Craftsman 113.248510 User Manual

basic band saw operation
ALL MODELS
WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY, COMPLY WITH
ALL THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGES 3-5
BEFORE USING THE BAND SAW.
Aband saw is basically a "curve cutting" machine. It
is not capable of doing inside cutting.
Your Craftsman Band Saw is not only capable of the
usual band saw operations, but it can be converted
into a sander as well. You can finish wood, certain
compositions and plastics.
It is also used for straight-line cutting operations
such as crosscutting, ripping, mitering, beveling,
compound cutting, and resawing.
Operation Recommended Blade Size
(Inches)
Cross Cutting 1/4, 3/8, 1/2
Ripping 1/2
Mitering 1/4, 3/8, 1/2
Beveling 1/4, 3/8, 1/2
Compound Cutting 1/4, 3/8, 1/2
Circle Cutting See Chart Below
Resawing 1/2
Curve Cutting 1/8, 1/4
CIRCLE CUTTING
t. Adjust the upper guides to just clear the work-
piece.
2. Use both hands while feeding the work into the
blade. Hold the workpiece firmly against the
table. Use gentle pressure, and do not force the
work, but allow the blade to cut.
3. The smallest diameter that can be cut out is
determined by the width of the blade. For
example, a 1/4-inch wide blade will cut a mini-
mum diameter of approximately 1-1/2-inch (see
chart).
BLADE SELECTION GUIDE FOR MINIMUM
CIRCLE CUTTING
2 112"D CIRCLE DIM.
BLADE SIZE
SAWDUST COLLECTION
1. There is an opening provided in the rear of the
bottom cover to attach a 2-1/2-inch hose from a
wet/dry vac to control sawdust.
SAWDUST COLLECTION
OPENING
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Craftsman 113.248510 Specifications

General

Model Number	113.248510
Type	Table Saw
Blade Diameter	10 inches
Motor	Induction
Voltage	120V

Summary

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER TOOLS

ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BAND SAW

Before Using the Saw

Steps and warnings to follow before operating the band saw.

When Installing or Moving the Saw

Procedures for safely installing and moving the band saw.

Before Each Use

Daily inspection and safety checks before using the band saw.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS AND MOTOR SAFETY

Woodworking Glossary

Definitions of common woodworking terms used in the manual.

Motor Safety and Protection

Guidelines for motor maintenance and preventing damage.

Extension Cord Wire Sizes

Recommendations for extension cord wire gauge based on length.

GENERAL INFORMATION AND UNPACKING

Model Description

Details on specifications for different band saw models.

Unpacking and Checking Contents

Instructions for unboxing and verifying all parts are present.

ASSEMBLY AND ALIGNMENT PROCEDURES

Attaching Leveling Feet

Steps to attach and adjust the leveling feet for stability.

Attaching Leg Set

Instructions for assembling the leg stand for the band saw.

Assembling Cabinet (Model 113.248510)

Guide for assembling the cabinet for model 113.248510.

MOTOR AND SPEED SETUP

Mounting the Motor

Step-by-step guide for mounting the motor assembly.

Connecting the Motor

Wiring instructions for connecting the motor to the power supply.

Selecting Blade Speed

Guidance on choosing appropriate blade speeds for different tasks.

BLADE INSTALLATION AND TABLE SETUP

Installing the Blade

Instructions for safely installing the saw blade.

Aligning Blade and Guide Assemblies

Steps to align the blade and guides for specific models.

Mounting the Front Table

Instructions for attaching and setting up the front table.

OPERATION, CONTROLS, AND PRECISION ADJUSTMENTS

Squaring the Blade to the Table

Procedure to ensure the blade is square to the table for accuracy.

Adjusting Front Table

Procedures for accurately adjusting the front table height.

Location and Function of Controls

Overview of control panel features and their functions.

BAND SAW OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

Basic Band Saw Operation

Fundamental techniques for operating the band saw.

Installing Sanding Attachment

Guide for installing the sanding attachment and belt.

Maintenance Procedures

Routine maintenance tasks for the band saw.

TROUBLESHOOTING AND SERVICE

Motor Troubleshooting

Diagnosing and resolving motor-related problems.

Electronics Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting common issues with electronic components.

Service and Repair Parts

Information on obtaining service and ordering repair parts.