Craftsman 315.220380 User manual

Owner's Manual
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i PROFESSIONAL I
10 in. Stationary
RADIAL ARM SAW
Model No.
315.220380
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future reference.
CAUTION: Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before first use of this
product.
Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 LISA
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• Safety
•Features
•Assembly
•Operation
•Maintenance
•Parts List ®

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RADIAL ARM SAW
Ifthis CItRFTSMRN'Radial Arm Saw fails,dueto a defect inmaterialor workmanshipwithinone year fromthe
date of purchase, Sears willrepair it,free ofcharge.
Contacta Sears Service Center for repair.'
If thisproductisused for commercial'orrentalpurposes,this warrantyappliesonlyfor 90 daysfrom thedate of
purchase.
Thiswarranty givesyou specificlegal rights,and you may also have otherrightswhichvaryfrom state tostate.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Yoursaw has many features for makingcuttingoperations more pleasantand enjoyable.Safety,performance
and dependabilityhave been giventop priorityin the design ofthissaw makingiteasy to maintainand operate.
_l, CAUTION: Carefullyread throughthisentireowner's manualbeforeusingyournew saw.Pay close
attentionto the RulesFor Safe Operation, and all Safety AlertSymbols,includingDanger,Warning and
Caution. Ifyou use yoursaw properlyand onlyfor what itis intended,you willenjoyyears ofsafe, reliable
service.
_k Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attentionf!! Your safety is
involved.
,_ WARNING:
The operationof any powertoolcan resultinforeignobjectsbeing thrownintoyoureyes,
whichcan resultin severe eye damage. Before beginningpowertooloperation,always wear
safety gogglesor safety glasses withside shieldsand a full face shield when needed. We
recommendWide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglassesor standardsafety glasses
withside shields,available at Sears Retail Stores.
•Warranty and Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 2
•Table of Contents.......................................................................................................................................... 2-3
•Rules For Safe Operation............................................................................................................................. 4-7
•Electrical........................................................................................................................................................ 8-9
•ProductSpecificationsand Glossary........................................................................................................ 10-t 1
•Unpackingand Accessories.......................................................................................................................... 11
•Loose PartsList........................................................................................................................................ 12-14
•Tools Needed................................................................................................................................................. 15
•Labels........................................................................................................................................................ 16-17
•Features.................................................................................................................................................... 18-21
•Assembly................................................................................................................................................... 22-36
AssemblingLeg Stand ................................................................................................................................... 22
MountingSaw to Leg Stand........................................................................................................................... 23
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AttachingElevating Handwheel..................................................................................................................... 23
InstallingtheYoke Assembly......................................................................................................................... 24
Removingthe Blade....................................................................................................................................... 25
AttachingTable Supports.............................................................................................................................. 25
Settingthe Arm Lock Knob............................................................................................................................ 26
Settingthe Yoke Clamp ................................................................................................................................. 26
Settingthe Bevel LockLever......................................................................................................................... 27
Tighteningthe Armand Column.................................................................................................................... 28
Adjustingthe ColumnTube ...................................................................................................................... 28-29
Adjustingthe CarriageBearings.................................................................................................................... 30
Levelingthe Table Supports.......................................................................................................................... 31
Installingthe FrontTable ............................................................................................................................... 32
Levelingthe FrontTable ................................................................................................................................ 33
InstallingRear Table, SpacerTable, Fence, and Clamps........................................................................ 33-34
Installing Bladeand BladeGuard .................................................................................................................. 34
:AligningRivingKnifeto Blade........................................................................................................................ 35
InstallingRipScale Indicators........................................................................................................................ 36
•Adjustments................................................................ :;,............................................................................ 36-42
Aligningthe Armfor CrossCuts .................................................................................................................... 37
Aligningthe Bladeto Table at 0" Bevel ......................................................................................................... 38
SquadngBlade to Fence ............................................................................................................................... 39
ParallelingBladetoTable .............................................................................................................................. 40
Aligningthe Rip Scale Indicators ................................................................................................................... 41
InstallingControlCut Device ......................................................................................................................... 42
•Operation .................................................................................................................................................. 43-53
Basic Operationofthe Radial Arm Saw ........................................................................................................ 43
Types of Cuts ................................................................................................................................................. 43
Switchand Switch Key................................................................................................................................... 44
Causes ofK_ckback....................................................................................................................................... 44
.AvoidingKickback.......................................................................................................................................... 44
CuttingAids.................................................................................................................................................... 45
Making aCrossCut ....................................................................................................................................... 46
Making a Miter Cut......................................................................................................................................... 47
Makinga Bevel Cut........................................................................................................................................ 48
Making a CompoundCrossCut..................................................................................................................... 49
RipCut Hazards and Precautions................................................................................................................. 50
SettingUp a RipCut ................................................................................................................................. 50-51
Making a RipCut ........................................................................................................................................... 51
Making Other Cuts ......................................................................................................................................... 52
CuttingLongWorkpieces............................................................................................................................... 52
Non-ThroughCuts ......................................................................................................................................... 53
•Maintenance .................................................................................................................................................. 54
•Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................................ 55-59
•ExplodedView and Repair PartsUst ....................................................................................................... 60-81
•PartsOrdering/Service .................................................................................................................... backpage
3 CRIIFTSHAN"RADIALSAW315.220380

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and
the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do
not by themselves eliminate any danger. The Instructions or warnings they give ere not substitutes for
proper accident prevention measures.
SYMBOL
A
A
&
Note:
MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Indicatesdanger, warningor caution.May beused in conjunctionwithothersymbolsor
pictographs.
