Craftsman 137.218040 User Manual
Operator's Manual
3.0 HP (Max. Developed)
10" Inch Blade
5000 R.P.M.
TABLE SAW
Model No.
137.218040
• Safety Instructions
CAUTION:
Before using this Table Saw, read this manual and
follow all its Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions. Failure to heed the warnings in this
manual can result in serious injury to the user.
• Installation
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
Customer Help Line
1-800-843-1682
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman
Part No. 137218040001
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
Assembly and Adjustments ................. 9
Operation ....................................... 16
Maintenance ................................... 20
Troubleshooting Guide ....................... 21
Parts List......................................... 22
Push Stick Plan ................................. 30
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY
If this Table 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 Table 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 which 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 bricks, cement and other masonry products
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 equipmentsuch as dust
masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
MOTOR
HP(Maximum developed) ...... 3.0
Type .................................. Universal
Amps ................................. 15
Voltage .............................. 120
Hz ...................................... 60
RPM (no load) ...................... 5000
Overload Protection ............. YES
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to the table saw, use proper circuit protection.
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
SAW
Table Size ........................ 26-7/64" x 17-5/8"
Table Extensions ............... Yes - Three
Extension Fence Capacity... 24" Right & Left
Blade Size ........................ 10"
Rip Fence ........................ YES
Miter Gauge ...................... YES
Maximum Cut Depth @ 90°.. 3"
Maximum Cut Depth @ 45°.. 2-1/2"
Maximum Diameter Dado 6"
Maximum Dado Cut Width... 1/2"
Net Weight ........................ 52 LBS
This table saw 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 table saw, it is critical that you read and understand these safety rules. Failure to follow these
Before using your table saw, it is critical that you read and understand these safety
rules. Failure to follow these rules could result in serious injury or damage to the table saw.
Good safety practices are a combination of common
sense, staying alert and understanding how to use your
power tool. To avoid mistakes that could cause serious
injury, do not plug in your power tool until you have read
and understood the following safety rules:
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
adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool
before turning ON.
1. READ and become familiar with this entire
16.
Operator's Manual. LEARN the tool's applications,
limitations and possible hazards.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN THE POWER "OFF". Do not leave the tool
before it comes to a complete stop.
.
Look for this symbol that
identifies important safety precautions. It indicates a
potentially hazardous situation where your safety is
involved. You must adhere to the safety instructions
to avoid serious injury or possible death.
.
Look for this symbol that
identifies important safety precautions. It indicates
an imminently hazardous situation where your safety
is involved. You must adhere to the safety
instructions to avoid serious injury or possible death.
.
NEVER OPERATE THIS MACHINE WITHOUT THE
SAFETY GUARD IN PLACE FOR ALL THROUGH-
SAWING OPERATIONS.
.
DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS
such as damp or wet locations or exposure to rain.
Keep work area well lighted.
e.
DO NOT use power tools in the presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
7.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents.
8.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept
at a safe distance from the work area.
9.
DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
10.
USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force the tool or
attachment to do a job for which it is not designed.
11.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. DO NOT wear loose
clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or other
jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Non-
slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair.
12.
WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK. Sawing,
cutting and sanding operations produce dust.
17.
NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could
occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is
unintentionally contacted.
18.
DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
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 PARTS. Before further
use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to ensure it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check
for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, mounting and any other conditions that may
affect its safe operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
21.
MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF 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 wherever
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 foreign objects into your eyes which
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.
13. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and when
changing accessories such as blades, cutters, etc.
14. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL
STARTING. Make sure the switch is in the OFF
position before plugging into the power supply.
USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the Operator's Manual for recommended
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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 AUTHORZE ADDITIONAL USERS to
operate this power tool without the accompanying
operators manual for which the user must read &
understand.
ALWAYS USE SAW BLADE GUARD, splitter and 12.
anti-kickback pawls for every operation for which they
can be used, including through-sawing. Through-
sawing operations are those in which the blade cuts
completely through the workpiece when ripping or 13.
cross-cutting.
.
ALWAYS HOLD WORK FIRMLY against the miter
gauge or rip fence.
.
USE A PUSH STICK when required. Always use a
push stick 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 30.
