Craftsman 315.214490 User Manual

Owner's Manual

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., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA

972000488

4-98

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents
Warranty and Introduction 2

Rules For Safe Opei'etion 3.5
Electrical

Glossary and Product Specifications........................................................................................................... 7

Unpacking, Loose Parts List, and Tools 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 Ordering / Sen/ice........................................................................................................................... 32

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WARRANTY

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN BAND SAW
If thisCRRFTSMRN* 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. 81 TWA, 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.

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

Your safety is involved.

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 wili
enjoy years of safe, reliabie service.

WARNING:

The operation of any power tooi can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes,
which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, aiways 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.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possibie dangers. The safety symbois, and
the expianations with them, deserve your carefui attention and understanding. The safety warnings do
not by themseives eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for
proper accident prevention measures.

SYMBOL 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.

Note: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the 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
original factory replacement parts when servicing.

WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this tool
until you have read thoroughly and understand
completely all instructions, safety rules, etc.
contained in this manual. Failure to comply can
result in accidents involving fire, electric shock,

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

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

■ KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read 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 it on.

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.

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 usfng 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 nonslip foot
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 parts, breakage of parts, saw
stability, 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.

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 it comes 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. Keep proper footing and

baiance at ail times.

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools

sharp and clean for better and safer perfor

mance. Follow instructions for iubricating 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 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.

WARNING: Biade 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 sen/ice
technician at a Sears store. Stay constantly
aware of cord location and keep it well 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 siide while cutting large or
heavy boards.

RULES FOR SAFE OPEIIATION (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 parts
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.

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.

■ 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 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.

■ 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

ELECTRICAL

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 round jack

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's jacket.
Before using an extension cord, inspect it for loose or

exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.

A CAUTION: Keep the cord away from the cutting

area and position the cord so that it will 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 electric 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 ail local

codes and ordinances.

Do not modify the plug provided. If it will not fit the
outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician. Improper connection of the equipment
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric
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-grounding 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 circuit that has an

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

PIN

COVER OF GROUNDED

OUTLET BOX

Fig. 1

GLOSSARY OF TERMS FOR WOODWORKING

Bevel Cut

A cutting operation made with an angled table.

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 properly
supported on the table. .

Gum
A sticky, sap based residue from wood products.

Kerf
The material 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 into the 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 cutting 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.

Set
li)ie distance that the tip of the saw blade 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 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
Blade Length
Capacities:

Frame to Blade
Under guide

Table Size

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

1/8 in. to 3/8 in.

59-1/4 in.

9 in.

3-1/2 in.

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. X 28 in.

30 lbs.

UNPACKING

WARNING; To prevent accidental starting that
could cause possible serious personal injury,
assemble ail parts to your saw before connecting
it to power supply. Saw should never be

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

■ Do not discard the packirtg materials until you
have carefully inspected the saw, identified all
parts, and satisfactorily dpe rated your new saw.

Carefully remove all parts from the carton and
place the saw on a level work surface. Separate
and check against the list of loose parts.

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 missing parts are obtained
and are installed correctly.

LOOSE PARTS LIST

Check all loose parts from the box with the list below. For your convienence when identifying parts, items A-l
below have been drawn actual size. Assemble according to the instructions on the following pages.

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

B. Hex Nut (1/4-20)

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

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

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

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

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

I. Hex Key (1/8 in.)

J. Saw Table (not shown)......................................1

K. Owner's Manual (not shown)

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TOOLS NEEDED

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

^ #2 Phillips Screwdriver

• Adjustable Wrench

• Small Combination Square

SMALL

COMBINATION

SQUARE

#2 PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER

CRBFTSMBN

9-in. Band Saw

1/3-HP

2-whee!

A WARNING / ADVERTENCIA

► For your safely, read owner’s manual before operating saw.

■ Wear eye protection.

• Do not remove cutoff pieces until blade has stopped.
> Maintain proper adjustment of blade tension,

blade guides, and thrust bearings.

' Adjust upper guide to clear workpiece.

• Hold workpiece firmly against table.

• Para su seguridad, lea el manual del usuario
antes de usar la sierra.

(max. developed}

A.

ir

A WARNING

ADVERTENCIA

Keep Hanrts Away

rtom Blaile

AIID'.v Tnol Tp Slnp

Before Ail|iistmg
Blarte Griide

B.

^ Blade

Circumference

591/4 in.

591/4 in.

591/4 in.

Select The Right

Blade For The Job.

Blade
Width

1/8 in. .018 in.

1/4 in.

1/4 in. .012 in.

3/8 in. .014 in.

Biade

Thickness

.012 in.

TPi Appiication

IS For fine scroii cuts ^

in thin wood mateitais and
piastics up to 1/2* thick.

4 For extra fast straight cutting^

Best for cutting thick yvoods.^

6 For straight and curved

cuts in solid woods,

4 Heavy duty cuts L

in all wood p

3/4"to 1
31/2* •­thick^^

Fig. 4

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

BLADE TENSION ADJUSTMENT

TO RELEASE ElflDE TENSION, TO ADJOST BLADE TENSION,
Rol.ile Iho QiiicL Relense KiioIj Turn Ihe Ailjiisinient Knoti
1 T turn ciiiinltrcluf.k'.'.'isc dGtT'.'jise to mcruuse tension.

