Craftsman 137.375630 Owner's Manual

Operator’s Manual

14 IN. ABRASIVE CHOP SAW Model No. 137.375630

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CAUTION:

Before using this Chop Saw, read this manual and follow all its Safety Rules and Operating Instructions

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Safety Instructions

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Installation

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Operation

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Maintenance

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Parts List

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

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

Product Speciﬁ

Symbols..................................................................................................... 4

Power

Chop Saw Safety ...................................................................................... 7

E T Ca Know

Assembly .................................................................................................. 16

Adjustments .............................................................................................. 18

Operation .................................................................................................. 20

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

Parts List ....................................................

Repair Protection

Tool Safety ..................................................................................... 5

lectrical Requirements and Safety .......................................................... 12

ools Needed for Assembly ...................................................................... 14

rton Contents ........................................................................................ 14

Your Chop Saw ............................................................................... 15

roubleshooting Guide ............................................................................. 23

cations .............................................................................. 3

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Agreements .................................................................. 27

WARRANTY

CRAFTSMAN ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY

FOR ONE YEAR from the date of purchase, this product is warranted against defects in material or workmanship. A defective product will receive free repair or replacement if repair is unavailable. For warranty coverage details or to obtain free repair or replacement, visit the web site: www.craftsman.com

This warranty does not cover the blade, which is an expendable part that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period. this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another person. This warranty gives you speciﬁc legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

This warranty is void if

WARNING

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

● Lead from lead-based paints,

● Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

● Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to ﬁlter out microscopic particles.

2012/11

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

MOTOR

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

mps ..................................................................................... 15

Maximum hp ......................................................................... 3.5

oltage .................................................................................. 120

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

M (no load) ....................................................................... 3600

Cutting wheel arbor size ....................................................... 1 in.

utting wheel size ................................................................. 14 in.

CUTTING CAP

Cross cut 0°

Round ................................................................................ 5 in.

Square ............................................................................... 4-3/4 in. × 4-3/4 in.

Rectangular ........................................................................ 3 in. × 8-1/4 in.

Miter cut 45°

Round ................................................................................ 4 in.

Square ............................................................................... 4 in. × 4 in.

Rectangular ........................................................................ 3-1/3 in. × 5 in.

Vise clamp angle ................................................................ 0° ~ 45

WARNING

To avoid electrical hazards, ﬁre hazards or damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection. This tool is wired at the factory for 1 It must be connected to a 110-120 Volt / 15 Ampere time delay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or ﬁre, replace power cord immediately if it is worn, cut or damaged in any way. Before using your tool, it is critical that you read and understand these safety rules. Failure to follow these rules could result in serious injury to you or damage to the tool.

ACITY

4-1/4 in. × 6-1/8 in. 4-1/2 in. × 5-1/8 in.

10-120 Volt operation.

SYMBOLS

WARNING ICONS Your power tool and its Operator’s Manual may contain “WARNING ICONS” (a picture symbol intended to alert you to, and/or instruct you how to avoid, a potentially hazardous condition). Understanding and heeding these symbols will help you operate your tool better and safer. Shown below are some of the symbols you may see.

SAFETY ALERT: Precautions that involve your safety.

PROHIBITION

WEAR EYE PROTECTION: Always wear safety goggles or safety

glasses with side shields.

WEAR RESPIRATORY AND HEARING PROTECTION: Always wear respiratory and hearing protection.

READ AND UNDERSTAND OPERATOR’S MANUAL: To reduce the risk of injury, user and all bystanders must read and understand Operator’s manual before using this product.

DANGER

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WARNING

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CAUTION

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CAUTION

KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE: Failure to keep your hands

away from the blade will result in serious personal injury.

SUPPORT AND CLAMP WORK

DANGER: indicates an imminently hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury

CAUTION: indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION: used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

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POWER TOOL SAFETY

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS POWER TOOL

Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how to use your power tool.

CAUTION

o avoid mistakes that could cause

T serious injury, do not plug the tool in until you have read and understood the following.

1. R

possible hazards.

2. KEEP working order.

3. REMOVE AND WRENCHES. Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning ON.

4. KEEP Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

5. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not use power tools in damp locations, or expose them to rain or snow work area well lit.

