10in band saw 135_244200

OWNERS

MANUAL

MODEL NO,244288

CAUTION:

Read Rules for

Safe Operationand Instructions

Carefully 10" BAND SAW

Introduction

OperationMaintenance

Repair Parts

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SOLD BY SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A.

PART NO. SP4998 PRINTED IN U.S.A.

_'- FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN 10" BAND SAW

I If this CRAFTSMAN 10" BAND SAW fails due to a defect in material or workrnanshtp within one year from date of

purchase, Sears will repair it free of charge. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVA LABLE BY SIMPLY RETURNING THE TOOL TO THE NEAREST SEARS STOREOR SERVICE CENTER THOUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

_,_ SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., DEPT. 698/731A SEARS TOWER, CHICAGO, IL 60684

"READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS" Failure to follow the SAFETY RULES listedBE LOW, and other basic safety precautions, may result in serious personal injury.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES3. KEEP WORK AREAS CLEAN. Cluttered areas and

benches invite accidents.

2. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't usepower tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work areawell lit. Do not expose power tools to rain. Do notuse tool in presence of flammable liquids or gases.

3. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Do not let visitors contacttool or extension cord. All visitors should be keptaway from work area.

4. STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools shouldbe stored in dry, high or locked up place--out of thereach of children.

5. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better andsafer at the rate for which it was designed.

6. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool orattachment to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. Don'tuse tool for purpose not intended-for example; don'tuse circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.

7. DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing orjewelry, They can be caught in moving parts. Rubbergloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when

34. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjustingwrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.

15. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Don't carryplugged in tool with finger on switch. Be sure switchis OFF when plugged in.

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OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool isused outdoors, use only extension cords suitable foruse outdoors and marked with suffix W-A (for UL),or W (for CSA).

AVOID GASEOUS AREAS. Do not operate portableelectric tools in gaseous or explosive atmospheres.Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparksmight ignite fumes.

DO NOT ALTER OR MISUSE TOOL. These toolsare precision built. Any alteration or modificationnot specified is misuse and may result in a dangerouscondition.

19. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent

body contact with grounded surfaces. For example;pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.

working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to 20. STAYcontain long hair.

8. USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also face or dust mask ifcutting operation is dusty.

9. DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord oryank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cordfrom heat, oil, and sharp edges.

10. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work.it's saferthan usingyour hand and it frees both handsto operate tool.

11. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing andbalance at all times.

ALERT,common sense.

12. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharpand clean for better and safer performance. Followinstructions for lubricating and changing accessories.Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, haverepaired by authorized service facility. Inspect exten-sion cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keephandles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

13. DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use; before

Watch what you are doing. UseDo not operate tool when you are

tired.

21. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use ofthe tool, a guard or other part that is damaged shouldbe carefully checked to determine that it will operateproperly and perform its intended function. Checkfor alignment of moving parts, binding of movingparts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any otherconditions that may affect its operation. A guard orother part that is damaged should be properly re-paired or replaced. Have defective switches replaced.Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off.

_ Before connecting the tool to a22. power source (receptacle, outlet,

etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as thatspecified on the nameplate of the tool. A powersou rce with voltage greater than that specified for thetool can result in SERIOUS INJURY to the user-aswell as damage to the tool. If in doubt, DO NOTPLUG _N THE TOOL. Using a power source withvoltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful tothe motor.

servicing; when changing blades, bits, cutters, etc.

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r BAND SAW SAFETY RULES -,

O For your own safety, do not attemptto operate your band saw until it is

completely assembled and installed according to theinstructions . . . and until you read and understandthe following:

O GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...See Page 2

® BAND SAW SAFETY RULES .......... See

® GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BAND SAW See Page 6

® OPERATIONS .................... See Page £

@ ADJUSTMENTS ............. See Pages 12 & 13

@ MAINTENANCE ................. See Page 10

STABaL_TY OF SAW

O YOUR BAND SAW MUST BE BOLTED SECURELYTO A STAND OR WORK BENCH. in addition, ifthere is any tendency for the band saw to tip over ormove during certain operations such as cutting longheavy boards, bolt your band saw stand or work-bench to the floor.

LOCATION

® This band saw is intended for indoor use only.

