Craftsman 115.244500 Owner's Manual

owners MODEL NO. 115o244500 10-1NCH BAND SAW Serial Number Model and serial numbers may be found on the back of the saw. You should record both model and serial number in a safe place for future use, FOR YOU SAFETY: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY ® assembly o operating ® repair paffs J Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL 60684 U.SoA. Part No, SP5492 printed in Taiwan

ON CRAFTSMAN BAND SAW If within one year from the date of purchase, this Craftsman Band Saw fails due to a defect in materia! or workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of charge. WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERV- iCE CENTER/DEPARTMENT THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES. This warranty applies only while this product is used in the United States. This warranty gives you specific legal dghts, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Dept. 698/731 A, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684 Safety instructions for Band Saw Safety _s a combinatfon of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your band saw WORKS.Read this manual to understand this saw. BEFORE USING THE SAW: I ARNING: To avoid mistakes that could cause I serious, permanent iniury, do not plug the saw in until the following steps are completed. • Assembly ana alignment ISee pages 7-12). Learn the use and function of the ON-OFF switch, table lock knob. blade guides, backup bearings, upper slide lOCKknoo. blade guard, tension catch, and tracking screw. (See pages 13 & 14") Review and understand al of the safety instruc- tion and ooerating proceaures n this manual. Review the maintenance methods for this saw. (See page 187 Read the following WARNING labels found on the front of the saw: WARNING DANGER i, i WHEN INSTALLING OR MOVING THE SAW. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Use the saw in a dry, indoor place protected from rain, Keep work area well lighted. To avoid injury from unexpected saw movement: * Put the saw on a firm level surface where there is plenty of room for handling and properly support- ing the workpiece. - Support the saw so the table is level and the saw does not rock. o Bolt the saw to the support surface if it tends to slip, Watk, or slide during operations like cutting tong, heavy beards. - Turn saw off and unplug cord before moving the saw, To avoid injury or death from electrical shock: * GROUND THE SAW. This saw has an approved 3-conductor cord and a 3-prong grounding type plug. Use only 3-wire, grounded outlets rated !20 volts, 15 amperes (amps). The green con- ductor in the cord is the grounding wire. To avoid electrocution, NEVER connect the green wire to a live terminal. o Make sure your fingers do not touch the plug's metal prongs when plugging or unplugging the saw'. NEVER STAND ON TOOL, Serious injury could occur if the tool tips or you accidentally hit the cutting tool. Do not store anything above or near the tool where anyone might stand on the tool to reach them. BEFORE EACH USE: Inspect your saw. DISCONNECT THE SAW. To avoid injury from acci- dental starting, unplug the saw, turn the switch off and remove the switch key before changing the setup, opening covers, removing guards, or blade. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Check for: • alignment of moving parts, • binding of moving parts, • broken parts, • stable mounting, and • any other conditions that may affect the way the saw works,

any electrical part doesn't work properly, turn the saw off and unplug the saw. REPLACE damaged, miss- ing, or failed parts before using the saw again. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep the saw clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES from tool before turning it on. To avoid injury from jams, slips or thrown pieces: • Choose the right size and style blade for the material and the type of cutting you plan to do. . USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. (See page 18). Consult this owner's manual for recommended accessories. Follow the instruc- tions that come with the accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons. = Make sure the blade teeth point downward, toward the table. o Make sure the blade guides and thrust bearings are properly adjusted. , Make sure the blade tension is properly adjusted. • Make sure the table lock knob is tight and no parts have excessive play. , To avoid accidental blade contact, minimize blade breakage and provide maximum blade support, always adjust the upper blade guide and blade guard to just clear the workpiece. , KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Floor must not be slippery. To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the saw near flammable liquids, vapors or gases. PJan ahead to protect your eyes, hands, face, ears. KNOW YOUR SAW. Read and understand the owner's manual and labels affixed to the tool. Learn its application and limitations as wel! as the specific potential hazards peculiar to this tool. To avoid injury from accidental contact with moving parts, don't do layout, assembly, or setup work on the saw while any parts are moving. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure switch is "OFF" before plugging saw into a power outlet. Plan your work. . USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed to do. , Use this band saw to cut only wood, wood like products, and plastics. Dress for safety. WEAR YOUR _'_ I Any power saw can throw foreign objects into the eyes. This can cause permanent eye damage. Wear safety goggles (not glasses) that comply with ANSI Z87.1 (shown on package). Everyday eyegiasses have only impact resistant lenses. They are not safe ty glasses. Safety goggles are available at Sears retail catalog steres. Glasses or goggles not in com- pliance with ANSI Z87.1 could seriously hurt you when they break. • Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings, wrist watches). They can get caught and draw you into moving parts. , Wear nonslip footwear. • Tie back long hair. o Roli long sleeves above the elbow. • Noise levels vary widely. To avoid possibTe hear- ing damage, wear ear plugs or muffs when using your saw for hours at a time. o For dusty operations, wear a dust mask along with the safety goggles. inspect your workpiece. Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the part of the workpiece to be cut. Use extra caution with large, very small or awk- ward workpieces: , Use extra supports (tables, saw horses, blocks, etc.) for any workpieces large enough to tip when not held down to the table top. • NEVER use another person as a substitute for a tab!e extension, or as additional support for a workpiece that is longer or wider then the basic saw table, or to help feed, support or pull the workpiece. o When cutting irregularly shaped workpieces, plan your work so it will not pinch the blade. A piece of molding for example, must iay flat or be held by a fixture or jig that wilt not iet it twist, rock or slip while being cut. •Properiy support round material such as dowel rods, or tubing. They have a tendency to roll dur* ing a cut, causing the blade to "bite". To avoid this, always use a 'W' block or clamp the work to the miter gage. Cut only one workpiece at a time. - Clear everything except the workpiece and relat- ed support devices off the table before turning the saw on.

