Owner's Manual II:RRFTSMRN'I AUTO-SCROLL Variable Speed - Adjustable Double Insulated

Model No. 315.172320

Save this manual for future reference • Safety • Features CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating • Assembly Instructionsbefore first use of • Operation this product. • Maintenance Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188 • Parts List

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman

972000-480 NRTL 1-99 TABLEOFCONTENTS • Table Of Contents ...... 2

• General Safety Rules ...... "I...... 2-3 m _Specifie-Sefety-.Rutes/Symbols .,:...... L_...... 4 n ...... S-6

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• ExplodedView And Repair Parts List...... 16-17

• Parts Ordering / Service ...... 18

WARNING: Read end understand all Instructions. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or Failure to followall instructionslisted below may moving parts. Replace damaged cords immedi- result in electric shock,fire, and/or seriouspersonal ately. Damaged cords increase the riskof electdc injury. shock. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS • When operating a power outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked "W-A" or "W." Wo_ A_a These cordsare rated foroutdooruse and reduce • Keep your work area clean and well lit. Clut- the riskof electricshock. tered benchesand dark areas inviteaccidents. Personal Safety • Do not operate power in explosive • Stay alert, watch what you are doing, end use atmospheres, such as in the presence of common sense when operating a . flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Powertools Do not use tool while tired or under the Influ- create sparkswhichmay ignitethe dustor fumes. ence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A mo- • Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away ment of inattentionwhile operatingpowertools while operating a power tool. Distractionscan may resultin seriouspersonalinjury. cause youto lose control. • Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or Electrical Safety jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, • Double insulated tools are equipped with a clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. polarized plug (one blade is wider than the Loose clothes,jewelry,or longhair can be caught other). This plug will fit In a polarized outlet in movingpads. only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the • Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, before plugging In. Carryingtoolswithyour contact e qualified eleutriclan to install a fingeron the switchor pluggingintoolsthat have polarized outlet. Do not change the plug In any the switchon invitesaccidents. way. Double insulation[] eliminatesthe need for • Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before the three-wire groundedpower cord and grounded turning the tool on. A wrenchor a key that is left power supplysystem. attached to a rotatingpartof the tool may resultin • Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces, personalinjury. such as pipes, radiators, ranges, end refrigera- • Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and tors. There is an increased riskof electricshockif balance at all times. Properfootingand balance your body is grounded. enables bettercontrolof the toolin unexpected • Don't expose power tools to rain or wet condi- situations. tions. Water entering a power toolwill increase Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protec- the riskof electric shock. tion. Dust mask, nonskidsafetyshoes, hard hat, • Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to or hearing protectionmustbe used forappropriate carry the tools or pull the plug from an outlet. conditions. ToolUse and Care • Check for mlcellgnment or binding of moving • Use clamps or another practical way to secure parts, breakage of parts, end any other condi- and support the workplece to a stable plat- tion that may affect the tool's operation. If form. Holdingthe work by hand or againstyour damaged, have the toolserviced before using. body is unstableand may leadto lossof control. Many accidentsare caused by poorlymaintained tools. • Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correcttoolwill dothe job better • Use only accessories that are recommended and safer at the rate for which it is designed. by the manufacturer for your model. Accesso- riesthat may be suitablefor one tool may become • Do not use tool If switch does not turn R on or hazardouswhen used on anothertool. off. Any tool that cannot be controlledwiththe Service switchis dangerousand mustbe repaired. • Disconnect the plug from the power source • Tool service must be performed only by quail- before making any adjustments, changing fled repair personnel. Serviceor maintenance accessories, or atodng the tool. Such preven- performedby unqualifiedpersonnelcould resultin tive safety measures reducethe riskof startingthe a riskof injury, tool accidentally. • When servicing a tool, use only identical • Store Idle tools out of the reach of children and replacement parts. Follow Inatructlons in the Malntenanca section of this manual. Use of other untrained persona. Toolsare dangerousin the hands of untrainedusers. unauthorizedpartsor failureto followMaintenance Instructionsmay create a riskof electdcshockor • Maintain tools with care. Keepcuttingtools injury. sharp and cieen. Propedymaintainedtoolswith sharp cuttingedges are less likelyto bindand are easier to control. HoldtoolbyInsulatedgrippingsurfaceswhenperforminganoperationwherethecuttingtool may contacthiddenwiringorItscord.Contactwitha "live" wire will make exposed metal partsof the tool "live" and shockthe operator.