PROTECTION: EYES, HANDS,FACE, EARS AND BODY

• Wear safety goggles and a face shield if operation isdusty. Wear ear plugs or muffs during extendedperiods of operation. Do not wear gloves.., roll longsleeves above the elbow.

O Do not cut pieces of material too small to hold byhand.

e Avoid awkward hand positions where a sudden slipcould cause a hand to move into the blade.

Q Never turn your band saw "ON" before ctearing thetable of all Objects (tools, scraps of wood, etc.)except for the workpiece and related feed or supportdevices for the operation planned.

@ Make sure the blade runs downward toward the table.Always adjust tracking wheel correctly so that theblade does not run off the wheels.

@ Always adjust blade tension correctly.

® ALWAYS adjust the upper blade guide and bladeguard to just clear the workpiece to protect theoperator, to keep blade breakage to a minimum, andto provide maximum support for blade.

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When cutting a large piece of material, make sureit is supported at table height.

Hold the work firmly against the table.

Do not feed the material too fast while cutting. On!yfeed the material fast enough so that the blade willcut. Keep fingers away from the blade.

Use caution when cutting off material which is irreg-ular in cross section which could pinch the btadebefore the cut is completed, A piece of molding forexample must lay flat on the table and not bepermitted to rock while being cut.

Use caution when cutting off round material suchas dowel rods, or tubing. They have a tendency toroll while being cut causing the blade to "bite".Always use a "V" block, or clamp round materia! to amiter gauge.

When backing up the workpiece, the blade may bindin the cut ... .... this is usually caused by sawdustclogging up the cut or because the blade comes outof the guides. If this happens:

Turn off the band saw.., remove plug from powersource outlet, o. remove cover from band saw. Inserta screwdriver or wedge in the cut . . . rotate thewheels by hand while backing up the workpiece.

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Never leave the band saw work area with the poweron, before the machine has come to a complete stop,or without removing and storing the switch key.

Never operate band saw with cover removed.

Do not perform layout, assembly, or setup work onthe table while the cutting tool is rotating.

Turn saw "off" and remove plug from power supplyoutlet before installing or removing an accessory orattachment.

Should any part of this band saw be missing, bent,or fail in any way, or any electrical component fail toperform properly, shut off power switch and removeplug from power supply outlet. Replace damaged,missing, and/or failed parts before resuming opera-tion.

THINK SAFETY

® Safety is a combination of operator common senseand alertness whenever the band saw is in operation.

Do not allow familiarity (gainedQ from frequent use of your bandsaw) to become commonplace. Always rememberthat a careless fraction of a second is sufficient toinflict severe injury.

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DOUBLE INSULATED TOOLS WITH TWO-PRONG PLUGS

Your SEARS _ooi is equipped with a two wire cord a dielectric material. This helps protect you in case ofand two prong plug which can beUsedin standard failure of the standard functional insulation within

120 Volt A_C, outlets: the electrical system. Use only identical replacement

No grounding 0f the to01 is necessary: The housing is parts when service is required.i

, Use of damaged cords can shock, burn or electrocute.i

EXTENSION CORDSReplace damaged or worn cords immediately. Thetable shows the correct size to use, depending oncord length and nameplate amperage rating of tool.If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. An under-sized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resultingin loss of power and over-heating. NOTE: Thesmaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

(Extension Cords are available)

Recommended Minimum Gauge for Cord Extensionsfor Portable Electric Tools.

Wire GaugeChart A.W.G.

t Cord Length in FeetPlateName 120V 25 50 100 150I

, Amps. I 240V I 50 100 200 300

t 5-6 18 16 14 126-8 18 16 12 108-10 18 14 12 10

I 10-12 16 14 10 8I

[ 12-14 16 12 10 8

The operation of any Saw can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which canresult in severe eye damage, Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before commencing powertool operation. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over spectacles or standard safety

glasses, available at Sears Retail or Catalog Stores.

