Craftsman 137218740 Owner’s Manual

Owner's
2.5 HP (Maximum Developed) 10" inch Blade
5000 R.P.M.
ual
TABLE
ModemNo.
®
CAUTION:
Before using this Table Saw, read this manual and follow
all its Safety Rules and Operating Instructions.
Safety Instructions . Installation
, Operation o Maintenance
, Parts List , EspaSol
Customer Help Line
1-800=843-1682
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
Part No. 137218740002
SECTION PAGE
Warranty ................................................................ 2
Product Specifications ....................................... . ............. 2
Safety Instructions ........................................................ 3
Accessories and Attachments ............................................... 6
Carton Contents .......................................................... 6
KnowYour Table Saw .............................................. ..., .... 8
Assembly and Adjustments ............................................. ".... 9
Operation .............................................................. 15
Maintenance ................................................... . ........ 19
Troubleshooting guide .................................................... 20
Parts .................................................................. 22
EspaSol ................................................................ 25
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY If this product fails due 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
Maximum developed HP ......... 2.5
Volts ........................ 120
Amperes ..................... 13
Hertz ....................... 60
RPM (no load) ................ 5000
Overload protection ............. YES
SAW
Table ....................... 17 1/8" x 26"
Blade ....................... 10"
Maximum depth of cut at 90° ..... 3 inches
Maximum depth of cut at 45° ..... 2-1/2 inches
Maximum width of dado ......... 1/2 inch
Weight ...................... 40 Ibs.
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection.
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 fire, replace power cord immediately if it is worn, cut or damaged in any way.
GENERAL SAFETY _NSTRUCTIONS
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 [able in until you have read and understood the
following:
1. READ and become familiar with this entire instruction
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manual. LEARN the tool's applications, limitations, and
possible hazards.
KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order. 14.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form the habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before 15. turning "ON".
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. 16.
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. 17.
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KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at
a safe distance from the work area.
MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks, master
switches, or by removing starter keys. DON'T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or the
attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
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 cause a drop in line 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. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. DO NOT wear loose
clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other
jewelry which may get caught in moving parts.
Nons]ip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
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22. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp
23. DO NOT use power tools in the presence of flammable
WEA_YOUR 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 Z87.1could seriously hurt you when they break. WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK.
Sawing operation produces dust. 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.
DISCONNECTTOOLS before servicing, and when changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters,
and the like. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure the switch is in "OFF" position before plugging in.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
owner's manual for the recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of
injury to persons. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur
if the tool is tipped or ifthe cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of
the 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 parts,
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. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN THE POWER "OFF". Don't leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop.
DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
and Clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
liquids or gases.
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24. DO NOT operate the tool if you are under the influence of any drugs, alcohol or medication that could affect your ability to use the tool properly.
25. Dust generated from certain materials can be hazardous to your health. Always operate the table
saw in a well-ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal. Use dust collection systems
whenever possible.
SPECiFiC SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS FOR THE TABLE SAW
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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.
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USE A PUSH STICK when required. Always use a push stick for 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.
. NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION
"FREE HAND", which means using your hands
only to support or guide the work piece. 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.
8. DO NOT USE molding head set with this saw.
9. FEED WORK INTO THE BLADE against the direction of rotation only.
10. NEVER use the fence as a cut-off gauge when cross-cutting.
11. NEVER ATTEMPTTO FREE A STALLED SAW BLADE without first turning the saw OFE Turn
off power switch 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 blade, and by keeping the spreader, anti-kickback pawls, and guard in place
and operating. 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.
14. AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS and hand positions where a sudden slip could cause your
hand to move into the cutting 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 cutting operations. Refer to installation instructions.
17. NEVER CUT METALS or materials which may make hazardous dust.
ALWAYS USE IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA.
18.
Remove saw dust frequently. Clean out sawdust from the interior of the saw to prevent a potential fire hazard.
lg. 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.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has a
receptacle like the one illustrated in FIGURE A.
INTHE 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.
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 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
DO NOT MODIFYTHE PLUG PROVIDED. Ifit 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
properly grounded receptacle box. The Canadian Electrical Code prohibits the use of adapters.
CAUTION: In all cases, make certain the receptacle in question is properly grounded. If you are not sure have a certified electrician check the receptacle.
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
This table saw is for indoor use only. Do not expose to
rain or use in damp locations.
a live terminal.
CHECK with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions,
Fig. A
3-Prong Plug
or if you 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 ACCEPTTHE TOOL'S PLUG. REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR WORN CORD
IMMEDIATELY.
(b
_a Prong
d).
Properly Grounded
3-Prong Receptacle
GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS
Fig. B
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 cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and
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,
This tool must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electrical shock.
excessive heat and damp or wet areas.
