Craftsman 315228490 Owner’s Manual

Owner's Manual

II:RRFTSMRN'I

10 in. Stationary

TABLE SAW

Model No.

315.228490

Save this manual for

future reference.

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

• Safety

• Features

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

972000-781

9-00

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TABLE SAW If this £1tRFIrSNRN Table Saw fails due to a defect in matedal or workmanship within one year from the date of

purchase, Sears will repair it, free of charge. Contact a Sears Service Center for repair. If this product is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies only for 90 days from the date of

purchase. This warranty gives you specific legal nghts, and you may also have other dghts which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Your saw has many features for making cutting operations more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance and dependability have been given top priority inthe design of this saw making iteasy to maintain and operate•

_ CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire owner's manual before using your new saw. Pay close

attention to the Rules For Safe Operation, and all Safety Alert Symbols, including Danger, Warning and Caution. If you usa your saw properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable

service.

_ Lcx_kfor this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention... Your safety is involved.

• !!!

_IL WARNING:

The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes,

which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed.

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

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

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

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

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

• Glossary and Product Specifications ............................................................................................................. 8

• Unpacking and Accessories ........................................................................................................................... 9

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

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

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

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

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

CRRFTSMRIr TABLE SAW315,228490 2

• Assembly ................................................................................................................................................. 18-29

Installing Handwheels on Table Saw Base .................................................................................................. 18

Assembling Steel Leg Stand ................................................................................................................... 18-19

Mounting the Leg Stand on the Table Saw Base ........................................................................................ 19

Assembling Table Extensions ...................................................................................................................... 20

Aligning Table Extensions ............................................................................................................................ 20

Installing the Rear Rail ................................................................................................................................. 21

Installing the Front Rail ................................................................................................................................ 22

Aligning Rip Fence and Rails .................................................................................................................. 22-23

Mounting the Motor and Switch ............................................................................................................... 23-24

Installing the Belt and Belt Guard ................................................................................................................ 24

Installing the Blade Guard ............................................................................................................................ 25

Checking the Throat Plate ............................................................................................................................ 26

Aligning Riving Knife with the Blade ............................................................................................................ 26

Check Heeling (Paralleling) of the Sawblade to the Miter Gage Groove .................................................... 27

Checking Rip Fence and Blade Alignment .................................................................................................. 28

Changing the Motor Voltage ........................................................................................................................ 29

• Adjustments ........... w,................................................................................................................................ 30-33

Replacing the Blade ..................................................................................................................................... 30

Heeling (Paralleling) the Sawblade to Miter Gage Groove .......................................................................... 31

Setting the Bevel Stops and Indicator .......................................................................................................... 32

Adjusting the Miter Gage .............................................................................................................................. 33

Removing / Replacing the Throat Plate ....................................................................................................... 33

• Basic Operation of the Table Saw .......................................................................................................... 34-43

Causes of Kickback ...................................................................................................................................... 34

Avoiding Kickback ........................................................................................................................................ 34

Cutting Aids .................................................................................................................................................. 34

Resetting Thermal Ovedoad Protector .......................................................... ]............................................. 35

Causes of Overload ....................................................................................................................................... 35

Types of Cuts ............................................................................................................................................... 36

Making a Cross Cut ................................................................................................................................. 37-38

Making a Rip Cut .......................................................................................................................................... 38

Making a Miter Cut ....................................................................................................................................... 39

Making a Bevel Cross Cut ....................................................................................................................... 39-40

Making a Bevel Rip Cut ................................................................................................................................ 40

Making a Compound (Bevel) Miter Cut ........................................................................................................ 41

Making a Large Panel Cut ............................................................................................................................ 42

Making a Non-Through Cut .......................................................................................................................... 43

Making a Dado Cut ....................................................................................................................................... 43

Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................. 44

Lubrication .................................................................................................................................................... 44

Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................... 45-47

Exploded View and Repair Parts List...................................................................................................... 48-65

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

3 CRRFT$14RN"TABLESAW315.228490

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

SYMBOL

A A

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

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.

IMPORTANT

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the tool to your nearest Sears store or repair center. Always use original factory replacement parts when

servicing.

_i, 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 ENVIRONMENT.

Do not use power tools near gasoline or other flammable liquids, in damp or wet locations, 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.

• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accesso-

ries.

• 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 footwear 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 ifthe tool is tipped or if the blade is uninten- tionally contacted.