_o!d o_ece_; so sma_ ma_ your fingers writ gO u:}der ttse b_ade cJar(_ [_se Hgs or ti×tures to hold the work add _,_._eoveu,' har_ds awsJ ;rein ttte blade Avoid awkward :.,Derat_oqs ann tsand oo5;[_or}s where a g_JOdefi s_p COL£d cause hngers or r}af_d 1o move _n_othe Made DON'T OVERREACH t',eeD qo_ foot,n? asd balance WHENEVER SAW IS RUNN|NG. WARNING: Dent let familiarity (gamed from l'requent use of your band sawJ cause a L careJess mistake. A careaess fraction of a second is enough to cause a severe _njury. Before sta_r_g ,,cx,,rcal watch it1<-:._.;awwn,le/f r_J;_Sit i makes an u_afis_i_ar n@se or vibrates a lot stop _rTl[l_e Oaleiy Turn the saw off Unplug tl_e saw Do r_ot restart untd hnding and correcting the problem. KEEP CHILDREN AWAiY Keep all ws_tom a :,are @s tance from the saw. Make sure bystandem _e elea_ of the saw and workpiece DON% FORCE TOOL. !t wiU do the job better and safer at its designed rale Feed the wo_kpiece _nfo the saw blade only fast enough to let it cur w_thout bog@rig down or b_nding. Before free_,ng any iammed materiah - rum _w_tch 'OFF'L • Remove sw_tch key - { Jnp_ug the saw. - Wa_t for aH moving parts to stop. When backing up lhe workpiece, the blade may bind in the kerr (cut). This is usually caused by sawdust clogging up the kerr or because the b_ade comes out of the guides, ff this happens: ]-urn switc} 'OFF" Remove switch key. Un_!uq saw. W_;_H_or aU mowng parts .to stop Or_en eand saw cover Sbck flat biade screwdriver or wedge into the kerr - hm_ me t;pper whee, by hand while backing up _t-_ wor_ pete Before removing toose pieces from the table, turn saw off and wait for all moving paris to stop. BEFORE LEAVING THE SAW: W,:_Hfor aHr-t:ovin(; parts to stoo Make workshop cr_ild proo_. Lock the shop. Dmcor'nect m>_ste_ switc._es Remove the yellow sw,tch key. Sto_e _ta_,vay from chi:drer_ a,_d others not quatiSed to t,'se ti_e re,hi g ossary of terms for woodworking Beveling An angle cutting ope_atim_ through the _ace of the board. Crosscu_ A cutting operation made across the width of the workpiece Compound Cutting A simultaneous bevet and miter cutting operation. FPM Feet per minute. Used in reference to surface speed of blade. Freehand (as used for band saw) Performing a cut without the workpiece properly sup., ported on the work table. Gum A sticky., sapbased residue from wood products Kerr The ma_eriai removed by the blade in a tl_rough cut or the SlOt produced by the btade in a nor_-through or partJa_ cut Lead_ng Er._d The end of the workpiece whici_ is pushed into the cutting tooi first _teri_g An angte cutting operation rnade across the width of the workpiece. Push Slick A device used to teed the workpiece tSrou_h the saw during hallow _ppi_q:_ type op_ratior_s so the opera- tor's hands a;e kept wO]} away from t!e biade. Resaw A culling operatior_ to red_ce the th ckness of the workpiece to make th r_ner pieces Resin A sticky, sap.based subslance that has dried. Ripping A cutting op_wation along the ier',gth, of the workpiece. Sawbiade Path The area of the worktabie or workpiece d rectly in !ine with the saw biade Set [he distance ti_e tip of the saw biade tooth is bent outward from the face of the b_ade Tracking Adlusting the upper wheel so t_e bandsaw blade runs in the center of ti_e whee!s. Trai_ng End 1he workpiece end iast cut by the saw blade. Workpieee The item on which the cuSing operation is being per- formed. The surfaces of a workpiece are commonly referred to as faces, ends, and edges. Worktable The surface on which the workpieee rests while per- forming a cutting operation.

