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Craftsman 113.234700 User Manual

Craftsman 113.234700
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MODEL NO.
113.234700
81/4-1NCH
RADIAL SAW
Serial
Number
Model and serial numbers
may be found at the
rear of the base.
You shouicl record both
model and serial number in
a safe place for future use.
FOR YOUR
SAFETY:
READALL
INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY
SEARS / CRRFTSMRN®
81/4-INCH
RADIAL SAW
assembly
operation
repair parts
\ i/
Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A.
Part No. SP5300 Printed in U.S.A

Table of Contents

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Craftsman 113.234700 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model113.234700
CategorySaw
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety

Safety Symbol and Signal Words

Explains DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION signal words used in the manual and on the saw.

Major Hazards

Discusses three major hazards associated with radial arm saw use: outfeed zone, kickback, and wrong way feed.

Personal Safety Instructions

Details required protective gear, clothing, and practices for safe saw operation.

Work Area Safety Instructions

Guidelines for maintaining a safe and clear work environment around the saw.

Saw Safety Instructions

Specific safety precautions for operating the radial arm saw.

Workpiece Safety Instructions

Instructions on how to safely handle and position workpieces during cuts.

Blade Safety Instructions

Guidelines for safe usage, selection, and maintenance of saw blades.

On-Product Safety Labels

Explains the meaning and location of safety labels present on the saw itself.

Assembly

Identifying Parts

Lists and illustrates the components included with the radial arm saw for assembly.

Tools Needed for Assembly and Alignment

Lists the necessary tools required for assembling and aligning the saw.

Base Assembly

Provides step-by-step instructions for assembling the saw's base structure.

Blade Carriage to Radial Arm Assembly

Details the process of attaching the blade carriage to the radial arm.

Radial Arm to Base Assembly

Instructions for connecting the radial arm assembly to the saw base.

Making Radial Arm Parallel to Frame

Steps to ensure the radial arm is parallel to the saw frame for accurate cuts.

Table Support Assembly

Instructions for assembling the table support components.

Front Table Assembly

Provides instructions for assembling the front table section.

Miter Lock Assembly

Details the adjustment procedure for the miter lock mechanism.

Install Rip Scale Indicators, Table Clamp Screws, and Dust Elbow

Steps to install rip scale indicators, table clamp screws, and dust elbow.

Controls

Saw Controls Overview

Lists and describes the function of various controls on the radial arm saw.

Alignment and Adjustment

Alignment and Adjustment Steps

Explains the importance and sequence of saw alignment procedures.

Adjusting Carriage Bearings

Provides steps to adjust carriage bearings for smooth, resistance-free travel.

Adjusting Column Support

Instructions for adjusting the column support for smooth arm movement.

Leveling the Front Table

Steps to ensure the front table is level relative to the blade.

Squaring Blade Crosscut Travel

Adjusting blade travel to be perpendicular to the fence for accurate crosscuts.

Squaring Blade to Table

Ensuring the blade is perpendicular to the table surface for accurate cuts.

Squaring Blade to Fence

Adjusting the blade to be perpendicular to the fence for ripping safety.

Aligning Spreader to Blade

Steps to align the spreader with the blade for kickback prevention.

Adjusting Scale Indicators

Aligning the in-rip and out-rip scale indicators for accurate measurements.

Electrical Connections

Motor Specifications

Details the motor's electrical and mechanical specifications.

Power Supply and Extension Cords

Information on connecting to the power supply and using extension cords.

Crosscutting

Crosscutting Safety

Explains hazards and precautions for safe crosscutting operations.

Making Straight and Miter Crosscuts

Step-by-step guide for performing straight and miter crosscuts.

Making Bevel and Compound Crosscuts

Instructions for executing bevel and compound crosscut operations.

Repetitive Crosscutting

Discusses repetitive crosscutting and the use of carriage stops.

Ripping

Ripping Safety

Details hazards and safety measures specific to ripping operations.

Push Sticks and Push Blocks

Instructions on making and using push sticks and push blocks for safety.

Ripping Set-up Procedure

Essential steps to perform before executing any rip cut.

Making Rip Cuts

Step-by-step guide for safely performing rip cuts.

Cutting Aides

Fences

Explains the purpose, types, and creation of fences for saw operations.

Push Sticks

Instructions for making a push stick for safe workpiece handling.

Auxiliary Fence and Push Block

Instructions for making an auxiliary fence and push block.

Featherboard

Guidance on how to use a featherboard for workpiece support.

Straight Edge for Irregular Workpiece

Instructions on attaching a straight edge to irregular workpieces for ripping.

Accessories

Accessories Safety

General safety guidelines for using accessories with the saw.

Lower Blade Guard

Information and safety precautions for the lower blade guard.

Accessories for this Saw

Lists available accessories designed specifically for this saw model.

Maintenance

General Information

Overview of the saw's maintenance requirements, lubrication, and cleaning.

Cleaning

Procedures for periodically cleaning the saw to maintain performance.

Adjustments for Wear

How to adjust common locks (bevel, swivel, etc.) for wear.

Motor Brush Assemblies

Instructions for inspecting and replacing motor brush assemblies.

Blade Changing

Step-by-step instructions for safely changing the saw blade.

Troubleshooting

Motor Problems

Lists common motor issues, their causes, and recommended solutions.

Cutting Problems

Lists common cutting issues, their causes, and recommended solutions.

Saw Problems

Lists common saw operational issues and their causes and solutions.

Repair Parts

FIGURE 1

Exploded view diagram illustrating parts of the radial arm saw.

FIGURE 2

Exploded view diagram illustrating parts of the radial arm saw.

FIGURE 3

Exploded view diagram illustrating parts of the radial arm saw.

FIGURE 4

Exploded view diagram illustrating parts of the radial arm saw.

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