Operator's Manual ® 10 in. TABLE SAW WiTH STAND Model No, 137.218030 CAUTION: Before using this Table Saw, read this manual and follow all its Safety Rules and Operating instructions Customer Help For Technical Visit our Craftsman Support website: o e Operation Maintenance • Parts List Repair Parts Center 1-800-488-1222 and Co., Hoffman Part No. 137218030001 Safety Instructions Installation Sears Line 1-800-843-1682 Sears, Roebuck e • Estates, www.sears.
SECTION PAGE Warranty ........................................ 2 Product Specifications ....................... 2 Power Tool Safety ............................. 3 Table Saw Safety .................................. 4 Electrical Requirements and Safety ...... 5 Accessories and Attachments .............. 6 Tools Needed For Assembly ................ 6 Carton Contents .................................... 6 ONE=YEAR SECTION Know Your Table Saw ........................... Glossary of Terms ....................
GENERAL SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS Read and understand all the instructions below before using the power tool. These safety instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition that could occur. As with any power tool, common sense, vigilance and due care must be used. READ and become familiar with this entire Operator's Manual. LEARN the tool's applications, limitations and possible hazards. 2. [A wAn.I.GJ Look for this symbol that identifies important safety precautions.
ALWAYS USE SAW BLADE GUARD, splitter and anti-kickback pawls for every through-sawing operation. Through-sawing operations are those in which the blade cuts completely through the workpiece when ripping or crosscutting. Always be sure blade guard is tightened securely. 2. 3. 4. you) by keeping the blade sharp, the rip fence parallel to the saw blade and by keeping the splitter, anti-kickback pawls and guards in place, aligned ALWAYS HOLD WORK FIRMLY against the miter gauge or rip fence.
GROUNDING iNSTRUCTiONS tN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric currents and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electrical cord that has an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED.
RECOMMENDED [_ WARNING ACCESSORIES UNPACKING I Visit your Sears Hardware Department or see the Craftsman Power and Hand Tools Catalog to purchase recommended accessories for this power tool. AND CHECKING CONTENTS Separate all parts from packing materials. Check each part with the illustration on the next page and the "Table of Loose Parts" to make certain all items are accounted for, before discarding any packing material.
UNPACKING YOUR TABLE SAW 1 A H G E L t J o I o K M [1 G i [1 i O [1 [1 P t
Blade guard Miter gauge Side table extension Rip fence _ Table insert Table Left extension fence Right extension fence Extension fence lock knob Blade bevel lock knob Blade tilt pointer Blade tilting handwheel Blade tilt scale Blade elevation handwheel ON/OFF switch with safety key Overload reset switch - Rip fence storage hook Miter gauge storage Stand Front stand mounting holes Anti-kickback pawls Blade Splitter Splitter bracket Blade wrenches Rear mounting holes
ANTFKICKBACK PAWLS- Prevents theworkpiece frombeingkickedupwardor backtowardthefrontof the tablesawbythespinningblade. OVERLOAD RESETSWITCH - Resetsthe thermocouple andprovidesa wayto restartthesaw motorif it overloads oroverheats. ARBOR- Theshaftonwhichthebladeordadois mounted. PUSHSTICK- Specialaccessory thatis usedtopush workpieces whenperforming rippingoperations. BEVELCUT- Ananglecutmadethroughthefaceof theworkpiece. RESIN- A stickysapthathashardened.
ASSEMBLESTAND(FIG.A) 1. Unpackallpartsandgroupbytypeandsize(Fig.A). Referto partslistforquantities. 2. Attachonelonguppersupport(P)totopofleg(S) usingonesquareneckbolt(1)andnut(2). NOTE: • Aligndetentsinstandlegwithsupportbracketsto ensureproperfit. • Donottightenboltsuntilstandis properly aligned(seestep#8 beforetightening). 3. Attachotherendof longuppersupporttotopof anotherlegusingonesquareneckboltandnut. 4. Attachonelongbottomsupport(R)tocenterofeach legusingsquareneckboltsandnuts.
STORAGE (FIG. B=f, FiG. B-2) Rip fence and miter gauge 1. Storage bracket for the rip fence (1) is located on the right side of the stand. 2. Storage bracket for the miter gauge (2) is located on the left side of the stand. Fig. C SQUARE CUTOUT _-- 2 1 Fig. B-f I,AWARNING ! Failure to provide the sawdust fall=through hole for use of the saw when mounted to a work surface and not the stand will cause sawdust to build up in the motor area, which may result in fire or cause motor damage. Fig.