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Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This circuit must not be less than #12 wire and should be protected Ampere Rating
with a 15 Amp time lagfuse. Before connecting the motor to the power line, make sure the switch is in the "OFF" o 6
more than not mare than
6 10
position and the electric current is rated the same as the 10 12
current stamped on the motor nameplate. Running at a 12 16 lower voltage will damage the motor.
Grounding Lug
Adapter
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(when using 120 volts only)
Totallengthofeordin feet 25' 50' 100' 150'
18 16 16 14 18 16 14 12
16 16 14 12 14 12 Not Recommended
-- Make Sure This is Connected to a
Known Ground
"" 2-Prong
Receptacle
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UNPACKING YOUR TABLE SAW:
AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES
Visit your Sears Hardware Department or see the Sears Power and Handtool Catalog for the following accessories:
ITEM ITEM NUMBER
- Saw blades ............. See catalog or store
Table Saw
and Bench Power Tool
Know How Manual ................... 29115
o Guide Master Table
Saw Push Shoe ..................... 32190
o Taper Jig ........................... 3233
- Fence Guide System .................. 3237
- 6 inch Dado Set .................... 32175
Do not use adjustable (wobble) type dadoes or carbide
tipped dado blades on this saw. Maximum dado width is
1/2". Do not use a dado with a diameter larger than 6".
Also do not use molding head set with this saw. 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 owner's manual for that accessory.
Use only accessories recommended for this saw. Using other accessories may be dangerous.
UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS
TOOLS NEEDED
Medium screwdriver
Adjustable wrench
#2 Phillips screwdriver
I II[tll!ll Ill
Straight edge
Separate all parts from packing material. Check each one
with the illustration and the list of loose parts [o make
certain all items are accounted for, before discarding any packing material.
If any parts are missing or damagee, 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. Rip fence and qandle 1
D. Hand wheel E. Flat washer, nut 1
R Dade insert 1
G. Mitre gauge and knob 1
Loose parts:
H. Support rod 1
I. Stop rod 1
J. Wing nut 1
K. Holder plate 1
h Clamp plates 2
M. Bolt 1 N. Square nut 1 O. Cap head bolt 1
R Bolt,flat washer, tooth washer, !
washer
Q. Screws 2
R. Nuts 2 S. Storage bracket 1
T. Hex key 1 U. Blade wrenches 2
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.
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Combination sc uare
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J K L M N O P
Q R S T U
Suppodrod
Stop rod
Blade Bevel Scale
Storage Bracket
On-Off Switch with Key
Overload Reset
Miter Gauge
Blade Guard
Table Insert Rip Fence
.Table
Blade Bevel Lock Handle
levation Handwheel
Mounting Holes
ASSEMBLY DNSTRUCTmONS
MOUNTING SAWTO WORK SURFACES (FIG. C)
1. A sawdust fall-through hole must be provided in the work surface where the saw is to be mounted.
2. Position the saw on the work surface and mark the
location of the four table saw mounting holes.
3. Drill holes into the work surface.
4. Mark an 11" square (2) centered between the four mounting holes (1).
5. Cut out and remove the square piece.
6. This opening will allow sawdust to fall through the
saw base.
7. Fasten the saw to the work surface with appropriately
sized bolts, nuts and washers.
Fig. C
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Fig. D
BLADE RAISING HAND WHEEL (FIG. E,F)
1. Attach the hand wheel (1) to the elevation screw (2). Make sure the slots (3) in the hub of the handwheel
engage with the pins (4).
2. Tighten the screw nut (5) at the end of the shaft (Fig. F).
Fag. E
Blade
Kickback Pawls
Cord bracket
Blade Wrenches
Dado Insert
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Splitter
Splitter Bracket
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Fig. F
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. Saw dust 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.
Always keep your work area clean, uncluttered and well lit. Do not work on floor surfaces that are slippery from
sawdust or wax.
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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 (1) so that the holding clamp (3) is fully extended.
3. Place the rip fence on the saw table and engage
the holding clamp (3) to the table rear. Lower the front end onto the front rail (4).
4. Push down on the fence handle (1) to lock.
Fig. G
2. Raise the blade arbor (3) (FIG. I) to the maximum height by turning the blade raising hand wheel
counterclockwise.
3. Remove the arbor nut (4) and flange (5).
4. Install the saw blade onto the arbor with the blade
teeth pointing toward the front of the saw.
5. Install the flange (5) against the blade and thread the
arbor nut (4) as far as possible by hand. Ensure that the blade is flush against the inner blade flange.
Fig. I
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BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY (FIG. K, L, M, N)
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. Set the blade to maximum height and the tilt to zero degrees on the bevel scale. Lock the blade lock knob.
2. Place the external tooth Iockwasher (2) followed by a flat washer (3) onto the long bolt (1).
3. Insert this bolt through the splitter bracket (4).
Fig. K
6. Position the blade guard arm (9) (FIG. N) to the rear.
7. Using a straight edge, check to see that the blade guard splitter (10) is aligned with the saw blade (11).
8. If straightening adjustment is necessary, loosen bolt (I) and shift the splitter assembly (10) to the left or to the right, or rotate as needed.
