Craftsman 315.21449 User Manual

Owner's Manual

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9 in. single speed

BAND SAW

Model No.

315.214490

Save this manual for future reference.

CAUTION: Read and

follow all Safety Rules and

Operating Instructions before

first use of this product.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffrnan Estates, IL 60179 USA

972000-488

4-98

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• Table of Contents ............................... :........................................................................................................... 2

• Warranty and Intreduction..;':.'::_;:.';_.:............................................................................................................ 2

• Rules For Safe Operatiod .. :L;_;,:....;: ................................................................................................. _...... 3-5

• Electrical ......... ., ...:.L:.:._],..._.:._;I._...].:........... [............ ;................................................................................... 6

• Glossary and Produ_Sloecifications ...[......................................................................................................... 7

• Unpacking, Loose PartsListian¢l'Toois Needed ........................................................................................... 8

• Labels ............................................................ '............................................................................................ 9-10

• Features ....................................................................................................................................................... 11

• Assembly ................................................................................................................................................. 12-13

• Adjustments ............................................................................................................................................. 13-17

• Basic Operation ....................................................................................................................................... 18-19

• Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................ 20-21

• Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................ 22

• Exploded View and Repair Parts List...................................................................................................... 24-31

• Parts Ordedng / Service ............................................................................................................................... 32

,FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN BAND SAW

If thisI'RII FTSMAN" Band Saw 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

Your saw has many features for making cutting operations more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety,

performance and dependability have been given top priodty in the design ofthis 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, 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.

_, 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.

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

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Note: Advises you of information or instructionsvital to the operation or maintenance ofthe equipment.

IMPORTANT

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the tool to your nearest Sears store for repair. Always use originalfactory replacement parts when servicing.

_k WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this tool •

until you have read thoroughly and understand

completely all instructions, safety rules, etc. contained in this manual. Failure to comply can

result in accidents involving firs, electdc shock, •

or serious personal injury. Save owner's manual and review frequently for continuing safe operation, and instructing others who may use

this tool.

MEANING

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicatesdanger,wamingor caution.May beused inconjunctionwithothersymbolsorpicto-

graphs.

DANGER: Failure to obey a safety waming will result in serious injuryto yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the riskof fire, electric shock and personal injury.

WARNING: Failure to obey a safety waming can result in serious injuryto yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the riskof fire, electdc shock and personal injury,

CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety waming may result in property damage or personal injuryto

yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the riskof fire, electric shock and personal injury,

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- MENT. 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.

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 iton.

• 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.

• USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.

RULES FOR, SAFE OPERATION (Continued) .

When us(rig an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your

product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at

least 18 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 nonslipfoot- wear are recommended. Also wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

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

impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.

PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty.

PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation.

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.

binding of moving pans, breakage of pans, saw stability, mounting and any other conditions that

may affect its operation. A guardor 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.

DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the

blade or cutter only.

• NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAT-

TENDED. TURN THE POWER OFF. Do not leave tool until itcomes to a complete stop.

• USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Use the right

blade size, style and cutting speed for the material and the type of cut. Blade teeth should point down toward the table.

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. Do not hand hold pieces so small that your

fingers go under the blade guard. Do not reach underneath work or in blade cutting path with your hands and fingers for any reason.

DO NOT OVERREACH. t_eep proper footing and balance at all times. A WARNING: Blade coasts after turn off.

• AINTAIN 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 from power supply.

AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch isoff when plugging in.

USE RECO••ENDED 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,

DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to disconnect it from receptacle. Keep cordfrom

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 itwell away from the moving blade.

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.

ALWAYS SUPPORT LARGE WORK PIECES while cutting. To minimize risk of blade pinching

and kickback, always support large workpieces. Saw may slip, walk or slide while cutting large or

heavy boards.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

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

BEFORE CHANGING THE SETUP, REMOVING COVERS, GUARDS, OR BLADE; UNPLUG

THE SAW AND REMOVE THE SWITCH KEY. DO NOT FEED THE MATERIAL TOO QUICKLY.

Do not force the workpiece against the blade;

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

saw table at a time. AVOID CUTTING NAILS. Inspect for and

remove all.nails from lumber before cutting.

NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving pads

during use.

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

ALLOW THE MOTOR TO COME UP TO FULL

SPEED before starting a cut. FIRMLY CLAMP OR BOLT your band saw to a

firm, level workbench or table. The most comfort-

able saw table height is 36 inches or at approxi- mately hip height. •

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. •

m REPLACEMENT PARTS. All repairs, whether

electrical or mechanical, should be made by a 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.

m DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL WHILE UN-

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

STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what you are doing and use common

sense. Do not operate tool when you are Ured. 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.

ALWAYS TURN OFF SAW before disconnecting it, to avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to power supply. NEVER leave the band saw unattended while connected to a power source.

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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

EXTENSION CORDS

Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong

grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug. When using a power tool at a consider- able distance from the power source, use an exten- sion cord heavy enough to carry the current that the

tool will draw. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of

power and causing the motor to overheat. Use the chart provided below to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only roundjack- eted cords listed by Underwriter's Laboratories (UL)

should be used. Length of Extension Cord Wire Size (A.W.G.)

