v For Future Reference r ,9__ARS owners manual MODEL NO. 113.244530 VARIABLE SPEED 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. ___AIRS / r.RRFT$ MRN_._ FOR YOUR SAFETY: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY VARIABLESPEED 10-1NCH BAND SAW • assembly • operating • repair parts Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, Part No. SP5620 IL 60684 U.S.A.
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN BAND SAW If within one year from the date of purchase, this Craftsman Band Saw fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of charge. WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES. This warranty applies only while this product is used in the United States.
if anypartis missing,bent,or brokenin anyway,or anyelectricalpartdoesn'tworkproperly, turnthesaw off andunplugthe saw.REPLACEdamaged,missing,orfailedpartsbeforeusingthesawagain. MAINTAIN TOOLSWITHCARE.Keepthesawclean forbestandsafestperformance. REMOVEADJUSTINGKEYSAND WRENCHES fromtoolbeforeturningit 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 19).
Plan the way you will hold the workpiece start to finish. from Before freeing any jammed material: • Push switch "OFF". Do not hand hold pieces so small that your fingers will go under the blade guard. Use jigs or fixtures to hold the work and keep your hands away from the blade. • Lock the switch. • Unplug the saw. • Wait for all moving parts to stop. Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could cause fingers or hand to move into the blade.
i motor specifications and electrical requirements This machine is designed to use, and is wired for operation on 120 volts, 60 Hz., alternating current. This plug requires a mating 3-conductor grounded type outlet as shown. CAUTION: A direct current motor is used in this I saw. Changes to the internal wiring will create a I fire hazard and may also create a shock hazard. I For replacement motor and control board refer to parts list in this manual.
contents POWER TOOL WARRANTY ..................................... 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BAND SAW ............. 2 GLOSSARY OF TERMS FOR WOODWORKING .....4 MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS AND ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS .................................................. 5 UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS ............. 6 ASSEMBLY Mounting Band Saw to Workbench ........................ 7 Installing the Table ................................................. 8 Installing the Blade ......................................
A ITEM TABLE OF LOOSE PARTS QTY. A B C Basic saw assembly .......................... Owners Manual ................................. Loose Parts Bag Containing the following parts: Wing Nut 1/4-20 x 5/8 ........................ Screw, Truss Hd. 1/4-20 .................... Wrench, Hex "L" 1/8 .......................... Bevel Indicator ................................... Screw, Pan Cross 10-32 x 3/8 ........... Washer 17/64 x 1 x 1/16 .................... 1 1 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-28 x 1 .................
assembly An alternate method of mounting is to fasten band saw to a mounting board. The board should be of sufficient size to avoid tipping of saw while in use. Any good grade of plywood or chipboard with a 3/4" minimum thickness is recommended. (Thinner chipboard can break.) Once the saw is mounted, securely clamp the board to the workbench using "C" clamps. 24" MIN. ± 18" MIN.
INSTALLING THE BLADE Upper Slide Lock Knob WARNING: Push the on-off knob off, lock with J padlock, and unplug saw before removing or I installing blade. Upper Guide I Assembly Blade Guard 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 located on the left side of the band saw. 3.
7. The upper wheel needs to be placed in its lowest 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. CAUTION: To avoid being scraped, if the blade should suddenly uncoil, wear safety goggles. Carefully uncoil the blade holding it at arms length. Tension Catch Tension Wheel Idler Wheel 8. Uncoil the blade. Slot in Table 9.
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 tension for a 1/4" blade. Tension Lock Knob NOTE: If using an 1/8" blade the tension assembly should be positioned one to two notches 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: Letting the blade teeth hit the blade guides while using the band saw will ruin the blade. The set of the teeth and the sharpened edge of the teeth would be damaged. Proper adjustment of the upper and lower blade guide assemblies will prevent this from happening. 5. Adjust the blade 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.
