Craftsman 32010861 Owner’s Manual

Owner's ManuaW

Vlodel No.

320.10861

oSAFETY
oASSEMBLY

,AUTtON. Read, understand and follow

!1Safety Rules and Operating Instructions

1this manual before using this product.

oOPERATION
,' MAINTENANCE

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;ears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, nL60179 U.S.A.

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FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN CIRCULAR SAW

If this product fails due to a defect in material or'workmanship within two years from
the date of purchase, RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE IN CANADA,

and Sears will replace it, free of charge.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which

vary from province to province.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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SAVETHESE iNSTRUCTIONS!
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WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions, Failure to follow all

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR LASER

This saw has a built-in laser light° The laser is a Class Ilia and emits output power of a maximum
2,,5mW and 400nm * 700nm wavelengths,, These lasers do not normally present an optical hazard.

However, DO NOT stare at the beam because it can cause flash blindness,

IMPORTANT: The following label is on your saw. it indicates

where the laser light is emitted by the saw. ALWAYS BE AWARE
of its location when using the saw and ALWAYS MAKE SURE

that any bystanders in the vicinity of use are made aware

of the dangers of looking directly into the laser.

AVOID EXPOSURE
LASER RADIATION EMITTED

FROM THIS APERTURE

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WARNING: LASER LIGHT. LASER RADIATION Avoid Direct Eye Exposure° Do Not

Stare into beam, Only turn laser beam on when tool is on the workpiece. Class Ilia.

WARNING: DO NOT stare directly at the laser beam,, A hazard may exist if you

deliberately stare into the beam ALWAYS follow the following safety precautions when

using this saw°

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1. The tinted glasses that were included will enhance the laser light in bright light conditions,
DO NOT wear these glasses if they interfere with the safe operation of this saw.

Z. NEVER aim the beam at any person or object other than the workpieceo
]. The laser beam can be harmful to the eyes, ALWAYS avoid direct eye

exposure. DO NOT look directly into the faser beam output aperture
during operation,.

_. The laser on the saw is not a toy., ALWAYS keep out of the reach of children.

The laser light emitted from this device SHOULD NEVER be directed towards

any person, for any reason,.

_.ALWAYS be sure the laser beam is aimed at a sturdy workpiece (such as wood or rough

coated surfaces) that does not have a reflective surface

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR LASER cont.

6, DO NOT use on surfaces such as sheet steel that have a shiny, reflective surface. The shiny

surface could reflect the beam back at the operator.

7. ALWAYS be aware that laser light reflected off of a mirror or any other
reflective surfaces can also be dangerous°

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I CAUTION: ALWAYS follow only the instructions contained in this manuat when using

this laser, Use of this feature in any manner other than what appears in this manual may

result in a hazardous radiation exposure

8. DO NOT attempt to modify the performance of this laser device in any way°
This may result in a dangerous exposure to laser radiation.

9. For further information regarding lasers, refer to ANSI - Zt36.1
The STANDARD FOR THE SAFE USE OF LASERS, available from the

Laser Institute of America [phone].

WORK AREA SAFETY

1. ALWAYS keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas
invite accidents..

2. DO NOT operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust

or fumes.

3. ALWAYS keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.
Distractions carl cause you to lose control.

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY

1. Double insulated tools are equipped with 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 a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

2. Double insulation _ eliminates the need for the three-wire grounded power cord and
grounded power supply system. Applicable only to Class tl (double insulated) tools.

3. Before plugging in the tool, BE SURE that the outlet voltage supplied is within the voltage
marked on the tool's data plate. DO NOT use "AC only" rated tools with a DC power supply°

4. ALWAYS avoid body contact with grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators,

ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body
is grounded.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY cont.

5. If operating the power tool in damp locations is unavoidable, ALWAYS use a Ground
Fault Circuit interrupter to supply power to your tool. ALWAYS wear electrician's

rubber gloves and footwear in damp conditions.

6. DO NOT expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool
will increase the risk of electric shock°

7. DO NOT abuse the cord. NEVER use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from

the outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts_ Replace

damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock_

8. When operating a power tool outside, ALWAYS use an outdoor extension cord marked

"W-A" or"W". These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock°

NOTE: The extension cord must have adequate wire size AWG (American Wire Gauge) for safe,

efficient use Smaller gauge wires, have greater capacity (I6 gauge wire has more capacity
than 18 gauge wire).

PERSONAL SAFETY

1. ALWAYS stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating

a power tool. DO NOT use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol,
or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious

personal injury

2. ALWAYS dress properly. DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry. Pull back tong hair.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts°

PERSONAL SAFETY cont.

3. ALWAYS avoid accidental starting. BE SURE switch is in the "Off" position before
plugging in. DO NOT carry tools with your finger on the switch, Carrying tools with

your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch in the "On" position
invites accidents.

4, ALWAYS remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool "On". A wrench

or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury,

5. DO NOT overreach, ALWAYS keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.

6. ALWAYS use safety equipment, Always wear eye protection,

TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY

1. ALWAYS use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece
to a stable platform, Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may

lead to loss of control.

2. DO NOT force tool. Use the correct tool and blade for your application. The correct

tool and blade will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed,

3. DO NOT use tool if switch does not turn it "On" or "Off". Any tool that cannot be

controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired°

4, ALWAYS disconnect the plug from the power source before making any

adjustments, changing accessories,or storing the tool, Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally°

5. ALWAYS store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons,
Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

6. ALWAYS maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean, Properly

maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are tess likely to bind and are easier to control.