IMPORTANT:Your Band Saw is Preset at the factory for a 1/4" woodcutting blade (included). No thrust roller or

tracking adjustment should be necessary if your inital use is with this blade,

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES ..................... 2 Attaching The Blade ........................ 8

BAND SAW SAFETY RULES .................. 3 Tracking The Blade ......................... 8

DOUBLE INSULATED TOOLS & EXTENSION CORDS .. 4

UNPACKING CONTENTS ..................... 5List of Loose Parts ......................... 5Tools Needed ............................. 5

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BAND SAW ........... 6Guide Bar Lock Knob ....................... 6Thrust Roller Adjustment ..................... 6Table Lock Knob ......................... 6Tilt Scale ............................... 6Blade Guides ............................. 6Tracking Adjustment Knob ................... 6Vacuum Cleaner Hook-Up ................... 6Miter Gauge & Miter Gauge Extension ............. 6Ripping Slot & Housir)gCover Latd_es ............. 7On-Off Switch .............. • ................. 7Variable Speed Control ....................... 7

ASSE MB LY ............................... 7Mounting Band Saw To Workbench ............. 7Installing Upper and Lower Thrust Rollers .......... 8

Preparing The Table ......................... 9

OPERATION ............................... 9

Pre-Operation Check List ..................... 9Using Your Band Saw ....................... 10Sawing Tips ............................. 10

MAINTENANCE ............................. 10

ACCESSORIES ............................. 11Trouble Shooting .................... '. .... 11

ADJUSTMENTS ............................. 12

Adjusting Lower Blade Guides ................. 12Adjusting Lower Thrust Roller ................. 12

Adjusting Upper Blade Guide Assembly ........... 12Adjusting Upper Blade Guides ................. 13Adjusting Upper Thrust Roller ................. 13

Adjusting The Table Square To Blade ............. 13Correcting The Blade ........................ 14Parts Diagram ............................. 15

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f UNPACKI G CONTENTS

The Craftsman model 113.244200 Band Saw is shippedcomplete in one carton.

Separate all parts from packing materials and checkeach one with the illustration and the list of LooseParts to make certain all items are accounted for,before discarding any packing material.

If any parts are missing, do not attempt to assemblethe band saw, plug in the power cord or turn theswitch on until the missing parts are obtained and areinstalled correctly.

For your own safety, never connectplug to power source outlet until

all assembly steps are complete, and you have readand understand the safety and operational instruc-tions.

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Packages of miscellaneous small parts consisting of thefollowing:

KEYNO. PART NAM E QTY.

1. MITER GAUGE ...................... 12. BLADE GUARD ...................... 13. BLADE INSERT ...................... 14. THRUST ROLLER .................... 25. MITER GAUGE SCREW ................ 16. BLADE 1/4" x 62" LONG ............... 17. MITER GAUGE EXTENSION ............... 1

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f TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY

MEDIUM _ MEDIUM PHILLIPS

SCREWDRIVER _ SCREWDRIVER

5/32 inch HEX WRENCH f'_

I/2 inch OPEN WRENCH

_,,,,,,,,, SMALL COMBINATION SQUARE

1/2 inch SOCKET,EXTENSION ANDRATCH ET.

COMBINATION SQUARE MUST BE TRUE

STRAIGHT EDGE OF BOARD3/4" THICK. THIS EDGE MUST BE

DRAW LIGHT LINE ON PERFECTLY STRAIGHT.BOARD ALONG THiS EDGE. ,_\

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SHOULD BE NO GAP OR OVERLAPHERE WHEN SQUARE IS FLIPPEDOVER IN DOTTED POSITION.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BAND SAW12 1

ON/OFF GUIDE BARSWITCH LOCK KNOB

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D CONTROL

BLADE

HOUSING1 COVER 2

LATCH UPPERTH RUSTROLLER

ADJUSTMENT5UPPER

BLADE GUIDESTABLE

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ADJUSTMENTKNOB

COVERRELEASEBUTTON

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BLADE GUIDESUNDER TABLE 2

LOWER THRUSTROLLER ADJUSTMENT

UNDER TABLE

/9 MITER GAUGEEXTENSION

TILT SCALE

MITERGAUGE

7VACUUMHOOK-UP

COVERRELEASEBUTTON

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, GUIDE BAR LOCK KNOB... The upper bladeguides should just clear the workpiece whilecutting. Always adjust the upper guide assemblyand lock the guide bar by tightening the guidebar lock knob before turning on the band saw.