Turn CDunlerdock'.'.'isE to
ilccrtusi; lensinn.

TO ENGAGE BLADE TENSION.
RiilniB lliB Quick ReiL'iisi; Knob
1/T turn clockwise belore

opcrjtinij bunil snvj.

AWARNINfi /ADVERTENCIA

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

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

accidental starting causing possible serious personal Injury.

• Para su seguridad, lea el manual del usuario

antes de hacer ajustes.

BLADE TRACKING

lnS3rt He* Key In tracking adjustmenl
hole. Adiiisl Hex Key while Totaling
upper wheel by hand until blade Iracts

fel

properly on wheel.

9 inch Band Saw

3000 FPM12Q VOLTS 60 Hz AC ONLY

WARNING: use DENnCALREPLACEMEIfr parts.

MODEL 315J214490

MADE «TAIWAN
SEARS, ROEBUCK AW CO.

SER, NO,

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Customer Help Line 1-800-932-3188

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FEATURES

KNOW YOUR BAND SAW

Before attempting to use, familiarize yourself with alt

operating features and safety requirements of your

Sears Craftsman band saw.

BLADE

The saw comes with a standard 1/4 in. blade installed.

BLADE GUIDES

Blade guides support the blade and keep it from
twisting during operation. An adjustment is necessary
when blades are changed or replaced.

BLADE GUIDE KNOB AND LOCK LEVER

The blade guide assembly should just clear the
workpiece while cutting. Use the blade guide knob
and lock lever to adjust the blade guide assembly to

keep the blade from twisting or breaking. Always lock
the upper blade guide assembly in place before
turning on the band saw.

TABLE LOCK KNOB

Loosening table lock knob allows table to be tilted at
different angles. Tightening knob locks table in place.

ANGLE ADJUSTMENT KNOB

Once the table lock knob has been loosened, use the
angle adjustment knob to tilt or change the angle of
the table. Always tighten the table lock knob before
turning on the saw.

SCALE

The scale shows the angle or degree the table Is tilted
for bevel cutting.

BACK VIEW OF BAND SAW

QUICK RELEASE KNOB

TENSION

ADJUSTMENT

COVER TAB

LOCK LEVER

BLADE GUIDE

KNOB

TENSION ADJUSTMENT KNOB

The tension adjustment knob controls the amount of
biade tension when changing blades and when
making adjustments for various sawing applications.

TRACKING ADJUSTMENT SCREW

Tracking adjustment screw adjusts to keep the blade

running in the center of the wheels. It is a set screw
located in the center of the frame on the back of your
band saw.

BAND SAW TABLE

Your band saw has an 11-1/2 in. square, aluminum
saw table with a rack and pinion tilt control for maxi
mum accuracy. It has a red snap in throat plate, and a
miter slot for use with an optional miter gage.

SAWDUST EXHAUST PORT

A standard 2-1/4 in. dust exhaust port has been

provided to make dustless cutting possible.The pickup

adapter end of a vacuum hose fits inside the dust

exhaust port with a wedge fit type connection.

COVER TABS

Easy open cover tabs allow the front cover to be

opened for making adjustments.

HEX KEY HOLDER

A hex key holder inside the front cover keeps hex key
conveniently located for blade guide and blade
tracking adjustments.

SWITCH

Your band saw has an easy access power switch. To
lock the switch in the OFF position, remove the yellow
switch key from the switch. Place the key in a location
that Is inaccessible to children and others not qualified
to use the tool.

FRONT COVER

KNOB

TRACKING

ADJUSTMENT

SCREW

COVER TAB

BUDE GUIDE

ASSEMBLY

THMIAT

PLATE

SCALE

TABLE LOCK KNOB

SCALE INDICATOR

ANGLE ADJUSTMENT

- KNOB

SAW BLADE

SWITCH

SWITCH KEY

EXHAUST

PORT

BUDE GUIDE

ASSEMBLY

BUDE GUARD:

BAND SAW

TABLE

COVER TAB

Fig. 6

ASSEMBLY

INSTALLING SCALE INDICATOR

See Figure 7.

■ Attach the scale indicator to the saw frame below
the scale using the screw (M5 x 8) supplied.

ANGLE ADJUSTMENT KNOB

INSTALLING THE TABLE

See Figure 8.

■ Slide the table onto the angle bracket from the
back of the saw to front, with the blade traveling
through the slot in the table.

PUT HEAD

SCREW(S)

■ Align the three holes on the table with the three
holes in the angle bracket. Fasten the table to
the angle bracket using the three flat head
screws and three hex nuts.

■ Assemble the truss head screw and wing nut to
the edge of the table at the end of the slot. Snap
the throat plate in place on the table.

Note: The wing nut goes below the table.

MOUNTING BAND SAW TO
WORKBENCH

See Figure 9.

If the band saw is to be used in a permanent applica

tion, we recommend that you secure it in a permanent

location such as a workbench. When mounting the
saw to a workbench, holes should be drilled through

the supporting surface of the workbench using the

dimensions illustrated in figure 9.

■ Each leg should be bolted securely using 5/16 in.
diameter machine screws, lock washers, and
5/16 in. hex nuts (not inciuded). Screw length
should be 1-3/4 in. plus the thickness of the
workbench top.

■ Locate and mark the holes where band saw is to
be mounted.

