Owner's Manual

71/4-in. CIRCULAR SAWS

Model Nos.

172.10855

(12 Amp)

172.10856

(13 Amp)

CAUTION: Read, understand and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions in this manual before using this product.

• SAFETY

• OPERATION

• MAINTENANCE

• ESPANOL

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

Warranty ....................................................

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Safety Instructions .....................................

Pages 3-10

Safety Symbols .........................................

Page 10

Description ................................................

Page 11

Assembly ...................................................

Pages 12-13

Operation ...................................................

Pages 14-22

Maintenance ..............................................

Pages 23-24

Accessories ...............................................

Page 24

Service Numbers .......................................

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FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN

CIRCULAR SAW

If this CRAFTSMAN Circular Saw fails to give complete satisfaction within one year from the date of purchase,

RETURN ITTO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE IN THE

UNITED STATES, and Sears will replace it, free of charge,

If this CRAFTSMAN Circular Saw is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS!

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!

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Z_ WARNING:

BE SURE to read and understand all instructions.

Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

WORK AREA SAFETY

1. ALWAYS keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.

2. DO NOT operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust, Power tools create

sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes,

3. ALWAYS keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY

1. Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other.)This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

2. Double insulation [] eliminates the need for the three-wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system. Applicable only to Class II

(double insulated) tools.

3. Before plugging in the tool, BE SURE that the outlet voltage supplied is within the voltage marked on the tool's data plate. DO NOT use "AC only" rated tools with a DC power supply.

4. ALWAYS avoid body contact with grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.

There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded,

5. If operating the power tool in damp locations is unavoidable, ALWAYS use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter to supply power to your tool.

ALWAYS wear electrician's rubber gloves and footwear in damp conditions.

6. DO NOT expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

7. DO NOT abuse the cord. NEVER use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from the outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately.

Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.

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8. When operating a power tool outside, ALWAYS use an outdoor extension cord marked "#V-A" or "W". These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.

NOTE: The extension cord must have adequate wire size AWG

(American Wire Gauge) for safe, efficient use. Smaller gauge wires, have greater capacity (16 gauge wire has more capacity than 18 gauge wire).

Volts

120V

Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords (AWG)

Total Length of Cord in Feet

0 -

25ft.

AWG

16

26 -

50ft.

AWG

16

51 -

100 ft.

AWG

16

Ampere Rating

More than 0

Not more than 6

More than 6

Not more than 10

More than 10

Not more than 12

More than 12

Not more than 16

16

16

14

16

16

12

14

14

101 -

150 ft.

AWG

14

12

12

Not Recommended

PERSONAL SAFETY

1. ALWAYS stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. DO NOT use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.

A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

2. ALWAYS dress properly. DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry. Pull back long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

3. ALWAYS avoid accidental starting. BE SURE switch is "Off" before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch in the "On" position invites accidents.

4. ALWAYS remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool "On".

A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.

5. DO NOT overreach. ALWAYS keep proper footing and balance at all times.

Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.

6. ALWAYS use safety equipment.

Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hardhat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.

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TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY

1. ALWAYS use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.

2. DO NOT force tool. Use the correct tool and blade for your application.

The correct tool and blade will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.

3. DO NOT use tool if switch does not turn it "On" or "Off". Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

4. ALWAYS disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories,or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

5. ALWAYS store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained

persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

6. ALWAYS maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.

Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

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7. ALWAYS check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool's operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.

RECOMMENDED

WARNING:

FOR USE WITH THIS TOOL MAY CREATE

USE OF ACCESSORIES THAT ARE NOT

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8. Only use accessories that are recommended for this tool.

Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool.

SERVICE SAFETY

1.Tool service MUST BE performed only at a Sears Service Center.

Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.

2. When servicing a tool, Only use identical replacement parts.

Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of

unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create

a risk of electric shock or injury.

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SAFETY RULES FOR CIRCULAR SAWS

Z_ DANGER! Keep hands away from cutting area and blade.

Keep your second hand on the auxiliary handle or motor housing.

If both hands are holding the saw, they cannot be cut by the blade.

1. ALWAYS keep your body positioned to either side of the saw blade, but

not in line with the saw blade. Kickback could cause the saw to jump backwards.

(See Kickback...What

Causes It and Ways to Prevent It on pages 7-8).

