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PERATOR'S

10 in. TABLE SAW
Model No.
315.218280

,&
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the
user must read and understand the operator's
manual before using this product.
Customer

Help Line: 1-800-932-3188

Sears, Roebuck and Co., 3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman
Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman
987000-344
9-1-08 (REV:00)

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for future

IL 60179

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[] Warranty ...........................................................................................................................................................................

[] introduction

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[] General Safety Rules .....................................................................................................................................................

3-4

[] Specific Safety Rules .....................................................................................................................................................

4-5

[] Symbols .........................................................................................................................................................................

6-7

[] Electrical ...........................................................................................................................................................................

[] Glossary of Terms .............................................................................................................................................................

[] Features .....................................................................................................................................................................

10-12

[] Tools Needed .................................................................................................................................................................

[] Loose Parts ....................................................................................................................................................................

[] Assembly ...................................................................................................................................................................

15-19

[] Operation ...................................................................................................................................................................

19-32

[] Adjustments ...............................................................................................................................................................

33-35

[] Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................................................

[] Accessories ....................................................................................................................................................................

[] Troubleshooting .........................................................................................................................................................

37-38

[] Exploded View ...........................................................................................................................................................

39-46

[] Parts Ordering/Service

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ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY

ON CRAFTSMAN

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TOOL

If this Craftsman tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase. Call
1-800-4-MY-HOME ® to arrange for free repair. If this tool is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty will
apply for only ninety days from the date of purchase. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal nghts, and you may also have other nghts which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability
have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.

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WARNING:

Read and understand all instruc-

tions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below,
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
personal injury.

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.
[] GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY PREVENTING BODY CONTACT WiTH GROUNDED
SURFACES. For example, pipes, radiators, ranges,
refrigerator enclosures.
[] KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working order.
[] REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
[] KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or
pieces of wood on the saw while it is in operation.
[] DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS.
Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations or
expose 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
tool or extension cord while operating.
[] MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks and
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
[] DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and
safer at the feed rate for which it was designed.
[] USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force the tool or attachment
to do a job it was not designed for. Don't use it for a
purpose not intended.
[] 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 gauge 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 gauge. The smaller the
gauge number, the heavier the cord.
[] DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, or jewelry. They can get caught
and draw you into moving parts. Rubber gloves and
nonskid footwear are recommended when working
outdoors. Also wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
[] ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE
SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impactresistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

[] 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 tool.
[] DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
[] MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp
and clean for better and safer 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.
[] AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off
when plugging in any tool.
[] USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

Consult the

operator's manual for recommended accessories. The
use of improper accessories may risk injury.
[] NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur
if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
[] 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 must be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorized service center to avoid risk of personal
injury.
[] USE THE RIGHT DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work
into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of
blade or cutter only.
[] NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN THE POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it
comes to a complete stop.
[] 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.
[] DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and
sharp edges.
[] WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL OUTSIDE, USE
AN OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORD MARKED "W-A"
OR "W". These cords are rated for outdoor use and
reduce the risk of electric shock.
[] ALWAYS KEEP THE BLADE GUARD AND RIVING
KNIFE/SPREADER/SPLITTER
IN PLACE and in
working order.
[] KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP, AND WITH SUFFICIENT SET. Sharp blades minimize stalling and
kickback.
[] KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Keep
hands away from blades. Do not reach underneath

[]

work or around or over the blade while blade is rotating. Do not attempt to remove cut material when blade
is moving.
BLADE COASTS AFTER BEING TURNED OFF.

[] NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
[] INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY. If damaged,
have repaired by a qualified service technician at
an authorized service facility. 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. Repair
or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately. Stay
constantly aware of cord location and keep it well away
from the rotating blade.
[] INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and
replace if damaged.
[] GROUND ALL TOOLS. If tool is equipped with threeprong plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole
electrical receptacle.
[] 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.
[] USE ONLY CORRECT ELECTRICAL DEVICES: 3-wire
extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs
and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug.
[] DO NOT MODIFY the plug provided, if it will not fit the
outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
[] KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL
AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when clean-

[] FIRMLY BOLT THE SAW TO A WORK BENCH OR
LEG STAND at approximately waist height.
[] NEVER OPERATE THE SAW ON THE FLOOR.
[]

GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK. Kickback occurs
when the blade stalls rapidly and workpiece is driven
back towards the operator. It can pull your hand into
the blade resulting in serious personal injury. Stay out
of blade path and turn switch off immediately if blade
binds or stalls.

[] USE RIP FENCE. Always use a fence or straight edge
guide when ripping.
[] SUPPORT LARGE PANELS. To minimize risk of blade
pinching and kickback, always support large panels.

ing. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based
products, or any solvents to clean 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.
[] DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT
ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an
authorized service center.
[] USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Do not use blades
with incorrect size holes. Never use blade washers or
blade bolts that are defective or incorrect. The maximum blade capacity of your saw is 10 in. (254 mm).
[] BEFORE MAKING A CUT, BE SURE ALL ADJUST=
MENTS ARE SECURE.
[] BE SURE BLADE PATH IS FREE OF NAILS. Inspect
for and remove all nails from lumber before cutting.
[] NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving parts during
use.
[] NEVER START A TOOL WHEN ANY ROTATING
COMPONENT (S (N CONTACT W(TH THE WORKPIECE.
[] DO NOT OPERATE A TOOL WHILE UNDER THE
INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY
MEDICATION.
[] WHEN SERVICING use only identical replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or
cause product damage.
[] USE ONLY RECOMMENDED
ACCESSORIES
listed
in this manual or addendums. Use of accessories
that are not listed may cause the risk of personal
injury. Instructions for safe use of accessories are
included with the accessory.
[] DOUBLE CHECK ALL SETUPS. Make sure blade is
tight and not making contact with saw or workpiece
before connecting to power supply.

[] REMOVE ALL FENCES AND AUXILIARY TABLES
before transporting saw. Failure to do so can result in
an accident causing possible serious personal injury.
[] ALWAYS USE BLADE GUARD, SPREADER, AND
ANTI-KICKBACK
PAWLS on all "through-sawing"
operations. Through-sawing operations are those in
which the blade cuts completely through the workpiece
as in ripping or cross cutting. Keep the blade guard
down, the anti-kickback pawls down, and the spreader
in place over the blade.
[] ALWAYS SECURE WORK firmly against the rip fence
or miter gauge. NEVER use the rip fence during the
same operation as the miter gauge.

[] ALWAYS
USEA PUSH

STICK FOR RIPPING
NARROW STOCK. A push stick is a device used to
push a workpiece through the blade instead of using
your hands. Size and shape can vary but the push
stick must always be narrower than the workpiece to
prevent the push stick from contacting the saw blade.
When ripping narrow stock, always use a push stick,
so your hand does not come close to the saw blade.
Use a featherboard and push blocks for non-through
CutS.

[] NEVER perform any operation "freehand" which
means using only your hands to support or guide the
workpiece. Always use either the rip fence or miter
fence to position and guide the work.
[] NEVER stand or have any part of your body in line
with the path of the saw blade.
[] NEVER reach behind, over, or within three inches of
the blade or cutter with either hand for any reason.
[] MOVE THE RIP FENCE out of the way when cross
cutting.
[] DO NOT USE THE MITER GAUGE AND RIP FENCE
during the same operation.
[] NEVER use rip fence as cutoff gauge when cross
cutting.

e) Not ripping work that is twisted or warped or does
not have a straight edge to guide along the fence.
[]

IF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD IS DAMAGED, it must
be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service center to avoid risk.

[] AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND
POSITIONS where a sudden slip could cause your
hand to move into the cutting tool.
[] USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES listed in
this manual or addendums. Use of accessories that are
not listed may cause the risk of personal injury. Instructions for safe use of accessories are included with the
accessory.
[] MAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE LIGHT=
ING to see the work and that no obstructions will interfere with safe operation BEFORE performing any work
using the table saw.
[] ALWAYS TURN OFF SAW before disconnecting it, to
avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to power
supply.
[] ONLY USE BLADES within the thickness range
stamped on the spreader/riving knife.
[] THIS TOOL should have the following markings:
a) Wear eye protection.

[] NEVER attempt to free a stalled saw blade without
first turning the saw OFF and disconnecting the saw
from the power source.

b) Use saw blade guard and spreader/riving knife for
every operation for which it can be used, including
all through sawing.

[] PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPORT to the rear and
sides of the saw table for wide or long work pieces.

c) Keep hands out of the line of saw blade.

[] AVOID KICKBACKS
by:

d) Use a push stick when required.

(work thrown back toward you)

a) Keeping blade sharp.
b) Keeping rip fence parallel to the saw blade.
c) Keeping spreader, anti-kickback pawls, and
blade guard in place and operating.

d) Not releasing the work before it is pushed all the

e) Pay particular attention to instructions on reducing
risk of kickback.
f)

Do not perform any operation freehand.

g) Never reach around or over the saw blade.
[] SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them
frequently and use to instruct other users. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.

way past the saw blade using a push stick.

WARNING:

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction

contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
chemicals are:
•

activities

harm. Some examples of these

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.

Someofthefollowingsymbolsmaybeusedonthistool.Pleasestudythemandlearntheirmeaning.Proper
interpretation
ofthesesymbolswillallowyouto operatethetoolbetterandsafer.
SYMBOL
NAME
DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
V

Volts

Voltage

Amperes

Current

Hertz

Frequency (cycles per second)

Watt

Power

Minutes

Time

Alternating Current

Type of current

Direct Current

Type or a characteristic

No Load Speed

Rotational speed, at no load

[]

Class II Construction

Double-insulated

.../min

Per Minute

Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute

Wet Conditions Alert

Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

Read The Operator's Manual

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
operator's manual before using this product.

Eye Protection

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields and a full face shield when operating this product.

Safety Alert

Precautions that involve your safety.

No Hands Symbol

Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in
serious personal injury.

min

0
A

of current

construction

Thefollowingsignalwordsandmeanings
areintendedto explainthelevelsof riskassociated
withthisproduct.
SYMBOL

SIGNAL

MEANING

DANGER:

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.