■ Drill (4) 3/8 in. diameter holes through work
bench.

■ Place band saw on workbench aligning holes in
the frame with holes drilled in the workbench.

■ Insert ail four 5/16 in. screws and tighten se
curely with lock washers and hex nuts.

Note: All bolts should be inserted from the top. Install
the lock washers and hex nuts from the underside of
the bench.

Supporting surface where band saw is mounted
should be examined carefully after mounting to insure

that no movement during use can result. If any tipping

or walking is noted, secure workbench or supporting
surface before beginning cutting operations.

■'WING NUT

HEXNUT(S)

3-1/32 in.

5-15/16 in.

3-1/32 in.

12

T

_1_

3-13/32 in.

3-13/32 in.

\

3/8 in.

hole

-11-3/16 in.-

r

I

1

12 in.

-11-3/16 in.-

1Bin.

3/8 in.

hole

\ .

3-13Q2 in.

3-13/32 in.

r

3-1/32 in.

5-15/16 in.

3-1/32 in.

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Fig. 9

ASSEMBLY

CLAMPING BAND SAW TO WORKBENCH

See Figure 10. ,

If the band saw is to be used in a portable application,
we recommend that you fasten it permanently to a
mounting board that can easily be clamped to a
workbench or other supporting surface. The mounting
board should be of sufficient size to avoid tipping of
saw while in use. Any good grade plywood or chip
board with a 3/4 in. thickness is recommended.

B Mount saw to board using holes in frame as a

template for hole pattern or the diagram in

Figure 9. Locate and mark the holes where band
saw is to be mounted.

B Follow last three steps in previous section called

Mounting Band Saw to Workbench.

If lag bolts are used, make sure they are long enough

to go through holes in the saw and material the saw is

being mounted to. If machine bolts are being used,
make sure bolts are long enough to go through holes

ADJUSTMENTS

in the saw frame, material being mounted to, lock

washers, and hex nuts.

Note; It may be necessary to countersink hex nuts
and washers on bottom side of mounting board.

C-CUMP(S)

WORKBENCH

Fig. 10

ADJUSTING BLADE GUIDE ASSEMBLY

See Figures 11 and 12.

The blade guide assembly should always be set about

1/8 in. above the top surface of the workpiece being

cut to keep the blade from twisting or breaking. Adjust

from the back of the band saw.

B Push the lock lever that secures the blade guide

assembly counterclockwise or to the left 1/4 turn

to unlock the blade guide assembly.

B Rotate the blade guide knob to position the blade

guide assembly to the desired position. Use a
scrap piece of the same wood you are about to

LOCK LEVER

(UNLOCKED POSITION)

BLADE GUIDE KNOB

cut as a guide to set the height of the blade
guide assembly.

Lock position in place by returning the lock lever

to its upward position.
Always lock the blade guide assembly in place

before turning on the band saw.

BLADE GUIDE KNOB

LOCK LEVER

(LOCKED

POSITION)

BLADE GUIDE

ASSEMBLY %

Fig. 11

WORKPIECE

Fig. 12

13

ADJUSTMENTS

INSTALLING AND ADJUSTING THE
BLADE

See Figures 13 and 14.

A WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that

could cause possible serious personal injury,
turn off the saw, remove the switch key, and
unplug the saw before installing or removing
blade.

■ From the back of the saw, push the lock lever
counterclockwise or to the left 1/4 turn to unlock

the blade guide assembly. Use the blade guide

knob to position the blade guide assembly about
half way between the table and the frame.

Return the lock lever to its upright locked posi

tion. See Figures 11 and 12.

■ Open the front cover of the saw by pushing both
the upper and tower cover tabs. See Figure 6.

■ Loosen and remove the wing nut and truss head
screw from the table. See Figure 13.

■ Turn the quick release knob to the left to release
blade tension. Turn the tension adjusting knob to

the left to lower the upper wheel. See page 15.

■ Carefully remove the old blade. The spring on
the upper wheel allows it to be pulled down

slightly to remove the saw blade from the wheel.

■ Slide the new blade into the slot of the table with

the teeth of the blade toward the front of the saw
and facing down toward the table.

Note: The blade may need to be turned inside out if

the teeth are pointing in the wrong direction. Hold the

blade with both hands and rotate it inward.

■ Place the blade through the lower blade guides
located under the table and around the lower
wheel. Pull down on the upper wheel slightly to
place the saw blade on the wheel. Slowly turn
the upper wheel to the right or clockwise by hand
to center the blade on the rubber tires.

■ Adjust the blade tension and check or adjust the

blade tracking. See pages 15 and 16.

■ Adjust both upper and lower blade guides and
thrust bearings. See pages 16 and 17.

■ Replace the truss head screw and wing nut.

Tighten securely.

■ Close the cover of the band saw.

WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or

safety glasses with side shields to protect your
eyes while uncoiling band saw blades. Failure to
heed this warning could result In a serious eye
injury.

Wearing gloves, carefully uncoil the blade at
arms length. If the new blade was oiled to

prevent rusting, it may need to be wiped to keep
the oil from your workpiece. Carefully wipe in the
same direction the teeth are pointing so the rag

does not catch on the teeth of the saw blade.