• 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.

CRAFTSMAN"TABLESAW315.228490 4

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

• 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 indoubt, 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 re- • moved 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 condttuonsthat may affect its operation. A damaged part must be properly repaired or re- placed by a qualified service technician at a Sears store or repair center to avoid risk of personal injury.

• USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Use the right blade size, style and cutting speed for the material and the type of cut. Blade teeth should point down

toward the front of the table.

• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Using

improper accessories may risk injury.

• USE ONLY SEARS REPLACEMENT PARTS. All repairs, whether electrical or mechanical, should

be made by a qualified service technician at a Sears store or repair center.

• KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working

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

• CHECK DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of

the blade or cutter only.

• DISCONNECT ALL TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing, or when changing attachments,

blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected from power supply•

• DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was designed.

• NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. 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.

_1= WARNING: When servicing, use only identical

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

damage.

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

could ignite fumes• MAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE

LIGHTING to see the work and that no obstruc- tions will interfere with safe operation BEFORE performing any work using this tool.

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

replaced by a qualified service technician at a Sears store or repair center•

• GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by preventing body contact with grounded surfaces

such as pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.

• GROUND ALL TOOLS. See Electrical page.

• WEAR A DUST MASK to keep from inhalingfine

particles.

• PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation.

• DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR

ANY MEDICATION. STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch

what you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired. Do not

rush. AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND

POSITIONS where a sudden slip could cause your hand to move into the blade. ALWAYS make sure

you have good balance. ALWAYS SUPPORT LARGE WORK PIECES

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

GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK. Kickback can occur when the blade stalls, driving the work piece

back toward the operator. It can pull your hand into the blade, resulting in serious personal injury. Stay

out of the blade path and turn switch off immedi- ately 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.

5 CRRFTSMRN" TABLESAW315.228490

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

• 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 adjustments are secure.

• BE SURE THE BLADE PATH IS FREE OF

NAILS. Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before cuttir_g.

• 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.

_kWARNING: Blade coasts after being turned off.

• ALLOW THE MOTOR TO COME UP TO FULL

SPEED before starting a cut to avoid blade bind- ing 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 unat- tended 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 cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any solvents to

clean tool.

• KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP AND WITH

SUFFICIENT SET. Sharp blades minimize stalling and kickback.

USE ONLY OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS. Use only extension cords with the marking

"Acceptable for use with outdoor appliances; store cords indoorswhile 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 disconnecting the product from the extension cord.

INSPECT TOOL CORDS AND EXTENSION

CORDS PERIODICALLY and, if damaged, have

repaired by a qualified service technician at a Sears store or repair center. Stay constantly

aware of cord location and keep it well away from the moving blade.

DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to disconnect it from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use to instruct other users. If you

loan someone this tool, loan them these instruc-

tions also.

_1, WARNING: Some dust created by power

sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other

construction activities contains chemicals known

to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these

chemicals are:

• lead from lead-based paints,

• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated

lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies,

depending on how often you do this type of

work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and

work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

CRRFTSMRN" TABLESAW315.228490 6

EXTENSION CORDS

Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong

grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug. When using a power tool at a consid-

erable distance from the power source, use an extension cord heavy enough to carry the current that

the tool will draw. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of

power and causing the motor to overheat. Use the chart provided below to determine the minimum wire

size required in an extension cord. Only round jack- eted cords listed by Underwriter's Laboratories (UL)

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

Up to 25 feet 14 26-100 feet 12

When working with the toot 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 extens®n 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

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 itwill not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Improper connection of the equipment- grounding conductor can result ina 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.

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). It should be connected

to a 240 volt power supply only if it has been reset

according to the instructions in this manual. The motor has been set at the factory for 120 volts; if it is reconnected to operate at 240 volts, all attachment plugs and any receptacles must be replaced with

devices rated for 240 volts. 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.

,_ WARNING: Instructions are given in the

Assembly section for changing the motor voltage to 240 volts. Follow them carefully ... Electrical

shock can kill.

GROUNDINGpIN /

COVEROFGROUNDED

OUTLETBOX

Fig. 1

7 CRAFTSMAN" TABLESAW315.228490

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.

Kerr

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 using

any angle other than 0 on the miter gage.

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

Push Stick

A device used to feed the workpiece through the saw

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 tipof 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 dp cut.

