Craftsman 137.218041 User Manual

Operator's Manual

(RRFTSMRH

3.0 HP (Max. Developed)

10" Inch Blade 5000 R.P.M.

TABLE SAW

Model No.

137.218041

• 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.

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. 137218041001

• Installation

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

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:

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 spec a y des gned to f ter out m croscop c part c es.

MOTOR

HP(Maximum developed) ...... 3.0

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

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

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

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

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

Overload Protection ............. YES

• Lead from lead-based paints

• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products ° 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

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To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to the table saw, use proper circuit protection. 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 rules could result in serious injury to you or damage to the table saw.

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safety rules.

Before using your table saw, it is critical that you read and understand these

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:

1. READ and become familiar with this entire Operator's Manual. LEARN the tool's applications,

limitations and possible hazards.

2. _ 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 inury 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.

DO NOT use power tools in the presence of

flammable liquids or gases.

KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept

at a safe distance from the work area.

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.

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.

16. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.

TURN THE POWER "OFF". Do not leave the tool

before it comes to a complete stop.

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 shou[d 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

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 13.

completely through the workpiece when ripping or 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 inthis 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.

NEVER use a rip fence when cross cutting.

DO NOT USE a molding head with this saw.

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

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.

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 afire hazard and potential motor damage (see page 10for 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

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.

EXTENSION CORD REQUIREMENTS

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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 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.

DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED. If it will not fit

the receptacle, have the proper receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.

Any extension cord must be GROUNDED for safe operation.

MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS

(AWG type / 120 Volt only)

Ampere Rating

Not

More Than More Than

0 6 6 10

10 12

Total length in feet

25' 50' 100' 150'

18 16 16 14 18 16 14 12

16 16 14 12

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. Ifin doubt, use the next heavier gauge cord. The smaller the gauge number the

heavier the cord. NOTE: THE 12 TO 16 AMP RATING IS CORRECT FOR THIS TOOL. IT IS HIGHLIGHTED IN THE TABLE

ABOVE.

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.

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. If

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

Grounding Prong

"_" Properly Grounded

3-Prong Receptacle

Grounding Lug

_l _L Make Sure This

_-'YI'l_P4-__ II is Connected to a

_1 I_)_J_ Known Ground

_t_jJ,, _--__- II-_ 2-Prong

.)q_ - _N _ Receptacle

Adapter

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

13mm Wrench

Adjustable wrench

Phitlips screwdriver

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, 1 each

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 key 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. R.

S. T.

U. V.

Short Upper Support 2

Long Upper Support 2 Short Bottom Support 2

Long Bottom Support 2 Leg 4

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.

UNPACKING YOUR TALBE SAW:

A N

B D

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m m

0 0

0 o

Q R S T U V

Rip fence

Blade guard

Table insert

Miter gauge

Side table

extension

Left extension fence

Blade tilt pointer

Blade tilt scale

ON/OFF switch

with safety key

Overload reset switch

Front stand

mounting hole_,

// Table

o,;

Right extension fence

Table lock handles

Blade bevel lock knob

Blade tilting handwheel

Blade elevation handwheel

p fence storage

hooks

Stand

Dust collection

bag

_nches

Blade

Anti-kickback pawls

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 (t3),

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 ripfence 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 (t 1) 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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SAW MOUNTED TO WORK SURFACE (FIG. C)

1. Ifthe leg set will not be used, the saw must be properly secured to a sturdy workbench using the four mounting holes at the base of the saw.

2. The surface of the table where the saw is to be mounted must have a hole large enough to facilitate

sawdust fall-through and removal.

3. Square the saw on the mounting surface and mark the location of the four 3/8" mounting holes (1).

4. Drill 3/8" hole into the mounting surface.

5. Mark an 11" square (2) centered between the four mounting holes (t).

6. Cut out and remove the square.

7. This opening will allow sawdust to fall through the saw base.

8. Place the saw on the work surface, and align the mounting holes of the saw with those drilled through

the surface.

9. Fasten the saw to the work surface.

Fig. D

Do not operate this machine on the floor. This is very

dangerous and may cause serious injury.

Fig. C

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Failure to provide the sawdust fall-through hole for use

of the saw when mounted to a work surface and not the stand will cause sawdust to build up in the motor area,

which may result in fire or cause motor damage.

Always keep your work area clean, uncluttered and well lit.

1. If the dust bag is not used, do not work on floor surfaces that are slippery from sawdust or wax.

2. When using the dust bag some dust will not fall into the bag but come out through openings in the housing. Do not cover the motor cooling vents.

BLADE RAISING HANDWHEEL (FIG. E, F)

1. Attach the up ~ down handwheel (t) to the elevation rod (2) at the front of the saw.

Make sure the slots (3) in the hub of the handwheel engage with the pins (4).

2. Attach and tighten the dome nut (5 - Fig. F).

Fig. E

3 2 4

BLADE TILTING HANDWHEEL (FIG. F)

1. Attach the bevel 0° ~ 45° handwheel (6) to the blade tilting rod on the right side of the saw in the same

manner as above.

2. Attach and tighten the handwheel dome nut (5).

Fig. F

INSTALLING THE DUST BAG (FIG. D)

Do not use this saw to cut and/or sand metals. The hot

chips or sparks may ignite sawdust or the bag material.

Place the dust bag around the neck of the dust chute and tie the dust bag pulling the string tight and secure with the spring-loaded tie clip.

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