Craftsman 315.22831 User Manual

Owner's Manual

10 in. Stationary

TABLE SAW

Model No.

315.228310

Save this manual for

future reference

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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

972000-524

10-98

• Safety

• Features

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

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FULLONEYEARWARRANTYONCRAFTSMANTABLESAW IfthisrRRFTSMRN Table Saw failsdue to a defect in material or workmanshipwithinone year fromthe date of

purchase.Sears will repair it, free ofcharge, Contacta Sears Service Center for repair.

If this productis used forcommercialor rentalpurposes,thiswarrantyappliesonlyfor 90 days fromthe date of purchase.

This warranty gives you specificlegal dghts,andyou may also have other rightswhichvary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 81"IWA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Yoursaw has many features for makingcuttingoperationsmorepleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance and dependabilityhave been given top priorityinthe design of thissaw making it easy to maintainand operate.

_, CAUTION: Carefully read throughthis entire owner's manual beforeusingyournew saw. Pay close

attentiontothe Rules For Safe Operation and all Safety Alert Symbols,includingDanger,Wam ng and Caution. If you useyour saw properlyand onlyfor what it isintended,you will enjoyyears of safe, reliable

service.

._ Look for thissymboltopoint outimportantsafety precautions.It means attention!!!Yoursafetyis involved.

WARNING:

The operationof any powertoolcan resultinforeign objects beingthrowninto youreyes, whichcan result in severe eye damage. Before beginningpowertool operation, always

wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shieldsand a full face shieldwhen needed. We recommenda Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standardsafety

glasses withside shields,available at Sears Retail Stores.

• Warranty and Introduction.............................................................................................................................. 2

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

• Rules For Safe Operation ........................................................................................................................... 4-6

• Electrical......................................................................................................................................................... 7

• Glossaryand ProductSpecifications............................................................................................................. 8

• Unpackingand Accessories........................................................................................................................... 9

• Loose Parts List...................................................................................................... ...................................... 10

• Small Parts List ....................................................................................................................................... 11-12

• Tools Needed ............................................................................................................................................... 13

• Labels...................................................................................................................................................... 14-15

• Features .................................................................................................................................................. 16-17

• Assembly................................................................................................................................................. 18-27

InstallingHandwheels onTable Saw Base .................................................................................................. 18

AssemblingLegStand ............................................................................................................................ 18-19

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MountingtheLegStandontheTableSawBase........................................................................................ 19

AssemblingTable Extensions...................................................................................................................... 20

AligningTable Extensions............................................................................................................................ 20

Installingthe Rear Rail ................................................................................................................................. 21

Installingthe FrontRail ................................................................................................................................ 22

AligningRip Fence and Front Rail ............................................................................................................... 23

Mountingthe Motor ...................................................................................................................................... 23

Installingthe Beltand Belt Guard ................................................................................................................ 24

Checkingthe Throat Plate............................................................................................................................ 24

Installingthe Blade Guard............................................................................................................................ 25

Aligningthe RivingKnifewith the Blade ...................................................................................................... 26

Checking Rip Fence and Blade Alignment .................................................................................................. 27

• Adjustments............................................................................................................................................. 28-32

Replacingthe Blade ..................................................................................................................................... 28

Heeling(Paralleling) the Sawblade to MiterGage Groove........................................ t............................ 29-30

Settingthe Bevel Stops and Indicator..................................................................................................... 30-31

Adjustingthe Miter Gage .............................................................................................................................. 31

Removing/ Replacing the Throat Plate ....................................................................................................... 32

• BasicOperation/bfthe Table Saw .......................................................................................................... 33-40

Causes of Kickback...................................................................................................................................... 33

AvoidingKickback ........................................................................................................................................ 33

Making CuttingAids ..................................................................................................................................... 33

Types of Cuts ............................................................................................................................................... 34

Making a Cross Cut ...................................................................................................................................... 35

Making a Rip Cut .......................................................................................................................................... 35

Making a Miter Cut ....................................................................................................................................... 36

Making a Bevel Cross Cut ............................................................................................................................ 36

Making a Bevel Rip Cut................................................................................................................................ 37

• Making a Compound (Bevel) Miter Cut........................................................................................................ 38

Making a Large Panel Cut ............................................................................................................................ 39

Making a Non-ThroughCut .......................................................................................................................... 39

Making a Dado Cut................................................. _..................................................................................... 40

• Maintenance................................................................................................................................................. 41

• Lubrication.................................................................................................................................................... 41

• Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................................... 42-44

• ExplodedView and Repair Parts List...................................................................................................... 46-63

• PartsOrdering / Service ................................................................................................................... back page

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The purpose ofsafety symbols isto attract yourattentionto possibledangers.The safety symbols,and the explanationswiththem, deserve your careful attentionand understanding.The safetywarningsdo not by

themselves eliminateany danger. The instructionsor warnings they give are not substitutesforproperaccident preventionmeasures.

SYMBOL MEANING

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicatesdanger, warning,orcaution,May be used inconjunctionwithothersymbolsor

pictographs.

Note:

DANGER: Failureto obey a safety warningwill resultin seriousinjurytoyourselforto others. Alwaysfollow the safetyprecautionsto reduce the riskoffire, electdcshockand personalinjury.

