Unpacking - Craftsman 320.17234 Operator's Manual

Freehand Cut
Performing a cut without using a fence, miter gauge, fixture, work clamp, or other propeF
device to keep the workpiece from twisting or moving during the cut,
Orbital Sawing
In addition to the up and down movement of a sabre saw's blade, there is orbital action
which thrusts the blade forward on the cutting stroke and greatly increases the cutting
speed over conventional sabre saws.,
Scrolling
Allows the blade to swivel for intricate pattern cutting°
Through Sawing
Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely through the thickness of the
workpiece.
Kerf
The material removed by the blade in a through cut orthe slot produced by the blade in a
non-through or partial cuL
Workpiece or Material
The item on which the cutting operation is being done_ The surfaces of a workpiece are
commonly referred to as faces, ends and edges.,
Gum
A sticky, sap-based residue from wood products
Resin
A sticky, sap-based substance that has hardened.
z_ WARNING:
Your saw should NEVER be connected to the power source
when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or removing
blades, cleaning or when it is not in use. Disconnecting the saw will prevent
accidental starting, which could cause serious personal injury.
loThe Edge Guide is to be found in the color box,,
2oThe Two Blades are stored in the blade storage compartment located in the rear of the
saw's base,
3. The Vac Adapter is attached to the saw,,
4_Carefully lift the saw out of the color box and place on a stable fiat surface,,
5o inspect the saw carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage has occurred
during shipping, If any of the items mentioned are missing (refer to Fig_ 1 on page
11) return the saw to your nearest Sears store or Craftsman outlet to have the saw
replaced.
z_ WARNING:
If any parts are broken or missing, DO NOT attempt to plug
in the power cord or operate saw until the broken or missing parts are replaced.
Failure to do so could result in possible serious injury.
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