Craftsman 315.235380 User Manual

Owner's Manual

10 in. COMPOUND MITER SAW

Double Insulated

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

972000-515

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents............................................................................................................................................................

Warranty and Introduction

Rules For Safe Operation
Glossary

Product Specifications and Unpacking......................................................................................................................... 7

Labels............................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Loose Parts and Tools Needed........................................................................................................................................ 9

Features..................................................................................................................................................................... 10-12

Adjustments............................................................................................................................................................... 13-19

Operation............................................................................................................................................................... 20-26

Maintenance

Exploded View and Repair Parts List

Parts Ordering / Service................................................................................................................................................... 38

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WARRANTY

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN COMPOUND MITER SAW

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If this CRAFTSMAN Compound Miter Saw fails due to a defect in material or workmanship-within one year from
the date of purchase, Sears will repair it, tree of charge.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THIS PRODUCT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE

IN THE UNITED STATES.

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

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

INTRODUCTION

Your saw has many features for making cutting
operations more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety,
performance and dependability have been given top

priority in the design of this saw making it easy to
maintain and operate.

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

safety is involved.

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. It you use your saw

properly and only for what it is intended, you will
enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

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 Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses

with side shields, available at Sears Retail Stores.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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

SYMBOL

A

A
A
A

NOTE:

MEANING

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:

Indicates danger, warning or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or picto-

graphs.

DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warnirtg will result in serious injury to yourself or to others.

Always follow tile safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others.

Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to

yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and personal injury.

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

DOUBLE INSULATION

Double insulation Is a concept in safety, in electric

power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual
three-wire grounded p>ower cord. All exposed metal
parts are isolated from internal metal motor
components with protecting insulation. Double
insulated tools do not need to be grounded.

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 for repair. Always
use original factory replacement parts when servicing.

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, electric shock,
or serious personal injury. Save 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 welt as the specific potential
hazards related to this tool.

■ GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY

PREVENTING BODY CONTACT WITH
GROUNDED SURFACES. For example; pipes,

radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.

■ KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working

order.

■ REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND

WRENCHES. Get in the habit of checking to see

that hex keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool before turning it on.

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.

DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRON
MENTS. Do not use power tools near gasoline or

other flammable liquids, in damp or wet loca
tions, or expose them to rain. Keep the work
area well lit.

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.

MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF with

padlocks and master switches, or by removing
starter keys.

DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job

better and safer at the rate for which it was

designed.

USE THE RIGHT TOOL Do not force the tool or

attachment to do a job it was not designed for.
Don't use it tor a purpose not intended.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make

sure your extension cord is in good condition.
When using an extension cord, be sure to use
one heavy enough to carry the current your
product will draw. An undersized cord will cause
a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power
and overheating. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at
least 14 is recommended for an extension cord
25 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the
heavier the cord.

INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODI
CALLY and replace if damaged.

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 glpves and nonslip foot
wear are recommended when working outdoors.

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.

PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust

mask if the cutting operation is dusty.

PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing

protection during extended periods of operation.

SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold

work when practical. It's safer than using your
hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.

DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing arid

balance at all times.

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools

sharp and clean for better and safer perfor
mance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.

DISCONNECT ALL TOOLS. When not in use,

before servicing, or when changing attachments,
blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be

disconnected.

AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure

switch is off when plugging in.

USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The

use of improper accessories may cause risk of
injury.

NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could

occur if the tool is tipped or if the blade is unin
tentionally contacted.

CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use

of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it
will operate properly and perform its intended

function. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged must be properly repaired or replaced
by a qualified service technician at a Sears store
to avoid risk of personal injury.

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

leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

FIRMLY CLAMP OR BOLT your miter saw to a

workbench or table at approximately hip height.

USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Do not use

blades with incorrect size holes. Never use blade
washers or blade bolts that are defective or
incorrect. The maximum blade capacity of your
saw is 10 in.

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

stalling and kickback.

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.

KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA.

Keep hands away from blades. Do not reach

underneath work or around or under the blade
white blade is rotating. Do not attempt to remove
cut material when blade is moving.

WARNING: Blade coasts after turn off.

DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to

disconnect it from receptacle. Keep cord from

heat, oil, and sharp edges.

INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY and if

damaged, have repaired by a qualified service

technician at a Sears store. Stay constantly

aware of cord location and keep it well away

from the rotating blade.

USE OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS. When

tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords
with approved ground connection that are
intended for use outdoors and so marked.

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.

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.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

ALWAYS SUPPORT LONG WORKPIECES to
minimize risk of blade pinching and kickback.
Saw may slip, walk, or slide while cutting long or
heavy boards.

BEFORE MAKING A CUT, BE SURE ALL
ADJUSTMENTS ARE SECURE.

GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK. Kickback occurs
when the blade stalls rapidly and workpiece is
driven back towards the operator. It can pull your
hand into the blade resulting in serious personal
injury. Stay out of blade path and turn switch off

immediately if blade binds or stalls.

AVOID CUTTING NAILS. Inspect for and
remove all nails from lumber before cutting.

ALWAYS USE A CLAMP to secure the work
piece when possible.

NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving parts
during use.

NEVER START A TOOL WHEN THE BLADE IS
IN CONTACT WITH WORKPIECE. Allow motor

to come up to full speed before starting cut.

MAKE SURE THE MITER TABLE AND SAW

ARM (BEVEL FUNCTION) ARE LOCKED IN

POSITION BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SAW.

Lock the miter table by securely tightening the
miter lock handle. Lock the saw arm (bevel
function) by securely tightening the bevel lock
knob.

NEVER USE A LENGTH STOP ON THE FREE
SCRAP END OF A CLAMPED WORKPIECE.
NEVER hold onto or bind Wie free scrap end of
the workpiece in any operation. If a work clamp
and length stop are used together, they must

both be installed on the same side of the saw
table to prevent the saw from catching the loose
end and kicking up.

NEVER cut more than one piece at a time. DO

NOT STACK more than one workpiece on the

saw table at a time.

NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION "FREE

HAND". Always place the workpiece to be cut on

the miter table and position it firmly against the

fence as a backstop. Always use the fence.

NEVER hand hold a workpiece that is too small

to be clamped. Keep hands clear of the no hands

zone.

NEVER reach behind, under, or within three

inches of the blade and its cutting path with your

hands and fingers for any reason.

NEVER reach to pick up a workpiece, a piece of
scrap, or anything else that is in or near the

cutting path of the blade.
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. NEVER
operate your miter saw on the floor or in a
crouched position.

NEVER stand or have any part of your body in

line with the path of the saw blade.

ALWAYS release the power switch and allow the
saw blade to stop rotating before raising it out of
the workpiece.

DO NOT TURN THE MOTOR SWITCH ON AND
OFF RAPIDLY. This could cause the saw blade

to loosen and could create a hazard. Should this

ever occur, stand clear and allow the saw blade
to come to a complete stop. Disconnect your saw

from the power supply and securely retighten the

blade bolt.
REPLACEMENT PARTS. All repairs, whether

electrical or mechanical, should be made by
qualified service technician at a Sears store.

WARNING: When servicing use only identical
Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other
parts may create a hazard or cause product
damage.

NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO
SPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could
ignite fumes.

NEVER leave the miter saw unattended while
connected to a power source.

POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of

electric shock, this tool has a polarized plug (one

blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in
a polarized outlet only one way. if the plug does
not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still

does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to

install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug
in any way.

IF ANY PART OF THIS MITER SAW IS MISS

ING or should break, bend, or fail in any way, or
should any electrical component fail to perform
properly, shut off the power switch, remove the
miter saw plug from the power source and have

damaged, missing, or failed parts replaced

before resuming operation.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL WHILE UN

DER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL,

OR ANY MEDICATION.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

ALWAYS STAY ALERTI Do not allow familiarity

(gained from frequent use of your saw) to cause
a careless mistake. ALWAYS REMEMBER that
a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to
inflict severe injury.

