Sears 315.220100 User Manual

Operator's Manual

CRAFTSMAN +

PRO I 0 H A L

10 in. Stationary

RADIAL ARM SAW

Model No.

315.220100

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• Safety

CAUTION: Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Operating

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

983000-041

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• Features

•Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW
Ifthis product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship withinone year from the date of purchase, Sears

will repair it, free of charge,

Contact a Sears Service Center for repair.

If this product is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies only for 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

Your saw has many features for making cutting operations more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance
and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this saw making it easy to maintain and operate.

_k CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire operator's manual before using your new saw. Pay close

attention to the Rules For Safe Operation, and all Safety Alert Symbols, including Danger, Warning and
Caution. If you use your saw properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable
service.

Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means
attention!!! Your safety is involved.

_, 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 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. Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

• Warranty and Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 2

• Table of Contents ............................................................................................................................................. 2-3

• Rules for Safe Operation ................................................................................................................................ 4-7

• Electrical ........................................................................................................................................................... 8-9

• Product Specifications and Glossary .......................................................................................................... 10-11

• Unpacking and Accessories ............................................................................................................................. 11

• Loose Parts List .......................................................................................................................................... 12-14

• Tools Needed .................................................................................................................................................... 15

• Labels .......................................................................................................................................................... 16-17

• Features ...................................................................................................................................................... 18-21

• Assembly ..................................................................................................................................................... 22-36

Assembling Leg Stand ...................................................................................................................................... 22

Mounting Saw to Leg Stand .............................................................................................................................. 23

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Attaching Elevating Handwheel ........................................................................................................................ 23

Installing the Yoke Assembly ............................................................................................................................ 24

Removing the Blade .......................................................................................................................................... 25

Attaching Table Supports ................................................................................................................................. 25

Setting the Arm Lock Knob ............................................................................................................................... 26

Setting the Yoke Clamp .................................................................................................................................... 26

Setting the Bevel Lock Lever ............................................................................................................................ 27

Tightening the Arm and Column ....................................................................................................................... 28

Adjusting the Column Tube ........................................................................................................................ 28-29

Adjusting the Carriage Bearings ....................................................................................................................... 30

Leveling the Table Supports ............................................................................................................................. 31

Installing the Front Table .................................................................................................................................. 32

Leveling the Front Table ................................................................................................................................... 33

Installing Rear Table, Spacer Table, Fence, and Clamps .......................................................................... 33-34

Installing Blade and Blade Guard ..................................................................................................................... 34

Aligning Riving Knife to Blade ........................................................................................................................... 35

Installing Rip Scale Indicators ........................................................................................................................... 36

• Adjustments ................................................................................................................................................ 36-43

Aligning the Arm for Cross Cuts ....................................................................................................................... 37

Aligning the Blade to Table at 0° Bevel ............................................................................................................ 38

Squaring Blade to Fence .................................................................................................................................. 39

Paralleling Blade to Table ................................................................................................................................. 40

Aligning the Rip Scale Indicators ...................................................................................................................... 41

Installing Control Cut Device ............................................................................................................................ 42

Check Alignment of Arm and Blade using Laser ............................................................................................. 43

• Operation .................................................................................................................................................... 44-54

Basic Operation of the Radial Arm Saw ........................................................................................................... 44

Types of Cuts .................................................................................................................................................... 44

Switch and Switch Key ...................................................................................................................................... 45

Causes of Kickback .......................................................................................................................................... 45

Avoiding Kickback ............................................................................................................................................. 45

Cutting Aids ....................................................................................................................................................... 46

Making a Cross Cut .......................................................................................................................................... 47

Making a Miter Cut ............................................................................................................................................ 48

Making a Bevel Cut ........................................................................................................................................... 49

Making a Compound Cross Cut ........................................................................................................................ 50

Rip Cut Hazards and Precautions .................................................................................................................... 51

Setting Up a Rip Cut ................................................................................................................................... 51-52

Making a Rip Cut .............................................................................................................................................. 52

Making Other Cuts ............................................................................................................................................ 53

Cutting Long Workpieces .................................................................................................................................. 53

Non-Through Cuts ............................................................................................................................................ 54

• Laser Guide ................................................................................................................................................ 55-56

• Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................................... 57

• Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................................... 58-62

• Exploded View and Repair Parts List ......................................................................................................... 64-85

• Parts Ordering / Service ...................................................................................................................... back page

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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 safety warnings do not by

themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident
prevention measures,

SYMBOL

A

A
A

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Note:

MEANING

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

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,

Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

IMPORTANT

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge of the
system and should be performed only by a qualified
service technician, For service we suggest you return
the tool to you nearest Sears store or repair center for
repair. Always use original factory replacement parts
when servicing.

If you have questions about terms in the following

rules, refer to the Glossary of Terms for Woodworking
or the Features section,

WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this tool

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until you have read thoroughly and understand

completely all instructions, safety rules, etc.
contained in this manual, Failure to comply can

result in accidents involving fire, electric shock,

or serious personal injury. Save operator's

manual and review frequently for continuing safe
operation, and instructing others who may use
this tool.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

• KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator's
manual carefully, Learn the saw's applications and

limitations as well as the specific potential hazards
related to this tool.

• DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Do not use power tools near gasoline or other

flammable liquids, in damp or wet locations, or
expose them to rain, Keep the work area well lit.

• KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All
visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a

safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors
contact the tool or extension cord while operating,

• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered work
areas and work benches invite accidents. DO NOT

leave tools or pieces of wood on the saw while it is
in operation. Keep floors clean and free of saw-

dust,

• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp
and clean for better and safer performance, Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accesso- •

ries,

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• MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks
and master switches or by removing switch keys,

• USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not
force the tool or attachment to do a job it was not

designed for, Use it only the way it was intended,

• DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry,

They can get caught and draw you into moving
parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended, Also

wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

• ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE
SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-

resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.

• NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could
occur if the tool is tipped or if the blade is uninten-

tionally contacted.
DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and

balance at all times,
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold

work when practical. It's safer than using your
hand and frees both hands to operate the tool,

• USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make

sure your extension cord is in good condition. Use
only a cord heavy enough to carry the current your

product will draw, An undersized cord will cause a
drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and

overheating, A wire gage size (A.W,G,) of at least
14 is recommended for an extension cord 25 feet

or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gage, The smaller the gage number, the heavier

the cord,

• AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch
is off when plugging in the tool,

• REMOVE WRENCHES AND ADJUSTING KEYS.
Get in the habit of checking - before turning on the

tool - that hex keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool,

• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before using the tool
again, check any damaged parts, including guards,

for proper operation and performance, Check
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,

breakage of parts, saw stability, mounting and any
other conditions that may affect its operation, A
damaged part must be properly repaired or re-
placed by a qualified service technician at a Sears

store or repair center to avoid risk of personal
injury,

• USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Use the right
blade style for the material and the type of cut,
Use only blades marked for at least 5,000 rpm and

10 in, or smaller, with a 5/8 in. arbor hole,

• KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working
order, This includes the blade guard, the riving

knife, and the anti-kickback pawls.

• CHECK DIRECTION OF FEED. When ripping,
feed work into a blade or cutter against the direc-

tion of rotation of the blade or cutter,

• NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.

TURN THE POWER OFF. Do not leave the tool

until it comes to a complete stop,

• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Using
improper accessories may risk injury, Consult the

Accessories section for recommended accesso-
ries,

• REPLACEMENT PARTS. All repairs, whether
electrical or mechanical, should be made by a
qualified service technician at a Sears authorized

service center,

• DISCONNECT ALL TOOLS. When not in use,
before servicing, or when changing attachments,

blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be
disconnected from the power supply.

• DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job
better and more safely at the rate for which it was
designed.

• BEFORE MOUNTING, DISCONNECTING OR
REMOUNTING THE MOTOR; unplug the saw and

remove the switch key.

• WHEN SERVICING, use only identical Sears
replacement parts. Use of any other parts may
create a hazard or damage product,

• NEVER USE THIS TOOL IN AN EXPLOSIVE
ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor

could ignite fumes,

• MAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE
LIGHTING to see the work and that no obstruc-

tions will interfere with safe operation BEFORE
performing any work using this tool.

• DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT

TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches

replaced by an authorized service center,

• GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by
preventing body contact with grounded surfaces
such as pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator

enclosures.

• GROUND ALL TOOLS. See Electrical page.

• WEAR A DUST MASK to keep from inhaling fine
particles. Use wood dust collection systems
whenever possible.

• PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing
protection during extended periods of operation,

• DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL WHILE UNDER

THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR

ANY MEDICATION.

• STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch
what you are doing and use common sense. Do

not operate tool when you are tired, Do not rush,

• AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND
POSITIONS where a sudden slip could cause your

hand to move into the blade. ALWAYS make sure
you have good balance.

• GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK. Kickback can
occur when the blade stalls, driving the work piece
back toward the operator, It can cause your hand

to contact the blade, resulting in serious personal
injury. Stay out of the blade path and turn switch

off immediately if blade binds or stalls,

• DO NOT USE A PERSON AS A SUBSTITUTE
FOR A TABLE if additional support is needed, Use
a support the same height as the table,

• USE A SUPPORT FOR THE SIDES AND BACK
OF THE SAW TABLE when sawing wide or long

workpieces to minimize the risk of blade pinching
and kickback. Use a sturdy "outrigger" support to
prevent tipping if a table extension more than 24 in,
long is attached to the saw,

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• CUT ONLY WOOD, PLASTIC OR WOOD-LIKE
MATERIALS. Do not cut metal,

• BEFORE MAKING A CUT, be sure all adjustments
are secure.

• NEVER cut more than one piece at a time, DO
NOT STACK more than one workpiece on the saw

table at a time,

• DO NOT REMOVE THE SAW'S BLADE GUARD.

Never operate the saw with the blade guard

removed. Make sure all guards are operating •
properly before each use. •

• NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION FREE-

HAND. Always place the workpiece to be cut on
the saw table and position it firmly against the

fence as a backstop.

• USE THE RIP FENCE. Always use a fence or
straight edge guide when ripping.

• BE SURE THE BLADE PATH IS FREE OF •
NAILS. Inspect for and remove all nails from
lumber before cutting,

• BE SURE THE BLADE CLEARS THE WORK-

PIECE. Never start the saw with the blade touching

the stock.

• KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA.

Do not reach underneath work or in blade cutting
path with your hands and fingers for any reason,
Always turn the power off when cut is complete.

• USE A PUSHBLOCK OR PUSHSTICK in rip mode
for workpieces so small that your fingers go under
the blade guard, NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other
moving parts during use, for any reason,

• ALLOW THE MOTOR TO COME UP TO FULL
SPEED before starting a cut to avoid blade binding

or stalling.

• ALWAYS PUSH THE WORKPIECE when ripping;
never pull it toward the saw,

• DO NOT FEED THE MATERIAL TOO QUICKLY.

Do not force the workpiece against the blade.

• ALWAYS TURN OFF SAW before disconnecting
it, to avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to
the power supply. NEVER leave the saw unat-

tended while connected to a power source.

• BEFORE CHANGING THE SETUP, REMOVING
COVERS, GUARDS, OR BLADE unplug the saw

and remove the switch key,

• AVOID direct eye exposure when using the laser
guide.

KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM

OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth

when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline,

petroleum-based products, or any solvents to clean

tool,

KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP AND WITH

SUFFICIENT SET. Sharp blades minimize stalling
and kickback, Keep blades free of rust, grease,

and pitch,

BLADE COASTS AFTER BEING TURNED OFF.
USE ONLY OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS.

Use only extension cords with the marking "Ac-

ceptable for use with outdoor appliances; store

indoors while not in use," Use extension cords with

an electrical rating not less than the saw's rating,
Always disconnect the extension cord from the
outlet before disconnecting the product from the

extension cord,
INSPECT TOOL CORDS AND EXTENSION

CORDS PERIODICALLY and, if damaged, have
repaired by at your nearest Sears Authorized
Repair Center, Stay constantly aware of cord
location and keep it well away from the moving

blade.

• DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank the cord to
disconnect it from receptacle, Keep the cord from

heat, oil, and sharp edges,

• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them
frequently and use to instruct other users, If you

loan someone this tool, loan them these instruc-

tions also,

,_ WARNING: 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,

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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• SECURE THE SAW. Firmly bolt the saw to the leg
stand to keep the saw from tipping, walking, or

sliding,

• DO NOT SET UP WORK WITH THE BLADE
SPINNING. Keep the saw power off until you are

ready to use it.

• RIP ONLY WORKPIECES LONGER THAN THE

BLADE'S DIAMETER. Never rip a piece of wood

that is shorter than the diameter of the blade.

• NEVER LOWER AN UNLOCKED REVOLVING

CUTTING TOOL. Always lock the carriage lock
knob before lowering the blade.

• SHUT OFF THE POWER TO FREE A JAMMED
GUARD. Press the switch off before putting your

hands near the blade, Wait for the blade to stop,

then free the guard,

• LOCK THE SAW BEFORE MOVING IT. Secure
the radial arm with the arm lock knob, Secure the
carriage with the carriage lock knob,

• POSITION THE WORKPIECE WITH THE FIN-

ISHED SIDE DOWN. If the anti-kickback pawls
catch the wood to stop kickback, they could mar
the top surface or cause splintering,

• POSITION THE WORKPIECE SO NO ONE MUST
STAND IN LINE WITH THE BLADE. If kickback or

climb occurs, a helper, operator, or observer in the
sawblade path could be seriously injured,

• POSITION THE CUT SO THE WASTE PART

FALLS OFF. Never use a length stop on the free
end of the workpiece, Never apply force to the free
end or hold it while the sawblade is rotating,

• IN A RIP CUT, holding the cut-off edge behind the
blade can cause the cut edges to pinch, risking

kickback, It could cause the blade to climb over the
front edge of the wood and contact your hand,

• BEFORE STARTING EACH CUT, check that no

play exists in the carriage, Be sure the arm, yoke

and bevel locks and clamps are tight, Verify the

blade, all handles, blade washers, and blade nuts

are secure,

• BEFORE MAKING A CUT, test the upper and

lower blade guards for free movement up and
down, Position the nose of the guard to just clear
the workpiece,

• AVOID KICKBACK AND POSSIBLE INJURY by
preventing heeling, grabbing, and pinching.

• BEFORE CUTTING, position and tighten the blade
guard and anti-kickback pawls. Test the pawls to

make sure they would stop kickback if it started,
Keep the points sharp,

• KEEP THE SAW BLADE PATH CLEAR. Position
the saw to allow enough room on all sides so

neither the operator nor a visitor stands in line with

the sawblade,

• AVOID HEELING by adjusting the saw blade so it

exactly parallels the fence during ripping opera-

tions,

• AVOID GRABBING in rip mode by keeping the
saw blade correctly adjusted and by feeding the
work from the infeed side (opposite the anti-

kickback pawls),

• AVOID PINCHING by using a riving knife and
sharp saw blade, Keep the work positioned firmly
against the fence,

• USE IN-RIP WHENEVER POSSIBLE by position-

ing the work so the blade is between (inside) the

column and the motor,

• NEVER ADJUST GUARD, PAWLS, OR BLADE
WITHOUT DISCONNECTING THE POWER.

Always turn off the switch and unplug the cord

before freeing a jammed blade, tightening a loose
blade, or repositioning the guard or pawls,

• DO NOT turn the motor switch on and off rapidly,
This can loosen the sawblade.

• NEVER CUT MORE THAN ONE PIECE OF
WOOD AT A TIME. The feed will be uneven and

could cause the blade to pick up one or more

pieces and cause serious injury,

• TURN OFF SAW IF A STRANGE NOISE OR

HEAVY VIBRATION OCCURS. Immediately turn

off the saw, locate the source, and correct the

problem before using the saw further,

• POSITION THE CUT SO THE BLADE WILL NOT

EXTEND BEYOND THE EDGE OF THE TABLE.
KEEP THE GUARDS IN PLACE AND THE WORK

SURFACE CLEAR DURING A CUT. Small objects
or wood slivers can ricochet from the blade into the

fence and back toward the operator, If the blade

loosens slivers, remove them with a stick, not your
hand,

IN A RIP CUT, DO NOT LET GO OF THE WORK-

PIECE UNTIL THE CUT IS COMPLETE. When the
workpiece is fed into the blade, push the workpiece
all the way past the blade,

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EXTENSION CORDS

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept
the tool's plug, When using a power tool at a consid-
erable distance from the power source, use an
extension cord heavy enough to carry the current that

the tool will draw, An undersized extension cord will
cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of

power and causing the motor to overheat, Use the
chart provided below to determine the minimum wire
size required in an extension cord. Only round jack-
eted cords listed by Underwriter's Laboratories (UL)

should be used,

Length of Extension Cord Wire Size (A.W.G.)

Up to 25 feet 14
26-100 feet 12

When working with the tool outdoors, use an exten-
sion cord that is designed for outside use. This is
indicated by the letters WA on the cord's jacket,

Before using an extension cord, inspect it for loose or
exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.

,_, CAUTION: Keep the cord away from the cutting

area and position the cord so that it will not be
caught on lumber, tools, or other objects during

cutting operations.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Your Sears Craftsman Radial Arm Saw is powered by

a precision built electric motor, It should be connected
to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only

(normal household current). It should be connected
to a 240 volt power supply only if it has been reset
according to the instructions in this manual. The
motor has been set at the factory for 120 volts; if it is
reconnected to operate at 240 volts, the main power

cord plug and any receptacle must be replaced with
devices rated for 240 volts, This tool will not operate

on direct current (DC), A substantial voltage drop will
cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If
the saw does not operate when plugged into an outlet,
double check the power supply.

SPEED AND WIRING
The no-load speed of your saw is approximately 3,450

rpm. This speed is not constant, For voltage, the
wiring in a shop is as important as the motor's horse-
power rating, A line intended only for lights cannot
properly carry a power tool motor, Wire that is heavy
enough for a short distance will be too light for a
greater distance. A line that can support one power
tool may not be able to support two or three tools.

In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding

provides a path of least resistance for electric current
to reduce the risk of electric shock, This tool is

equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug, The plug
must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local

codes and ordinances,
Do not modify the plug provided, If it will not fit the

outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician. Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric
shock, The conductor with insulation having an outer
surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is
the equipment-grounding conductor, If repair or
replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary,
do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to

a live terminal,
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel

if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is

properly grounded,
Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immedi-

ately,
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an

outlet like the one shown in Figure 1, It also has a
grounding pin like the one shown,

GROUNDING

PIN

COVEROFGROUNDED

OUTLETBOX

Fig. 1

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CHANGING VOLTAGE

See Figures 2- 4.