TENSION ADJUSTING KNOB

FRONT COVER

OPEN

QUICK RELEASE KNOB

UPPER

WHEEL

SAW BLADE

BLADE GUIDE

ASSEMBLY

LOWER

BUDE

GUIDES

LOWER
WHEEL

Fig. 14

14

ADJUSTMENTS

ADJUSTING BLADE TENSION

See Figures 15, 16, and 17.

■ Turn off saw, remove switch key and unplug
saw.

WARNING: Failure to remove switch key and

unplug your saw could result in accidental

starting causing possible serious personal injury.

■ The tension adjusting knob is on the top of the
saw. Rotate the quick release knob (outer, larger

knob) 1/4 turn to the left or counterclockwise to
release blade tension. See Figure 15.

QUICK RELEASE KNOB

TO RELEASE

Fig. 15

■ Turn the tension adjusting knob (upper, smaller
knob) to the right or clockwise to increase
tension or raise the upper wheel. Turn it to the
left or counterclockwise to decrease tension on
blade or to lower upper wheel. See Figure 16.

Note: Adjustments of the blade tension can be made
at anytime. The quick release knob can be either
released or engaged while making adjustments with

the tension adjusting knob.

■ Rotate the quick release knob to the right or
clockwise 1/4 turn to engage tension before
using the band saw. See Figure 17.

■ To check the tension, raise the blade guide
assembly alt the way up exposing the blade.

■ Pushing the blade to the side with moderate

force, the blade should deflect approximately

1/8 in.

TENSION ADJUSTING KNOB

TO INCREASE

TENSION

TO DECREASE

TENSION

Fig. 16

QUICK RELEASE KNOB

TO ENGAGE

Fig. 17

Another method of checking the tension has to do
with the sound the blade makes when plucked like a
guitar string.

■ Pluck the back straight edge on the coasting side
opposite the blade guides while turning the
tension knob. Sound should be a musical note.

Sound becomes less flat as tension increases.
Sound decreases with too much tension.

Using either method to check tension requires knowing
your band saw and can be developed with practice.

■ Never tension the blade so tight as to completely
compress the spring. When completely com

pressed, the spring can no longer act as a shock

absorber.

Note: Be careful not to over tension the blade. Too
much tension may cause the blade to break. Too little
tension may cause the blade to slip on the wheels.

TRACKING THE BLADE

See Figure 16.

Note: Blade tension must be properly adjusted before
tracking the blade.

■ Open the front cover of the saw. Slowly turn the
upper wheel to the right or clockwise by hand
and watch the blade on the upper tire. If the
blade moves away from the center of the tire, the
tracking must be adjusted.

TO ADJUST:

■ Remove 1/8 in. hex key located in the holder
inside the front cover.

■ Insert the 1/8 in. hex key into the tracking adjust
ment screw located on the back of the saw
behind the upper wheel.

• If the blade moved toward the front of the saw '
turn the adjustment screw in (to the right or
clockwise) while turning the wheel by hand, until
the blade moves back and rides in the center of
the tire.

• If the blade moved away from the front of the
saw, turn the adjustment screw out (to the left or
counterclockwise) while turning the wheel by

hand, until the blade moves forward and rides in

the center of the tire.

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ADJUSTMENTS

■ Check the position of the blade on the lower tire.
The blade should be completely on the tire. If

not, adjust the tracking until the blade is on both

tires.

■ Rotate the upper wheel by hand in a clockwise

direction for a few more turns. Make sure the
blade stays in the same location on the tires.

Readjust if necessary, until blade is tracking

properly.

Note: The 1/8 in. blade may not track properly in the
center of the wheel. It may be better to track this
blade on the back half of the upper wheel.

■ Replace hex key in holder located inside of the
front cover. Close front cover.

BLADE ON

WHEEL

Rotate angle adjustment knob to tilt the table up
or down to align table 90’ to blade (O' position).
Tighten the table lock knob.

Using the 1/8 in. hex key, adjust the zero stop
set screw until the set screw just touches the
frame.

Check squareness of table to blade. Make
readjustments if necessary.

Loosen screw on scale indicator and align red
mark to zero on scale. See Figure 7, page 12.

Tighten all screws securely.

TURN
HEX KEY
TO LEFT

cz:^

TURN

HEX KEY

TO RIGHT

Fig. 18

ALIGNING THE TABLE SQUARE TO THE

BLADE

See Figure 19.

A WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that

couid cause possible serious personal injury,
turn off the saw, remove the switch key, and

unplug the saw before making adjustments.

■ From the back of the saw, push the lock lever
counterclockwise or to the left 1/4 turn to unlock

the blade guide assembly. See Figure 11, page

13.

■ Rotate the blade guide knob to move the blade
guide assembly all the way up. Return lock lever
to the upward position to lock assembly in place.

■ Loosen table lock knob. See Figure 7, page 12.
Place a small combination square on table
beside blade.

ADJUSTING THRUST BEARINGS, BLADE

GUIDE SUPPORT, AND BLADE GUIDES

See Figures 20,21, and 22.

The upper and lower blade guides and thrust bearings
support the band saw blade during cutting operations.
The adjustment of the guides and bearings should be
checked whenever a different blade is installed.

A WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that

could cause possible serious personal injury,
turn off the saw, remove the switch key, and

unplug the saw before making adjustments.

To Acljust Thrust Bearings

■ Adjust the thrust bearings first. Using the 1/8 in.
hex key, loosen the thrust bearing screw.