Up to 25 feet 18 26-100 feet 16

When working with the tool outdoors, use an exten- sion cord that is designed for outside use. This is indicated by the letters WA on the cord'sjacket.

Before using an extension cord, inspect itfor loose or

exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.

_i, CAUTION: Keep the cord away from the cutting

area and position the cord so that itwill not be caught on lumber, tools, or other objects during

cutting operations.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Your Sears Craftsman Band Saw is powered by 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

the saw does not operate when plugged into an outlet,

double check the power supply.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electdc current

to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-

grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local

cedes and ordinances.

Do not modify the plug provided. If itwill not fit the

outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Improper connection of the equipment-

grounding conductor can result in a dsk of electdc shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer

surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is

the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or

replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grcunding conductor to

a live terminal. Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel

if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is

properly grounded.

Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immedi-

ately. This tool is intended for use on a cimuit that has an

outlet like the one shown in Figure 1. It also has a grounding pin like the one shown.

GROUNDING

PIN COVEROFGROUNDED

OUTLETBOX

Fig. 1

BevelCut Acuttingoperationmadewithanangledtable.

Crosscut A cutting operation made across the grain or the width

of the workpiece. Compound Cut

A compound cut is a cut made using a miter angle

and a bevel angle at the same time. FPM

"Feet per minute. Used in reference to surface speed

of blade.

Freehand (for band saw) Performing a cut without the workpiece propedy

supported on the table. Gum A sticky, sap based residue from wood products. Kerf

The matedal removed by the blade in a through cut or the slot produced by the blade in a nonthrough or

partial cut. Leading End

The end of the workpiece pushed intothe cutting tool first.

Miter Cut

A cutting operation made with the edge of the workpiece at any angle to the blade other than 90 degrees.

Push Stick

A device used to feed the workpiece through the saw blade during narrow cutting operations. It helps keep the operator's hands well away from the blade.

Resaw A cuffing operation to reduce the thickness of the

workpiece to make thinner pieces. Resin A sticky, sap base substance.

Ripping A cutting operation along the length of the workpiece.

Saw Blade Path

The area directly in line -- 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.

Sat

Thedistance that the tip of the saw bada tooth s bent

(or sat) 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 being dropped into the blade, or being carelessly placed in contact

with the blade. Through Sawing

Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely through 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.

Worktable The surface on which the workpiece rests while

performing a cutting operation.

Blade Width 1/8 in. to 3/8 in. Blade Length 59-1/4 in. Capacities:

Frame to Blade 9 in. Under guide 3-1/2 in.

Table Size 11-1/2 in. x 11-1/2 in.

Table Tilt

Input

No Load Speed Overall Dimensions

Net Weight

0" - 45"

120 V, 2.5 amp 60 Hz, AC only

3000 FPM

19-1/2 in. x 12-1/2 in. x28 in.

30 Ibs.

,_ 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.

• Carefully remove all parts from the carton and

place the saw on a level work surface. Separate and check against the listof loose parts.

Check all loose parts from the box with the list below. For your convienence when identifying parts, items A-I

below have been drawn actual size. Assemble according to the instructionson the following pages.

A. Flat Head Screw (1/4-20 x 7/8 in.) ..................... 3

B. Hex Nut (1/4-20) ................................................. 3

C. Switch Key.......................................................... 1

D. Truss Head Screw (1/4-20 x 5/8 in.) .................. 1

E. Wing Nut (1/4-20) ............................................... 1

F. Screw (M5 x 8) ................................................... 1

G. Scale Indicator.................................................... 1

H. Throat Plate ........................................................ 1

I, Hex Key (1/8in.) ................................................. 1

J. Saw Table (not shown) ...................................... t

K. Owner's Manual (not shown) ............................ t

_ 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.

• Do not discard the packing materials untilyou

have carefully inspectedthe saw, identified all parts, and satisfactorily Operated your new saw.

Note: 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 miss(ng parts are obtained

and are installed correctly.

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The followingtools (not included) are needed for assembly and alignment:

_• #2 Phillips Screwddver

• Adjustable Wrench

• Small Combination Square

SMALL

COMBINATION

SQUARE Fig. 3

Fig. 2

#2 PHILLIPSSCREWDRIVER

A WARNING/ ADVERTENCIA

A. B.

Blade

591/4in.

59 114in. ForextrafaststralgMcutting,

591/4 in. Forsb'algMandcurved

59 1/4in.

Blade

Thickness TPI

.018in, 15

.012in. 4

.012in. 6

,014in. 4

Application

Forfinescrollcuts inthinwoodmathdalsand

plasticsUpto1/2"thick.

Bestforcuttingthickwoods,

Heavydutycuts inallwood

3/4"to 3 1/2"

Fig. 4

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

&WARNING ;IA

• For your safety, read owner's manual before making adjustment_

• Failure to remove switch key and unplug your saw could result In

acaldental starting causing possible sedous personal Injury.

• Para su eagurldad, lea el manual del usuado

antes de hacar aJustos.

9 inch Band Saw

3000FPM120VOLTS60HzACONLY

WARNING: USEIOEk'rlCALREPI.ACEaEm'PAR'rs. (_ i

MODEL 315,214490 SER,NO.

MADE _1TAIWAN i I

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO, _Jmo_'mot.

Customer Help Line 1-800-932-3188

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