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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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SYMBOL MEANING l / e_ sCAAFUETTIOYN.MAaLyEbReTusesdYIMnBcOonLj:uncItniodnIcwatieths oDthAeNrGsEymR'bWoAlsRoNr IpNlcGt'OogRraphe. 1 1 [-_ death or serious Injury to yourself or to equipment or other Craftsman Outlets. Injury. | ,'_ CAUTION I Finajuiluryretotoyooubresyeltfhiosr soatfheetyrswoarrnpirnogpeMrtAy YdaremsauglteI,nAplwerasyosnafol llow l the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal Injury, I...The safely symbols, and the explanations with aide shield and s full-face shield when needed. safety alert symbols such as in this saw.
SYMBOL MEANING l / e_ sCAAFUETTIOYN.MAaLyEbReTusesdYIMnBcOonLj:uncItniodnIcwatieths oDthAeNrGsEymR'bWoAlsRoNr IpNlcGt'OogRraphe. 1 1 [-_ death or serious Injury to yourself or to equipment or other Craftsman Outlets. Injury. | ,'_ CAUTION I Finajuiluryretotoyooubresyeltfhiosr soatfheetyrswoarrnpirnogpeMrtAy YdaremsauglteI,nAplwerasyosnafol llow l the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal Injury, I...The safely symbols, and the explanations with aide shield and s full-face shield when needed. safety alert symbols such as in this saw.
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... when making cuts. 3. t_ DO NOT remove or deface any bystanders In the vlclnlty of use are made aware of the dangers of this circular saw . DO NOT attemptto modify the performance of looking directly Into the laser. 2t Cf'R _ 1040,10 _¢4 1 _10,t_t A_tD ...laser device in this manual may resultin a dangerousexposureto laser radiation. Failure to the eyes, ALWAYSavoiddirect eye exposure. The laser on the saw emits the laser light, BE AWARE of controls, adjustments or performanceof procedures ] other reflective surfaces can be directed towards any personfor any...
... when making cuts. 3. t_ DO NOT remove or deface any bystanders In the vlclnlty of use are made aware of the dangers of this circular saw . DO NOT attemptto modify the performance of looking directly Into the laser. 2t Cf'R _ 1040,10 _¢4 1 _10,t_t A_tD ...laser device in this manual may resultin a dangerousexposureto laser radiation. Failure to the eyes, ALWAYSavoiddirect eye exposure. The laser on the saw emits the laser light, BE AWARE of controls, adjustments or performanceof procedures ] other reflective surfaces can be directed towards any personfor any...
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... as the specific potential hazardsrelated to ANSI-Z136.1 The STANDARD FOR THE SAFE USE OF LASERS,avaUabiefromthe Laser Instituteof America (407) 380-1553. earn the saw's applications and limitations, as well as In the presence of the tool may result in use with this tool, 2. Keep your work when practical. Air...
... as the specific potential hazardsrelated to ANSI-Z136.1 The STANDARD FOR THE SAFE USE OF LASERS,avaUabiefromthe Laser Instituteof America (407) 380-1553. earn the saw's applications and limitations, as well as In the presence of the tool may result in use with this tool, 2. Keep your work when practical. Air...
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....Many accidentsare causedby poorlymaintainedtools. DO NOT use the tool If switch does not turn It "On" or "Off", Any tool that are recommended for this saw Is a double Insulated tool, Keep cutting tools sharp end clean, Properlymaintained toolswith sharp cuttingedgesare less likelyto bind and are equipped with the switch ts dangerous.... KEEP blade guards In place and in good working order, ELECTRICAL SAFETY _WARNING: Do not permit fingers to Installa polarized outlet. MAINTAIN toolswith care. This saw .
....Many accidentsare causedby poorlymaintainedtools. DO NOT use the tool If switch does not turn It "On" or "Off", Any tool that are recommended for this saw Is a double Insulated tool, Keep cutting tools sharp end clean, Properlymaintained toolswith sharp cuttingedgesare less likelyto bind and are equipped with the switch ts dangerous.... KEEP blade guards In place and in good working order, ELECTRICAL SAFETY _WARNING: Do not permit fingers to Installa polarized outlet. MAINTAIN toolswith care. This saw .
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... properly; DO NOT reach underneath the workplece. V V..o..l.ts A A..m...p. If any way; damaged or failed parts replacedBEFORE resumingoperation. 2. CIRCULAR SAW on the trigger switch and the other hand on standard circularsaws. Tool service must be performed only at a Sears Parts and Repair ...or maintenanceperformedby unqualifiedpersonnelcouldresult In a riskof injury. 3. Keep one hand [Z_ CAUTION: Blades coast after saw blade. Use of the saw blade and not in direct line with the saw Is switched off. ] 1, KEEP your body positioned to jump backwards. (See "Ktckback...What ...
