Craftsman 315.10899 Saw User Manual
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1. GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK Kickback occurs when the saw stalls rapidly and is driven back towards the operator Release switch immedi ately if blade binds or saw stalls Don t remove saw from work during a cut while the blade is moving See Pages 9 and 10 BEFORE MAKING A CUT BE SURE THE DEPTH AND BEVEL ADJUSTMENTS ARE TIGHT USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES Do not use blades with incorrect size holes Never use blade washers or bolts that are defective or incorrect The maximum blade capacity of your saw is 7 1 4 inches safety is involved AVOID CUTTING NAILS Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before cutting NEVER touch the blade or other moving parts during use NEVER start a tool when its rotating component is in contact with the workpiece NEVER lay a tool down before its moving parts have come to a complete stop DO NOT operate this tool while under the influence of drugs alcohol or any medication POLARIZED PLUGS To reduce the risk of electric shock this tool has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet Do not change the plug in any way WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who2. CUT BLADE EXPOSED ON UNDERSIDE OF WORKPIECE A CAUTION Never use saw when guard is not operating correctly Guard should be checked for correct operation before each use If you drop your saw check the lower blade guard and bumper for damage at all depth settings before reuse Note The guard is operating correctly when it moves freely and readily returns to the closed position If for any reason your lower blade guard does not close freely take it to the nearest Sears Repair Center for service before using Fig 5 KICKBACK See Figure 6 BLADE SET TOO DEEP Fig 6 The best guard against kickback is to avoid dangerous practices Kickback occurs when the blade stalls rapidly and the saw is driven back towards you Blade stalling is caused by any action which pinches the blade in the wood A DANGER Release switch immediately if blade binds or saw stalls Kickback could cause you to lose control of your saw Loss of control can lead to serious injury KICKBACK IS CAUSED BY E Incorrect blade depth setting See Figure 6 E Sawing into knots or nails in workpiece M Twisting blade while making a cut M Making a cut with a dull gummed up or improperly set blade EH Incorrectly supporting workpiece See Figure 7 E Forcing a cut WRONG E Cutting warped or wet lumber Tool misuse or incorrect operating procedures OPERATION TO LESSEN THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK E When making a cut use steady ev
3. and wrong ways to support large pieces of work are shown in Figures 7 and 9 WING NUT BASE Fig 10 ASSEMBLY E Hold base flat against the workpiece and raise or lower saw until the required depth is reached E Tighten wing nut securely 10 STARTING A CUT Know the right way to use your saw See Figure 11 RIGHT Fig 11 WARNING To make sawing easier and safer always maintain proper control of your saw Loss of control of your saw could cause an accident resulting in possible serious injury A Never use your saw as shown in Figure 12 WRONG Fig 12 Never place your hand on the workpiece behind your saw while making a cut 11 OPERATION TO HELP MAINTAIN CONTROL M Always support your workpiece near the cut E Support your workpiece so the cut will be on your right E Clamp your workpiece so it will not move during the cut Place your workpiece with its good side down Note The good side is the side on which appearance is important Before beginning a cut draw a guideline along the desired line of cut Then place front edge of base on that part of your workpiece that is solidly supported See Figure 11 Never place your saw on that part of the workpiece that will fall off when the cut is made See Figure 13 WRONG Fig 13 Keep the cord away from cutting area Always place the cord to prevent it from hanging up on the workpiece while making a cut A DANGER If th
4. before attempting to operate saw A blade blade wrench and this owner s manual are also included ACCESSORIES The following recommended accessories are currently available at Sears Retail Stores 7 1 4 in 7 1 4 in 7 1 4 in 7 1 4 in 7 1 4 in 7 1 4 in 7 1 4 in 40 Tooth General Purpose Cut Off Blade 35 Tooth Master Combination Blade 200 Tooth Plywood Biade 18 Tooth Carbide Blade 18 Tooth Mach II Silver Series Carbide Blade 24 Tooth Mach Il Silver Series Carbide Blade 24 Tooth Combination Carbide Blade Rip Guide A WARNING The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous FEATURES KNOW YOUR CIRCULAR SAW See Figure 1 Before attempting to use any tool familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements Features include easily operated bevel cut and depth of cut adjustment mechanisms positive 0 bevel stop length of cut scale directed air flow for keeping line of cut clear and blade wrench storage SWITCH To turn your saw ON depress the switch trigger Release switch trigger to turn your saw OFF UPPER BLADE GUARD DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENT WING NUT BLADE WRENCH STORAGE AREA BLADE WRENCH LOWER BLADE GUARD HANDLE ASSEMBLY APPLICATIONS Use only for the purpose listed below M Cutting all types of wood products lumber plywood paneling ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Your circular saw has a precision built electric motor It s
