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Owner's Manual

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ORBITAL ACTION SABRE SAW

Double Insulated

Model No.

315.172281

Save this manual for

future reference

j_ CAUTION :Readand follow

all Safety Rules and Operating

Instructions before first use of

this product.

•Safety

•Features

• Operation

• Maintenance

•Parts List

Customer Help Line 1-800-932-3188

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA

Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman

972000-902

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• TableOfContents..........................................................................................................................................2

• Warranty.........................................................................................................................................................2

• Introduction.....................................................................................................................................................2

• RulesForSafeOperation..........................................................................................................................3-5

• ProductSpecifications....................................................................................................................................6

• Unpacking.......................................................................................................................................................6

• Accessories....................................................................................................................................................6

• Features.........................................................................................................................................................7

• Operation..................................................................................................................................................8-13

• Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................15

• ExplodedViewandRepairPartsList.....................................................................................................16-17

• PartsOrdering/Service ............................................................................................................................... 18

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ORBITAL ACTION SABRE SAW

If this rRAFTSMAN Orbital Action Sabre 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 rRRFTSHAN Orbital Action Sabre Saw is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies

for onty 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.

,_ CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire

owner's manual before using your new saw. Pay

close attention to the Rules For Safe Operation,

Warnings and Cautions. If you use your saw

properly and only for what it is intended, you will

enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

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

ASAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates caution or warning. May be used in conjunction with

other symbols or pictographs.

NOTE:

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.

DOUBLE INSULATION

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.

,_ 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

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.

GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by

preventing body contact with grounded surfaces.

For example; pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigera-

tor enclosures.

•KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN WORKING

ORDER.

IMPORTANT

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.

KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas

and benches invite accidents.

AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't

use power tools in damp or wet locations or

expose to rain. Keep 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 tool or extension cord.

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.

DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better

and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or

attachment to do the job of aheavy duty tool.

Don't use tool for purpose not intended - for

example - A circular saw should never be used

for cutting tree limbs or logs.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose

clothing or 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.

ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday

eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses;

they are not safety glasses.

PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust

mask if the cutting operation is dusty.

PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing

protection during extended periods of operation.

DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord

or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep

cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

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.

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.

Follow instructions for lubricating and changing

accessories.

DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before

servicing, or when changing attachments,

blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be

disconnected from power supply.

REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND

WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that

keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from

tool before turning it on.

AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Don't carry

plugged-in tool with finger on switch. Be sure

switch is off when plugging in.

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 16 is recommended for an

extension cord 100 feet or less in length. A cord

exceeding 100 feet is not recommended. If in

doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller

the gage number, the heavier the cord.

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 moving. Do not

attempt to remove cut material when blade is

moving.

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 blade.

INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODI-

CALLY and replace if damaged.

KEEP HANDLES 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

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. Aguard 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.

CUTTING INTO ELECTRICAL WIRING IN

WALLS CAN CAUSE BLADE, BLADE CLAMP,

AND SAW BAR ASSEMBLY TO BECOME

ELECTRICALLY LIVE. Do not touch metal parts

when cutting into a wall; grasp only the insulated

handle(s) provided on the tool. Make sure bidden

electrical wiring, water pipes, and mechanical

hazards are not in the blade path when cutting

into a wall.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

•AVOID CUTTING NAILS. Inspect for and

remove all nails from lumber before cutting.

_, WARNING: TO AVOID POSSIBLE

HSERIOUS INJURY, KEEP HANDS AND

FINGERS FROM BETWEEN THE GEAR

HOUSING AND SAW BLADE CLAMP.

•NEVER touch the blade or other moving parts

during use.

• NEVER start a tool when its moving 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 who

may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool,

loan them these instructions also.

AWARNING: 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.

_k' Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention(H Your

safety is involved.

,_ WARNING:

The operation of any 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. Always wear eye protection which is

marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

LengthofStroke

StrokesPerMinute

Rating

Input

3/4in.

0 - 3000spm

120Volts,60Hz,AC

4.0Amperes

Switch

OrbitalMotion

Blade/Hex Key Storage

Net Weight

Variable Speed

3.4 Ibs.

Your saw has been shipped completely assembled

except for the blade. Inspect it carefully to make sure

no breakage or damage has occurred during shipping.

If any parts are damaged or missing, contact your

nearest Sears Retail Store to obtain replacement parts

before attempting to operate saw. A blade, vacuum

attachment, and this owner's manual are also

included.