9. When you are certain the splitter (10) is properly
aligned with the saw blade, tighten the bolt (1).
NOTE: The splitter (10) must always be correctly
aligned so that the cut workpiece will pass on either side of the splitter without binding or twisting to the
side.
Fig. N
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.
Remove the table insert (1) by unscrewing the two screws (2). Be careful not to lose the rubber washer that is on the back screw beneath the table insert.
NOTE: The back screw is longer than the
front screw.
Fig. H
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6. To tighten the arbor nut (4) (FIG. J) use the open-end wrench (5) and align the wrench jaws on the flats of the saw arbor to keep the arbor from turning.
7. Place the box-end wrench (6) on the arbor nut (4), and turn clockwise (to the rear of the saw table.)
8. Replace the blade insert in the table recess, insert screws through the front and rear holes and tighten.
Fig. J
4. Place washer (6) on the pivot rod (5). Then insert the blade guard splitter bracket onto the pivot rod and tighten.
Fig. L
5. Check that the nuts (7) that hold the blade guard assembly (8) to the splitter bracket (4) are tight.
Tighten if necessary.
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MITER GAUGE STOP ROD ASSEMBLY (FIG. O)
1. Assemble the stop rod (1) and support rod (2) with the two clamp plates (3).
2. Insert a cap head square neck bolt (4) through the clamp plates, and fasten with the wing nut (5).
3. Place the stop rod assembly in the miter gauge recess (6).
4. Placing the holder plate (7) over the support rod,
secure it with a bolt (8) and square nut (9).
5. To adjust for different size workpieces, loosen the wing nut (5) or the bolt (8), and lengthen or
shorten them.
Fig. 0
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Fig. M
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To avoid injury from a thrown workpiece, blade
parts, or 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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STORAGE BRACKET ASSEMBLY (FIG. Q) For convenient storage of accessories, install the bracket
on the side of the table saw housing. Insert a pan Ilead screw (1) through the storage bracket (2) and attach to
the housing, as shown. Place a nut (3) on each screw from the inside of the housing, and tighten.
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ADJUSTMENT iNSTRUCTiONS
MITER GAUGE ADJUSTMENT (FIG. R)
1. Make sure that the miter gauge will slide freely through both table grooves.
2. Loosen the lock knob (1). Set pointer (2) at the 90° mark on the scale.
3. Using a piece of scrap wood, make a 90° cut. Then check the cut piece to see if it was cut at 90°. If not 90°, continue to adjust the miter gauge body (3) until
the wood piece is cut at 90°.
4. When a 90° degree cut has been made, loosen the pointer screw (4) and set on the 90° s,eale mark.
Tighten screw.
Fig. R
90°
O
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RIP FENCE ADJUSTMENT (FIG. S)
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. The fence (1) is moved by lifting up on the handle (2) and sliding the fence to the desired location. Pushing down on the handle (2) locks the fence in position.
2. Position the fence on the right side of the table, and along one edge of the miter gauge grooves.
3. Lock the fence handle (2). The fence should be parallel with the miter gauge groove.
4. If adjustment is needed to make the fence parallel to the groove, do the following:
5. Loosen the two screws (3) and lift up on the handle (2).
6. Hold the fence bracket (4) firmly against the front of
the saw table. Move the far end of the fence until it is
parallel with the miter gauge groove.
7. Tighten both screws (3) and push the handle (2) to lock.
8. If fence is loose when the handle is in the locked (downward) position, do the following.
9. Move the handle (2) upward and turn the adjusting screw (5) clockwise until the rear clamp is snug. Do not turn the adjusting screw (5) more than 1/4 turn at
a time.
10. Over-tightening the adjusting screw (5) will cause the
fence to come out of alignment.
Fig. S
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RIP FENCE INDICATOR ADJUSTMENT (FIG. S)
1. The rip fence indicator (6) points to the measurement scale (8). The scale shows the
distance from the side of the fence to the nearest side of the blade.
2. Measure the actual distance with a rule. If there is a difference between the measurement and the
indicator, adjust the indicator (6).
3. Loosen the screw (7) and slide indicator (6)ito the correct measurement scale. Tighten screw and
remeasure with the rule.
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.
ADJUSTING THE 90° AND 45 ° POSITIVE STOPS (FIG. T, U)
Your saw has positive stops that wilt quickly position the saw blade at 90° or 45° to the table. Make adjustments
only if necessary. 90° Stop
t. Disco_lnect the saw from the power soulce.
2. liJrn the blade elevation handwheel and raise the
blade to the maximum elevation.
