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perator's nual
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5-1/2 in, 19.2 VOLT
CORDLESS TRiM SAW
Model No.
315.114261
_ WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury,
the user must read and understand the
operator's manual before using this
product.
Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188
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BATTERIES AND CHARGERS
SOLD SEPARATELY
Sears Roebuck and Co., 3333 Beverly Rd. Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman
983000-91 5
03-26-08 (REV:02)
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[] Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................................... 2
[] Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................... 2
[] General Safety Rules ..................................................................................................................................................... 3-4
[] Specific Safety Rules ..................................................................................................................................................... 4-5
[] Symbols ......................................................................................................................................................................... 6-7
[] Features ......................................................................................................................................................................... 8-9
[] Assembly ..................................................................................................................................................................... 9-11
[] Operation ................................................................................................................................................................... 12-19
[] Maintenance .............................................................................................................................................................. 20-21
[] Accessories .................................................................................................................................................................... 21
[] Exploded View and Repair Parts List ........................................................................................................................ 22-23
[] Parts Ordering / Service .................................................................................................................................... Back page
ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TOOL
If this Craftsman tool fails to give complete satisfaction within one year from date of purchase, RETURN IT TO THE
NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SEARS PARTS & REPAIR CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES, and Sears will repair it,
free of charge.
If this Craftsman tool 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. 817WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability
have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.
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.
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_ WARNING!READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL IN-
STRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed
below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or seri-
ous personal injury.
SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS
WORK AREA
[] Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and dark areas invite accidents.
[] Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable liq-
uids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
[] Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
[] A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a
separate battery pack must be recharged only with
the specified charger for the battery. A charger that
may be suitable for one type of battery may create a
risk of fire when used with another battery.
[] Use battery operated tool only with specifically des-
ignated battery pack. Use of any other batteries may
create a risk of fire.
[] Use battery only with charger listed.
MODEL CHARGER
315.114261
PERSONAL SAFETY
[] Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com-
mon sense when operating a power tool. Do not
use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury.
[] Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, cJothing,
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
[] Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the
locked or off position before inserting battery pack.
BATTERY PACK
(M-ion)
315.113740
(130285003)
BATTERY PACK
(Ni-Cd)
130279003,
130279005
(Item No. 911375)
(Multi-Chemistry)
315.259260
(140351001)
315.259260
(140351001)
1425301 &11041)
315.115730
(140301003)
315.115720
(140301001)
Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or insert-
ing the battery pack into a tool with the switch on
invites accidents.
[] Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning
the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a
rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
[] Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. Proper footing and balance enable better
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
[] Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
[] Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long
hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn
into air vents.
[] Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable
footing on a solid surface enables better control of the
tool in unexpected situations.
TOOL USE AND CARE
[] Use clamps or other practical way to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding
the work by hand or against your body is unstable and
may lead to loss of control.
[] Do not force tool Use the correct tool for your ap-
plication. The correct tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it is designed.
[] Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off.
A tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dan-
gerous and must be repaired.
[] Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the
switch in the locked or off position before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
the tool Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the tool accidentally.
[] Store idle tools out of reach of children and other
untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
[] 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 terminals together may cause
sparks, burns, or a fire.
[] Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp
and dean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cut-
ting edges are less likely to bind and 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 poorly maintained tools.
[] Use only accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may
be suitable for one tool may create a risk of injury when
used on another tool.
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[] Keepthetoolandits handle dry, clean and free []
from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when
cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, or any strong solvents to clean your
tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of
control and deterioration of the enclosure plastic.
SERVICE
[] Tool service must be performed only by qualified
repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
When servicing a tool, use only identical replace-
merit parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance
section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or
failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a
risk of shock or injury.
[] DANGER! Keep hands away from cutting area and
blade. Keep your second hand on auxiliary handle
or motor housing. If both hands are holding the saw,
they cannot be cut by the blade.
[] Keep your body positioned to either side of the saw
blade, but not in line with the saw blade. KICKBACK
could cause the saw to jump backwards. (see KICK-
BACK)
[] Do not reach underneath the work. The guard can-
not protect you from the blade below the work.
[] 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, ifsaw is
accidentally dropped, lower guard may be bent. Raise
the lower guard with the retracting handle and make
sure it moves freely and does not touch the blade or
any other part, in all angles and depths of cut.