5. circular saw has many features for making A CAUTION Carefully read through this entire cutting operations more pleasant and enjoyable owner s manual before using your new circular Safety performance and dependability have been saw Pay close attention to the Rules For Safe given top priority in the design of this saw making it Operation Warnings and Cautions If you use easy to maintain and operate your circular saw properly and only for what it is intended you will enjoy years of safe reliable service RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures SYMBOL MEANING A SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates danger warning or caution May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs A 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 A 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 A CAUTION Failure to obey a safety warning may re
6. oils etc come in contact with plastic parts They contain chemicals that can damage weaken or destroy plastic It has been found that electric tools are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure when they are used on fiberglass boats sports cars wallboard spackling compounds or plaster The chips and grindings from these materials are highly abrasive to electric tool parts such as bearings brushes commutators etc Consequently it is not recommended that this tool be used for extended work on any fiberglass material wallboard spackling compounds or plaster During any use on these materials it is extremely important that the tool is cleaned frequently by blowing with an air jet A WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust If operation is dusty also wear a dust mask 16 LUBRICATION All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions Therefore no further tubrication is required EXTENSION CORDS The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power To keep the loss to a minimum and to prevent tool overheating use an extension cord that is heavy enough to carry the current the tool will draw A wire gage size A W G of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 50 feet or less in length When working outd
7. 11 in 24 621433 001 Carriage Bolt 1 4 20 x 5 8 in 974900 001 S STD532507 989592 001 Screw 48 10 x 1 1 8 in Fil Hd 1 25 941401 815 Roll Pin 967952 001 Torsion Spring 26 706404 007 Hex Nut 8 32 STD541008 974771 005 Lower Blade Guard Assembly 27 614658 010 Screw 8 32 x 5 8 in Pan Hd 1 718602 804 Retaining Ring 28 _ 990147 001 999982 001 Inner Blade Washer 29 974716 001 aoe Saw Blade 7 1 4 in for 5 8 in Arbor 30 981574 000 Carrying Case Not Shown 998463 001 Outer Blade Washer 972000 674 Owner s Manual 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 h h h h ML OM EE WH NOTE A The assembly shown represents an important part of the Double Insulated System To avoid the possibility of alteration or damage to the system service should be performed by your nearest Sears Repair Center Contact your nearest Sears Retail Store for Service Center information ig Standard Hardware Item May Be Purchased Locally be Available From Div 98 Source 980 00 Complete Assortment Available At Your Nearest Sears Retail Store 19 In U S A or Canada for in home major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 4 MY HOME _ 1 800 469 4663 Para pedir servicio de reparaci n a domicilio 1 800 676 5811 Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi ces 1 800 469 4663 For the repair or replacement parts you need Call 6 a m 11 p m CST
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9. Always raise the lower blade guard with the handle to avoid serious injury While holding lower blade guard by the handle firmly rest the front of the base flat against the workpiece with the rear of the handle raised so the blade does not touch the workpiece See Figure 20 LOWER BLADE GUARD POCKET CUT LOWER BLADE GUARD HANDLE Fig 20 Squeeze the switch trigger to start your saw Always let the blade reach full speed then slowly lower blade into the workpiece until base is flat against workpiece After you complete your cut release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a complete stop After the blade has stopped remove it from the workpiece Corners may then be cleared out with a hand saw or sabre saw A WARNING Never tie the lower blade guard in a raised position Leaving the blade exposed could lead to serious injury TO RIP CUT OPTIONAL RIP GUIDE EDGE GUIDE See Figure 21 Use a guide when making long or wide rip cuts with your saw An optional rip guide with a five inch scale is available at your Sears Retai Store or you can make an efficient rip guide by clamping a straight edge to your workpiece Secure the workpiece Using 15 C clamps firmly clamp a straight edge to the workpiece and guide the saw along the straight edge to achieve a straight rip cut Do not bind the blade in the cut If using the optional rip guide see the following instructions and Figure 22 ALTERNATE METHOD FOR RIP