. THRUST ROLLER ADJUSTMENT., . Turningthe adjustment screw moves the thrust roller inor out to support the blade from the rear whilecutting.

3. TABLE LOCK KNOB . , . Turning the knoballows the table to be tilted and locks it in place.

4. TILT SCALE . . . Shows degree table is tilted.

5_ BLADE GUIDES . . . Supports the blade andkeeps it from twisting during operation. Anadjustment is necessary when blades are changedor replaced.

, TRACKING ADJUSTMENT KNOB ... Theblade can be tracked by turning the trackingadjustment knob clockwise or counter-clockwiseuntil the blade runs in the approximate centerof the tires.

. VACUUM HOOK-UP . . . your band saw isequipped with a vacuum hook-up for convenientsawdust removal, {See Maintenance/Motor Page10.)

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MITER GAUGE .. , head is locked in positionat desired angle for crosscutting or mitering bytightening the lock knob. ALWAYS LOCK ITSECURELY WHEN IN USE.

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Notches are provided in the miter gauge forattaching an AUXILIARY FACING to make iteasier to cut long pieces. Be positive facing doesnot interfere with the proper operation of thesaw-blade guard.

Select a suitable piece of smooth straight wood• . . drill two holes through it and attach it withtwo No. 3 flat head screws.

NOTE: When bevel crosscutting, attach facingso that it extends to the right of the miter gaugeand use the miter gauge in the groove to theright of the blade,

MITER GAUGE EXTENSION . Notchesprovided in the miter gaugeare also for attachingthe miter gauge extension, Place extension overmiter gauge and snap in place as shown. The

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miter gauge extension allows you to lower theblade guard within 1/8" of the material to becut without any interference from the bladeguard.

RIPPING SLOT .... Place miter gauge in rippingslot to desired width and tighten screw. (A ripscale is provided for a reference.

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HOUSING COVER LATCHES . . . There areseven tatches to remove the housing cover. Torelease latches, place your index finger at oneend of the latch and gently lift the other endwith your thumb. To lock the latch, press downuntil the open end of the latch snaps securelyover the locking tab. Always make sure thelatches are securely snapped before turning onthe saw.

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ON-OFF SWITCH . . . The On-Off Switch ha.,red locking lever which is included on switcTHISFEATURE tS INTENDED TO PREVE#UNAUTHORIZED AND POSSIBLE HAZAROUS USE BY CHILDREN AND OTHERS.

To UNLOCK switch insert LEVER. To tumachine ON lift END of LEVER up to Cposition.

LOCKING LEVER SWITCH

ON

OFF

To turn machine OFF . . . PUSH lever downOFF position. Never leave the saw until t!cutting tool has come to a complete sto

To LOCK switch in off position remove LEVE

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| TOLOCKSW,TC i After removing, // _I{_L,JIII! i I MAR ABLI locking ever aways _ !!l J, t, IE,,L_ 1! i ! I _PEEDI check to see that t'he _,__ 'till._ III J_f_ONTR01I switch is latched in , _..__7_ It _4_ I I

VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL . . . The ba=saw is equipped with a variable speed contrdial for greater versatility.To increase speed, rotate the dial clockwise. "decrease the speed turn counter-clockwise. Tsaw can be turned off at any speed by pushithe ON/OFF lever to off position.

(See Chart on page 10)

LYMOUNTING BAND SAW TO WORKBENCH

Your band saw is to be used in a permanent location,it must be fastened securely to a firm supportingsurface such as a workbench.

When mounting to a workbench, holes should bedrilled through supporting surface of the workbenchusing dimensions illustrated.

1. Before mounting your band saw, be sure you haveaccess to all sides for assembly and adjustments.

2. Release the latches that secure the band saw cover.Loosen table lock knob, tilt table PRESS COVERRELEASE BUTTON and REMOVE COVER.

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Leg A and B must be bolted securely using 5/16"diameter machine screws, Iockwashers, and 5/16"hex nuts. Bolts must be of sufficient length toaccommodate legs of saw, washers, hex nuts, andthickness of supporting surface.Locate and mark holes where band saw is to bemounted.

Drill (2) 3/8" dia. holes through workbench.