Additional Rules for Safe Operation • Know your power tool. Read operator's manual replaced by an authorized service center. carefully. Learn Its applications and limitations, Followingthis rule will reduce the riskof electric as well as the specific potential hazards related shock,fire, or seriousinjury. to this tool. Followingthisrulewillreducethe riskof • Don't abuse cord. Never carry the tool by the electricshock, fire, or seriousinjury. cord or yank It to disconnect It from the • Always wear safety glasses. Everyday eye- receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil, and glasses have only Impact-resistant lenses; they sharp edges. Followingthisrule will reduce the are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will riskof electricshockor fire. reduce the riskof seriouspersonal injury. • Make sure your extension cord Is In good • Protect your lungs. Wear s face or dust mask If condition. When using an extension cord, be the operation Is dusty. Following this rule will sure to use one heavy enough to carry the reduce the riskof seriouspersonal injury. current your product will draw. A wire gage • Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection size (A.W.G.) of at least 16 Is recommended during extended periods of operation. Following for an extension cord 100 feet or less In this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal length. A cord exceeding 100 feet is not injury. recommended. If In doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, • Inspect tool cords periodically and, if dam- the heavier the cord. An undersizedcord will aged, have repaired at your nearest Factory Service Center or other Authorized Service cause a drop in line voltage resultingin lossof power and overheating. Organization. Constantly stay aware of cord location. Followingthis rule will reduce the riskof • Inspect for end remove all nails from electric shockor fire. before cutting. Followingthis rule will reduce the riskof seriouspersonal injury. • Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged • Drugs, alcohol, medication. Do not operate tool should be carefully checked to determine that It while under the Influence of drugs, alcohol, or will operate properly and perform its Intended any medication. Followingthisrule will reducethe function.Check for alignment of moving parts, riskofelectricshock,fire, orseriouspersonalinjury. binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, • Save these Instructions. Refer to them frequently mounting, and any other conditions that may and use them to Instruct others who may use affect its operation. A guard or other part that is this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan damaged should be properly repaired or them these instructions also.

4 SYMBOLS

SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION

V Volts Voltage

A Amperes Current

Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)

W Watt Power I I rain Minutes Time

,%, AlternatingCurrent Type or a characteristicof current

no No Load Speed Rotationalspeed, at no load

] Class II Construction ConstructionDesignates Doubletools Insulated

_./min Revolutionsor ReciprocationPer Minute Revolutions,strokes, surface speed, orbitsetc. per minute

_i, Safety Alert Symbol Indicatesdanger, warningor caution. It means attention!!!Your safetyis involved.

DEFINITIONS

A) DANGER: Failure to obey a safetywaming will resultin seriousinjuryto yourselfor to others.Always follow the safety precautionsto reduce the riskof fire, electdc shockand personalinjury.

B) WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injuryto yourselfor to others.Alwaysfollow the safety precautionsto reduce the riskof fire, electricshockand personal injury.

C) CAUTION: Failure to obey a safetywarning may resultin property damage or personal injuryto yourselforto others.Always follow the safety precautionsto reduce the riskof fire, electric shockand personal injury.

D) NOTE: Advisesyou of informationor instructionsvitalto the operationor maintenanceof the equipment, KNOWYOURSAW APPLICATIONS See Figure 1. (Use only for the purposes listed below) Before attempting to use your saw, familiarize yourself • Cutting surfaces. with all operatingfeatures and safety requirements. • Cutting thin sheet metal. Your saw has many features for making cutting • Cuttingplasticsand laminates. operationsmore pleasant and enjoyable.Safety, performance,and dependabilityhave been given top ELECTRICAL CONNECTION priorityinthe designof thissaw making it easy to Your saw has a precision-builtelectricmotor.It should maintainand operate. be connectedto a power supply that Is 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only (normal household current). Do not _1= CAUTION: Carefully read throughthisentire operate thistool on directcurrent(DC). A substantial owner'smanual before usingyour new saw. Pay voltage dropwill cause a lossof powerand closeattentionto the Rules For Safe Operation, overheating.If your tool does notoperate when Warnings, and Cautions.If you use your saw pluggedintoan outlet,double-checkthe powersupply. properlyand only for what it is intended,youwill enjoy years of safe, reliable service. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Lengthof Stroke ...... 3/4 in. CHIP SHIELD Strokes per Minute ...... 0-3000 SPM See Figure 2. Rating ...... 120 Volts,60 Hz, AC A clear plasticchip shield has been providedon the front of your saw for protectionagainst flyingdust and Input...... 3.5 Amperes chips.It is designed to fit the front openingof your Switch ...... Variable Speed - Adjustable saw. For you protection, do not use saw without Net Weight ...... 4 Ibs. chip shield properly in place. VACUUM AI-rACHMENT ,_ WARNING: Do notallow familiaritywithtools to make youcareless. Remember that a careless A vacuum attachmentis packed withyour saw. This fractionof a second is sufficientto inflictsevere attachmentis convenientwhen operatingyoursaw for an extended period of time. injury.