_1_ WARNING: If any parts are missing, do not

operate this toot until the missing parts are

replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible

serious personal injury.

The following recommended accessories are currently available at Sears Retail Stores.

•Bi-Metal Blades •General Purpose Blades

•Blade Assortment Sets •Metal Cutting Blades

• Fine Scrolling Blades • Wood Cutting Blades

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

KNOW YOUR SAW

See Figure 1.

Before attempting to use your saw, familiarize yourself

with all operating features and safety requirements.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Your saw has a precision built electric motor. It should

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). Asubstantial

voltage drop will cause a loss of power and

overheating. If your tool does not operate when

plugged into an outlet, double-check the power supply.

LOCK-ONBUTTON

CHIP SHIELD

A clear plastic chip shield is installed on the front of

your saw for protection against flying dust and chips.

The flip-up design of the chip shield makes installing

and removing blades easier. For your protection, do

not use saw without chip shield properly in place.

APPLICATIONS

(Use only for the purpose listed below)

•Cutting wood surfaces.

• Cutting thin sheet metal.

• Cutting plastics and laminates.

VARIABLESPEED

CONTROLSELECTOR SWITCH

TRIGGER

CHIP

SHIELD (_

ORBITAL

BASE BLADESTORAGE

AREA HEX KEY

STORAGEAREA

VACUUMATTACHMENT

Fig. 1

,_ WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless. Remember that acareless fraction of

a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.

SWITCH

See Figure 2.

To turn your saw ON, depress the switch trigger.

Release switch trigger to turn your saw OFF.

LOCK-ONBuI-rON

speed and power limits. The speed and power of your

saw can be increased or decreased by rotating the

variable speed control selector in the direction of the

arrows shown in Figure 3.

Note: Hold your saw in normal operating position and

turn the variable speed control selector counterclock-

wise to increase speed and power. Turn clockwise to

decrease speed and power.

SWITCH

TRIGGER

Fig. 2

LOCK-ON BUTTON

See Figure 2.

Your saw is equipped with alock-on feature, which is

convenient when continuous cutting for extended

periods of time is required. To lock-on, depress the

switch trigger, push in and hold the lock-on button

located on the side of the handle, then release switch

trigger. Release lock-on button and your saw will

continue running.

To release the lock, depress the switch trigger and

release.

If you have the lock-on feature engaged during use

and your saw becomes disconnected from power

supply, disengage the lock-on feature immediately.

_h, WARNING: Before connecting your saw to

power supply source, always check to be sure it

is not in lock-on position (depress and release

switch trigger). Failure to do so could result in

accidental starting of your saw resulting in

possible serious injury. Also, do not lock the

trigger on jobs where your saw may need to be

stopped suddenly.

VARIABLE SPEED

See Figure 3.

Your saw has avariable speed control selector

designed to allow operator control and adjustment of

TO DECREASE INCREASE

SPEED SPEED

VARIABLESPEED

CONTROLSELECTOR Fig. 3

If you desire to lock the switch on at a given speed,

depress the switch trigger, push in and hold the lock-

on button, and release the switch trigger. Next, adjust

the variable speed control selector until the desired

speed is reached.

Note: If the variable speed control selector is fully

turned in the clockwise direction (zero setting) your

saw may not run.

Note: If you desire not to use the variable speed

control selector, turn it in the full counterclockwise

direction. This will allow the speed of your saw to be

controlled by the amount of switch trigger depression.

Avoid running your saw at low speeds for extended

periods of time. Running at low speeds under con-

stant usage may cause your saw te become over-

heated. If this occurs, cool your saw by running it

without a load and at full speed.

The following guidelines may be used in determining

correct speed for various applications:

LOW speed is ideal when minimum speed and power

is required, for example, starting cuts.

MEDIUM speed is suitable for cutting hard metals,

plastics, and laminates.

HIGH speed produces best results when maximum

power is required, for example, cutting wood. Soft

metals such as aluminum, brass, and copper also

require high speeds.

BLADE AND HEX KEY STORAGE

See Figure 4.

Convenient features on your saw are blade and hex

key storage areas. As shown in Figure 4, the blade

storage area is located onthe back of your saw and the

hex key storage area is located on the base. They are

convenient for storing extra blades, storing blades when

not in use, and storing the hex key provided with your

saw.

TO INSTALL BLADES

See Figure 5.

• Unplug your saw.

,_ WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could

result in accidental starting causing possible

serious injury.

