Craftsman 21239 Operation Manual
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® Model No. 137.212390 \\ \ C us CAUTION: Before using this Miter Saw, read this manual and follow all its Safety Rules and Operating Instructions • Safety Instructions • Installation • Operation • Maintenance • Parts List Customer Help Line For Technical Support 1-800-843-1682 Sears Parts - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 2
Miter Saw .......... Glossary of Terms Assembly and Adjustments Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Guide Parts List PAGE 9 10 11 12 18 26 27 28 CRAFTSMAN ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY If this Craftsman rights which vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 3
tool and its Operator's Manual may contain "WARNING ICONS" (a picture symbol intended to alert you to, and/or instruct you how to avoid, manual before using this product. KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE: Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury. SUPPORT - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 4
iNSTRUCTiONS get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended are available at Sears. NOTE: Glasses A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK. Sawing operation produces dust. 14. SECURE FROM POWER SOURCE before servicing, and when changing accessories Consult this Operator's Manual for recommended accessories. - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 5
. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. 23. WARNING: Dust generated from certain materials can be hazardous to your health. Always operate saw in well-ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal. - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 6
adequate support to the sides of the saw table for long work pieces. 23.NEVER use the miter saw in an area with flammable liquids or gases. 24.NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. Solvents could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material. 25.SHUT OFF the power before servicing or - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 7
parts when servicing a tool with double insulation. Servicing SAW. Check the saw blade to make sure it turns freely. If the blade is free, try to start the saw again. If the motor still does not start, refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE or dull saw blades are used. 5. Most motor troubles may - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 8
miter saw. Follow instructions that accompany accessories. Use of improper accessories may cause hazards. • The use of any cutting tool except 12 in. saw to possible serious injury. ACCESSORIES Visit your Sears Hardware Department or see the Sears Power and Hand Tool Catalog to purchase recommended - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 9
attempt to assemble the miter saw, or plug in the power cord until the missing or damaged part is correctly replaced. To avoid electric shock, use only identical replacement parts when servicing double insulated tools. Call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® for replacement parts. Miter Saw Hold-down Clamp Dust - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 10
Dust SwitcHhandle LoweBrladGeuard BeveDletenPtin_ Hold-doCwlnam Sliding LefTt able Guide insert Mounting Hole Base Positive Stop Locking Lever Stop Latch Knob Carrying Laser ON/OFF Switch ON/OFF Trigger Switch Slide Carriage Lock Knob Motor Positive Miter Detents ht Extension Table Table - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 11
"mitre". HOLD DOWN LATCH - Locks the miter saw in the lowered position for compact storage and transportation. REVOLUTIONS PER MINUTE (RPM) - The number of turns completed by a spinning object in one minute. INSTRUCTION OR OWNER'S MANUAL - Booklet accompanying your power tool that describes - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 12
to the up position. Fig.D UNLOCKING THE SLIDE CARRIAGE (FIG. B) After removing the saw from the carton, loosen the slide carriage lock knob (1). When transporting or storing the miter saw, the slide carriage should always be locked in position. The slide carriage lock knob (1) is located on the - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 13
support. from the table cavity before performing any cuts. The table insert may be removed for this Mounting instructions purpose, but always reattach the table insert 1. For stationary use, place the saw in the prior to performing a cutting operation. • Do not start the sliding compound miter - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 14
OFF position and plug is not connected to the power source outlet. • Only use a 12-inch diameter blade. 1. Unplug the saw from the outlet 2. Raise the miter saw to the upright position. 3. Raise the lower clear plastic blade guard (1) to the uppermost position. (Fig. K) 4. While holding the lower - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 15
use the saw without the the saw. o saw blade path on the stock to be cut before starting the miter saw. This laser guide is powered by the transformed alternating current supply directly through the power lead. The saw guide is turned on. Avoid direct eye contact. Always un-plug the miter saw service - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 16