2. DO NOT reach underneath the work. The guard cannot protect you from the blade beneath the work.

3. ALWAYS check lower guard for proper closing BEFORE each use.

DO NOT operate the saw if the lower guard does not move freely and close instantly.

Never clamp or tie the lower guard in the open position.

If the saw is accidentally dropped, the lower guard may be bent. Raise the lower guard with the retracting handle. Make sure that it moves freely and

does not touch the blade or any other part in all angles and depths of cut.

4. ALWAYS check the operation and condition of the lower guard spring.

If the guard and the spring are not operating properly, they MUST be serviced before use. The lower guard may operate sluggishly, due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a buildup of debris.

5.The

lower guard should be retracted manually ONLY for making special cuts, such as pocket or compound cuts. ALWAYS raise the lower guard by retracting the handle.

As soon as the blade enters the material, the lower guard MUST be released.

For all other sawing, the lower guard should operate automatically.

6. ALWAYS make sure that the lower guard is covering the blade BEFORE placing the saw down on a work bench or floor.

An unprotected moving

blade will cause the saw to walk backwards, cutting whatever is in its path.

Make note of the time it takes for the blade to stop spinning after the switch is released.

7. NEVER hold the piece being cut in your hands or across your legs.

It is important to support the work properly in order to minimize body exposure, blade binding, or loss of control.

8. ALWAYS hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a 'live" wire will make the exposed metal parts of

the tool "live" and shock the operator.

9. When ripping, ALWAYS use a rip fence or straight edge guide. This improves the accuracy of the cut and reduces the chance of the blade binding.

10. ALWAYS use blades that have the correct size and shape (diamond vs. round) arbor holes. Blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run erratically and will cause loss of control.

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SAFETY RULES FOR CIRCULAR SAWS cont.

11. ALWAYS BE SURE that all adjusting screws and the blade holder are fastened tightly BEFORE making a cut. Loose adjusting screws and holders can cause the tool or blade to slip and loss of control may result.

12. When removing the blade from the tool, ALWAYS avoid contact with skin and ALWAYS wear protective gloves when grasping the blade or accessory.

Accessories may be hot after prolonged use.

KICKBACK...WHAT

CAUSES IT AND WAYS TO PREVENT IT

The Causes of Kickback

1. Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound or misaligned saw blade, which causes the uncontrolled saw to lift up and out of the workpiece and towards the operator.

2. When the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf closing down, the blade stalls and the motor reaction drives the unit rapidly back towards the operator.

3. If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut, the teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig into the top surface of the wood. This causes the blade to climb out of the kerf and jump back towards the operator.

4. Kickback is a result of tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions. It can be avoided by taking the proper precautions, as listed below.

Ways to Prevent Kickback

1. ALWAYS maintain a firm grip with both hands on the saw and position your body and arms to allow you to resist KICKBACK forces.

KICKBACK forces can be controlled by the operator, if the proper precautions are taken.

2. If the blade is binding, or when you are interrupting a cut for any reason, ALWAYS release the trigger and hold the saw motionless in the material until the blade comes to a complete stop. NEVER attempt to remove the saw from the work or pull the saw backward while the blade is in motion or KICKBACK may occur. ALWAYS check and be ready to take corrective action to eliminate the cause of blade binding.

3. When restarting the saw in the workpiece, ALWAYS center the blade in the kerf and check to be sure that the saw teeth are not engaged into the material.

If the saw blade is binding, it may walk up or KICKBACK from the workpiece when the saw is restarted.

4. ALWAYS support large panels to minimize the risk of blade pinching and KICKBACK.

Large panels tend to sag under their own weight.

Supports MUST be placed under the panel on both sides, near the line

of cut and near the edge of the panel.

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Ways to Prevent Kickback cont.

5. DO NOT use a dull or damaged blade. Unsharpened or improperly set

blades produce narrow kerf which causes excessive friction, blade binding and KICKBACK.

6. ALWAYS be sure that the blade depth and adjusting locking levers are tight and secure BEFORE making a cut. If blade adjustment shifts while cutting, it may cause binding and KICKBACK.

7. ALWAYS use extra caution when making a "Pocket Cut" into existing walls or other blind areas. The protruding blade may cut objects that can cause KICKBACK.

8. ALWAYS have saw blade at full speed before contacting workpiece.

ALWAYS hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own

cord. Contact with a 'live" wire will make the exposed metal parts of the tool

"live" and shock the operator.

ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock,

_ WARNING:

BE SURE to read and understand all instructions.

1. Know your power tool. Read operator's manual carefully.

Learn the applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or serious injury.

2. ALWAYS wear safety glasses or eye shields when using this saw.

Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are

NOT safety glasses.

Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

3. ALWAYS protect your lungs.Wear

a face mask or dust mask if the operation is dusty.

Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

4. ALWAYS protect your hearing.

Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation.

Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

5. ALWAYS inspect the tool cords periodically and if damaged have them repaired at your nearest Sears Service Center or other Authorized

Service Facility.

ALWAYS be aware of the cord location.

Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.

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ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION cont.

6. ALWAYS check for damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine if it will operate properly and perform its intended function.

Check

for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool's operation. A guard or other part that is damaged, should be properly repaired or replaced at a Sears Service Center. Following this rule will reduce the risk of

electric shock, fire or serious injury.

7. DO NOT abuse the cord. NEVER use the cord to carry the tool or pull the plug from the outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately.

Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock. Following this rule will reduce the risk of

electric shock or fire.

8. ALWAYS make sure that your extension cord is in good condition.

When using an extension cord be sure to use one that is heavy enough to carry the current that your tool will draw. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 16 is recommended for an extension 100 feet or less in length. Using an extension cord that is over 100 feet in length is not recommended.

If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.

Smaller gauge wires, have greater capacity (16 gauge wire has more capacity than 18 gauge wire). An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating.

9. ALWAYS inspect and remove all nails from lumber before sawing.

Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

10. DO NOT use the tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.

Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or serious personal injury.

11. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If someone borrows this tool, make sure they have these instructions also.

WARNING: The operation of any circular saw can result in foreign objects being thrown into your

eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, ALWAYS wear safety

goggles or safety glasses with side shield and a full face shield when needed. We recommend A Wide

Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shield, available at

Sears Retail Stores.

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ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION cont.

WARNING: Some dust particles created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction jobs contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints.

• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products.

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending upon how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:

• Work in a well-ventilated area.

• Work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

The label on your tool may include the following symbols.

V ..................................................... Volts

A .................................................... Amperes

Hz .................................................. Hertz

W ................................................... Watts

min ................................................ Minutes

.................................................. Alternating current

.................................................

Direct current

no .................................................. No-load speed

[] .................................................. Class II construction

.../min ............................................ Revolutions or Strokes per minute

_k ................................................ Indicates danger, warning or caution.

It means attention! Your safety is involved.

IMPORTANT! READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

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Before attempting to use any tool, be sure to familiarize yourself with all the operating features and safety instructions.

KNOWYOUR SAW (See Fig. 1)

Your circular saw has many built-in convenience features for fast, efficient cutting. These features include easy to operate adjustments for depth-of-cut and bevel cutting.

Electrical Connection

Your circular saw has a precision-built electric motor and it should only be connected to a 120-volt, 60-Hz. power supply (normal household current).

DO NOT operate on direct current (DC). This large voltage drop will cause a loss of power that will overheat the motor. If your saw does not operate when plugged into an outlet, check the power supply.

Trigger Switch

To turn on the saw, push lock button with your thumb, then squeeze trigger switch. Release switch to shut it off.

__ djustment

Knob

Lower Blade Guard--

_indle

Wrench

Blade Wrench Storage Area

Input

Blade Diameter

Blade Arbor

Cutting Depth at 90o

Cutting Depth at 45o

Rating

No Load Speed

12Amp or 13Amp

7 1/4in. (184mm)

5/8-in. (16mm)

2 7/16in. (61.97mm)

1 13/16in. (47.24mm)

120 volts, 60 Hz AC

4800 RPM(12 Amp) 5200 RPM(13 Amp)

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UNPACKING

Your circular saw has been shipped completely assembled, except for the blade, which is packed unassembled.

Inspect the saw carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage has occurred during shipping. If any parts are damaged or missing, return the saw to your nearest Sears Store to have it replaced.

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.L_WARNING: IF ANY PARTS ARE MISSING, DO NOT OPERATE THIS J

SAW UNTIL THE MISSINNG PARTS ARE REPLACED. FAILURE TO DO

SO COULD RESULT IN POSSIBLE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.

