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
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Safety
• Features
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
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WARRANTY
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TABLE SAW
If this CRRFT5HRN 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 Sen/ice 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 por Safe Operation, and alt 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:
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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.....................................................................................................................................2
■ Table Of Contents..............................................................................................................................................2-3
■ Rules For Safe Operation................................................................................................................................ 4-6
■ Glossary and Product Specifications.................................................................................................................... 8
■ Unpacking and Accessories..................................................................................................................................9
■ Loose Parts List................................................................................................................................................ 10
■ Small Parts List..............................................................................................................................................11-12
Installing Handwheels on Table Saw Base.........................................................................................................18
Assembling Leg Stand...................................................................................................................................18-19
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT.)
Mounting the Leg Stand on the Table Saw Base................................................................................................ ig
Installing the Rear Rail.......................................................................................................................................21
Installing the Front Rail.......................................................................................................................................22
Aligning Rip Fence and Front Rail...................................................................................................................... 23
Mounting the Motor.............................................................................................................................................23
Installing the Belt and Belt Guard.......................................................................................................................24
Checking the Throat Plate..................................................................................................................................24
Installing the Blade Guard..................................................................................................................................25
Aligning the Riving Knife with the Blade..............................................................................................................26
Checking Rip Fence and Blade Alignment..........................................................................................................27
Replacing the Blade...........................................................................................................................................28
Heeling (Paralleling) the Sawblade to Miter Gage Groove............................................................................29-30
Setting the Bevel Stops apd Indicator
Adjusting the Miter Gage.....................................................................................................................................
Removing / Replacing the Throat Plate
Basic Operational the Table Saw
Causes of Kickback.............................................................................................................................................
Making Cutting Aids............................................................................................................................................
Types of Cuts ................................................................................................................................................... 34
Making a Cross Cut.......................................................................................................................................... 35
Making a Rip Cut.............................................................................................................................................. 35
Making a Miter Cut
Making a Bevel Cross Cut
Making a Bevel Rip Cut.................................................................................................................................... 37
Making a Compound (Bevel) Miter Cut..............................................................................................................
Making a Large Panel Cut
Making a Non-Through Cut.......................................................................................................................... 39
Making a Dado Cut........................................................................................................................................... 40
Exploded View and Repair Parts List............................................................................................................46-63
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, desen/e your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by
themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident
prevention measures.
SYMBOL
A
A
A
A
Note:
MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or
pictographs.
DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others.
Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others.
Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to
yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and personal injury.
Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
IMPORTANT
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge of the
system and should be performed only by a qualified
service technician. For sen/ice we suggest you return
the tool to your nearest Sears store or repair center.
Always use original factory replacement parts when
sen/icing.
WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this tool
until you have read thoroughly and understand
completely all instructions, safety rules, etc.
contained in this manual. Failure to comply can
result in accidents involving fire, electrical shock,
or serious personal injury. Save the owner's
manual and review frequently for continuing safe
operation, and instructing others who may use
this tool.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
■ KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the owner's
manual carefully. Learn the saw's applications
and limitations as well as the specific potential
hazards related to this tool.
■ DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRON
MENT. Do not use power tools near gasoline or
other flammable liquids, in damp or wet loca
tions, or expose them to rain. Keep the work
area well lit.
■ MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF with
padlocks and master switches or by removing
starter keys.
■ KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All
visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a
safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors
contact tool or extension cord while 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.
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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
materiai and the type of cut. Blade teeth should
point down toward the front of the tabie.
■ 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 sen/ice 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 MOUNTING, DISCONNECTING OR
REMOUNTING THE MOTOR; unplug the saw
and remove the switch key.
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
enciosures.
GROUND ALL TOOLS. See Eiectrical 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 siip, walk or slide whiie
cutting large or heavy boards.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
■ dUAtlD AGAINST KICKBACK. Kickback can
occur when the blade stalls, driving the work
piece back toward the operator. It can pull your
hand into the blade, resulting in serious personal
injury. Stay out of the blade path and turn switch
off immediately if blade binds or stalls.
■ USE A SUPPORT FOR THE SIDES AND BACK
OF THE SAW TABLE when sawing wide or long
workpieces. Use a sturdy "outrigger" support if a
table extension is more than 24 inches long and
is attached to the saw, to prevent tipping.
■ CUT ONLY WOOD, PLASTIC OR WOOD-LIKE
MATERIALS. Do not cut metal.
■ NEVER cut more than one piece at a time. DO
NOT STACK more than one workpiece on the
saw table at a time.
■ DO NOT REMOVE THE SAW'S BLADE
GUARDS. Never operate the saw with any guard
or cover removed. Make sure all guards are
operating properly before each use.
■ NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION FREE
HAND. Always place the workpiece to be cut on
the saw table and position it firmly against the
fence as a backstop.
■ USE THE RIP FENCE. Always use a fence or
straight edge guide when ripping.
■ BEFORE MAKING A CUT, be sure all adjust
ments are secure.
■ BE SURE THE BLADE PATH IS FREE OF
NAILS. Inspect for and remove all nails from
lumber before cutting.
■ BE SURE THE BLADE CLEARS THE
WORKPIECE. Never start the saw with the blade
touching the workpiece.
■ KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA.
Do not reach underneath work or in blade cutting
path with your hands and fingers for any reason.
Always turn the power off.
■ USE A PUSHBLOCK 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 and remove the switch key.
KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM
OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean doth
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 weil away
from the moving blade.
DO NOT ABUSE CORO. 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 c»rds 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
3,600 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 electric cord having an equipment
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug
must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with 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.
PIN
COVER OF GROUNDED
OUTLET BOX
Fig. 1
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS 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 material 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 at any
angle other than 0*.
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
blade during narrow cutting operations. It helps keep
the operator's hands well 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 the grain of the workpiece.
Sawblade 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 ¡n.
Blade Diameter 10 in.
Blade Tilt O' - 45'
Table Size without table extensions 20 in. x 27 in.
Table Size with table extensions 44 in. x 27 in.
CRRFTSMRN' TABLE SAW 315.228310
Rating 120 V. 60 Hz - AC only
Input 13 Amperes
No Load Speed 3,600 RPM
Cutting Capacity with Miter at O'/Bevel O'; 3-3/8 in.
Cutting Capacity with Miter at O'/Bevel 45’: 2-1/4 in.
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UNPACKING
Your new table saw has been designed to give you
many years of high quaiity 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. The long box contains the rails. The large box
holds all other parts, which are detailed in the Loose
Parts List.
■ 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.
WARNING: Never use gasoline, naptha, or
other highly volatile solvents. Do not ever let
brake fluids, gasoline, pefroleum-based
products, or penetrating oils contact plastic parts.
Such chemicals can weaken or destroy plastic.
ACCESSORIES
Remove the wax paper covering on the table. Use
any ordinary household type grease and spot
remover. Immediately apply a coat of automotive
type paste wax to the table and table exensions.
^ 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.
The following recommended accessories are currently available at Sears Retail Stores.
Hardware for Mounting Motor, Motor Mounting
Plate, and Belt Guard (Shown Separately)
Hardware for Table Extensions
(Shown Separately)
Hardware for Leg Stand, Leveling Feet, and
Mounting Saw Base
Check all loose parts from the box with the list on the previous page, the figures below and on the following
page. Small items such as fasteners and end caps are shown in figures 2 b and 2 c. Follow the instructions in
the Assembly section to assemble your new saw.
F. Hardware for Handwheel......................................2
screw (3/16-24 x 1/2 in.)........................................2
fiat washer (3/16 in.)..............................................2
□SMI 0
V. Hardware for Mounting Motor, Motor Mounting
Plate, and Belt Guard
Hardware for Mounting Motor
hex bolt (5/16-18 x 1 in.)........................................4
Check all loose parts from the box with the list and figures below and on the previous pages. Small items such
as fasteners and end caps are shown in figure 2 c. Follow the instructions in the Assembly section to assemble
your new saw.