7. Locatethe bevelindicatorand 10-32x 3/8"long panheadscrewin loosepartsbag. 8. Usea #2 phillipsscrewdriverto attachthe bevel indicatorto the backof the frame,in the small recessbelowthe trunnion,with the 10-32x 3/8" screw. 9. Alignthe bevelindicatorwiththe "0"degreemark onthetrunnionandtightenthescrew. Bevel Indicator INSTALLING THE HOSE CLIP 1. Locate the Hose Clip in the loose Identify the barbs on the clip. parts bag. Barbs 2.
getting to know your band saw Cover Frame Tension Catch 9 Wrench Holder 2 Upper Slide Lock Knob Blade Guard 6 Tracking Adjustment Set Screw Table 5 Tension Lock Knob 8 Cover Hinges Blade 1 Blade Guides Base 10 Speed Control/ On-Off Knob 7 Sawdust Trunnion Ejection Port 4 Bevel Scale NOTE: Cover shown open for clarity . . Bevel Indicator Blade Guides... Supports the blade and keeps it from twisting during operation. An adjustment is necessary when blades are changed or replaced.
- ON-OFF KNOI_ a. To turn machine "ON", place fingers Control/On-Off Knob and pull out. on Speed NOTE: The motor will gradually come up to speed after machine is turned "ON", this is a normal condition. PULL b. To turn machine "OFF", push in Speed Control/OnOff Knob. NEVER LEAVE THE MACHINE UNATTENDED UNTIL IT HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. The variable speed control may be adjusted to the approximate speeds identified on the control panel.
CHOICE 5. Use thin, narrow blades for tight radius work, and thick, wide blades for large curves and straight cuts. OF BLADE AND SPEED Your band saw will cut a wide variety of material-wood, wood like products, non-ferrous metals (brass, aluminum, copper) and ferrous metals (steel, iron). In order to obtain satisfactory results follow these general guide lines: 6. Match the approximate blade speed (FPM) to the material being cut. See chart below; BLADE TYPE AND APPROXIMATE SPEED FOR CUTTING 1.
Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could cause fingers or hand to move into the blade. 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 Z87.1 (shown on package). Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses. They are not safety glasses. Safety goggles are available at Sears retail catalog stores. Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87.
basic band saw operation p_il #,. 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, compound cutting, and resawing. It is not capable of doing inside cutting. Saw ' Two..,,.. ..... Pattern Line For general type scroll cutting, follow the pattern lines by pushing and turning the workpiece at the same time.
maintenance MOTOR/ELECTRICAL Frequently vacuum or blow out any sawdust from the motor. I damaged in any way, have it replaced immediI ately, WARNING: If the power cord is worn, cut, or I WARNING: To avoid fire or electrocution, reassemble electric parts with only approved service parts. Reassemble exactly as originally assembled. Brush Brush Cap LUBRICATION All of the BEARINGS are permanently lubricated: They require no further lubrication.
troubleshooting WARNING: For your own safety, Push on-off knob "OFF", lock-out switch and remove plug from power outlet before readjusting or aligning your band saw. TROUBLE Motor will not run. PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY 1. Damaged On-Off switch. Damaged power cord. 1. Replace damaged parts before using Band Saw again. 2. Motor damaged. . Consult Sears Service. Any attempt to repair this motor may create a HAZARD unless repair is done by a qualified service technician.
repair parts FOR 10-INCH BAND SAW 113.244530 Always order by Part Number- Not by Key Number 2 3 5 6 3 4 6 FIGURE Key No Part No. 1 2 820286 STD601103 817899 4 5 6 7 STD502502 820279 820281 820284 1 FIGURE 2 Description Key No Guard Blade * Screw Pan Cr Ty 'q'T" 10-32 x 3/8 Screw Soc Set 1/2 Dog Pt. 1/4-20 x 1/2 * Screw Soc Set 1/4-20 x 1/4 Support Guide Bearing Thrust Slide Upper 1 2 3 4 5 Part No.
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/ owners manual SERVICE MODEL NO. 113.244530 VARIABLESPEED 10-1NCH BAND SAW Now that you have purchased your lO-Inch 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 visit. The 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.