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MOUNTING THE BLADE TO SAW

Carefully remove the blade from its packing and thoroughly inspect it to be sure that it is not cracked or damaged.

z_WARNING: Your saw should NEVER be connected to the power source when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or removing blades, cleaning or when it is not in use. Disconnecting the saw will prevent accidental starting, which could cause serious personal injury.

/_WARNING: A 7 1/4-in. blade is the maximum blade capacity for your saw. NEVER use a blade that is too thick to allow the outer blade washer to engage with the flat side of the spindle. Larger blades will come into contact with the blade guards, and thicker blades will prevent the blade screw from securing the blade on the spindle. Either of these situations could result in serious personal injury.

Your saw has a spindle lock button for locking the spindle on your saw in a stationary position. Push and hold the spindle lock button when mounting, changing or removing the blade.

1. Remove blade wrench from shoe.

2. Place saw on its side on a flat surface.

3. Use blade wrench to loosen blade screw by turning it in a counterclockwise direction. Completely remove blade screw (See Fig. 2).

4. Remove outer "D" washer (See Fig. 2).

5. The part remaining is the inner bushing (See Fig. 2). It does not need to be removed.

6. Wipe a drop of oil onto the inner bushing and outer "D" washer where they will touch blade.

7. Place the saw blade inside the lower blade guard, onto the spindle and against the inner bushing (See Fig. 2).

NOTE: The teeth of the blade should point upward at the front of the saw as shown in Fig. 2.

8. Place saw on the edge of a flat surface so the blade is not in contact with anything.

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MOUNTING THE BLADE TO SAW cont.

9. Raise lower blade guard using the blade guard handle and hold it in the raised position for the next steps.

10. Replace the "D" washer (See Fig. 2).

11. Firmly hold down spindle lock button as you replace blade screw and hand tighten it in a clockwise direction (See Fig. 2). Then use blade wrench to tighten blade screw thoroughly.

12. Place blade wrench back in shoe.

NOTE: Always place angled portion of blade wrench upwards.

IMPORTANT: NEVER use a blade that is too thick to allow the "D" washer to engage with the flat side of the spindle.

Fig. 2

REMOVING THE BLADE

1. Unplug the saw.

Z_ WARNING:

Failure to unplug the saw could result in accidental

starting causing possible serious personal injury.

2. Raise the lower blade guard using the guard handle, hold down the spindle lock button.

3. Follow Steps 1 through 4 on Mounting Blade to Saw.

4. Carefully remove blade.

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careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient

_k CAUTION:

DO NOT let familiarity with your saw make you

SAW BLADES

All saw blades need to be kept clean, sharp and properly set in

order to cut efficiently. Using a dull blade places a heavy load on the saw and increases the danger of kickback. Keep extra blades on hand, so sharp

blades are always available. Gum and wood pitch hardened on the blade slows the saw down. Use gum and pitch remover, hot water or kerosene to remove them. DO NOT use gasoline.

BLADE GUARD SYSTEM

The lower blade guard, attached to your circular saw, is there for your protection and safety. It should NEVER be altered for any reason. If it becomes damaged or begins to return slowly or sluggishly, DO NOT operate your saw until the damage has been repaired or replaced. ALWAYS leave the guard in its correct operating position when using the saw.

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DANGER:

When sawing through a workpiece, the lower blade guard does not cover the blade on the underside of the workpiece. Since the blade

is exposed on the underside of the workpiece, ALWAYS keep your hands and fingers away from the cutting area. Any part of your body coming in contact

with the moving blade will result in serious injury (see Fig. 3).

CAUTION: NEVER use the saw when the guard is not operating

properly.The guard should be checked for correct operation before each use.

If you drop your saw, check the lower blade guard and bumper for damage at all depth setting before using. NOTE: The guard is operating properly when it moves freely and then readily returns to the closed position. If, for any reason.

your lower blade guard does not close freely, take it to your nearest Sears

Repair Center for service before using it.

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KICKBACK

Kickback occurs when the blade stalls rapidly and the saw is driven back towards you. Blade stalling is caused by any action which pinches the blade in the wood.

IMPORTANT: The best guard against kickback is to avoid dangerous practices.

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binds or the saw stalls. Kickback could cause you to lose control of the saw.

