Craftsman 137.21241 operating instructions Operation, Adjustments, Keep Your Work Area Clean

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OPERATION

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BASIC SAW OPERATION

BEFORE USING THE MITER SAW

!WARNING

To avoid mistakes that could cause serious, permanent injury, do not plug the tool in until the following steps are completed:

●Completely assemble and adjust the saw, following the instructions. (ASSEMBLY AND

ADJUSTMENTS)

●Learn the use and function of the ON/OFF switch, lock-off switch, upper and lower blade guards, hold down latch, bevel lock handle and cover plate screws.

●Review and understand all safety instructions and operating procedures in this Operator’s Manual. (SAFETY & OPERATIONS)

●Review the MAINTENANCE and TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for your miter saw.

●To avoid injury or possible death from electrical shock:

Make sure your fingers do not touch the plug’s metal prongs when plugging or unplugging your miter saw. (ELECTRICAL

EQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY)

BEFORE EACH USE INSPECT YOUR SAW.

●Disconnect the miter saw. To avoid injury from accidental starting, unplug the saw before any adjustments, including set-up and blade changes.

●Compare the direction of rotation arrow on the guard to the direction arrow on the blade. The blade teeth should always point downward at the front of the saw.

●Tighten the arbor bolt.

●Tighten the cover plate screw.

●Check for damaged parts. Check for:

●Alignment of moving parts

●Damaged electric cords

●Binding of moving parts

●Mounting holes

●Function of arm return spring and lower guard: Push the cutting arm all the way down, then let it rise until it stops. The lower guard should fully close. Follow instructions in TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for adjustment if necessary.

●Other conditions that may affect the way the miter saw works.

●Keep all guards in place, in working order and proper adjustment. If any part of this miter

saw is missing, bent, damaged or broken in any way, or any electrical parts don’t work, turn the saw off and unplug it.

●Replace bent, damaged, missing or defective parts before using the saw again.

●Maintain tools with care. Keep the miter saw clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating. Do not put lubricants on the blade while it is spinning.

●Remove adjusting wrench from the tool before turning it on.

●To avoid injury from jams, slips, or thrown pieces, use only recommended accessories.

●Check the dust bag before you work. Empty the bag if it is more than half-full.

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

●Consult the ACCESSORIES and ATTACHMENTS section of this Operators Manual for recommended accessories. Follow the instructions that come with the accessory. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.

●Choose the correct 10 in. diameter blade for the material and the type of cutting you plan to do. Do not use thin kerf blades.

●Make sure the blade is sharp, undamaged and properly aligned. With the saw unplugged, push the cutting arm all the way down. Manually spin the blade and check for clearance. Tilt the power-head to a 45° bevel and repeat the test.

●Make sure the blade and arbor collars are clean.

●Make sure all clamps and locks are tight and there is no excessive play in any parts.

KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN

Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

!WARNING

To avoid burns or other fire damage, never use the miter saw near flammable liquids, vapors, or gases.

●Plan ahead to protect your eyes, hands, face and ears.

●Know your miter saw. Read and understand this Operator’s Manual and labels affixed to this tool. Learn its application and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to this tool. To avoid injury from accidental contact with moving parts, do not do layout, assembly, or setup work on the miter saw while any parts are moving.

●Avoid accidental starting, make sure the trigger switch is disengaged before plugging the miter saw into a power outlet.

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Contents Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL60179 USA Warranty Table of ContentsProduct Specifications Support and Clamp Work SymbolsShown below are some of the symbols you may see ProhibitionPower Tool Safety Never Leave the Tool Running 24. ! DangerPower Supply and Motor Specifications Compound Miter SAW SafetySpecific Safety Instructions for this Compound Miter SAW Keep the Motor AIR Slots Clean and free of chips or dustGrounding Instructions Electrical Requirements and SafetyAccessories Recommended AccessoriesCarton Contents Know Your Compound Miter SAW Compound Miter SAW Terms Glossary of TermsWoodworking Terms Assemble Miter SAW to Stand FIG. A-4 Assembly and AdjustmentsAssembly Instructions Assemble Stand FIG. A-1, A-2, A-3Cutting Head FIG. C Installing the Miter Handle FIG. BInstalling the Dust BAG FIG. D Installing the Extension WingsInserting and Replacing the Laser Batteries FIG. H To Install the Rear Extension Stay FIG. FInstalling the HOLD-DOWN Clamp Assembly FIG. G Removing or Installing the BladeFig. J Cutting ARM Travel Adjustment InstructionsAdjusting Fence Squareness FIG. L Miter Scale FIG. MMounting the Miter SAW FIG. R, S Bevel Stop Adjustment FIG. O, P, QTo avoid injury from unexpected saw movement Avoid Direct EYE Contact Operation AdjustmentsEquirements and Safety Before Each USE Inspect Your SAW Keep Your Work Area CleanInspect Your Workpiece Dress for SafetyWhen SAW is Running Plan Your WorkTurning SAW on FIG Body and Hand Position FIG. UBefore Leaving the SAW Cutting Bowed Material FIG. Z Miter CUT FIG. WBevel CUT FIG Compound CUT FIG. YCutting Base Molding FIG. AA Bevel/Miter SettingsCutting Crown Molding FIG. BB, CC Emptying Sawdust BAG MaintenanceReplacing Carbon Brushes FIG. DD Lower Blade GuardProtection Troubleshooting GuideParts List for SAW Schematic Parts List10 in. Compound Miter SAW Model no Schematic for SAWParts List and Schematic for Motor QTY Parts List and Schematic for StandHere’s what the Repair Protection Agreement* includes Repair Protection AgreementsGet it fixed, at your home or ours
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