Craftsman 315.212220 User Manual

Owner's Manual

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

972000-712

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• Safety

• Features

•Adjustments

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents............................................................................................................................................2

Warranty and Introduction...............................................................................................................................2

Rules For Safe Operation............................................................................................................................3-6

Glossary and Product Specifications..............................................................................................................6

Unpacking, Accessory List, Loose Parts List, and Tools Needed

Labels..............................................................................................................................................................9

Features...................................................................................................................................................10-12

Adjustments..............................................................................................................................................13-19

Operation................................................................................................................................................. 20-26

Maintenance............................................................................................................................................27-28

Accessories.............................................................................................................................................28-31

Exploded Views and Repair Parts Lists...................................................................................................32-37

Parts Ordering / Service................................................................................................................................38

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WARRANTY

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY

If this product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase.

Sears will repair it free of charge.
Contact a Sears Service Center for repair.

If this product is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies only for 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 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.

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.

CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire

owner's manual before using your new saw. Pay
close attention to the Rules For Safe Operation,
and all Safety Alert Symbols including Danger,
Warning and Caution. If you use your saw
properly and only for what it is intended, you will
enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

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

A

A
A
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NOTE:

MEANING

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.

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.

IMPORTANT

Servicing requires extreme care and knowiedge of the
system and should be performed only by a qualified

service technician. For service we suggest you return
the tooi to your nearest Sears store for repair. Always
use original factory replacement parts when servicing.

WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this tool

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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 the owner's

manual carefully. Learn the saw's 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 good working

order.

■ REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Get in the habit of checking to see

that hex keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool before turning on saw.

KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered

work areas and work benches invite accidents.

DO NOT leave tools or pieces of wood on the

saw while it is in operation.

DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRON
MENTS. Do not use power tools near gasoline or

other flammable liquids, in damp or wet loca
tions, or expose them to rain. Keep the 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 while operating.

MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF with

padlocks and master switches, or by removing

starter keys.

DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job

better and safer at the rate for which it was

designed.

USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force the tool or

attachment to do a job it was not designed for.

Don't use it for a purpose not intended.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. 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
ieast 14 is recommended for an extension cord
25 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the
heavier the cord.

INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODI
CALLY and replace if damaged.

DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing,

gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other

jewelry. They can get caught and draw you into

moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonslip foot

wear are recommended when working outdoors.
Also wear protective hair covering to contain long

hair.

ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH
SIDE SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only

impact-resistant ienses; 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.

SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold

work when practical. It's safer than using your

hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.

DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and

balance at all times.

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools

sharp and clean for better and safer perfor
mance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.

DISCONNECT ALL TOOLS. When not in use,

before servicing, or when changing attachments,
blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be
disconnected.

AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure

switch is off when plugging in.

USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The

use of improper accessories may cause risk of
injury.

NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could

occur if the tool is tipped or if the blade is unin
tentionally contacted.

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 must be properly repaired or replaced

by a qualified service technician at a Sears store
to avoid risk of personal injury.

NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAT
TENDED. TURN THE POWER OFF. Do not

ieave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

FIRMLY CLAMP OR BOLT your miter saw to a

workbench or table at approximately hip height.

USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Do not use

blades with incorrect size holes. Never use blade
washers or blade bolts that are defective or

incorrect. The maximum blade capacity of your
saw is 12 in.

KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP AND WITH
SUFFICIENT SET. Sharp blades minimize

stalling and kickback.

DO NOT REMOVE THE SAW'S BLADE
GUARDS. Never operate the saw with any guard

or cover removed. Make sure all guards are
operating properly before each use.

KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA.

Keep hands away from blades. Do not reach

underneath work or around or under the blade
while blade is rotating. Do not attempt to remove
cut material when blade is moving.

WARNING: Blade coasts after turn off.

DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to

disconnect it from receptacle. Keep cord from

heat, oil, and sharp edges.

INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY and if

damaged, have repaired by a qualified service
technician at a Sears store. Stay constantly
aware of cord location and keep it well away
from the rotating blade.

USE OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS. When

tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords
with approved ground connection that are

intended for use outdoors and so marked.

DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT
TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches

replaced by a qualified service technician at a
Sears store.

KEEP TOOL 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 solvents to
clean tool.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

ALWAYS SUPPORT LONG WORKPIECES to

minimize risk of blade pinching and kickback.
Saw may slip, walk, or slide while cutting long or
heavy boards.

BEFORE MAKING A CUT, BE SURE ALL
ADJUSTMENTS ARE SECURE.

GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK. Kickback occurs

when the blade stalls rapidly and workpiece is

driven back towards the operator. It can pull your
hand into the blade resulting in serious personal
injury. Stay out of blade path and turn switch off
immediately if blade binds or stalls.

AVOID CUTTING NAILS. Inspect for and

remove all nails from lumber before cutting.

ALWAYS USE A CLAMP to secure the work

piece when possible.

NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving parts

during use.

NEVER START A TOOL WHEN THE BLADE IS
IN CONTACT WITH WORKPIECE. Allow motor

to come up to full speed before starting cut.

MAKE SURE THE MITER TABLE AND SAW
ARM (BEVEL FUNCTION) ARE LOCKED IN
POSITION BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SAW.

Lock the miter table by securely tightening the
miter lock handle. Lock the saw arm (bevel

function) by securely tightening the bevel lock

knob.

NEVER USE A LENGTH STOP ON THE FREE
SCRAP END OF A CLAMPED WORKPIECE.
NEVER hold onto or bind the free scrap end of

the workpiece in any operation. If a work clamp
and length stop are used together, they must
both be installed on the same side of the saw
table to prevent the saw from catching the loose
end and kicking up.

NEVER cut more than one piece at a time. DO
NOT STACK more than one workpiece on the

saw table at a time.

NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION "FREE
HAND". Always place the workpiece to be cut on

the miter table and position it firmly against the

fence as a backstop. Always use the fence.

NEVER hand hold a workpiece that is too small

to be clamped. Keep hands clear of the no hands
zone.

NEVER reach behind, under, or within three

inches of the blade and its cutting path with your
hands and fingers for any reason.

NEVER reach to pick up a workpiece, a piece of

scrap, or anything else that is in or near the
cutting path of the blade.

AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND

POSITIONS where a sudden slip could cause

your hand to move into the blade. ALWAYS

make sure you have good balance. NEVER
operate your miter saw on the floor or in a
crouched position.

NEVER stand or have any part of your body in

line with the path of the saw blade.

ALWAYS release the power switch and allow the

saw blade to stop rotating before raising it out of
the workpiece.

DO NOT TURN THE MOTOR SWITCH ON AND
OFF RAPIDLY. This could cause the saw blade

to loosen and could create a hazard. Should this
ever occur, stand clear and allow the saw blade
to come to a complete stop. Disconnect your saw
from the power supply and securely retighten the

blade bolt.

REPLACEMENT PARTS. All repairs, whether

electrical or mechanical, should be made by
qualified service technician at a Sears store.

WARNING: When servicing use only identical

Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other

parts may create a hazard or cause product
damage.

NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO
SPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could

ignite fumes.

NEVER ieave the miter saw unattended while

connected to a power source.

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 outiet only one way. If the plug does

not fit fully in the outiet, 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.

IF ANY PART OF THIS MITER SAW IS MISS

ING or should break, bend, or fail in any way, or

should any electrical component fail to perform

properly, shut off the power switch, remove the

miter saw plug from the power source and have
damaged, missing, or failed parts replaced

before resuming operation.

DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL WHILE UN

DER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL,
OR ANY MEDICATION.

ALWAYS STAY ALERT! Do not allow familiarity

(gained from frequent use of your saw) to cause
a careless mistake. ALWAYS REMEMBER that
a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to

inflict severe injury.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

■ STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL.

Watch what you are doing and use common
sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired.

Do not rush.

■ MAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE

LIGHTING to see the work and that no obstruc

tions will interfere with safe operation BEFORE
performing any work using your saw.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

GLOSSARY OF TERMS FOR WOODWORKING

Arbor

The shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted.

Bevel Cut

A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle
other than 90° to the miter table.

