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Visit our Craftsman ®webslte: www.sears.com/craftsman • WARRANTY • SAFETY • UNPACKING • DESCRIPTION • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE Circular Saw with Laser Trac TM Model No. 112.10872 Z_ CAUTION: Read, understand and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions in . Operator's Manual 2.8 Amp Compact Multi-Purpose/Plunge Action 3-in this Manual before using this product_ Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman ®webslte: www.sears.com/craftsman • WARRANTY • SAFETY • UNPACKING • DESCRIPTION • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE Circular Saw with Laser Trac TM Model No. 112.10872 Z_ CAUTION: Read, understand and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions in . Operator's Manual 2.8 Amp Compact Multi-Purpose/Plunge Action 3-in this Manual before using this product_ Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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... and personal Injury. [ _WARNING ]] Fseariliuorues toInjoubryeytothyisousrasfeeltfy owr atorniontgherCsA. safety alert symbols such as in the example below in this saw. We recommend a Wide V|slon Safety Meek for proper accident prevention measures, manual, Including al! Always follow all instructions listed ... Injury, I precautions to reduce the risk of important Information and/or Instructions that could lead to equipment or other Craftsman Outlets. The safely symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding, The symbol warnings DO...
... and personal Injury. [ _WARNING ]] Fseariliuorues toInjoubryeytothyisousrasfeeltfy owr atorniontgherCsA. safety alert symbols such as in the example below in this saw. We recommend a Wide V|slon Safety Meek for proper accident prevention measures, manual, Including al! Always follow all instructions listed ... Injury, I precautions to reduce the risk of important Information and/or Instructions that could lead to equipment or other Craftsman Outlets. The safely symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding, The symbol warnings DO...
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...the laser light location when using, ALWAYS MAKE SURE that have a reflective surface. 5. DO NOT use on your saw . Class Ilia laser. LASER RADIATION.Avoid Dlrect Eye Exposure. DO NOT look directly Into the laser beam output ... lasersdo not normallypresent an opticalhazard.However,DO NOT stareat the beam as this circular saw . f I telWesAcoRpNeIsNoGr:traTnhseitsustoe ovifeowptthiceallainssetrrbuemaemntwsislluIcnhcraesa,sbeuetyneoht alizmairtde.d to laser radlatlon, 2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR LASERS This saw is aimed at the operator°Be aware that does not have a ...
...the laser light location when using, ALWAYS MAKE SURE that have a reflective surface. 5. DO NOT use on your saw . Class Ilia laser. LASER RADIATION.Avoid Dlrect Eye Exposure. DO NOT look directly Into the laser beam output ... lasersdo not normallypresent an opticalhazard.However,DO NOT stareat the beam as this circular saw . f I telWesAcoRpNeIsNoGr:traTnhseitsustoe ovifeowptthiceallainssetrrbuemaemntwsislluIcnhcraesa,sbeuetyneoht alizmairtde.d to laser radlatlon, 2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR LASERS This saw is aimed at the operator°Be aware that does not have a ...
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... support. Clutteredworkbenchesand dark areas invite accldents. 2, DO NOT operate power tools In explosive atmospheres, such as the specific potential hazardsrelated to lose control_ 4. earn the saw's applications and limitations, as well as In the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust, Powertools createsparks whichmay Ignite the dust or fumes_ 3, Keep bystanders...
... support. Clutteredworkbenchesand dark areas invite accldents. 2, DO NOT operate power tools In explosive atmospheres, such as the specific potential hazardsrelated to lose control_ 4. earn the saw's applications and limitations, as well as In the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust, Powertools createsparks whichmay Ignite the dust or fumes_ 3, Keep bystanders...
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...of children and other practical ways to secure and support the workplece to a stable platform. MAINTAIN toolswith care. CHECK for this saw Is a double Insulated tool, Doubleinsulation[]eliminates the need for one way, If the plug does not fit fully in the ... of pads, and any adjustments, changing accessories or storing the tool, Such preventivesafety measures reduce the risk ofstartingthe toolaccidentally. 5. This saw . Do not change the plug in the handsof untrainedusers° 7. Holdtngthe workby handor againstyourbodyis unstableand may affect the tool's operation....
