Craftsman 32028195 Owner’s Manual

Product Manual

7-1/4=in. 15 Amp

Hypoid Circular Saw

Model No. 320. 28195

CAUTION! Read, understand and

follow all Safety Rules and Operating

instructions in this Manual before using this product.

• Warranty

• Safety

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Troubleshooting

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Warranty Page2 SafetySymbols Pages3-4

SafetyInstructions Pages5-12 GlossaryofWoodworkingTerms Pages12-13

Unpacking Page13 Description Pages14-15

Operation Pages16-27

Maintenance Pages28-30

Troubleshooting Page30 Accessories Page31

PartsListandExplodedView Pages32-35

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ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN

PROFESSIONAL ® PRODUCT If this Craftsman tool fails to give complete satisfaction within one

year from the date of purchase, RETURN iT TO THE NEAREST

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 also

have other rights, which vary from state to state,

Sears, Roebuck and Co,, Hoffman Estates, IL 601 79

WARNING: Some dust created by using power tools contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro- ductive harm.

SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS! READ ALL iNSTRUCTiONS!

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The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful

attention and understanding. The symbol warnings DO NOT, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes

for proper accident-prevention measures.

,_ 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 MEANINGS ,_ SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: indicates DANGER, WARNING, OR CAUTION.

May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs. ,_ DANGER: 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.

,_ WARNING: Failure to obey this safety warning CAN result in death or seri- ous 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 this safety warning MAY result in personal injury

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

DAMAGE PREVENTION AND iNFORMATiON MESSAGES These inform the 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 example below:

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

WARNING: The operation of any saw can result in

WEAR YOUR

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 glass-

es 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 Outlets.

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Some of these following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate

the tool better and more safely.

SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION / EXPLANATION

v Volts Voltage A Amperes Current

HZ Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) w Watt Power

min Minutes Time

Alternating Current Type of current

.."-= Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current

no No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load

[] Class II Construction Double-insulated construction

.../rain Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,

orbits, etc., per minute

Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damplocations.

Read the Product Manual read and understand product manual

Eye Protection glasses with side shields and a full-face

To reduce the risk of injury, user must before using this product.

Always wear safety goggles or safety shield when operating this product.

_, Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety.

No Hands Symbol the blade will result in serious personal

/_ Failure to keep your hands away from

No Hands Symbol the blade will result in serious personal

Failure to keep your hands away from

injury.

Failure to keep your hands away from

injury.

Failure to keep your hands away from

injury.

To reduce the risk of injury or damage,Hot Surface avoid contact with any hot surface.

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_L, WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions in this manual before using this saw. Failure to follow all instructions may result electric shock,

fire, and/or serious personal injury. 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 environments, such as in the

presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

* Keep bystanders, children and visitors away while operating a power tool.

Distractions can cause you to lose control.

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

tools away when not in use.

* Make sure the work area has ample lighting, so you can see the work,

and that there are no obstructions that will interfere with safe operation before using your saw.

PERSONAL SAFETY

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

related to this tool. Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when

operating a power tool. Do not use this 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.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Pull back long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothing

or long hair can be caught in moving parts. Air vents often cover moving parts and should also be avoided.

Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the switch is in "Off" position before plugging the tool into a power source. 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. Remove adjusting keys or blade wrenches before turning the tool "On."

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

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected

situations.

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Always secure your work. Use clamps or a vise to hold workpiece securely. It is safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool.

Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. A dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hardhat, and hearing protection must be used for appropriate

conditions. Do not use a ladder or unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface

enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.

TOOL USE AND CARE

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.

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 more safely at the rate

for which they are designed. Do not use the 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. 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.

Never leave the tool running. Always turn it off. Do not leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop.

Store idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

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. 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.

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 ,_ WARNING: Do not permit fingers to touch the terminals of the plug when

inserting or removing the plug from the outlet.

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.