Note: The thrust bearing screw is the upper cap
screw located on the right side of the blade guide
assembly. It is the lower cap screw on the right side of
the frame below the table for the tower bearing.

16

ADJUSTMENTS

BLADE GUIDE

SUPPORT SCREW

THRUST BEARING

SCREW

BUDE GUIDE ASSEMBLY

Fig. 20

■ Move the thrust bearing to within 1/64 in. of the
blade. Tighten the thrust bearing screw securely.
Repeat this procedure on the lower thrust
bearing, located below the table.

Note: The thrust bearing is to support the back edge
of the blade while cutting. The blade should not
contact the bearings when you stop cutting. It is
important that both thrust bearings be adjusted
equally.

To Adjust Blade Guide Support

■ Next, adjust the position of the blade guide

support. Loosen the bottom screw on the right
side of the blade assembly using the hex key.

■ Slide the blade guide support on the shaft until
the front edge of the blade guides are about 1/64

in. behind the gullet of the blade. Tighten the
screw securely. Repeat this procedure for the
lower blade guide support.

Note: The lower blade guide support screw is the top
screw located on the right of the saw frame under the
table. See Figure 21.

SCREWS

LOWER BLADE GUIDE

'niRUST BEARING

Fig. 21

To AdlJust Blade Guides

The biade guides help keep the blade from twisting
and binding. Letting the blade teeth hit the blade
guides while using the band saw will ruin the blade.
The set of teeth and the sharpened edge of teeth will
be damaged by hitting the blade guides. Proper
adjustment of the upper and lower blade guides will
prevent this from happening.

■ Loosen the two blade guide screws that lock the
upper blade guides. Press the two guides evenly
near the sides of the blade leaving about 0.004
in. from the blade. (0.004 is the thickness of a

dollar bill.) Do not pinch the blade. Make sure
one guide is not further away from the biade than
the other. Release the guides and tighten both
screws securely.

■ Repeat this procedure on the lower blade guides

located under the table. See Figure 21.

BUDE GUARD REMOVED

FOR CLARIFICATION ONLY

'A WARNING: Never operate saw without blade

guard secured in place. To do so could result in
possible serious personal injury.

17

BASIC OPERATION

BASIC OPERATION OF THE BAND SAW

A band saw is basically a “curve cutting” machine. It
can also be used for straight-line cutting operations
such as cross cutting, ripping, mitering, beveling,
compound cutting, and resawing, it is not capable of
making inside or non through cuts.

This band saw is designed to cut wood and wood
composition products only.

For general type scroll cutting, follow the pattern lines
by pushing and turning the workpiece at the same
time. Do riot try to turn the workpiece white engaged
in the blade without pushing it; the workpiece could
bind or twist the blade. A cunred radius cut is best
performed by following the pattern line with the blade
while turning the workpiece. The blade should cut in
the middle of the pattern line since wood cutting band

saw blades are thin.

A WARNING: To avoid blade contact, adjust the

““ blade guide assembly to just clear the workpiece.

Failure to do so could result in serious personal

injury.

B Use both hands while feeding the work into the

blade. Hold the workpiece firmly against the
tabie. Use gentle pressure. Do not force the
work, but allow the blade to cut.

■ The smallest diameter circle that can be cut out
is determined by the width of the blade. A 1/4 in.

wide blade will cut a minimum diameter of

approximately 1-1/2 in. A 1/8 in. wide blade will
cut a minimum diameter of approximately 1/2 in.

Relief cuts are made when an intricate curve (too

small a radius for the blade) is to be cut. A relief cut is

made by cutting through the scrap section of work
piece to curve in pattern line, then carefully backing
blade out. Several relief cuts should be made for
intricate curves, then follow pattern line as sections
are cut off of curve “relieving” blade pressure.

■ Avoid injury from unexpected saw move
ment:

• Put the saw on a firm level surface with plenty of
room for handling and properly supporting the

workpiece.

Make sure table is level and saw does not rock.

• Bolt the saw to the support surface to prevent
slipping, walking or sliding during operations like
cutting long, heavy boards.

Turn saw off, remove switch key, and unplug
cord before moving the saw.

Avoid injury from jams, slips or thrown

pieces:

Choose right size and style blade for material

and the type of cut you plan to do.
USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

The use of improper accessories may cause risk
of injury to persons.

Make sure the blade teeth point downward,
toward the table.

Make sure blade guides and thrust bearings are
properly adjusted.

Make sure blade tension is properly adjusted.
Make sure table lock knob is tight and no parts

have excessive play.
Always adjust the blade guide assembly to just

clear the workpiece to avoid accidental blade
contact, minimize blade breakage and provide

maximum blade support.

Use extra caution with large, very small or
awkward workpieces:

Use extra supports (tables, saw horses, blocks,
etc.)

Never use a person as a substitute for a table
extension, or as additional support for a work

piece that is longer or wider than the basic saw

table, or to help feed, support or pull the work

piece.

When cutting irregularly shaped workpieces, plan

your work so it will not pinch the blade. For
example, a piece of molding must lay flat on the
table. Workpieces must not twist, rock, or slip
while being cut.

Properly support round material such as dowel
rods, or tubing. They have a tendency to roll
during a cut, causing the blade to "bite." To
avoid this, always use a “V" block or clamp

workpiece to a miter gage.