[] 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. Lower guard may operate sluggishly due to dam-
aged parts, gummy deposits, or a buildup of 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. For all other sawing, the
lower guard should operate automatically.
[] Always observe that the lower guard is covering the
blade before placing saw down on bench or floor.
An unprotected, coasting blade will cause the saw to
walk backwards, cutting whatever is in its path. Be
aware of the time ittakes for the blade to stop after
switch is released.
[] NEVER hold piece being cut in your hands or
across your leg. It is important to support the work
properly to minimize body exposure, blade binding, or
loss of control.
[] Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when
performing an operation where the cutting tool may
contact hidden wiring. Contact with a "live" wire will
also make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and
shock the operator.
[] When ripping always use a rip fence or straight
edge guide. This improves the accuracy of cut and
reduces the chance of blade binding.
[] Always use blades with correct size and shape
(diamond vs. round} arbor holes. Blades that do not
match the mounting hardware of the saw will run ec-
centrically, causing loss of control.
[] Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers
or bolts. The blade washers and bolt were specially
designed for your saw, for optimum performance and
safety of operation.
[] Causes and Operator Prevention of Kickback:
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound, or
misaligned saw blade, causing an uncontrolled saw to
lift up and out of the workpiece toward the operator.
When the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf
closing down, the blade stalls and the motor reaction
drives the unit rapidly back toward the operator.
If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut,
the teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig into the
top surface of the wood causing the blade to climb out
of the kerf and jump back toward the operator.
Kickback is a result of tool misuse and/or incorrect op-
erating procedures or conditions and can be avoided
by taking proper precautions as given below:
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[] Maintain a firm grip on the saw and position your
body and arm in a way that allows you to resist
KICKBACK forces. KICKBACK forces can be con-
trolled by the operator, if proper precautions are 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 KICKBACK may occur. Investi-
gate and take corrective actions to eliminate the cause
of blade binding.
[] When restarting a saw in the workpiece, center the
saw blade in the kerr and check that teeth are not
engaged into the material. If saw blade is binding, it
may walk up or KICKBACK from the workpiece as the
saw is restarted.
[] Support large panels to minimize the risk of blade
pinching and KICKBACK. Large panels tend to sag
under their own weight. Supports must be placed
under the panel on both sides, near the line of cut and
near the edge of the panel.
[] Do not use dull or damaged blade. Unsharpened or
improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing
excessive friction, blade binding, and KICKBACK.
[] Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers
must be tight and secure before making cut. If blade
adjustment shifts while cutting, it will cause binding
and KICKBACK.
[] Use extra caution when making a "Pocket Cut" into
existing wails or other blind areas. The protruding
blade may cut objects that can cause KICKBACK.
[] 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. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious injury.
[] Always wear safety glasses with side shields.
Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses.
They are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of eye injury.
[] 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 changing
accessories. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
[] Do not place battery tools or their batteries near
fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and
possibly injury.
[] Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do
not use a battery pack or charger that has been
dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged
battery is subject to explosion. Properly dispose of a
dropped or damaged battery immediately.
[] Batteries can explode in the presence of a source
of ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of
serious personal injury, never use any cordless product
in the presence of open flame. An exploded battery
can propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with
water immediately.
[] Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet loca-
tion. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock.
[] For best results, your battery tool should be
charged in a location where the temperature is
more than 50°F but less than 100°F. Do not store
outside or in vehicles.
[] Under extreme usage or temperature condi-
tions, 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. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
[] 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 instruc-
tions also to prevent misuse of the product and pos-
sible injury.
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Someofthefollowingsymbolsmaybeusedonthisproduct.Pleasestudythemandlearntheirmeaning.Proper
interpretationofthesesymbolswillallowyoutooperatetheproductbetterandsafer.
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
V
A
mz
W
min
n o
[]
.../min
Volts
Amperes
Hertz
Watt
Minutes
Alternating Current
Direct Current
No Load Speed
Class II Tool
Per Minute
Voltage
Current
Frequency (cycles per second)
Power
Time
Type of current
Type or a characteristic of current
Rotational speed, at no load
Double-insulated construction
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
@
@
O
A
@
Wet Conditions Alert
Read The Operator's Manual
Eye Protection
Safety Alert
No Hands Symbol
No Hands Symbol
No Hands Symbol
No Hands Symbol
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
operator's manual before using this product.
