Carriage Bearings; Miter Lock; Rip Lock; Hold Down And Pawls/Spreader Locks - Craftsman 113.234700 Owner's Manual

Maintenance
Carriage Bearings
The carriage should roll freely but with
some resistance for the entire length of
travel. If the carriage moves too freely
or with too much resistance, the bear-
ings need adjustment. To adjust, follow
the instructions under Carriage Bear-
ings in Alignment and Adjustment.
Miter Lock
If the radial arm can be moved by hand
when the miter lock is locked in an unin-
dexed position, the lock needs adjust-
ment. To adjust, follow the instructions
under Miter Lock Assembly.
Rip Lock
If the carriage can be moved by pushing
and pulling on the saw handle when the
rip lock is locked, the lock needs adjust-
ment. To adjust:
1. Lock rip lock. Use screwdriver to
pop out "e" ring.
2. Remove rip lock handle and use as
wrench to tighten nut.
3. Test for desired locked/unlocked con-
dition. Repeat step 2 of necessary.
4. Re-insert "e" ring.
Hold Down and Pawls/Spreader
Locks
If the hold down or the pawl/spreader
do not hold when locked, or if the lock
lever has to be turned more than 90° to
lock, the lock needs adjustment. To
make adjustment:
1. Lock hold down or pawls/spreader
lock. Use screwdriver to pop out "e" ring.
2. Remove lock handle and re-position
at 90°.
3. Re-insert "e" ring.
4. Check that hold down or
pawls/spreader move freely when lock is
unlocked.
Motor
To avoid motor damage due to sawdust
buildup, which interferes with normal
motor ventilation, blow out or vacuum
the motor often.
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