WARNING:

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION:

Indicates
a potentially
hazardous
result
in minor
or moderate
injury. situation, which, if not avoided, may

CAUTION:

(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in
property damage.

SERVICE

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Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and
should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the product to
your nearest SEARS PARTS AND REPAIR SERVICE
CENTER for repair. When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts.

WARNING:

To avoid serious personal injury, do not

attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly
and understand completely the operator's manual. If
you do not understand the warnings and instructions
in the operator's manual, do not use this product.
Call the Craftsman Consumer Helpline at 1-800-9323188 for assistance.

WARNING:
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields and, when needed, a full face shield. We recommend Wide Vision
Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye
protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

EXTENSION

CORDS

SPEED AND WIRING

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 considerable
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 jacketed cords listed by Underwriter's Laboratories
(UL) should be used.
_*Ampere rating

The no-load speed of this tool is approximately 5,000 rpm.
This speed is not constant and decreases under a load or
with lower voltage. For voltage, the wiring in a shop is as
important as the motor's horsepower 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.

GROUNDING

This product must be grounded. 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.

(on tool data plate)

0-2.0

2.1-3.4

Cord Length

3.5-5.0

5.1-7.0

7.1-12.0

12.1-16.0

Wire Size (A.W.G.}

25'

50'

100'

Do not modify the plug provided. If it will not fit the outlet,
have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.
NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge

,_1I_ WARNING:
Improper installation of the grounding plug is able to result in a risk of electric shock.
When repair or replacement of the cord is required,
do not connect the grounding wire to either flat blade
terminal. The wire with insulation having an outer
surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is
the grounding wire.

When working with the tool outdoors, use an extension
cord that is designed for outside use. This is indicated by
the letters "W-A" or "W" on the cord's jacket.
Before using an extension cord, inspect it for loose or
exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.

WARNING:
Keep the extension cord clear of the
working area. Position the cord so that it will not get
caught on lumber, tools or other obstructions while
you are working with a power tool. Failure to do so
can result in serious personal injury.

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 immediately.
This product is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and
has a grounding plug similar to the plug illustrated in figure 1. Only connect the product to an outlet having the same
configuration as the plug. Do not use an adapter with this
product.

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.

ELECTRICAL

INSTRUCTIONS

CONNECTION

This tool is powered by a precision built electric motor. It
should be connected to a power supply that is 120 V, AC
only (normal household current}, 60 Hz. 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
the saw does not operate when plugged into an outlet,
double check the power supply.

J
GROUNDING
PiN

120V GROUNDED OUTLET
Fig. 1

Anti=KickbackPawls

(radial arm and table saws}
A device which, when properly installed and maintained,
is designed to stop the workpiece from being kicked back
toward the front of the saw during a ripping operation.

Non=Through Cuts
Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend
completely through the thickness of the workpiece.
Pilot Hole (drill presses)
A small hole drilled in a workpiece that serves as a guide
for drilling large holes accurately.

Arbor
The shaft on which a blade or cutting tool is mounted.
Bevel Cut

Push Blocks (for jointer planers)
Device used to feed the workpiece over the jointer planer
cutterhead during any operation. This aid helps keep the
operator's hands well away from the cutterhead.

A cutting operation made 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 the end) is angled rather than at 90 ° .

Push Blocks and Push Sticks (for table saws)
Devices used to feed the workpiece through the saw
blade during cutting operations. A push stick (not a push
block) should be used for narrow ripping operations.
These aids help keep the operator's hands well away from
the blade.

Compound Cut
A cross cut made with both a miter and a bevel angle.
Cross Cut
A cutting or shaping operation made across the grain or
the width of the workpiece.

Resaw
A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the
workpiece to make thinner pieces.

Cutter Head (planers and jointer planers)
A rotating cutterhead with adjustable blades or knives.
The blades or knives remove material from the workpiece.

Resin
A sticky, sap-based substance that has hardened.

Dado Cut
A non-through cut which produces a square-sided notch
or trough in the workpiece (requires a special blade).

Revolutions Per Minute (RPM)
The number of turns completed by a spinning object in
one minute.

Featherboard
A device used to help control the workpiece by guiding it
securely against the table or fence during any ripping
operation.
FPM or SPM

Ripping or Rip Cut
A cutting operation along the length of the workpiece.
Riving Knife/Spreader/Splitter
(table saws}
A metal piece, slightly thinner than the kerf, which helps
keep the kerf open and also helps to prevent kickback.

Feet per minute (or strokes per minute), used in reference
to blade movement.
Freehand
Performing a cut without the workpiece
fence, miter gauge, or other aids.

Saw Blade Path
The area over, under, behind, or in front of the blade. As
it applies to the workpiece, that area which will be or has
been cut by the blade.
Set

being guided by a

Gum

The distance that the tip of the saw blade tooth is bent (or
set) outward from the face of the blade.

A sticky, sap-based residue from wood products.
Heel
Alignment of the blade to the fence.

Snipe (planers}
Depression made at either end of a workpiece by cutter
blades when the workpiece is not properly supported.

Kerr
The material removed by the blade in a through cut or the
slot produced by the blade in a non-through or partial cut.

Through Sawing
Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely
through the thickness of the workpiece.
Throw=Back
The throwing back of a workpiece usually caused by the
workpiece being dropped into the blade or being placed
inadvertently in contact with the blade.

Kickback
A hazard that can occur when the blade binds or stalls,
throwing the workpiece back toward operator.
Leading End
The end of the workpiece
Miter Cut

pushed into the tool first.

Workpiece or Material
The item on which the operation is being done.
Worktable

A cutting operation made with the workpiece at any angle
to the blade other than 90 °.

Surface where the workpiece rests while performing a cutting, drilling, planing, or sanding operation.

PRODUCT

SPECiFiCATiONS

Blade Arbor ..............................................................

5/8 in.

Blade Diameter ..........................................................
Blade Tilt .................................................................

10 in.
0 ° - 45 °

Rating ..........................................

No Load Speed .................................... 5,000 r/min. (RPM)
Cutting Depth at 0°: ............................................... 3-1/4 in.
Cutting Depth at 45°: .............................................

2-3/8 in.

120 V-, 60 Hz, 15 Amps
BLADE
GUARD

ANTFKICKBACK
PAWLS
SPREADER/
RiViNG KNIFE

OUTFEED
SUPPORT

RiP FENCE

MITER
GAUGE

LOCKING
LEVER

BEVEL
SCALE

CORD
STORAGE

BEVEL
LOCKING
LEVER

BLADE
WRENCH
STORAGE

HEiGHT/BEVEL
ADJUSTING
HANDWHEEL
FRONT
RAiL

SWITCH
ASSEMBLY
Fig. 2

KNOWYOURTABLESAW

MITER GAUGE - The miter gauge aligns the wood for
a cross cut. The easy-to-read indicator shows the exact
angle for a miter cut, with positive stops at 90 ° and 45 °.

See Figure 2.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator's manual
as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all
operating features and safety rules.
ANTI-KICKBACK

MITER GAUGE GROOVES - The miter gauge rides in the
grooves on the saw table.
OUTFEED SUPPORT - This table extension at the back
of the tool gives the operator additional support when cutting long workpieces.

PAWLS - Kickback is a hazard in which

the workpiece is thrown back toward the operator. The
teeth on the removable anti-kickback pawls point away
from the workpiece. If the workpiece should be pulled
back toward the operator, the teeth dig into the wood to
help prevent or reduce the possibility of kickback.

RIP FENCE - A sturdy metal fence guides the workpiece
and is secured with the locking handle. Grooves run along
the top and sides of the rip fence for use with optional
clamps and accessories.
SCALE - Located on the front rail, the easy-to-read
provides precise measurements for rip cuts.

BEVEL SCALE - The easy-to-read scale on the front of
the cabinet shows the exact blade angle.

SLIDING TABLE EXTENSION - Located on right side of
the saw table, this table extension gives the operator
additional support when cutting wide workpieces.

BLADE - This saw is provided with a 36-tooth, 10 in.
carbide blade. The blade is raised and lowered with
the height/bevel adjusting handwheel. Bevel angles are
locked with the bevel locking lever.
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WARNING:

scale

SPREADER / RIVING KNIFE - A removable metal piece
of the blade guard assembly, slightly thinner than the saw
blade, which helps keep the kerf open and prevent kickback. When in the through sawing, or "up" position, it is
higher than the saw blade and becomes a spreader. When
in the non-through sawing, or "down" position, it is below
the saw blade teeth and becomes a riving knife.

Do not use blades rated less than the

speed of this tool. Failure to heed this warning could
result in personal injury.
BLADE GUARD - Always keep the removable blade guard
down over the saw blade for through-sawing cuts.

SWITCH ASSEMBLY - This saw has an easy access
power switch located below the front rail. To lock the
switch in the OFF position, remove the switch key from
the switch. Place the key in a location that is inaccessible
to children and others not qualified to use the tool.

BEVEL LOCKING LEVER - This lever, placed just under
the saw table surface on the front of the cabinet, locks the
angle setting of the blade.
HEIGHT/BEVEL ADJUSTING HANDWHEELLocated
on the front of the cabinet, use this handwheel to lower
and raise the blade for height adjustments or blade replacement. This handwheel also makes the adjustment for
bevel angles easy.

OPERATING

COMPONENTS

The upper portion of the blade projects up through the
table and is surrounded by an insert called the throat
plate. The height of the blade is set with a handwheel on
the front of the cabinet. To accommodate wide panels,
the saw table has rails on each side. Detailed instructions
are provided in the Operation section of this manual for
the basic cuts: cross cuts, miter cuts, bevel cuts, and
compound cuts.

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The rip fence is used to position work for lengthwise cuts.
A scale on the front rail shows the distance between the
rip fence and the blade.
It is very important to use the blade guard assembly for all
through-sawing operations. The blade guard assembly
includes: riving knife/spreader/splitter, anti-kickback
pawls, and blade guard.

POWER SWITCH
See Figure 3.