... properly; DO NOT reach underneath the workplece. V V..o..l.ts A A..m...p. If any way; damaged or failed parts replacedBEFORE resumingoperation. 2. CIRCULAR SAW on the trigger switch and the other hand on standard circularsaws. Tool service must be performed only at a Sears Parts and Repair ...or maintenanceperformedby unqualifiedpersonnelcouldresult In a riskof injury. 3. Keep one hand [Z_ CAUTION: Blades coast after saw blade. Use of the saw blade and not in direct line with the saw Is switched off. ] 1, KEEP your body positioned to jump backwards. (See "Ktckback...What ...
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... desired depth-of-cut In your hands or across your legs, It isimportantto support the workplace propedy tn order to desired depth) BEFORE USING THIS SAW (See Page 18, Figs. 4 and 4e). 3_CHECK the Blade Guard Release Leverand the LowerBlade Guardand Base BEFORE each use . 7. ALWAYSmake sure that the...the blade ABOVE the base, enclosing the blade In the upper and lower blade guard. 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 the time It takes for the blade to stopsplnnlng and the guard...
... desired depth-of-cut In your hands or across your legs, It isimportantto support the workplace propedy tn order to desired depth) BEFORE USING THIS SAW (See Page 18, Figs. 4 and 4e). 3_CHECK the Blade Guard Release Leverand the LowerBlade Guardand Base BEFORE each use . 7. ALWAYSmake sure that the...the blade ABOVE the base, enclosing the blade In the upper and lower blade guard. 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 the time It takes for the blade to stopsplnnlng and the guard...
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... exposure. Allowing dust to filter out microscopic particles.. Always use damaged or Incorrect blade washers or bolts. I0 CIRCULAR SAW cont. 10rALWAYS clamp the workplece securely so It will not move into the blade. 16. tOshItanhtjeuarrrbyel(adsdeeesesigpcnaoaguteeldsd1rfuo6nrauenrdsrea1wt7ici)t.ahllythaisnd ... bricks and cement and other construction activities.Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other masonry products_ • Arsenic and chromium, from these exposures varies, depending upon how...
... exposure. Allowing dust to filter out microscopic particles.. Always use damaged or Incorrect blade washers or bolts. I0 CIRCULAR SAW cont. 10rALWAYS clamp the workplece securely so It will not move into the blade. 16. tOshItanhtjeuarrrbyel(adsdeeesesigpcnaoaguteeldsd1rfuo6nrauenrdsrea1wt7ici)t.ahllythaisnd ... bricks and cement and other construction activities.Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other masonry products_ • Arsenic and chromium, from these exposures varies, depending upon how...
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...mounted Also cailed the Arbor Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) The number of turns completed by the blade Set The distance that the operator of the saw , Everyday eyeglasses have them to instruct others who may contribute to hearing loss. 5. Know your hearing. Refer to them frequently and use thls... this rule wilt reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or serious injuryr 2 ALWAYS wear safety glasses or eye shields when using this saw wears 6 INSPECT the tool cords periodically and if damaged have only impact-resistant lenses; ALL VISITORS AND BYSTANDERS MUST wear the same safety ...
...mounted Also cailed the Arbor Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) The number of turns completed by the blade Set The distance that the operator of the saw , Everyday eyeglasses have them to instruct others who may contribute to hearing loss. 5. Know your hearing. Refer to them frequently and use thls... this rule wilt reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or serious injuryr 2 ALWAYS wear safety glasses or eye shields when using this saw wears 6 INSPECT the tool cords periodically and if damaged have only impact-resistant lenses; ALL VISITORS AND BYSTANDERS MUST wear the same safety ...
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... A cut made with the blade at any angie other proper device to keep the workpiece from twisting or moving during the cut Through Sawing Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely through cut wllich produces a square-sided (requires special blade). Dado Cut A non-through... the thickness of the workpiece. Resin A sticky, sap-based substance 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 a cut removing a wedge from wood products. Compound Miter Cut A...
... A cut made with the blade at any angie other proper device to keep the workpiece from twisting or moving during the cut Through Sawing Any cutting operation where the blade extends completely through cut wllich produces a square-sided (requires special blade). Dado Cut A non-through... the thickness of the workpiece. Resin A sticky, sap-based substance 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 a cut removing a wedge from wood products. Compound Miter Cut A...
