Craftsman 32027311 Owner’s Manual

15 Amp

7 /4=Jn,Circular

with Laser Trac T"

Model No.

320.27311

irk, CAUTION Read, understand and fellow

all Safety Rules and Operating instructions in this Manual before using this producL

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U°S.A.

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• WARRANTY

• SAFETY

• UNPACKING

• DESCRIPTION ° OPERATION

- ADJUSTMENTS

• MAINTENANCE

Warranty ....................................................................................... Page 2

Safety Symbols .....................................................................................Page 3

Safety Instructions ................................................................................................Pages 4 - 11

Glossary of Terms ..................................................................................Pages 11 - 12

Unpacking ..............................................................................................Pages 12 - 13

Description ............................................................................................................Pages 13 - 15

Operation .........................................................................................................Pages 15 - 25

Adjustments .................................................................................................Page 26 - 27

Maintenance ...............................................................................................................Pages 27 - 29

Troubleshooting .........................................................................................................................Page 30

Accessories ............................................................................................................................................Page 30

Repair Parts .......................................................................................................................Pages 3I - 34

Sears Repair Parts Phone Numbers ..................................... Back Cover

ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL TOOL

If this Craftsman Professional Toot fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, RETURN IT

TO ANY SEARS STORE OR PARTS AND REPAIR CENTER OR

OTHER CRAFTSMAN OUTLET IN THE UNITED STATES FOR FREE REPAIR (OR REPLACEMENT IF REPAIR PROVES IMPOSSIBLE).

This warranty does not include expendable parts such as lamps,

batteries, bits or blades..

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

rights, which vary from state to state.. Sears, Roebuck and Co_, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!

Thepurposeofsafetysymbolsistoattractyourattentiontopossibledangers, Thesafetysymbols,andtheexplanationswiththem,deserveyourcareful attentionandunderstanding,ThesymbolwarningsDONOTbythemselves eliminateanydanger,Theinstructionsandwarningstheygivearenosubstitutes forproperaccidentpreventionmeasures,

/_k WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all safety instructions in

this manual, including all safety alert symbols such as "DANGER", "WARNING" and "CAUTION", BEFORE using this saw. Failure to follow all instructions

listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

SYMBOL MEANING

//_ SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER,WARNING,OR

[ AWARNING 1

l!ix CAUTION I Failure to obey this safety warning MAY result in personal

DAMAGE PREVENTION AND INFORMATION MESSAGES

These inform user of important information and/or instructions that could lead to

equipment or other property damage if not followed Each message is preceded by the word "NOTE:" as in the exampie below:

NOTE: Equipment and/or property damage may result if these instructionsare not followed.

WEAR YOUR

CAUTION.. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.

Failure to obey this safety warning WILL result in death or serious injury to yourself or to others. Always

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

Failure to obey this safety warning CAN result in death or serious injury to yourself or to others.. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock

and personal injury.

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

z_WARNtNG: The operation of any tool with a circular

blade 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 shield and a full-face shield when needed. We recommend a Wide

Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shield, available at Sears Stores

or other Craftsman OuUets_

z_WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions in this

manual before using this circular saw° Failure to follow all instructions may result in hazardous radiation exposure, electric shock, fire and!or serious personal injury.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR LASERS

This circular saw has a buitt-in laser light. The iaser is a Class ilia and emits output power of a maximum 2.,5mW and 635-665nm wavelengths. These lasers do not normally present

an optical hazard,. However, DO NOT stare at the beam as this can cause flash blindness. The following label is on your tool,,

It indicates where the saw emits the laser light, BE AWARE of the laser light

location when using. ALWAYS MAKE SURE that any bystanders in the vicinity

of use are made aware of the dangers of looking directly into the laser.

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AVOID EY_POSURE

LASI_I RADIATION DO _OT _A_'C IN3tO BEAM

Laser radiation is emiHed through this _perlure

Z_WARNING: LASER LIGHT,,LASER RADIATION. Avoid Direct Eye

Exposure. DO NOT stare into beam. Only turn laser beam on when the saw is on the workpiece. Class Iila laser,

Z_WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of

procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure,,

i_WARNING: The use of optical instruments such as, but not limited to,

telescopes or transits to view the laser beam will increase eye hazard,,

, DO NOT remove or deface any product labels. Removing product labels

increases the risk of exposure to laser radiation,

2. The laser beam can be harmful to the eyes. ALWAYS avoid direct eye exposure. DO NOT look directty into the laser beam output aperture during operation DO NOT

project the laser beam directly into the eyes of others,, Turn laser on ONLY when making cuts,

3.,Laser enhancing safety glasses are included to enhance the taser beam in bright light conditions, DO NOT wear these glasses if they interfere with the safe operation

of this saw.