WARNING:
Always remove the switch key when
the tool is not in use and keep it in a safe place. In
the event of a power failure, turn the switch OFF
( O ) and remove the key. This action will prevent the
tool from accidentally starting when power returns.
WARNING:
Always make sure your workpiece is
not in contact with the blade before operating the
switch to start the tool. Failure to heed this warning
may cause the workpiece to be kicked back toward
the operator and result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of accidental starting, always make sure the switch is in the OFF ( O }
position before plugging tool into the power source.

SWITCH
ON

This saw is equipped with a power switch that has a
built-in locking feature. This feature is intended to prevent
unauthorized and possible hazardous use by children and
others.

SWITCH
OFF

TO TURN YOUR SAW ON:
[] With the switch key inserted into the switch, lift the
switch button to turn ON ( I ).
TO TURN YOUR SAW OFF:
[] Press the switch button down to turn OFF ( 0 ).
TO LOCK YOUR SAW:
[] Press the switch button down.
[] Remove the switch key from the switch and store in a
safe, secure location.
SW(TCHKEYREMOVED

Fig. 3

Thefollowingtools(notincludedordrawnto scale)areneededfor makingadjustments:

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FRAMINGSQUARE

PHiLLiPS
SCREWDRIVER

COMBINATION
SQUARE

FLATBLADE
SCREWDRIVER

Fig. 4

Thefollowingitemsareincludedwithyourtablesaw:

Fig. 5
A.
B.
C.
D.

Blade Guard ............................................................
Anti-Kickback Pawls ...............................................
Miter Gauge .............................................................
Rip Fence ................................................................

1
1
1
1

E. Handle Assembly ....................................................
R Push Stick ...............................................................
G. Blade Wrench ..........................................................

1
1
2

H. Hex Key, 5 mm ........................................................

UNPACKING

MOUNTING

This product requires assembly.

The table saw must be mounted to a firm supporting,
waist high surface such as a workbench or leg stand.
Four bolt holes have been provided in the saw's base for
this purpose. Each of the four mounting holes should be
bolted securely using 1/4 in. machine bolts, lock washers,
and hex nuts (not included). Bolts should be of sufficient
length to accommodate the saw base, lock washers, hex
nuts, and the thickness of the workbench. Tighten all four
bolts securely.

[] Carefully lift the saw from the carton and place it on a
level work surface.
[] Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or
damage occurred during shipping.
[] Do not discard the packing material until you have
carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.
[] The saw is factory set for accurate cutting. After
assembling it, check for accuracy. If shipping has
influenced the settings, refer to specific procedures
explained in this manual.

Carefully check the workbench after mounting to make
sure that no movement can occur during use. If any tipping, sliding, or walking is noted, secure the workbench to
the floor before operating.

[] If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-932-3188 for assistance.
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WARNING:

TO INSTALL THE HANDLE
See Figure 6.

If any parts are damaged or missing,

do not operate this tool until the missing parts are
replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible
serious personal injury.

ASSEMBLY

[] Lift the end cap off the handle assembly using a flat
blade screwdriver.
[]

WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this tool
or create accessories not recommended for use
with this tool. Any such alteration or modification is
misuse and could result in a hazardous condition

Hold the nylon nut securely and turn the screw counterclockwise to remove the nut completely.
NOTE: Do not remove the screw from the handle or the
washer from the end of the screw.

[] Place the nylon nut into the recessed hole on the back
of the height/bevel adjusting handwheel and hold in
place.

leading to possible serious personal injury.

HOLES

[] Slide the handle, screw, and washer into the hole on
the height/bevel adjusting handwheel.

WARNING:
Do not connect to power supply until
assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result
in accidental starting and possible serious personal
injury.

[] Using a flathead screwdriver, turn the screw clockwise
and tighten in place.
[] Push the end cap back in place on the end of the
handle.

WARNING:
Never stand directly in line with the
blade or allow hands to come closer than 3 in. to the
blade. Do not reach over or across the blade. Failure
to heed this warning can result in serious personal
injury.

NUT

WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always
make sure the table saw is securely mounted to a
workbench or an approved leg stand. NEVER operate the saw on the floor.

HANDLE
ASSEMBLY
HEiGHT/BEVEL
ADJUSTING
HANDWHEEL
15

END
CAP

Fig. 6

TO STORE THE TABLE SAW ACCESSORIES

RAISING
HANDLE

See Figures 7- 8.

LOWERING

THE TELESCOPING

See Figure 9.

The table saw has two convenient storage areas (one on
either side of the saw cabinet) specifically designed for
the saw's accessories.
When not in use, store accessories

AND

[] To raise the handle, grasp the button while pulling the
handle up.

securely.

NOTE: The handle will "click" as it locks in place.
[] To lower the handle, press the button while pushing the
handle down into the handle tube.

TELESCOPING
HANDLE

BUTTON

Fig. 9
TO MOVE THE SAW
See Figure 10.

BLADE
WRENCHES

[] Holding the telescoping handle firmly, tilt the saw
toward you until the saw is balanced on the wheels.

Fig. 7

PUSH STICK

[] Pull the saw to the desired location then either mount
to a firm supporting surface such as a workbench or
leg stand for immediate saw operation or store the saw
in a dry environment.

MITER
GAUGE
Fig. 8

1
J
16

Fig. 10

TO REMOVE/REPLACE

THE THROAT

PLATE

To place in riving knife position {or "down"
all non=through cutting}:

See Figure 11.

position for

[] Remove the throat plate.

[] Lower the blade by turning the height/bevel adjusting
handwheel clockwise.

[] Raise the saw blade by turning the height/bevel adjusting handwheel counterclockwise.

[] To remove the throat plate, place your index finger in
the hole and lift the front end pulling the throat plate
out toward the front of the saw.

[] Unlock the release lever by pulling it up.
[] Push the riving knife down until the internal pins are
engaged and the spreader is below the saw blade.

[] To reinstall the throat plate, slip the tab into the slot at
the back of the saw and push down to secure in place.

[] Lock the release lever by pushing the lever down.

THROAT
PLATE

[] Reinstall the throat plate.
RELEASE
LEVER
(UNLOCKED)

SPREADER/
_RIVING KNIFE

IN UP POSITIONFORTHROUGHCUTTING
Fig. 11
TO CHANGE BETWEEN
RIVING KNIFE

A SPREADER

AND A

RELEASE
LEVER
(LOCKED)

See Figure 12.
This saw is shipped with the spreader/riving knife placed
in the non-through cutting or "down" position (riving knife
position).
NOTE: The spreader/riving knife must be placed in the
through cutting, or "up" position (spreader position), for all
other cutting operations.
[] Unplug the saw.
To place in spreader
through cutting}:

position

(or "up" position for all

[] Remove the throat plate.
[] Raise the saw blade by turning the height/bevel adjusting handwheel counterclockwise.
IN DOWNPOSITIONFOR NON-THROUGHCUTTING

[] Unlock the release lever by pulling it up.
[] Grasp the spreader and pull up until the internal pins
are engaged and the spreader is above the saw blade.

Fig. 12

[] Lock the release lever by pushing the lever down.
[] Reinstall the throat plate.
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TO CHECK

SAW BLADE

INSTALLATION

TO INSTALL

See Figure 13.
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CAUTION:

THE ANTI-KICKBACK

PAWLS AND

BLADE GUARD
See Figures 14- 15.
To work properly, the saw blade teeth

NOTE: Anti-kickback
through cuts.

must point down toward the front of the saw. Failure
to do so could cause damage to the saw blade, the
saw, or the workpiece.
[] Unplug the saw.
[] Lower the saw blade by turning the height/bevel
adjusting handwheel clockwise and remove the throat
plate.

[]

Unplug the saw.

[]

Raise the saw blade.

[]

Place spreader/riving

knife in "up" position.

To install anti=kickback
pawls:
[] Press and hold the button on the right side of the antikickback pawls.

[] Make sure the bevel locking lever is securely pushed
to the left. Raise the saw blade to its full height by
turning the height/bevel adjusting handwheel counterclockwise.
[] Place spreader/riving

pawls should only be installed for

Align the slot in the pawls over the rear hole in the
spreader/riving knife.
Push the pawls down snapping them into place and
release the button.

knife in "up" position.

NOTE: Pull on the handle to make sure pawls are
securely locked.

To loosen the blade:
[] Using the smaller blade wrench, place the flat open
end on the flats on the arbor shaft.

To install blade guard:
[] With the front of the blade guard raised and the guard
lever unlocked, lower the back of the guard into the
middle hole of the spreader/riving knife. Push the front
of the guard down until it is parallel to the table.

[] Insert the closed end of the larger blade wrench over
the hex nut. Holding both wrenches firmly, pull the
larger wrench forward to the front of the machine.
To tighten the blade:
[] Using the smaller blade wrench, place the flat open
end into the flats on the arbor shaft.

[] Lock the guard in place by pushing the lever down.
NOTE: Blade alignment with the spreader can be adjusted
for different blade widths. Refer to: To Check and Align
the Spreader/Riving
Knife and Saw Blade. Check the
blade guard assembly for clearances and free movement.

[] Insert the closed end of the larger blade wrench over
the hex nut. Holding both wrenches firmly, push the
larger wrench to the back of the machine. Make sure
the blade nut is securely tightened. Do not overtighten.

BUTTON

NOTE: Arbor shaft has right-hand threads.

HANDLE

[] Reinstall the throat plate.
Check all clearances for free blade rotation. In cutting
operations, the scale will be set to the side of the blade
where the cut will be measured and made.
SMALLBLADE
WRENCH

LARGE
BLADEWRENCH
ANTI-KiCKBACK
PAWLS

Fig. 13

Fig. 14
18

BLADE
GUARD

[] Reposition the blade guard assembly left or right as
needed to align the spreader/riving knife with the saw
blade.

GUARD
LEVER

[] Once properly aligned, securely retighten the screws.
SCREW

I
I

Fig. 15
TO CHECK AND ALIGN THE SPREADER/RIVING
KNIFE AND SAW BLADE
See Figure 16.
NOTE: Only install spreader/riving
cuts.

knife for all through

SCREW
FRAMING
SQUARE

If the spreader/riving knife is out of alignment with the saw
blade, adjustment is needed.