DANGER: Failuretoobey a safetywarningwillresultin seriousinjuryto yourselforto others.
Alwaysfollow thesafety precautionsto reducethe riskoffire, electricshockand personalinjury.
WARNING: Failureto obeya safety warningcan resultin serious injuryto yourselforto others.
Alwaysfollow thesafety precautionsto reducethe riskoffire, electricshockand personalinjury.
CAUTION: Failureto obeya safety warningmay resultin propertydamage or personalinjuryto
yourselfor toothers. Alwaysfollow the safety precautionsto reducethe riskoffire, electdcshock
and personalinjury.
Advisesyou of informationor instructionsvitaltothe operationor maintenanceofthe equipment.
IMPORTANT
Servicingrequiresextremecare and knowledgeofthe
systemand shouldbe performedonlybya qualified
service technician.For servicewe suggestyoucontact
your nearestSears repaircenter. Alwaysuse odginal
factory replacementpartswhen servicing.
If you havequestionsabouttermsinthe following
rules, refertothe GlossaryofTerms for Woodworking
or the Featuressection.
_l, WARNING: Do not attemptto operatethistool
untilyou have readthoroughlyand understand
completelyall instructions,safety rules,etc.
containedin thismanual. Failureto comply can
resultin accidentsinvolvingfire, electdcshock,
or sedous personal injury.Save owner'smanual
and review frequently for continuing safe
operation,and instructingotherswho may use
thistool.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL.Read the owner's
manualcarefully.Learnthe saw's applicationsand
limitationsas well as the specificpotentialhazards
relatedto thistool.
•DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Do not use powertoolsnear gasolineor other
flammable liquids,in damp or wet locations,or
expose themto rain. Keep the work area well lit.
•KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All
visitorsshouldwear safety glasses and be kept a
safe distancefrom workarea. Do notlet visitors
contact the toolor extensioncordwhileoperating.
•KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Clutteredwork
areas and work benchesinviteaccidents. DO NOT
leave toolsor pieces ofwood on the sew while itis
in operation.Keep floorsclean and free of saw-
dust.
•MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep toolssharp
and clean for better and safer performance. Follow
instructionsfor lubricatingand changingaccesso-
des.
•MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF with padlocks
and masterswitchesor by removingswitchkeys.
• USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not
force thetoolor attachmentto do ajob itwas not
designedfor. Use it onlythe way itwas intended.
DRESS PROPERLY, Do notwear looseclothing,
gloves, neckties,rings,bracelets, or otherjewelry.
They can getcaught and draw you intomoving
pads. Nonslipfootwearisrecommended.Also
wear protectivehaircovedngto containlonghair.
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE
SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasseshave onlyimpact-
resistantlenses;they are NOT safety glasses.
•NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Sedous injurycould
occur ifthe toolistipped or ifthe bladeis uninten-
tionallycontacted.
•DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep properfootingand
balanceat all times.
•SECURE WORK. Useclamps or a viseto hold
workwhen practical.It's saferthan usingyour
handand frees bothhandsto operatethe tool.
I]IIIFTSHIIN"RADIAL SAW 315.220380 4

n USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make
sureyour extensioncordisin good condition,Use
onlyacord heavyenoughto carrythe currentyour
productwilldraw.An undersizedcordwillcause a
dropin linevoltage resultingin loss ofpowerand
overheating.A wiregage size (A.W.G.) of at least
14 is recommendedfor an extensioncord25 feet
or lessin length.If in doubt,use the next heavier
gage. The smallerthe gage number,the heavier
thecord.
MAVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch
is offwhen pluggingin the tool.
•REMOVE WRENCHES AND ADJUSTING KEYS.
Get in the habitof checking- beforeturningon the
tool- thathex keys and adjustingwrenchesare
removedfrom tool.
DISCONNECT ALL TOOLS. When not in use,
beforeservicing,orwhen changingattachments,
blades, bits,cutters,etc., all toolsshouldbe
disconnectedfrom the power supply.
•DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It willdo thejob
better and more safelyat the rate for whichit was
designed.
•BEFORE MOUNTING, DISCONNECTING OR
REMOUNTING THE MOTOR; unplugthe saw and
removethe switchkey.
_IL WARNING: When servicing,use onlyidentical
Craftsmanreplacementparts.Use of anyother
partsmay create a hazard or damage product.
•CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Beforeusingthe tool
again, check any damaged parts,includingguards,
for properoperationand performance.Check •
alignmentof movingparts,bindingof movingparts,,
breakage of parts, saw stability,mounting,and any
other conditions thatmay affect itsoperation.A
damaged part mustbe propedyrepairedor re- •
placed bya qualifiedservicetechnicianat aSears
repaircenter to avoidriskof personalinjury.
USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Use the right
blade stylefor thematerial and the type of cut.
Use onlyblades markedfor at least5,000 rpmand
10 in. or smaller,with e 5/8 in.arbor hole.
•KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and Ingood working
order.This includesthe blade guard,the dving
knife, and the anti-kickback pawls.
•CHECK DIRECTION OF FEED. When dpping,
feed work into a bladeor cutteragainstthe direc-
tionof rotation ofthe bladeor cutter.
•NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAI"rENDED.
TURN THE POWER OFF. Do not leavethe tool
untilitcomes to a completestop.
•USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Using
improperaccessories may riskinjury.Consultthe
Accessoriessection for recommendedaccesso-
des.
MUSE ONLY SEARS REPLACEMENT PARTS. All
repairs,whether electricalor mechanical,should
be made bya qualifiedservicetechnicianat a
Sears repaircenter.
