Craftsman 137.224120 User manual

Owner's Manual
1 HP (Max, DeveUoped)
1410 and 2600 FoP.M.(No Load)
Leg Stand
12" BAN SAW
Mode! No.
137.224120
CAUTmON:
Before using this band saw,
read this manual and follow
all its Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions.
Safety instructions
installation
• Operation
o Maintenance
Parts List
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Sears, Roebuck and Coo, Hoffman Estates, JL 60179 USA
Part No. 137224120002

SECTRON PAGE
Warranty ................................................................ 2
Product Specifications ..................................................... 2
Safety _nstructions ........................................................ 3
Accessories and Attachments .: ............................................. 6
Carton Contents .......................................................... G
Know Your Band Saw ...................................................... 8
Glossary of Terms ........................................................ 9
Assembly and Adjustments ................................................ 10
Operation .............................................................. 18
Maintenance ............................................................ 21
Troubaeshooting guide .................................................... 22
Parts .................................................................. 24
MOTOR
Power source ....... !20 V AC, 60 HZ, 7.5 AMPS
Horsepower ......... 1 HP (Max. Developed)
Speeds High ..... 2600 RP.M.
Low ...... 1410 RP.M.
Type .............. Induction
CUTTING CAPACITY
Throat ............. 12-1/2"
Height ............. 6"
BLADE CAPACITY
Width ........... ":.. !/8", 1/4", 3/8", 1/2"
Length ............. 91"
TABLE
Size ............... 14" x14"
Tilt ................ 0 - 10°Left, 0 - 45° Right
BLADE iNCLUDED ............
DUST COLLECTION ...........
MITER GAUGE ................
3/8" x 91"16 TPI
Yes
Yes
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to
the tool, use proper circuit protection. Use a separate
electrical circuit for your tools.
"Yourband saw is wired at the factory for 120V operation,
Connect to a 120V, 15 AMP time delay fuse or circuit
breaker. To avoid shock or fire, replace power cord
immediately if it is worn, cut or damaged in any way.
Some dust created by power sanding sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals
known [to the State of California] to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
@ Lead from lead-based paints.
@ Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
@Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to
these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks
that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCT ONS
BEFORE USING THE BAND SAW
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert
and knowing how to use your band saw.
To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, do not
plug the band saw in until you have read and understood
the following:
1. READ and become familiar with this entire instruction
manual. LEARN the tool's applications, limitations, and
possible hazards.
2. KEEP GUARDS iN PLACE and in working order.
3. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form
the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the tool before turning ON.
4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents.
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.
DONq" USE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't
use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose
them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at
a safe distance from the work area.
,MAKE WORKSHOP KID-PROOF with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys:
8. DON'T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
9. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force the tool or the
attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
t0. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to
carry the current your product will draw. An undersized
cord will result in a drop in line voltage and loss of
power which wilt cause the tool to overheat. The table
on page 5 shows the correct size to use depending on
cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt,
use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge
number, the heavier tSe cord.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. DO NOT wear loose
clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other
jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip
footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering
to contain long hair.
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ALWAYS WEAR EYE
WP.AR YO_ PROTECTION. Any band saw
can throw foreign objects into
the eyes which could cause
permanent eye damage.
ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles
(not glasses) that comply with
ANSI safety standard Z87.1. Everyday eyeglasses
have only impact-resistant lenses. They ARE NOT safety
glasses. Safety Goggles are available at Sears. NOTE:
Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1
could seriously hurt you when they break.
WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK. Sawing and
sanding operations produce dust.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work
when practical. It's safer than using your hand and it
frees both hands to operate tool.
D_SCONNECT TOOLS before servicing, and when
changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters,
and the like.
REDUCE THE R_SK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure the switch is in OFF position before plugging
in.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
owner's manual for the recommended accessories. The
use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury
to persons.
NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur
if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use
of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properiy and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving #_rts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other
conditions that may affect itsoperation, A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly repaired
or replaced.
SAVE THESE NSTRUCT ONS
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_0. NEVER LEAVETOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN THE POWER OFF. Don't leave the tool until it
comes to a complete stop.
!1. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
!2. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and
clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
!3. DO NOT use power tools in the presence of flammable
liquids or gases.
'.4. DO NOT operate the tool if you are under the influence
of any drugs, alcohol or medication that could affect
your ability to use the tool properly.
;5. ALWAYS operate the band saw in a wellwentilated area
and provide for proper dust removal. Use dust collection
systems whenever possible. Dust generated from
certain materials can be hazardous to your health.
;PECIFgC SAFETY INSTRUCTBONS
TO AVOID INJURY from unexpected movement, make
sure the saw is on a firm, level surface, properly secured
to prevent rocking. Make sure there is adequate space
for operating. Bolt the saw to a support surface to
prevent slipping, walking, or sliding during operation.
TURN the saw OFF and unplug the saw before
moving it.
USE THE CORRECT size and style of blade.
USE blades recommended at 2600 FPM or greater.
MAKE SURE the blade teeth point down and towards
the table.
BLADE GUIDES, SUPPORT BEARINGS, AND
BLADE TENSION must be properly adjusted to avoid
accidental blade contact and to minimize blade
breakage. To maximize blade support, always adjust
the upper blade guide and blade guard so that it is
1/8 inch above the workpiece.
TABLE LOCK HANDLE should be tight.
USE EXTRA CAUTION with large, very small or
awkward workpieces.
USE EXTRA SUPPORTS to prevent workpieces from
sliding off the table top. Never use another person in
place of a table extension, or to provide additional
support for the workpiece.
0. WORKPIECES must be secured so they don't twist,
rock, or slip while being cut.
SAVE THESE
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15.
16.
PLAN intricate and small work carefully to avoid
pinching the blade. Avoid awkward operation and hand
positions to prevent accidental contact with the blade.
SMALL PIECES should be secured with jigs or
fixtures. Do not hand hold pieces that are so small your
fingers are under the blade guard.
SUPPORT round work properly (with a V-block or
clamped to the miter gauge) to prevent it from rolling
and the blade from biting.
CUT only one workpiece at a time. Make sure the table
is clear of everything except the workpiece and its
guides before you turn the saw on.
MAKE RELIEF CUTS when cutting long curves.
ALWAYS WATCH the saw run before each use. If there
is excessive vibration or unusual noise, stop immediately.
Turn the saw off. Unplug it immediately. Do not start
the saw again until the problem has been located and
corrected.
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18.
TO FREE any jammed material, turn the switch OFR
Remove the switch key and unplug the saw. Wait for all
moving parts to stop before removing jammed material.
DON'T LEAVE the work area until all moving parts are
stopped. To childproof the workshop, shut off the power
to master switches and remove the switch key from the
band saw. Store it in a safe place, away from children.