3. Loosen the blade bevel kx:k handle (2) and move Ihe blade to ihe maximum verlical position. Tighten Ihe lock handle (2),
4. Place a combination square orl tile table and against lhe blade (t) to delermine il Ihe blade
isg0 °tothe tahle (FIG.])
5. I[ tile blade is not g0° !o ._hetable, loosen Ihe screw (3).
6. Loosen the bevel lock handle (2) and move the blade
until it is 90 _' to the table.
7. Tighten the bevel lock handle (2).
8. Tighten the screw (3) until resistance is felt. Do not overtighten.
g. Check the bevel angle scale. If the pointer does
not read 90° , loosen the screw holding the point- er and move the pointer so it reads correctly.
Retighten the pointer screw.
Fig.T 90°
45°
Fig. U
45° Stop
1. With the blade in the upright 90° position, loosen the bevel lock knob and move the blade to the 45°
position as far as it will go.
2. Place the combination square on the table as shown in (FIG. T) to check if the blade is 45° to the table.
3. If the blade is not 45" to the table, adjust the screw (4) with a screw driver until the blade is
45" to the table.
4. Tighten the bevel lock handle (2).
5. Tighten the screw (4) until resistance is felt. Do not overtighten.
BLADE TILT INDICATOR
1. When the blade is positioned 'at 90°, adjust the
blade tilt pointer to read 0° on timescale.
2. Loosen the holding screw, position pointer over 0° and tighten screw.
NOTE: Make a trial cut on scrap wood when making critical cuts. Measure for exactness.
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BLADE PARALLEL TO THE MITER GAUGE GROOVE (FIG. V)
To prevent personal injury, always disconnect plug from the power source when making any adjustments.
This adjustment was made at the factory, but it should be rechecked and adjusted if necessary.
This adjustment must be correct or kickback could result
and accurate cuts cannot be made.
1. Remove the yellow switch key and unplug the saw.
2. Move the blade guard out of the way.
3. Raise the blade to the highest position and set at the 0° angle (90° straight up).
4. Select and mark, with a felt tip marker, a blade tooth having a "right set".
5. Place the combination square base (1) into the
right side miter gauge groove (2). (FIG. V)
6. Adjust the rule so it touches the front marked tooth and lock ruler so it holds its position in the square assembly.
7. Rotate the blade bringing the marked tooth to the rear and about 1/2 inch above the table.
8. Carefully slide the combination square to the rear until the ruler touches the marked tooth.
9. If the ruler touches the marked tooth at the front and rear positions, no adjustment is needed at this time.
Fig. V
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ADJUSTING THE BLADE TO BE PARALLEL TO
THE MITER GAUGE GROOVE (FIG. W)
1. Ifthe front and rear measurements are not the same, remove the combination square and loosen
the four adjusting screws (1) on the top of the table about a half turn.
2. With a folded piece of cardboard covering the blade to protect your hands, move the blade carefully to the left or right as much as needed to align
the blade correctly.
3. Tighten the four screws (1) and remeasure, as described in steps 4 to 9 in the prior section.
4. If sufficient adjustment cannot be made by the adjusting screws (1), then also loosen the two adjustment screws (2). Loosen these screws (2) only if necessary.
5. Recheck blade clearance making sure that the blade does not hit the table insert or other parts when at the 90° and 45° settings.
6. Tighten all screws.
Fig. W
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BASIC SAW OPERATIONS
RAISING THE BLADE (FIG. X)
To raise or lower the blade, turn the blade elevation handwheel (1) to the desired blade height, and
then tighten lock handle (2) to maintain the desired blade angle.
Fig. X
TILTING THE BLADE Two methods are available for tilting the saw blade.
Rapid blade tilting Loosen blade lock handle (2), move the hand wheel (1)
to the desired angle and tighten lock handle. Fine adjustment blade tilting
Loosen blade lock handle (2), push in hand wheel (1) and at the same time turn the hand wheel (1) to tilt the
saw blade. When the saw blade is at the desired angle,
tighten lock handle (2).
ON / OFF SWITCH (FIG. Y)
The ON / OFF switch has a removable key.With the key
removed from the switch, unauthorized and hazardous use by children and others is minimized.
1. To turn the saw ON, insert key (1) into the slot in the switch (2). Move the switch upward to the ON position.
2. To turn the saw OFF, move the switch downward.
3. To lock the switch in the OFF position, grasp the end (or yellow part) of the switch toggle (1), and pull it out.
4. With the switch key removed_the switch will not operate.
5. If the switch key is removed while the saw is running, it can be turned OFF but cannot be restarted without
inserting the switch key (1).
Fig. Y
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OVERLOAD PROTECTION (FIG. Y) This saw has a reset overload relay button (3) that will
restart the motor after it shuts off due to overloading or low voltage. If the motor stops during operation, turn the
ON/OFF switch to tile OFF position. Wait about five minutes for the motor to cool. Push in on the reset button
(3) and turn the switch to the ON position.
