Owner's Manual II:RRFTSMRN'I AUTO-SCROLL SAW 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 • Assembly................. ,_,.;._;= ................... ;._.=J.................................................................................................. 7 • Operation......._...................':_:...;?_;,,.;;_;.,...;' ................................................................................................. 813- • ,_JDJI_D_JB_......... i......"------_..................................................................................................... 14 m-Accassed ...... .:.-.....!_...;._._:....!.................................................................................................... 15 • 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 tool 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 tools in explosive • Stay alert, watch what you are doing, end use atmospheres, such as in the presence of common sense when operating a power tool. 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 lumber 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