WARNING: Failureto obeya safetywarningcan resultinsedousinjuryto yourselfor to others. Always follow the safetyprecautionsto reduce the riskoffire, electdcshockand personal injury.

CAUTION: Failureto obey a safetywarningmay resultin propertydamageor personalinjuryto yourselfor to others.Alwaysfollowthe safety precautionsto reducetheriskoffire, electricshock and personalinjury.

Advisesyou of informationor instructionsvital to the operationor mainienance ofthe equipment.

IMPORTANT

Servicingrequiresextreme care and knowledgeofthe systemand shouldbe performedonly by a qualified servicetechnician.For servicewe suggestyoureturn the toolto yournearest Sears store or repaircenter. Always use originalfactory replacementpartswhen servicing.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the owner's

manual carefully. Learn the saw's applications and limitationsaswell as the specificpotential

hazards relatedto thistool. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRON-

MENT. Do not use powertoolsnear gasolineor otherflammable liquids,in damp or wet loca- tions,or expose them to rain. Keep the work

area well lit.

• MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF with

padlocksand master switches or by removing starter keys.

• KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visitorsshouldwear safety glasses and be kept a

safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors contacttoolor extensioncord whileoperating,

• KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered work areas and workbenches inviteaccidents,

DO NOT leave toolsorpieces of woodonthe saw while itis in operation,

_1= WARNING: Do notattemptto operatethistool

untilyouhave readthoroughlyand understand

completelyall instructions,safety rules, etc. containedin this manual. Failuretocomply can

resultin accidents involvingfire, electricalshock,

or seriouspersonalinjury.Save the owner's manual and reviewfrequently for continuingsafe

operation,and instructingotherswho may use this tool.

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for betterand safer perfor- mance. Followinstructionsfor lubricatingand changingaccessories.

USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not force the tool or attachmentto do ajob itwas not

designedfor. Use it onlythe way it was intended.

DRESS PROPERLY. Do notwear looseclothing, gloves, neckties, rings,bracelets,or other jewelry. They can getcaughtand draw you into

moving parts.Rubberglovesand nonslipfoot- wear are recommended.Alsowear protective hair coveringto containlonghair.

ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS. Everydayeyeglasses have only

impact-resistantlenses;theyare NOT safety glasses,

NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Seriousinjurycould occurif the toolis tippedor ifthe blade is unin- tentionallycontacted.

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BIULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued) B DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep properfooting and

balance at alltimes.

SECURE WORK. Use clampsor a viseto hold workwhen practical. It'ssaferthan usingyour

handand frees bothhandsto operatetool.

USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extensioncord isin goodcondition. Use only a cord heavyenoughto carrythe

currentyour productwilldraw. An undersized cordwillcause a drop in line voltage resultingin

lossof power and overheating. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 isrecommendedfor an extensioncord25 feet or less inlength.If in doubt,use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number,the heavierthe cord.

AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switchisoft when pluggingin.

REMOVE WRENCHES AND ADJUSTING

KEYS. Get inthe habit of checking- before

turningontool - that hexI_eysand adjusting wrenchesare removed from tool.

CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before usingthe toolagain, checkany damaged parts,including guards,for proper operationand performance. Check alignmentofmovingpads, bindingof

movingpads, breakage of pads, saw stability, mountingand any otherconditionsthat may

affect itsoperation.A damaged part must be

propedyrepairedor replaced bya qualified servicetechnicianat a Sears storeor repair

center to avoid riskofpersonalinjury.

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 improperaccessoriesmay riskinjury.

USE ONLY SEARS REPLACEMENT PARTS, Allrepairs,whether electdcalor mechanical,

shouldbe made bya qualifiedservicetechnician at a Sears storeor repaircenter.

KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working order.This includesthe blade guard, rivingknife,

and anti-kickbackpawls.

CHECK DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutteragainst the directionof rotation ofthe blade or cutter only,

DISCONNECT ALL TOOLS. When notinuse, before servicing,or when changingattachments,

blades, bits, cutters,etc., all toolsshouldbe disconnectedfrom power supply.

DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do tbe job better and more safely at the ratefor which it

was designed.

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

leave tool untilit comesto a complete stop.

BEFORE MOUNTING, DISCONNECTING OR REMOUNTING THE MOTOR; unplugthesaw and removethe switchkey.

WARNING: When servicing,useonly identical

Craftsman replacementpads. Use ofany other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.

NEVER USE THIS TOOL IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparkingof the motor

could ignitefumes.

MAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE

LIGHTING to see the workand that noobstruc-

tionswillinterferewithsafe operation BEFORE performingany workusingthistool.

DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches

replaced by a qualifiedservicetechnician at a Sears store or repaircenter.

GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by

preventingbodycontactwith grounded surfaces

such as pipes, radiators,ranges,refrigerator

enclosures.

GROUND ALL TOOLS. See Electricalpage. WEAR A DUST MASK to keep from inhalingfine

particles. PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing

protectiondudngextended periodsof operation.

DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL WHILE UN- DER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL,

OR ANY MEDICATION.

STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL, Watch whatyou are doingand use common

sense, Do not operate tool when you ere tired. Do not rush.

AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND POSITIONS where asudden slip couldcause

your hand to moveintothe blade.ALWAYS make sureyou have goodbalance,

ALWAYS SUPPORT LARGE WORK PIECES while cuttingto minimize riskof blade pinching

and kickback.Saw may slip,walk or slide while cuttinglarge or heavy boards.

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

• GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK. Kickbackcan

occurwhen the blade sta$$s,ddvingthe work piece back towardthe operator. It can pullyour

hand intothe blade, resultingin sedous personal injury.Stay out of the blade pathand turn switch

off immediatelyifblade bindsor stalls. USE A SUPPORT FOR THE SIDES AND BACK

OF THE SAW TABLE when sawingwide or long workpieces. Use a sturdy"outrigger" supportif a table extensionis morethan 24 incheslong and

is attached to the saw, to preventtipping.

CUT ONLY WOOD, PLASTIC OR WOOD-LIKE MATERIALS. Do not cut metal.

• NEVER cutmore than one piece at a time. DO NOT STACK more than one workpieceon 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 sureall guardsare operating propedybefol'eeach use.

NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION FREE- HAND. Always place the workpieceto be cut on

the saw table and position itfirmly againstthe fence as a backstop.

USE THE RIP FENCE. Always use afence or straightedgeguide when ripping.

BEFORE MAKING A CUT, be sureall adjust- mentsare 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 startthe saw with the blade touchingtheworkplace.

• KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA.

Do notreach underneathworkor inblade cutting path withyourhands and fingersfor any reason.

Alwaysturnthe power off.

• USE A PUSHBLOCK OR PUSH STICK for

workpiecessosmall that yourfingersgounder

the blade guam:d.NEVER TOUCH BLADE or

other movingpartsduringuse, for any reason.

ALLOW THE MOTOR TO COME UP TO FULL SPEED before startinge cutto avoidblade

bindingor stalling. ALWAYS PUSH THE WORKP|ECE; never pullit

towardthe saw.

DO NOT FEED THE MATERIAL TOO QUICKLY. Do notfome the workpieceagainstthe blade.

ALWAYS TURN OFF SAW beforedisconnecting it,to avoidaccidental startingwhen reconnecting

to powersupply. NEVER leave the table saw

unattendedwhileconnectedto a powersource. BEFORE CHANGING THE SETUP, REMOVING

COVERS, GUARDS, OR BLADE; unplugthe saw andremove the switchkey.

KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND GREASE. Alwaysuse a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brakefluids, gasoline, petroleum-basedproducts,or any solvents to

clean tool.

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

stallingand kickback.

USE ONLY OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS. Use only extensioncordswiththe marking =Acceptable for use with outdoorappliances;

store cordsindoorswhilenot in use." Use extensioncordswith an electricalratingnot less

than the saw's rating.Always disconnectthe extensioncordfrom the outletbeforedisconnect-

ingthe productfrom the extensioncord.

• INSPECT TOOL CORDS AND EXTENSION

CORDS PERIODICALLY and, ifdamaged, have repairedbya qualifiedsewice technicianat a Sears store or repaircenter. Stay constantly aware of cord locationand keep itwell away fromthe movingblade.

• DO NOT ABUSE CORD, Never yank cord to disconnectit from receptacle. Keep cord from

heat, oil,and sharp edges. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Referto them

frequently and use to instructother users. If you

loansomeonethis tool, loanthem these instruc-

tionsalso.

_k WARNING: Blade coasts after beingtumed off.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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EXTENSION CORDS Use only 3-wire extensioncordsthat have 3-prong

groundingplugsand 3-pole receptaclesthat accept thetool's plug. When usinga power tool at a consid-

erable distance fromthe power source, use an extensioncord heavyenoughto carrythe current that

thetool will draw.An undersizedextensioncordwill cause a drop in linevoltage, resultingin a loss of

powerand causingthe motorto overheat. Use the chart providedbelowto determinethe minimumwire

size requiredinan extensioncord. Only roundjack- eted cords listed by Underwriter'sLaboratories(UL)

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

Up to 25 feet 14 26-100 feet 12

When workingwiththetool outdoors,use an exten- sioncordthat isdesignedfor outsideuse. This is

indicatedbythe lettersWA on the cord's jacket. Beforeusing an extensioncord, inspect it for looseor

exposedwires and cut or worninsulation.

_k CAUTION: Keep the cord away from the cutting

area and positionthe cord sothat it willnot be caughton lumber,tools,or otherobjectsdudng

cuttingoperations.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION YourSears Craftsman Table Saw is powered bya

precisionbuiltelectricmotor. It should be connected

to a power supply that Is 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only

(normal household current). Do not operate thistool ondirectcurrent (DC). A substantialvoltagedropwill causea lossofpower and the motorwilloverheat. If

the saw does not operatewhen plugged intoan

outlet,doublecheckthe power supply. SPEED AND WIRING

The no-loadspeed of your table saw is approximately

3,600 rpm.This speed is not constantand decreases undera load or with lowervoltage. For voltage, the

wiringin a shopis as importantas the motor'shorse-

powerrating.A lineintendedonlyfor lightscannot properlycarry a power tool motor. Wire that isheavy enoughfor a short distance willbe too lightfor a greaterdistance. A line thatcan supportone power

tool may not be ableto supporttwo or three tools.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS In the event ofa malfunctionorbreakdown, grounding

providesa path ofleast resistancefor electriccurrent to reduce the riskofelectricshock.Thistool is

equippedwithan electric cord having an equipment- groundingconductorand a groundingplug.The plug

mustbe pluggedintoa matchingoutletthat ispropedy installedand grounded in accordancewith all local codes and ordinances.