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.
MAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

GLOSSARY OF TERMS FOR WOODWORKING

Arbor

The shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted.

Bevel Cut

A cutting operation made with an angled blade.

Crosscut

A cutting or shaping operation made across the grain
of the workpiece.

Compound Miter Cut

A compound miter cut is a cut made using a miter
angle and a bevel angle at the same time.

Freehand

Performing a cut without using a fence, miter gage,

fixture, work clamp, or other proper device to keep the

workpiece from twisting or moving during the cut.

Gum

A sticky, sap based residue from wood products.

Miter Cut .

A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle
other than 90 degrees.

Resin

A sticky, sap base substance that has hardened.

Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)

The number of turns completed by a spinning object
in one minute.

'Saw Blade Path

The area over, under, behind, or in front of the blade.
As it applies to the workpiece, tiiat area which will be,

or has been, cut by the blade.

LIGHTING to see the work and that no obstruc

tions will interfere with safe operation BEFORE
performing any work using your saw.

ALWAYS TURN OFF SAW before disconnecting

it, to avoid accidental starting when re-connect
ing to power supply.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them
frequently and use to instruct other users. It you
loan someone this tool, loan them these instruc
tions also.

Set

The distance that the tip of the sawblade tooth is bent
(or set) outward from the face of the blade.

Throw-Back

Throwing of a workpiece in a manner similar to a
kickback. Usually associated with a cause other than
the kerf closing, such as a workpiece not being
against the fence, being dropped into the blade, or

being placed inadvertently in contact with the blade.

Through Sawing

Any cutting operation where the blade extends

completely through the thickness of the workpiece.

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.

Zero Clearance Throat Plate

A plastic throat plate inserted in the miter table that
allows for blade clearance. When you make your first
cut with your compound miter saw, the saw blade cuts

a slot through the throat plate the exact width of the
blade. This provides for a zero clearance kerf that
minimizes workpiece tear-out.

No Hands Zone

The area between the marked lines on the left and

right side of the miter table base. This zone is
identified by no hands zone labels placed inside the
marked lines on the miter table base.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Blade Diameter
Blade Arbor
No Load Speed
Rating
Input
Net Weight

Your Compound Miter Saw has been shipped
completely assembled except for the blade, miter lock
handle, and dust guide.

120 Volte, 60 Hz-AC Only

A 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.

■ Remove all loose parts from the carton. Separate
and check wite the list of loose parts. See Figure 2.

■ Remove the packing materials from around your
saw.

■ Carefully lift saw from the carton and place it on a
level work surface. Although small, this saw is
heavy. To avoid back injury, get help when
needed.

10 in. Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0“/Bevel 0®:

5/8 in.

5000 RPM

15 Amperes

46.7 lbs.

Maximum Width
5-9/16 in. Wx 2-9/32 in. T

Maximum Thickness

3-9/16 in. Tx4 in. W

Maximum Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45*’/Bevel 0°:

3-15/16 in, W X 2-9/32 in. T

Maximum Cutting Capacity with Miter at 45‘‘/BeVel AS";

4 in. W X 1-9/16 in. T

UNPACKING

■ Do not discard the packing materials until you
have carefully inspected the saw, identified all
loose parts, and satisfactonly operated your new
saw.

■ Your saw has been shipped with the saw arm
locked in the down position. To release saw arm,
push down on top of saw arm and pull out the lock
pin. See Figure 4.

■ Lift the saw arm by the handle. Hand pressure
should remain on the saw arm to prevent sudden
rise upon release of the lock pin.

■ Examine all parts to make sure no breakage or
damage has occurred during shipping.

If any parts are damaged or missing, do not attempt to

plug in the power cord and turn the switch on until the
damaged or missing parts are obtained and are
installed correctly.

ACCESSORIES

The following recommended accessories are currently available at Sears Retail Stores.

■ Miter Saw Ctamp (item No. 9 29000) ■ Miter Saw Crown Molding Jig (Item No. 3 29002)

■ Miter Saw Table Extension and Stop Block g Saw Dust Bag (Item No. 9 23466)
(Item No. £29001)

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

The following labels are on the miter saw with locations indicated

Restore lower blade guard

and securely tighten screw

before use

^lift^r BÌad7ciiange See Owner's Manual

10 inch Miter Saw

CRRFTSHRW

CAUTION :for safe operatiok see owner's manual

WEAR EYE PROTECTIONIWHEN SERVCMG, USE ONLY IDENTICAL CRAFTSMAN

REPLACEMENT FARTS.

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SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.

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DOUBLEINSULATED 5,000 RPM

120 VOLTS 60 Hz AC ONLY 15 A

SER. NO.

Customer Help Une 1-800-932-3188

WARNING: For your own safety:

• Read owners mamial before operating ntfler saw.

• Wear eye protectton.

• Keep hands out of path of saw hlade.

• Do not operate saw wftJioat guards In place.

■ Do not petform any operatfon freehand.

• Never reach around the saw blade.

• Turn off tool and wail for saw blade to stop
before moving workpiece or changing settings.

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

• Do ncd expose to rain or use in damp places.

ADVERTENCIA:

Para sn propia seguridad,
lea el manual del usuario
antes de usar la sierra
íngtetadora.

Fig. 1

LOOSE PARTS LIST

The following items are included with your Compound Miter Saw:

■ Saw Blade -10 in. ■ 5 mm Hex Key
Miter Lock Handle
Dust Guide
Blade Wrench

SAW BLADE

8 mm Hex Key
Owner's Manual

BLADE WRENCH

A WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous and could

cause serious personal injury.

TOOLS NEEDED

The following tools (not included) are needed for
checking adjustments of your saw or for

installing the blade:

DUSTGUIDE

Fig. 2

PHILUPS SCREWDRIVER

FEATURES

KNOW YOUR COMPOUND MITER SAW

See Figure 3.

Before attempting to use your saw, familiarize yourself

witfi all operating feafeires and safety requirements.

A WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with your

saw to make you careless. Remember that a
careless fraction of a second is sufticierrt to inflict
severe injury.

15 AMP MOTOR

Your saw has a powerful 15 amp motor with sufficient
power to handle tough cutting jobs, it is made with all
ball bearings, and has externally accessible brushes
for ease of servicing.

10 in. BLADE

A 10 in. saw blade is ir)cluded with your compound
miter saw. It will cut materials up to 3-9/16 in. thick or
5-9/16 wide, depending upon the thickness of the
material and the setting at which the cut is being

made.

CUTTING CAPACITIES

When the miter angle (miter table) Is set at O'* and
the bevel angle is set at 0°:

Your saw wili cut materials up to a maximum
width of 5-9/16 in. wide X 2-9/32 in. thick.

It wilt cut materials up to a maximum thickness of

3-9/16 in. thick X 4 in. wide.

When the miter angle (miter table) Is set at as'" and
the bevel angle is set at 0°;

Your saw will cut materials up to a maximum of
3-15/16 in. wide X 2-9/32 in. thick.

When the miter angle (miter table) Is set at 0° and
the bevel angle Is set at 45°:

Your saw will cut materials up to a maximum of
5-9/16 in. wide X 1-9/16 in. thick.

When the miter angle (miter table) is set at 45° and

the bevel angle is set at 45°:

Your saw will cut materials up to a maximum of
4 in. wide X 1-9/16 in. thick.

FEMURES

CARRYING HANDLE

See Figure 4.

For convenience when carrying or transporting your
miter saw from one place to another, a carrying
handle has been provided on top of the saw arm as
shown in figure 4. To transport, turn off and unplug
your saw, then lower the saw arm and lock it in the
down position. Lock saw arm by depressing the lock
pin.

SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON

See Figure 5.

A spindle lock button has been provided for locking
the spindle which stops the rotation of the blade in
your saw. Depress and hold ttie lock button while
installing, changing, or removing blade.

SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON

LOCK-OFF

LEVER

SWITCH

TRIGGER

MITER LOCK HANDLE

See Figure 4.

The miter lock handle securely locks your saw at
desired miter angles.

LOCK-OFF LEVER

See Figure 5.

The switch trigger is equipped with a lock-off lever to
reduce the possibility of accidental starting. The lock­off lever must be slid back away from the switch

^trigger in order to turn saw on. Once the saw is on,

the lock-off lever can be released. The spring loaded

lever will spring back into the lock-off position when
the switch trigger is released.

Fig. 5

TRIGGER LOCK

See Figure 6.

To prevent unauthorized use of your compound miter

saw, we suggest that you disconnect it from the power

supply and lock the switch in the off position. To lock

the switch, install a padlock through the hole in the

switch trigger. A lock with a shackle up to 13/64 in.
(5 mm) diameter may be used. When the lock is
installed and locked, the switch is inoperable. Store

the padlock key in another location.

SWITCH

TRIGGER

PADLOCK

11

Fig. 6

FEATURES

POSITIVE STOPS ON MITER TABLE

Positive stops have been provided at O', 22-1^“,

31.6°, and 45°. The 22r-1/2°, 31.6°, and 45° positive
stops have been provided on both the left and right
side of the miter table.

BEVEL LOCK KNOB

The bevel lock knob securely locks your compound
miter saw at desired bevel angles. Positive stop
adjustment screws have been provided on each side
of the saw arm. These adjustment screws are for
making fine adjustments at 0' and 45°. See pages 17
and 18.

ELECTRIC BRAKE

An electric brake has been provided to quickly stop
blade rotation after the switch is released.

FENCE

The fence on your compound miter saw has been
provided to hold your workpiece securely against
when making ail cuts.

SELF-RETRACTING LOWER BLADE

GUARD

The lower blade guard is made of shock-resistant,
see-through plastic that provides protection from each
side of the blade. It retracts over the upper blade
guard as the saw is lowered into the workpiece,

MOUNTING HOLES

See Figure 7.
Your compound miter saw should be permanently

mounted to a firm supporting surface such as
workbench. Four 3/8 in. bolt holes have been
provided in the saw base for this purpose. Each of
the four mounting holes should be bolted securely
using 3/8 in. machine bolts, lock washers, and hex

nuts (not included). Bolts should be of sufficient
length to accommodate the saw base, lock washers,

hex nuts, and the thickness of the workbench.
Tighten all four bolts securely.
The hole pattern for an 18 in. x 24 in. workbench is

shown in Figure 7. Carefully check the workbench

after mounting to make sure that no movement can

-occur during use. If any tipping, sliding, or walking is
noted, secure the workbench to the floor before
operating.

10"

-3-3/4"

4-5/8'

18"

8-3/4'

7/16’OtA.

HOLE

4-5/8*

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-3-1/4" ■ 17-1/r-

-24"—

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Your saw has a precision built electric motor. It should

be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts,

60 Hz, AC only (normal household current). Do not

operate this tool on direct current (DC). A substantial
voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor
will overheat. If your tool does not operate when

plugged into an outlet, double-check the power

supply.

A WARNING: The operation of any saw can

result in foreign objects being thrown into your
eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.
Before starting power tool operation, always
wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields and a full face shield when needed. We
recommend wide vision safety mask for use over
eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side
shields.

WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or

create accessories not recommended for use
with this tool. Any such alteration or modification

is misuse and could result in a hazardous
condition leading to possible serious personal
injury.

Fig. 7

A WARNING: Always make sure your compound

miter saw is securely mounted to a workbench or
an approved workstand. Failure to do so could
result in an accident resulting in possible serious
personal injury.

12

ADJUSTMENTS

A. WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that

could cause possible serious personal injury,
assemble all parts to your saw before connecting
it to power supply. Saw should never be
connected to power supply when you are
assembling parts, making adjustments, installing
or removing blades, or when not in use.

As mentioned previously your saw has been factory
assembled and adjusted. The miter lock handle, dust
guide, and blade are the only parts that have to be

installed.

MITER LOCK HANDLE

See Figure 8.
To install the miter lock handle, place the threaded

stud on the end of the miter lock handle into the
threaded hole in the control arm. Turn clockwise to
tighten.

TO INSTALL BLADE

See Figures 10, 11, and 12.

A WARNING: A 10 in. blade is the maximum

blade capacity of your saw. Never use a blade
that is too thick to allow outer blade washer to
engage with the flats on the spindle. Larger
blades will come in contact with the blade
guards, while thicker blades wilt prevent №e
blade screw from securing the blade on the
spindle. Either of these situations could result in
a serious accident and can cause serious
personal injury.

■ Unplug your saw.

VV WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could

result in accidental starting causing possible
serious personal injury.

■ Push down on the saw arm and pull out the lock
pin to release saw arm. Raise saw arm to its full
raised position. Be cautious, saw arm is spring
loaded to raise.

■ Loosen the phillips screw on the blade bolt
cover until blade bolt cover can be raised.

See Figures 10 and 11.

■ Gently raise the lower blade guard bracket,
releasing lower blade guard from notch so that
lower blade guard and blade bolt cover can be
rotated up and back to expose the blade bolt. See

Figures 10 and 11.

MTER

LOCK HANDLE

DUST GUIDE

See Figure 9.

To Install the dust guide, place the end marked

INSERT over the exhaust port in the upper blade
guard. Turn the guide so that the open end is facing
down or toward the rear of the saw.

MITER

TABLE

Fig. 8

PHILUPS SCREW

LOV№R BLADE

GUARD BRACKET

Fig. 10

13

Depress the spindle lock button and rotate the

blade bolt unbi the spindle locks. See Figure 12.

Using the blade wrench provided, loosen and

remove the blade bolt.

Note: The blade bolt has left hand threads. Turn

blade bolt clockwise to loosen.
Remove outer blade washer. Do not remove

inner blade washer.

ADJUSTMENTS

■ Wipe a drop of oil onto inner blade washer and

outer blade washer where they contact the blade.

A WARNING: If inner blade washer has been

removed, replace it before placing blade on
spindle. Failure to do so could cause an accident
since blade will not tighten property.

■ Fit saw blade Inside lower blade guard and onto
spindle. The Made teeth point downward at the
front of saw as shown in figure 11.

A CAUTION: Always install the blade with the

blade teetti and the arrow printed on the side of
the blade pointing down at the front of the saw.
The direction of blade rotation is also stamped
with an arrow on the upper blade guard.

■ Replace outer blade washer. The double "D” flats
on the blade washers align w№ the flats on the
spindle.

■ Depress spindle lock button and replace blade

bolt.
Note: The blade bolt has left hand threads. Turn

blade bolt counterclockwise to tighten.

■ Tighten blade bolt securely.

■ Remove the blade wrench and store it in a safe

place for future use.

■ Replace the lower blade guard and blade bolt

cover.

■ Retighten phillips screw securing blade bolt cover.
Tighten screw securely. See Figure 11.

WARNING: Make sure the spindle lock button is

A

not engaged before reconnecting saw into power
source. Never engage spindle lock button when

blade is rotating.

SPINDLE

LOCK

BUnON

Fig. 12

Your compound miter saw has been adjusted at the

factory for making very accurate cuts. However, some

of the components might have been jarred out of

alignment during shipping. Also, over a period of time,

readjustment will probably become necessary due to
wear. After unpacking your saw, check the following
adjustments before you begin using saw. Make any

readjustments that are necessary and periodically

check the parts alignment to make sure that your saw

is cutting accurately.