6. Place band saw on workbench aligning holes in footwith holes drilled in workbench.

7. Insert bolts and washers through hole A and B andtighten hex nuts securely.

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_Find a Thrusz Roller among loose parts and insertin upper guide assembly.

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SCREWS _THRUST _ ROLLERROLLER

2. Find a Thrust Roller among loose parts and insert'in lower guide assembly.

LOWER BLADE GUIDES

PHILLIPSSCREWS

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F ATTACHING THE BLADE

1. Remove slotted screw in table.

2. Carefully uncoil the blade holding it at arms length.NOTE: Your band saw can be used with a 1/8",1/4", 3/8" or 1/2" wide blades, 62" long.

3. Turn 1/2" tension adjustment nut CLOCKWISEuntil the blade will fit over all three wheels.

4. Place the blade through the slot in the saw table,with the TEETH POINTING DOWNWARD asshown.

NOTE: In some instances the blade may uncoil"Inside Out" and the teeth will be facing down,but away from the operator. See page 14 forcorrective action.

5. Place the blade between upper and lower bladeguides then over WHEEL (1), (2) and (3)whilecentering the blade approximately on all threewheels.

6. Turn 112" tension adjustment nut COUNTERCLOCKWISE until all the tension is on the bladeand tension adjustment nut is loose.

7. Turn tension adjustment nut CLOCKWISE untilnut is finger tight against the tracking bracket,then turn tension adjustment nut CLOCKWISE1/4TURN.

TENSIONADJUSTM ENT

NUT

TRACKING (2)BRACKET

UPPERBLADEGUIDES

SLOTTEDSCREW

LOWERBLADEGUIDES

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fTRACKING "rilE BLADE

To prevent personal injury, NEVERPLUG IN TOOL with the housingcover off, or when making adjustments. Also bladesare SHARP... HANDLE WITH CARE.

NOTE: Thrust rollers must be mounted in guideassemblies before attempting to track the blade.

Turn WHEEL (2) by hand CLOCKWISE a few turnsand notice if the blade remains in the approximatecenter of the tires.

If the blade moves away from the center of thewheels while you are turning it, the blade is notTRACKING properly.

just enough to keep the blade in the approximatecenter of tires.

If the TEETH of the blade move AWAY from you:

b. Rotate WHEEL (2) CLOCKWISE by hand, whileturning the tracking adjustment knob COUNTERCLOCKWISE just enough to keep the blade in theapproximate center of tires.

TRACKINGADJUSTMENT

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If the TEETH of the blade move TOWARD you:

a. Rotate WHEEL (2) CLOCKWISE by hand, whileturning the tracking adjustment knob CLOCKWISE Clockwise

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Loosen the guide bar lock knob, and lower the bladeguide assembly.

Attach the blade guard on the upper guide assemblyand secure it with two screws.

Locate the table insert and place it in the opening inthe table.

Replace 3/8" slotted screw flush or below the table'ssurface, while holding both sides flush.

The blade should be in the approximate center ofslot in insert.

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the blade runs to one side of table insert:

Loosen table lock knob and tilt table to 45° andloosen rear 5/16" hex screw that mounts table totrunnion.

GUIDE BARLOCK KNOB

Return table to 90° and loosen front 5/16" hex screwthat mounts table to trunnion. TRUNNION" 1

Shift table left or right until the blade is in the TABLEapproximate center of insert.

Securely tighten front screw, tilt table to 45° and FRONTREX SCREWsecurely tighten rear screw. REARHEXSCR

TABLE LOCK KNOB

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OPERATIONPRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST

Before operating your Band Saw, check the itemslisted below to be sure your saw is ready to cut.

1. Band Saw firmly mounted to workbench.2. Switch OF F.

3. Upper blade guard lowered to within 1/8" ofmaterial to be cut.

4. Housing cover closed and locking latches secure-ly snapped in place.

5. Blade Tension and Tracking properly adjusted.

6. Saw table firmly locked in position.

7. Wear safety goggles.

USING YOUR BAND SAW

Your Band Saw is capable of making all types of cutsin a wide variety of materials. A brief description ofcutting methods will familiarize you with the basictypes of cuts.

CROSSCUTTING

Crosscutting is cutting across the grain of the wood.

Such a cut is often used to shorten lumber such as2 x 4's.