SPREADER/
RIVINGKNIFE

To check alignment of the spreader/riving
knife:
[] Unplug the saw.
[] Raise the saw blade by turning the height/bevel adjusting handwheel counterclockwise.
[] Remove the anti-kickback pawls and place a framing
square or straight edge against both the saw blade and
the spreader.
NOTE: Place framing square between carbide teeth
and measure from blade. This step will insure framing
square is square against blade from the front to back of
blade.
[] The saw blade and spreader/riving knife are aligned
when the framing square contacts both the blade and
spreader/riving knife evenly with no gaps.
To adjust:
[] Remove the blade guard.
[] Loosen the screws holding the mounting bracket.

Fig. 16

WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with tools to
make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.

WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of
this tool. The use of attachments or accessories not
recommended

WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when operating tools.
Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown
into your eyes in possible serious injury.

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WARNING:

can result in serious personal injury.
Although many of the illustrations in

this manual are shown with the blade guard removed
for clarity, do not operate the saw without the blade
guard unless specifically instructed to do so.
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Jl,

WARNING:
The table saw must be mounted to a
firm supporting, waist high surface such as a workbench or leg stand. Many illustrations in this manual
are shown with the saw unmounted for clarity.

PUSH STICK_

APPLICATIONS
You may use this tool for the purposes listed below:
[] Straight line cutting operations such as cross cutting,
ripping, mitering, beveling, and compound cutting
[] Dado or molding cuts with optional accessories
[] Cabinet making and woodworking
NOTE: This table saw is designed to cut wood and wood
composition products only.
BASIC OPERATION

OF THE TABLE

SAW

The 3-prong plug must be plugged into a matching outlet
that is properly installed and grounded according to all
local codes and ordinances. Improper connection of the
equipment can result in electric shock. 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
section in this manual.
CAUSES

PUSHBLOCKS
Fig. 17
[] 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 rip fence when rip cutting and the miter
gauge when cross cutting. This helps prevent twisting
the wood in the cut.

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 saw blade, they may
be jerked loose from the workpiece and may contact the
blade. Kickback can cause serious injury. Use precautions
to avoid the risks.

[] Always use clean, sharp, and properly-set
Never make cuts with dull blades.

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.

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

[] Do not cut wet or warped lumber.

[] Making a cut with incorrect blade depth
[] Sawing into knots or nails in the workpiece
[] Failing to support work

[] Always hold your workpiece firmly with both hands or
with push sticks. Keep your body in a balanced position to be ready to resist kickback should it occur.
Never stand directly in line with the blade.

[] Forcing a cut

[] Use the right type of blade for the cut being made.

[] Cutting warped or wet lumber
[] Using the wrong blade for the type of cut

CUTTING

[] Twisting the wood while making a cut

[] Not following correct operating procedures

Push sticks are devices used for safely pushing a
workpiece through the blade. They can be made in various sizes and shapes from scrap wood to use in a specific
project. The stick must be narrower than the workpiece,
with a 90 ° notch in one end and shaping for a grip on the
other end.

[] Misusing the saw
[] Failing to use the anti-kickback
[] Cutting with a dull, gummed-up,
blade
AVOIDING

AIDS

See Figure 17.

pawls
or improperly set

KICKBACK

A push block has a handle fastened by recessed screws
from the underside. Be sure the screw is recessed. Use it

[] Always use the correct blade depth setting. The top of
the blade teeth should clear the workpiece by 1/8 in. to
1/4 in.

on non-through

cuts.

FEATHERBOARD

HOW TO MOUNT
See Figure 19.

A featherboard is a device used to help control the
workpiece by guiding it securely against the table or
fence. Featherboards are especially useful when ripping
small workpieces and for completing non-through cuts.
The end is angled with a number of short kerfs to give a
friction hold on the workpiece and locked in place on the
table with a C-clamp. Test that it can resist kickback.
,J_lb,WARNING:

A FEATHERBOARD

Completely lower the saw blade. Position the rip fence to
the desired adjustment for the cut to be performed and
lock the rip fence. Place the workpiece against the fence
and over the saw blade area. Adjust the featherboard
to apply resistance to the workpiece just forward of the
blade. Attach a C-clamp to secure the featherboard to the
edge of the saw table.

Place the featherboard against the

uncut portion of the workpiece to avoid kickback
that could cause serious personal injury.
HOW TO MAKE A FEATHERBOARD
See Figure 18.
The featherboard is an excellent project for your saw.
Select a solid piece of lumber approximately 3/4 in.
thick, 3-5/8 in. wide and 18 in. long. Mark the center of
the width on one end of the stock. Miter one-half of the
width to 30 ° and miter the other half of the same end

WARNING:
The featherboard must be installed in
front of the blade. Do not locate the featherboard to
the rear of the blade. Kickback can result from the
featherboard pinching the workpiece and binding the
blade in the saw kerf if positioned improperly. Failure
to heed this warning can result in serious personal
injury.
PUSHBLOCK

to 45 ° (see page 28 for information on miter cuts). Mark
the board from the point at 6 in., 8 in., 10 in. and 12 in.
Drill a 3/8 in. hole at the 8 in., 10 in., and 12 in. marks.
Prepare the saw for ripping as discussed on page 27.
Set the rip fence to allow approximately a 1/4 in. "finger" to be cut in the stock. Feed the stock only to the
mark previously made at 6 in. Turn the saw OFF and allow the blade to completely stop rotating before removing the stock. Reset the rip fence and cut spaced rips
into the workpiece to allow approximately
1/4 in. fingers
and 1/8 in. spaces between the fingers.

PUSHSTICK

FEATHERBOARD
Fig. 19

3-5/8 in.

1/4 in.

1-13/16 in.
45°j.|
1/8 in.

3/4 in.
18 in.
Fig. 18

TYPESOF CUTO
See Figure 20.
There are six basic cuts: 1) the cross cut, 2) the rip cut, 3)
the miter cut, 4) the bevel cross cut, 5) the bevel rip cut,
and 6) the compound (bevel) miter cut. All other cuts are
combinations of these basic six. Operating procedures for
making each kind of cut are given later in this section.
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WARNING:

CROSSCUT

Always make sure the blade guard

and anti-kickback pawls are in place and working
properly when making these cuts to avoid possible
injury.

Cross cuts are straight 90 ° cuts made across the grain of
the workpiece. The wood is fed into the cut at a 90 ° angle
to the blade, and the blade is vertical.

RiP CUT

Rip cuts are made with the grain of the wood. To avoid
kickback while making a rip cut, make sure one side of
the wood rides firmly against the rip fence.

MITER CUT

Miter cuts are made with the wood at any angle to the
blade other than 90 °. The blade is vertical. Miter cuts
tend to "creep" away from the miter fence during cutting.
This can be controlled by holding the workpiece securely
against the miter fence.
WARNING:

Always use a push stick 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.
Bevel cuts are made with an angled blade. Bevel cross
cuts are across the wood grain, and bevel rip cuts are with
the grain. The rip fence must always be on the right side
of the blade for bevel rip cuts.

Compound (or bevel) miter cuts are made with an angled
blade on wood that is angled to the blade. Be thoroughly
familiar with making cross cuts, rip cuts, bevel cuts, and
miter cuts before trying a compound miter cut.
CUTTING

TIPS

Dado and rabbet cuts are non-through cuts which can
be either rip cuts or cross cuts. Carefully read and understand all sections of this operator's manual before attempting any operation.
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WARNING:

COMPOUND(BEVEL) MITER CUT
Fig. 20

Do not use blades rated less than the

speed of this tool. Failure to heed this warning could
result in personal injury.

[] Cut the wood with the finish side up.
[] Knock out any loose knots with a hammer before
making the cut.

[] The kerf (the cut made by the blade in the wood) will be
wider than the blade to avoid overheating or binding.
Make allowance for the kerf when measuring wood.

[] Always provide proper support for the wood as it
comes out of the saw.

[] Make sure the kerf is made on the waste side of the
measuring line.

TO CHANGE

BLADE

DEPTH

TO LOCK

TO UNLOCK

See Figure 21.
The blade depth should be set so that the outer points of
the blade are higher than the workpiece by approximately
1/8 in. to 1/4 in. but the lowest points (gullets) are below
the top surface.
[] Push the bevel locking lever to the left for elevation
mode.
[] Raise the blade by turning the height/bevel adjusting
handwheel counterclockwise or lower it by turning the
handle clockwise.

BEVELLOCKLEVER

GULLET

TO DECREASE

Fig. 21
TO CHANGE

BLADE

ANGLE
TOINCREASE
ANGLE

See Figure 22.
NOTE: A 90 ° cut has a 0 ° bevel and a 45 ° cut has a 45 °
bevel.

Fig. 22

[] Unplug the saw.

TO ADJUST

[] Loosen bevel control by pushing the bevel lock lever all
the way to the right.

See Figure 23.
If the bevel indicator is not at zero when the saw blade
is at 90 °, adjust the indicator by loosening the screw and
setting it at 0 ° on the bevel scale. Retighten the screw.

[] To unlock, adjust the bevel angle by pushing the wheel
in toward the saw then turning it. Turning the wheel
counterclockwise increases the angle of the blade,
bringing it closer to 45 ° . Turning it clockwise decreases
the angle, bringing the blade closer to 90 ° .

THE BEVEL INDICATOR

BEVEL
LOCKINGLEVER

[] To lock, tighten bevel control by pushing the bevel lock
lever to the left.

HEIGHT/BEVEL
ADJUSTING
RANDWHEEL

SCREW
BEVEL
INDICATOR
Fig. 23

LOCKING
LEVER

_1_ WARNING:Toreducethe riskof injury,always
makesurethe ripfenceis parallel to the blade before

RIP FENCE

beginning any operation.
TO SET THE RiP FENCE
THE BLADE

SCALE

INDICATOR

SAW
TABLE

See Figure 24.
Begin with the blade at a zero angle (straight up).
[] Unplug the saw.
[] Loosen the rip fence by lifting the locking lever.
[] Using a framing square, set the rip fence 2 in. from the
blade tip edge.
[] Loosen the screw on the scale indicator.
[] Tighten the screw and check the dimension and the rip
fence.
RIP
BEAR
LiP
Fig. 25
TO USE THE MITER
BLADE

FENCE

GAUGE

See Figure 26.