A WARNING: Your saw should never be

connected to power supply when you are
assembling parts, making adjustments, installing
or removing blades, or when not in use.

Disconnecting your saw will prevent accidental

starting that could cause serious injury.

14

ADJUSTMENTS

Note: Many of ttie illustrations in №is manual show

only portions of your compound miter saw. This is
intentional so that we can clearly show points being
made in the illustrations. Never operate your saw
without alt guards securely in place and in good
operating condition.

CUTTING A SLOT IN THE ZERO CLEARANCE THROAT PLATE

In order to use your compound miter saw, you must
cut a slot through the zero clearance throat plate to
allow for blade clearance. To cut the slot, set your
saw at 0 degrees miter, turn saw on and allow the

blade to reach full speed, toen carefully make a
straight cut as far as It wilt go through the throat plate.
Turn your saw off and allow the blade to come to a
complete stop before raising the saw arm.

Next, adjust the bevel angle to 45 degrees, turn your
saw on and allow the blade to reach full speed, then
carefully make another cut through the zero clearance
throat plate. The throat plate will then be wide enough
to allow the blade to pass through it at any angle from

0 to 45 degrees.

SQUARING THE MITER TABLE

TO THE FENCE

See Figures 13 -16.

■ Unplug your saw.

FENCE

FRAMNG

SQUARE

INTER

LOCK PLATE

VIEW OF INTER TABLE SQUARE WITH FENCE

AND CORRECTLY ADJUSTED

FENCE

MfTER TABLE

ZERO CLEARANCE

THROAT PLATE

INTER

LOCK HANDLE

Fig. 13

WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could

result in accidental starting causing possible

serious personal injury.

■ Push down on the saw arm and pull out the lock
pin to release the saw arm.

■ Raise saw arm to its full raised position.

■ Loosen the miter lock handle approximately one­half turn.

■ Depress the miter lock plate and rotate the miter
table until the pointer on the conb’ol arm is posi

tioned at 0“.

■ Release the miter lock plate and securely tighten
the miter lock handle.

■ Lay a framing square flat on the miter table. Place
one leg of the square against the fence. Place the
other leg of the square beside the zero clearance
throat plate in the miter table. The edge of the

square and the zero clearance throat plate in

the miter table should be parallel as shown in
figure 13.

■ If the edge of the framing square and the zero
clearance throat plate in the miter table are not
parallel as shown in figures 14 and 15, adjust
ments are needed.

FRAMING

SQUARE

VIEW OF INTER TABLE NOT SQUARE WfTH

FENCE, ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED

FENCE

FRAMING

SQUARE

VIEW OF INTER TABLE NOT SQUARE WITH

FENCE, ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED

ZERO CLEAR/UICE

THROAT PLATE

INTERTABLE

ZERO CLEARANCE

THROAT PLATE

Fig. 14

Fig. 15

15

Using a 12 mm wrench or adjustable wrench,
loosen the hex head bolts located under the miter
table. See Figure 16. Adjust the miter table left or
right until the framing square and zero clearance
throat plate are parallel.

Retighten the screws securely and recheck the
fence-to-table alignment.

ADJUSTMENTS

FENCE

TABLE

SQUARE Wim FENCE

FRAMING

SQUARE

VIEW OF BLADE

INTER

LOCK

PLATE

INTER

LOCK HANDLE

Fig. 17

HEX BOLT{S)

BOnOM VIEW OF MUTER TABLE

Fig. 16

SQUARING THE SAW BLADE TO THE FENCE

See Figures 17'20.

■ Unplug your saw.

/k WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could

** result in accidental starting causing possible

serious personal injury.

■ Pull the saw arm all the way down and engage
the lock pin to hold the saw arm in transport
position.

■ Loosen the miter lock handle approximately
one-half turn.

■ Depress the miter lock plate and rotate the miter
table until the pointer on the control arm is
positioned at 0°

■ W - Release the miter lock plate and securely tighten
the miter lock handle.

■ Lay a framing square fíat on the miter table. Place
one leg of the square against the fence. Slide the
other leg of the square against the flat part of saw

blade.
Note: Make sure that the square contacts the flat

part of the saw blade, not the blade teeth.

FRAMING

SQUARE

VIEW OF BLADE NOT SQUARE WITH

FENCE, ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED

INTER

TABLE

FRAMING

SQUARE

Fig. 18

BUDE

16

VIEW OF BLADE NOT SQUARE WITH

FENCE, ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED

Fig. 19

ADJUSTMENTS

The edge of the square and the saw blade should
be parallel as shown in figure 17.

If the front or back edge of the saw blade angles
away from the square as shown in figures 18 and
19, adjustments are needed.

Using the 8 mm hex key provided, loosen the
socket head screws that secure the mounfing
bracket to fiie miter table. See Figure 20.

MOUNTING

BRACKET

■ Rotate the mounting bracket left or right until the
saw blade is parallel with the square.

■ Retighten the screws securely and recheck the
blade-to-fence alignment.

Fig. 20

SQUARING THE BLADE TO THE MITER TABLE

See Figures 21 - 24.

■ Unplug your saw.

Loosen bevel lock knob and set saw arm at 0°
bevel (blade set 90° to miter table). Tighten bevel
lock knob.

Place a combination square against the miter
table and the fiat part of saw blade.

Note: Make sure that the square contacts the flat

part of the saw blade, not the blade teeth.
Rotate the blade by hand and check the blade-to-

tcibte alignment at several points.
The edge of the square and the saw blade should

be parallel as shown in figure 21.

FENCE

MITER

LOCK

COMBINATION

SQUARE

CORRECT VIEW OF BLADE

SQUARE WITH MITER TABLE

If the top or bottom of the saw blade angles away
from the square as shown in figures 22 and 23,
adjustments are needed.

FENCE

PLATE

MITER

LOCK HANDLE

Fig. 21

A WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could

result in accidental starting causing possible

serious personal injury.

■ Pull the saw arm all the way down and engage

. the lock pin to hold the saw arm in transport

~ px)Sition.

■ Loosen the miter lock handle approximately one-

half turn.

■ Depress the miter lock plate and rotate the miter
table until the pointer on the control arm is posi
tioned at 0"

■ Release the miter lock plate and securely tighten
the miter lock handle.

COMBINATION

SQUARE

VIEW OF BLADE NOT SQUARE WITH MITER

TABLE, ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED

Fig. 22

17

VIEW OF BLADE NOT SQUARE WITH MTER

TABLE, ADJUSTMENTS ARE REQUIRED

Using a 10 mm wrench or adjustable wrench,
loosen the lock nut securing positive stop adjust
ment screw. Also loosen bevel lock knob.

Adjust positive stop adjustment screw to bring
saw blade into alignment with the square. See

Figure 24.

POSITIVE STOP

ADJUSTMENT

SCREW FOR

45° ANGLES

ADJUSTMENTS

PIVOT ADJUSTMENTS

Note: These adjustments were made at the factory

and normally do not require readjustment.

TRAVEL PIVOT ADJUSTMENT

■ The saw arm should rise completely to the up
position by itself.

M If the saw arm does not raise by itself or if there is

play in the pivot joints, have saw repaired by a
qualified service technician at a Sears store to
avoid risk of personal injury.

BEVEL PIVOT ADJUSTMENT

■ Your compound miter saw should bevel easily by
loosening the bevel lock knob and tilting the saw
arm to the left.

■ If movement is tight or if there is play in the pivot,

Fig. 23

have saw repaired by a qualified service techni

cian at your nearest Sears store.

DEPTH STOP

The depth stop limits the blade's downward travel. It
allows the blade to go below the miter table enough to
maintain full cutting capacities. The depth stop
positions the blade 1/4 in. from the miter table sup
port.