RiPPiNG

Ripping is cutting along the grain of the wood. Sucha cut is often used to make lumber such as shelvingmore narrow,

MITER CUTTING

Miter cutting is either ripping or crosscutting at someangle other than 90o. For small pieces use the mitergauge. Miter cuts are often made at 45o for use inpicture frames and molding work. The miter gaugeis graduated in 50 increments from 0o to 60 o.

BEVEL CUTTING

Bevel cutting is either ripping or crosscutting with thesaw table tilted at desired angle. Tilt the table byloosening the table lock knob. Set the table to thedesired angle using the quadrant and bevel pointer asa guide. Tighten the table lock knob to secure thetable.

SCROLLING

Scrolling is the cutting of curved lines. With the 1/8"wide scrolling blade, a variety of intricate designs arepossible.

METAL CUTTING

Non-ferrous metal (without iron content)can be cutwith a general purpose blade, Ferrous sheet metalshould be cut using a metal cutting blade.

SAWING TIPS

1. Whenever possible make a few test cuts in scrapwood to be sure that the saw is properlyadjusted.

2. When making finish cuts, position the wood sothat the finished side is up. This will prevent thefinished surface from splintering.

3. Feed wood directly into the saw teeth. Don'tside load the saw blade. This is particularlyimportant when scrolling.

4. If you are cutting a warped board, position itwith the concave side DOWN.

5. Never force the wood into the blade. Let thesaw do the work.

6. When cutting very small pieces, use a stick topush the wood into the blade.

7, Do not pull material being cut, backward, toprevent the blade from jumping OFF the rollers.

8. For maximum accuracy when using miter gauge,"favor one side of groove in table.

SELECTION CHART

The following chart provides recommendations forblade types, and speeds based on the type of materialyou want to cut. These speeds are recommendedstarting points. You should feel free to adjust thespeed up or down to find the most efficient cuttingspeed. The adjusting knob is conveniently referencedto numbers from (1) (low) to (6) (high). After youhave determined the best cutting speed for a specificmaterial you can record the reference number forfuture use.

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HighScrolling Blade

Medium

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Metal CuttingBlade

Wood

Plastic

Non-FerrousMetals(Aluminum,Zinc)

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Plastic

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Medium

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MA TENA CE

For your own safety, turn switch"OFF" and remove plug from

power source outlet before maintaining or lubricatingyou r saw.

TIRESPitch and sawdust that accumulate on the tires shouldbe removed with a stiff brush or scraped off with apiece of wood. Do not use a sharp knife or any kindof solvent.

When the tires become worn they should be replaced.When replacing the tires, stretch them around thewheels but do not glue them on.

GENERALDo not allow pitch to accumulate on the table, bladeinsert, blade guides, or thrust rollers. Clean themwith Craftsman Gum and Pitch Remover.

The cord and the tool should be wiped with a dryclean cloth to prevent deterioration from oil andgrease.

Certain cleaning agents and solventscan damage plastic parts. Some of

these are: gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, ch!orinatedcleaning solvents, ammonia and household detergentswhich contain ammonia. Avoiding use of these andother types of cleaning agents will minimize thepossibility of damage.

Apply a thin coat of automobile-type wax on thetable so the wood slides easily while cutting. Alsoapply wax to the inside surfaces of the trunnion.

MOTOR

Frequently vacuum or blow out any sawdust fromthe motor.

A vacuum hook-up opening is provided if you wishto remove the dust and chips as they are generated.Plug the vacuum cleaner hose into the hole provided.See item 7. on page 6.

All repairs, electrical or mechanical,should be attempted only by trained

repairman. Contact the nearest Sears Service Center.Use only identical replacement parts, any other maycreate a hazard.

LUBR ICATION

All of the BALL BEARINGS are packed with greaseat the factory. They require no further lubrication.

NOTE: Thick non-ferrous metals may require oil orgrease on line of cut.

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9-26641

9-26642

9-26645

9-26646

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DESCRBPTION

62" x 1/4" Blade 6 teeth






62" x 1"

)er inch - regular tooth

)er inch - regular tooth3er inch

)er inch (skip)

)er inch

)er inch

Sanding Belts (Pkg. of 5) 100 grit

USE

solid wood

solid wood

finishing

general wood/plastic

brass/ferrous metals

steel cutting

wood finishing

The use of any other accessories not specified in this manual may create a hazard.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING

For your own safety, turn switch "OFF" and always remove plug from power sourceoutlet before trouble shooting.