SCALE

The miter gauge provides greater accuracy in angled cuts.
For very close tolerances, test cuts are recommended.
There are two miter gauge channels, one on either side
of the blade. When making a 90 ° cross cut, you can use
either miter gauge channel. When making a beveled cross
cut (the blade tilted in relation to the table) the miter gauge
should be located in the slot on the right so that the blade
is tilted away from the miter gauge and your hands.
The miter gauge can be turned 60 ° to the right or left.
[] Loosen the lock knob.

SCREW
2 in.
MARK

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LOCKING
LEVER

[] With the miter gauge in the miter gauge slot, rotate the
gauge until the desired angle is reached on the scale.

FRONT
BAIL

[] Retighten the lock knob.
LOCK
KNOB

Fig. 24
TO USE THE RIP FENCE
See Figure 25.
[] Place the rear lip on the rear of the saw table and pull
slightly toward the front of the unit.

GAUGE

[] Lower the front end of the rip fence onto the guide
surfaces on top of the front rail.
[] Push the locking lever down to automatically
secure the fence.

Fig. 26

align and

Check for a smooth gliding action. If adjustments are
needed, see To Check the Alignment of the Rip Fence
to the Blade in the Adjustment section of this manual.

TO USE THE SLiDiNG

TABLE

EXTENSION

TO USE THE OUTFEED

SUPPORT

See Figure 27.

See Figure 28.

Increase the length of the saw table by using the table
extension.

The outfeed support slides to give the operator additional
support for cutting long workpieces.

[] Set the rip fence to 13 in.

[] With the table saw in the off position, stand behind the
saw.

[] Pull the front table locking lever toward you to unlock
the lever.

[] Grasp the outfeed support with both hands and pull it
until it is fully extended.

[] Slide the table extension to the desired width.
NOTE: Use the scale on the front rail when a specific
width is desired.

OUTFEED
SUPPORT

[] Once the extension table is set to the desired width,
relock the lever by pushing the lever back towards the
saw base.

FENCE
SLiDiNGTABLE
EXTENSION

TABLE
LOCKING
LEVER
Fig. 28

SCALE

Fig. 27

HEELING
(PARALLELING)
MITER GAUGE GROOVE
See Figures 29 - 31.
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WARNING:

THE

BLADE

THE

(1)

(2)

ADJUSTING

(3)
/

BOLTS(3)

The blade must be square so the wood

does not bind resulting in kickback. Failure to do so
could result in serious personal injury.
Do not loosen any bolts for this adjustment until you have
checked with a square and made test cuts to be sure
adjustments are necessary. Once the bolts are loosened,
these items must be reset.
COMBINATION
SQUARE

[] Unplug the saw.
[] Remove the blade guard and anti-kickback
Raise the blade by turning the height/bevel
handwheel.

MITER GAUGE
GROOVE

pawls.
adjusting

[] Mark beside one of the blade teeth at the front of the
blade. Place a combination square even with the front
of the saw table and the side of the saw blade as
shown in figure 29.
[] Turn the blade so the marked tooth is at the back.
[] Move the combination square to the rear and again
measure the distance. If the distances are the same,
the blade is square.
If the distances are different:
[] Place spreader/riving
lower the blade.

knife in "down" position then

[] Extend the outfeed support.
[] Loosen adjusting bolts (1) and (3).
NOTE: The adjusting bolts are located under the saw
table in the back of the saw.
[] Turn adjusting bolt (2) left or right until the blade is
square.
NOTE: If the back of the blade was too far from the
combination square, place a block of wood on the left
side of the blade and push it into the blade until the
blade is square. Retighten the bolts.
If the back of the blade was too close to the combination square, place a block of wood on the right side of
the blade and push it into the blade until the blade is
square. Retighten the bolts.
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WARNING:

I I
Fig. 30

To reduce the risk of injury from

kickback, align the rip fence to the blade following
any blade adjustments. Always make sure the rip
fence is parallel to the blade before beginning any
operation.

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BLADETOOCLOSETO MITER GAUGEGROOVE
Fig, 31
26

MAKING

CUTS

The blade provided with your saw is a high-quality combination blade suitable for ripping and cross cut operations.
Carefully check all setups and rotate the blade one full
revolution to assure proper clearance before connecting
saw to power source.
,_

WARNING:

SWITCH
SW_

OFF

Do not use blades rated less than the

speed of this tool. Failure to heed this warning could
result in personal injury.
Use the miter gauge when making cross,
and compound miter cuts. To secure the
miter gauge in place by twisting the lock
Always tighten the lock knob securely in

miter, bevel,
angle, lock the
knob clockwise.
place before use.

SWITCHKEY

NOTE: It is recommended that you place the piece to be
saved on the left side of the blade and that you make a
test cut on scrap wood first.
MAKING A CROSS
See Figures 32 - 33.

A
A

CUT

WARNING:
Using the rip fence as a cutoff gauge
when cross cutting will result in kickback which can
cause serious personal injury.

SWITCH IN LOCKEDPOSITION
Fig. 33

WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly
is installed and working properly to avoid possible
serious injury.

[] Remove the rip fence by lifting the locking lever.
[] Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.

CROSSCUT

[] Set the miter gauge to 0 ° and tighten the lock knob.
[] Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind
the saw for the cut work.

PLACELEFTHANDON
WORKPIECEAND
MITER GAUGEHERE

[] Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning
on the saw.
[] To turn the saw on, lift the switch button.
[] To turn saw off, press the switch button down.
NOTE: To prevent unauthorized use, remove the switch
key as shown in figure 33.
[] Let the blade build up to full speed before moving the
workpiece into the blade.
[] Hold the workpiece firmly with both hands on the miter
gauge and feed the workpiece into the blade.
NOTE: The hand closest to the blade should be placed
on the miter gauge lock knob and the hand farthest
from the blade should be placed on the workpiece.
[] When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.

Fig. 32
27

MAKING

A RIP CUT

MAKING

See Figure 34.

A MITER

CUT

See Figure 35.

WARNING:

WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly
is installed and working properly to avoid serious
possible injury.

Make sure the blade guard assembly

is installed and working properly to avoid possible
serious injury.

[] Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.

[] Position the rip fence the desired distance from the
blade for the cut and securely lock the handle.

[] Remove the rip fence by lifting the locking lever.
[] Set the miter gauge to the desired angle and tighten
the lock knob.

[] Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind
the saw for the cut work.

[] Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning
on the saw.

[] Turn the power switch to the on position.

[] Let the blade build up to full speed before feeding the
workpiece into the blade.
[] Using a push stick and/or push blocks, slowly feed
the workpiece toward the blade. Stand slightly to the
side of the wood as it contacts the blade to reduce the
chance of injury should kickback occur.

[] Let the blade build up to full speed before moving the
workpiece into the blade.
[] Hold the workpiece firmly with both hands on the miter
gauge and feed the workpiece into the blade.
NOTE: The hand closest to the blade should be placed
on the miter gauge lock knob and the hand farthest
from the blade should be placed on the workpiece.

[] Once the blade has made contact with the workpiece,
use the hand closest to the rip fence to guide it. Make
sure the edge of the workpiece remains in solid contact
with both the rip fence and the surface of the table. If
ripping a narrow piece, use a push stick to move the
piece through the cut and past the blade.

[] When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.
MITER CUT

[] When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.

BLADE
STRAIGHT

RIP CUT
MITER GAUGE
BLADE

RiP
FENCE

ANGLED _

HEiGHT/BEVEL
ADJUSTING
HANDWHEEL

SCALE
Fig. 34

Fig. 35

MAKING

A BEVEL CROSS

BEVELCROSSCUT

CUT

See Figures 36 - 37.
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WARNING:

BLADE
ANGLED

Make sure the blade guard assembly

MITER GAUGE
STRAIGHT

is installed and working properly to avoid possible
serious injury.
[] Remove the rip fence by lifting the locking lever.
[] Unlock the bevel locking lever.
[] Turn the height/bevel adjusting handwheel until the
bevel indicator is at the desired angle. Push the bevel
locking lever securely to the left to lock the angle.
[] Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.
VIEWEDFROMTHEFRONT, BELOWTHETABLESAW
TO LOCK

TO UNLOCK
BEVEL
LOCKING
LEVER
Fig. 37
MAKING A BEVEL
See Figure 38.
_,

WARNING:

RIP CUT

Make sure the blade guard assembly

is installed and working properly to avoid serious
personal injury.

BEVELLOCK
LEVER
A

HEIGHT/BEVEL
ADJUSTING
HANDWHEEL

WARNING:The
rip fence must be on the right side
of the blade to avoid trapping the wood and causing
kickback. Placement of the rip fence to the left of the
blade will result in kickback and the risk of serious
personal injury.

Fig. 36
[] Set the miter gauge to 0° and tighten the lock knob.
[] Place a support (the same height as saw table) behind
the saw for the cut work.

[] Adjust the bevel angle to the desired setting.
[] Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.

[] Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning
on the saw.

[] Position the rip fence the desired distance from the
blade for the cut and securely lock the handle.

[] Turn the power switch to the on position.
[] Let the blade build up to full speed before moving the
workpiece into the blade.

[] If ripping a piece larger than 36 in. long, place a
support the same height as the table surface behind
the saw for the cut work.

[] Hold the workpiece firmly with both hands on the miter
gauge and feed the workpiece into the blade.

[]

Turn the power switch to the on position.

[]

Position the workpiece flat on the table with the edge
flush against the rip fence. Let the blade build up to full
speed before feeding the workpiece into the blade.

[]

Using a push stick and/or push blocks, slowly feed
the workpiece toward the blade. Stand slightly to the
side of the wood as it contacts the blade to reduce the

NOTE: The hand closest to the blade should be placed
on the miter gauge lock knob and the hand farthest
from the blade should be placed on the workpiece.
[] When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.

chance of injury should kickback occur.