...of children and other practical ways to secure and support the workplece to a stable platform. MAINTAIN toolswith care. CHECK for this saw Is a double Insulated tool, Doubleinsulation[]eliminates the need for one way, If the plug does not fit fully in the ... of pads, and any adjustments, changing accessories or storing the tool, Such preventivesafety measures reduce the risk ofstartingthe toolaccidentally. 5. This saw . Do not change the plug in the handsof untrainedusers° 7. Holdtngthe workby handor againstyourbodyis unstableand may affect the tool's operation....
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... fall In any electrical component fall to follow maintenanceInstructions may createa risk of the saw blade and not in direct line with the saw to jump backwards. (See "Ktckback...What Causes It andWaysto Help PreventIt"on standard circularsaws. CIRCULAR SAW on the trigger switch and the other hand on the handle/motor housing.If...
... fall In any electrical component fall to follow maintenanceInstructions may createa risk of the saw blade and not in direct line with the saw to jump backwards. (See "Ktckback...What Causes It andWaysto Help PreventIt"on standard circularsaws. CIRCULAR SAW on the trigger switch and the other hand on the handle/motor housing.If...
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... WITH THIS BLADE GUARD SYSTEM and the PLUNGE ACTION (lowering blade to drop and lock intothe guarded position, 8. HOLDTOOL by Insulated gripping surfaces (handle/saw Is accidentally dropped, the blade guard release lever and the lower blade guard and base could leave the blade exposed below the base to make... made and blade c{ears the workptece(See Page 18 and 19). Make note of control 9- SAFETY RULES FOR THE MULTI-PURPOSE / PLUNGE ACTION 3-IN. CIRCULAR SAW cont. /_ CAUTION: When the blade Is plunged below the base, Increasingthe risk of seriouspersonal Injury.
... WITH THIS BLADE GUARD SYSTEM and the PLUNGE ACTION (lowering blade to drop and lock intothe guarded position, 8. HOLDTOOL by Insulated gripping surfaces (handle/saw Is accidentally dropped, the blade guard release lever and the lower blade guard and base could leave the blade exposed below the base to make... made and blade c{ears the workptece(See Page 18 and 19). Make note of control 9- SAFETY RULES FOR THE MULTI-PURPOSE / PLUNGE ACTION 3-IN. CIRCULAR SAW cont. /_ CAUTION: When the blade Is plunged below the base, Increasingthe risk of seriouspersonal Injury.
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...8226; Work in a well-ventilated area° ,,Work with soap and water. SAFETY RULES FOR THE MULTI-PURPOSE /PLUNGE ACTION 3-IN. CIRCULAR SAW cont. 10rALWAYS clamp the workplece securely so It will not move into the blade. 16. The blade washers and bolts were specially designed for...cause cancer and birth defects or other masonry products_ • Arsenic and chromium, from face and body. Your risk from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other Injury. Always use damaged or Incorrect blade washers or bolts. Cutting materialsthat are recommended. Allowing dust to get...
...8226; Work in a well-ventilated area° ,,Work with soap and water. SAFETY RULES FOR THE MULTI-PURPOSE /PLUNGE ACTION 3-IN. CIRCULAR SAW cont. 10rALWAYS clamp the workplece securely so It will not move into the blade. 16. The blade washers and bolts were specially designed for...cause cancer and birth defects or other masonry products_ • Arsenic and chromium, from face and body. Your risk from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other Injury. Always use damaged or Incorrect blade washers or bolts. Cutting materialsthat are recommended. Allowing dust to get...
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...equipment that is dusty 4, PROTECT your nearest Sears Service Center. INSPECT and remove all instructions listed below may affect the tool's operation. Saw Blade Path The area over, under, behind or in electric shock, fire and!or serious personal injury, 1. tf someone borrows this... tool, make sure they are NOT safety glasses 3, PROTECT your power tool. Before further use , Under some conditions noise from this saw wears 6 INSPECT the tool cords periodically and if damaged have only impact-resistant lenses; Read operator's manual carefutlyo Learn the applications and ...