8quirem÷nts This machine is designed to use, and is equipped with, a 1725 RP_ motor, tt is wired for operation on 120 volts, 60 Hz., alternating current. (TOOL MUST NOT BE CONVERTED TO OPERATE ON 230 VOLT). For replacement motor refer to parts list in this manual. CONNECTING TO POWER SUPPLY OUTLET This machine must be grounded while in use to protect the opera,or from electric shock. Plug power cord into a !20V properly grounded type outlet protected by a 15-amp. fuse or circuit breaker. if you are not sure that your outlet is properly grounded, have it checked by a qualified eiect_rician. ( WARNING: Do not permit fhgers to ta_Jch the terminals of p_ugs when insta_ing or removing the p_ug to or from the out_et. WARNING: _fnot propeF[y grounded this power tool can cause an e_ectrica_ shock, particu{ar_y when used in damp locations close to plumbing, ff an electriea_ shock occurs there is the potentia_ of a secondary hazard such as your hands con- tacting the saw blade. S his Dug requires a mating 3-conductor ground6_ typ_ out{or as shown. If the outlet you are planning to use for this power tool is of the two prong type, DO NOT REMOVE OR ALTER THE GROUNDING PRONG tn ANY MANNER Use an adapter as shown below and always connect the grounding lug to a known ground. tt is recommended that you have a qualified electrician replace the TWO prong outlet with a property grounded THREE prong outiet GROUNDING LUG \ SCREW \ iI , ... i% .C oo,o 2-PRONG /'//_ X "\ RECEPTACLE "k ADAPTER if power cord is worn or cut, or damaged in any way, have it replaced immediately. Your unit is for use on I20 volts, and has a plug that looks like the one shown below. i _ _-tt// t \! "-,,\ ...... PLUG ti \ P oNe _LT__._.:::_/ PROPERLY GROUNDED 3-PRONG OUTLET This power tooi is equipped with a 3 conductor cord and grounding type plug approved by Underwriters' Laboratories. The ground conductor has a green jacket and is attached to the tool housing at one end and to the ground prong in the attachment plug at the other end. An adapter as iilustrated is available for connecSng p!ugs to 2-prong receptacles. The green grounding iu9 extending from the adapter must be connected to a pe_ manent ground such as to a properly grounded outlet bOX. NOTE: The adapter illustrated is for use only if you already have a properly grounded 2-prong receptacie. The use of any extension cord will cause some ioss of power. To keep this to a m_nimum and to prevent over heating and motor burn-out, use the table beiow to determine the minimum wire size (A W.G.) extension cord. Use only a single cord when an extension cord is required. The cord must be a 3 w_re ex_ensio_ cord which has a 3-prong receptacle that will accept the tools p!ug. Wire Sizes Required Length of the (AmeriCan Wire Gage Number) Cord I 12or Lines 25 Feet No !6 50 Feet No. 16 100 Feet No. !6

REQUIREMENTS .............................................. 5 UNPACKING AND CHECKING CON_rENTS ......... ;,6 ASSEMBLY Mounting Band Saw to Workbench ...................... 7 lnstalI _g the Tabie ............................... 8 Installing !he Blade ...................................... 9 _ens!o,n_ng ,t_e Btade ............................ i 0 '" ', ................................. 11 Trackir_g the B_ade Adiusting the Blade Guides and Back.Up Bearing .............................................. 11 Final Tabie Assembly ........................................... 12 Aligning the Tab!e Square to the Blade .............. 12 Instaliing the Hose Clip ...................................... 13 Getting to Know your Band Saw ......................... 14 BASIC BAND SAW OPERATION ....................... 16 MAINTENANCE ..................................................... 19 RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ....................... 19 TROUBL ESHOOTING ........................................ 20 REPAIR PARTS .................................................... 21 unpacking and checking contents TOOLS NEEDED oo.B.,.o,so .R tithe-- MEDIUM SCREWDRIVER #2 PHILLtPS SCREWDRIVER COMB|N&TtONSQUAREMUST BE TRUE _AW+Lt_HT STRAIGHT EDGE OF LINE ON _ARD BOARD 314"THICK SH4_JLD BE NO GAP OR OVERLAP HERE WHEN _UARE tS FLtPPED OVER tN DOTTED POSi

Basic saw assembly .......................... Owners Manual ................................. Saw Table ................. :...................... Loose Parts Bag Containing the following parts: Key Switch ....................................... Wing Nut IJ4-20 ................................. Screw, Truss Hd I/4-20 x 5/8 ............ Wrench, Hex "L" 1/8 ........................ Bevei Indicator .................................. Screw Pan Cross 1032 x 3/8 ........... Washer !7/64 x 1 x 1/16 .................... Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1.................... Knob ......: ......................................... Clip Hose ....................................... 11 assembly MOUNTING BAND SAW TO WORKBENCH If band saw is to be used in a permanent location, it should be fastened securely to a firm supporting sur- face such as a workbench. If mounting to a workbench, holes should be drilled through supporting surface of the workbench using dimensions illustrated, 1. Each leg should be bolted secureiy using 5/t6" diameter machine screws, tockwashers, and 5/16" hex nuts (not included). Screw length should be 1-3/4" plus the thickness of the bench top. 2, Locate and mark the holes where band saw is to be mounted. 3. Drill (4) 3/8" diameter holes through workbench. 4. Place band saw on workbench aligning holes in feet with holes driiled in workbench. 5. Insert all four 5/16" screws and tighten. NOTE: All bolts should be inserted from the top. Install the washers and nuts from the underside of the bench. "_ 3/8" DtAMETEJ_R+ 6-5/16" (4) HOLES '_'------- 16-13/16" CLAMPING BANDSAW TO WORKBENCH The Band Saw can be clamped directly to a work- bench using two (2) or more 'C" clamps on base of unit. Base Workbench 7