The ON / OFF switch should be in the OFF position, and the plug removed from the power source while the cool
down takes place to prevent accidental starting when the reset button is pushed. Overheating may be caused by
misaligned parts or dull blade. Inspect your saw for
proper setup before using it again. CUTTING OPERATIONS
There are two basic types of cuts: ripping and crosscutting. Ripping is cutting along the length and the grain of the workpiece. Crosscutting is cutting
either across the width or across the grain of the workpiece. Neither ripping nor crosscutting may be
done safely freehand. Ripping requires the use of the rip fence, and crosscutting requires the miter gauge.
CAUTION: Before using the saw each and every time,
check the following:
1. Blade is tight on the arbor.
2. Bevel angle lock knob is tight.
3. If ripping, fence knob is tight and fence is parallel to the miter gauge grooves.
4. Blade guard is in place and working properly.
5. Safety glasses are being worn.
The failure to adhere to these common safety rules, and those printed in the front of this manual, can greatly
increase the likelihood of injury.
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RIPPING (FIG. Z, AA)
Do not allow familiarity gained from the frequent use of your table saw to cause careless mistakes. Remember
that even a careless fraction of a second is enough to
cause a severe injury.
1. Remove the miter gauge. Secure the rip fence to the table.
2. Raise the blade so it is about 1/8" higher than the top of the workpiece.
3. Place the workpiece flat on the table and against the fence. Keep the workpiece about 1" away from the blade.
CAUTION: The workpiece must have a straight edge against
the fence and must not be warped, twisted, or bowed.
4. Turn the saw ON and wait for the blade to come up to speed.
5. Slowly feed the workpiece into the blade by pushing forward only on the workpiece section (1) that will
pass between the blade and the fence. (FIG. Z)
AVOID KICKBACK by pushing forward that section of the workpiece that will pass between the blade and the fence.
Fig. AA
BEVEL RIPPING This cut is the same as ripping except the blade bevel angle is set to an angle other than 0°.
Cut only with the workpiece and the fence on the right side of the blade.
Keep both hands away from the blade and the path
of the blade.
4. Start the saw and wait for the blade to come up to full speed.
5. Keep the workpiece against the face of the miter gauge and flat against the face of the gauge and flat against the table. Then slowly push the workpiece
through the blade (FIG. BB).
6. Do not try to pull the workpiece back with the blade
turning. Turn the switch OFF, and carefully slide the
workpiece out when the blade is completely stopped.
Fig. BB
COMPOUND MITER CROSSCUTTING (FIG. DD) This sawing operation is combining a miter angle with a
bevel angle.
1. Set the miter gauge to the desired angle. Use only the left side groove.
2. Set the blade bevel to the desired angle.
3. Carefully push the miter gauge to begin the
cutting operation.
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6. Keep your thumbs off the table top. When both of your thumbs touch the front edge of the table (2), finish the cut with a push stick.
7. The push stick (3) should always be used when the ripped workpiece is 2" or wider (1). (FIG. AA)
8. Continue pushing the workpiece with the push stick (3) until it passes the blade guard and clears the rear
of the table.
9. Never pull the workpiece back when the blade is turning. Turn the switch OFR When the blade
completely stops raise the anti-kickback pawls on each side of the splitter and slide the workpiece out.
RIPPING SMALL PIECES
Avoid injury from blade contact. Never make through-saw cuts narrower than 1/2" wide.
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It is unsafe to rip small pieces. Instead, rip a larger piece to obtain the size of the desired piece.
2.
When a small width is to be ripped and your hand cannot be safely put between the blade and the
rip fence, use one or more push sticks to move
the workpiece.
CROSSCUTTING (FIG. BB)
Do not allow familiarity gained from the frequent use of
your table saw to cause careless mistakes. Remember that even a careless fraction of a second is enough to
cause a severe injury.
1. Remove the rip fence and place the miter gauge in the left side groove.
2. Adjust the blade height so it is 1/8" higher than the top of the workpiece.
3. Hold the workpiece firmly against the miter gauge with the blade path in line with the desired cut
location. Move the workpiece to one inch distance
from the blade.
BEVEL CROSSCUTTING (FIG. CC) This cutting operation is the same as crosscutting except
the blade is at bevel angle other than 0°.
1. Adjust the blade to the desired angle, and tighten the blade bevel lock knob.
2. Always work to the left side of the blade. The miter gauge must be in the left side groove.
Fig. CC
MITERING (FIG. EE)
This sawing operation is the same as crosscutting except the miter gauge is locked at an angle other than 90°.
1. Hold the workpiece firmly against the miter gauge.
2. Feed the workpiece slowly into the blade to prevent the workpiece from moving.
Fig. EE
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USING WOOD FACING ON THE RIP FENCE (FIG. FF)
When performing some special cutting operations, add a wood facing (1) to either side of the rip fence (2):
1. Use a smooth straight 3/4" thick wood board (1) that is as long as the rip fence.
2. Attach the wood facing to the fence with wood screws (3) through the holes in the fence. A wood
fence should be used when ripping material such as
thin paneling to prevent the material from catching
between the bottom of the fence and the table.