NEVER USE THIS TOOL IN AN EXPLOSIVE
ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparkingofthe motor
could ignitefumes.
MAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE
LIGHTING to see the workand that no obstruc-
tionswillinterferewithsafe operation BEFORE
performingany work usingthis tool.
DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT
TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches
replaced bya qualified servicetechnicianat a
Sears repaircenter.
•GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by
preventingbodycontactwith groundedsurfaces
suchas pipes,radiators,ranges, refrigerator
enclosures.
MGROUND ALL TOOLS. See Electricalpage.
•WEAR A DUST MASK to keep frominhalingfine
particles.Use wooddustcollectionsystems
wheneverpossible.
mPROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear headng
protectionduringextended periodsofoperation.
•DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL WHILE UNDER
THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR
ANY MEDICATION.
STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch
what youare doingand use commonsense. Do
not operate tool when you are fired. Do not
rush.
AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND
POSITIONS where a sudden slipcould cause your
handto move intothe blade. ALWAYS make sure
you havegood balance.
5CRRFTSNRrRADfALSAW315._80

•GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK, Kickbackcan
occurwhen the bladestalls,drivingthe work piece
backtoward theoperator. It can causeyourhand
tocontact theblade, resultingin seriouspersonal
injury.Stay outof the blade pathand turnswitch
offimmediatelyit bladebinds or stalls.
•DO NOT USE A PERSON AS A SUBSTITUTE
FOR A TABLE ifadditional supportisneeded. Use
a supportthe same heightas thetable.
•USE A SUPPORT FOR THE SIDES AND BACK
OF THE SAW TABLE when sawingwide or long
workpiecesto minimizethe riskofblade pinching
and kickback.Use a sturdy"outrigger" supportto
preventtippingif a table extensionmore than24
incheslongis attached tothe saw.
• CUT ONLY WOOD, PLASTIC OR WOOD-LIKE
MATERIALS. Do notcut metal•
•BEFORE MAKING A CUT, be sure all adjustments
are secure.
I NEVER cut more than one piece at a tnme.DO
NOT STACK more than one workpieceon the saw
table at a time.
lDO NOT REMOVE THE SAW'S BLADE GUARD.
Never operate the saw withthe bladeguard
removed. Make sure all guardsare operating
properlybeforeeach use.
•NEVER PERFORM ANY OPERATION FREE-
HAND. Always place the workpieceto becut on
the saw table and positionitfirmlyagainst the
fence as a backstop.
• USE THE RIP FENCE. Always use a fence or
straightedge guide when ripping.
•BE SURE THE BLADE PATH IS FREE OF
NAILS. Inspectfor and remove all nailsfrom
lumberbefore cutting.
•BE SURE THE BLADE CLEARS THE WORK-
PIECE. Never startthe saw withthe bladetouching
the stock.
• KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA.
Do not reach underneathwork or in blade cutting
path with yourhandsand fingers for any reason.
Always turnthe poweroffwhen cut iscomplete.
•USE A PUSHBLOCK OR PUSHSTICK in ripmode
for workpiecesso smallthat yourfingersgo under
the bladeguard. NEVER TOUCH BLADE or other
movingpartsduring use, for any reason.
l
ALLOW THE MOTOR TO COME UP TO FULL
SPEED beforestartinga cutto avoid bladebinding
or stalling.
ALWAYS PUSH THE WORKPIECE when ripping;
never pullittowardthe saw.
DO NOT FEED THE MATERIAL TOO QUICKLY.
Do notforce the workpieceagainsttheblade.
ALWAYS TURN OFF SAW before disconnecting
it, toavoidaccidentalstartingwhen reconnecting
to thepowersupply.NEVER leave the saw
unattendedwhile connectedto a powersource.
•BEFORE CHANGING THE SETUP, REMOVING
COVERS, GUARDS, OR BLADE; unplugthe saw
and removethe switchkey.
•KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM
OIL AND GREASE. Always usea clean cloth
when cleaning. Never usebrake fluids,gasoline,
petroleum-basedproducts,or anysolventsto
clean tool.
•KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP AND WITH
SUFFICIENT SET. Sharpbladesminimizestalling
and kickback•Keep bladesfree of rust,grease,
and pitch.
_i, WARNING: Blade coastsafterbeingturnedoff.
USE ONLY OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS.
Use onlyextensioncordswiththe marking"Ac-
ceptablefor use withoutdoorappliances; store
indoorswhile notin use," Use extensioncordswith
an electricalratingnot lessthan thesaw's rating.
Alwaysdisconnectthe extensioncordfromthe
outletbeforedisconnectingthe productfromthe
extensioncord.
INSPECT TOOL CORDS AND EXTENSION
CORDS PERIODICALLY and, ifdamaged, have
repairedbya qualifiedservicetechnicianat a
Sears repaircenter. Stay constantly aware ofcord
locationand keep it wellaway fromthe moving
blade.
DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yankthecordto
disconnectitfrom receptacle.Keep the cordfrom
heat, oil, and sharpedges.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them
frequently and use to instruct other users. If you
loan someone this tool, loan them these instruc-
tionsalso.
SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS
IHF{'INAr RADIALSAW315.220380 6

M SECURE THE SAW. Firmlyboltthe saw tothe leg
stand to keepthe saw fromtipping,walking,or
sliding.
BDO NOT SET UP WORK WITH THE BLADE
SPINNING. Keep the saw poweroffuntilyou are
ready to use it.