0. Hardware for Rail, Front
square head bolt (5/16-18 x 1 in..)
The following tools are needed for assembly and alignment. Note: The five hex keys listed below have been
provided with your saw. The remaining tools are typical shop tools and are not included with your saw.
SMALL/MEDIUM
PHILUPS SCREWDRIVER
NUT DRIVER
8 mm, 10 mm, and 12 mm
Fig. 3
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The following labels are found on your saw in the locations shown. Read all warnings and this owner's manual
before using saw.
10 inch Table Saw
36ooitra mvoLTS mhiacohlyi3A
CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS.
MODEL 315.228310 ser.no.
MADE m TAIWAN r~
BEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. I
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ONLY IDENTICAL
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Customer Help Line 1-800-932-3188
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AWARNING
•Raised Guard
Can Drop on
Spinning
Blade and
Break.
To Reduce The
Risk of Injury,
Guard Must Be
In Place
During Use.
Align and
Tighten
Riving Knife
Fasteners
Before Use.
Fig. 4 a
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When Mounting an Auxiliary Fence Face, PosHton Mounting Hardware Beyond Arrow at Right and Left as Indicated.
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Keep Fasteners Away From Blade.
Do Not Lift Saw With Raiis
or Extensions Tabies.
A WARNING
A WARNiNG
Debris on rail can misaiign
the rip fence. Workpiece
could bind or suddenly
kick back. You could be hit
or cut. Ciean debris off
fence rail before
positioning fence.
linn ClockwiM to Raise
Blade.
Turn Counterclockwise to
Lower Blade.
• For your safety, read owners manual before
operating saw.
• Wear eye protection.
• Keep blade guard doam 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 or over saw blade.
15
When ripping, use push stick when fence Is set
2 Inches or less from blade.
When lipping, use push block and auxilary fence
when fence Is set between 1/2 and 2 Inches from
blade. Do not make lip cuts narrower than 1/2 Inch.
Turn off tool and wait for saw blade to stop before
moving workpiece or changing settings.
Disconnect the saw from the power source before
changing blade or servicing.
Do not expose to rain or use In damp places.
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KNOW YOUR TABLE SAW
FEATURES
Ami-KICKBACK PAWLS
BLADE
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FEATURES
/ERVIEW
I lie upper portion of the blade projects up through the
table, surrounded by an insert called the throat plate.
The height of the blade is set with a handwheel and
locked with a handle, both on the front of the cabinet.
To accommodate wide paneis, the tabletop has
extensions on each side. Detailed instructions are
provided in the Operation section of this manual for
the basic cuts: cross cuts, miter cuts, bevel cuts, and
compound cuts.
For cuts with the blade straight up and cutting across
the grain (cross cuts or miter cuts), use the miter gage
to set the angle and push the wood into the blade. To
cut with the blade straight up, along the grain of the
wood (rip cuts), use the rip fence to guide the wood.
Push smalier pieces with a pushblock or pushstick.
To tilt the biade for a bevel cut, use the bevel
handwheel on the side of the cabinet. A bevel scale
on the front of the cabinet shows the blade angle.
Inside the cabinet, adjustable positive stops controi
the degree of tiit.
Use the miter gage with a bevel cross cut (compound
cut) and the rip fence with a bevel rip cut. Other cuts
require special attachments, which have detaiied
instructions to reduce risk of injury and ensure the
best performance from your new saw.
Before attempting to use your saw, famiiiarize yourself
with all operating features and safety requirements of
your Sears Craftsman table saw. The saw’s features
are described below.
ALIGN-A-CUT INSERT - A plastic insert on which
marks may be made to indicate the location of the
sawcut on the workpiece.
ANTI-KiCKBACK PAWLS - Kickback is a hazard in
which the workpiece is thrown back toward the
operator. The toothed pawls are designed to snag the
workpiece to prevent or reduce injury should kickback
occur.
BEVEL HANDWHEEL - This handwheel, on the right
side of the cabinet, tilts the blade for a bevel cut.
BEVEL SCALE - The easy-to-read scale on the front
of the workstand shows the exact blade angle.
BLADE - This saw is provided with a Craftsman 64
tooth, 10 in. steel blade. The blade is adjusted with
bevel and height handwheels on the cabinet. Bevel
angles are locked with a handle below the front rail.
WARNING: Be sure to use only blades rated for
at least 5,000 rpm and recommended for use on
this saw. Check with your nearest Sears retail
store.
BLADE GUARD - Always keep the guard down over
the blade for through-sawing cuts.
BEVEL LOCK HANDLE - This handle, placed just
under the worktable surface on the front of the cabi
net, locks the angle setting of the blade. Be sure the
handle is hanging straight down before tilting the
blade, if it is not straight down, it may jam and bend
the locking bolt.
HEIGHT HANDWHEEL - Use this handwheel to lower
and raise the blade for adjustments or replacement. It
is located on the front of the cabinet.
MITER GAGE - This gage aligns the wood for a
crosscut at an angle other than 90'. The easy-to-read
indicator shows the exact angle for a miter cut, with
positive stops at 90' and 45'.
MITER GAGE GROOVES - The miter gage rides in
these grooves on either side of the blade.
MITER GAGE KNOB - Located on the miter gage,
this knob locks in the cutting angle after selection.
MOTOR (13 AMP) - The powerful induction motor is
3HP, with capacitor start and V-belt drive, and is
housed in a sturdy steel base.
RAILS - Front and rear rails provide support for large
worIqDieces and the rip fence.
RIP FENCE - A sturdy metal fence guides the
workpiece and is secured with the rip fence handle.
Grooves run along the top and sides of the rip fence
for use with optional clamps and accessories.
RIP FENCE HANDLE - The handle on the front of the
rip fence releases the rip fence or locks it in place.
RIVING KNIFE OR SPREADER - Located directly-
behind the blade, it keeps cut edges from binding and
supports the blade guard.
SCALE - Found on the front rail, the easy-to-read
scale provides precise measurements in rip cuts.
SWITCH WITH KEY - Your table saw has an easy
access power switch located below the front rail. The
yellow switch key must be removed from the hard
ware bag and inserted into the switch before saw can
be operated. To lock the switch in the OFF position,
remove the switch key from the switch. Place the key
in a location that is inaccessible to children and others
not qualified to use the tool.
TABLE EXTENSIONS - Removable stamped steel
extensions, 12 in. by 27 in., support larger
workpieces.
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CRnrrSMRN* TABLE SAW 315.226310
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ASSEMBLY
Assembly is best done in the area 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).
INSTALLING HANDWHEELS ON TABLE SAW
BASE
See Figure 6.
■ Each handwheel bag contains a handwheel, a
screw (3/16-24 x 1/2 in.), and a flat washer (3/16
in.).
■ Align handwheels to the shaft ends that extend from
the front and right side of the table saw base. Match
the flat spots on the shaft and inside the handwheel.
Insert a screw and a flat washer in the handwheel
center and tighten with a 4 mm hex key.
HANDWHEEL
Note: If you do not use the leg stand and mount the
saw table base on a bench instead of the legs, go to
the procedure for
Assembling Table Extensions. Be
sure the bench surface has an opening for sawdust to
fait through. The opening should be as large as the
opening in the bottom of the saw table base. A height
of 36 inches from the top of the saw table to the floor
is recommended.
ASSEMBLING LEG STAND
See Figures 7 and 6.
■ Take from the leg stand hardware bag the follow
Note: Remaining hardware from this bag is used for
mounting leg stand on the table saw base.
■ Take 4 legs and 8 braces from loose parts.
■ Place a short upper brace inside two of flie legs,
with the legs wide end up. (Upper braces have two
large holes in each end.) Make sure the two
dimples on the leg align with the two small holes on
each brace.