Your radial saw has been set up at the factory to
operate efficiently on a 120V AC single voltage circuit,

However, if heavy duty operation is required, the
circuits are overloaded, or the circuit is low voltage,

have a qualified electrician change the voltage on the
main power system to a 240V AC voltage circuit,

,_ WARNING: The control cut device is set up for

a 120V AC single voltage circuit. Do not modify
the control cut cord. Identify the control cut
cord and tie it back out of the way.

• Correctly identify the control cut cord, unplug it,

and set it aside.

• Unplug the main power cord,

• Remove the blade following the procedure in the

Assembly section,

• Remove the pan head screw above the blade

arbor on the motor cover, Lift motor cover to

expose switch. See Figure 2,

• Use a small screwdriver to slide the dual voltage

switch to the 240V position, See Figures 3 and 4,

• Reinstall motor cover.

• Replace the 120V plug on the main cord with a UL

listed 240V, 15 amp, 3-prong plug,

• Follow the instructions provided with the UL listed

plug,

• Plug the cord into a 240V, 15 amp, 3-blade recep-

tacle. Make sure the receptacle is connected to a

240V AC power supply through a 240V branch

circuit that has a 15 amp fuse or circuit breaker.
Note: No adapter is available for this type of plug

or receptacle.

LIFTMOTORCOVERTOEXPOSESWITCH

SLIDEASSHOWNFORSINGLEVOLTAGECIRCUITS

SWITCHSHOWNIN110-120VOLTPOSITION

Fig. 3

LIFTMOTORCOVERTOEXPOSESWITCH

MOTORCOVER PANHEADSCREW

/

BLADEARBOR _ Fig. 2

SLIDEAS SHOWNFORDUALVOLTAGECIRCUITS

SWITCHSHOWNIN220-240VOLTPOSITION

Fig. 4

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Blade Arbor

Blade Diameter

Blade Bevel Angle

Radial Arm Swing Range
Blade Height Adjust
Carriage Travel
Cutting Capacity - Maximum Cross Cut
Cutting Capacity - Maximum Out-Rip

45 ° minimum left - 90° right

5/8 in.

lOin.

0o_90 °

5.35 in.

17.25 in.

15.50 in.
26 in.

Cutting Capacity- Maximum In-Rip
Depth of Cut at 90°

Depth of Cut at 45°
Table Size

Table Height
Rating

Input

No Load Speed

120V/240V 60 Hz - AC only

16in.

3 in.

2.25 in.

40x27x 1 in.

36 in.

13.0/6.5 Amperes

3,450 RPM

Bevel Cut

A cut made across a workpiece with the blade at any
angle other than 90° to the table surface.

Chamfer
A cut removing a wedge from a block so the end (or

part of it) is angled rather than at 90 degrees.
Climb

A hazard in which the blade "climbs" over and out of
the workpiece, pulling the stock out of the operator's

hands or running across the workpiece.
Compound Cut

A cross cut with both a miter angle and a bevel angle.
Cross Cut
A cutting operation with the blade parallel to the

carriage arm and the blade teeth pointing down, It can
be across or with the grain, normally across the grain
or width of the workpiece,

Dado Cut
A non-through cut that leaves a square notch or

trough; requires a special blade,
Featherboard
A device to help guide workpieces during rip cuts.
Fence
A piece of wood used as a edge guide for the

workpiece, Located perpendicular to the carriage arm,
Can be placed at different distances from the rear
table edge in combination with the other table pieces
and is secured with table clamps.

Freehand
Dangerous practice of making a cut without using a

fence,
Gum

A sticky, sap-based residue from wood products,
Heel

Alignment of the blade to the fence,

Infeed
The side of the blade where the blade teeth point up,

opposite the anti-kickback pawls.
In-Rip

A type of rip cut in which the blade is between the
column and the motor.

Kerf
The space left by the removal of material in a cut or

the slot produced by the blade in a non-through cut.
Kickback

A hazard that can occur when blade binds or stalls,
throwing workpiece back toward operator.

Leading End
The end of the workpiece pushed into the cutting tool

first.
Miter Cut

A vertical cut made at any angle other than 0° across
the workpiece.

Molding
A shaping cut that gives a varied shape to the
workpiece and requires a special blade.

Out-Rip
A type of rip cut in which the motor is between the

blade and the column. (The blade is "outside" the
motor.)

Pushstick
A device used to feed the workpiece through the saw

blade during cutting operations. It helps keep the
operator's hands well away from the blade.

Rabbet
A type of cut that gives a notch in the edge of a

workpiece.
Resaw
A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the

workpiece to make thinner pieces.

[RAFTSMAN_RADIALSAW315.220100 10

Resin

Asticky,sap-basedsubstance.

RipCut
Inaradialsaw,acutmadewiththebladeparallelto

thefenceandperpendiculartothearm(canbeacross
orwiththegrain),Theteethpointupatthepointof

contactwiththewood.
SawbladePath

Theareadirectlyinlinewiththeblade-- over,under,
behind,orinfrontofit,Also,theworkpieceareawhich

willbeorhasbeencutbytheblade,
Set

Thedistancethatthetipofthesawbladetoothisoff
setfromthefaceoftheblade,

Throw-Back
Sawthrowingbackaworkpiecesimilartokickback,

ThroughSawing
Anycuttingoperationwherethebladeextends
completelythroughtheworkpiece.

TrailingEnd
Theworkpieceendlastcutbythebladeinaripcut.

Workpiece
Theitemonwhichthecuttingoperationis beingdone,

Thesurfacesofa workpiecearecommonlyreferredto
asfaces,ends,andedges,

Worktable
Thesurfaceonwhichtheworkpiecerestswhile
performingacuttingoperation,

WARNING:Topreventaccidentalstartingthat •
couldcausepossibleseriouspersonalinjury,

assembleall partstoyoursawbeforeconnecting

ittopowersupply.Thesawshouldneverbe •
connectedtothepowersupplywhenyouare
assemblingparts,makingadjustments,installing
orremovingblades,orwhennotinuse,

Carefullyremoveallpartsfromthecartonand

placethesawona levelworksurface,Separate

andcheckagainstthelistoflooseparts.

Donotdiscardthepackingmaterialsuntilyouhave

carefullyinspectedthesaw,identifiedallparts,and
satisfactorilyoperatedyournewsaw,

Note:Ifanypartsaredamagedormissing,donot
attempttopluginthepowercordandturnthe

WARNING:Ifanypartsaremissing,donot
operatethistooluntilthemissingpartsare

switchonuntilthedamagedormissingpartsare
obtainedandareinstalledcorrectly,

replaced.Failuretodosocouldresultinpossible
seriouspersonalinjury.

ThefollowingrecommendedaccessoriesarecurrentlyavailableatSearsRetailStores.

• Steelandcarbidetippedcircularsawblades • Adjustabletaperjig

• Holddownclamps • Sawdustcollectorshroud

• Sawbaskets • LaserGuide

,_, WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous,

11 rRI:IR'$MI:IN"RADIALSAW315.220100

Check all loose parts from the box with the list below, Use the instructions on the following pages to assemble.
All fasteners are shown actual size,

1, Saw Assembly .................................................... 1

SAWASSEMBLYSHOWNASPACKED

2, Elevating Handwheel 3,

A, Handwheel ..................................................... 1

B. Screw (10-24 x 5/8 in. Soc, Hd,) .................... 1

C. Star Washer ................................................... 1

Fig, 5

Blade Wrench ..................................................... 2

Hex Key

A, 3/16 in, Hex Key ............................................. 1

B. 1/4 in, Hex Key ............................................... 1

rRnFT._MnN RADIALSAW315.220100 12

Fig, 6A

Check aH bose parts from the box with the Hstbebw. Use the instructions on the following pages to assembb.

AHfasteners are shown actual size.

.

Saw Base to Leg Stand AssemMy

A. Saw AssemMy (not shown) ........................... 1

B, Leg Stand AssemMy (not shown) .................. 1

C, Hex BoUt(5/16-18 x 5/8 in, Hex Head) ........... 4

D, Washer (5/16 in.) ........................................... 8

E. Lock Washer (5/16 in.) ................................... 4

F. Hex Nut (5/16-18) ........................................... 4

9. Fence .................................................................. 1

(D@@

D E F

. Hardware for Front TaMe

A. Front TaMe ..................................................... 1

B. Screw (1/4-20 x 1 in.) ..................................... 4

C. Washer (1/4 in.) ............................................. 4

D. Lock Washer (1/4 in.) .................................... 4

E. Hex Nut (1/4-20) ............................................ 4

A

C D E

11. Scab Indicator

A. Screw ............................................................. 4

B. Speed Nut ...................................................... 2

C. hdicator ......................................................... 2

D. Switch Key ..................................................... 2

A

C

b

13 CRnFT$MRN' RADIAL SAW315.220100

D

Fig. 6B

Check aH Uooseparts from the box with the Hst beUow.Use the instructions on the following pages to assemMe.
AHfasteners are shown actuaUsize,

12. TaMe Support

A. TaMe Support Rails ....................................... 2

B. Square Head BoUt(5/18-18 x 3/4 in.) ............. 4

C. Fiat Washer (5/18 in.) .................................... 4

D. Lock Washer (5/16 in.) .................................. 4

E. Hex Nut (5/18-18) .......................................... 4

©

B C

D E

15. Leg Stand ........................................................... 1

A. Leg ................................................................ 4

B. Long Bottom Brace ....................................... 2

C. Long Top Brace ............................................ 2

D. Short Bottom Brace ...................................... 2

E. Short Top Brace ............................................ 2

F. Foot ............................................................... 4

G. Screw (1/4-20 x 5/8 in.) .............................. 40

H. Star Washer ................................................ 40

[. Hex Nut (1/4-20) ......................................... 40

J. Hex Nut (3/8-16) ........................................... 8

o o

A

o

i

B

C

14. Operator's ManuaU(not shown) .......................... 1

D

o o

°1

0

o

E

G

CRnFTSMRN_RADIAL SAW315.220100 14

Fig. 6C

The following tools are needed for assembly and alignment. They are not included with this saw.

LEVEL

HEXKEYS:

5/32in. AND 1/8in,

MEDIUMFLATBLADE SCREWDRIVER

PHILLIPSSCREWDRIVER

PENCIL

SMALLHAMMER

CHANNELLOCKPLIERS

FRAMINGSQUARE

PUERS

15

Carriage Lock

CONTRO_UT

]

C

_R3W_E10 inch Radial Arm Saw "_

00RPM 120/ 240VOLTS13/ 6.5Amp60Hz AC0NLY I

NSERVICING,USE ONLYIDENTICALCRAFTSMAN |

LACEMENTPARTS. !

I MODEL 315.220100 BER. NO. _1

I MADEINTAIWAN / _ _ _I

SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO. L -- _ 43F1

_.Customer He/p _ 1-800-932-3188J

CRRFTSHRH

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A WARNING/ ADVERTENCIA

For your own safety, Read and understand

owner's manual before operating saw.

• This tool has more than one connection to the
power source.

•To reduce the risk of electrical shock or injury,
disconnect all power connections

• When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts.

• Para su seguridad, lea y entienda el manual del
propietario antes de operar la sierra.

i P R O IOHAL i

6e Rotatio/)

I Rip Feed Direction >

CRRFTSHRWRADIALSAW315.220100 16

_, WARNING/ ADVERTENCIA

O • Fory0ursafety,don0tteedripmaterialinto

sawfromthisdirection.

• Parns, seg,ridad,nointrodnzcnelmaterialq,e

vayaacortnrenlasierradesdeestesdirecci6n.

Control C

Speed Adjustment /

On I
Off O

ADVERTENCIA

,_ WARNING

G J° _oryoursafety,readownersmanualbeforeoperating

f • Wearsafetygoggles.

jf • Donotperformfreehandcuts.

J • Returncarriagetofull rearpositionaftereachcrosscut.

J ° Seeinstructionsonhowtoreducetheriskofkickback.

j" • Whenripping,usepushstickwhenbladeis set2 inchesormorefrom

j" fence.

J • Whenripping,usepushhlockandauxiliaryfencewhenbladeissetbetween

f 1/2and2 inchesfromfence.Donotmakeripcutsnarrowerthan1/2inch,

_' • Keephandsoutofpathof blade,
Io Donotreacharoundsawblade.

Io Turnpoweroffandwaitforbladetostopbeforemovingworkpieceor
I changingsettings.

I'Unplug sawbeforechangingthebladeorservicing.
_. Parasuseguridad,leayentiendael manualdelpropietarioantesdeoperarlasierra.,

A WARNING

ADVERTENCIA

• Read and understandowners manual
before operating saw.

• For your safety, do not use
accessorieswithout proper guarding.

• Provide proper workpiece support

• Position cutting tool behind the

fence.

• With power off and switch key
removed, turn cutting tool by hand to

make sure it does not strike guard,
fence or any other saw parts.

• Para su seguridad, lea y entienda el
manual del propietario antes de

operar la sierra.

17

I

\

LOCKED

UNLOCKED

PIVOT_III I_

Fig, 8B

rRRFTSMRN+RADIALSAW315.220100

KNOW YOUR RADIAL SAW

See Figure 9A.

OVERVIEW - The main operating components include
the column, the arm, and the yoke assembly (yoke,
motor, and blade), and their operation is summarized
in the paragraph below. Safety features and control
functions are given also. Spending a few minutes
reviewing the illustrations and features list below and
on the following pages to locate these items will make
assembly easier.

METHOD OF OPERATION oThe cotumn at the back
of the saw supports the radial arm. The arm can be

raised or lowered to change the blade height or
swiveled left and right for a miter cut. A yoke fits into
a carriage on the arm, which can travel back and
forward. The yoke supports the yoke assembly
(motor, blade, and blade guard) and can be pivoted
so the blade faces right, front, or left. The motor can
be rotated to change the blade angle.

Control functions include 1) column height [elevating
handwheel], 2- arm angle [arm lock knob], 3- yoke
movement on arm [*carriage lock knob] 4- yoke
rotation [*yoke pivot latch and *yoke lock handle] and,

5) blade bevel [*bevel index lever and *bevel lock
knob].

Safety features include the control cut device, the
removable switch key, and the blade guard assembly.

Never operate the saw without ensuring these safety

features are in place and functioning correctly.
On a radial saw, "cross cut" means a cut parallel to

the arm, and a "rip cut" is perpendicular to the arm.
There are several ways to make cuts, depending on
the size and material of the workpiece and the end

result desired.

Before attempting to use your saw, familiarize yourself
with all operating features and safety requirements of
your Sears Craftsman Radial Arm Saw.

*Shown on following pages

SWITCHAND

BLADEANB

BLADE

ELEVATING

HANDWHEEL

ARM LOCKKNOB

YOKE

CONTROL

CUTHOUSING

CARRIAGE

ANDCOVER

COLUMN

CP,nFI'SMAN_RADIAL SAW315.220100 18

Fig. 9A

FEATURES LiST

See Figures 9A - 9D.

ADJUSTABLE TABLES - A narrow spacer table and
wider rear table that can be repositioned or even
replaced with different tables. See Figure 9C.

ANTI-KICKBACK PAWLS - Toothed pawls that snag
the work in case of kickback during rip cuts. (When
the blade is parallel to the arm, the pawls are in front
of the blade.) Keep the pawls in place to reduce risk
of injury. See Figure 9D.

ARM - The assembly extending from the column,
which supports the yoke, the motor, and the blade.

See Figure 9A.

ARM LOCK KNOB - Controls arm angle. Use to set
the arm to the positive stops at 0°,45 ° left, and 45 °
right and to lock the arm in place. Located on top of
arm at front. See Figures 9A and 9B.

BEVEL INDEX KNOB - Controls the blade angle
between positive stops at 0°,45 °, and 90 °. Located
behind the handle. See Figure 9B.

BEVEL INDEX SCALE - Shows the blade angle for
bevel cuts and is located behind the handle. See

Figure 9B.

BEVEL LOCK LEVER - Sets and locks blade angle, it
is located below the handle. See Figure 9B.

BLADE - For maximum performance, use the Crafts-
man 40-tooth, 10 in. carbide-tipped blade provided

with your saw. It is a high-quality combination blade

suitable for ripping and crosscut operations. Blades
recommended for other operations are listed in the

Accessory section of this manual. The blade is

powered by the main motor and turned off by the
switch. See Figure 9D.

WARNmNG: Use only blades rated for at least
5,000 rpm and recommended for use on this
saw. Check with your nearest Sears retail store.

BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY - Protective unit over
the blade, with a riving knife, anti-kickback pawls, an

upper blade guard, a lower outer blade guard, and a
lower inner blade guard. Always keep each item in
place unless specifically instructed to move it. See

Figures 9A and 9D.

BLADE GUARD CLAMP SCREW - Secures the
blade guard to the motor. Located between the blade

and the motor. See Figure 9D.

MITERSCALE

ARM LOCK KNOB

BEVEL

INDEXKNOB

BEVEL

INDEXSCALE o

YOKE

YOKEPIVOTLATCH

RIP

SCALE{S)

COLUMNTUBE

YOKE

LOCKHANDLE

i

COLUMNSUPPORT

\ ° o

BEVEL <>

__:__V ER MOTOR

19

CARRIAGE- Slides along track under arm and

supports yoke. Contained in two carriage covers, one
on each side of the arm. See Figure 9C.

CARRIAGE LOCK KNOB - Controls whether the
carriage is locked or can travel. Located on the left

side of the arm on the carriage cover. See Figure 9C.
COLUMN - Upright housing at the back of the saw,

consisting of a column support and a column tube.
The column tube can be raised or lowered with the

elevating handwheel at the front of the saw. See

Figures 9A and 9B.

CONTROL CUT DEVICE - Limits carriage speed to
prevent climb, using a cable from the carriage to the
column. Has a separate motor on left side, which is
activated by the switch trigger in the handle. The
cable returns the carriage to the column when the
motor is not activated. Speed is adjusted with a
thumbwheel on the handle. It runs on a separate

120V AC single voltage circuit. See Figure 9C.

WARNING: When connecting only one of the

cords, squeeze the switch trigger in the handle. If

the main motor cord alone is connected, the
switch trigger in the handle will not operate the

control cut device. The carriage cannot be

advanced without power to the control cut device.

DUAL VOLTAGE - If needed, your main power
source may be rewired by a qualified electrician to
provide a 240V AC circuit. See the Electrica! section.

DUST GUIDE - Directs sawdust, created from the cut
being made, in the direction you set. Located at the
rear of the upper blade guard. See F(gure 9D.

ELEVATING HANDWHEEL - The handwheel below
the worktable (in front) that changes the height of the

arm and the blade. See Figure 9C.

FENCE - Removable guide for work, which extends
across width of table. See Figure 9C.

FRONT TABLE - Fixed portion of the worktable that
supports the work. See Figure 9C.

HANDLE - Used to pull the yoke assembly. Mounted
on the yoke to the right of the blade. See Figure 9C.

HOLD DOWN - A metal guard to control workpiece
climb during rip cuts. When blade parallels arm, hold
down is over the back of the blade. See Figure 9D.