4.,The laser on the circular 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,

5, BE SURE the laser beam is aimed at a workpiece (such as wood or rough

coated surfaces) that does not have a reflective surface

SAFETYPRECAUTIONS FOR LASERS 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_.Be aware that laser

light reflected off of a mirror or any other reflective surfaces can also be dangerous

7 ALWAYS turn the laser beam off when not in use. Leaving the tool on increases

the risk of someone inadvertently staring into the laser's beam..

Z_ CAUTION : ALWAYS follow only the instructions contained in this manual

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. ALWAYS use only the accessories that are recommended by Sears for use

with this product Use of accessories that have been designed for use with other laser tools could result in serious injury_

t 0..For further information rega[ding lasers, refer to ANSI-Z136.1 The STANDARD

FOR THE SAFE USE OF LASERS, available from the Laser Institute of America (407) 380-t 553

WORK AREA SAFETY

Keep your work area clean and well lit,, Cluttered workbenches and dark areas

invite accidents.

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. Keep bystanders, children and visitors away while operating a power tool, Distractions can cause you to lose control

4. Make your workshop childproof with padlocks and master switches Lock

tools away when not in use.

5. MAKE SURE the work area has ample lighting so you can see the work and that

there are no obstructions that wilt interfere with safe operation BEFORE using your saw_

PERSONAL SAFETY

1..KNOW your power tooto Read the operator's manual carefully Learn the saw's applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool

2. STAY ALERT, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool..

3. DO NOT use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication..

A moment of inattentionwhite operating power tools may result in serious personal injury

4. DRESS properly,, DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry.. Pull back long hair Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts..Air vents often cover moving

parts and should also be avoided_ Loose clothing, jewelry or long hair can be caught

in moving parts

PERSONAL SAFETY cont.

5 AVOID accidental starting Be sure switch is in "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,

6 REMOVE adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool "ON". A wrench

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

7oDo not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper

footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations

8, ALWAYS SECURE YOUR WORK, Use clamps or a vise to hold work when

practical., It is safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool

9 USE SAFETY EQUIPMENT° Always wear eye protection,, Dust mask, non-skid

safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.,

I0_,

DO NOT USE ON A LADDER or unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations,

TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY

operating this saw° Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in

f _WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions before

electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury,,

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 the 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 the toot 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 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 NEVER leave the tool running. ALWAYS turn it off. DO NOT leave the tool until

it comes to a comp]ete stop

6 STORE idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons.

Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users_,

7, MAINTAIN tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control,

8. 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 tools,

9. 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.,

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

installing or removing the plug from the outlet.

[ _WARNING: Do not permit fingers to touch the terminals of plug when

i, 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 itstill does not fit, contact a qualified electrician

to install a polarized outieL 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 !I (double-insulated) tools.. This circular saw is

a double insulated tool.,

Cover of

Grounded OiJllet Box ------

z_WARNING: Double insulation DOES NOT take the place of normal safety 1

precautions when operating this tool,

3_BEFORE plugging in the 1ool, 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, 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

5. DO NOT expose power tools to rain or wet conditions or use power tools in

wet or damp locations. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

6 iNSPECT tool cords for damage, Have damaged tool cords repaired at a Sears

Service Center. BE SURE to stay constantly aware of the cord location and keep it well away from the moving blade.

7 DO NOT abuse the cord° NEVER use the cord to carry the tool by 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..

EXTENSION CORDS Use a proper extension cord. ONLY use cords listed by Underwrilers Laboratories

(UL). Other extension cords can cause a drop in line voltage, resulting ina loss of power and overheating of tool.. For this tool an AWG (American Wire Gauge) size of at least 14-gauge is recommended for an extension cord of 254£ or less inlength

Use 12-gauge for an extension cord of 50-ft. Extension cords 100-ft, or longer are not recommended. Remember, a smaller wire gauge size has greater capacity than

a larger number (14-gauge wire has more capacity than 16-gauge wire; 12-gauge wire has more capacity than 14-gauge).. When in doubt use the smaller number When operating a power tooloutdoors, use an outdoor extension cord marked

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

shock.

Z_ CAUTION: Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position

the cord so that it wilt not get caught on lumber, tools or other obstructions while you are working with a power tool.

z_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.

SAFETY SYMBOLS FOR YOUR TOOL

The label on your tool may include the following symbols.

V...............................................................................................Volts

A....................................................................................................Amps

Hz..........................................................................................................Hertz

W......................................................................................................Watts

min ..............................................................................................Minutes

,-......................................................................................................Alternating current

...................................................................................Direct current

no ............................................................................................No-load speed

[] ............................................................................................Class IIconstruction, Double Insulated

Jmin ..........................................................................Revolutions or Strokesper minute

Z_...........................................................................................Indicates danger, warning or caution.

It means attention! Your safety is involved..

SERVICE SAFETY

I.. 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: SHUT OFF the power switch and remove the saw plug from the power source and have

the missing, damaged or failed parts replaced BEFORE resuming operation.

