Craftsman 315248200 User Manual TABLE SAW Manuals And Guides L0308254
CRAFTSMAN Saw Table Manual L0308254 CRAFTSMAN Saw Table Owner's Manual, CRAFTSMAN Saw Table installation guides
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Owner's Manual 10 in. Stationary TABLE SAW O Save this manual for future reference CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman 972000-780 10-02 • Safety • Features • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Parts List FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TABLE SAW If this (RAFTSMAN Table Saw fails due to a defeat in matedal or workmanshipwithin one year from the date of pumhase, Sears will repair it, free of charge. Contact a Sears Service Canter for repair. if this product is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies only for 90 days from the date of purchase. Thiswarrantygivesyou specific legalrights, and you may alsohave otherdghtswhichvaryfrom stateto state. Seare, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 8t7WA, Hoffman Estate ,=,IL 60179 Your saw has many features for making cutting operations more pleasantend enjoyable. Safety, performance and dependability have been given top priorityin the design of this saw making it easy to maintain and operate, CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire owner's manual before using your new saw. Pay close attention to the Rules For Safe Operation, and all Safety Alert Symbols, includingDanger, Warning and Caution. If you use your saw propedyand onlyfor what it is intended, you will enjoyyears of safe, reliable service. ,_, Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions,It means attention!!!Your safety is involved. • k WARNING: The operation of any powertool san result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage, Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a fullface shieldwhen needed. We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for usa over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields, available at Sears Retail Stores. • Warranty and Introduction............................................................................................................................. 2 • Table Of Contents ...................................................................................................................................... 2-3 • Rules For Safe Operation........................................................................................................................... 4-6 • Electrical ....................................................................................................................................................... 7 • Glossary and Product Specifications............................................................................................................ 8 • Unpacking and Accassodes ......................................................................................................................... 9 • Loose Parts List .......................................................................................................................................... • Small Parts List ...................................................................................................................................... • Tools Needed .............................................................................................................................................. • Labels ..................................................................................................................................................... 14-15 • Features ................................................................................................................................................. 16-17 • Assembly ................................................................................................................................................ 16-29 10 11-12 13 InstallingHandwheals on Table Sew Base ................................................................................................. 18 Assembling Leg Stand ........................................................................................................................... 16-19 CRAFTSMAN" TABLE SAW315.228390 2 Mounting theLegStandontheTableSawBase........................................................................................ Assembling Table Extensions..................................................................................................................... Aligning Table Extensions ..................................................................................................... Installingthe Rear Rail ................................................................................................................................ Installingthe Front Rail ............................................................................................................................... Aligning Rip Fence and Rails ...................................................................................................................... Mountingthe Motor...................................................................................................................................... Installing the Belt and Belt Guard ............................................................................................................... Checking the Throat Plate ........................................................................................................................... Installingthe Blade Guard ........................................................................................................................... Aligning the Riving Knife with the Blade ..................................................................................................... 19 20 20 21 22 23 23 24 24 25 26 Check Heeling (Paralleling) of the Saw Blade to the Miter Gage Groove .................................................. 27 Checking Rip Fence and Blade Alignment .................................................................................................. 28 Checking Squareness of Extension Tables to Saw Table .......................................................................... 29 • Adjustments............................................................................................................................................ 30-34 Replacing the Blade .................................................................................................................................... 30 Heeling (Paralleling) the Sawblade to Miter Gage Groove .................................................................... 31-32 Setting the Bevel Stops and Indicator.................................................................................................... 32-33 Adjustingthe Miter Gage ............................................................................................................................. 33 Removing/ Replacing the Throat Plate ...................................................................................................... 34 • Basic Operation of the Table Saw ......................................................................................................... 35-42 Causes of Kickback .................................................................................................................................... 35 Avoiding Kickback....................................................................................................................................... 35 Cutting Aids ................................................................................................................................................. 35 Types of Cuts .............................................................................................................................................. 36 Making a Cross Cut ..................................................................................................................................... 37 Making a Rip Cut .................................................................................................................................... 37-38 Making a Miter Cut ...................................................................................................................................... 38 Making a Bevel Cross Cut ..................................................................................................................... 38-39 Making a Bevel Rip Cut ............................................................................................................................... 39 Making a Compound (Bevel) Miter Cut ....................................................................................................... 40 Making a Large Panel Cut ........................................................................................................................... 41 Making a Non-Through CUt ......................................................................................................................... 41 Making a Dado Cut ...................................................................................................................................... 42 • Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................ 43 • Lubrication................................................................................................................................................... 