HOLD DOWN KNOB - Controls placement of the hold
down and locks it in place. See Figure 9D.

MITER SCALE - Shows the miter angle setting of the
arm. See Figure 9B.

CONTROL

CUTMOTOR

CONTROL

CUTCABLE

REAR

TABLE

SPACER

TABLE

FEN_

TRACK CARRIAGE CARRIAGE

LOCKKNOB ANDCOVER

SWITCH

AND KEY

CONTROLCUT
THUMBWNEEL

FRONTTABLE

HANDLE

ELEVATING

NANDWNEEL

CP,nFI'SMAN_RADIAL SAW315.220100 20

Fig. 9C

MOTOR (13.0/6.5 AMP) - Powers the blade and is
controlled by the switch and key at the front of the
arm. The powerful induction motor has a capacitor
start, it is mounted in the yoke and rotated with the
bevel index knob and bevel lock lever. See Figure 9B.

RIP SCALES - Show the distance from the fence to

the blade. (In-rip scales are on the right side of the
arm, and out-rip scales are on the left side.) Upper

scales show the distance with the fence beside the
front table. Lower scales show the distance with the

fence in farthest back position. See Figure 9B.

RIVING KNIFE OR SPREADER - Located directly in
front of the blade and beside the anti-kickback pawls,
the riving knife keeps cut edges from binding during
rip cuts. See Figure 9D.

RIVING KNIFE BRACKET - Allows adjustment of the
riving knife. Located midway along the riving knife.

See Figure 9D.

RIVING KNIFE KNOB - Adjusts the riving knife and
locks both the pawls and the riving knife in place.

Located toward the top and front of the blade guard.

See Figure 9D.

SWITCH TRIGGER - Used to power the control cut
device to allow yoke assembly to be pulled forward.
Mounted in the handle. See Figure 9D.

SWITCH WITH KEY - Powers the blade motor.
Placed on the front of the arm for easy access. To

lock the switch once it has been pressed to OFF,
remove the yellow key. Place the key in a location that
is inaccessible to children and others not qualified to
use the tool. See Figures 9A and 9C.

YOKE - Supports the blade and motor. Can be
pivoted to index the blade between rip and cross cuts.
Located between the carriage and the motor. See

Figure 9B.

YOKE PIVOT LATCH - Indexes the yoke (after it is
released) to position the blade to face right (out-rip
cut), front (cross cut), or left (in-rip cut). Located on
the right carriage cover. See Figure 9B.

YOKE LOCK HANDLE - Releases the yoke to allow
indexing for rip cut or cross cut. Located below the
yoke, on the right. See Figure 9B.

DUSTGUIDE

HOLDDOWN

HOLD

DOWN KNOB

UPPER

BLADE GUARD

LOWER

BLADEGUARD

BLADEGUARD

CLAMPSCREW

SWITCH

TRIGGER

RIVING

KNIFEKNOB

RIVINGKNIFE

RIVING

KNIFEBRACKET

0

21

BLADE

Assembly is best done in the area where the saw will
be used. When you remove the saw and hardware
from the packing materials, carefully check the items
with the Loose Parts list. If you are unsure about the
description of any part, refer to their illustrations. For
your convenience, all fasteners have been drawn
actual size. If any parts are missing, delay assembling
until you have obtained the missing part(s).

Your radial arm saw is capable of a wide variety of
operations, and thus requires a number of initial setup
adjustments. However, once the saw is set up, you
can check your saw in about ten minutes and correct
any misalignment with the procedures in the Adjust-

ment section.

CAUTION: Perform all the procedures in both

the Assembly and Adjustments sections before

using the saw. Run a check on your saw

frequently, referring to the Adjustments section.

Failure to perform the adjustments in the initial

set up or on a frequent basis can result in poor

performance or machine damage.

ASSEMBUNG LEG STAND

See Figures IOA - 10C.

[] Take the following hardware from the hardware

bags in the leg stand carton:

40 truss head screws (1/4-20 x 5/8 in.)
40 star washers (114in.)
40 hex nuts (1/4-20)

[] Take the following hardware from the remaining

hardware bags in the leg stand carton:

4 leveling feet

8 large hex nuts (3/8-16)

[] Obtain four legs and eight braces from the leg

stand carton. See the Loose Parts section.

[] Place a 3/8-16 hex nut on each leveling foot and

insert leveling feet into the bottom of the legs. Cap
with remaining 3/8-16 hex nuts but only finger
tighten. See Figure fOA.

[] Place a short upper brace inside two of the legs

(wide end of legs up) and align the three holes in
the brace with the holes in the legs.

[] Insert the screws. Add the star washers and 1/4-20

hex nuts. Finger tighten.

[] Install a short lower brace on the legs.

See Figure fOA.

[] Repeat for the other end assembly.
[] Connect the leg sets with a long upper brace. Add

the hardware and finger tighten. Repeat for the
other side brace, then install the long lower braces.

See Figure fOB.

[] Tighten all screws, washers, and nuts with a 7/16

in. wrench and as needed a #2 phillips screwdriver.

[] Move the leg stand to the desired location. Using a

level, adjust the leveling feet by raising or lowering
the bolts with a 9/16 in. wrench.

[] When the leg stand is level, securely tighten all four

nuts with the wrench.

[] Your leg stand is now completely assembled and

ready for use. See Figure 10C.

UPPERBRACE

\' /

\ \

\/ //

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SHORT

LOWERBRACE

HEXNUT

LEVELINGFOOT

(3/8-16)

CRRFT_MRNRADIALSAW3t5.220100

SHORT

BRACE

_TAR

WASHER

TRUSS

HEADSCREW

HEXNUT

(lb-20)

Fig. 10A

22

LONG

LOWERBRACE

Fig. 10B

Fig. 10C

MOUNTING SAW TO LEG STAND

See Figure ! 1.

ATTACHUNG ELEVATING HANDWHEEL

See Figure 12.

_ WARNING: Firmly bolt the saw to the leg stand

to keep the saw from tipping, walking, or sliding.

[] Locate the following hardware from a small hard-

ware bag:
4 hex bolts (5/16-18 x 5/8 in.)

4 Iockwashers (5t16 in.)
8 flat washers (11/32 in.)
4 hex nuts (5/16-18)

[] Place the saw on top of the leg stand so the holes

in the saw base line up with the holes on top of the
leg stand braces.

[] Put a washer on a screw, and put the screw and

washer into the hole in the saw base. Cap with
another washer, then a lockwasher and a hex nut.

Hand tighten the set.

[] Install the other three sets and securely tighten aft

four sets with a 1/2 in. wrench.

WARNING: Be sure the main power cord of
your saw is unplugged. Ignoring this precaution

could result in serious injury. Do not perform the

following steps unless the saw is unplugged.

The elevating handwheel adjusts the height of the
radial arm and the blade.

[] Take the handwheel, star washer, and screw

(10-24 x 5/8 in. Soc. Hd.) from the hardware bag.

[] Place the handwheel on the end of the elevating

shaft, which extends from the front of the saw base.

[] Place the star washer on the screw and thread

screw into the end of the shaft.

[] Securely tighten the screw with a 5/32 in. hex key.
[] Raise or lower the arm by turning the handwheel.

SAW

BASE

SAWBASE

LEGSTAND

HEXBOLT

NUT

Fig. 11

LEG

STAND

SHER

}HER

ELEVATING

SHAFT

HANDWHEEL

SCREW

STARWASHER

!

23

INSTALUNG THE YOKE ASSEMBLY

See Figures 13A- 13C.

The yoke rides in the carriage below the arm and
supports the motor, the blade guard, and the blade.

Install the yoke assembly from the front of the arm.

[] Remove the carriage stop screw and lockwasher

from below the front of the arm with a 1/4 in. hex

key. See Figure 13A.

ARMVIEWEDFROMBELOW

LOCKWASHER

__CARRIAGE STOPSCREW

1/4in. HEXKEY Fig. 13A

[] Remove the arm cap screws and arm cap from the

front of the arm with a phillips screwdriver. See

Figure 13B.

FORCLARITY,CARRIAGECOVERSANDCARRIAGELOCK

KNOBARE NOTSHOWNINILLUSTRATION

ARMLOCKKNOB

BEARINGS(4)

CARRIAGE

YOKE

CARRIAGE ARM

LOCKKNOB

ARM LOCKKNOB

ARMcAP

' I

i !

Fig. 13B

[] Remove and discard the two motor setscrews in

the bottom of the motor. They are for shipping

purposes only.

[] Using the elevating handwheel, raise the arm 3

inches and remove the packing material.

[] Lock the arm with the arm lock knob, located on top

of the front of the arm, so the arm doesn't swing
while you are mounting the yoke assembly.

[] Pick up the yoke assembly and carefully slip it onto

the carriage track below the arm. Keep it parallel
with the arm so bearings slide in smoothly. See

F_gure !3C.

CARRIAGECOVER Fig. 13C

Reinstall the carriage stop screw, the Iockwasher,
arm cap, and arm cap screws. Tighten all screws
securely.

_ WARMNG: Once the yoke assembly is on the

carriage track, reinstall the arm cap, the arm cap

screws, the carriage stop screw, and the

lockwasher. Do not risk serious injury or damage

to the saw by failing to replace these parts.

[] Tighten the carriage lock knob, on the carriage

cover on the left of the arm, to lock the yoke
assembly in place.

CRRF[_MRN RADIALSAW 315.220100 24

REMOVING THE BLADE

See Figure 14.

Remove the blade and blade guard assembly during
setup for safety and better access. The blade guard
includes an upper blade guard, an outer lower guard,
and an inner lower guard. The lower inner guard
consists of two overlapping slotted metal strips. The
strips are held together with a retaining screw and a
nut. Locate these items before beginning the proce-

dure.

,_ WARNING: To prevent accidental contact with

the blade that could result in injury, remove the

blade and blade guard before making setups
involving the blade arbor and work stand. Use

the blade wrenches provided with your saw.

[] Remove the retaining screw and nut at the bottom

of the lower inner blade guard.

[] Loosen the guard clamp screw, a long thumbscrew

between the blade guard and the motor.

[] Rotate and lift the guard assembly up and over the

blade, then remove it.

[] Hold the blade arbor (motor shaft) with one of the

two blade wrenches provided. Put the other blade
wrench on the blade nut and turn it clockwise

(down), since the blade arbor has left hand threads.

[] Remove the blade nut, outer blade washer, saw

blade, and inner blade washer. Set these items
aside until all the tables have been installed and the

front table is level.

ATTACHING TABLE SUPPORTS

See Figure 15.

The table supports are a base for the three wooden
table sections and fence.

[] Locate the two table supports and the following

hardware:

4 square head bolts (5t16-18 x 3/4 in.)
4 Iockwashers (5/16 in.)
4 hex nuts (5/16-18)
4 fiat washers (5/16 in.)

[] Attach the supports to the side of the saw base.

There are holes in both sides of each support. The

long side of each support (with the slotted holes)

fits against the saw base.

[] Use two square head bolts per support, inserted

from within the saw base outward.

[] Place a flat washer, a lock washer, and a hex nut

on the end of each screw.

[] Position table supports so that bolts are approxi-

mately centered in slotted holes.

[] Finger tighten or snug with a 1/2 in. wrench only at

this time. Final adjustments will be made later in

Leveling The Table Supports section.

TABLE FLAT

SUPPORT WASHER

SQUARE

BEADBOLT

THUMBSCREW

RETAINING

SCREWANDNUT

TO

LOOSEN

ARBOR

BLADEGUARD

BLADENUT

:,,,_TI INNERBLADE

WASHER

GHTEN

TO

}t BLABE

¢, WRENCH(2)

&

Fig. 14

TABLE

SUPPORT

25

SETTING THE ARM LOCK KNOB

See Figure 16.

it may be possible to move the arm when locked, if
the arm lock knob is too loose. If the arm does not

move freely when unlocked, the arm lock knob may

be too tight. Use this procedure to check and set the
arm lock knob by turning the arm lock wheel (under
the carriage arm).

[] To release the arm lock knob, located on top of the

arm at the front, pull the arm lock knob forward until
the spring is compressed.

[] While holding the arm lock knob forward, swing the

arm 30° to the left or the right, referring to the miter
scale on top of the column.

[] Lock the arm in place by pushing the arm lock knob

back until it pops in the locked position.

[] Apply a reasonable amount of pressure on the arm.

The arm can be forced but if it moves easily, it
needs adjustment.

[] Locate the arm lock wheel.

[] Release the arm lock knob and turn the lock wheel

clockwise to tighten or counterclockwise to loosen.

[] Repeat above steps until the arm movement is

minimized when locked.

ARM LOCKKNOB ARM

TURNCLOCKWISE

STOPSCREW ARM TOTIGHTEN

LOCKWHEEL

Fig. 16

SETTING THE YOKE CLAMP

See Figures 17A - 17B.

The yoke clamp keeps the yoke from rotating on the

carriage when you want the saw blade to be station-

ary. Use this procedure to check and set the yoke

clamp.

[] Release the yoke lock handle (below the arm on

the right side) so the motor can be rotated.

[] Swivel the motor slightly. It should be at an angle in

between one of the preset positive stop angles.

ARMCAP MOTOR

YOKELOCK

HANDLE

YOKE

ASSEMBLY Fig. 17A

Lock the yoke lock handle. Grasp the motor with
both hands and apply reasonable pressure to see if
it slips. If it moves, reset the yoke lock handle as

follows.

Remove the arm cap screws and arm cap at the

front of the arm with a phillips screwdriver. See

Figure 13B.

Remove the carriage stop screw and Iockwasher

with a 1/4 in. hex key. Carefully slide the yoke

assembly forward and off the carriage.

[]

Place the yoke assembly in a spot where it will be
secure as you work on the top of the yoke.

[]

Release the yoke lock handle. Tighten the center
nut with a 15/16 in. wrench until the lock handle is

centered between the two legs of the yoke.

[]

Carefully replace the yoke assembly on the car-
riage arm track. Slide it back about halfway.

[]

Replace the carriage stop screw and Iockw'asher

followed by the arm cap and arm cap screws.

[]

Lock and test the yoke again. If it can be moved
repeat the procedure until it is secure.

_CENTER NUT

YOKELOCK

HANDLE

YOKE LEG

CRRF_',_MRNRADIALSAW 315.220100 26

Fig. 17B

SETTING THE BEVEL LOCK LEVER

See Figures 18A- 18C.

The bevel lock lever locks the blade at desired angles
other than the preset positive stop angles. The bevel

lock lever is preset at the factory but may need

readjustment after shipping or extended use. Check
for overtightness or looseness and make any neces-
sary adjustments as follows:

The bevel lock lever is located on the front of the yoke

assembly, near the bottom. It is attached to a clamp

bolt that controls the amount of tightness.

[] Pull the bevel lock lever forward to unlock it. Use

the bevel index knob (just under the handle) to
rotate the motor approximately 30°. Lock the bevel

lock lever.

[] if the bevel lock lever is difficult to lock, the clamp

bolt needs to be loosened. If the motor can be

forced out of position, the clamp bolt needs to be

tightened.

[] Remove the socket screw (under the bevel lock

lever) and star washer with a 1/8 in. hex key.

[] Use the bevel lock handle as a wrench to tighten or

loosen the clamp bolt. The clamp bolt has a right-
handed thread. Tighten it left to right.

[] When the bolt is correctly set, remove the bevel

lock lever from the clamp bolt and place it roughly
parallel to the yoke assembly.

[] Replace the socket screw and star washer. Re-

check the tightness of the bevel lock lever. Repeat
the steps above until the motor is secure when
locked, and the bevel lock lever fits squarely
against the yoke assembly.

m

CLAMPBOLT

I BEVEL

1/8in. BEXKEY ./_ LOCKLEVER

Fig. 18B

BEVEL

BEVEL INDEXKNOB MOTOR Fig. 18A

LOCKLEVER

/

BEVELLOCKLEVERiN

CORRECTLOCKEDPOSITION

Fig. 18C

27 t:RRFTSMnN RADIALSAW315.220100

TiGHTENiNG THE ARM AND COLUMN

See Figure 19.

There should be no play, vertical or horizontal, in the
arm relative to the column. If you can move the arm

up, down or sideways when the arm lock is unlocked,
use the following steps to tighten the arm.

Note: The arm should pivot only when the arm lock
knob is unlocked and pulled forward to compress the

spring.
[] Using a phiiJips screwdriver, remove the rear cover

screws (2) and rear cover from the back of the arm.
This uncovers the bolts on the column.

[] Tighten the top two bolts evenly until the arm is firm

and there is no vertical or horizontal movement.

[] Also check the two bottom hex nuts. It is not

necessary to tighten them as tight as the upper
bolts. However they should be tightened even and

snug.
[] Replace the rear cover and rear cover screws.
[] Tighten screws securely.

REAR

COVERSCREWS

ADJUSTING THE COLUMN TUBE

See fLgures20A - 20D.

The purpose of this procedure is to check whether the
inner coJumn tube is snug in the housing and to
remove any looseness. Looseness could result in a
poor cut or difficulty in elevating the carriage. The
coJumn tube is the upper portion of the column and

extends from the column support.

Note: It is critical to remove alJlooseness with this

procedure. If this procedure is not done correctly,
folJowing adjustments will be wrong and could result in

machine damage.
This procedure checks both the elevating action and

the rotating action. If a check does not show loose-
ness, do not perform the adjustment.

[] if the arm is not at 0° (straight forward), release the

arm lock knob, set the arm, and reqock the arm
lock knob.

[] Elevation Check: To check the elevation move-

ment, place your hand under the front of the radial
arm. Press upward on the radial arm. There should

be minimal play between the column tube and the
column support. The whole assembly should move

as one. See Figure 20A.

HEXBOLT (2)

HEXNUT(2)

REAR

COVER

COLUMN

SUPPORT

Fig. 20A

Fig. 19

CRRF[_MRN RADIALSAW 315.220100 28

[] Rotation Check: To check the rotation, hold the

front of the arm with one hand and grasp the top of

the column support with the other. Press the arm to
the side. if there is play between the column
support and the column tube, it needs to be ad=

justed. See Figure 20B.

COLUMNTUBE

X

COLUNNSUPPORT Fig. 20B

[] Elevation Adjustment: If the elevation check did not

show any play between the column tube and the
support, go to the rotation adjustment. OthenMse,
raise and lower the arm with the elevating hand=

wheel. Tighten the black screws on the right side of

the column support by 1/16th to l/8th of a turn.
Tighten the two silver screws on the left side
slightly more. You will need two 1/2 in. wrenches or
sockets. Turn the elevating handwheel again. If the
column tube binds, loosen the silver and black
screws and turn the handwheel again. See Figure

20C.

[] When the elevation is smooth, check for looseness

again by pressing upward on the front of the arm.
Repeat the previous step until elevation is smooth

with no play between the column tube and the

column support.