M RIP ONLY WORKPIECES LONGER THAN THE
BLADE'S DIAMETER. Never ripa pieceof wood
that isshorterthan the diameterof the blade.
m NEVER LOWER AN UNLOCKED REVOLVING
CUI-rlNG TOOL. Alwayslock thecarriage lock
knobbefore loweringthe blade.
M SHUT OFF THE POWER TO FREE A JAMMED
GUARD. Press the switchoff beforeputtingyour
hands near the blade. Wait forthe bladeto stop,
then free the guard.
BLOCK THE SAW BEFORE MOVING IT. Secure
the radial armwith the arm lockknob. Secure the
carriage withthe carriage lockknob.
BPOSITION THE WORKPIECE WITH THE FIN-
ISHED SIDE DOWN. If theanti-kickbackpawls
catchthe woodto stop kickback,they couldmar
thetop surface or cause splintering.
M POSITION THE WORKPIECE SO NO ONE MUST
STAND IN LINE WITH THE BLADE. Ifkickbackor
climboccurs, a helper,operator, or observerin the
sawblade path couldbe seriouslyinjured.
M POSITION THE CUT SO THE WASTE PART
FALLS OFF. Never use a lengthstopon the free
end ofthe workpiece. Never applyforceto thefree
end or holditwhilethe sawblade isrotating.
WARNING: In a ripcut, holdingthe cut-offedge
behindthe blade can causethe cut edges to
pinch,riskingkickback.It couldcause the blade
toclimbover the frontedge ofthe woodand
contactyourhand.
nBEFORE STARTING EACH CUT, check thatno
play existsin the carriage. Be sure the arm, yoke
and bevel locksand clamps are tight.Verify the
blade, aUhandles, bladewashers, and bladenuts
are secure.
M BEFORE MAKING A CUT, test the upperand
lowerblade guardsfor free movement up and
down. Positionthe nose of theguard tojust clear
the workpiece.
M AVOID KICKBACK AND POSSIBLE INJURY by
preventingheeling,grabbing,and pinching.
•BEFORE CUTTING, positionand tightenthe blade
guard and anti-kickbackpawls.Test the pawls to
make sure theywould stop kickbackifitstarted.
Keep the pointssharp.
MKEEP THE SAW BLADE PATH CLEAR. Position
the saw toallow enoughroomon all sides so
neitherthe operatornora visitorstands in linewith
the sawblade.
M AVOID HEELING by adjustingthe saw bladeso it
exactlyparallelsthe fence duringrippingopera-
tions.
MAVOID GRABBING in ripmode by keepingthe
saw bladecorrectly adjusted and byfeeding the
work fromthe infeedside (oppositetheanti-
kickbackpawls).
BAVOID PINCHING by usinga rivingknife and
sharpsaw blade. Keep the work positionedfirmly
againstthefence.
BUSE IN-RIP WHENEVER POSSIBLE by position-
ingthe work sothe blade isbetween (inside)the
columnand the motor.
m NEVER ADJUST GUARD, PAWLS, OR BLADE
WITHOUT DISCONNECTING THE POWER.
Alwaysturnoffthe switchand unplugthe cord
beforefreeing a jammed blade, tighteninga loose
blade, or repositioningthe guardor pawls.
,_ CAUTION: Do notturnthe motorswitchon and
off rapidly.This can loosenthe sawblade.
nNEVER CUT MORE THAN ONE PIECE OF
WOOD AT A TIME. The feed willbe unevenand
couldcause the bladeto pick up one or more
piecesand cause seriousinjury.
BTURN OFF SAW IF A STRANGE NOISE OR
HEAVY VIBRATION OCCURS. Immediatelyturn
offthe saw, locatethe source, and correct the
problembeforeusingthe saw further.
UPOSITION THE CUT SO THE BLADE WILL NOT
EXTEND BEYOND THE EDGE OF THE TABLE.
iKEEP THE GUARDS IN PLACE AND THE WORK
SURFACE CLEAR DURING A CUT. Small objects
or woodsliverscan ricochetfrom the blade intothe
fence and backtowardthe operator. Ifthe blade
loosensslivers, removethem witha stick, notyour
hand.
• IN A RIP CUT, DO NOT LET GO OF THE WORK-
PIECE UNTIL THE CUT IS COMPLETE. When the
workpiece isfedintothe blade, pushthe workpiece
all the way pastthe blade.
7CRAFTSHQN'RADIALSAW315.220380

EXTENSION CORDS
Use only3-wire extensioncordsthat have3-prong
groundingplugsand 3-pole receptaclesthataccept
the tool'splug.When usinga powertoolat a consider-
able distancefrom the powersource, usean exten-
sioncord heavyenoughto carrythecurrent thatthe
toolwilldrew. An undersizedextensioncordwill
cause a drop in linevoltage, resultingin a lossof
power and causingthe motortooverheat. Use the
chart providedbelowto determinethe minimumwire
size requiredin an extensioncord. Only roundjack-
eted cordslistedby Underwriter'sLaboratories(UL)
shouldbe used.
Length of Extension Cord Wire Size (A.W.G.)
Up to25 feet 14
26-100 feet 12
When workingwith thetooloutdoors,use an exten-
sioncordthat isdesignedforoutside use. This is
indicatedbythe lettersWA on the cord'sjacket.
Before usingan extensioncord, inspectitfor Looseor
exposedwires and cutor worninsulation.
