Craftsman 315.228110 User Manual

Owner's Manual

10 in.

TABLE SAW

Model No.

315.228110

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^ CAUTION: Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product.

Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188

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

Visit the Craftsman web page:

972000-713

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www.sears.com/craftsman

Safety Features

Assembly

Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

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WARRANTY

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TABLE SAW

If this CRAFTSMAN Table 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

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.

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 a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields, available at Sears Retail Stores.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

Table Of Contents.............................................................................................................................................. 2-3

Rules For Safe Operation................................................................................................................................. 4.0

Electrical................................................................................................................................................................ y

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

Unpacking and Accessories............................................................................................................................. g

Loose Parts List............................................................................................................................................10^11

Tools Needed...................................................................................................................................................... .|2

Features.......................................................................................................................................................... 13-15

Assembly....................................................................................................................................16-20

A. Assembly Of Leg Stand, Storage Brackets, and Mounting To Saw

Assembling Leg Stand........................................................................................................................................................ .|0

Assembling Storage Brackets................................................................................................................... , '........................17

Mounting The Leg Stand On The Table Saw Base...................................................17

B. Assembly Of Rails, Tables, and Fences........................................................................................................................18-19

To Install Front and Back Rail......................................................................................................................................... 18

To Install Miter Table and Fence.......................................................................................................................................... 18

To Install Accessory Table and Rip Fence.........................................................................................................................19

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TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT.)

C. Blade Check and Blade Guard Assembly...................................................................................................................19-20

To Check Saw Blade Installation ..........................................................................................................................................19

To Install Blade Guard............................................................................................................................................................20

Operation............................................................................................................................................................................ 21-33

A. General Information..............................................................................................................................................................21

Grounding..............................................................................................................................................................................21

Types Of Cuts.....................................................................................................................................................................21-22

Cutting Tips............................................................................................................................................................................22

B. Settings and Adjustments................................................................................................................................................23-28

To Remove The Blade...........................................................................................................................................................23

To Check Replace Or Adjust The Riving Knife and Blade Guard Assembly...................................................................24

1. Remove The Throat Plate.........................................................................................................................................24

To Reduce The Risk Of Kickback........................................................................................................................................25

To Avoid Kickback.................................................................................................................................................................25

To Make A Push Stick...........................................................................................................................................................26

Featherboard..........................................................................................................................................................................26

How To Make A Featherboard.............................................................................................................................................26

How To Mount A Featherboard............................................................................................................................................26

To Adjust Blade Depth...........................................................................................................................................................27

To Adjust Blade Angle...........................................................................................................................................................27

To Set The Scale To The Blade...........................................................................................................................................27

To Lock Miter Table...............................................................................................................................................................28

C. Making Cuts......................................................................................................................................................................28-33

To Make A Straight Cross Cut........................................................................................................................................28-29

To Make A Miter Cut..............................................................................................................................................................29

To Make A Straight Rip Cut..................................................................................................................................................29

To Make A Bevel Cross Cut...................................................................................................................................................30

To Make A Bevel Rip Cut................................................................................................................................................30-31

To Make A Compound Miter Cut.......................................................................................................................................... 31

To Make A Large Panel Cut

To Make Non-Through Cuts..................................................................................................................................................32

To Make Dado Cuts................................................................................................................................................................33

Maintenance...........................................................................................................................................................................34-36

A. General Maintenance.............................................................................................................................................................34

B. Specific Table Saw Maintenance...................................................................................................................................34-36

To Set Blade At 0 Or 45 Degrees..........................................................................................................................................34

To Check The Alignment Of The Rip Fence To The Blade...............................................................................................35

To Adjust The Bevel Locking Lever.......................................................................................................................................35

To Align The Miter Locking Clamps...................................................................................................................................... 36

To Adjust The Front and Rear Rail Clamps........................................................................................................................36

To Adjust The Accessory Table.............................................................................................................................................36

Sliding Miter Table Assembly...............................................................................................................................................37-41

Checking Sliding Miter Table Assembly.....................................................................................................................................38

To Check Miter Base Parallelism..........................................................................................................................................38

To Check Miter Fence Alignment..........................................................................................................................................39

Making Adjustments To Sliding Miter Table Assembly.....................................................................................................39-41

To Adjust The Miter Base.......................................................................................................................................................39

To Adjust The Miter Fence.....................................................................................................................................................40

To Adjust Quick Stop.............................................................................................................................................................41

Lubrication................................................................................................................................................................................... 42

Locker Bracket Assembly.............................................................................................................................................................42

Tilt / Elevating Mechanism...........................................................................................................................................................42

Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................................................................... 44-45

Exploded View and Repair Parts List...................................................................................................................................46-53

Parts Ordering / Service...............................................................................................................................................back page

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do'not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident

prevention measures.