For your own safety, read the entire instruction manual
before operating the band saw.
t. Wear eye protection.
2. Do not wear gloves, necktie, or loose clothing.
3. Make sure the saw is on a firm level surface and
properly secured.
4. USEONLYTHE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
5. Use extra caution with very large, very small, or
awkward workpieces.
6. Keep hands away from the blade at all times to
prevent accidental injury.
Do not remove jammed cutoff pieces until blade has
stopped.
Maintain proper adjustment of blade tension, blade
guides, and thrust bearings.
Adjust upper guide to just clear workpiece.
Hold workpiece firmly against table.
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ELECTRICAL REQUHREMENTS
POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR SPEC_FICATIONS
To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to the
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tool, use proper circuit protection. Use a separate electrical
circuit for your tools.Your saw is wired at the factory for
120V operation. Connect to a 120V, 15 Amp circuit and
use a I5 Amp 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.
INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. The
Canadian Electrical Code prohibits the use of adapters.
CAUTION: In all cases, make certain the receptacle is
properly grounded, tf you are not sure have a qualified
electrician check the receptacle.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This tool must be grounded while in use to protect the
operator from electrical shock.
IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric
current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is
equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug
MUST be plugged into a matching receptacle that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL
local codes and ordinances.
DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED. If it will not fit
the receptacle, have the proper receptacle installed by a
qualified electrician.
IMPROPER CONNECTION of the equipment grounding
conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The
conductor with the green insulation (with or without yellow
stripes) is the equipment grounding conductor. If repair
or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary,
DO NO[ connect the equipment grounding conductor
to a five'terminal.
CHECK with a qualified electrician or service person if you
do not completely understand the grounding instructions, or
if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded,
USE ONLY 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept
the tool's plug. Repair or replace damaged or worn
cord immediately.
Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This circuit
must not be less than #12 wire and should be protected
with a 15 Amp time lag fuse. Before connecting the motor
to the power line, make sure the switch is in the OFF
position and the electric current is rated the same as the
current stamped on the motor nameplate, Running at a
Lowervoltage will damage the motor.
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has a receptacle
like the one illustrated in FIGURE A. FIGURE A shows a
3-prong electrical plug and receptacle that has a grounding
conductor. If a properly grounded receptacle is not available,
an adapter (FIGURE B) can be used to temporarily connect
this plug to a 2-contact ungrounded receptacle.
The temporary adapter should be installed by a qualified
technician. The adapter (FIGURE B) has a rigid lug
extending from it that MUST be connected to a permanent
earth ground, such as a properly grounded receptacle box.
THE TEMPORARY ADAPTER SHOULD BE USED ONLY
UNTIL A PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET CAN BE
Fig. A3-Prong Plug
Properly Grounded
3-Prong Receplacte
Fig. B Grounding Lug
Make Sure This
is Connected to a
Known Ground
-Prong
eceptacle
This band saw is for indoor use only, Do not expose to rain
or use in damp locations
GUIDEUNES FOR EXTENSION CORDS
USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry
the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will
result in a drop in line voltage and in loss of power which will
cause the tool to overheat. The table below shows the
correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate
ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The
smaf]er the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in
good condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord
or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it.
Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessiv
heat and damp or,wet areas.
(when using 120 volts only) In feet
more than notmorethan 25' 50' 100' 150'
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0 6 18 16 16 t4
6 10 t8 16 14 12
10 t2 16 16 14 t2
12 16 14 !12 Not recomrnended
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

::{ECOMMENDED ACCESSORUES
'isit your Sears Hardware Department or see the
;raftsman Power and Hand Tool Catalog to purchase
_commended accessories for this power tool.
Oavoid the risk of personal infury, do not modify the
ower tool or use accessories not recommended by Sears.
ITEM
Blade: 1/8", 1/4", 3/8", 1/2" wide, 91"- 91 1/2" long
Sandpaper belt: 1/2" wide, 91"- 91 1/2" tong
Ise of improper accessories may cause hazards. Follow
]structions that accompany accessories. Do,not use any
ccessory unless you have completely read the instruction
r owner's manual for that accessory.
UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS
To avoid injury from unexpected starting, do not plug the
power cord into a power source receptacle during
unpacking and assembly. This cord must remain unplugged
whenever you are assembling or adjusting the saw.
1. Carefully unpack the band saw and aUits parts, and
compare against the illustration on page 7.
2. Place the saw on a secure surface and examine it
carefully.
Although compact, this saw is heavy. To avoid back injury,
get help whenever you have to lift the saw.
If any part is missing or damaged, do not plug the band
saw in until the missing or damaged part is replaced, and
assembly is complete.
TABLE OF LOOSE PARTS
_TEM DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
A Band saw 1
B Table w!insert t
C Trunnion 1
D Star handle table knobs 2
E Table alignment pin 1
F Medium hex bolts 4
G Washers 8
H Hex nuts 4
I Short hex bolts, nut, and washers 2
J Long hex bolt w/nut 1
K Saw dust port assembly 1
L Miter gauge 1
M Power cord wrap brackets 2
N Phillips screws 2
STAND:
O Legs 4
P Long leg brackets 2
Q Short leg brackets 2
R Plastic feet 4
S Leg stand top plate 1
T Hex wrench 1
U Miscellaneous bag of carriage
bolts, nuts and washers
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UNPACKUNG YOUR BAND SAW
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upper cover
ON/OFF
Lower
Idle wheel
Motor pulley
Rubber tire
V Belt
Upper blade wheel Lower blade
support bearing
Lower
guide
Blade guard
Upper blade
support bearing
)er blade guide
Blade
Table insert
-- Miter slot
Table
lock knob
Saw pulley
Lower
blade wheel
Mounting hole
Table
aligning pin
Table tilt scale
Sawdust port
Table trunnion
Table tilt stop bolt
Mounting holes
Miter gauge in holder
Table removed for clarity
of illustration
Blade tension
knob
Blade tra_cking
knob
Upper guide
lock knob
Power cord wrap
Idle wheel
handle
Motor
Motor cord
Stand top
plate
Stand
CRAFTSMAN BAND SAW TERMS
BLADE GUIDES - Support the blade and keep it from
twisting during operation. Blade guides must be adjusted
when the blade is changed or replaced.
BLADE TENSION KNOB -Controls the amount of blade
tension when changing blades.
BLADE TRACKING KNOB -Adjusts the blade position so
the blade always runs in the center of the wheel.
IDLE WHEEL HANDLE - Moves the idle wheel for proper
tensioning of the V-belt.
ON 1OFF SWITCH - Has a built-in child safety lock. To
lock the switch in the OFF position, remove the switch key
from the switch.
SAWDUST PORT - Helps keep the machine free from
sawdust. The sawdust port makes an excellent hook-up for
a wet/dry vacuum.