10. CUTTING STRAIGHT C CLAMPS WORKPIECE Fig 21 TO ASSEMBLE OPTIONAL RIP GUIDE m Unplug your saw A WARNING Failure to unplug your saw could result in accidental starting causing possible serious personal injury Place rip guide through holes in saw base as shown in Figure 22 EDGE GUIDE RIP GUIDE PLACE RIP GUIDE THRU HOLES Fig 22 M Adjust rip guide to the width needed E Tighten rip guide screw securely When using a rip guide position the face of the rip guide firmly against the edge of workpiece This makes for a true cut without pinching the blade The guiding edge of workpiece must be straight for your cut to be straight Use caution to prevent the blade from binding in the cut MAINTENANCE WARNING When servicing use only identical Craftsman replacement parts Use of any other part may create a hazard or cause product damage A GENERAL Only the parts shown on parts list page 19 are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer All other parts represent an important part of the double insulation system and should be serviced only by a qualified Sears service technician Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use Use clean cloths to remove dirt carbon dust etc A WARNING Do not at any time let brake fluids gasoline petroleum based products penetrating
11. E FROM OIL AND GREASE Always use a clean cloth when cleaning Never use brake fluids gasoline petroleum based products or any strong solvents to clean your tool 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 CHECK DAMAGED PARTS Before further use of the tool a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or re placed by an authorized service center DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service center USE RIP FENCE Always use a fence or straight edge guide when ripping RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Continued SUPPORT LARGE PANELS To minimize the risk of blade pinching and kickback always support large panels as shown in Figure 9 page 10 When cutting operation requires the resting of the saw on the workpiece the saw should be rested on the larger portion and the smaller piece cut off LOWER BLADE GUARD A WARNING If lower blade guard must be raised A to make a cut always raise it with the retracting handle to avoid serious injury See Figure 20 Page 15
12. Owner s Manual CRAFTSMAN 7 1 4 in CIRCULAR SAW Double Insulated Model No 315 108990 Save this manual for future reference 4 CAUTION Read and follow e Safety all Safety Rules and Operating Features Instructions before first use of e Adjustments this product i e Operation Customer Help Line 1 800 932 3188 e Maintenance Parts List Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 USA SP Visit the Craftsman web page www sears com craftsman GR 972000 674 US 7 99 TABLE OF CONTENTS Free ete ete mom ana a noca o aaa 0000000400005003030000000000000020000000000000020020000000000000054R5O00000000000000000000DH00POODPRODGA LO L0G we ee NEO eet RTE POGODE OOOO BOBO R GA WON004090055000000000050000005D00205000664540000000500400550500020000000000500GP dSoE0500 muuu uz HU gt a Q ej a D ge D 0 WARRANTY FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN CIRCULAR SAW If this CRAFTSMAN Circular Saw fails to give complete satisfaction within one year from the date of purchase RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE IN THE UNITED STATES and Sears will repair it free of charge if this CRAFTSMAN Circular Saw is used for commercial or rental purposes this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Dept 817WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 INTRODUCTION Your
13. e cord hangs up on the workpiece during a cut release the switch trigger immediately Unplug your saw and reposition the cord to prevent it from hanging up again DANGER Using your saw with a damaged cord could result in serious injury or death If the cord has been damaged have it replaced before using your saw again A OPERATION Hold your saw firmly with both hands See Figure 14 RIGHT Fig 14 Squeeze the switch trigger to start your saw Always let the blade reach full speed then guide your saw into the workpiece A WARNING The blade coming in contact with the workpiece before it reaches full speed could cause your saw to kickback towards you resulting in serious injury When making a cut use steady even pressure Forcing causes rough cuts could shorten the life of your saw and could cause kickback REMEMBER When sawing through work the lower blade guard does not cover the blade exposing it on the underside of work Keep your hands and fingers away from cutting area Any part of your body coming in contact with the moving blade will result in serlous injury After you complete your cut release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a complete stop Do not remove your saw from workpiece while the blade is moving 12 A CAUTION When lifting your saw from the workpiece the blade is exposed on the underside of your saw until the lower blade guard closes Make sure lower guard is closed bef
14. en pressure E Always keep the correct blade depth setting the Never force cuts correct blade depth setting for all cuts should not I Do not cut warped or wet lumber exceed 1 4 inch be ow the material to be cut See Always hold your saw firmly with both hands and Figure 8 keep your body in a balanced position so as to resist the forces of kickback should it occur When using your saw always stay alert and exercise control Do not remove your saw from workpiece while the blade is moving DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENT Always keep correct blade depth setting The correct blade depth setting for all cuts should not exceed 1 4 inch below the material to be cut More blade depth will increase the chance of kickback and cause the cut to be rough TO ADJUST BLADE DEPTH E Unplug your saw A WARNING Failure to unplug your saw could result in accidental starting causing possible CORRECT BLADE DEPTH SETTING BLADE EXPOSED 1 4 in OR LESS Serious personal injury ON UNDERSIDE OF WORKPIECE Fig 8 EM Loosen wing nut See Figure 10 E Inspect the workpiece for knots or nails before beginning a cut Never saw into a knot or nail E Make straight cuts Always use a straight edge guide when rip cutting This helps prevent twisting the blade in the cut Mi Always use clean sharp and properly set blades Never make cuts with dull blades M To avoid pinching the blade support the workpiece properly before beginning a cut The right