Do not modifythe plug provided. If itwillnot fit the outlet,have the proper outletinstalledby a qualified

electrician.Improperconnectionof the equipment- groundingconductorcan resultin a riskof electric

shook.Theconductorwith insulationhavingan outer surfacethat isgreen withor withoutyellowstripes is

the equipment-groundingconductor. If repairor replacementofthe electdc cordor plug isnecessary, do not connect the equipment-groundingconductorto

a liveterminal. Check witha qualifiedelectricianor service personnel

ifthe groundinginstructionsare notcompletely understood,or if indoubt as to whether the toolis properlygrounded.

Repair or replace a damaged or worncord immedi- ately.

This tool is intendedfor use on a circuitthathas an

outletlikethe one shownin Figure 1. Italso hasa groundingpinlikethe oneshown.

GROUNDING

COVEROFGROUNDED

0UTLETBOX

Fig. 1

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Anti-Kickback Pawls Toothedsafety devicesbehindthe bladedesignedto

stop a workpiece from beingkicked back at the operatorduringa rippingoperation.

Arbor The shafton which a bladeor cuttingtoolis mounted.

Bevel Cut

A cuttingoperationmade withthe blade at any angle otherthan 90"to the saw table.

Compound Cut A cut with both a miterangle and a bevel angle.

Crosscut

A cuttingoperation made acrossthe grainor the width

ofthe workpiece. Dsdo

A non-throughcut that gives a square notchortrough; requiresa specialblade.

Featherboard A device to helpguide workpiecesduring ripcuts.

Freehand (for table saw) Dangerous practice ofmaking s cut withoutusingdp or miterfences.See Safety Rules.

Gum A sticky, sap-based residuefromwood products.

Heel

Alignmentof the blade.

Kerf

The materialremovedby the blade in a through cut or the slotproducedby the blade in a non-throughcut.

Kickback A hazard that can occurwhen blade bindsor stalls, throwingworkpiece back towardoperator.

Leading End The endof the workpiecepushed into the cuttingtool first.

Miter Cut

A cuttingoperationmade with the miter gage at any angle other than 0".

Molding A non-throughcutthat givesa varied shapeto the

workpiece and requires e specialblade.

Push Stick A device usedto feed the workpiecethroughthe saw

blade duringnarrowcuttingoperations.It helps keep the operator'shandswellaway from the blade,

Rabbet A notch inthe edge of a workpiece.

Resaw

A cuttingoperationto reduce the thicknessofthe

workpieceinorder to make thinner pieces. Resin

A sticky,sap-based substance. RIp Cut

A cut made withthethe grainof the workpiece.

Sswblade Path The area directlyin line withthe blade-- over, under,

behind, orin front of it. Also, theworkpiecearea whichwillbe or has been cutby theblade.

Set The distancethat the tip ofthe saw blade tooth is bent

(or set) outwardfromthe faceof the blade. Throw-Back

Saw throwingback a workpiece;similarto kickback, Through Sawing

Any cuttingoperationwhere the blade extends completelythroughthe workpiece.

Trailing End

The workpieceend last cut by the blade in a dp cut. Workp|ece

The itemon whichthe cutting operationis beingdone. The surfacesof a workpieceare commonlyreferredto

as faces,ends, and edges. Worktable

The surfaceonwhichthe wodq_ecerestswhile performinga cuttingoperation.

BladeArbor 5/8 in. Blade Diameter 10 in.

Blade Tilt 0"- 45" TableSize withouttableextensions 20 in. x 27 in.

Table Size with table extensions 44 in. x 27 in.

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Rating 120 V,60 Hz -AC only Input 13 Amperes

No LoadSpeed 3,600 RPM CuttingCapacitywithMiter at 0"/Bevel0": 3-3/8 in. Cutting Capacity withMiter at O'/Bevel45": 2-1/4 in.

Your new table saw has been designed to give you manyyears of high qualityperformance.To insure

thisgoal, proper care and treatment is important. Careful treatment beginswith removingall pads from the cartonand checkingthem against the listof loose

parts.The long box containsthe rails. The large box holdsall other parts,which are detailed inthe Loose

PartsList.

• Separate the sawand all partsfrom the packing

materialsand checkeach against the packing list, especiallythe small partsthat can be hidden inthe

packingmaterial

Note: Do notdiscardthe packingmaterialsuntilyou

have carefullyinspectedthe saw, identifiedall parts,and satisfactorily operated your new saw.

_IL WARNING: Never use gasoline,naptha, or

other highlyvolatilesolvents.Do not ever let

brake fluids, gasoline,petroleum-based products,or penetratingoilscontact plasticparts.

Such chemicalscan weaken ordestroy plastic.

II Remove the wax paper covering on the table. Use

anyordinary household type grease and spot remover. Immediatelyapply a coat of automotive

typepaste wax to the table and table exensions.

