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Owner's Manui
®
1 HP (Max. Developed)
2 Speeds
1410 and 2600 F.P.IVI.(No Load)
Leg Stand
SAW
Model No.
137.224320
E82358
37J5 LISTED
CAUTION:
® Safety Instructions
Before using th!s band saw,
• Installation
read this manual and follow
• Operation
all its Safety Rules and
,, Maintenance
Operating Instructions.
o Parts List
Customer Help Line
1 =800-843-1682
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, mL60179 USA
Part No. 3BS12401
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SECTION PAGE 12. WEARYOUR ALWAYS WEAR EYE GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PROTECTION. Any band saw Warranty ......... .............. ......................................... 2 BEFORE USING THE BAND SAW ;! i can throw foreign objects into the Product Specifications ..................................................... 2 eyes which could cause Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and Safety Instructions ........................................................ 3 permanent eye damage.
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This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has a ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 24. DONOToperate thetoolifyouareunder theinfluence 14.CUTonlyoneworkpiece atatime.Make surethetable receptacle like the one illustrated in FIGURE A. FIGURE A ofanydrugs, alcohol ormedication thatcouldaffect your isclearofeverything except theworkpiece andits POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS shows a 3-prong electrical plug and receptacle that has a ability tousethetoolproperly, guides before youturnthesawon. ground
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Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in UNPACKING YOUR BAND SAW 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, excessive heat and damp or wet areas. UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS Carefully unpack the band saw and all its parts, and (when using 120 volts only) compare against the list below and the illustration on page 7. Totallength ofcordinfeet Ampere Rating Place
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CRAFTSMAN BAND SAW TERMS KERF - The material removed by a blade in a through cut, Blade tension knob or the slot produced by the blade in a nomthrough or partial cut. BLADE GUIDES - Support the blade and keep it from Lower blade "blade wheel support bearing twistingduring operation. Blade guides must be adjusted LEADING EDGE - The end of the workpiece pushed into when the blade is changed or replaced. the cutting tool first. guard Lower blade BLADE TENSION KNOB - Controls the amount of blade gui
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FIG. E "---" FIG. C 12 3 1 ASSEMBLY iNSTRUCTiONS Although compact, this saw is heavy. To avoid back injury, get TOOLS NEEDED . v(" _ help to lift the saw. _Ipl,l,l,l,_ ASSEMBLE BAND SAWTO LEG STAND (FIG. B) Combinationsquare 1. Lift the saw body (1) and place on the leg stand (2), Phillips screwdriver aligning the mounting holes (3) of the saw base with the four mounting holes of the leg stand top plate. _l_j41'l_l'l'('l ' I'1' 2. Attach the band saw to the stand with four long hex head ' Adjust
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INSTALLING AND REMOVING BLADES (FIG. H) Installing INSTALL POWER CORD BRACKETS (FIG. J) Adjusting the 90 ° table stop (FIG. L) 1. Make sure the blade tensior knob (1) is turned 1. Power cord brackets (1) are provided for convenient 1. Loosen the table lock knobs (2) and tilt the table to counterclockwise until it stops. cord storage. Attach the power cord brackets to the back the right. 2. Remove o_eblade as explained in "Removing" of the saw body, as shown, with two Phillips head 2. Loosen the
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If the blade moves toward the front of the wheel, turn the BLADE TENSION (FIG. M) UPPER BLADE GUIDES AND BLADE SUPPORT FIG. O tracking knob (5) on the rear of the band saw clockwise. BEARING (FIG. P, Q) This tilts the top of the wheel and moves the blade toward the center. To avoid injury, turn the switch OFF and disconnect the saw If the blade moves toward the back edge, turn the from the power source before rnaking any adjustments, o The blade guard has been removed for clarity of tracking kno
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To avoid twisting the blade, do not turn sharp corners, saw BLADE SELECTION (FIG. W) Support bearing (FIG. S) around corners. 6. Loosen the bearing hex socket screw (7) with the hex CAUTION: Blade teeth are sharp. Use care when handling a wrench. saw blade. A band saw is basically a "curve-cutting" saw. It is not 7. Move the blade support bearing shaft (8) in or out until capable of doing intricate inside cutting as can be done with For longest wear and best cutting results, use the correct the
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CHANGING SPEED SE'I-FING (FIG.Y) BLADE WHEEL TIRES 12 Replace the blade wheel. Push the wheel on firmly until it is touching the saw pulley. Replace and tighten the Pitch and sawdust that build up on the tires should be flange and nut. removed with a stiff brush or scrape off with a piece of wood. 13. Reinstall the blade (See iNSTALLING BLADES Section To avoid injury, turn the switch OFF and disconnect the saw NOTE: To avoid damaging the tires do not use a sharp knife on page ). from the power s
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MOTOR Problem Probable Cause Remedy TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 1. Incorrect belt tension. Noisy operation. 1. Adjust tension. See ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS section "INSTALL THE BELT". 2. Loose motor pulley. 2: Readjust and tighten motor pulley set screw. 3. Loose pulley cover. 3. Readjust and tighten pulley cover mounting , To avoid injury from an accidental start, turn the switch OFF and always remove the plug from the power source screws. before making any adjustments. + All electrical or mechanical
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CRAFTSMAN 12" BAND SAW 137o224320 FIGURE A CRAFTSMAN 12" BAND SAW 137.224320 +]2 // I1 o 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 PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE A ° i / ci o+ i+
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STAND 137.224320 STAND 137.224320 PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE C FIGURE C Key Part No. Description Qty 1 3BS40101 Stand top plate 1 2 3BS40201 Lower bracket (long) 2 3 3BS40301 Lower bracket (short) 2 4 3BS40401 Leg 4 5 3BS40501 Miter gauge storage 1 6 3BS40601 Screw 2 7 3BS40701 Nut 32 8 3BS40801 Flat washer 32 1 9 3BS40901 Screw 32 10 3BS41001 Pad 4 o J_ ..4 q