Fig. FF
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DADO CUTS (FIG, HH)
1. The dado table insert is included with this saw. Remove saw blade, blade guard, installed dado,
and dado table insert.
2. Instructions for operating the dado are packed with the separately purchased dado set.
3. The arbor (1) on this saw restricts the maximum width of the cut to 1/2".
4. It is not necessary to install the outside flange (2) before screwing on the arbor nut (3). Make sure that
the arbor nut (3) is tight, and that at least one thread
of the arbor sticks out past the nut.
5. Use only the 6" dado set and keep the width 1/2" or less. It will be necessary to remove the blade guard
and splitter when using dado. Use caution when
dado is operating.
6. Use only the correct number of round outside blades
and inside chippers as shown in the dado set's instruction manual. Blade or chipper must not exceed 1/2".
7. Check saw to ensure that the dado will not strike the housing, insert, or motor when in operation.
MAINTAINING YOUR TABLE SAW
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
For your own safety, turn the switch OFF and remove the switch key. Remove the plug from the power source outlet before maintaining or lubricating your saw.
1. Clean out all sawdust that has accumulated inside the saw cabinet and the motor.
2. Polish the saw table with an automotive wax to keep it clean and to make it easier to slide the workpiece.
3. Clean cutting blades with pitch and gum remover.
4. A worn, cut, or damaged power cord should be replaced immediately.
Fig. II
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REPETITIVE CUTTING (FIG. GG)
To crosscut a quantity of workpieces the same length without having to mark each one, attach the stop rods to
your miter gauge. Use the stop rods only for cutting duplicate workpieces 6" or longer.
1. Square one workpiece end on alt of the workpieces (1) to be cut.
2. Attach the stop rod assembly (2) to the miter gauge. The miter gauge must be in the left-of-the-blade slot.
3. Measure and set the desired distance from the end of the stop rod to one blade tooth set to the left.
4. Place the squared workpiece end against the stop rod.
5. Hold the workpiece (1) firmly against the miter gauge body with your left hand and grip the lock knob (3) with
your right hand.
6. Carefully slide the workpiece into the blade and make the cut.
Fig. GG
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For your own safety, always replace the blade, blade
guard assembly, and blade insert when you are finished with the dado operation.
All electrical or mechanical repairs should be attempted only by a trained repair technician. Contact the nearest
Sears Service Center for service. Use only identical replacement parts. Any other parts may create a hazard.
5. Use liquid dish washing detergent and water to clean all plastic parts.
NOTE: Certain cleaning chemicals can damage
plastic parts.
6. Avoid use of the following cleaning chemicals or solvents: gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, chlorinated
solvents, ammonia and household detergents containing ammonia.
7. Inspect cutting blade for missing teeth or other damage. If any damage is evident replace blade before using.
BLADE RAISING AND TILTING MECHANISM
After each five hours of operation, the blade raising
mechanism and tilting mechanism should be checked for
looseness, binding, or other abnormalities. With the saw disconnected from the power source, turn the saw
upside down and alternately pull upward and downward on the motor unit. Observe any movement of the motor
mounting mechanism. Looseness or play in the blade raising screw (1) (FIG. II) should be adjusted as follows:
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Place a small amount of dry lubricant such as graphite
or silicon on screw rod (1) at thrust washer (5). Do not oil threads of screw rods (1). Screw rod (1) must be
kept clean and free of saw dust, gum, pitch, and other
contaminants for smooth operation.
If excessive looseness is observed in any other part of the
blade raising mechanism or tilting mechanism, take the complete unit to a Sears Authorized Service Center.
LUBRICATION All motor bearings are permanently lubricated at the
factory and require no additional lubrication.
On all mechanical parts of your table saw where a pivot or threaded rod are present, lubricate using
graphite or silicone. These dry lubricants will not hold sawdust as would oil or grease.
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1. Loosen nut (2).
2. Adjust nut (3) until it is finger-tight against the bracket (4), then back off the nut (3) 1/6 turn.
3. Tighten nut (2) while holding nut (3). Maximum allowable play of screw rod (1) is 4 ram.
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To avoid injury from an accidental start, turn the switch "OFF" and always remove the plug from the power source before making any adjustments.
° Consult your local Sears Service Center if for any reason the motor will not run.