Elevation Adjustment

COLUMN

COLUMN 1 h _TUBE

SUPPORT_

SILVER .....

SILVER _ _] IF[_ _LA_R

SCREWS

Fig. 20C

[] Rotation Adjustment. Using a 3/16 in. hex key,

slightly tighten the two cap screws at the back of
the column support (left side) until no play shows

between the radial arm and the column. The cap

screws are indicated by arrows. See Figure 20D.

[] Recheck the rotation by holding the front of the

arm, grasping the top of the column support with
the other, and pressing the arm to the side.

Rotation Adjustment

CAP

SCREWS

ADJUSTING THE CARRIAGE BEARINGS

See Figures 21A - 21B.
Loose carriage bearings permit the blade to wander

slightly while cutting, which will result in a poor cut
and more wear and tear on the saw. Use the following

steps to check for tightness and to then adjust the

bearings if needed.
[] On the left side of the arm, remove the carriage

lock knob, the carriage cover screws, and the
carriage cover.

[] With one hand, grip the front bearing hard to keep it

still, and pull the carriage forward with the other
hand. The bearing should turn. if it stays still as the

carriage is moved, it needs to be adjusted.

CARRIAGESEARING

[] Use a 9/16 in. wrench to hold the eccentric screw

(top of bearing) and a 1/2 in. wrench to loosen the
nut below the bearing.

[] Turn the eccentric screw a partial turn as needed to

tighten the bearing.

[] Retighten the nut and repeat the second step to

test the tightness. Adjust it so the bearing turns
even against resistance when the carriage is

moved - but not so much that the carriage is difficult

to move and return it to its rear position.

[] Repeat for the left rear bearing.

Note: Adjust bearings on the left side only. Bear-
ings on the right side do not adjust.

[] Replace the carriage cover, carriage cover screws,

and carriage lock knob.

GRASPANDHOLD

CARRIAGESEARING

Fig. 21A

ECCENTRICSCREW

9/16in.

WRENCH

1/2in.

WRENCH

Fig. 21B

CRRFT_NRNRADIALSAW 315.220100 30

LEVEUNG THE TABLE SUPPORTS

See Figures 22A - 22B.

The table supports must be perfectly level.

[] Pull the bevel lock lever forward to unlock it. Use

the bevel index knob to rotate the motor so the
arbor shaft points down. Lock the bevel lock lever.

[] Release the arm lock knob to angle the arm. Begin

by positioning the arbor shaft over the back of the
highest table support. Normally this is the left side.

See Figure 22A.

[] Lock the arm lock knob and the carriage lock knob.
[] Using one of the blade wrenches as a feeler gage,

place it on the table support below the arbor shaft.

[] With the elevating handwheel, carefully lower the

motor until the shaft just touches the wrench. The

wrench should move with only slight resistance.

Securely tighten the back screw on the table
support.

[] Without changing the elevation, move the arm to

place the blade arbor over the front of table sup-
port. See Figure 22B.

[] Place the wrench below the shaft and check that

the clearance is the same. If not, adjust the table
support until it is the same. Securely tighten the

front screw.

[] Move the arm to the opposite side and repeat the

above procedure. When the opposite side is level,
recheck the first side to make sure that it is still

accurate and even.

[] Return the saw and motor to normal height and

position.

BLADE

WRENCHAT

FRONT

Fig. 22B

ARMLOCKKNOB

BEVEL

INDEXKNOB

BEVEL

LOCKLEVER

BLADEWRENCH

AT BACK

BLADE

ARBOR

LEFTSIDE

TABLESUPPORT

@_ RIGHTSIDE

TABLESUPPORT

ELEVATING

NANDWHEEL

31

Fig. 22A

CRRFT'SMnN°RADIALSAW315.220100

iNSTALLiNG THE FRONT TABLE

See Figures 23A - 23C.

Use this procedure to install the fixed front table.

The top of the table has counterbored holes, predrifled
from the top, around the center to attach the table, in
the center are a counterbored hole and a small hole,
which is not counterbored. They are used for raising
or lowering the center of the table until it is level.

[] Locate the front table and the following hardware:

1 tee nut
1 U-clip (1/4 in.)

1 setscrew (1/4-20 x 7/8 in.)

4 pan head screws (1/4-20 x 1 in.)

1 pan head screw (1/4-20 x 1-3/4 in.)

5 flat washers (5/8 in.)
4 lock washers (1/4 in.)
4 hex nuts (1/4-20)

[] Place the front table on a solid worksurface, with

the top surface face down. Place the tee nut in the

non-counterbored hole and tap it in place with a

hammer.

SETSCREW

_ SCREW

_ / _'_ REAROF

U-CLIP OVERTHiSHOLE

ALIGNU-CLIP

SAWBASE

Fig. 23B

[] Place the long pan head screw into the center hole

and thread into the U-clip. Do not tighten until the
table has been checked for evenness. See Figure

23A.

[] Place the setscrew through the small leveling hole

and thread into the tee nut, but do not tighten.

[] Put a 1 in. long pan head screw in the four remain-

ing holes and through the holes in the support.
Cap with a lock washer and hex nut. Tighten with a

7/16 in. wrench and phillips screwdriver. This
completes installation of the front table.

REAROFFRONTTABLE Fig. 23A

[] Snap the U-clip onto the front edge of the saw

base. Line up the hole in the U-cfip with the saw

base hole just to the left of the center notch in saw

base. See Figure 23B.

[] Place the table, top up, on the table supports so the

center counterbored hole lines up over the hole in
the U-clip.

[] Place a fiat washer in each counterbored hole.

1 in.

SCREW

SETSCREW

1-3/4in.SCREW

_ , !, FLAT

Z Z ! WASHER

HEXNUT

LOCKWASNER

Fig. 23C

CRRF[_NRN RADIALSAW 315.220100 32

LEVELING THE FRONT TABLE

See Figure 24.

If there are any high or low areas on the front table,

they should be removed by adjusting the leveling
screws in the center holes on the front table.

[] Place the rear table on its edge across the front

table to check for gaps.

[] Adjust gaps of Jessthan 1/32 in. in the center of

the table by turning the setscrew with a fiat blade
screwdriver until the setscrew touches the frame.

Then lightly secure the center pan head screw with
a phiJJipsscrewdriver.

[] For a gap of more than 1/32 in. in the center of the

table, raise the center by turning the setscrew
against the frame. Then lightly secure the center

pan head screw with a phillips screwdriver.

[] For a gap of more than 1/32 in. on the sides, lower

the center of the table by tightening the center pan

head screw with a phiJJipsscrewdriver. Then tighten
the setscrew.

PHILLIPSSCREWDRIVER

ONPANHEADSCREW

SETSCREW

JNSTALUNG REAR TABLE, SPACER

TABLE, FENCE, AND CLAMPS

See Figures 25A - 25C.

The placement of the tables and fence may need to
be changed for different cuts, depending on the size
of the workpiece and the position of the blade. The

fence should be installed next to the front table for
maximum depth capacity; it should be installed in the

middle for maximum cross cut capacity; and installed
all the way back for maximum rip capacity.

[] Locate the fence, the spacer table, the rear table,

and two unassembied clamps, which consist of the

following hardware:
2 cup washers

2 clamp brackets
2 square nuts

2 thumbscrews

[] Place the fence behind the front table, then the

spacer table behind it, and then the rear table

behind it.

[] Slip a square nut into the slot of each clamp

bracket.

[] Place a thumbscrew into the end of the clamp

bracket farthest from the slot. Thread it into the

square nut.

Note: If the screw is inserted in the wrong end of

the bracket, the clamp will not work.

[] Place the clamp bracket into the rectangle holes in

the table support. Hold the cup washer against the

rear table and turn the thumbscrew clockwise until
it snaps into the cup washer.

[] Tighten the thumbscrews to clamp the table sec-

tions into place.

REARTABLE FENCE

REARTABLE

FRONTTABLE

Fig. 24

SPACERTABLE FRONTTABLE

Fig. 25A

33 J:RRFTSM_JN°RADIALSAW315.220100

THUMBSCREW

CLAMP

BRACKET

SQUARENUT

CUP

WASHER

1

RECTANGLE

HOLE

CLAMPSHOWN

ASSEMBLED

SLOT

Fig. 25B

_NSTALUNG BLADE AND BLADE GUARD

See Figures 26A - 26C.

[] Collect the blade and hardware that were removed

earlier. Place the inner blade washer, saw blade,
outer blade washer, and blade nut on the blade
arbor. See Figure 26A. Note: The concave side of
blade washers go against the blade.

[] Hold the blade arbor with one wrench and rotate

the other blade wrench counterclockwise (up), to
tighten the blade nut. See Figure 26B. Note: Blade

arbor has left hand threads. Test the blade to make
sure it turns freely.

[] Use the bevel index knob (above the handle) and

the bevel lock lever (below the handle) to set and
lock the motor at 0°. The blade will be vertical.

[] Attach the blade guard over the blade so the riving

knife and pawls face front. See Figure 26A.

[] Tilt the guard approximately 45 down in the front,

place it over the blade, and rotate it to a horizontal
locked position.

[] Retighten the blade guard clamp screw, the long

thumbscrew located between the blade guard and
the motor.

[] Check that the guard is firmly seated in the groove

on the motor housing.
[] Tighten the guard clamp screw.
[] Replace the retaining screw and nut at the bottom

of the lower inner blade guard. See Figure 26C.

TO WASHER

LOOSEN

TO

TIGHTEN

CUP

TABLE

SUPPORT

Fig. 25C

THUMBSCREW BLADE GUARD BLADE

RETAINING

SCREWANDNUT

RIVINGKNIFE BLADENUT

ANDPAWLS

TO

LOOSEN_

BLADE

ROTATION

BLADE

ARBOR %'

iNNERBLADE

TO

TIGHTEN

BLADE

WRENCH(2)

WASHER

Fig. 26A

CRRF_',_MRNRADIALSAW315,220100 34

Fig. 26B

[] Orientinnerslottedmetalstripsothatitislocated

totheleftofouterslottedmetalstrip.

[] Topreventbinding,alignflatsofretainingscrewnut

inslotsofinnerslottedmetalstrip.

[] insertretainingscrewthroughouterslottedmetal

stripandthreadintoretainingscrewnut.Tighten
retainingscrewsecurely.

FLATS RETAININGINNERSLOTTEDJ

SCREWNUT METALSTRIPJ

AUGN R_V_NG KNIFE TO BLADE

See F_gures 2ZA _27C.

When ripping the riving knife must be centered with
the blade to ride in the middle of the kerr and keep it
from binding. Binding pinches the blade. Blade
pinching can cause kickback.

There are two pairs of anti-kickback pawls.

,_ WARMNG: Failure to use the riving knife, hold

downs, and anti-kickback pawls can allow

kickback. Kickback can throw the workpiece

toward the operator, resulting in serious injury.

RIVINGKNIFE ONTOPOFFENCE

TOOFARLEFTOF BLADE

Fig. 27B

between the motor and the column. Lock the yoke
lock handle.

[] With the elevating handwheeJ, lower the arm until

the blade just clears the table.

[] Support the lower outer blade guard and loosen the

carriage lock knob on the left of the arm. Move the
yoke back until the blade touches the fence. Reset
the carriage lock knob.

[] Loosen the riving knife knob, at the front of the

upper blade guard. Lower the riving knife to the
table and tighten the knob. If the knife rests against
the fence, with one set of pawls riding on the fence,
no adjustment is needed.

[] If the riving knife is on the fence or not touching it,

loosen the riving knife slotted nut (just above the
pawls, to the right). Correct the riving knife position
and retighten the cap nut.

[] Put the blade to the in-rip position by first loosening

the yoke lock handle, below the carriage on the

right. Then pull the yoke pivot latch (right side of

arm, on carriage) forward and rotate the yoke to the

left. This indexes the yoke 90 ° so the blade is

RIVINGKNIFETOOFAR

RIGHTOFFENCEANDBLADE

Fig. 27A

35

CORRECTALIGNMENTOF THERIVINGKNIFE

AND ANTFKICKPAWLS

CRRFT'$NnN°RADIALSAW315.220100

Fig. 27C

_NSTALLING RiP SCALE _ND_CATORS

See Figure 28.

The rip scale indicators on the arm show the distance
between the blade and the rip fence with the fence in
the front and rear positions. The upper scale is used
when the fence is positioned directly behind the front

table. The lower scale is used when the fence is at the
extreme rear, directly in front of the column.

The In-Rip Indicator is on the right side of the arm.
The Out-Rip indicator is on the left side of the arm.

[] Remove the following from a small hardware bag.

2 rip scale indicators
4 screws

2 speed nuts

[] On the left of the radial arm saw, remove the

carriage lock knob and spring.

[] Remove the two carriage cover screws and the

carriage cover.

[] insert a speed nut inside the carriage cover with the

flat side up. Place the scale indicator on top of the

carriage cover and attach with two screws. Se-
curely tighten screws.

[] Replace the carriage cover and tighten the carriage

cover screws.

[] Replace carriage lock knob and spring.
[] Repeat for the right side.

SCREWS

RIPSCALE

INDICATOR

CARRIAGE

SPRING

CARRIAGE

LOCKKNOB

To complete setting up your saw, continue with the
Adjustment procedures. The adjustments should be

checked regularly, depending on usage. Your saw will
provide accurate cuts with fine tolerances as long as

you protect the accuracy with frequent alignment

checks. The radial arm saw can perform a wide range

of high quality cuts.
The final step will be connecting the control cut

device. The control cut device offers many benefits.
As it increases operator control, it eliminates the risk

in a cross cut of the saw "climbing" out and over the
workpiece at the operator. Feed control of the blade
as it cuts through the workpiece increases, as does
the accuracy of the cut. The following adjustments

need to be completed before the control cut device is

connected.

SPEEDNUT

SCREWS

Fig. 28

Your radial arm saw is designed to perform a variety of

complex cuts with fine tolerances. A weekly alignment
check ensures that your saw can perform with precision.

It takes about ten minutes and the results is better
performance and a longer life for your saw.

Perform the checks in the order given. If you miss an

adjustment, go back to the missed adjustment and

repeat all steps from that point forward.

CRRF[_MRN RADIALSAW 315.220100 36

_ CAUTmON: Failure to check alignments and

perform the adjustments in the initial set up or on
a frequent basis can result in poor performance or
machine damage.

ALIGNING THE ARM FOR CROSS CUTS

See Figures 29,4 - 29C.
This procedure checks whether the arm is exactly 0°

for cross cut travel by checking the blade against the
table and the miter indicator. Remove the rear table,

spacer table, and fence, but leave the front table in
place. You will need a framing square, a 3/16 in. hex
key, and a pencil.

_ WARNING: Be sure the saw is unplugged

before performing these adjustments. Accidental
start-up could result in serious personal injury.

• First check the framing square by fitting one side
against the back edge of the table. Lightly draw a
line on the table along the edge of the square in

the middle of the table. Flip the square over. If the
edge still matches the line with no gaps or over-

laps, the square is true.

DRAWASTRAIGH1

LINEALONGTHISEDGE :

FRAMING

SQUARE

• Release the arm lock knob. Position the arm
straight forward (0°) and leave it unlocked.

• Lower the arm with the elevating handwheel until
the saw blade just clears the front table. Lock the

yoke lock handle (right side of saw, below yoke)
and the bevel lock lever.

• Place the framing square on the table and position
one edge of the square firmly against the back

edge of the table. Position the other leg of the
square against the blade until it rests beside but not
touching a tooth. With a pencil, mark beside this

tooth.

• Slowly move the yoke assembly forward and
backward along the arm and against the square

without rotating the blade. If the mark moves into or
away from the square, adjust the arm with the
following steps.

• At the back of the column, loosen the three set-

screws with a 3/16 in. hex key and position the arm
as needed to align with the framing square.

• Lock the arm lock knob and retighten the three

setscrews. Recheck the cross cut travel with the

blade against the framing square.

• Set the miter indicator on top of the column to 0°.

• Replace the fence, spacer table, rear table, and

table clamps.

REARCOVER

REMOVEDFOR

CLARITY

THERESHOULDBENOGAP HEREWHEN

SQUAREISFLIPPEDOVERTODOTTEDPOSITION

MITERINDICATOR

FRAMING

SQUARE

ELEVATING

HANDWHEEL

Fig. 29A

ARM

LOCKKNOB

/

SETSCREWS

YOKE
LOCK

HANDLE

SETSCREWS Fig. 29C

Fig. 29B

37 CRRFTSMRN_RADIALSAW315.220100

ALIGNING BLADE TO TABLE AT 0° BEVEL

See Figures 30A - 30D,

This procedure squares the blade to the table at 0°

bevel (vertical) so the blade angle will be accurate. If

the blade is not at 0° bevel, follow the steps below to

rotate slightly, You will need a framing square and a
1/4 in, hex key,

• Position the blade in front of the fence. Lower the
blade with the elevating handwheel until it just

clears the front table.

• Lock the following controls:

bevel lock lever below the handle,
carriage lock knob on the left side,

arm lock knob on top of the arm, and
yoke lock handle below the yoke, on the right.

• Stand a framing square on the table with the short
leg pointing up against the saw blade and the long
leg parallel to the fence, Place the square flat
against the blade between two teeth.

• If both the top and bottom of the saw blade are flat
against the square, no adjustment is needed,

• If the saw blade gaps at the top or bottom, remove
the bevel index cap by removing the two phillips
head screws (below the handle), You will see four

socket head screws,

• Loosen the socket head screws with a 1/4 in. hex
key, Rotate the motor slightly while holding the

square against the saw blade and table top,

• Slightly tighten each of the four screws and recheck
the blade and framing square,

ARMLOCKKNOB

• If there are no gaps, fully tighten each screw, If
there is still a gap, repeat the previous two steps.

• Check the bevel indicator on the yoke assembly

near the handle, It should read 0°. If it does not,
reset it by loosening the screws and rotating the

bevel index cap, Retighten the two screws,

• Loosen the carriage lock knob,

BLADESQUARETO TABLE

NOADJUSTMENTNEEDED

FRAMING

SQUARE

\

I

FRAMING

SQUARE

J

GAPj

BLADE

_ BLADE

TABLEj Fig, 30B

GAP

t BLADE

BEVEL

INDEXCAP

BEVEL

LOCK

LEVER

FRONTTABLE

rRnR'$MI:1N_RADIALSAW 315.2201O0 38

ELEVATING SOCKET BEVEL

HANDWHEEL Fig. 30A HEADSCREWS LOCKLEVER

GAP-ADJUSTMENTNEEDED Fig. 30C

BEVELINDEX

CAPREMOVED

Fig. 30D

SQUARING BLADE TO FENCE

See Figures 31A - 31C.

This procedure squares the miter angle of the blade to
the fence to reduce the risk of binding and kickback. If
the blade is not square to the fence, the yoke assem-
bly must be rotated slightly. Have a framing square, a

1/2 in. wrench, and a phillips screwdriver at hand. The

blade should be lowered to just clear the table.

