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Craftsman 315.220100 User Manual

Craftsman 315.220100
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Operator's Manual
CRAFTSMAN +
PRO I 0 H A L
10 in. Stationary
RADIAL ARM SAW
Model No.
315.220100
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CAUTION: Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before first use of this
product.
Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188
Safety
Features
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Parts List
Sears, Roebuck and Co., 3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman
983000-041
5-02

Table of Contents

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Craftsman 315.220100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model Number315.220100
TypeCircular Saw
Blade Diameter7-1/4 inches
No Load Speed5000 RPM
Arbor Size5/8 inch
Depth of Cut at 45 degrees1-3/4 inch

Summary

Warranty

Introduction

Rules for Safe Operation

Additional Safety Rules for Radial Saws

Electrical

Extension Cords

Guidelines for selecting and using appropriate extension cords.

Grounding Instructions

Proper grounding procedures to reduce electrical shock risk.

Electrical Connection

How to connect the saw to a power supply.

Changing Voltage

Steps to convert the saw's voltage from 120V to 240V.

Product Specifications

Glossary of Terms for Woodworking

Unpacking

Accessories

Loose Parts List

Tools Needed

Labels

Features

Assembly

Assembling Leg Stand

Step-by-step instructions for assembling the saw's leg stand.

Mounting Saw to Leg Stand

Securing the saw unit to the assembled leg stand.

Attaching Elevating Handwheel

Installing the handwheel for adjusting saw arm height.

Installing the Yoke Assembly

Mounting the yoke assembly onto the carriage.

Removing the Blade

Procedure for safely removing the saw blade and guard.

Attaching Table Supports

Installing the supports for the saw's table sections.

Setting the Arm Lock Knob

Adjusting the arm lock knob for proper arm angle control.

Setting the Bevel Lock Lever

Adjusting the bevel lock lever for blade angle security.

Adjusting the Column Tube

Adjusting the inner column tube for snug fit and smooth operation.

Adjusting the Carriage Bearings

Adjusting carriage bearings for blade stability and cut accuracy.

Leveling the Table Supports

Ensuring the table supports are perfectly level for accurate cuts.

Installing the Front Table

Installing the fixed front section of the saw's worktable.

Installing Blade and Blade Guard

Reinstalling the saw blade and ensuring the blade guard functions correctly.

Align Riving Knife to Blade

Centering the riving knife with the blade to prevent binding and kickback.

Installing Rip Scale Indicators

Attaching indicators to show distance from blade to rip fence.

Adjustments

Aligning the Arm for Cross Cuts

Ensuring the arm is at 0° for accurate cross cut travel.

Aligning Blade to Table at 0° Bevel

Squaring the blade to the table at a vertical 0° bevel for accuracy.

Squaring Blade to Fence

Aligning the blade's miter angle to the fence to prevent binding.

Paralleling Blade to Table

Squaring the blade to the table at 90° bevel for accurate horizontal cuts.

Aligning the Rip Scale Indicators

Adjusting rip scale indicators for accurate fence-to-blade measurements.

Installing Control Cut Device

Connecting the control cut device for enhanced operator control.

Check Alignment of Arm and Blade Using Laser

Using a laser for quick, routine checks of saw alignment.

Operation

Types of Cuts

Overview of different types of cuts possible with the radial arm saw.

Causes of Kickback

Explains common causes of kickback for safety.

Avoiding Kickback

Provides essential safety tips to prevent kickback injuries.

Cutting Aids

Discusses tools like pushsticks, pushblocks, and featherboards for safer cuts.

Making a Cross Cut

Step-by-step guide for performing a standard cross cut.

Making a Miter Cut

Instructions for making angled cross cuts using the radial arm.

Making a Bevel Cut

Guide for making cuts with the blade angled relative to the table.

Making a Compound Cross Cut

How to perform cuts with both arm and blade angles set.

Rip Cut Hazards and Precautions

Specific safety warnings and precautions for rip cutting operations.

Setting Up a Rip Cut

Procedures for properly setting up the saw for rip cuts.

Making a Rip Cut

Step-by-step guide for performing a rip cut safely.

Cutting Long Workpieces

How to safely cut long pieces of material.

Non-Through Cuts

Instructions for performing cuts that do not go through the material.

Laser Guide

Mounting the Laser Guide

Steps for attaching the laser guide to the saw blade.

Operation

How to use the laser guide for alignment and cutting.

Changing the Batteries

Instructions for replacing batteries in the laser guide.

Maintenance

General Maintenance

Routine cleaning, checks, and care for the saw.

Motor/Electrical

Maintenance specific to the motor and electrical components.

Troubleshooting

Saw Does Not Start

Solutions for when the saw fails to power on.

Motor Does Not Reach Full Speed or Power

Troubleshooting low motor speed or power issues.

Motor Stalls, Blows Fuses, or Trips Circuit Breakers

Solutions for motor stalling or circuit interruptions.

Motor Overheats

Diagnosing and fixing motor overheating problems.

Saw Vibrates Excessively

Addressing excessive vibration during saw operation.

Saw Is Noisy When Running

Troubleshooting causes of unusual noise from the running saw.

Carriage Does Not Travel Smoothly in Track Under Arm

Resolving issues with smooth carriage movement.

Saw Stalls When Ripping

Diagnosing and fixing causes of saw stalling during rip cuts.

Handwheel Is Hard to Turn or Column Binds

Solutions for a stiff handwheel or binding column.

Saw Burns or Scores Edges of Wood in Cut

Addressing wood burning or scoring during cuts.

Bevel Cuts Are Not True

Troubleshooting inaccurate bevel cuts.

Miter or Cross Cuts Are Not True

Fixing inaccurate miter or cross cuts.

Wood Edges Away From Fence When Ripping

Resolving issues where wood pulls away from the fence during ripping.

Riving Knife Strikes Wood During a Cut

Addressing the riving knife hitting the workpiece.

Saw Blade Tends to Push Wood to One Side When Cross Cutting

Solutions for wood being pushed sideways during cross cuts.

Notes

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