_ROLLER K_BLOCK

BASE

DUST EXHAUST OPENING FOR VACUUMATrACHING CHIPSHIELD SAWBLADE BLADE STORAGEAREA (__AI.I .ACUUM ACHMENT Fig. 1 6 Yoursawhasbeenshippedcompletelyassembled TO INSTALL BLADE exceptfortheblade,inspectitcarefullytomakesure See Figure2. nobreakageordamagehasoccurredduringshipping. • With saw connectedto power supply, depress and Ifanypartsaredamagedormissing,contactyour release switchtrigger untilblade is all the nearestSearsretailstoretoobtainreplacementparts way down. beforeattempting to operate saw. A blade, vacuum • Unplug your saw. attachment, and thisowner's manual are also included. _, WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could result In eccldental atertlng causing possible ,_ WARNING: If any parts are missing,do not operate this tool untilthe missingparts are seriousinjury. replaced. Failure to do so could resultin possible • Beforeinstalling blade,determinethetype of cutting seriouspersonal injury. operation youwillbe doingsoyou willknowwhich TWO BLADE SLOTS slotto insertsaw blade. Your saw has been designedwith two blade slots. For • Using a flatbladescrewdriver,loosenthe blade general cutting,making straightcuts, angle cutting, screw in the blade clamp. plungecutting, or splinter-freecutting,or when using • Insert saw blade as far as possibleinto slot in a flush cuttingblade, installblade inthe front slot. For blade clamp. scrollcutting, installblade in the back slot. • Tighten blade screw securely against blade. Note: The holes inthe saw blades were notdesigned _i, WARNING: To avoid possibleserious injury, for alignmentwith the screw hole on the blade clamp. always wear safetygoggles or safety glasses with side shields.Keep hands and fingersfrom betweenthe motorhousingand blade clampand do notreach underneathwork while blade is cutting.

_) CHIP SHIELD

BLADE CLAMP

SCREWS

TWO BLADESLOTS SAW BLADE

BOTrOMSIDEOF BLADECLAMP Fig. 2

7 _1= WARNING: Do notattempt to operate thistool VARIABLE SPEED untilyou have read thoroughlyand understand See Figure 4. completelyall instructions,safety rules, etc., Your saw has a variable speed controlselector contained in this manual. Failure to complycan designed to allow operator controland adjustmentof resultin accidents involvingfire, electricshock, speed and power limits.The speed and power of your or seriouspersonal injury.Save owner's manual, saw can be increasedor decreased by rotatingthe and review frequently for continuingsafe opera- variable speed controlselector inthe directionof the tion and for instructingothers who may use this arrows shown in Figure 4, tool.

SWITCH See Figure 3. To turn your saw ON, depress the switchtrigger. Release switchtriggerto turnyour saw OFF. LOCK-ONBUTTON