,_ WARNING: To preventaccidental startingthat

couldcause possibleseriouspersonalinjury, assemble all partsto your saw before connecting it to power supply.Saw should never be

connected to power supplywhen you are assemblingparts,making adjustments, installing or removingblades, or when notin use.

,_ WARNING: If any partsare missing,do not

operate thistool untilthe missingpartsare

replaced. Failure to do so could result inpossible seriouspersonalinjury.

The following recommendedaccessoriesare currentlyavailable

• Fence Guide System

• Guide Master

• Box Joint & Miter Guide

• Universal Jig

• Taper Jig

• 10 in. Sanding Disc

• 8 in. SandingDisc

• Elite Dado

• ExcaliburDado

• 7 in. Adj. Dado 36 tip

at Sears RetailStores.

• 7 in.Stack Steel Dado

• 7 in.x 9/16 in.Stack Dado

• 7 in. MoldingHead Set

• 2 BitMoldingHead Set

• Saw Baskets

• JointerClamps

• SpecialtyThroat Plate

• Miter Gage Hold Down Clamp

• Align-A-RipXRC Rip Fence

• Dust CollectionSystem

• 7 in.Adj. Dado 24 tip

,_ WARNING: The use of attachmentsor accessoriesnot listed mightbe hazardous.

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The following items are included with your Table Saw.

A. Table SawBase .................................................... 1

B. Belt ....................................................................... 1

C. Belt Guard (2 Piece) ............................................. 1

D. Blade GuardAssembly

(Hardware Shown Separately) ............................. 1

E. Wrench ................................................................. 1

F. Handwheel(Hardware Shown Separately) ..........2

G. LegBrace, lower(short)....................................... 2

H. Leg Brace, lower(long) ........................................ 2

I. Leg Brace, upper(short)....................................... 2

J. Leg Brace, upper (long) ........................................ 2

K. Leg........................................................................ 4

L. MiterGage ............................................................ 1

M. Motor .................................................................... 1

N. Motor MountingPlate

(Hardware Shown Separately) ............................. 1

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Figure2 a

O. Rail, Front(Hardware ShownSeparately)............ 1

P. Rail,Rear (Hardware Shown Separately) ............ 1

Q. RipFence ............................................................. 1

R. Blade Guard Bracket ......................... ;.................. 1

S. SwitchAssembly ......,, ......................................... 1

T. SwitchKey ............................................................ 1

U. Table Extension.................................................... 2

V. Hardwarefor MountingMotor,MotorMounting

Plate, and BeltGuard (Shown Separately)...........1

W. Hardware for Table Extensions

(ShownSeparately) .............................................. 1

X. Hardwarefor Leg Stand, LevelingFeet, and

MountingSaw Base

(ShownSeparately) .............................................. 1

Y. Hardwarefor Blade Guard Bracketand

Blade Guard Assembly (ShownSeparately) ........ 1

Z. Owner's Manual (Not Shown)............................... 1

Checkallloosepartsfromtheboxwiththelistonthepreviouspage,thefiguresbelowandonthefollowing page,Smallitemssuchasfastenersandendcapsareshowninfigures2band2c.Followtheinstructionsin

theAssemblysectiontoassembleyournewsaw.

F. Hardware for Handwheel ................................... 2

screw (3/16-24 x 1/2 in.)..................................... 2

flat washer (3/15 in.)........................................... 2

Hardware for MountingMotor, MotorMounting

Plate, andBelt Guard

Hardware for Mounting Motor ............................ 1

hex bolt (5/16-18 x 1 in.) .................................... 4

flat washer (5/16 in.) ........................................... 8

lock washer (5/16 in.) .......,.................................. 4

hex nut (5/16-18) ................................................ 4

Hardware for Motor MountingPlate ................... 1

hex bolt (5/16-18 x 5/8 in.) ................................. 2

Hardware for Leg Stand, LevelingFeet, and MountingSaw Base

Hardware for Leg Stand ..................................... 1

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

flat washer (5/16 in.)......................................... 24

hex nut(5/16-18) .............................................. 24

Hardware for LevelingFeet ................................ 1

leveling foot ........................................................ 4

flatwasher (5/16 in.)........................................... 8

hex nut (5/16-18) ................................................ 8

Hardware for Belt Guard .................................... 1

hex nut (3/16-24) ................................................ 4

flat washer (3/16 in) ............................................ 4

W. Hardware forTable Extensions.......................... 1

hex bolt (5/16-18 x 1-1/4 in.) .............................. 8

flatwasher (5/16 in.) ......................................... 16

hex nut (5/16-18) ................................................ 8

Hardware for MountingSaw Base ..................... 1

hex belt (5116-18 x 1/2 in.) ................................. 4

flat washer (5/16 in°)........................................... 8

hex nut (5116-18) ................................................ 4

Fig. 2 b

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Check allloose partsfrom the box with the listand figuresbelowand on the previouspages, Small itemssuch as fasteners and endcapsare shown in figure2 c. Followthe instructionsin the Assemblysectionto assemble

your new saw.

