Maintenance; Backlash Adjustments For Blade Raising; Lowering And Blade Tilting Assemblies; Lubrication - Craftsman 152.221040 Owner's Manual

BACKLASH ADJUSTMENTS FOR
BLADE RAISING/LOWERING AND
BLADE TILTING ASSEMBLIES
If any play is detected in the blade raising/lowering or
blade tilting assemblies, the following adjustments
should be made.
mar or rust, so it is important to conduct routine mainte-
nance to keep your table saw looking new. Cleaning
and waxing the cast iron surfaces on a regular mainte-
nance schedule is recommended as follows:
To clean and maintain the unpainted cast iron surfaces:
• Apply a heavy coat of WD-40 onto the unpainted cast
iron surface.
Turn the power switch "OFF" and unplug the power
cord from its power source when making adjustments.
NOTE: In the illustration below, the table saw has been
turned upside down and the blade removed for clarity.
Figure 27=1
Use a fine steel wool pad to buff the unpainted cast
iron. Make sure to buff in a "front to rear" direction
only. A side-to-side buffing motion will show in the
finely ground cast iron as a flaw, defect or scratches.
• Reapply WD-40 and buff the unpainted cast iron sur-
faces until the stains or rust is removed. Make sure
you use the same front-to-rear buffing direction to
avoid scratching or marring the cast iron surface.
• After all stains and/or rust have been removed, clean
all eil and dirt from the table saw using a soft cloth or
rag.
Lastly, you need to apply a good automotive paste
wax to all unpainted cast iron surfaces. This will help
to protect the saw from rusting from further contact
with moisture or oily hands.
1,
2,
A
To adjust the blade raising/lowering assembly,
loosen lock-nut (A) and turn the eccentric sleeve
(B) until all play is removed in the assembly, then
tighten lock-nut. See figure 27-1
To adjust the blade tilting assembly, loosen lock-nut
(C) and turn the eccentric (D) until all play is
removed in the assembly, then tighten the lock-nut.
See figure 27-1.
PROTECTING CAST IRON TABLE
FROM RUST
LUBRICATION
The table saw has sealed lubricated bearings in the
motor housing that do not require any additional lubrica-
tion from the operator.
CLEANING
With the table saw unplugged, blow off motor with low-
pressure air to remove dust or dirt. Air pressure above
50 P. S. I. should not be used as high-pressured air
may damage insulation. The operator should always
wear eye protection when using compressed air.
Do not allow chips and dust to accumulate under table
saw. Keep area clean and in safe order.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE MATERIALS
to clean table saw.
MAKE CERTAIN to turn the power "OFF" and unplug
the power cord from its power source.
The environment and frequency of human contact can
have a very detrimental impact on unpainted cast iron
surfaces. Moisture, humidity and oils (from human
hands!) can cause the unpainted cast iron surfaces to
Only trained personnel should perform repairs to the
table saw. Contact your nearest Sears Service Center
for authorized service. Unauthorized repairs or replace-
ment with non-factory parts could cause serious injury
to the operator and damage to the table saw.
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