Cut only one workpiece at a time.
Clear everything except the workpiece and

related support devices off the table before

turning the saw on.

18

BASIC OPERATION

Plan the way you will hold the workpiece

from start to finish:

Do not hand hold pieces so small that your

fingers will go under the blade guard. Keep your

hands away from the blade.

Avoid awkward operations and hand positions
where a sudden slip could cause serious injury
from contact with the blade. Never place hands
in path of blade.

WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with your
saw make you careless. Remember that a
careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict
severe injury.

When saw is running:

Before starting your cut, watch the saw while it
runs. If you experience excessive vibration or
unusual noise, stop immediately. Turn the saw
off, and remove switch key. Unplug the saw. Do
not restart until locating and correcting problem.

Before freeing any jammed material:

Turn switch OFF.
Wait for all moving parts to stop.
Remove switch key.
Unplug the saw.

When backing up the workpiece, the blade
may bind in the kerf (cut). This is usually
caused by sawdust clogging up the kerf or
because the blade comes out of the guides. If
this happens:

Turn switch OFF.
Wait for all moving parts to stop.
Remove switch key.
Unplug the saw.
Open band saw cover.
Wedge the kerf open with a flat blade screw

driver or wooden wedge.
Turn the upper wheel by hand while backing up

the workpiece.

Before removing ioose pieces from the table,
turn saw off and wait for all moving parts to
stop.

Before leaving the saw:

Wait for all moving parts to stop.
Remove the switch key. Store it away from

children and others not qualified to use the tool.
Unplug the saw.
Make workshop child-proof. Lock the shop.

19

MAINTENANCE

A WARNING: When servicing, use only identical

** Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other

part may create a hazard or cause product
damage.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

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.

■ Keep your band saw clean.

■ Remove sawdust from the inside frequently.

■ Do not allow pitch to accumulate on the table,
blade guides, or thrust bearings. Clean them with
gum and pitch remover.

■ Apply a thin coat of automobile type wax to the
table top so the wood slides easily while cutting.

Also apply wax to the inside surfaces of the
angle bracket.

A WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that

** could cause possible serious personal injury,

turn off the saw, remove the switch key, and
unplug the saw before working on the band saw.

TIRES

To properly and safely maintain the wheel tires, the
blade should be removed from the band saw. The
tires should be kept clean. When the tires become
worn they should be replaced.

■ Pitch and sawdust that accumulates on the tires
should be removed with a fine wire brush or a
piece of wood. Do not use a sharp knife or any
kind of solvent.

■ Remove the blade guard, the saw blade, and the
worn tires. Stretch the new tires around each
wheel.

BLADE GUIDES

See Figure 22, on page 17.

■ The blade guides may become rounded and
worn during use. Remove the blade guides and
file or grind flat.

■ Replace the guides when filing or grinding has
worn down guides and they can no longer be

properly secured in place.

MOTOR/ELECTRICAL

■ Frequently vacuum or blow out any sawdust from
the motor.

A WARNING: If the power cord is worn, cut, or

damaged in any way, have it replaced immedi
ately by a qualified service technician at a Sears
store. Failure to do so could result in serious
personai injury.

A WARNING: To avoid fire or electrocution,

reassemble electric parts with only identical
Craftsman replacement parts. Reassemble
exactly as originally assembled.

BRUSHES

See Figures 23 and 24.

A WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that

could cause possible serious personal injury,
turn off the saw, remove the switch key, and

unplug the saw before working on the band saw.

There are two brushes located inside the saw’s cover,
one next to each wheel. They help protect the tires
and wheels by brushing off saw dust. As the brushes

become worn, they will need to be adjusted or re
placed.

■ Loosen the screw to slide the brush and holder
toward the wheel. The brush should just touch
the wheel.

MAINTENANCE

Carefully pull the brush straight off of the brush
holder to replace the brush. Push the new brush

on the holder until you hear it snap In place.

Remove the screw to replace both bmsh and
holder.

BRUSH HOLDER

BRUSH

Place new drive belt on the pulley. As you return
pulley to pulley shaft, place drive belt over motor
pulley. Position the pulley on the raised portion of
the pulley shaft.

Return the wheel to the pulley shaft. For correct
orientation of wheel, notice that the screw holes
on the wheel are all in recessed areas. These
must align with the screw holes on the pulley.

Replace the screws and tighten to secure wheel.
Put the shim (washer) and retaining ring back on

the pulley shaft.

Replace the saw blade. Check thrust bearings
and blade guides.

LOWER WHEEL

RETAINING RING

PULLEY SHAFT

Fig. 24

DRIVE BELT

See Figure 25.

WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that

could cause possible serious personal injury,

turn off the saw, remove the switch key, and

unplug the saw before working on the band saw.

Due to wear or breakage, the drive belt may need to
be replaced. The drive belt is located behind the lower
wheel of the band saw.

■ Remove the saw blade and set it aside. See

section on Installing and Adjusting Saw Blade.

■ Using retaining ring pliers, remove the retaining

ring from the lower wheel.

■ Remove the shim (washer).

■ Remove the 3 screws in the wheel and slide the

wheel off of the pulley shaft.

-Remove the pulley and worn drive belt.

SHIM

(WASHER)

MOTOR PULLEY

DRIVE BELT

PULLEY

Fig. 25

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.