Crosscut

A cutting or shaping operation made across the grain
of the workpiece.

Compound Miter Cut

A compound miter cut is a cut made using a miter
angle and a bevel angle at the same time.

Freehand

Performing a cut without using a fence, miter gage,
fixture, work clamp, or other proper device to keep the
workpiece from twisting or moving during the cut.

Gum

A sticky, sap based residue from wood products.

Miter Cut

A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle
other than 90° to the fence.

Resin

A sticky, sap base substance that has hardened.

Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)

The number of turns completed by a spinning object
in one minute.

Saw Blade Path

The area over, under, behind, or in front of the blade.
As it applies to the workpiece, that area which will be,
or has been, cut by the blade.

ALWAYS TURN OFF SAW before disconnecting

it, to avoid accidental starting when reconnecting
to power supply.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them

frequently and use to instruct other users. If you

loan someone this tool, loan them these instruc
tions also.

Set

The distance that the tip of the sawblade tooth is bent
(or set) outward from the face of the blade.

Throw-Back

Throwing of a workpiece in a manner similar to a
kickback. Usually associated with a cause other than
the kerf closing, such as a workpiece not being
against the fence, being dropped into the blade, or
being placed inadvertently in contact with the blade.

Through Sawing

Any cutting operation where the blade extends
completely through the thickness of the workpiece.

Workpiece

The item on which the cutting operation is being done.
The surfaces of a workpiece are commonly referred to
as faces, ends, and edges.

Zero Clearance Throat Plate

A plastic throat plate inserted in the miter table that
allows for blade clearance. When you make your first
cut with your compound miter saw, the saw blade cuts
a slot through the throat plate the exact width of the
blade. This provides for a zero clearance kerf that
minimizes workpiece tear-out.

No Hands Zone

The area between the marked lines on the left and
right side of the miter table base. This zone is
identified by no hands zone iabels placed inside the
marked lines on the miter table base.

Blade Diameter
Blade Arbor
No Load Speed
Rating

Input

Net Weight

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

12 in.

1 in.

4000 RPM

120 Volts, 60 Hz-AC Only

15 Amperes

41 lbs.

Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0°/Bevel 0°:

width X height 7-7/8 in. x 2-1/2 in.

Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45°/Bevel 0°:

width X height 5-1/2 in. x 2-1/2 in.

Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0°/Bevel 45°:

width X height 7-7/8 in. x 1-3/4 in.

UNPACKING

Your Compound Miter Saw has been shipped
completely assembled except for the accessories,
blade, miter lock handle, and dust guide or dust bag.

A. WARNING: If any parts are missing, do not

operate this tool until the missing parts are
replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible
serious personal injury.

■ Remove all loose parts from the carton. Separate
and check with the list of loose parts. See Figure 2.

■ Remove the packing materials from around your
saw.

■ Carefully lift saw from the carton and place it on a
level work surface. This saw is heavy. To avoid
back injury, get help when needed.

■ Do not discard the packing materials until you have
carefully inspected the saw, identified all loose

parts, and satisfactorily operated your new saw.

■ Your saw has been shipped with the saw arm

locked in the down position. To release saw arm,
push down on top of saw arm and pull out the lock
pin. See Figure 4.

■ Hand pressure should remain on the saw arm to

prevent sudden rise upon release of the lock pin.

■ Examine all parts to make sure no breakage or
damage has occurred during shipping.

If any parts are damaged or missing, do not attempt to
plug in the power cord and turn the switch on until the
damaged or missing parts are obtained and are
installed correctly.

ACCESSORY LIST

The following accessories are included with your Compound Miter Saw:

Dust Bag
Table Extensions (2)
Stop Block
Small Wing Screw
Work Clamp Assembly

Clamp Extension Rod
Clamp Support
Clamp Bracket (2)
Clamp Bracket Screw (2)
Small Screw (4)

CLAMP SUPPORT

DUST BAG

SMALL

WING SCREW

TABLE

EXTENSION

SCREWS

WORK CLAMP

ASSEMBLY

TABLE

EXTENSION

CLAMP

BRACKET SCREW

LOOSE PARTS LIST

The following items are included with your Compound Miter Saw:

Saw Blade -12 in.
Miter Lock Handle
Dust Guide
Blade Wrench

5 mm HEX KEY

10 mm HEX KEY

6 mm HEX KEY

5 mm Hex Key Wrench
6 mm Hex Key Wrench

10 mm Hex Key Wrench

Owner's Manual

BLADE WRENCH

MITER LOCK HANDLE

A WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous and could

cause serious personal injury.

TOOLS NEEDED

The following tools (not included) are needed for
checking adjustments of your saw or for
installing the blade:

Fig. 1

The following labels are on the miter saw with
locations indicated.

Restore lower blade guard
and securely tighten screw

before use

DANGER: DO NOT REMOVE

ANY GUARD. USE OF SAW

WITHOUT THIS GUARD WILL

RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

AWARNING / ADVERTENCIA

For your safety, read owners manual before operating miter saw.
Wear eye protection.
Keep hands out of path of saw blade.
Do not operate saw without guards in place.
Do not perform any operation freehand.
Never reach around the saw blade.
Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop before moving

workpiece or changing settings.

Disconnect the saw from the power source before changing

blade or servicing.

Do not expose to rain or use in damp places.
Para su propia seguridad, lea el manual del usuario antes de

usar la sierra ingletadora.

12 inch Compound IVliter Saw

15 A

WARNING : WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY IDENTICAL CRAFTSMAN

REPLACEMENT PARTS.

MODEL 315.212220

MADE IN TAIWAN
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.

Customer Help Line 1-800-932-3188

STATIONARY TOOL

Fig. 2

FEATURES

KNOW YOUR COMPOUND MITER

SAW

See Figure 3.

Before attempting to use your saw, familiarize yourself
with all operating features and safety requirements.

A WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with your

saw to make you careless. Remember that a
careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict
severe injury.

15 AMP MOTOR

Your saw has a powerful 15 amp motor with sufficient
power to handle tough cutting jobs. It is made with all
ball bearings, and has externally accessible brushes
for ease of servicing.

12 in. BLADE

A 12 in. saw blade is included with your compound
miter saw. It will cut materials up to 7-7/8 in. wide,
depending upon the thickness of the material and the
setting at which the cut is being made.

CUTTING CAPACITIES

When the miter angle (miter table) is set at 0° and
the bevel angle is set at 0°:

Your saw will cut materials up to:

width X height 7-7/8 in. x 2-1/2 in.

When the miter angle (miter table) is set at 45° and
the bevel angle is set at 0°:

Your saw will cut materials up to:

width X height 5-1/2 in. x 2-1/2 in.

When the miter angle (miter table) is set at 0° and
the bevel angle is set at 45°:

Your saw will cut materials up to:

width X height 7-7/8 in. x 1-3/4 in.

FEATURES

CARRYING HANDLE

See Figure 4.

For convenience when carrying or transporting your
miter saw from one place to another, a carrying
handle has been provided on top of the saw arm as
shown in figure 4. To transport, turn off and unplug
your saw, then lower the saw arm and lock it in the
down position. Lock saw arm by depressing the lock
pin.

CARRYING

HANDLE

SAW
ARM

LOCK PIN

SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON

See Figure 5.

A spindle lock button has been provided for locking
the spindle which keeps the blade in your saw from
rotating. Depress and hold the lock button while
installing, changing, or removing blade only.

PALM PAD (LOCK-OFF)

MITER LOCK

HANDLE

LOCKED IN DOWN POSITION

SAW ARM

Fig. 4

MITER LOCK HANDLE

See Figure 4.

The miter lock handle securely locks your saw at
desired miter angles.

PALM PAD (Lock-Off)

See Figure 5.

The switch trigger is equipped with a lock-off feature
to reduce the possibility of accidental starting. The
palm pad must be depressed with the palm of your
hand to release the lock-off and allow switch trigger to
turn saw on. The spring loaded palm pad will spring
back into the lock-off position when the switch trigger
is released and you remove your hand from the palm
pad.

TRIGGER LOCK

See Figure 6.

