Craftsman 137.214090 User Manual

Operator's Manual
CRRFTSMFIH
113 HP (Max. Developed)
2480 F.P.M. (No load)
9" BAND SAW
Model No.
137.214090
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CAUTION:
Before using this Band Saw,
read this manual and follow
all its Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions
• Safety Instructions
• Installation
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
• Espafiol
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Part No. 13721409001

Craftsman 137.214090 Specifications

General

Model Number	137.214090
Type	Circular Saw
No Load Speed	5000 RPM
Blade Diameter	7-1/4 inches
Depth of Cut at 45 degrees	1-3/4 inches

Summary

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING THE BAND SAW

Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how to use this Band Saw.

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BAND SAWS

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

Explains the importance of grounding for electrical safety and how to properly connect the tool.

GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS

Provides recommendations for using extension cords with the band saw, including gauge and condition.

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

ASSEMBLY THE TABLE (FIG. D)

INSTALLING AND REMOVING BLADES (FIG. E)

Removing

Installing

ADJUSTMENT

TILTING THE TABLE (FIG. G)

ADJUSTING THE 90° TABLE STOP (FIG H)

BLADE TENSION (FIG. I)

Instructions for adjusting the blade tension for proper operation.

BLADE TRACKING (FIG. J)

UPPER BLADE GUIDE ASSEMBLY (FIG. K)

UPPER BLADE GUIDES AND BLADE SUPPORT BEARING (FIG. L, M)

Blade guides (Fig. L)

Support bearing (Fig. M)

LOWER BLADE GUIDES AND SUPPORT BEARING (FIG. N, O)

Blade guides

Support bearing

OPERATION

GENERAL CUTTING

MAINTENANCE

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

ADJUSTING THE UPPER BLADE GUIDE TRAVEL (FIG. T)

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

GENERAL

Troubleshooting common problems with the band saw's operation.

MOTOR

Noisy operation.

Troubleshooting steps for a noisy motor.

Motor will not start.

Troubleshooting steps when the motor fails to start.

Motor fails to develop full power.

Troubleshooting steps for reduced motor power.

Motor overheats.

Troubleshooting steps for an overheating motor.

Motor stalls or slows

Troubleshooting steps for a stalling or slowing motor.

Frequent blowing of fuses or breaking of circuit

Troubleshooting steps for frequent fuse blowing or circuit breaker trips.