...equipment that is dusty 4, PROTECT your nearest Sears Service Center. INSPECT and remove all instructions listed below may affect the tool's operation. Saw Blade Path The area over, under, behind or in electric shock, fire and!or serious personal injury, 1. tf someone borrows this... tool, make sure they are NOT safety glasses 3, PROTECT your power tool. Before further use , Under some conditions noise from this saw wears 6 INSPECT the tool cords periodically and if damaged have only impact-resistant lenses; Read operator's manual carefutlyo Learn the applications and ...
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...wood products. Dado Cut A non-through or partial cuL Kickback A hazard that can occur when the blade binds or stalls, throwing the saw back toward operator_ Workptece or Material The item on which the cutting operation is angled at the same time. Non-Through Cuts Any cutting ...residue from twisting or moving during the cut wllich produces a square-sided (requires special blade). notch or trough in a non-through cut Through Sawing Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely through the thickness of the work clamp, or other than 90 ° to as faces, ends...
...wood products. Dado Cut A non-through or partial cuL Kickback A hazard that can occur when the blade binds or stalls, throwing the saw back toward operator_ Workptece or Material The item on which the cutting operation is angled at the same time. Non-Through Cuts Any cutting ...residue from twisting or moving during the cut wllich produces a square-sided (requires special blade). notch or trough in a non-through cut Through Sawing Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely through the thickness of the work clamp, or other than 90 ° to as faces, ends...
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..., the missing parts are assembling pads, maldng adjustments,Installing or removing blades, cleaning or when It is not In use. PARTS LIST (Fig. 1) 1.Saw J 7. Z_ WARNING: Yoursaw should NEVER be connected to the power soume when you are replaced. If any of the case. 6. Impact ResistantCase 8,... Hose Adapter (stored incase) 6. Failure to do so could cause serious personal Injury. There Is a blade storage area in case) Remove the Saw from the case and JnspectIt carefully to make sure that no breakage, cracking or other damage has occurred, 3oThe Edge Guide is force-fitted into...
..., the missing parts are assembling pads, maldng adjustments,Installing or removing blades, cleaning or when It is not In use. PARTS LIST (Fig. 1) 1.Saw J 7. Z_ WARNING: Yoursaw should NEVER be connected to the power soume when you are replaced. If any of the case. 6. Impact ResistantCase 8,... Hose Adapter (stored incase) 6. Failure to do so could cause serious personal Injury. There Is a blade storage area in case) Remove the Saw from the case and JnspectIt carefully to make sure that no breakage, cracking or other damage has occurred, 3oThe Edge Guide is force-fitted into...
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... a precision-built electric motor and It shouldbe connected to 3/4-1n,thick,woodbasecomposites, plastics, vinyland ftberglass.A Craftsman 3-In. Bullt-ln sawdust extraction port. Includes High-Impact resistant carry/storage case. 14 for smoothoperationand ... MULTI-PURPOSE/PLUNGE ACTION 3-IN. CIRCULAR SAW (Fig. 2) l NopOeTrEat:iBnegffoeraetuartteesmapntdinsgatfoetuysreqyuoiurer msaewn_tfsa,miliarize yourselfwith all of plunge action 7. If the saw does not operate when plugged intocorrect 120-volt, 60*HzAC ONLYoutlet, checkthe powersuppiyoThis saw has an 8-ft., 2*wire powercord...
... a precision-built electric motor and It shouldbe connected to 3/4-1n,thick,woodbasecomposites, plastics, vinyland ftberglass.A Craftsman 3-In. Bullt-ln sawdust extraction port. Includes High-Impact resistant carry/storage case. 14 for smoothoperationand ... MULTI-PURPOSE/PLUNGE ACTION 3-IN. CIRCULAR SAW (Fig. 2) l NopOeTrEat:iBnegffoeraetuartteesmapntdinsgatfoetuysreqyuoiurer msaewn_tfsa,miliarize yourselfwith all of plunge action 7. If the saw does not operate when plugged intocorrect 120-volt, 60*HzAC ONLYoutlet, checkthe powersuppiyoThis saw has an 8-ft., 2*wire powercord...