Note: The miter table support is located inside miter

table.
The depth stop is factory set to provide maximum

cutting capacity for the 10 in. saw blade provided with
your saw. Therefore, the saw blade provided should
never need adjustments.

However, when the diameter of the blade has been
reduced due to sharpening, it may be necessary to
adjust the depth stop to provide maximum cutting
capacity. Also, when a new blade is installed, it is

necessary to check the clearance of the blade to the
miter table support before starting the saw. Make
adjustments if needed.

DEPTH STOP ADJUSTMENTS

See Figure 25.

■ Unplug your saw.

Retighten bevel lock knob. Next, retighten lock nut
securing the positive stop adjustment screw.
Recheck blade-to-table alignment.

Note: The above procedure can be used to check
blade squareness of the saw blade to the miter
table at both 0“ and 45° angles.

A WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could

result in accidental starting causing possible

serious personal injury. -

■ To adjust the depth stop use a 17 mm wrench or
adjustable wrench and loosen the hex nut at the

rear of the miter saw arm.

M Use the 5 mm hex key provided to adjust the

depth stop adjustment screw. The saw blade is
lowered by turning the screw counter-clockwise
and raised by turning the screw clockwise.

18

ADJUSTMENTS

■ Lower the blade into the zero clearance throat
plate of the miter table. Check blade clearance
and maximum cutting distance (distance from
fence where blade enters) to front of miter table
slot.

■ Readjust if necessary.

A WARNING: Do not start your compound miter

saw without checking for interference between
the blade and the miter table support. Damage
could result to the blade if it strikes the miter
table support during operation of the saw.

■ Tighten the hex nut with a 17 mm wrench or
adjustable wrench.

■ To prevent the depth stop adjustment screw from
turning while tightening the hex not, carefully hold
it with the hex key while tightening the hex nut.

APPLICATIONS

i(Use only for the purposes listed below)

■ Cross cutting wood and plastic.

■ Cross cutting miters, joints, etc. for picture frames,
moldings, door casings, and fine joinery.

Note: The 104 tooth crosscut blade provided is fine

for most wood cutting operations, but for fine joinery
cuts or cutting plastic, use one of the accessory
blades available from your nearest Sears store.

WARNING: Before starting any cutting

operation, clamp or bolt your compourKl miter
saw to a workbench. Never operate your miter
saw on the floor or in a crouched position.

Failure to heed №is warning can result in serious

personal injury.

CUTTING WITH YOUR COMPOUND MITER SAW

A WARNING; When using a work clamp or

C'Clamp to secure your workpiece, clamp
workpiece on one side of the blade only. The
workpiece must remain free on one side of the
blade to prevent the blade from binding in
workpiece. The workpiece binding the blade will
cause motor stalling and kickback. This situation
could cause an accident resulting in possible
serious personal injury.

CROSSCUTTING

See Figure 26.

A crosscut is made by cutting across the grain of the
workpiece. A straight crosscut is made with №e miter
table set at the zero degree position. Miter crosscuts
are made with the miter table set at some angle other
than zero.

TO CROSSCUT WITH YOUR MITER SAW:

■ Pull out the lock pin and lift saw arm to its full
height.

■ Loosen the miter lock handle. Rotate the miter
lock handle approximately one-half turn to the left

to loosen,

■ Press the miter lock plate down with your thumb
and hold,

■ Rotate the control arm until the pointer aligns with
the desired angle on the miter scale.

■ Release the miter lock plate.

Note: You can quickly locate 0“, 22-1/2* left or

right, 31.6“ left or right, and 45* left or right by

releasing the lock plate as you rotate the control
arm. The lock plate will seat itself in one of the
positive stop notches, located in the miter table
frame.

■ Tighten the miter lock handle securely.

A WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,

always tighten the miter lock handle securely
before making a cut. Failure to do so could result
in movement of the control arm or miter table
while making a cut.

19

OPERATION

■ Slowly lower the blade into and through the
workpiece. See Figure 26.

■ Release the switch trigger and allow the saw
blade to stop rotating before raising the blade out
of workpiece. Wait until the electric brake stops
blade from turning before removing the workpiece

from the miter table.

BEVEL CUT

See Figures 27 and 28.

A bevel cut is made by cutting across the grain of the

workpiece with the blade angled to the workpiece. A
straight bevel cut is made with the miter table set at
the zero degree position and the blade set at an angle

between 0“ and 45“.

C-CLAMP

Place the workpiece flat on the miter table with
one edge securely against the fence. If the board
is warped, place the convex side against the
fence. If the concave edge of a board is placed
against the fence, the board could collapse on the
blade at the end of the cut, jamming the blade.

See Figures 33 and 34.

When cutting long pieces of lumber or molding,
support the opposite end of the stock with a roller
stand or with a work surface level with the saw
table.

Align cutting line on the workpiece with the edge
of saw blade.

Grasp the stock firmly with one hand and secure
it against the fence. Use the optional work clamp
or a C-clamp to secure the workpiece when
possible. See Figure 26.

. WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,

^ keep your hands outside the no hands zone; at

least 3 in. from blade. Never perform any cutting
operation freehand (without holding workpiece
against the fence). The blade could grab the
workpiece if it slips or twists.

Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of the
cutting operation just to make sure that fK)
problems will occur when the cut is made.

Grasp the saw handle firmly, slide the lock-off
lever back, then squeeze the switch trigger. Allow
several seconds for the blade to reach maximum
speed.

Fig. 26

LEFTSIDE

LEFT

INDICATOR

SCALE]

MOUNTING BRACKET

RIGHT SIDE

TO BEVEL CUT WITH YOUR MITER

SAW:

■ Pull out the lock pin and lift saw arm to its full
height.

■ Loosen the miter lock handle. Rotate the miter
lock handle approximately one-half turn to the left
to loosen.

■ Press the miter lock plate down with your thumb
and hold.

■ Rotate the control arm until the pointer aligns with
zero on the miter scale.

■ Release the miter lock plate.
Note: You can quickly locate zero by releasing

the lock plate as you rotate the control arm. The
lock plate will seat itself in one of the built-in
positive stop notches, located in the miter table
frame.

■ Tighten the miter lock handle securely.

iV WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,

always tighten the miter lock handle securely
before making a cut. Failure to do so could result
in movement of the control arm or miter table
while making a cut.

20

RIGHT

INDICATOR

POINT

OPERATION

BEVEL сит

C-CLAMP

Loosen the bevel lock knob and move the saw
arm to the left to the desired bevel angle.

Bevel angles can be set from 0° to 45“.
For your convenience there is a double scale

located on the mounting bracket. See Figure 27. If
one side becomes difficult to read as you move
the saw arm to the left, simply refer to the other
side. Align the indicator point for the side you
choose with the desired angle.

Once the saw arm has been set at the desired
angle, securely tighten the bevel lock knob.

Place the workpiece flat on the miter table with

one edge securely against the fence. If the board

is warped, place the convex side against the

fence. If the concave edge of a board is placed

against the fence, the board could collapse on the
blade at the end of the cut, jamming the blade.
See Figures 33 and 34.

When cutting long pieces of lumber or molding,
support the opposite end of the stock with a roller
stand or with a work surface level with the saw
table.

Align the cutting line on the workpiece with the

edge of saw blade.
Grasp the stock firmly with one hand and secure it

against the fence. Use the optional work clamp or
a C-clamp to secure the workpiece when pos
sible. See Figure 28.

Fig. 28

WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,

keep your hands outside the no hands zone; at
least 3 in. from blade. Never perform any cutting
operation freehand (without holding workpiece
against the fence). The blade could grab the
workpiece if it slips or twists.

■ Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of
the cutting operation just to make sure that no
problems will occur when the cut is made.

■ Grasp the saw handle firmly, slide the lock-off
lever back, then squeeze the switch trigger. Allow
several seconds for the blade to reach maximum
speed.

