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: www.sears.com/craftsman

972000-713

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...........................................................................				16-17
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.......................	■........................................................................................................................	31
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	MEANING
	A	SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
		Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or
		pictographs.
	A	DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others.
	A	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.
	A	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 or repair center. Always use original factory replacement parts when servicing.

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 leave tools or pieces of wood on the saw while it is in operation.

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.

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.

m 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 WA on the cord's jacket.

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

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.

PIN

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	5/8 in.	Rating	120 V, 60 H z - A C only
Blade Diameter	10 in.	Input		15 Amperes
Blade Tilt	O’ - 45’	No Load Speed		4,800 RPM
Net Weight Without Leg Stand	75 lbs.	Cutting Capacity with	Miter at O’/Bevel O’:	3-9/16 in.
Net Weight With Leg Stand	97 lbs.	Cutting Capacity with	Miter at OVBevel 45'	2-1/2 in.

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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		^ WARNING: To avoid risk of injury, use
Item No. 9-22211 Miter Slot Table		recommended dado and zero clearance throat
Item No. 9-22212 Zero Clearance Throat Plate		plate when employing a dado accessory.
Item No. 9-22213 Dado Throat Plate
Item No. 9-22214 Micro-Position Rip-Fence Accessory
Item No. 9-22215 Quick Fold Table		DO NOT USE 7 in. WOBBLE DADOES
Item No. 9-22216 Wide Table Kit
Item No. 9-22217	Long Miter/Rip Fence	^ complete assortment of blades for your saw are
Item No. 9-22218	Air Floatation Table
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.

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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.)..................................	24
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.)............................................	4
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.

U

N.	Front Rail..........................................................................		1
O.	Miter Fence	Holder With Adjusting Clamp.................	1
P.	Miter Fence	With Miter Indicator.................................	1
Q.	Screw................................................................................		1
R.	Rip Scale Indicator..........................................................		1
S.	Hex Nut............................................................................		1
T. End Plug (Front Rail)......................................................			2
U.	End Plug (Rear Rail).......................................................		2
V.	Rip Fence ........................................................................		1
W.	Sliding Miter Table...........................................................		1

		Figure 3
X. Blade Guard With Riving Knife
	And Anti-Kickback Pawls..............................................	1
Y.	Accessory Table..............................................................	1
Z.	Rear Rail.........................................................................	1
AA.	Large wrench.................................................................	1
BB. Small wrench......................................................................		i
CC. 3/32 in. Hex Key (Not Shown)........................................		1
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).........................................		1

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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	FRAMING SQUARE
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		1 1 t i l l I 1 1 1 i l i l i l i t i l . i l 1 . 1 . 1 . i . l . l . l . t . l . i , 1 . 1 J . t . l . i -
		- -
	SOCKET WRENCH	ADJUSTABLE WRENCH
	WITH 7/16 in. SOCKET

		FLAT BLADE
m	€Si	SCREWDRIVER
COMBINATION
— SQUARE
	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

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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.

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FEATURES

KNOW YOUR TABLE SAW

BLADE GUARD	SAW BLADE
ANTI-KICKBACK	RIVING KNIFE
	MITER SCALE
^ PAWLS
SLIDING
MITER TABLE THROAT PLATE

MITER

FENCE

MITER

FENCE HOLDER

STORAGE 8RACKET(S)

LEVELING FOOT

REAR RAIL

RIP FENCE

ACCESSORY TABLE

FRONT RAIL

LOCKING HANDLE

SWITCH WITH

LOCKABLE COVER

BLADE

ADJUSTING HANDLE

BEVEL

LOCKING LEVER

Figure 5

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FEATURES

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.

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.

SWITCH

COVER

TO

'STOP (A)

SWITCH

BUTTON

TO START

TO STOP(B

TO LOCK IN

OFF POSITION

PADLOCK

(NOT PROVIDED)

Figure 6

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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.)

■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.

■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.

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