[] Oncethebladehasmadecontactwiththeworkpiece,
usethehandclosesttothe ripfenceto guideit. Make
suretheedgeoftheworkpieceremainsin solidcontact
withboththeripfenceandthesurfaceofthetable.If
rippinga narrowpiece,usea pushstickto movethe
piecethroughthecutandpastthe blade.
[] Whenthecutis made,turnthesawoff. Waitforthe
bladeto cometo a completestopbeforeremovingthe
workpiece.
BEVELRiP CUT

Set the miter gauge to the desired angle and tighten
the lock knob.

[]

Make sure the wood is clear of the blade before turning
on the saw.

[]
[]

Turn the power switch to the on position.
Hold the workpiece firmly with both hands on the miter
gauge and feed the workpiece into the blade.
NOTE: The hand closest to the blade should be placed
on the miter gauge lock knob and the hand farthest
from the blade should be placed on the workpiece.

[]

RiP FENCE

BLADE
ANGLED

[]

When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.
COMPOUND(BEVEL)MITERCUT
PLACERIGHT HANDONWORKPIECEAND
MITER GAUGEHERE

PUSHSTICK

Fig. 38

MAKING A COMPOUND
See Figure 39.

(BEVEL)

MITER

CUT

It is recommended that you place the piece to be saved
on the left side of the blade and that you make a test cut
on scrap wood first.
dt_ WARNING:

Fig. 39

Make sure the blade guard assembly

is installed and working properly to avoid possible
serious injury.
[] Remove the rip fence by lifting the locking lever.
[] Unlock the bevel locking lever.
[] Adjust the bevel angle to the desired setting.
[] Lock the bevel locking lever.
[] Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.

MAKING

A LARGE

PANEL CUT

MAKING

A NON=THROUGH

CUT

See Figure 40.

See Figure 41.

Make sure the saw is properly secured to a work surface
to avoid tipping from the weight of a large panel.

Non-through cuts can be made with the grain (ripping) or
across the grain (cross cut). The use of a non-through cut
is essential to cutting grooves, rabbets, and dadoes. This
is the only type cut that is made without the blade guard
assembly installed. Make sure the blade guard assembly
is reinstalled upon completion of this type of cut. Read
the appropriate section which describes the type of cut in
addition to this section on non-through or dado cuts. For
example, if your non-through cut is a straight cross cut,
read and understand the section on straight cross cuts
before proceeding.

WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly
is installed and working properly to avoid possible
serious injury.
[] Place a support the same height as the top of the saw
table behind the saw for the cut work. Add supports to
the sides as needed.
[] Depending on the shape of the panel, use the rip fence
or miter gauge. If the panel is too large to use either the
rip fence or the miter gauge, it is too large for this saw.

[] Unplug the saw.
[] Remove the blade guard, anti-kickback
spreader/riving knife.

WARNING:
Never make freehand cuts (cuts without
the miter gauge or rip fence), which can result in
serious injury.

pawls, and

[] Unlock the bevel locking lever.
[] Turn the height/bevel adjusting handwheel until the
bevel indicator is at the desired angle. Push the bevel
locking lever securely to the left to lock the angle.

[] Make sure the wood does not touch the blade before
you turn on the saw.

[] Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.

[] Turn the power switch to the on position.

[] Plug the saw into the power source and turn on saw.

[] When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before removing the
workpiece.

[] Let the blade build up to full speed before moving the
workpiece into the blade.
[] Always use push blocks, push sticks, and
featherboards when making non-through cuts to avoid
the risk of serious injury.

LARGEPANELCUT
RIP FENCE

A
WARNING:
When making a non-through cut, the
cutter is covered by the workpiece during most of
the cut. Be alert to the exposed cutter at the start
and finish of every cut to avoid the risk of personal
injury.
A
WARNING:
Never feed wood with your hands
when making any non-through cut such as rabbets
or dadoes. To avoid personal injury, always use push
blocks, push sticks, and featherboards.

HEIGHT/BEVEL
ADJUSTING
HANDWHEEL
SUPPORTS

Fig. 40

[] Turnthe powerswitchto theon position.
[] Whenthecutis made,turnthesawoff. Waitforthe
bladeto cometo a completestopbeforeremoving
the
workpiece.
Onceall non-through
cutsarecompleted:
[] Unplugyoursaw.
[] Reinstall
thespreader/riving
knifeinthe"up"position
theninstallbladeguardandanti-kickback
pawls.

[]

Remove the spreader/riving

[]

Mount the dado blade, according to manufacturer
instructions, using the blade and chippers appropriate
for the desired width of cut.

knife.

[] Reinstall the blade nut.
NOTE: The blade washer may be used provided the
arbor shaft extends slightly beyond the arbor nut.
[] Make sure the blade nut is fully engaged and the arbor
extends past a securely tightened blade nut.

NON-THROUGH CUT

[] Place release lever in locked position.

BLADE
GUARD
REMOVED

[] Install the dado throat plate and rotate the blade by
hand to make sure it turns freely then lower the blade.
A
WARNING: Always use push blocks, push sticks,
or featherboards when making dado cuts to avoid
the risk of serious injury.
,_,

WARNING:

Do not use blades rated less than the

speed of this tool. Failure to heed this warning could
result in personal injury.

PUSHSTICK

DAD0 CUT

Fig. 41
MAKING

A DADO CUT

See Figure 42.
An optional dado throat plate is required for this procedure
(see the Accessories section of this manual and check
with the retailer where the table saw was purchased). All
blades and dado sets must not be rated less than the
speed of this tool and may have a maximum width of
1/2 in.
A
JNL WARNING:
Unplug the saw to prevent accidental
starting that could result in possible injury.

Fig. 42

[] Unplug your saw.
[] Remove the blade guard, anti-kickback
throat plate.

pawls, and

[] Next, remove the blade nut, blade washer, and saw
blade.
A
WARNING: Always store the blade washer and
throat plate in secure location when changing back
to saw blade. Failure to do so may result in possible
injury and damage to the tool.

ARBOR

A_, WARNING:
Before performing any adjustment,
make sure the tool is unplugged from the power
supply and the switch is in the OFF ( O ) position.
Failure to heed this warning could result in serious
personal injury.

BLADE

SHAFT

WASHER

BLADE
NUT

To avoid unnecessary set-ups and adjustments, a good
practice is to check your setups carefully with a framing square and make practice cuts in scrap wood before
making finish cuts in good workpieces. Do not start any
adjustments until you have checked with a square and
made test cuts to be sure adjustments are needed.
TO REPLACE

BLADE

THE BLADE

See Figures 43 - 45.
[] Unplug the saw.
[] Raise the saw blade, remove the blade guard, antikickback pawls, and throat plate.
Fig. 44

[] Make sure the bevel locking lever is securely pushed to
the left. Raise the saw blade to its full height by turning
the height/bevel adjusting handwheel clockwise.
[] Using the smaller blade wrench, insert the flat open
end into the flats on the arbor shaft.

To replace the blade with an accessory blade, follow the
instructions provided with the accessory.
To install a standard blade:
[] Place the new blade on the arbor shaft (the teeth
must point down toward the front of the saw to work
properly).
[] Place the blade washer and the blade nut over the
blade arbor. Be sure the dome side of the blade
washer faces out from the blade and that all items are

[] Insert the closed end of the larger blade wrench over
the hex nut. Holding both wrenches firmly, pull the
larger wrench forward to the front of the machine.
[] Remove blade nut and blade washer.
[] Unlock the release lever and remove the saw blade.

SMALL BLADE

LARGE
BLADEWRENCH

snug against the arbor housing. Tighten securely.
[] Lock the release lever
[] Rotate the blade by hand to make sure it turns freely.

WRENCH

[] Lower the saw blade and reinstall the throat plate.
THROAT
PLATE

SPREADER/
RIVING KNIFE

BLADE

Fig. 43

Fig. 45
33

TO SETTHE BLADEAT 0° AND 45°

0° ADJUSTMENT
BOLT
BLADE

See Figures 46 - 47.
The angle settings of your saw have been set at the factory and, unless damaged in shipping, should not require
setting during assembly. After extensive use, it may need
to be checked.

LOCKING
LEVER
BEVEL

COMBiNATiON

SQLiARE

[] Raise the blade and remove the blade guard.
If the blade is not perfectly vertical (0°):
[] Loosen the adjustment bolt and the bevel locking lever.
[] Place a combination square beside the blade on the
left. Lock the angle by pushing the bevel locking lever
and retighten the adjustment bolt.
[] Turn the bevel handle until the bevel indicator points
to zero. If the bevel handle is turned as far as possible
and doesn't indicate zero properly, you may need to
adjust the bevel indicator.
if the blade is not an exact 45°:
[] Loosen the adjustment bolt and the bevel locking lever.

BEVEL
HANDLE

[] Place a combination square beside the blade on the
left. Lock the angle by pushing the bevel locking lever
and retighten the adjustment bolt.

BEVEL
INDICATOR
Fig. 46

[] Turn the bevel handle until the bottom of the blade has
moved completely to the left side of the slot. Lock the
angle by pushing the bevel locking lever.

BLADE

[] If the blade is not an exact 45 °, loosen the adjustment
bolt and the bevel locking lever.

45° ADJUSTMENT
BOLT

45 °

[] Adjust the bevel indicator to 45 °.

BEVEL
LOCKING
LEVER

BEVEL
HANDLE

BEVEL
INDICATOR
Fig. 47

TO ADJUST

THE MITER

GAUGE

TO CHECK

See Figure 48.

THE ALIGNMENT

OF THE RIP FENCE

TO THE BLADE
See Figure 49.

You can set the miter gauge at 0° and plus or minus 45 °
with the miter gauge stop pin and adjustable stop screws.
NOTE: The miter gauge provides close accuracy in
angled cuts. For very close tolerances, test cuts are
recommended.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of injury, always

[] Loosen knob and pull out on stop pin to rotate miter
gauge base past stop screws.

[] Unplug the saw.

make sure the rip fence is parallel to the blade before
beginning any operation.
[] Raise the locking lever to permit the rip fence to be
moved.

[] Loosen the lock nut of the 0 ° stop screw at the stop
pin with a 8 mm wrench.

FRAMING
SQUARE

[] Place a 90 ° square against the miter gauge rod and
the miter gauge base.

