Craftsman 137.21825 User Manual

Owner's Manual

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2.7 HP (Maximum Developed)
10" Inch Blade

5000 R.P.M.

TABLE SAW

Model No.

137,218250

E82443

USED 37J2

CAUTION:

Before using this Table Saw,
read this manual and follow

all its Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions.

• Safety Instructions

• Installation

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

• EspaSol

Customer Help Line

1-800-843-1682

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

Part No. 137218250001

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FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY
If this product failsdue to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, Sears

will repair it free of charge.
Contact a Sears Service Center for repair.

If this product is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies only for 90 days from the date of

purchase.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

MOTOR

HP (Maximum developed) ...... 2.7

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

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

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

To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to
the tool, use proper circuit protection.

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

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

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

Your table saw is wired at the factory for 120V operation.
Connect to a 120V, 15 AMP branch circuit and use a 15

AMP time delay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or

SAW

Table ...................... 26-7/64" x 19-3/32"

Table extension .............. Yes, with fence

fire, replace power cord immediately if it is worn, cut or
damaged in any way.

Extension fence capacity ....... 24"

Blade ...................... 10"

Rip scale ................... YES

Rip fence .................. YES

Miter gauge ................. YES

Leg set ..................... YES

Maximum Depth of cut at 90 ° .... 3"

Maximum Depth of cut at 45 ° .... 2-1/2"

Maximum Dado cut width ....... 1/2"

Net weight .................. 61.6 Lbs.

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING THE TABLE SAW

Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert

and knowing how to use your table saw.

To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, do not

plug the table saw in until you have read and understood

the following:

.

READ and become familiar with this entire instruction

manual. LEARN the tool's applications, limitations, and
possible hazards. 13.

.

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 tool before
turning ON.

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

5.

DON'T USE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.

Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations, or
expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.

.

KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at

a safe distance from the work area.

7,

MAKE WORKSHOP KID 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 itwas designed.

9.

USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or the

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 yourproductwilldraw. An undersized

cord will cause a drop inline voltage resulting in loss
of power and overheating.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 which may get caught in moving parts.

Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair.

12.

ALWAYS WEAR EYE
PROTECTION. Any table

saw can throw foreign

objects into the eyes which
could cause permanent eye

damage. ALWAYS wear

Safety Goggles (not glasses)

that comply with ANSI safety standard Z87.1.
Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistant

lenses. They ARE NOT safety glasses. Safety
Goggles are available at Sears. NOTE: Glasses or

goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could

seriouslyhurt you when they break.
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, and when
changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters,

and the like.

16.

REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.

Make sure the switch is in OFF position before
plugging in.

17.

USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the

owner's manual for the recommended accessories.
The use of improper accessories may cause risk of

injuryto persons.

18.

NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur
ifthe tool is tipped or if the cuttingtool is unintentionally

contacted.

19.

CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of
the tool, a guard or other part that isdamaged 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 parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions

that may affect itsoperation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.

20.

NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN THE POWER OFF. Don't leave the tool until

it comes to a complete stop:

21.

DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and

balance at all times.

22. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp
and clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructionsfor lubricating and changing accessories.

23. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter
against the direction of rotationof the blade orcutter

only.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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24. WARNING: Dust generated from certain materials can
be injurious to your health. Always operate saw in well

ventilated areas and provide for proper dust removal.

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR THE TABLE SAW

1.

ALWAYS USE SAW BLADE GUARD spreader and
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 cross-cutting.

2.

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

3.

USE A PUSH STICK when required. Always use a
push stickfor ripping narrow stock. Refer to ripping

applications in the instruction manual where the
push stick is covered in detail. See the push stick

pattern included in this Owner's Manual.

4.

NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION
"FREE HAND", which means using your hands

only to support or guide the workpiece. Always

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

5.

NEVER STAND or have any part of your body
in line with the path of the saw blade, Keep your

hands out of the line of the saw blade.

6. NEVER REACH behind or over the cutting tool
for any reason.

7. REMOVE the rip fence when cross-cutting.

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

hand to move into the cuffing tool.

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 before performing any

cuffing operations. Refer to installation instructions.

17.

NEVER CUT METALS or materials which may make
hazardous dust.

18. ALWAYS USE IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA.
Remove sawdust frequently. Clean out sawdust from

the interior of the saw to preventa potentialfire

hazard.

19. NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL running unattended.

Don't leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop.

20.

For proper operation follow the instructions of this

owner's manual titled "SAW MOUNTED TO WORK

SURFACES" Failure to provide sawdust fall-through
and removal hole will allow sawdust to build up in

the motor area, which may result in a fire hazard or
cause motor damage.