TABLE
SAW BASE
CRIIFTSMRN' TABLE SAW 315.228310
SHAFT END
SCREW
CARRIAGE
BOLT
Fig. 6
UPPER BRACE
LOWER BRACE
LEVELING FOOT
18
WASHER
WASHER
HEX NUT
Fig. 7
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ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLING LEG STAND (Continued)
■ Align the two large holes on the brace and the legs.
Insert the carriage bolts. Add flat washers and hex
nuts and hand tighten. Repeat for the other short
upper brace. These are the front and back sets.
■ For the sides, install a long upper brace on two
legs. Add hardware and finger tighten. Repeat for
the other long 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
each leg with the bolts pointing up. Secure with a
flat washer and hex nut but do not tighten.
■ Move the leg stand to desired location. Adjust the
leveling feet with a 12 mm wrench, then securely
tighten the top hex nut.
^ WARNING: Do not lift the saw table without
help. The table saw base weighs approximately
95 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 beise. Align
the holes in the table with the holes in the end
braces. Make sure the Craftsman label faces the
front of the saw (same side as height handwheel).
Place a flat washer on each bolt and insert through
hole. Add a flat washer and a hex nut. Hand
tighten.
Repeat for the three remaining holes. Tighten all
hardware with a 12 mm wrench. You may find it
helpful to use two wrenches, one wrench to hold
the head of the bolt and one to tighten the hex nut.
Leave the saw upside down to add table exten
sions.
HEX NUT
FLAT WASHER
LEG STAND
LEG STAND SHOWN ASSEMBLED
Fig. 8
MOUNTING THE LEG STAND ON THE TABLE
SAW BASE
See Figure 9.
■ Take the following from the hardware bag:
4 hex bolts (5/16-18 x 1/2 in.)
4 hex nuts (5/16-18)
8 flat washers (5/16 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.
FLAT WASHER
HEX BOLT
Fig. 9
CRHFTSHRir TABLE SAW 315^28310
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ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLING TABLE EXTENSIONS
See Figure 10.
■ Locate the table extensions and the small hardware
material, but help protect you. Serious injury
can result from workpiece binding or kickback
due to twisted rails or a misaligned rip fence.
■ With the saw upside down, align table extensions to
the saw table. Put a flat washer on each bolt, and
attach the extensions to the table by inserting bolts
through holes from the direction of the table.
■ Slip the remaining fiat washers and hex nuts on the
bolts. Lightly tighten with a 12 mm wrench.
■ Get help to stand saw assembly upright using the
center saw table. Do not grasp saw by extensions.
WARNING; Do not lift the saw table without
help. 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.
ALIGNING TABLE EXTENSIONS
See Figure 11.
A good alignment allows the rails to slide on easily.
■ Stand at the front of the saw and line up the front
edges of the table and extensions.
■ If adjustments are needed, put a block of wood
where the extension meets the table, and tap the
block of wood with a hammer. Check and repeat
until the front edges aré even.
■ Lift each extension slightly until it is higher than
table (if necessary, place a block below and tap
upward). Center the block of wood over the edges
and tap it. Recheck the front alignment. If even,
tighten the screws with a 12 mm wrench.
BLOCK
TABLE
HEX
HEAD BOLT
CRflFTSHRN* TABLE SAW315.228310
HEX NUT
Fig. 10
20
SAVy OF WOOD
BLOCK
TABLE
TABLE
EXTENSION
Fig. 11
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ASSEMBLY
INSTALLING THE REAR RAIL
See Figures 12 ~ 14.
^ WARNING: Front and rear rails must be
installed and carefully aligned to reduce the risk
of kickback. Kickback can result in serious injury.
■ From the carton, remove the rear rail and the
following hardware:
6 square head bolts (5/16-18 x 1 in.)
6 flat washers (5/16 in.)
6 hex nuts (5/16-18)
Right and left end caps for rear rail
2 screws (5/32-32 x 1/2 in.)
Note: Remaining hardware from this hardware bag is
used for installing the front rail and end caps.
■ At the back of the table, put the square head bolts
in the holes in the edge of the table and extensions
so the bolt heads extend outward 1/2 in.
■ Under the table, loosely attach washers and hex
nuts onto bolts. Slide the slot on the rear rail over
the bolts. Adjust each bolt to fit the rail closely to
the table.
■ Position rail so that right hand edge extends 2-1/2
inches beyond table extension.
■ Push the rail against table and tighten each nut with
a 12 mm wrench.
■ If the rail jams and does not slide easily over the
bolts, re-align the table extensions.
■ Put the end caps on the rail ends, insert the screws
and tighten with a phillips head screwdriver.
REAR RAIL
SQUARE
HEAD BOLTS
SLOT
TABLE
EXTENSION
FLAT
WASHER
HEX NUT
Fig. 12
21CRRFTXMRN’ TABLE SAW 315.228310
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ASSEMBLY
INSTALLING THE FRONT RAIL
See Figures 15 and 16.
■ Get the front rail, the switch assembly, and the
following hardware:
6 square head bolts (5/16-18 x 1 in.)
6 flat washers (5/16 in.)
6 hex nuts (5/16-18)
2 screws (1/4-20 x 3/8 in.) (located on switch plate)
2 square nuts (1/4-20) (located on switch plate)
Right and left end caps for front rail
2 screws (5/32-32 x 1/2 in.)
■ Set aside end caps and screws until you have
aligned the rip fence and front rail.
■ Insert the six square head bolts into the table and
extensions, so the bolt heads extend outward 1/2
in.
■ Loosely attach a washer and a hex nut to each bolt.
■ The back of the rail has two slots. Slide the upper
slot over the bolts. (Bottom slot Is for switch.)
■ Align the rail left to right - Match the 7-1/8 in. mark
on the right scale to the right edge of the table saw
base (main table). See Figure 16.
■ Snug the rail against table. Finger-tighten each nut
on Uie table and extensions.
■ Locate the switch assembly. The two screws are
installed through the back of the switch plate with
the square nuts extending out toward the front.
Note: The square nuts are loose on the switch plate.
■ Slide the square nuts into the lower slot of the rail.
■ Slide the switch assembly to a convenient position,
leaving ample clearance for the handwheel. Tighten
securely with a screwdriver. Do not tighten the rail
bolts.
SQUARE
HEAD BOLTS
TABLE
EXTENSION
FRONT RAIL
Fig. 15
END CAP
^ WARNING: Place the switch out of the
immediate work area to avoid accidentally
turning it off during operation.
TABLE
7-1Ain.MARK
RIGHT SCALE
ClIRFTSMIlir TABLE SAW 315.228310
Fig. 16
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ASSEMBLY
ALIGNING THE RIP FENCE AND FRONT RAIL
See Figures 17 and 18.
The rip fence scale indicator is installed on the right
side of the rip fence but can be removed and rein
stalled on the left side if needed. If a cutting operation
requires placing the rip fence on the left side of the
blade, and you find relocating the scale indicator
necessary, simply unscrew and re-attach It.
■ Hook the back of the tip fence over the rear rail.
Lower the front of the rip fence into the groove on
the front rail.
■ Slide the rip fence back and forth. It should move
freely with about 1/16 in. clearance between the rip
fence and table surface. If it doesn't, loosen the
nuts holding the front rail and adjust it up or down.
■ Remove the rip fence and repeat on other side of
the blade. When the fence rides smoothly,
tighten all rail hex nuts with a 12 mm wrench.
■ Attach the end caps and screws with a phillips
screwdriver.
RIP FENCE
MOUNTING THE MOTOR
See Figure 19.
■ Locate the motor assembly, the motor mounting
plate and the following hardware:
Note; Remaining hardware from this bag is used for
installing the belt guard.
■ Release the bevel lock handle (front of cabinet)
and turn the bevel handwheel (side of cabinet) until
the blade is fully vertical. Retighten the bevel lock
handle.
