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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