.
NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION "FREE
HAND", 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: FREEHAND CUTTING IS THE MAJOR
CAUSE OF KICK-BACK & FINGER/HAND
AMPUTATIONS.
.
NEVER STAND or have any part of your body in line
with the path of the saw blade. Keep your hands out
of the saw blade path.
.
NEVER REACH behind or over the cutting tool for
any reason.
7. NEVER use a rip fence when cross cutting.
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 and
functioning. Do not release work before it has
passed all the way past the saw blade & is off the
table. Do not rip work that is twisted, warped or does
not have a straight edge to guide it along the fence.
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 AND ADJUSTMENTS on page 9.
17.
NEVER CUT METALS or materials which may make
hazardous dust.
18.
ALWAYS USE IN WELL-VENTILATED AREA.
Remove sawdust frequently. Clean out sawdust from
the interior of the saw to prevent a potential fire
hazard. Attach a vacuum to the dust port for
additional sawdust removal.
8. DO NOT USE a molding head with this saw.
9. FEED WORK INTO THE BLADE against the
direction of rotation only.
10.
NEVER use the rip fence as a cut-off gauge when
cross-cutting.
11.
NEVER ATTEMPT TO FREE A STALLED SAW
BLADE without first turning the saw OFF. Turn
power switch OFF and disconnect the plug from the
power source immediately to prevent motor damage
& before removing material
19.
NEVER LEAVE THE SAW running unattended. Do
not leave the saw until it comes to a complete stop.
20.
FOR proper operation follow the instructions in this
Operator's Manual. Failure to provide sawdust fall-
through and removal hole will allow sawdust to build
up in the motor area resulting in a fire hazard and
potential motor damage (see page 10 for details).
21.
DO NOT AUTHORIZE ADDITIONAL USERS to
operate this power tool without the accompanying
operators manual for which the user must read and
understand.
22.
THE REAR OF THE TABLE INSERT MUST BE
FLUSH TO THE TABLE during all sawing
operations. Two different inserts are provided for
regular through-sawing operations and dado cutting
where a rubber adjusting spacer is provided under
the rear of the insert for this purpose.
23.
DO NOT USE A DADO BLADE LARGER THAN 6"
in diameter and ½" in width.
POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to
the table saw, use proper circuit protection. Always
use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This
power tool is wired at the factory for 120V operation.
Connect it to a 120V, 15 Amp circuit and use a 15
Amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid
shock or fire, replace the cord immediately if it is
worn, cut or damaged in any way.
BREAKDOWN, grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of
electric shock. This saw 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.
EXTENSION CORD REQUIREMENTS
Any extension cord must be GROUNDED for safe
operation.
MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS
(AWG type / 120 Volt only)
Ampere Rating
More Than
0
6
10
Not
More Than 25' 50' 100' 150'
6 18 16 16 14
10 18 16 14 12
12 16 16 14 12
Total length in feet
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GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS
Any extension cord used for power tools MUST be
grounded (3 wire with two flat prongs and one round
ground prong).
Make sure the extension cord is in good condition. When
using an extension cord, make sure you use one heavy
enough to carry the current the tool will draw. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting
in loss of power and overheating. The table above shows
the correct size to use according to extension cord length
and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge cord. The smaller the gauge number the
heavier the cord.
NOTE: THE 12 TO 16AMP RATING IS CORRECT FOR
THIS TOOL. IT IS HIGHLIGHTED IN THE TABLE
ABOVE.
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 (wire) with the green insulation (with or without
yellow stripes) is the equipment grounding conductor, tf
repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is
necessary, DO NOT connect the equipment grounding
conductor to a live terminal.
CHECK with a qualified electrician or service personnel if
you do not completely understand the grounding
instructions, or if you are not sure the saw is properly
grounded.
USE ONLY 3-WIRE EXTENSION CORDS THAT HAVE
3-PRONG GROUNDING PLUGS AND 3-POLE
GROUNDING RECEPTACLES THAT ACCEPT THE
SAW'S PLUG. REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR
WORN CORDS IMMEDIATELY.
3-Prong Plug
Properly Grounded
3*Prong Receptacle
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.