■ Slowly lower the blade into and through the
workpiece. See Figure 28.

■ Release the switch trigger and allow the saw

blade to stop rotating before raising the blade out

of workpiece. Wait until the electric brake stops

blade from turning before removing the workpiece

from miter table.

COMPOUND MITER CUT

A compound miter cut is a cut made using a miter
angle and a bevel angle at the same time. This type of
cut is used to make picture frames, cut molding, make

boxes with sloping sides, and for certain roof framing

cuts.
To make this type of cut the control arm on the miter

table must be rotated to the correct angle and the saw
arm must be tilted to the correct bevel angle. Care
should always be taken when making compound miter
setups due to the interaction of the two angle settings.

Adjustments of miter and bevel settings are interde
pendent with one another. Each time you adjust the

miter setting you change the effect of the bevel

setting. Also, each time you adjust the bevel setting

you change the effect of the miter setting.

It may take several settings to obtain the desired cut.
The first angle setting should be checked after setting
the second angle, since adjusting the second angle

affects the first.

Once the two correct settings for a particular cut have

been obtained, always make a test cut in scrap

material before making a finish cut in good material.

21

OPERATION

TO MAKE A COMPOUND CUT WITH YOUR MITER SAW:

■ Pull out the lock pin and lift saw anm to its ^11 height

■ Loosen the miter lock handle. Rotate the miter
lock handle approximat^y one-half turn to the left

to loosen.

■ Press the miter lock plate down with your thumb
and hold.

■ Rotate the control arm until the pointer aligns with
the desired angle on the miter scale.

■ Release the miter lock plate.
Note: You can quickly locate 0°, 22-1/2° left or

right, 31.6° left or right, and 45° left or right by
releasing the miter lock plate as you rotate the
control arm. The miter lock plate will seat itself in
one of the positive stop notches, located in miter
table frame.

■ Tighten the miter lock handie securely.

A WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,

always tighten the miter iock handle securely
before making a cut. Failure to do so could result
In movement of the control arm or miter table
while making a cut.

■ Loosen the bevel lock knob and move the saw
arm to the left to the desired bevel angle.

■ Bevel angles can be set from 0° to 45°.

■ For your convenience there is a double scale
located on the mounting bracket. See Figure 27. If
one side becomes difficult to read as you move
the saw arm to the left, simply refer to the other
side. Align the indicator point for the side you
choose with the desired angle.

■ Once the saw arm has been set at the desired
angle, securely tighten the bevel lock knob.

■ Recheck miter angle setting. Make a test cut in
scrap material.

■ Place the workpiece flat on the miter table with
one edge securely against the fence, if the board
is warped, place the convex side agairtst the
fence. If the concave edge of a board is placed
against the fence, the board could collapse on №e
blade at the end of the cut jamming the blade.

See Figures 33 and 34.

■ When cutting long pieces of lumber or molding,
support ftie opposite end of the stock with a roller

starid or wittt a work surface level with the saw
table.

■ Align the cutting line on the workpiece with the

edge of saw biade.

■ Grasp the stock firmly with one hand and secure it

against the fence. Use the optional work clamp or

a C-clamp to secure the workpiece when pos

sible. See Figure 29.

iV WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,

always keep your hands outside ttre no hands
zone; at least 3 in. from blade. Never perform
any cutting operation freehand (without holding
workpiece against the fence). The blade could
grab the workpiece if it slips or twists.

COMPOUND

MniRCUT

22

C-CLAMP

Fig. 29

OPERATION

■ Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of №e
cutting operation just to make sure that rK> problems
will occur when the cut is made.

■ Grasp the saw handle firmly, slide the lock-off lever
back, then squeeze the switch trigger. AHow several
seconds for the blade to reach maximum speed.

■ Slowly lower the blade into and through the work

piece. See Figures 29 and 30.

■ Release the switch trigger and allow foe saw blade
to stop rotating before raising foe blade out of
workpiece. Wait until the electric brake stops blade
from turning before removing foe workpiece from
miter table.

SUPPORT LONG WORKPIECES

See Figure 31.

Long workpieces need extra supports. Supports
should be placed along the workpiece so it does not
sag. The support should let the workpiece lay flat on
the base of the saw and work table during the cutting
operation. Use the optional work clamp or a C-clamp
to secure the workpiece.

iV WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,

always keep your hands outside foe no hands
zone; at least 3 in. from blade. Never perform

OPERATION

CUTTING COMPOUND MITERS

To aid in making the correct settings, the compound angle setting chart below has been provide, gince com
pound cuts are the most difficult to accurately obtain, trial cuts should be made in scrap material, pnd much
thought and planning made, prior to making your required cut.

