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Craftsman 315.349720 User Manual

Craftsman 315.349720
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
SMRN I
10 in. TABLE SAW
Model No.
315.349720
A
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the
user must read and understand the operator's
manual before using this product.
Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188
Product distributed in the United States by Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 601 79
Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com
990000155
6-4-12 (REV:02)
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Craftsman 315.349720 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeTable Saw
Motor Power15 Amp
No-Load Speed5000 RPM
Power SourceElectric
Blade Diameter10 inches
Arbor Size5/8 inches
Bevel Capacity45 degrees
Dust Port Size2.5 inches

Summary

Introduction

Warranty

General Safety Rules

Specific Safety Rules

Symbols

Electrical

Extension Cords

Guidelines for using extension cords with the tool.

Speed and Wiring

Information on motor speed and electrical wiring requirements.

Grounding Instructions

Proper grounding procedures to reduce electric shock risk.

Glossary of Terms

Features

Product Specifications

Lists the technical specifications of the table saw.

Know Your Table Saw

Familiarization with the tool's operating features and safety rules.

Anti-Kickback Pawls

Explanation of kickback hazard and anti-kickback pawl function.

Bevel Scale

Describes the scale for exact blade angle measurement.

Blade

Details the included 10-inch carbide blade and its function.

Blade Guard

Instruction to keep the blade guard down for through-sawing cuts.

Bevel Locking Lever

Lever to lock the blade's angle setting in place.

Miter Gauge

Tool to align wood for cross cuts, showing exact angle.

Miter Gauge Grooves

Grooves on the saw table where the miter gauge operates.

Outfeed Support

Table extension at the back for supporting long workpieces.

Rip Fence

Guides workpiece for lengthwise cuts, secured by a handle.

Riving Knife

Metal piece to keep kerf open and prevent kickback.

Scale

Scale on the front rail for precise rip cut measurements.

Sliding Table Extension

Table extension on the right for wide workpieces.

Switch Assembly

Features a locking mechanism to prevent unauthorized use.

Operating Components

Describes the upper portion of the blade and table adjustments.

Blades

Recommended blade usage and kerf width limits.

Tools Needed

Lists tools required for assembly and adjustments.

Loose Parts

Assembly

Unpacking

Instructions for safely unpacking and inspecting the tool.

Mounting Holes

Details on securing the table saw to a workbench or leg stand.

To Assemble the Quickstand®

Step-by-step guide to assemble the quickstand leg system.

Mounting the Table Saw Base to the Quickstand®

Instructions for attaching the saw to the assembled quickstand.

To Install the Handle

Steps to install the handle for the height/bevel adjusting handwheel.

To Remove/Replace the Throat Plate

Procedure for removing and reinstalling the throat plate.

To Change Riving Knife Positions

How to adjust the riving knife for different cutting operations.

To Check Saw Blade Installation

Verifying the correct installation and direction of the saw blade.

To Install the Anti-Kickback Pawls and Blade Guard

Instructions for installing safety features like pawls and guard.

To Check and Align the Riving Knife and Saw Blade

Procedure to ensure proper alignment of the blade and riving knife.

To Assemble the Sliding Table Assembly

Steps to install the sliding table extension.

To Install Indicator

How to install the indicator for the sliding table.

To Store the Table Saw Accessories and Leg Stand

Guidance on storing accessories and the leg stand.

Operation

Applications

Lists the various cutting operations the tool can perform.

Basic Operation of the Table Saw

General guidelines for operating the table saw safely.

Causes of Kickback

Explains the reasons behind kickback incidents.

Avoiding Kickback

Provides methods and precautions to prevent kickback.

Cutting Aids

Describes push sticks, push blocks, and featherboards.

How to Make a Jig (for Rip Cutting Narrow Workpiece)

Instructions for creating a jig for cutting narrow workpieces.

Auxiliary Fence

Information about using an auxiliary fence for thin materials.

Featherboard

Explains featherboards for workpiece control.

How to Make a Featherboard

Steps to construct a featherboard.

How to Mount a Featherboard

Guide on properly mounting a featherboard.

Types of Cuts

Details the six basic types of cuts the saw can perform.

Cutting Tips

Provides advice for making better and safer cuts.

To Change Blade Depth

How to adjust the blade height for cutting depth.

To Adjust the Bevel Indicator

Procedure to calibrate the bevel indicator.

To Change Blade Angle (Bevel)

Steps for tilting the blade to achieve bevel cuts.

To Set the Rip Fence Scale Indicator to the Blade

Calibrating the rip fence scale for accurate measurements.

To Use the Rip Fence

Instructions on how to properly use the rip fence for cuts.

To Use the Miter Gauge

Guide on using the miter gauge for angled cuts.

To Use the Sliding Table Extension

How to extend the saw table for larger workpieces.

To Use the Outfeed Support

Using the outfeed support for long workpieces.

Heeling (Paralleling) the Blade to the Miter Gauge Groove

Aligning the blade parallel to the miter gauge groove.

Making Cuts

General advice before making various types of cuts.

Making a Cross Cut

Step-by-step guide for making a cross cut.

Making a Rip Cut

Instructions for performing a rip cut.

Making a Miter Cut

Guide for making angled cuts using the miter gauge.

Making a Bevel Cross Cut

How to make a cross cut with a beveled blade.

Making a Bevel Rip Cut

How to make a rip cut with a beveled blade.

Making a Compound (Bevel) Miter Cut

Guide for making cuts with both a miter and bevel angle.

Making a Large Panel Cut

Safety and procedure for cutting large panels.

Making a Non-Through Cut

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

Making a Dado Cut

Procedure for making dado cuts using a stack dado set.

Adjustments

To Replace the Blade

Step-by-step guide for replacing the saw blade.

To Set the Blade at 0° and 45°

How to set the blade to 0° and 45° angles accurately.

To Check the Alignment of the Rip Fence to the Blade

Procedure to ensure the rip fence is parallel to the blade.

Maintenance

Routine care and upkeep for the table saw.

General Maintenance

Basic cleaning and maintenance procedures.

Lubrication

Information on lubrication requirements for the tool's bearings.

Troubleshooting

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