Features - Craftsman 315.108470 Operator's Manual

Your circular saw has been shipped completely
assembled except for the blade. Inspect it carefully to
make sure no breakage or damage has occurred
during shipping. If any parts are damaged or missing,
contact your nearest Sears Retail Store to obtain
replacement parts before attempting to operate saw. A
blade, blade wrench, and this operator's manual are
also included.
Horsepower
Input
Blade Diameter
Blade Arbor
Cutting Depth at 0° Bevel Cut
KNOW YOUR CIRCULAR SAW
See Figure 1.
Before attempting to use any tool, familiarize yourself
with all operating features and safety requirements.
Your circular saw has many features for making
cutting operations more pleasant and enjoyable.
Safety, performance and dependability have been
given top priority in the design of this saw making it
easy to maintain and operate.
Features include easily operated bevel cut and depth
of cut adjustment mechanisms, positive 0° bevel stop,
length of cut scale, depth of cut scale, directed air flow
for keeping line of cut clear, blade wrench storage,
dust chute, and spindle lock.
CAUTION:
Carefully read through this entire
operator's manual before using your new circular
saw. Pay close attention to the Rules For Safe
Operation, Warnings and Cautions. If you use
your circular saw properly and only for what it is
intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable
service.
APPLICATIONS
(Use only for the purpose listed below)
■ Cutting all types of wood products (lumber,
plywood, paneling).
UNPACKING
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Cutting Depth at 45° Bevel Cut
3
13 Amperes
Cutting Depth at 51.5° Bevel Cut
7-1/4 in. (184 mm)
Rating
5/8 in. (16 mm)
No Load Speed
2-3/8 in. (60 mm)

FEATURES

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Your circular saw has a precision built electric motor. It
should be connected to a power supply that is 120
volts, 60 Hz, AC only (normal household current). Do
not operate this tool on direct current (DC). A substantial
voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor
will overheat. If your saw does not operate when
plugged into an outlet, double-check the power supply.
SWITCH
To turn your saw ON, depress the switch trigger.
Release switch trigger to turn your saw OFF.
DUST CHUTE
To direct saw dust and chips away from the operator,
a dust chute is located on the side of the upper blade
guard. An optional dust nozzle kit, that fits over the
dust chute, is available at your nearest Sears Retail
Store.
SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON
A spindle lock button has been provided for locking the
spindle on your saw in a stationary position.
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WARNING:
If any parts are missing, do not
operate this tool until the missing parts are
replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible
serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with your
saw to make you careless. Remember that a
careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict
severe injury.
1-13/16 in. (46 mm)
1-5/8 in. (41 mm)
120 volts, 60 Hz, AC
5,500 RPM