43 • Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 44.46 • ExplodedView and Repair Parts List..................................................................................................... 48-65 • Parts Ordering / Sen/ica ................................................................................................................ 3 cnn_lrxHnr back page TABLESAW31,5,228390 The purposeof safety symbols isto attractyour attention to possibledangers. The safety symbols,and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attentionand understanding,The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructionsor warningsthey give are not substitutesfor proper accident preventionmeasures. SYMBOL MEANING & SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in conjunctionwith other symbolsor pictugraphs. & DANG ER: Failureto obey a safety warningwill result in serious injuryto yourselfor to others, Always followthe safety precautionsto reduce the risk of fire, electdc shockand personalinjuP/, A WARNING: Failureto obey a safety warningcan resultin sadous Injury to yourselfor to others, Always followthe safety precautionsto reduce the risk of fire, electdc shockand personal injuw. & CAUTION: Failureto obey a safety warning may resultin propertydamage or personal injulyto yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautionsto reduce the dsk of fire, electric shock and personal injury, Note: Advises you of informationor Instructions vital to the operationor maintenance of the equipment, IMPORTANT Servicingrequiresextreme care and knowledgeof the system and should be performed only by a qualified servicetechnician, For service we suggestyou return the toolto your nearest Sears store or repair center. Always use odginalfactory replacement parts when servicing. _, WARNING: Do not attemptto operate this tool untilyou have read thoroughlyand understand completelyall instructions,safety rules, etc. contained in this manual. Failure to complycan result in accidentsinvolvingfire, electrical shock, or serious personal injury.Save the owners manual and reviewfrequently for continuingsafe operation, and instructingotherswho rney usa this tool. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructionsfor lubricatingand changing accessories, USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not force the tool or attachment to do a job it was not designedfor. Usa it only the way it was intended. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS • KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the owner's manual carefully, Leam the saw's applications and limitationsas well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool. • • DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Do not use power tools near gasoline or other flammable liquids, in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keep the work area well lit. • • MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF with padlocks and master switchesor by removing starter keys. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visitors sbou|dwear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord while operating. KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered work areas and work benches inviteaccidents. DO NOT leave tools or pieces of wood on the saw while it is in operation, • • EIIRFTIMRIr TABLESAW315.228390 4 • DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing. gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry. They can get caught and draw you into moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonslip footwear are recommended. Also wear protective hair covedng to contain long hair. • ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-rasistantlenses; they are NOT safety glaseas. • NEVER STAND ON TOOL, Serious injurycould or.cur if the tool is tipped or if the blade is unintentionallycontacted. RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued) • DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep properfootingand balance at all times. • • • • • NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN THE POWER OFF. Do not leave tool until it comes to a complete Stop. • BEFORE MOUNTING, DISCONNECTING OR REMOUNTING THE MOTOR; unplugthe saw and remove the switch key. A WARNING: When servicing, use only identical Creflsman replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. • NEVER USE THIS TOOL IN AN EXPLOSNE ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparkingof the motor could ignite fumes, • MAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE LIGHTING to see the work and that no obStructions will interfere with safe operation BEFORE performingany work using this tool. • DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN n" ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by a qualified service technician at a Sears Store or repair center. • GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by preventing body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator SECURE WORK. Usa clamps or • vise to hold work when practical. It's safer then using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool. USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition, Use only a cord heavy enough to carry the current your product will drew, An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. A wire gage size (A.W,G.) of at least 14 is recommendedfor an extension cord 25 feat or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off when plugging in, REMOVE WRENCHES AND ADJUSTING KEYS, Get in the habit of checking - before turning on tool - that hex keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before using the tool again, check any damaged parts, including guards,for proper operation and perfon_anca. Check alignment of moving parts, bindingof moving parts, breakage of parts, saw stability, mounting and any other conditionsthat may affect its operation. A damaged part muStbe proparly repaired or replaced by a qualified service technician at a Sears Store or repair center to avoid risk of personal injury. enclosures. USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Use the dght blade size, style and cutting speed for the matedal and the type of cut. Blade teeth should point down toward the front of the table. • KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working order, This includesthe blade guard, dying knife, and anti-ldckback pawls. • CHECK DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only. WEAR A DUST •ASK to keep from inhaling fine particles. • PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hsaring protection dudngextended periodsof operation, DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY MEDICATION. • STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what you ere doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired. Do not rash. • AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND PosmoNs where a sudden slip could cause your hand to move intothe blade. ALWAYS make sure you have good balance. • ALWAYS SUPPORT LARGE WORK PIECES while cuttingto minimize risk of blade pinching and kickback.Saw may slip. walk or slide while cutting large or heavy boards. GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK, Kickbackcan occur when the blade stalls, driving the work piece beck toward the operator. It can pullyour hand into the blade, resultingin sedous personal injury. Stay out of the blade path and turn switch off immediately if blade binds or stalls. • DISCONNECT ALL TOOLS. When not in use, before saP.'icing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnectedfrom power supply. • GROUND ALL TOOLS. See Electrical page. • • USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Using improper accessories may risk injury. USE ONLY SEARS REPLACEMENT PARTS. All repairs, whether electrical or mechanical, should be made by a qualified sarvice technician at a Sears Store or repair center. • • DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was designed, 5 I;IIIIFI'ZNRN" TABLESAW315.228390 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued) • USE A SUPPORT FOR THE SIDES AND BACK OF THE SAW TABLE when sawingwide or long workpleoas. Usa e sturdy "outrigger"support if e table extension is more than 24 inches long and is attached to the saw, to prevent tipping, • BEFORE CHANGING THE SETUP, REMOVING COVERS, GUARDS, OR BLADE; unplugthe saw end remove the switch key. • KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when Cleaning.Never use brake fluids, gesaline, petroleum-based products, or any solvents to clean tool. • KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP AND WITH SUFFICIENT SET. Sharp blades minimize stalling and kickback, • USE ONLY OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS, Use only extension cords with the marking "Acceptablefor usa with outdoor appliances; store cords indoors while not in usa." Use extension cordswith an electrical rating not less than the saw's rating, Always disconnect the extension cord from the outlet before disconnectingthe product from the extension cord. INSPECT TOOL CORDS AND EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and, if damaged, have repaired by a qualified service technicianat a Sears store or repair center. Stay constantly aware of cord locationand keep it well away from the moving blade. CUT ONLY WOOD, PLASTIC OR WOOD-LIKE MATERIALS. Do not cut metal. NEVER cut more then one piece at a time. DO NOT STACK more than one workpiece on the saw table at a time, DO NOT REMOVE THE SAW'S BLADE GUARDS. Never operate the saw with any guard or cover removed, Make sure all guards are operating propedy before each use, NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION FREEHAND. Always place the workplace to be cut on the saw table and position it firmly against the fence as a backstop. USE THE RIP FENCE. Always usa a fence or straight edge guide when ripping, BEFORE MAKING ments are secure. • • • A CUT, be sure all adjust- BE SURE THE BLADE PATH • FREE OF NAILS. Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before cutting. BE SURE THE BLADE CLEARS THE WORKPIECE, Never start the saw with the blade touching the workplace, KEEP HANDS AWAY FRO• CUTTING AREA. Do not reach underneath work or in blade cutting path with your hands and fingers for any reason. Always turn the power off, IS • ,& WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, ddlling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, Some examples of these chemicals are: USE A PUSHBLOCK OR PUSH STICK for workpiecas so small that your fingers go under the blade guard. NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other moving parts dudng usa, for any reason, _lb WARNING: Blade coasts after balng turned off. • ALLOW THE MOTOR TO COME UP TO FULL SPEED before starting a out to avoid blade bindingor stalling. • ALWAYS PUSH THE WORKPIEGE; never pull it toward the saw. • DO NOT FEED THE MATERIAL TOO QUICKLY, Do not force the workplace against the blade. • ALWAYS TURN OFF SAW before disconnecting it, to avoid accidental =talting when reconnectingto power supply. NEVER leave the table saw unattended while connected to a power DO NOT ABUSE CORD, Never yank cordto disconnect it from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use to instructother users, If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instruct_onsalso. • lead from lead-based paints, • crystalline silica from bricks and cement end other masonry products, and , arsenic and chromium from chemicallytreated lumbar, Your dsk from these exposures vades, 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. source. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS [IIRFIrSI4RN" TABLESAW$I_228390 6 EXTENSION CORDS GROUNDING Use only3-wirs extension cords that have 3-prong groundingplugs and 3-pole receptaclesthat accept the tool's plug.When using a powertool at a considerable distancefrom the power source, use an extension cord heavy enough to carry the currentthat the tool willdraw. An undersized extension cordwill cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of power and causingthe motor to overheat, Use the chart provided below to determine the minimumwire size required in an extension cord. Only round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter'sLaboratories(UL) should be used, Length of Extension Cord Up to 25 feet 26-100 feet In the event of a malfunctionor breakdown, grounding providese path of least resistancefor electriccurrent to reduce the risk of electric shock.This tool is equipped with an electdc cord having an equipmentgroundingconductorand a groundingplug. The plug must be plugged intoa matching outletthat is properly installedand groundedin accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Do not modifythe plug provided. If it will not fit the outlet, have the properoutlet installedby a qualified electrician,improper connection ofthe equiprnentgroundingconductor can result in a risk of electric shook.The conductor with insulationhaving an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripesis the equipment-groundingconductor. If repair or replacement of the electriccord or plug is necessary, do not connectthe equipment-groundingconductor to a live terminal. Wire Size (A.W.G.) 14 12 When workingwith the tool outdoors,use an extension cordthat is designed for outside use. This is indicated by the letters WA on the cord'sjacket. Before using an extension cord, inspectitfor loose or exposed wires and cut orwom insulation. Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the groundinginstructionsare net completely understood,or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properlygrounded. A_ CAUTION: Keep the cord away from the cutting arsa and positionthe cord so that It will not be caught on lumber, tools, or other objectsduring cuttingoperations. ELECTRICAL INSTRUCTIONS Repair or replace a damaged orwom cord immediately. This tool is intendedfor use on a cimultthat has an outlet like the one shownin Figure 1. It also has • groundingpin like the one shown, CONNECTION Your Sears Craftsman Table Saw is powered by a precisionbuilt electric motor. It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only (normal household cun'ent). Do not operate this tool on directcurrent (DC), A substantialvoltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motorwill overheat. If the saw does not operate when plugged into an outlet, double check the power supply. \ SPEED AND WIRING The no-load speed of yourtable saw is approximately 3,600 rpm. This speed is not constant and decreases under a load or with lower voltage. For voltage, the wiring in a shop is as importantas the motor's horsepower rating.A line intended only for lightscannot probedy carry a power tool motor.Wire that is heavy enough for a short distancewill be too lightfor a greeter distance. A linethat can supportone power tool may not be able to supporttwo or thrae tools. GROUNDING RN / COVEROF GROUNDED OtRLEr BOX 7 Fig, 1 ClllF1'$Nlnr TABLE SAW315,228390 Anti-Kickback Pawls Toothed safety devices behind the blade designedto stop a workpiece from being kicked back at the operator during a ripping operation. Arbor The shaft on which a blade or cuttingtool is mounted. Bevel Cut A cutting operation made with the blade at any angle other than 90° to the saw table. Molding A non-through cut that gives a varied shape to the workpiece and requires a special blade. Compound Cut A cut with both a miter angle and a bevel angle. Crosscut A cutting operation made across the grain orthe width of the workpiece, Dado A non-throughcut that gives a square notchor trough; requiresa special blade. Feat herboard A device to help guide workpieces during ripcuts. Rw A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the workpiece in order to make thinner pieces. Push Stick A device used to feed the workpiece through the saw blade dudng narrow cuttingoperations. It helps keep the operator'shands well away from the blade, Rabbet A notch in the edge of a workpiece. Resin A sticky,sap-bssed substance. RIp Cut A cut made with the the grain of the workpiece. Sawbladie Path The area directlyin linewith the blade -- over, under, behind, or in frontof it. Also, the workpiece area which will be or has been cut bythe blade. Set The distance that the tip of the saw blade tooth is bent (or set) outward from the face of the blade. Throw-Back Saw throwingback a workpiece; similar to kickback. Freehand (for table saw) Dangerous practice of making a cut without using rip or miter fences. See Safety Rules. Gum A sticky,sap-based residue from wood products. Heel Alignment of the blade. Through Sawing Any cutting operation where the blade extends completelythroughthe workpiece. Kerr The matedal removed by the blade in a through cut or the slot produced by the blade In a non-throughcut. TratIIng End The workpiece end last cutby the blade in a rip cut. Kickback A hazard that can occur when blade binds or stalls, throwing workplece back toward operator. Workplace The item on whichthe cutting operation is being done. The surfaces of a workpiesa are commonly referredto as faces, ends, and edges. Worktable The surface on whichthe workpiece restswhile performinga cuttingoperation. Leading End The end of the workpiece pushed intothe cutting tool first. Miter Cut A cutting operation made with the miter gage at any angle other than 0°. Blade Arbor BLadeDiameter Blade "13it 5/8 in, Rating 13 Amperes, 1,5 HP (3 HP max. developed) Input 120 V, 60 Hz -AC only 10 in. O° - 45 ° Table Size without table extensions 20 in. x 27 in. No Load Speed 3,600 RPM Table Size with table extensions 44 in. x 27 in. Cutting Capacity with Miter at 0°/Bevel 0 ° 3-3/8 in. Cutting Capacity wIth Miter at 0°/Bevel 45°: 2-1/4 in. £11RFTSMRN" TABLE ,SAW315.228390 8 Your new table saw has been designedto give you many years of high quality performance. To insure this goal, Wopar care and treatment is important. Careful treatment begins with removingall parts from the carton and checking them against the list of loose parts. The long box contains the rails. The large box holds all other parts, which are detailed in the Loose Parts List, • Remove the wax paper covedng on the table. Use any ordinary householdtype grease and spot remover. Immediatelyapply a coat of pasta wax to the table and table extensions. WARNING: To prevent accidental startingthat could cause possible sadous personal injury, assemble all parts to your sew before connecting itto power supply.Saw should never be connectedto power supplywhen you are assemblingparts, makingadjustments,installing or removingblades, or when not in use. • Separate the saw and all parts from the packing materialsand check each againstthe packing list, especiallythe small parts that can be hidden in the packing material. Note: Do not discard the packing matadals untilyou have carefully inspected the sew, identifiedall parts, and satisfactorilyoperated your new saw. _1= WARNING: If any parts are missing,do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could resultin possible serious personal injury. WARNING: Never use gasoline, naptha, or other highlyvolatile solvents. Do not ever let brake fluids, gasoline, petroioumJoased products,or penetrating oils contact plasticparts. Such chemicals can weaken or destroy plastic. The followingrecommendedaccassodes are currentlyavailable at Sears Retail Stores. Fence Guide System 7 in. Stack Steel Dado Guide Master 7 in. x 9/t6 in, Stack Dado Box Joint & Miter Guide 7 in. MoldingHead Set Universal Jig Taper Jig 2 Bit Molding Head Set Saw Baskets 10 in. Sanding Disc Jointer Clamps 8 in. Sanding Disc Elite Dado SpecialtyThroat Plate Excalibur Dado Align.A-Rip XRC Rip Fence MiterGage Hold Down Clamp 7 in. Adj. Dado 36 tip Dust Collection System 7 in. Adj. Dado 24 tip Accessory Table A_. WARNING: The use of attachments or accassedes not listed mightbe hazardous. 