RiPFENCE(FIG.F) 1. Threadthefencehandle(1)intothecamhole(2) untiltight.Securebytightening thenut(5)against thefencehead. 2. Liftupwardonthe ripfencehandle(1)sothe rear clamp(3)isfullyextended. 3. Placetheripfenceonthesawtableengagingthe rearclamptotherearofthetablefirst,thenlowerthe frontendontothetable(4). 4. Pushdownonthefencehandle(1)to lock. 2. Raise the blade arbor (4) (Fig. H) to the maximum height by turning the blade raising handwheel counterclockwise. 3.
BLADEGUARDASSEMBLY (FIG. 1. 2. 3. J, K, L) Set the blade to maximum height and the tilt to zero degrees on the bevel scale with the hand wheels. Lock the blade bevel lock knob. kickback pawls and guards in place, aligned and functioning. Do not release work before passing it completely beyond the saw blade. Do not rip work that is twisted, warped or does not have a straight edge to guide it along the fence. Do not attempt to reverse out of a cut with the blade running.
ADJUSTMENT iNSTRUCTiONS RiP FENCE ADJUSTMENT (FIG. P) 1. The fence (1) is moved by lifting up on the locking handle (2) and sliding the fence to the desired location. Pushing down on the handle locks the fence in position. 2. Position the fence on the table and along one edge of the miter gauge grooves. 3. Lock the fence handle. The fence should be parallel with the miter gauge groove. 4.
[A WARNING I BLADE TILT POINTER 1. When the blade is positioned at 90 °, adjust the blade tilt pointer to read 0° on the scale. 2. Loosen the mounting screw, position pointer over 0 ° and tighten the screw. NOTE: Make a trial cut on scrap wood before making critical cuts. Measure for exactness. To avoid injury from an accidental start, make sure the switch is in the OFF position and the plug is not connected to the power source outlet. ADJUSTING THE 90 ° AND 45 ° POSITIVE STOPS (FIG.
ADDITIONAL BLADE ADJUSTMENTS (FIG. T) TOOLS REQUIRED size flat blade screwdriver and gently pry the front of the blade alignment rod to the RIGHT or LEFT. Simultaneously measure the distance at the front and • • • • rear of the blade to an edge of a miter slot. When the distances are with in 1/64 in. or closer, tighten both front blade alignment rod strap bolts (3) while holding the rod firmly in place.
or low voltage, tf the motor stops during operation, turn the ON / OFF switch to the OFF position. Wait for the motor to cool for approximately 10 minutes. Push in on the reset button (3) and turn the switch to the ON position. BASIC SAW OPERATIONS RAISE THE BLADE (FIG, U) To raise or lower the blade, turn the blade elevation handwheel (1) to the desired blade height. NOTE: When sawing, only raise the blade to 1/8 in. higher than the workpiece being cut.
CUTTING OPERATIONS 3. Place the workpiece flat on the table and against the There are two basic types of cuts: ripping and crosscutting. Ripping is cutting along the length and with the grain of the workpiece. Crosscutting is cutting either across the width or across the grain of the workpiece. fence. Keep the workpiece about 1 in. away from the blade. 4. Turn the saw ON and wait for the blade to come up to speed. Neither ripping nor crosscutting may be done safely freehand.
BEVELRiPPiNG Thiscutis thesameasa ripcutexceptthebladebevel angleis settoanangleotherthan"0". [_ WARNING 4. Start the saw and wait for the blade (1) to come up to full speed. Never stand directly in line of the saw blade path, but always stand to the side of the blade that you are cutting on. 5. Keep the workpiece (2) against the face of the miter I Cut only with the workpiece right side of the blade. and the fence on the gauge (3) and flat against the table.
Fig,AA MiTERiNG 00~45° MITER ANGLE (FIG, CC) This sawing operation is the same as crosscutting except the miter gauge is locked at an angle other than 90 °. 1. Set the blade (1) to 0 ° bevel angle and tighten the blade bevel lock knob. 2. Set the miter gauge (3) at the desired miter angle and lock in position by tightening the miter gauge locking handle. 3. Hold the workpiece (2) firmly against the face of the miter gauge throughout the cutting operation. COMPOUND MITER CROSSCUTTING (FIG.
