OPERATOR'S MANUAL 19,2 VOLT CORDLESS JiG SAW VARIABLE SPEED/ORBITAL Model No. 315.115690 _ BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SOLD SEPARATELY WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using this product. Customer Sears, Help Line: 1-800-932-3188 Roebuck Visit the Craftsman and Co., 3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA web page: www.sears.
[] Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................................... 2 [] Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................... 2 [] General Safety Rules ..............................................................................................................
,_ WARNING! Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may shock, fire and/or serious injury. tool" in all of the warnings listed mains-operated (corded) power ated (cordless) power tool. SAVE THESE result in electric The term "power below refers to your tool or battery-oper- INSTRUCTIONS PERSONAL SAFETY [] Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool.
[] Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the power tooi's operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools. [] Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. [] Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
[] 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 also make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator. [] 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. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
Someofthefollowingsymbolsmaybeusedonthis product.Pleasestudythemandlearntheirmeaning.Proper interpretation ofthesesymbolswillallowyouto operatethe productbetterandsafer. SYMBOL NAME DESIG NATIO N/EXPLANATIO N V Volts Voltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) W Watt Power Minutes Time Alternating Current Type of current Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current no No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load [] Class II Tool Double-insulated ...
Thefollowingsignalwordsandmeanings areintendedto explainthe levelsof riskassociated withthisproduct. SYMBOL _, SIGNAL MEANING DANGER: Indicatesanimminently hazardous situation,which,if notavoided,will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous result in death or serious injury. situation, which, if not avoided, could CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous result in minor or moderate injury.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Length of Stroke ........................................................... Strokes Per Minute ......................................... Switch .......................................................... 1 in. 0-2,100/min. Variable Speed Blade Clamp ........................................................... Cutting Angle ................................ 0 ° to 45 °, Left and Right Orbital Motion .................................................... 4 Positions Laser Guide ......
KNOWYOURJIG SAW LOCK-OFF See Figure 1. Your saw is equipped with a lock-off button which reduces the possibility of accidental starting. The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator's manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.
TO INSTALL d_lLWARNING:Donotallowfamiliaritywithtoolsto makeyoucareless.Remember thata careless fractionofa secondissufficientto inflictserious injury. BATTERY PACK See Figure 2. [] Lock the switch trigger by placing the rotation selector in the center position. [] Place the battery pack on the tool. _ [] Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap into place and the battery pack is secured on the tool before beginning operation.
TO iNSTALLBLADES See Figure 3. [] Remove battery pack. SAW gLADE [] Lift blade clamp lock/release lever located on front of saw. [] Insert saw blade between blade clamp and saw bar as far as possible. [] Release and lock blade clamp lever, [] Replace battery pack. BLADESTORAGECOMPARTMENT BLADE SELECTION Fig. 4 HEX KEY STORAGE To obtain the best performance from the saw, it is important to select a specific blade for the particular application and type of material you wish to cut.
LOCK-OFF BUTTON SWITCHTRIGGER See Figure 7. The lock-off button is located on the handle above the LOCK-0FF BUTTON switch trigger. You must depress the lock-off button in order to pull the switch trigger. The lock resets each time the trigger is released. NOTE: You can depress the lock-off button from either the left or right side. SWITCH / TRIGGER See Figure 7. To turn the saw ON, depress and hold lock-off button, then depress the switch trigger. To turn it OFF, release the switch trigger.
ANGLE CUTTING (BEVEL CUTTING) See Figures 9 - 10. 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 both the left and right side of the base. Notches on the rear of the base provide positive stops at each of the above mentioned 15° increments. A protractor is recommended when accurate cuts are required. PLUNGE CUTTING [] Remove the battery pack. [] Using the 1/8 in.
SPLINTER-FREECUTTING See Figures 13- 14. The base of the jig 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. NOTE: The non-orbital setting also helps reduce splintering when cutting plywood. POSITIONING BASE CUTTING POSITION IN THE SPLINTER-FREE SETSCALEAT 0° FOR SPLINTER-FREECUTTING [] Remove the battery pack. [] Using the 1/8 in.
_t_ WARNING: Useof controlsor adjustments or performanceofprocedures otherthanthosespecified hereincouldresultinhazardous radiationexposure. ADJUSTINGTHE LASER See Figure 16. The laser can be realigned by adjusting the two screws located in the front of the saw. The top screw moves the laser beam laterally from left to right. The bottom screw moves the laser beam in a rotational direction.
BATTERIES ThisproductwillacceptDieHard_ 19.2Vlithium-ionbatterypacksandCraftsman 19.2Vnickel-cadmium battery packs. Thebatteriesforthisproducthavebeendesigned to providemaximumtrouble-free life.However, like allbatteries,theywilleventually wearout.Donot disassemble batterypackandattemptto replacethe batteries.Handlingofthesebatteries,especiallywhen wearingringsandjewelry,couldresultina seriousburn.
-- CRAFTSMAN 19,2 VOLT CORDLESS JIG SAW - MODEL NO, 315,115690 -- J i number he model in allnumber correspondence will be found regarding on a plate your attached CORDLESS to the JIGmotor SAW or housing. when ordering Always mention repair parts. the model | SEE BACK Key No. 1 Number PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING Part Description PARTS LiST Qty. Key No. INSTRUCTIONS 550432001 Part Description Qty. Rubber Tube .................................... 1 8 671314002 Blade Guard .....................
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