9 ElUlIqrENIIN" TABLESAW31.5.2,?.8,_0 The following items are included with your Table Saw. A D A. B. C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J. K. L. M. N. Table Saw Base ................................................... 1 Belt....................................................................... 1 Belt Guard ............................................................ 1 Blade Guard Assembly (Hardware Shown Separately) ............................. 1 Wrench ................................................................ 1 Handwheel (Hardware Shown Separately) .......... 2 Leg Brace, lower (short)....................................... 2 Leg Brace, lower(long) ........................................ 2 Leg Brace, upper (short) ...................................... 2 Leg Brace, upper (long) ....................................... 2 Leg ....................................................................... 4 Miter Gage ........................................................... 1 Motor .................................................................... 1 Motor MountingPlate (Hardware Shown Separately) ............................. 1 CRnFTSMnN'TABLESAW315,228,390 O. R Q. R. S. T. U, V, W. X. Y. 10 Z. Rail, Front (Hardware Shown Separately) ........... 1 Rail, Rear (Hardware Shown Separately)............ 1 Rip Fence ............................................................. 1 Blade Guard Bracket ........................................... 1 Switch Assembly ................................................. 1 Switch Key ........................................................... 1 Table Extension ................................................... 2 Hardware for MountingMotor,Motor Mounting Plate, and Belt Guard (Shown Separately) .......... 1 Hardware for Table Extensions (Shown Separately) ............................................. 1 Hardware for Leg Stand, Leveling Feet, and MountingSaw Base (Shown Separately) ............................................. 1 Hardware for Blade Guard Bracket and Blade Guard Assembly(Shown Separately) ........ 1 Owner's Manual (Not Shown) .............................. 1 Checkallloosepartsfromtheboxwiththelistontheprevious page,thefiguresbelowandonthefollowing page.Smallitems such as fasteners and end caps are shownin figures 2 b and 2 c. Follow the instructionsin the Assembly sectionto assemble your new sew. F. Hardware for Handwheel ................................... 2 screw (#10-24 x 1/2 in.) .................................... 2 X. Hardware for Leg Stand, LevelingFeet, and MountingSaw Base Hardware for Lag Stand .................................... 1 carriage bolt (5/16-t8 x 3/4 in.) ....................... 24 flat washer (#10) ............................................... 2 fiat washer (5/16 in.) ........................................ 24 hex nut (5116-18) ............................................. 24 V. Hardware for MountingMotor, Motor Mounting Plate, and Belt Guard Hardware for Mounting Motor............................ 1 hex bolt (5116-18 x 1 in.) .................................... 4 flat washer (5/16 in.) .......................................... 8 Hardware for Leveling Feet ............................... 1 levelingfoot ....................................................... 4 flat washer (5/16 in.) .......................................... 8 lock washer (5/16 in.) ........................................ 4 hex nut (5116-18) ............................................... 4 hex nut (5116-18) ............................................... 8 Hardware for Motor Mounting Plate ................... 1 hex bolt (5/16-18 x 3/4 in.) ................................ 2 i m Hardware for MountingSaw Base ..................... 1 hex bolt (5116-18 x 3/4 in.) ................................ 4 fiat washer (5/16 in.) ......................................... 6 Hardware for Belt Guard .................................... 1 hex nut (#10-24) ................................................ 4 hex nut (5/16-18) ............................................... 4 flat washer (#10) ............................................... 4 Fig. 2 b W, Hardware for Table Extensions ......................... 1 hex bolt (5/16-18 x 1 in.) ................................... 8 flat washer (5/16 in.) ....................................... 16 hex nut (5/16-18) ............................................... 8 11 rlUIFTSNRIr TABLESAW315,228,190 Checkalllooseparsfromtheboxwiththelistandfiguresbelowandontheprevious pages. Smallitemssuch asfasteners and end caps are shown in figure 2 c. Follow the instructionsin the Assembly section to assemble your new sew. O. Hardware for Rail, Front .................................... 1 Y* square head holt (5/16-18 x 1 in..) .................... 6 flat washer (5/16 in.) ......................................... 6 hex nut (5/16-18) ............................................... 6 Hardwarefor BladeGuard Bracketand BladeGuard Assembly Blade Guard Bracket ......................................... 1 hex cap screw (5/16-18 x 112 in.) ..................... 2 lock washer (5/16 in.) ........................................ 2 end cap for front rail .......................................... 2 screw (#8-32 x 112 in.) ...................................... 2 Blade Guard Assembly...................................... 1 sockethead cap screw (1/4-20 x 318 in.)........... 3 fiat washer (1/4 in.) ............................................ 3 i_ P, Hardware For Rail, Rear .................................... 1 Hardwarefor MountingSwitch Assembly squara nut (1/4-20) ............................................ 2 square head bolt (5/16-18 x 1 in,)..................... 6 screw (1/4-20 x 3/8 in.) ..................................... 2 screw (#10-24 x 3/8 in.) .................................... 2 flat washer (5/16 in.) ......................................... 6 hex nut (5/16-18) ............................................... 6 cord clip............................................................. end cap for rear rail ........................................... 2 2 screw (#8-32 x 1/2 in.) ...................................... 2 ( Fig. 2 c Note: Cord clip and screw mountto the either side of saw cabinet and are used to secure motor cord, depending upon operator preferanca of switch assembly, I:ll n FTJflNII N"I'ABLE SAW 315.228390 12 The following tools are needed for assembly and alignment, Note: The five hex keys listed below have been provided with your saw. The remaining tools are typical shop tools and are not included with your saw. SMALLI MEDIUM PHILUPSSCREWDRIVER NUTDRIVER 8 ram,t0 mm,and12mm HEXI_EYS(PROVIDED) and6mm COMBINATION SQUARE HAMMER 45°TRIANGLE _WRE_HES: 8 .m, ,Omm,and_2 mm _¢_ FRAMINGSQUARE ADJUSTABLE WRENCH 13 CRRFTSNIIW TABLESAW315.228390 The following labels are found on your saw in the locationsshown. Read all warningsand this owner's manual before using saw. B D E H B AWARNING A 10 inch Table Saw 3600 R.P.M. 1;!0 VOLTS 60 HZ AC ONLY 13 A JAWARNING J,,....._--.. IDENTICAL CRAFTBMAN REPLACEMENT MODEL 315.228390 MADE IN TAIWAN SF.ARS.ROEBUCI(ANDCO. Customer ra,lR.NO. I u. o._, PARTS. C_ US 1 S_I_.-lCaUUWI:=OI. Help Line 1-800.932.3188 Fig. 4 a CRRFI"$NRN"TABLESAW315.228390 14 C E • D • IDo Not Lift Saw With Rails 1 _or Extension Tables, J F A WARNING • Attach Btade Assembly • G WARNING Debris on Pall can mlsallgn the rip fence. Workplace could bind or suddenly kick back. You could be hit or cut, Clean debris off fence Pall before 3ositlonlng fence. Guard Before Operating this Saw • Read Owners £RRFr$ H RN"FI:_-:z: .'i_-_-"____:_=. J 15 Fig. 4 b CRRFTZNIIN"TABLE 8/kW315.228,190 KNOW YOUR TABLE SAW ANTI-KICKBACK PAWLS REARRAIL RIVINGKNIFE ORSPREADER MITER GAGEGROOVE BLADE RiPFENCE AUGH-A_UT INSERT TABLE EXTENSION SCALE TABLE EXTENSION FRONT RAIL MITER GAGE BEVEL HANDWHEEL SWITCH WITH KEY RIP FENCE HANDLE SCALE HEIGHT HANDWHEEL LEG STAND o BELTCOVER o LEVEUNGFOOT BEVEL _CK_NDLE MOTOR Fig, 5 CRRFTSNRN"TABLESAW3t5,228390 16 OVERVIEW The upper portion of the blade projects up throughthe table, surrounded by an insert celled the throat plate. The height of the blade is set with a handwheai on the front of the cabinet. To accommodate wide panels, the tabletop has extensions on each side. Detailed instructionsare provided in the Operationsection of this manual for the basic cuts:cross cuts, miter cuts, bevel cuts, and compound cuts, For cuts with the blade straight up and cuttingacross the grain (cross cuts or miter cuts), use the miter gage to set the angle and push the wood into the blade, To cut with the blade straight up, along the grain of the wood (rip cuts), usa the rip fence to guide the wood. Push srnailerpieces with a puchblock or pushstick. ALIGN-A-CUT INSERT - A plastic inserton