■ Align the holes in the motor mounting plate and the
motor bracket so the top edges are even. Place a
flat washer on the 1 in. bolts and insert into the
holes.
9 Install a flat washer, lock washer, and a hex nut on
each bolt. Hand tighten only. This is the motor
support assembly.
■ Center the motor side to side on the motor mount
ing plate. Tighten the nuts with a 12 mm wrench.
■ Insert the two rods on the motor support assembly
into holes in the cradle. Push the motor in as far as
It will go. Thread the two hex bolts Into the cradle
to clamp down on the rods. Do not securely
tighten bolts yet.
KOOK OVER
TO INSTALL
SCALE INDICATOR
ONI^FTSIOE
REAR RAIL
Fig. 17
Fig. 18
HEX BOLTS
11n. HEX BOLTS
23
MOTOR
SUPPORT
ASSEMBLY
FUT
WASHER
Fig. 19
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ASSEMBLY
INSTALLING THE BELT AND BELT GUARD
See Figures 20 and 21.
■ Get the belt, belt guard, 4 flat washers (3/16 in.)
and 4 small hex nuts (3/16-24).
■ Lower the blade by turning the height handwheel.
■ Slip the belt on the saw pulley (inside cabinet). Lift
the motor forward and place the belt on the motor
pulley.
■ Check that the belt is straight and both pulleys are
aligned. If not. adjust the motor on the motor
support assembly. Refer to Mounting the Motor.
■ Raise the saw blade all the way up.
■ Pull the motor out until the belt is taut. Securely
tighten the hex bolts above the rods with a 12 mm
wrench.
■ Put your hand around the belt halfway between the
two pulleys and squeeze the belt until both sides of
the belt touch. The motor shouid move freely as
you squeeze the belt. If ii does not, loosen the hex
bolts and readjust the belt tension.
■ Lower the blade with the height handwheei. Lift the
motor forward and remove the belt.
■ Open the hinged belt guard and place it over the
motor screws on the motor pulley. Secure with flat
washers and hex nuts. Securely tighten the hex
nuts with a 10 mm wrench.
■ Repiace the belt and snap the guard closed.
■ Check the clearances by indexing the blade. Turn
the bevel handwheel to 45' and back. Use the
height handwheel to fully lower and raise the blade.
SAW PULLEY
CHECKING THE THROAT PLATE
See Figure 22.
CAUTION: The throat plate must be even with
the table surface. If it is too high or too low. the
workpiece can catch on uneven edges and
cause kickback.
■ Make sure the throat plate is flush with the table
top. To change height of the throat plate, loosen the
flat head screw that secures the throat plate and
adjust the four setscrews with a 2 mm hex key. Do
not allow the throat plate to bow up above the table
surface.
MOTOR SCREWS
CRAFTSMAN' TABLE SAW 315.228310
HEX KEY
TABLE TOP
MOTOR
PULLEY
Fig. 20 HANDWHEEL
24
2 mm
HEIGHT
SETSCREW
BEVEL<
HANDWHEEL
FRAMING SQUARE
THROAT PLATE
Fig. 22
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ASSEMBLY
INSTALLING THE BLADE GUARD
See Figures 23 - 25.
WARNING: If the blade is not fully lowered, turn
the height handwheel to lower the blade to
prevent injury.
■ Locate the blade guard, the blade guard bracket,
and the following hardware:
2 hex bolts (5/16-18 x 1/2 in.)
2 lock washers (5/16 in.)
3 socket head screws (1/4-20 x 3/8 in.)
3 flat washers (1/4 in.)
■ Align the lower end of the blade guard bracket and
the threaded holes of the cradle and insert the hex
bolts and lock washers. Securely tighten w№i a 12
mm wrench.
■ Remove the throat plate. See page 32.
■ Put the blade guard assembly in place on the table
top, aligning the screw holes in the riving knife to
the holes in the bracket. Align the hole In the front
of the riving knife base with the screw hole in the
saw table.
Note: The screw hole is located under the slot in back
of the throat plate.
■ insert two socket head screws and two flat washers
in the two holes at the back of the riving knife base.
Securely tighten with a 5 mm hex key.
■ Insert the third socket head screw and flat washer
into screw hole in saw table under throat plate.
Securely tighten with a 5 mm hex key.
■ Replace die throat plate.
CttfIFTSMRN' TABLE SAW 315.228310
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ASSEMBLY
ALIGNING THE RIVING KNIFE WITH THE
BLADE
See Figures 26 - 28.
^ WARNING: Make sure the switch is off, the
switch key is removed, and your saw is
unplugged. Failure to do so could result in
accidental starting, causing serious personal
injury.
The riving knife must be aligned with and centered
over the blade.
^ WARNING: It is important to install and adjust
the riving knife correctly. Poor alignment could
cause kickback and throw the workpiece at the
operator.
■ Raise the blade guard. ,
■ Place a framing square or straightedge beside the
blade on the left. See Figure 26.
■ Loosen the front screw on the riving knife with a
5 mm hex key. See Figure 27.
■ Center the riving knife over the blade. See Figure
28.
■ Securely tighten the screw with a 5 mm hex key.
CRflFTSHHN' TABLE SAW 315.228310
TOP VIEW OF SAW WITH RIVING
KNIFE SHOWN CENTERED OVER BUDE
Fig. 28
26
Page 27
ASSEMBLY
CHECKING RIP FENCE AND BLADE
ALIGNMENT
See Figures 29 - 31.
The rip fence is seif-aiigning but shouid be checked
before first use.
^ WARNING: Failure to align the rip fence to the
blade can cause jams and kickback, resuitIng In
serious personai injury.
■ Siide the rip fence to the miter gage groove, which
is parallel to blade. Do not lock the rip fence.
■ Place a framing square against the blade, with the
long end under the rip fence. Note the distance.
■ Move the square to the back and measure the
length from the other end of the fence.
■ If the distances are different, loosen the four screws
around the rip fence handle with a 6 mm hex key.
Alternate the order (loosen the screw opposite, not
next to the first one).
■ Hold the fence handle against the front rail and
align the rip fence with the blade.
■ Retighten the screws in alternating order and check
the alignment.
■ Repeat until the rip fence is aligned.
To complete assembly of the saw. plug the motor cord
into the back of the switch. Run the cord around the
side of the cabinet. Secure it to the side of the cabinet
with the cord clip and screw provided. Use care with
the cord around sharp edges. Your saw is now set up
to provide years of high quality performance.
RIP FENCE
Note: To insure proper self alignment when position
ing rip fence, push sides of scale indicator
housing against front rail before locking rip
fence handle.
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ADJUSTMENTS
To avoid unnecessary setups and adjustments, a
good practice is to check your setups carefully with a
framing square and make practice cuts in scrap wood
before making finish cuts in good workpieces. Do not
start any adjustments until you have checked with a
square and made test cuts to be sure adjustments are
needed.
REPLACING THE BLADE
See Figures 32 - 34.
^ WARNING: Make sure the switch is off, the
switch key is removed, and your saw is
unplugged. Failure to do so could result in
accidental starting, resulting in serious personal
injury.
■ Raise the blade guard and remove the throat plate.
To remove, loosen the screw at the front with a
Phillips screwdriver and lift the front end. Pull it out
toward the front end. ’
■ Raise the blade to its highest position by turning
the height handwheel clockwise. Angle the blade
straight up by loosening the bevel lock handle and
turning the bevel handwheel. Wedge a piece of
scrap wood against the front of the blade. See
Figure 32.
■ Loosen the blade nut with the blade wrench
provided with your saw. Remove the blade nut and
blade washer. Carefully remove the scrap wood
and blade.
■ To replace the blade with an accessory blade,
follow the instructions provided with the accessory.
■ To install a standard blade, place the new blade on
the arbor shaft, with teeth pointing down toward the
front of the saw. Wedge a piece of scrap wood at
the back of the blade. See Figure 34.