TABLE LOCK KNOB - Locks the table in place.
TILT {BEVEL) SCALE - Shows the degree the table is
tilted for bevel cutting.
UPPER GUIDE LOCK KNOB - Locks the upper slide. Use
it after you adjust the upper guide assembly to make sure
the upper blade guide just clears the workpiece before
cutting. Upper guide lock knob must be tightened before
the band saw is turned on.
WOODWORKING TERMS
BEVEL CUT - An angle cut made through the face of a
workpiece
COMPOUND CUT - A simultaneous bevel and miter cut.
CROSSCUT - A cut made across the width of the
workpiece.
RELIEF CUT - Removal of waste material by a cut from
the outside edge, allowing easier cutting of intricate curves.
F.P.M. - Feet per minute. Used in reference to the surface
speed of the saw blade.
FREEHAND - Performing a cut without using a fence
(guide), hold-down or other proper device to prevent the
workpiece from twisting during the cutting operation.
GUM -A sticky sap-based residue from wood products.
HEEL - Misalignment of the blade.
KERF- The material removed by a blade in a through cut,
or the slot produced by the blade in a non-through or
partial cut.
LEADING EDGE -The end of the workpiece pushed into
the cutting tool first.
MITER CUT - An angle cut made across the width of a
workpiece.
RESAW -A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of
the workpiece to make thinner workpieces.
RESIN - A sticky sap that has hardened.
R_PPING CUT -A cutting operation along the length of the
workpiece.
R.P.M. - Revolutions per minute. The number of turns
completed by a spinning object in one minute.
SAW BLADE PATH -The area of the workpiece or table
top directly in line with the travel of the blade or the part of
the workpiece which will be cut.
SET -The distance between two adjacent saw blade teeth
tips bent outward in opposite directions to each other.
The further apart the tips are, the greater the set.
TRAILING END - The workpiece end last cut by the blade.
WORKPIECE -The item being cut. The surfaces of a
workpiece are commonly referred to as faces, ends, edges.
WORKTABLE -The surface on which the workpiece rests
while performing a cutting or sanding operation.
Leading,_ Relief cu_ Sawblade Path
Kerf
Surface
Workptece \
Trailing Edge
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,SSEMBLY NSTRUCTIONS
Phillips screwdriver Combinationsquare
Adjustable wrench Straight edge
Feeler gauge - size 0.02
or your safety, never connect plug to power source
._ceptacle until all assembly and adjustment steps are
)mpleted, and you have read and understood the safety
nd operating instructions.
EG STAND ASSEMBLY (FIG. A)
Lay the top plate (1) upside down on a flat surface.
Attach a ieg (2) to the outside of the stand top plate
with two carriage bolts (3), washers (4), and nuts (5).
Do not tighten.
Repeat for the remaining three legs.
Attach two long brackets (6) and' two short brackets (7)
to the inside of the legs using carriage bolts (3),
washers (4), and nuts (5). Do not tighten,
Place the leg pads (8) on each leg and turn the leg
stand' upright on a firm level surface.
Tighten all bolts and nuts with a wrench.
FIG. A
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Although compact; this saw is heavy. To avoid back injury,
get help to lift the saw.
ASSEMBLE BAND SAW TO LEG STAND (F_G. B)
t. Lift the saw body (1) and place on the leg stand (2),
aligning with the four mounting holes (3).
2. Attach the band saw to the stand with four long hex
head bolts (4) and four flat washers (5).
3. Place a flat washer (5) and hex nut (6) on each bolt
from the underside. Hand tighten.
4. Tighten all bolts and nuts with a wrench.
FIG. B
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ASSEMBLE THE TABLE
Mounting the trunnion support bracket (F_G. C)
1. Place the trunnion support bracket (1) on the saw body,
as shown,
2. Insert two tong hex head bolts (2, 3) with flat washers (4)
into the threaded holes, through the bracket and saw
body.
3. Open the lower wheel cover (5).
4. Thread a hex bolt (2) Tighten.
5, Close the wheel cover.
6. Thread a nut (7) onto the table stop bolt (8) and screw
both into the rear tab (9) on the trunnion support bracket.
FIG. 0-1
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3 5
5
ASSEMBLE THE SAWDUST COLLECTION PORT
(FIG.0-I)
I. Slidethehook (I)on theportassembly intothesquare
hole(2)locatedon thebandsaw housing,belowthe
lowerbladeguides.
2. Push the flat plate of the port against the outside of the
band saw to align the holes (3).
3. P_acea washer (5) on the screw (4), insert and tighten.
NOTE: When operating the band saw, for best sawdust
exhaust attach a dust collection or vacuum hose.
Mounting the table (FIG. D, E)
7. Remove the table insert (10) and table aligning pin (11)
from the table (12).
8. Guide the table slot (13) over the saw blade and rotate
a 1/4 turn, so4he slot is perpendicular to the blade.
FIG. D
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10.
11.
12.
13,
Place the table (12) into the support bracket (1), guiding
the bolts (14)in the scale brackets through the holes in
the trunnion bracket (1).
Align the 0° mark on the scale to the pointer (15) on
the trunnion.
Attach the star handle table !ock knobs (16) to the bolts
and tighten. (FIG. E)
Replace the table insert (10), aligning the indents,
Place the table aligning pin (11) in the front of the table,
into the slot (i3), and tighten. (FIG. D)
FIG. E
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iNSTALLiNG AND REMOVING BLADES (FIG F)
To avoid injury from accidental starting, always turn the
switch OFF and remove the plug from the power source
before moving, replacing, or adjusting the blade.
Removing
1. Loosen the blade tension by turning the blade tension
knob (1) counterclockwise.
2. Remove the table insert (2) and remove the table
aligning pin (3) from the fable.
3. Pull the cover knobs to open the upper and lower
wheel cover doors (4).
4. Loosen the two phillips screws (5) and remove the upper
blade guard (6).
5. Remove the blade (7) from the blade guides (8).
6. Carefully pull the blade from the side slot (9) and from
the wheels (!0).
7. Swing the left side of the blade toward you, turning
the blade so it will fit through the slot (11) in the table,
and remove.
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7
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Make sure the blade is in center of table insert stot(2)
Then Tighten the screw(A-C) which under the tabe both side..
as shown Fig Fq
Fig F-1
Installing
1. Make sure the blade tension knob (1) is turned
counterclockwise untit it stops.
2. Remove the table insert (2) and the table aligning pin (3)
from the tabfe.
3. Open tile upper and lower wheel cover doors (4),
4. Loosen and remove the blade guard (6).
5. Guide the new blade (7) through the table slot (11),
making sure the blade teeth are pointing forward and
down.
NOTE: To avoid lifting the workpiece, the blade teeth
must point downward toward lhe table.
6. Swinging the left side away and back, place the blade
on the upper and lower wheels (10).