s to fasten band saw to a mounting board. The board should be of suf- ficient size to avoid tipping of saw while _nuse. Any good grade of plywooe or chipboard with a 3/4" m_n_- mum thickness is recommended. (Thinner chipboard can break._ Once the saw is mounted, securely clamp the board to the workbench using "C" clamps WARNING: Supporting surface where band saw is mounted should be examined carefully after mounting to insure that no movement during use can result, if any tipping or walking is noted, secure workbench or supporting surface before operating band saw. - - ........ ---4 Upper Slide Lock Knob -< 24" MIN. 6-5/16" _ 10-13/16" iNSTALLiNG THE TABLE 1. Loosen the upper slide lock knob ano position the upper guide assembly al of the way uo, Tighten lock knob. Upper Guide Assembly 2. Ouen the front cover of the saw oy pulling forward on the finger hold located on the left side of the band saw. l Finger / Hold 3. Locate the square hole behind the lower right wheel and insert a 1/4-20 x 1" tong carriage bolt through this hole frorr inside the saw. 4. Position the table-trunnion assembly on the back side of the saw so the 1/4-20 x 1" bolt extends through the curved slot in the trunnion. The trun- nion should engage the curved mounting rib on the back side of the saw, 5. Install the 1" outside diameter washer and table lock knob to the end of the bolt and tighten by hand. Trunnion _unnion S|=s Table Lock Knob ibte Assembly 8

remove switch key and unplug saw before removing or installing bJade. 1, Loosen the upper slide lock knob and position the guide assembly about half way between the table and the frame. Tighten the lock knob. 2. Open the front cover of the saw by pulling forward on the finger hold !ocated on the !eft side of the band saw. 3. Remove the biade guard by loosening the screw located on the side of the guard using a #2 phillips screwdriver, Slide the guard up and pull forward to remove it from the blade guide support. 4. Unscrew the upper blade guides using _t 1/8 inch hex "L" wrench and separate them about i/8 inch. Repeat this step for the lower blade guides. NOTE: There is a patch on the blade guide(s) threads that makes them difficult to turn, This is nec- essary to prevent rotation of the guides during opera- tion of the saw. Guide 5. Loosen the setscrew which locks the upper blade guide support (located on the left side of the sup- port behind the bearing). Push the support all the way back. Loosen the setscrew holding the upper back-up bearing (Located on the right side of the upper slide), Push the bearing all the way back. With the guide support and back-up bearing pushed back, slightly tighten both set screws. Upper Blade Guide Support Set Screw Upper Back-Up Bearing Sol Screw Bearing BLADE GUARD REt_OV ED FOR CLARITY Blade Guide Support 6. Loosen the setscrew which locks the lower blade guide support (accessed through notch in frame located below table). Push the support all the way back. Loosen the setscrew holding the lower back- up bearing, Push the bearing alt the way back. With the guide support and back-up bearing pushed back, tighten both set screws. 9 Lower Blade Guide Support _ _ ! Sel Screw h Lower Back-Up Bearii_g Set Screw Table Removed For Vieua_ Clarity

position. Locate the tension lock knob on the back of the saw and turn it counterclockwise approximately two turns. Lift the tension catch away from the teeth and move it to its lowest position. Tension _ _ Ca,ch /// _ CAUTION: To avoid being scraped, if the blade should suddenly uncoil, wear safety goggles. Carefully uncoil the blade holding it at arms length. 8. Uncoil the blade. 9. Slide the blade into the slo_ of the table with the teeth facing forward and down toward the table. 10, Place the blade on a!l three wheels, Center the blade on the rubber tires. Drive Wheet Tension Wheel Slot in Table / Idler Wheel WARNING: Turn off saw. remove switch key and unplug before making any adjustments. TENSIONING THE BLADE 1 With one hand on the knob and the other on the tension catch, lift up on the tension assembly until the slack ir the blade _s eliminated. Note which notch the top of the tension catch is closest to, Tension Adjustin! Knob 2. Continue to pull up on the tension assembly until it has moved two or three notches above where the blade first straightened out. Engage the teeth on the catch into the notches. This is the proper ten- sion for a 1/4" blade. NOTE: If using an t/8" blade the tension assembly should oe positioned one to two notciqes above the point where the blade first straightened out. 3. Tighten the tension lock knob in order to hold the tension assembly in place. NOTE: Over tensioning of blade can cause excessive wear of wheel bearings and motor and shorten blade tife_ 10 Tension Lock Knob