To prevent unauthorized use of your compound miter
saw, we suggest that you disconnect it from the power
supply and lock the switch in the off position. To lock
the switch, install a padlock through the hole in the
switch trigger. A lock with a long shackle up to 13/64
in. diameter may be used. When the lock is installed
and locked, the switch is inoperable. Store the pad
lock key in another location.

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FEATURES

POSITIVE STOPS ON MITER TABLE

Positive stops have been provided at 0°, 15°, 22-1/2°,

31.62°, and 45° on both the ieft and right side of the
miter table.

BEVEL LOCK KNOB

The bevel lock knob securely locks your compound
miter saw at desired bevel angles. Positive stop
adjustment screws have been provided on each side
of the saw arm. These adjustment screws are for
making fine adjustments at 0° and 45°. See pages 18
and 19.

ELECTRIC BRAKE

An electric brake has been provided to quickly stop
blade rotation after the switch is released.

FENCE

The fence on your compound miter saw has been
provided to hold your workpiece securely against
when making all cuts.

SELF-RETRACTING LOWER BLADE GUARD

The lower blade guard is made of shock-resistant,
see-through plastic that provides protection from each
side of the blade. It retracts over the upper blade
guard as the saw is lowered into the workpiece.

MOUNTING HOLES

See Figure 7.

Your compound miter saw should be permanently
mounted to a firm supporting surface such as work
bench. Four 1/2 in. bolt holes have been provided in
the saw base for this purpose. Each of the four
mounting holes should be bolted securely using 7/16
in. machine bolts, lock washers, and hex nuts (not
included). Bolts should be of sufficient length to
accommodate the saw base, lock washers, hex nuts,
and the thickness of the workbench.

Tighten all four bolts securely.
The hole pattern for an 20 in. x 30 in. workbench is

shown in Figure 7. Carefully check the workbench
after mounting to make sure that no movement can
occur during use. If any tipping, sliding, or walking is
noted, secure the workbench to the floor before
operating.

jA WARNING: Always make sure your compound

miter saw is securely mounted to a workbench or
an approved work stand. Failure to do so could
result in an accident resulting in possible serious
personal injury.

Next to the bolt holes, four nail holes have been
provided in the saw base for temporarily mounting
your compound miter saw. Use 4 nails about 2-1/2 in.
iong to secure your saw temporarily.

Note: Make sure the surface where you are mounting

your saw, is thick enough to accommodate the nails
being used.

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 the motor
will overheat. If your tool does not operate when
plugged into an outlet, double-check the power
supply.

A WARNING: The operation of any saw can

result in foreign objects being thrown into your

eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.

Before starting 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.

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.

12

ADJUSTMENTS

A WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that

could cause possible serious personal injury,
assemble all parts to your saw before connecting
it to power supply. Saw should never be
connected to power supply when you are
assembling parts, making adjustments, installing
or removing blades, or when not in use.

As mentioned previously your saw has been factory
assembled and adjusted. The miter lock handle, dust
guide, and blade are the only parts that have to be
installed.

MITER LOCK HANDLE

See Figure 8.

To install the miter lock handle, place the threaded
stud on the end of the miter lock handle into the
threaded hole in the control arm. Turn clockwise to
tighten.

TO INSTALL BLADE

See Figures 10, 11, and 12.

A WARNING: A 12 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 contact with the blade
guards, while thicker blades will prevent the

blade screw from securing the blade on the
spindle. Either of these situations could result in
a serious accident and can cause serious

personal injury.

■ Unplug your saw.

A WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could

result in accidental starting causing possible
serious personal injury.

■ Push down on the saw arm and pull out the lock
pin to release saw arm. Raise saw arm to its full
raised position. Be cautious, saw arm is spring
ioaded to raise.

■ Loosen the phillips screw on the blade bolt
cover until blade bolt cover can be raised.

See Figure 10.

■ Gently raise the iower blade guard bracket so that
the lower blade guard and blade bolt cover can be
rotated up and back to expose the blade bolt. See

Figure 10.

DUST GUIDE

See Figure 9.

To install the dust guide, place the end marked

INSERT over the exhaust port in the upper blade

guard. Turn the guide so that the open end is facing
down or toward the rear of the saw.

LOWER

BLADE GUARD

LOWER BLADE

GUARD BRACKET

PHILLIPS

SCREW

BLADE

BOLT

Fig. 10

Fig. 9

13

ADJUSTMENTS

WITH DOUBLE "D" FLATS Fig. 11

Depress the spindle lock button and rotate the
blade bolt until the spindle locks. See Figure 12.

Using the blade wrench provided, loosen and
remove the blade bolt.

Note: The blade bolt has left hand threads. Turn

blade bolt clockwise to loosen.
Remove outer blade washer. Do not remove

inner blade washer.

■ Wipe a drop of oil onto inner blade washer and
outer blade washer where they contact the blade.

A WARNING: If inner blade washer has been

removed, 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. The blade teeth point downward at the
front of saw as shown in figure 11.

A. CAUTION: Always install the blade with the

blade teeth and the arrow printed on the side of
the blade pointing down at the front of the saw.
The direction of blade rotation is also stamped
with an arrow on the upper blade guard.

■ Replace outer blade washer. The double "D" flats
on the blade washers align with the flats on the
spindle.

■ Depress spindle lock button and replace blade
bolt.

Note: The blade bolt has left hand threads. Turn

blade bolt counterclockwise to tighten.

■ Tighten blade bolt securely.

■ Remove the blade wrench and store it in a safe
place for future use.

■ Replace the lower blade guard and blade bolt
cover.

■ Retighten phillips screw securing blade bolt cover.
Tighten screw securely. See Figure 11.

WARNING: To prevent damage to the spindle

lock, always allow motor to come to a complete
stop before engaging spindle lock. Make sure the
spindle lock button is not engaged before

reconnecting saw into power source.

Your compound miter saw has been adjusted at the
factory for making very accurate cuts. However, some
of the components might have been jarred out of
alignment during shipping. Also, over a period of time,
readjustment will probably become necessary due to
wear. After unpacking your saw, check the following
adjustments before you begin using saw. Make any
readjustments that are necessary and periodically
check the parts alignment to make sure that your saw
is cutting accurately.

WARNING: Your saw should never be

connected to power supply when you are
assembling parts, making adjustments, installing
or removing blades, or when not in use.

Disconnecting your saw will prevent accidental
starting that could cause serious injury.

14

ADJUSTMENTS

Note: Many of the illustrations in this manual show

only portions of your compound miter saw. This is
intentional so that we can clearly show points being
made in the illustrations. Never operate your saw
without all guards securely in place and in good
operating condition.

CUTTING A SLOT IN THE ZERO CLEARANCE THROAT PLATE

In order to use your compound miter saw, you must
cut a slot through the zero clearance throat plate to
allow for blade clearance. To cut the slot, set your
saw at 0 degrees miter, turn saw on and allow the
blade to reach full speed, then carefully make a
straight cut as far as it will go through the throat plate.
Turn your saw off and allow the blade to come to a
complete stop before raising the saw arm.

Next, adjust the bevel angle to 45 degrees, turn your
saw on and allow the blade to reach full speed, then
carefully make another cut through the zero clearance
throat plate. The slot in the throat plate will then be
wide enough to allow the blade to pass through it at
any angle from 0 to 45 degrees.

VIEW OF MITER TABLE SQUARE WITH FENCE

AND CORRECTLY ADJUSTED

Fig. 13

SQUARING THE MITER TABLE TO THE FENCE

See Figures 13 - 16.

■ Unplug your saw.

WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could

result in accidental starting causing possible
serious personal injury.

■ Push down on the saw arm and pull out the lock

pin to release the saw arm.

■ Raise saw arm to its full raised position.

■ Loosen the miter lock handle approximately one-

half turn.

■ Depress the miter lock plate and rotate the miter

table until the pointer on the control arm is posi
tioned at 0°.

■ Release the miter lock plate and securely tighten

the miter lock handle.

■ Lay a framing square flat on the miter table. Place

one leg of the square against the fence. Place the
other leg of the square beside the zero clearance
throat plate in the miter table. The edge of the
square and the zero clearance throat plate in
the miter table should be parallel as shown in
figure 13.

■ If the edge of the framing square and the zero

clearance throat plate in the miter table are not
parallel as shown in figures 14 and 15, adjust
ments are needed.