_1_ CAUTION: Keep the cordaway from the cutting
area and positionthe cordsothat itwillnot be
caught on lumber,tools,or otherobjectsdudng
cuttingoperations.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Your Sears Craftsman Radial Arm Saw ispowered by
a precisionbuiltelectricmotor.It shouldbe connected
to a power supply that Is 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only
(normal household current). Itshouldbeconnected
to a 240 volt power supplyonly If It has been reset
according to the Instructions in this manual.The
motorhas been set at thefactory for 120 volts;if itis
reconnectedto operate at 240 volts,the main power
cord plugand any receptaclemustbe replacedwith
devices rated for 240 volts.Thistoolwillnotoperate
on directcurrent(DC). A substantialvoltagedropwill
cause a lossof power and the motorwill overheat. If
the saw does not operatewhen plugged intoan outlet,
doublecheckthe power supply.
SPEED AND WIRING
The no-load speed ofyoursaw isapproximately3,600
rpm. Thisspeed isnot constant.Forvoltage, the
wiringin a shopisas importantas the motor'shorse-
power rating.A line intendedonlyfor lightscannot
propedycarry a powertoolmotor.Wire that is heavy
enoughfor a shortdistancewillbe too lightfor a
greater distance. A linethatcan supportone power
tool may not be able tosupporttwoor three tools.
GROUNDINGINSTRUC_ONS
In theevent of a malfunctionor breakdown,grounding
providesa path ofleast resistancefor electriccurrent
toreducethe riskof electricshock.This toolis
equippedwithan electriccordhavingan equipment-
groundingconductorand a groundingplug.The plug
mustbe pluggedintoa matchingoutletthat ispropedy
installedand groundedin accordancewithall local
codes and ordinances.
Do not modifythe plugprovided.Ifit willnot fit the
outlet,have the properoutletinstalledbya qualified
electrician.Improperconnectionof theequipment-
groundingconductorcan resultina riskof electric
shock.The conductorwith insulationhavingan outer
surfacethat isgreen withor withoutyellowstripesis
the equipment-groundingconductor.If repairor
replacementofthe electriccordor plugis necessary,
do notconnectthe equipment-groundingconductorto
a liveterminal.
Check with a qualifiedelectricianor servicepersonnel
ifthe groundinginstructionsare notcompletely
understood,or if indoubt asto whetherthetool is
properlygrounded.
Repair or replacea damaged or worncordimmedi-
ately.
Thistool isintendedfor useon a circuitthat hasan
outletlikethe one shownin Figure I. Italso has a
groundingpinlikethe one shown. 1
PIN COVEROFGROUNDED
OUTLETBOX Fig. 1
CRAFTSMAN"RADIAL SAW 315,220380 8

CHANGING VOLTAGE
See Figures2-4.
Your radial saw has been set up at the factoryto
operateefficientlyon a 120V AC singlevoltagecircuit.
However, if heavyduty operationisrequired,the
circuitsare overloaded,or the circuitis lowvoltage,
have a qualifiedelectdcianchangethe voltageonthe
main power systemtoa 240V AC voltagecircuit.
_l, WARNING: The controlcut device isset up for
a 120V AC singlevoltagecircuit.Do not modify
the control cut cord. Identifythe controlcut
cord and tie itbackout ofthe way.
•Correctlyidentifythe controlcutcord, unplugit,
and set itaside.
•Unplugthe main powercord.
•Remove the blade following the procedureinthe
Assemblysection.
•Remove the pan head screwabove theblade
arbor on the motorcover. Liftmotorcoverto
expose switch.See Figure2.
•Use a small screwdriverto slidethe dualvoltage
switchto the 240V position.See Figures3 and 4.
•Reinstallmotorcover.
•Replace the 120V plugon the main cordwith a UL
listed240V, 15 amp, 3-prongplug.
•Followthe instructionsprovidedwiththe UL listed
plug.
•Plugthe cord intoa 240V, 15 amp, 3-blade recep-
tacle. Make sure the receptacleisconnected to a
240V AC powersupplythrougha 240V'bmnch
circuitthat hasa 15 ampfuse orcircuitbreaker.
Note: No adapter isavailable for thistype of plugor
receptacle.
PANHEADSCREW
M_ORC_ER
LIFTMOTORCOVERTOEXPOSESWITCH
SUDEASSHOWNFORSINGLEVOLTAGECIRCUITS
SWITCHSHOWNIN110-120VOLTPosmoN Fig. 3
LIFTMOTORCOVERTOEXPOSESWITCH
SLIDEASSHOWNFORDUN.VOLTAGECIRCUITS
SWITCHSHOWNIN220-240VOLTPOSmONFig. 4
0
BLADEARBOR Fig. 2 9 CnFT|NIIN"RADIALSAW315.220380

BladeArbor 5/8 in.
Blade Diameter 10 in.
Blade Bevel Angle 0" - 90"
Radial Arm Swing Range 50" left - 90" right
Blade Height Adjust 5.35 in.
Carriage Travel 17.25 in.
CuttingCapacity- MaximumCross Cut 15.50 in.
CuttingCapacity - MaximumOut-Rip 26 in.
CuttingCapacity- MaximumIn-Rip
Depth ofCut at 90"
Depthof Cut at 45"
Table Size
TableHeight
Rating
Input
No LoadSpeed
16 in.
3 in.
2.25 in.
40 x 27.75 x 1 in.
36 in.
120V/240V 60 Hz -AC only
13.0/6.5 Amperes
3,600 RPM
Bevel Cut
A cutmade acrossa workpiecewiththe blade at any
angle otherthan 90°to the table surface.