21

TROUBLESHOOTING

A WARNING: For your own safety, turn switch Off, remove switch key and unplug the saw from power supply

before adjusting or aligning your band saw.

PROBLEM

Motor will not run.

Blade does not run in the approxi

mate center of the upper wheel.

Band Saw slows down when

cutting.

Blades breaking.

CAUSE

1. Problem with On-Off switch or
power cord.

2. Motor Defective.

1. Not tracking properly.

1. Cutting too small a radius.

2. Dull blade.

1. Too much tension.

2. Kink in blade caused by cutting
too small a radius or turning the
material too fast when cutting.

3. Thrust bearings scarred or not
rotating.

SOLUTION

1. Have worn parts replaced

before using Band Saw again.

2. Do not attempt any repair.
Have repaired by a qualified
service technician at a Sears
store.

1. Adjust tracking, See Adjust
ments section Tracking the

Blade.

1. Stop feeding, and back up the
material slightly, until the band
saw speeds up.

2. Replace blade.

1. Adjust tension. See Adjust

ments section Adjusting Blade

Tension.

2. Use correct cutting technique.

See section Basic Operation
of the Band Saw.

3. Replace the thrust bearings.

Saw is noisy when running.

Blade will not cut straight.

Blade guides will not stay in
position.

1. Too much blade tension.

2. Blade guides and backup

bearings are in contact with the
blade.

1. Blade guides and bearings not

properly adjusted.

2. Worn or defective blade.

1. Blade guide screws have
loosened.

1. Adjust blade tension. See

Adjustments section Adjusting
Biade Tension.

2. Adjust upper and lower blade
guides and bearings. See
Adjustments section Adjusting

Thrust Bearings, Blade Guide

Support, and Biade Guides.

1. Adjust upper and lower blade

guides and bearings. See
Adjustments section Adjusting

Thrust Bearings, Blade Guide
Support, and Blade Guides.

2. Replace blade.

1. Tighten blade guide screws
securely.

22

23

CRAFTSMAN BAND SAW - MODEL NO. 315.214490

The model number will be found on a plate attached to the frame. Always mention the model

number in all correspondence regarding your BAND SAW or when ordering repair parts.

F4GURE A

24

CRAFTSMAN BAND SAW - MODEL NO. 315.214490

The model number will be found on a plate attached to the frame. Always meritlon the model
number in all correspondence regarding your BAND SAW or when ordering repair parts.

SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE A

Key

No.

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20

Part

Number

STD541610
977095-001
977079-001
977085-001
977027-001
977028-001
977030-001
977092-001
977031-001
977093-001

977086-001

STD541025

977033-001
977032-001
977105-001
977029-001

977065-001
977087-001
977088-001

820193-005

Description

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

• Screw (1/4-20 X 3/4 in. Truss Hd.).....................

* Screw (1/4-20 X 5/8 in. Socket Hd.)......................

* Screw (1/4-20 X 7/8 in. Flat Hd.)

Throat Plate

Table

................................................

Table Lock Knob

Washer...................................................

Spindle....................................................

Washer (Shim)
Scale

..............................................

** Hex Nut (1/4-20).....................................

Angle Adjustment Shaft

Angle Bracket..........................................

Washer (Shim)
Angle Adjustment Knob

Spring...................................................

Washer (M6)
Retaining Ring

* Hex Key 1/8 in. (Item No. 9-28135)

.....................................

.................................

.....................................

....................................

........................................

................................................

........................

.

.............................

..................................

......................

.

...................

Quan.

1

■

* Standard Hardware Hern - May Be Purchased Locally

**

Available From Division 98 - Source 980.00

______________

25

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CRAFTSMAN BAND SAW - MODEL NO. 315.214490

Tbe model number will be found on a plate attached to the frame. Always mention the model

number in all correspondence regarding your BAND SAW or when ordering repair parts.

FIGURE B

26

CRAFTSMAN BAND SAW - MODEL NO. 315.214490

The model number wilt be found on a plate attached to the frame. Always mention the model

number in all correspondence regarding your BAND SAW or when ordering repair parts.

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE B

Key Part
No. Number Description Qiian.

1 977084-001 Ckjver Plate

2 977083-001 * Screw (M4 x 8 Pan Hd.)............................................................7

3 977058-001 Cord...................................................................................... 2

4 STD551208 ** Washer (M4)........................................................................ 1

5 977082-001 ' Cord Clamp......................................................................................1

6 977056-001 Condenser

7 STD51008 *• Washer (M8)...........................................................................2

8 STD52008 ** Spring Washer (M8)

9 STD835020 " Hex Bolt {M8 X 1.25 x 20)

10 977367-001 Motor......................................................................................1

11 977045-001 Motor Pulley

.......................................................................

...........................................................................

...............................................................

......................................................

.........................................................................

1

1

3

2

2

NOTE: "A" - The assembly shown represents an Important part of the Electrical System. To avoid the

possibility of alteration or damage to the System, service should be performed by your

nearest Siears Repair Center. Contact your nearest Sears Retail Store for Service Center
information.

