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Operator's Manual
5-1/2 in. 14.4 VOLT
CORDLESS TRIM SAW
Model No.
315.113081
Save this manual for
future reference
,_L CAUTION: Read and follow
all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before first use of
this product.
Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188
Sears Roebuck and Co., 3333 Beverly Rd. Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman
983000-051
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• Safety
• Features
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
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• Table Of Contents and Warranty ................................................................................................................................ 2
• Introduction and General Safety Rules .................................................................................................................... 3-4
• Specific Safety Rules and Symbols ......................................................................................................................... 4-7
• Product Specifications, Unpacking, and Accessories ................................................................................................. 8
• Features ................................................................................................................................................................ 8-10
• Assembly .............................................................................................................................................................. 11-12
• Operation ............................................................................................................................................................. 12-18
• Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................................. 19
• Exploded View And Repair Parts List .................................................................................................................. 20-21
• Parts Ordering / Service ........................................................................................................................................... 22
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN CORDLESS TRIM SAW
If thisI:RRI:TSMRNCordless Trim Saw fails to give completesatisfactionwithinone year fromthe date of purchase,
RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES, and Sears
willrepairit,free of charge.
If this rRRFTSMAN Cordless Trim Saw is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 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
_1= Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions It means attention!.! Your safety is
involved.
,_ WARNING:
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision
Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields, available at Sears
Retail Stores. Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.t.
SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
This operator's manual describes safety and internationalsymbols and pictographs that may appear on this product.
Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance, and repair information.
MEANING
Do notexpose to rainor use in damplocations.
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Your trimsaw has many featuresfor making your cutting
operations more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety,
performance and dependability have been given top
pdodty in the design of this trim saw making it easy to
maintain and operate.
,_ CAUTION: Carefully read throughthis entire
operator'smanual before usingyournew trim saw.
Pay close attention to the General Safety Rules,
Specific Safety Rules, Symbols, Warnings, and
Cautions. If you use your trim saw properly and only
for it's intended use, you will enjoy years of safe,
reliable service.
,_ WARNING: Reed and follow all instructions.
Failure tofollow all instructionslistedbelow, may
resultinelectric shock,fire and/orseriouspersonal
injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Work Area
• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and dark areas inviteaccident.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Power toolscreatesparks
which may ignitethe dust orfumes.
• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while
operating a power tool. Distractionscan cause you
tolosecontrol.
Electrical Safety
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry
the charger. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords
immediately. Damaged cordsmay create afire.
A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a
separate battery pack must be recharged only with
the specified charger for the battery. A chargerthat
may be suitablefor onetype of batterymay create a
riskof firewhenusedwith anotherbattery.Use battery
onlywithchargerlisted.
MODEL BATTERY PACK CHARGER
315.113081
Item No. _ 11007 Item No. 9 11006
(1310714) (1425005)
Use battery operated tool only with specifically
designated battery pack. Use of anyother batteries
may create a riskof fire.Use onlywithbattery pack
listed.
Personal Safety
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use tool while tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol, or medication. Amomentof inatten-
tionwhile operatingpowertoolsmay resultinserious
personalinjury.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing,
and gloves away from moving parts. Looseclothes,
jewelry, or long hair can be caught in movingparts.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the
locked or off position before inserting battery
pack. Carryingtoolswithyour fingeron the switchor
insertingthe battery pack intoa toolwiththe switchon
invitesaccidents.
• Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turn-
ing the tool on. Awrench or a keythat is leftattached
to a rotatingpartof the toolmay resultinpersonal
injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. Properfootingand balanceenable
bettercontrolofthe toolin unexpectedsituations.
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Dustmask, nonskidsafety shoes,hard hat, or hearing
protectionmustbe usedfor appropriate conditions.
Tool Use and Care
• Use clamps or other practical way to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding
theworkbyhand oragainstyour bodyisunstableand
may lead to lossof control.
• Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your
application. The correcttoolwilldo thejob betterand
saferat the rate for whichitis designed.
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• Donotusetoolif switch does not turn it on or off.
A toolthat cannot becontrolledwiththe switchis
dangerous and mustbe repaired.
• Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the
switch in the locked or off position before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk
ofstartingthe tool accidentally.
• Store idle tools out of the reach of children and
other untrained persons. Toolsaredangerous in the
handsof untrainedusers.
• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects like: paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can
make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminalstogether may cause
sparks, burns, or a fire.
• Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp
and clean. Properlymaintainedtools with sharp
cuttingedges are lesslikelyto bindand are easier to
control.
• Check for misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition
that may affect the tool's operation. If damaged,
have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents
are caused by poorlymaintainedtools.
• Use only accessories that are recommended by
the manufacturer for your model. Accessoriesthat
may be suitablefor one tool, may create a riskof injury
when used on anothertool.
Service
Tool service must be performed by qualified repair
personnel. Service or maintenance performedby
unqualifiedpersonnelmay result in a riskof injury.
When servicing a tool, use only identical replace-
ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance
section of this manual. Use of unauthorizedpartsor
failure tofollowMaintenance Instructionsmay create a
risk of shock or injury.
Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden
wiring. Contact with a "live" wire willmake exposed metal partsof the tool"live" and shock the operator.