which marks may be made to indicatethe location of the sawcuton the workpieco, ANTI-KICKBACK PAWLS - Kickbackis a hazard in whichthe workpiece is thrown back toward the pper_or. The toothed pawls are designed to snag the workpiese to prevent or reduce injuryshould kickback To tilt the blade for a bevel cut, use the bevel handwheel on the side of the cabinet. A bevel scale on the front of the cabinet shews the blade angle. Insidethe ceblnet, adjustable positivestops control the degree of tilt. Usa the miter gage with a bevel cross cut (compound cut) and the rip fence with a bevel dp cut. Other cuts requirespedal attachments, which have detailed instructionsto reduce risk of injuryand ensurethe bast performancefrom your new saw, Before attempting to use your saw, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements of your Sears Craftsman table saw. The saw's features are describedbelow, MITER GAGE oThis gage aligns the wood for a crosscut. The easy-to-read indicatorshows the exact angle for a miter cut, with positivestops at 90 ° and 45 ° . MITER GAGE GROOVES - The miter gage rides in these grooves on either side of the blade. MITER GAGE KNOB - Located on the miter gage, this knob locks in the cutting angle after selection. occur, BEVEL HANDWHEEL - This handwheel, on the right side of the cabinet, tilts the blade for a bevel cut, BEVEL SCALE - The easy-to-reed scale on the front of the workstand shows the exact blade angle. BLADE - This saw is provided with a Craftsman64 tooth, 10 in. steel blade. The blade is adjusted with bevel and height handwheelson the cabinet. Bevel angles are lockedwith a handle below the front rail. _k MOTOR (13 AMP) - The powerful inductionmotoris 1.SHP (3HP maximum developed), with capacitor start and V-belt drive, and is housed in a sturdysteel base, RAILS - Front and rear rails provide supportfor large workplecesand the dp fence. RIP FENCE - A sturdymetal fence guides the workplece and is secured with the ripfence handle, Grooves run along the top and sides of the ripfence for use with optional damps and accessories, RIP FENCE HANDLE - The handle on the front of the dp fence releases the rip fence or locks it in place. RIVING KNIFE OR SPREADER - Located directly behind the blade, it keeps cut edges from bindingand supportsthe blade guard. WARNING: Be sure to use only blades rated for at least 5,000 rpm and recommendedfor use on this saw, Check with your nearest Sears retail store. BLADE GUARD - Always keep the guard downover the blade for through-sawingcuts. BEVEL LOCK HANDLE - This handle, placed just under the worktable surface on the front of the cebinet, locksthe angle setting of the blade. Be sure the handle is hanging straight down before tiltingthe blade. If it is not straight down, it may jam and bend the lockingbolt, HEIGHT HANDWHEEL - Use this handwheelto lower and raise the blade for adjustments or replacement, it is located on the frontof the cabinet. SCALE - Found on the front rail, the easy-to-read scale providesprecise measurements in rip cuts. SWITCH WITH KEY - Your table saw has an easy access power switch locatedbelow the front rail, The yellow switch key must be removedfrom the hardware bag and inserted into the switch before saw can be oper_ed. To lock the switch in the OFF position, remove the switch key from the switch.Place the key in a locationthat is inaccessibleto children and others not qualifiedto use the tool. TABLE EXTENSIONS - Removable stamped steel extensions, 12 in. by 27 in,, suppor_larger workpieces. 17 CRIIFTSNIIN" TABLESAW315.228390 Assembly is bast done in the area where the saw will be used. When you remove the table saw base, loose parts, and hardware from the pecking matarials, check all items with the loose parts list and drawing. If you are unsura about the descdption of any pert. refer to the drawing. If any parts are missing,delay assembling until you have obtained the missing pert(s). INSTALLING HANDWHEELS BASE See Figure 6. • • Note: If you do not use the leg stand and mountthe saw table base on a bench instead of the legs, go to the procedurefor Assambling Table Extensions. Be sure the bench surface has an opening for sawdust to fall through. The opening should be as large as the opening in the bottom of the saw table base. A height of 36 inches from the top of the saw table to the floor is recommended. ON TABLE SAW Each handwheel bag contains a handwheel, a screw (# 10-24 x 1/2 in.), and a flat washer (#10). Alignhendwheels to the shaftends that extend from thefrontand dght sideof the table saw base, Match theflat spotson the shaftand insidethe handwheal, Inserta screwand a fiatwasher in the handwheel santer and tightenwith a 4 mm hex key. ASSEMBLING LEG STAND See Figures 7 and 8. BEVEL HANDWHEEL 24 cardage bolts (5/16-18 x 3/4 in.) 32 flat washers (5/16 in,) 32 hex nuts (5/16-18) 4 levelingfeet Note: Remaining hardware from this bag is used for mountingleg stand on the table saw base. • Take 4 legs and 8 braces from loose perts. • Place • shod upper brace insidetwo oftba legs, with the legs wide end up. (Upper braces have two largeholes in each end.) Make sure the two dimpleson the lag align with the two small holeson each brace, HBGHT HANDWHEEL TABLE SAWBASE • Take from the leg stand hardware bag the following: SHAFTEND WASHER SCREW UPPERBRACE WASHER HEX NUT Fig. 6 CARRIAGE LOWER BRACE LEG HEXNUT LEVEUNGFOOT £RRFlr];NRN"i'ABLE SAW315,2211390 18 Fig. 7 ASSEMBLING LEGSTAND(Continued) _. • Align the two large holeson the brace and the legs, Insertthe carriage bolts, Add fiat washers and hex nutsand hand tighten, Repeat for the other short upper brace, These are the frontand beck sets. • Forthe sides, installa long upper brace on two legs.Add hardware and finger tighten. Repeat for the other long upper brace. • Use the same stepsto installthe lower braces, Tighten all hex nutswith a 12 mm wrench, • Place a hex nut and flat washer on each leveling foot, Install the leveling feet from the bottomof each leg with the boltspointingup. Secure with a flit washer and hex nut but do not tighten, • Move the leg stand to desired location.Adjust the levelingfeet with a 12 mm wrench, then securely tighten the top hex nut, WARNING: Do not liltthe sew table without help. The table saw base weighs approximately 95 Ibs. Hold it close to your body. Keep your knees bent and lift with your legs, not your beck. Ignoringthese precautionscan result in beck Injury, • Place the leg stand on the table saw base. Align the holes in the table with the holes in the end braces, Make surethe Craftsman libel faces the frontof the saw (same side as height handwheel), • Place a fiat washer on each bolt and insertthrough hole. Add a fiat washer and a hex nut. Hand tighten. • Repeat for the three remainingholes. Tighten all hardwarawith a t2 mm wrench. You may find it helpfulto use two wrenches, one wrenchto hold the head of the bolt and one to tighten the hex nut. Leave the sew upside downto add table extensions, LEG STAND FLATWASHER HEX SAWBASE LEGSTANDSHOWNA,.%qBIBLED Fig. 8 MOUNTING THE LEG STAND ON THE TABLE SAW BASE See Figure 9. • Take the followingfrom the hardware bag: 4 hex bolts(5/16-18 x 3/4 in.) 4 hex nuts (5'16-18) 8 fiat washers (5116 in.) Note: This herdwam was in the beg with hardware for assemblingthe leg stand and levelingfeat. • Place the saw table upside down on a smooth surface,such as cardboard, on the floor, Fig. 9 19 CRRFTSNNFI'ABLE SAW315.221B90 ASSEMBLING TABLEEXTENSIONS j_ See Figure 10. • Locate the table extensions and the small herdware bag with the following: 8 hex bolts (5/16-18 x 1-1/4 in.) 8 hex nuts (5/16-18) 16 fiat washers (5/16 in.) ,_k WARNING: The table extensionsnot only providea supportfor kirge or wLdepieces of material, but help protect you. Serious injurycan result from workpieca bindingor kickback due to twisted roils or a misaligned rip fence. • With the saw upside down, align table extensions to the saw table. PUt a fiat washer on each bolt, and attach the extensions to the table by inserting boils through holes from the direction of the table. Slip the remainingflat washers and hex nuts on the bolts.Lightlytighten with a 12 mm wrench. • WARNING: Do not lift the saw table without help. Hold it close to your body, Keep your knees bent and lift with your lags, not your back. Ignodngthese precautionscan result in back injury. ALIGNING TABLE EXTENSIONS See Figure 11. A good alignment allowsthe roilsto slide on easily. • Stand at the front of the saw and line upthe front edges of the sew table and extensions. • Pull the extensions out slightly,put a block of wood where the extension meats the table, and tap the blockof wood with a hemmer. Check and repeat until the frontedges are even. • Lift each extension slightlyuntil it is higherthan table (if necessary,piaca a block belowand tap upward). Center the blockof wood over the front and rear edges and tap it until bothare even (flush) with sew table. Recheck the front alignment, If even, tighten the screwswith a 12 mm wrench, BLOCK OFWOOD TABLE EXTENSION TABLE EXTENSION BLOCK FRONT OF SAW TABLE FRONT OF OF WOOD TABLE EXTENSION \ BLOCK TOP OF OFWOOD SAW TABLE TAP HERE TAP HERE TOP OF TABLE EXTENSION HE)( HEADBOLT FLAT WASHER SPLIT RAIL DESIGN HEXNUT Your saw has a split rail design. The front and rear roils each have a left and right piece that must be installed.They are joined together on your saw with a connector. We suggestthat you install the right roar and right front pieces first. Align and secure these pieces, then use the connectors provided to secure left rear and left front pieces, Fig.10 • Get help to stand saw assembly uprightusing the center saw tabte, Do not grasp saw by extensions. rRRFTSNRN*'rABLESAW315.22s_Igo 20 Note: The right side of saw is on your dght when facing the saw, as if you were in normal operating position, INSTALLING SQUARE HEADBOLTS THE REAR RAIL See Figures 12- 14. _k • WARNING: Front and rear rails must be installedand carefully aligned to reducethe risk of kickback, Kickback can result in serious injury. WASHER TABLE From the carton, remove the mar rail pieces and the followinghardware: 6 squarehead bolts(5/16-18 x I in,) 6 fiat washers (5/16 in,) 6 hex nuts (5/16-18) Rear rail connector Right and left end caps for rear rail 2 screws (#8-32 x 112 in.) Note: Remaining hardware from this hardware beg is used for installingthe front rail and end caps. REARRAIL • At the back of the table, put the square head bolts in the holes in the edge of the saw table and the outer holes in each extensiontable so the bolt heads extend outward 112 in. • Under the table, loosely attach washers and hex nutsonto bolts. Slide the slot on the rear rail over the bolts.Adjust each bolt to fit the rail closelyto the table. • Position right rail (longest piece) so that right hand edge extends 2-1/2 inches beyondtable extension. • Push right rail against table and tighten each nut with a 12 mm wrench. If rail jams and does not slide easily over bolts, re-align table extensions. REAR RAIL CONNECTOR Fig. 13 • Put the end caps on rail ends. Insert the screws and tighten with a phillipshead screwdriver. TABLE SLOT EXTENSION REARRAIL END CAP SCREW REAROFSAW SQUARE HEADBOLTS Fig. 14 HE)(NUT FLAT WASHER Fig, 12 21 CRRFTSMRN'I"ABLE SAW31_2283S0 INSTALLING THE FRONT RAIL SQUARE HEADBOLTS See Figures 15and 16. • Get the front rail pieces, the switch assembly, and the following hardware: 6 square head bolts (5/16-18 x 1 in.) 6 flat washers (5/16 in.) 6 hex nuts (5/16-18) 2 screws (1/4-20 x 3/8 in.) (located on switch plate) 2 square nuts (1/4-20) (located on switch plate) Front rail connector Right and left end caps for front rail 2 screws (#8-32 x 112 in.) • Set aside end caps and screws until you have alignedthe ripfence and front rail. • Insertthe s_ squarehead boltsintothe table and extensions,so the boltheads extend outward112in. • Looselyattach a washer and a hex nut to each bolt. • • • HEXNUT TABLE EXTENSION FLAT WASHER FRONT CONNECTOR The back of the rail has two slots. Slide the upper slot over the bolts. (Bottom slot is for switch.) Align the dght rail from left to dght - Match the 7-1/8 in. mark on the right scale to the right edge of the table saw base (main table). See Figure 16. Snug right rail against table. Finger-tighteneach nut on the table and extensions. Fig. 15 FRONTRAIL Locate the switch assembly. The two screws are installedthrough the back of the switch plate with the square nuts extending out toward the front. Note: The square nuts am loose on the switch plate. • Slide the square nuts into the lower slot of the rail. • Slide the switchassembly to a convenient position, leaving ample clearance for the hendwheel. Tighten securely with a screwdriver. Do not tighten the rail bolts. ENDCAP • • SCALE SCREW Attach the and caps and screws with a phillips screwd dver. WARNING: Place the switch out of the immediate work area to avoid accidentally turning it off dudng operation. SAWTABLE TABLE EXTEI_ON TABLE EXTENSION RAILSLOT FRONTRAIL SWITCHSLOT RIGHTSCALE WITHKEY FRONTRAIL ERRFTSMRN"i'AB LESAW315.22.8390 22 Fig. 16 ALIGNINGTHERIPFENCEANDFRONTRAIL MOUN_NGTHE See Figures 17 and 18. See Figure 19. The ripfence scale indicatoris installedon the dght side of the dp fence but can be removed and reinstalledon the left side if needed. If a cuttingoperation requiresplacing the dp fence on the left side of the blade, and you find relocating the scale indicator necessary, simply unscrewand ra-attach it, • Hook the back of the rip fence over the rear rail. Lowerthe front of the ripfence intothe groove on the front rail. • Slide the rip fence back and forth. It shouldmove freely with about t/16 in. clearance between the rip fence and table surface. If it doesn't, loosen the nuts holdingthe front and rear rails and adjust it up or down. • • When the fence ddas smoothly, tighten all rail hex nuts with a 12 mm wrench. • Align the holes in the motor mounting plate and the motorbracket sothe top edges are even. Place a fiat washer on the 1 in. belts and insertinto the holes. • • • MOTOR Get the motorassembly, the motor mounting plate and the following hardware: 4 8 4 4 2 hex bolts (5/16-18 x 1 in.) fiat washers (5/16 in.) lock washers (5/16 in.) hex nuts (5/16-18) hex bolts (5/16-t8 x3/4 in.) Nota: Remaining hardware from this bag is used for installingthe belt guard. • Remove the rip fence and repeat the steps in the two previous sections to install the remaining sections of the front and rear rail assemblies. Release the bevel lock handle (frontof cabinet) and turn the bevel hendwheal (side of cabinet) until the blade isfully vertical. Retightanthe bevel lock handle. • Installa flat washer, Iockwasher, and a hex nut on each bolt. Hand tighten only. This is the motor supportassembly. • Cantarthe motor side to side on the motor mounting plate. Tighten the nuts with a 12 mm wrench. Use the rail connectors provided to join each rail assembly togather. Slide the rip fence back and forth to make sure it moves freely. Also check the clearance between the rip fence and the table surface on the other side of the blade. • RIPFENCE Insertthe two rodson the motor supportassembly into holes in the cradle. Push the motor in as far as it will go. Thraad the two hex bolts intothe cradle to clamp down on the rods. Do not securely tighten bolts yet. HE](BOLTS HOOKOVER REARRAILHERE REARRAIL RODS Fig. 17 TO INSTALL SCALEINDICATOR ONLEFTSIDE MOTOR BRACKET RIPFENCE MOTOR ASSB_BLY FRONTRAIL WASHER I in. HE]( BOLTS Fig. 19 Fig. 18 23 CRRFT.t'NRR'I'ABLESAW315.228390 INSTALLING THE BELT AND BELT GUARD See Figures 20 and 21. • Get the bolt, bolt guard, 4 fiat washers (#10) and 4 small hex nuts (#10-24). • • Lower the blade byturning the height handwheel, Slip the bolt on the sew pulley (inside cabinet). Lift the motorforward and place the bolt on the motor pulley. • Check that the bolt is straightand both pulleysare aligned, If not, adjustthe motoron the motor supportassembly. Refer to Mountingthe Motor. • • Raise the sew blade all the way up. Pullthe motorout until the belt is taut. Securely tightenthe hex boltsabove the rods with a 12 mm wrench. • Putyour hand around the bolt halfway between the two pulleys and squeeze the bolt until both sides of the belt touch. The motor should move freely as you squeeze the bolt. If it does not, loosenthe hex bolts and readjustthe belt tension. • Lower the blade with the height handwheel. Lilt the motorforward and remove the bolt. • • • BELT BEL WASHERS Fig. 21 CHECKING THE THROAT PLATE See Figure 22. Open the hinged bolt guard and place it over the motorscrewson the motor pulley. Secura with flat washers and hex nuts. Securelytighten the hex nutswith a 8 mm wrench. _1_ CAUTION: The throat plata must be even with the table surface. If it is too high or too low,the workplace can catch on uneven edges and cause kickback. Replace the belt and snap the guard closed, Checkthe clearances by indexingthe blade. Turn the bevel handwheelto 45* and back. Use the height handwheel to fully lower and raise the blade. • SAWPULLEY Make surethe throat plata is flush withthe table top. To change height of the throat plata, loosenthe flat heed screwthat securesthe throat plate and adjustthe four setscrewswith a 2 mm hex key. Do nat allowthe throat plate to bow up above the table surface. 2mm HEXKEY SETSCREW FRAMINGSQUARE HROAT PLATE TABLE TOP MOTOR PULLEY MOTORSCRL_NS CRRFTJ;NRN"rABLESAW315.2,?.1BS0 HEIGHT HANDWHEEL BEVEL HANDWHEEL Fig. 20 24 Fig. 22 INSTALLINGTHEBLADEGUARD See Figures 23 - 25. _L • BLADE SOCI_ET HEADSCREWS WARNING: If the blade is not fully lowered, turn the height handwheelto lowerthe blade to prevent injury. Get the blade guard, the blade guard bracket,and the followinghardware: O FLAT WASHER 2 hex bolts(5/16-18 x 1/2 in.) 2 lock washers (5/16 in,) 3 socket head screws (1/4-20 x 3/8 in.) 3 fiat washers (1/4 in.) • Align the lower end of the blade guard bracketand the threaded boles of the cradle and insolt the hex boltsand lock washers. Securely tighten with a 12 mm wrench. • Remove the throat plate, See page 34. • Put the blade guard assembly in place on the table top, aligningthe screw holes in the riving knifeto the holes in the bracket. Alignthe hole in the front of the rivingknife base with the screw hole in the cradle. Note: The screw hole is located under the slot in back of the throat plate. • Insert two socket head screws and two flat washere in the two holes at the back of the rivingknife base, Securely tighten with a 5 mm hex key. • Insmt the third socket heed screw and fiat washer into screw hole in cradle under throat plate, Securely tighten with a 5 mm hex key. • Raise the blade all the way up. Fig. 24 SOCKET HEADSCREW FLAT BLADE RIVING KNIFE BLADE GUARD BRACKET _NTI-KICKBACK PAWLS LOCK WASHER Fig. 25 HEX Fig. 23 25 CRAFTSN Rr'I'ABLESAW315,2283g0 ALIGNING THE RIVING KNIFE WITH THE BLADE See Figures 26 - 28. BLADE GUARD RIVINGKNIFE _1_ WARNING: Make sure the switch is off, the switch key is removed, and your saw is unplugged. Failure to do so could result in accidental starting, causing sedous personal injury, The rivingknife must be alignedwith and centered over the blade. ,_ • BLADE WARNING: It is