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
and, as necessary, a full face shield when operating this prod-
uct.
Precautions that involve your safety.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.
®
Hot Surface
To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with any
hot surface.
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Thefollowingsignalwordsandmeaningsareintendedtoexplainthelevelsofriskassociatedwiththisproduct.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
WARNING: result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION: (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in
property damage.
SERVICE
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge
and should be performed only by a qualified service
technician. For service we suggest you return the product
to your nearest SEARS PARTS AND REPAIR SERVICE
CENTER for repair. When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts.
,_, WARNING:
,_ WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, do
not attempt to use this product until you read
thoroughly and understand completely the operator's
manual. If you do not understand the warnings and
instructions in the operator's manual, do not use this
product. Call the Craftsman Consumer Helpline at
1-800-932-3188 for assistance.
The operation of any power tool can result inforeign 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, when needed, a full face shield. We recommend
Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields.
Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Motor ................................................................................................................................................................... 19.2 Volt DC
Blade diameter ........................................................................................................................................................... 5-1/2 in.
Blade Arbor .................................................................................................................................................................... 3/8 in.
Cutting Depth at 0°................................................................................................................................................... 1-9/16 in.
Cutting Depth at 45 °................................................................................................................................................... 1-1/8 in.
No Load Speed .......................................................................................................................................... 4500 r/rain. (RPM)
SPINDLELOCK LOCK-OFF
BUTTON BUTTON
BATTERY
PACK
RIP UPPER
GUIDESCREW BLADEGUARD
(WINGSCREW)
LOWER
BLADEGUARD
BEVELCUTADJUSTMENT
BLADE
(BEVELADJUSTMENTKNOB)
BASE
ASSEMBLY
BLADEWRENCH
STORAGEAREA
RIPGUIDE
LOWERBLADE
GUARDHANDLE
BLADEWRENCH
(5 mm HEXKEY)
DEPTH OF
CUT ADJUSTMENT
(DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB)
Fig. 1
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KNOWYOUR TRIM SAW
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator's manual
as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempt-
ing. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all
operating features and safety rules.
BEVEL CUT
Angles the trim saw to cut an angle from 0° to 45°.
BLADE WRENCH STORAGE
Convenient wrench storage for quick blade changes.
DEPTH CUT
Adjusts the depth of cut from 0 in. to 1-9/16 in.
LOCK=OFF BUTTON
Your saw is equipped with a lock-off button 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 lock resets each time the trigger is released.
NOTE: You can depress the lock-off button from either the
left or right side.
SPINDLE LOCK
Locks the saw blade to tighten or loosen the blade screw.
UNPACKING _1_
This product has been shipped completely assembled.
[] Carefully remove the tool and accessories from the
box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list
are included.
[] Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or ,_
damage occurred during shipping.
[] Do not discard the packing material until you have
carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.
[] If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-932-3188 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
Cordless Trim Saw
Blade
Rip Guide
Blade Wrench
Operator's Manual
WARNING: If any parts are damaged or missing
do not operate this tool until the parts are replaced.
Failure to heed this warning could result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING: 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
leading to possible serious personal injury.
WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that
could cause serious personal injury, always remove
the battery pack from the tool when assembling
parts.
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ATTACHINGTHE BLADE
See Figure 2.
_ WARNING: A 5-1/2 in. blade is the maximum blade
capacity of your saw. Never use a blade that is too
thick to allow outer blade washer to engage with the
flats on the spindle. Larger blades will come in con-
tact with the blade guard, while thicker blades will
prevent blade screw from securing blade on spindle.
Either of these situations could result in a serious ac-
cident.
[] Locate latches on side of battery pack and depress
to release battery pack from the saw.
[]
Remove blade wrench (5 mm hex key) from storage
area.
[]
Depress spindle lock button and remove blade screw
and outer blade washer.
NOTE: Turn blade screw clockwise to remove.
[] Wipe a drop of oil onto inner blade washer and outer
blade washer where they contact blade.
_Ib, WARNING: if inner blade washer has been re-
moved, replace it before placing blade on spindle.
