Craftsman 137.21241 Compound Miter SAW Safety, Power Supply and Motor Specifications

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COMPOUND MITER SAW SAFETY

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS COMPOUND MITER SAW

1.DO NOT USE THIN KERF BLADES they can deflect and contact guard and can cause possible injury to the operator.

2.DO NOT operate the miter saw until it is completely assembled and installed according to these instructions.

3.IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the operation of miter saws, seek guidance from your supervisor, instructor or other qualified person.

4.ALWAYS hold the work firmly against the fence and table. DO NOT perform any operation free hand (use clamp wherever possible).

5.KEEP HANDS out of the path of the saw blade. If the workpiece you are cutting would cause your hands to be within 6-3/4 in. of the saw blade, the workpiece should be clamped in place before making the cut.

6.BE SURE the blade is sharp, runs freely and is free of vibration.

7.ALLOW the motor to come up to full speed before starting a cut.

8.KEEP THE MOTOR AIR SLOTS CLEAN and free of chips or dust.

9.ALWAYS MAKE SURE all handles are tight before cutting, even if the table is positioned in one of the positive stops.

10.BE SURE both the blade and the collar are clean and the arbor bolt is tightened securely.

11.USE only blade collars specified for your saw.

12.NEVER use blades larger in diameter than 10 inches.

13.NEVER apply lubricants to the blade when it is running.

14.ALWAYS check the blade for cracks or damage before operation. Replace a cracked or damaged blade immediately.

15.NEVER use blades recommended for operation at less than 4800 RPM.

16.ALWAYS keep the blade guards in place and use at all times.

17.NEVER reach around the saw blade.

18.MAKE SURE the blade is not contacting the workpiece before the switch is turned ON.

19.IMPORTANT: After completing the cut,

release the trigger and wait for the blade to stop before returning the saw to the raised position.

20.MAKE SURE the blade has come to a complete stop before removing or securing the workpiece, changing the workpiece angle or changing the angle of the blade.

21.NEVER cut metals or masonry products with this tool. This miter saw is designed for use on wood and wood-like products.

22.NEVER cut small pieces. If the workpiece being cut would cause your hand or fingers to be within 6-3/4 in. of the saw blade the workpiece is too small.

23.PROVIDE adequate support to the sides of the saw table for long work pieces.

24.NEVER use the miter saw in an area with flammable liquids or gases.

25.NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. Solvents could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material.

26.SHUT OFF the power before servicing or adjusting the tool.

27.DISCONNECT the saw from the power source and clean the machine when finished using.

28.MAKE SURE the work area is clean before leaving the machine.

29.SHOULD any part of your miter saw be missing, damaged, or fail in any way, or any electrical component fail to perform properly, lock the switch and remove the plug from the power supply outlet. Replace missing, damaged, or failed parts before resuming operation.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR

SPECIFICATIONS

The AC motor used in this saw is a universal, nonreversible type. See “MOTOR” in the “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section on page 2.

!WARNING

To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection. Your saw is wired at the factory for 120 V operation. Connect to a 120 V, 15 A circuit and use a 15 A time delay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or fire, if power cord is worn or cut, or damaged in any way, have it replaced immediately.

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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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