BLADE

CLAMP CHIP

SHIELD

BLADE

SCREW

ROLLER

SCREW GUIDE

BLADE HEXKEY

STORAGE STORAGEAREA

SAW AREA

BLADE Fig. 4

BLADE STORAGE

To open: Push the door down with your thumb or

finger,

Place blades in blade storage area.

To close: Push the door up with your thumb or finger.

HEX KEY STORAGE

Insert hex key into storage area when not in use. It is

located on the base of your saw as shown in Figure 4.

_. WARNING: Do not insert saw blade or hex key

into air vents. They could come in contact with

electrically live internal parts, and cause electri-

cal shock resulting in serious injury.

_, WARNING: Your saw should never be con-

nected to power supply when you are assem-

bling parts, making adjustments, installing or

removing blades, or when not in use. Discon-

necting your saw will prevent accidental starting

that could cause serious injury.

SAW

BLADE

• Raise chip shield.

1/8 in.

HEXKEY

Fig. 5

• Using the 1/8 in. hex key provided, loosen the blade

screws in the blade clamp.

• Insert saw blade as far as possible into slot in saw

bar.

• Check to make sure the back of the saw blade is

properly positioned in the groove of the roller guide.

• Tighten blade screws securely against blade.

Note: The holes in the saw blades were not

designed for alignment with the screw hole on the

blade clamp.

• Lower chip shield.

_, WARNING: TO avoid possible serious injury,

always wear safety goggles or safety glasses

with side shields. Keep hands and fingers from

between the motor housing and blade clamp, and

do not reach underneath work while blade is

cutting.

,_ WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, do

not use saw without chip shield properly in place.

GENERAL CUTTING

See Figure 6.

Rest the front of the saw base on the workpiece and

align cutting edge of the blade with the line on your

workpiece. Make sure the power cord is out of your

way and not in the line of cut. Start your saw and

move it forward on the work surface. Apply downward

pressure to keep the sew steady and only enough

forward pressure to keep the blade cutting.

ORBITAL MOTION

See Figure 6.

The blade of your saw cuts in orbital motion. This

feature is adjustable and provides faster more efficient

cutting. With orbital motion the blade cuts through

your work in the upstroke but does not drag across

your work in the downstroke. The higher settings

should be used when fast cutting in soft material is

desired. The lower settings should be used when

cutting materials with more resistance.

STRAIGHT CUT

See Figure 6.

A straight cut can be made by clamping a piece of

wood or straightedge to the workpiece and guiding the

edge of your saw against it. Make the cut from one

direction only: don't cut halfway and complete the cut

from the opposite end.

SCROLL CUTTING

See Figure 7.

Scroll cuts can be made with your saw by guiding the

direction of the cut with applied pressure on the

handle as shown in Figure 7.

TO DECREASE

ORBITAL SETTING

ro INCREASE

ORBITALSETrlNG

Fig. 6

DO NOT FORCE YOUR SAW

Forcing your saw may overheat the motor and break

saw blades. Broken blades can be reused by loosen-

ing the blade screws until the portion left in the blade

clamp drops out, then putting the remainder of the

blade back into the blade clamp and retightening the

blade screws. It may be necessary to flatten the tooth

set in the area to be inserted into the blade clamp

when using broken blades.

Fig. 7

_. WARNING: Excessive side pressure to the

blade could result in broken blades or damage to

the material being cut.

ANGLE CUTTING (Bevel Cutting)

See Figures 8 and 9.

Bevel cutting angles may be adjusted from 0° to 45 °

right or left. Angles for cuts from 0° to 45° in t 5°

increments are marked on a scale on both the left and

right side of the base. Notches on the rear of the base

provide positive stops at each of the above mentioned

15°increments. A protractor is recommended when

accurate cuts are required.

•Using the 1/8 in. hex key provided, loosen the base

pivot screws until the base can be moved.

•Slide base forward slightly until base pivot screws

can move freely in slots in base. See Figure 8.

Note: Clamp plate should always be in full rear

position, as shown in Figure 8, unless vacuum

attachment is in use.

BASEPIVOTSCREWS

CLAMPPLATE WlDE SLOT

Note: When making a set-up for accurate cuts with

a protractor, or for angles other than the preset 15°

increments, the positive stop notches on the rear of

the base are not used.

• Tighten the base pivot screws securely.

• Return hex key to storage area.

Note: The wide slot in the base must be used when

making bevel cuts, scroll cuts, plunge cuts, and when

cutting metal.

