Craftsman 137.21241 operating instructions Avoid Direct EYE Contact

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Mounting instructions

1.For stationary use, place the saw in the desired location, directly on a workbench where there is room for handling and proper support of the workpiece. The base of the saw has four mounting holes. Bolt the base of the miter saw (1) to the work surface (5), using the fastening method as shown in Fig. R.

Fig . R

 

 

1.

Miter saw base

 

 

2.

Hex head bolt

 

2

3.

Rubber washer

4

3

4.

Flat washer

 

5.

Workbench

1

 

6.

Flat washer

 

 

7.

Lockwasher

5

 

8.

Hex nut

 

6

 

9.

Jam nut

8

 

10

7

 

 

9

 

 

 

10

NOTE: Mounting hardware is not included with this tool. Bolts, nuts, washers, and screws must be purchased separately.

2.For portable use, place the saw on a 3/4 in. thick piece of plywood. Bolt the base of the miter saw securely to the plywood using the mounting holes on the base. Use C-clamps to clamp this mounting board to a stable work surface at the worksite.

Fig . S

3/4 Inch Plywood

Hand Hold for

Transportation

THE LASER GUIDE (Fig. T)

1.To turn laser on, turn switch (1) to “I” position.

2.To turn laser off, turn switch to “O” position.

Fig . T

1

Your tool is equipped with the Laser Guide using a Class III laser beam. The laser beam will enable you to preview the saw blade path on the stock to be cut before starting the miter saw. This laser guide is powered by two AAA 1.5 volt batteries.

AVOID DIRECT EYE CONTACT

!WARNING

●Laser is radiated when laser guide is turned on. Avoid direct eye contact. Always un-plug the miter saw from power source before making any adjustments.

●Laser Warning Label:

Max output <5mW DIODE LASER:

630-670nm, Complies with 21CFR 1040.10 and 1040. 11.

!WARNING

●Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

!WARNING

●The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

●Do not attempt to repair or disassemble the laser. If unqualified persons attempt to repair this laser product, serious injury may result. Any repair required on this laser product should be performed by a Sears or other qualified service center.

NOTE: All the adjustments for the operation of this machine have been completed at the factory.

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Contents Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL60179 USA Table of Contents WarrantyProduct Specifications Prohibition SymbolsShown below are some of the symbols you may see Support and Clamp WorkPower Tool Safety 24. ! Danger Never Leave the Tool RunningKeep the Motor AIR Slots Clean and free of chips or dust Compound Miter SAW SafetySpecific Safety Instructions for this Compound Miter SAW Power Supply and Motor SpecificationsElectrical Requirements and Safety Grounding InstructionsRecommended Accessories AccessoriesCarton Contents Know Your Compound Miter SAW Glossary of Terms Compound Miter SAW TermsWoodworking Terms Assemble Stand FIG. A-1, A-2, A-3 Assembly and AdjustmentsAssembly Instructions Assemble Miter SAW to Stand FIG. A-4Installing the Extension Wings Installing the Miter Handle FIG. BInstalling the Dust BAG FIG. D Cutting Head FIG. CRemoving or Installing the Blade To Install the Rear Extension Stay FIG. FInstalling the HOLD-DOWN Clamp Assembly FIG. G Inserting and Replacing the Laser Batteries FIG. HFig. J Miter Scale FIG. M Adjustment InstructionsAdjusting Fence Squareness FIG. L Cutting ARM TravelBevel Stop Adjustment FIG. O, P, Q Mounting the Miter SAW FIG. R, STo avoid injury from unexpected saw movement Avoid Direct EYE Contact Keep Your Work Area Clean AdjustmentsEquirements and Safety Before Each USE Inspect Your SAW OperationPlan Your Work Dress for SafetyWhen SAW is Running Inspect Your WorkpieceBody and Hand Position FIG. U Turning SAW on FIGBefore Leaving the SAW Compound CUT FIG. Y Miter CUT FIG. WBevel CUT FIG Cutting Bowed Material FIG. ZBevel/Miter Settings Cutting Base Molding FIG. AACutting Crown Molding FIG. BB, CC Lower Blade Guard MaintenanceReplacing Carbon Brushes FIG. DD Emptying Sawdust BAGTroubleshooting Guide ProtectionParts List Parts List for SAW SchematicSchematic for SAW 10 in. Compound Miter SAW Model noParts List and Schematic for Motor Parts List and Schematic for Stand QTYRepair Protection Agreements Here’s what the Repair Protection Agreement* includesGet it fixed, at your home or ours
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