Craftsman 137218030001 User Manual

Operator's Manual

10 in. TABLE SAW WiTH STAND

Model No, 137.218030

CAUTION:

Before using this Table Saw, read this manual and follow

all its Safety Rules and Operating instructions

Customer Help Line

For Technical Support

1-800-843-1682

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA

Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.comlcraftsman

Part No. 137218030001

e Safety Instructions

• Installation o Operation

e Maintenance

• Parts List

Sears Parts &

Repair Center

1-800-488-1222

SECTION PAGE

Warranty ........................................ 2

Product Specifications ....................... 2

Power Tool Safety ............................. 3

Table Saw Safety .................................. 4

Electrical Requirements and Safety ...... 5

Accessories and Attachments .............. 6

Tools Needed For Assembly ................ 6

Carton Contents .................................... 6

SECTION PAGE

Know Your Table Saw ........................... 8

Glossary of Terms ................................. 9

Assembly and Adjustments ................. 10

Operation ............................................. 17

Maintenance .................................... 22

Troubleshooting Guide ........................ 23

Parts List ............................................. 24

Push Stick Plan ................................... 28

ONE=YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TOOL

if this Craftsman tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, CALL 1-800-4-MY-HOME® TO ARRANGE FOR FREE REPAIR (or replacement if repair proves impossible).

if this tool is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty will apply for only ninety days from the date of purchase. This warranty applies only while this tool is 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., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

IAkWARNINGI

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these

chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints

• Crystalline silica from bricks, 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

Type .......................................................... Universal

Amps ......................................................... 15

Voltage ...................................................... 120

Hz .............................................................. 60

RPM (no load) ........................................... 5000

SAW

Rip Capacity With Extension ......... 24 in. Right & Left

Blade Size .................................... 10 in.

Blade Arbor Size .......................... 5/8 in.

Maximum Cut Depth @ 90° .......... 3 in.

Maximum Cut Depth @ 45° .......... 2-1/2 in.

Maximum Diameter Dado ............. 6 in. (Stackable only)

Maximum Dado Cut Width ............ 1/2 in.

[A WARNING]

To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection. This tool is wired at the factory for 110-120 Volt operation, it must be connected to a 110-120 Volt / 15 Ampere

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.

Before using your tool, it is critical that you read and understand these safety rules. Failure to follow these rules could result in serious injury to you or damage to the tool.

GENERAL SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS Read and understand all the instructions below before using the power tool. These safety instructions are not

meant to cover every possible condition that could occur. As with any power tool, common sense, vigilance

and due care must be used.

READ and become familiar with this entire

Operator's Manual. LEARN the tool's applications,

adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning ON.

limitations and possible hazards.

16. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.

[A wAn.I.GJ

TURN THE POWER OFF. Do not leave the tool before the blade comes to a complete stop.

Look for this symbol that identifies important safety

precautions. It means BE ALERTt YOUR SAFETY IS iNVOLVED!

17. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is

unintentionally contacted.

NEVER OPERATE THIS MACHINE WITHOUT THE

SAFETY GUARD iN PLACE FOR ALL THROUGH= SAWING OPERATIONS.

18. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

4. DO NOT USE iN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT such as damp or wet locations or in the rain. Keep

work area well lighted.

5. DO NOT use power tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.

6. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and

benches invite accidents.

7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be

kept at a safe distance from the work area.

8. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job

better and safer if used at the rate for which it was

designed.

9. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force the tool or attachment to do a job for which it is not designed.

10. 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.

11. WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK. Sawing, cutting and sanding operations produce dust.

12. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and when changing accessories, such as blades, cutters, etc.

13. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL

STARTING. Make sure the switch is in the OFF position before plugging tool into the power supply.

19.

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp

and clean for most efficient and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing

accessories.

20. CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR LOOSE PARTS. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding

of moving parts, loose mounting and any other conditions that may affect its safe operation. A

guard or other part that is loose or damaged should be properly adjusted, repaired or replaced.

21. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.