Workplece The item on which the cutting operation is being done. The surfaces of a workpiece are commonly referred to

as faces, ends, and edges.

Worktable

The surface on which the workpiece rests while

performing a cutting operation.

Blade Arbor 5/8 in.

Blade Diameter 10 in. Blade Tilt 0 - 45"

Table Size without table extensions 20 in. x 27 in. Table Size with table extensions 44 in. x 27 in.

rRRFTSMRN" TABLESAW315.228490 8

Rating 120 / 240 V, 60 Hz - AC only Input 13/6.5 Amperes

No Load Speed 3,600 RPM Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0/Bevel 0: 3-3/6 in. Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0/Bevel 45": 2-1/4 in.

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

_k WARNING: Never use gasoline, naptha, or

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

• 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.

_i, 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.

• Fence Guide System

• Guide Master

• Box Joint & Miter Guide

• Universal Jig

• Taper Jig

• 10 in. Sanding Disc

• 8 in. Sanding Disc

• Elite Dado

• Excalibur Dado

• 7 in. Adj. Dado 36 tip

• 7 in. Adj. Dado 24 tip

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

• 7 in. Stack Steel Dado

• 7 in. x 9/16 in. Stack Dado

• 7 in. Molding Head Set

• 2 Bit Molding Head Set

• Saw Baskets

• Jointer Clamps

• Specialty Throat Plate

• Miter Gage Hold Down Clamp

• Align-A-Rip XRC Rip Fence

• Dust Collection System

• Accessory Table

9 CRRFTJ;MRN"TABLESAW 315.228490

The following items are included with your Table Saw.

A. Table Saw Base .................................................... 1

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

C. Belt Guard ............................................................ 1

D. Blade Guard Assembly

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

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

F. Handwheel

(Hardware Shown Separately) ............................. 2

G. Leg Brace, 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. Miter Gage ............................................................ 1

M. Motor and Switch .................................................. 1

N. Switch Key ............................................................ 1

CRRFTSMRN" TABLESAW315.228490 I 0

O. Rip Fence ............................................................. 1

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

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

R. Motor Mounting Plate

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

S. Blade Guard Bracket ............................................ 1

T. Table Extension .................................................... 2

V. Hardware for Mounting Motor, Motor Mounting

Plate, and Belt Guard (Shown Separately) ........... 1

W. Hardware for Table Extensions

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

X. Hardware for Leg Stand, Leveling Feet, and

Mounting Saw Base (Shown Separately) ............. 1

Y. Hardware for Blade Guard Bracket and

Blade Guard Assembly (Shown Separately) ........ 1

Z. Owner's Manual (not shown) ................................ 1

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 (#10-24 x 1/2 in.) ...................................... 2

lock washer (#10) ............................................... 2

Hardware for Leg Stand, Leveling Feet, and Mounting Saw 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 Mounting Motor, Motor Mounting Plate and Belt 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 Leveling Feet ................................ 1

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

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

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

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

hex bolt (5/16-18 x 3/4 in.) ................................. 2

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

hex nut (#10-24) ................................................. 4

flat washer (#10) ................................................. 4

W. Hardware for Table Extensions .......................... 1

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

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

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

Hardware for Mounting Saw Base ..................... 1

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

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

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

Fig. 2 b

11 CRRFTSMRN"TABLESAW315.228490

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 figures 2 b and 2 c. Follow the instructions in the Assembly section to assemble your new saw.

P. Hardware for Rail, Front ..................................... 1

square head bolt (5/16-18 x 3/4 in.) ................... 6

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

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

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

screw (#8-32 x 1/2 in.) ........................................ 2

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

square head bolt (5/16-18 x 3/4 in.) ................... 6

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

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

end cap for rear rail ............................................ 2

screw (#8-32 x 1/2 in.) ........................................ 2

Y.M,Hardware for Blade Guard Bracket and Blade

Guard Assembly

Blade Guard Bracket .......................................... 1

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

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

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

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

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

Hardware for Mounting Switch Assembly Packed with Motor Mounting Hardware

square nut (1/4-20) ............................................. 2

screw (1/4-20 x 3/8 in.) ....................................... 2

_ Fig, 2 c

CRRFTSMRN"TABLESAW 315,228490 12

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

PHILLIPSSCREWDRIVER

COMBINATIONSQUARE

NUTDRIVER

8 ram,10 mm,and12mm

REXKEYS(PROVIDED)

and 6 mm

HAMMER

FRAMINGSQUARE

45° TRIANGLE'