TROUBLE

MOTOR WILL NOT RUN

BLADE DOES NOT RUNIN THE APPROXIMATECENTER OF THE WHEELS

BAND SAW SLOWSDOWN WHEN CUTTING

BLADES BREAKING

PROBABLE CAUSE

1. Defective ON/OFF switch.2. Defective cord.3. Defective Motor.4. Defective speed control.

1. Not tracking properly.

1. Cutting too small a radius.

2. Dull blade.

1. Too much tension.

2. Kink in blade caused by cuttingtoo small a radius or turning thematerial too fast when cutting.

REMEDY

1. Return unit to your nearest Sears Service Center.

1. Adjust tracking, See Assembly Section,"Tracking the Blade".

2. Check for proper tension.

1. Stop feeding, and back up to the materialslightly, until the band saw speeds up.

2. Replace blade.

1. Adjust tension, See Assembly Section,"Installing the Blade",

2. Use correct cutting technique. See"Operation" Section.

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IMPORTANT:Your Band Saw is Preset at the factory for a 1/4" woodcutting blade (included). No thrust roller ortracking adjustment should be necessary if your inital use is with this blade.

ADJUSTMENTSF'"

ADJUSTING LOWER BLADE GUIDES

1. Loosen the two phittips screws that lock the lowerblade guides and press the two guides evenlyagainst the sides of the blade but do not pinch theblade. Release the guides and rotate the upperwheel slightly clockwise moving the blade down-ward. Make sure one guide is not farther awayfrom the blade than the other and securely tightenphillips screws.

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ADJUSTING LOWER THRUST ROLLER

1. To be sure the tnrust roller is property supportingthe blade, turn the thrust roller adjustment screwusing 5/32" hex wrench so that the roller movestoward the blade and almost touches.

2. While turning the upper wheel clockwise by hand,adjust the thrust roller until it bare|y touches theblade,

3. Run the lock nut down finger tight, and tightenwith a 1/2" socket and extension,

4. Rotate WHEEL (2) CLOCKWISE a few tinges byhand and check the blade guides and thrust rollers.Make readjustment if necessary.

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ADJUSTING UPPER BLADE GUIDE ASSEMBLY

NOTE: The upper and lower blade guides support theblade and keep it from twisting during operation. Anadjustment is necessary when blades are changed orreplaced.

1. Loosen two hex head screws in upper blade guideassembly and slide assembly forward in the slotsuntil the front edge of the blade guides are approxi-mately 1/32" from the GULLET of the saw blade.

2. Tighten two hex head screws while keeping theblade guide assemble/ parallel to the table.

NOTE: It may be necessary to back out thrust rolleradjustment to allow thrust roller to move back fromblade to get 1/32" clearance from the gullet to edgeof blade guide.

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ADJUSTING UPPER THRUST ROLLER

NOTE: The thrust rollers support the blade from therear and will rotate when the blade is pushed againstthem while you are cutting. As soon as you stop cutting, the rollers should stop rotating.

1. To be sure the thrust roller is properly supportingthe blade, turn the thrust roller adjustment screwusing 5/32" hex wrench so that the roller movestoward the blade and almost touches.

2. While turning WHEEL (2) CLOCKWISE by hand,adjust the thrust roller until it barely touches theblade.

3. Run the lock nut down finger tight, and tightenwith a 1/2" open end wrench.

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ADJUSTING THE TABLE SQUARE TO BLADE

NOTE: The combination square must be "true". See"Tools Needed" section for Checking Method.

1. Loosen table lock knob, tilt table, REPLACECOVER be sure cover release button snaps in slot,and SECURELY SNAP ALL LATCHES.

2. Loosen guide bar lock knob and raise the upperblade guide assembly all the way up. Tighten guidebar lock knob.

3. Place a small square on table against the blade asshown.

4. If adjustment is required, loosen table lock knob. tilttable and adjust 1/4" leveling screw in or out whilereturning table to 90° position and checking withsquare. Repeat procedure until table is square.

