Owner's Manual ICRRFTSMRN'I TWO SPEED SABRE SAW Double Insulated Model No. 315.172300 Save this manual future reference "_ CAUTION: for Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.
TABLE OF CONTENTS • Table Of Contents .......................................................................................................................................... • General Safety Rules .................................................................................................................................. • Specific Safety Rules/Symbols • Features .................................................................................................................................
ToolUseandCare • Useclampsor anotherpracticalwayto secure andsupportthe workpieceto a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control. • • Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed. 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.
Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator. Additional Rules for Safe Operation • Know your power tool. Read operator's manual carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential • hazards related to this tool.
SYMBOLS SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION V Volts Voltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency W Watt Power min Minutes Time •%, Alternating no ] .../min Current Type or a characteristic No Load Speed Rotational Class Designates Construction II Construction Revolutions or Reciprocation Per Minute Safety Alert Symbol speed, Revolutions, surface _IL (cycles per second) Indicates It means involved.
KNOW YOUR SAW ELECTRICAL See Figure 1. CONNECTION Your saw has a precision-built electric motor. It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only (normal household current). Do not operate this tool on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and overheating. If your tool does not operate when plugged into an outlet, double-check the power supply.
Your saw has been shipped completely assembled except for the blade. Inspect it carefully to make sure no breakage or damage has occurred during shipping. If any parts are damaged or missing, contact your nearest Sears retail store to obtain replacement parts before attempting to operate saw. A blade and this owner's manual are also included. _, WARNING: If any parts are missing, do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced.
_. BLADE WARNING: Before connecting your saw to the power supply source, always check to be sure it is not in lock-on position (depress and release switch trigger). Failure to do so could result in accidental starting of your saw, resulting in possible serious injury. Also, do not lock the trigger on jobs where your saw may need to be stopped suddenly. TWO SPEED STORAGE See Figure 5. A convenient feature on your saw is a blade storage area.
GENERAL CU'n'ING SCROLL CUTTING See Figure 6. See Figure 7. Rest the front of the saw base on the workpiece and align cutting edge of the blade with the line on your workpiece. Make sure the power cord is out of your way and not in the line of cut. Start your saw and move it forward on the work surface. Apply downward pressure to keep the saw steady and only enough forward pressure to keep the blade cutting.
ANGLE CUTTING See Figure 8. PLUNGE CUTTING See Figure9. (Bevel Cutting) Bevel cutting angles may be adjusted from 0 ° to 45 ° right or left. Angles for cuts from 0 ° to 45 ° in 15° increments are marked on a scale on the front of the saw base. A protractor is recommended when accurate cuts are required. • Using a screwdriver, loosen the base pivot screw until the base can move freely in slot in base.
SPLINTER-FREECUTTING SLIDEBASE TO THE REAR See Figure 10. BASE PIVOTSCREW CLAMPPLATE The base of your saw has a narrow slot to permit splinter-free cutting. It is especially useful when cutting plywood. This feature should only be used when making straight cuts or circle cuts. It is not for bevel cutting or plunge cutting. HOW TO POSITION BASE IN THE SPLINTER-FREE CUTTING POSITION: • _, Unplug your saw.
TO INSTALL BLADES OPTIONAL FLUSH CUTTING See Figure 11. Flush cutting blades should be used when making close or flush cuts to the walls. • _i, • • • • Unplug your saw. WARNING: Failure to unplug your saw could result in accidental starting causing possible serious injury. BLADE Using a screwdriver, loosen base pivot screw and rotate base 180 ° as shown in figure 11. SCREW Slide base all the way to the rear of saw making sure base pivot screw is in alignment with center notch in base.
GENERAL DOUBLE All parts represent an important part of the double insulation system and should be serviced only by a qualified Sears service technician. Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded. Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts.
Thefollowingrecommended accessories arecurrentlyavailableat Searsretailstores. • Bi-MetalBlades • MetalCuttingBlades • BladeAssortmentSets • WoodCuttingBlades • FineScrollingBlades • General Purpose Blades _i, WARNING: ,_ WARNING: • EdgeGuide(ItemNo.9-27959) The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous. The operation of any saw can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.
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CRAFTSMAN [ SABRE SAW - MODEL NUMBER 315.172300 I The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your SABRE SAW or when ordering repair parts. SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS PARTS LIST Key No. PaN Number Description 1 974751-001 Data Plate ............................................................... 1 2 974752-001 Logo Plate .......................................................
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