switch key and unplug before making any adjustme_°_ts. TRACKONG THE BLADE BBade tension must be properly adjusted before tracking the b_ade, !. Slowly turn, the upper wheet clockwise by hand and watch the btade on the tire. if the blade moves away from the center of the tire the tracking witl have to be adjusT,ed. 2. insert a 1/8" hex wrench into the tracking adjust- ment screw located on the back of the saw behind the upper wheel 3. a, if the blade moved toward the front ot the saw turn the adjustment screw in (ciockwise) while turning the wheel by hand, until the blade rides in the center of the tire. 4. b, If the blade moved away from the front of the saw turn the adjustment screw out (counter clockwise) while turning the wheel by hand, until the blade rides in the center of the tire. Check the position of the blade on the other tires. The blade shoutd be completely on the tire. If not, adjust the tracking until the blade is on all three tires. Tracking Adjustment Set Screw 5. Rotate the upper wheel by hand in a clockwise direction for a few more turns. Make sure the blade stays in the same location on the tires. Readjust if necessary, until blade is tracking properly. WARNING: Turn off saw, remove switch key ! and unplug before making any adjustments. 1 ADJUSTING THE BLADE GUIDES AND BACK=UP BEARING NOTE: The upper and lower blade guides and back- up bearings support the band saw blade during cut- ting operations. The adjustment of the guides and bearings should be checked whenever a different blade is installed, 1. Adjust the back-up bearing first. Loosen the rear set screw using a 1/8" hex wrench. (This set screw is located on the right side of the upper slide for the upper bearing and on the right side of the frame just below the table for the lower bearing.) 2. Move the back-up bearing to within 1/32" of the blade, Tighten the rear set screw. Repeat on the other back-up bearing. NOTE: The back-up bearing is to support the back edge of the blade while cutting. The blade should not contact the bearings when you stop cutting. 3. Adjust the position of the blade guide support next. Loosen the front set screw using a 1/8" hex wrench. (This set screw is located on the left side of the support for the upper guides and the right side for the lower guides.) 4. Slide the blade guide support on the shaft until the front edge of the blade guides are about 1/32" behind the gullet of the blade, Tighten the set screw, Repeat for the other guide. / Thrust Bearing 11

of the teeth would be damaged. Proper adjustment of the upper and lower blade guide assemolies will prevent this from happening 5. Adjust the b!ade guides last. Use a 1/8" hex wrench to turn the blade guides in or out to where they just clear the side of the blade. Do this for all four guides, NOTE: There is a patch on the blade guide threads that makes them difficult to turn. This ts necessary to prevent rotation of the guides during oDerahon of the SaW. 6. Reinstall blade guaro and tighten screw. 7. Close the front cover of the saw. S_w Blade D WARNING: Never start the saw with the cover open, Thrown blades can cause injury. Blade Guides FINAL TABLE ASSEMBLY 1. Close the front cover of the band saw ano snap _n place. 2. Locate a 1/4-20 x 5/8 truss head screw, and a 1/4- 20 wing nut in _oose parts, Insert screw into hole n table top as i_tustrated. 3. From the underside of the table, install w_ng nut onto the truss head screw and tighten finger tight. This will keep the table flat and in alignment. J WARNING:Turn off saw, remove switch key and unplug before making any adjustments. ALiGNiNG THE TABLE SQUARE TO THE BLADE 1. Loosen the upper slide lock knob ana position the guide assembly all the way up. Tighten the lock knob. 2. Loosen table lock knob. 3. Place a small square on the table beside the blade as i!lustrated. 4. Holding the left edge of the table [near the zero stop set screw], tilt the table up or down to align table 90 aegrees to blade (0 degree position). Tighten lock knob. 5 Adjust the zero stop set screw using a 1/8" hex wrench until the set screw just touches the frame. 6. Check sauareness of blade to table. Make readjustments if necessary,_ Combination Square _ Look _// v [-" Knob _ j' 12

panheadscrewinloosepartsbag. 8. Usea #2phillipsscrewdriverto attachthebevei indicatorto the backof the frame,inthe smalI recessbelowtile trunnion,withthe 10-32x 3/8" screw. 9.Alignthebevelindicatorwiththe"0"degreemark onthetrunnionandtightenthescrew INSTALLING THE HOSE CUP 1. Locate the Hose Clip in the loose parts bag Identify the barbs on the clip. Barbs 2. Open the front cover of the saw by pulling forward on the finger hold located on the left side of the band saw. Locate the notch in the Frame at the sawdust ejection port. Notch / 3. Position the Hose Clip with the barbs to the back side of the band saw. Slide the Hose Clip into the notch. Push the clip until it is fully seated on the Frame. The Hose Clip will secure a Wet/Dry vac hose in place for sawdust collection. Hose Clip 13

Frame 9 Wrench Holder Tension Catch Blade Guard 2 Upper Slide Lock Knob ; Tracking Adjustment Set Screw 7 Sawdust Ejection Pert 10 On-Off Switch Hose Clip Base 8 Cover Hinges 1 Blade Guides 5 Tension Lock Kr_ob Trunr " 4 Bevel Scale NOTE: Cover shown open for clarity 1. Blade Guides.,. Supports the blade and keeps it from twisting during operation. An adjustment is necessary when blades are changed or replaced. 2. Upper slide |ock knob.,, The upper blade guide assembly should just clear the workpiece while cutting. Always adjust the upper guide assembly and lock the upper slide by tightening the upper slide lock knob before turning on the band saw. 3. TabJe lock knob.. , Loosening the knob allows the table to be tilted and tightening the knob locks the table in place. Bevel indicator 3 Table Lock Knob 4. Tilt (bevel) scale... Shows degree taole is tilted for bevel cutting. 5. Tension Lock Knob, , , controls the amount of blade tension when changing blades. 6. Tracking Adjustment Set Screw . . . adjust to keep blade running in center of wheels. 7. Sawdust Ejection Port... sawdust is eliminated from inside of machine. Also, makes an excellent hook-up for a Wet/Dry vac. 8. Cover Hinges... allows front cover to be opened for making adjustments to machine. 14