CAUTION: The teeth must point down toward
the front of the saw to work properly. Othenwise,
damage to the blade, saw, or workpiece can
occur.
■ Place the blade washer and the blade nut over
the blade arbor. Be sure the dome side of the
blade washer faces out from the blade and that
all items are snug against the arbor housing.
Tighten securely.
■ Remove the scrap wood and rotate the blade by
hand to make sure it turns freely.
■ Slip the throat plate into the opening and push it
toward the back of the saw to engage the spring
clip. Securely tighten the screw. If the throat plate
is not flush with the table, adjust the setscrews
with a 2 mm hex key. Do not allow the throat
plate to bow up above the table surface.
CRnFTSMflN- TABLE SAW 315.226310
ARBOR SHAFT
28
Page 29
ADJUSTMENTS
SCRAP WOOD
TO TIGHTEN
BLADE NUT
HEELING (PARALLELING) THE SAWBLADE
TO THE MITER GAGE GROOVE
See Figures 35 - 37.
00 NOT loosen any screws for this adjustment
until you have checked with a square and made
test cuts to be sure adjustments are necessary.
Once the screws are loosened, these items must
be reset.
FRAMING SQUARE
WARNING: Make sure the switch is off, the
switch key is removed, and your saw is un
plugged. Failure to do so could result in acciden
tal starting, resulting in serious personal injury.
WARNING: The sawblade must be parallel to
the miter gage groove so the wood does not
bind, resulting in kickback. You could be hit or
cut.
■ Lift the blade guard. Raise the blade all the way by
turning the height handwheel.
■ Mark one of the sawblade teeth at the front of the
blade. Place a framing square beside the blade and
just touching the marked tooth. Measure the
distance to the right miter gage groove.
■ Turn the sawblade so the marked tooth is at the
back.
■ Move the square to the rear and again measure the
distance to the right miter gage groove. If the
distances are the same, the blade and the miter
gage groove are parallel.
MITER GAGE GROOVE
If the distances measured are different, adjust the
mechanism underneath the saw. .
^ WARNING: When reaching under the saw
table, wear gloves or first remove the blade.
Accidental contact with the blade could cause a
cut resulting In serious personal injury.
Remove the throat plate by loosening the front
screw with a phillips screwdriver. Lift the throat
plate and pull it out by the front end.
Lower the blade completely with the height
handwheel. You can then access the table brackets
through the throat plate opening.
From the back, loosen the three rear screws
holding rear table bracket using a 12 mm wrench.
If the tooth was too far from the square’s blade,
move the rear bracket toward the miter gage
groove. Tap with a block of wood and hammer.
29
CRRFTXMRN' TABLE SAW 315.228310
Fig. 36
Page 30
ADJUSTMENTS
■ If the tooth was too close to the square, back the
bracket away with the block of wood and hammer.
■ Tighten the screws, raise the blade and recheck.
■ Repeat until blade is parallel to miter gage groove.
■ If the blade is not parallel, adjust the front table
bracket. Tilt the blade to 45' with the blade lock
handle and bevel handwheel.
■ From the back of the saw. loosen the bolts holding
the front table bracket, as welt as the rear table
bracket.
■ Reposition the blade to 90' with the bevel hand
wheel and blade lock handle.
■ Lower the blade and move the brackets as needed.
Retighten all bracket screws.
■ Raise the blade and recheck. Repeat until the
blade is parallel to the miter gage groove.
■ Place the throat plate in the opening and push it
toward the rear of saw base to engage the spring
clip.
Note: The keyslot in the throat plate will drop over the
front screw.
■ Tighten the screw. Do not allow the throat plate to
bow up above the table surface.
SAW TABLE VIEW FROM BELOW
TABLEBMCKET
SETTING THE BEVEL STOPS AND INDICATOR
See Figures 38 and 39.
WARNING; Make sure the switch is off, the
switch key is removed, and your saw is
unplugged. Failure to do so could result in
accidental starting, resulting in serious personal
injury.
The bevel scale should show O' when the blade is set
vertical at 90' to table, and 45* when blade is at 45* tilt.
■ Raise the blade all the way up by turning the height
handwheel. Lift the blade guard.
■ Loosen bevel lock handle and turn the bevel
handwheel clockwise to tilt the blade. Reverse it
and turn the handwheel counterclockwise until it
stops.
■ Check the blade angle with a combination square.
Don’t let the square touch a blade tooth. The blade
should be at 90' and the scale indicator at 0*.
Note; The scale indicator is the pleistic plate on the
scale at the front of the cabinet.
■ If the scale indicator does not point to O', loosen the
scale indicator with a screwdriver, adjust it within
the slot, and retighten the screw,
■ If the blade angle Is wrong, adjust the 90’ stop
screw (left of the blade, looking from the front). Start
by turning the 90' stop screw three or four turns
with a 4 mm hex key.
REAR
BRACKET
SCREW(S)
FRONT
TABLE BRACKET
FRONT-
BRACKET
SCREWfS)
Fig. 37
90® STOP SCREW
45® STOP SCREW
4 mm
HEX KEY
Fig. 38
Turn the bevel handwheel clockwise once, then
back counterclockwise to square blade with table.
Tighten the 90' stop screw and recheck that the
blade is square in a 90* position. If not, repeat.
When the blade is square, check the scale indica
tor. If it is not at zero, reset the scale indicator as
before.
CRflFTSMRN* TABLE SAW 315.228310
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ADJUSTMENTS
Check the 45' setting. Tilt the blade with the bevel
handwheel as far as it will go to the left. Place the
square against the blade (be sure the square is not
against one of the saw teeth). If the blade is not at
45", unscrew the 45' stop screw (right of blade),
turn the handwheel until the blade is correct, and
tighten the screw. Recheck and repeat if neces
sary.
Check that the scale indicator is at 45'.
If not, loosen the scale indicator with a screwdriver,
adjust it within the slot, and retighten the screw.
SCALE
INDICATOR
Fig. 39
ADJUSTING THE MITER GAGE
See Figure 40.
You can set the miter gage at 0' and plus or minus 45'
with the miter gage stop pin and adjustable stop
screws.
Note: The miter gage provides close accuracy in
angled cuts. For very close tolerances, test
cuts are recommended.
Loosen knob and pull out on stop pin to rotate miter
gage base past stop screws.
Loosen tile lock nut of the 0* stop screw at the stop
pin with a 8 mm wrench.
Place a 90* square against the miter gage rod and
the miter gage base.
If the rod is not square, loosen the knob, adjust the
rod, and tighten the knob.
Adjust the O' stop screw until it rests against the
stop pin.
Adjust the plus and minus 45* stop screws using a
45' triangle and the steps above.
MITER
GAGE ROD
45°ADJUSTABLE
STOP SCREW
0° ADJUSTABLE
STOP SCREW
KNOB
LOCKNUT
STOP PIN
Fig. 40
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ADJUSTMENTS
REMOVING / REPLACING THE THROAT
PLATE
See Figure 41.
WARNING: Make sure the switch is off, the
switch key is removed, and your saw is
unplugged. Failure to do so could result in
accidental starting, resulting in serious pereonal
injury.
■ To remove the throat plate, first loosen the screw in
the throat plate with a phillips screwdriver and lift
the front end. Pull it out toward the front of the saw.
■ To re-install the throat plate, place It in the opening.
Push it toward the rear of saw base to engage the
spring clip.
Note: The keyslot in the throat plate will drop over the
screw.
■ Check that the throat plate is even with the table
top. If not, adjust the four set screws with a 2
mm hex key. See the procedure in the Assem
bly sedtion.
■ Securely tighten throat plate screw. Do not allow
the throat plate to bow up above the table surface.
THROAT PLATE
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OPERATION
BAStC OPERATION OF THE TABLE SAW
A table saw can be used for straight-line cutting
operations such as cross cutting, ripping, mitering,
beveling, and compound cutting. It can make dado or
molding cuts with optional accessories.
