Craftsman 973.112930 User Manual
Operator's Manual
5-1/2 in. 19.2 VOLT
CORDLESS TRIM SAW
Model No.
973.112930
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Instructions before first use of
this product.
Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188
Sears Roebuck and Co., 3333 Beverly Rd. Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman
983000-002
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• Safety
• Features
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
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• Table Of Contents and Warranty ................................................................................................................................ 2
• Introduction and General Safety Rules .................................................................................................................... 3-4
• Specific Safety Rules and Symbols ......................................................................................................................... 4-7
• Product Specifications, Unpacking, and Accessories ................................................................................................. 8
• Features ................................................................................................................................................................ 8-10
• Assembly .............................................................................................................................................................. 11-12
• Operation ............................................................................................................................................................. 13-20
• Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................................. 21
• Exploded ViewAnd Repair Parts List .................................................................................................................. 22-23
• Parts Ordering/Service ........................................................................................................................................... 24
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN CORDLESS TRIM SAW
If this CRRFTSMAN Cordless Trim Saw fails to give complete satisfaction within one year from the date of purchase,
RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES, and Sears
will repair it, free of charge.
If this [RRFTTMRN Cordless Trim Saw is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days
from the date of purchase.
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
_I, Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!! Your safety is
involved.
_1= 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. Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product.
Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance, and repair information.
MEANING
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
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Yourtrimsawhasmanyfeaturesformakingyourcutting
operationsmorepleasantandenjoyable.Safety,
performanceanddependabilityhavebeengiventop
priorityinthedesignofthistrimsawmakingiteasyto
maintainandoperate.
CAUTION:Carefullyreadthroughthisentire
operator'smanualbeforeusingyournewtrimsaw.
PaycloseattentiontotheGeneralSafetyRules,
SpecificSafetyRules,Symbols,Warnings,and
Cautions.Ifyouuseyourtrimsawproperlyandonly
forit'sintendeduse,youwillenjoyyearsofsafe,
reliableservice.
WARNING: Read and follow all instructions.
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Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal
injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Work Area
• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and dark areas invite accident.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, 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.
Electrical Safety
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry
the charger. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords
immediately. Damaged cords may create a fire.
• A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a
separate battery pack must be recharged only with
the specified charger for the battery. A charger that
may be suitable for one type of battery may create a
risk of fire when used with another battery. Use battery
only with charger listed.
MODEL BATTERY PACK CHARGER
973.112930 Item No. _9-11375 Item No. 9-11041
(1310715) (1425301 )
Use battery operated tool only with specifically
designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries
may create a risk of fire. Use only with battery pack
listed.
Personal Safety
• 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 inatten-
tion while operating power tools may result inserious
personal injury.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing,
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the
locked or off position before inserting battery
pack. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or
inserting the battery pack into a tool with the switch on
invites accidents.
• Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turn-
ing the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached
to a rotating partof the tool may result inpersonal
injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. Proper footing and balance enable
better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
Tool Use and Care
• Use clamps or other practical way 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 tool. Use the correct tool for your
application. The correct tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it is designed.
• Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. •
A tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the
switch in the locked or off position before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing •
tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk
of starting the tool accidentally.
• Store idle tools out of the reach of children and
other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the Service
hands of untrained users.
• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects like: paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can •
make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause
sparks, burns, or a fire.
• 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 by
the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that
may be suitable for one tool, may create a risk of injury
when used on another tool.
• Tool service must be performed by qualified repair
personnel. Service or maintenance performed by
unqualified personnel may result ina risk of injury.
When servicing a tool, use only identical replace-
ment 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 shock or injury.
Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden
wiring. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator.
Additional Rules For Safe Operation
• Know your power tool. Read operator's manual
carefully. Learn its 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.
• Make sure your extension cord is in good condi-
tion. When using an extension cord, be sure to use
one heavy enough to carry the current your prod-
uct will draw. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least
16 is recommended for an extension cord 100 feet
or less in length. A cord exceeding 100 feet is not
recommended. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier
the cord. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line
voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
Important Rules For Battery Tools
• Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in
operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards
when not using your battery tool or when chang-
ing accessories.
• Do not place battery tools or their batteries near
fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and
possible injury.