TO INCREASE SPEED T( DECREASE SPEED VARIABLESPEED CONTROLSELECTOR Fig.4

Note: Holdyour saw in normaloperatingpositionand turn the variable speed controlselector counterclock- wise to increase speed and power. Turn clockwiseto decrease speed and power. If you desire to lookthe switchon at a given speed, depress the switchtrigger,push in, and holdthe look- on button,and release the switchtrigger.Next, adjust the vadable speed controlselector untilthe desired speed is reached. LOCK-ON BUTTON Note: If the variable speed controlselector is fully See Figure 3. turned inthe clockwisedirection(zero setting),your Your saw is equippedwitha lock-on feature, which is saw may notrun. convenientwhen continuous cuttingis requiredfor Note: If you desire notto use the variable speed extended periodsof time. To lock-on, depress the control selector,turn it in the fullcounterclockwise switchtrigger;push in and holdthe lock-onbutton, direction.This will allow the speed of your saw to be located on the side of the handle; then release the controlledby the amountof switchtrigger depression. switchtrigger.Release lock-onbuttonand your saw Avoid runningyour saw at lowspeeds for extended will continue running. periodsof time. Runningat lowspeeds undercon- To release the lock, depress the switchtdggerand stant usage may cause your saw to become over- release. heated, if this occurs,cool your saw by runningit If you have the lock-on feature engaged duringuse withouta load and at full speed. and your saw becomes disconnected from the power The followingguidelinesmay be used in determining supply, disengage the lock-onfeature immediately. correct speed for variousapplications: Low speed is ideal when minimumspeed and power WARNING: Before connectingyour saw to the is required. For example, startingcuts. power supplysource,always check to be sure it is not in lock-onposition (depress and release Medium speed is suitableforcuttinghard metals, switchtrigger). Failure to do so could result In plastics,and laminates. accidental starting of your saw, resulting In High speed producesbest resultswhen maximum possible serious injury. Also, do not lock the power is required. For example, cuttingwood. Soft trigger on jobs where your saw may need to metals such as aluminum, brass, and copperalso be stopped suddenly. require highspeeds. BLADESTORAGE As previouslymentioned,there are two blade slotson See Figure 5. your saw. Installblade in the front slotfor general A convenient feature on your saw is a blade storage cutting,making straightcuts, angle cutting,plunge area. As shown in Figure 5, the blade storage area is cutting,splinter-freecutting, and when usinga flush located on the back of your saw. This is a convenient cuttingblade. Installblade inthe back slotwhen scroll place for storing extra blades or storing blades when cutting. not in use. GENERAL CUTTING See Figure 6. Rest the front of the saw base on the workpieceand align cuttingedge of the blade withthe line on your workpiece. Make sure the power cord is out of your way and notin the line of cut. Start your saw and move it forwardon the worksurface. Apply downward SAW pressureto keep the saw steady and only enough BLADE forward pressureto keep the blade cutting.

BLADESTORAGEAREA DOOR Fig. 5

To open: • Pushthe door down withyour thumb or finger. • Place blades inblade storage area. To close: • Push the door up withyour thumbor finger.

Fig. 6 A WARNING: Do not insertsawblade intoair vents. Blade could come in contact with electrical live DO NOT FORCE YOUR SAW internal partsand cause electricalshock, resulting Forcingyour saw may overheat the motorand break in serious injury. saw blades. Brokenblades can be reused by loosen- ing the blade screws untilthe portionleft in the blade WARNING: Your saw should never be clamp dropsout, then puttingthe remainder of the connectedto power supplywhen you are blade back intothe blade clampand retighteningthe assembling parts, making adjustments,installing blade screws. It may be necessaryto flattenthe tooth or removing blades, or when not in use. set in the area to be insertedintothe blade clamp Disconnectingyour saw will prevent accidental when usingbrokenblades. startingthat could cause seriousinjury. STRAIGHT CUT See Figure 6. ,_ WARNING: To avoid seriouspersonal injury,do A straightcut can be made by clampinga piece of not use saw withoutchip shieldproperlyin place. wood or straightedgeto the workpieceand guiding the edge of your saw against it. Make the cut from one directiononly:don't cut halfway and completethe cut from the opposite end.

9 _, WARNING: To avoid possibleseriousinjury, TOROTATE keep handsand fingersfrom betweenthe gear SCROLLERKNOB housingand saw blade clamp. TO

AUTO SCROLLER KNOB LOCK See Figure 7. AUTO Your saw is equippedwith a thumboperated lockfor lockingthe knob in (4) positions,90" apart. Lockand KNOBLOCK unlockthe scroller mechanismof your saw by rotating the lock, located on the frontof your saw, inthe UNLOCK directionof the arrows as shown in Figure 7. Locking the knob as shown in Figure7 permits cuts to be made closeto walls and corners. For scrollcutting, the lockmust be in the unlocked positionfor free rotationof the saw bar. SCROLL CUTTING See Figures8 and 9. Your auto-scrollsaw is designed to permit 360" Fig.7 rotationof the saw blade so that intricatedesigns may be cut with minimumeffortwith the blade installedin the back slot. Your saw may be operated either by •rotatingthe auto scrollerknob manuallywith your free hand, or by guidingthe directionof the cut with applied pressureon the handle as shown in figures8 and 9.