22. DO NOT operate the tool if you are under the influence of any drugs, alcohol or medication that

could impair your ability to use the tool safely.

23. USE A DUST COLLECTION SYSTEM whenever possible. Dust generated from certain materials can

be hazardous to your health and, in some cases, a fire hazard. Always operate the power tool in a

well-ventilated area with adequate dust removal.

24.

ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Any power

tool can throw debris into your eyes that could cause permanent eye damage. ALWAYS wear

safety goggles (not glasses) that comply with ANSI safety standard Z87.1. Everyday glasses have only

impact resistant lenses. They ARE NOT safety glasses.

NOTE: Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could cause serious injury when they

break.

14. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the Operator's Manual for recommended

accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause injury to you or damage to the tool.

15. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form the habit of checking to see that keys and

25. DiRECTiON OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or

cutter only.

26. DO NOT loan your tool to a neighbor or friend without providing him/her with the

Operator's Manual. Be sure he/she learns the tool's applications and possible hazards.

ALWAYS USE SAW BLADE GUARD, splitter 12. and anti-kickback pawls for every through-sawing operation. Through-sawing operations are those

in which the blade cuts completely through the 13. workpiece when ripping or crosscutting. Always be sure blade guard is tightened securely.

ALWAYS HOLD WORK FIRMLY against the miter gauge or rip fence.

ALWAYS USE a push stick, especially when ripping

narrow stock. Refer to ripping instructions in this Operator's Manual where the push stick is covered

in detail. A pattern for making your own push stick is

included on page 28.

NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION FREEHAND, which means using only your hands to support or

guide the workpiece. Always use either the fence or the miter gauge to position and guide the work.

[,_ DANGER J

FREEHAND CUTTING IS THE MAJOR CAUSE OF

KICKBACK AND FINGER/HAND AMPUTATIONS.

NEVER USE THE MITER GAUGE AND FENCE SIMULTANEOUSLY.

PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPORT to the rear

and the sides of the saw table for long or wide workpieces.

AVOID KICKBACKS (work thrown back towards

you) by keeping the blade sharp, the rip fence parallel to the saw blade and by keeping the splitter, anti-kickback pawls and guards in place, aligned

and functioning. Do not release work before passing it completely beyond the saw blade. Do not rip work that is twisted, warped or does not have a straight

edge to guide it along the fence. Do not attempt to reverse out of a cut with the blade running.

14. AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS and hand positions where a sudden slip could cause your

hand to move into the saw blade.

15.

NEVER USE SOLVENTS to clean plastic parts.

Solvents could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material. Only a soft damp cloth should be used to clean plastic parts.

16. MOUNT your table saw on a bench or stand before performing any cutting operations. Refer to

ASSEMBLY on page 10.

5. NEVER STAND or have any part of your body in 17. line with the path of the saw blade. Keep your hands

out of the saw blade path.

18.

6. NEVER REACH behind or over the cutting tool for

any reason.

7. REMOVE the rip fence when crosscutting.

19.

8. DO NOT USE a molding head with this saw.

9. FEED WORK INTO THE BLADE against the direction of rotation only. 20.

10. NEVER use the rip fence as a cut-off gauge when crosscutting.

11. NEVER ATTEMPT TO FREE A STALLED SAW

BLADE without first turning the saw OFF. Turn power switch OFF immediately to prevent motor

damage.

NEVER CUT METALS or materials that may make

hazardous dust.

ALWAYS USE IN A WELL-VENTILATED AREA.

Remove sawdust frequently. Clean out sawdust from the interior of the saw to prevent a potential fire

hazard.

NEVER LEAVE THE SAW RUNNING

UNATTENDED. Do not leave the saw until the blade comes to a complete stop.

FOR PROPER OPERATION follow the instructions

in this Operator's Manual entitled OPERATION (Page 17).

NOTE: On machines with no stand or if stand is not being used, a hole approximately 11 in. square must

be cut under saw to allow sawdust to fall through. Failure to cut this hole will allow sawdust to build up in the motor area, resulting in a fire hazard and

potential motor damage.