6. KEEP visitors and bystanders should be kept a safe distance from work area.

7. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.

EAD and become familiar with the entire Operator’s Manual. LEARN the tool’s application, limitations and

GUARDS IN PLACE and in

ADJUSTING KEYS

WORK AREA CLEAN.

. Keep

CHILDREN AWAY. All

8. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

9. USE THE RIGHT T force the tool or an attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.

USE PROPER EXTENSION

10.

CORDS. 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 result in a drop in line voltage and in loss of power which will cause the tool to overheat. 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. W hair covering to contain long hair.

12. ALWAYS WEAR EYE

PROTECTION.

power tool can throw foreign objects into the

eyes and could cause permanent

e damage. ALWAYS wear Safety

ey Goggles (not glasses) that comply

ANSI Safety standard Z87.1.

with Everyday eyeglasses have only impact–resistant lenses. ARE NOT safety glasses. Safety Goggles are available at Sears. NOTE: Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could seriously injure you when they break.

OOL. Do not

ear protective

Any

They

13. 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 is safer than using your

hand and it frees both hands to operate the tool.

15. DISCONNECT TOOLS FROM

POWER SOURCE before servicing, and when changing accessories such as blades, bits and cutters.

16. REDUCE THE RISK OF

UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in the OFF position before plugging the tool in.

17. USE RECOMMENDED

ACCESSORIES. Consult this Operator’s Manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to yourself or others.

18. NEVER STAND ON THE TOOL.

Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.

20. NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL

RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN THE POWER “OFF”. Do not walk

away from a running tool until the blade comes to a complete stop and the tool is unplugged from the power source.

21. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Never reach your hand or arm across the cutting path of the blade.

22. NEVER reach your hand or arm across the path of the cutting blade.

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

24. DO NOT use power tool in presence of ﬂammable liquids or gases.

25. 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.

19. 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.

26. WARNING: Dust generated from certain materials can be hazardous

to your health. Always operate saw in well-ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal.

27. WEAR HEARING

PROTECTION to reduce the risk of induced hearing loss.

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CHOP SAW SAFETY

BEFORE USING THE CHOP SAW, IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE SAFETY RULES.

WARNING

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TO AVOID MISTAKES THAT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS OR PERMANENT INJURY, DO NOT PLUG IN THE CHOP SAW UNTIL THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS HAVE BEEN READ AND UNDERSTOOD.

1. Learn the function of the switch,

cutting handle and wheel

guard.

Review and understand all safety instructions and operating procedures in this Operator’s manual.

3. Review the maintenance methods for this chop saw.

4. Find and read all the warning labels on the chop saw:

● Read manual before using the

chop saw.

● Wear safety goggles.

● Never perform cutting operations

with wheel guard removed.

● Turn power OFF, wait for abrasive

wheel to stop and remove power cord from power source before adjusting or servicing.

5. The arbor bolt and all clamps have to be tightened before cutting.

6. Make sure the workpiece and the abrasive wheel are not in contact prior to operating the saw.

ON/OFF

WHEN INSTALLING OR MOVING YOUR CHOP SAW:

1. AVOID A DANGEROUS

ENVIRONMENT:

● Use the chop saw in a dry, indoor location protected from

rain and moisture.

● Keep work area well lit.

2. TO AVOID INJURY FROM

UNEXPECTED CHOP SAW MOVEMENT:

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Bolt or clamp the chop saw to a ﬁrm level surface where there is plenty of room to move the workpiece through the entire cut.

● Position the chop saw so the feet are level and the chop saw does not rock.

● Position the chop saw where operators and bystanders stand a safe distance away from the saw and are not in direct line with the cutting wheel.

● To avoid injury from electrical shock, make sure your ﬁngers do not touch the plug’s metal prongs when plugging in or unplugging the chop saw.

● Turn OFF and unplug the chop saw before moving it to a new area. To avoid back injury, get help when transporting.

● Bolt the chop saw to the ﬂoor if it tends to move when cutting long, heavy workpieces.

● DO NOT STAND ON the chop saw. Do not store materials above or near it. Standing on the tool could result in serious injury.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. INSPECT YOUR CHOP SAW:

● If any part is missing, bent or broken in any way, or any electrical part does not work properly, turn the chop saw OFF and unplug the tool.

