Craftsman 315.115740 Operator's Manual
Craftsman 315.115740 Operator's Manual

Craftsman 315.115740 Operator's Manual

19.2 volt reciprocating saw variable speed

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OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
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19.2 VOLT RECIPROCATING
SAW
VARIABLE SPEED
Model No.
315.115740
,_
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury,
the user must read and understand
the
operator's
manual
before
using
this
product.
Customer
Help Line: 1-800-932-3188
Sears, Roebuck
and Co., 3333 Beverly
Rd., Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179 USA
Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman
983000-518
5-05
Save this manual
for future
reference

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  • Page 1 Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188 Sears, Roebuck and Co., 3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman Save this manual for future reference 983000-518 5-05...
  • Page 2 NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SEARS PARTS & REPAIR CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES, and Sears will repair it, free of charge. If this Craftsman tool is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
  • Page 3 • Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance WARNING] READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL IN- at all times. Proper footing and balance enable better STRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed control of the tool in unexpected situations. below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or seri- •...
  • Page 4 SERVICE • When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the • Tool service must be performed only by qualified Maintenance section of this manual. Use of repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed unauthorizedparts or failure to follow Maintenance by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
  • Page 5 _" WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure: INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow aLlinstructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the and/or serious personal injury.
  • Page 6: Symbols

    Some ofthefollowing symbols m aybeusedonthistool.Please s tudy themandlearn theirmeaning. Proper interpretation ofthese symbols w illallow youto operate t hetoolbetter andsafer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) Watt Power Minutes Time "%" Alternating Current Type of current Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current No Load Speed...
  • Page 7 The following s ignal words andmeanings areintended toexplain t helevels ofriskassociated withthisproduct. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will DANGER: result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could WARNING: result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 8 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Motor ................................... 19.2 Volt DC Switch................................Variab]eSpeed No Load Speed ..............................0-3,100/rain. Charger Input ............................120 V,60 Hz, AC only Charge Rate .................................. 1 hour Stroke Length................................7/8 in. BASE (SHOE) ASSEMBLY LOCK-OFF BUTTON SAWBLADE BATI'ERY PACK SWITCH TRIGGER BLADE CLAMP LEVER...
  • Page 9: Features

    KNOW YOUR RECIPROCATING SWITCH TRIGGER See Figure 1. To turn the saw ON, depress the lock-offbutton and then Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself depress the switch trigger. Release switch trigger to turn the saw OFF. with all operating features and safety rules. BLADE CLAMP LEVER VARIABLE SPEED The saw has a blade clamp design that does not require...
  • Page 10 UNPACKING WARNING: If any parts are missing do not operate This product has been shipped completely assembled. this tool until the missing parts are replaced. Failure • Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the to do so could result in possible serious personal injury.
  • Page 11 CHARGING A COOL BATTERY PACK CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK See Figure2, When using the tool continuously, the batteries in the If battery pack is below normal temperature range, the battery pack will become hot. You should let a hot battery pack cool down for approximately 30 minutes before green LED on charger will come on.
  • Page 12 TO INSTALL/REMOVE BATTERY PACK TO INSTALL SAW BLADE See Figure 3. See Figure4. TO INSTALL: • Remove battery pack. • Place the battery pack in the saw aligning raised rib • Lift blade clamp lever locatedon side of saw. on battery pack with groove in saw's battery port. •...
  • Page 13: Assembly

    BASE (SHOE) ASSEMBLY WARNING: Make sure blade does not touch work See Figure 5. until motor reaches full speed, since this could cause The base assembly of the reciprocating saw pivots up and loss of control resulting in serious injury. down in both directions.
  • Page 14 PLUNGE CUTTING METAL CUTTING See Figure 7. See Figure 8. • Mark the line of cut clearly. Metals such as sheet steel, pipe, steel rods, aluminum, brass, and copper may be cut with the saw. Be careful • Choose a convenientstarting point insidethe area not to twist or bend the saw blade.
  • Page 15: Operation

    WARNING: When servicing, use only identical WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids, Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other part gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating may create a hazard or cause product damage. oils, etc. come in contact with plastic parts.
  • Page 16: Accessories

    Look forthese accessories atSears retail: BLADE TYPES LENGTH TEETH PERIN. For fast smooth cuts in woods, masonite, plastics, hard composition board and all plunge cutting. Keyhole blade shape permits cutting in hard to reach areas........6 ....6 For fast, smooth, deep cuts through thick wood, plastic, composition board, and hardboard ... 12 ....6 For rough cuts in wood ........................
  • Page 17 CRAFTSMAN 19.2 VOLT RECIPROCATING SAW - MODEL NO. 315.115740 (Item No. 11574) ---- number in all correspondence regarding your RECIPROCATING SAW or when ordering repair parts. The model number will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Always mention the model !
  • Page 18 Get it fixed, at your homeor ours! Your Home For repair-in your home-of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself.

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