Additional Rules For Safe Operation
• Know your power tool. Read operator's manual
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as
well as the specific potential hazards related to
this tool. Followingthis rulewillreduce the riskof
electricshock,fire, or serious injury.
• Make sure your extension cord is in good condi-
tion. When using an extension cord, be sure to use
one heavy enough to carry the current your prod-
uct will draw. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least
16 is recommended for an extension cord 100 feet
or less in length. A cord exceeding 100 feet is not
recommended. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier
the cord. An undersizedcord willcause a drop in line
voltageresultinginlossof power and overheating.
Important Rules For Battery Tools
• Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in
operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards
when not using your battery tool or when chang-
ing accessories.
• Do not place battery tools or their batteries near
fire or heat. This will reduce the riskof explosionand
possibleinjury.
_ WARNING: Batteriesvent hydrogen gas and can
explode in the presence of a source of ignition,such
as a pilotlight.To reducethe risk of serious personal
injury, never use anycordlessproductinthe pres-
ence of open flame. An explodedbatterycan propel
debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush withwater
immediately.
• Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet loca-
tion. Followingthisrulewillreduce the riskofelectric
shock,fire,or seriouspersonal injury.
• Your battery tool should be charged in a location
where the temperature is more than 50°F but less
than 100°F. Followingthis rule willreducethe riskof
electricshock,fire, or seriouspersonal injury.
• Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,
battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in
contact with your skin, wash immediately with
soap and water, then neutralize with lemon juice or
vinegar. If liquid gets into your eyes, flush them
with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek
immediate medical attention. Followingthis rule will
reducethe riskofseriouspersonalinjury.
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AdditionalSpecificSafetyRules
• DANGER!Keephandsawayfromcuttingaresand
blade.Keepyoursecondhandonauxiliaryhandle
ormotorhousing.Ifbothhandsare holdingthe saw,
they cannot be cut bythe blade.
• Keep your body positioned to either side of the
saw blade, but not in line with the saw blade.
KICKBACK couldcause the saw to jumpbackwards.
See Pages 13 and 14.
• Do not reach underneath the work. The guard
cannotprotectyou from the blade belowthework.
• Check the lower guard for proper closing before
each use. Do not operate saw if lower guard does
not move freely and close instantly. Never clamp
or tie the lower guard into the open position. If
saw is accidentallydropped, lowerguardmay be bent.
Raise the lowerguardwiththe retractinghandle and
make sure it movesfreely and does not touchthe
blade or anyother part,in all angles and depths ofcut.
• Check the operation and condition of the lower
guard spring. If the guard and the spring are not
operating properly, they must be serviced before
use. Lowerguardmay operate sluggishlydueto
damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a buildupof
debris.
• Lower guard should be retracted manually only for
special cuts such as "Pocket Cuts" and "Com-
pound Cuts". Raise lower guard by Retracting
Handle. As soon as blade enters the material,
lower guard must be released. Forall other sawing,
the lowerguard should operate automatically.
• Always observe that the lower guard is covering
the blade before placing saw down on bench or
floor. An unprotected,coastingblade willcause the
saw to walk backwards,cuttingwhatever isin itspath.
Beaware of the time ittakes for the blade to stopafter
switch isreleased.
NEVER hold piece being cut in your hands or
across your leg. It isimportantto supportthe work
properlyto minimizebody exposure, blade binding,or
lossofcontrol.
• Hold tool by insulating gripping surfaces when
performing an operation where the cutting tool
may contact hidden wiring. Contact with a "live" wire
willalso make exposed metal parts of the tool "live"
and shock the operator.
• When ripping always use a rip fence for a straight
edge guide. This improvesthe accuracyof cut and
reduces the chance of blade binding.
• Always use blades with correct size and shape
(diamond vs. round) arbor holes. Blades thatdonot
match the mounting hardware of the saw wiltrun
eccentrically, causing loss of control.
• Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or
bolts. The blade washers and bolt were specially
designedforyoursaw, for optimumperformanceand
safety of operation.
• Causes and Operator Prevention of Kickback:
Kickbackis a sudden reaction to a pinched,bound, or
misalignedsaw blade, causingan uncontrolledsaw to
liftup and out oftheworkpiecetowardthe operator.
When the bladeis pinchedor boundtightlybythe kerf
closingdown,the blade stallsand the motorreaction
drivesthe unitrapidlyback towardthe operator.
Ifthe blade becomes twistedor misaligned inthe cut,
the teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig intothe
top surface ofthe wood causingthe bladeto climbout
ofthe kerrand jump back towardthe operator.
Kickback is a resultoftool misuse and/orincorrect
operatingproceduresor conditionsand can be
avoided bytakingproperprecautionsas given below:
• Maintain a firm grip on the saw and position your
body and arm in a way that allows you to resist
KICKBACK forces. KICKBACK forcescan be con-
trolledby theoperator,ifproperprecautionsare taken.
• When blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut
for any reason, release the trigger and hold the
saw motionless in the material until the blade
comes to a complete stop. Never attempt to
remove the saw from the work or pull the saw
backward while the blade is in motion or KICK-
BACK may occur. Investigateand take corrective
actions to eliminatethe cause of blade binding.