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This Saw has the following features: cont. (Fig.2) Laser Tta¢TM and LED Workllght On / Off Switch uetsble Handle Soft-Grip Laser Light Aperture and LED ...
This Saw has the following features: cont. (Fig.2) Laser Tta¢TM and LED Workllght On / Off Switch uetsble Handle Soft-Grip Laser Light Aperture and LED ...
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...spindle clamping screw usingthe two hex wrenches Included. Also, NEVER use the Craftsman ® 3-In. 20 tooth carbide-tipped steel general purpose blade (9-61272 Included), to cut wood, plywood up to let saw . thick, woodbase composites, plastics, vinyl and fiberglass. BE SURE to ...blade could result In an accident causing serious Injury. Using any other wrench stationary. 16 A Craftsman 3-In. A 3-Inch blade Is the maximum blade capacity of the spindle. L_WARNING: Saw wiU be kept clean, sharp and properlyset in orderto cutefficiently. _WARNING: Never use a damaged or...
...spindle clamping screw usingthe two hex wrenches Included. Also, NEVER use the Craftsman ® 3-In. 20 tooth carbide-tipped steel general purpose blade (9-61272 Included), to cut wood, plywood up to let saw . thick, woodbase composites, plastics, vinyl and fiberglass. BE SURE to ...blade could result In an accident causing serious Injury. Using any other wrench stationary. 16 A Craftsman 3-In. A 3-Inch blade Is the maximum blade capacity of the spindle. L_WARNING: Saw wiU be kept clean, sharp and properlyset in orderto cutefficiently. _WARNING: Never use a damaged or...
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... Fig. 3a 8. Place the new saw on the blade should point upward at the front of oil onto the Inner bushing washer and outer "D" washer where they will touch the blade° 9. Use the two hex wrenches to engage Fig. 3b Included: 9-61272 Craftsman 3-In. 20 tooth carbide tipped general... purpose blade Sold separately 9-61273 Craftsman 3-1n. Grasp the blade with the finger lift bracket to the maximum depth of the blade should face outward ...
... Fig. 3a 8. Place the new saw on the blade should point upward at the front of oil onto the Inner bushing washer and outer "D" washer where they will touch the blade° 9. Use the two hex wrenches to engage Fig. 3b Included: 9-61272 Craftsman 3-In. 20 tooth carbide tipped general... purpose blade Sold separately 9-61273 Craftsman 3-1n. Grasp the blade with the finger lift bracket to the maximum depth of the blade should face outward ...
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... base, (in a plunge action) by releasing the blade guard release lever wh]ie holding the finger lift bracket on the base, as you lower the saw until the damage or problem has been corrected, repaired or replaced° KICKBACK..°WHAT CAUSES IT AND WAYS TO HELP PREVENT IT (Figs. 5, 5a... and safety and should NEVER be altered for any reason, If It becomes damaged or begins to operate slowly or sluggishly, DO NOT operate the saw 's handle and blade to the selected depth, Upper Blade Guard When starling and while making a cut through workpiece, the lower blade guard and base will...
... base, (in a plunge action) by releasing the blade guard release lever wh]ie holding the finger lift bracket on the base, as you lower the saw until the damage or problem has been corrected, repaired or replaced° KICKBACK..°WHAT CAUSES IT AND WAYS TO HELP PREVENT IT (Figs. 5, 5a... and safety and should NEVER be altered for any reason, If It becomes damaged or begins to operate slowly or sluggishly, DO NOT operate the saw 's handle and blade to the selected depth, Upper Blade Guard When starling and while making a cut through workpiece, the lower blade guard and base will...
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...of the kerf and Jumpback towards the operator_ 3. If the blade becomes twisted or misaltgned in the workplace can cause Kickback, 5, Sawing intowet or warped lumber can be controlledby the operator,if the properprecautionsare taken. 2+Ifthe bladeis binding,or whenyou are interruptinga cut for ...knots or nails before cuttlng°Never saw into a knot or nail. 4+DO NOT cut and one near the edge of tool misuse and/or incorrectoperatingprocedures or conditions. It...