7. Place the blade carefully between the upper and lower
blade guides (8).
8. Slide the blade into the slot (9) at the left of the wheels,
and make sure the blade is positioned at the middle of
the wheels.
9. Turning the blade tension knob clockwise, tighten the
tension until the blade is tight on the wheels,
10 Replace the table insert and the table aligning pin.
11. Adjust the btade tracking and tension propedy (See
ADJUSTMENT iNSTRUCTIONS section) before
operating the band saw,
12. Push the wheel cover doors closed.
To avoid injury, the blade tension, tracking, and upper and
lowerguidesand bearingsmust be properlyadjustedbefore
operatingthebandsaw.(See ADJUSTMENTINSTRUCTIONS
section)
MITER GAUGE (FIG. G)
A miter gauge (I) is supplied with your band saw to be used
with the table (2). The table is equipped with a slot on the
right side of the blade fo='the miter gauge. The miter gauge
can be tilted 0' to 45" right or left. A bracket is provided on
the leg stand forconvenient miter gauge storage.
FiG, G
_2
_NSTALL POWER CORD BRACKETS (FIG. H)
t. Power cord brackets (1) are provided for convenier_t
cord storage. Attach the power cord brackets to the back
of the saw body, as shown, with two pan head screws (2).
Tighten.
2. Connect the band saw short power cord (3), to
the motor power cord (4).
FiG. H
ADJUSTMENT iNSTRUCTIONS
To avoid injury, turn the switch OFF and unplug the band
saw from the power source before making any adjustments.
TiLTiNG THE TABLE {F2G. I)
The band saw table (1) tilts 0°to 45 ° to the right and 10° to
the left.
!. Loosen both table lock knobs (2) underneath the table.
2. Tilt the table to the desired angle on the scale (3)
underneath the table.
3, Tighten the two table lock knobs.
NOTE: The 90° table stop bolt must be lowered to tilt
the table I0 ° to the left.
F_G. ! 13
!
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ADJUSTING THE 90' TABLE STOP (FIG. J)
1. Loosen the table aock knobs (t) and tilt the table to the
right.
2. Loosen the jam nut (2) on the table stop bolt (3) and
lower the stop bolt.
3. Tilt the table to the left until it rests on the stop bolt.
4. Place a combination square (4) on the table with the
heel of the square against the blade (5).
5. Adjust the tilt of the table left or right until it is 90 ° to
the blade and there is no space between the square
and the blade. Tighten the table lock knobs.
6. Adjust the table stop bolt (3) up until it touches the table.
Tighten the jam nut (2).
7. Loosen the lock knobs and see that the table is resting
on the stop bolt.
8. Check the square to make sure the table is still square
to the blade. If not, readjust the stop bolt.
9. When the adjustment is accurate at 90°, align the
pointer (6) on the scale (7) to 0°
NOTE: The table stop bolt must be lowered to tilt the
table 10 ° to the left,
FIGo J
5
7
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ILADETENSION (FIG. K, K-l)
b avoid injury, turn the switch OFF and disconnect the
aw from the power source before making any
djustments. NEVER make tension adjustments with the
lachine running.
Loosen the butterfly nut (6) and the rolled nut (7)
located on the back of the band saw, under the blade
tracking knob (5). (FIG. K-l)
The upper wheel (I) is spring loaded. Adjust the blade
tension by raising or lowering the upper wheel. {FIG. K)
Turn the blade tension knob (2) clockwise to raise the
wheel and tighten the blade, counterclockwise to lower
the wheel and loosen the tension.
As you become familiar with the saw, you may want to
change the tension settings.
Complete the blade tracking adjustments before
operating the band saw.
NOTE: Changes in blade width and type of material
being cut will have an effect on the blade tension. Too
much or too tittletension could break the blade. When
the band saw is not in use, relax the blade tension.
FIG. K
_',LADETFIACKING (FIG. K-l, L)
b avoid injury, turn the switch OFF and disconnect the
.aw from the power source before making any adjustments.
4EVER make tracking adjustments with the machine
unning.
The blade (1) must be tensioned properly before
adjusting the tracking.
Open the upper cover. (FIG. L)
Move the blade guides (2) and support bearings (3)
away from the blade, if necessary.
Rotate the wheel (4) slowly forward by hand, and check
the position of the blade on the wheel. The blade should
remain centered on the wheel as it turns.
5. If the blade moves toward the front of the wheel, turn
the tracking knob (5) clockwise. This tilts the top of the
wheel and moves the blade toward the center.
6. If the blade moves toward the back edge, turn the
tracking knob counterclockwise, moving the blade toward
the center.
7. Tighten the butterfly nut (6) and the rolled nut (7) after
you have completed the "Blade tension" and "Blade
tracking" adjustments. (FIG. K-l)
NOTE: Turn the tracking knob SLIGHTLY to make blade
tracking adjustments.
FIG. K-!
7 6 5
RG. L
UPPER BLADE GUIDE ASSEMBLY {F_G. M)
To avoid injury, turn the switch OFF and disconnect the
saw from the power source before making ar_y
adjustments. NEVER make adjustments with the machine
running.
1. Loosen the lock knob (1) and move the blade guide
assembly (2) up or down to 1/8" above the workpiece.
2. Tighten the lock knob.
\
UPPER BLADE GUIDES AND BLADE SUPPORT
BEARING (FIG. N, O)
The blade guard has been removed for clarity of
illustration. To avoid injury never operate the band saw
without all guards in place and in working order.
To avoid injury, turn the switch OFF and disconnect the
saw from the power source before making any
adjustments. NEVER make adjustments with the machine
running.
NOTE: Make sure the blade is tensioned and tracking
properly. Adjust the blade guides and support bearing after
each blade tension and tracking adjustment. When the
upper blade guides and support bearings are adjusted, the
lower guides and bearings should also be adjusted.
Blade guides (FIG. N)
1. Make sure the blade is tensioned and tracking properly.
2. Loosen the front set screws (1) with a hex wrench.
" "'_ (3) as
3. Move the guides (_; as close to the ,.,,,=de possible
without pinching it.
4. Using a feeler gauge, make sure the space between
each guide and the blade measures 0.02" (the thickness
of a dollar bill.)
5. Tighten the set screws.
6. Loosen the side set screw (4) by turning
counterclockwise.
7. Move the blade guide bracket shaft (5) in or out until
the guides are at least t/32" behind the blade teeth.
8. The guides must remain behind the blade teeth during
operation to prevent damage to the saw blade.
9. Tighten the set screw.
FmGoN
3
4
Support bearing (FIG. O)
10. Loosen the bearing set screw (6).
11. Move the support bearing shaft (7) in or out, until the
bearing (8) is 1/64" behind the blade.
12. Tighten the set screw (6).
NOTE: The blade support bearing prevents the blade
from moving back too far and damaging the saw teeth
setting.