Release the carriage lock knob.

• Release the yoke lock handle (below the yoke on
the right). With a 1/2 in. wrench, slightly loosen the

two hex bolts holding the yoke pivot latch.

• Rotate yoke assembly until the gap is eliminated.

• Lock the yoke lock handle. Retighten the two hex

bolts on the yoke pivot latch.

• Replace the carriage cover.

• Loosen the carriage lock knob and guide the yoke
assembly to the back of the arm.

,_ WARNING: The blade must be angled at 90 °to

the fence when the handle is at the front of the
saw. If not, kickback could result during a cross

cut. Kickback can cause serious injury by throw-
ing the workpiece toward the operator. In addi-
tion, a faulty miter angle on the blade can splinter
or burn the cut edges of the workpiece during
cross cuts or rip cuts.

• Use the arm lock knob to index and lock the arm in
0 °miter position (straight forward).

• Pull the yoke assembly forward to the front of the
arm. Lock the carriage lock knob.

• Place the short end of the framing square against
the fence. Rotate the square to 45° to the table.

Place the long edge across the flat surface of the
blade, below the center of the blade. (Do not place

the edge against a tooth.)

• Check whether the blade is flat against the edge for
the entire length or whether a gap is visible.

• If the blade needs adjustment, remove the right side
carriage cover with a phillips screwdriver.

ARMLOCKKNOB

SAW VIEWED

FROMABOVE

,

NEEDED BLADE

" _ _ADJUSTMENT

NOADJUSTMENTNEEDED

FENCE

FRAMINGSQUARE

Fig. 31A

FRAMING BLADE

SQUARE

FENCE

HEXBOLTS

39 CRRFTSNRH° RADIAL SAW315.220100

ADJUSTMENTNEEDED

YOKELOCKHANDLE

GAP-

Fig. 31B

Fig. 31C

PARALLELING BLADE TO TABLE

See Figures 32A - 32C.

This procedure squares the blade to the table at 90°

bevel so horizontal cuts will be accurate. This also
reduces kickback, as well as splintering and burning

of the cut edges of the workpiece. If the blade is not at
90 ° bevel, follow the steps to rotate the blade unit

slightly. You will need a framing square and a flat

blade screwdriver.

,_ WARNING: The blade must be perfectly

parallel to the table at the 90° reading on the
bevel scale. If not, kickback could result, as well
as splintering or burning the cut. Kickback can
result in serious personal injury as the workpiece
can be thrown at the operator.

• Use the arm lock knob to lock the arm in 0° miter

position (straight forward).

• Turn the elevating handwheel to raise the blade at

least 2 in. above the table.

• Release the bevel lock lever below the handle. Use

the bevel index knob, just under the handle, to turn
the motor to 90°. The blade will be horizontal. Lock

the bevel lock lever.

• Place the framing square with the short end hang-

ing down in front of the worktable and the long side
on edge under the blade.

• Lower the arm with the elevating handwheel so the

blade surface rests on the square. Turn the blade
slightly if necessary so the face of the blade, not a

tooth, lies on the square.

• Check whether the blade is flat against the edge
the entire length or whether a gap is visible. If you

can see a gap, adjust the blade to be at 90 ° bevel
to the table with the following steps.

• Unlock the bevel lock lever. Loosen the rear motor

mount nut, which holds the motor on the yoke.
Place a flat blade screwdriver in one of the slots,

and rotate the cam behind the nut to eliminate the
gap between the blade and the square.

• Retighten the nut.

• Tighten the bevel lock lever. Recheck the blade
and the square for any gaps.

• Raise the blade with the elevating handwheel to
approximately halfway up. Index the blade to a

vertical 0° bevel with the bevel index knob. Lock it
with the bevel lock lever.

ADJUSTMENT GAP

NEEDED

NOADJUSTMENT

NEEDED

BEVEL

LOCK

LEVER

FENCE

BLADE

/

FRONTTABLE

FRAMING_

SQUARE

Fig. 32A

rRRFTSMFINRADIALSAW315.220100 40

Fig. 32B

CAM

Fig. 32C

ALIGNING THE RIP SCALE INDICATORS

See Figures 33A - 33B.

The rip scale indicators on the arm show the distance
between the blade and the rip fence. The upper scale
is used when the fence is positioned directly behind

the front table, The lower scale is used when the
fence is at the extreme rear, directly in front of the

column.
The in-rip indicator and scale are on the right side of

the arm, The out-rip indicator and scale are on the left
side.

This procedure checks the indicators with the fence at
the back of the tables directly in front of the column.
The blade should be turned to the in-rip position to set
the rip scale indicator on the right side of the arm.
Then, the blade should be turned to the out-rip
position to set the rip scale indicator on the left side of
the arm, You will need a framing square.

• If the fence is not at the rear of the tables, place it
there.

• Turn the blade to the in-rip position by loosening
the yoke lock handle, below the arm on the right,
Then pull the yoke pivot latch forward and rotate
the yoke to the in-rip position, This indexes the
yoke 90 ° so the blade is between the motor and
the column, Lock the yoke lock handle.

• With the elevating handwheel, lower the arm until
the blade just clears the table.

• Loosen the carriage lock knob and guide the blade
back to just touch the fence, Tighten the carriage

lock knob.

• On the right side of the arm, check the lower in-rip
scale indicator, which should be set on 0 inches, If

it is not, loosen the screws and shift the indicator
until it reads zero, Tighten the screws.

• Loosen the yoke lock handle, Pull the yoke pivot

latch forward and rotate the yoke to the out-rip
position, The blade should be in front of (outside)

the motor and the column.

• Lay the framing square on the table with the short

edge against the fence and with the long side

toward the table front.

• Note the distance where the blade contacts the
framing square,

• On the left side of the arm on the out-rip scale,
check the rip scale indicator on the rear fence

position (lower scale), The rip scale indicator should
mark the same number as the distance measured

from the fence to the blade, If it does not, loosen
the screws and shift the scale until the indicator is

correct, Tighten the screws.

OUT-RIPSCALEONLEFTSIDEOFARM

RIP-SCALEINDICATOR

.... 10"

Front Fence Position _ 7

Ro.rFencePosition

,I,1,1,

IN-RIPSCALEONRIGHTSIDEOFARM

RIP-SCALEINDICATOR

YOKEPIVOTLATCH

/

CARRIAGELOCKKNOB

Fig, 33B

Fig, 33A

41 CRAFTSI4RN°RADIALSAW315.220100

INSTALLING CONTROL CUT DEVICE

See Figure 34,

Note: Before installing the control cut device, the yoke
assembly will travel back and forward on the carriage
by pulling the handle, After installing the control cut
device, the power cord for the control cut device must
be plugged in and switch trigger pressed to move the
yoke assembly and carriage on the arm,

,_ WARNING: Do not install the control cut device

until after all of the initial adjustments and
alignments are made to prevent accidental
starting of the saw that could result in serious
personal injury,

The control cut device offers many benefits, As it
increases operator control, it eliminates the risk in a
cross cut of the saw "climbing" out and over the
workpiece at the operator, Feed control of the blade
as it cuts through the workpiece increases, as does
the accuracy of the cut,

The control cut cable maintains a steady pull on the
carriage assembly from the column, This tension
keeps the assembly at the column, unless you
squeeze the switch trigger in the handle, The switch
trigger activates the motor to counter the pull of the

cable,
After a cut is completed, press the switch on the arm

off, then release the switch trigger to prevent further
forward motion, Hold the handle until the blade has

stopped rotating. The yoke assembly will not roll
forward unless you are squeezing the switch trigger,

The control cut power cord is designed to operate on
a single voltage AC circuit. The speed can be set with
a thumbwheel on top of the handle, The three speed
settings are described on the label located on the left
side of the control cut housing,

• Plug in the control cut cord, leaving the main power
cord disconnected, Squeeze the switch trigger to

confirm the control cut motor is receiving power,

• On the left side of the saw, remove the carriage
lock knob and spring. Remove the two screws that

attach the carriage cover and remove the cover.

• Replace the spring and carriage lock knob, Pull the
carriage assembly about halfway to the front.
Tighten the carriage lock knob,

• Squeeze the switch trigger in the handle with your
right hand and pull the spring loaded cable from the
column with your left hand. If you prefer to use a
pair of pliers, do not damage the cable.

Note: Do not to let the spring loaded cable clamp
slip out of your hand or pliers. If it slips past the

cable bracket and goes up into the control cut
motor housing, then disassembly of the control cut
assembly will be required to get it back out.

• Place the barrel fitting into the socket at the back of
the carriage assembly.

• Remove the carriage lock knob and spring, Replace
the carriage cover and screws, then replace the
spring and carriage lock knob.

• Set the speed thumbwheel, using the chart on page
53, If you are unsure of the proper speed setting,
use the lowest setting,

BARREL

FITTING

CARRIAGE

ASSEMBLY

,_ WARNING: Do not use the saw without the

control cut and blade guards in place unless
specifically instructed to do so. Otherwise

uncontrolled contact with the blade could occur,
resulting in personal injury,

,_, WARNING: Take great care when working with

either cord to ensure you have the correct one, If
you intend to unplug the main power cord but

remove the control cut cord instead, the
blade could be accidentally started and cause

injury.

rRRFTSMFINRADIALSAW315.220100 42

SOCKET Fig, 34

CHECK ALIGNMENT OF ARM AND BLADE

USING LASER

See Figure 35.

The laser can be used as a quick, accurate routine
check for the alignment of your Radial Arm Saw, The
saw should be aligned according to the procedures
outlined in the Adjustments Section of this manual,

• Using a two-foot length of 1 x 12 in, board and an
accurate framing square, draw a fine line perpen-
dicular to the edge of the board using the fence as
a guide. Position the marked board against the

fence,

• With the guard in place, align the blade arbor at the

CENTER of the width of the board.

• Raise the arm so that the blade is approximately

5 in, above the surface of the board.

• Tighten the carriage lock knob to prevent the
carriage from moving,

• Carefully start the motor and observe the red laser

line. By shifting the board, align the laser line with
the line you drew on the board. If the laser line
aligns parallel with the drawn line, the saw align-

ment is acceptable,

• When making adjustments to the radial arm saw,
use ONLY the procedures outlined in the adjust-
ments section of this manual, using a framing

square and the saw UNPLUGGED. Do not attempt
to perform adjustments while using the laser as an

indication of alignment.

• Save the board with the drawn line for future
routine alignment checks,

Fig. 35

43 CRAFTSI4RX_ RADIALSAW315.220100

BASIC OPERATION OF THE RADIAL ARM
SAW

A radial arm saw can be used for straight-line cutting
operations such as cross cutting, ripping, mitering,
beveling, compound cutting, and resawing. It can
make dado or molding cuts with special attachments,

This saw is designed to cut wood and wood composi-
tion products only,

The three-prong plug must be plugged into a match-
ing outlet that is properly installed and grounded
according to all local codes and ordinances, Improper
connection of the equipment can result in electric
shock, Check with an electrician or service personnel
if you are unsure about proper grounding, Do not
modify the plug; if it will not fit the outlet, have the
correct outlet installed by a qualified electrician, Refer
to the Electrical page of this manual,

TYPES OF CUTS

See Figure 36,

The radial saw makes cross cuts parallel with the arm
(across the grain), and rip cuts square to the arm (with

the grain). Each can be made with the blade vertical
or beveled, Instructions for making each kind of cut

are given later in this section,

,_ WARNING: All blades and cutting accessories

must be rated for at least 5,000 rpm to prevent
possible injury.

CROSS CUTS

RIP CUTS
Note: For ease of set-up, better accuracy, and your

safety, do not use the laser guide during any rip cuts.

In rip cuts, the yoke is rotated 90 °left or right and
locked in place, The wood must ride firmly against the
rip fence, There are two orientations of rip cuts - the
in-rip and the out-rip. The in-rip position provides
better visibility, Out-rip cuts can also be made with the

blade beveled,

In an in-rip cut, the yoke is rotated to the left, which
puts the blade in between the column and the motor,
The wood is fed from the right hand side,

In an out-rip cut, the blade is in front of the motor, and
the wood is fed from the left, Out-rip cutting is recom-
mended only when the blade is set 12 in, or more

from the fence.

,_, WARNING: Always make sure the blade guard

and anti-kickback pawls are in place and working

properly when making rip cuts to avoid possible
injury,

WARNING:, Always use a pushstick with small

pieces of wood, and also to finish the cut when
ripping a long narrow piece of wood, to prevent

your hands from getting close to the blade,

Q _ _CROSS CUT

Cross cuts are made parallel to the arm, The blade is
pulled along the length of the radial arm with the wood

secured, Q
There are several types of cross cuts, A cross cut

shows 0° on the miter scale (arm straight) and 0° on
the bevel scale (blade straight). A miter cut is made

with the radial arm angled and the blade straight, A
bevel cut is produced with the arm straight and the
blade angled.

A final type of cross cut is the compound cross cut.
Both the arm and the blade are angled. Be thoroughly 4_
familiar with making cross cuts, bevel cuts, and miter
cuts before trying a compound miter cut.

Note: In cross cuts, the blade teeth point down as
they strike the wood. In rip cuts, the teeth point up as
they strike the wood,

,_ WARNING: NEVER make a cross cut with the

.!

short edge of the wood parallel to the fence, Kick

back is likely to occur, causing the workpiece to
be thrown back at you, Treat such a workpiece

as a rip cut,

®

MITERCUT

BEVELCUT

COMPOUNDCROSSCUT

RIPCUT

__EVEL RIPCUT

CRRFTSMRN_RADIALSAW315.220100 44

Fig, 36

SWITCH AND SWITCH KEY

See Figures 37 - 39.
The main power switch has been placed on the front

of the arm for easy access. The yellow switch key
prevents accidental starting of the main power switch

when saw is not being used. To activate the switch,
insert the switch key and lift switch to ON position. To

lock the switch once it has been pressed to OFF,
remove the yellow key. Place the key in a location that
is inaccessible to children and others not qualified to

use the tool.

INSERTSWITCHKEY

Fig. 37

L

SWITCHON Fig. 38

CAUSES OF KICKBACK

Kickback can occur when the blade stalls or binds,
kicking the workpiece back toward you with great

force and speed. If your hands are near the blade,
they may be jerked loose and contact the blade.
Obviously, kickback can cause serious injury and it is
well worth using precautions to avoid the risks.

Kickback can be caused by any action that pinches
the blade in the wood, such as the following:

• Making a cut with incorrect blade depth

• Sawing into knots or nails in the workpiece

• Twisting the wood while making a cut

• Failing to support work

• Forcing a cut

• Cutting warped or wet lumber

• Misusing the saw

• Not following correct operating procedures

• Using the wrong blade for the type of cut

• Cutting with a dull, gummed-up, or improperly set

blade.

AVOIDING KICKBACK

• Always use the correct blade depth setting. The

outer point of the blade teeth should clear the lower
surface of the workpiece by 1/8 in. to 1/4 in. when

making these cuts.

• Inspect the work for knots or nails before beginning

a cut. Knock out any loose knots with a hammer.

Never saw into a loose knot or nail.

• Always use the fence when rip cutting. This helps

prevent twisting the wood in the cut.

• Always use clean, sharp, and properly-set blades.

Never make cuts with dull blades.

• To avoid pinching the blade, support the work

properly before beginning a cut.

• When making a cut, use steady, even pressure.

Never force cuts.

• Do not cut wet or warped lumber.

• Always hold your workpiece firmly with both hands

or with pushsticks. Keep your body in a balanced
position to be ready to resist kickback should it
occur. Never stand directly in line with the blade.

• Use the right type of blade for the cut being made.

• Use the riving knife and anti-kickback pawls when

performing rip cuts.

SWITCHOFF Fig. 39

45 I:RRFT,_MRN°RADIALSAW 315,220100

CUTTING AIDS

See Figures 40 - 42.

Cutting aids are used to improve the setup and help
make the operator's work safer and more accurate.
They can be made from scrap wood and in various
sizes and shapes for specific projects.

The basic types are pushsticks, pushblocks, and
featherboards. If the blade is set 2 in. or more from

the fence, use a pushstick. Use a pushblock when the
blade is between 1/2 in. and 2 in. from the fence. (If
the cut is narrower than 1/2 in., use a different saw.)

Refer to the drawings and instructions provided so

you can make safer and more precise cuts.

PUSHSTICKS

See Figure 40.

Pushsticks must be narrower than the workpiece, with

a 90 ° notch in one end and shaped for a grip on the
other end.

PUSHBLOCKS

See Figure 41.

A pushblock has an upright handle with a base
attached to the handle. Some pushblocks have a foot

that extends down from the base and against the
workpiece. The foot is attached to the base with glue
only to prevent damage to the blade.

FEATHERBOARDS

See Figure 42.

Featherboards are used for large panels, along with
an auxiliary table and a C-clamp. A featherboard has
an angled end to fit against the edge of the workpiece.

It is clamped in place so the workpiece moves be-
tween either the fence and the featherboard or the

table and featherboard. Slots in the end of the
featherboard help resist kickback and allow for

variations in the width of the workpiece.

,_ WARNING: Clamp the featherboard against the

infeed side of the workpiece. If clamped behind
the blade, it could squeeze the cut edges
together, causing binding and kickback. Kickback
can cause serious injury.

->

PUSHSTICKS Fig. 40

PUSHBLOCKS Fig. 41

o)

2

FEATHERBOARD Fig. 42

Note: The Pushstick designs above are for illustration
purposes only. They have not been drawn to scale,

CRRFTSMRN_RADIALSAW 315.220100 46

MAKING A CROSS CUT

See Figure 43.

Use this procedure to make a cut with the blade
vertical and straight forward, If a kerf does not exist for
the line of the cut (cutting path), follow the steps to

make one, Each cutting path requires its own kerf,

,_ WARNING: Make sure the blade guard is

lowered and is working properly to prevent
possible injury, Always raise the clear plastic
guard before changing the bevel or lowering the
blade to avoid damage to the guard,

WARNING: Keep one hand on the handle until
the blade stops rotating to prevent the risk of
injury.

• Put the fence in the front position (next to the front

table) and tighten the table clamps,

• Check that the control cut device is set for the

correct speed for the type of wood and cut you are
planning, Refer to the chart on the label and adjust
the thumbwheel on the handle accordingly,

• If the yoke is not in the cross cut position with the

blade parallel to the arm, release the yoke lock
handle (right side, under yoke). Position the yoke
correctly with the yoke pivot latch.

• If the arm is too low or too high, first lift the blade

guard if the arm is too low, and turn the elevating
handwheel at the front of the table. Set the blade to

just clear the kerf or table,

• If the arm is angled, release the arm lock knob on

top of the arm, position it straight ahead and lock
the arm lock knob,

• If the blade is angled, raise the plastic lower guard,

release the bevel lock lever, and set the bevel
indicator to zero, Retighten the bevel lock lever,

• If the blade is in front of the fence, loosen the
carriage lock knob on the left side of the arm.