PLUNGE CUTTING

See Figure 10.

_, WARNING: To avoid loss of control, broken

blades, or damage to the material being cut,

always use extreme caution when making plunge

cuts. We do not recommend plunge cutting on

materials other than wood.

SLOT

1/8 in. HEXKEY BASE

Fig. 8

•Align the mark, on the base, of the desired angle

with the edge of the motor housing.

• Once the desired angle is reached, slide base back

until tab on motor housing aligns with the appropri-

ate notch on rear of base. See Figure 9.

TAB

SCALE

SLOT(S)

Fig. 10

TO MAKE A PLUNGE CUT

• Mark the line of cut clearly on the workpiece.

• Set the cutting angle at 0°.

•Tilt your saw forward so that it rests on the front

edge of the base and blade will not come in

contact with the workpiece when the saw is turned

on.

•Make sure the blade is inside the area to be cut.

•Using high speed, start your saw and slowly lower

the blade into the workpiece until the blade cuts

through the wood. See Figure 10.

• Continue lowering the blade into the workpiece

until the base rests flat on the work surface, then

move the saw forward to complete the opening.

•Use only the 7 teeth per inch blade for this type of

cut.

Fig. 9

SPLINTER-FREE CUTTING

See Figure 11.

The base of your saw has a narrow slot to permit

splinter-free cutting. It is especially useful when

cutting plywood. This feature should only be used

when making straight cuts or circle cuts. It is not for

bevel cutting or plunge cutting.

Note: The non-orbital setting also helps reduce

splintering when cutting plywood.

HOW TO POSITION BASE IN THE SPLINTER-FREE

CUTTING POSITION:

• Unplug your saw.

SLIDEBASE

FORWARD

1/8 in.

HEXKEY

BASEPIVOTSCREWS CLAMP

PLATE

NARROWSLOTUSEDFOR

SPLINTER-FREECUTTING

BASE

_. WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could

result in accidental starting causing possible

serious injury.

• Using the 1/8 in. hex key provided, loosen base pivot

screws and slide base forward. See Figure 11.

• Always set the cutting angle at 0° for splinter-free

cutting. To set cutting angle at 0°, align the 0°mark

on the scale with the edge of the motor housing.

Note: When setting angle at 0° for splinter-free

cutting, the positive stop notches on the rear of the

base are not used.

Note: Clamp plate should always be in full rear

position, as shown in Figure 11, unless vacuum

attachment is in use.

• Tighten base pivot screws securely.

• Remove hex key and return it to storage area.

METAL CUTTING

Many kinds of metals can be cut with your saw. Be

careful not to twist or bend the blades. Do not force. If

the blade chatters or vibrates excessively, use a finer-

tooth blade or higher speed. If blade heats excessively,

use lower speed. If blade teeth become filled or clogged

when cutting soft metals, such as aluminum, use a

coarser-tooth blade or lower speed. We recommend use

of oil when cutting metals to keep blades cool, increase

cutting action, and prolong blade life. Clamp the work

firmly and saw close to the clamping point to eliminate

any vibration of the work being cut.

When cutting conduit, pipe or angle iron, clamp work in a

vise if possible and saw close to the vise. To cut thin

sheet materials, "sandwich" the material between

hardboard or plywood and clamp the layers to eliminate

vibration and material tearing. By doing this, the material

will be cut smoothly. Lay out your pattern or line of cut

on top of the "sandwich".

Important - When cutting metal, keep exposed portion

of saw bar clean and free of metal chips by wiping

frequently with an oily cloth. Use extreme caution in

disposing of oily cloth after completion of job to prevent

potential fire hazard.

SCALEAT 0 °

BASESHOWNIN

SPLINTER-FREE

CUTTINGPOSITION

Fig. 11

DUSTLESS FEATURE

See Figures 12 and 13.

For dustless operation, a vacuum attachment has

been provided with your saw. It attaches to the saw

base.

TO INSTALL:

• Unplug your saw.

_IL WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could

result in accidental starting causing possible

serious injury.

• Remove blade from saw.

• Using the 1/8 in. hex key provided, loosen the base

pivot screws and slide clamp plate forward. See

Figure 12.

Note: This position is for vacuum attachment use

only. Sliding the clamp plate forward, covers the

dust blower chute and allows sawdust and chips to

be pulled back through the vacuum attachment.

• Using the 1/8 in. hex key provided, tighten the

base pivot screws.

• Remove hex key and return it to storage area.