importantto installand adjust the rivingknife correctly. Poor alignment could cause kickback and throw the workpiece at the operator. Raise the blade guard, • Place a framing square or straightedgebeside the blade on the left. See Figure 26. • Loosen the front screw on the riving knife with a 5 mm hex key. See Figure 27. • Centarthe rivingknife over the blade. See Figure 28. • / Fig, 27 Securelytighten the screw with a 5 mm bex key. RIVINGKNIFE RIVINGKNIFE BLADE I SAW TABLE / THROAT PLATE J FRAMING SQUARE BLADEf FRAMINGSQUARE Fig, 26 TOP MEW OF SAW WITH RIVING KNIFE SHOWNCENTERED OVER BLADE Fig. 28 ICRRFTSNRR'TABLESAW315.228390 26 FRAMINGSQUARE CHECK HEELING (PARALLELING) OF THE SAWBLADE TO THE MITER GAGE GROOVE See Figures 29- 30. DO NOT loosen any screws until you have checked with a square and rode sure adjustments are neceeaa_y. Once the screws are loosened, these items must be reset. Jl_ WARNING: Make sure the switch is off, the switch key is removed, and your saw is unplugged. Failure to do so could result in accidental starting, resulting in serious personal injury. A WARNING: The sawblade must be parallelto the miter gage groove so the wood does not bind, resulting in kickback. You could be hit or cut. MITERGAGEGROOVE Fig. 29 • Liftthe blade guard. Raise the blade all the way by turningthe height handwbeel. • Mark beside one of the sawblade teeth at the front of the blade. Place a framing square beside the blade on the mark. Be sure the framing square is between the teeth and fiat againstthe blade, Measure the distance to the dghtmiter gage groove, • Turn sawblade so the marked tooth is at the back. • Move the square to the rear and again measure the distance to the right miter gage groove. If the distances are the same, the blade and the miter gage groove are parallel. No adjustments are needed. • If the distances measured are different, adjust the table bracket underneath the saw. See "Heeling (Paralleling) The Sawblade To The Miter Gage Groove" in the Adjustments se_.tion, MITER GAGE GROOVE 27 Fig. 30 CRRFT.IflP4 AN"T/_LE SAWalS,2281_ MITERGAGE CHECKING RIP FENCE AND BLADE ALIGNMENT See Figures 31 - 33. BLADE RIP FENCE GROO_ _ FRAMING SQUARE The rip fence is self-aligning but should be checked before first use. • L WARNING: Failure to align the dp fence to the blade can cause jams and kickback, resulting in sedous personal injury. • Slide the dp fence to the miter gage groove, which is parallelto blade. Do not lock the dp fenne. • Place a framing square against the dp fence, with the long and towards the front of the blade. Measure the distancefrom the dp fence to the edge of the blade, • Move the square to the back of the blade and measure the distancefrom the other end of the tip fence to the blade, • • • Fig. 31 MITERGAGE GROOVE If the distancesare different, loosen the four screwsaround the dp fence handle with a 6 mm hex key, Alternate the order (loosen the screw opposite, not next to the first one), Hold the fence handle against the fmot rail and align the rip fence with the blade, Retightenthe screws in alternating order and check the alignment, • Repeat until the dp fence is aligned, • Lock the rip fence handle in desired positionby rotating the handle down. BLADE To complete assembly of the saw, plug the motor cord into the beck of the switch. Run the cord around the side of the cabinet. Secure it to the side of the cabinet with the cord clip and screw provided, Use care with the cord around sharp edges, Your sew is now set up to provide years of high quality performance. FRAMING SQUARE Fig. 32 RIPFENCE Note: To insure properserf alignmentwhen positioning dp fence, push skies of scale indicator housingagainst front rail before lockingdp fence handle. RIP FENCEHANDLE CRIIFTSNRN'TABLESAW315,228390 RIP FENCE 28 Fig. 33 CHECKING SQUARENESS OF EXTENSION TABLES TO SAW TABLE See Figure 34. The extension tables should be checked for squamess to the saw table for smooth operation of the rip fence and rails. SAW TABLE o Place a square on the saw table, with the short end up and check. The long end of the square should extend across one of the extension tables. If the extension table is not square with the saw table. proceed as follows: • Loosen the two hex nuts (one for each rail) securingthe front and rear rails to the extension table. Do not loosen hex nuts secudng rails to saw table, • Raise or lower extension table until it is square with the saw table. I o EXTENSION TABLE EXTENSION TABLE F-1 SAWTABLE [ _'_- SQUARE II ,-,., • "13ghtenhex nuts securely. • Check extension table on opposite side of blade. Repeat the above procedure if necessary. EXTENSION TABLE I I_DI,_ON TABLE Fig. 34 29 CRBFT._'MBrI'ABLE,_W $18.2211_0 To avoid unnecessary setups 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, GUARD REPLACING THE BLADE See Figures35- 37. _lb • TO LOOSEN BLADENUT WARNING: Make sure the switch isoff, the switch key is removed, and your saw is unplugged,Failure to do so could result in accidental starting, resultingin serious personal injury, BLADE NUT Raise the blade guard and remove the throat plate. To remove, loosen the screw at the frontwith a phillipsscrewdriverand lift the front end. Pun it out toward the front end. .BIADE WASHER • Raise the blade to its highest positionby turning the height handwheel clockwise. Angle the blade straight up by looseningthe bevel lock handle and turningthe bevel handwheel. Wedge a piece of scrapwood against the front of the blade. See Figure 35. • Loosen the blade nut with the blade wrench providedwith your saw, Remove the blade nut and blade washer, Carefully remove the scrap wood and blade. • To replace the bladewith an accessory blade, followthe instructionsprovidedwith the acceseorj. • To installa standard blade, place the new blade on the arbor shaft,with teeth pointingdown towardthe frontof the saw, Wedge a piece of scrap wood at the back of the blade. See Figure 37. SGRAPWOOD Fig. 35 BLADE / / l BLADENUT ! • k CAUTION: The teeth must point down toward the front of the saw to work properly.Otherwise, damage to the blade, sew, or workpiece can occur. • 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 snug againstthe arbor housing.Tighten securely. • Remove the scrap wood and rotate the blade by handto make sureitturns freely, • Slip the throat plate intothe opening and push it toward the back of the saw to engage the spring clip, Securely tighten the screw. If the throat plate is not flush with the table, adjustthe setscrewswith a 2 mm hex key. Do not allowthe throat plate to bow up above the table surface. [RRFTSMRN"TABLESAW315.228390 / ARBORSHAFT 30 Fig. 36 SCRAPWOOD BLADEGUARDIS NOTSHOWNFORCLARITY BLADE GUARD 3LADE NUT f MITERGAGE GROOVE Fig. 38 BLADE WASHER TOTIGHTEN BLADEHUT Fig. 37 HEELING (PARALLELING) THE SAWlBLADE TO THE MITER GAGE GROOVE See Figures 38- 40. DO NOT loosen any screws for this adjustment until you have checked with a square and made test cuts to be sure adjustments am necessmy. Once the screws are loosened, these Items must be reset. MARKEDTOOTH AT BACK //+ WARNING: Make sure the switchis off, the switchkey is removed, and your saw is unplugged, Failure to do so could resultin accidental starting, resulting in serious personal injury. ,_ MITERGAGEGROOVE • WARNING: The sawblade must be parallelto the miter gage groove so the wood does not bind, resulting in kickback,You could be hit or cut. j_ Liltthe blade guard. Raise the blade ell the way by turning the height handwheel. • Mark besideone of the cawblade teeth at the front of the blade. Place a framing square besidethe blade on the mark. Be sure the framing square is between the teeth and flat againstthe blade. Measure the distance to the rightmiter gage groove. • Turn sawblade so the marked tooth is at the back. Fig. 39 If the distances measured are different, adjust the table bracket underneath the saw. WARNING: When reachingunder the sew table, wear gloves. Accidental contact with the blade could cause a cut resulting in serious personal injury. • • • Remove the throat plate by looseningthe front screwwith a phillipsscrewdriver,Lift the throat plate and pullit out by the frontend, • Lowerthe blade complatalywith the height handwheel. You can then access the table brackets throughthe throat plate opening, • From the peck, loosenthe three rear screws holdingrear table bracket usinga 12 mm wrench, • If the blade was too far from the miter gage groove, move the rear bracket toward the miter gage groove, Tap with a blockof wood and hammer. Move the squareto the rear and again measure the distance to the right miter gage groove. If the distances are the same, the blade and the miter gage groove are parallel. No adjustments am needed. 