O. Hardwarefor Rail, Front..................................... 1

square head bolt (5/16-18 x 1 in..) ..................... 6

flat washer (5/16 in.) ........................................... 6

hex nut (5/16-18) ................................................ 6

end cap for front rail ........................................... 2

screw (5/32-32 x 1/2 in.) ..................................... 2

Y. Hardwarefor Blade GuardBracketand Blade

GuardAssembly

BladeGuard Bracket.......................................... 1

hex cap screw (5/16-18 x 1/2 in.) ....................... 2

lock washer (5/16 in.) ......................................... 2

Hardware For Rail, Rear .................................... 1

square head bolt (5/16-18 x 1 in.) ...................... 6

flat washer (5/16 in.) ........................................... 6

hex nut (5/16-18) ................................................ 6

end capfor rear rail ............................................ 2

screw (5/32-32 x 1/2 in.) ..................................... 2

Blade Guard Assembly....................................... 1

socket head cap screw (1/4-20 x 3/8 in.) ........... 3

flat washer (1/4 in.) ..._......................................... 3

Fig. 2c

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The followingtoolsare neededfor assemblyandalignment. Note: The fivehex keyslistedbelow have been providedwith your saw.The remainingtoolsare typicalshoptoolsand are notincludedwithyour saw.

SMALLI MEDIUM

PHILUPSSCREWDRIVER

COMBINA_ONSOUARE

NUTDRIVER

8 mm,10mm,and12mrn

HEXKEYS(PROVIDED)

and6 mm

HAMMER

FRAMINGSQUARE

45°TRIANGLE

WRENCHES:8 mm,10mm,and12mm

ADJUSTABLEWRENCH

13 rRRFTSMRN"TABLESAW315.228310

The followinglabelsare foundon yoursaw inthe locationsshown.Read allwarningsand thisowner'smanual

before using saw,

10 inch Table Saw

36QOIh_M120VOLTS60HzACONLY13A

WARNING:WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY IDENTICAL

CRAFTSMANREPLACEMENTPARTS.

MODEL 315.228310 S_R.NO. _i

MAD_ IN TAJWAN SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. i I

• Customer Help Line 1-800-932-3188 ,

CRAFTSMAN"TABLESAW315.228310 14

sr_l_4_ TOOL

AWARNINI

• RaisedGuard CanDropon Spinning

Bladeand Break.

•ToReduceThe RiskofInjury,

GuardMust81 InPlace

DuringUse.

,Alignand

Tighten

RivingKnife Fasteners

BeforeUse.

Fig, 4 a

When Mounting an Auxiliary Fence Face, Position Mounting Hardware Beyond Arrow at Bight and Left as Indicated.

I _ WARNING

Keep Fasteners Away From Blade.

D E

Do Not Lift Saw With Rails Debris on rail can misalign

I ] ,A,WARNING

Lor Extensions Tables. the rip fence. Workpiece

could bind or suddenly kick back. You could be hit

or cut. Clean debris off

fence rail before

positioning fence.

A WARNING

• Attach Blade Guard Assembly Before

Operating this Saw

• Read Owners

• For your safety, read owners manual before

Turn Clockwise to Raise

Blade.

"rumCounterclockwise to Lower Blade.

operating saw.

• Wear eye p_otection.

• Keep blade guard down and In place for through

cuts.

• Keep hands out of path of saw blade.

• Do not perform any operation freehand.

• Know how to reduce the risk of kickback.

See instructions for ripping.

• Never reach around o¢ over/Niw blade.

,_LLONI

PUSHOFF

A WARNING

Turn Clockwise to

Increase Blade

Angle.

• When ripping, use push stick when fence is set

2 Inches or lees from blade.

• When ripping, use push block and auxllary fence when fence Is set between 1/2 and 2 inches from

blade. Oo nut make rip cuts narrower than 1/2 Inch.

•Tum off tool and walt for saw blade to stop before

moving workplece or changing settings.

• Disconnect the saw from the power source before changing blade or se_icing.

• Do not expose to rbln or use in damp places.

15 I:RRFTSMIIN"TABLESAW315.228310

Fig. 4 b

KNOW YOUR TABLE SAW

EXTENSION

TABLE

GAGE

ANTI-KICKBACKPAWLS

BLADE

MITER

GAGEGROOVE

BLADE

RIVINGKNIFE

REARRAIL RIPFENCE

ORSPREADER ALIGN-A-CUT TABLE

INSERT EXTENSION

BEVEL SWITCH

HANDWHEEL WITH KEY

RIPFENCE

SCALE HANDLE

HANDWHEEL

SCALE

FRONT

RAIL

BELTCOVER

MOTOR

CRAFTSMAN"TABLESAW315.228310 16

LEGSTAND

'LEVELINGFOOT

BEVEL

LOCKHANDLE

Fig. 5

/ERVIEW

,,,e upper portionof the blade projectsup throughthe table, surroundedbyan insertcalled thethroat plate. The heightof the blade is set witha handwheel and lockedwith a handle, both on the front of the cabinet. To accommodatewide panels, the tabletop has extensionsoneach side. Detailed instructionsare

providedinthe Operationsection of this manual for

the basiccuts:crosscuts,mitercuts, bevel cuts,and compoundcuts.

Forcutswith the blade straightupand cuttingacross

the grain(cross cuts or mitercuts), use the mitergage to set the angle and pushthe wood into the blade. To

cut with the blade straight up, along the grain of the wood (rip cuts), use the ripfence to guide the wood.