WRENCHES:8ram,10 ram,and12mm

13 rRRFTSNRN"TABLEhAW315.228490

ADJUSTABLEWRENCH

10 inch Table Saw

3600 R.P.M, 120/240 VOLTS60 Hz AC ONLY13 A / 6.5 A

IA'WARNINGI W.ENSE.V,C.NG,USEON.y

IDENTICAL CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS. LRS34=O

MODEL 315.228490 SER. NO. (_ MADE IN TAIWAN Cv US

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. [ 1 STATIONARYTOOL

Customer Help Line 1-800-932-3188

r r

_WARNING

• RaisedGuard CanDropon

Spinning Bladeand

Break.

• ToreduceThe

RiskofInjury, GuardMust bein Place

DuringUse.

•Alignand Tighten

RivingKnife

Fasteners BeforeUse

[RAFTSMAN"TABLESAW315.228490 14

Fig. 4 a

_, WARNING

When Mounting an Auxiliary Fence Face, Position Mounting Hardware Beyond Arrow at Right and Left as Indicated. Keep Fasteners Away From Blade,

IDo Not Lift Saw With Rails 1

LorExtension Tables.

A WARNING

WAI_NING

Debris on rail can misalign

the rip fence. Workpiece could bind or suddenly

kick back. You could be hit or cut. Clean debris

off fence rail before

)ositioning fence.

• Attach Blade Guard

As._embly Before Operating this Saw

_'L ONI

IPUSHOFF_

CRAFTSMAN"

A WARNING

Fig. 4 b

15 CRRFTSMRN*TABLESAW315,228490

KNOW YOUR TABLE SAW

GAGEGROOVE

TABLE

EXTENSION

MITER GAGE

ANTI-KICKBACKPAWLS

BLADEGUARD

MITER _

BLADE

RIVINGKNIFE

REARRAIL RIPFENCE

ORSPREADER ALIGN-A-CUT TABLE

INSERT EXTENSION

BEVEL NE

HANDWHEEL ADJUSTMENT

RIPFENCE

SCALE HANDLE

SCALE

FRONT

RAIL

SWITCH

WITHKEY

KNOB

BELTCOVER

MOTOR

OVERVIEW The upper portion of the blade projects up through the

table, surrounded by an insert called the throat plate. The heighf of the blade is set with a handwheel on the front of the cabinet. To accommodate wide panels, 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.

GHT

HANDWHEEL

LEGSTAND

LEVELINGFOOT

BEVEL

LOCKHANDLE

Fig. 5

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 smaller pieces with a pushblock or pushstick.

CRRFTSMRN" TABLESAW315.228490 16

To tilt the blade 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 control

the degree of tilt.

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 detailed instructions to reduce risk of injury and ensure the best performance from your new saw.

Before attempting to use your saw, familiarize 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.

lib

BLADE - This saw is provided with a Craftsman 24 tooth, 10 in. carbide tipped blade. The blade is adjusted with bevel and height handwheels on the cabinet. Bevel angles are locked with a handle below

the front rail.

_I, 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 itis not straight down, it may jam and bend the locking bolt.

DUAL VOLTAGE - Your table saw can be set up to operate at either 120 or 240 volts. Use extreme

caution when changing the voltage.

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. 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 (13/6.5 AMP) - The powerful induction motor

is 3HP, with capacitor start and V-belt drive, and is housed in a sturdy steel base.

OVERLOAD PROTECTOR - This device switches off the saw if it overheats. See the Operation section.

RAILS - Front and rear rails provide support for large workpieces 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 FINE ADJUSTMENT KNOB - The knob

on the front of the rip fence makes fine adjustments to the desired measurement for precise cutting. Push in the knob and turn to position fence.

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 toot.

TABLE EXTENSIONS - Removable cast iron exten-

sions, 12 in. by 27 in., support larger workpieces.

17 CRAFTSMAN" TABLESAW315.228490

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 SAW BASE

See Figure 6.

• Each handwheet bag contains a metal handwheel, a screw (#10-24 x 1/2 in.), and a lock washer (#10).

• Align the 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.

TABLE

SCREW

HEIGHT

HANDWHEEL

SHAFTEND WASHER

BEVELHANDWHEEL

Fig. 6

Note: Prior to assembly; clean the

protective coating from the

top, sides, and ends of the table top on your saw. Also clean protective coating from

the extension tables.