Release the switch trigger and let the carriage
return to the back.

• If there is no kerf, cut one approximately 1/16 in.
deep, Grasp the handle and turn the saw on with
the switch on the arm, Squeeze the switch trigger
on the handle and pull the blade forward across the

table to make the kerf,

• Release the switch trigger and let the carriage

return to the back, Turn the saw off with the switch

on the arm but hold the handle until the blade stops

rotating, Adjust the height with the elevating
handwheel so the blade will rotate freely in the kerf.

• With saw behind the fence and workpiece against
the fence, turn on the saw and align mark with

laser. Clamp workpiece and make the cut,

• Position the workpiece against the fence, Place the

pawls and riving knife to clear the workpiece or the

fence, whichever is higher, by at least 1/4 in.

• Grasp the handle with one hand. With the other,
turn the saw on, then hold the workpiece down and
against the fence, Keep your hand well away from

the blade,

• Squeeze the switch trigger on the handle and pull
the blade through the workpiece but only far

enough to complete the cut, Keep your hand on the
handle, even after the cut has been made and the

saw turned off, until the blade stops rotating,

• After completing the cut, move the workpiece to the
side and turn off the saw with the switch on the

arm, Release the switch trigger on the handle and

let the yoke move back behind the fence. Do not
release the handle until the blade stops rotating.

ARMLOCK

HANDLE

CARRIAGE

LOCKKNOB

TABLECLAMPS

SWITCH

HANDLE BEVEL

;KLEVER

CROSSCUT

RIVINGKNIFE

ELEVATING

HANDWHEEL

Fig, 43

47 CRRFTSNRN"RADIALSAW315.220100

MAKING A MITER CUT

See Figure 44.

In a miter cut, the blade is vertical and the arm
angled, If a kerf does not exist for the cutting path,

make one (instructions below). Each cutting path
requires its own kerf,

,_ WARNING: Make sure the blade guard is

lowered and is working properly to prevent
possible injury. Always raise the clear plastic

guard before changing the bevel or lowering the

blade to avoid damage to the guard,

,_ WARNING: Keep one hand on the handle until

the blade stops rotating to prevent the risk of

injury,

• Put the fence in the front position (next to the front
table) and tighten the table clamps,

• Check that the control cut device is set for the
correct speed for the type of wood and cut you are

planning, Refer to the chart on the label and adjust

the thumbwheel on the handle accordingly,

• If the yoke is not in the cross cut position with the

blade parallel to the arm, release the yoke lock
handle and position the yoke correctly with the

yoke pivot latch on the right side of the arm.

• If the arm is too low or too high, first lift the blade
guard if the arm is too low, and turn the elevating

handwheel at the front of the table. Set the blade to

just clear the kerf or table,

• To set the angle of the arm, release the arm lock

knob on top of the arm. Use the miter scale above

the column to position the arm to the desired angle,
and lock the arm lock knob.

• If the blade is angled, raise the plastic lower guard,

release the bevel lock lever, and set the bevel
indicator to zero. Retighten the bevel lock lever,

• If the blade is in front of the fence, loosen the
carriage lock knob on the left side of the arm and

let the carriage move back.

• If there is no kerf, cut one approximately 1/16 in.
deep, Grasp the handle and turn the saw on with

the switch on the arm, Squeeze the switch trigger
on the handle and pull the blade forward across the

table to make the kerf,

• Release the switch trigger and let the carriage

return to the back. Turn the saw off with the switch

on the arm but hold the handle until the blade stops

rotating, Adjust the height with the elevating
handwheel so the blade will rotate freely in the kerf,

• Position the workpiece against the fence. Place the

pawls and riving knife to clear the workpiece or the

fence, whichever is higher, by at least 1/4 in.

• Grasp the handle with one hand, With the other,
turn the saw on, then hold the workpiece down and
against the fence, Keep your hand well away from

the blade.

• Squeeze the switch trigger and pull the blade
through the workpiece but only far enough to

complete the cut, Keep your hand on the handle,

even after the cut has been made and the saw

turned off, until the blade stops rotating,

• After completing the cut, move the workpiece to the
side and turn off the saw with the switch on the

arm, Release the switch trigger and let the yoke

move back behind the fence, Do not release the
handle until the blade stops rotating,

ARM

MITERSCALE

LOCKKNOB

YOKE

PIVOTLATCH

SWITCH

CARRIAGE

LOCK

YOKELOCK

HANDLE

BLADEGUARD

ERCUT

ELEVATING

HANDWHEEL

CRAFTSMAN_RADIALSAW315.220100 48

HANDLE

BEVEL

INDICATOR

BEVEL

LOCKLEVER

TABLE

CLAMP

Fig. 44

MAKING A BEVEL CUT

See Figure 45.

This procedure makes a cut with the blade and motor
angled and the arm straight (90 ° to fence), Ifthere is
no kerf, follow the steps to make one, Try this cut on
scrap wood before cutting your workpiece,

,A, WARNING: Make sure the blade guard is

lowered and is working properly to prevent
possible injury, Always raise the clear plastic
guard before changing the bevel or lowering the
blade to avoid damage to the guard,

,_ WARNING: Keep one hand on the handle until

the blade stops rotating to prevent the risk of
injury,

• Put the fence in the front position (next to the front
table) and tighten the table clamps.

• Check that the control cut device is set for the
correct speed for the type of wood and cut you are

planning, Refer to the chart on the label and adjust

the thumbwheel on the handle accordingly.

• If the yoke is not in the cross cut position with the

blade parallel to the arm, release the yoke lock
handle and position the yoke correctly with the yoke
pivot latch on the right side of the arm.

• If the arm is too low or too high, first lift the blade
guard if the arm is too low, and turn the elevating

handwheel at the front of the table, Set the blade to

just clear the kerf or table.

• If the arm is angled, release the arm lock knob on
top of the arm, position it straight ahead and lock

the arm lock knob.

• If the blade is in front of the fence, loosen the
carriage lock knob on the left side of the arm.

Release the switch trigger on the handle and let the

carriage return to the back,

• To set the blade angle, first raise the plastic lower
guard, Release the bevel lock lever, and position
the blade with the bevel index lever. Retighten the

bevel lock lever,
Note: For a 45 °or 90 °angle, the bevel index lever

will seat automatically at the preset positive stop

positions. For any other angle, use the bevel lock
lever,

• If there is no kerf, cut one approximately 1/16 in.
deep, Grasp the handle and turn the saw on with
the switch on the arm, Squeeze the switch trigger
on the handle and pull the blade forward across the

table to make the kerf,

• Release the switch trigger and let the carriage
return to the back. Turn the saw off with the switch

on the arm but hold the handle until the blade stops

rotating. Adjust the height with the elevating
handwheel so the blade will rotate freely in the kerf,

• Position the workpiece against the fence. Place the
pawls and riving knife to clear the workpiece or the

fence, whichever is higher, by at least 1/4 in,

• Grasp the handle with one hand, With the other
hand, turn the saw on, then hold the workpiece

down and against the fence, Keep your hand well
away from the blade.

• Squeeze the switch trigger on the handle and pull

the blade through the workpiece but only far

enough to complete the cut, Keep your hand on the
handle, even after the cut has been made and the

saw turned off, until the blade stops rotating.

• After completing the cut, move the workpiece to the

side and turn off the saw with the switch on the
arm. Release the switch trigger on the handle and

let the blade move back behind the fence, Do not
release the handle until the blade stops rotating,

B_EVELEDCUT

LOCKKNOB

ARM

SWITCH

HANDLE YOKELOCK

HANDLE

RIVING

ELEVATING

HANDWHEEL

Fig. 45

49 rRRFTSMRN"RADIALSAW 315.220100

MAKING A COMPOUND CROSS CUT

See Figure 46.

In this cut, both the blade and the arm are angled, Be
familiar with both bevel and miter cuts before making
a compound cut, Practice on scrap wood,

,_ WARNING: Make sure the blade guard is

lowered and is working properly to prevent
possible injury, Always raise the clear plastic

guard before changing the bevel or lowering the

blade to avoid damage to the guard,

,_ WARNING: Keep one hand on the handle until

the blade stops rotating to prevent the risk of

injury,

• Put the fence in the front position (next to the front

table) and tighten the table clamps,

• Check that the control cut device is set for the

correct speed for the type of wood and cut you are

planning, Refer to the chart on the label and adjust

the thumbwheel on the handle accordingly,

• If the yoke is not in the cross cut position with the

blade parallel to the arm, release the yoke lock
handle and position the yoke correctly with the yoke
pivot latch on the right side of the arm.

• If the arm is too low or too high, first lift the blade

guard if the arm is too low, and turn the elevating

handwheel at the front of the table, Set the blade to

just clear the kerf or table,

• To set the angle of the arm, release the arm lock

knob on top of the arm. Use the miter scale above

the column to position it to the desired angle, and

lock the arm lock knob,

• To set the blade angle, first raise the plastic lower

guard. Release the bevel lock lever, and position
the blade with the bevel index lever,

• Retighten the bevel lock lever.

Note: For a 45° or 90 °angle, the bevel index lever

will seat automatically at the preset positive stop

positions. For any other angle, use the bevel lock
lever.

• If the yoke is in front of the fence, loosen the
carriage lock knob on the left side of the arm.

Release the switch trigger on the handle and let the

carriage return to the back.

• If there is no kerf, cut one approximately 1/16 in,
deep, Grasp the handle, Turn the saw on with the

switch on the arm, Squeeze the switch trigger and

pull the blade forward to make the kerf,

• Release the switch trigger and let the carriage

return to the back. Turn the saw off with the switch

on the arm but hold the handle until the blade stops

rotating, Adjust the height with the elevating
handwheel so the blade will rotate freely in the kerf,

• Position the workpiece against the fence. Place the

pawls and riving knife to clear the workpiece or the

fence, whichever is higher, by at least 1/4 in.

• Grasp the handle with one hand, With the other

hand, turn the saw on, then hold the workpiece

down and against the fence, If necessary, slightly

raise the outer blade guard for clearance. Keep

your hand well away from the blade.

• Squeeze the switch trigger and pull the blade
through the workpiece but only far enough to

complete the cut, Keep your hand on the handle,

even after the cut has been made and the saw

turned off, until the blade stops rotating,

• After completing the cut, move the workpiece to the
side and turn off the saw with the switch on the

arm. Release the switch trigger and let the yoke

move back behind the fence, Do not release the
handle until the blade stops rotating.

MITERSCALE

YOKE

ARM PIVOTLATCH

SWITCH

HANDLE

YOKELOCK

BEVELLOCK

LEVER

BEVELED AND

CUT

CRAFTSMAN_RADIALSAW315.220100 50

ELEVATING

HANDWHEEL

CLAMPS

Fig, 46

RIP CUT HAZARDS AND PRECAUTIONS

Two hazards are specifically associated with rip
cutting: outfeed zone and wrong way feed,

In the outfeed zone (behind the blade), the blade
teeth point down. The slightest contact while the blade
is still spinning can snag clothing, jewelry, the work-
piece, or even skin, causing serious personal injury.

Wrong way feed occurs when the workpiece contacts
the blade from the outfeed side, It is very hazardous
and will jerk the workpiece violently, You could be cut
if you are holding the workpiece,

,_, WARNING: Failure to observe any of these

precautions can result in serious injury,

• The first precaution is, of course, simply to stay

completely away from the outfeed zone, Keep

hands away from the outfeed zone.

• Point the anti-kickback pawls away from the blade

teeth to snag a workpiece if the blade grabs, They
should be positioned to rest lightly on the
workpiece. The flat side of the pawls should be

level and horizontal.

• Set the riving knife to just clear the table,

• Set the hold down in front of the blade to just clear

the workpiece,

• Start and finish your cut from the infeed side,

• Push the workpiece past the pawls with push-

blocks and pushsticks to finish the cut,

• If the blade jams, turn the saw off with the switch

on the arm, remove the yellow key, and wait for the

blade to fully stop before freeing it,

• Make sure the blade is parallel to the fence and the

workpiece is not warped or twisted,

• Make sure no pressure is applied to the workpiece

on the outfeed side,

• Make sure the blade guard is lowered and is

working properly.

• Always set up the workpiece so the wider part of

the wood is between the blade and the fence, This
stabilizes the workpiece better,

• Do not release the workpiece until it has moved

past the pawls. Keep pushsticks firmly in place,

• Use pushsticks and pushblocks, not your hands,

when the trailing edge of the workpiece is within
3 in, of the blade. If the blade is set 2 in. or more

from the fence, use a pushstick. Use a pushblock
and auxiliary fence when the blade is between 2 in,
and 1/2 in, from the fence, (If the cut is narrower
than 1/2 in,, use a different saw.) For large panel

rip cuts, use a featherboard instead of pushblocks

or pushsticks. See the section on Cutting Aids.

SETTING UP A RIP CUT

See Figure 47,

Note: For ease of set-up, better accuracy, and your
safety, do not use the laser guide during any rip cuts,

A precise and safe rip cut requires a careful set up,
Before setting up for in-rip or out-rip, especially for a
bevel cut, try the workpiece in both placements.
Check for stability, visibility, and control, Test which
will give the best pushstick clearance,

Instructions are given for an in-rip cut. At certain
points, the instructions will vary for a bevel rip cut or
an out-rip process and will be enclosed in parenthe-
ses (example), Figure 47 shows an out-rip setup.

• Insert a solid fence with no kerfs. Use an auxiliary

fence if the blade will be set only 1/2 in. to 2 in,
from the fence, Tighten the table clamps,

• If the arm is too low or too high, first lift the blade

guard if the arm is too low, and turn the elevating

handwheel at the front of the table. Set the blade to

just clear the kerf or table,

• Change the blade angle if needed. Raise the plastic

lower guard to keep it from jamming, release the
bevel lock lever, and set the bevel indicator to zero,

(For a bevel rip cut, set the bevel indicator to
the desired angle.) Test the clearance on the
guard, Retighten the bevel lock lever,

SWITCH

HOLDDOWN

ELEVATING

HANDWHEEL

INFEEDFOR

INRIPCUTTING

Fig, 47

51 rRRFTSMRN_RADIALSAW 315.220100

• Put the blade in the in-rip position between the
motor and the column. Release the yoke lock

handle and pivot the yoke to the left, with the yoke
pivot latch on the right side of the arm, (Use the

out-rip position only for rips 12 in. or more in

width; pivot the yoke to the right so the motor

is between the blade and column.)

• Loosen the carriage lock knob, Place the blade the
right distance from the fence for the cut and lock
the knob,

• Cut a kerr. Turn the saw on with the switch on the
arm, Lower the blade about 1/16 in, into the table to

cut a shallow groove, Turn the saw off and remove
the yellow key,

• Position the workpiece against the blade, from the
front of the table, Lower the hold-down in front of

the blade to just clear the workpiece, (For a bevel
rip cut, place the workpiece directly under the

guard rather than beside the blade.)

• Loosen the pawls and riving knife. Lower the riving
knife to the table. Slide the workpiece back and

lower the pawls so that one set rests on the work-
piece, Lock the riving knife and pawls in place, (For

a bevel rip cut, place the workpiece under the
lower set of pawls.)

• Remove the workpiece from the table, Set the push
block, featherboard, or pushstick nearby,

• Set up table extension(s) and supports.

• Keep your other hand on the table and steady the
workpiece against the fence. Keep that hand at

least 8 in. from the blade,

• If the blade cover does not automatically rise as
the workpiece moves from the infeed to the out-

feed side, stop the cut, Turn off the saw and adjust
the blade cover so it rests on the workpiece,

• When the end of the workpiece is still several

inches from the blade, pick up the cutting aid you

selected earlier. Push the wood with the pushstick
or pushblock rather than your hand.

WARNING: Use a pushstick as the end of the
workpiece nears the blade to reduce the risk of

injury,

• Push the wood completely through the blade to the
outfeed, past the pawls,

• When the work is completed, press the switch off
and remove the key.

I_-I_ RIPCUT

SWITCH

,_ WARNING: Never use a person to support

workpieces, This can cause kickback and
serious injury. Never have someone stand at the

outfeed side,

MAKING A RIP CUT

See Figure 48,

• Review the Hazards and Precautions page.

• Do not make a rip cut without following all the setup
steps in the previous procedure,

• After the saw has been set up, insert the yellow
key, and turn the saw on with the switch on the
arm, Let the blade build up to full speed,

• Stand at the infeed side of the blade and out of the
line of the workpiece, in case kickback occurs.

_1, WARNING: Never stand directly in the line of

cut. Stand to the side to reduce the chance of
injury should kickback occur. Start and finish the

cut from the infeed side.

• With the hand closest to the fence, push the
workpiece under the hold down and into the blade,

ANTI-KICKBACK

PAWLS

INFEEDFOR

OUTRIPCUTTING

Fig. 48

CRAFTSMAN_RADIALSAW315.220100 52

MAKING OTHER CUTS

See Figures 49 - 50.

Variations from the basic cuts include cutting long
workpieces and non-through cuts.

When making one of the following cuts, follow the
instructions that apply for the basic cut, depending on
the position, shape, and size of the wood. Do not
attempt these cuts until you are skilled with the basic

cuts.

CUTTING LONG WORKPIECES

See Figure 49.

• Place a support the same height as the saw table
nearby for the cut work.

SUPPORTLONGWORKPIECES

,_, WARNING: Make sure the blade guard is

lowered and is working properly to prevent
possible injury.

,_, WARNING: Never put your hands within 3 in. of

the blade when it is on.

• Make sure the wood does not touch the blade
before you turn on the saw with the switch on the

arm. Let the blade build up to full speed before it
contacts the wood.

• When the work is completed, press the switch off

and remove the key.

J

53 CRRFTSMRN_RADIALSAW 315.220100

Fig. 49

NON-THROUGH CUTS

See Figure 50.

,_, WARNING: Unplug the saw while removing or

replacing the blade guard, Turn on the saw with
the switch on the arm to confirm the blade is not

receiving power.

• Remove the blade and blade guard (see Assembly
section),

• Place a support the same height as the saw table
nearby for the cut work. Lower the blade with the
elevating handwheel,

• Make sure the wood is not touching the blade.

Insert the key and turn on the saw, Let the blade
build up to full speed before contacting the work-
piece,

,_ WARNING: Always use pushblocks when

making non-through rip cuts to avoid the risk of
serious injury. Never feed wood with your hands.

• When the work is completed, press the switch off
and remove the key,

NON-THROUGHCUT

Fig. 50

CRRFTSMRN_RADIALSAW315.220100 54

MOUNTING THE LASER GUIDE

See Figure 51.