Failure to do so could cause an accident since blade
will not tighten properly.
[] 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 2.
[] Replace outer blade washer.
[] 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.
NOTE: Never use a blade that is too thick to allow the
outer blade washer to engage with the flats on the spin-
dle.
SPINDLE
LOCKBUTTON
LOWERBLADE
GUARDHANDLE
BLADE
INNER
BLADEWASHER
OUTER
BLADEWASHER
BLADESCREW
Fig. 2
10
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REMOV(NGBLADE
See Figure 3.
[] Remove battery pack from saw.
[] Remove blade wrench from storage area.
[] Position saw as shown in figure 3, depress spindle lock
button, and remove blade screw.
NOTE: Turn blade screw clockwise to remove.
[] Remove outer blade washer.
NOTE: Blade can be removed at this point.
_ WARN(NG: Do not use any attachments or ac-
cessories not recommended by the manufacturer
of this tool. The use of attachments or accessories
not recommended can result in serious personal
injury.
DEPRESSSPINDLE
LOCKBUTTON
TO
LOOSEN
\
BLADE
SCREW
EDGE GU(DE
Use the edge guide provided with your saw when mak-
ing wide rip cuts. A five inch scale has been provided on
the edge guide. When using the width of cut scale on the
base in combination with the edge guide, cuts can be
made up to 6 in. to the left of the edge guide or 8-7/8 in.
to the right of the edge guide.
The edge guide helps prevent the blade from twisting in a
cut. The blade twisting in a cut can cause kickback.
(NSTALL(NG EDGE GUIDE
See Figure 4.
[] Remove battery pack from saw.
_, WARNING: Failure to remove battery pack from
saw could result in accidental starting causing
possible serious personal injury.
[] Place edge guide through holes in saw base.
[] Adjust edge guide to the width needed.
[] Tighten edge guide screw (wing screw) securely.
When using an edge guide, position the face of the edge
guide firmly against the edge of workpiece. This makes for
a true cut without pinching the blade. The guiding edge of
workpiece must be straight for your cut to be straight. Use
caution to prevent the blade from binding in the cut.
\
RIP
GUIDESCREW
(WING SCREW)
TO
TIGHTEN
BLADE
WRENCH
Fig. 3
RiP GUIDE
(EDGEGUIDE)
PLACERIP
GUIDETHRUROLES
11
Fig. 4
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A
WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with tools to
make you careless. Remember that a careless
fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious
injury.
A
WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when operating tools.
Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown
into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury.
LATCHES
APPLICATIONS
You may use this tool for the following purposes:
[] Cutting all types of wood products (lumber, plywood,
paneling).
This product will accept DieHardo 19.2 V lithium-ion bat-
tery packs and Craftsman 19.2 V nickel-cadmium battery
packs.
For complete charging instructions, refer to the Operator's
Manual for the battery packs and chargers listed in the
General Safety Rules.
BATTERY PROTECTION FEATURES
DieHardo 19.2 V lithium-ion battery packs are designed
with features that protect the lithium-ion cells and
maximize battery life.
If the tool stops during use, release the trigger to reset
and resume operation. Ifthe tool still does not work, the
battery needs to be recharged.
INSTALLING BATTERY PACK
See Figure 5.
NOTE: Battery pack is shipped in a low charge condition.
Therefore, it must be charged prior to use. Refer to
"CHARGING BATTERY PACK" for charging instructions.
[] Place battery pack in your saw. Align raised rib on
battery pack with groove inside saw, then slide battery
pack in saw as shown in figure 5.
[] Make sure the latches on each side of your battery
pack snap into place and battery pack is secured in
saw before beginning operation.
BATTERYPACK
,_, 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.
REMOVING BATTERY PACK
See Figure 6.
[] Locate latches on side of battery pack and depress to
release battery pack from your saw.
[] Remove battery pack from your saw.
DEPRESSLATCHESTO
BATTERYPACK-_
TO
REMOVE
IN_TOALL
Fig. 5
BATTERYPACK
!!
Fig. 6
12
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KICKBACK
See Figures 7- 10,
Kickback occurs when the blade stalls rapidly and the saw
is driven back toward you. Blade stalling is caused by any
action which pinches the blade in the wood.