Push smallerpieces with a pushblockorpushstick.

To tiltthe blade for a bevel cut, usethe bevel

handwheelon the side of the cabinet. A bevel scale

on the front of the cabinet showsthe bladeangle.

Insidethe cabinet, adjustable positivestopscontrol

the degree of tilt.

Use the miter gage with a bevel crosscut (compound cut)and the rip fence with a bevel ripcut. Other cuts

requirespecialattachments, which have detailed

instructions to reduce risk of injury and ensurethe best performance from your new saw.

Before attemptingto use your saw, familiarize yourself withall operating features and safety requirements of

your Sears Craftsman table saw. The saw's features

are described below.

ALIGN-A-CUT INSERT - A pt_,sticinsert onwhich marks may be made to indicate the locationofthe

sawcuton the workpiece. ANTI-KICKBACK PAWLS - KickbackIs a hazard in

whichthe workpiece is thrownbacktoward the operator. The toothed pawls are designedto snag the

workpieceto preventor reduceinjury should kickback

Occur.

BEVEL HANDWHEEL - This handwheel,on the right

side of the cabinet, tiltsthe blade for a bevel cut.

BEVEL SCALE - The easy-to-road scale on the front

ofthe work.standshowsthe exact blade angle.

BLADE -This saw is providedwith a Craftsman 64 tooth, 10 in. steel blade. The blade is adjustedwith bevel and heighthandwheels on the cabinet. Bevel

anglesare locked with a handlebelow the front rail.

WARNING: Be sure to use onlyblades rated for

at least 5,000 rpmand recommended for useon

this saw. Check with yournearest Sears retail

store.

BLADE GUARD - Always keepthe guard down over

the bladefor through-sawingcuts.

BEVEL LOCK HANDLE - This handle, placedjust

under theworktable surfaceonthe frontof the cabi-

net, locksthe anglesettingof theblade. Be surethe handle is hangingstraightdownbeforetiltingthe blade. If itis notstraightdown, it may jam and bend

thelockingbolt. HEIGHT HANDWHEEL - Use thishandwheel to lower

and raise the blade for adjustmentsor replacement. It is locatedonthe front of the cabinet.

MITER GAGE - This gage alignsthe wood for a crosscutat an angle other than 90". The easy-to-road

indicator showsthe exact angle for a mitercut,with positivestopsat 90" and 45".

MITER GAGE GROOVES - The miter gage ddes in

these grooves on either side ofthe blade.

MITER GAGE KNOB - Located on themiter gage,

this knoblocksinthe cuttingangleafter selection.

MOTOR (13 AMP) - The powerfulinductionmotor is 3HP, withcapacitorstartand V-belt drive,and is housedina sturdysteel base.

RAILS - Front and rear railsprovidesupportfor large workpiecesendthe ripfence.

RiP FENCE - A sturdy metalfence guidesthe workpieceand is secured withthe rip fence handle. Grooves run alongthe top and sidesof the ripfence for usa withoptionalclampsand accessories.

RIP FENCE HANDLE -The handleon the front ofthe

rip fence releasesthe ripfence or locksitin place.

RIVING KNIFE OR SPREADER - Locateddirectly. behindthe blade, itkeeps cutedges frombindingand

supportsthe blade guard.

SCALE - Found on the frontrail,the easy-to-road scale providesprecise measurementsin dp cuts.

SWITCH WITH KEY - Your table saw has an easy access power switchlocatedbelowthe front rail.The

yellowswitchkey mustbe removedfromthe hard- ware bag and inserted intothe switchbefore saw can

be operated. To lockthe switchinthe OFF position, remove the switch key fromthe switch. Place the key

in a locationthatis inaccessibleto childrenand others

notqualifiedto use the tool.

TABLE EXTENSIONS - Removablestampedsteel

extensions,12 in.by 27 in., supportlarger workpieces,

17 CRAFTSHAN"TABLESAW315.228310

Assembly is best done inthe area where the saw will be used. When you remove the table saw base, loose parts, and hardware fromthe packingmatedals, check allitemswith the looseparts listand drawing. Ifyou are unsure about thedescriptionof any part, referto the drawing. Ifany parts are missing,delay assemblinguntil

you have obtainedthe missingpart(s). INSTALLING HANDWHEELS ON TABLE SAW

BASE

See Figure 6.

• Each handwheel bag containsa handwheel,a

screw (3/16-24 x 1/2 in.), and a flat washer (3/16 in.).

• Alignhandwheelstotheshaftendsthatextendfrom

thefrontandrightsideofthetable sawbase. Match thefiatspotsonthe shaftandinsidethe handwheeL

Inserta screwanda fiatwasherin thehandwheel centerandtightenwitha 4 mmhex key.

HANDWHEEL

Note: Ifyou do not usa the legstand and mountthe

saw tablebase ona bench instead ofthe legs, goto the procedurefor Assembling TableExtensions. Be

sure the 'bench surfacehas an openingforsawdustto fall through.The opening shouldbe as large as the

opening in the bottomof the saw table base, A height of 36 inchesfromthe top of the saw table to the floor is recommended.

ASSEMBLING LEG STAND

See Figures 7 and 8.