15. hould be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts 60 Hz AC only normal household current Do not operate this tool on direct current DC A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat If your saw does not operate when plugged into an outlet double check the power supply SWITCH TRIGGER BEVEL CUT LENGTH OF BLADE ADJUSTMENT CUT SCALE WING NUT LOWER BLADE GUARD Fig 1 A WARNING Do not allow familiarity with your saw to make you careless Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury ADJUSTMENTS A WARNING Your saw should never be connected to power supply when you are assembling parts making adjustments assembling or removing blades cleaning or when not in use Disconnecting your saw will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury WARNING A 7 1 4 in blade is the maximum blade capacity of your saw Never use a blade that is too thick to allow outer blade washer to engage with the flat on the spindle Larger blades will come in contact with the biade guards while thicker biades will prevent blade screw from securing blade on spindle Either of these situations could result in a serious accident TO ASSEMBLE OR REMOVE BLADE E Unplug your saw A WARNING Failure to unplug your saw could result in accidental starting causing possible serious personal injury TO ASSEMBLE BLADE M Remove blade wrench f
16. ith blade teeth embedded in the wood turn blade screw counterclockwise to remove E Remove spring washer and outer blade washer D washer See Figure 2 Note Blade can be removed at this point Fig 3 gt LOWER BLADE GUARD HANDLE BLADE WRENCH BLADE SCREW Fig 4 OPERATION SAW BLADES The best of saw blades will not cut efficiently if they are not kept clean sharp and properly set Using a dull blade will place a heavy load on your saw and increase the danger of kickback Keep extra blades on hand so that sharp blades are always available Gum and wood pitch hardened on blades will slow your saw down Use gum and pitch remover hot water or kerosene to remove these accumulations Do not use gasoline BLADE GUARD SYSTEM The lower blade guard attached to your circular saw is there for your protection and safety it should never be altered for any reason If it becomes damaged or begins to return slow or sluggish do not operate your saw until the damage has been repaired or replaced Always leave guard in operating position when using saw A DANGER When sawing through workpiece lower blade guard does not cover blade on the underside of workpiece Since blade is exposed on underside of workpiece keep hands and fingers away from cutting area Any part of your body coming in contact with moving blade will result in serious injury See Figure 5 LOWER BLADE GUARD IS IN UP POSITION WHEN MAKING A
17. may use this tool If you loan someone this tool loan them these instructions also Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions It means attention Your A WARNING WEAR YOUR a FORESIGHT IS BETTER i m THAN NO SIGHT The operation of any circular saw can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes which can result in severe eye damage Before beginning power tool operation always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields available at Sears Retail Stores SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Horsepower 2 1 4 Cutting Depth at 45 Bevel Cut 1 13 16 in 46 mm Input 12 Amperes Cutting Depth at 51 5 Bevel Cut 1 5 8 in 41 mm Blade Diameter 7 1 4 in 184 mm Rating 120 volts 60 Hz AC Blade Arbor 5 8 in 16 mm No Load Speed 5 000 RPM Cutting Depth at 0 Bevel Cut 2 3 8 in 60 mm UNPACKING Your circular saw has been shipped completely A WARNING If any parts are missing do not assembled except for the blade Inspect it carefully to operate this tool until the missing parts are make sure no breakage or damage has occurred replaced Failure to do so could result in possible during shipping If any parts are damaged or missing serious persona injury contact your nearest Sears Retail Store to obtain replacement parts
18. on t carry plugged in tool with finger on switch Be sure switch is off when plugging in M MAKE SURE YOUR EXTENSION CORD IS IN GOOD CONDITION When using an extension cord be sure to use one 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 50 feet or less in length A cord exceeding 100 feet is not recommended If in doubt use the next heavier gage The smaller the gage number the heavier the cord OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS When tool is used outdoors use only extension cords suitable for use outdoors Outdoor approved cords are marked with the suffix W A for ex ample SJTW A or SJOW A KEEP BLADES CLEAN AND SHARP Sharp blades minimize stalling and kickback KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA Keep hands away from blades Do not reach underneath work while blade is rotating Do not attempt to remove cut material when blade is moving A WARNING Blades coast after turn off NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO SPHERE Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY and if damaged have repaired by authorized service facility Stay constantly aware of cord location and keep it well away from the rotating blade INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODI CALLY and replace if damaged KEEP HANDLES DRY CLEAN AND FRE