PtTCH

OF SIDE

0°

5°

10°

15°

20°

25°

30°

35°

40°

45°

50°

55°

60°

65°

70°

75°

80°

85°

90°

.NUMBERS SIDES

4 5 6 7 8 9

M- 45.00°
B- 0.00°

M- 44.89°
B- 3.53°

M- 44.56°
B- 7.05°

M-44.01°
B- 10.55°

M- 43.22°
B-14.00°

M-42.19°
B- 17.39° ,

M- 40.89°
8- 20.70°

M- 39.32°

B- 23.93°

M- 37.45°
B- 27.03°

M- 35.26°

B- 30.00°
M- 32.73°

B- 32.80°

M- 29.84°
B- 35.40°

M- 26.57°

B- 37.76°

M- 22.91°

B- 39.86°

M-18.88°
B-41.64°

M- 14.51°
B- 43.08°

M- 9.85°
B- 44.14°

M- 4.98°
B- 44.78°

M- 0.00°

B- 45.00°

M- 36.00°
B- 0.00°

M- 35.90°
B- 2.94°

M- 35.58°
B- 5.86°

M- 35.06°
B- 8.75°

M- 34.32°
B-11.60°

M- 33.36°
B-14.38°

M-32.18°

8-17.09°

M- 30.76°

B- 19.70“

M- 29.10°

8- 22.20°

M- 27.19°
B- 24.56°

M- 25.03“
B- 26.76°

M- 22.62°
B- 28.78°

M-19.96°
B- 30.60“

M- 17.07°

B-32.19°

M- 13.95°

B- 33.53°

M- 10.65°
B- 34.59°

M- 7.19°
B- 36.37°

M- 3.62°
B- 35.84°

M- 0.00°

B- 36.00°

M- 30.00°
B- 0.00°

M-29.91°
B- 2,50°

M- 29,62°
B- 4.98°

M- 29.15°
B- 7.44°

M- 28.48°
B- 9.85°

M- 27.62°
B-12.20°

M- 26.57°
B-14.48°

M-25.31°
B-16.67°

M- 23,86°

8-18.75°

M-22.21°

B- 20.70“

M- 20.36°
B- 22.52“

M-18.32°

B- 24.18°

M- 16.10°
B- 25.66°

M- 13.71°
B- 26.95°

M- 11.17°
B- 28.02°

M- 8.50°
B- 28.88°

M- 5.73°
B- 29.50“

M- 2.88°
B- 29-87°

M- 0.00°
B- 30.00“

M-25.71°
B- 0.00°

M- 25.63°
B- 2.17°

M- 25.37°
B- 4.32°

M- 24.95°
B- 6.45°

M- 24.35°
B- 8.53“

M-23.56°
B-10.57°

M- 22.64°
B- 12.53°

M- 21.53°
B- 14,41“

M- 20.25°
8- 16.19“

M- 18.80°
B- 17.87°

M- 17.20°
B- 19.41°

M- 15.44°

B- 20.82°

M-13.54°
B- 22.07°

M-11.50°
B-23.16“

M- 9.35°
B- 24.06“

M- 7.10°

B- 24.78°
M- 4.78°

B- 25.30°
M- 2.40°

B-25-61“
M- 0.00“

B-25.71°

M- 22.50°
B- 0.00°

M- 22.42“
B- 1.91°

M-22.19°
B- 3.81°

M- 21.81°
B- 5.68°

M-21.27°
B- 7.52°

M- 20.58°

B- 9.31°
M- 19.73“

B-11.03°
M- 18.74°

B-12.68°
M- 17.60°

B-14,24°

M-16.32“

B- 15.70°

M-14.91°

8- 17.05°

M-13.36°
B- 18.27°

M-11.70°
B-19.35°

M- 9.93°
B- 20.29°

M- 8.06°
B- 21.08°

M- 6.12°
B-21.69°

M- 4.11°
B-22.14“

M- 2.07°

B-22,41°

M- 0.00“
B- 22.50°

M-20.00°

B- 0.00^

M- ig.ga«"^

B- 1.71°

M- 19.72°

B- 3.40°

M- 19.37°

B- 5.08°

M-18.88°

B- 6.72°

M- 1Q.?6°

P- 8.31°

M- 17.50°

B- 9-85°

16.60°

B-11.31°
M-15.58°

B- 12.70°

M- 14.43°

B-14.00°

M-13.17°

B-15.19°

M-11.79°

B- 16.27“
M- 10.31°

B- 17.23°

M- 8.74°

B-18.06°

M- 7.10°

B- 18.75°

M- 5.38°

B-19.29°

M- 3.62°

B-19.68°
M- 1.82°

B- 19.92°

M- 0.00°

B- 20.00°

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M-18.00°
B- 0.00°

M- 17.94°
B- 1.54“

M- 17.74°
B- 3.08°

M-17,42°
B- 4.59°

M-16.98°
B- 6.07°

M- 16.41“
B- 7.50°

M-15.72°
B- 8-89°

M-14.90°

B-10.21°

M-13.98°
B-11.46°

M-12.94°
B- 12.62°

M-11.80°

B'13.69“

M-10.56°

B-14.66°

M- 9.23°
B-15.52°

M- 7.82°
B-16.26°

M- 6.34“
B- 16.88°

M- 4.81°
B- 17.37°

M- 3.23°

B- 17.72°
M- 1.62°

B-17.93°

M- 0.00“
B-18.00“

Each B (Bevel) find M (Miter) Setting is Given to the Closet 0.005°

COMPOUND-ANGLE SETTINGS FOR POPULAR STRUCTURES

24

OPERATION

CUTTINQ CROWN MOLDING

Your compound miter saw does an excellent job of

cutting crown molding. In general, compound miter
saws do a better job of cutting crown molding than
any other tool made.

In order to fit properly, crown molding must be com
pound mitered with extreme accuracy.

The two contact surfaces on a piece of crown molding
that fit flat against the ceiling and the wall of a room
are at angles that, when added together, equal
exactly 90°. Most crown molding has a top rear angle
(the section that fits flat against the ceiling) of 52“ and
a bottom rear angle (the section that fits flat against
the wall) of 38“.

CEIUNG

LAYING MOLDING FLAT ON THE MITER TABLE

See Figure 32.

To use this method for accurately cutting crown

molding for a 90“ inside or outside corner, lay the
molding with its broad back surface flat on the miter

table and against the fence.

When setting the bevel and miter angles for com
pound miters, remember that the settings are interde

pendent; changing one angle changes the other angle
as well.

Keep in mind that the angles for crown moldings are
very precise and difficult to set. Since it is very easy
for these angles to shift, all settings should first be
tested on scrap molding. Also most walls do not have
angles of exactly 90“, therefore, you will need to fine

tune your settings.

FENCE

TOP EDGE AGAINST FENCE =

• LEFT SHOE, INSIDE CORNER

• RIGHT SIDE, OUTSIDE CORNER

MTER TABLE

CROWN MOLDHUG FLAT ON MTER TABLE

INSIDE

CORNER

(HJTSIDE

CORNER

FENCE

BOnOM EDGE AGAINST FENCE =

• RIGHT SIDE, INSIDE CORNER

• LEFT SIDE, OUTSIDE CORNER

MTER TABLE

Fig. 32

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When cutting crown molding by this niethod the bevel
angle should be set at 33.85°. The tniter angle should

be set at 31.62° either right or left, depending on the
desired cut for the application. See the chart below for
correct angle settings and correct positioning of crown

molding on miter table.
The settings in the chart below can be used for cutting

All Standard (U.S.) crown molding with 52“ and 38“

angles. The crown molding is placed flat on the miter
table using the compound features of your miter saw.

Bevel

Angle

туре of Cut

Setting

Left side, inside comer

33.85“

1. Top edge of molding against fence

2. Miter table set right 31.62*

3. Save left end of cut

Right side, Inside comer

33.85“

1. Bottom edge of molding against fence

2. Miter table set left 31.62“

3. Save left end of cut

OPERATION

When cutting warped material, always make sure it is
positioned on the miter table with the convex side
against the fence as shown in figure 33.

If the warped material is positioned the wrong way as
shown in figure 34, it will pinch the blade near the
completion of the cut.

WRONG

Fig. 34

Left side, outside corner

33.85“

1. Bottom edge of molding against fence

2. Miter table set left 31.62“

3. Save right end of cut

Right side, outside corner

33.85“

1. Top edge of molding against fence

2. Miter table set right 31.62“

3. Save right end of cut

CUTTING WARPED MATERIAL

See Figures 33 and 34.

A WARNING: To avoid a kickback and to avoid

serious personal injury, never position the
concave edge of bowed or warped material
against the fence.

CLAMPING WIDE WORKPIECES

See Figure 35.

WIDE

BOARD

RIGHT

Fig. 33

C-CLAMP

Fig. 35

When cutting wide workpieces such as a 2 in. x 6 in., use
the optional work clamp (Item no.9-29000) or a C-clamp
to secure the board.

26

MAINTENANCE

A WARNING: When servicing, use only identical

Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other

part may create a hazard or cause product

damage.

GENERAL

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts.

Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various

types of commercial solvents and may be damaged

by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, carbon
dust, etc.

A WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids,

gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating
oils, etc. come in contact with plastic parts. They
contain chemicals that can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic.

It has been found that electric tools are subject to
accelerated wear and possible premature failure when
they are used on fiberglass boats, sports cars,
wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster. The
chips and grindings from these materials are highly
abrasive to electric tool parts such as bearings,

brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, it is not
recommended that this tool be used for extended

work on any fiberglass material, wallboard, spackling

compounds, or plaster. During any use on these
materials it is extremely important that the tool is
cleaned frequently by blowing with an air jet.

EXTENSION CORDS

The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of
power. To keep the loss to a minimum and to prevent
tool overheating, use an extension cord that is heavy
enough to carry the current the tool will draw.

A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recom
mended for an extension cord 25 feet or less in

length. When working outdoors, use an extension

cord that is suitable for outdoor use. The cord's jacket

will be marked WA.

iV CAUTION: Keep extension cords away from the

cutting area and position the cord so that it wilt
not get caught on lumber, tools, etc., during
cutting operation.

A WARNING: Check extension cords before each

use. If damaged, replace immediately. Never use
tool with a damaged cord since touching the
damaged area could cause electrical shock
resulting in serious injury.

A WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or

safety glasses with side shields during power
tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation
is dusty, also wear a dust mask.

LUBRICATION

All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a
sufficient amount of high grade iubricant for the iife of
the unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore,

no further lubrication is required.

27

MAINTENANCE

A WARNING; To ensure safety and reliability, all

repairs — with the exception of the externally
accessible brushes — should be performed by a
qualified service technician at a Sears store to
avoid risk of personal injury.

BRUSH REPLACEMENT

See Figure 36.

Your saw has externally accessible brush assemblies
that should be periodically checked for wear.