2_.Tool service must be performed only at a Sears Parts and Repair Center.

Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury,

3,.When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow

instructions in the maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized pads or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric

shock or injury.

SAFETY RULES FOR CIRCULAR SAWS

_Keep hands away from cutting area and blade,, Keep your

second hand On the auxiliary handle or motor housing. If both hands are holding the saw, the blade cannot cut them°

Z_ CAUTION: Blades coast after saw is switched off.

I,KEEP your body positioned to either side of the saw blade and not in direct

line with the saw blade. Kickback could cause the saw to jump backwards. (See "Kickback What Causes It and Ways to Help Prevent It"on pages 16 and I7)..

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

beneath the workpiece.

_When sawing through a workpiece, the lower blade guard

DOES NOT cover the blade on the underside of the workpiece (Pg. 14 Fig. 2). ALWAYS keep your hands and fingers away from the cutting area.

3 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 accidentalfy dropped, the lower guard may

be benL Raise the lowerguard with tile retracting lever The guard is operating properly

when it moves freely, does not touch the blade or any other part in all angles and depths

of cut, and readily returns to the closed position.

4.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 DO NOT operate your saw until the damage has been repaired or replaced_

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 its lever,

As soon as the blade enters the material, the lower guard MUST be released. For all other sawing, the lower 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 itspath. Make note of the time it takes for the blade

to stop spinning after the switch is released

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

support the workpiece property in order to minimize body exposure, blade binding, or loss of control.

8 HOLD TOOL by insulated gripping surfaces (handles) when performing an operation

where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make the exposed metal partsof the tool "live" and shock the operator..

9..ALWAYS clamp the workpiece securely so it will not move when making the cut.

I0. When ripping, ALWAYS USE a rip fence or straight edge guide. This improves the

accuracy ofthe cut and reduces the chance of the blade binding.

tl 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 cause loss of control.

SAFETYRULESFORCIRCULARSAWSconL

12, NEVER use damaged or incorrect blade washers or bolts. The blade washers and

bolts were specially designed for your saw, for optimum performance andsafely of operation.

13 NEVER cut more than one piece at a time. DO NOT STACK more than one

workpiece on the worktable at a time.

I4. AVOID awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could

cause your hand to move into the blade.

15, NEVER reach into the cutting path of the blade.

Z_ WARNING: Use of this product can generate dust containing chemicals

known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints

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

• Arsenic and chromium, from chemically treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending upon how often you do this type of work.To reduce your exposure to these chemicals;

• Work in a well-ventilated area

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

Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities, Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas

with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption

of harmfut chemicals,

z_ WARNING: Use of this tool can generate andlor disburse dust, which may

cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury° Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles

away from face and body.

ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or

i _ WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructfons_ Failure

serious personal injury.

1. Know your power tool. Read operator's manual carefully. Learn the applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool, Following

this rule will reduce the risk of e]ectric shock, fireor serious injury

2,,ALWAYS wear safety glasses or eye shields when using this saw° Everyday

eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses_ 3,,PROTECT your lungs. Wear a face mask or dust mask ifthe operation is dusty1 4 PROTECT your hearing. Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use, Under

some conditions and duration of use, noise from thisproduct may contribute to hearing lasso

5, ALL VISTORS AND BYSTANDERS MUST wear the same safety equipment that the

operator of the saw wears

ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION cont.

6 INSPECT the tool cords periodically and if damaged have them repaired at your

nearest Sears Service Center or other Authorized Service Facility. BE AWARE of the cord location°

7 ALWAYS check the tool for damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or

other part that isdamaged should be carefully checked !o determine if it will operate properly

and perform its intended function Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool's operation. Aguard or

other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced at a Sears Service center 8 INSPECT and remove all nails from lumber before sawing, 9oSAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS, Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others

who may use this tool. tf someone borrows this tool, make sure they have these

instructions also_

Spindle

The shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted_ Also called the Arbor

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 frontof the blade, as it applies to theworkpiece

That area which wiUbe or has been cut by the blade Set

The distance that the saw blade tooth is bent (or set) outward from the face of the blade Miter Cut

Acutting operation made with the blade at any angle other than 900to the fence Compound Miter Cut

Acompound miter cut is a cut made using a miter angle and a beve! angle at thesame time. Cross cut

Acutting or shaping operation made against the grain of the workpiece. Bevel Cut Acutting operation made with the blade at any angle other than 900to the miter table

Dado Cut A non-through cut which produces a square-sided notch or trough inthe workpiece

(requires special blade) Chamfer Cut

Acut removing a wedge from a b!ock of wood so the end (or part of the end) is angled at other than 90&

Ripping or Rip Cut Acutting operation along the length of the workpiece

Freehand Cut Performing a cut without using a fence, miter gauge, fixture, work clamp, or other proper device to keep the workpiece from twisting or moving during thecut°

Through Sawing Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely through the thicknessof the workpiece

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