The three-prong plug must be plugged into a match
ing outlet that is properly installed and grounded
according to all local codes and ordinances. Improper
connection of the equipment can result in electric
shock. Check with an electrician or service personnel
if you are unsure about proper grounding. Do not
modify the plug; if it will not fit the outlet, have the
correct outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Refer
to the Electrical page of this manual.
Note: This table saw is designed to cut wood and
wood composition products only.
CAUSES OF KICKBACK
Kickback can occur when the blade stalls or binds,
kicking the workpiece back toward you with great
force and speed. If your hands are near the sawblade,
they may be jerked loose from the workpiece and may
corrtact the blade. Obviously, kickback can cause
serious injury, and it is well worth using precautions to
avoid the risks.
Kickback can be caused by any action that pinches
the blade in the wood, such as the following:
■ Making a cut with incorrect blade depth
■ Sawing into knots or nails in the workpiece
■ Twisting the wood while making a cut
■ Failing to support work
■ Forcing a cut
■ Cutting warped or wet lumber
■ Using the wrong blade for the type of cut
■ Not following correct operating procedures
■ Misusing the saw
■ Failing to use the anti-kickback pawls
■ Cutting with a dull, gummed-up, or improperly set
blade
AVOIDING KICKBACK
■ Always use the correct blade depth setting. The
top of the blade teeth should clear the workpiece
by 1/8 in. to 1/4 in.
■ Inspect the work for knots or nails before beginning
a cut. Knock out any loose knots with a hammer.
Never saw into a loose knot or nail,
■ Always use the rip fence when rip cutting and the
miter gage when cross cutting. This helps prevent
twisting the wood in the cut.
■ Always use clean, sharp, and properly-set blades.
Never make cuts with dull blades.
■ To avoid pinching the blade, support the work
properly before beginning a cut.
■ When making a cut, use steady, even pressure.
Never force cuts.
■ Do not cut wet or warped lumber.
■ Always hold your workpiece firmly with both hands
or with pushsticks. Keep your body in a balanced
position to be ready to resist kickback should it
occur. Never stand directly in line with the blade.
■ Use the right type of blade for the cut being made.
CUTTING AIDS
See Figure 42.
Pushsticks are devices used for safely pushing a
workpiece through the blade instead of using your
hands. They can be made in various sizes and
shapes from scrap wood to use in a specific project.
The stick must be narrower than the workpiece, with a
90 notch in one end and shaping for a grip on the
other end.
A pushblock has a handle fastened by recessed
screws from the underside, Use it on non-through
cuts.
CAUTION: Be sure the screw is recessed to
avoid damaging the saw or workpiece.
PUSHBLOCKS
0
Fig.42
A featherboard is used when it is not practical to use
the miter gage, usually due to the size of the
workpiece. The end is angled, with a number of short
kerfs to give a friction hold on the workpiece. Use a
C-clamp to lock it in place on the table. Test that it
could resist kickback.
WARNING: Place the featherboard against the
uncut portion of the workpiece, to avoid kickback.
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OPERATION
TYPES OF CUTS
See Figure 43.
There are six basic cuts: 1) the cross cut,
2) the rip cut, 3) the miter cut, 4) the bevel cross cut,
5) the bevel rip cut, and 6) the compound (bevel)
miter cut. All other cuts are combinations of these
basic six. Operating procedures for making each kind
of cut are given later in this section.'
Д WARNING: Always make sure the blade guard
and anti-kickback pawls are in place and working
properly when making these cuts to avoid
possible injury.
Cross cuts are straight 90' cuts made across the grain
of the workpiece. The wood is fed into the cut at a 90
degree angle to the blade, and the blade is vertical.
Rip outs are made with the grain of the wood. To
avoid kickback while making a rip cut, make sure one
side of the wood rides firmly against the rip fence.
Miter cuts are made with the wood at any angle to the
blade other than 90'. The blade is vertical. Miter cuts
tend to “creep" away from the miter fence during
cutting. This can be controlled by holding the
workpiece securely against the miter fence.
Д WARNING: Always use a pushstick with small
pieces of wood, and also to finish the cut when
ripping a long narrow piece of wood, to prevent
your hands from getting close to the blade.
Bevel cuts are made with an angled blade. Bevel
cross cuts are across the wood grain, and bevel rip
cuts are with the grain. The rip fence must always be
on the right side of the blade for bevel rip cuts.
Compound (or bevel) miter cuts are made with an
angled blade on wood that is angled to the blade. Be
thoroughly familiar with making cross cuts, rip cuts,
bevel cuts, and miter cuts before trying a compound
miter cut.
Rip Cut
Miter Cut
WARNING: All blades and cutting accessories
must be rated for at least 5,000 rpm to prevent
possible injury.
CRRFnMim* TABLE SAW 315.228310
Fig. 43
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OPERATION
MAKING A CROSS CUT
See Figure 44.
It is recommended that you make test cuts on scrap
wood. Stand at the front of the saw and push the
wood to the blade with the miter gage.
WARNING: Make sure the blade guard is
lowered over blade and Is working properly to
prevent possible injury.
■ Set the blade to the right depth for the workpiece by
turning the height handwheel.
■ Set the miter gage to O'. Make sure miter gage
knob is securely tightened.
■ Place a support the same height as the top of the
saw table behind the saw for the cut work.
■ The miter gage may be used in either of the two
grooves in the table. When using left groove, hold
workpiece firmly against the miter gage base with
your left hand and grip the knob with your right
hand. When using the right groove, hold workpiece
firmly against the miter gage base with your right
hand and grip the knob with your left hand. See
Figure 44.
■ Check that the wood is not touching the blade.
Insert the key and lift the switch to the ON position.
■ Let the blade build up to full speed before feeding
the workpiece into the blade with the miter gage.
■ Hold the work firmly against the miter gage and
push the miter gage to feed the work into the blade.
■ When the work is completed, press the switch off
and remove the key.
MAKING A RIP CUT
See Figure 45.
Making a test cut on scrap wood is highly recom
mended. From the front of the saw, position the wood
against the rip fence and push it to the blade with a
pushstick. Be sure the end of the wood is square.
For small pieces of wood, use a pushstick to move
the wood into and past the blade.
Make sure the wood is not touching the blade.
Insert the key and lift the switch to the ON position.
Let the blade build up to full speed before feeding
the workpiece into the blade.
When the work Is completed, press the switch off
and remove the key.
CROSS CUT
PLACE LEFT HAND ON
WORKPIECE AND
MITER GAGE HERE
RIP CUT
WHEN MITER GAGE IS
ON LEFT SIDE OF BLADE
PLACE RIGHT HAND ON
MITER GAGE KNOB HERE
Fig. 44
^ WARNING; Never stand directly in the line of
cut. Stand to the side to reduce risk of injury.
^ WARNING: Never push a small piece of wood
into the blade with your hand.
WARNING: Make sure the blade guard is
lowered over blade and is working properly to
prevent possible injury.
■ Remove the miter gage and attach the rip fence
over the rails.
■ Place a support the same height as the top of the
saw table behind the saw for the cut work.
■ Position the rip fence the correct distance from the
blade for the cut.
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OPERATION
MAKING A MITER CUT
See Figure 46.
Make a test cut on scrap wood. From the front of the
saw, push the wood to the blade with the miter gage.
WARNING: Make sure the blade guard is
lowered over blade and is working properly to
prevent possible injury.
■ Check that the blade is at the correct height for the
workpiece. To change the height, turn the height
hand wheei.
■ To set the wood angle, loosen the miter gage knob,
set the angle with the indicator on the miter gage,
then retighten miter gage knob.
■ Place a support the same height as the top of the
saw table behind the saw for the cut work.
■ Make sure the wood is not touching the blade
before turning on the saw.’ Insert the key and lift
the switch to the ON position. Let the blade build
up to full speed before moving the miter gage to
feed the workpiece into the blade.
