Craftsman 315.22811 Saw does not make accurate 90 or 45 degree cuts, Blade makes poor cuts

[ Problem Cause Solution j

Saw does not make accurate 90 or 45 degree cuts.

Positive stops inside cabinet need adjusting (Bevel Cuts).

Miter gage is misaligned (Miter Cuts).

Adjust positive stops.

Adjust the miter gage.

Blade adjusting handle is hard to turn.

Saw does not start.

Blade makes poor cuts.

Gears or Screw Post inside cabinet are clogged with sawdust.

Motor cord or wall cord is not plugged in.

Circuit fuse is blown.

Circuit breaker is tripped.

Cord or switch is damaged.

Blade is dull or dirty.

Blade is wrong type for cut being made.

Blade is mounted backwards.

Clean the gears or screw post.

Plug in motor cord or wall cord.

Replace circuit fuse.

Reset circuit breaker.

Have the cord or switch replaced at your Sears Service Center/Depart- ment.

Clean, sharpen or replace blade.

Replace with correct type.

Remount blade.

Blade does not lower when turning blade adjusting handle,

Back side of riving knife has come in contact with saw table.

Locking lever is not at full left position.

Realign and adjust the riving knife.

Move locking lever to left.

Motor labors in rip cut.	Blade not proper for rip cut,	Change b!ade; rip blade typically
		has fewer teeth.

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