GROUNDING iNSTRUCTiONS

tN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, grounding provides a path of least

resistance for electric currents and reduces the risk of

electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electrical 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 will not

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 the green insulation (with or without

yellow stripes) is the equipment grounding conductor.

tf repair or replacement of the electrical cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment grounding

conductor to a live terminal.

or a #14 wire with a 15 A time-lag fuse. NOTE: When using an extension cord on a circuit with a #14 wire, the extension cord must not exceed 25 feet in length. 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 as the current stamped on the motor

nameplate. Running at a lower voltage will damage the

motor. This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has

a receptacle like the one illustrated in Fig. 1.

Fig. 1 shows a three-pronged electrical plug and

receptacle that has a grounding conductor. If a properly grounded receptacle is not available, an adapter (Fig. 2) can be used to temporarily connect this plug to a two- contact grounded receptacle. The adapter (Fig. 2) has a

rigid lug extending from it that MUST be connected to a permanent earth ground, such as a properly grounded

receptacle box.

CAUTION In all cases, make certain the receptacle is properly

grounded, if you are not sure, have a qualified electrician check the receptacle.

CHECK with a qualified electrician or service person if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions, or if you are not certain the tool is properly

grounded.

USE only three-wire extension cords that have three-

pronged grounding plugs with three-pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug. Repair or replace damaged or worn cords immediately.

GUiDELiNES FOR EXTENSION CORDS

USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. Use an

extension cord heavy enough to carry the current your

product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop

in line voltage resulting in loss of power, overheating and burning out of the motor. The table on the right shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating, tf in doubt,

use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge

number, the heavier the cord.

Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified technician before

using it. Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat and damp or wet areas.

Use a separate electrical circuit for your tool. This circuit

must not be less than #12 wire with a 20 A time-lag fuse

CAUTION This tool is for indoor use only. Do not expose to

rain or use in damp locations.

Fig. 1 ged Plug

g Prong

Properly Grounded

Three-Pronged Receptacle

Fig. 2

Grounding Lug

Adapter

Make sure this is

connected to a

known ground.

Two-Pronged

Receptacle

CAUTION This tool must be grounded while in use to protect

the operator from electric shock.

' O" • O'm '

(When using 120volts only)

Ampere Rating Total length of Cord

MoreThan NotMoreThan 25ft. 50ft. 100ft. 150ft.

0 6 8 16 16 14

6 10 8 I6 14 12 10 12 6 16 14 12

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS

[_ WARNING I

Visit your Sears Hardware Department or see the

Craftsman Power and Hand Tools Catalog to purchase

recommended accessories for this power tool.

[A WARNINGI

To avoid the risk of personal injury:

• Do not use adjustable (wobble) type dadoes or carbide tipped dado blades.

• Only use stackable dadoes.

• Maximum dado width is 1/2".

• Do not use a dado with a diameter larger than 6".

• Do not use molding head set with this saw.

• Do not modify this power tool or use accessories not recommended by Sears.

SUPPLIED NOT SUPPLIED

Blade wrench

Medium screwdriver

#2 Phillips screwdriver

Separate all parts from packing materials. Check each part with the illustration on the next page and the "Table

of Loose Parts" to make certain all items are accounted for, before discarding any packing material.

IA WARNINGI

if any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble the table saw, plug in the power cord,

or turn the switch ON until the missing or damaged part is obtained and is installed correctly. To avoid electric shock, use only identical replacement parts when servicing double insulated tools. Call

1=800=4-MY=HOME® for replacement parts.