_, WARNING: Batteries vent hydrogen gas and can
explode in the presence of a source of ignition, such
as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, never use any cordless product in the pres-
ence of open flame. An exploded battery can propel
debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water
immediately.
Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet loca-
tion. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
Your battery tool should be charged in a location
where the temperature is more than 50°F but less
than IO0°F. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,
battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in
contact with your skin, wash immediately with
soap and water, then neutralize with lemon juice or
vinegar. If liquid gets into your eyes, flush them
with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek
immediate medical attention. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
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Additional Specific Safety Rules
• DANGER! Keep hands away from cutting area and
blade. Keep your second hand on auxiliary handle
or motor housing. If both hands are holdingthe saw,
they cannot be cut by the blade.
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 Pages 14 and 15.
• Do not reach underneath the work. The guard
cannot protect you from the blade below the work.
• Check the lower guard for proper closing before
each use. Do not operate saw if lower guard does
not move freely and close instantly. Never clamp
or tie the lower guard into the open position. If
saw isaccidentally dropped, lower guard may be bent.
Raise the lower guard with the retracting handle and
make sure it moves freely and does not touch the
blade or any other part, in all angles and depths of cut.
• 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. Lower guard may operate sluggishly due to
damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a buildup of
debris.
• Lower guard should be retracted manually only for
special cuts such as "Pocket Cuts" and "Com-
pound Cuts". Raise lower guard by Retracting
Handle. As soon as blade enters the material,
lower guard must be released. For all other sawing,
the lower guard should operate automatically.
• Always observe that the lower guard is covering
the blade before placing saw down on bench or
floor. An unprotected, coasting blade will cause the
saw to walk backwards, cutting whatever is in its path.
Be aware of the time it takes for the blade to stop after
switch is released.
NEVER hold piece being cut in your hands or
across your leg. It is important to support the work
properly to minimize body exposure, blade binding, or
loss of control.
• Hold tool by insulating gripping surfaces when
performing an operation where the cutting tool
may contact hidden wiring. Contact with a "live" wire
will also make exposed metal parts of the tool "live"
and shock the operator.
• When ripping always use a rip fence for a straight
edge guide. This improves the accuracy of cut and
reduces the chance of blade binding.
• Always use blades with correct size and shape
(diamond vs. round) arbor holes. Blades that do not
match the mounting hardware of the saw will run
eccentrically, causing loss of control.
Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or
bolts. The blade washers and bolt were specially
designed for your saw, for optimum performance and
safety of operation.
• Causes and Operator Prevention of Kickback:
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound, or
misalignsd saw blade, causing an uncontrolled saw to
lift up and out of the workpiece toward the operator.
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 toward the operator.
If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut,
the teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig into the
top surface of the wood causing the blade to climb out
of the kerr and jump back toward the operator.
Kickback is a result of tool misuse and/or incorrect
operating procedures or conditions and can be
avoided by taking proper precautions as given below:
Maintain a firm grip on the saw and position your
body and arm in a way that allows you to resist
KICKBACK forces. KICKBACK forces can be con-
trolled by the operator, if proper precautions are taken.
When blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut
for any reason, 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 KICK-
BACK may occur. Investigate and take corrective
actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding.
When restarting a saw in the workpiece, center the
saw blade in the kerf and check that teeth are not
engaged into the material. If saw blade is binding, it
may walk up or KICKBACK from the workpiece as the
saw is restarted.
Ill 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.
• Do not use dull or damaged blade. Unsharpened or
improperly set blades produce narrow kerr causing
excessive friction, blade binding, and KICKBACK.
• Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers
must be tight and secure before making cut. If
blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it will cause
binding and KICKBACK.
Use extra caution when making a "Pocket Cut"
into existing walls or other blind areas. The protrud-
ing blade may cut objects that can cause KICKBACK.
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_, WARNING: Never use a battery that has been •
dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged
battery is subject to explosion. Properly dispose of a
dropped battery immediately. Failure to heed this
warning can result in serious personal injury.
• Save these instructions. This manual contains
important safety and operating instructions for
charger. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
• Before using battery charger, read all instructions
and cautionary markings in this manual, on battery
charger, and product using battery charger. Follow-
ing this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire,
or serious personal injury.
