Craftsman 315228590 Owner’s Manual

Owner's Manual

ICRAFTSMAN°I

10 in. Stationary

TABLE SAW

Model No.

315.228590

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

972000-782

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• Safety

• Features

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

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FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TABLE SAW

If this rRRFTSMRN Table Saw fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, Sears will repair it, free of charge.

Contact a Sears Service Center for repair. if this product is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies only for 90 days from the date of

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

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

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

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

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

service.

_, Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!! Your safety is involved.

_k 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

• TableOf Contents ............................................................................................................................. 2-3

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

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

• GIossaryand ProductSpecifications ..................................................................................................... 8

• UnpackingandAccessories .................................................................................................................. 9

• Loose Parts List ............................................................................................................................. 10-11

• Small Parts List .............................................................................................................................. 11-13

• Tools Needed .................................................................................................................................... 14

• Labels ........................................................................................................................................... 15-16

• Features ........................................................................................................................................ 17-18

• Assembly ....................................................................................................................................... 19-33

Installing Handwheels on Table Saw Base .......................................................................................... 19

Assembling Steel Leg Stand ........................................................................................................... 19-20

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MountingtheLegStandontheTableSawBase ..................................................................................20

TableExtensions...............................................................................................................................21

AssemblingCastIronTableExtension................................................................................................21

AligningCastIronTableExtension .....................................................................................................21

InstallingtheRearRail.......................................................................................................................22

InstallingtheFrontRail.......................................................................................................................23

AssemblingMDFTableExtension..................................................................................................23-24

AssemblingStorageHangers.............................................................................................................24

InstallingtheMicro-Adjust...............................................................................................................24-25

AligningRipFenceandRails..............................................................................................................25

MountingtheMotorandSwitch ...........................................................................................................26

InstallingtheBeltandBeltGuard ........................................................................................................27

InstallingtheBladeGuard ..................................................................................................................28

CheckingtheThroatPlate ..................................................................................................................29

AligningtheRivingKnifewiththeBlade ...............................................................................................29

CheckingHeeling(Paralleling)oftheSawbladetoMiterGageGroove .................................................30

Checking Rip Fence and Blade Alignment ........................................................................................... 31

Changingthe Motor Voltage ............................................................................................................... 32

Assembling the Hold Down Clamp on the Miter Gage .......................................................................... 33

• Adjustments ................................................................................................................................... 34-37

Replacing the Blade ........................................................................................................................... 34

Heeling (Paralleling) the Sawblade to Miter Gage Groove .................................................................... 35

Setting the Bevel Stops and Indicator .................................................................................................. 36

Adjusting the Miter Gage .................................................................................................................... 37

Removing / Replacing the Throat Plate ............................................................................................... 37

• Basic Operation of the Table Saw ................................................................................................... 38-47

Causes of Kickback ............................................................................................................................ 38

Avoiding Kickback .............................................................................................................................. 38

CuttingAids ....................................................................................................................................... 38

Resetting Thermal Overload Protector ................................................................................................ 39

Causes ofOverload ........................................................................................................................... 39

Types of Cuts .................................................................................................................................... 40

Making a Cross Cut ........................................................................................................................ 41-42

Making a Rip Cut ............................................................................................................................... 42

Making a Miter Cut ............................................................................................................................. 43

Making a Bevel Cross Cut .............................................................................................................. 43-44

Making a Bevel Rip Cut ...................................................................................................................... 44

Making a Compound (Bevel) Miter Cut ................................................................................................ 45

Making a Large Panel Cut .................................................................................................................. 46

Making a Non-Through Cut ................................................................................................................. 47

Making a Dado Cut ............................................................................................................................ 47

• Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................... 48

• Lubrication ......................................................................................................................................... 48

• Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................. 49-51

• Exploded View and Repair Pauls List ............................................................................................... 52-69

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

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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.

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.

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 injuryto 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.

WARNING: Donot attempt tooperate thistool

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

thistool.

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 tothistool.

DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRON- MENT. Do not use power tools near gasoline or

other flammable liquids,in damp or wet loca- tions, orexpose them torain. 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 notletvisitors

contacttoolorextension cordwhile operating.

KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered

work areas and work benches invite accidents.

DO NOT leave tools or pieces ofwood on the

saw while it isin operation.

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• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer perfor- mance. Follow instructionsfor lubricatingand

changing accessories.

• USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not force thetool orattachment to doa jobitwas not

designed for. Use itonly the way itwas intended.

• DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, orother

jewelry. They can get caught and draw you into

moving parts. Rubber gloves andnonslipfoot- wear are recommended. Also wear protective haircoveringtocontain longhair.

• ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only

impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.

• NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injurycould

occur ifthe tool is tipped or ifthe blade isunin- tentionallycontacted.

DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep properfooting and

balance at all times.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

• SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It's safer than using your hand and frees bothhands to operate tool.

USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure yourextension cordisin good condition.

Use only a cord heavy enough to carry the

current you rproductwill draw.An undersized cord will cause a drop in linevoltage resulting in

loss ofpower and overheating. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) ofat least 14 is recommended foran

extension cord 25 feet orless inlength. Ifin doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller

the gage number, the heavier the cord. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure

switch isoffwhen plugging in. REMOVE WRENCHES AND ADJUSTING

KEYS. Get inthe habit of checking - before

turning ontool - 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 properoperationand performance.

Check alignment ofmoving parts,binding of moving parts, breakage ofparts, saw stability,

mounting and any other conditionsthat may affect its operation. A damaged part must be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified

service technician at a Sears store or repair

centerto avoid riskof 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 downtoward thefront ofthetable.

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 ingood 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 ofrotation

ofthe blade orcutteronly.

• DISCONNECT ALL TOOLS. When not in use,

before servicing, orwhen changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc., all toolsshould be disconnected from powersupply.

• DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. Itwill 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 itcomes 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 noobstruc- tionswill interfere withsafe operation BEFORE

performing any work usingthistool.

• 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 bodycontactwithgrounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator

enclosures.

GROUND ALL TOOLS. See Electrical page. WEAR A DUST MASK to keep from inhaling fine

particles. PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing

protection during extended periods ofoperation. 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 doingand 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 yourhand 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

cuttinglarge orheavyboards, GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK. Kickback can

occur when the blade stalls, driving thework piece back toward the operator. Itcan pull your hand intothe blade, resulting in serious personal

injury. Stay out ofthe blade path and turn switch off immediately if blade binds orstalls.

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

• USE A SUPPORT FOR THE SIDES AND BACK

OF THE SAW TABLE when sawing wide or long workpieces. Use asturdy"outrigger" supportif a

table extensLonismore than 24 inches longand

isattached tothe saw, toprevent tipping. CUT ONLY WOOD, PLASTIC OR WOOD-LIKE

MATERIALS. Do notcut 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 withany 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 itfirmly 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 beforecutting.

• BE SURE THE BLADE CLEARS THE WORKPIECE. Never start the saw with the blade

touchingtheworkpiece.

• KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA.

Do not reach underneath workor in blade cutting path withyourhands and fingers for any reason.

Always turnthepoweroff.

• USE A PUSHBLOCK OR PUSH STICK for

workpieces so small thatyour 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 acut to avoid blade

binding orstalling. ALWAYS PUSH THE WORKPIECE; never pull it

towardthe saw.

DO NOT FEED THE MATERIAL TOO QUICKLY. Do notforce theworkpiece against the blade.

ALWAYS TURN OFF SAW before disconnecting it, toavoid accidental starting when reconnecting

to power supply. NEVER leave the table saw unattended whileconnectedto 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, oranysolvents to cleantool.

• KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP AND WITH

SUFFICIENT SET. Sharp blades minimize

stalling and kickback.

• USE ONLY OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS.

Use onlyextension cords withthe marking "Acceptable for usewith outdoorappliances;

store cords indoors while not inuse." Use extension cords with an electrical ratingnot less

than thesaw's rating. Always disconnectthe extension cordfrom the outletbefore disconnect-

ingthe productfrom the extensioncord.

• 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 itwell 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 instructother users. Ifyou

loansomeone this tool, loan them these instruc-

tionsalso.

,_ WARNING: Some dust created by power

sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known

tocause 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

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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 carrythe 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

Upto 25 feet

Wire Size (A.W.G.)

26-100feet 12

When workingwith the tool outdoors, use an exten- sion cord that is designed for outside use. This is indicated by the letters WA on the cord'sjacket.

Before using an extension cord, inspect itfor loose or exposed wires and cut orworn insulation.

,_ CAUTION: Keepthecordawayfromthecutting

area and position the cord so that itwill not be caught on lumber, tools,orotherobjecteduring

cuttingoperations.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Your Sears Craftsman Table Saw is powered by a

precision built electric motor. Itshould 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

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

Inthe event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electriccurrent

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 modifythe plug provided. Ifit willnotfitthe

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. Ifrepairor 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

ifthe grounding instructions are notcompletely

understood, or if indoubt as to whether the tool is

properly grounded. Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immedi-

ately.

This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an

outlet like the one shown in Figure 1. It also has a grounding pin like the one shown.