WARNING: Excessiveside pressureto the blade couldresultin brokenblades or damage to the materialbeing cut.

METAL CU'I-rlNG Many kinds of metalscan be cut withyour saw. Be carefulnotto twistorbend the blades.Do not force. If the bladechattersorvibratesexcessively,use a finer- toothblade or higherspeed, if blade heats excessively, usa lowerspeed. If bladeteeth becomefilledorclogged whencuttingsoftmetals,suchas aluminum,usa a Fig.8 coarser-toothbladeor lowerspeed.We recommenduse of oilwhen cuttingmetalsto keep bladescool,increase cuttingaction,and prolongblade life•Clamp the work firmlyand saw closetothe clampingpointto eliminate any vibrationof the workbeingcut. When cuttingconduit,pipe orangle iron,clampworkina visa ifpossibleand sawcloseto the _sa. To cutthin sheet matedals,"sandwich" the matedalbetween hardboardor plywoodand clampthe layersto eliminate vibrationand matedaltearing.By doingthis,the material willbe cutsmoothly.Layoutyour patternor lineof cut ontop of the "sandwich". Important - When cuttingmetal, keep exposedportion of saw barclean andfree of metal chipsbywiping frequentlywithan oilycloth.Use extremecautionin disposingof oilyclothafter completionof jobto prevent potential firehazard.

Fig. 9 10 ANGLECUTTING(BevelCutting) Note: When cuttingwiththe saw tilted 45° to the See Figures lO and 11. right,you will firstneed to rotate the blade clamp 180° and reverse the blade as shown in Figure 11. Make Bevel cuttingangles may be adjustedfrom0° to 45° sure the scrollknob is locked in place and the cutting rightor left.Anglesfor cuts from 0° to 45° in 15° edge of the blade is facing forward. incrementsare markedon a scale on the frontof the saw base. A protractoris recommended when accu- rate cuts are required. • Usinga screwdriver,loosenthe base pivotscrew untilthe base can move freely in slot in base. • Adjustbase untilmark on scale (desiredangle) alignswiththe parting line located on the front of the motor housing. BLADECLAMP • Once the desiredangle is reached, tightenthe ROTA_DI80 ° base pivotscrew securely. See Figure 10. INSTALLBLADEIN _RB_ELCUTS REARSLOTINREVERSE Note: The large openinginthe base must be used Fig. 11 when making bevel cuts,scrollcuts,plunge cuts, and PLUNGE CUTTING when cuttingmetal. See Figure 12. BASE NARROW PIVOT,SCREW SPLINTER-FREE _k WARNING: To avoid lossof control, broken SLOT blades, or damage to the matedal beingcut, CLAMPPLATE always use extreme caution when making plunge cuts. We do not recommendplungecuttingon materialsother than wood.

BASE

PARTING LINE

Fig. 12

TO MAKE A PLUNGE CUT • Markthe line of cut clearly on the workpiece. • Set the cuttingangle at 0°. • Tilt yoursawforwardsothat it restsonthe frontedge of the base,and the bladewill notcome incontact withthe workpiecewhenthe saw isturnedon. • Make sure the blade is insidethe area to be cut. • Using highspeed, start your saw and slowlylower the blade intothe workpiece untilthe blade cuts FRONTOF throughthe wood. See Figure 12. SCALE SAWBASE • Continue loweringthe blade into the workpiece Fig. 10 untilthe base restsflat on the worksurface, then move the saw forwardto complete the opening. • Useonlythe7-teet3-_-per-inchbladeforthis typeofcut. 11 SPLINTER-FREECU'I-rlNG SLIDEBASE BASE See Figure 13. TO THEREAR PIVOTSCREW CLAMP The base of your saw has a narrowslotto permit PLATE splinter-freecutting. It is especially usefulwhen cuttingplywood.This feature shouldonly be used when making straightcuts or circle cuts. It is notfor bevel cuttingor plunge cutting. Note: The variable speed setting also helps reduce splinteringwhen cuttingplywood. ROW TO POSITION BASE IN THE SPLINTER-FREE CUTTING POSITION: • Unplug your saw. NARROWSLOTUSEDFOR BASE SPUNTER-FREECUTTING WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could "SCREWDRIVER result in accidental starting causing possible seriousinjury.

