Craftsman 137.24884 operating instructions IA Warn Nen, Blade RAISmNG and TmLTmNGMECHANmSM FIGo LL

Models: 137.24884

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE

IA WARNINGn

For your own safety, turn the switch OFF and remove the switch kay. Remove the plug from the power source outlet before maintaining or lubricating your saw.

1.Clean out al! sawdust that has accumulated inside the saw cabinet and the motor.

2.Polish the saw table with an automotive wax to keep it clean and to make it easier to slide the work piece.

3.Clean cutting blades with pitch and gum remover.

4.A worn, cut, or damaged power cord should be replaced immediately.

IA WARN Nen

All electrical or mechanical repairs should be attempted only by a trained repair technician. Contact the nearest Seers Service Center for service. Use only identical replacement parts. Any other parts may create a hazard.

5.Use liquid dish washing detergent and water to clean al! plastic part&

NOTE: Certain cleaning chemicals can damage plastic parts.

6.Avoid use of the following cleaning chemicals or solvents, ammonia and household detergents containing ammonia_

BLADE RAISmNG AND TmLTmNGMECHANmSM

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After each five hours of operation, the blade raising mechanism and tilting mechanism should be checked for looseness, binding, or other abnormalities. With the saw dis-connected from the power source, turn the saw upside down and alternately pull upward and downward on the motor unit. Observe any movement of the motor mounting mechanism. Looseness or play in the blade raising screw (1) should be adjusted as follows:

1.Using a wrench, loosen nut (2).

2.Adjust nut (3) until it is finger=tight against the bracket (4), and then back off the nut (3) 1/6 turn.

3.Tighten nut (2) with the wrench, while holding nut (3) in place. Maximum allowable play of screw rod (1) is 0.16 in. (4 mm).

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Place a small amount of dry lubricant on height regulating bolt (1). This must be kept clean and free of sawdust, gum, pitch, and other contaminants for smooth operation.

If excessive looseness is observed in any parts of the blade raising mechanism or tilting mechanism, take the complete unit to a Sears Service Center.

LUBRICATmON

All motor bearings are permanently lubricated at the factory and require no additional lubrication.

On all mechanical parts of your table saw where a pivot or threaded rod are present, lubricate using graphite or silicone. These dry lubricants wi!! not hold sawdust as would oil or grease.

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Craftsman 137.24884 operating instructions IA Warn Nen, Blade RAISmNG and TmLTmNGMECHANmSM FIGo LL