DANGER:

ALWAYS release trigger switch immediately if the blade I

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KICKBACK _

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Blade usSet Too Deep

Kickback is Caused By:

1. Incorrect Blade Depth Setting (See Fig. 4).

2. Sawing into knots or nails in the workpiece.

3. Twisting the blade while making a cut.

4. Making a cut with a dull, gummed up, or improperly set blade.

5. Not providing proper support for workpiece (See Fig. 5).

6. Forcing a cut.

7. Cutting warped or wet lumber.

8. Tool misuse or incorrect operating procedures.

9. Contacting the workpiece with blade at less than full speed.

To Lessen the Chance of Kickback:

1. ALWAYS use the correct blade depth

setting. The correct blade depth setting for all cuts should not be more than

1/4-inch below the material to be cut

(see Fig. 6).

Fig. 5 i

Correct Blade Depth Setting =

Blade Exposed 1/4-in. or less on underside of workpiece

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To Lessen the Chance of Kickback: cont.

2. ALWAYS inspect

the workpiece for knots or nails BEFORE beginning to cut. NEVER saw into a knot or nail.

3. Make straight cuts. ALWAYS use a straight edge guide when rip cutting.

This will help prevent twisting the blade in the cut.

4. ALWAYS use clean, sharp and properly set blades. NEVER make cuts with dull blades.

Fig. 7

5. ALWAYS properly support the workpiece before beginning a cut. This will help you avoid pinching the blade. The right and wrong ways to support large workpieces are shown in Figures 5 and 7.

6. ALWAYS use steady, even pressure when making a cut. NEVER force the cut.

7. DO NOT cut wet or warped lumber.

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8. ALWAYS hold the saw firmly with both hands and keep your body in a balanced position. This will help you resist the forces of kickback, should it occur.

IMPORTANT: When using your saw, ALWAYS stay alert and exercise control.

DO NOT remove your saw from the workpiece, while the blade is moving.

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DEPTH-OF-CUT ADJUSTMENT

ALWAYS use the correct blade depth setting. The correct blade depth setting for all cuts should not be more than 1/4-inch below the material being cut.

Allowing more depth will increase the chance of kickback and cause the cut to be rough. Your saw is equipped with a depth-of-cut scale on the upper blade guard that will provide increased depth-of-cut accuracy (See Fig. 8).

Fig. 8

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TO ADJUST BLADE DEPTH

1. Unplug the saw.

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WARNING:

Failure to unplug the saw could result in accidental

2. Raise depth adjust lever to loosen. (See Fig. 8).

3. Determine the desired depth of cut.

4. Locate the depth-of-cut scale on the back of the upper blade guard.

5. Hold the base of saw flat against the workpiece and then raise or lower the saw

until the indicator mark on the bracket aligns with the notch on the blade guard.

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6. Lower depth adjust lever to tighten.

STARTING A CUT

1. ALWAYS use your saw with your hands positioned correctly (See Fig. 9). i sawing safer and easier. Loss of control of the saw could cause an accident resulting in possible serious injury.

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NEVER use the saw with your hands positioned as shown in Fig. 107

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TO HELP MAINTAIN CONTROL

1. ALWAYS support the workpiece near the cut.

2. ALWAYS support the workpiece so the cut will be on your right.

3. ALWAYS clamp the workpiece so it will not move during the cut.

Place the workpiece with the good side down.

NOTE: The good side is the side where appearance is important.

Before starting a cut, draw a guideline along the desired line of cut. Then place

the front edge of the saw base on that

part of the workpiece, that is solidly supported (See Fig. 9).

4.NEVER place the saw on the part of

the workpiece that will fall off when the cut is made (see Fig. 10).

5.ALWAYS keep the cord away from the cutting area. ALWAYS place the cord so it does not hang up on the

workpiece when making a cut.

Fig. 9

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TO HELP MAINTAIN CONTROL cont.

the trigger switch immediately.

Unplug the saw and move the cord to prevent

I /K DANGER:

If the cord hangs up on the workpiece during a cut, release

I injury or death. If the cord has been damaged, have it replaced before using

DANGER: Using the saw with a damaged cord could result in serious

Hold the saw firmly with both hands

(See Fig. 11).

Squeeze the trigger switch to start the saw. ALWAYS let the blade reach full speed before you begin the cut into the workpiece.

I reaches full speed, it could cause the saw to kickback towards you, resulting

WARNING:

If the blade comes in contact with the workpiece before it I

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When making a cut, ALWAYS use steady, even pressure. Forcing the saw causes rough cuts and could shorten the life of the saw or cause kickback.