• When restarting a saw in the workpiece, center the
saw blade in the kerf and check that teeth are not
engaged into the material. If saw blade isbinding, it
may walk up or KICKBACKfrom the workpieceasthe
saw is restarted.
• Support large panels to minimize the risk of blade
pinching and KICKBACK. Large panelstendto sag
undertheirown weight. Supportsmust be placed
underthe panel on bothsides,near the line of cutand
near the edge of the panel.
• Do not use dull or damaged blade. Unsharpenedor
improperlyset blades producenarrow kerrcausing
excessivefriction, blade binding,and KICKBACK.
• Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers
must be tight and secure before making cut. If
bladeadjustmentshiftswhilecutting,itwillcause
bindingand KICKBACK.
• Use extra caution when making a "Pocket Cut"
into existing walls or other blind areas. The protrud-
ingblade may cut objectsthat can cause KICKBACK.
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,_ WARNING: Never use a battery that has been
dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged
battery is subject to explosion. Properly dispose of a
dropped battery immediately. Failure to heed this
warning can result in serious personal injury.
• Save these instructions. This manual contains
important safety and operating instructions for
charger. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
• Before using battery charger, read all instructions
and cautionary markings in this manual, on battery
charger, and product using battery charger. Follow-
ing this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire,
or serious personal injury.
_1, CAUTION: To reduce risk of injury, charge only
nickel-cadmium and nickel metal hydride type
rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries
may burst causing personal injury and damage.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
• Do not expose charger to rain or snow. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or
serious personal injury.
• Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by
the battery charger manufacturer may result in a
risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,
fire, or serious personal injury.
• To reduce the risk of damage to charger body and
cord, pull by charger plug rather than cord when
disconnecting charger. Following this rule will reduce
the risk of serious personal injury.
• Make sure cord is located to that itwill not be
stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to
damage or stress. Followingthis rulewillreduce the
risk of serious personal injury.
• An extension cord should not be used unless
absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension
cordcouldresult ina riskoffire and electric shock, If
extension cord must be used, make sure:
a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same
number, size and shape as those of plug on
charger.
b. That extension cord is properly wired and in good
electrical condition; and
c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating
of charger as specified below:
Cord Length (Feet) 25" 50" 100"
Cord Size (AWG) 16 16 16
Note: AWG = American Wire Gage
• Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or
plug. If damaged, have replaced immediately by a
qualified serviceman. Followingthisrule will reduce the
riskofelectric shock, fire, orserious personal injury.
• Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp
blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any
way; take it to a qualified serviceman. Followingthis
rulewillreduce the riskofelectric shock, fire,or
serious personalinjury.
• Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified
serviceman when service or repair is required.
Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of elec-
tric shock or fire. Followingthis rulewill reduce the
riskof electricshock, fire, or serious personal injury.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug
charger from outlet before attempting any mainte-
nance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not
reduce this risk. Followingthis rulewillreduce the
risk of electricshock, fire, or serious personal injury.
• Do not use charger outdoors. Followingthisrule will
reducethe risk of electricshock, fire, or serious
personalinjury.
• Disconnect charger from power supply when not
in use. Followingthisrulewill reduce the riskof
electricshock, fire, or seriouspersonal injury.
_k DANGER: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT
TOUCH UNINSULATED PORTION OF OUTPUT
CONNECTOR OR UNINSULATED BA'I-rERY
TERMINAL.
• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently
and use them to instruct others who may use this
tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them
these instructions also. Followingthis rule will
reduce the risk of electric shock,fire, or serious
personalinjury.
_. WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known 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.
SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
min Minutes Time
"_ Alternating Current Type or a characteristic of current
---=- Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
no No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
.../min Revolutions or Reciprocation Per Minute Revolutions, strokes,
surface speed, orbits etc. per minute
_k Safety Alert Symbol Indicates danger, warning or caution.
It means attentiont!T Your safety is
involved.
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and
the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do
not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for
proper accident prevention measures.
SYMBOL MEANING
A
A
A
A
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:
Indicates danger, warning,or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others.
Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others.
Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to
yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and personal injury.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructionsvital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
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TRIM SAW 318.113081
Blade Diameter 5-1/2 in.
Blade Arbor 3/8 in.
Cutting Depth at 90° 1-9/16 in.
Cutting Depth at 45° 1-1/8 in.
No load Speed 3,800 RPM
Motor 14.4 Volt DC
CHARGER
Input
Charging Voltage
Charge Rate
BATTERY PACK
ITEM NO. 9 11006
(1425005)
120 v, 60 Hz, AC only
14.4 Volt
3-6 Hours
ITEM NO. 9 11007
(1310714)
Your trim saw has been shipped completely assembled
except for the blade. Inspect it carefully to make sure no
breakage or damage has occurred during shipping. If any
parts are damaged or missing, contact your nearest Sears
Retail Store to obtain replacement parts before attempting
to operate saw. A blade, blade wrench (5 mm hex key), rip
guide (edge guide) and this operator's manual are also
included.
_, WARNING: If parts are missing, do not operate
any
your saw until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to
do so could result in possible serious personal injury.
