Craftsman 315.220381 owner manual Full ONE Year Warranty on Craftsman Radial ARM SAW

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FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW

If this CRliFT,_MAN" Radial Arm 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 commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies onlyfor 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.

ACAUTION: Carefully read through this entire owner'smanual before using your new saw. Pay close attention to the Rules For Safe Operation, and all Safety Alert Symbols, includingDanger, Warning and

Caution. If you use your saw properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

_1 Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attentionl!! 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.

•	Warranty and Introduction	2
•	Table of Contents	2-3
•	Rules For Safe Operation	4-7
•	Electrical	8-9
•	Product Specifications and Glossary	10-1
•	Unpacking and Accessories	11
•	Loose Parts List	12-14
•	Tools Needed	15
•	Labels	16-17
•	Features	18-21
•	Assembly	22-36
	Assembling Leg Stand	22
	MountingSaw to Leg Stand	23

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