_IL DANGER: Release switch immediately if blade
binds or saw stalls. Kickback could cause you to
lose control of the saw. Loss of control can lead to
serious injury.
To guard against kickback, avoid dangerous practices
such as the following:
[] Setting blade depth incorrectly.
[] Sawing into knots or nails in workpiece.
[] Twisting the blade while making a cut.
[] Making a cut with a dull, gummed up, or improperly set
blade.
[] Supporting the workpiece incorrectly.
[] Forcing a cut.
[] Cutting warped or wet lumber.
[] Operating the tool incorrectly or misusing the tool.
To lessen the chance of kickback, follow these safety
practices:
[] Keep blade at the correct depth setting. The depth setting
should not exceed 1/4 in. below the material being cut.
[] Inspect the workpiece for knots or nails before cutting.
Never saw into a knot or nail.
[] Make straight cuts. Always use a straight edge guide
when rip cutting. This helps prevent twisting the blade.
[] Use clean, sharp, and properly set blades. Never make
cuts with dull blades.
[] Support the workpiece properly before beginning a cut.
[] Use steady, even pressure when making a cut. Never
force a cut.
[] Do not cut warped or wet lumber.
[] Hold the saw firmly with both hands and keep your body
in a balanced position so as to resist the forces if kickback
should occur.
A
WARNING: When using the saw, always stay alert
and exercise control. Do not remove the saw from
the workpiece while the blade is moving.
CORRECTBLADEDEPTHSETTING=
BLADEEXPOSEDONEBLADETOOTH
BELOWTHEMATERIALTOBECUT
Fig. 8
Fig. 9
KICKBACK
BLADESETTOODEEP
Fig. 7
13
RIGHT
Fig. 10
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SAW BLADES
The best of saw blades will not cut efficiently if they are
not kept clean, sharp, and properly set. Using a dull blade
will place a heavy load on the saw and increase the dan-
ger of kickback. Keep extra blades on hand, so that sharp
blades are always available.
Gum and wood pitch hardened on blades will slow the
saw down. Remove saw blade from the saw and use gum
and pitch remover, hot water, or kerosene to remove these
accumulations. DO NOT USE GASOLINE.
BLADE GUARD SYSTEM
See Figure 11.
The lower blade guard attached to the trim saw is there for
your protection and safety. Do not alter it for any reason.
If it becomes damaged, do not operate the saw until you
have the guard repaired or replaced. Always leave guard
in operating position when using the saw.
_ DANGER: When sawing through work, lower
blade guard does not cover blade on the underside
of work. Since blade is exposed on underside of
work, keep hands and fingers away from cutting
area. Any part of your body coming in contact with
moving blade will result in serious injury.
STARTING/STOPPING THE SAW
See Figure 12.
To start the saw: Depress the switch trigger.
Always let the blade reach full speed, then guide the saw
into the workpiece.
_, WARNING: The blade coming in contact with the
workpiece before it reaches full speed could cause
the saw to "kickback" toward you resulting in seri-
ous injury.
To stop the saw: Release the switch trigger.
After you release the switch trigger, allow the blade to
come to a complete stop. Do not remove the saw from
the workpiece while the blade is moving.
SWITCH
TRIGGER
_1_ CAUTION: Never use saw when guard is not
operating correctly. Check the guard for correct
operation before each use. The guard is operating
correctly when it moves freely and readily returns to
the closed position. If you drop the saw, check the
lower blade guard and bumper for damage at all
depth settings before reuse.
LOWERBLADEGUARD
iS IN UPPOSiTiON
WHENMAKINGA CUT
BLADEEXPOSEDON
UNDERSIDEOFWORKPIECE
Fig. 12
Fig. 11
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WIDTHOFCUT SCALE
See Figure 13.
A width of cut scale has been provided on the base of
the 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 measure up to
one inch to the left side of the blade.
ADJUST(NG BLADE DEPTH
See Figure 14.
Always keep correct blade depth setting. The correct
blade depth setting for all cuts should not exceed 1/4 in.
below the material being cut. More blade depth will
increase the chance of kickback and cause the cut to be
rough. For more depth of cut accuracy, a scale is located
on the upper blade guard.
[] Remove battery pack from saw.
