,
completely assembled and installed according to the
instructions.
3. SHOULD any part of Scroll Saw be missing,
damaged, or fail in any way, or any electrica!
component fail to perform properly, shut off the switch
and remove theplug from the power supply outlet.
Replace missing, damaged, or failed parts before
resuming operation.
4. IFYOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the
operation of a Scroll Saw, obtain advice from your
supervisor, instructor, or other qualified person.
13.HOLD WORKPIECE FIRMLY against the table top.
14.NEVER CUT MATERIAL that is too small to be held
safely.
15.DO NOT USE dull or bent blades.
16.TURN THE SAW OFF AND UNPLUG THE CORD if
the blade binds in the saw kerf while being backed.
out of the workpiece, usually caused by sawdust
clogging the kerf. If this happens, turn off the scroll
saw and unplug the power cord. Wedge open the kerf
and b__ '_e blade out of "-=_workpiece,
17.DO NOT feed the material too fast while cutting. Only
feed the workpiece at the rate the saw will cut.
18.TURN THE POWER OFF, remove the switch key and
make sure the scroll saw comes to a complete stop
before installing or removing an accessory, and
before leaving the work area.
19.DO NOT START the saw with workpiece pressing
against the blade. Slowly feed the workpiece into the
moving blade.
20.WHEN CUTTING a large workpiece, MAKE SURE
the material is supported at table height.
5. SERIOUS INJURY could occur if the tool tips over or
you accidentally hit the cutting tool. Do not store
anything above or near the tool.
6. AVOID INJURY from unexpected saw movement.
Place the saw on a firm level surface where the saw
does not rock, and bolt or clamp the saw to its
support.
7. YOUR SCROLL SAW MUST BE SECURELY
FASTENED to a stand or workbench. If there is any
tendency for the stand or workbench to move during
operation, the stand or workbench MUST be fastened
to the floor.
8. THIS SCROLL SAW is intended for indoor use only.
9. TENSION BLADE PROPERLY before starting the
saw. Recheck and adjust tension as needed.
10.BLADE TEETH MUST POINT downward toward the
table.
11.TABLE MUST BE CLEARED of all debris before
operating saw. Do not perform lay out, set up or
assemble work on the table when the saw is in
operation.
21.EXERCISE CAUT!ON when cutting workpieces that
are round or irregularly shaped, workpieces can pinch
the blade.
22.ALWAYS release blade tension before loosening the
blade holder screw.
23.MAKE CERTAIN table tilting lock is tightened before
starting the machine.
24.NEVER REACH under the scroll saw table when
motor is running.
25.CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS before each use.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting or any
other conditions that may affect operation. Parts that
are damaged should be properly repaired or replaced
before using the tool.
26.THINK SAFETY.
GROUNDINGINSTRUCTIONS
IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR
BREAKDOWN, grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of
electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord
that has an equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug MUST be plugged into a
matching receptacle that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and
ordinances.
DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED. If it willnot fit
the receptacle, have the proper receptacle installed by a
qualified electrician.
IMPROPER CONNECTION of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The
conductor with green insulation (with or without yellow
stripes) is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair
or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary,
DO NOT connect the equipment-grounding conductor to
a live terminal.
Running at a lower voltage wiltdamage the mold€.
This tool is intended for use on a circuitthat has a
receptacle like the one illustrated in Figure A.
Figure A shows a 3-prong electrical plug and receptacle
that has a grounding conductor. If a properly grounded
receptacle is not available, an adapter (Figure B) can be
used to temporarily connect this plug to a 2-contact
grounded receptacle. The temporary adapter should be
used only until a properly grounded receptacle can be
installed by a qualified technician. The adapter (Figure B)
has a rigid lug extending from it that MUST be connected
to a permanent earth ground, such as a properly
grounded receptacle box. TheCanadian Electrical Code
prohibits the use of the adapters.
CAUTION: In all cases, make certain the receptacle is
properly grounded. If you are not sure, have a qualified
electrician check the receptacle.
This tool is for indooruse only. Do not expose to rain or
use in clamp locations.
CHECK with a qualified electrician or service person if
you do not completely understand the grounding
instructions,or ifyou are not sure the tool is properly
grounded.
USE ONLY 3-WIRE EXTENSION CORDS THAT HAVE
3-PRONG GROUNDING PLUGS AND 3-POLE
RECEPTACLES THAT ACCEPT THE TOOL'S PLUG.
REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR WORN CORD
IMMEDIATELY.
GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS
USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is in good cor_it!or_ When ,J?!,_.__
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to
carry the current your product will draw. An undersized
cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss 0f
power and cause overheating. The table below shows
the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in
good condition. Always replace a damaged extension
cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before
using it. Protect your extension cords from sharp objects,
excessive heat and damp or wet areas.
Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This circui1_
must not be less than # 12 wire and should be protected
with a 15 Amp time delay fuse. Before connecting the
motor to the power line, make sure the switch is in the
OFF position and the electric current is rated the same
Fig. A
3-Prong Plug
GroundingProng
Properly Grounded
3-Prong Receptacle
Fig. B
Grounding Lug _
_J_"l_r'_ II isConnectedto a
.-/j_;r_ j . _. _ Receptacle
.-/7 -'_ -- Adapter
_ _>..__ IF" 2-Prong
This tool must be grounded while in use to protect the
operator from electrical shock.
H _, it U ." e;, . t. o_, O'I .
(When using 120 volts only)
Ampere Rating Total length of cord in feet
Morethan notmorethan 25' 50' 100' 150"
0 6 18 16 16 14
6 10 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 netrecommended
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AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES
UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS
• To avoid injury, do not attempt to modify this tool or
create accessories not recommended for use with
this tool. Any such alteration or modification is
misuse and could result in a hazardous condition
leading to possible serious injury,
. Use only accessories recommended for this scroll
saw. Follow instructions that accompany accessories.
Use of improper accessories may cause hazards.
Visit your Sears Hardware Department or see the Sears
Power and Hand Tool Catalog for the following
accessories:
ITEM
Pin-end saw blades
Plain-end saw blades
Sears may recommend other accessories not listed in
this manual.
See your nearest Sears store or Power and Hand Tool
Catalog for other accessories.
Do not use any accessory unless you have completely
read the instruction or Operator's Manual for that
accessory.
• To avoid injury, if any part is missing or damaged, do
not plug the scroll saw in until the missing or
damaged part is replaced, and assembly is
complete.
• To avoid fire and toxic reaction, never use gasoline,
naphtha, acetone, lacquer, thinner, or similar highly
volatile solvents to clean the scroll saw.
Carefully unpack the scroll saw and all its parts, and
compare against the illustration following.
1. Remove the scroll saw from the carton by lifting the
saw by the back of the upper frame.
2. Place the saw on a secure surface and examine it
carefully.
CAUTION: Do not lift this saw by the arm that holds the
blade, this may result in damage to the tool.
Hex. Wrench
Scroll Saw
Blade
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