Keeps 1/8" Hex "L" Wrench conveniently (ocated for blade guide adjustments, 10, ON-OFF SWITCH. The On-Off Switch has a lock- ing feature. THIS FEATURE IS INTENDED TO HELP PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED AND POSSI- BLY HAZARDOUS USE BY CHILDREN AND OTHERS. a. To turn machine on, insert key into switch. NOTE: Key is made of yellow plastic; locate in loose parts bag. b. Insert finger under switch lever and pulq end of switch out. c. To turn machine OFF... PUSH lever in ..f_, NEVER LEAVE THE MACHINE UNATTENDED UNTIL _T HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. d. To lock switch in OFF position.., hold switch IN with one hand . . . REMOVE key with other hand. WARNING: For your own safety, a}ways lock the switch "OFF" when machine is not in use,., remove key and keep i_in a safe place,., also,,, in the event of a power failure (all of your lights go out) turn switch off,.. remove the key and store it away from band saw. This will prevent the machine from starting up again when the power comes back on. 15

BEFORE EACH USE: inspect your saw. DISCONNECT THE SAW, To avoid injury from acci- (]ental starting, unplug the saw turn the switch off and remove the switch key before changing the setup, opening covers, removing guards, or olade. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Check for: ° alignment of moving parts, o binding of moving parts, • uroKen carts, • stable mounting, and • any other conditions that may affect the way the saw works. If any part is missing, bent, or broken m any way, or any electrical part doesn't work properly, turn the saw off and unplug the saw. REPLACE damaged miss- ing, or failed parts before using the saw again. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keeo the saw c_ean for best and Safest performance. REMOVE ADJOSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES from tool before turning _lon. To avoid injury from jams, slips or thrown pieces: • Choose the right s_ze ano style blade for the material and the type of cutting you plan to do. - USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. (See page 18). Consult this owner's manual for recommended accessories. Follow the instruc- tions that come with the accessories. The use ot _mDroper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons. • Make sure the blade teeth point downward toward the table. • Make sure the blade guides and thrust bearings are properly adjusted. - Make sure the blade tension ts properly adjusted, • Make sure the table lock knob is tight and no carts have excessive play. • To avoid accidental blade contact, minimize blade breakage aria provide maximum blade support, always adjust tne upper blade guide and blade guard to just clear the workpiece. • KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN, Cluttered areas and benches _nvite accidents. Floor must not be slip- pery. To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the saw near flammable iquids, vapors or gases. PJan ahead to protect your eyes, hands, face, ears. KNOW "tOUR SAW Read and understand the owner's manual and labels affixed to the tool, Learn its applica- tion and limitations as wel as the specific potential haz- ards peculiar to this tool. To avoid injury Irom accioenTa contact with moving parts, don't do layout, assembly, or setup work on the saw while any pars are moving. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING Make sure switch is 'OFF" before plugging saw into a power outlet. Plan your work. - USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attach- ment to do a job _ was not designed to do - Use this cane saw to cut only wood. wood like products, and plastics. Dress for safety. Any power saw can throw foreign objects into the eyes. This can cause permanent eye damage. Wear safety goggles (not glasses} that comply with ANSI Z87,! (shown on package). Everyday eyeglasses have only tmpact resistant lenses. The are not safety glasses. Safety goggles are available at Sears retail catalog stores. Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could seriously i_urt you when they break. - Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings, wrist watches). They can get caught and draw you into moving parts, - Wear nonslip footwear. - Tie back long hair. - Roll long sleeves above the elbow. 16