• Usinga screwdriver,loosenbase pivot screw and slide base to the rear. See Figure 13. • Always set the cuttingangle at O° for splinter-free cutting.To set cuttingangle at O°, alignthe O° mark on the scale withthe partingline onthe motor housing. • Tighten base pivot screw securely. VACUUM ATTACHMENT See Figure 14. For dustlessoperation, a vacuumattachment is packed withyour saw. This attachment easilyat- taches to your saw if you decide to connectyour saw to a vacuum. • Unplugyour saw.

,_ WARNING: Failure to unplug your could result In accidental starting causing CUTTINGPOSmON possibleserious personal injury, Fig. 13 TO ATTACH: • Insert vacuum attachment into dust exhaust opening. See Figure 14. • Push inon adapter untilraised notchon top and bottomof attachmentsnap into groovein dust exhaustopening. • Snugly attach attachment to vacuum hose. • Connect vacuum hose to cleaner.

Fig. 14 12 TOINSTALLOPTIONALFLUSHCUTTING BLADES See Figures 15 and 16. Flushcuttingblades should be used when making close or flush cutsto the wails, • Unplug your saw. BLADE _i, WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could CLAMPViEW result in accidental starting causing possible BLADE FROMBo'rr0M BLADE I serious injury. CLAMP

• Usinga screwdriver,loosen base pivotscrew and rotate base 180° as shown in Figure 15. • Slide base all the way to the rear of saw. INSTALL • Set the cuttingangle at 0°. To set, adjust base until BLADEIN 0° mark on scale alignswith the partingline FRONTSLOT located on the front of the motor housing. • Tighten base pivotscrew securely. Fig. 16 OPTIONAL EDGE GUIDE CENTERNOTCH INBASE See Figure 17. An optionaledge guide, Item Number 9 27959, is SLIDEBASE CLAMPPLATE availablefor use withyour saw. It can be usedfor TOTHEREAR making crosscutsand rip cuts. TO INSTALL: • Unplug your saw.

_1, WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could result in accidental starting causingpossible seriousinjury.

• Insertarm throughthe two slotsin the base of your EASE saw as shown in Figure 17. PIVOTSCREW • Adjustedge guideto the desiredwidthand lockin place withthe edge guidescrew. BASE

SCREWDRIVER Fig. 15 TO INSTALL: ==Jj See Figure 16. • Inthe blade clamp, loosenthe blade screw infront blade slotand insertflush cuttingblade as far as possible into slot. EDGEGUIDE • Tighten blade screw securely. SCREW Note: The holes in the saw blades were notdesigned for alignmentwiththe screw hole in the blade clamp.

BASE EDGE GUIDE Fig. 17 13 GENERAL DOUBLE INSULATION All parts represent an importantpart of the double Double insulationis a conceptin safety in electric insulationsystem and shouldbe serviced only by a power tools,which eliminatesthe need forthe usual qualified Sears servicetechnician. three-wire groundedpower cord.All exposed metal Avoidusingsolvents when cleaning plasticparts. parts are isolatedfromthe internalmetal motor Most plasticsare susceptibleto damage fromvarious components withprotectinginsulation.Double types of commercialsolventsand may be damaged insulatedtools do not need to be grounded. by their use. Use clean clothsto remove dirt,carbon IMPORTANT dust, etc. Servicingof a toolwith double insulationrequires extreme care and knowledgeof the systemand _i, WARNING: Do notat any time let brake fluids, should be performedonly by a qualifiedservice gasoline,petroleum-basedproducts,penetrating technician.For service, we suggestyou returnthe tool oils,etc. come in contactwith plasticparts. They to your nearest Sears storefor repair. Alwaysuse containchemicalsthat can damage, weaken or odginalfactory replacementpartswhen servicing. destroy plastic. EXTENSION CORDS It has been found that electric toolsare subjectto The use of any extensioncordwill cause some lossof accelerated wear and possiblepremature failure when power. To keep the lossto a minimumand to prevent they are used on fiberglass boats, sportscars, tool overheating, use an extensioncordthat is heavy wallboard, spacklingcompounds,or plaster.The enough to carrythe currentthe tool will draw. chipsand gdndingsfrom these materialsare highly A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 16 is to electdctool parts, suchas bearings, recommendedforan extensioncord 100 feet or less brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently,it is not in length. When workingoutdoors,use an extension recommended that this tool be used for extended cord that is suitablefor outdooruse. The cord'sjacket workon any fiberglass material,wallboard, spackling will be markedWA. compounds,or plaster.Duringany use on these materials, it is extremelyimportantthat the tool is _, CAUTION: Keep extensioncordsaway fromthe cleaned frequently by blowingwith an airjet. cuttingarea and position the cord so that it will LUBRICATION notget caught on lumber,tools,etc., during All of the bearings inthis tool are lubdceted witha cuttingoperation. sufficientamount of high-grade lubdcentfor the llfe of the unit under normaloperatingconditions.Theratora, _, WARNING: Check extensioncordsbefore each no furtherlubricationis required. use. If damaged replaceimmediately.Never use tool witha damaged cord sincetouchingthe WARNING: Alwayswear safetygoggles or damaged area couldcause electricalshock safety glasseswithside shieldsduringpower tool resultingin seriousinjury. operationorwhen blowingdust. If operationis dusty, alsowear a dustmask. Extensioncords suitablefor use withyour saw are available at your nearestSears Retail Store.