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...parts are damaged or missfng (refer to PARTS LIST below), return the saw to your nearest Sears store or Craftsmanoutlet to have the saw replacedo L_ WARNING: If any parts are mlsslng, DO NOT operate this saw will prevent accidental starting, which could result In possible serious personal Injury...There Is a blade storage area in case) Impact ResistantCase 8, Operator'sManual 13 "-'-_r 5.Vae Hose Adapter (stored incase) 6. PARTS LIST (Fig. 1) 1.Saw J 7. If any of the case. 6. Z_ WARNING: Yoursaw should NEVER be connected to the power soume when you are replaced. Disconnectingthe...
...parts are damaged or missfng (refer to PARTS LIST below), return the saw to your nearest Sears store or Craftsmanoutlet to have the saw replacedo L_ WARNING: If any parts are mlsslng, DO NOT operate this saw will prevent accidental starting, which could result In possible serious personal Injury...There Is a blade storage area in case) Impact ResistantCase 8, Operator'sManual 13 "-'-_r 5.Vae Hose Adapter (stored incase) 6. PARTS LIST (Fig. 1) 1.Saw J 7. If any of the case. 6. Z_ WARNING: Yoursaw should NEVER be connected to the power soume when you are replaced. Disconnectingthe...
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... resistant carry/storage case. 14 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 ..., Is sold separately. _4. Easy to 3/4-1n,thick,woodbasecomposites, plastics, vinyland ftberglass.A Craftsman 3-In. for efficient powertransmission. Includes One Craftsman®3-In. 20 tooth carbide-tipped steel general purpose blade for smoothoperationand longlife. 18. ...
... resistant carry/storage case. 14 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 ..., Is sold separately. _4. Easy to 3/4-1n,thick,woodbasecomposites, plastics, vinyland ftberglass.A Craftsman 3-In. for efficient powertransmission. Includes One Craftsman®3-In. 20 tooth carbide-tipped steel general purpose blade for smoothoperationand longlife. 18. ...
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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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... Included. Turn the wrench that are always avaiIable_Gum and wood pitch hardened on the saw and Increases the danger of the spindle. A Craftsman 3-In. A larger than 3-Inch blade will come In contact with this saw. Blades that Is fn the clamping screw CLOCKWISE (Fig. 3) while holding the other...screw COOL before changing blades. BE SURE to 3/8-1n. 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 down, Use gum and pitch remover, hot water or kerosene to remove them,...
... Included. Turn the wrench that are always avaiIable_Gum and wood pitch hardened on the saw and Increases the danger of the spindle. A Craftsman 3-In. A larger than 3-Inch blade will come In contact with this saw. Blades that Is fn the clamping screw CLOCKWISE (Fig. 3) while holding the other...screw COOL before changing blades. BE SURE to 3/8-1n. 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 down, Use gum and pitch remover, hot water or kerosene to remove them,...
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...saw as shown In (Fig, 3a and 3b). NOTE:The warning copy and the Blade Rotation Arrow shown on s fiat surfaceand continue to tlghten the spindle clamptngscrew thoroughly. 13.PEacethe two hex wrenches back in a COUNTERCLOCKWISE direction. 12. i, u, ,, , NOTE:The teeth of -cut scale to engage Fig. 3b Included: 9-61272 Craftsman... 3-In. 20 tooth carbide tipped general purpose blade Sold separately 9-61273 Craftsman 3-1n. INSTALLINTGHEBLADE(Figs,3 and3a)conL 4. Set the depth-of the blade should face...
...saw as shown In (Fig, 3a and 3b). NOTE:The warning copy and the Blade Rotation Arrow shown on s fiat surfaceand continue to tlghten the spindle clamptngscrew thoroughly. 13.PEacethe two hex wrenches back in a COUNTERCLOCKWISE direction. 12. i, u, ,, , NOTE:The teeth of -cut scale to engage Fig. 3b Included: 9-61272 Craftsman... 3-In. 20 tooth carbide tipped general purpose blade Sold separately 9-61273 Craftsman 3-1n. INSTALLINTGHEBLADE(Figs,3 and3a)conL 4. Set the depth-of the blade should face...
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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's handle and blade to the selected depth, Upper Blade Guard When starling and while making a cut, the blade is designed for your protection 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 until the damage or problem has been corrected, repaired or replaced° KICKBACK..°WHAT CAUSES IT AND WAYS TO HELP PREVENT IT (Figs. 5, 5a...
... 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's handle and blade to the selected depth, Upper Blade Guard When starling and while making a cut, the blade is designed for your protection 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 until the damage or problem has been corrected, repaired or replaced° KICKBACK..°WHAT CAUSES IT AND WAYS TO HELP PREVENT IT (Figs. 5, 5a...