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION
Saw will not start 1, Saw not plugged in 1, Plug in saw
2. Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped 2. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker 3, Cord damaged 3. Have cord replaced by a Sears
Does not make 1. Positive stop not adjusted correctly 1. Check blade with square and adjust accurate 45°and positive stop
90° rip cuts 2. Tilt angle pointer not set accurately 2. Check blade with square and adjust
Material pinches blade 1. Rip fence not aligned with blade 1. Check and adjust rip fence
when ripping 2. Warped wood, edge against 2. Select another piece of wood
fence is not straight
Material binds on splitter 1, Splitter not aligned correctly 1. Check and align splitter with blade
Saw makes unsatisfactory cuts
Material kicked back
from blade
Blade does not raise or tilt freely
with blade
1. Dull blade
2. Blade mounted backwards
3. Gum or pitch on blade
4. Incorrect blade for work being done
5. Gum or pitch on table causing erratic feed
1, Rip fence out of alignment
2. Splitter not aligned with blade
3. Feeding stock without rip fence
4. Splitter not in place
5. Dull blade
6. The operator letting go of material before it is past saw blade
7. Miter angle lock knob is not tight
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and tilting mechanisms
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pointer to zero
1. Replace blade 2, Turn blade around
3, Remove blade and clean with
turpentine and coarse steel wool
4. Change the blade
5. Clean table with turpentine and steel woo!
1. Align rip fence with miter gauge slot
2. Align splitter with blade
3. Install and use rip fence
4. Install and use splitter (with guard)
5, Replace blade
6. Push material all the way past saw
blade before releasing work
7. Tighten knob
1. Brush or blow out loose dust and dirt
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Does not make accurate 1. Miter gauge out of adjustment 45° and 90° cross cuts
1, Extension cord too light
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2. Low house voltage
1. Saw not mounted securely to workbench
2. Bench on uneven floor
3. Damaged saw blade
1. Replace with adequate size cord
2, Contact your electric company
1, Tighten all mounting hardware
2. Reposition on flat level surface. Fasten to floor if necessary.
3. Replace blade
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10" TABLE SAW PARTS LIST MODEL NO. 137.271060
When servicing use only CRAFTSMAN replacement parts Use of any other parts may create a HAZARD or cause product damage Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this Table Saw may create a HAZARD unless repair is done by a qualified service technician Repair service is available at your nearest Sears Service Center
Always order by PART NUMBER, not by key number
Key No, Part No. Description Size Qty, Key No. Part No, Description Size Qty.
1 14900126 Body shell 1
2 14900203 Segment gear 1 3 14900379 Label 1
4 2653MZDE11 Truss hd. tapping screw M4x16-12 4 5 19600101 Tension handle assembly 1
6 14900602 Wheel 1 7 19814801 Handle bar 1 8 2536MBE604 Spring pin 1
9 14901102 Height regulating bolt 1 10 14901203 Saddle 1
11 14901302 Spring 1 90 14206601 Kick back pawl 2 12 2603BBLA66 Hex soc. set screw M10x1.5-12 1 91 14913201 Bush 2
13 14901501 Pointer bracket 1 92 14206901 Roll pin 1 t4 2701FZD113 Hex nut MSxl 25 T=6.5 1 93 14205301 Spring 1
15 14901703 Needle pointer 1 94 2570DBN606 Self-locking ring 2 16 2504MZB006 Internal tooth lock washer 1 95 2536MBE613 Spring pin 1
17 2668BZDA23 Pan hd. screw 1 96 2601BZDA47 Hex hd. boll MTxl-50 1 18 2851D55G05 Rocker switch element 1 97 2504MZC006 External tooth lock washer 1
18A 2898DB7G06 Rocker switch 1 98 2501NZDN16 Flat washer 1/4x3/4_3/64 3 19 28605BH071 Switch key 1 99 14205001 Guard bracket 1
20 14902302 Switch box 1 100 14523301 Compression spring 1 21 2307BY06CA Power cable 1 101 29835L5006 Steel ball 1
22 2801ABRF01 Strain relief 1 102 2601BZDA41 Hex hd. bolt M6x1.0-20 2