19. oors use an extension cord that is suitable for outdoor use The cord s jacket will be marked WA A CAUTION Keep extension cords away from the cutting area and position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber tools etc during cutting operation A WARNING Check extension cords before each use If damaged replace immediately Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury Extension cords suitable for use with your circular saw are available at your nearest Sears Retail Store NOTES CRAFTSMAN CIRCULAR SAW MODEL NUMBER 315 108990 CRAFTSMAN CIRCULAR SAW MODEL NUMBER 315 108990 The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing Always mention the model number in ail correspondence regarding your CIRCULAR SAW or when ordering repair parts SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS PARTS LIST Key Part Key Part No Number Description No Number Description 981579 001 Data Plate 17 612999 001 Blade Screw 969858 001 Gear and Spindle 18 623547 002 Spring Washer 999637 003 Bearing 19 981580 001 Logo Piate 969373 002 Lower Blade Guard Support 20 621433 018 Carriage Bolt 1 4 20 x 3 3 4 in 2 1 974999 001 Screw 10 16 x 3 4 in Pan Hd 4 21 974802 001 981581 001 Logo Plate 22 931744 059 968442 003 Fixed Blade Guard 23 621438 006 Wing Nut STD541625 968702 0
20. ore setting your saw down on work surface TO CROSS CUT OR RIP CUT When making a cross cut or rip cut align your line of cut with the outer blade guide notch on the saw base as shown in Figure 15 TOP VIEW OF SAW FRONT OF SAW ALIGN OUTER BLADE GUIDE NOTCH ON GUIDELINE SAW BASE WITH LINE OF CUT AS SHOWN WHEN MAKING CROSS CUTS OR RIP CUTS Fig 15 Since blade thicknesses vary always make a trial cut in scrap material along a guideline to determine how much if any the guideline must be offset to produce an accurate cut Note The distance from the line of cut to the guideline is the amount you should offset the guideline OPERATION TO BEVEL CUT The angle of cut of your saw may be adjusted to any desired setting between zero and 51 5 Note When making cuts at 51 5 blade should be set at full depth of cut with edge guide screw removed When making 45 bevel cuts there is a notch in the saw base to help you line up the blade with the line of cut See Figure 16 ADJUSTMENT WING NUT GUIDELINE ALIGN INNER BLADE GUIDE NOTCH ON SAW BASE WITH LINE OF CUT AS SHOWN WHEN i MAKING 45 BEVEL CUTS Fig 16 Align your line of cut with the inner blade guide notch on the saw base when making 45 bevel cuts Since blade thicknesses vary and different angles require different settings always make a trial cut in scrap material along a guideline to determine how much you should offset the guideline on the boa
21. ot use if lower blade guard does not close briskly over saw blade Servicing of a tool with double insulation 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 your nearest Sears Store for repair Always use original factory replacement parts when servicing A WARNING If saw is dropped lower blade guard or bumper may be bent restricting full return If lower blade guard or bumper become bent or damaged replace them before reuse M KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents M AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT Don t use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose to rain Keep work area well fit M 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 tool or extension cord E STORE IDLE TOOLS When not in use tools should be stored in a dry and high or locked up place out of the reach of children m DON T FORCE TOOL It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Continued M USE RIGHT TOOL Don t force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy duty tool Don t use tool for purpose not intended for example A circu ar saw should never be used for cutting tree limbs or logs E WEAR PROPER APPAREL Do not wear loose clothing o
22. r jewelry that can get caught in tool s moving parts and cause personal injury Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended when working outdoors Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair and keep it from being drawn into nearby air vents E ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses they are not safety glasses E PROTECT YOUR LUNGS Wear a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty E PROTECT YOUR HEARING Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation M DON T ABUSE CORD Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle Keep cord from heat oil and sharp edges M SECURE WORK Use clamps or a vise to hold work It s safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool M DON T OVERREACH Keep proper footing and balance at all times Do not use on a ladder or unstable support Secure tools when working at elevated positions MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance Foliow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories E DISCONNECT TOOLS When not in use before servicing or when changing attachments blades bits cutters etc all tools should be disconnected from power supply M REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on E AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING D
