Owner's Manual P R O F E S S I 0 N A L I 2-.in-1 Handle Scrolling Sabre Saw w,th Laser Trac ® Model No. 320.27245 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., Hoffmen Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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L_WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructionsin this manual before using the sabre saw. Failure to follow all instructions may result in hazardous red at on exposure, electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR LASER This CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL Sabre Saw has a built-in laser light. The lasar is a Class Ilia and emits output power of a maximum 2.5roW and 650nm wavelengths. These lasers do not normally present an optical hazard.
8. DO NOT attempt to modify the performance of this laser device in any way. This may result in a dangerous exposure to laser radiation. 9. For further information regarding lasers, refer to ANSI - Z136.1 The STANDARD FOR THE SAFE USE OF LASERS, available from the Laser Institute of Amedca (407) 380-1553. Z_WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructionsin this manual before using the sabre saw.
SAFETY SYMBOLS The purpose of safety symbolsis to attractyour attention to possibledangers.The safety symbols,and the explanationswith them, deserveyour carefulattentionand understanding. The safetywarningsDO NOT by themselveseliminateany danger.The instructionsand warningstheygive are no substitutesfor properaccidentpreventionmeasures. SYMBOL MEANING //_ SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:with Indicatesdanger,warningor caution. May be used in conjunction othersymbolsor pictographs.
SAFETY RULES FOR SABRE SAWS cent. 5. ALWAYS hold tool by insulated gripping surfaceswhen performing an eperation where the cuttingtool may contacthiddenwiringor its own cord.Contact with a 'live" wire wilt make the exposedmetal parts of the tool "live" and shockthe operator. 6. ALWAYS use blades that have the correctsize and shape, Bladesthat do not match the mountinghardware of the saw willrun erraticallyand willcause lossof control. 7.
ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION cent, 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 currentthat yourtoolwill draw.A wire gauge(AWG) of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 25 feet or less in length.When workingoutdoors,ALWAYS use an extension cord that is suitable for outdoor use. The cord's jacket will be marked WA.
The label on your tool may include the following symbols. V..................................................... Volts A .................................................... Amperes Hz .................................................. Hertz W................................................... Watts min ................................................ Minutes _, .................................................. Alternating current no ................................................. No-load speed [] ......
KNOWYOUR SABRE SAW (See Fig.1 & Fig.2) Yoursabre saw has many built-inconveniencefeatures for fast, efficientcutting,These features includethe laser beam that projectsa line of light along the cuttingline for accurate cutting.It has scrollingfeature that allows the blade to be rotated 360 °, ideal for cuttingcurves and detailed work.
/'1",CAUTION! The blade guide supports the blade when cutting and must at all times I rest against the back edge of the blade except when in the scrollingmode. It should rotate free y. I TURN POWER "ON-OFF" WHEN USING AS A BARREL GRIP SABRE SAW (Fig. 3) 1. Connect the power cord of your saw to a standard householdpower outlet. 2, Turn your saw 'ON' bysliding the "ON-OFF" switchforward until it 'clicks' into the start position (Fig. 3). 3.
TURN POWER ON-OFFWHEN USING AS ATOP HANDLE GRIP SABRE SAW (Fig. 6) 1. Connect the power cord of your saw to a standard householdpower outlet. 2. Start the tool by squeezingthe "ON-OFF" triggerswitch (C) (Fig. 6). Fig, 6 3. Release the trigger switchto stop the tool. 4. If you press in on either side of the lock-on button(locatedon both sides of the top handle (D) while the triggerswitch is depressed, the trigger switchremains in the "locked-on"operatingposition.
Z_WARNING! Failureto unplug the saw from the power source when assembling parts, I makingadjustments or changingblades could I FIg. 8 resultin accidental starting causing possible seriousinjury. TOOL-LESS BLADE INSTALLATION (Fig. 6, 0) The tool-less blade change controlallows you to remove and replace the saw blade quickly and easily withoutthe use of additional tools. 1. Place your fingeron the lower edge of the see-throughblade guard and pull forward until it locks in place (Fig. 8). 2.
TURNTHE LASER LIGHT "ON/OFF' (Fig. 10) Your sabre saw has a built-in laser light. To activate laser light, plug in your sabre saw. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR LASER This saw has a built-in laser light. The laser is a Class Ilia and emits output power of a maximum 2.5roW and 650nm wavelengths. These lasers do not normally present an optical hazard. However, DO NOT stare at the beam because it can cause flash blindness. IMPORTANT: The following label is on your saw.