23 2709FZDA02 Hex nut and flat washer 1 103 2608BBLA32 Hex soc truss hd screw M5x0 8-10 2 24 14902807 Table 1 104 2701FBD108 Hex nut M6xl.0 2 25 14902906 Scale 1 105 14914701 Cup 1
26 14903101 Insert 1 106 14914802 Bracket tilt 1 27 2501MBDN08 Flat washer _8x18-2 5 1 107 14914901 Washer 1
28 2701F Be113 Crown nut 1 108 14208001 Kick back pawl 2 29 2621BZDA18 Pan hd. screw 1 109 18623801 Compression spring 1
30 2504MZC005 External tooth lock washer 2 31 2604BBLA42 Hex see, countersunkhd screw M6x1.0-25 6
32 2668BEDA43 Pan hd screw MSx1.0-30 1 33 2638BZDBA9 Count hd. screw 0-50 4 34 18625501 Hex wrench 1
35 2501NZDN16 Flat washer 1/4x3/4-3/64 4 36 2504MZC004 External tooth lock washer 2
37 18625601 Wrench 1 38 2501NBDN16 Flat washer t/4x3/4-!/16 1
39 2501MZDNO8 Flat washer 8x16-2.5 1 40 2853D55502 Circuit breaker switch 1 120 14916601 Support rod 1
41 2501NNHN34 Flat washer 3/8x3/4-5/64 1 121 2702FZB105 Wing nut M5x08 1 42 2801ABRG01 Strain relief 1 122 2704FZD106 Square nut 1 43 2668BZDA24 Pan hd. screw M5x0.8-12 1 123 14920002 Motor bracket 1
44 2651MHDB12 Count hd. tapping screw M4x16-10 8 124 2536MBE621 Spring pin 1 45 2660MBCE14 Pan hd. tapping screw Mlx16-16 2 125 2672BBDA50 Cap hd. sq. neck belt M6xl.0-80 1
46 83990121 Cord clamp 1 126 14920301 Spacer 1 47 14905603 Plate cover 1 127 2709FZDA02 Hex nut and flat washer M6x1.0 1 48 2690MZD515 Rivet 3 128 2615BBDC25 Hex hd screw and washer MSxl.25-16 3
80 14608001 Pin 81 14912205 Blade guard
82 14912301 Arm 83 2601BZDA45 Hex hd bolt
84 2501MZDN06 Flat washer 85 2705FZD105 Lock nut
86 2690MZD514 Rivet 87 14912801 Bush
88 14912905 Splitter 89 2570DBN606 Self-locking ring
110 18622201 Eccentric 1 1t 1 18622701 Cap screw 1
112 2536MBE608 Spring pin 1 113 2501MBDN28 Washer 1
114 2801FZD113 F_at washer MSx1.25 t 115 14916101 Bolt 1
116 14916201 Follower plate 1
117 2672BZDA27 Cap hd. sq, neck bolt M5x0.8-20 1
118 14916401 Blade holder 2 119 14916501 Stop rod 1
M6xl 0-40 1 6x131 2
1 1
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50 2801DBHA04 Strain relief 2 130 2617BBLC11 Hex sac, hd. cap screw M5x0.8-20 1 51 2668BZDAO9 Pan hd. screw M4x0.7-!2 2 131 14921308 Angle rod 1
52 14906101 Warning label 1 132 14921403 Strap 6 53 2688BEDA45 Pan hd screw M6x1.0-40 1 133 2502NBC406 Spring washer 6
54 14903104 Insert ,1 134 2708FBD107 Serrated tooth hex flange nut M6 6 55 14908401 Bracket tray 1 135 14921702 Bracket 1
56 2668BBDA40 Pan hd, screw M6xl.0-16 2 136 14921802 Bracket 1 57 2708FBD107 Serrated tooth hex. flange nut M6 2 137 2701FZDll 1 Hex nut 1
58 2641BBDA40 Round washer hd screw 2 138 2501NZDN32 Flat washer 1
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60 2708FBD107 Serrated tooth hex. flange nut M6 2 61 14919005 Parallel bracket 1
62 14910102 Locking rod 1 63 14910207 Rear clamp 1
64 18611101 Compression spring 1 65 2501MZDN06 Flat washer 6x13-1 2
66 14910502 Width body 1 67 2668BZDA06 Pan hd. screw M4x0,7-6 1 68 14910701 Pointer 1
69 2504MZC006 External tooth !ock washer 2 70 2601BZDA40 Hex hd. bolt M6x1.0-16 2 150 18402702 Rubber foot 4
71 18622301 Link 1 151 2701FZD110 Hex nut M10x1.5 1 72 2536MBE816 Spring pin 1 152 2501 NBDN03 Flat washer 3/16x3/8 1
73 14002601 Clamp handle 1 153 14930002 Set nut 1 74 14911402 Mitre gauge 1 154 14930103 Arbor collar 1
75 2501NZDN16 Flat washer 1/4x3/4-3/64 1 155 14930203 Blade 1 76 14911602 Clamp handle 1 156 8387029942 Motor 1
77 14911707 Sheet bar 1 157 2138MBL704 Wrench 1 78 14911802 Angle pointer 1 137271060001 Instruction manual
79 2603BBLA38 Hex soc. set screw MTx1.0-10 1 * Not shown
140 14922202 Compression spring 1 141 2501NZDN47 Flat washer 5/8x1-1/4-5/64 1 142 2701FZD106 Hex nut M6xl.0 1
143 2501NBDN09 Flat washer 1/4x3!4-7/64 1 144 14922901 Spacer 1
145 2672BZDA44 Cap hd sq. neck bolt M6xl 0 35 1 146 2615BZDD25 Hex hd. screw and washer M8xl 25-16 1
147 2501NNHN34 Flat washer 3/8x3/4-5/64 2 148 2620BBDC18 Pan hd. screw and washer M5x0.8-12 1
149 2701FBD105 Hex nut M5x08 1
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