Craftsman 137.37564 User Manual
Operator’s Manual
12 IN. DUAL BEVEL COMPOUND
MITER SAW WITH LASER TRAC
®
Model No. 137.375640
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CAUTION:
Before using this Miter Saw,
read this manual and follow
all its Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions
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Safety Instructions
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Assembly
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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 Tool Safety ..................................................................................... 5
Dual Bevel Compound Miter Saw Safety .................................................. 8
Electrical Requirements and Safety .......................................................... 10
Accessories and Attachments ................................................................... 12
Tools Needed for Assembly ...................................................................... 13
Carton Contents ........................................................................................ 14
Know Your Dual Bevel Compound Miter Saw ........................................... 15
Glossary of Terms ..................................................................................... 16
Assembly.................................................................................................... 18
Adjustments ............................................................................................... 23
Operation ................................................................................................... 28
Maintenance .............................................................................................. 40
Troubleshooting Guide .............................................................................. 42
Parts List ................................................................................................... 44
Repair Protection Agreement..................................................................... 48
cations ............................................................................... 3
WARRANTY
CRAFTSMAN 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 warranty is void if
this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to
another person. This warranty gives you specifi
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
c legal rights, and you may
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 fi
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
MOTOR
Power Source ................................................................. 120V AC, 60Hz, 15 Amp
Arbor Shaft Size ............................................................. 5/8 in.
peed ............................................................................. 3800 RPM (No load)
S
rake .............................................................................. Electric
B
MITER SAW
Miter Detent Stops .......................................................... 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 31.6°, 45° R & L
Bevel Positive Stops ....................................................... 0°, 45° L
Cutting Capacity:
C
rosscut (Maximum Width) ............................................. 3 in. x 7-7/8 in.
rosscut (Maximum Height) ............................................ 3-1/2 in. x 5-1/2 in.
C
45° Miter
45° Bevel
45° Miter and 45° Bevel ................................................... 1-1/2 in. x 5-1/2 in.
BLADE
iameter ........................................................................... 12 in.
D
Arbor
Cut R & L .......................................................... 3 in. x 5-1/2 in.
L ....................................................................... 1-7/8 in. x 7-7/8 in.
Hole ......................................................................... 1 in. dia. w/ 5/8 in. reducer
WARNING
!
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to the tool, use proper circuit
protection.
This tool 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 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.
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.
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
!
WARNING
!
CAUTION
!
CAUTION
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.
WARNING
!
To avoid mistakes that could cause
erious injury, do not plug the tool in
s
until you have read and understood
the following.
1. READ and become familiar
with the entire Operator’s
Manual. LEARN the tool’s
application, limitations and possible
hazards.
2. 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. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS
ENVIRONMENTS. Do not use
power tools in damp locations, or
expose them to rain or snow. Keep
work area well lit.
7. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD
PROOF with padlocks, master
switches or by removing starter
keys.
8. D
O NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will
do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
9. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not
force the tool or an attachment
to do a job for which it was not
designed.
10. USE PROPER EXTENSION
CORDS. Make sure your extension
cord is in good condition. When
using an extension cord, be sure to
use the one heavy enough to carry
the current that the product will
draw. An undersized cord will result
in a drop in line voltage and in
loss of power which will cause the
tool overheat. The table on page
11 shows the proper wire gauge
size usage to each extension cord
length and 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.
6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All
visitors and bystanders should be
kept a safe distance from work area.
12. ALWAYS WEAR EYE
PROTECTION. Any power
tool can throw foreign
objects into the eyes and 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 seriously injure
you when they break.
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.
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.
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 arm or
hand across the path of the blade.
22. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best
and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
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23. DO NOT use power tool in
presence of flammable liquids or
gases.
24. DO NOT operate the tool if you are
under the infl
alcohol or medicationn that could
affect your ability to use the tool
properly.
25. 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.
uence of any drugs,
26. People with
27. WEAR HEARING
DANGER
!
devices, such as pacemakers,
should consult their physician(s)
before using this product. Operation
of electrical equipment in close
proximity to a heart pacemaker
could cause interference or failure
of the pacemaker.
PROTECTION to reduce the
risk of induced hearing loss.
electronic
DUAL BEVEL COMPOUND MITER SAW SAFETY
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR THIS COMPOUND MITER SAW
1. DO NOT operate the miter saw
until it is completely assembled
and installed according to these
instructions.
2. IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly
familiar with the operation of miter
saws, seek guidance from your
supervisor, instructor or other
ed person.
qualifi
3. ALWAYS hold the work firmly
against the fence and table.
DO NOT perform any operation
freehand (use clamp wherever
possible).
4. KEEP HANDS out of the path of
the saw blade. If the workpiece
you are cutting would cause your
hands to be within 8-3/25 in. of the
saw blade, the workpiece should be
clamped in place before making the
cut.
5. MAKE SURE the blade is sharp,
runs freely and is free of vibration.
ALLOW the motor to come up to full
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speed before starting a cut.