DANGER: When sawing through the workpiece, the lower blade guard does not cover the blade.The

blade is exposed on the under side of the workpiece.

ALWAYS keep your hands and fingers away from the cutting area. Any part of your body coming in contact with the moving blade will result in serious injury.

After completing your cut, release the trigger switch and allow the blade to come to a complete stop. DO NOT remove the saw from the workpiece while the blade is moving.

I is exposed on the under side of the saw until the lower blade guard closes.

CAUTION: Whenever you lift your saw from the workpiece, the blade

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MAKING CROSS CUTS OR RIP CUTS

1.

When making cross or rip cuts, align your line of cut with the outer blade guide notch on the base of the saw

(See Fig. 12).

2. Since blade thicknesses vary, ALWAYS make a trial cut in scrap material along the guideline to determine how much, if any the guideline must be offset to get an accurate cut.

MAKING BEVEL CUTS

1. Your saw can be adjusted to cut at any angle between 0° and 45 °. When making 45 ° bevel cuts, there is a notch in the saw base to help you line up the blade with the line of cut (See Fig. 13).

2. Align your line of cut with the inner blade guide notch on the base of the saw when making 45 ° bevel cuts.

3. Since blade thicknesse can vary and different angles require different settings,

ALWAYS make a trial cut in scrap materials along a guideline to determine how much you should offset the guideline on the board to be cut.

4. When making a bevel cut ALWAYS hold your saw firmly with both hands

(See Fig. 14).

5. Rest the front edge of the base on the workpiece. Then squeeze the trigger switch to start the saw. ALWAYS let the blade reach full speed, then guide the saw into the workpiece.

Fig. 12

Align Outer Blade Guide Notch on Saw Base with Line of Cut

(as shown) When Making Cross

Cuts or Rip Cuts

Fig. 13

Align Inner Blade Guide Notch on

Shoe with Line of Cut (as shown)

When Making 45° Bevel Cuts

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If the blade comes in contact with the workpiece before it I

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After completing your cut, release the trigger switch and allow the blade to come to a complete stop. DO NOT remove the saw from the workpiece while the blade is moving.

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TO ADJUSTTHE BEVEL SETTING

1. Unplug the saw.

WARNING: Failure to unplug the saw could result in accidental

2. Loosen Knob (See Fig. 15).

3. Raise the motor housing end of the saw until you reach the desired angle setting on the bevel scale See Fig. 15).

4. Tighten Knob securely.

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Attempting a bevel cut without the knob being securely I I

POSITIVE 0° BEVEL STOP (See Fig. 15)

Your saw has a positive 0° bevel stop, it was adjusted at the factory to assure 0°

angle of the saw blade for 90 ° cuts. However shipping can cause misalignment.

To Check

1. Unplug the saw.

I I Z_ WARNING: Failure t° unplug the saw could result in accidental

2. Place saw in an upside down position on workbench (See Fig. 15).

3. Use a carpenter's square to check the squareness of the saw blade to

the shoe on your saw.

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To Adjust

1. Unplug the saw.

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2. Loosen knob.

3. Loosen hex nut securing adjustment screw.

4. Turn screw and adjust shoe until square with saw blade.

5. Tighten hex nut and knob securely.

WARNING:

Attempting to make cuts without knob securely tightened I I

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TO MAKE POCKET CUTS

pocket cut. Attempting a pocket cut at any other setting can result in a loss

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1. Adjust the bevel setting to zero, set the blade to the correct blade depth setting, and swing the lower blade guard up, using the lower blade guard handle.

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ALWAYS raise the lower blade guard with the handle I I

2. While holding the lower blade guard by the handle, firmly rest the front of the shoe flat against the workpiece with the rear handle raised so the blade does

not touch the workpiece (See Fig. 16).

3. Squeeze the trigger switch to start the saw. ALWAYS let the blade reach full speed, then slowly lower the blade onto

the workpiece until the shoe is flat against the workpiece.

4. After you complete the cut, release the

trigger switch and allow the blade to

come to a complete stop. After the blade has stopped, remove it from the

workpiece. Corners can then be cleared

out with a hand saw or sabre saw.

I /!'k,WARNING: NEVER tie the lower blade guard in the raised position.

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MAKING RIP CUTS

ALWAYS use a guide when making long or wide rip cuts with your saw.You can

use either a straight edge or use the Optional Rip/Edge Guide with a 5-inch scale

(sold separately at your local Sears store or Craftsman outlet).