withthesafetygoggles tlnspectyourworkpieee. Makesuretherearenonaiisorforeignobjectsin "_4e part of the workpiece to be cut. Use extra caution with large, very small or awkward werkpieces: • Use extra supports (tables, saw horses, blocks. etc.) for arty workpiece iarge enough to tip whe_l not held down to the table top. NEVER use another person as a substitute for a table extension, or as additiona! support for a workpiece that is longer or wider then the basic saw table, or to help feed, support or pui! the work- piece. o When cutting irregularly shaped workpieces, plan your work so it will not pinch the blade. A piece of molding, for example, must lay fiat or be he!d by a fixture or jig that wilt not Jetit twist, rock or slip while being cut. • Properly support round material such as dowel rods, or tubing, They have a tendency to roll during a cut, causing the blade to "bite'. To avoid this, always use a "V" block or clamp the work to the table. • Cut only one workpiece at a time. • Clear everything except the workpiece and related support devices off the table before turning the saw on. Plan the way you will hondthe workpiece from start to finish. Do not hand hold pieces so small that your fingers will go under the blade guard. Use jigs or fixlures to hold the work and keep your hands away from the blade. Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could cause fingers or hand to move into the blade, DON'T OVERREACH. Keep good Iooting and balance- WHENEVER SAW _S F_U_N[NG° WARNING: Don't let _amiHa_itY (gai_led from freq_ent use o_ yo_Jr ba_d ._.aw) cause a care _ less mistake, A ca_e_e-_s fraction of a second is erlough to cause a severe injury. L.-,-- Beloro £ ar_(_ ' ; _ c', _ watch the sa ',_,_while it runs. !f it .... c _f' ' makes a_ u_q_.mtE4r_o_s(__or vib_ates a !ot, stop imme diate_y Turf t_e sa_, off Ltnpiug the saw. Do not restart unti' finding and correct nO the probLern. KEEP CHK DREN AWAY Keep af_ visitors a safe dis tance from the saw Make .,4;re bystanders are clear of the saw and wc;_kp_Oe DON] FORCL 00! li w J;do the job better and safer at its desiq/_ed _ate f::eed tile workpiece into the saw blade °nY fast enoug-_ to iet it cut w thout bogging dowr_ o_ butdi_ig Before freeing any _ammed materia_ : o Turn switci_ OFF • Remove swiict key - Unpug the saw • Wait fo_ a!t mover g c_arls to stop When backing up the werkpiece, the blade may bind in the kerr (cut), This is usually caused by sawdus_ clogging up the kerr or because the blade comes out of the guides, ff this happens: - ]urn swtt'.:i_ 'OFF' • Remove sw_tc-_ key - Unplug saw • Wait for ai mowng parts to stop. • Open band saw cover , Stick flat biade screwdrive_ or wedge into the kerr - Turn the upper wheel 9y h_lnd while backing up the workpiece Before removing loose pieces from the table, turn saw off and wait for all moving parts to stop. BEFORE LEAVING THE SAW: Wait for al'.movin9 parle to stop Make workshop ci]iid-proof. Lock the shop. Disconnect master swtches Remove the ye!low sv'dtch key. Store it away from children and others not qualified to use the tool _7

A band saw is basically a 'curve cutting" machine. It is also used for straight-line cutting operations such as cross cutting, ripping mitering, beveling, com- pound cutting, and resawing. It is not capable of doing inside cutting, This band saw is designed to cut wood and wood like products only. For general type scroll cutting, follow the pattern ines by pusnlng and turning the workpiece at [ne same time, Don't try to turn the workpiece while engaged in the blade without pushing t: the workpiece could bind or twist the blade, A curve cut _sbest performed by keeping the oattern line in line with the blade while turning the werkp_ece before tne radius of zne curve is cut The blade should cut in the middle of the pattern line _saw kerr', since wood cutting band saw blades are tnln. NOTE: Blade guard is raised and right hand removed for clanty of l_icture only. B_w Kerr / / Workpiece Pattern Line Blade RIGHT - Planning ahead by turning workpiece for cutting a curve NOTE: Blade guard is raised and right hand removed for c_anty of o_cture only. Workpiece Pattern Line Blade WRONG - Not planning ahead for cutting a curve could bind or twist blade if workpiece is forced. NOTE: Blade guard is raised and right hand removed for clarity of picture only. WARNING: To avoid blade contact, adjust the upper guide assembly lo just clear the workpiece. 1. Use both hands while feeding the work into the blade. Hold the workpiece firmly against the table. Use gentle pressure. Do not force the work. but allow the blade to cut. 2. The smallest diameter circle that can be cut out Is determined by the width of the blade. A !14" wide blade will cut a mm_murn diameter of approximate- ly 1-112". A 1t8" wide blade will cut a minimum diameter of approximately 1/2". Relief cuts are made when an intricate curve rtoo small a radius for the blade) is to be cut but. A relief cut _s made oy cutting through me scrap section of workpiece to curve _n pattern line, then carefully backing blade out. Several relief cuts should be made for intricate curves, then follow pattern line as sec- tions are cut off of curve "relieving" blade pressure. Workpiece Blade Relief Cuts Pattern Line NOTE: Blade guard is raised and right hand removed for clarity of picture only. 18

"OFF", remove switch key and remove P_ug from power out_et before maintaining or _ub_'icating your band saw. TIRES Pitch and sawdust that accumulates on the tires should be removed with a stiff brush or scraped off with a piece of wood. Do not use a sharp knife or any kind of solvent, GENERAL Keep your Band Saw clean. Remove sawdust from the inside frequently, Do not allow pitch to accumulate on the table, blade guides, or thrust bearings. Clean them with Craftsman Gum and Pitch Remover, Apply a thin coat of automobile-type wax to the table top so the wood slides easily while cutting, Also apply wax to the inside surfaces of the trunnion. MOTOR!ELECTRQCAL Frequently vacuum or blow out any sawdust from the motor. Wiring O_agt'ar_ L eiack ___Green Ground Screw WARNBNG: ff the power cord is worn, cut, or damaged in any way, have it replaced immediately. WARNING: To avoid fire or e_ec_rocation, reassemb0e eBectric parts with only approved service parts. ReassembSe exactly as originally assembled. LUBRICATION Alt of the BALL BEARINGS are permanent{y iubricab ed. They require no further lubrication. sears recommends the foBtowing accessories Sears may recommend other accessories not listed in manual. See your nearest Sears Store or Catalog Department for other accessories. Do not use any accessory unless you have received and read complete instructions for its use. item Cat, No. Miter Gauge ................................................... 9-24214 Btades (56_7,'8'" length) ............................ See Catalog t eg Set ......................................................... 9-22244 Power Too_Handbook .................................... 9-29117 19