VIEW OF MITER TABLE NOT SQUARE WITH

FENCE, ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED

VIEW OF MITER TABLE NOT SQUARE WITH

FENCE, ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED

Fig. 14

Fig. 15

15

ADJUSTMENTS

Using a 6 mm hex key, loosen the socket head
screws securing the fence. See Figure 16. Adjust
the fence left or right until the framing square and
zero clearance throat plate are parallel.

Retighten the screws securely and recheck the
fence-to-table alignment.

6 mm SOCKET

HEAD SCREWS

6 mm SOCKET

HEAD SCREWS

FENCE

FENCE

MITER

TABLE

MITER

LOCK PLATE

VIEW OF BLADE

SQUARE WITH FENCE

MITER

LOCK HANDLE

Fig. 17

SQUARING THE SAW BLADE TO THE FENCE

See Figures 17-20.

■ Unplug your saw.

^ WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could

result in accidental starting causing possible
serious personal injury.

■ Pull the saw arm all the way down and engage

the lock pin to hold the saw arm in transport
position.

■ Loosen the miter lock handle approximately

one-half turn.

■ Depress the miter lock plate and rotate the miter

table until the pointer on the control arm is
positioned at 0°.

■ Release the miter lock plate and securely tighten

the miter lock handle.

■ Lay a framing square flat on the miter table. Place

one leg of the square against the fence. Slide the
other leg of the square against the flat part of saw
blade.

Note: Make sure that the square contacts the flat

part of the saw blade, not the blade teeth.

MITER

TABLE MITER

LOCK PLATE

VIEW OF BLADE NOT SQUARE WITH

FENCE, ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED

FENCE

MITER

TABLE

FENCE, ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED

BLADE

MITER

LOCK PLATE

VIEW OF BLADE NOT SQUARE WITH

Fig. 18

Fig. 19

16

ADJUSTMENTS

The edge of the square and the saw blade should
be parallel as shown in figure 17.

If the front or back edge of the saw blade angles

away from the square as shown in figures 18 and

19, adjustments are needed.

Using the 10 mm hex key provided, loosen the
socket head screws that secure the mounting
bracket to the miter table. See Figure 20.

Loosen bevel lock knob and set saw arm at 0°
bevel (blade set 90° to miter table). Tighten bevel
lock knob.

Place a combination square against the miter
table and the flat part of saw blade.

Note: Make sure that the square contacts the flat

part of the saw blade, not the blade teeth.
Rotate the blade by hand and check the blade-to-

table alignment at several points.
The edge of the square and the saw blade should

be parallel as shown in figure 21.

FENCE

■ Rotate the mounting bracket left or right until the

saw blade is parallel with the square.

■ Retighten the screws securely and recheck the

blade-to-fence alignment.

SQUARING THE BLADE TO THE MITER TABLE

See Figures 21-24.

■ Unplug your saw.

WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could

result in accidental starting causing possible
serious personal injury.

■ Pull the saw arm all the way down and engage

the lock pin to hold the saw arm in transport
position.

■ Loosen the miter lock handle approximately one-

half turn.

■ Depress the miter lock plate and rotate the miter

table until the pointer on the control arm is posi
tioned at 0°.

■ Release the miter lock plate and securely tighten

the miter lock handle.

MITER

LOCK PLATE

LOCK HANDLE

VIEW OF BLADE

SQUARE WITH MITER TABLE

If the top or bottom of the saw blade angles away
from the square as shown in figures 22 and 23,
adjustments are needed.

FENCE

MITER

LOCK PLATE

LOCK HANDLE

MITER

Fig. 21

MITER

17

VIEW OF BLADE NOT SQUARE WITH MITER

TABLE, ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED Fig. 22

ADJUSTMENTS

FENCE

MITER
TABLE BLADE

VIEW OF BLADE NOT SQUARE WITH MITER

TABLE, ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED Fig. 23

Using a 10 mm wrench or adjustable wrench,
loosen the lock nut securing positive stop adjust
ment screw. Also loosen bevel lock knob.

Adjust positive stop adjustment screw to bring
saw blade into alignment with the square. See

Figure 24.

BEVEL LOCK

KNOB

POSITIVE STOP

ADJUSTMENT

SCREW FOR

45° ANGLES

LOCK NUT(S) Fig. 24

■ Retighten bevel lock knob. Next, retighten lock nut
securing the positive stop adjustment screw.
Recheck blade-to-table alignment.

Note: The above procedure can be used to check

blade squareness of the saw blade to the miter
table at both 0° and 45° angles.

Your saw has three scale indicators, one on either
side of the bevel scale and one on the miter scale.
After squaring adjustments have been made, it may
be necessary to loosen the indicators screws and
reset them to zero.

PIVOT ADJUSTMENTS

Note: These adjustments were made at the factory

and normally do not require readjustment.

TRAVEL PIVOT ADJUSTMENT

■ The saw arm should rise completely to the up
position by itself.

■ If the saw arm does not raise by itself or if there is
play in the pivot joints, have saw repaired by a
qualified service technician at your nearest Sears
store to avoid risk of personal injury.

BEVEL PIVOT ADJUSTMENT

■ Your compound miter saw should bevel easily by
loosening the bevel lock knob and tilting the saw
arm to the left.

■ If movement is tight or if there is play in the pivot,
have saw repaired by a qualified service techni
cian at your nearest Sears store to avoid risk of
personal injury.

DEPTH STOP

The depth stop limits the blade's downward travel. It
allows the blade to go below the miter table enough to
maintain full cutting capacities. The depth stop
positions the blade 1/4 in. from the miter table
support.

Note: The miter table support is located inside miter

table.
The depth stop is factory set to provide maximum

cutting capacity for the 12 in. saw blade provided with
your saw. Therefore, the depth stop should not need
an adjustment for the saw blade provided.

However, when the diameter of the blade has been
reduced due to sharpening, it may be necessary to
adjust the depth stop to provide maximum cutting
capacity. Also, when a new blade is installed, it is
necessary to check the clearance of the blade to the
miter table support before starting the saw. Make
adjustments if needed.

DEPTH STOP ADJUSTMENTS

See Figure 25.

■ Unplug your saw.

WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could

result in accidental starting causing possible

serious personal injury.

■ To adjust the depth stop use a 17 mm wrench or
adjustable wrench and loosen the hex nut at the
rear of the miter saw arm.

■ Use the 5 mm hex key wrench provided to adjust
the depth stop adjustment screw. The saw blade
is lowered by turning the screw counterclockwise

18

ADJUSTMENTS

^ WARNING: Before starting any cutting

operation, clamp, bolt or nail your compound

miter saw to a workbench. Never operate your
miter saw on the floor or in a crouched position.
Failure to heed this warning can result in serious
personal injury.

CUTTING WITH YOUR COMPOUND MITER SAW

^ WARNING: When using a work clamp or

C-clamp to secure your workpiece, clamp
workpiece on one side of the blade only. The
workpiece must remain free on one side of the

blade to prevent the blade from binding in
workpiece. The workpiece binding the blade will
cause motor stalling and kickback. This situation
could cause an accident resulting in possible
serious personal injury.

and raised by turning the screw clockwise.

■ Lower the blade into the zero clearance throat
plate of the miter table. Check blade clearance
and maximum cutting distance (distance from
fence where blade enters) to front of miter table
slot.

■ Readjust if necessary.

A WARNING: Do not start your compound miter

saw without checking for interference between
the blade and the miter table support. Damage
could result to the blade if it strikes the miter
table support during operation of the saw.

■ Tighten the hex nut with a 17 mm wrench or
adjustable wrench.

■ To prevent the depth stop adjustment screw from
turning while tightening the hex nut, carefully hold
it with the hex key while tightening the hex nut.

APPLICATIONS

(Use only for the purposes listed below)

■ Cross cutting wood and plastic.

■ Cross cutting miters, joints, etc. for picture frames,
moldings, door casings, and fine joinery.

Note: The blade provided is fine for most wood

cutting operations, but for fine joinery cuts or cutting
plastic, use one of the accessory blades available
from your nearest Sears store.

CROSSCUTTING

See Figure 26.