• Take fromthe legstandhardware bag the follow-

ing: 24 carriagebolts(5/16,18 x 3/4 in.)

32 flatwashers (5/16 in.) 32 hex nuts(5/16-18) 4 levelingfeet

Note: Remaininghardwarefromthisbagis usedfor

mountingleg standonthe tablesaw base.

• Take 4 legsand 8 bracesfromloose parts.

• Place a shortupperbrace insidetwo of the legs,

withthe legswideend up.(Upper braceshavetwo largeholesin each end.) Make sure the two dimplesonthe leg alignwith thetwo small holes on

each brace.

TABLE WASHER

SAWBASE SHAFTEND SCREW

CARRIAGE

[RRFTSMIIN" TABLESAW315,228310

Fig. 6

UPPERBRACE

HEXNUT

LOWERBRACE

LEG

HEXNUT

LEVELINGFOOT_ Fig. 7

WASHER

ASSEMBLINGLEGSTAND(Continued)

• Alignthetwo large holeson the brace and the legs.

Insertthe cardage bolts.Addflatwashersand hex nuts and hand tighten. Repeat forthe other short

upper brace. These are the frontand backsets.

• For the sides,installalong upperbraceon two

legs.Add hardware and fingertighten.Repeat for the other long upperbrace.

• Use the same steps to installthe lowerbraces.

Tightenall hex nutswith a 12 mm wrench.

• Place a hex nut and flat washer on each leveling

foot.installthe levelingfeet fromthe bottomof each legwith the boltspointingup.Securewitha

fiatwasher and hex nutbut do nottighten.

• Move the leg standto desiredlocation.Adjustthe levelingfeet witha 12 mmwrench, then securely tightenthe top hexnut.

_k WARNING: Do notliftthe saw table without

help. The table saw base weighs approximately 95 Ibs.Hold it closeto yourbody. Keep your kneesbent and liftwith your legs, notyourback. Ignoringthese precautionscan resultin back

injury.

• Place the legstandon the table saw base. Align

the holes inthe tablewith the holesin theend braces.Make surethe Craftsman labelfaces the

front ofthesaw (same sideas heighthandwheel).

• Place a flat washeron each bolt and insertthrough

hole. Add a flat washerand a hex nut.Hand tighten.

• Repeat for thethree remainingholes.Tighten all

hardwarewitha 12 mmwrench.You may find it helpfulto usetwo wrenches,onewrenchtohold

the head of the boltand one to tightenthe hex nut.

Leavethe saw upsidedownto add table exten-

sions.

HEXI, LEGSTAND

LEGSTANDSHOWNASSEMBLED Fig. 8

MOUNTING THE LEG STAND ON THE TABLE SAW BASE

See Figure 9.

• Take thefollowingfrom the hardwarebag: 4 hex bolts(5/16-18 x 1/2 in.)

4 hex nuts (5/18-18) 8 flatwashers (5/16 in.)

Note: This hardwarewas inthe bagwithhardwarefor

assemblingthe legstand and levelingfeet.

• Place the sawtable upsidedownon a smooth surface,such as cardboard, on thefloor.

Fig. 9

19 CRAFTSMRN"TABLESAW315.228310

ASSEMBLING TABLE EXTENSIONS

See Figure 10.

• Locatethetable extensionsand the smal_hardware

bag withthe following:

8 hex bolts(5/16-18 x 1-1/4 in.) 8 hex nuts (5/16-18)

16 fiatwashers (5/16 in.)

• Get help to standsawassemblyupdghtusingthe centersawtable. Do notgraspsaw by extensions.

_i, WARNING: Do not lift the saw table without

help. Hold it closeto yourbody. Keep your

kneesbent and liftwithyour legs, not your back. Ignoringthese precautionscan resultin back

injury.

,_ WARNING: The table extensions notonly

providea supportfor large orwide pieces of material, but help protect you.Serious injury can result from workpiece bindingor kickback

due to twisted rails or a misaligned rip fence.

• With the sawupsidedown, align table extensionsto

the sawtable. Put a flat washer on each bolt,and attachthe extensionsto thetable byinsertingbolts throughholes from thedirectionofthe table.

• Slipthe remaining flat w_shers and hex nuts on the bolts. Lightly tighten with a 12 mm wrench.

TABLE

EXTENSION

ALIGNING TABLE EXTENSIONS

See Figure 11.

A good alignment allowsthe railsto slideon easily.

• Standat the frontof the saw and line up the front

edgesof thetable and extensions.

• ifadjustmentsare needed, puta blockof wood wherethe extensionmeetsthe table, and tap the blockof woodwith a hammer.Check and repeat

untilthe frontedgesare even.

• Lifteach extensionslightlyuntilit is higherthan table (if necessary,placea blockbelowand tap

upward).Center the blockof wood overthe edges

and tapit. Recheckthe front alignment.Ifeven,

tightenthe screwswith a 12 mm wrer,_h.

BLOCK TABLE

OFWOOD EXTENSION

HEX

HEAD BOLT

FLA;

WASHER

HE](NUT

Fig. 10

eRRFTSMRI_ TABLESAW3152.28310 20

SAW

TABLE

BLOCK TAP TABLE

OFWOOD HERE EXTENSION

Fig. 11

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