_LCAUTION: To reduce risk of injury, charge only
nickel-cadmium and nickel metal hydride type
rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries
may burst causing personal injury and damage.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
• Do not expose charger to rain or snow. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or
serious personal injury.
• Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by
the battery charger manufacturer may result in a
risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,
fire, or serious personal injury.
• To reduce the risk of damage to charger body and
cord, pull by charger plug rather than cord when •
disconnecting charger. Following this rule will reduce
the risk of serious personal injury.
• Make sure cord is located to that it will not be
stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to
damage or stress. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of serious personal injury.
• An extension cord should not be used unless
absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension
cord could result in a riskof fire and etectric shock. If
extension cord must be used, make sure:
a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same
number, size and shape as those of plug on
charger.
b. That extension cord is properly wired and in good
electrical condition; and
c. That wire size is large enough forAC ampere rating
of charger as specified below:
Cord Length (Feet) 25" 50" 100"
Cord Size (AWG) 16 16 16
Note: AWG = American Wire Gage
Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or
plug. If damaged, have replaced immediately by a
qualified serviceman. Following this rule will reduce the
riskof electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
• Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp
blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any
way; take it to a qualified serviceman. Following this
rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or
serious personal injury.
• Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified
serviceman when service or repair is required.
Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of elec-
tric shock or fire. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug
charger from outlet before attempting any mainte-
nance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not
reduce this risk. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
• Do not use charger outdoors. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious
personal injury.
• Disconnect charger from power supply when not
in use. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
,_ DANGER: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT
TOUCH UNINSULATED PORTION OF OUTPUT
CONNECTOR OR UNINSULATED BATTERY
TERMINAL.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently
and use them to instruct others who may use this
tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them
these instructions also. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious
personal injury.
_LWARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known 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, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending
on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well
ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Important: Some ofthe following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
min Minutes Time
Alternating Current Type or a characteristic of current
Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
no No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
.../min Revolutions or Reciprocation Per Minute Revolutions, strokes,
surface speed, orbits etc. per minute
,_ Safety Alert Symbol Indicates danger, warning or caution.
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 MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:
A
A
A
A
Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will 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.
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.
It means attention!!! Your safety is
involved.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
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TRIM SAW 973.112930
Blade Diameter 5-1/2 in.
Blade Arbor 318 in.
Cutting Depth at 90° 1-9/16 in.
Cutting Depth at 45° 1-1/8 in.
No load Speed 4,500 RPM
Motor 19.2 Volt DC
CHARGER
Input
Charging Voltage
Charge Rate
BATrERY PACK
ITEM NO. 9 11041
(1425301)
120 v,60 Hz, AC only
7.2 - 24 Volts
t Hour
ITEM NO. 9_11375
(1310715)
Your trim saw has been shipped completely assembled
except for the blade. Inspect it carefully to make sure no
breakage or damage has occurred during shipping. If any
parts are damaged or missing, contact your nearest Sears
Retail Store to obtain replacement parts before attempting
to operate saw. A blade, blade wrench (5 mm hex key), rip
guide (edge guide) and this operator's manual are also
included.
The following recommended accessories are currently available at Sears Retail Stores.
• 5-1/2 in. Thin Kerf Blade
_lb WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous.
KNOW YOUR TRIM SAW
See Figure 1.
Before attempting to use your trim saw, familiarize yourself
with all operating features and safety requirements.
Features include easily operated bevel cut and depth of
cut adjustment mechanisms; positive 0° bevel stop;
spindle lock; and blade wrench storage.
,_ WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with your saw
to make you careless. Remember that a careless
fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe
injury.
,_ WARNING: If any parts are missing, do not operate
your saw until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to
do so could result in possible serious personal injury.
SWITCH
Your saw is equipped with a lock-off button which reduces
the possibility of accidental starting. The lock-off button is
located on the handle above the switch trigger. You must
depress the lock-off button in order to pull the switch
trigger. The lock resets each time the trigger is released.
Note: You can depress the lock-off button from either the
left or right side.
APPLICATIONS
(Use only for the purposes listed below)
• Cutting all types of wood products (lumber, plywood,
paneling).
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