■ Hold the work firmly against the miter gage and
push the miter gage to feed the work into the blade.
■ When the work is completed, press the switch off
and remove the key.
MAKING A BEVEL CROSS CUT
See Figures 47 and 48.
Try out this cut on a piece of scrap wood before
cutting your workpiece.
MITER CUT
Fig. 46
^ WARNING: Make sure the blade guard is
lowered over blade and is working properly to
prevent possible injury.
■ Raise the rip fence handle and remove the rip
fence.
■ Set the blade angle by loosening the bevel lock
handle and turning the bevel handwheel. Retighten
the bevel lock handle.
H Set miter gage to 0’ if needed. Make sure miter
gage knob is securely tightened.
■ Place a support the same height as the top of the
saw table behind the saw for the cut work.
■ Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before
turning on the saw. Insert the key and lift the switch
to the ON position. Let the blade build up to full
speed before feeding the wood into the blade with
the miter gage.
■ Hold the work firmly against the miter gage and
push the miter gage to feed the work into the blade.
■ When the work is completed, press the switch off
and remove the key.
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Fig. 48
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OPERATION
MAKING A BEVEL RIP CUT
See Figure 49.
Try out this cut on a piece of scrap wood before
cutting your workpiece. Use a pushstick to move small
pieces of wood into and past the blade.
^ WARNING: Make sure the blade guard is
iowered over blade and is working properly to
prevent possible injury.
■ Set the blade angle by loosening the bevel lock
handle and turning the bevel handwheel. Retighten
the bevel lock handle.
WARNING: When making a bevel rip cut, the
rip fence must be on the right side of the blade.
Otherwise the fence could trap the workpiece,
possibly causing kickback and resulting in injury.
■ Attach the rip fence on the 'right side of the blade at
the correct distance from the blade for the cut.
■ Place a support the same height as the top of the
saw table behind the saw for the cut work.
yv WARNING: Never stand directly in the line of
cut. Stand to the side to reduce the chance of
injury should kickback occur.
■ Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before
turning on the saw. Insert the key and lift the switch
to the ON position. Let the blade obtain full speed
before feeding the workpiece into the blade.
BEVEL RIP CUT
Fig. 49
Place the work firmly against the rip fence and feed
the work into the blade.
k WARNING: Never push a small piece of wood
^ into the blade with your hand. Use a pushstick as
the end of the workpiece nears the blade.
When the work is completed, press the switch off
and remove the key.
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OPERATION
MAKING A COMPOUND (BEVEL) MITER CUT
See Figure 50.
Practice on scrap wood. From the front of the saw,
push the wood to the blade with the miter gage. Do
not use the rip fence.
A WARNING: Make sure the blade guard is
lowered over blade and is working properly to
prevent possible injury.
■ Set the blade angle and height by loosening the
bevel lock handle and turning the height and bevel
handwheels. Retighten the bevel lock handle.
A WARNING: When blade is angled to the left,
the miter gage must be on the right side of the
blade. Othenwise the gage could trap the
workpiece, possibly causing kickback and
resuiting in injury.
■ Set the wood angle by loosening the miter gage
knob and setting it to the desired angie,
■ Retighten miter gage knob.
■ Place a support the same height as the top of the
saw tabie behind the saw for the cut work.
■ Make sure the wood is not touching the blade.
■ Insert the key and lift the switch to the ON position.
Let the blade build up to full speed.
■ Hold the work firmly against the miter gage and
push the miter gage to feed the work into the blade.
■ When the work is completed, press the switch off
and remove the key.
COMPOUND (BEVEL) MITER CUT
E
WHEN MITER GAGE IS
ON RIGHT SIDE OF BLADE
PUCE LEFT HAND ON
MITER GAGE KNOB HERE
PUCE RIGHT HAND
ON WORKPIECE AND
MITER GAGE HERE
Fig. 50
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OPERATION
MAKING A LARGE PANEL CUT
See Figure 51.
Make sure the saw is properly secured to a work
surface to avoid tipping from the weight of a large
panel.
WARNING: Make sure the blade guard is
lowered over blade and is working properly to
prevent possible injury.
■ Place a support the same height as the top of the
saw table behind the saw for the cut work. Add
supports to the sides as needed.
■ Depending on the shape of the panel, use the tip
fence or miter gage. If the panel is too large to use
either the rip fence or the miter gage, it is too large
for this saw.
WARNING: Never makp freehand cuts (cuts
without the miter gage or rip fence), which can
result in serious injury.
MAKING A NON-THROUGH CUT
See Figure 52.
This is the only type of cut made without the blade
guard.
LARGE PANEL CUT
Fig. 51
Make sure the wood does not touch the blade
before you turn on the saw. Let the blade build up
to full speed before feeding the wood into the
blade.
When the work is completed, press the switch off
and remove the key.
NON-THROUGH CUT
WARNING: Unplug the saw while removing or
replacing the blade guard to prevent accidental
starting and injury.
■ Lift the blade guard out of the way.
■ Adjust the blade angle and height by releasing the
bevel lock handle and turning the height and bevel
handwheels. Reset the bevel lock handle.
■ Remove the riving knife and guard assembly as
shown. Take out the throat plate by removing the
screw with a phillips screwdriver. Be sure to rein
stall it before moving to the next step.
■ Place a support the same height as the top of the
saw table behind the saw for the cut work. Add
supports to the sides as needed.
WARNING: Always use pushsticks or
pushblocks when making non-through cuts to
avoid the risk of serious injury. Never feed wood
with your hands.
■ Make sure the wood is not touching the blade.
Insert the key and lift the switch to the ON position.
Let the blade build up to full speed before feeding
the workpiece into the blade.
■ When the work is completed, press the switch off
and remove the switch key. Unplug the saw, then
reinstall the riving knife and the biade guard.
Fig. 52
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OPERATION
MAKING A DADO CUT
See Figure 53.
An optional dado throat plate is required for this
procedure. See the Accessories section of this
manual and check with your nearest Sears Retail
Store. All blades and dado sets must be rated at least
5,000 RPM.
WARNING: Unplug the saw before working
around the blade. Accidental starting could
cause serious injury.
■ Take out the throat plate by loosening the screw.
■ Remove the riving knife and guard assembly.
■ Remove the blade.
■ Mount the dado blade according to the instructions
provided with it.
■ Test the blade nut and blade washer tightness.
■ Install optional dado throat plate.
■ Plug in the saw and follow dado instructions.
Always use pushsticks with dado cuts.
■ When the work is completed, press the switch off
and remove the key.
■ Unplug the saw and reinstall the riving knife and
blade guard.
■ Reverse the first six steps above.
DADO CUT
Fig. 53
WARNING: Never put your hands within 3 in. of
the blade when it is on or you could be seriously
hurt.
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MAINTENANCE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
WARNING: When servicing, use only identical
Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other
part may create a hazard or cause product
damage.
^ WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that
couid cause possible serious personal injury,
turn off the saw, remove the switch key, and
unplug the saw before working on the table saw.
■ Remove sawdust from the rails, top surface, and
inside of saw frequently.
■ Clean plastic parts with a soft damp cloth. Do not
use any strong solvents.
WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids,
gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating
oils, etc. contact plastic parts. They contain
chemicals that can damage, weaken or destroy
plastic.
■ Periodically clean the table, rails, and rip fence with
gum and pitch remover. Do not allow pitch to
accumulate on the saw.
■ Apply a thin coat of paste wax to the table top so
the wood slides easily while cutting.
■ Regularly check all nuts, bolts, screws, and belts
for tightness and condition. Make sure the throat
plate is in good condition.
MOTOR/ELECTRICAL
■ Frequently vacuum or blow out any sawdust from
the motor.
^ WARNING: If the power cord is worn, cut, or
damaged in any way, have it replaced immedi
ately by a qualified service technician at a Sears
store or repair center. Failure to do so could
result in serious personal injury.
