Craftsman 315.2145 Saw User Manual


 
Table of Contents ........................................................................................................................................... 2
Warranty and Introduction .............................................................................................................................. 2
Rules For Safe Operation ........................................................................................................................... 3-5
Electrical ......................................................................................................................................................... 6
Glossary and Product Specifications ............................................................................................................. 7
Unpacking, Loose Parts List, and Tools Needed: .......................................................................................... 8
Labels ........................................................................ _............................................................................... 9-10
Features ....................................................................................................................................................... 11
Assembly ................................................................................................................................................. 12-13
Adjustments ............................................................................................................................................. 13-18
Basic Operation ....................................................................................................................................... 18-21
Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................ 21-23
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................ 24
Exploded View and Repair Parts Ust ...................................................................................................... 26-33
Parts Ordering / Service ............................................................................................................................... 34
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN BAND SAW
If this CRAFTSMAN" Band Saw fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of
purchase, Sears will repair it, free of charge.
Contact a Sears Service Center for repair.
If this product is used for commemial or rental purposes, this warranty applies only for 90 days from the date of
purchase.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Your saw has many features for making cutting
operations more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety,
performance and dependability have been given top
priority in the design of this saw making it easy to
maintain and operate.
_i, CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire
owner's manual before using your new saw. Pay
close attention to the Rules For Safe Operation,
and all Safety Alert Symbols including Danger,
Warning and Caution. If you use your saw
properly and only for what it is intended, you will
enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
,_ Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!i!
Your safety is involved,
WARNING:
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes,
which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear
safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We
recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses
with side shields, available at Sears Retail Stores.
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