Craftsman 351.268500 User Manual
Operator's Manual /
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CUTOFF SAW
Model No.
351.268500
CAUTION: Read and follow
all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before First Use
of this Product.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www, sears.condcraftsman
17682.02 Draft (09/20/02)
Warranty .................................. 2
Safety Rules.............................. 2-3
Unpacking ................................. 3
Installation ............................... 3-4
Operation ................................. 4
Maintenance ............................... 5
Troubleshooting ............................. 6
Parts Illustration and List .................... 8-9
EspaSol ............................... 10-15
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY
ifthis product fails due to a defect in material or work-
manship within one year from the date of purchase,
Sears will at its option repair or replace it free of
charge. Contact your nearest Sears Service Center
(1-800-4-MY-HOME) to arrange for product repair, or
return this product to place of purchase for replace-
ment.
If this product is used for commercial or rental purpos-
es, this warranty will apply for 90 days from the date of
purchase.
This warranty applies only while this product is used 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
WARNING: For your own safety, read all of the
instructions and precautions before operating tool.
CAUTION: Alwaysfollow proper operating procedures
as defined in this manual -- even if you are familiar
with use of thisor similar tools. Remember that being
careless for even a fraction of a second can result in
severe personal injury.
BE PREPARED FOR JOB
• Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or other jewelry
which may get caught in moving parts of machine.
• Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
• Wear safety shoes with non-slip soles.
• Wear safety glasses complying with United States
ANSI Z87.1. Everyday glasses have only impact
resistant lenses. They are NOT safety glasses.
• Wear face mask or dust mask if operation is dusty.
• Be alert and think clearly. Never operate power tools
when tired, intoxicated or when taking medications
that cause drowsiness.
© Seam, Roebuck and Co.
PREPARE WORK AREA FOR JOB
• Keep work area clean. Cluttered work areas invite
accidents.
• Do not use power tools in dangerous environments.
Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations. Do
not expose power tools to rain.
• Work area should be properly lighted.
• Proper electrical receptacle should be available for
tool. Three-prong plug should be plugged directly
into properly grounded, three-prong receptacle.
• Extension cords should have a grounding prong and
the three wires of the extension cord should be of
the correct gauge.
• Keep visitors at a safe distance from work area.
• Keep children out of workplace. Make workshop
childproof. Use padlocks, master switches or remove
switch keys to prevent any unintentional use of
power tools.
TOOL SHOULD BE MAINTAINED
• Always unplug tool prior to inspection.
• Consult manual for specific maintaining and adjust-
ing procedures.
• Keep tool lubricated and clean for safest operation.
• Remove adjusting tools. Form habit of checking to
see that adjusting tools are removed before switch-
ing machine on.
• Keep all parts in working order. Check to determine
that the guard or other parts will operate properly
and perform their intended function.
• Check for damaged parts. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding, breakage, mounting and any
other condition that may affect a tool's operation.
• A guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced. Do not perform
makeshift repairs. (Use parts list provided to order
replacement parts.)
KNOW HOW TO USE TOOL
• Use right tool for job. Do not force tool or attachment
to do a job for which it was not designed.
• Disconnect tool when changing abrasive wheel.
• Avoid accidental start-up. Make sure that the tool is
in the "off" position before plugging in.
• Do not force tool. It will work most efficiently at the
rate for which it was designed.
• Keep hands away from moving parts and cutting
surfaces.
• Never leave tool running unattended. Do not leave
tool untilit comes to a complete stop.
• Do not overreach.Keep properfooting and balance.
• Never stand on tool. Serious injurycould occurif tool
is tippedor if abrasivewheel is unintentionally
contacted.
• Know your tool. Learn the tool's operation, applica-
tion and specific limitations.
• Handle workpiece correctly. Protect hands from
possible injury.
• Turn machine off if it jams. Abrasive wheel jams
when it digs too deeply into workpiece. (Motor force
keeps it stuck in the work.) Do not remove jammed
or cut off pieces until the saw is turned off,
unplugged and the wheel has stopped.
WARNING: The operation of any power tool can result
in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage.
Always wear safety goggles complying with United
States ANSI Z87.1 before commencing power tool
operation. Safety goggles are available through your
Sears catalog.
Refer to Figure 1.
Check for shipping damage. If damage has occurred, a
claim must be filed with carrier. Check for complete-
ness. Immediately report missing parts to dealer.
The cutoff saw comes assembled in a plastic storage
case. Additional parts which should be located and
accounted for:
A Saw with line cord
B 2-Prong wrench
C Open end wrench
D 20mm Wheel washer
E 5mm Allen wrench
F Abrasive wheel (2) (not shown)
G Safety glasses (not shown)
Figure I - Unpacking
MOTOR
The cutoffsaw motor has the followingspecifications:
Horsepower (max developed) .................. '/2
Voltage ................................. 115
Amperes ................................ 3.5
Hertz .................................... 60
Phase ................................ Single
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
WARNING: Make sure unit is off and disconnected
from power sourcewhile motor is being mounted,con-
nected, reconnectedor any time wiring isinspected.
Cutoffsaw is assembledwith an approvedline cordto
use 115 volts.
Powersupplyto the motor is controlledby a trigger
switch,
POWER SOURCE
The motor is designed for operation on the voltageand
frequency specified.Normar loads willbe handled safe-
lyon voltages not more than 10% above or belowthe
specified voltage.
Runningthe unit on voltages which are notwithin the
range maycause overheating and motor burn-out.
Heavy loads require that the voltage at motor terminals
be no lessthan the voltage specified.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
• Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized
plug (one blade is wider than the other.) This plug
will fitin a polarized outlet onlyone way.If the plug
does notfit fullyin the outlet, reversethe plug. If it
stilldoes not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
install a polarized outlet.Do not change the plug in
any way.
WARNING: Do not permit fingersto touchthe termi-
nals of plugwhen installing or removing from outlet.
• Double insulation eliminates the need for the three
wire grounded power cordand grounded power sup-
ply system. Before plugging in the tool, be certain
the outlet voltage supplied is withinthe voltage
marked on the nameplate.
• Avoid body contactwith grounded surfaces such as
pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.There is
an increased risk of electricshock ifyour body is
grounded. If operatingthe powertoolin damp loca-
tionsis unavoidable, a Ground Fault CircuitInterrupter
must be used to supplythe power toyour tool.
Electrician'srubber gloves andfootwear will
further enhance your personal safety.
• Don't expose powertools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increasethe risk of
electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cordto carry
the tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep 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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