Using a Straight Edge

You can make an efficient rip guide

by clamping a straight edge to your workpiece. (See Fig.17)

1. Secure the workpiece.

2. Use C-clamps to firmly attach straight edge to the workpiece.

3. Carefully guide the saw along the straight edge for a straight rip cut.

4. DO NOT bind the blade in the cut.

Fig.

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MAKING RIP CUTS cont.

Using The Rip/Edge Guide (sold separately)

To Attach the Rip/Edge Guide

1. Unplug the saw.

WARNING:

NEVER Failure to unplug the saw could result in accidental starting causing possible serious personal injury.

2. Place edge guide through holes in the shoe of the saw (See Fig, 18).

3. Adjust edge guide to the desired length of cut.

4. Tighten the knob that holds the edge guide securely.

'4 Fig. 18

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Place Rip/Edqe

Guide Through Holes

Using the Rip/Edge Guide

1. Place the face of the edge guide firmly against the edge of the workpiece (See Fig. 18). Doing this will give you a straight cut without pinching the blade.

2. BE SURE that the guiding edge of the workpiece that the edge guide is riding on is straight so you get a straight cut.

3. DO NOT bind the blade in the cut.

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SERVICE

WARNING:

Preventive maintenance performed by unauthorized personnel may result in misplacing of internal wires and components, which could cause a serious hazard,

1. Tool service MUST BE performed only by a Sears Service Center.

Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result

in a risk of injury.

IMPORTANT NOTE: All service that requires opening the saw should only be performed at a Sears Service Center.

2. When servicing a tool, ALWAYS use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance Section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.

GENERAL

WARNING: To avoid accidents, ALWAYS disconnect the tool from the power source BEFORE cleaning or performing any maintenance.

All parts represent an important part of the double insulation system and should be serviced only at a Sears Service Center.

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and

may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, carbon dust, etc.

Z_ WARNING:

DO NOT at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc. to come in contact with plastic parts. They contain chemicals that can damage, weaken or destroy plastic.

It is a known fact that electric tools are subject to accelerated wear and

possible premature failure when they are used to work on fiber glass wallboard, spackling compounds or plaster.

Thechips and grindings from these materials are highly abrasive to electrical

tool parts, such as bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently,

it is not recommended that this tool be used for extended work on any fiber glass material, wallboard, spackling compound, or plaster.

During any use on these materials, it is extremely important that the tool

is cleaned frequently by blowing with an air jet.

LUBRICATION

All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of

high-grade lubricant for the life of the tool under normal operating conditions.

Therefore, no further lubrication is required.

WARNING: ALWAYS wear safety goggles or safety glasses with

or side shields when using this tool or blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.

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DOUBLE INSULATION

Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the standard 3-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal motor components with protecting insulation.

Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded.

IMPORTANT

The servicing of a tool with double insulation requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be performed only by a qualified service technician.

For service, we recommend that you return the tool to your nearest

Sears Service Center for repair. ALWAYS use identical replacement parts when servicing.

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EXTENSION CORDS

The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power.To

keep the loss at a minimum and to prevent overheating, use an extension cord that is heavy enough to carry the current that the tool will draw.

A wire gauge (AWG) of at least 16 is recommended for an extension cord

100 feet or less in length. When working outdoors ALWAYS use an extension cord that is suitable for outdoor use.The

cord's jacket will be marked WA.

CAUTION:

Keep extension cords away from the cutting area, and position the cord so it will not get caught on lumber, tools, etc.

during the cutting operation.

WARNING:

Check extension cords before each use. If damaged, replace it immediately.

NEVER use a tool with a damaged cord because touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock, resulting in serious injury.

Sears offers a large selection of extension cords that help extend your working range.

The following recommended accessories are currently available at your local

Sears Store.

7 1/4-in.

40-Tooth General-Purpose Cut-Off Blade

7 1/4-in.

35-Tooth Master Combination Blade

7 1/4-in.

200-Tooth Plywood Blade

7 1/4-in. 18-Tooth Carbide Blade

7 1/4-in. 18-Tooth Mach II Silver Series Carbide Blade

7 1/4-in.

24-Tooth Mach II Silver Series Carbide Blade

7 1/4-in.

24-Tooth Combination Carbide Blade

Rip / Edge Guide

WARNING:

The use of attachments or accessories that are injury.

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