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Craftsman 137.221940 - User Manual

Craftsman 137.221940
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_-_S Owner's Manual
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10 inch Blade
2.5 Horsepower (Maximum Developed)
5000 R.P.M.
TABLE SAW
Model No.
137.221940
Serial No.
i
o
E82443
NOTE: Model and serial numbers may be found on the name plate
located on the front of the tool.
You should record both numbers and retain them in a safe place.
CAUTION: Before using this table saw, read this manual and follow
all its Safety Rules and Operating Instructions.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
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Summary

Warranty Information

Product Specifications Overview

General Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Covers 19 key safety guidelines for safe use of the table saw, including work area and personal protection.

Eye Protection Requirement

Mandatory use of safety goggles compliant with ANSI Z87.1 standards for preventing eye injury.

Specific Safety Instructions for Table Saw Use

Safe Operating Procedures

Instructions for safe operation including workpiece handling, blade use, and avoiding kickback.

Grounding Instructions

Accessories and Attachments

Available Accessories

List of recommended accessories and where to purchase them from Sears.

Unpacking and Checking Contents

Instructions for unpacking the saw and verifying all parts are present before assembly.

Table of Loose Parts

Inventory of parts included in the hardware package and their descriptions.

Know Your Table Saw

Assembly and Adjustments

Leg Set Assembly

Detailed procedure for assembling the table saw's leg stand structure.

Mounting Saw to Leg Set

Instructions for attaching the assembled saw to the leg set securely.

Saw Mounted to Other Surfaces

Alternative mounting instructions for securing the saw to a workbench.

Blade Raising and Tilting Handwheels

How to attach and use the handwheels for blade height and tilt adjustments.

Rip Fence and Blade Maintenance

Rip Fence Installation

Guide on how to properly install and secure the rip fence for ripping operations.

Changing the Saw Blade

Step-by-step instructions for safely replacing the table saw blade.

Blade Guard Assembly

Table Saw Adjustments

Miter Gauge Adjustment

How to calibrate the miter gauge for accurate 90-degree cuts.

Rip Fence and Indicator Adjustment

Steps to align the rip fence and its measurement indicator scale.

Blade Angle Stops and Indicators

Adjusting 90° and 45° Positive Stops

Calibrating the saw's positive stops for precise angle cuts.

Blade Tilt Indicator Calibration

Setting the blade tilt pointer to zero degrees at the 90° position.

Blade Parallelism Alignment

Blade Parallel to Miter Gauge Groove

Checking blade alignment with the miter gauge groove for accurate cuts.

Adjusting Blade Parallelism

Steps to adjust blade alignment using set screws.

Operation

Basic Saw Operations

Instructions for raising, tilting the blade, and using the on/off switch.

Switch and Overload Protection

Details on the key-operated switch and the motor's overload reset function.

Cutting Operations

Ripping Procedure

Step-by-step guide for safely ripping workpieces along the grain.

Bevel Ripping and Small Pieces

Guidelines for bevel ripping and safely cutting small pieces.

Cross Cutting Techniques

Instructions for performing cross cuts and bevel cross cuts.

Compound Miter Crosscutting

Combining miter and bevel angles for complex cuts.

Mitering Operation

Performing angled cross cuts using the miter gauge.

Dado Cuts

Instructions for safely performing dado cuts with the appropriate insert.

Wood Facing for Rip Fence

Adding wood facing to the rip fence for specific cutting tasks.

Maintenance Procedures

General Maintenance

Cleaning, polishing, and cord care for the table saw.

Blade Mechanism Maintenance

Checking and adjusting the blade raising and tilting mechanisms.

Lubrication

Recommended lubricants for moving parts and pivot points.

Troubleshooting Guide

Parts Identification

Table Saw Parts List

Detailed inventory of components for the main table saw unit.

Leg Set Parts List

Push Stick Guide

Summary

Warranty Information

Product Specifications Overview

General Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Covers 19 key safety guidelines for safe use of the table saw, including work area and personal protection.

Eye Protection Requirement

Mandatory use of safety goggles compliant with ANSI Z87.1 standards for preventing eye injury.

Specific Safety Instructions for Table Saw Use

Safe Operating Procedures

Instructions for safe operation including workpiece handling, blade use, and avoiding kickback.

Grounding Instructions

Accessories and Attachments

Available Accessories

List of recommended accessories and where to purchase them from Sears.

Unpacking and Checking Contents

Instructions for unpacking the saw and verifying all parts are present before assembly.

Table of Loose Parts

Inventory of parts included in the hardware package and their descriptions.

Know Your Table Saw

Assembly and Adjustments

Leg Set Assembly

Detailed procedure for assembling the table saw's leg stand structure.

Mounting Saw to Leg Set

Instructions for attaching the assembled saw to the leg set securely.

Saw Mounted to Other Surfaces

Alternative mounting instructions for securing the saw to a workbench.

Blade Raising and Tilting Handwheels

How to attach and use the handwheels for blade height and tilt adjustments.

Rip Fence and Blade Maintenance

Rip Fence Installation

Guide on how to properly install and secure the rip fence for ripping operations.

Changing the Saw Blade

Step-by-step instructions for safely replacing the table saw blade.

Blade Guard Assembly

Table Saw Adjustments

Miter Gauge Adjustment

How to calibrate the miter gauge for accurate 90-degree cuts.

Rip Fence and Indicator Adjustment

Steps to align the rip fence and its measurement indicator scale.

Blade Angle Stops and Indicators

Adjusting 90° and 45° Positive Stops

Calibrating the saw's positive stops for precise angle cuts.

Blade Tilt Indicator Calibration

Setting the blade tilt pointer to zero degrees at the 90° position.

Blade Parallelism Alignment

Blade Parallel to Miter Gauge Groove

Checking blade alignment with the miter gauge groove for accurate cuts.

Adjusting Blade Parallelism

Steps to adjust blade alignment using set screws.

Operation

Basic Saw Operations

Instructions for raising, tilting the blade, and using the on/off switch.

Switch and Overload Protection

Details on the key-operated switch and the motor's overload reset function.

Cutting Operations

Ripping Procedure

Step-by-step guide for safely ripping workpieces along the grain.

Bevel Ripping and Small Pieces

Guidelines for bevel ripping and safely cutting small pieces.

Cross Cutting Techniques

Instructions for performing cross cuts and bevel cross cuts.

Compound Miter Crosscutting

Combining miter and bevel angles for complex cuts.

Mitering Operation

Performing angled cross cuts using the miter gauge.

Dado Cuts

Instructions for safely performing dado cuts with the appropriate insert.

Wood Facing for Rip Fence

Adding wood facing to the rip fence for specific cutting tasks.

Maintenance Procedures

General Maintenance

Cleaning, polishing, and cord care for the table saw.

Blade Mechanism Maintenance

Checking and adjusting the blade raising and tilting mechanisms.

Lubrication

Recommended lubricants for moving parts and pivot points.

Troubleshooting Guide

Parts Identification

Table Saw Parts List

Detailed inventory of components for the main table saw unit.

Leg Set Parts List

Push Stick Guide

Craftsman 137.221940 Specifications

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BrandCraftsman
Model137.221940
CategorySaw
LanguageEnglish

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