[] Loosen depth adjustment knob.
[] Determine the desired depth of cut.
[] Locate depth of cut scale on back of upper blade
guard.
[] Hold base flat against the workpiece and raise or lower
saw until the indicator mark on bracket aligns with
notch on blade guard.
[] Tighten depth adjustment knob securely.
BASE
ASSEMBLY
WIDTHOF
CUTSCALE
BLADE
Fig. 13
TORAISE
SAW
TO
LOWERSAW
TO
LOOSEN
DEPTH
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB
BASE
ASSEMBLY
TO
TIGHTEN
Fig. 14
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OPERATING THE SAW
See Figures 15- 17,
It is important to understand the correct method for oper-
ating the saw. Refer to the figures in this section to learn
the correct and incorrect ways for handling the saw.
,_ DANGER: When lifting the saw from the
workpiece, the blade is exposed on the underside
of the saw until the lower blade guard closes. Make
sure the lower blade guard is closed before setting
the saw down.
A
WARNING: To make sawing easier and safer,
always maintain proper control of the saw. Loss of
control could cause an accident resulting in pos-
sible serious injury.
To make the best possible cut, follow these helpful hints.
[] Hold the saw firmly with both hands.
[] Avoid placing your hand on the workpiece while mak-
ing a cut.
[] Support the workpiece so that the cut (kerf) is always
to your side.
[] Support the workpiece near the cut.
[] Clamp the workpiece securely so that the workpiece
will not move during the cut.
[] Always place the saw on the workpiece that is sup-
ported, not the "cut off" piece.
[] Place the workpiece with the "good" side down.
[] Draw a guideline along the desired line of cut before
beginning the cut.
RIGHT
Fig. 16
WRONG
Fig. 15
16
WRONG
Fig. 17
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CROSSCUTTING/RIPCUTTING
See Figure 18.
When making a cross cut or rip cut, align the line of cut
with the outer blade guide notch on the base as shown in
the figure.
Since blade thicknesses vary, always make a trial cut
in scrap material along a guideline to determine how
much, if any, you must offset the guideline to produce an
accurate cut.
NOTE: The distance from the line of cut to the guideline is
the amount you should offset the guide.
ALTERNATIVEMETHODFORRiP CUTTING
WORKPIECE
STRAIGHT
\ EDGE
TOPVIEW OFSAW
BLADE
GUIDE\NOTCH _,_,
ALIGN OUTERBLADEGUIDENOTCHONSAW BASEWITHLINE
OFCUTASSHOWNWHENMAKINGCROSSCUTSORRIP CUTS
TO RIP CUT WITHOUT EDGE GUIDE
See Figure 19.
Use a guide when making long or wide rip cuts with the
saw.
[] Secure the workpiece.
[] Clamp a straight edge to the workpiece using
C-clamps.
[] Saw along the straight edge to achieve a straight rip
cut.
NOTE: Do not bind the blade in the cut.
GUIDELINE
Fig. 18
NOTE:C-CLAMP
BOTHENDSOFSTRAIGHT
EDGEBEFOREMAKINGCUT
Fig. 19
TO RIP CUT WITH EDGE GUIDE
See Figure 20.
[] Secure the workpiece.
[] Position the face of the edge guide firmly against the
edge of workpiece.
[] Guide the saw along the edge to achieve a straight rip
cut.
NOTE: The guiding edge of the workpiece must be
straight for your cut to be straight. Use caution to
prevent the blade from binding in the cut.
WORKPIECE
GUIDELINE EDGE GUIDE Fig. 20
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BEVELCUTTING
See Figure 21.
To make the best possible cut, follow these helpful hints:
[] Align the line of cut with the inner blade guide notch on
the base when making 45° bevel cuts.
[] Make a trial cut in scrap material along a guideline to
determine how much you should offset the guideline
on the cutting material.
[] Adjust the angle of the cut to any desired setting be-
tween zero and 51.5°. Refer to "To Adjust Bevel
Setting" next.
TO ADJUST BEVEL SETTING
See Figure 22,
[] Remove battery pack from the trim saw.
[] Loosen bevel adjustment knob.
[] Raise motor housing end of saw until you reach de-
sired angle setting on bevel scale.
[] Tighten bevel adjustment knob securely.