A crosscut is made by cutting across the grain of the
workpiece. A straight crosscut is made with the miter

table set at the zero degree position. Miter crosscuts
are made with the miter table set at some angle other
than zero.

TO CROSSCUT WITH YOUR MITER SAW:

■ Pull out the lock pin and lift saw arm to its full
height.

■ Loosen the miter lock handle. Rotate the miter
lock handle approximately one-half turn to the left
to loosen.

■ Press the miter lock plate down with your thumb
and hold.

■ Rotate the control arm until the pointer aligns with
the desired angle on the miter scale.

■ Release the miter lock plate.

Note: You can quickly locate 0°, 15°, 22-1/2°,

31.62°, and 45° left or right by releasing the lock
plate as you rotate the control arm. The lock plate
will seat itself in one of the positive stop notches,
located in the miter table frame.

■ Tighten the miter lock handle securely.

WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,

always tighten the miter lock handle securely

before making a cut. Failure to do so could result
in movement of the control arm or miter table

while making a cut.

19

OPERATION

■ Slowly lower the blade into and through the
workpiece. See Figure 26.

■ Release the switch trigger and allow the saw
blade to stop rotating before raising the blade out
of workpiece. Wait until the electric brake stops
blade from turning before removing the workpiece
from the miter table.

BEVEL CUT

See Figures 27 and 28.

A bevel cut is made by cutting across the grain of the
workpiece with the blade angled to the workpiece. A

straight bevel cut is made with the miter table set at
the zero degree position and the blade set at an angle
between 0° and 45°.

Place the workpiece flat on the miter table with
one edge securely against the fence. If the board
is warped, place the convex side against the
fence. If the concave edge of a board is placed
against the fence, the board could collapse on the
blade at the end of the cut, jamming the blade.

See Figures 33 and 34.

When cutting long pieces of lumber or molding,
support the opposite end of the stock with a roller
stand or with a work surface level with the saw
table.

Align cutting line on the workpiece with the edge
of saw blade.

Grasp the stock firmly with one hand and secure
it against the fence. Use the work clamp or a C­clamp to secure the workpiece when possible.

See Figure 26.

^ WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,

^ keep your hands outside the no hands zone; at

least 3 in. from blade. Never perform any cutting
operation freehand (without holding workpiece
against the fence). The blade could grab the

workpiece if it slips or twists.

Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of the
cutting operation just to make sure that no
problems will occur when the cut is made.

Grasp the saw handle firmly, depress the palm
pad, then squeeze the switch trigger. Allow
several seconds for the blade to reach maximum
speed.

LEFT SIDE

LEFT

INDICATOR

POINT

SCALE

MOUNTING BRACKET SCALE Fig. 27

RIGHT SIDE

INDICATOR

TO BEVEL CUT WITH YOUR MITER SAW:

■ Pull out the lock pin and lift saw arm to its full
height.

■ Loosen the miter lock handle. Rotate the miter
lock handle approximately one-half turn to the left
to loosen.

■ Press the miter lock plate down with your thumb
and hold.

■ Rotate the control arm until the pointer aligns with
zero on the miter scale.

■ Release the miter lock plate.

Note: You can quickly locate zero by releasing

the lock plate as you rotate the control arm. The
lock plate will seat itself in one of the built-in
positive stop notches, located in the miter table
frame.

■ Tighten the miter lock handle securely.

WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,

always tighten the miter lock handle securely

before making a cut. Failure to do so could result
in movement of the control arm or miter table

while making a cut.

20

RIGHT

POINT

OPERATION

■ Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of
the cutting operation just to make sure that no
problems will occur when the cut Is made.

■ Grasp the saw handle firmly, depress the palm
pad, then squeeze the switch trigger. Allow
several seconds for the blade to reach maximum
speed.

■ Slowly lower the blade Into and through the
workpiece. See Figure 28.

■ Release the switch trigger and allow the saw
blade to stop rotating before raising the blade out
of workpiece. Walt until the electric brake stops
blade from turning before removing the workpiece
from miter table.

WARNING: To avoid serious personal Injury,

keep your hands outside the no hands zone; at

least 3 In. from blade. Never perform any cutting
operation freehand (without holding workpiece
against the fence). The blade could grab the
workpiece If It slips or twists.

Loosen the bevel lock knob and move the saw
arm to the left to the desired bevel angle.

Bevel angles can be set from 0° to 45°.

For your convenience there Is a double scale
located on the mounting bracket. See Figure 27.
one side becomes difficult to read as you move
the saw arm to the left, simply refer to the other
side. Align the Indicator point for the side you
choose with the desired angle.

Once the saw arm has been set at the desired
angle, securely tighten the bevel lock knob.

Place the workpiece flat on the miter table with
one edge securely against the fence. If the board
Is warped, place the convex side against the
fence. If the concave edge of a board Is placed
against the fence, the board could collapse on the
blade at the end of the cut, jamming the blade.

See Figures 33 and 34.

When cutting long pieces of lumber or molding,
support the opposite end of the stock with a roller
stand or with a work surface level with the saw
table.

Align the cutting line on the workpiece with the
edge of saw blade.

Grasp the stock firmly with one hand and secure It
against the fence. Use the work clamp or a C­clamp to secure the workpiece when possible.

See Figure 28.

COMPOUND MITER CUT

A compound miter cut Is a cut made using a miter

angle and a bevel angle at the same time. This type of
cut Is used to make picture frames, cut molding, make
boxes with sloping sides, and for certain roof framing
cuts.

To make this type of cut the control arm on the miter
table must be rotated to the correct angle and the saw

f

arm must be tilted to the correct bevel angle. Care
should always be taken when making compound miter
setups due to the Interaction of the two angle settings.

Adjustments of miter and bevel settings are Interde

pendent with one another. Each time you adjust the
miter setting you change the effect of the bevel
setting. Also, each time you adjust the bevel setting
you change the effect of the miter setting.

It may take several settings to obtain the desired cut.
The first angle setting should be checked after setting
the second angle, since adjusting the second angle
affects the first.

Once the two correct settings for a particular cut have
been obtained, always make a test cut In scrap
material before making a finish cut In good material.

21

OPERATION

TO MAKE A COMPOUND CUT WITH YOUR MITER SAW:

■ Pull out the lock pin and lift saw arm to its full
height.

■ Loosen the miter lock handle. Rotate the miter lock
handle approximately one-half turn to the left to
loosen.

■ Press the miter lock plate down with your thumb
and hold.

■ Rotate the control arm until the pointer aligns with
the desired angle on the miter scale.

■ Release the miter lock plate.

Note: You can quickly locate 0°, 15°, 22-1/2°,

31.62°, and 45° left or right by releasing the miter
lock plate as you rotate the control arm. The miter
lock plate will seat itself in one of the positive stop
notches, located in miter table frame.

■ Tighten the miter lock handle securely.

WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,

always tighten the miter lock handle securely
before making a cut. Failure to do so could result
in movement of the control arm or miter table

while making a cut.

Recheck miter angle setting. Make a test cut in
scrap material.

Place the workpiece flat on the miter table with
one edge securely against the fence. If the board
is warped, place the convex side against the
fence. If the concave edge of a board could
collapse on the blade at the end of the cut,
jamming the blade. See Figures 33 and 34.

When cutting long pieces of lumber or molding,
support the opposite end of the stock with a roller
stand or with a work surface level with the saw
table.

Align the cutting line on the workpiece with the
edge of saw blade.

Grasp the stock firmly with one hand and secure it
against the fence. Use the work clamp or a C­clamp to secure the workpiece when possible. See

Figure 29.

^ WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,

^ always keep your hands outside the no hands

zone; at least 3 in. from blade. Never perform any
cutting operation freehand (without holding
workpiece against the fence). The blade could
grab the workpiece if it slips or twists.

■ Loosen the bevel lock knob and move the saw arm
to the left to the desired bevel angle.

■ Bevel angles can be set from 0° to 45°.

■ For your convenience there is a double scale
located on the mounting bracket. See Figure 27. If
one side becomes difficult to read as you move the
saw arm to the left, simply refer to the other side.
Align the indicator point for the side you choose
with the desired angle.

■ Once the saw arm has been set at the desired
angle, securely tighten the bevel lock knob.