* Standard Hardware Item — May Be Purchased Locally

** Available From Division 98 - Source 980.00

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CRAFTSMAN BAND SAW - MODEL NO. 315.214490

r

Key

No. Number

1
2
3
4
5 977074-001

6 977073-001
7
8
9

10

11

12
13
14
15

to

(O

16

17
18
19
20 976999-001

21

22
23
24
25
26

27
28
29 977079-001
30 977070-001

31 977069-001

32
33 STD840610

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CRAFTSMAN BAND SAW - MODI

Part

Description

977062-001
977103-001 Lock Pin
977063-001

977071-001

Cover Tab

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Clip..........................................................

Hand Warning Label

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Warning Label.........................................

Logo Plate................................................

976996-001
977009-001
977081-001
977010-001
977057-001
977365-001
977064-001 Spring
976997-001
977080-001 Retaining Ring
977104-001
977078-001 Ball Bearing (6000 zz)
977076-001
976998-001

STD510525

977043-001
977044-001
STD541031

Front Cover..............................................

Tension Adjustment Knob........................

Roll Pin

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Quick Release Knob...............................

Quick Release Cam................................

Tension Adjustment Shaft

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Tire..............................................

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Washer (Shim)

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Blade Selection Label..............................

Upper Wheel

Upper Shaft..............................................

**

Screw (1/4-20 X 3/8 in. Pan Hd.)
Upper Wheel Bracket
Upper Wheel Support

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Hex Nut (5/16 in.)

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977098-001 Rivet.........................................................

977037-001 Hinge
977366-001
STDS1008

**

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Frame

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Washer (M8)

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Screw (1/4-20 x 5/8 in. Socket Hd.)..........

STD852006

Tension Adjustment Label
Lock Lever Label

**

Spring Washer (M6).................................

**

Hex Nut (M6)............................................

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EL NO. 315.2 !1^

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE C

Key Part

Quan.

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2

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2

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1

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1

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1

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1

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1

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2

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1

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4 54

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1

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1

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1

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8

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2

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1

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1

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1

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1 64

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1

41
42
43
44
45
46
47

48
49
50
51
52
53

55
56
57
58
59
60

61
62
63

65

No.

34
35

36
37
38
39
40

STD541031
STD52008
977090-001
977089-001
977060-001

STD952005
977091-001
977072-001
977023-001

977097-001
977036-001 Base
STD835020
STD852008
STD851008

977101-001
977100-001
977053-001
977102-001
977052-001
977051-001
977050-001

977024-001
977020-001
977026-001
977049-001
977047-001
977083-001
977046-001
977048-001

968303-053
976863-001

Number

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M90 ————

Description

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Hex Nut (5/16-18)

**

Spring Washer (M8)
Screw (10-24 x 1/2 in. Hex, Hd.)

*

Screw (M5 X 8 Pan.Hd.)...................

Scale Indicator..................................

**

Spring Washer (M5)

*

Hex Lock Nut (M5)............................

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Data Plate.........................................

Bearing Pin

Thrust Bearing

**

Bolt (M8 X 20 Hex Hd.)

Spring Washer (M8)..........................

**

Washer (M8)
Blade (59-1/4 in.)
Retaining Ring
Washer (Shim)

Sleeve Bearing..................................

*

Screw (M4 X 10 Pan Hd.)
Lower Wheel
Pulley

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Pulley Shaft......................................

Blade Guide
Blade Guide Support
Blade Guide
Drive Belt

Brush..................................................

*

Screw (M4 X 8 Pan Hd.)
Brush Holder

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Switch Plate.......................................

Switch (Includes Key No. 65)

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Switch key (Item No. 9-22255)

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Quan.

1
1

4

1
1
1
1

1

1
1

1

2
2

2
1
1
1

1

3

1

1
1

1

1

1

4

2

1

1

1

*

Standard Hardware Item — May Be Purchased Locally

**

Available From Division 98 - Source 980.00

*** Available at your nearest Sears Retail Store.

CO

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CRAFTSMAN BAND SAW - MODEL NO. 315.214490

FIGURE D

CRAFTSMAN BAND SAW - MODEL NO. 315.214490

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

03

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Key

No.

1 977026-001 Blade Guide

2 977020-001 Blade Guide Support
3 977090-001

4 977025-001 Blade Guard...........................................................................................................................1

5 977024-001
6
7 977023-001 Bearing Pin
8 977096-001
9 977022-001

10 977106-001

11 977021-001

12 977019-001 Cam.......................................................

13 977018-001

Part
Number Description

* Screw (10-32 X 1/2 in. Hex Cap)

Blade Guide

977097-001 Thrust Bearing.....................................

* Bolt

Blade Guard Support............................................................................................................1

* Screw (10-24 X 3/8 in. Pan Hd.)

Pinion

Lock Lever

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE D

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Quan.

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2
1

14 977017-001 Blade Guide Knob...............................

15
16 977087-001
17

*

Standard Hardware Item

977066-001 Spring

STD541425
972000-488 Owner's Manual

Washer (M6) .......................................

" Lock Nut (1/4-20)

— May Be Purchased Locally

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** Available From Division 98 - Source 980.00

1

1

For the repair or replacement parts you need

delivered directly to your home

Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week

1-800-366-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

For repair service

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1 -800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7247)

For the location of a

Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

Thfi model number of this tool will be found on a serial plate

attached to the motor housing. When requesting service or

ordering parts, always provide the following information:

• Product Name
9 in.
Band Saw

• Part Name

• Model Number

315.214490

• Part Number

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