The following recommended accessories are currently available at Sears Retail Stores.
• 5-1/2 in. Thin Kerr Blade
,_ WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous.
KNOW YOUR TRIM SAW
See Figure 1.
Before attempting to use your trim saw, familiarize yourself
with all operating features and safety requirements.
Features include easily operated bevel cut and depth of
cut adjustment mechanisms; positive 0° bevel stop;
spindle lock; and blade wrench storage.
_k WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with saw
your
to make you careless. Remember that a careless
fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe
injury.
SWITCH
Your saw is equipped with a tock-offbutton which reduces
the possibility of accidental starting. The lock-off button is
located on the handle above the switch trigger. You must
depress the lock-off button in order to pull the switch
trigger. The lockresets each time the trigger is released.
Note: You can depress the lock-off button from either the
left or right side.
APPLICATIONS
(Use only for the purposes listed below)
• Cutting all typesofwood products(lumber,plywood,
paneling).
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LOCK-OFF
SPINDLE BU'I-FON
LOCKBuTroN
BATTERY
TRIGGER
RIP
GUIDE SCREW
(WINGSCREW)
UPPER
BLADEGUARD
LOWERBLADE
GUARD HANDLE
BEVELCUTADJUSTMENT
(BEVELADJUSTMENT KNOB)
BASE
ASSEMBLY
BLADE
LOWER
BLADEGUARD
RIPGUIDE
BLADEWRENCH CUTADJUSTMENT
(5 mm HEXKEY) (DEPTH ADJUSTMENTKNOB)
Fig. 1
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BA'n'ERY PACK
The battery pack for your tool has been shipped in a low
charge condition to prevent possible problems. Therefore,
you should charge it overnight prior to use.
Note: Batteries will not reach full charge the first time they
are charged. Allow several cycles (drilling followed by
recharging) for them to become fully charged.
CHARGING BATTERY PACK
See Figure 2.
• Charge battery pack only with the charging assembly
provided.
• Make sure power supply is normal household
voltage, 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only.
• Connect charger to power supply.
• Place battery pack in charging stand. Align raised rib
on battery packwith groove in charging stand.
See Figure 2.
BATTERYPACKSHOWN
INCHARGINGSTAND
CHARGER
RED LIGHT
(LED)
\
• Press down on battery pack tobe sure contacts on
battery pack engage properlywith contacts in charging
stand.
• The charge indicator light (LED), located on the
charging stand, will light up red and glow when the
charger is properly connected to power supply. This
light indicates the charger is operating properly. It will
remain on until battery pack is removed from charging
stand or charger is disconnected from power supply.
The light only glows while battery pack is charging.
• Note: If charger does not charge battery pack, return
battery pack and charging assembly to your nearest
Sears Repair Center for electrical check.
• After normal usage, 3 hours or less of charging time is
required to fully recharge battery pack. Note: Ifbattery
pack is completely discharged, 6 hours or longer of
charging time is required to fully recharge battery
pack.
• The battery pack willbecome slightly warm to the
touch while charging. This is normal and does not
indicate a problem.
• Do not place charger in an area of extreme heat or
cold. It will work best at normal room temperature,
• When batteries become fully charged, unplug charger
from power supply and remove the battery pack.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR RECHARGING
HOT BA'n'ERIES
When using your trim saw continuously, the batteries in
your battery pack will become hot. You should let a hot
battery pack cool down for approximately 30 minutes
before attempting to recharge.
Note: This situation only occurs when continuous use of
your saw causes the batteries to become hot. It does not
occur under normal circumstances. Refer to "CHARGING
BATI'ERY PACK" for normal recharging of batteries. If the
charger does not charge your battery pack under normal
circumstances, return both the battery pack and charger to
your nearest Sears repair center for electrical check,
CHARGING
STAND Fig. 2
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,_ WARNING: Always remove battery pack from your
saw when you are assembling parts, making
adjustments,assemblingor removing blades,
cleaning, or when not in use. Removing battery pack
willpreventaccidental starting that could cause
serious personal injury.
Note: Your saw is assembled with the battery pack
attached.
TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK
See Figure 3.
i Locate latches on side of battery pack and depress to
release batterypack from your saw. See Figure 3.
• Remove battery pack from your saw.
TO
REMOVE
DEPRESSLATCHESTO
RELEASEBATTERYPACK
TO
INSTALL LATCHES
BATrERY PACK
Fig. 3
TO ASSEMBLE OR REMOVE BLADE
TO ASSEMBLE BLADE:
See Figure 4.
,_ WARNING: A 5-1/2 in. blade isthe maximum blade
capacity of your saw. Never use a blade that is too
thickto allowouter blade washer to engage with the
flats on the spindle. Larger blades will come in
contactwith the blade guard, whilethickerblades will
prevent blade screw from securing blade on spindle.
Eitherofthese situations could resultina serious
accident.
M Remove battery pack from saw.
_ WARNING: Failure to remove battery pack from
saw could result in accidental startingcausing
possibleserious personal injury.
• Locatelatchesonside of battery pack anddepressto
releasebattery packfrom yoursaw. See Figure 3.
