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Craftsman 315.220381 User Manual

Craftsman 315.220381
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Owner's Manual
I PR OFESS IONAL I
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10 in. Stationary
RADIAL ARM SAW
Model No.
315.220381
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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
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates,lL 60179 USA
Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman
972000-705
10-99
Safety
Features
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Parts List
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Table of Contents

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Craftsman 315.220381 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model315.220381
CategorySaw
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Craftsman Radial Arm Saw Warranty

Introduction to the Craftsman Radial Arm Saw

Safe Operation Rules

Additional Radial Saw Safety Rules

Specific safety precautions for operating radial arm saws.

Electrical Safety and Setup

Using Extension Cords Safely

Guidelines for selecting and using appropriate extension cords.

Proper Electrical Grounding

Explains proper grounding for reducing electric shock risk.

Changing Saw Voltage (120V/240V)

Instructions for converting the saw from 120V to 240V.

Product Specifications

Woodworking Glossary

Loose Parts List

Tools Needed for Assembly

Safety and Warning Labels

Key Features of the Radial Arm Saw

Adjustable Work Tables

Describes repositionable spacer and rear tables for flexibility.

Anti-Kickback Pawls

Pawls that snag work to prevent kickback during rip cuts.

Control Cut Device

Device that limits carriage speed and prevents saw climbing.

Riving Knife Function

Keeps cut edges from binding, preventing kickback.

Saw Assembly Instructions

Assembling the Leg Stand

Step-by-step guide to assemble the saw's leg stand.

Mounting Saw to Leg Stand

Instructions for securely attaching the saw base to the leg stand.

Installing the Yoke Assembly

Guide to install the yoke assembly onto the carriage track.

Adjusting the Column Tube

Procedure to ensure snug fit and remove looseness in the column.

Aligning Riving Knife to Blade

Centering the riving knife with the blade for safe rip cuts.

Saw Adjustments for Precision

Aligning Arm for Cross Cuts

Ensures the arm is at 0° for accurate cross cuts.

Squaring Blade to Fence

Aligns the miter angle of the blade to the fence for safety.

Parallel Blade to Table

Squares the blade to the table for accurate 90° bevel cuts.

Operating the Radial Arm Saw

Switch and Key Operation

Explains power switch and key usage for safe operation.

Avoiding Kickback

Provides methods to prevent dangerous workpiece kickback.

Making a Cross Cut

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

Making a Rip Cut

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

Saw Maintenance

General Maintenance Procedures

Routine cleaning and checks for overall saw condition.

Motor and Electrical Maintenance

Maintenance related to the motor and electrical components.

Troubleshooting Common Problems

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