SYMBOL

A A A

Note:

MEANING

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.

DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others.

Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others.

Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to

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

Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

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 or repair center. 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, electrical shock, or serious personal injury. Save the 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.

■ 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.

■ MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF with

padlocks and master switches or by removing starter keys.

■ 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 white operating.

■ KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered

work areas and work benches invite accidents.

DO NOT

saw while it is in operation.

leave tools or pieces of wood on the

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools

sharp and clean for better and safer perfor mance. Follow instructions for lubricating and

changing accessories,

USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not

force the tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed for. Use it only the way it was intended.

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.

NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could

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

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

■ DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

■ SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It’s safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool.

■ USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. Use only a cord 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 14 is recommended for an extension cord 25 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.

■ AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.

■ REMOVE WRENCHES AND ADJUSTING KEYS. Get in the habit of checking - before

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

■ CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before using the

tool again, check any damaged parts, including guards, for proper operation and performance. Check alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, saw stability, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A damaged part must be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified service technician at a Sears store or repair center to avoid risk of personal injury.

■ 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 front of the table.

■ USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Using improper accessories may risk injury.

■ USE ONLY SEARS REPLACEMENT PARTS.

All repairs, whether electrical or mechanical, should be made by a qualified service technician at a Sears store or repair center.

■ KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working

order. This includes the blade guard, riving knife, and anti-kickback pawls.

■ CHECK DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into

a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.

■ 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.

■ DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job

better and more safely at the rate for which it was designed.

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

leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

■ BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE MOTOR;

unplug the saw from power supply.

^ WARNING: When servicing, use only identical

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

■ NEVER USE THIS TOOL IN AN EXPLOSIVE

ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor

could ignite fumes.

■ 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 this tool.

■ 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 or repair center.

■ GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by

preventing body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.

■ GROUND ALL TOOLS. See Electrical page.

■ WEAR A DUST MASK to keep from inhaling fine

particles.

■ PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing

protection during extended periods of operation.

■ 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.

■ 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.

■ ALWAYS SUPPORT LARGE WORK PIECES

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

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

■ GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK. Kickback can

occur when the blade stalls, driving the work piece back toward the operator. It can pull your hand into the blade, resulting in serious personal injury. Stay out of the blade path and turn switch off immediately if blade binds or stalls.

■ USE A SUPPORT FOR THE SIDES AND BACK

•OF THE SAW TABLE when sawing wide or long

workpieces. Use a sturdy “outrigger” support if a table extension is more than 24 inches long and is attached to the saw, to prevent tipping.

■ CUT ONLY WOOD, PLASTIC OR WOOD-LIKE

MATERIALS. Do not cut metal.

■ NEVER cut more than one piece at a time. DO

NOT STACK more than one workpiece on the

saw table at a time.

■ 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.

■ NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION FREE HAND. Always place the workpiece to be cut on

the saw table and position it firmly against the fence as a backstop.

■ USE THE RIP FENCE. Always use a fence or

straight edge guide when ripping.

■ BEFORE MAKING A CUT, be sure all adjust

ments are secure.

■ BE SURE THE BLADE PATH IS FREE OF

NAILS. Inspect for and remove all nails from

lumber before cutting.

BE SURE THE BLADE CLEARS THE

WORKPIECE. Never start the saw with the blade

touching the workpiece.

■ KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA.

Do not reach underneath work or in blade cutting path with your hands and fingers for any reason. Always turn the power off.

■ USE A PUSH BLOCK OR PUSH STICK for

workpieces so small that your fingers go under the blade guard. NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving parts during use, for any reason.

^ WARNING: Blade coasts after being turned off.

ALLOW THE MOTOR TO COME UP TO FULL SPEED before starting a cut to avoid blade

binding or stalling.

ALWAYS PUSH THE WORKPIECE; never pull it

toward the saw.

DO NOT FEED THE MATERIAL TOO QUICKLY.

Do not force the workpiece against the blade.

ALWAYS TURN OFF SAW before disconnecting

it, to avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to power supply. NEVER leave the table saw unattended while connected to a power source.

BEFORE CHANGING THE SETUP, REMOVING COVERS, GUARDS, OR BLADE; unplug the

saw from power supply.