7. ALWAYS check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,

and any other condition that may affect the tool's operation. If damaged, have the
tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained toots=

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TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY cont.

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I WARNING: USEOFACCESSORIESTHATARENOTRECOMMENDEDFORUSE I

W1T,H THIS TOOL MAY,,CREATE A HAZARDOUS CONDITION_

8. ALWAYS use only accessories that are recommended for this tool. Accessories that may
be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tooL

SERVICE SAFETY

1. If any part of this saw is missing or should break,bend, or fail in any way; or should
any electrical component fail to perform properly: ALWAYS shut off the power switch and

remove the saw plug from the power source and have the missing, damaged or failed part
replaced BEFORE resuming operation_

2. Tool service must be performed only at a Sears Service Center. Service or maintenance

performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury

SAFETY RULES FOR CIRCULAR SAWS

on the auxiliary handle or motor housing, if both hands are hotding the saw, they cannot

DANGER! Keep hands away from cutting area and blade. Keep your second hand

be cut bv the. blade

1. ALWAYS keep your body positioned to either side of the saw blade, but not in line
with the saw blade. Kickback could cause the saw to jump backwards (See Kickbacko..

What Causes It and Ways to Prevent It on pages 8-9)

2. DO NOT reach underneath the work. The guard cannot protect you from the bfade
beneath the work

3. ALWAYS check lower guard for proper closing BEFORE each use. DO NOT operate
the saw if the lower guard does not move freely and close instantly. Never clamp or
tie the lower guard in the open position. If the saw is accidentally dropped, the lower

guard may be benL Raise the lower guard with the retracting handler Make sure that it moves
freely and does not touch the blade or any other part in all angles and depths of cut.

4. ALWAYS check the operation and condition of the lower guard spring. If the guard
and the spring are not operating properly, they MUST be serviced before use.

The lower guard may operate sluggishly, due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a

buildup of debris_

5. The lower guard should be retracted manually ONLY for making special cuts, such as
pocket or compound cuts. ALWAYS raise the lower guard by retracting the handle.
As soon as the blade enters the material, the lower guard MUST be released. For alt

other sawing, the tower guard should operate automatically.

6. ALWAYS make sure that the lower guard is covering the blade BEFORE placing the
saw down on a work bench or floor. An unprotected moving blade will cause the saw to

walk backwards, cutting whatever is in its path Make note of the time it takes for the blade
to stop spinning after the switch is released

SAFETY RULES FOR CIRCULAR SAWS cont.

7. NEVER hold the piece being cut in your hands or across your legs. It is important

to support the work properly in order to minimize body exposure, blade binding, or loss

of control.

8. ALWAYS hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation
where the cuttingtool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a
"live" wire will make the exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator

9.When ripping, ALWAYS use a rip fence or straight edge guide. This improves the
accuracy of the cut and reduces the chance of the blade binding.

10. ALWAYS use blades that have the correct size and shape (diamond vs. round)
arbor holes. Blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run

erratically and will cause loss of control°

11. ALWAYS BE SURE that all adjusting screws and the blade holder are fastened tightly

BEFORE making a cut. Loose adjusting screws and holders can cause the tool or
blade to slip and loss of control may result.

12. When removing the blade from the tool, ALWAYS avoid contact with skin and ALWAYS
wear protective gloves when grasping the blade or accessory. Accessories may be hot
after prolonged user

KICKBACKo..WHAT CAUSES IT AND WAYS TO PREVENT IT
The Causes of Kickback

1. Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound or misaligned saw blade, which causes
the uncontrolled saw to lift up and out of the workpiece and towards the operator

2. When the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf closing down, the blade stalls and
the motor reaction drives the unit rapidly back towards the operator.

3. If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut, the teeth at the back edge of the

blade can dig into the to_ surface of the wood_ This causes the blade to climb out of

the kerr and jump back towards the operator.

4. Kickback is a result of tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions.

It can be avoided by taking the proper precautions, as listed on next page°

Waysto Prevent Kickback

1. ALWAYS maintain a firm grip with both hands on the saw and position your body and
arms to allow you to resist KICKBACK forces. KICKBACK forces can be controlled by the

operator, if the proper precautions are taken.

2. If the blade is binding, or when you are interrupting a cut for any reason, ALWAYS
release the trigger and hold the saw motionless in the material until the blade comes

to a complete stop. NEVER attempt to remove the saw from the work or pull the saw
backward while the blade is in motion or KICKBACK may occur. ALWAYS

check and be ready to take corrective action to eliminate the cause of blade binding°

3.When restarting the saw in the workpiece, ALWAYS center the blade in the kerf and
check to be sure that the saw teeth are not engaged into the material. If the saw blade

is binding, it may walk up or KICKBACK from the workpiece when the saw is restarted.

4. ALWAYS support large panels to minimize the risk of blade pinching and KICKBACK.

Large panels tend to sag under their own weight. Supports MUST be placed under the
panel on both sides, near the line of cut and near the edge of the panel,,

5. DO NOT use a dull or damaged blade. Unsharpened or improperly set
blades produce narrow kerr which causes excessive friction, blade bindingand KICKBACK.

6. ALWAYS be sure that the blade depth and adjusting locking levers are tight
and secure BEFORE making a cut. If blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it may

cause binding and KICKBACK.

7. ALWAYS use extra caution when making a "Pocket Cut" into existing walls

or other blind areas. The protruding blade may cut objects that can cause KICKBACK.

8. ALWAYS have saw blade at full speed before contacting workpiece,

9. ALWAYS hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation

where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a
"live" wire wilt

make the exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator.

IMPORTANT: See Operation Section of this Manual for additional instructions for
avoiding Kickback,