13. Check the lateral position of the support bearing (8).
The vertical back edge of the blade (3) should overlap
the front face of the support bearing 1/16" to 1/8" to
the left of the right bearing edge.
FroG.O

LOWER BLADE GUIDES AND SUPPORT BEARING
To avoid injury, turn the switch OFF and disconnect the
saw from the power source before making any
adjustments. NEVER make adjustments with the machine
running.
NOTE: Make sure the blade is tensioned and tracking
properly.
NOTE: The lower blade guides and support bearings
should always be adjusted after the blade is tensioned, the
tracking is adjusted, and the upper blade guides and upper
support bearings are properly adjusted.
Blade guides {FIG. P)
1. Loosen both front set screws (1) with a hex wrench.
2. Move the guide (2) as close to the sides of the blade (3)
as possible without pinching it.
3. U,Cing the feeler gauge, measure the spaces between
the guide and the blade. Adjust to 0.02".
4. Tighten the hex screws.
5. Loosen the side set screw (4). Move the guide
support bracket (5) in or out until the guides are at
least 1/32" behind the saw teeth. Tighten the screw.
FIG. P
3 .......
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FIG, Q
8
f
7
6
PULLEY ALIGNMENT {F}G. R, S)
This alignment is adjusted at the factory and should not
need to be readjusted. However, if there are belt tracking
problems do the following:
1. Pull the cover knobs to open the wheel covers. (F}G. R)
2. Loosen and remove the lower blade wheel hex head
bolt (1) and flange (2) with an adjustable wrench.
3. Loosen the blade tension by turning the blade tension
knob (3) counterclockwise, following the steps in
"Blade Tension".
4. Remove the saw blade (4) from the lower blade
wheel (5).
5. Remove the lower blade wheel from its shaft.
7. Remove the v-belt (6) from the motor pulley (7).
(FIG. S)
8. Place a straight edge in the front groove of both
pulleys.
9. tf the side edges of the pulleys are not aligned, loosen
the motor pulley hex socket screw (8).
10. Adjust the motor pulley in or out on the motor shaft to
align the side edges of both pufteys.
1t. When aligned, tighten the hex socket screw.
12. Place the v-belt on the motor pulley and saw pulley.
Check the belt tension and adjust.
t3, Move the idle wheel (9) to press the V-belt, by turning
the handle (10).
14. Replace the blade wheel and blade.
FIG. S
10
To avoid injury, the belt tension, the blade tension, tracking,
and upper and lower guides and bearings must be properly
adjusted before operating the ba_ndsaw.
BELT TENSION {FIG. T)
The belt tension may need adjusting if the belt is replaced
(See MAINTENANCE Section), or the blade speed is
changed (See OPERATION Section).
1. Loosen the idle wheel by turning the idle wheel handle.
2. Loosen the motor mount nuts (1) and slide the
motor (2) sideways to increase or decrease the belt
tension.
3. The belt tension is correct when there is a 1/2"
deflection if the belt is pressed in the center between
pulleys.
4. When positioned properly, tighten the motor mount
nuts.
5. Tighten the idle wheel handle to press the idle wheel
against the V-belt.
NOTE: Do not overtighten the motor mount nuts,
tighten just enough to maintain the belt tension.
\
F_G. T
t_) frfd/I
!
Support bearing (FIG. Q)
6. Loosen the bearing set screw (6) with the hex
wrench.
7. Move the blade support bearing shaft (7) in or out until
the support bearing (8) is 1/64" behind the saw blade.
8. Tighten the bearing set screw.
9. The blade support bearing should be adjusted so the
vertical back edge of the blade (3) overlaps the front
face of the support bearing approximately 1/t6 to t/8".
2
t
5
6. Loosen the idie wheel (9) using the idle wheet handle (I0)
on the back of the band saw.

3AS!C SAW OPERATIONS
ON/OFF" SWITCH (FIG. U)
he keyed switch is intended to prevent unauthorized
_seof the band saw.
To turn the band saw ON insert the yellow key (1) into
the key slot (2) in the center of the switch.
'.. Push the key firmly into the slot, then push switch
to the ON position to start the band saw.
I. To turn the band saw OFF push the switch to the
down position.
Remove the yellow switch key,when the saw has come
to a complete stop, by gently pulling it outward.
_emove the switch key whenever the saw is not in use.
_lace it in a safe place and out of reach of children.
=IG. U
_ENERAL CUTTING
or your safety, read and understand all GENERAL and
}PECtFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on pages 3 - 5 before
lsing the band saw.
)perating band saws involves a certain amount of hazard.
3efore attempting regular work, use scrap lumber to check
he settings, and to get the feet of operating the band saw.
:lead instructions and plan your work before cutting a
vorkpiece.
)o not turn the power ON until after you have made all
tdjustments, checked that the guard is in place, and turned
he wheel by hand to make sure all parts work properly.
\lways keep the guide assembly close to your work, 1/8"
_bovethe workpiece.
)o not force the workpiece against the blade. Light contact
}ermits easier cutting and prevents unwanted friction and
leating of the blade.
Sharp saw blades need little pressure for cutting. Steadily
move the workpiece against the blade without forcing it.
To avoid twisting the blade, do not turn sharp corners or saw
around corners.
A band saw is basically a "curve-cutting" saw. It is not capable
of doing intricate inside cutting as can be done with a scroll
saw.
tt is also used for straight line operations such as crosscutting,
ripping, mitering, beveling, compound cutting, and resawing.
To avoid blade breakage, fire or other damage or injury,
NEVER use this band saw to cut ferrous metals.
CUTTING CURVES
When cutting curves, carefully turn the workpiece so the
blade follows without twisting. If the curve is so sharp that
you repeatedly back up and cut new kerf, use a narrower
blade, or a blade with more set (teeth further apart). When
a blade has more set, the workpiece turns easier but the
cut is rougher.
When changing a cut, do not withdraw the workpiece from
the blade. The blade may get drawn off the wheels. To change
a cut, turn the workpiece and saw out through the scrap
material area.
When cutting long curves, make relief cuts as you go along.
CIRCLE CUTTING (FIG. V)
1. Adjust the guide assembly to 1/8" above the workpiece.
2. Use both hands while feeding the work into the blade.
Hold the workpiece firmly against the table. Use gentle
pressure. Do not force the work, ALLOW the blade to cut.
3. The smallest diameter circle that can be cut is
determined by the width of the blade. For example,
a 1/4" wide blade will cut a minimum diameter of
approximately 1-1/2".
FIG. V
Minimum
2-1,,'Z'D Circle Diameter
Blade Width
BLADE SELECTION (FIG.W)
CAUTION: Blade teeth are sharp. Use care whenhandling
a saw blade.