22

OPERATION

■ Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of the
cutting operation just to make sure that no problems
will occur when the cut is made.

■ Grasp the saw handle firmly, depress the palm pad,
then squeeze the switch trigger. Allow several sec
onds for the blade to reach maximum speed.

■ Slowly lower the blade into and through the
workpiece. See Figures 29 and 30.

■ Release the switch trigger and allow the saw blade
to stop rotating before raising the blade out of
workpiece. Wait until the electric brake stops blade
from turning before removing the workpiece from
miter table.

SUPPORT LONG WORKPIECES

See Figure 31.

Long workpieces need extra supports. Supports
should be placed along the workpiece so it does not
sag. The support should let the workpiece lay flat on
the base of the saw and work table during the cutting
operation. Use the work clamp or a C-clamp to secure
the workpiece.

A WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,

always keep your hands outside the no hands

OPERATION

CUTTING COMPOUND MITERS

To aid in making the correct settings, the compound angle setting chart below has been provided. Since com
pound cuts are the most difficult to accurately obtain, trial cuts should be made in scrap material, and much
thought and planning made, prior to making your required cut.

PITCH

OF SIDE

0°

5°

10°

15°

20°

25°

30°

35°

40°

45°

50°

55°

60°

65°

70°

75°

80°

85°

90°

4

M- 45.00°
B- 0.00°

M- 44.89°
B- 3.53°

M- 44.56°
B- 7.05°

M- 44.01°
B- 10.55°

M- 43.22°
B- 14.00°

M- 42.19°
B- 17.39°

M-40.89°
B-20.70°

M- 39.32°
B-23.93°

M- 37.45°
B-27.03°

M- 35.26°
B- 30.00°

M- 32.73°
B- 32.80°

M- 29.84°
B- 35.40°

M-26.57°
B- 37.76°

M- 22.91°
B- 39.86°

M- 18.88°
B-41.64°

M- 14.51°
B-43.08°

M- 9.85°
B- 44.14°

M- 4.98°
B-44.78°

M- 0.00°
B-45.00°

■ NUMBER OF SIDES

5 6 7 8 9

M- 36.00°
B- 0.00°

M- 35.90°
B- 2.94°

M- 35.58°
B- 5.86°

M- 35.06°
B- 8.75°

M- 34.32°
B- 11.60°

M- 33.36°
B- 14.38°

M- 32.18°
B- 17.09°

M- 30.76°
B- 19.70°

M-29.10°
B- 22.20°

M-27.19°
B- 24.56°

M- 25.03°
B-26.76°

M- 22.62°
B- 28.78°

M- 19.96°
B- 30.60°

M- 17.07°
B- 32.19°

M- 13.95°
B- 33.53°

M- 10.65°
B- 34.59°

M- 7.19°
B- 35.37°

M- 3.62°
B- 35.84°

M- 0.00°
B- 36.00°

M-30.00°
B- 0.00°

M-29.91°
B- 2.50°

M-29.62°
B- 4.98°

M-29.15°
B- 7.44°

M-28.48°
B- 9.85°

M-27.62°
B- 12.20°

M-26.57°
B- 14.48°

M-25.31°
B- 16.67°

M-23.86°
B- 18.75°

M- 22.21°
B- 20.70°

M-20.36°
B- 22.52°

M- 18.32°
B- 24.18°

M- 16.10°
B- 25.66°

M- 13.71°
B-26.95°

M- 11.17°
B-28.02°

M- 8.50°
B- 28.88°

M- 5.73°
B-29.50°

M- 2.88°
B- 29.87°

M- 0.00°
B- 30.00°

M- 25.71°
B- 0.00°

M- 25.63°
B- 2.17°

M- 25.37°
B- 4.32°

M- 24.95°
B- 6.45°

M- 24.35°
B- 8.53°

M- 23.56°
B- 10.57°

M- 22.64°
B- 12.53°

M-21.53°
B- 14.41°

M- 20.25°
B- 16.19°

M- 18.80°
B- 17.87°

M- 17.20°
B- 19.41°

M- 15.44°
B- 20.82°

M- 13.54°
B- 22.07°

M- 11.50°
B- 23.16°

M- 9.35°
B- 24.06°

M- 7.10°
B- 24.78°

M- 4.78°
B- 25.30°

M- 2.40°
B- 25.61°

M- 0.00°
B- 25.71°

M- 22.50°
B- 0.00°

M- 22.42°
B- 1.91°

M- 22.19°
B- 3.81°

M-21.81°
B- 5.68°

M-21.27°
B- 7.52°

M- 20.58°
B- 9.31°

M- 19.73°
B- 11.03°

M- 18.74°
B- 12.68°

M- 17.60°
B- 14.24°

M- 16.32°
B- 15.70°

M- 14.91°
B- 17.05°

M- 13.36°
B- 18.27°

M- 11.70°
B- 19.35°

M- 9.93°
B- 20.29°

M- 8.06°
B-21.08°

M- 6.12°
B-21.69°

M- 4.11°
B- 22.14°

M- 2.07°
B- 22.41°

M- 0.00°
B- 22.50°

M- 20.00°
B- 0.00°

M- 19.93°
B- 1.71°

M- 19.72°
B- 3.40°

M- 19.37°
B- 5.08°

M- 18.88°
B- 6.72°

M- 18.26°
B- 8.31°

M- 17.50°
B- 9.85°

M- 16.60°
B- 11.31°

M- 15.58°
B- 12.70°

M- 14.43°
B- 14.00°

M- 13.17°
B- 15.19°

M- 11.79°
B- 16.27°

M- 10.31°
B- 17.23°

M- 8.74°
B- 18.06°

M- 7.10°
B- 18.75°

M- 5.38°
B- 19.29°

M- 3.62°
B- 19.68°

M- 1.82°
B- 19.92°

M- 0.00°
B- 20.00°

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M- 18.00°
B- 0.00°

M- 17.94°
B- 1.54°

M- 17.74°
B- 3.08°

M- 17.42°
B- 4.59°

M- 16.98°
B- 6.07°

M- 16.41°
B- 7.50°

M- 15.72°
B- 8.89°

M- 14.90°
B- 10.21°

M- 13.98°
B- 11.46°

M- 12.94°
B- 12.62°

M- 11.80°
B- 13.69°

M- 10.56°
B- 14.66°

M- 9.23°
B- 15.52°

M- 7.82°
B-16.26°

M- 6.34°
B- 16.88°

M- 4.81°
B- 17.37°

M- 3.23°
B- 17.72°

M- 1.62°
B- 17.93°

M- 0.00°
B- 18.00°

Each B (Bevel) and M (Miter) Setting is Given to the Closest 0.005°.

COMPOUND-ANGLE SETTINGS FOR POPULAR STRUCTURES

24

OPERATION

CUTTING CROWN MOLDING

Your compound miter saw does an excellent job of
cutting crown molding. In general, compound miter
saws do a better job of cutting crown molding than
any other tool made.

In order to fit properly, crown molding must be com

pound mitered with extreme accuracy.
The two contact surfaces on a piece of crown molding

that fit flat against the ceiling and the wall of a room
are at angles that, when added together, equal
exactly 90°. Most crown molding has a top rear angle
(the section that fits flat against the ceiling) of 52° and
a bottom rear angle (the section that fits flat against
the wall) of 38°.

LAYING MOLDING FLAT ON THE MITER TABLE

See Figure 32.

To use this method for accurately cutting crown
molding for a 90° inside or outside corner, lay the
molding with its broad back surface flat on the miter
table and against the fence.

When setting the bevel and miter angles for com
pound miters, remember that the settings are interde
pendent; changing one angle changes the other angle
as well.

Keep in mind that the angles for crown moldings are
very precise and difficult to set. Since it is very easy

for these angles to shift, all settings should first be

tested on scrap molding. Also most walls do not have
angles of exactly 90°, therefore, you will need to fine
tune your settings.

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OPERATION

When cutting crown molding by this method the bevel
angle should be set at 33.85°. The miter angle should
be set at 31.62° either right or left, depending on the
desired cut for the application. See the chart below for
correct angle settings and correct positioning of crown
molding on miter table.

