Craftsman 315172310 Owner’s Manual
Owner's Manual
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SABRE SAW
Variable Speed
Double Insulated
Model No.
315.172310
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future reference
,_ 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
972000-479
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• Safety
• Features
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
• Table Of Contents .......................................................................................................................................... 2
• General Safety Rules .................................................................................................................................. 2-3
• Specific Safety Rules/Symbols ...................................................................................................................... 4
• Features ....................... _.............................................................................................................................. 5-6
• Assembly ........................................................................................................................................................ 7
• Operation ................................................................................................................................................... 7-12
• Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................. 13
• Accessories .................................................................................................................................................. 14
• Exploded View And Repair Parts List ..................................................................................................... 16-17
• Parts Ordering / Service ............................................................................................................................... 18
WARNING: Read and understand all instructions.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric _ock, fire, and/or serious personal
injury.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
Work Area
Keep your work area clean and well lit. Clut-
tered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, 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. Distractionscan
cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
• Double insulated tools are equipped with 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 a
polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any
way. Double insulation [] eliminates the need for
the three-wire grounded power cord and grounded
power supply system.
• Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces,
such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigera-
tors. There isan increased risk of electric shock if
your body is grounded.
• Don't expose power tools to rain or wet condi-
tions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to
carry the tools or pull the plug from an outlet.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or
moving parts. Replace damaged cords immedi-
ately. Damaged cords increase the riskof electric
shock.
When operating a power tool outside, use an
outdoor extension cord marked "W-A" or "W."
These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce
the risk of electric shock.
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 influ-
ence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A mo-
ment of in'attention 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,
clothing, 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 off
before plugging in. Carrying tools with your
finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have
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
enables better control ofthe tool in unexpected
situations.
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protec-
tion. Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat,
or hearing protection must be used for appropriate
conditions.
Tool Use and Care
• Use clamps or another practical way to secure
and support the workpiece to a stable plat-
form. Holding the work by hand or against your
body is unstable and may lead to loss of controF.
• Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your
application. 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. Any tool that cannot be controlled withthe
switch is dangerous and must be repaired. Service
• Disconnect the plug from the power source •
before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing the tool. Such preven-
tive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
tool accidentally. •
• Store idle tools out of the reach of children and
other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in
the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain tools with care, Keep cutting tools
sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are
easier to control.
Check for mlsalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, and any other condi-
tion 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. Accesso-
ries that may be suitable for one tool may become
hazardous when used on another tool.
Tool service must be performed only by quali-
fied repair personnel. Service or maintenance
performed by unqualified personnel could result in
a risk of injury.
When servicing a tool, use only identical
replacement pads. Follow instructions in the
Maintenance section of this manual. Use of
unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance
Instructions may create a risk of electric shock or
injury.
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Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may
contact hidden wiring or its cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of 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. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
• Always wear safety glasses. Everyday eye-
glasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they
are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
• Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if
the operation is dusty. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
• Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal
injury.
• Inspect tool cords periodically and, if dam-
aged, have repaired at your nearest Factory
Service Center or other Authorized Service
Organization. Constantly stay aware of cord
location. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock or fire.
• 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 in-
tended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, break-
age of parts, mounting, and any other condi-
tions that may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
• 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. 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 undersized cord will
cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating.
• Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber
before cutting. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of serious personal injury.
• Drugs, alcohol, medication. Do not operate
tool while under the influence of drugs, alco-
hol, or any medication. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious
personal injury.
• Save these instructions. Refer to them fre-
quently and use them to instruct others who
may use this tool. If you loan someone this
tool, loan them these instructions also.
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_, WARNING: Some dust created by power
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities containschemicals known
to cause cancer, birth defects orother reproduc-
tive harm. Some examples ofthese chemicals
are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and
other masonry products, and
electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
• Don't abuse cord. Never carry the tool by the
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treated lumber.
cord or yank it to disconnect it from the
receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil, and
sharp edges. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of electric shock or fire.
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.
SYMBOLS
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
min Minutes Time
Alternating Current Type or a characteristic of current
no No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
] _,, Construction tools
.../rain Revolutions or Reciprocation Per Minute Revolutions, strokes,
A)
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.
B)
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.
Class II Construction Designates Double Insulated
surface speed, orbits etc. per minute
Safety Alert Symbol Indicates danger, warning or caution.
DEFINITIONS
It means attention!!! Your safety is
involved.
c)
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.
D)
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of
the equipment.
KNOW YOUR SAW
See Figure 1
Before attempting to use your saw, familiarize yourself
with all operating features and safety requirements.
Your 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 saw. Pay
close attention to the Rules For Safe Operation,
Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your saw
properly and onty for what it is intended, you will
enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
VACUUM ATTACHMENT
A vacuum attachment is packed with your saw. This
attachment isconvenient when operating your saw for
an extended periO_l of time.
CHIP SHIELD
See Figure 1.
A clear plastic chip shield has been provided on the
front of your saw for protection against flying dust and
chips. It is designed to fit the front opening of your
saw. For your protection, do not use saw without
chip shield properly in place.
APPLICATIONS
(Use only for the purposes listed below)
• Cutting wood surfaces.
• Cutting thin sheet metal.
• Cutting plastics and laminates.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Your saw has a precision-built electric motor. It should
be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60
Hz, AC only (normal household current). Do not
operate this tool on direct current (DC). A substantial
voltage drop will cause a loss of power and
overheating. If your tool does not operate when
plugged into an outlet, double-check the power supply.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Length of Stroke ................................................ 5/8 in.
Strokes per Minute .................................. 0-3000 SPM
Rating ......................................... 120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC
Input ........................................................ 3.5 Amperes
Switch .................................................. Variable Speed
Net Weight .......................................................... 4 Ibs.
_, WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with tools to
make you careless. Remember that a careless
fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe
injury.
LOCK-ON
BuTroN
CHIPSHIELD
SAWBLADE
OPENING
FORVACUUM
ATrACHMENT
BASE
_Tr VACUUM
BLADESTORAGE
AREA
ACHMENT
Fig. 1
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