Before connecting the saw to the extension cord, make
sure the saw switch is turned OFF.
Make Sure This
is Connected to a
Known Ground
"" 2-Prong
Receptacle
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
Visit your Sears Hardware Department or see the
Craftsman Power and Hand Tools Catalog to purchase
recommended accessories for this power tool.
To avoid the risk of personal injury:
• Do not use adjustable (wobble) type dadoes or carbide
tipped dado blades.
• 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.
TOOLS NEEDED
Adiust_ble wrench
Phitlips screwdrwer
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Straight edge
Combination square
UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS
• For missing or damaged parts on initial
purchase, call 800-843-1682
• To order parts, call 800-366-7278
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.
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.
TABLE OF LOOSE PARTS
ITEM DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
A. Table saw assembly 1
B. Blade guard and splitter 1
C. Bolt, flat washer, toothed washer, 1each
Oval washer, spring washer
D. Rip fence, handle & nut 1
E. Hand wheels 2
F. Dome nuts 2
G. Hand wheel handle 2
H. Dado table insert 1
I. Miter gauge 1
J. Hex keys 2
K. Blade wrenches 2
L. Table extension fences 2
M. Locking Knobs 4
N. Blade 1
O. Dust chute 1
P. Dust bag 1
STAND
Q. Short Upper Support 2
R. Long Upper Support 2
S. Short Bottom Support 2
T. Long Bottom Support 2
U. Leg 4
V. Stand mounting hardware bag 1
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.
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UNPACKING YOUR TABLE SAW:
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Left Extension Fence
Rip Fence
Blade Guard
Table Insert
Miter Gauge SideTable
Table
Extension
Right Extension Fence
Table lock
handles
TABL_ SAW ...........
Blade tilt pointer
Blade tilt scale
ON/OFF switch
with safety key
Overload reset
switch
Front Stand Dust Collection
Mounting Holes Bag
Blade bevel
lock knob
handwheel
Stand
Blade Tilting
Handwheel
Blade elevation
ip Fence Storage
Hooks
Anti-Kickback pawls
Blade
Splitter
Splitter bracket
Rear Mounting Holes
Assemble stand (Fig. A)
1. Unpack all parts and group by type and size (Fig. A).
Refer to parts list for quantities.
2. Attach one long upper support (12) to top of leg (1) using
one square neck bolt (2) and nut (8).
NOTE: Snug bolts until stand is properly aligned (see
step #9 before tightening).
3. Attach other end of long upper support to top of another
leg using one square neck bolt and nut.
4. Attach one long bottom support (3) to center of each leg
using square neck bolts and nuts. This completes the
front frame section.
5. Assemble rear frame section in exactly the same way.
6. Join front and rear frame assemblies using two short
upper supports (9) and two short bottom supports (13),
square neck bolts and nuts.
7. Insert large hex head bolt (4) into rubber foot (5) and
insert into bottom of leg. Fasten with washer (6) and nut
(7). Repeat for each leg.
8. Attach one hook (14) to the left of the stand. Attach two
hooks to the right of the stand for the rip fence storage.
9. Place stand on level surface and adjust so all legs are
contacting the floor and are at similar angles to the floor.
Tighten all bolts.
NOTE: Stand should not rock after all bolts are tightened.
Fig. A
Assemble table saw to stand (Fig. A, B)
1. Place protective corrugated cardboard or old
blanket on floor to protect the saw table surface.
2. Place the saw up-side down on the protective
material (Fig. B).
3. Position the dust chute between the stand and saw.
4. Position the stand up-side down on the saw base.
NOTE: Make sure front of stand and front of saw
are facing the same direction.
5. Line up the four holes in saw base, dust chute and
stand.
6. Fasten saw to dust chute to stand using four bolts
(10), washers (11) and nuts (8).
NOTE: Place washer on each bolt before inserting
into saw base and through the support. Nut must
be flush against the bracket (see Fig. A).
7. Tighten all four nuts.
NOTE: DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN NUTS HOLDING
SAW TO STAND. THIS MAY DAMAGE THE SAW
BASE.
8. Carefully set the saw in its upright position on a
clean level surface.
Fig. B
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