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... of cut , or not supporting the workplace correctlycan cause Kickback (see Fig°5a). 7. Inspectthe workplece for anyreason,ALWAYS release the triggerand hold the saw (see Fig.5a)° Rg. 5a Support Large Panels H I , lJ "o,+U u ,o°Ju 19 Sawingintoknots or nails in motion, or Kickback... may occur.CHECK and take corrective action to Help Prevent Kickback 1.ALWAYS maintain a firm gdp with both hands on the saw motionless In the material until the blade comesto a complete stop. Ways to eliminatethe cause of the workplace and toward the operator_ 2. Kickbackforces...
... of cut , or not supporting the workplace correctlycan cause Kickback (see Fig°5a). 7. Inspectthe workplece for anyreason,ALWAYS release the triggerand hold the saw (see Fig.5a)° Rg. 5a Support Large Panels H I , lJ "o,+U u ,o°Ju 19 Sawingintoknots or nails in motion, or Kickback... may occur.CHECK and take corrective action to Help Prevent Kickback 1.ALWAYS maintain a firm gdp with both hands on the saw motionless In the material until the blade comesto a complete stop. Ways to eliminatethe cause of the workplace and toward the operator_ 2. Kickbackforces...
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... use a dull or damaged bladeoUnsharpened, Improperly set, or gummed-up or Kickback from the workplece when the saw teeth are not engaged Into the material. When restarting the saw in the workplece, CENTER the blade In the keff and checkto be sure that can cause Kickback. _lIomsme ...ecdoinattreollyoifftthheebsAlaaLwdWe. If the saw blade is tight and secure BEFORE maklng a cut (See Fig. 5). Ways to Help Prevent Kickback cont. 6. USE E,I_TRACAUTION when plunge cutting making...
... use a dull or damaged bladeoUnsharpened, Improperly set, or gummed-up or Kickback from the workplece when the saw teeth are not engaged Into the material. When restarting the saw in the workplece, CENTER the blade In the keff and checkto be sure that can cause Kickback. _lIomsme ...ecdoinattreollyoifftthheebsAlaaLwdWe. If the saw blade is tight and secure BEFORE maklng a cut (See Fig. 5). Ways to Help Prevent Kickback cont. 6. USE E,I_TRACAUTION when plunge cutting making...
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TO SETTHE BLADE DEPTH (FIG. 7 and 7a) 1o Unplug the saw 'sblade is manually lowered dSeePage 25, Figs. Unlockthe Depth-of-Cut and Length-of -Cut adjustment/lock lever. Fig, 7 Fig. 7a (, 6. t2a and 12b), ... be below the material being cut is equipped with this cuttingoperation. 7_The selecteddepth of cut , 3. The length of cut indicator(see Fig. 5). Your saw is now set.When the saw , t , I , t , Hl Length-of cut . 5. Lock down the Depth-of -Cut IndicatorAdjustment/Lock lever 4. Determine the desired depth of .CSutcald [ tpo_eWrusnAopnRluaNlgIiNnthjGuer:sya. ...
TO SETTHE BLADE DEPTH (FIG. 7 and 7a) 1o Unplug the saw 'sblade is manually lowered dSeePage 25, Figs. Unlockthe Depth-of-Cut and Length-of -Cut adjustment/lock lever. Fig, 7 Fig. 7a (, 6. t2a and 12b), ... be below the material being cut is equipped with this cuttingoperation. 7_The selecteddepth of cut , 3. The length of cut indicator(see Fig. 5). Your saw is now set.When the saw , t , I , t , Hl Length-of cut . 5. Lock down the Depth-of -Cut IndicatorAdjustment/Lock lever 4. Determine the desired depth of .CSutcald [ tpo_eWrusnAopnRluaNlgIiNnthjGuer:sya. ...
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... handleforward or backward (see Fig. 9). 3_Squeeze the fingergrip "back" until it "clicks",then depress the trigger paddle to turn the saw "ON", place yourIndex and middle fingersintothe molded finger griptriggersafety release switch, and the othertwo fingerson the trigger paddle (see Fig. 8) to...Z_WARNING: To prevent personal Injury, ALWAYSdisconnect the plug from power source BEFORE assembling parts, making adjustments or i changing blades, Your saw ,release your grip on the trigger paddle, and the finger grip safety release switchwtl!move forward or backward. Graspthe handle with ...
... handleforward or backward (see Fig. 9). 3_Squeeze the fingergrip "back" until it "clicks",then depress the trigger paddle to turn the saw "ON", place yourIndex and middle fingersintothe molded finger griptriggersafety release switch, and the othertwo fingerson the trigger paddle (see Fig. 8) to...Z_WARNING: To prevent personal Injury, ALWAYSdisconnect the plug from power source BEFORE assembling parts, making adjustments or i changing blades, Your saw ,release your grip on the trigger paddle, and the finger grip safety release switchwtl!move forward or backward. Graspthe handle with ...