7. KEEP THE MOTOR AIR SLOTS
CLEAN and free of chips or dust.
9. MAKE SURE both the blade and
the collar are clean and the arbor
bolt is tightened securely.
10.USE only blade collars specified for
your saw.
11.NEVER use blades larger than
12 inches in diameter.
12.NEVER apply lubricants to the
blade when the saw is running.
13.ALWAYS check the blade for
cracks or damage before operation.
Replace a cracked or damaged
blade immediately.
14.NEVER use blades recommended
for operation at less than 4800
RPM.
15.ALWAYS keep the blade guards in
place and use at all times.
16.NEVER reach around the saw
blade.
17.MAKE SURE the blade is not in
contact with the workpiece before
the switch is turned ON.
18.IMPORTANT: After completing a
cut, release the trigger switch and
wait for the blade to stop before
returning the saw to the raised
position.
8. ALWAYS MAKE SURE all handles
are tight before cutting, even if the
table is positioned in one of the
positive stops.
19.MAKE SURE the blade has come
to a complete stop before removing
or securing the workpiece, changing
he workpiece angle or changing the
t
angle of the blade.
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20.NEVER cut metals or masonry
products with this tool. This miter
saw is designed for use on wood
and wood-like products.
21.NEVER cut small pieces. If the
workpiece being cut would cause
your hand or fi
8-3/25 in. of the saw blade, the
workpiece is too small.
22.PROVIDE adequate support to
the sides of the saw table for long
workpieces.
23.NEVER use the miter saw in areas
with flammable liquids or gases.
4.NEVER use solvents to clean plastic
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parts. Solvents could possibly
dissolve or otherwise damage the
material.
ngers to be within
25. SHUT OFF the power before
servicing or adjusting the tool.
26.DISCONNECT the saw from
the power source and clean the
machine when fi
27.MAKE SURE the work area is clean
before leaving the machine.
28.SHOULD any part of your miter
saw become missing, damaged,
fail in any way or any electrical
component fail to perform properly,
shut off the switch and remove the
plug from the power supply outlet.
Replace missing, damaged or failed
parts before resuming operation.
nished using.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY
POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR
SPECIFICATIONS
The AC motor used in this saw is
a universal, nonreversible type.
See “MOTOR” in the “PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS” section on page 3.
WARNING
!
To avoid electrical hazards, fi
hazards, or damage to the tool, use
proper circuit protection. Your saw
is wired at the factory for 120 V
operation. Connect to a 120 V, 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
currents and reduces the risk of electric
shock. This tool is equipped with an
electrical cord that has an equipmentgrounding 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.
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 electrical
re
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 completely
understand the grounding instructions,
or if you are not certain the tool is
properly grounded.
USE only three-wire extension cords
that have three-pronged grounding
plugs with three-pole receptacles that
accept the tool’s plug. Repair or replace
damaged or worn cords immediately.
GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION
CORDS
USE THE PROPER EXTENSION
CORD. Make sure your extension cord
is in good condition. Use an extension
cord 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, overheating
and burning out of the motor. The
table on the right 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.
Make sure your extension cord is
properly wired and in good condition.
Always replace a damaged extension
cord or have it repaired by a qualified
technician before using it. Protect your
extension cords from sharp objects,
excessive heat and damp or wet areas.
Use a separate electrical circuit for
your tool. This circuit must not be less
than #12 wire with a 20 Amp time-lag
fuse or a #14 wire with a 15 Amp timelag fuse.
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NOTE: When using an extension
cord on a circuit with a #14 wire, the
extension cord must not exceed 25 feet
in length. 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 will damage
the motor. This tool is intended for use
on a circuit that has a receptacle like
the one illustrated in Fig. 1.
Fig. 1
Three-Pronged Plug
Grounding Prong
Properly Grounded
Three-Pronged Receptacle
Fig. 2
Grounding Lug
Fig. 1 shows a three-pronged electrical
plug and receptacle that has a
grounding conductor. If a properly
grounded receptacle is not available,
an adapter (sold separately) (Fig. 2)
can be used to temporarily connect
this plug to a two-contact grounded
receptacle. The adapter (Fig. 2) has a
rigid lug extending from it that MUST
be connected to a permanent earth
ground, such as a properly grounded
receptacle box.
CAUTION
!
● In all cases, make certain the
receptacle is properly grounded.
If you are not sure, have a
qualified electrician check the
receptacle.
● This tool is for indoor use only.
Do not expose to rain or use in
damp locations.
● This tool must be grounded while
in use to protect the operator
from electric shock.
● Never remove the grounding
prong from the power cord. If
damaged, discontinue use of unit
and contact customer service for
a replacement cord.
Make sure this is
connected to a
known ground.
Two-Pronged
Adapter
MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG)
(When using 120 volts only)
Ampere Rating Total length of Cord
ore Than Not More Than 25ft. 50ft. 100ft. 150ft.
M
0 6 18 16 16 14
6 10 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 1
Receptacle
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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
WARNING
!