• Unplug your saw,

,_, WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could

result in accidental starting causing possible

serious personal injury,

• Remove the blade nut and outer blade washer

from the blade arbor, (Refer to "Removing the

Blade" in the Assembly section of this operator's
manual,)

Note: The laser guide replaces the outer blade

washer.

• Position flat surface of laser guide against the
blade. Warning labels are visible when laser guide
is mounted properly,

• Secure laser guide using blade nut provided,

• Hold the blade arbor with one wrench and rotate

the other blade wrench counterclockwise (up) to
tighten the blade nut,

• Refer to "Installing Blade and Blade Guard" in the

Assembly section of this operator's manual for

replacing the blade guard (see page 34),

,_ DANGER: Laser radiation. Avoid direct eye

contact with light source,

OPERATION

See Figure 52.

The laser guide will generate a red line on the work
surface when the saw blade is spinning above 500

rpm and the motor switch is activated.

For Cross Cuts, Miter Cuts, Bevel Cuts, and
Compound Cross Cuts:
Position the workpiece as described in the Operation
section. Turn the saw on and position the blade
directly behind the fence; align the laser line with your

mark,
For Non-Through Cuts:

Position the workpiece as described in the Operation
section, Turn the saw on and align the laser line with
your mark,

ALIGNMENT

Align the laser line and your mark with the blade.
Once both lines are in alignment, do not move the

workpiece until after you have finished cutting,
Make several practice cuts on different styles and

thickness of material.
Follow the directions below for using your Laser

Guide,

Removing Your Mark:
Position the laser line near the left edge of your mark

on the work surface in order to remove the mark,
To Cut Your Mark:

Position the laser line near or over your mark on the
work surface in order to cut the mark,

To Leave Your Mark:
Position the laser line near the right edge of your mark

on the work surface in order to leave the mark.
After you have become familiar with using your Laser

Guide, you will be able to remove, cut, or leave your
mark on the work surface, Practice will teach you the

correct position for aligning the laser line with your
mark,

LASER

BLADENUT

INNERBLADE

WASHER

)-

BLADE

ARBOR

Fig. 51

55

rRRFTSMRN°RADIALSAW315.220100

REDLINE

Fig. 52

CHANGING THE BATTERIES

See Figure 53.

• Unplug your saw.

,_ WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could

result in accidental starting causing possible

serious personal injury,

Remove the laser guide from the saw. Lay laser
guide on a flat surface with the two phillips screws
facing upward. Remove the screws and separate the
laser guide cover from the laser guide support,

Remove the three button cell batteries using a non-
conductive device such as a toothpick,

Note: Replace the batteries with silver oxide, button
batteries that have a rating of 1,5 volt and 180 mah
(milliampere hour) minimum (number 357 series or
equivalent).

When replacing the batteries, the laser guide should
be thoroughly cleaned, Use a soft paintbrush or
similar device, to remove all sawdust and debris,

Do not attempt to activate the laser.
The laser is activated by means of a centrifugal switch

only while the saw motor is running and the laser
guide is mounted on the saw.

After cleaning laser guide and replacing batteries,
secure laser guide cover to laser guide support using
the two phillips head screws, For proper assembly, be
sure to align the key on the laser guide cover with the
key slot in the laser guide support. Tighten screws
securely,

Note: Aperture in laser guide cover must be aligned
with aperture in laser guide support.

LASERGUIDE

SUPPORT

LASERGUIDE APERTURE

SUPPORT

(UPSIDEDOWNVIEW)

t !

PLASTIC

BATTERY

INSULATOR

BATTERIES

oQ

GATIVE(-)

LASERGUIDE t i

COVER I i

t KEY

KEY

SLOT

,_ CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or

performance of procedures other than those

specified herein may result in hazardous

radiation exposure.

LASERGUIDE

,_ DANGER: Laser radiation when open and

interlock defeated. AVOID DIRECT EYE
EXPOSURE,

CRRFTIMRN_RADIALSAW315.220100 56

APERTURE

Fig, 53

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

,_ WARNING: When servicing, use only identical

Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other
part may create a hazard or cause product

damage.

,_ WARNmNG: To prevent accidental starting that

could cause possible serious personal injury, turn
off the saw with the switch on the arm, remove
the switch key, and unplug the saw before
working on the radial saw.

[] Remove sawdust from the work area,

inside the blade cover, frequently.

[] Remove sawdust from and clean the blade guards

[] Clean plastic parts with a soft damp cloth. Do not

use any strong solvents.

WARNmNG: Do not at any time let brake fluids,
gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating

oils, etc. contact plastic parts. They contain
chemicals that can damage, weaken or destroy

plastic.

MOTOR/ELECTRICAL

[] Frequently vacuum or blow out any sawdust from

the work areas.

_I_ WARNING: Rfthe power cords are worn, cut, or

damaged in any way, have them replaced

immediately by a qualified service technician at a
Sears store or repair center. Failure to do so

could result in serious personal injury.

WARNING: To avoid fire or electrocution,

reassemble electric parts only with identical
Craftsman replacement parts. Reassemble
exactly as originally assembled.

[] Check teeth of anti-kickback pawls; sharpen with

fib if needed.

[] Regularly check all nuts, bolts, screws, and cables

for tightness and condition.

57 CRRFT$_4nNRADIALSAW315.220100

CAUSE SOLUTION

Saw does not start. 1. Motor cord or controPcut cord is 1. PUugin cord,

not pUugged in.

2. Cord or switch is damaged. 2. Have the cord or switch re-
pUacedat your nearest Sears

Service Center.

3. Circuit fuse is blown. 3. Replace circuit fuse.

4. Circuit breaker is tripped. 4. Reset circuit breaker.

5. Switch is burned out. 5. Have the switch replaced and
request a voltage check from

the power company.

6. Connections are loose, burned 6. Have the wiring checked and

out, or damaged, repaired. Request voltage check

Motor does not reach full speed or 1. Voltage from source is low. 1. Request a voltage check from
power, the power company.

2. Circuit is overloaded with other 2. Test without any other motors

appliances or motors, and on different circuit.

3. Motor windings are burned out. 3. Have the windings replaced and
request a voltage check from

the power company.

4. Fuses or circuit breakers are 4. Have an electrician replace with

wrong size. a 15 amp fuse or circuit breaker.

5. Extension cord is too long. 5. Use a shorter cord.

6. Starter switch is defective. 6. Have the switch replaced.

Motor stalls, blows fuses, or trips 1. Starter switch is defective. 1. Have the switch replaced.

circuit breakers.

2. Voltage from source is low. 2. Request a voltage check from

the power company.

3. Fuses or circuit breakers are 3. Have an electrician replace with

wrong size or defective, a 15 amp fuse or circuit breaker.

Motor overheats. 1. Motor is overloaded. 1. Request a voltage check from

the power company.

2. Windings are burned out. 2. Have the windings replaced and

3. Work is being fed too fast. 3. Feed work slower.

_RRFTSMRN'RADIALSAW 315.220100 58

request a voltage check from

the power company.

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

Saw vibrates excessiveUy. 1. BUadeis warped, 1. RepUacethe Made, See the

removaU procedure in Assembly
section,

2. Saw is not mounted secureUy. 2. Tighten aH hardware,

3. Work surface is uneven, 3. Reposifion on a fiat surface,

Adjust the bveHng feet on bgs.

Saw is noisy when running, 1. Motor needs attention, 1. Have the motor checked at

your nearest Sears Service
Center.

Carriage does not travel smoothly 1. Track is dirty or sticky. 1. Clean track. See Installing
in track under arm. Carriage Assembly in Assem-

bfy section.

2. Carriage bearings are bad. 2. Replace carriage bearings.
Contact your nearest Sears

service center,

3. Blade or teeth are dull or bent. 3. Sharpen or replace the blade.
See the removal procedure in

Assembly section.

4. Blade is out of alignment. 4. Use blade alignment proce-
dures in Adjustment section.

5. Board is warped. 5. Replace the board.

Saw stalls when ripping. 1. Blade or teeth are dull or bent. 1. Sharpen or replace the blade.

See the removal procedure in
Assembly section.

2. Fence is not straight. 2. Check with square; sand or
replace.

3. Work is being fed too fast. 3. Feed work into blade slower.

4. Wrong blade is being used. 4. Change the blade.

5. Column tube is too loose in the 5. See Adjusting the Column

column support. Tube in Assembly section.

6. Arm is misaligned or loose. 6. See Setting the Arm Lock

HZhee/in the Assembly section.

7. Yoke is loose on carriage. 7. See Setting the Yoke Clamp
procedure in Assembly section.

8. Sawdust has accumulated 8. Remove and clean tables.
between tables.

59 CRRFTSMANRADIALSAW315.220100

CAUSE SOLUTION

HandwheeU is hard to turn or 1_ Sawdust has collected on the 1_ Remove handwheeU; clean and

column binds, elevating shafL Uubricate the shafL

2_ Column is out of aHgnmenL 2_ See Adjusting the Column

Tube in Assembly section,

Saw burns or scores edges of 1_ Column tube is too Uoosein the 1_ See Adjusting the Column

wood in cut. column support. Tube in Assembly section,

2. Blade or teeth are bent or dull. 2. Sharpen or replace the blade.
See the removal procedure in
Assembly section.

3. Blade is out of alignment. 3. Use blade alignment proce-
dures in Adjustment section.

4. Wrong blade is being used. 4. Change blade. See the removal
procedure in Assembly section.

5. Board is warped. 5. Replace the board.

6. Arm is loose or misaligned. 6. See Setting the Arm Lock

V_Zheelin the Assembly section.

7. Yoke is loose on carriage. 7. See Setting the 'Yoke Clamp
procedure in Assembly section.

8. Arm is out of alignment. 8. See Aligning Arm for Cross
Cuts in Adjustments section.

9. Work is being fed too fast. 9. Feed work into blade slower.

Bevel cuts are not true. 1. Bevel lock lever is loose. 1. See Setting the Bevel Lock

Lever in Assembly section.

2. Blade is not perpendicular to 2. See Aligning the Blade to the
table top. Table in Adjustments section.

3. Column tube is too loose in the 3. See Adjusting the Column
column support. Tube in Assembly section.

4. Table top is not parallel to the 4. See Leveling Table Supports
arm. and Leveling the Front Table in

the Assembly section.

5. Yoke is loose on carriage. 5. See Setting the Yoke Clamp

procedure in Assembly section.

6. Arm is out of alignment. 6. See Aligning Arm for Cross

_RRFTSMRNRADIALSAW 315.220100 60

Cuts in Adjustments section.

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

Miter or cross cuts are not true. 1. Scab pointer is not correct. 1. Reset the pointer at the top

rear of arm.

2. Column is out of alignment. 2. See Adjusting the Column
Tube in Assembly section.

3. Carriage is misaligned. 3. See Setting the Arm Lock
HZheelin the Assembly section.

4. Yoke is loose on carriage. 4. See Setting the Yoke Clamp

procedure in Assembly section.

5. Arm is out of alignment. 5. See Aligning Arm for Cross

Cuts in Adjustments section.

6. Sawdust has collected between 6. Remove and clean tables.

tables.

7. Table top is not parallel to the 7. See Leveling Table Supports

arm. and Levering the Front Table in

the Assembly section.

8. Fence/tables are not straight. 8. Check with square; sand or

replace.

Wood edges away from fence 1. Blade is not parallel with fence. 1. See Squaring the Blade to the
when ripping. Fence procedure in the Adjust-

ments section.

2. Arm is not perpendicular to 2. See Aligning the Arm for Cross

fence. Cuts procedure in the Adjust-

ments section.

3. Riving knife needs adjustment. 3. See Aligning the Riving Knife to

the Blade procedure in the

Adjustments section.

Depth of cut varies from one end 1. Table is not parallel to arm. 1. See Leveling Table Supports

of wood to the other, and Leveling the Front Table in

the Assembly section.

2. Column tube is loose in column 2. See Adjusting the Column

support. Tube in Assembly section.

3. Arm is loose or misaligned. 3. See Setting the Arm Lock
HZheelin the Assembly section.

Riving knife strikes wood during a 1. Riving knife not aligned with 1. See Aligning the Riving Knife to

cut. blade, the Blade procedure in the

Adjustments section.

61 CRRFTSMANRADIALSAW315.220100

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

Saw Made tends to push wood to 1, BUadeis heeling, 1, See Squaring the Blade to the
one side when cross cutting, Fence in Adjustments section,

2, CoUumntube is Uoosein coUumn 2, See Adjusting the Column

support, Tube in Assembly section,

3, Arm is Uooseor misaHgned, 3, See Setting the Arm Lock

L,_Zheelin the Assembly section,

4, Fence/taMes are not straight, 4, Check with square; sand or

repUace,

5, BUadeor teeth are bent or dull, 5, Sharpen or repUace the Made,

See the removaU procedure in

Assembly section,

[RRSTSMRN' RADIALSAW 315.220100 62

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CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100

ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts.

The model number will be found on a plate attached to the base. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL ]

31

J

SEE FIGURE J

FIGURE A

18

12

SEE FIGURE E

7

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51

33

SEE FIGUREI

11

18

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31

40 39

®

SEE FIGURESF AND G

CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100

ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts.

I The model number will be found on a plate attached to the base. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL !

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE A

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KEY PART

NO. NUMBER

1 976830-001
2 ** STD611006

4 980667-001
5 976793-001
6 980669-001
7 976786-001

8 976834-002
9 ** STD511103

10 989001-002
11 ** STD600803
12 976342-001
13 703776-098
14 ** STD541437

15 967917-001
16 990908-009
17 976384-001
18 ** STD511103
19 621380-007

20 976328-001
21 624282-003

24 980534-001
25 976829-001
26 ** STD511105
27 976344-001

DESCRIPTION QUAN.

Lower Arm Cover ........................................ 1

* Screw (10-16 x 5/8 in, Pan Hd,) ................. 4

Cord Label (Control Cut Power Cord) ........ 1

Control Cut Power Cord ............................. 1

Cord Label (Motor Power Cord) ................. 1

Motor Power Cord ...................................... 1

* Bolt (3/8-16 x 2-1/4 in, Sq, Hd.) ................. 2

* Screw (10-32 x 3/8 in, Pan Hd,) ................. 1

Cable Clamp ............................................... 2

* Screw (8-32 x 3/8 in. Pan Hd. T, C,) ........... 4

Arm Bearing ............................................... 2

* Washer ....................................................... 4

* Lock Nut (3/8-16) ........................................ 2

Cord Clamp ................................................ 2

* Screw (6-19 x 5/8 in, Pan Hd,) ................... 4

Rear Cover ................................................. 1

* Screw (10-32 x 3/8 in, Pan Hd,) ................. 3

* Screw (3/8-16 x 2-1/8 in, Hex Hd, Locking)., 2

Arm Cover Pad ........................................... 1

Square Nut (3/8-16) .................................... 2

Control Cut Warning ................................... 1

Upper Arm Cover ........................................ 1

* Screw (10-32 x 1/2 in, Pan Hd,) ................. 2

Miter Cap .................................................... 1

KEY PART

NO. NUMBER
28 976354-001

29 980532-001
30 980447-001
31 641700-008
32 976327-002
33 980550-001

34 976393-001
35 980697-001

36 981241-001
37 980542-001
38 980544-001
39 976331-001
40 980546-001

41 976863-001
42 ** STD510803

43 976862-002
44 ** STD551131
45 977471-001
46 969220-005
47 976368-001
48 ** STD512505

49 642409-002
50 976369-001
51 618364-000

DESCRIPTION QUAN.

Miter Indicator ............................................. 1

Miter Scale Label ........................................ 1

Strain Relief ................................................ 2

* Screw (10-32 x 5/8 in, Round Hd,) ............. 4

Arm Cover .................................................. 1

Guard Label ................................................ 1

Guard Assembly ......................................... 1

Guard Warning Label ................................. 1

Warning Label ............................................ 1

Miter Lock Label ......................................... 1

Warning Label (Right Side) ........................ 1

Arm Cap ..................................................... 1

Warning Label (Left Side) ........................... 1

Switch Key .................................................. 1

* Screw (8-32 x 3/8 in, Pan Hd,) ................... 1

Switch ......................................................... 1

Lock Washer ............................................... 1

Tag .............................................................. 1

* Screw (5/16-18 x 3/8 in, Socket Hd.) ......... 1

Cord Clamp ................................................ 1

* Screw (1/4-20 x 1/2 in, Pan Hd,) ................ 1

* Screw (10-16 x 41/64 in. Pan Hd.) ............. 4

Cable Bracket ............................................. 1

Control Cut Label ....................................... 1

* Standard Hardware Item -- May Be Purchased Locally

** Available From Div, 98 -- Source 980.00

CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100 •

in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts,

I The model number will be found on a plate attached to the base. Always mention the model number I

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FIGURE B

SEE FIGURE [

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SEE FIGURE C

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CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100 •

in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts,

I The model number will be found on a plate attached to the base, Always mention the model number

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE B

KEY PART
NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUAN.

I

1 ** STD541031
2 ** STD551131

3 624088-002

4 976698-001
5 931275-028

6 ** STD551131
7 ** STD541031

8 976339-001
9 976340-001

10 624282-002

11 977249-001

12 ** STD523106
13 976834-001

14 976335-001
15 976334-001
16 976333-001

17 976332-001
18 931744-059

19 607737-004

20 989594-003
21 ** STD512510

22 976791-001
23 976792-001

24 703473-089
25 ** STD541025

26 940021-008
27 621032-002
28 977227-001
29 976361-000

983000-041

* Hex Nut (5/16-18) .......................................................................... 4

* Lock Washer (5/16) ........................................................................ 4

* Washer ........................................................................................... 8

Table Support ................................................................................. 2

* Washer ........................................................................................... 4

* Lock Washer (5/16) ........................................................................ 4

* Hex Nut (5/16-18) .......................................................................... 4

Clamp Bracket ............................................................................... 2

Clamp Screw ................................................................................. 2

* Square Nut (5/16-18) ..................................................................... 2

Cup Washer (Table Clamp) ............................................................ 2

* Bolt (5/16-18 x 5/8 in. Hex Hd.) ..................................................... 4

* Bolt (5/16-18 x 3/4 in. Sq. Hd.) ...................................................... 4

Front Table ..................................................................................... 1

Fence ............................................................................................. 1

Spacer Table .................................................................................. 1

Rear Table ..................................................................................... 1

* Washer ........................................................................................... 5

* Screw (1/4-20 x 1-3/4 in. Pan Hd.) ................................................ 1

* Setscrew (1/4-20 x 1-1/4 in.) .......................................................... 1

* Screw (1/4-20 x 1 in. Pan Hd.) ....................................................... 4

Tee Nut .......................................................................................... 1

"U" Clip Nut .................................................................................... 1

* Lock Washer .................................................................................. 4

* Hex Nut (1/4-20) ............................................................................ 4

* Screw (10-24 x 5/8 in. Soc. Hd.) .................................................... 1

* Star Washer (#10) .......................................................................... 1

Handwheel Assembly (Includes Key Nos. 26, 27, 28) ................... 1

Leg Stand Assembly ...................................................................... 1

Operator's Manual (Not Shown)

* Standard Hardware Item -- May Be Purchased Locally

** Available From Div, 98 -- Source 980.00

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CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100

ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts.