Proceed as follows when replacement is required:-

■ Unplug your saw.

iV WARNING; Failure to unplug your saw could

result in accidental starting causing serious
injury.

■ Remove brush cap with a screwdriver. Brush
assembly is spring loaded and will pop out when
you remove brush cap.

■ Remove brush assembly.

■ Check for wear. If worn, always replace in pairs.

Do not replace one side without replacing the

other.

■ Reassemble using new brush assemblies. Make
sure curvature of brush matches curvature of
motor and that brush moves freely in brush tube.

■ Make sure brush cap is oriented correctly

(straight) and replace.

■ Tighten brush cap securely. Do not overtighten.

28

29

CRAFTSMAN COMPOUND MITER SAW - MODEL NUMBER 315.235380

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CRAFTSMAN COMPOUND MITER SAW - MODEL NUMBER 315.235380

The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your

CRAFTSMAN COMPOUND MITER SAW or when ordering repair parts.

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE A

KEY
NO.

1
2 360308-142
3
4

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5
6
7

8
9

10 977434-001
11

PART
NUMBER

710308-045

977443-001
589027-008
160030-400
977444-001
977445-001

976729-001
976515-001

977435-001

DESCRIPTION QUAN.

Bolt (M8 X 45 Soc. Hd.)

Lock Washer (M8).....................................................6

Fence

.....................................................................

Zero Clearance Throat Plate.......................................1

Screw...................................................................... 4

Miter Table...............................................................1

Miter Table Frame
(Includes Key Nos. 8, 9,10, & 11)

Rivet........................................................................3

Miter Scale...............................................................1

Hand Warning Label.................................................. 2

Line Label

................................................................

..............................................

................................

KEY
NO.

4

1

1

12

13
14

15
16
17
18
19

20

21

22

2

PART
NUMBER

977437- 001
977438- 001
976506- 001
976507- 001
140030-500
977432- 001
977433- 001

976568- 001
976570-001
976569- 001
976745-001

DESCRIPTION QUAN.

Miter Lock Plate........................................................ 1

Control Arm..............................................................1

Pointer.....................................................................1

Flat Washer (M5)...................................................... 1

Screw (M5 X 8).........................................................1

Miter Lock Handle..
Hex Bolt

...................................................................

Blade Wrench............................................................i

5 mm Hex Key..........................................................1

8 mm Hex Key..........................................................1

' Optional Dust Bag (Item No. 9-23466,

not shown)

...................................................

...............................................................

1

2

1

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CRAFTSMAN COMPOUND MITER SAW - MODEL NUMBER 315.235380

The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your

COMPOUND MITER SAW or when ordering repair parts.

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE B

KEY
NO. NUMBER

1

2 977441-001 Support Bracket...............................

3 360310-182 Lock Washer
4 588058-006 Bolt

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5
6 305030-060 Hex Nut
7 976729-001 Rivet
8 976535-001 Bevel Scale
9 700310-025

PART KEY PART

DESCRIPTION QUAN.

976528-001

100306-016 Hex Bolt...........................................

Torsion spring..................................

...................................

..................................................

...........................................

................................................

.....................................

Bolt (M1 Ox 25 Hex Hd.)

.................

.....................

.....................

.....................

.....................

.....................

.....................

.....................

.....................

.....................

1 10 977442-001
1
3
1
2
2
3
1
2

NO.

11

12 350304-100
13 976525-001
14 589011-007
15 589010-001
16 976512-001
17 976522-001

130010-401

NUMBER

DESCRIPTION QUAN.

Bevel Pivot Bracket Assembly

(Includes Key Nos. 7 & 8).......................................1

Screw......................................................................2

Washer...................................................................2

Bevel Index Pointer

Washer...................................................................1

Pivot Shaft..............................................................1

Washer (M10).........................................................1

Bevel Lock Knob.....................................................1

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2

CRAFTSMAN COMPOUND MITER SAW - MODEL NUMBER 315.235380

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Figure C

CF^AFTSMAN COMPOUND MITER SAW - MODEL NUMBER 315.235380

The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your

COMPOUND MITER SAW or when ordering repair parts.

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE C

KEY
NO.

1 976731-001

2 976757-001
3 976746-001
4 100030-501

03

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5 190010-401
6
7
8 976735-001

9 976739-001

PART

NUMBER

976733-001

***

DESCRIPTION QUAN.

Upper Blade Guard Assembly

(Includes Key No. 6)..............................................1

Dust Guide

Logo Plate.............................................................1

Screw (M5 X 12).....................................................4

Phillips Screw........................................................1

Lower Blade Guard Label
Saw Blade
Lower Blade Guard Assembly

(Includes Key No. 9)
Blade Guard Bracket Assembly

(Includes Key No. 13)

..........................................................

.....................................

.............................................................

.............................................

...........................................

1

1
1

1

1

KEY PART
NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUAN.

10 350105-131 Washer (MS)

11 130030-501 Screw (M5 X 10).......................................................1

12 976740-001 Ubel..........................................................................1

13 589015-001 Screw
14 976554-001 Return Spring

15 976548-001 Blade Bolt (M8 x 20).................................................1

16 976547-001 Blade Washer...........................................................2

17 130030-401 Screw (M4 X 15).......................................................1

18 589031-007 Stopper.....................................................................1

19 588048-001 Lock Nut................................................................... 1

20 317030-040 Lock Nut...................................................................1

............................................................

.......................................................................

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1
1

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CRAFTSMAN COMPOUND MITER SAW - MODEL NUMBER 315.235380

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Figure D

CRAFTSMAN COMPOUND MITER SAW - MODEL NUMBER 315.235380

The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your

CRAFTSMAN COMPOUND MITER SAW or when ordering repair parts.

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE D

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KEY PART KEY
NO.

1 588023-001 Lock Pirr Cap
2 630000-000 "0" Ring
3 588022-102 Lock Pin
4
5 800030-401
6 588021-009 Rubber Bumper
7 350312-260
8
9 180031-002 Depth Stop Adjustment Screw (MIO x 20)

10 300030-100
11 588025-003
12 170030-601 Screw
13 977440-001 Data Plate
14

NUMBER

470000-600

300030-121 Hex Nut (Ml 2)

976683-001

E-Ring

Screw (M4 X 16)............................

Flat Washer (Ml 2)

Hex Nut (MIO)
Handle Washer

Brush Assembly

DESCRIPTION

........................................

.......................................

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QUAN. NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUAN

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.........................1

.........................1

.........................1

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.........................1 27

.........................2

1

15 976682-001
16 588024-007
17 976750-001

18 976650-001 Spindle Lock Pin..............................

19
20 976649-001

22 452040-401
23 098460-040 Ball Bearing (6004zz)
24 588031-004 Screw (Special)

26

28 989377-002 Ball Bearing (6000LLB)

PART

Brush Cap

Carrying Handle...............................

Warning Label

976651-001 E-Ring

Compression Spring

460001-000

588030-008
588029-007

588028-001 Gear.................................................

972000-515

External Retaining Ring...................

Square Key (4 x 4 x 28)...................

Gear Shaft

Lock Ring.......................................

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NOTE: "A"-THE ASSEMBLY SHOWN REPRESENTS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE DOUBLE INSUUTED SYSTEM. TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY

OF alteration or damage to the system, SERVICE SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY YOUR NEAREST SEARS REPAIR

CENTER. CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SEARS CATALOG ORDER OR RETAIL STORE FOR SERVICE CENTER INFORMATION.

For the repair or replacement parts you need

delivered directly to your home

Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week

1-800-366-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

For repair service

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1 -800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7247)

Fer the location of a

Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1 -800-488-1222

Theonodel number of this tool will be found on a serial plate

attached to the motor housing. When requesting service or

ordering parts, always provide the following information:

• Product Name
10 in. Compound
Miter Saw

• Part Name

• Model Number

315.235380

• Part Number

IIBIIB

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