WARNING: Instructionsare given in the Assemblysection forchanging the motorvoltage

to 240 volts. Follow them carefully ... Electrical

shock can kill.

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.

COVEROFGROUNDED

OUTLETBOX Fig. 1

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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 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 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.

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 53-1/2 in. x 27 in.

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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": 3-3/8 in. Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0"/Bevel 45=: 2-!/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.

_1, WARNING: Never use gasoline, naptha, or

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

Such chemicals can weaken or destroy plastic.

• 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

• 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

_1 WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous.

• 7 in. Adj. Dado 24 tip

• 7 in. Stack Steel Dado

• 7 in. x 9/16 in. Stack Dado

• 7 in. Molding Head Set

• Saw Baskets

• Jointer Clamps

• Specialty Threat Plate

at Sears Retail Stores.

2 Bit Molding Head Set

Accessory Table

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The following items are included with your Table Saw.

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

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

C, Belt Guard

(Hardware Shown Separately) ............................. !

D, Blade Guard Assemb)y

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

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

F, Handwheel

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

G. Leg Brace, lower {short) ....................................... 2

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H, Leg Brace, lower I_o_g) ........................................ 2

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

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

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

L, Miter Gage (some assembty required) ................. 1

M. Motor and Switch (Hardware Shown Se._)arately). 1

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

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

Rail, Front (Hardware Showr_ Separately) ............ 1

Q. R,_il, Rear (Hardware Shown Separately) ............ 1

The following items are included with your Table Saw.

_2 b

R. Motor Mounting Plate

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

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

T. Table Extension (Hardware Shown Separately) ... 1

U. Hangers (Hardware Shown Separately) ............... 4

V. Micro-Adjust Gear Rack

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

W. Micro-Adjust Knob

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

Check all loose parts from the box with the list on pages 10 - 13. Small items such as fasteners and end caps are shown in figures 2 c, 2 d, and 2 e. Follow the instructions in the Assembly section to assemble your new

saw,

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

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

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

X. MDFTable Extension

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

'4 Dust Bag (not shown) ........................................... 1

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

AA. Hardware for Leg Stand, Leveling Feet, and

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

BB. Hardware for Blade Guard Bracket and

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

M. Hardware for Mounting Motor and Switch Box

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

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

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

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

Hardware for Mounting Switch Assembly

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

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

Figure 2 c

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Hardware for Front Rail and MDF

Table Extension .................................................. 1

square head bolt (5/16-18 x 3/4 in..) .................. 7

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

Hardware for Cast Iron Table Extension ............ 1

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

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

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

screw (#8-32 x 1/2 in.) ........................................ 4

hex nut (5/16-18) ................................................ 7

flat washer (5/16 in.) ........................................... 7

Hardware for Hangers

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

V. Hardware for Micro-Adjust Gear Rack

square nut (1/4-20) ............................................. 8

Hardware For Rear Rail and MDF

Table Extension .................................................. 1

square head bolt (5/16-18 x 3/4 in.) ................... 7

flat washer (5/16 in.) ........................................... 7

hex nut (5/16-18) ................................................ 7

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

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

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

W. Hardware for Micro-Adjust Knob

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

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

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

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Fig. 2 d

AA. 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 Leveling Feet ................................ 1

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

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

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

BB. Hardware for Blade Guard Bracket and Blade

Guard Assembly

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

hex bolt (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 × 3/8 in.) ......... :. 3

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

Fig. 2 e

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

13 I;RRFTSHRN" TABLE SAW315.228590

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

HEXKEYS(PROVIDED)

and6 mm

COMBINATIONSQUARE

NUTDRIVER

8 mm,10 ram,and12mm

45oTRIANGLE

_WREN_HES: 8 mm,10mm,and_2mnl

HAMMER

FRAMINGSQUARE

CRAFTSMAN"TABLE SAW315.228590

ADJUSTABLEWRENCH

10 inch Table Saw

3600 R.P.M. 120/240 VOLTS60 HzACONLY13A/ 6.5 A

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MODEL 315.228590 EER. NO. (_ MADE IN TAPNAN ; Cv US

SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO, i _ STA13ONARyTOOL

Customer Help Line 1-800-932-3188

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&WARNINI

• RaisedGuard CanDropon Spinning

Bladeand Break.

•ToreduceThe RiskofInjury,

GuardMust beinPlace

DuringUse.

•Alignand Tighten RivingKnife

Fasteners BeforeUse

Fig. 4 a

I<_ [ _ WARNING

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

Do Not Lift Saw With Rails 1

or Extension Tables.