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.

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

stalling and kickback.

USE ONLY OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS.

Use only extension cords with the marking “Acceptable for use with outdoor appliances; store cords indoors while not in use.” Use extension cords with an electrical rating not less than the saw’s rating. Always disconnect the extension cord from the outlet before disconnect ing the product from the extension cord.

INSPECT TOOL CORDS AND EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and, if damaged, have

repaired by a qualified service technician at a Sears store or repair center. Stay constantly aware of cord location and keep it well away from the moving blade.

DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to

disconnect it from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

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

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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 consid erable distance from the power source, use an extension 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 14 26-100 feet 12

When working with the tool outdoors, use an exten sion cord that is designed for outside use. This is indicated by the letters

Before using an extension cord, inspect it for loose or exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.

WA on the cord's jacket.

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 Table 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.

SPEED AND WIRING

The no-load speed of your table saw is approximately 4,800 rpm. This speed is not constant and decreases

under a load or with lower voltage. For voltage, the

wiring in a shop is as important as the motor's horse

power rating. A line intended only for lights cannot

properly carry a power tool motor. Wire that is heavy enough for a short distance will be too light for a greater distance. A line that can support one power tool may not be able to support two or three tools.

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 eiectric 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

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.

WARNING: Electrical shock can kilt.

COVER OF GROUNDED

OUTLET BOX

Figure 1

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GLOSSARY OF TERiVIS FOR WOODWORKING

Anti-Kickback Pawls

Toothed safety devices behind the blade designed to stop a workpiece from being kicked back at the operator during a ripping operation.

Arbor

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

Bevel Cut

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

Compound Cut

A cut with both a miter angle and a bevel angle.

Crosscut

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

Dado

A non-through cut that gives a square notch or trough;

requires a special blade.

Featherboard

A device to help guide workpieces during rip cuts.

Freehand (for table saw)

Dangerous practice of making a cut without using rip or miter fences. See Safety Rules.

Gum

A sticky, sap-based residue from wood products.

Heel

Alignment of the blade.

Kerf

The materia! removed by the blade in a through cut or the slot produced by the blade in a non-through cut.

Kickback

A hazard that can occur when blade binds or stalls,

throwing workpiece back toward operator.

Leading End

The end of the workpiece pushed into the cutting tool first.

Miter Cut

A cutting operation made with the miter gage using any angle other than 0° on the miter gage.

Molding

A non-through cut that gives a varied shape to the workpiece and requires a special blade.

Push Stick

A device used to feed the workpiece through the saw to help keep the operator's hands well away from the blade.

Push Block

A device used for non-through cut type operations to help keep the operator's hands away from the blade.

Rabbet

A notch in the edge of a workpiece.

Resaw

A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the workpiece in order to make thinner pieces.

Resin

A sticky, sap-based substance.

Rip Cut

A cut made with the grain of the workpiece.

Saw Blade Path

The area directly in line with the blade — over, under, behind, or in front of it. Also, the workpiece area which will be or has been cut by the blade.

Set

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

Throw-Back

Saw throwing back a workpiece; similar to kickback.

Through Sawing

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

Trailing End

The workpiece end last cut by the blade in a rip cut.

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.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Blade Arbor

Blade Diameter Blade Tilt Net Weight Without Leg Stand Net Weight With Leg Stand

CRRFTXMRN* TABLE SAW 315.226110

5/8 in. Rating

10 in.

O’ - 45’

75 lbs. 97 lbs.

Input No Load Speed Cutting Capacity with Cutting Capacity with

120 V, 60 H z-AC only

Miter at O’/Bevel O’: Miter at OVBevel 45'

15 Amperes

4,800 RPM

3-9/16 in.

2-1/2 in.

UNPACKING

Your new table saw has been designed to give you many years of high quality performance. To insure this goal< proper care and treatment is important. Careful treatment begins with removing all parts from the carton and checking them against the list of loose parts.

Your table saw is shipped complete in one carton and includes a teg stand, two table extensions, a rip fence, a miter fence with adjusting clamp, a blade guard, rails and hardware.

■ Separate the saw and all parts from the packing materials and check each against the packing list,

especially the small parts that can be hidden in the

packing material.

Note: Do not discard the packing materials until you

have carefully inspected the saw, identified all parts, and satisfactorily operated your new saw.

If you are missing a part, check the packaging before contacting Sears.