_IL WARNING: Attempting a bevel cut without having
the bevel adjustment knob securely tightened can
result in serious injury.
TO BEVEL CUT
See Figure 23,
[] Hold the saw firmly with both hands as shown.
[] Rest the front edge of the base on the workpiece.
[] Start the saw and let the blade reach full speed.
[] Guide the saw into the workpiece and make the cut.
[] Release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a
complete stop.
[] Lift the saw from the workpiece.
BEVEL
ADJUSTMENTKNOB
BEVEL
SCALE/
BLADE
GUIDENOTCH
ALIGNiNNERBLADEGUIDENOTCHONSAWBASEWITH
LiNEOFCUTASSHOWNWHENMAKING45° BEVELCUTS
Fig. 21
LOWER
BLADEGUARD
Fig. 22
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POS(T(VE0° BEVELSTOP
See Figure 23.
The saw has a positive 0° bevel stop that has been factory
adjusted to assure 0° angle of the saw blade when making
90° cuts.
TO CHECK POSiTiVE 0° BEVEL STOP
[] Remove battery pack from the trim saw.
ADJUSTMENT
SCREW BEVEL
DJUSTiMiENT
KNOB
HEX NUT
POS(T(VEO°
BEVEL STOP
CARPENTER'S
SQUARE
BLADE
POCKET CUTTING
See Figure 24.
_ ARN(NG: Always adjust bevel setting to zero
before making a pocket cut. Attempting a pocket cut
at any other setting can result in loss of control of the
saw possibly causing serious injury.
[] Remove battery pack from saw.
[] Adjust the bevel setting to zero.
[] Set the blade to the correct blade depth setting.
[] Place battery pack in saw.
[] Swing the lower blade guard up using the lower blade
guard handle.
NOTE: Always raise the lower blade guard with the handle
to avoid serious injury.
[] Hold the lower blade guard by the handle.
[] Rest the front of the base flat against the workpiece
with the rear of the handle raised so the blade does not
touch the workpiece.
[] Start the saw and let the blade reach full speed.
LOWER BLADE
GUARD HANDLE
[] Place the saw in an upside down position on a work-
bench.
[] Check the squareness of the saw blade to the base of
the saw using a carpenter's square.
TO ADJUST POSITIVE 0° BEVEL STOP
Follow these directions to adjust the positive 0° bevel
stop:
[] Remove battery pack from the trim saw.
[] Loosen bevel adjustment knob.
[] Turn setscrew with hex key and adjust base until it is
square with the saw blade.
[] Tighten bevel adjustment knob securely.
_ WARN(NG: Attempting a bevel cut without having
the bevel adjustment knob securely tightened can
result in serious injury.
Fig. 23
POCKET CUT LOWER BLADE GUARD
Fig.24
[] Guide the saw into the workpiece and make the cut.
_, WARN(NG: Always cut in a forward direction
when pocket cutting. Cutting in the reverse
direction could cause the saw to climb up on the
workpiece and back toward you.
[] Release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a
complete stop.
[] Lift the saw from the workpiece.
[] Clear corners out with a hand saw or sabre saw.
_I_ WARN(NG: Never tie the lower blade guard in a
raised position. Leaving the blade exposed could
lead to serious injury.
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_hb WARNING:Whenservicing,useonlyidentical _1_
Craftsmanreplacementparts.Useofanyotherpart
maycreateahazardorcauseproductdamage.
A
WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when using compressed air
to clean tools. If the operation is dusty, also wear a
dust mask.
A
WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always
remove the battery pack from the tool when cleaning
or performing any maintenance.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient
amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under
normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further lubrication
is required.
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be
repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should
be replaced at a Sears Service Center.
WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids,
gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating
oils, etc. come in contact with plastic parts. Chemi-
cals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which
may result in serious personal injury.
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BATTERIES
This product will accept DieHardo 19.2 V lithium-ion bat-
tery packs and Craftsman 19.2 V nickel-cadmium battery
packs.
The batteries for this product have been designed
to provide maximum trouble-free life. However, like
all batteries, they will eventually wear out. Do not
disassemble battery pack and attempt to replace the
batteries. Handling of these batteries, especially when
wearing rings and jewelry, could result in a serious burn.
