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Summary of Contents for 315.108241

Page 1: ...tion and All Instruc tions Carefully i Thank You for Buying A Craftsman Circular Saw r 7 1 4 iNCH CIRCULAR SAW DOUBLE iNSULATED Warranty Introduction Operation Maintenance Repair Parts Sold by SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U SA 972000 211 9 94 Printed In U SrA ...

Page 2: ...GAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY PRE VENTING BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED SUR FACES For example pipes radiators ranges refrig erator enclosures 3 4 5_ 6v 7_ 8_ KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN WORKING OR DER Never wedge or tie _ower blade guard open_ Check operation of lower blade guard before each use Do not use if lower blade guard does not close briskly over saw blade_ WARNING IF SAW IS DROPPED LOWER BLADE ...

Page 3: ...uld be carefully checked to determine that it will operate 44 properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts binding of moving parts Page 3 breakage of pads mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TU...

Page 4: ...erate when plugged into an outlet double check the power supply SWITCH Your saw is equipped with a lock off switch which reduces the possibility of accidental starting You must depress the button on top of the handle in order to be able to pull the switch trigger The lock resets each time the trigger is released DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENT Wing Nut BLADE WRENCH BLADE WRENCH STORAGE AREA SWITCH TRIGGER...

Page 5: ... D washer where they contact blade 5 Fitsawbladeinsidebladeguardandontospindie NOTE Thesawteethpointupwardatthefrontofsawasshowninfigure 2 6 Replace D washer and spring washer NOTE Cupped side of spring washer goes against D washer See Figure 2 7 Replace blade screw Tighten blade screw securely NOTE Turn blade screw clockwise to tighten REMEMBER NEVER USE A BLADE THAT ISTOO THICK TO ALLOW THE D WA...

Page 6: ...d is not operating correctly Guard should be checked for correct operation before each use NOTE The guard is operating correctly when it moves freely and readily returns to the closed position If you drop your saw check the lower blade guard for damage at all depth settings before reuse KICKBACK See Figure 5 THE BEST GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK IS TO AVOID DANGEROUS PRACTICES Kickback occurs when the b...

Page 7: ...with both hands and keep your body in a balanced position so as to resist the forces of kickback should it occur WHEN USING YOUR SAW ALWAYS STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL DO NOT REMOVE YOUR SAW FROM WORKPIECE WHILE THE BLADE IS MOVING DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENT Always keep correct blade depth setting The correct blade depth setting for all cuts should not exceed 1 4 inch below the material to be cuL...

Page 8: ... button and squeeze the switch trigger_ NOTE The lock off button is located on top of the handle ALWAYS let the blade reach full speed then guide your saw into the work When making a cut use steady even pressure Forcing causes rough cuts could shorten the life of your saw and could cause kickback REMEMBER When sawing through work the lower blade guard does not cover the blade exposing it on the un...

Page 9: ...EVEL CUT The angle of cut of your saw may be adjusted to any desired setting between zero and 51 5 NOTE When making cuts at 51 5 blade should be set at full depth of cut with edge guide screw removed When making 45 bevel cuts there is a notch inthe saw base to help you line up the blade with the line of cut See Figure 15 Align your line of cut with the inner blade guide notch on the saw base when ...

Page 10: ...ng 90 cuts However misalignment can occur during shipping TO CHECK 1 Unplug your saw 2 Place yoursawin an upside down position on workbench See Figure 17 3 Using a carpenter s square check squareness of saw blade to the base of your saw TO ADJUST 1 Unplug your saw 2 Loosen wing nuL 3 Loosen hex nut securing adjustment screw 4 Turn screw and adjust base until square with saw blade 5_ Tighten hex nu...

Page 11: ... BLADE INTO THE WORK UNTIL BASE IS FLAT AGAINST WORK After you complete your cut release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a complete stop After the blade has stopped remove it from the work Corners may then be cleared out with a hand saw or sabre saw THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ARE CURRENT AND WERE AVAILABLE AT THE TIME THIS _ MANUAL WAS PRINTED Rip Guide 7 1 4 In_ 200T Plywood...

Page 12: ...portant that the tool is cleaned frequently by blowing with an air jet EXTENSION CORDS LUBRICATION All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions Therefore no further lubrica tion is required The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power To keep the loss to a minimum and to pr...

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Page 14: ...1 CRAFTSMAN CIRCULAR SAW MODEL NUMBER 315 108241 30 23 29 24 22 pa_ 14 _ ...

Page 15: ... Blade Washer 1 Saw Blade 7 1 4 In for 5 8 In Arbor Outer Blade Washer 1 Key Part No Number 17 623547 002 18 612999 001 19 999988 001 20 968425 001 21 967074 002 22 621433 013 23 969856 001 24 931744 059 25 621438 006 26 621433 001 27 941401 815 28 706404 007 29 703432 058 30 970582 001 972000 2 1 Description Quart Spring Washer 1 Blade Screw 1 Label 1 Logo Plate 1 Wrench 1 Carriage Bolt 1 4 20 x ...

Page 16: ...you call or visit The model number of your Circular Saw will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE HE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PART NUMBER o MODEL NUMBER 315 108241 o PART DESCRIPTION o NAME OF ITEM Circular Saw All parts listed may be ordered from any Sears Service Center and most Sears stores If the parts you need are not stocked locally your order...

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