If any parts are missing, do not attempt to assemble your table saw, plug in the power cord, or turn the switch on until the missing parts are obtained and are installed

correctly. Complete parts lists are located at the end of this manual. Use these lists to identify the part number of any missing part. Contact your Sears Service Center or Retail store and get the missing part(s) before assembling and trying to use your saw.

WARNING: Never use gasoline, naptha, or

other highly volatile solvents. Do not ever let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or penetrating oils contact plastic parts. Such chemicals can weaken or destroy plastic.

A WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that

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

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.

ACCESSORIES

The following recommended accessories are currently available at Sears Retail Stores.

Item No. 9-22210 Router Mounting Kit Item No. 9-22211 Miter Slot Table Item No. 9-22212 Zero Clearance Throat Plate Item No. 9-22213 Dado Throat Plate Item No. 9-22214 Micro-Position Rip-Fence Accessory Item No. 9-22215 Quick Fold Table Item No. 9-22216 Wide Table Kit DO NOT USE 7 in. WOBBLE DADOES Item No. 9-22217 Long Miter/Rip Fence

Item No. 9-22218 Air Floatation Table ^ complete assortment of blades for your saw are Item No, 9-22219 Wide Table Leg Set available at your nearest Sears Retail Store.

Item No. 9-22220 Miter Clamp Kit

WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous.

^ WARNING: To avoid risk of injury, use

recommended dado and zero clearance throat plate when employing a dado accessory.

CRHFTIMIIN* TABLE SAW 315.228110

LOOSE PARTS LIST

The following items are included with your Table Saw.

A. Storage Bracket.......................................................................4 h. Carriage Bolt (5/16-18 x 3/4 in.)

B. Screw (1/4-20 X 1/2 in. Pan Hd.)...........................................4 I. UpperBrace.........................................................................2

C. Lower Brace.............................................................................4 j. Hex Nut (1/4-20)..................................................................8

D. Hex Nut (5/16-18).................................................................32 K. Washer (1/4 in.).................................................................12

E. Washer (5/16 in.)...................................................................32 L. Bolt (1/4-20 x 3/4 in. Hex Hd.)

F. Leveling Foot...........................................................................4 M. Upper Side Brace...............................................................2

G. Leg.........................................................................................4

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LOOSE PARTS LIST

The following items are included with your Table Saw.

N. Front Rail..........................................................................1

O. Miter Fence Holder With Adjusting Clamp

P. Miter Fence With Miter Indicator

Q. Screw................................................................................1

R. Rip Scale Indicator..........................................................1

S. Hex Nut............................................................................1

T. End Plug (Front Rail)

U. End Plug (Rear Rail).......................................................2

V. Rip Fence ........................................................................1

W. Sliding Miter Table

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X. Blade Guard With Riving Knife

1 1

And Anti-Kickback Pawls

Y. Accessory Table..............................................................1

Z. Rear Rail AA. Large wrench

BB. Small wrench......................................................................i

CC. 3/32 in. Hex Key (Not Shown)

DD. 1/8 in. Hex Key (Not Shown)...........................................1

EE. 5/32 in. Hex Key (Not Shown).........................................1

FF. 3/16 in. Hex Key (Not Shown)

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CRAFTSMUN' table saw 31S.22B110

Figure 3

TOOLS NEEDED

The following tools are needed for assembly and alignment. Note: The four hex keys listed below have been provided with your saw. The remaining tools are typical shop tools and are not included with your saw.

3^ in. NUT DRIVER

SOCKET WRENCH

WITH 7/16 in. SOCKET

COMBINATION

— SQUARE

FRAMING SQUARE

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ADJUSTABLE WRENCH

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FLAT BLADE

SCREWDRIVER

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3/16 in. HEX KEY

3/4 in. —

WRENCH

5/32 in. HEX KEY

1/8 in. HEX KEY

3/32 in. HEX KEY

Figure 4

CRRFTXMRN' TABLE SAW 315.228110

FEATURES

Your saw is designed to perform as a versatile,

accurate, precision cutting tool that is easy to operate.

It is equipped with the following features for safety, ease of use, and high-quality performance;

a carbide tipped combination blade a bevel indicator to set the exact angle of the blade,

with locking lever an adjustable and reversible sliding miter table

an adjustable miter fence with miter indicator

an adjustable accessory table

an adjustable rip fence with scale indicator an adjustable riving knife (splitter) and blade guard

with anti-kickback pawls

front and rear guide rails with an easy-to-read scale

on front rail a dust exhaust (2-1/2 in. hole) that can be adapted

to a standard shop vacuum if desired blade adjusting handle to set depth of cut switch with lockable cover plate to help prevent

unauthorized use

• a leg stand These features provide ease of cutting with all types of

wood.

