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Craftsman RADIAL ARM SAW 315.22038 User Manual

Craftsman RADIAL ARM SAW 315.22038
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Owner's Manual
10 in. Stationary
RADIAL ARM SAW
Model No.
315.220380
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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., Hoffrnan Estates, IL 60179 USA
Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman
972000-505
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Safety
Features
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
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Table of Contents

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Craftsman RADIAL ARM SAW 315.22038 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model Number315.22038
Blade Diameter10 inches
Arbor Size5/8 inch
Motor1.5 HP
Voltage120V
Max. Crosscut12 inches

Summary

Introduction to the Radial Arm Saw

Safety Alerts and Warnings

Explains safety alert symbols and general warnings for user safety.

Rules for Safe Operation

Understanding Safety Symbols and Precautions

Defines safety symbols and covers critical safety advice including manual understanding.

Extension Cord and Electrical Safety

Covers safe practices for extension cords, grounding, and avoiding electrical hazards.

Kickback Prevention and Safe Material Handling

Provides guidelines to prevent kickback and ensure safe handling of materials.

Additional Safety Rules for Radial Saws

Electrical Connections and Safety

Grounding Instructions

Explains the importance and procedure for proper grounding to prevent electric shock.

Product Specifications

Unpacking and Accessories

Tools Needed for Assembly and Alignment

Labels and Settings Information

Features Overview

Key Saw Features and Controls

Describes essential features like arm lock, bevel controls, and blade specifications.

Component Descriptions

Details components such as carriage, column, fence, and control cut device.

Motor, Scales, and Guards

Explains the motor, rip scales, riving knife, and various blade guards.

Assembly Instructions

Assembling the Leg Stand

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

Mounting Saw to Leg Stand

Details how to securely attach the saw unit to the assembled leg stand.

Installing the Yoke Assembly

Guides the installation of the yoke assembly onto the carriage and arm.

Leveling the Table Supports

Ensures the table supports are perfectly level for accurate cuts.

Installing the Front Table

Step-by-step guide for installing the fixed front table onto the saw.

Leveling the Front Table

Adjusts the front table for flatness and levelness using center screws.

Installing Blade and Blade Guard

Details the process of mounting the blade and attaching the blade guard assembly.

Aligning Riving Knife to Blade

Ensures the riving knife is centered with the blade for safe ripping.

Adjustments and Fine-Tuning

Aligning Arm for Cross Cuts

Ensures the saw arm is precisely perpendicular to the table for cross cuts.

Aligning Blade to Table at 0° Bevel

Squares the blade to the table at 0° bevel for accurate angled cuts.

Squaring Blade to Fence

Squares the miter angle of the blade to the fence to prevent binding and kickback.

Paralleling Blade to Table

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

Aligning Rip Scale Indicators

Calibrates rip scale indicators for accurate fence-to-blade distance readings.

Installing Control Cut Device

Guides the connection and setup of the control cut device for improved operation.

Operation of the Radial Arm Saw

Basic Saw Operation and Safety

Covers fundamental principles for using the radial arm saw safely and effectively.

Kickback Causes and Prevention

Details the causes of kickback and methods to avoid it for safer operation.

Making a Cross Cut

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

Making a Miter Cut

Instructions for performing angled cross cuts using the miter scale.

Making a Bevel Cut

Details the procedure for making cuts with the blade angled relative to the table.

Making a Compound Cross Cut

Guides on performing cuts with both angled arm and angled blade.

Rip Cut Hazards and Precautions

Highlights specific dangers associated with rip cuts and necessary safety measures.

Setting Up a Rip Cut

Provides steps for preparing the saw for safe and accurate rip cuts.

Making a Rip Cut

Step-by-step instructions for performing a rip cut operation safely.

Maintenance and Servicing

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Service and Support Information

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