TABLE OF LOOSE PARTS

ITEM DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

A Table saw assembly 1

B Blade guard and splitter ass'y 1

C Bolt, flat washer, toothed washer, 1 each

oval washer, spring washer

D Rip fence, handle & nut 1

E Handwheel 2 F Dome nut 2

G Miter gauge 1 H Hex key 2

t Blade wrench 2

J Left table extension fence 1 K Right table extension fence 1

L Locking knob 4

M Blade 1

[ II II II III II I

Straight edge

3 mm Hex Key

4 mm Hex Key Adjustable wrench

I 'i't'l'I"l'i'l 'i"l:_

Combination square

STAND

Short upper support

Long upper support

Short bottom support

Long bottom support

Leg

Stand mounting hardware bag

NOTE: To make assembly easier, keep contents of box together. Apply a coat of automobile wax to the table. Wipe all parts thoroughly with a clean dry cloth. This will

reduce friction when pushing the workpeice. To avoid injury, the styrofoam block should be removed between

the motor and the table.

2 2

2 2 4

UNPACKING YOUR TABLE SAW

I o G

o [1

[1 [1

K M

Left extension fence

Blade guard Miter gauge

Side table extension

Rip fence _ Table insert Table

Right extension fence

Extension fence lock knob

Blade tilt pointer

Blade tilt scale

ON/OFF switch

with safety key

Overload reset switch

Miter gauge storage

Front stand mounting holes

Blade bevel lock knob

Blade tilting handwheel Blade elevation

handwheel

- Rip fence storage hook

Stand

Anti-kickback pawls

Blade

Splitter

Blade wrenches

Splitter bracket

Rear mounting holes

ANTFKICKBACKPAWLS- Preventstheworkpiece frombeingkickedupwardorbacktowardthefrontofthe

tablesawbythespinningblade.

OVERLOADRESETSWITCH- Resetsthe thermocoupleandprovidesawaytorestartthesaw

motorifitoverloadsoroverheats.

ARBOR- Theshaftonwhichthebladeordadois

mounted. BEVELCUT- Ananglecutmadethroughthefaceof

theworkpiece.

BLADEBEVELSCALE- Measurestheangletheblade

istiltedwhensetfora bevelcut.

BLADEELEVATIONHANDWHEEL- Raisesand

lowerstheblade.

BLADEGUARD- Clearplasticcoverthatpositions

itselfoverthebladewhilecutting. COMPOUNDCUT- Asimultaneousbevelandmiter

cut.

CROSSCUT - A cut made across the width of the workpiece.

DADO - Special cutting blades that are used to cut

grooves in a workpiece.

PUSHSTICK- Specialaccessorythatisusedtopush workpieceswhenperformingrippingoperations.

RESIN- Astickysapthathashardened. REVOLUTIONSPERMINUTE(RPM)- Thenumberof

turnscompletedbyaspinningobjectinoneminute. RIPFENCE- Aguideusedforripcuttingwhichallows

theworkpiecetocutstraight. RiPPiNG- Cutting with the grain of the wood or along

the length of the workpiece.

SAW BLADE PATH - The area of the workpiece or table top directly in line with the travel of the blade or the part of the workpiece that will be cut.

SET - The distance between two saw blade tips, bent outward in opposite directions to each other. The further apart the tips are, the greater the set.

SPLITTER - Keeps the workpiece split apart after being cut to prevent binding on the blade and workpiece.

FREEHAND - Performing a cut without using a rip

fence, miter gauge, hold down or other proper device to prevent the workpiece from twisting during the cutting operation.

GUM - A sticky sap from wood products.

HEEL - Misalignment of the blade.

JAM NUT - Nut used to lock another nut in place on a threaded rod or bolt.

KERF - The amount of material removed by the blade

cut.

MITER CUT - An angle cut made across the width of the workpiece.

MITER GAUGE - A guide used for crosscutting operations that slides in the table top channels (grooves)

located on either side of the blade, it helps make accurate straight or angle crosscuts.

TABLE INSERT - Metal insert that is removed from the table to install / remove blades, tt is also removed for dado cutting. When dado cutting, a dado insert plate

must be used.

THROUGH- SAWING - Making a cut completely through the length or width of a workpiece.

WORKPIECE - Material to be cut.

Leading edge

Kerf

Surface

Workpiece

Saw blade path

Trailing edge

+ 21 hidden pages