A WARNING: Before attempting to use your saw,

familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements.

OPERATING COMPONENTS

The upper portion of the blade projects up through the table, surrounded by an insert called the throat plate. To cut wood at a bevel, the blade must be tilted, using the blade adjustment handle, scale, and bevel indica tor found on the front of the cabinet. Inside the cabinet, adjustable positive stops control the degree of movement.

The sliding miter table assembly is used for all cross cutting operations. The miter fence is easily adjusted to cut wood at an angle by loosening the adjusting clamp, setting the fence to the miter scale, and retightening the clamp. The sliding miter table, which rests on a base mounted on the rails, can be reposi tioned along the rails for wide work. It can be reversed for ripping so the projecting base is in the back.

Your saw includes a rip fence and an accessory table. The accessory table can be moved from the right side of the saw to the left side as needed. The rip fence is used to position work that wili be cut lengthwise. A scale on the front rail shows the distance between the rip fence and the blade.

A CAUTION: The saw blade "coasts” after the

saw is turned off.

SPEED AND WIRING

The no-load speed of your table saw is approximately 4,800 rpm. The speed will not remain constant but will

be less under a load. The wiring in a shop is as important as the motor's horsepower rating. A line intended for lights only

will not properly carry a

power tool motor. Wire that is heavy enough for a

short distance will be too light for a greater distance. A line that can support one power tool may not be able to support two or three tools.

A_ WARNING: To prevent possible electrical

hazards, have a qualified electrician check the line if you are not certain that it is properly wired.

WARNING: Observe all normal safety

precautions related to avoiding electrical shock.

SAFETY DEVICES

Safety devices on your saw include the blade guard, the anti-kickback pawls, and the riving knife (also known as a splitter or spreader). The blade guard is a clear strong plastic shield designed to prevent acci dental contact with the blade. It also deflects any flying debris from within.

WARNING: Although many of the illustrations in

this manual are shown with the blade guard removed for clarity, do not operate the saw without the blade guard unless specifically instructed to do so.

The riving knife is a metal device directly behind and above the blade. It is used to help keep the cut wood from binding together and causing possible kickback. It

is very important to use the riving knife tor all throughsawing operations. The anti-kickback pawls are

toothed plates mounted on the riving knife. Their teeth

point away from the work in case the work should be pulled back, toward the operator. Then the teeth dig into the wood to help prevent or reduce the possibility of kickback.

Your saw features a receptacle on the right side of the

cabinet that permits use of accessories. Use only

accessories that are listed for use with this tool. When using a listed accessory, unplug the saw motor cord and use the receptacle and the saws main power switch to operate the accessory.

CRAFTSMAN' TABLE SAW 315.228110

KNOW YOUR TABLE SAW

FEATURES

BLADE GUARD

ANTI-KICKBACK

^ pawls

SLIDING

MITER TABLE THROAT PLATE

MITER

FENCE

MITER

FENCE HOLDER

STORAGE

8RACKET(S)

RIVING KNIFE

SAW BLADE

MITER SCALE

REAR RAIL

RIP FENCE

ACCESSORY TABLE

FRONT RAIL

LOCKING HANDLE

SWITCH WITH

LOCKABLE COVER

BLADE

ADJUSTING HANDLE

BEVEL

LOCKING LEVER

LEVELING FOOT

CRHFTSMRK' TABLE SAW 315.228110

Figure 5

POWER SWITCH

See Figure 6.

Your saw is equipped with a switch that utilizes a lockable switch cover to prevent unauthorized use.

With the saw turned Off, a padlock can be used to

secure the switch cover over the switch. This prevents anyone from starting your saw without removing the padlock, lifting the switch cover, and pressing the switch button.

TO TURN YOUR SAW ON:

■ Lift switch cover.

■ Press switch button.

■ Lower switch cover.

TO TURN YOUR SAW OFF:

■ (A) Press or push outside of switch cover, or (B) Lift switch cover and press switch button.

TO LOCK YOUR SAW SWITCH:

■ Raise switch cover.

■ Align metal loop through slot in switch cover while lowering switch cover.

■ Place shackle of padlock (not provided) through

the metal loop and close padlock.