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Double insulation [] eliminates the need for the three-wire, grounded,

power cord and grounded power- supply system. Applicable only to Class

II (double-insulated) tools. This saw is a double insulated tool.

_. WARNING: Double insulation DOES NOr take the place of normal safety

precautions when operating this tool.

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.

* 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.

* 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.

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 tool. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tool or to pull

the plug from the outlet. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords

increase the risk of electric shock.

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EXTENSION CORDS Use a proper extension cord. Only use cords listed by Underwriters Laboratories

(UL). Other extension cords can cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a 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 25-ft. or less in length. 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 one with a larger number (14-gauge wire has more capacity than 16-

gauge wire; 12-gauge wire has more capacity than 14-gauge wire). When in doubt, use the smaller number. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an outdoor

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

Minumum Gauge for Extension Cords

Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet

120V 25ft. 50ft. 100ft. 150ft.

Ampere Rating AWG AWG AWG AWG

More than 0

Not more than 6

More than 6

Not more than 10

More than 10

Not more than 12

More than 12

Not more than 16

16 16 16 14

16 16 14 12

14 12 Not Recommended

CAUTION: Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber, tools, or other obstructions while

you are working with a power tool.

WARNING: Check extension cords before each use. If damaged, replace immediately. Never use the tool with a damaged cord; touching the damaged

area could cause electrical shock, resulting in serious injury.

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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 II construction, Double Insulated

.../min ............................................... Revolutions or Strokes per minute

,_ .............................................. Indicates danger, warning or caution. It means

attention! Your safety is involved.

SERVICE SAFETY

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, remove the saw plug from the power source, and have the missing, damaged or failed parts replaced before resuming operation.

• 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.

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

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

shock or injury.

SAFETY RULES FOR HYPOID CIRCULAR SAWS ,_ DANGER: 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.

Do not position your body in direct line with the saw blade; position your body to either side of the saw blade. Kickback could cause the saw to jump backwards.

(See "Kickback--What Causes It and Ways to Help Prevent It" in the Operation section of this manual.)

DO NOT reach underneath the work. The guard cannot protect you from the portion of the blade that is beneath the workpiece.

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_k. DANGER: When sawing through a workpiece, the lower blade guard does not cover the blade on the underside of the workpiece. Always keep your hands

and fingers away from the cutting area.

Check the 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 bent. Raise the lower guard with the

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. Check the operation and condition of the lower guard spring. [fthe 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 damaged part has been repaired or replaced.

* 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 be allowed to operate automatically.

Always make sure that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing the saw on a workbench or floor. Make note of the time it takes for the blade

to stop spinning after the switch is released. An unprotected moving blade will cause the saw to travel backwards, cutting whatever is in its path.

Never hold the piece being cut in your hands or across your legs. It is important to support the workpiece properly in order to minimize body

exposure, blade binding, or loss of control. 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 parts of the tool "live"

and shock the operator. Always clamp the workpiece securely so it will not move when making the cut.

Always use a rip fence or straight edge guide when performing rip cuts. This improves the accuracy of the cut and reduces the chance of the blade binding.

* 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.

* Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or bolts. The blade washers

and bolts were specially designed for your saw for optimum performance and safety of operation.

* Never cut more than one piece at a time. Do not stack more than one

workpiece on the worktable at a time.

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• Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could

cause your hand to move into the blade.

• Never reach into the cutting path of the blade.

WARNING: Use of this product can generate dust containing chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints.

• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products.

• 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 harmful chemicals. ,_ WARNING" Use of this tool can generate and/or 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

• Know your power tool. Read this product 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 electric shock, fire or

serious injury.

• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields when using this tool. Everyday

eyeglasses may have impact-resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses.

• Protect your lungs. Wear a facemask or dust mask if the operation is dusty.

• Protect your hearing. Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during

use. Under some conditions, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.

• All visitors and bystanders must wear the same safety equipment that the

operator of the tool should wear.

• Inspect the tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have them repaired at

your nearest Sears Service Center. Be aware of the cord location.

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