CARRIAGE

BOLT

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

of the legs, go to the Assembling Table Exten- sions procedure. The bench surface must have

an opening for sawdust to fall through, as large as the opening in the bottom of the saw base. A height of 36 in. from the top of the saw table to

the floor is recommended.

ASSEMBLING STEEL LEG STAND

See Figures 7 and 8.

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

24 carriage bolts (5/16-!8 x 3/4 in.)

4 leveling feet

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

Note: Remaining hardware from this bag is used for

mounting leg stand on the table saw base.

• Take 4 legs and 8 braces from loose parts.

• Place a short upper brace inside two of the legs, with the legs wide end up. (Upper braces have two

large holes in each end.) Make sure the two posts on the leg align with the small holes on the brace.

WASHER

UPPERBRACE

HEXNUT

LOWERBRACE

rRAFTSMI_N'TABLESAW315.228490 18

LEVELINGFOOT-------_ Fig. 7

• 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 side sets, 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. Cap with the

remaining flat washers and hex nuts but do not tighten.

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

WARNING: Do not lift the saw without help. The saw base weighs approximately 95 Ibs. Hold

it close to your body. Keep your knees bent and lift with your legs, not your back. Ignoring these

precautions can result in back injury.

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

braces. Make sure the Craftsman label faces the

front of the saw which has the height handwheel.

• Place a flat washer on a bolt and insert through hole. Add a flat washer and a hex nut. Hand

tighten.

• Repeat for three remaining holes. Tighten all hardware with a 12 mm wrench. You may find it helpful to use one wrench to hold the head of the bolt and one to tighten the hex nut. Leave the saw upside down to add the extensions.

LEG

STAND

FLATWASHER

UPPER

BRACE

LEG

LEGSTANDASSEMBLED Fig. 8

MOUNTING THE LEG STAND ON THE TABLE SAW BASE

See Figure 9.

• Take the following from a small hardware bag: 4 hex bolts (5/16-18 x 3/4 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.

LOWERBRACE

FLATWASHER HEXBOLT

SAWBASE

Fig. 9

19 CRRF'rSMRWTABLESAW 315.228490

ASSEMBLING TABLE EXTENSIONS

See Figure 10.

• Locate the table extensions and the small hard- ware bag with the folrowing:

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

16 flat washers (5/16 in.)

,_ WARNING: The table extensions not only

provide a better cut on the workpiece 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 the extensions with the table with the bevel edges in front. Put a

flat washer on each bolt. Attach the extensions to the table by inserting the bolts from the direction of

the table.

• Slip the remaining flat washers and hex nuts on the

bolts. Lightly tighte_'them with a 12 mm wrench.

• Get help to stand the saw assembly upright using the center saw table. Do not grasp the saw by the

extensions.

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.

• To align extensions without damaging the table saw, put a block of wood at the front of the table where the extension meets the table, and tap the block with a hammer. Check and repeat untilthe

front edges are even.

• Lift each extension slightly until it is higher than the table (if necessary, place a block of wood below

and tap upward). Center the block of wood over the

front and rear edges and tap it until both are even

(flush) with saw table. Recheck the front alignment.

Ifit is even, tighten the screws with a 12 mm

wrench.

BLOCKOFWOOD SAWTABLE

EXTENSION

TABLE SAW

EXTENSION BASE

HEX NUT

HEXBOLT

FLATWASHER Fig. 10

_IL WARNING: The extensions are very heavy. Do

not lift the saw table without help. Keep your

knees bent and liftwith your legs, not your back.

Ignoring these precautions can result in back injury.

VIEWED FROM SIDE

TABLEEXTENSIONEDGE

SAWTABLEEDGE FORWARD

VIEWED FROM FRONT

TAP HERE

SAWTABLEEDGE _ TABLEEXTENSION

Fig. 11

SPLIT RAIL DESIGN Your saw has a split raildesign. The front and rear

rails each have a left and right piece that must be installed. They are joined together on your saw with a connector. We suggest that you install the right rear and rightfront pieces first. Align and secure these pieces, then use the connectors provided to secure left rear and left front pieces.

tlUlFTINAN °TABLESAW315.228490 20

+ 46 hidden pages

Craftsman 315228490 Owner’s Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual