Maintenance; Metal Cutting; Sawing Tips; Selection Chart - Craftsman 244200 Owner's Manual

METAL CUTTING
Non-ferrous metal (without iron content)can be cut
with a general purpose blade, Ferrous sheet metal
should be cut using a metal cutting blade.
SAWING TIPS
1. Whenever possible make a few test cuts in scrap
wood to be sure that the saw is properly
adjusted.
2. When making finish cuts, position the wood so
that the finished side is up. This will prevent the
finished surface from splintering.
3. Feed wood directly into the saw teeth. Don't
side load the saw blade. This is particularly
important when scrolling.
4. If you are cutting a warped board, position it
with the concave side DOWN.
5. Never force the wood into the blade. Let the
saw do the work.
6. When cutting very small pieces, use a stick to
push the wood into the blade.
7, Do not pull material being cut, backward, to
prevent 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 for
blade types, and speeds based on the type of material
you want to cut. These speeds are recommended
starting points. You should feel free to adjust the
speed up or down to find the most efficient cutting
speed. The adjusting knob is conveniently referenced
to numbers from (1) (low) to (6) (high). After you
have determined the best cutting speed for a specific
material you can record the reference number for
future use.
F BLADE
GeneralPurpose
Blade
MATERIAL t
High
Scrolling Blade
Medium
Low to Medium
Metal Cutting
Blade
Wood
Plastic
Non-Ferrous
Metals
(Aluminum,Zinc)
Wood
Plastic
Sheet Metal
Non-Ferrous
Metals
DO NOT CUT
HARDENED
STE E LS
High
Medium
Medium to
Medium-High
J
MA TENA CE
For your own safety, turn switch
"OFF" and remove plug from
power source outlet before maintaining or lubricating
you r saw.
TIRES
Pitch and sawdust that accumulate on the tires should
be removed with a stiff brush or scraped off with a
piece of wood. 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.
GENERAL
Do not allow pitch to accumulate on the table, blade
insert, blade guides, or thrust rollers. Clean them
with Craftsman Gum and Pitch Remover.
The cord and the tool should be wiped with a dry
clean cloth to prevent deterioration from oil and
grease.
Certain cleaning agents and solvents
can damage plastic parts. Some of
these are: gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, ch!orinated
cleaning solvents, ammonia and household detergents
which contain ammonia. Avoiding use of these and
other types of cleaning agents will minimize the
possibility of damage.
Apply a thin coat of automobile-type wax on the
table so the wood slides easily while cutting. Also
apply wax to the inside surfaces of the trunnion.
MOTOR
Frequently vacuum or blow out any sawdust from
the motor.
A vacuum hook-up opening is provided if you wish
to 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 may
create a hazard.
LUBR ICATION
All of the BALL BEARINGS are packed
with
grease
at the factory. They require no further lubrication.
NOTE: Thick non-ferrous metals may require oil or
grease on line of cut.
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