SPINDLE
LOCKBUTTON
LOWERBLADE
, GUARD HANDLE
BLADE
;LADEWASHER OUTER
BLADEWASHER
SCREW Fig. 4
M Remove blade wrench (5 mm hex key) from storage
area. See Figure 1.
• Depress spindle lock button and remove blade screw
and outer blade washer. See Figure 4.
Note: Turn blade screw clockwise to remove.
• Wipe a dropof oil onto inner blade washer and outer
blade washer where they contact blade.
,_ WARNING: If inner blade washer has been re-
moved, replace itbefore placing blade on spindle.
Failureto do so couldcause an accidentsinceblade
wil! nottightenproperly.
• Fit saw blade inside lower blade guard and onto
spindle.
Note; The saw teeth point upward at the front of saw
as shown in figure 4.
• Replace outer blade washer.
n Depress spindle lock button, then replace blade screw.
Tighten blade screw securely.
Note: Turn blade screw counterclockwise to tighten.
• Return blade wrench to storage area.
REMEMBER: Never use a blade that is too thick to
aflow the outer blade washer to engage with the flats
on the spindle.
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TO REMOVE BLADE
See Figure 5.
• Remove battery pack from saw.
WARNING: Failure to remove battery pack from
sew could result in accidental starting causing
possible serious personal injury.
• Remove blade wrench from storage area. See Figure 1.
• Position saw as shown in figure 5, depress spindle lock
button, and remove blade screw.
Note: Turn blade screw clockwise to remove.
• Remove outer blade washer. See Figure 4.
Note: Blade can be removed at this point.
TO
LOOSEN
\
\
DEPRESSSPINDLE
LOCKBUTFON
BLADE
WRENCH
TO
TIGHTEN
SCREW
Fig. 5
TO INSTALL BATFERY PACK
See Figure 6.
Note: Battery pack is shipped in a low charge condition.
Therefore, it must be charged priorto use. Refer to page
10, "CHARGING BATTERY PACK" for charging
instructions.
• Race battery pack in your saw. Align raised rib on
battery pack with groove inside saw, then slide battery
peck in saw as shown in figure 6.
• Make sure the latches on each side of your battery
pack snap into place and battery pack is secured in
saw before beginning operation.
A CAUTION: When placing battery pack in your saw,
be sure raised rib on battery pack aligns with groove
inside saw and latches snap into place properly.
Improper assembly can cause damage to saw and
battery pack.
LATCHES
BATrERYPACK Fig. 6
BLADE GUARD SYSTEM
The lower blade guard attached to your trim saw is
there for your protection and safety. It should never be
altered for any reason. If it becomes damaged or
begins te return slow or sluggish, do not operate your
saw until the damage has been repaired or replaced.
Always leave guard in operating position when using
saw'.
,_ DANGER: When sawing through workpiece, lower
blade guard does not cover blade on the underside of
workptece. Since blade is exposed on underside of
workpiece, keep hands and fingers away from cutting
area. Any part of your body coming in contact with
moving blade will result in serious injury.
See Figure 7.
LOWERBLADE GUARD
IS IN UP POSI'nON
WHEN MAKINGA CUT
BLADEEXPOSED ON
b'NDERSlOEOFWORKPIECE
Fig. 7
Never use saw when guard is not operating correctly.
Guard should be checked for correct operation before
each use. If you drop your saw, check the lower blade
guard a=-tdI_umper for damage at all depth settings
before reuse. Note: The guard is operating correctly
when it moves freely and readily returns to the closed
position. If for any reason your lower blade guard
does not dose freely, take it to the nearest Sears Parts
and Repair Center for service before using.
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KICKBACK
See Figure 8.
II_ II1_ ilni_llHi_ KICKBACK
TO LESSEN THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK:
• Always keep the correct blade depth setting - the
correct blade depth setting for all cuts should not
exceed 1/4 in. below the material to be cut.
See Figure 10. One blade tooth below the material to
be cut works best for most efficient cutting action.
BLADESETTOO DEEP
Fig. 8
The best guard against kickba_ is to avoid dangerous
practices.
Kickback occurs when the I:dade stalls rapidly and the sew
is driven back towards you. Blade s_ is caused by any
action which pinches the blade in _ wood,
,_ DANGER: Release switch immediately if blade
binds or saw stalls. Kickback could cause you to lose
control of your saw. Loss of control can lead to
serious injury,
KICKBACK IS CAUSED BY:
• Incorrect blade depth setting. See Figure 8.
• Sawing into knots or nails in workpiece.
• Twisting blade while making a cut.
• Making a cut with a dull, gummed up, or improperly set
blade.
• Incorrectly supporting workpieee. See Figure 9.
• Forcinga cut,
• Cutting warped or wet k_r.
• Tool misuseor incorrectaperatmg procedures.
Fqg. 9
CORRECTBLADEDEPTHSETT'_ =
BLADqEEXPOSEDONE BLADETOOTH
BELOWTHE MATERIALTO BE CUT
Fig. t0
• Inspect the workpiece for knots or nails before
beginning a cut. Never sew into a knotor nail.
• Make straightcuts.Always use a straightedge guide
when rip cutting.This helps preventtwistingthe blade
in the cut.
• Always use clean, sharp and properly set blades.