● Replace damaged or missing parts before using the chop saw.

2. AVOID INJURY FROM JAMS,

SLIPS OR THROWN PIECES (KICKBACKS):

● Use this chop saw to cut ferrous material only.

● Avoid injury from thrown pieces. Make sure the abrasive wheel is properly installed and the arbor bolt is tight.

● Use the right tool. Do not force the tool to do a job it is not intended to do.

3. INSPECT YOUR WORK AREA:

● Keep the work area clean.

● Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. The ﬂoor must not be slippery from wax, sawdust or shavings, etc.

● Avoid burns or other ﬁre damage. Do not use the

chop saw near ﬂammable liquids, vapors or gases.

● Before using the

chop

saw, clear the table of all objects not needed to feed the workpiece.

● Avoid injury. Do not perform layout, assembly or setup on the

chop

saw.

● Never hold a workpiece. Workpiece will become very hot while being cut.

4. PLAN YOUR WORK:

● Before trying a new or not often used operation, carefully plan your hand placement. Make sure you have proper ﬁxtures, stops and other items ready to use. Avoid injury form unsafe accessories. Use only recommended accessories.

5. DRESS FOR SAFETY:

● Plan ahead to protect your eyes, hands, face and ears.

● Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings, wrist watches). They can get caught and draw you into moving parts.

● Wear non-slip footwear.

● Tie back long hair.

● Roll long sleeves above the elbow.

● Noise levels vary widely. To avoid possible hearing damage, wear ear plugs or muffs when using the chop saw.

● The chop saw can throw debris into your eyes which can result in permanent eye damage. Wear safety goggles (not glasses) that comply with ANSI Standards. Regular eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses. They are not safety glasses.

● Wear a dust mask along with safety goggles during each operation.

6. INSPECT YOUR WORKPIECE:

● Make sure there are no bolts or foreign objects in the part of the workpiece to be cut.

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7. PLAN YOUR CUT:

● Do not cut freehand. Guide your workpiece solidly against the fence and table top. Make sure there is no debris between the workpiece and its supports.

● Use extra caution with large, small or awkward workpieces.

● Use extra support (tables, sawhorses, blocks) if your workpiece is hard to hold down to the table. Do not use another person as additional support or to help feed, support or pull the workpiece.

● Do not cut more than one workpiece at a time.

● Do not turn your chop saw ON before clearing everything except the workpiece and related support devices off the table.

8. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING: Make sure the switch is off before plugging the abrasive chop saw into a power source.

WHEN THE CHOP SAW IS RUNNING

CAUTION

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DO NOT ALLOW FAMILIARITY GAINED FROM FREQUENT USE

YOUR CHOP SAW TO CAUSE A

OF CARELESS MISTAKE. REMEMBER THAT A CARELESS FRACTION OF A SECOND IS ENOUGH TO CAUSE A SEVERE INJURY.

1. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY:

● Make sure all bystanders are

clear of the power tool before and during use.

● Before using the power tool, test

the saw by turning it on and

letting it run for a few seconds. If it makes an unfamiliar noise or vibrates, stop immediately. Turn the chop saw off and unplug. Do not restart the tool until the problem has been corrected.

2. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL:

● Only cut one piece per cutting operation.

BEFORE FREEING JAMMED MATERIAL:

● Release the trigger switch.

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Wait for all moving parts to stop.

● Unplug the chop saw.

4. BEFORE LEAVING THE CHOP

SAW:

● Release the trigger switch.

● Unplug the chop saw.

● Make the workshop childproof. Lock the shop. Disconnect master switches.

CAUTION

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● A 14 in. wheel is the maximum

wheel capacity of your chop saw. Never use a wheel that is too thick to allow outer ﬂange to engage with the ﬂats on the spindle. Larger wheels will come in contact with the wheel guards, while thicker wheels will prevent the bolt from securing the wheel on the spindle. Either of these situations could result in a serious accident causing personal injury.

● Do not attempt to cut wood or

masonry with this chop saw. Never cut magnesium or magnesium alloy with this machine. Failure to comply could result in serious personal injury.

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