Chamfer
A cut removinga wedge froma blocksothe end (or
partof it) isangled ratherthan at 90 degrees.,
Climb
A hazard in whichthe blade=climbs" overand out of
theworkpiece, pullingthe stockout of the operator's
handsor runningacross theworkpiece.
Compound Cut
A crosscut withbotha miterangle and a bevel angle.
Cross Cut
A cuttingoperation withthe bladeparallelto the
carriage arm and the bladeteeth pointingdown. It can
be across or withthe grain, normallyacross the grain
or widthof the workpiece.
Dado Cut
A non-throughcutthat leavesa square notchor
trough;requiresa specialblade.
Featherboard
A deviceto help guideworkpiecesduringripcuts.
Fence
Apiece of woodusedas a edge guidefor the
workplace.Locatedperpendiculartothe carriage arm.
Can be placed at differentdistancesfrom the rear
table edge in combinationwith theother table pieces
and issecured withtable clamps.
Freehand
Dangerouspracticeof makinga out withoutusinga
fence.
Gum
Asticky, sap-based residuefromwood products.
Heel
Alignmentofthe blade tothefence.
Infeed
The side ofthe blade where theblade teethpointup,
oppositethe anti-kickbackpawls.
In-Rip
Atype of ripcut in whichthe blade isbetween the
columnand the motor.
Kerr
The space leftbythe removalofmaterialin acutor
the slotproducedbythe blade ina non-throughcut.
Kickback
A hazard thatcan occurwhen blade bindsor stalls,
throwingworkpieceback towardoperator.
Leading End
The end ofthe workpiecepushedintothe cuttingtool
first.
Miter Cut
A verticalcutmade at anyangle otherthan 0" across
the workpiece.
Molding
A shapingcutthat gives a vaded shapeto the
workpieceand requiresa specialblade.
Out-Rip
Atype of ripcut inwhichthe motoris betweenthe
bladeand the column.(The blade is"outside"the
motor).
Pushatlck
A device usedto feed theworkpiecethroughthe saw
blade duringcuttingoperations.It helpskeepthe
operator'shandswell away fromthe blade.
Rabbet
Atype ofcutthatgives a notchin the edge of a
workpiece.
Resaw
A cuttingoperationto reducethe thicknessofthe
workplaceto make thinnerpieces.
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Resin
A sticky,sap-based substance.
Rip Cut "
In a radial saw, acutmade withthe bladeparallelto
the fence and perpendiculartothe arm. Can be
acrossor with thegrain.The teeth pointup at the
pointofcontactwith the wood,
Sawblade Path
The area directlyin line withthe blade-- over, under,
behind, or in frontof it. Also,the workpiecearea which
willbe or has been cutby theblade.
Set
The distance that the tip of the saw blade tooth is off
sat from the face of the blade.
Throw-Back
Saw throwingbacka workpiecesimilartokickback.
Through Sawing
AnyCuttingoperationwhere the bladeextends
completelythroughtheworkpieca.
Trailing End
The workpieceend lastcut bythe blade ina ripcut.
Workplace
The itemon whichthe cuttingoperationis beingdone.
The surfacesof aworkpieceare commonly referredto
as faces, ends,and edges.
Worktable
The surfaceon whichtheworkpieca restswhile
performingacuttingoperation.
,& WARNING: To preventaccidentalstartingthat
could cause possibleseriouspersonalinjury,
assemble all partsto yoursaw beforeconnecting
itto powersupply.The saw shouldnever be
connected tothe power supplywhen you are
assemblingparts,makingadjustments,installing
or removingblades, or when notin use.
_, WARNING: If any partsare missing,do not
operate thistool untilthe missingpartsare
replaced.Failure todo so couldresultin possible
seriouspersonalinjury.
•Carefullyremove all partsfrom thecarton and
place the saw on a levelworksurface. Separate
and checkagainstthe listoflooseparts.
•Do not discardthepackingmaterialsuntilyou have
carefullyinspectedthe saw, identifiedall parts,and
satisfactorilyoperated yournew saw.
Note: If any partsare damaged or missing,do not
attempttoplug inthe powercord and turnthe
switchon untilthe damaged or missingparts
are obtainedand are installedcorrectly.
The followingrecommendedaccessoriesare currentlyavailableat Sears RetailStores.
•Steel and carbide tippedcircularsaw blades •Adjustabletaper jig
•Hold down clamps •Sawdustcollectorshroud
•Saw baskets
WARNING: The use ofattachmentsor accessoriesnotlistedmightbe hazardous.
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Checkall looseparts fromthe box withthe listbelow.Use the instructionson the followingpages to assemble.
Allfasteners are shownactual size.
f. Saw Assembly.................................................... 1
SAWASSEMBLYSHOWNASPACKED
21 ElevatingHandwheel
A. Handwheel................................................... ;. 1
B. Screw (10-24 x 5/8 In. Soc. Hd.).................... 1
C. StarWasher................................................... 1
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3; BladeWrench..........;.......................................... 2
4. Hex Key
A. 3/16 In. Hex Key............................................. 1
B. 1/4 in.Hex Key............................................... 1
Fig.6A
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Checkall loosepartsfromthe box withthe listbelow. Use the Instructions on the followingpages to assemble.
Allfasteners are shownactual size.