Never make cuts with dull blades.
• To avoid pinching the blade, support the workpiece
properly before beginning a cut. The right and wrong
ways to support large pieces of work are shown in
figures 9 and 11.
Fig. 11
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• When making a cut use steady, even pressure.
Never force cuts.
• Do not cut warped or wet lumber.
• Always hold your sow firmly with bothhands and keep
your body in a balanced position so as to resist the
forces of kickbackshould itoccur.
using your saw, always stay alert and exercise
cor_rol. Do not r_ your saw from workpiece
while the blade is moving.
DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENT
Always keep correct blade depth setting. The correct
blade depth setting for all cuts should not exceed 1/4 inch
below the material to be cut. More blade depth will
increase the chance of kickback and cause the cut to be
rough. One blade tooth below the material to be cut wo_s
best for most efficient cutting action.
"rid ADJUST BLADE DEPTH
• Remove battery pack from saw.
WARNING: Failure to remove battery pack from
saw could result in accidental starting causing
possible serious personal injury.
• Loosen depth adjustment knob. See Figure 12.
STARTING A CUT
Know the right way to use yOUrsaw.
See F_gure 13.
Never use your saw as shown in figure 14.
Fig. 13
TORAISE
SAW"
TO
TIGHTEN BASE
TO ASSEMBLY
LOOSEN DEPTH
TO ADJUSTMENT
LO_ SAW KNOB Fig. 12
• Hold base flat against the workpiece and raise or lo_er
saw until the required depth is reached.
• Tighten depth adjustment knob securely,
Fig. 14
Never place your hand on the m:wkpiece behind your
sa_ mr,bile maldng a ced.
A WARNING: To rna_ sewing easier and safer,
always maintain proper controlof your saw. Lossof
controlof your saw couldcause an accident resultir'_g
in possibloseriousinjury.
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TO HELP kI_NTAIN CONTROL:
• Always supportyourworkplecenearthe cut.
• Support your_orkpieco sothe cut willbe on your left.
• Clamp ymJrimdq_ieea soit willnot move duringthe cut.
Place your _mckpiece with itsgood side down.
[_k_'e:The good _ isthe side on which appearance is
important.
Before begirming a cut, draw a guideline along the desired
line of cut. Then place front edge of base on that part of
your workpiecethat is sor_ supported. See Figure 13.
Never place your saw on that part of the workpiece
that will fall off _ Ihe cut is made. See Figure 15.
Hold your saw firmly with both hands.
See Figure 16+
Fig. 15
FLIGHT Fig. 16
Depress the lock-off button and squeeze the switch trigger
to start your saw. Always let the blade reach full speed,
then guide your saw into the workpiese.
_k WARNING: The blade coming in contact with the
workpiece before it reaches full speed could cause
your saw to "kickback" towards you resulting in
serious injury.
When making a cut use steady, even pressure. Forcing
causes rough cuts, could shorten the life of your saw and
could cause "kickback."
REMEMBER:
When sawing _ work, the lower blade guard
does not cover the blade, e_posing it on the
underside of _ Keep your hands and fingers away
from cutting area. Any part of your body coming in
contact with the mo_ blade will resuR in serious
injury.
Afteryou complete your cutrelease the trigger and allow
the blade to come to a complete stop.De not
your saw from wodlq_e_e _ the blade is moving.
A CAUTION: _ _ your saw fromthe
workpiece, the blade isexposed on the underside of
your saw untilthe lower blade guard closes. Make
sure lower blade _ is closed before setting your
saw down on _ surface+
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TO CROSS CUT OR RIP CUT
When making a cross cut or rip cut, alig_ your line of cut
with the outer blade guide notch on the saw base as
shown in figure 17.
T0P VIEW0F SAW
_ NOTCH
6UIOELINE
ALIGNOUTIB] BLADE GU_ NOTCHON SAWBASE'_ LINE
OF CUTAS_ WHEN MAKING CROSSCUTS OR _ CUTS
Fig. 17
Since blade thicknesses vary, always make a trial cut in
scrap material along a guideline to determine how much,
if any, the guideline must be offset to produce an accurate
cut.
Note: The distance from the line of cut to the guideline is
the amount you should offset the guideline.
WIDTH OF CUT SCALE
See Figure 18.
A width of cut scale has been provided on the base of
your saw. When making straight cross cuts or rip cuts, the
scale can be used to measure up to four inches to the
right side of the blade. It can be used to rneasere up to
one inch to the left side of the blade.
RIP GUIDE (EDGE
Use the rip guide provided with your saw whet}
wide rip cuts. A five inch scale has been provided on the
rip guide. When using the width of cut scale on the base
in combination with the rip guide, cuts can be made up to
6 id. to the left of the rip guide or 8-7/8 in. to the right of
the rip guide.
The rip guide helps prevent the blade from twL_ng in a
cut. The blade twisting in a cut can cause kickback.
TO ASSEMBLE RIP GUIDE
IN Remove battery pack from saw.
A W,.,!I_il_NG: Failure to remove battery pack from
saw could result in accidental starting caz_ing
possible serious personal injury.
RIP
GUIDESCREW
(WINGSCREW}
F_g_18
PLACERIP
GUg)£THI_ I'IOLES
• Place rip guide _h holes in saw base a=s_hovm in
figure !9.