A WARNING

• Attach Blade Guard

Assembly Before

Operating this Saw

• Read Owner's

WARNING

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

positioning fence•

CRAFTSMAN*

I P R 0 F E S S I 0 N A L

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KNOW YOUR TABLE SAW

ANTI-KICKBACKPAWLS

BLADEGUARD

TABLE

EXTENSION

MITER GAGE

RIVINGKNIFE

BLADE

REARRAIL

ALIGN-A-CUT

INSERT

HANDWHEEL

RIPFENCE

SCALE

HEIGHT

MDFTABLE EXTENSION

SCALE

FRONT

RAIL

SWITCH

WITH KEY

MICRO-

ADJUST

KNOB

RIPFENCE

HANDLE

HANGER

BELTCOVER

MOTOR

OVERVIEW

The upper portion of the blade projects up through the table, surrounded by an insert called the threat plate.

The height 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.

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 b_ade straight up, along the grain of the

wood (rip cuts), use the rip fence to guide the wood.

Push smaller pieces with a pushbtock or pushstick.

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.

17 tRRFTSMRW TABLESAW 315,228590

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.

BLADE -This saw is provided with a Craftsman 40 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.

& 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 COVER - The internal cover contains sawdust

so it can be directed into the sawdust bag.

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.

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

caution when changing the voltage.

DUST BAG - Saw dust can be directed into this

detachable bag or into a wet/dry vacuum.

HEIGHT HANDWHEEL - Use this handwheel to lower

and raise the blade for adjustments or replacement. It

is located on the front of the cabinet. MICRO-ADJUST INDEX - A rip fence gear and track

that provides precise indexing.

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 HOLD-DOWN - A clamp assembly that fits onto the miter gage to provide additional stability.

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.

MICRO-ADJUST KNOB - The micro-adjust 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 the rip 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 tool.

TABLE EXTENSIONS - Two removable table exten- sions provide support for larger workpieces. One is a

cast iron table extension, 12 in. by 27 in. The other is a larger, mdf table extension, 21-1/4 in. by 27 in.

CRAFTSMAN" TABLESAW 315.228590 18

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 handwheel 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 lock washer in the

handwheel center and tighten with a 4 mm hex key.

BEVEL

HANDWHEEL

TABLE

HANDWHEEL

SCREW

SHAFTEND

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 cast iron extension table.

LOCK

WASHER

CARRIAGE

BOLT

Fig. 6

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

of the legs, go to Table Extensions, page 21. 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 (5/16-18 x 3/4 in.)

4 leveling feet

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

Note: Remaining hardware from this bag is used for

mounting leg stand on the table saw base.

• 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

WASHER

LEVELINGFOOT

Fig. 7

19 rlIIIFI"IMAN'TABLESAW315.228590

• 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.

UPPER

BRACE

,_ 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 cast iron extension.

LEG

FLATWASHER

LEG

LOWERBRACE

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 clown on a smooth surface, such as cardboard, on the floor.

FLATWASHER

HEXBOLT

[RAFTSMRH'TABLESAW315.228590 20

Fig. 9

TABLE EXTENSIONS

Two different table extensions have been supplied

with your saw; one is made of cast iron and the other made of MDF material. The cast iron table extension

attaches to the saw table. It must be assembled first. The MDF table is assembled after assembly of the

front and rear rails. It attaches to the front and rear

rails on the opposite side of the saw table.

The cast iron table should be assembled to the left side of the saw table when viewing from normal

operating position. The MDF table extension should

be assembled to the right side of the saw table when viewing from normal operating position.

ASSEMBLING CAST IRON TABLE EXTENSION

See Figure 10.

• Locate the cast iron table extension and the small hardware bag with the following:

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

8 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 cast iron table extension with saw table. Put a flat washer on each

bolt. Attach the table extension to the saw table by inserting the bolts from the direction of the table.

• Slip the remaining flat washers and hex nuts on the

bolts. Lightly tighten 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

table extension.

,_ WARNING: The saw is very heavy. Do not lift

the saw table without help. Keep your knees

bent and lift with your legs, not your back. Ignoring these precautions can result in back

injury.

ALIGNING CAST IRON TABLE EXTENSION

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 extension.

• To align extension 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 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 until both are even (flush) with saw table. Recheck the front alignment. If it is even, tighten the screws with a 12 mm wrench.

BLOCKOFWOOD

SAWTABLE

EXTENSION

SAW

BASE

HEXBOLT

FLATWASHER

HEX

NUT

TABLE

EXTENSION

Fig. 10

VIEWED FROM SIDE

SAWTABLEEDGE

VIEWED FROM FRONT

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