To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest the
following:
For lithium-ion batteries:
[] Remove the battery pack from the charger once it is
fully charged and ready for use.
For battery pack storage longer than 30 days:
[] Store the battery pack where the temperature is below
80°F and away from moisture.
[] Store battery packs in a 30%-50% charged condition.
[] Every six months of storage, charge the pack as
normal.
For nickel-cadmium batteries:
[] Remove the battery pack from the charger once it is
fully charged and ready for use.
For battery pack storage longer than 30 days:
[] Store the battery pack where the temperature is below
80°F.
[] Store battery packs in a "discharged" condition.
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION
FOR RECYCLING
To preserve natural resources, please
recycle or dispose of batteries
properly.
\ This product uses nickel-cadmium
and lithium-ion batteries. Local, state
or federal laws may prohibit disposal
of batteries in ordinary trash.
Consult your local waste authority
for information regarding available
recycling and/or disposal options.
WARNING: Upon removal, cover the battery
pack's terminals with heavy-duty adhesive tape.
Do not attempt to destroy or disassemble battery
pack or remove any of its components. Lithium-ion
and nickel-cadmium batteries must be recycled or
disposed of properly. Also, never touch both termi-
nals with metal objects and/or body parts as short
circuit may result. Keep away from children. Failure
to comply with these warnings could result in fire
and/or serious injury.
The following recommended accessories are currently available at Sears retail stores:
[] 5-1/2 in. Thin Kerf Blade
_ WARNING: Current attachments and accessories available for use with this tool are listed above. Do not use
any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this tool. The use of attachments or
accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.
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CRAFTSMAN 19.2 VOLT CORDLESS TRiM SAW- MODEL NUMBER 315.114261 ,_
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,- CRAFTSMAN 19.2 VOLT CORDLESS TRiM SAW- MODEL NUMBER 315.114261
The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your
CORDLESS TRiM SAW or when ordering repair parts.
SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS
PARTS LIST
KEY PART
NO. NUMBER
1 6614301
2 3025516
3 6797401
4 5224502
5 680001001
6 520177002
7 6614501
8 6802201
9 6621204
10 660142001
11 9427205
12 9429817
13 640556019
14 6620803
15 5217802
16 6619302
17 6867201
18 550994005
DESCRiPTiON QTY.
* Carriage Bolt (M6 x 100 mm) ....................... 1
Base Assembly ............................................ 1
Lock Nut (5 mm) .......................................... 1
Knob ............................................................ 2
Spring .......................................................... 1
Wing Screw ................................................. 1
* Screw (M6 x 16 mm Hex Hd,)...................... 1
* Hex Nut (M4) ................................................ 1
* Screw (M4 x 16 mm Pan Hd.)...................... 1
* Carriage Bolt (M6 x 12 mm) ......................... 1
Logo Label ................................................... 1
Warning Label .............................................. 1
Upper Blade Guard ...................................... 1
Upper Blade Guard Screw .......................... 4
Bumper ........................................................ 1
Bumper Screw ............................................. 1
Torsion Spring .............................................. !
Lower Blade Guard ...................................... 1
KEY PART
NO. NUMBER
19 6807001
20 6850303
21 6620104
22 6112004
23 ***
24 6112101
25 6614401
26 670957001
27 6800201
28 5228001
29 680027001
30 940057082
31 940304166
32 900681004
983000915
DESCRiPTiON QTY.
Ball Bearing (NTN #6000ZZ) ........................ 1
Bearing Retainer .......................................... 1
Bearing Retainer Screw'. .............................. 4
Inner Blade Washer ..................................... 1
Saw Blade ................................................... 1
Outer Blade Washer .................................... 1
Blade Screw ................................................ 1
Edge Guide ................................................. 1
Hex Key (5 mm) ........................................... 1
Washer ......................................................... 2
Washer ......................................................... 1
Data Label ................................................... 1
Logo Label ................................................... 1
Bag - Not Shown
(when included in 11599 combo) ................ 1
Operator's Manual (960953042)
* Standard Hardware item - May Be Purchased Locally
** Can Be Purchased at most Sears Stores/Sears.Com/Parts and Service
*** Complete Assortment Available At Your Nearest Sears RetaimStore
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