14 ThefollowingrecommendedaccessoriesarecurrentlyavailableatSearsretailstores. • Bi-MetalBlades • Metal Cuffing Blades • Blade AssortmentSets • Wood CuttingBlades • Fine ScrollingBlades • Edge Guide • General Purpose Blades

WARNING: The use of attachmentsor accessoriesnot listedmight be hazardous.

WARNING:

The operationof any saw can resultin foreignobjectsbeingthrowninto your eyes, which can resultinsevere eye damage. Before beginning power tooloperation, always wear safety gogglesor safety glasseswithside shieldsand a fullface shieldwhen needed. We recom- mendWide VisionSafety Mask for use over eyeglassesor standard safetyglasseswith side shields,availableat Seers retailstores.

WARRANTY FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN SABRE SAW

if this rlIRF'rSHRN Sabre Saw failsto give complete satisfactionwithinone year from the date of purchase, RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE IN THE UNITED STATES, and Sears will repair it, free of charge. If this CRRF'rSHRN Sabre Saw is used for commercialor rental purposes,this warrantyapplies for only 90 days fromthe date of purchase. This warranty givesyou specificlegal rights,and you may also have other dghts whichvary from state to state, Sears, Roebuck and Co.; Dept. 817WA; Hoffmen Estates, IL 60179

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16 CRAFTSMAN SABRE SAW - MODEL NUMBER 315.172320

The modelnumberwiUbefoundona plateattachedto themotorhousing.Alwaysmentionthe model t number in all correspondenceregarding your SABRE SAW or when orderingrepair parts. I SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS

PARTS LIST

Key Pa_ No. Number Description Quan. 1 976456-001 Data Plate ...... 1

2 976455-001 Logo Plate ...... 1

3 976967-001 Vacuum Attachment ...... 1

_ Saw Blade ...... 1

5 974753-001 Base Assembly ...... 1

6 974756-001 Clamp Plate ...... 1

7 999405-001 Screw (#10-24 x 5/8 in. Pan Hd.) ...... 1

8 969778-001 ,t Screw (#10-24 x 3/8 in, Pan Hd, Comb.) ...... 1

9 977284-001 Chip Shield ...... 1

10 614658-010 Screw (#8-32 x 3/6 in, Pan Hd.) ...... 1

11 613931-004 Screw (#8-32 x 5/16 in, Rd. Hd,) ...... 2

12 606551-003 Optional Edge Guide - Not Shown (Item No. _927959).,. 1

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NOTE: "A" -- The assembly shown represents an important pert of the double Insulated system. To avoid the possibility of alteration or damage to the system, service should be performed by your nearest Sears repair center. Contact your nearest Sears catalog order or retail store for service center information.

* Standard Hardware Item -- May Be Purchased Locally *** Complete Assortment Available At Your Nearest Sears Retail Store

17 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

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In Canada for all your service and parts needs call - 1-800-665-4455 Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi6ces

For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 8 am - 11 pm CST, 7 days a week PartsDirect=M 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278)

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For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement: Call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday - Saturday 1-800-827-6655

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