Craftsman 315171081 Owner’s Manual

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Variable Speed/1 Inch Stroke

Double Insulated

ELECTRONIC RECIPROCATING SAW

Model Nos.

315.171071

315.171081

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• Safety

,_ CAUTION: Read and

follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructionsbefore first use of this product,

Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188 • Parts List Sears Roebuck and Co,, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA

Visit the Craftsman web page: www,sears.com/craftsman

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• Features

• Adjustments

• Operation

• Maintenance

• 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

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ELECTRONIC RECIPROCATING SAW If this CRRFTSHRN Electronic 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 rRRFT$14RN Electronic 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 dghts, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck end Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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.

_k 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.

Thepurposeofsafetysymbolsistoattract 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 ALERTSYMBOL: Indicateswamingorca_on. May be usedin conjunction wlth_hersymbolsorpictogrephs.

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 intemal 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

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 dsk of fire, electric shock

and personal injury.

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 sewica we suggest you retum the tool to your nearest Sears Store for repair. Always use odginal factory replacement parts when servicing.

AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Donl

use power tools indamp or wet locations or

expose to rein. 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 looked-up

place - outof the reach of children.

KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read owner's • manual carefully. Leam 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, refrigera-

tor enclosures.

• KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working

order.

• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which itwas 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 sew 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

oovedng to contain long hair and keep it from being drawn into nearby air vents.

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.

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 willcause 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 ex-

ample - SJTW-A or SJOW-A.

KEEP BLADES CLEAN AND SHARP. Sharp

blades minimize stalling and kickback.

KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM ClJTrlNG 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 itwell 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 irdended

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 propedy repaired or re-

placed by an authodzed service center unless

indicated elsewhere inthis instruction manual.

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

intoa wall.

INSPECT FOR and remove all nails from lumber

before cutting.

NEVER touch the blade or other moving parts dudng use.

NEVER lay a tool down before its moving pads have come to a complete stop.

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.

_1_ Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!! Your

safety is involved.

_IL 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.

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