For longest wear and best cutting results, use the correct
blade thickness, width, and temper for the type of material
you will cut.
When sawing small curves and delicate work, use narrow
blades. Otherwise, use the widest blade possible, See FIG. V.
For cutting wood and similar materials with this bandsaw,
use blades 90" long in widths up to 1/2".
Do not cut ferrous metals with this band saw.
Common causes of blade breakage:
= Poor guide alignment and adjustment.
Forcing or twisting a wide blade around a short radius.
o Feeding too fast.
° Dull teeth or not enough set.
= Too much blade tension.
- Setting top guide assembly too high above the
workpiece.
o Lumpy or improperly fir_ished braze or weld on the blade.
Continuous running of blade when not cutting.
FIG. W
Operation
Cross Cutting
.....Mitering
Beveling .................
Compound Cutting
CirCle Cutiir_g_'''
Curve Cutting
Recommended Blade Width
(Inches)
1/4, 3/8, 1/2
1/4, 3/8, '_1'_2
1/4, 3/8, 1/2
1/4, 3/8, 1/2
See Fig. V on pg.' '_I'7
i/8, i/4
To avoid possible injury or damage, NEVER use this band
saw to cut ferrous metals.
CAUTION: When cutting nonferrous metals, metal shavings
can react with wood dust and start a fire. To avoid this:
1. Disconnect any dust collecting hose from the band
saw.
2. Remove all traces of wood dust from inside the saw.
3. Remove all metal shavings from inside the saw
before sawing wood again.
THE SANDPAPER BELT
NOTE: A sandpaper belt sands very rapidly. Practice with
some scraps of wood before you try to sand your
workpiece with the band saw.
NOTE:_;_ead the instruction manual carefully for "BLADE
GUIDES AND SUPPORT BEARINGS", "BLADE TENSION"
AND "BLADE TRACKING".
1. Open the wheel covers and loosen the blade tension.
2. Remove the blade, table insert, and blade guard.
3. Loosen the side set screws on the upper blade support
bearings and blade guides, and push them back as far
as they will go. Tighten the set screws.
4. Do the same on the lower blade support bearing and
blade guides.
5. Install the sanding belt and adjust the tension carefully.
6. Rotate the upper wheel by hand to check the sanding
belt tracking, and adjust if necessary.
7. Close the wheel covers.
NOTE: A new sanding belt wi!l stretch with use, check
the tension and tracking often.
BLADE SPEED SELECTION (FIG. X)
This band saw has two speed settings:
1. 2600 RRM. for normal operation.
2. 1410 RRM. for operation requiring more control.
FIG. X
SPEED APPLICATION BLADETYPE
,,,................. .,,,,,,,,
2600 ERM. 1.Basic woodcutting 1.Skip tooth type
2. Resawing 2.Hook tooth type
3.Regular tooth blades
i4i0 ERM.! l"i']ntricate wood cutt'i'ng
2. Veneers, tiles,
plastics
3. Nonferrous metals;
brass, copper,
aluminum
15 teeth per inch blades

HANGING SPEED SETTING (FBG. Y,Y-1)
avoid injury, turn the switch OFF and disconnect the saw
)m the power source before making any adjustments.
EVER make adjustments with the machine running.
Loosen the idle wheel (6) (FIG. Y-l) by turning the idle
wheel handle (7). (FIG. Y)
Loosen the four motor nuts and slide the motor to
loosen the V-belt tension.
Open the lower wheel cover and reposition the V-belt (3).
A. Changing the speed from 1410 to 2600 FPM:
Remove the belt (3) from the band saw pulley (4)
first, and reposition in the saw pulley groove (t).
Next, remove the belt from the motor pulley (5) and
reposition in the motor pulley groove (1).
S. Changing the speed from 2600 to 1410 FPM:
Remove the belt (3) from the motor pulley (5) first,
and reposition in the motor pulley groove (2).
Next, remove the belt from the saw pulley (4) and
reposition in the saw pulley groove (2).
Slide the motor on the motor mounts to reapply tension
to the Wbelt, and tighten the four nuts.
Turn the idle wheel handle (7) to press the idle wheel (6)
against the V-belt. Close the wheel cover.
)TE: After readjusting belt position and belt tension,
eck and readjust the settings for the blade tension and
cking, guides and bearings. (See ADJUSTMENT section.)
IG.Y
2_
/-4
l MOTOR
--1
FiG. Y-I
6
3
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
For your own safety, turn switch OFF and remove the plug
from power source receptacle before maintaining, cleaning,
adjusting, or lubricating your band saw.
To avoid fire or toxic reaction, never use gasoline, naphtha,
acetone, lacquer thinner or similar highly volatile solvents
to clean the band saw.
To avoid eye injury from blowing debris, wear safety
goggles when blowing out sawdust.
BAND SAW
Sawdust will accumulate under the table and base. This
could cause difficulty in the movement of the table when
setting up a band saw cut, and also cause a fire hazard.
Frequently blow out or vacuum up the sawdust.
Keep your band saw clean. Remove the sawdust from the
inside. Vacuum or blow out frequently.
NOTE': Put a thin coat of paste wax on the table so that the
wood slides easily while cutting.
Do not allow filth to build up on the table, the guides, or the
support bearings. Clean them with Craftsman Gum and
Pitch Remover.
NOTE: Do not immerse the support bearings in the gum
and pitch remover.
BLADE WHEEL TIRES
Pitch and sawdust that build up on the tires should be
removed with a stiff brush or scraped off with a piece of wood.
NOTE: To avoid damaging the tires do not use a sharp
knife or any. kind of solvent.
When the tires become worn they should be replaced.
When replacing the tires, stretch them around the wheels
but do not glue them on.
MOTOR
Frequently blow or vacuum out any sawdust from the
motor. Follow lubrication instruction on the motor label.
To avoid electrocution, or fire, i_mediatety replace a worn,
cut or damaged power cord.
LUBRICATION
All of the bearings are packed with grease at the factory.
They require no further lubrication.
CAUTION: Never put lubricants on the blade while it is
spinning.
CHANGING BELTS
t. Pull the cover knobs to open the wheel covers.
2. Loosen the idle wheel by turning the idle wheel handle.
3. Loosen the motor mount nuts and slide the motor
sideways to loosen the belt tension.
4. Remove the belt from the motor pulley and saw pulley.
NOTE: The blade wheel may need to be removed for
easy access to the pulley belt (See ADJUSTMENT
Section).
5. Place the new belt on the motor pulley and saw pulley
according to the speed desired (See OPERATION
Section).
6. Slide the motor to the side to properly tension the belt,
and tighten the motor mount nuts. Do not overtighten.
NOTE: The belt is properly tensioned if there is 1/2"
flex when the belt is pressed in the center between
pulleys.
7. Turn the idle wheel handle to press the idle wheel
against the belt.