31 CRRFI"tMRN"TABLE:SAW315.228390 • If the blade was too close to the miter gage groove, back the bracket away with the blockof wood and hammer. SETTING THE BEVEL STOPS AND INDICATOR See Figures 41 and 42. • Tightenthe screws, raise the blade and recheck. A • Repeat untilblade is parallelto miter gage groove, • If the blade is not parallel, adjustthe front table bracket. Tilt the blade to 45 ° with the blade lock handle and bevel handwheal. • Fmm the beck of the saw, loosen the boltsholding the front table bracket,as well as the rear table bracket. The bevel scale should show 0 ° when the blade is set verticalat 90° to table, and 45 ° when blade is at 45 ° tilt, • Repositionthe blade to 90 ° with the bevel handwheel end blade lock handle. • • Lowerthe blade and movethe bracketsas needed, Retiglten all bracket screws. • Raise the blade and recheck. Repeat untilthe blade is parallelto the miter gage groove. • Place the throat plate in the opening and push it toward the rear of sew base to engage the spring clip. WARNING: Make sure the switch is off, the switchkey is removed, and your sew is unplugged.Failure to do so could resultin accidental starting, rasuitingin sedous personal ir_u_. Raise the blade all the way up by turningthe height handwhsel. Lift the blade guard. • Loosen bevel lock handle and tam the bevel handwhselclockwiseto tiltthe blade, Raveme it and turn the handwheel counterclockwiseuntil it stops, • Check the bladeangle with a combinationsquare. Don't letthe square touch a blade tooth, The blade shouldbe at 90° and the scala indicatorat 0 °. Note; The keyslot in the throat plate willdrop over the front screw, Note: The scale indicatoris the plastic plate on the scale at the front of the cabinet. • Tightenthe screw, Do not allowthe throat plata to bow up above the table surface. • Ifthe scale indicatordoes not point to 0 °, loosen the scale indicatorwith a screwdriver,adjust it within the slot, and retightenthe screw. SAW TABLE VIEW FROM BELOW • If the blade angle Is wrong, adjustthe 90 ° stop screw (leftof the blade, lookingfrcm the front), Start by turning the 90 ° stop screw three or four rums with a 4 mm hex key. REAR SAWTABLE TABLEBRACKET / 90°STOPSCREW 45' STOPSCREW BRACKET/ SCREW(sl / I FRONT TABLEBRACKET r'"l I l I 7--7 FRONT/ BRACKET SCREW(S) CRRFrSNRN" TABLESAW316._83g0 4mm HEXKEY L\ Fig. 40 Fig. 41 32 • Turn the bevel handwheel clockwiseonce, then beck counterclockwise to square blade with table. • Tightenthe 90 ° stop screw and recheck that the blade is square in a 90" position.If not, repeat, When the blade is square, checkthe scala indicator. If it is not at zero, reset the scale indicatoras before. • Check the 45 ° setting. Tilt the blade with the bevel handwheel as far as it will go to the left. Place the square againstthe blade (be sure the square is not against one of the saw teeth). If the blade is not at 45°, unscrewthe 45 ° stop screw (dght of blade), turnthe hendwheel until the blade is correct,and tightenthe screw. Recheck and repeat if necesseW. • Check that the scale indicator is at 45 °, • Loosen knob and pull out on stop pinto rotate miter gage base pest stop screws. • Loosen the lock nut of the 0 ° stop screw at the stop pin with a 8 mm wrench. • Place a 90" square against the miter gage rod and the miter gage base. • If the rod is not square, loosen the knob, adjustthe rod, and tighten the knob. • • Adjust the 0 ° stop screw until it rests against the stop pin. If not, loosenthe scale indicatorwith a screwdriver, adjust it withinthe slot, and retightenthe screw. • Adjust the plus and minus45 ° stop screws usinga 45 ° tdangle and the steps above, MITER GAGEROD SCALE INDICATOR Fig, 42 45' STOPSCREW ADJUSTING THE MITER GAGE See Figure 43. You can set the miter gage at 0 ° and plus or minus 45 ° with the miter gage stop pin and adjustable stop KNOB MITER GAGEBASE 0° ADJUSTABLE STOPSCREW LOCKNUT STOPPIN SCreWS, Note: The miter gage provides close accuracy in angled cuts. For very close tolerances, test cuts are recommended. Fig. 43 33 CRflFTSMRN"TABLESAW316.228390 REMOVING I REPLACING PLATE See Figure 44. _k THE THROAT THROATPLATE KEYSLOT WARNING: Make sure the switchis off, the switch key is removed, and your saw is unplugged.Failure to do so could result in accidental starting,resulting in sadous personal injury. SPRINGCUP TABLE • To remove the throat plata, first loosen the screw in the throat plate with a phillipsscrewdriver and lift the front end. Pull it out toward the frontof the saw. • To re-installthe throat plate, place it in the opening. Push it toward the rear of saw base to engage the springclip. Note: The keyslot in the throat plata will drop over the screW. • • Check that the throat plate is even withthe table top. If not, adjustthe four sat screws with a 2 mm hex key. See the procedure in the Assamb/y section. Securelytightenthmat plata screw. Do not allow the throat plate to bow up above the table surface. CRRFI"SHHN"TABLESAW31S.2283gO Fig. 44 34 BASIC OPERATION OF THE TABLE SAW A table sew can be used for straight-linecutting operations such as cross cutting, dpping, mitadng, beveling, and compound cutting.It can make dado or molding cutswith optional accessories. 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 connectionof the equipment can resultin electdc shock. Check with an electdcian or service personnel if you are unsure about propergrounding. Do not modifythe plug; if it will not fit the outlet, have the correct outlet installedby a qualified electrician. Refer to the Electrical page of this manual. Note; This table sew is designed to cut wood and wood compositionproductsonly, CAUSES OF KICKBACK Kickbackcan occurwhen the blade stalls or binds, kickingthe workplace back toward you with great force and speed. If your hands are near the sewblade, they may be jerked loosefrom the workplace and may contact the blade. Obviously, kickback can cause sedous injury,and it is well worth using precautionsto avoid the risks. Kickbackcan be caused by any actionthat pinches the blade in the wood, such as the following: • • Making a cutwith incorrectblade depth Sawing into knots or nails in the workplace • • Twistingthe wood while making a cut Failingto supportwork • • Forcinga cut Cuttingwarped or wet lumber • Using the wrong blade for tho type of cut • • Not following correct operating procedures Misusingthe saw • • Failing to use the anti-kickback pawls Cuttingwith a dull, gummed-up, or impmpodyset blade AVOIDING • To avoid pinchingthe blade, supportthe work properlybefore beginninga cut. • When makinga cut, use steady, even pressure. Never force cuts. • Do not cutwet orwarpsd lumbar. • Always hold your workpiesefin'nlywith beth hands or with pushstioks,Keep your body in a balanced position to be ready to resist kickbackshouldit occur. Never stand directlyin line with the blade. • A pushblockhas e handle fastened by recessed screws from the underside. Use it on non-through CutS, A CAUTION: Be sure the screw is recessed to avoid damaging the sew or workplace. PLI6HSTICKS KICKBACK • Always use the correct blade depth setting, The top of the blade teeth should clear the workpiece by 1/8 in. to 114 in. • Inspectthe work for knotsor nails before beginning a cut, Knockout any loose knotswith a hammer. Never sew icto a loose knot or nail. • Always use the dp fence when dp cutting and the miter gage when cross cutting.This helps prevent twistingthe wood in the cut. Always use clean, sharp, and propsdy-satblades. Never make cuts with dull blades. • Use the dghttype of blade for the cut being made, CUTTING AIDS See Figure 45. Pushsticksare devices used for safely pushing a workplace throughthe blade instead of using your hands, They can be made in vadous sizes and shapes from scrap wood to use in a specific project. The stickmust be nanmwarthan the workpieca,with a 90'A notchin one end and shapingfor a gdp on the other end. A feather'boardis a device used to help controlthe workplace by guidingit securelyagainst the table or fence. Featherboardsare especially usefulwhen dpping small wodqolecesand for completing nonthroughcuts. The end is angled, with a number of short kerfsto give a frictionhold on the workpiese, Lock it in place on the table with a C-clamp. Test that it could resist kickback. & 35 WARNING: Place the featherboard against the uncut portionof the workplace,to avoid kickback that could cause sedous personal injury. rRIIFIrSHIIN"T/L, BLESAW31_228,190 TYPESOFCUTS See Figure 46. There are six basic cuts: 1) the cress cut, 2) the rip cut, 3) the miter cut, 4) the bevel cress cut, 5) the bevel dp cut, and 6) the compound (bevel) miter cut, AJIother cuts are combinationsof these basic six. Operating proceduresfor making each kind of cut are given later in this section, _, WARNING: Always make sure the blade guard and anti-kickback pawls are in place and working properlywhen making these cuts to avoid possibleinjury. _ IzJ _.._ v 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 cuts are made with the grain of the wood. To avoid kickback while making a dp cut, make sure one side of the wood ridesfirmly against the dp fence. Rip Cut ® 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 controlledby holdingthe work.piecesecurelyagainst the miter fence, _. ,t._.._=_ o WARNING: Always use a pushstickwith small pieces of wood, and also to finishthe cut when rippinga long narrow piece of wood, to prevent your handsfrom getting close to the blade. Bevel Cross Cut Bevel cuts are made with an angled blade. Bevel cross cuts are across the wood grain, and bevel rip cutsare with the grain. The rip fence must always be on the right side of the blade for bevel dp cuts. Compound (or bevel) miter cuts are made with an angled blade on wood that is angled to the blade. Be thoroughlyfamiliar with making cress cuts, rip cuts, bevel cuts, and miter cuts before trying a compound miter cut, Bevel Rip CUt _IL WARNING: All blades and cutting accessories must be rated for at least 5,000 rpm to prevent possibleinjury. Compound (bevel) Miter CUt Fig, 46 CRRFTSNRII"TABLESAW315.228390 36 MAKING A CROSS CUT See Figures 47 and 48. It is recommendedthat you make test cuts on scrap wood. Stand at the front of the saw and pushthe wood to the blade with the miter gage. _lb WARNING: Make sure the blade guard is lowered over blade and is working properlyto prevent possibleinjury. • Set the blade to the dghtdepth for the wod
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