5. Saw Base To Leg Stand Assembly
A. Saw Assembly(not shown) ........................... 1
B. Leg Stand Assembly(notshown).................. 1
C. Hex bolt (5/16-18 x 5/8 in.Hex Head) ........... 4
D. Washer (5/16 in.) ........................................... 8
E. Lockwasher (5/16 in.) ................................... 4
F. Hex Nut (5/16-18) ........................................... 4
C D E F
9. Fence.................................................................. 1
10. LevelingHardware for FrontTable
A. Screw(1/4-20 x 1-3/4 in.) .............................. 1
B. Washer........................................................... 1
C. U-clip.............................................................. 1
D. Setscrew........................................................ 1
6. Hardware for FrontTable
A. Fronttable ...................................................... 1
B. Screw (1/4-20 x 1 in.)..................................... 4,
C. Washer (1/4 in.) ............................................. 4
D. Lockwasher (1/4 in.) ..................................... 4
11. Scale Indicator
E. Tee nut........................................................... 1
AB
D E
A. Screw............................................................. 4
B. Speed Nut ...................................................... 2
C. Indicator......................................................... 2
D. SwitchKey..................................................... 2
7, RearT:ble .....................:.................:................:.I
8. Spacer Table ...................................................... 1
Fig. 6B
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Check all loosepartsfrom the boxwith the listbelow. Usethe instructionson the followingpages toassemble.
Allfasteners are shownactual size.
12. Table Support
A. Table SupportRails ....................................... 2
B. Square head bolt(5/16-18 x 314in.).............. 4
C. Flatwasher (5/16 in,)..................................... 4
D. Lockwasher (5/18 in.) ................................... 4
E. Hex nut(5/16-18) ........................................... 4
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13. Table Clamp....................................................... 2
A. Thumb screw(2) ............................................ 2
B. Squarenut ..................................................... 2
C. Table clampbracket ...................................... 2
D. Cupwasher.................................................... 2
B
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14. Owner's Manual (notshown) ............................. 1
15. Leg Stand ........................................................... 1
A. Leg ................................................................. 4
B. Long bottom brace ......................................... 2
C. Long top brace ............................................... 2
D. Shortbottom brace ........................................ 2
E, Short top brace .............................................. 2
F. Foot ................................................................ 4
G. Screw (1/4-20 x 5/8 in.) ............................... 40
H. Star washer .................................................. 40
I. Hex nut (1/4-20) ............................................ 40
J, Hex nut (3/8-16) .............................................. 8
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Thefollowingtoolsareneededforassemblyandalignment.Theyarenotincludedwiththissaw.
HEXKEYS:
S/32In.AND1/8in.
LEVEL
MEDIUMFLAT BLADESCREWDRIVER
#2PHILUPSSCREWDRIVER
PENCIL
SMALLHAMMER
C8
FRAMINGSQUARE
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-ontrol CutSettings
Crospcut
Wood Seftlng Feet
Type Position Minute
Hard A 0-6
Medium B 0-20
Soft C 0-35
B,vel Cr0sscJt
Wood Setting Feet
Type Position Minute
All Types A 0-6
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Wood ISetting Feet
Type [ Position Minute ,
Hard IA 0-6
Mediuml e0-20
Soft I c 0-35
CompoundCr0=scot
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WARNING/ADVERTENCIA
• For your own safety, Read and understand
owner's manual before operating saw.
•This tool has more than one connection to the
power source.
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock or Injury,
disconnect all power connections
•When sarvlclng, usa only Identical
replacement parts.
•Para au segurldad, lea y entlenda el manual del
propletarlo antes de operar la sierra.
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AWARNING
ADVERTENCIA
• Read and understand owners manual
before operating sew.
•For your safety, do not use
accessories without proper guarding.
•Provide proper workplece support
•Position cutting tool behind the
fence.
•With power off and switch key
removed, turn cutting tool by hand to
make sure it does not strike guard,
fence or any other sew parts.
•Pare su segurlded, lea y entlenda el
manual del propletario antes de
operar is sierra.
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Turnpower offandwalt to_bladetostopbeforemovingworkplaceor
changingsattlnp.
DUnglngsawbeforechangingthe bladeorsarviving,
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KNOWYOURRADIALSAW
See Figure9A.
OVERVIEW -The mainoperatingcomponentsinclude
the column,thearm, and the yokeassembly (yoke,
motor,and blade), and theiroperationissummarized
in theparagraph below. Safetyfeatures and control
functionsare givenalso. Spendinga few minutes
reviewingthe illustrationsand features list belowand
on the followingpages to locate these itemswillmake
assemblyeasier.
METHOD OF OPERATION: The column at the back
ofthe saw supportsthe radialarm. The armcan be
raisedor loweredto changethe bladeheightor
swiveledleftand rightfor a mitercut. A yoke fitsinto
a Carriage on the arm, whichcantravel back and
forward.The yokesupportsthe yokeassembly
(motor, blade, and blade guard) and can be pivoted
so the bladefaces right,front,or left. The motorcan
be rotatedto changethe blade angle.
Controlfunctions include1) column height(elevating
handwheel), 2) arm angle (arm lockknob),3) yoke
movementon arm (*carriagelockknob)4) yoke
rotation(*yoke pivotlatchand *yoke lockhandle),and
5) blade bevel (*bevel indexlever and *bevel lock
knob).
Safety features includethe controlcutdevice,the
removableswitchkey, and theblade guard assembly.
Never operatethe saw withoutensudngthese safety
features are in place and functioning correctly.
On aradialsaw, =crosscut"meansa cutparallelto
the arm, and a "ripcut' is perpendiculartothe arm.
There are several ways to make cuts, dependingon
thesize and materialofthe workpieceand the end
resultdesired.
Beforeattemptingtouse yoursaw,familiarize yoursaff
withall operatingfeatures and safety requirementsof
yourSears CraftsmanRadial Arm Saw.