8. Push the cover doors closed before using the band
saw.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
CRAFTSrgAN 12" BAND SAW 137,224120
Toavoid injury from an accidental start, turn the switch OFF and always remove the plug from the power source before
-naking any adjustments.
_,11electrical or mechanical repairs should be done only by qualified service technicians. Contact the nearest Sears
3ervice Center,
GENERAL
Problem
Blade does not run in the
center of the
upper wheel.
Band saw slows down
when cutting.
Blades braking.
Blade dulls too quickly.
Band saw vibrates.
Probabte Cause
1. Not tracking properly.
2. Defective blade.
1. Belt too loose.
2. Cutting too small a radius.
3. Dull blade.
4. Overloading motor.
,
2.
Too much tension on
the blade,
Kink in the blade caused by
cutting too small a radius or
turning the material too fast
when cutting.
I. Blade guides set too close to
the teeth.
2. Cutting incorrect material.
1. Too much tension on
motor belt.
Remedy
1. Adjust tracking. See ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
section "BLADE TRACKING".
2. Replace blade.
1. Adjust belt tension. See ASSEMBLY AND
ADJUSTMENTS section "BLADE TENSION".
2. Stop feeding, back up the material slightly, until the
band saw speeds up.
3. Replace blade.
4. Slow down, you are trying to cut too fast. See
"MOTOR TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE".
1. Adjust tension. See ASSEMBLY AND
ADJUSTMENTS section "BLADE TENSION"
2. Use correct cutting technique.
See OPERATION section "GENERAL CUTTING".
1, Adjust upper and lower blade guides.
2. See OPERATION section "BLADE SELECTION".
1. Adjust according to ASSEMBLY AND
ADJUSTMENTS section, "INSTALL THE BELT'.
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CRAFTSMAN 12" BAND SAW 137.224120
MOTOR
Probmem
Noisy operation.
Probable Cause
1. Incorrect belt tension.
2. Loose motor pulley.
3. Loose pulley cover.
Motor will not start.
Motor will not start and fuse
or circuit breaker opens.
Motor fails to develop
full power.
Motor overheats.
Motor stalls or slows.
Frequent fuse or circuit
breaker failure.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
1. Too many electrical
machines.
2. Incorrect fuse.
3. Wheels do not rotate.
4. Undersized extension cord.
5. Short circuit.
1. Low line voltage.
2. Faulty motor or capacitor.
.
2.
St
Not plugged into power
outlet.
Switch and key not in ON 2.
position.
Motor cord cut or abraded. 3.
Plug on cord is faulty. 4.
Fuse on circuit breaks open. 5.
Faulty motor 6.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
t.
2.
Overload on motor. 1.
Poor ventilation of motor. 2.
Provide better air circulation.
Capacitor failure. 3.
Motor overload. 1
Low line voltage. 2.
Loose wire connections. 3.
Faulty motor. 4.
1
2.
3.
.
2.
3.
4.
1. Motor overload.
2. Overload of electrical circuit.
3. Incorrect fuse or circuit
breaker.
Remedy
t. Adjust tension, See ASSEMBLY AND
ADJUSTMENTS section "INSTALL THE BELT".
2. Readjust and tighten motor pulley set screw.
3. Readjust and tighten pulley cover mounting
screws.
1. Plug it into the power outlet.
Insert key and turn the switch ON.
Take to Sears Service Center for new cord.
Take to Sears Service Center for new plug.
Re-set; may be too many machines on line.
Take to Sears Service Center for repair
or replacement.
Turn off other machines and try again.
Try time delay fuse, or go to circuit with higher
rated fuse or circuit breaker.
Unplug and turn wheels by hand, move
obstruction.
Use correct size extension cord; see page 5.
Cord, plug, or motor need repair; take to Sears
Service Center for repair..
Check power line for proper voltage.
Take to Sears Service Center for evaluation.
Reduce load to motor, feed work slower into blade.
Unplug and clean out around motor; provide
better air circulation.
Take to Sears Service Center for repair.
. Reduce load to motor, feed work slower into blade.
Check power line for proper voltage.
Take to Sears Service Center for repair.
Take to Sears Service Center for repair.
•Reduce load to motor, feed work slower into blade.
Too many electrical appliances on same circuit.
Have electrician upgrade service to outlet.
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RAFTSMAN 12" BAND SAW I37.224120
hen servicing use only CRAFTSMAN replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a HAZARD or cause
oduct damage.
ty attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this band saw may create a HAZARD unless repair is done by a
lalified service technician. Repair service is available at your nearest Sears Service Center,
Order by PART NUMBER, not by key number
KeyNo.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
tl
12
13
14
15
16
17
1B
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PART NUMBER Description Size Qty
3AE00101 Main 0ody EBS-12"(C) t
3AE00201 Bearing Hetder EOS-I 2" 1
3AE00301 Shaft oflower wheel E8S-12"(C) 1
3AE00401 Bat_beanng 0202ZZ 2
3AEOOd01 C _ing S-15 1
3AEO0B01 S_'c_g Attachment EBS-t2"(C) 1
3AEO07Ol Spdng washer 1t#' 3
STD522510 He×,screw !/4"t 3
3AE009Ot Screw (HeadIess) 1f4"1t2" 2
3AE01O01 Screw {HeadJess) 1;4".5/8 _ 1
3AE0t201 Crossheadscrew 3/16"'3;8" 2
3AEO130I Key 5"5*54 1
3AE0t401 Pulley(2Slot) EOS-12"(C)¢180"¢163 t
3AE0150t V-belt LA-27 1
3A£01691 _owerwheet EBSd2"(C) 1
3AE01701 _eel prolector EBS-12"(PU) 2
3AE01801 F_a_washerfor1owerwheel EBS.12"(C) t
STD522500 Hexscrew 1f4"5t8" 1
20 3AE0200! Upperwheelshafthinge EBS-1Z 1
22 3AE02201 Springwasher 3tB" 1
23 3AE0230I Hex.Nut 3t8" 1
24 3AE02401 Bracket EOS-12' 1
25 3AE02501 Hingerod EBS-t2" 1
26 3AE0260t Squaretensionadjustingnut 5t10" 1
27 3AEQ2701 Spring EBS*12"(C) 1
28 3AEO2B01 Guidepostbracket EBS-12"(C) I
29 3AEO2901 Flatwasher 5116%18 3
30 3AE03001 SpringWasher 5V16" 3
32 3AE03201 Upperwheat EBS-12"(C) 1
33 3AE03301 Ring R-32 2
34 3AE03401 BaI_bearing 8002ZZ 2
35 3AE03501 Nut I/2" 2
36 3AE03BOl Ftatwasher 5115%23 1
37 3AE03701 Rollednut 5t10" I
38 3AE0380! Buftediynut 5;t6" 1
39 3AEO3901 StarknobWtl screw 5tlli'2 112" t
40 3AE04®1 Guidebar holder EBS-1Z(C) I
42 3AE04201 Steelptate EBS-12(C) 2
43 3AEO4301 Springwasher 1/4" 4
44 STD522503 Hexscrew 1/4°'3t8' 4
45 3AE0450t Bearingguidered EOS-12"(C) 2
45 3AE04601 Bal!bearing 026ZZ 2
47 3AE04701 Ytypebtock EBS-t2" 2
48 3AE04001 Steelpin 114"25L 4
49 3AE04901 Screw(Headless 1f41"1f2" 4
50 3AE0500l Screw Headless) 1f#"112" 1
52 3AE052{1t Sled bail 114" 1
53 3AE0530! Pointer WA.14"(C) 1
54 3AE05401 Screw(Headless 5116"5fi6" t
55 3AE05501 Springp n 6'20 1
56 3AE05601 Bladeguard EBS-tZ t
57 3AE05701 CrossscrewWiIwasher 114"3f8" 2
58 3AE05801 Fiatwasher If4" 15 4
59 3AEOdgOl Hexscrew 1/4"'318" 4
60 3AE0600I StarknobWfl screw 5116"5/0" 1
61 3AE0610t Tensionscrew EBS-12" 1
52 3AE06201 Lowersupportbracket EBS.12" !