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NOTE: It's possible that the blade could be insideout. Hold the blade as shown, with the saw teethtoward you. Examine the teeth in your RIGHTHAND. The teeth should be pointing DOWN forproper operation. If they are pointing up, the blade isinside out. To reverse it, grasp it with your thumbsand finger tips and twist it inside out.

_ Saw blade is very sharp. Use carewhen handling.

KEY PART KEYNO. NO. PART NAME NO,

1 341452 HOUSING COVER SET 532 60301 SNAP RING (3) 543 43038 WASHER (3) 554 328522 IDLER WHEEL ASSEMBLY (2) 565 326291 WHEEL (2) 576 27399 BEARING (4) 587 326296 BELT (3) 598 328702 PUSH NUT (4) 609 328761 ROD (2) 61

10 STD541031 *NUT(3) 6211 13595 WASHER (2) 6312 328526 SPRING (2) 6413 326293 BRACKET ASSEMBLY 6514 328763 CARRIAGE BOLT 6615 STD551025 *WASHER (2) 6716 STD581025 *SNAP RING 6817 328753 SHAFT 6918 328758 SPACER 7019 328772 RIVET (20) 7120 328516 BRACKET ASSEMBLY 7221 17641 SPRING22 326287 FRAME23 4374 WASHER (8)24 3712 SCREW (4)25 328514 GUIDE BLOCK (4)26 328509 SLIDE ASSEMBLY27 328503 THRUST PLATE (2)28 STD522505 *SCREW (5)29 STD601103 *SCREW (2)30 328505 GUARD31 139377 SCREW (2)32 813747 UPPER THRUST BUSHING

ASSEMBLY33 328525 PINION34 328545 HEX NUT35 STD375004 *CONNECTOR (4)36 64973 CORD CLAMP37 326294 SLIDE BRACKET38 341453 SPACER39 346030 SCREW (5)40 328778 COVER PLATE41 328548 CORD42 11811 GROMMET43 328793 HARNESS44 328529 CLIP (7)45 179083 WASHER (5)46 4158 SCREW (5)47 328547 KNOB48 328648 SWITCH KEY49 326292 SWITCH50 328532 SWITCH HOUSING51 328507 SWITCH COVER52 329006 NUT SPEED CONTROL

SPECIAL NOTES:

*Standard Hardware Item - May be Purchased Locally.

PARTNO. PART NAME

328539 V.S. CONTROL328705 TERMINAL328768 KNOB w/STUD340179 SCR EW328754 KNOB w/STUD328773 SPAC ER328538 MOTOR COVER21917 SCREW (4)326295 MOTOR ASSEMBLY

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*SET SCREW 3/8-16xl/2SCREWMITER GAUGEKNOBMITER GAUGE EXTENSION

STD551225 *LOCKWASHER (6)328764 SCREW328544 GUIDE BAR326290 GEAR CASESTD541025 *N UT (3)

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*LOCKWASHER (2)*SCREW (2)WASHERCARRIAGE BOLTBEARING (2)BEARING, NEEDLE (2)

*"E" RINGGEARSPINDLEBEARINGPINGEAR & PINIONLOWER THRUST BUSHING ASSY.BEARING RETAINER (2)DRIVE WHEEL

*NUT (2)COVERFRONT FOOTREAR FOOTMAIN FRAME ASSEMBLYSANDING INSERT (not shown)BACKING PLATE (not shown)OWNERS MANUAL (not shown)

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MANUAL

SERVICE

MODEL NO.113.244200

HOWTO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

10" BAND SAW

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The Model Number will be found on a plate attach-

ed to the motor housing. Always mention the ModelNumber when requesting service or repair parts for

your BAND SAW

All parts listed may be ordered from any Sears

Service Center and most Sears stores. If the parts

you need are not stocked locally, your order will

be electronically transmitted to a Sears Repair

Parts Distribution Center for handling.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYSGIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

1. PART NUMBER 2. PART DESCRIPTION

3. MODEL NUMBER113.244200

4. NAME of ITEM --10" BAND SAW

part No SP4998

SOLD BY SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO, Chicago, IL 60684 USA

Form No. SP4998-1 Printed in U.S.A. 1/89

10in band saw 135_244200

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