DADO CUTS (FIG. EE) [_1_ WARNING • Only Stackabie Fig. EE I dado blades can be used on this IIMII SaW, IIIII i_ ].,N • • DO NOT use Adjustable or Wobble type dadoes. Maximum dado cut width is 1_ in. ,;fH / 1. A dado table insert must be purchased separately fl/Ifl, for this saw to accept a dado blade. Remove saw blade and blade guard and blade insert for dado cuts ONLY. Reinstall and realign blade guard for 2. all through- sawing operations. Install a dado not exceeding 6 in.
MAiNTAiNiNG YOUR TABLE SAW Fig. FF 3 2 GENERAL MAINTENANCE IA WARNING I Before maintaining or lubricating the saw, turn switch off, remove the switch key, and unplug the SaW. 1. Clean out all sawdust that has accumulated inside the saw cabinet and the motor. 2. Polish the saw table with an automotive wax to keep it clean and to make it easier to slide the workpiece. 3. Clean cutting blades with pitch and gum remover. 4. Immediately replace a worn, cut, or damaged power cord.
WARNING I To avoid injury from an accidental start, turn the switch OFF remove the switch key and always remove the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, = If for any reason the motor will not run, contact Sears Service Center at 1-800-4-MY=HOME®. SYMPTOM Saw will not start. POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. 2. Saw not plugged in. Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. 3. 4. Cord damaged. Debris in on/off switch 3. 4. Replace power cord. Remove switch key from the switch.
10 in. TABLE SAW MODEL NO. 137.218030 [A WARNING J When servicing use only CRAFTSMAN replacement parts. Use of any other parts many create a HAZARD or cause product damage. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this Table Saw may create a HAZARD unless repair is done by a qualified service technician. Repair service is available at your nearest Sears Service Center, PARTS LIST FOR TABLE SAW SCHEMATIC I. D. NO Description 0K91 CR. WRENCH 0KA4 CR.RE.
10 in. TABLE SAW MODEL NO. 137.218030 SCHEMATIC J \ \ // \ \/ 27X7 267K2 KCY4 0J764 0LMG 2F96 2FGZ 0J76 OGIU4 / / _/ Oqq _0BPA 0B2C OKA4 2 _,OSTQ O JET OKQJ 0B3R 0B9M6 0J9H oBgc 6 _OKRQs 0K25 )KMS I < OKMR OKJO_ OJED AU_ OBAT "_'J 2"_NJ.
10 in. TABLE SAW MODEL PARTS LiST AND SCHEMATIC NO. 137.218030 FOR MOTOR I. D. NO. 0HX9 Description NEEDLE BEARING Size 0JX3 HEX. SOC. SETSCREW M5"0.8-8 2 0K3A CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW & WASHER M5"0.8-30 4 0K71 CR. RE. TRUSSHD. SCREW M5"0.8-8 2 0KCP CR. RE.
10 in. TABLE SAW PARTS LiST AND SCHEMATIC MODEL NO. 137.218030 FOR STAND I. D. NO. 09D6 Description FOOT PAD 0BBN 0EB2 HOOK LONG BOTTOM SUPPORT BRACKET 0EBB 0J4F Qty Size 4 #06 ] 2 SHORT BOTTOM SUPPORT BRACKET #06 2 FLAT WASHER q_SX16-2.5 4 0g4g FLAT WASHER 4 0JPC 0JPP HEX. HD. BOLT HEX. HD. BOLT q_] 0X20-2 M6'1.0-12 MS* 1.25-30 0JPX HEX. HD. BOLT M10"1.5-20 4 4 0KMU HEX. NUT M10"1.5 4 0KRQ SERRATED TOOTHED HEXAGON FLANGE NUT M6* 1.
PUSH STICK CONSTRUCTION This is a full-size drawing (actual size) Use good quality plywood or solid wood Use 1/2 in. or 3/4 in. material Push stick MUST be thinner than the width / / of material being cut / / Drill Hole For Hanging / Notch To Prevent Hand From Slipping i / / / / // Cut Here To Push 1/2 in. Wood Cut Here To Push 3/4 in.
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