63 3AE06301 Screw(HeadJess) 114"_1f4* 2
64 3AE06401 Fiatwasher 1f4"16 2
55 3AE0,8501 Hexscrew 114"518" 2
66 3AE_O1 MotorWtlpowercord 120V60HZ 1
07 3AE0670I Flatkey 5"5'32.5 !
68 3AE0680t Motorpulley ¢50¢'76(2 Slot) 1
69 3AE0690! Screw(Headless) M6'16 I
70 3AE07001 Flat washer 5116'18 4
7I ST054t031 Hexscrew 5118" 4
KayNo. PARTNUMBER Description Size Qty
72 3AE07201 Idlewheel 1
73 3AE07301 Copperbeadng ¢12'¢t4'20L I
74 3AE0740t ShaftelidJewheel 1
75 3AE07501 C-dog S.12 2
75 3AE0760I Nylonwasher ¢12 2"¢,15'05 2
77 3AE07701 PIate EBS-12"(C) 1
78 3AE07801 Carnagescrew 51!8"3/4" 2
79 3AE07901 Flatwasher 5116"'18 1
00 3AEOB0Ol Nylonnut 5t!6" 1
81 3AE00t01 Handle 51t5" 1
83 3AE08301 Crossheadscrew 3!16"3t8" 2
84 &AE08401 Powercord SJT18"3C'30m751
85 3AEOBd01 PowercordW/__ug SJTl_'3C'2.3m751
86 3AE08601 Strainreliefbushing 6N-4 2
87 3AE08701 Powercordslorage WA-t4"(C) 2
88 3AE0880t C_'essheadscrewWtl washer 3t16"'tt2" 2
89 3AEOBg01 Crossheadscrew 3/16"'3/8" 2
90 3AE0900t Eadhgroundlabel 2
9t 3AE09101 Teethwasher 5ram 2
93 3AE0930I Hexnut 3t16° 2
94 3AEO94Ol Swftchplate SOTO2m/m I
95 3AE09501 CrossheadscrewWtlwasher 31t6"318" 2
96 3AE0960t Switch 1
97 3AE09701 Bracketfor brush WA-14"(C) t
98 3AE09801 Brush EBS-12"(C) 1
g9 3AE09901 SeBtappedscrew 3t16"318" 2
t00 3AE10101 Crosshead screwWtl washer 3,'16"'3t8" 1
101 3AE10101 Spdngplate 4
I03 SAE1030t Door•lower EBS-12" 1
104 3AE1040t Door.upper EBS-12" I
t05 3AE1050I Springcliper EBS-1Z(C) 2
108 3AE10_01 Flatwasher t/4"'I6 2
107 3AE1070! Star knob 1t4" 2
100 3AEt0801 Bracketfortn_.qr_ion EBS-12"(C) 1
109 3AE10901 Pointer My-2OO0P 1
110 8AEI1001 Springwasher 3s'18" 1
tll 3AE1110I Crossheadscrew 3t'10"3f0" 1
t12 3AEl120t Ratwaeher 5f16"18 2
1!3 3AEtt301 Hexscrew 5/16"'1 1f4" 2
114 STD541031 Hexnat 5;15" !
1t5 3AEt1501 Hexecrew 5t16"'3" 1
1t6 3AEl150t Blade g1"'3f8'_0.05 1
tt7 3AEt1701 Table VVA.14"(C) 1
1t8 3AE11801 Tronniondamp shoe WA-14 2
t19 3AEl1901 Hexscrew M10%0 2
120 3AE12001 Trunnion WA-I#' 2
121 3AE12101 Sca_e 45" 1
123 3AE12301 Hexscrew 1t4"518" 6
124 3AE1240t Spdngpin ¢3'10 I
125 3AE!250t Tablepin WA-I4" 1
120 3AEt260t Tableinsed WA-14" 1
I27 3AE12701 Starknob WA.14" 2
t28 3AE12801 Fixtureptateforduslehute EBS-12"(C) 1
129 3AE12901 Springwasher 1t4" 3
130 3AE1300! Hexscrew 114"114" 3
13t 3AE13101 Dust_ule ¢21If2"WA-14" 1
132 3AE1320I Flatwasher 5/16"t8
133 3AE1330t Hex screw 5fi6"'2"
134 STD541031 Nex nut 5t16"
135 3AE13501 Miter gauge assembly WA.14_(C)
138 3AE13601 Hex w_ench 3ram
137 3AE13701 Nameplate
130 3AE13801 Warning label
139 3AE!3901 Motor label
140 3AE14001 Flat washer 3/8"22"1T
141 3AE1410t Fiat washer 5116"'23
142 137224120001 Manual
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CRAFTSMAN 12" BAND SAW LEG STAND
CRAFTSMAN 12" BAND SAW LEG STAND 137.224120
When servicing use only CRAFTSMAN replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a HAZARD or cause
product damage+
Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this band saw may create a HAZARD unless repair is done by a
qualified service technician. Repair service is available at your nearest Sears Service Center.
Order by PART NUMBER, not by key number
Key No. PART NUMBER Description Size Qty
1 3AD30101 Stand Top Plate 1
2 3AD30201 Leg 4
3 3AD30301 Lower bracket (short) 2
4 3AD3040! Lower bracket (long) 2
5 3AD30501 Screw 32
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6 3AD30601 Washer 32
7 3AD30701 Nut 1/4x5/8 32
8 3AD31001 Pad 4
9 3AD31101 Miter gauge storage 1
10 3AD31201 Screw 2
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