^ WARNING: To avoid fire or electrocution,
reassemble electric parts with only identical
Craftsman replacement parts. Reassemble
exactly as originally assembled.
LUBRICATION
This saw has been lubricated at the factory prior to
shipment. After extended use, you should inspect,
clean, and lubricate the areas shown in the drawing.
Clean before lubricating with a solvent recommended
for gum and pitch removal. Lubricate with SAE no. 20
or no. 30 engine oil.
See Figure 54.
■ Table brackets, (a)
■ Bevel handwheel rod threads and knuckle, (b)
■ Height handwheel threads and trunnion, (c)
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1 TROUBLESHOOTING |
PROBLEM
Saw does not start.
Saw is noisy when running.
Motor is slow or weak.
CAUSE
1. Motor cord or wall cord is not
plugged in.
2. Circuit fuse is blown.
3. Circuit breaker is tripped.
4. Cord or switch is damaged.
1. Motor needs attention.
1. Voltage from source is low.
2. Windings are burned out or
open.
3, Start switch is defective.
SOLUTION
1. Plug in motor cord or wall cord.
2. Replace circuit fuse.
3. Reset circuit breaker.
4. Have the cord or switch re
placed at your nearest Sears
Service Center.
1. Have the motor checked at
your nearest Sears Service
Center.
1. Request a voltage check from
the power company.
2. Have the motor checked at
your nearest Sears Service
Center.
3. Have the switch replaced.
Motor overheats.
Motor stalls, blows fuses, or trips
circuit breakers.
4. Circuit is overloaded with
appliances, lights, or other
motors.
1. Motor is overloaded.
2. Dull blade.
3. Sawdust inside saw Is blocking
air flow.
1. Starter switch is defective.
2. Voltage from source is low.
3. Dull blade.
4. Fuses or circuit breakers are
wrong size or defective.
5. Feeding workpiece too rapidly.
4. Do not use other appliances or
motors on the same circuit
when using the saw.
1. Request a voltage check from
the power company.
2. Replace the blade.
3. Clean out the saw base.
1. Have the switch replaced.
2. Request a voltage check from
the power company.
3. Replace the blade.
4. Replace fuses or circuit
breakers.
5. Feed workpiece into blade
slower.
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1 TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
Fuses or circuit breakers open
frequently.
Saw vibrates excessively.
Start switch does not operate.
CAUSE
1. Motor is overloaded.
2. Fuses or circuit breakers are
wrong size or defective.
3. Dull blade.
4. Start switch is defective.
1. Blade is warped.
2. Belt is damaged.
3. Saw is not mounted securely.
4. Work surface is uneven.
1. Switch contacts are burned out.
2. Capacitor is defective
SOLUTION
1. Feed work more slowly.
2. Replace fuses or circuit break
ers.
3. Replace the blade.
4. Have the switch replaced.
1. Replace the blade.
2. Replace the belt.
3. Tighten all hardware.
4. Reposition on a flat surface. Ad
just the leveling feet on legs.
1. Have the switch replaced and re
quest a voltage check from the
power company.
2. Have the capacitor replaced.
Handwheels are hard to turn.
Blade does not lower when turning
height handwheel.
Mitergage does not move smoothly.
Cut binds, bums or stalls motor when
ripping.
Saw blade does not cut true at 90' or
45* positions.
3. Connections are loose or dam
aged.
1. Sawdust has collected on the
mechanism inside saw.
1. Blade lock handle is not fully
released.
1. Miter gage assembly is dirty or
sticky.
1. Blade or teeth are dull.
2. Blade is heeling.
3. Board is warped.
4. Rip fence does not parallel blade.
1. Indicators are not properly ad
justed.
2. Positive stops inside base are
not accurate.
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3. Have the wiring checked and re
paired.
1. Clean and lubricate the mecha
nism.
1. Fully release the blade lock
handle.
1. Release the miter gage knob and
wax the miter gage base and
sides.
1. Sharpen or replace the blade.
2. See Heeling the Sawblade in the
Adjustments section.
3. Replace the board.
4. See Aligning die Rip Fence in the
Assemb/y section.
1. See Setting the Bevel Stops and
Indicator in the Adjustments sec
tion,
2. See Setting the Bevel Stops and
Indicator in the Adjustments sec
tion.
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1 TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
Rip fence does not move smoothly.
Wood edges away from rip fence
when ripping.
CAUSE
1. Rip fence is not mounted cor
rectly.
2. Rails are dirty or sticky.
1. Rip fence is misaligned.
SOLUTION
1. Remove and reposition the rip
fence. See Aligning Rip Fenceand Front Rail in the Assembly
section.
2. Clean and wax the rails.
1. See the Assembly section for
Checking Rip Fence and Blade
Alignment and Aligning Rip
Fence and Front Rail
procedures.
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CRAFTSMAN TABLE SAW - MODEL NO. 315.228310
The model number will be found on a plate attached to the cabinet. Always mention the model
number in all correspondence regarding your TABLE SAW or when ordering repair parts.
"Standard Hardware Item — May Be Purchased Locally
""Available From Div* 98 — Source 980,00
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SAW or when ordering repair parts.
FIGURE C
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SAW or when ordering repair parts.
PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE C
KEYPARTKEY
NO.NUMBERDESCRIPTIONQUAN.
NO.NUMBERDESCRIPTION
PART
QUAN.
cn
1979973-001Fence End Cap
2979945-001
** STD541425* Lock Nut (1/4-20)
3
* Screw (5/32-32 x 1/2 in.)...........................4
4979970-001Lock Plate
5979969-001Lock Spring
6979968-001Fence Lock Rod
7
The model number will be found on a plate attached to the cabinet. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your TABLE
SAW or when ordering repair parts.
FIGURE D
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.'Standard Hardware Item — May Be Purchased Locally
"Available From Div. 98 — Source 980.00
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SAW or when ordering repair parts.
** STD511003* Screw (#10-24 X 5/16 in.).................................................................................................
* Star Washer (#10)............................................................................................................
QUAN.
CO
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Is»
s
■'Standard Hardware Item — May Be Purchased Locally
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SAW or when ordering repair parts.
PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE F
cn
'si
KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
PART
NUMBER
979933-001
" STD541010
” STD551010
979932-001
979900-001
** STD502502
DESCRIPTION
Outer Belt Guard...........................................................................
.‘Standard Hardware Item — May Be Purchased Locally
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CRAFTSMAN TABLE SAW - MODEL NO. 315.228310
The model number will be found on a plate attached to the cabinet. Always mention the model number in ail correspondence regarding your TABLE
SAW or when ordering repair parts.
PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE G
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SAW or when ordering repair parts.
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CRAFTSMAN TABLE SAW - MODEL NO. 315.228310
The model number will be found on a plate attached to the cabinet. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your TABLE
SAW or when ordering repair parts.
PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE H
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979948-001
979870-001
979956-001
7979950-001
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12
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979949-001
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79871-001
979872-001
979869-001
979374-001
979875-001
980323-001
DESCRIPTION
* Screw (5/32-32 X 1/2 in.)............................................................................................
End Cap (Left Rear)...................................................................................................
'Standard Hardware Item — May Be Purchased Locally
"Available From Div. 98 — Source 980.00
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CRAFTSMAN TABLE SAW - MODEL NO. 315.228310
The model number will be found on a plate attached to the cabinet. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regardinq your TABLE
SAW or when ordering repair parts.
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The model number will be found on a plate attached to the cabinet. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your TABLE
SAW or when ordering repair parts.
KEYPARTKEYPART
NO.NUMBERDESCRIPTIONQUAN.
1
** STD551131* Lock Washer (5/16 in.)
2
" STD523105* Bolt (5/16-18 X 1/2 in. Hex Hd.)..
3979880*001Blade Guard Bracket