BASEPIVOTSCREWS CLAMPPLATE

• Place front of saw base under the tabs located on

front of vacuum attachment and press to snap on.

See Figure 13.

BASE

EXHAUST

OPENING

TAB

VACUUM

TABS ATTACHMENT Fig. 13

CLAMPPLATESHOULDONLYBE

IN THISPOSITIONWHENVACUUM

ATTACHMENTIS IN USE

1/8 in. HEXKEY

BASE

Fig. 12

• Replace blade.

• Connect exhaust opening to dust collection system.

TO REMOVE:

• Unplug your saw.

_i, WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could

result in accidental starting causing possible

serious injury.

• Remove blade from saw.

• Spread tabs located on the rear of the attachment

then remove attachment from base.

• Using the 1/8 in. hex key provided, loosen the base

pivot screws and slide clamp plate to the rear.

Note: After removing vacuum attachment, clamp

plate must be slid back to the rear for normal

operating position. This allows the air to flow out

around the blade blowing sawdust and chips away

from the operators view of the line of cut.

OPTIONALEDGE GUIDE

See Figure 14.

An optional edge guide, part number 975225-001, is

available for use with your saw. It can be used for

making crosscuts and rip cuts.

TO INSTALL:

• Unplug your saw.

_lL WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could

result in accidental starting causing possible

serious injury.

• Insert arm through the two slots in the base of your

saw as shown in Figure 14.

•Adjust edge guide to the desired width and lock in

place with the edge guide screw.

EDGEGUIDE

BASE

Fig, 14

_IL WARNING: When servicing, use only identical

Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other

part may create a hazard or cause product

damage.

GENERAL

Only the parts shown on parts list, page 17, 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.

_1, WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids,

gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating

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.

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 lubrication 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 16 is

recommended for an extension cord 100 feet or less

in length. When working outdoors, use an extension

cord that is suitable for outdoor use. The cord's jacket

will be marked WA.

_IL 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.

_1, 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 saw are

available at your nearest Sears Retail Store.

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.

_CRAFTSMAN ORBITAL ACTION SABRE SAW - MODEL NUMBER 315.172281

SEE NOTE "A" PAGE 17

11 10

,-----CRAFTSMAN ORBITAL ACTION SABRE SAW - MODEL NUMBER 315.172281

IThe model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model }

number in all correspondence regarding your SABRE SAW or when ordering repair parts.

SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS

Key PaN

No. Number

1 982812-001

2975685-001

3974321-001

4 975083-001

5 974308-003

6 820193-005

7 975683-001

8 975682-000

9 974321-002

10 ***

11 974312-001

12 970740-002

13 975225-001

9720O0-902

PARTS LIST

Description Quan.

Data Plate ............................................................... 1

Logo Plate ............................................................... 1

* Screw (#10-24 x 3/8 in. Button Hd.) ........................ 1

Rubber Tube ........................................................... 1

Base Assembly ....................................................... 1

1/8 in. Hex Allen Wrench ........................................ 1

Clamp - Plate .......................................................... 1

Vacuum Attachment ............ _.................................. 1

* Screw (#10-24 x 1/2 in. Button Hd.) ........................ 2

Saw Blade ............................................................... 1

Chip Shield ............................................................. 1

* Set Screw (#1/4-28 x 1/4 in. Hex Soc. Hd.) ............ 2

Optional Edge Guide (Not Shown) ......................... 1

Owner's Manual

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 Catalog Order or Retail Store

for Service Center information.

* Standard Hardware Item -- May Be Purchased Locally

*** Complete Assortment Available At Your Nearest Sears Retail Store

Get it fixed, at your home or ours!

For repair of major brand appliances in your own home...

no matter who made it, no matter who sold it!

1-800-4-MY-HOME sMAnytime, day or night

(1-800-469-4663)

www,sears.com

To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics

for repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center.

1-800-488-1222 Anytime, day or night

www.sears.com

For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals

that you need to do-it-yourself, call Sears PartsDirect su!

1-800-366-PART 6 a.m.- 11 p.m. CST,

(1-800-366-7278) 7 days a week

www.sears.com/partsdirect

To purchase or inquire about a Sears Service Agreement:

1-800-827-6655

7 a.m. - 5 p.m. CST, Mon. - Sat.

Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio,

y para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio:

1-888-SU-HOGAR sM

(1-888"784-6427)

Au Canada pour service en fran(_ais:

1-877-LE-FOYER sM

(1-877-533-6937)

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