RIPFENCE

BLADE

[] If the rod is not square, loosen the knob, adjust the
rod, and tighten the knob.
[] Adjust the 0° stop screw until it rests against the stop
pin.
[] Adjust the plus and minus 45 ° stop screws using a 45 °
triangle and the steps above.
KNOB
MITER

GAUGE_

GAUGE ROD

___m__

45° ADJUSTABLE
STOPSCREW

LOCK
NUT

SCREWS
0°ADJUSTABLE
STOPSCREW

LOCKING
LEVER
Fig. 49

[] Place a framing square beside the blade and move the
rip fence up to the square. Take the dimension on the
rip scale.

Fig. 48

[] Move the fence back and turn the framing square 180 °
to check the other side.
[] If the two dimensions are not the same, loosen the two
screws on the fence and align it.
[] Retighten the two screws.
[] Make two or three test cuts on scrap wood. If the cuts
are not true, repeat the process.

A
A

[] Periodically check all clamps, nuts, bolts, screws, and
belts for tightness and condition. Make sure the throat
plate is in good condition and in position.
[] Check the blade guard assembly.
[] To maintain the table surfaces, fence, and rails,
periodically apply paste wax to them and buff to
provide smooth functioning. To prevent work from
slipping during cutting operation, Do not wax the
working face of the miter gauge.
[] Protect the blade by cleaning out saw dust from
underneath the table and in the blade teeth. Use a
resin solvent on the blade teeth.

WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create
a hazard or cause product damage.
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.
WARNING:
Before performing any maintenance,
make sure the tool is unplugged from the power
supply and the switch is in the OFF ( 0 ) position.
Failure to heed this warning could result in serious
personal injury.

[] Clean plastic parts only with a soft damp cloth. Do
not use any aerosol or petroleum solvents.
LUBRICATION

GENERAL

This saw's motor bearings have been packed at the factory with proper lubrication.

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, dust, oil, grease, etc.
,_

WARNING:

[] Clean screw threads and nuts with a solvent recommended
for gum and pitch removal.
[] Lubricate screw threads, nuts, and bearing points
(including those on the blade guard assembly and miter
gauge).

Do not at any time let brake fluids,

gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating
oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts.
Chemicals can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic
which may result in serious personal injury.

The following recommended
089110113920

WARNING:

accessories are currently available at retail stores:

Dado Throat Plate

Current attachments and accessories available for use with this tool are listed above. Do not use

any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this tool. The use of attachments or
accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.

PROBLEM
Excess vibration.

CAUSE

SOLUTION

Blade is out of balance.

Replace blade.

Blade is damaged.

Replace blade.

Saw is not mounted securely.

Tighten all hardware.

Work surface is uneven.

Reposition on flat surface.

Blade is warped.

Replace blade.

Rip fence not mounted correctly.

Remount the rip fence.

Rails are dirty or sticky.

Clean and wax rails.

Clamp screw is out of adjustment.

Adjust clamp screw.

Rip fence does not lock at rear.

Clamp screw is out of adjustment.

Adjust clamp screw.

Cutting binds or burns work.

Blade is dull.

Replace or sharpen blade.

Blade is heeling.

See "Heeling (paralleling) the blade to the miter
gauge groove" in the Operation section.

Work is fed too fast.

Slow the feed rate.

Rip fence is misaligned.

Align the rip fence.

Spreader is out of alignment.

See "To check and align the spreader/riving
knife and saw blade" in theAssemblysection.

Wood is warped.

Replace the wood. Always cut with convex
side to table surface.

Rip fence is misaligned.

Check and adjust the rip fence.

Rip fence does not move smoothly.

Wood edges away from rip fence
when ripping.

PROBLEM
Saw does not make accurate
90 ° or 45 ° cuts.

CAUSE

SOLUTION

Positive stops inside cabinet need
adjusting (Bevel Cuts).

Adjust positive stops.

Miter gauge is misaligned (Miter

Adjust the miter gauge.

Cuts).
Height/bevel adjusting handwheel is hard to turn.

Gears or screw post inside

Saw does not start.

Motor cord or wall cord is not

Clean the gears or screw post.

cabinet are clogged with saw
dust.
Plug in motor cord or wall cord.

plugged in.
Circuit fuse is blown.

Replace circuit fuse.

Circuit breaker is tripped.

Reset circuit breaker.

Cord or switch is damaged.

Have the cord or switch replaced at your
Sears Service Center.

Blade is dull or dirty.

Clean, sharpen, or replace blade.

Blade is wrong type for cut being
made.

Replace with correct type.

Blade is mounted backwards.

Remount blade.

Blade does not lower when

Locking lever is not at full left

Move locking lever to left.

turning height/bevel adjusting
handwheel.

position.

Motor labors in rip cut.

Blade not proper for rip cut.

Blade makes poor cuts.

Change blade; rip blade typically has fewer
teeth.

CRAFTSMAN

10 in. TABLE SAW - MODEL

NUMBER

315.218280

-,
33

57
60
63
94

Figure A

CRAFTSMAN

10 in. TABLE SAW - MODEL

NUMBER

315.218280

TABLE
SAW
or when
he model
number
willordering
be foundrepair
on a parts.
plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model number in all correspondence

regarding your

J
1

PARTS LIST (FIGURE A)
KEY
NO.
1
2
8
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27

PART
NUMBER
089110118188
411071001
089110118081
089110118080
089110118029
089110118184
089087008174
089110118028
089110118027
089110118026
089110118024
089110118028
089110118022
411071004
412011068
410171706
089110118074
089110118078
089110118072
089110118071
089110118084
089110118088
089110118082
089110118020
089110118019
089110118018
089110118017

DESCRiPTiON

KEY
NO.

QTY.

Riving Knife Assembi_ ..............................................
Nylon Nut (M6) .........................................................
Riving Deck ..............................................................
Set Screw (M6 x 12 mm) ..........................................
Screw (M6 x 20 mm, Hex Hd.) .................................
Washer .....................................................................

1
1
1
2
2
1

Riving Knife ..............................................................
Riving Clamp ............................................................
Riving Spring ............................................................
Riving Lock Lever .....................................................
Lock Bolt ..................................................................

1
1
1
1
1

Spring .......................................................................
Cap Nut ....................................................................
Lock Nut (M1 0) .........................................................
Washer (M10 x 22 x lt) .............................................
Screw (10-24 x 1/2 in.) .............................................
Bracket .....................................................................

1
1
1
1
2
1

28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54

Screw w/Washer (M4 x 8 mm, Pan Hd.) .................. 2
Location Plate ..........................................................
1
Linkage Rod .............................................................
Riving Housing .........................................................
Lock Bracket ............................................................

1
1
1

Screw (M4 x 18 mm) ................................................
Rear Pivot Plate ........................................................

1
1

Screw (M5 x 10 mm, Flat Hd.) ..................................
Trunnion Slider ..........................................................
Bevel Trunnion ..........................................................

4
2
2

PART
NUMBER
0121010901
089110113021
089110113178
089110113047
089110113070
089110113084
089110113912
089110113063
089110113088
089110113025
0134010236
089110113043
411071709
089110113069
089110113700
0131010912
089110113068
422010046
089110113067
0121010501
089110113035
089110113036
089110113037
089110113038
089110113039
089110113186
089110113176

DESCRIPTION

QTY.

Eccentric Roller ........................................................

Screw w/Washer (M5 x 10 mm, Pan Hd.) ................ 1
Screw w/Washer (1/4 in. x 1/2 in., Hex Hd.) ............. 1
Elevation Rod ...........................................................
1
Wing Bolt (M5 x 8 mm) .............................................
Screw (M5 x 16 mm, Pan Hd.) .................................
Data Label ................................................................

3
4
1

Right Panel .............................................................
Screw (M4 x 16 mm) ..............................................
Roll Pin (D3 x 15 mm) .............................................
Lock Ring ...............................................................
Bracket ...................................................................

1
2
1
1
1

Nylon Nut (3/8-16) ..................................................
Dust Housing ..........................................................
Motor Assembly .....................................................
Hex Nut (5/8-18) .....................................................
Outer Blade Washer ...............................................
Blade ......................................................................
Inner Blade Washer ................................................

1
1
1
1
1
1
1

Spacer ....................................................................
Screw (M6 x 20 mm, Cheese Hd.) ............................
Elevation Slider .........................................................
Shim .........................................................................
Front Pivot Plate .......................................................

1
4
2
4
1

Screw (M5 x 8 mm, Pan Hd.) ................................... 4
Spacer ......................................................................
1
Screw w/Washer (M6 x 18 mm, Hex Soc. Hd.) ........ 4

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be foundrepair
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PARTS LIST (FIGURE A)
KEY
NO.
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76

PART
NUMBER
089110118044
0184010508
089087006047
089110118042
0184010889
089110118048
089110118049
089110118096
089110118050
412011068
410499007
089110118128
089110118046
089110118045
089110118124
089110118058
089110118057
089110118056
411072702
412012041
0121010228
0101140208

DESCRiPTiON

KEY
NO.

QTY.

77
0121010224
78
0134010222
79
414011003
80
089110113055
81
089110113054
82
0134010221-130
83
410181001
84
0101010907
85
089110113053
86
089110113052
87
410601004
88
0121010232
89
452070019
90
089110113911
91
0131010209
92
0131010210
93
0000120817
94
089110113041
95
412011117
NOT SHOWN ITEMS:

Screw w/Washer (M5 x 10 mm, Pan Hd.) ................ 2
Plate .........................................................................
1
Screw (M6 x 50 mm, Flat Hd.) ..................................
Screw w/Washer (M4 x 8 mm, Pan Hd.) ..................
Cam ..........................................................................
Reinforcement Plate .................................................

1
2
2
1

Screw w/Washer (M5 x 15 mm, Pan Hd.) ................
Logo Label ................................................................
Front Panel (Inc. Key No. 90) ....................................
Washer .....................................................................
Screw (M5 x 8 mm, Button Hd.) ...............................
Gear Rack .................................................................

4
3
1
4
2
1

Screw (M4 x 20 mm, Pan Hd.) .................................
Bevel Gear ................................................................

2
2

Washer .....................................................................
Pad ...........................................................................
Bevel Lock Lever .....................................................
Screw .......................................................................