I The model number will be found on a plate attached to the base. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL !

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FIGURE C

1

CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100

ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts.

I he model number will be found on a plate attached to the base. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL !

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE C

KEY PART
NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUAN.

J

1 618112-000

2 618109-000
3 618113-000

4 618106-000
5 ** STD541037

6 ** STD541025
7 A37136512064
8 A13053140586
9 618110-000

10 618111-000

618D10010

Lower Front/Rear Brace .................................................................................................................................... 2

Leg .................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Lower Side Brace .............................................................................................................................................. 2

Leveling Foot ..................................................................................................................................................... 4

Hex Nut (3/8-16) ................................................................................................................................................ 8

Hex Nut (1/4-20) .............................................................................................................................................. 40

Star Washer (1/4 in.) ...................................................................................................................................... 40

Screw (1/4-20 x 5/8 in. Truss Hd.) ................................................................................................................... 40

Side Brace ......................................................................................................................................................... 2

Front/Rear Brace ............................................................................................................................................... 2

Complete Leg Stand Assembly (Includes Items Listed Above)

* Standard Hardware Item -- May Be Purchased Locally

** Available From Div. 98 -- Source 980.00

CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100 •

in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts,

I The model number will be found on a plate attached to the base, Always mention the model number I

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FIGURE D

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CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100 •

in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts,

I The model number will be found on a plate attached to the base, Always mention the model number

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE D

KEY PART
NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUAN.

I

1 618235-000
2 618233-000

3 976386-001

4 976296-001
5 976294-001

6 976293-001
7 976292-001

8 ** STD503705
9 ** STD541031

10 977492-001

11 976289-002
12 976295-001
13 976833-001
14 976290-002
15 615570-022

16 615570-021
17 ** STD523712

18 617264-001
19 615570-020

20 ** STD551137
21 615570-007

22 ** STD541037
23 976301-001

25 976302-001
26 623111-006

27 622141-002
28 976300-001

29 706239-932
30 976299-001
31 623111-001
32 ** STD571450
33 976298-001
34 976297-001

Data Plate ...................................................................................... 1

Base Assembly .............................................................................. 1

* Screw (5/16-18 x 3/4 in, Hex Washer Hd,) .................................... 2

Elevation Nut ................................................................................. 1

Column Assembly .......................................................................... 1

Retaining Ring ............................................................................... 1

Arm Latch ...................................................................................... 1

* Setscrew (3/8-16 x 1/2 in, Soc, Hd,) .............................................. 3

* Hex Nut (5/16-18) ........................................................................ 17

* Locking Cap Screw (1/4-20 x 5/8 in,) ............................................. 2

Support (LH) .................................................................................. 1

Column Tube GIB .......................................................................... 2

Elevating Shaft Assembly .............................................................. 1

Support (RH) .................................................................................. 1

* Bolt (5/16-18 x 2 in, Hex Hd.) ...................................................... 12

* Bolt (5/16-18 x 2 in, Hex Hd.) ........................................................ 2

* Bolt (3/8-16 x 1-1/4 in. Hex Hd.) .................................................... 4

* Washer (3/8 in.) ............................................................................. 8

* Bolt (5/16-18 x 3/4 in. Hex Hd.) ..................................................... 2

* Lock Washer (3/8) .......................................................................... 4

* Bolt (5/16-18 x 1-1/8 in. Hex Hd.) .................................................. 1

* Hex Nut (3/8-16) ............................................................................ 4

Elevating Crank Shaft .................................................................... 1

Bushing .......................................................................................... 1

Retaining Ring ............................................................................... 1

Wash er ........................................................................................... 2

Elevating Shaft Bearing ................................................................. 1

Wash er ........................................................................................... 2

Bevel Pinion Gear .......................................................................... 1

Retaining Ring ............................................................................... 1

* Lock Nut (1/2-13) ........................................................................... 1

Bevel Gear ..................................................................................... 1

Bearing .......................................................................................... 2

* Standard Hardware Item -- May Be Purchased Locally

** Available From Div, 98 -- Source 980,00

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CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100 •

in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts,

I The model number will be found on a plate attached to the base, Always mention the model number I

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FIGURE E

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CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100 •

in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts,

I The model number will be found on a plate attached to the base, Always mention the model number

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE E

KEY PART
NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUAN.

I

1 622210-043
2 976323-001

3 976326-002

4 980613-001
5 611114-002

6 706382-834
7 980455-001

8 641180-005
9 976321-001

10 976804-001

11 976314-001

12 976312-001
13 976313-001

14 976310-001
15 976311-001
16 976315-001
17 976316-001
18 ** STD541110
19 618375-000

20 976827-001
21 618376-000

22 931055-006
23 606066-011
24 641180-006
25 931744-059

26 976319-001
27 976320-001

28 976322-001

* Screw (10-32 x 5/8 in, Rd, Hd.) ..................................................... 4

Track .............................................................................................. 2

Arm ................................................................................................ 1

Support Bracket ............................................................................. 1

* Screw (10-32 x 1/2 in, Flat Head T, C,) .......................................... 1

Washer ........................................................................................... 2

* Screw (1/4-20 x 5/8 in, Self Tapping Hex Washer Hd.) .................. 6

Push Nut (3/8 in.) ........................................................................... 2

Clevis Pin ....................................................................................... 1

Arm Lock Rod Assembly ................................................................ 1

Guide ............................................................................................. 1

Arm Lock Pawl ............................................................................... 1

Tension Spring ............................................................................... 1

Pin Housing ................................................................................... 1

Arm Index Pin ................................................................................ 2

Index Rod ...................................................................................... 1

Arm Lock Spring ............................................................................ 1

* Hex Nut (10-32) ............................................................................. 1

Arm Knob Lever (Left Hand) .......................................................... 1

Arm Lock Lever Assembly ............................................................. 1

Arm Knob Lever (Right Hand) ....................................................... 1

Washer ........................................................................................... 1

* Screw (10-32 x 2-1/4 in, Pan Hd,) ................................................. 1

Push Nut (1/4 in,) ........................................................................... 1

* Washer (1/4 in.) ............................................................................. 1

Lever Pin ........................................................................................ 1

Pin .................................................................................................. 1

Arm Insulation ................................................................................ 1

* Standard Hardware Item -- May Be Purchased Locally

** Available From Div, 98 -- Source 980.00

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#

CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100 •

in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts,

I The model number will be found on a plate attached to the base, Always mention the model number I

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FIGURE F

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SEE FIGURE G

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CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100 •

in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts,

I The model number will be found on a plate attached to the base, Always mention the model number I

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE F

KEY PART
NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUAN.

I

1 980548-001
2 618488-000

3 ** STD511105

4 976287-001
5 976348-001

6 ** STD510606
7 976352-001

8 976409-001
9 976286-002

10 976831-001

11 976285-001

12 976337-001
13 976349-001

14 976350-001
15 976353-001
16 976278-001
17 999982-001
18 ** STD541462
19 976385-001

20 620074-001
21 615570-020

22 ** STD551231
23 624088-002
24 976345-001
25 976771-001

26 976346-001
27 976288-001

28 976347-002
29 624282-002

30 ** STD541031
31 980538-001

32 976472-001
33 980524-001
34 980526-001

Carriage Lock Label ....................................................................... 1

Carriage Lock Knob ....................................................................... 1

* Screw (10-32 x 1/2 in, Pan Hd.) ..................................................... 4

Carriage Cover (LH) ...................................................................... 1

Rip Scale Indicator ......................................................................... 2

* Screw (6-32 x 5/8 in, Pan Hd.) ....................................................... 4

Speed Nut ...................................................................................... 2

Swivel Latch Spring ....................................................................... 1

Carriage ......................................................................................... 1

Thrust Washer ............................................................................... 8

Carriage Bearing ............................................................................ 4

Wash er ........................................................................................... 4

Eccentric Screw ............................................................................. 2

Rip Lock Shoe ............................................................................... 1

Bumper .......................................................................................... 2

Yoke Clamp Stud Assembly ........................................................... 1

Wash er ........................................................................................... 2

* Lock Nut (5/8-11) ........................................................................... 1

Sleeve Bearing .............................................................................. 2

* Bolt (5/16-18 x 1-1/2 in. Hex Hd.) .................................................. 2

* Bolt (5/16-18 x 3/4 in. Hex Hd.) ..................................................... 2

* Lock Washer (5/16) ........................................................................ 2

* Washer ........................................................................................... 2

Spring Bracket ............................................................................... 1

Index Spring ................................................................................... 1

Yoke Pivot Latch ............................................................................ 1

Carriage Cover (RH) ...................................................................... 1

Index Pin Housing .......................................................................... 1

* Square Nut (5/16-18) ..................................................................... 2

* Hex Nut (5/16-18) .......................................................................... 4

Yoke Lock Label ............................................................................. 1

Yoke Lock Handle (Includes Key No. 31) ...................................... 1

Switch Label .................................................................................. 1

Warning Label ................................................................................ 1

* Standard Hardware Item -- May Be Purchased Locally

** Available From Div, 98 -- Source 980.00

75 CRRFTSMRN° RADIALSAW315.220100

CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100 •

in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts,

I The model number will be found on a plate attached to the base, Always mention the model number I

SEE FIGURE F

Note: For Laser Guide repair o+
replacement, contact your nea

Sears Service Center

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11

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FIGURE H

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26

FIGURE G

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41 42

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CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100 •

in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts,

I The model number will be found on a plate attached to the base, Always mention the model number

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE G

KEY PART
NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUAN.

I

1 976773-001
2 976284-001

***

4 976271-001
5 976272-001
6 976273-001

7 703776-098
8 ** STD541437
9 976249-001

10 976281-001

11 977225-001
12 976268-002
13 980556-001
14 989001-002
15 ** STD511103
16 976279-001
17 976772-001
18 624282-002
19 ** STD511107

20 980554-001
21 976275-001
22 ** STD511105
23 ** STD551131
24 969220-006
25 977250-001
26 976338-001
27 606066-012
28 980522-001
29 976274-002
30 ** STD523120
31 ** STD551231
32 976832-001
33 976265-001
34 980552-001
35 976267-002
36 624088-002
37 976391-001
38 621032-002
39 998991-002
40 977245-001
41 976481-001
42 976481-002

Blade Nut ....................................................................................... 1

Blade Washer ................................................................................ 2

Saw Blade ...................................................................................... 1

Rubber Bushing ............................................................................. 1

Motor Stud ..................................................................................... 1

Motor Cam ..................................................................................... 1

* Washer ........................................................................................... 1

* Lock Nut (3/8-16) ........................................................................... 1

Motor .............................................................................................. 1

Index Pin ........................................................................................ 1

Nut (5/16) ....................................................................................... 1

Yoke ............................................................................................... 1

Outfeed Warning Label .................................................................. 1

Cable Clamp (5/16 in,) ................................................................... 2

* Screw (10-32 x 3/8 in. Pan Hd,) ..................................................... 2

Bevel Index Knob ........................................................................... 1

Swivel Latch Spring ....................................................................... 1

* Square Nut (5/16-18) ..................................................................... 1

* Screw (10-32 x 3/4 in. Pan Hd,) ..................................................... 4

Infeed Warning Label ..................................................................... 1

Yoke Cover .................................................................................... 1

* Screw (10-32 x 1/2 in. Pan Hd.) ..................................................... 4

* Lock Washer (5/16) ........................................................................ 4

* Screw (5/16-18 x 2 in, Soc, Cap) ................................................... 4

Bevel Indicator ............................................................................... 1

Bevel Index Cap ............................................................................ 1

* Screw (10-32 x 1-5/8 in. Pan Hd,) ................................................. 2

Bevel Scale Label .......................................................................... 1

Bevel Lock Lever ........................................................................... 1

* Bolt (5/16-18 x 2 in, Hex Hd,) ........................................................ 1

Lock Washer (5/16) ........................................................................ 1

Retainer Plate ................................................................................ 1

Index Ring ...................................................................................... 1

Edging Warning Label ................................................................... 1

Yoke Cap ....................................................................................... 1

* Washer (5/16 in,) ........................................................................... 1

Bolt (5/16-18 Hex Hd.) ................................................................... 1

* Star Washer (#10) .......................................................................... 1

Screw (10-32 x 5/8 in. Hex Soc, Button Hd.) ................................. 1

Blade Wrench ................................................................................ 2

* 3/16 in. Hex Key ............................................................................ 1

* 1/4 in, Hex Key .............................................................................. 1

* Standard Hardware Item -- May Be Purchased Locally

** Available From Div, 98 -- Source 980.00

*** Complete Assortment Available At Your Nearest Sears Retail Store

77 CRI:IFTSMI:iN° RADIALSAW315.220100

#

CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100

ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts.

I he model number will be found on a plate attached to the base. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL !

8 9,

7

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FIGURE H

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J

CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100

ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts.

I he model number will be found on a plate attached to the base. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL !

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE H

KEY PART
NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUAN.

J

1 610122-006
2 976449-001
3 971665-001
4 977207-001
5 998196-001
6 607617-003
7 977203-001
8 976336-001
9 ** STD510605

10 967917-001

11 976785-001

12 ** STD510803

* Screw (8-32 x 5/8 in.Pan Hd.) .......................................................................................................................... 3

Handle Assembly ............................................................................................................................................. 1

Switch Trigger .................................................................................................................................................. 1

Cam Lever ........................................................................................................................................................ 1

Spring ............................................................................................................................................................... 1

O-Ring .............................................................................................................................................................. 1

Knob ................................................................................................................................................................. 1

Wiring Insulator ................................................................................................................................................ 1

* Screw (6-32 x 1/2 in. Pan Hd. T.C.) ................................................................................................................. 2

Cord Clamp ...................................................................................................................................................... 1

Cord Harness ................................................................................................................................................... 1

* Screw (8-32 x 3/8 in. Pan Hd.) ......................................................................................................................... 1

* Standard Hardware Item -- May Be Purchased Locally

** Available From Div. 98 -- Source 980.00

CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100

ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts.

The model number will be found on a plate attached to the base. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL !

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CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100

ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts.

I The model number will be found on a plate attached to the base. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL !

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE I

J

KEY PART

NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUAN.

1 976366-001
2 977237-001

3 976370-002

4 979528-001
5 641180-003
6 977244-001

7 621032-009
8 977478-001
9 ** STD541425

10 931744-059
11 977243-001
12 977253-001
13 ** STD512510
14 980498-001
15 976370-001
16 706382-327

Guard Screw (10-24 Slotted) ......................... 1

Inner Lower Guard ......................................... 2

Shoulder Screw (1/4-20 Button Hd.) .............. 2

Guard Nut (10-24) .......................................... 1

* Push Nut (1/4 in,) ........................................... 1

Knife Support ................................................. 1

* Star Washer (1/4 in,) ...................................... 1

Slotted Nut ..................................................... 1

* Lock Nut (1/4-20) ........................................... 1

* Washer (1/4 in,) ............................................. 2

Anti-Kickback Pawl ........................................ 4

Bushing .......................................................... 2

* Screw (1/4-20 x 1 in. Pan Hd.) ....................... 1

Outer Lower Guard Assembly ........................ 1

Shoulder Screw (1/4-20 Button Hd.) .............. 2

Washer ........................................................... 2

KEY PART

NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUAN.

17 977246-001
18 706382-041

19 977254-001
20 977240-001
21 977239-001
22 641180-004
23 976879-002
24 977480-003
25 ** STD533106
26 977225-001
27 977224-001
28 977223-001
29 977238-001
30 977230-001
31 622210-041
32 977480-001

Guard Knob .................................................... 2

Washer ........................................................... 2

Spacer ............................................................ 1

Riving Knife .................................................... 1

Anti-Kickback Bracket .................................... 1

* Push Nut (5/16 in.) ......................................... 2

Upper Guard .................................................. 1

* Bolt (5/16-18 x 1-3/4 in. Rd. Hd.) .................... 1

* Bolt (5/16-18 x 5/8 in. Rd. Hd.) ...................... 1

Square Nut ..................................................... 1

Guard Clamp Screw ....................................... 1

Dust Guide ..................................................... 1

Hold Down Guard .......................................... 1

Upper Guard Retainer Assembly ................... 1

* Screw (1/4-20 x 9/16 in. Flat Hd. T. E) ............. 4

* Bolt (1/4-20 x 5/8 in. Rd. Hd. ) ........................ 1

* Standard Hardware Item -- May Be Purchased Locally

_. ** Available From Div. 98 -- Source 980.00

CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100

ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts.

I he model number will be found on a plate attached to the base. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL !

12

SEE FIGURE K

11

10

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J

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CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100

ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts.

I he model number will be found on a plate attached to the base. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL !

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE J

KEY PART
NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUAN.

J

1 607818-002
2 990908-009
3 976450-001
4 ** STD511005
5 662029-001
6 977215-001
7 976416-001
8 644186-002
9 976414-001

10 706239-830

11 090403-080
12 976411-001
13 976412-001

Sleeve Bearing .................................................................................................................................................. 1

Screw (6-19 x 5/8 in. Pan Hd.) .......................................................................................................................... 4

Gear Case Cover .............................................................................................................................................. 1

Screw (10-24 x 1/2 in. Pan Hd.) ........................................................................................................................ 1

Washer .............................................................................................................................................................. 1

Spring ................................................................................................................................................................ 1

Pulley Shaft Assembly ....................................................................................................................................... 1

Sleeve Bearing (Flange) .................................................................................................................................... 2

Worm Gear Assembly ........................................................................................................................................ 1

Washer .............................................................................................................................................................. 1

Screw (M3 x 8 Pan Hd.) .................................................................................................................................... 2

Gear Case ......................................................................................................................................................... 1

Motor Assembly ................................................................................................................................................. 1

* Standard Hardware Item -- May Be Purchased Locally

** Available From Div. 98 -- Source 980.00

CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100

ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts.

I he model number will be found on a plate attached to the base. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL !

1

4

J

_, FIGURE K

CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW- MODEL NO. 315.220100

ARM SAW or when ordering repair parts.

I he model number will be found on a plate attached to the base. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your RADIAL !

PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE K

KEY PART
NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION QUAN.

J

1
2
3
4

** STD510803

662028-001
976420-001
976421-001

* Screw (8-32 x 3/8 in. Pan Hd.) .......................................................................................................................... 6

Pulley Flange .................................................................................................................................................... 2

Cable Assembly ................................................................................................................................................ 1

Clutch Assembly ................................................................................................................................................ 1

* Standard Hardware Item -- May Be Purchased Locally

** Available From Div. 98 -- Source 980.00

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