Craftsman 315.171071, 315.171081 Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual
Variable Speed / 1 Inch Stroke
Double Insulated
ELECTRONIC RECIPROCATING SAW
Model Nos.
315.171071
315.171081
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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., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman
972000-636
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• Safety
• Features
• Adjustments
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
TABLE OF CONTENTS
■ Table Of Contents .......................................................................................................................................... 2
■ Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................... 2
■ Introduction..................................................................................................................................................... 2
■ Rules For Safe Operation ........................................................................................................................... 3-5
■ Product Specifications.................................................................................................................................... 6
■ Unpacking....................................................................................................................................................... 6
■ Accessories .................................................................................................................................................... 6
■ Features ...................................................................................................................................................... 7-8
■ Adjustments............................................................................................................................................... 9-10
■ Operation................................................................................................................................................. 10-11
■ Maintenance................................................................................................................................................. 12
■ Exploded View and Repair Parts List........................................................................................................... 13
■ Parts Ordering / Service............................................................................................................................... 14
W ARRANTY
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ELECTRONIC RECIPROCATING SAW
If this CRAFTSMANElectronic Reciprocating Saw fails to give complete satisfaction within one year from the
date of purchase, RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE IN THE UNITED STATES, and Sears will
repair it, free of charge.
If this CRAFTSMANElectronic Reciprocating 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. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
INTRODUCTION
Your reciprocating saw has many features for making
cutting operations more pleasant and enjoyable.
Safety, performance and dependability have been
given top priority in the design of this saw making it
easy to maintain and operate.
CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire
owner's manual before using your new
reciprocating saw. Pay close attention to the
Rules For Safe Operation, Warnings and
Cautions. If you use your reciprocating saw
properly and only for what it is intended, you will
enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
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
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:
Indicates warning or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
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 instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
DOUBLE INSULATION
Double insulation is a concept in safety, in electric
power tools which eliminates the need for the usual
three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal
parts are isolated from internal metal motor
components with protecting insulation. Double
insulated tools do not need to be grounded.
WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this
tool until you have read thoroughly and
understand completely all instructions, safety
rules, etc. contained in this manual. Failure
to comply can result in accidents involving
fire, electric shock, or serious personal
injury. Save owner's manual and review
frequently for continuing safe operation, and
instructing others who may use this tool.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
■ KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read owner's
manual carefully. Learn its applications and
limitations as well as the specific potential
hazards related to this tool.
■ GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by
preventing body contact with grounded surfaces.
For example; pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.
■ KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working
order.
■ KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas
and benches invite accidents.
IMPORTANT
Servicing of a tool with double insulation requires
extreme care and knowledge of the system and
should be performed only by a qualified service
technician. For service we suggest you return the tool
to your nearest Sears Store for repair. Always use
original factory replacement parts when servicing.
■ AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't
use power tools in damp or wet locations or
expose to rain. Keep work area well lit.
■ KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All
visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a
safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors
contact tool or extension cord.
■ STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools
should be stored in a dry and high or locked-up
place – out of the reach of children.
■ DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
■ USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or
attachment to do the job of a heavy duty tool.
Don't use tool for purpose not intended – for
example – A circular saw should never be used
for cutting tree limbs or logs.
■ WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry that can get caught in tool's
moving parts and cause personal injury. Rubber
gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair and keep it from
being drawn into nearby air vents.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
■ ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday
eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses;
they are not safety glasses.
■ PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust
mask if the cutting operation is dusty.
■ PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing
protection during extended periods of operation.
■ DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord
or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep
cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
■ SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold
work. It's safer than using your hand and it frees
both hands to operate tool.
■ DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Do not use on a ladder or
unstable support.
■ MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools
sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
■ DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before
servicing, or when changing attachments,
blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be
disconnected from power supply.
■ REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that
keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from
tool before turning it on.
■ AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Don't carry
plugged-in tool with finger on switch. Be sure
switch is off when plugging in.
■ KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA.
Keep hands away from blades. Do not reach
underneath work while blade is cutting. Do not
attempt to remove cut material while blade is
cutting.
■ NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO-
SPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could
ignite fumes.
■ INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY and if
damaged, have repaired by authorized service
facility. Stay constantly aware of cord location
and keep it well away from the blade.
■ INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODI-
CALLY and replace if damaged.
■ KEEP HANDLES 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.
■ STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and
use common sense. Do not operate tool when
you are tired. Do not rush.
■ CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use
of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it
will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless
indicated elsewhere in this instruction manual.
■ MAKE SURE YOUR EXTENSION CORD IS IN
GOOD CONDITION. When using an extension
cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry
the current your product will draw. An undersized
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in
loss of power and overheating. A wire gage size
(A.W.G.) of at least 14 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.
■ OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When
tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords
suitable for use outdoors. Outdoor approved
cords are marked with the suffix W-A, for example - SJTW-A or SJOW-A.
■ KEEP BLADES CLEAN AND SHARP. Sharp
blades minimize stalling and kickback.
■ DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT
TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches
replaced by an authorized service center.
■ CUTTING INTO ELECTRICAL WIRING IN
WALLS CAN CAUSE BLADE, BLADE CLAMP,
AND SAW BAR ASSEMBLY TO BECOME
ELECTRICALLY LIVE. Do not touch metal parts
when cutting into a wall; grasp only the insulated
handle(s) provided on the tool. Make sure hidden
electrical wiring, water pipes, and mechanical
hazards are not in the blade path when cutting
into a wall.
■ INSPECT FOR and remove all nails from lumber
before cutting.
■ NEVER touch the blade or other moving parts
during use.
■ NEVER lay a tool down before its moving parts
have come to a complete stop.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
■ DO NOT operate this tool while under the
influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.
■ POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, this tool has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in
a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still
does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug
in any way.
■ WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL
CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS.
■ 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.
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 chemicallytreated 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.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!! Your
safety is involved.
WARNING:
The operation of any reciprocating saw 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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