•Table of Contents ........................................................................................................................................... 2
• Warranty and Introduction .............................................................................................................................. 2
• Rules For Safe Operation ........................................................................................................................... 3-5
• Electrical ......................................................................................................................................................... 6
• Glossary and Product Specifications ............................................................................................................. 7
• Unpacking, Loose Parts List, and Tools Needed: .......................................................................................... 8
• Labels ........................................................................ _............................................................................... 9-10
• Features ....................................................................................................................................................... 11
•Assembly ................................................................................................................................................. 12-13
•Adjustments............................................................................................................................................. 13-18
•Basic Operation ....................................................................................................................................... 18-21
•Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................ 21-23
•Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................ 24
•Exploded View and Repair Parts Ust ...................................................................................................... 26-33
•Parts Ordering /Service ............................................................................................................................... 34
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN BAND SAW
If this CRAFTSMAN" Band Saw fails due toa defect in material orworkmanship withinone year from the date of
purchase, Sears will repair it,free of charge.
Contact a Sears Service Center for repair.
Ifthis product isused for commemial or rental purposes,this warranty appliesonly for 90 days from the date of
purchase.
This warranty gives you specificlegal rights, and you may also have otherrights which varyfrom state tostate.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL60179
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 ofthis sawmaking iteasy to
maintain and operate.
_i, CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire
owner's manual beforeusing your newsaw. Pay
close attention to the Rules For Safe Operation,
and all Safety Alert Symbols including Danger,
Warning and Caution. If you use your saw
properly and only for what it is intended, youwill
enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
,_ Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!i!
Your safety is involved,
WARNING:The operation ofany power toolcan resultin foreign objects being thrown into your eyes,
which can resultin severe eye damage. Before beginning power tooloperation, always wear
safety goggles or safety glasses withside shieldsand afull face shield when needed. We
recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use overeyeglasses or standard safety glasses
with side shields, available atSears Retail Stores.
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