● Use only accessories recommended
for this miter saw. Follow
instructions that accompany
accessories. Use of improper
accessories may cause hazards.
● The use of any cutting tool except
12 in. saw blades which meet the
requirements under recommended
accessories is prohibited. Do not
use accessories such as shaper
cutters or dado sets. Ferrous metal
cutting and the use of abrasive
wheels is prohibited.
Do not attempt to modify this
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tool or create accessories not
recommended for use with this tool.
Any such alteration or modification
is misuse and could result in a
hazardous condition leading to
possible serious injury.
ACCESSORIES
Visit your Sears Hardware Department
or see the Sears Power and Hand Tool
Catalog to purchase recommended
accessories for this power tool.
WARNING
!
To avoid the risk of personal injury,
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do not modify this power tool or use
accessories not recommended by
Sears.
Read warnings and conditions on
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your CARBIDE TIPPED SAW BLADE.
Do not operate the saw without the
proper saw blade guard in place.
Carbide is a very hard but brittle
material. Care should be taken while
ounting, using, and storing carbide
m
tipped blades to prevent accidental
damage. S
striking the tip while handling, can
seriously damage the blade. Foreign
objects in the workpiece, such as
wire or nails, can also cause tips
to crack or break off. Before using,
light shocks, such as
always visually examine the blade
and tips for bent blade, cracks,
breakage, missing or loose tips, or
other damage. Do not use if damage
is suspected. Failure to heed safety
instructions and warnings can
result in serious bodily injury.
BLADE INFORMATION
● Always use a crosscut blade that is
designed for cutting across the wood
grain. NEVER use Rip, Combination,
Plywood, Dado or Abrasive type saw
blades at any time
● Always use a 12in diameter blade with
either a 1” or 5/8” arbor hole, speed
rating must be at least 4800 RPM.
● Read and understand all instructions
provided with each blade before using
on this miter saw.
T
here are two main materials used for
saw blades; high-speed steel (HSS) and
carbide tipped (TCT). While the HSS
blades are generally less expensive
than carbide tipped, TCT blades will
stay sharper longer than HSS. As a
general rule the more teeth per inch (TPI)
the smoother the cut. Please read the
information provided on the blade for
more details for their use.
General Purpose Wood Cutting: 24 - 40 TPI
Fine Woodworking Cutting: 60 - 80 TPI
Non-ferrous Metal Cutting:
Use only special blades designed for
cutting this type of material.
Plastic Cutting:
Use only special blades designed for
cutting plastic.
NOTE: When cutting non-ferrous or
plastic, be sure to clean up completely
after each use. Take special care with
metal shavings after each cut, these can
cause damage to the table top. ALWAYS
WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
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TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY
Supplied
Blade Wrench
COMBINATION SQUARE MUST BE TRUE
Should not gap or overlap when square is flipped over (see dotted figure).
Draw light line on
b
oard along this edge.
Not supplied
Adjustable Wrench
6 mm Hex Wrench
Combination Square
Straight edge on a 3/4 in. board - this
edge must be perfectly straight.
Phillips Screwdriver
Slotted Screwdriver
Should not gap or overlap when square
flipped over (see dotted figure).
CARTON CONTENTS
UNPACKING YOUR MITER SAW
WARNING
!
To avoid injury from unexpected
starting or electrical shock, do not
plug the power cord into a source
of power during unpacking and
assembly. This cord must remain
unplugged whenever you are
working on the saw.
1. Remove the miter saw from the
carton.
IMPORTANT: Do not lift miter saw
by the trigger switch handle. It
may cause misalignment. Only lift
machine by the base hand holds.
2. Place the saw on a secure
stationary work surface.
3. Separate all parts from the packing
material. Check each one with the
illustration to make certain all items
are accounted for before discarding
any packing material.
WARNING
!
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If any part is missing or damaged,
do not attempt to assemble the
miter saw, or plug in the power
cord until the missing or damaged
part is correctly replaced. To
avoid electric shock, use only
identical replacement parts
when servicing double insulated
tools. Call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® for
replacement parts.
Extension Wings
Miter Saw
Dust Bag
Hold-down Clamp
Blade Wrench
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AAA Batteries
Miter Handle
KNOW YOUR DUAL BEVEL COMPOUND MITER SAW
Safety lock-off switch
Cover Plate
Upper Blade Guard
Motor
Bevel Lock Handle
Sliding Fence
Base
Left Extension Bracket
ON/OFF Trigger Switch
Arbor Lock
Switch Handle
Lower Blade Guard
Fence
Table
Table Insert
Miter Handle
Miter Scale
Mounting Hole
Carry Handle
(Lift Here)
LaserTrac
Quick-cam Miter
Table Lock
Positive Stop
Locking Lever
Saw Blade
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Laser
Positive Miter Detents
Belt Cover
Laser ON/OFF Switch
Stop Latch Knob
Right Extension Bracket
Extension Table Lock Knob
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