FEATURES

SWITCH

COVER

SWITCH BUTTON

TO START

TO STOP(B

TO LOCK IN

OFF POSITION

PADLOCK

(NOT PROVIDED)

'STOP (A)

Figure 6

WARNING: Always make sure your workpiece

is not in contact with the blade before operating the switch to start the tool. Failure to heed this warning may cause the workpiece to be kicked back toward the operator and result in serious personal injury.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of accidental

starting, Always make sure the switch is in the

Off position before plugging tool into the power

source.

BLADES

See Figure 7.

For maximum performance, it is recommended that you use the Craftsman 40 tooth, 10 inch carbide tipped combination blade provided with your saw. It is a high-quality carbide tipped combination blade

suitable for ripping and crosscut operations. Other

recommended blades are listed in the accessory

section of this manual.

Check with your nearest Sears Retail Store for other

high quality blades as they become available.

CAUTION: Be sure to use only blades that are

rated tor at least 5,500 rpm and recommended

for use on this saw. Check with your nearest

Sears retail store.

CRflFTSHRN' TABLE SAW 315.226110

ASSEMBLY

Assembly is best done in the ares where the saw will be used. When you remove the table saw base, loose parts, and hardware from the packing materials, check all items with the loose parts list and drawing. If you are unsure about the description of any part, refer to the drawing. If any parts are missing, delay assembling until

you have obtained the missing part(s}.

A. ASSEMBLY OF LEG STAND, STORAGE

BRACKETS, AND MOUNTING TO SAW

ASSEMBLING LEG STAND

See Figures 8 and 9.

■ Take the following hardware from the leg stand hardware bag:

24 carriage bolts (5/16-18 x 3/4 in.)

4 leveling feet 32 flat washers (5/16 in.) 32 hex nuts (5/16-18)

Note: Remaining hardware from this bag is used for

mounting leg stand on the table saw base and mounting storage brackets to upper brace.

■ Take 4 legs and 8 braces from loose parts.

■ Place an upper side brace inside two of the tegs.

with the legs wide end up. (Upper side braces have two large holes in each end.) Make sure the two posts on the leg align with the small holes on the brace.

Align the two large holes on the brace and the

legs. Insert the carriage bolts. Add fiat washers and hex nuts and hand tighten. Repeat for the other upper brace. These are the front and back

sets. For the side sets, install a upper brace on two legs.

Add hardware and finger tighten. Repeat for the

other upper brace.

Use the same steps to install the lower braces.

Tighten all hex nuts with a 12 mm wrench.

Place a hex nut and flat washer on each leveling

foot. Install the leveling feet from the bottom of

ASSEMBLY

each leg with the bolts pointing up. Cap with the remaining flat washers and hex nuts but do not

tighten,

■ Move the leg set to desired location. Adjust the leveling feet with a 12 mm wrench, then tighten the top hex nut.

ASSEMBLING STORAGE BRACKETS

See Figure 8.

■ Take storage brackets from loose parts.

■ Take the following hardware from the leg stand hardware bag:

4 screws (1/4-20 x 1/2 in. Pan Hd.) 4 hex nuts (1/4-20} 4 washers (1/4 in.)

■ Place the saw table upside down on a smooth surface, such as cardboard, on the floor.

WARNING: Do not lift the saw without help.

The saw base weighs approximately 75 lbs. Hold it close to your body. Keep your knees bent and lift with your legs, not your back. Ignoring these precautions can result in back injury.

■ Place the leg stand on the table saw base. Align the holes in the table with the holes in the end braces.

■ Place a flat washer on a bolt and insert through hole. Add a flat washer and a hex nut. Hand tighten. See Figure 10.

■ Repeat for three remaining holes. Tighten all hardware with a 12 mm wrench. You may find it helpful to use one wrench to hold the head of the bolt and one to tighten the hex nut.

■ Secure storage brackets to upper braces of leg stand as shown in figures 8 and 9.

Note: If you mount the saw base on a bench instead

of the legs, go to the Assembly of Rails, Tables, Fences procedure. The bench surface must have an opening for sawdust to fall through, as large as the opening in the bottom of the saw base. A height of 36 in. from the top of the saw

table to the floor is recommended.

MOUNTING THE LEG STAND ON THE TABLE

SAW BASE

See Figure 10.

■ Take the following from a small hardware bag;

4 hex bolts (1/4-20 X 3/4 in.)

4 hex nuts (1/4-20) 8 flat washers (1/4-20 in.)

Note: This hardware was in the bag with hardware for

assembling the leg stand and leveling feet.

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