*Shownon following pages
ARMLOCKKNOB
YOKE
CARRIAGE
ANDCOVER
CONTROL
CUTHOUSING
SWITCHANDKEY
BLADEAND
BLADEGUARD COLUMN
MOTOR
ELEVA_NG
HANDWHEEL
Fig. 9A
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FEATURESLIST
See Figures9A-9D.
ADJUSTABLE TABLES -A narrowspacer table and
wider rear table thatcan be repositionedor even
replacedwith differenttables. See Figure 9C.
ANTI-KICKBACK PAWLS - Toothed pawlsthat snag
the workin case of kickbackduring ripcuts. (When
the blade isparallelto the arm, the pawls are in front
of theblade.) Keep the pawlsin placeto reduce risk
of injury.See Figure 9D.
ARM - The assemblyextendingfrom the column,
whichsupportsthe yoke, the motor,and the blade.
See Figure9A.
ARM LOCK KNOB - Controlsarm angle. Use toset
the armto the positivestopsat 0", 45" left,and 45"
rightand tolock the arm inplace. Locatedon top of
arm at front. See Figures9A and gB.
BEVEL INDEX KNOB - Controlsthe bladeangle
between positivestopsat 0", 45", and 90". Located
behindthe handle. See FiguregB.
BEVEL INDEX SCALE -Showsthe blade anglefor
bevel cutsand islocatedbehindthe handle. See
Figure9B.
BEVEL LOCK LEVER - Sets and locksbladeangle. It
islocatedbelowthe handle.See Figure9B.
BLADE -Formaximumperformance,use theCrafts-
man40-tooth, 10 in. carbide-tipped blade provided
withyoursaw. It isa high-qualitycombination blade
suitablefor rippingand crosscutoperations.Blades
recommendedfor otheroperationsare listedinthe
Accessorysectionof thismanual. The blade is
powered bythe main motorand turnedoffby the
switch.See Figure 9D.
_, WARNING: Use onlyblades ratedfor at least
5,000 rpm and recommendedfor useon this
saw. Check withyournearest Sears retailstore.
BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY -Protectiveunitover
the blade, witharivingknife,anti-kickbackpawls,an
upper blade guard,alowerouter bladeguard, and a
lower innerblade guard.Alwayskeep each item in
place unlessspecificallyinstructedto moveit. See
Figures9A and 9D.
BLADE GUARD CLAMP SCREW -Secures the
blade guardtothe motor.Locatedbetween theblade
and the motor. See Figure9D.
MITERSCALE
ARMLOCKKNOB YOKEPIVOTLATCH
YOKE RIP
SCALE(S)
COLUMNTUBE
BEVEL
INDEXKNOB YOKE
LOCKHANDLE
BEVEL
INDEXSCALE
ER MOTOR
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COLUMNSUPPORT

CARRIAGE-Shdesalongtrackunderarmand
supportsyoke. Containedin twocarriage covers,one
on each side ofthe arm. See Figure9C.
CARRIAGE LOCK KNOB -Controlswhetherthe
carriage islockedor can travel Located on the left
side ofthe arm on the carnagecover. See Figure9C.
COLUMN -Updghthousingat the backofthe saw,
consistingofa columnsupportand a column tube.
The columntube can be raisedor loweredwith the
elevating handwheelat the frontof the saw See
Figures9A and 9B.
CONTROL CUT DEVICE -Limitscarriagespeed to
preventclimb, usinga cable from the cardageto the
column.Has a separate motoron left side,whichis
activated bythe switchtriggerin the handle.The
cable returns thecarriage to thecolumnwhen the
motoris notactivated. Speed is adjustedwitha
thumbwheelon the handle. Itrunson a separate
120V AC singlevoltagecircuit See Figure9C.
_i, WARNING: When connecting onlyone of'the
cords,squeeze the switchtdggerinthe handle. If
the mare motorcordaloneisconnected, the
switchtriggerinthe handlewillnotoperatethe
controlcutdevice.The carriage cannot be
advancedwithoutpowertothecontrolcutdevice.
DUAL VOLTAGE -If needed, yourmain power
sourcemay be rewired bya qualifiedelectdcianto
providea240V AC circuit. See the Electricalsection.
DUST GUIDE -Directssawdust,created fromthe cut
being made, inthe directionyou set. Locatedat the
rear ofthe upperblade guard. See Figure9D.
ELEVATING HANDWHEEL -The handwheelbelow
the worktable(in front)that changesthe heightof the
arm and the blade. See Figure 9C.
FENCE -Removable guide forwork,whichextends
across w_dthoftable, See Figure 9C.
FRONT TABLE -Fixed portionofthe worktablethat
supportsthe work.See Figure9C.
HANDLE -Used to pullthe yoke assembly.Mounted
on theyoke tothe rightof the blade. See Figure 9C.
HOLD DOWN -A metal guardto control workpiece
climbdudng ripcuts. When blade parallelsarm, hold
downis overthe back ofthe blade. See Figure9D.
HOLD DOWN KNOB -Controlsplacementofthe hold
downand locksitm place. See Figure 9D.
MITER SCALE - Shows the miterangle settingofthe
arm. See Figure 9B.
TRACK CARRIAGE CARRIAGE
LOCKKNOB ANDCOVER
CONTROL
CUTMOTOR
CONTROL
CUTCABLE
REAR
TABLE
SPACER
TABLE
SWITCH
ANDKEY
CONTROLCUT
THUMBWHEEL
FRONTTABLE
FENCE ELEVATING
HANDWHEEL
Fig. gC
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