• Ad_us_rip guide to _ widthneeded.
• lighten rip guide screw (wing screw) securely_
When using a rip guide, position the face of the rip £K_de
firmly against _ edge of workpiece. This makes for a
true cut without pinching the blade. The guiding ectge of
werkplece must be stTaight for your cut to be sa_gtfL Use
caution to peswenttt_e biade from binding in the cut.
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ALTERNATIVE RIP METHOD
,__seFigure 20.
Using C-clamps, firmlyclamp a straight edge to the
wodq_eleeand grade the saw along the straightedgeto
achieve a straightrip cut. Do not bind the blade inthe cut.
MJ:l_lt_ IE'THODFORRIPCUI"I"I_G
Align your line of oat with the inner blade guide notch on
the saw _ when making 45 ° bevel cuts.
Since blade thicknesses vary and different angles
requite erzHer_( settings, always make a trial cut in
scrap mallei along a guideline to determine how
muds _ should offset _ guideline on the board to
be ,-_
When making a bevel cut hold your saw firmly with both
hands as shown in figure 22.
\
NOTE:C-CLAM_
BOTHE]NOSOFSTRAIGHT
EDGEBEFOREMAKINGCUT
Fig. 20
TO BEVEL CUT
The angle of cutof your saw may be adjusted to any
desired settingbetween zero and 50°. Note: When
makingcutsat 50°, blade should be set at full depth of
cut.
When making 45 ° bevel cute, there is a notch in the saw
base to help you line up the blade with the line of cut. See
Figure 21.
SCALE
LOWER
Bt.ABEGUARD Fig. 22
Rest the front edge of the base on the workpiece. Depress
the Iod( offbutton and squeeze the switch trigger to start
your saw. Xltrays let the blade reach full speed, then
guide your saw into the workpiece.
_kW_: The blade coming incontact with the
workpiece before it reaches full speed could cause
saw to "kickback" toward you resulting in serious
injury.
After you _ your cutrelease the tTk:jgerand allow
the blade to come to a complete stop. _ the btade has
stopped, _ your saw from the workpiece.
TO ADJUST BEVEL SETTING
• Rm'go_m battory pack from sew.
,& WAIBIgI_IIG: Fa#L,re to remove b,sttery pack fTOm
saw could r_sult in acoidental starting causing
serous personal injury.
• Loosenbeve_adjusbnentknob. SeeF_jure21.
• Raisemolagrhousingendo_sawunfityou_ desired
ang_ set_j onbe_ sc_. See F_se 21.
• T_jWaen_ adjustment knob securely.
_i= W_NIm_ A_mptmg bevel cz,'twid_c_ut_nob
secu_y tigfd_ed can result in serm._ injury.
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POSITIVE 0 ° BEVEL STOP • "rum screw and adjust base Lmtilsquare with_w
See Figure 23. blade.
POS_'tYEO°
BEVELSTO_
BLADE
• Tighten hex nut and bevel ad_stment knob securely.
&WA_: Attemptingto make cutswithoutbevel
adjustmentknob securely t_JY_enedcan restaitin
seriousir_y.
TO POCKET CUrT
See Figure24.
A WARI_: AhNaysadju_ {m_vEd_ to zero
beforemakinga pocketcut. _ a pocketoutat
any other _g can result in loss of ountmt of your
saw possibly causingserious k,lj_y.
Adjust the bevel setting to zero, set b_ade to correct blade
depth setting, and swing the lower blade _ up using
the lower blade guard handle.
Ai_ I'ai_e the tower blade gltld mih 1_ halzdlle to
serious irdury.
While holding lower blade guard bythe handle, firmly rest
the front of the base flat against the wodq_leos with the
rear of the handle raised so the blade does not to_ch the
workplece. See Figure 24.
Fig. 23
Your saw has a positive 0° bevel stop, that has been
factoryadjusted to assure 0° angle of your saw blade
when making 90° cuts. However, misalignment can occur
during shipping.
TO CHECK
• Remove battery pack from saw.
A W_: Failure to remove _ pack from
saw could result in acciderdal sta_ causing
possible serious personal injury.
• Place your saw in an upside down positio, on
workbench. See Figure 23.
• LIs=nga caq)enter's square, check _ of saw
blade to the base of your saw.
TO_
• Remove battery pack from saw_
A W_lMmlG: Failure to r_ batterypa_Yfrom
s_w could result in accidental _ _g
possibleserious personal inj_'y.
• Loosen bevel adjustment knolb.
• Loosen .he',(nut securing adjustment sc_v.
LOWERBLADE
GUARD HANDLE
POCKET CUT LOIER _ GIJIABD
Fig. 24
Depressthe Ioc_-offbutton and squee_ ttm S_Nik_Wigger
to slart your saw. Always let the bible readlfsl s4m_d
1hen _ Iomer blade into tl_ =mdqdm:_ u_BI base
isfla_ agm_ Im_rkpiece.
_ yco _rnplete your cut release It_el_gger and ,m_lowthe
blade to come to a complete stop. Af_zrthe bladeI'=_ls
st_oped, _ it from the workl:_ez_e.Comms mmj then be
cleared cot witha hend saw or sabeasa_w.