1
1
1
1

Lock Nut (1/4-20) .....................................................
Washer .....................................................................

1
1

Handwheel Grip ........................................................
Screw (Special) ........................................................

1
1

PART
NUMBER

089110113920
987000344

DESCRIPTION

QTY.

Handle Grip End Cap .............................................
Handwheel End Cap ..............................................
Spring Pin (D4 x 20 mm) ........................................
Handwheel Rod ......................................................

1
1
1
1

Retaining Ring ........................................................
Height/Bevel Handwheel ........................................
Screw (M4 x 7 mm, Flat Hd.) ....................................
Spring .......................................................................
Screw (M4 x 10 mm, Pan Hd.) .................................
Bevel Indicator .........................................................
Screw (M4 x 18 mm) ................................................
Switch Key ...............................................................
Switch Assembly (Inc. Key No. 88) ..........................
Warning/Logo Label .................................................
Switch Box ...............................................................

1
1
7
1
1
1
4
1
1
1
1

Cord Clamp ..............................................................
Screw (8-16 x 19.05 mm, Pan Hd.) ..........................
Indicator Bracket ......................................................
Washer .....................................................................

1
3
1
1

Optional Dado Throat Plate ......................................
Operator's Manual ....................................................

1
1

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NUMBER

315.218280

TABLE
he model
SAW
number
or when
willordering
be foundrepair
on a parts.
plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model number in all correspondence

regarding your

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PARTS LIST (FIGURE B)
KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27

PART
NUMBER
089110113703
089110113915
089110113914
089110113916
089110113917
089110113913
089110113180
089037006702
41 0102014
0131010928
41 0132734
089110113150
411012704
0131010109-126
412080702
412012705
089110113149
0121010224
9121015330302
089110113151
0101010918
0131010329
0121010204
0131011807
41 0102701
089110113701
089110113016

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO.

QTY.

Blade Guard Assembly (Inc. Key Nos. 2-6) ..............
Upper Barrier Warning Label ....................................
End Side Barrier Warning Label (Left) ......................
No Hands Warning Label (Right) ..............................
End Side Barrier Warning Label (Right) ....................
No Hands Warning Label (Left) ................................
Anti-Kickback Pawls Assembly ................................
Miter Gauge Assembly .............................................
Screw (M6 x 8 mm, Flat Hd.) ....................................
Washer .....................................................................
Screw (3/16-24 x 21.7 mm, Pan Hd.) .......................
Pivot Pin ...................................................................

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
1

Hex Nut (3/16-24) .....................................................
Miter Gauge ..............................................................
Washer (Nylon) .........................................................
Washer .....................................................................

3
1
1
1

Miter Gauge Lock Knob ...........................................
End Cap (Miter Gauge Lock Knob) ..........................
Miter Gauge Label ....................................................
Screw (M4 x 8 mm) ..................................................
Index Pin ...................................................................
Pointer ......................................................................
Indicator Bracket ......................................................
Bar ............................................................................

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54

Screw (M4 x 12 mm, Flat Hd.) .................................. 2
Rip Fence Assembly .................................................
1
Screw w/Washer (1/4-20 x 5/8 in., Pan Hd.) ........... 4

PART
NUMBER
089110113139
0121010915
089110113140
089110113147
089110113141
089110113143
089110113144
412011115
0134010241
0134010231
0121010210
089110113146
0134010218
089110113145
089037006054
412011030
410051001
089110113142
089110113148
089110113002
089110113003
0134010308
410341004
089110113004
089110113098
0134010212
410561014

DESCRIPTION

QTY.

Rear Clamp ..............................................................
Compression Spring .................................................
Rear Plate .................................................................

1
1
1

Pin (D4 x 31 mm) ......................................................
Linkage .....................................................................
Screw w/Washer (M4 x 10 mm, Pan Hd.) ................
Fence Indicator .........................................................
Washer .....................................................................

1
1
1
1
2

Axle Clamp ...............................................................
Lock Lever ................................................................
Pad ...........................................................................

1
1
2

Screw (8-32 x 1/2 in., Flat Hd.) .................................
Fence Slider .............................................................

4
2

Front Block ..............................................................

Fence Logo Label .....................................................
Washer .....................................................................

1
2

Screw (M6 x 15 mm, Truss Hd.) ...............................
Rip Fence Body ........................................................
Screw (M4 x 16 mm) ................................................
Rear Rail ...................................................................

2
1
1
1

Rail End Cap (Rear) ..................................................
Rail Holder Nut .........................................................

2
4

Screw w/Washer (M6 x 15 mm, Hex Soc. Hd.) ........
Extension Table ........................................................
Scale Label (Long) ....................................................
Rail End Cap (Right Front) ........................................
Screw (M4 x 5 mm) ..................................................

4
1
1
1
1

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NUMBER

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he model
SAW
number
or when
willordering
be foundrepair
on a parts.
plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model number in all correspondence

regarding your

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PARTS LIST (FIGURE B)
KEY
NO.
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72

PART
NUMBER
089110113005
410561004
080900101155
0134010206
0134010332
411071001
089110113010
089110113011
089110113013
0134010219
089110113009
0134010242
089110113918
089110113006
0134010213
0134010304
089110113008
089110113097

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO.

QTY.

Front Rail ..................................................................
Screw (M4 x 12 mm) ................................................
Push Stick ................................................................
Lock Block ................................................................

1
3
1
2

Adjusting Plate .........................................................
Nylon Nut (M6) ..........................................................
Short Linkage ...........................................................

1
4
1

Table Locking Lever .................................................
Long Linkage ............................................................
Scale Indicator .........................................................

1
1
1

Screw (M6 x 70 mm, Hex Hd.) .................................
Front Rail Stop .........................................................
Floor Label ................................................................
Throat Plate ..............................................................
Slider ........................................................................
Shim .........................................................................

1
1
1
1
5
1

Screw (10-24 x 1/2 in.) .............................................
Scale Label (Short) ...................................................

2
1

73
74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90

PART
NUMBER
089110113093
089110113120
089110113094
0131010224
089110113007
089110113015
0134010223
089110113095
410161010
089110113704
089110113174
410551701
089110113175
410192001
411071001
410031002
089110113012
410251017

DESCRIPTION

QTY.

Screw (8-32 x 3/8 in., Pan Hd.) ................................
Washer .....................................................................
External Tooth Lock Washer .....................................

2
2
2

Bumper .....................................................................
Saw Table .................................................................

2
1

Screw (M6 x 20 mm, Hex Hd.) .................................
Rear Rail Holder .......................................................

6
3

Outfeed Bracket (Right) ............................................
Screw (M6 x 25 mm Hex Hd.) ..................................
Outfeed Assembly ....................................................
Outfeed Support .......................................................
Screw w/Washer (1/4-20 x 1/2 in., Pan Hd ..............
Outfeed Support Rod ...............................................
Screw (M4 x 10 mm, Pan Hd.) .................................
Nylon Nut (M6) .........................................................
Carriage Bolt (M6 x 40 mm) .....................................
Bracket .....................................................................

2
4
1
1
2
2
4
1
1
1

Screw w/Washer (M6 x 12 mm, Pan Hd.) ................ 2

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37

Figure C

CRAFTSMAN

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NUMBER

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SAW
or when
he model
number
willordering
be foundrepair
on a parts.
plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model number in all correspondence

regarding your

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PARTS LIST (FIGURE C}
KEY
NO.

PART
NUMBER

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO.

QTY.

089110113705

089110113118

Carry Handle Assembly ............................................
Slider Bushing ..........................................................

1
2

089110113115

Slider Housing ..........................................................

089110113114

5
6

089110113117
089110113116

7
8

PART
NUMBER

089110113076

26
27

089110113078
089110113190

DESCRIPTION

QTY.

Foot (Lower) .............................................................
Washer .....................................................................

2
8

089110113077

Screw (M4 x 35 mm) ..............................................
Pad ...........................................................................

10
4

Hex Nut (M5) ............................................................
Screw .......................................................................

2
2

28
29

089110113080

Tube Frame ...............................................................

Slider ........................................................................

089110113082

Washer (Arch) ...........................................................

089110113104

Pin ............................................................................

089110113083

Screw w/Washer (M6 x 40 mm, Soc. Hd.) ............... 6

089110113107

Release Button .........................................................

9
10

089110113106
089110113101

Nylon Nut ..................................................................

32
33

089110113187
089110113085

Winged Foot .............................................................
Lock Spacer (Outer) .................................................

2
2

Screw (M4 x 16 mm) ................................................

089110113086

089110113102

089110113087

Lock Spacer (inner) ..................................................
Axle ...........................................................................

2
1

089110113103

Carry Handle Cover (Inc. Key Nos. 2-19) ................. 1
Handle Linkage .........................................................
1

089110113105

Screw (M4 x 10 mm, Pan Hd.) .................................

36
37

089110113088
0134010245-130

Screw (M4 x 16 mm) ................................................
Wheel ........................................................................

8
2

089110113108

089110113100

089110113109
089110113110

2
2

15
16

Rod Linkage .............................................................
Washer .....................................................................

410031710

Spring .......................................................................

089110113059

Washer (Arch) ...........................................................
2
Carriage Bolt (5/16-18 x 1-1/2 in.)............................ 1
Left Panel .................................................................
1

089110113111

089110113084

089110113189

Telescoping Handle ..................................................
1
Screw w/Washer (M5 x 10 mm, Pan Hd.) ................ 4

19
20

089110113113
089110113089

Carry Rod .................................................................
Sleeve .......................................................................

2
2

42
43

089110113060
089110113099

0121010221

089110113090
089110113092

O-Ring ......................................................................
Bushing (Lower) ........................................................

4
2

22
23

089110113091

Bushing (Upper) ........................................................

46
47

089110113075

Foot (Upper) .............................................................

Screw (M5 x 16 mm, Pan Hd.) .................................
Strain Relief ..............................................................

2
1

Power Cord ..............................................................

Knob .........................................................................

089110113061

Blade Wrench (A) ......................................................

0134010331
0134010238

Blade Wrench (B) ......................................................

Knob Ring .................................................................

089110113119

Hex Key (M5 x 100 mm) ...........................................

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