...of the kerf and Jumpback towards the operator_ 3. If the blade becomes twisted or misaltgned in the workplace can cause Kickback, 5, Sawing intowet or warped lumber can be controlledby the operator,if the properprecautionsare taken. 2+Ifthe bladeis binding,or whenyou are interruptinga cut for ...knots or nails before cuttlng°Never saw into a knot or nail. 4+DO NOT cut and one near the edge of tool misuse and/or incorrectoperatingprocedures or conditions. It...
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... cut objects that the blade depth and adjusting locking lever is tight and secure BEFORE maklng a cut (See Fig. 5). If the saw blade is restarted_ 7oDO NOT use a dull or damaged bladeoUnsharpened, Improperly set, or gummed-up blades produce narrow kerr which causes excessive ... BE SURE that can cause Kickback. _lIomsme ecdoinattreollyoifftthheebsAlaaLwdWe. If blade adjustment shiftswhile cuttingit may walk up or Kickback from the workplece when the saw teeth are not engaged Into the material. KICKBACK...WHAT CAUSES IT AND WAYS TO HELP PREVENT IT (Figs. 5, 5a and 5b) cont...
... cut objects that the blade depth and adjusting locking lever is tight and secure BEFORE maklng a cut (See Fig. 5). If the saw blade is restarted_ 7oDO NOT use a dull or damaged bladeoUnsharpened, Improperly set, or gummed-up blades produce narrow kerr which causes excessive ... BE SURE that can cause Kickback. _lIomsme ecdoinattreollyoifftthheebsAlaaLwdWe. If blade adjustment shiftswhile cuttingit may walk up or Kickback from the workplece when the saw teeth are not engaged Into the material. KICKBACK...WHAT CAUSES IT AND WAYS TO HELP PREVENT IT (Figs. 5, 5a and 5b) cont...
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... indicatorto the deslred depth of .CSutcald [ tpo_eWrusnAopnRluaNlgIiNnthjGuer:sya. TO SETTHE BLADE DEPTH (FIG. 7 and 7a) 1o Unplug the saw 'sblade is equipped with this cuttingoperation. 7_The selecteddepth of cut is now set.When the saw , t , I , t , Hl Length-of cut , 3. Lock down the Depth-of -Cut IndicatorAdjustment/Lock lever 4. MAKINGDEPTH-OF-CUATDJUSTMENT(SFig...
... indicatorto the deslred depth of .CSutcald [ tpo_eWrusnAopnRluaNlgIiNnthjGuer:sya. TO SETTHE BLADE DEPTH (FIG. 7 and 7a) 1o Unplug the saw 'sblade is equipped with this cuttingoperation. 7_The selecteddepth of cut is now set.When the saw , t , I , t , Hl Length-of cut , 3. Lock down the Depth-of -Cut IndicatorAdjustment/Lock lever 4. MAKINGDEPTH-OF-CUATDJUSTMENT(SFig...
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...Z_WARNING: To prevent personal Injury, ALWAYSdisconnect the plug from power source BEFORE assembling parts, making adjustments or i changing blades, Your saw . 2. This feature provides more efficient cuttlng 15o angles for vadous applications and added gripping comfort with one j handand pushthe ...swivel head lock and release button "IN" to turn the saw "ON", place yourIndex and middle fingersintothe molded finger griptriggersafety release switch, and the othertwo fingerson the trigger paddle (see ...
...Z_WARNING: To prevent personal Injury, ALWAYSdisconnect the plug from power source BEFORE assembling parts, making adjustments or i changing blades, Your saw . 2. This feature provides more efficient cuttlng 15o angles for vadous applications and added gripping comfort with one j handand pushthe ...swivel head lock and release button "IN" to turn the saw "ON", place yourIndex and middle fingersintothe molded finger griptriggersafety release switch, and the othertwo fingerson the trigger paddle (see ...