A WIII4_INIIIIG: Never tie the Imuer btad_ _a_l in a
raised position. Leaving the _ exposed could
lead to seriousinjury.
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A W/_JSMING: servicing, use only
When identical
Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other part
may create a hazard or cause product damage.
Avoid usmg solvents when cleaning plast_ parts. Most
plasticsare susceptible to damage from varleus types of
commerci_ solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use clean clothsto remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
A W_JRINING: Do not at any tittle let brake fluids,
gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils,
etc. come in contact with plastic parts. They contain
chemicals that can damage, weaken or destroy
plastic.
Do not abuse power tools. Abusive practices can damage
as well as workpiece.
Only the parts shown on parts list, page 21, are intended
fe be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts
should be replaced at a Sears Service Center.
A W_4ff4G: Do not attempt to modify this 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
feading to possible serious personal injury.
BKnEI_ES
Your saws battery pack is eq_ with nickel-cadmium
batteries. _ of service from each
charging will depend on the type of work you are doing.
batteries in this tool have been designed to provide
maximum trouble free life. However, like all batteries, they
eventually wear out. Do not disassemble battery pack
attempt to replace the batteries. Handling of these
batteries, aspecially when wearing rings and jewelry,
could result in a serious burn.
To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest the
_ng:
I S_ and charge your batteries in a cool area.
T_res above or below norm_ room
temperature will shorten battery life.
• Never store batteries in a discharged condition.
Recharge them immediately after they are discharged.
• All batteries gradually lose their charge. The higher the
temperature the quicker they lose their charge. If you
store your tool for long periods of time without using it,
recharge the batteries every month or two. This
practice will prolong battery life.
To preserve natural resources, please
recycle or dispose of batteries properly.
Thisproduct contains nickel-cadmium
battery. Local, st;ate,or federal laws may
prohibit d_posat of nickel-cadmium
batteries in ordinary _asJn.
(_sl_, _ur local waste a_tt_rity for information
available recyclingand/or d_uosal options.
BATIFERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION
FOR RECYCUNG
A W._lmNG: Upon removal,cover the battery pack's
tem_nals with heavy dutyadhesive tape. Do not
attempt to destroy or disassemble battery pack or
remove any of its components.Nickel-cadmium
I_tfe,ges mustbe recycledordisposedof properly.
Also, r_m/ertouch both terminals with metal objects
and/orbody parts as short circuit may result. Keep
,_way$Tomchildren. Failure to cor_ with these
couldresult in fire andic__m_ousinjury.
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CRAFTSMAN 14.4 VOLT CORDLESS TRIM SAW - MODEL NUMBER 315.113081 , i
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_ CRAFTSMAN 14.4 VOLT CORDLESS TRIM SAW - MODEL NUMmER 316.113081
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{ The medal number wilD bs f°und °n a Plata etta(_hed l° the meter h°uslf*Ig' Always menti°rl the m°del number in eli c°rresp°ndanca re9_rdlng y°urI(_ORDLEB B 'TRIM SAW or when orderin 9 repalr parts.
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SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS
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PARTS LIST
Kay Part
No. Number
1 975546-000
2 975547-000
3 975544-000
4 5224502
5 975552-000
6 975581-000
7 975549-000
8 975559-000
9 975558-000
10 975850-000
11 983396-001
12 975557-000
13 975545-000
14 975543-000
15 5217802
Description Quan.
Carriage Bolt (M6 x 102 mm) ..................... 1
Base Assembly .......................................... 1
Lock Nut ..................................................... 2
Knob ........................................................... 2
Spring ......................................................... 1
Wing Screw ................................................ 1
Base Screw ................................................ 1
Hsx Nut ...................................................... 1
Borew......................................................... 1
Carriage Bolt(M6 x 13 ram) ....................... 1
Data Plate .................................................. 1
Warning Label ............................................ 1
Upper Blade Guard .................................... 1
Upper Blade Guard Screw ......................... 3
Bumper ....................................................... 1
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Key Part
No. Number
16 6619302
17 6867201
18 5599402
19 6807001
20 6850303
21 6600506
22 6112004
23 "982296-001
24 975533-000
25 975532-000
26 **Item No. 9 11006
27 **Item No._ 11007
28 975554-000
29 975553-000
30 982113-001
983000-051
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* Available At Your Nearest Bears Catalog Order Or Retail Store
** Can Be Purohasad Thru RSOS (Retail Special Order System)
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Description Quart.
Bumper Screw........................................... I
Torsion Spring............................................ 1
Lower Blade Guard .................................... 1
BallBearing (NTN #6000ZZ) ..................... 1
BearingRetainer ........................................ 1
BearingRotnlner Borew............................. 4
Inner Blade Washer ................................... 1
Baw Blade .................................................. 1
Outer Blade Washer .................................. 1
Blade Screw ............................................... 1
Charger (1425005) ..................................... 1
Battery Pack (1310714) ............................. 1
Rip Guide ................................................... 1
Blade Wrench (5 mm Hex Key) ................. 1
Tool Bag - Not Shown ............................... 1
Operator's Manual
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