ORBITAL ACTION ORBIT CONTROL LEVER (Fig. 11) This saw has an orbital control that allows you to choose the best cutting action for your material. Simply turn the lever to the position you need for the type of cut you are making. To increase orbit action, turn the lever to a higher setting. To decrease orbital action turn the lever to a lower setting. When minimal splintering desired, we recommend using the "Smooth" position. 1.
ORBIT CONTROL LEVER cont. SCROLLING CONTROL FEATURE (Fig.12) Choose the scrolling position for normal up and down motion (see Position 1), Position1 SCROLLING in all rnaterlals The scrollingfeature allows the blade to be rotated 360 °. It is ideal for cutting curves and detailed work. 1. To engage the scrolling function, move the Orbit/Scrolling lever to the SCROLLING position,see Fig. 11, page 15. 2. Grasp the scrolling control knob (Fig. 12). 3.
WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories that are not recommended might be dangerous. 2-WAY SAWDUST REMOVAL Your sabre saw is equipped with a 2-way (vacuum and blower) sawdust removal system. Use the detachable vacuum adapter (dust port) shown in (Fig. 13) for removing dust and chips from the immediate work space to help keep the cutting line clear. 1. Switch the Vacuum/Blower knob (Fig.
CUTTING METAL When cutting metal ALWAYS clamp down the metal workpiece. Be extremely careful to move the saw very slowly as you cut. Use slower speeds (Position 1,2 or 3 on the Variable Speed Dial). DO NOT twist, bend or force the blade. If the saw jumps or bounces as you cut, change to a blade with finer teeth. If the blade begins to clog when cutting soft metal, change to a blade with coarser teeth.
I Z_ BEFORE WARNING: making Toany avoid adjustments accidents,orALWAYS attaching disconnectthe accessories. tool from the power source Z_ WARNING; DO NOT let familiarity with your saw make you careless, Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficientto cause severe injury. Z_ WARNING! ALWAYS wear safety goggles or safety glasses when operating this tool. PLUNGE CUTTING (Fig. 16) Plunge cutting is useful and time-saving for making roughopenings in soft materials.
TO ADJUST BASE PLATE FOR BEVEL CUTTING (Figs. 17, 18) mechanism MUST BE locked in place with the cutting edge of the blade facing the front I of_ the CAUTION: To prevent damage to the tool when angle or bevel cutting, the scroll tool. 1. To adjust the cutting angle, first turn the tool upside down and loosen the hex screw that secures the blade guide assembly located on the underside of the tool using the hex key provided (Fig. 17). 2. Loosen the hex screw securing the base plate.
THE EDGE GUIDE (Fig. 19) This accessory (included) is used for straightcutting: 1. Insert the bar of the edge guide through the slots in the base of the sabre saw (See Fig.19) It can be insertedfrom either side of the base withthe edge guide facing down. 2. Screw the edge guide locking knob intothe threaded hole in the base to tighten the edge guide bar in place. 3. Once the edge guide is attached, measurethe distancefrom the edge of the workpieceto the line-of-cut. 4.
SERVICE Z_WARNING: Preventivemaintenance performedby unauthorizedpersonnelmay resultin misplacing of internalwires and components, whichcould cause a serious hazard. 1. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructionsin the maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electrical shock or serious personal injury. 2.
PROBLEM Laser line is not projected USE SOLL ITION Laser/LED switch is not in "LASER LINE" Make sure to plug in tool and position or the tool isn't plugged in. Laser/LED switch is in "LASER LINE" position. Laser line is hard to see Working condition is too bright Use laser enhancing glasses LED lamp does not light Laser/LED switch is Make sure that plug in tool and Laser/LED switch is in "LED" The scrolling control cannot be turned, not in "LED" position or the tool isn't plugged in.
The following recommended accessories are currently available at your local Sears Store. !_WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories that are not recommended might be dangerous and could result in serious injury. I I EXTENSION CORDS Sears offers a Large selection of extension cords that help extend your working range. The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power.
SABRE SAW WITH LASER TRAC - MODEL NUMBER 320-27245 The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate. Always mention the Model Number in all correspondence ol No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Part No. L01311903B L01311902B L00311906A L00311907A DSJS1901 L07311901A L09311901A L07311903A DSJS1902 DSJS1903 L04310904A L04311911A L04311912A T.02.3.
SABRE SAW WITH LASER TRAC - MODEL NUMBER 320-27245 The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate. Always mention the Model Number in all correspondence regarding your tool. Io No. 54 55 56 57 58 59 6O 61 62 63 54 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 Part No.
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