The settings in the chart below can be used for cutting
All Standard (U.S.) crown molding with 52° and 38°
angles. The crown molding is placed flat on the miter
table using the compound features of your miter saw.

Bevel

Angle

Setting

33.85°

33.85°

Left side, inside corner

1. Top edge of molding against fence

2. Miter table set right 31.62°

3. Save ieft end of cut

Right side, inside corner

1. Bottom edge of molding against fence

2. Miter table set left 31.62°

3. Save left end of cut

Type of Cut

When cutting warped material, always make sure it is
positioned on the miter table with the convex side
against the fence as shown in figure 33.

If the warped material is positioned the wrong way as
shown in figure 34, it will pinch the blade near the
completion of the cut.

Left side, outside corner

33.85°

1. Bottom edge of molding against fence

2. Miter table set left 31.62°

3. Save right end of cut

Right side, outside corner

33.85°

1. Top edge of molding against fence

2. Miter table set right 31.62°

3. Save right end of cut

CUTTING WARPED MATERIAL

See Figures 33 and 34.

A WARNING: To avoid a kickback and to avoid

serious personal injury, never position the
concave edge of bowed or warped material
against the fence.

CLAMPING WIDE WORKPIECES

See Figure 35.

RIGHT Fig. 33

When cutting wide workpieces such as a 2 in. x 6 in.,
boards should be clamped with a C-clamp as shown in

figure 35.

26

MAINTENANCE

^ WARNING: When servicing, use only identical

Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other
part may create a hazard or cause product
damage.

GENERAL

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, carbon
dust, etc.

WARNING: Do not at any time 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.

It has been found that electric tools are subject to
accelerated wear and possible premature failure when
they are used on fiberglass boats, sports cars,
wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster. The
chips and grindings from these materials are highly
abrasive to electric tool parts such as bearings,
brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, it is not
recommended that this tool be used for extended
work on any fiberglass material, wallboard, spackling
compounds, or plaster. During any use on these
materials it is extremely important that the tool is
cleaned frequently by blowing with an air jet.

EXTENSION CORDS

The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of
power. To keep the loss to a minimum and to prevent
tool overheating, use an extension cord that is heavy
enough to carry the current the tool will draw.

A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recom

mended for an extension cord 25 feet or less in
iength. When working outdoors, use an extension
cord that is suitable for outdoor use. The cord's jacket

will be marked WA.

CAUTION: Keep extension cords away from the

cutting area and position the cord so that it will

not get caught on lumber, tools, etc., during

cutting operation.

^ WARNING: Check extension cords before each

use. If damaged, replace immediately. Never use
tool with a damaged cord since touching the
damaged area could cause electrical shock

resulting in serious injury.

WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or

safety glasses with side shields during power
tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation

is dusty, also wear a dust mask.

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.

27

MAINTENANCE

A WARNING: To ensure safety and reliability, all

repairs — with the exception of the externally
accessible brushes — should be performed by a
qualified service technician at a Sears store to
avoid risk of personal injury.

BRUSH REPLACEMENT

See Figure 36.

Your saw has externally accessible brush assemblies
that should be periodically checked for wear.

Proceed as follows when replacement is required:

■ Unplug your saw.

A WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could

result in accidental starting causing serious

injury.

■ Remove brush cap with a screwdriver. Brush
assembly is spring loaded and will pop out when
you remove brush cap.

■ Remove brush assembly.

■ Check for wear. Replace both brushes when
either has less than 1/4 in. length of carbon
remaining. Do not replace one side without
replacing the other.

■ Reassemble using new brush assemblies. Make
sure curvature of brush matches curvature of
motor and that brush moves freely in brush tube.

■ Make sure brush cap is oriented correctly
(straight) and replace.

■ Tighten brush cap securely. Do not overtighten.

ACCESSORIES

^ WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that

could cause possible serious personal injury,
assemble all accessories to your saw before
connecting it to power supply. Saw should never
be connected to power supply when you are
assembling parts, making adjustments, installing
or removing blades or accessories, or when not
in use.

DUST BAG

See Figure 37.

The dust bag fits over the exhaust port on the upper
blade guard. To install it, remove the dust guide from
the exhaust port. Then, squeeze the two metal clips to
open the mouth of the bag and slide it on the exhaust
port. Release the clips. The metal ring in the bag
should lock in between the grooves on the exhaust
port. For more efficient operation, empty dust bag
when no more than half full. This will permit better air
flow through the bag.

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ACCESSORIES

TABLE EXTENSIONS

See Figures 38, 39, and 40.

If you plan to use both the stop block and miter clamp,
slide the stop block on the back arm of the desired
table extension first. Next slide the clamp support on
the same table extension. See Figure 38.

To install table extensions, insert the ends of the
extensions into the two holes in each side of the base.

See Figures 38 and 39.

Secure each clamp bracket in place with a clamp
bracket screw. The clamp bracket screw threads
through the clamp bracket and tightens against the
bottom of miter table, securing clamp bracket against
table extension.

STOP BLOCK

See Figures 38 and 41.

Secure them in place by positioning a clamp bracket
under each table extension beneath the miter table.
Orient each clamp bracket as shown in figure 40.

CLAMP

TABLE

EXTENSION

BRACKET

CLAMP

BRACKET SCREW

SAW VIEWED FROM BELOW

Fig. 40

Fig. 41

The stop block is useful as a stop for cutting multiple
pieces to the same length. It can be installed on either
table extension on either side of the saw base:

■ Slide the stop block on the back arm of either table
extension, then insert the table extension into the
saw base. See Figure 38.

■ Use the small wing screw to secure the stop block
to the table extension. See Figure 38.

■ Loosen the small wing screw and adjust the stop

block the desired distance from the blade for the

cut to be made.

■ Tighten small wing screw securely.

■ Make a test cut in scrap material and measure the

length of the workpiece.

■ Make any necessary adjustments.

^ WARNING: When using the work clamp with

the stop block, install the clamp on the stop block
side of the blade. This will eliminate the

possibility of the saw catching the loose end and
kicking up. Failure to heed this warning can
result in serious personal injury.

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ACCESSORIES

WORK CLAMP

See Figures 42 and 43.

SCREWS HOLD

CLAMP SUPPORT

TO TABLE EXTENSION

TABLE

EXTENSION

II__L

CLAMP SUPPORT

Holding the clamp bracket on the bracket support,

place table extension through the holes in the end
of the miter saw base and into the corresponding
extension support trapping the clamp bracket
against the saw table. See Figure 40.

Secure with the clamp bracket screw.

Return the saw right side up.

Fig. 43

The work clamp provides greater control by clamping
the workpiece to the fence or the saw table. It also
prevents the workpiece from creeping toward the saw
blade. This is very helpful when cutting compound
miters.

ASSEMBLE THE WORK CLAMP

To assemble and install the work clamp on the miter
saw, carefully place the saw on a stable surface
exposing the underside of the miter saw table.

■ Place the clamp support on the table extension
and secure using a small screw in each screw hole
in the top of the clamp support. See Figure 43.

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ACCESSORIES

CLAMPING WORKPIECE TO THE FENCE

■ Insert the grooved end of the clamp extension rod
as far as it will go into the front hole of the clamp
support. This will allow the clamp to press the
workpiece against the fence. See Figure 44.

CLAMPING WORKPIECE TO THE SAW
TABLE

■ Insert the grooved end of the clamp extension rod
into the back, top hole of the clamp support. This

will allow the clamp to press the workpiece against
the saw table. See Figures 42 and 45.

CLAMP

EXTENSION ROD

SCREWS

CLAMP WORKPIECE TO THE FENCE Fig. 44

■ Secure the clamp extension rod with a screw.

■ Slide the clamp assembly onto the clamp exten
sion rod and secure with a screw.

Note: The clamp assembly can be slid forward or

backward on the clamp extension rod as
needed by ioosening the screw.

■ Turn the knob to secure and free the workpiece
against the fence.

■ Securely tighten all screws on the clamp before
each use.

■ Before making a cut, always check the blade and
blade guard clearance over and around the miter
clamp.

A WARNING: Make sure the saw blade or blade

guard will not hit the work clamp assembly when
cutting miter and bevel cuts. Failure to heed this

warning could result in serious personal injury.