Blade does not run in the approximate center of the upper wheel. Band Saw slows down when cutting, Blades breaking. Saw iS noisy when running. w Blade will not cut straight. Blade guides wtl! not stay in position PROBABLE CAUSE ! Defective On-Off switch. Defective oower cord. 2 Motor Defec_we 1 Not tracking propedy 1. Cutting too small a radius. 2. Dul! blade. 1, Too much tension. 2. Kink in blade caused by cutting too small a radius or turning the material too fast when cutting. 1. Too much blade tension . Blade guides and back-up bearings are in contact with the blade. Blade guides and bearings not properly adjusted. 2. Worn or defective blade. 1. Patch on blade guide threads has deteriorated allowing them to rotate with the blade REMEDY 1 Rep!ace defective parts before using Band Saw again. Consult Sears Service. Any attempt to repair this motor may create a HAZARD unless repa4r is done by a qualified service technician, Repair service is available at your nearest Sears Store. 1. Adjust tracking, see Assemb!y Section, 'Tracking the Blade." 1. Stop feeding, and back up the material sligiqtly, until the band saw speeds up. 2. Replace blade. 1. Adjust tension, See Assembly section "Tensioning The Blade." 2. Use correct cutting technique. See Basic Band Saw Operation Section. 1. Adjust blade tension. See Assembly section "Tensioning The Blade." 2, Adjust upper and lower blade guides and bearings. See assernbly section "Adjusting the Blade Guides and Back-up Bearing." 1. Adjust upper and lower blade guides and bearings. See Assembly section "Adjusting Guides and Back-up Bearing,' 2. Replace blade, t. Replace blade guides 20

2 FIGURE 1 Key I Part No I No: 1 j 820286 2 t STD60110L_ 3 817899 4 STD502502 820279 82O281 7 820284 Description Guard Biade - Scr Pan HD TY TT 10 32 x 3/8 Sc_ Soc Set 12 Dog Pt 1420 x 12 * Scr Soc Set 1 4-20 × !_4 Suport Guide Sha_ w/Bearing Slide Upper FIGURE 2 No j __ No. I , 60530 I 2 1817935 3 [ 820874 4 817915 5 815865-2 6 817149 Description Scr Truss 1 4-20 × 58 Table Nut Wing Low Profile , 4-=L, Trunnion Scr Hx Hd TYTT 14-20 x.8 Scr Locking Set 1 4-20 21

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FIGURE 1 Part No. Description 820288 STD541031 STD551131 820269 816087 818146 820266 9-28137 9-26653 817911 817453-2 820287 817943 STD551037 820277 STD541025 STD55! 225 STD551025 820265 STD522507 STD55 ! 210 STD541 t 10 STD532510 Pin Hinge Nut, Hex 5/16-18 Lockwasher 5/16 Support Wheel Scr Tr Cr Hd 1/4-20 x 1/2 Washer Nylon Wheel Idler (Includes Key No. !0) * Wrench, Hex L 1/8 1"Band Saw Blade 56-7/8 BandsawTire Retaining Ring Cover Front (Includes Key No. 46) * Nut 3/8-16 L.H * Washer 3/8 x 3/4 x 1/32 Wheel Drive (Includes Key No. 10) * Nut, Hex 1/4-20 * Lockwasher 1/4 *Washer 17/64 x 1 x 1/16 Foot Frame * Screw Hex Hd 1/4-20 x 3/4 * Lockwasher Int N!0 * Nut, Hex !0-32 * Bolt Crge 1/4-20xl 1-Stock Item - May Be Secured Through The Hardware Catalog Order Houses. *Standard Hardware Item - May Be Purchased Locally. Key No 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 Part NO. STD502502 820272 STD532525 820088 817944 STD511103 820493 816464 813989 1 STD375006 820273 9-22256 816113 STD600803 820274 61400 817149 820276 69164 STD512505 820261 821157 SP5492 Description Screw Soc. Set 1/4-20 x !/4 Spring Blade Tension Bolt Crge 1/4-20 x 2-1/2 Catch Blade Tension Indicator Bevel Screw Pan HD 10-32 x 3/8 Clip Hose Latch Cover Cord w/Plug Connector Wire Motor -Key Switch Switch Locking Screw Pan HD TY "TT" 8-32 x 3/8 Capacitor Knob 1-3/8 Dia. Screw Lock Set 1/4-20 Plate Cover Relief-Strain Screw Pan HD t/4-20 x 1/2 Frame Gasket Owners Manual (Not Illustrated) Department Of Most Sears Retail Stores Or ¢n

REPAIRPARTS Now that you have purchased your 10nch Band Saw should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service Center and most Sears, Roebuck and Co stores Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or vist lhe model number of your 10-Inch Band Saw will be found on a plate located on the back of the Band Saw below the motor. WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS,ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: PARTNUMBER PARTDESCRIPTION MODEL NUMBER 113,244500 NAME OF ITEM 10-Inch Band Saw A!l parts listed may be ordered from any Sears Service Center and most Sears stores, if the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling. Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A. Part No, SP5492 Form No. SP5492-2 Printed in Taiwan 10/91