21. ALWAYS USE THE TABLE EXTENSION for support

when cutting a long workpiece. Never use an
unstable surface or another person to hold a long

workpiece. Adjust the table extension for maximum
stability and length of the workpiece before cutting.

22. ALWAYS LOCKTHETABLE EXTENSION securely

in place before cutting workpiece.

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

9. FEEDWORK INTOTHE BLADE against the

direction of rotation only.

10. NEVER use the 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 immediately to prevent motor

damage.

12. PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPORT to the rear and
sides of the saw table for wide or long workpieces.

13. AVOID KICKBACKS (work thrown back towards
you) by keeping the blade sharp, keeping the rip
fence parallel to the saw btade, and by keeping the

spreader, anti-kickback pawls, and guard in place

and functioning. Do not release work before it is

pushed all the way past the saw blade. Do not rip
work that is twisted, warped, or does not have a
straight edge to guide along the fence.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR
SPECIFICATIONS

To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to
the tool, use proper circuit protection. Use a separate

electrical circuit for your tools.Your saw is wired at the
factory for 120V operation. Connect to a 120V, 15 Amp

circuit and use a 15 Amp time delay fuse or circuit

breaker. To avoid shock or fire, if power cord is worn or
cut, or damaged in any way, have it replaced
immediately.

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 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 MODIFYTHE 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. 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 person if

you do not completety understand the grounding

instructions, or if you are not sure the tool is properly
grounded.

USE A SEPARATE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT for your
tools. This circuit 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 as the current stamped on the

motor nameplate. Running at a lower voltage witl
damage the motor.

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

receptacle like the one illustrated in FIGURE A. FIGURE A

shows a 3-preng electrical plug and receptacle that has a
groundingconductor. If a properly grounded receptacle is

not available, an adapter (FIGURE B) can be used to

temporarily connect this plug to a 2-contact ungrounded

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. The Canadian Electrical Code prohibits

the use of 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 table saw is for indoor use only. Do not expose to

rain or use in damp locations.

Fig. A

3-Prong Plug

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B _

J _ Properly Grounded
/ 3-Prong Receptacle

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Fig. B

Grounding Lug

-- Make Sure This

is Connected to a

Known Ground

"_ 2-Preng

Receptacle

GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS

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.

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 productwill draw. An undersized cord will

resultin a drop in line voltage and in loss of power which

will cause the toolto overheat. 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 qualifiedperson before using it.

Protect yourextension cords from sharp objects,

excessive heat and damp or wet areas.

This tool must be grounded while in use to protect the

operator from electrical shock.

lJI I_ I1LTJ| | JkT_l[14r-'l | [L_IOil _[O] ?,] =1_4111I b?I,."_[el _.

(when using 120 volts only)

i Ampere Rating Total length of cord in feet

more than not more than 25' 50* 100' 1 SO'
O 6 18 16 16 14
6 10 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12

12 16 14 12 Not Recommended

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS

Visit your Sears Hardware Department or see the
Craftsman Power and Hand Tools Catalog to purchase

recommended accessories for this power tool.

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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

Mediumscrewdriver

Adjustable wrench

#2 Phillips screwdriver

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Straight edge

Combination square

Separate all parts from packing material. Check each one
with the illustration and the list of loose parts to make

certain all items are accounted for, before discarding any
packing material.

To avoid personal injury, if any parts are missing, do not
attempt to assemble the table saw, plug in the power

cord, or turn the switch on until the missing parts are
obtained and are installed correctly.

TABLE OF LOOSE PARTS

ITEM DESCRIPTION A_

SAW
A.

B.

C.

D,

E.
F.

G.

H.
I.

J.

K.

STAND
L. Top bracket (short)

M. Top bracket (long)
N. Bottom bracket (short)

O. Bottom bracket (long)

R Legs
Q. Bag of bolts, nuts, foot pads

Table saw 1

Blade guard and splitter 1
Bolt, flat washer, toothed washer, leach

oval washer

Rip fence handle 1
Rip fence 1

Hand wheels 2
Dome nuts 2

Dado table insert 1
Miter gauge 1

Hex keys 2
Blade wrenches 2

2
2

2
2

4

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 workpiece.

UNPACKING YOUR TABLE SAW:

A.

B. C. D. E. G.

H.

J. K,

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M. N, O, R a.

Rip Fence

Rip
gauge

storage

Blade Gl

Miter gauge

Extension table

Blade bevel scale

Blade tilting handwheel

Kickback pawls Splitter

Leg stand

Blade

Blade bevel

lock knob
Blade tilt pointer

Overload

reset switch
ON/OFF switch

with safety key

Blade elevation

handwheel

Power¢

Table

Blade

Splitter

bracket

Extension fence

insert

lock

handle

wrench

storage

holes

Blade wrenches

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

For your own safety, never connect plug to power source
outlet until all assembly steps are complete, and you have

read and understood the safety and operating instructions.

