Craftsman 320.18780 Operator's Manual download pdf (Page 15)

_k WARNING:oA 7-1/4-inch blade is the maximum blade capacity of your saw.

A blade largerthan 7-1/4 inches will come in contact with the blade guards.

Never usea blade that is so thick that it prevents the outer blade Washer from

engaging with the_flat side of the spindle. Blades that are too large or too thick

can result in anaccident causing serious_:injury.

SAW BLADES

All saw blades need to be kept clean, sharp, and properly set in order to cut

efficiently. Using a dull blade places a heavy load on the saw and increases

the danger of kickbackS-Keep-exti'a-brddes on hahd.so sharp blades are

always available: Gum or wood pitch that has hardened on the blade slows

the saw. Usegum and pitch remover, hot water, or kerosene to remove these

substances. Do not use gasoline.

BLADE GUARD SYSTEM (Fig. 3)

The lower blade guard is there

for your protection and safety. It

should never be alter-ed.-fo,r any

reason. _t becomes dare_aged

or begir(-_,, o return slo-_]y, dO

not operate your saw_uBtiLthe ..

damaged pa_ has been repaired

or replaced. Always leave the

guard in its correct operating

, position when using the saw.

of workp=ec_;-

-_-CAUTi0N:Never use-the saw

when the guard is not operating * _ ;

properly. The guard ,should be checked for correct _operation before;each use. If

you drop yOur.saw, check the lower blade guard for damage at. all,depth settings

before using it again. ' " ,: :

NOTE" The auard is operating'pPoperly when it moves freely and th:en;readily

returns tO the closed p._tlon. If, for any reason, the lower blad e guar d doesnot

close fre:_, take the s.._to your nearest Sears RepairCenter fop servi_:e before

using it.

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Craftsman 320.18780 Operator's Manual Page 15