23. rd to be cut When making a bevel cut hold your saw firmly with both hands as shown in Figure 17 Rest the front edge of the base on the workpiece Squeeze the switch trigger to start your saw Always let the blade reach full speed then guide your saw into the workpiece BLADE GUARD Fig 17 A WARNING The biade coming in contact with the workpiece before it reaches full speed could cause saw to kickback toward you resulting in serious injury After you complete your cut release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a complete stop After the blade has stopped lift your saw from the workpiece TO ADJUST BEVEL SETTING E Unplug your saw A WARNING Failure to unplug your saw could result in accidental starting causing possible serious personal injury m Loosen wing nut See Figure 16 M Raise motor housing end of saw until you reach desired angle setting on bevel scale See Figure 16 M Tighten wing nut securely A WARNING Attempting bevel cut without wing nut securely tightened can result in serious injury 13 OPERATION POSITIVE 0 BEVEL STOP TO ADJUST See Figure 18 B Unplug your saw AD tae tm wj A WARNING Failure to unplug your saw could WING NUT result in accidental starting causing possible serious personal injury E Loosen wing nut E Loosen hex nut securing adjustment screw Turn screw and adjust base until square with saw blade Tighten hex nut and wing nut securel
24. rom storage area See Figure 1 M Remove blade screw spring washer and outer blade washer D washer See Figure 2 SPINDLE LOWER BLADE GUARD HANDLE BLADE OUTER BLADE WASHER D WASHER BLADE SCREW SPRING WASHER NNER BLADE WASHER Fig 2 Note Turn blade screw counterclockwise to remove E Wipe a drop of oil onto inner blade washer and outer blade washer D washer where they contact blade A WARNING If inner blade washer has been removed replace it before placing biade on spindle Failure to do so could cause an accident since blade will not tighten properly M Fit saw blade inside lower blade guard and onto spindie Note The saw teeth point upward at the front of saw as shown in Figure 2 m Replace D washer and spring washer Note Cupped side of spring washer goes against D washer See Figure 3 OUTER BLADE WASHER D WASHER OUTSIDE OF SPRING WASHER CUPPED SIDE OF SPRING WASHER M Replace blade screw Tighten blade screw securely Note Turn blade screw clockwise to tighten M Return blade wrench to storage area Note Always place angled portion of blade wrench up as shown in Figure 1 REMEMBER Never use a blade that is too thick to allow the D washer to engage with the flat on the spindle TO REMOVE BLADE E Remove blade wrench from storage area See Figure 1 m Place your saw on a piece of scrap wood as shown in Figure 4 and remove biade screw Note W
25. sult 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 NOTE Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment DOUBLE INSULATION IMPORTANT Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools which eliminates the need for the usual three wire grounded power cord All exposed metal parts are isolated from internal metal motor components with protecting insulation Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded A WARNING Do not attempt to operate this tool 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 owner s manual and review frequently for continuing safe operation and instructing others who may use this tool READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS E KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL Read owner s manual carefully Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool M GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY PREVENTING BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED SURFACES For example pipes radiators ranges refrigerator enclosures M KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN WORKING ORDER Never wedge or tie lower blade guard open Check operation of lower blade guard before each use Do n
26. y A WARNING Attempting to make cuts without HEX NUT wing nut securely tightened can resuit in serious POSITIVE 0 BEVEL STOP injury CARPENTER S SQUARE i SAW BLADE LENGTH OF CUT SCALE See Figure 19 Fig 18 Your saw has a positive 0 bevel stop that has been factory adjusted to assure 0 angle of your saw blade when making 90 cuts However misalignment can tis occur during shipping OS TO CHECK E Unplug your saw LENGTH OF CUT SCALE Fig 19 4 WARNING Failure to unplug your saw could A length of cut scale has been provided on the base result in accidental starting causing possible of your saw It is parallel with the saw blade and can serious personal injury be used to measure the distance into material the i blade has cut Note Six inches is the maximum E Place your saw in an upside down position on tength of cut that can be measured Also it is workbench See Figure 18 accurate only when the depth of cut is set at full maximum depth E Using a carpenter s square check squareness of saw blade to the base of your saw 14 OPERATION TO POCKET CUT See Figure 20 A WARNING Always adjust bevel setting to zero before making a pocket cut Attempting a pocket cut at any other setting can result in loss of control of your saw possibly causing serious injury Adjust the bevel setting to zero set blade to correct blade depth setting and swing the lower blade guard up using the lower blade guard handle
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