LEG SET (FIG. A)

1. Separate all parts and group by size and style.
NOTE: Finger tighten bolts and nuts when joining

parts.

2. Use bolts (1), washers (2), and nuts (3) to assemble
the leg set parts.

3. Attach a leg (4) to the long top bracket (5). Attach the
next leg to the opposite end of the top bracket.

4. Repeat this assembly for the opposite side of the
leg set.

5. Attach the completed leg set assemblies to the short
top brackets (6). Repeat on the opposite side.

6. Insert bolt (7) Lntothe recessed hole of the foot pad (8).

7. Insert into the leg flange hole and tighten, using

washer (9) and nut (10). Repeat for the three other
legs.

8. Attach the bottom brackets (11) between each leg.

9. Place the leg set on a level surface and tighten all

nuts and bolts. 1

Fig. A 2

SAW TO LEG SET (FIG. B)

1. Before mounting the blade guard, the rip fence and
miter gauge to the saw top, invert the saw table so that

it is facing the floor.

2. Position the leg set upside down on the saw base.

3. Match the holes of the stand to the holes on the
bottom flange of the saw base.

4. Secure the leg set to the saw base using bolts,
washers, and nuts.

5. When all bolts and nuts are tightened, carefully set the
saw in its upright position.

6. Position the saw on a clean, level surface.

Fig. B

Leg set

mounting hole

Saw base

hole

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SAW MOUNTEDTO OTHER WORK SURFACES (FIG. C)

1. If the 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" holes into the mounting surface.

5. Mark a 12" to 14" square (2) centered between the
four mounting holes (1).

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

Fig. C

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Failure to provide the sawdust fall-through hole will cause
sawdust to build up in the motor area, which may result

in fire or cause motor damage.

KEEPING THE AREA CLEAN (FIG. D)

1. Sawdust and wood chips that fall from under the
saw will accumulate on the floor.

2. Make it a practice to pick up and discard this dust
when you have completed cutting.

BLADE RAISING HANDWHEEL (FIG. E, F)

1. Attach the handwheel (1) to the elevation screw (2) at
the front of the saw.

Make sure the slots (3) in the hub of the handwheel

engage with the pins (4). (FIG. E)

2. Attach and tightenthe dome nut (5) at the end of the
shaft(Fig. F).

Fig. E (__

3 2 4

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BLADE TILTING HANDWHEEL (FIG. F)

1. Attach the other handwheel (6) to the blade tilting
screw on the side of the saw in the same manner

as above.

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

Fig. F

Always keep your work area clean, uncluttered and well

lit. Do net work on floor surfaces that are slippery from

sawdust or wax.

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6

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RIP FENCE (FIG. G)

1. Thread the fence handle (1) into the cam hole (2)

until tight.

2. Lift upward on the rip fence handle so that the
holding clamp (3) is fully extended.

3. Place the ripfence on the saw table and engage

the holding clamp to the table rear. Lower the
front end onto the front rail (4).

4. Push down on the fence handle to lock.

2. Raise the blade arbor (4) (FIG. I) to the maximum
height by turning the blade-raising handwheel

counterclockwise.

3. Remove the arbor nut (5) and flange (6), remove blade.

4. Install the new saw blade onto the arbor with the
blade teeth pointing toward the front of the saw.

5. Install the flange (6) against the blade and thread the

arbor nut (5) as far as possible by hand. Ensure that
the blade is flush against the inner side of the blade

flange.

To avoid possible injury and damage to the workpiece be
sure to install the blade with the teeth pointing toward the

front of the table in the direction of the rotation arrow on
the blade guard.

Fig. I

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CHANGING THE BLADE (FIG. H, I, J)

To avoid injury from an accidental start, make sure the
switch is in the OFF position and the plug is not
connected to the power source outlet.

1. Remove the table insert (1) by unscrewing the two
screws (2, 3). Be careful not to lose the rubber

washer that is on the back screw (3) beneath the
table insert. (FIG. H)

NOTE: The back screw is longer than the

front screw.

Fig. H

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6. To tighten the arbor nut (5) place the open end
wrench jaws on the flats of the blade arbor to keep

the arbor from turning. (FIG. J)

7. Place the box-end wrench (8) on the arbor nut (5),
and turn clockwise (to the rear of the saw table.)

8. Replace the blade insert in the table recess, insert
the screws through the front and rear holes and tighten.

Fig. J

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To avoid injury from a thrown workpiece, blade parts, or

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blade contact, never operate saw without the proper insert

in place. Use the saw blade insert when sawing. Use the
dado head insert when using a dado.

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