Craftsman 315.10899, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...AUTION 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 674 7 99 Safety Features Adjustments Operation Maintenance Parts List US ...

Page 2: ...rental purposes this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Dept 817WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Your circular saw has many features for making cutting operations more pleasant and enjoyable Safety performance and dependability have been given top...

Page 3: ...nly by a qualified service technician For service we suggest you return the tool to your nearest Sears Store for repair Always use original factory replacement parts when servicing _i WARNING Do not attempt to operate this tool until you have read thoroughly and understand completely all instructions safety rules etc contained in this manual Failure to comply can result in accidents involving fire...

Page 4: ...the gage number the heavier the cord OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS When tool is used outdoors use only extension cords suitable for use outdoors Outdoor approved cords are marked with the suffix W A for ex ample SJTW A or SJOW A KEEP BLADES CLEAN AND SHARP Sharp blades minimize stalling and kickback KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA Keep hands away from blades Do not reach underneath work while blad...

Page 5: ...n its rotating component is in contact with the workpiece NEVER lay a tool down before its moving parts have come to a complete stop DO NOT operate this tool while under the influence of drugs alcohol or any medication POLARIZED PLUGS To reduce the risk of electric shock this tool has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the pl...

Page 6: ...s before attempting to operate saw A blade blade wrench and this owner s manual are also included _ WARNING If any parts are missing do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury The following recommended accessories are currently available at Sears Retail Stores 7 1 4 in 7 1 4 in 7 1 4 in 7 1 4 in 7 1 4 in 7 1 4 in ...

Page 7: ...od paneling ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Your circular saw has a precision built electric motor It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts 60 Hz AC only normal household current Do not operate this tool on direct current DC A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat If your saw does not operate when plugged into an outlet double check the power suppl...

Page 8: ...of saw as shown in Figure 2 Replace D washer and spring washer Note Cupped side of spring washer goes against D washer See Figure 3 OUTERBLADEWASHER D WASHER CUPPEDSIDEOF OUTSIDEOF SPRINGWASHER SPRINGWASHER Fig 3 M Replace blade screw Tighten blade screw securely Note Turn blade screw clockwise to tighten Return blade wrench to storage area Note Always place angled portion of blade wrench up as sh...

Page 9: ...HENMAKINGA CUT KICKBACK See Figure 6 _m KICKBACK _ BLADESETTOO DEEP Fig 6 The best guard against kickback is to avoid dangerous practices Kickback occurs when the blade stalls rapidly and the saw is driven back towards you Blade stalling is caused by any action which pinches the blade in the wood _ DANGER Release switch immediately if blade binds or saw stalls Kickback could cause you to lose cont...

Page 10: ... When making a cut use steady even pressure Never force cuts Do not cut warped or wet lumber Always hold your saw firmly 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...

Page 11: ...s made See Figure 13 RIGHT Fig 11 _ WARNING To make sawing easier and safer always maintain proper control of your saw Loss of control of your saw could cause an accident resulting in possible serious injury Never use your saw as shown in Figure 12 WRONG Fig 13 Keep the cord away from cutting area Always place the cord to prevent it from hanging up on the workpiece while making a cut _ DANGER If t...

Page 12: ...ry After you complete your cut release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a complete stop Do not remove your saw from workplece while the blade Is moving CAUTION When lifting your saw from the workpiece the blade is exposed on the underside of your saw until the lower blade guard closes Make sure lower guard is closed before setting your saw down on work surface TO CROSS CUT OR RIP CUT Whe...

Page 13: ... When making a bevel cut hold your saw firmly with both hands as shown in Figure 17 Rest the front edge of the base on the workpiece Squeeze the switch trigger to start your saw Always let the blade reach full speed then guide your saw into the workpiece LOWER BLADEGUARD Fig 17 _ WARNING The blade coming in contact with the workpiece before it reaches full speed could cause saw to kickback toward ...

Page 14: ...itive 0 bevel stop that has been factory adjusted to assure 0 angle of your saw blade when making 90 cuts However misalignment can occur during shipping TO CHECK Unplug your saw _ WARNING Failure to unplug your saw could result in accidental starting causing possible serious personal injury Place your saw in an upside down position on workbench See Figure 18 Using a carpenter s square check square...

Page 15: ...in a raised position Leaving the blade exposed could lead to serious injury TO RIP CUT OPTIONAL RIP GUIDE EDGE GUIDE See Figure 21 Use a guide when making long or wide rip cuts with your saw An optional rip guide with a five inch scale is available at your Sears Retail Store or you can make an efficient rip guide by clamping a straight edge to your workpiece Secure the workpiece Using C clamps fir...

Page 16: ...d spackling compounds or plaster During any use on these materials it is extremely important that the tool is cleaned frequently by blowing with an air jet _ WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust If operation is dusty also wear a dust mask LUBRICATION All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient ...

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Page 18: ...CRAFTSMAN CIRCULAR SAW MODEL NUMBER 315 108990 SEE NOTE A PAGE 19 2 3 4 28 27 11 13 14 21 18 17 18 ...

Page 19: ...ade 7 1 4 in for 5 8 in Arbor 1 Outer Blade Washer 1 Key Part No Number 17 612999 001 18 623547 002 19 981580 001 20 621433 018 21 974802 001 22 931744 059 23 621438 006 24 621433 001 25 941401 815 26 706404 007 27 614658 010 28 990147 001 29 974716 001 30 981574 000 972000 674 Description Quan Blade Screw 1 Spring Washer 1 Logo Plate 1 Carriage Bolt 1 4 20 x 3 3 4 in 1 Base Assembly 1 Washer 2 Wi...

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