Variable Speed; Blade Storage - Craftsman 315.172310 Owner's Manual

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WARNING: Before connecting your saw to
the power supply source, always check to be
sure it is not in lock-on position (depress and
release switch trigger), Failure to do so could
result in accidental starting of your saw, resulting
in possible serious injury. Also, do not lock the
trigger on jobs where your saw may need to be
stopped suddenly.
VARIABLE SPEED
See Figure 4.
Your saw has a variable speed control switch which
delivers higher speed and torque with increased
trigger pressure. The speed of your saw is controlled
by the amount of switch trigger depression. The
speed and power of your unit can be adjusted by
depressing the trigger switch. This is a variable speed
switch. To increase speed, depress the trigger. To
decrease speed, release the switch and the speed will
decrease.
BLADE STORAGE
See Figure 5.
A convenient feature on your saw is a blade storage
area. As shown in figure 5, the blade storage area is
located on the back of your saw. This is a convenient
place for storing extra blades or storing blades when
not in use.
SAW
BLAOE
Fig. 4
Note: Avoid running your saw at low speeds for
extended periods of time. Running at low speeds
under constant usage may cause your saw to become
overheated. If this occurs, cool your saw by running it
without a load and at full speed.
The following guidelines may be used in determining
correct speed for various applications:
Low speed is ideal when minimum speed and power
is required. For example, starting cuts.
Medium speed is suitable for cutting hard metals,
plastics, and laminates.
High speed produces best results when maximum
power is required. For example, cutting wood. Soft
metals such as aluminum, brass, and copper also
require high speeds.
BLADESTORAGE DOOR
AREA
Fig. 5
To open:
• Push the door down with your thumb or finger.
• Place blades in blade storage area.
To close:
• Push the door up with your thumb or finger.
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WARNING: Do not insert saw blade into air
vents. Blade could come in contact with electrical
live internal parts and cause electrical shock,
resulting in serious injury.
_1_ WARNING: Your saw should never be
connected to power supply when you are
assembling parts, making adjustments, installing
or removing blades, or when not in use.
Disconnecting your saw will prevent accidental
starting that could cause serious injury.
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