CLAMP SUPPORT

CLAMP WORKPIECE TO THE SAW TABLE

Fig. 45

■ Align the groove in the clamp extension rod with
the screw hole, and secure the rod with a screw.

■ Slide the clamp assembly onto the clamp exten
sion rod and secure with a screw.

Note: The clamp assembly can be slid forward or

backward on the clamp extension rod as
needed by ioosening the screw.

■ Turn the knob to secure and free the workpiece
against the saw table.

■ Securely tighten all screws on the clamp before
each use.

■ Before making a cut, always check the blade and

blade guard clearance over and around the miter

clamp.

A WARNING: Make sure the saw blade or blade

guard will not hit the work clamp assembly when
cutting miter and bevel cuts. Failure to heed this
warning could result in serious personal injury.

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CRAFTSMAN COMPOUND MITER SAW - MODEL NUMBER 315.212220

Figure A

32

CRAFTSMAN COMPOUND MITER SAW - MODEL NUMBER 315.212220

The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model
number in all correspondence regarding your COMPOUND MITER SAW or when ordering repair parts.

SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE A

KEY PART

NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUAN.

1 ** STD851010 * Flat Washer (M10)......................................................................

2 976578-001 * Self-Locking Nut (Ml0)
3 980229-001 Spring Washer

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4 980230-001 Miter Table Frame......................................................................

5 980253-001 Table Spindle
6 980232-001 Fence

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7 ** STD852008 * Spring Washer (M8)....................................................................

8 980117-001 * Screw (M8 X 25 Hex Soc. Hd.)...................................................

9 980261-001 Hex Key Holder..........................................................................

10 976568-002 Blade Wrench..............................................................................

11 976605-001 * Hex Key (6 mm)..........................................................................

12 976570-001 * Hex Key (5 mm)..........................................................................

13 980418-001 * Hex Key (10 mm)........................................................................

14 980243-001 Miter Table.................................................................................

15 ** STD840812 * Hex Nut (M8)...............................................................................

16 ** STD835030 * Hex Bolt (M8 X 30)

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17 980245-001 Bevel Pivot Bracket....................................................................

18 980234-001 Bevel Scale................................................................................

19 976531-001 Rivet...........................................................................................

20 980239-001 * Bolt (M12x35 Hex Hd.)

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21 ** STD852012 * Spring Washer (Ml2)...................................................................

22 980256-001 * Screw (M4 X 8 Pan Hd.).............................................................

23 980250-001 * Screw (M5 X 10 Pan Hd.)...........................................................

24 980257-001 Throat Plate................................................................................

25 980251-001 Miter Scale Indicator
26 980258-001 Clamp Nut

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27 980233-001 Miter Lock Handle......................................................................

28 980242-001 Fixed Plate.................................................................................

29 980260-001 * Screw (M6 X 10 Pan Hd.)...........................................................

30 980264-001 Lock Plate...................................................................................

31 980231-001 * Screw (M5 X 8 Pan Hd.).............................................................

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32 980240-001 Miter Scale................................................................................. ...........1

33 977435-001 Line Warning Label.................................................................... ...........2

34 977434-001 Hand Warning Label

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* Standard Hardware Item — May Be Purchased Locally

** Available From Div. 98 — Source 980.00

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CRAFTSMAN COMPOUND MITER SAW - MODEL NUMBER 315.212220

Figure B

CRAFTSMAN COMPOUND MITER SAW - MODEL NUMBER 315.212220

The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your

COMPOUND MITER SAW or when ordering repair parts.

SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE B

KEY PART KEY PART
NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUAN. NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUAN.

**

STD851012 * Flat Washer (Ml2)

2 980249-001 Stop..................................

3 980255-001 * Screw (M6 X 15 Pan Hd.)

4 980262-001 Shoulder Screw................ ......................................1

5 980238-001 Link Assembly..................

6 980260-001 * Screw (M6 X 10 Pan Hd.)

7 980247-001 Link Holder.......................

8 976643-001 Retaining 'E' Ring

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9 980254-001 Washer

10 980246-001 Pivot Shaft

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11 980237-001 Bevel Lock Knob
12 980236-001 Support Bracket
13 976641-001 "O" Ring

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14 980266-001 Stop Pin............................

15 980276-001 Lock Bolt

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16 980275-001 Tension Shaft

17 980281-001 * Screw (M4 X 8 Pan Hd.) .. ......................................1

18 ** STD851004 * Flat Washer (M4).............. ......................................2

19 980287-001 Scale Indicator (R)

20 980248-001 Scale Indicator (L)

21 980265-001 * Screw (M4 X 8 Pan Hd.) .. ......................................1

22 979693-001 Logo Plate

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23 976567-001 Dust Guide
24 980293-001 Upper Blade Guard
25 976733-001 Lower Blade Guard Label

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26 976540-001 Caution Label...............................................

27 980290-001 Spring Position Locator................................

28 980282-001 Tension Spring

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29 982043-001 * Screw (M5 X 30 Pan Hd.).............................

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30 ** STD851005 * Flat Washer (M5)

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31 980297-001 * Screw (M5 X 12 Pan Hd.).............................

32 980299-501 Dust Shield...................................................

33 980291-501 Stop Block

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34 980274-501 * Screw (M6 X 15 Pan Hd.).............................

35 980278-501 Sleeve

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36 980268-501 * Screw (M4 X 8 Pan Hd.)...............................

37 180030-501 * Set Screw (M6 x 20)

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38 300030-001 * Hex Nut (M10)
39 980298-001 * Depth Stop Adjustment Screw (M10 x 25)..
40 980285-001 Clamp Nut

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41 980417-001 Roller............................................................

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42 980416-001 * Screw (M6 X 15)...........................................

43 980280-001 Blade Bolt Cover
44 980286-001 Fixed Screw

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45 980279-001 * Screw (M5 X 12 Pan Hd.).............................

46 980267-001 Lower Blade Guard

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47 976554-001 Tension Spring
48 980292-001 Tension Spring Holder

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49 980277-001 * Screw (M5 X 8 Pan Hd.)...............................

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Standard Hardware Item — May Be Purchased Locally

** Available From Div. 98 — Source 980.00

MODEL NUMBER 315.212220

CRAFTSMAN COMPOUND MITER SAW - MODEL NUMBER 315.212220

The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your

COMPOUND MITER SAW or when ordering repair parts.

SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE C

Key Part

No. Number Description Quan.

1 980296-001 Blade Bolt................................................................................................................................................

2 980288-001 Outer Blade Washer................................................................................................................................

3

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Blade.......................................................................................................................................................

4 980270-001 Inner Blade Washer................................................................................................................................

5 980283-001 Screw (Pan Hd.)......................................................................................................................................

6 980294-001 Bearing Plate...........................................................................................................................................

7 980271-001 Ball Bearing (6203UU)............................................................................................................................

8 976648-001 Retaining 'C Ring....................................................................................................................................

9 980272-001 Gear Shaft...............................................................................................................................................

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10 976653-001 Lock Ring................................................................................................................................................

11 980289-001 Gear.........................................................................................................................................................

12 ** STD315511 * Ball Bearing (6001ZZ)...............................................................................................................................

13 980295-001 Parallel Key.............................................................................................................................................

14 980284-001 * Screw (M3 X 5 Pan Hd.)............................................................................................................................

15 979695-001 Warning Label.........................................................................................................................................

16 976683-001 Carbon Brush .........................................................................................................................................

17 976682-001 Brush Cap................................................................................................................................................

18 982028-001 Data Plate................................................................................................................................................

19 982060-001 Spindle Lock Pin......................................................................................................................................

20 976651-001 Retaining 'E' Ring....................................................................................................................................

21 976649-001 Compression Spring................................................................................................................................

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NOTE: "A"-The assembly shown represents an important part of the Double Insulated System. To avoid the possibility of alteration or damage

to the system, service should be performed by your nearest Sears Repair Center. Contact your nearest Sears Catalog Order or

Retail Store for Service Center Information.

* Standard Hardware Item — May Be Purchased Locally

** Available From Div. 98 — Source 980.00

*** Complete assortment available at your nearest Sears Catalog Order or Retail Store.

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