bolt (12) in or out until the blade is at 33.9 ° to the miter table. 5. Secure the Iocknut (11) into position after alignment is achieved. MITER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT (FIG. Q) The sliding compound miter saw scale can be easily read, showing miter angles from 0° to 45 ° to the left, and 0 ° to 45 ° to the - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 17
the control ADJUSTIFNEGNCSEQUAREN(EFSIGSR. ) arm throat or any part of the base or table. If the 1. miter saw due to tipping, do not 12 1 operate the saw without the Rear Extension Support Bar. Loosen the two screws (1) and extend the rear extension support bar (2) by sliding - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 18
latch, bevel lock handle, and cover plate screw. • Review and understand all safety instructions and operating procedures in this Operator's Manual. (SAFETY & OPERATIONS) • Review the MAINTENANCE and TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE for your miter saw. • To avoid injury or possible death from electrical shock - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 19
Properly support round material such as hearing damage, wear ear plugs when using dowel rods, or tubing, which have a tendency any miter saw. • avoid injury, follow all applicable safety instructions, when cutting non-ferrous metals: • Use only saw blades specifically recommended for non-ferrous - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 20
10 seconds, unplug the saw and follow the instructions in TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE section. Before freeing jammed material: • Release trigger switch. • Wait for all moving parts to stop. • Unplug the miter saw. BASIC SAW OPERATIONS I,A WARNING] For your convenience, your saw has a blade brake. The - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 21
° and 45 °. IMPORTANT: Always tighten the miter table lock handle before performing every cutting operation. SLiDiNG CARRIAGE SYSTEM (FIG. X) ,& WARNINGI To to slide freely. 1 2 3 Fig. X BEFORE LEAVING THE SAW • Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power OFF. Wait for all moving parts to - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 22
fences to match the degree of the bevel cut. Failure to extend the sliding fence will not allow enough space for the blade to pass through which could result in serious injury. At extreme miter or bevel angles the saw blade may also contact the fence. BEVEL CUT (FIG. Z) 1. When a bevel cut is - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 23
or this, an auxiliary wood fence CUTTINUGSINTGHESTOPLAT(EFIGD. D) can be mounted to your saw. Lonpgiecenseeedxtension table support. 1. Loosen the knob (5) then slide the extension Holes are provided in the saw fence to attach table to desired position and tighten the knob. an auxiliary wood - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 24
dry run cut so you can determine if the operation being attempted is possible before power is applied to the saw. CUTTING CROWN MOLDING (FIG. HH, II) Your compound miter saw is suited for the difficult task of cutting crown molding. To fit properly, crown molding must be compoundmitered with extreme - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 25
CROWN MOLDING CHART Compound Miter saw Miter and bevel Angle settings Wall to Crown Molding Angle Angle BeWtwaellsen 67 12 4.72 4.33 3.94 3.54 3.15 2,75 2,36 1.97 1.58 1.18 0.79 0.39 45/45 ' Crown Molding Miter Setting Bevel Setting 20.61 20.21 19.81 19.42 19.03 18.64 18.25 17.86 17.48 17.09 16 - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 26
volatile solvents to clean the miter saw. = To avoid injury from unexpected starting or electrical shock, unplug the power cord before working on the saw. = For your safety, this saw is double insulated. To avoid electrical shock, fire or injury, use only parts identical to those identified in - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 27
MAINTENANCE section. 2. Contact Sears Service Center. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE - SAW OPERATION PROBLEM PROBLEM CAUSE SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE ACTION is moving during cut. 1. Contact Sears Service Center. 2. Clean and lubricate moving parts. 1. See BASIC SAW OPERATION section. 2. Replace or sharpen - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 28
12 in. COMPOUND MITER SAW MODEL NO. 137.212390 I_]L WARNING] When servicing use only CRAFTSMAN replacement parts. Use of any other parts many create a HAZARD or cause product damage. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this Miter Saw may create a HAZARD unless repair is done by a - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 29
12 in. COMPOUND MITER SAW SCHEMATIC A MODEL NO. 137.212390 i \ - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 30
12 in. COMPOUND MITER SAW PARTS LiST FOR SAW SCHEMATIC B I.D. 0DTH 0J6A 0J74 0JAZ 0JPF 0JXB 0JXG (REAR) SETPLATE SDDE PLATE SUPPORT CR. RE. TRUSS HD. ROUND NECK SCREW LNSTRUCTLON MANUAL SCALE SCALE TRADE-MARK LABEL LOCKLNG HANDLE ASS'Y CR. RE. PAN HD. TAPPLNG SCREW MODEL NO. 137.212390 Size q) - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 31
12 in. COMPOUND MITER SAW SCHEMATIC B MODEL NO. 137.212390 /=_ / /° - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 32
COMPOUND MITER SAW PARTS LiST FOR MOTOR I.D. 0JCF 0JX2 0K44 0KCP 0KLA 0Q9K 0QGR 0QMK 0QMY 0QQS 0QQT 0QR0 0OR2 2lAX 23Z3 23Z4 240R 27DB 2B79 2PXT 2QOP Description SPRING PiN HEX. SOC SETSCREW CR. RE. PAN HD. SCREW & WASHER CR. RE. PAN HEAD TAPPING & WASHER SCREW PLASTIC SCREW FLOW GUIDE COMPRESSION - Craftsman 21239 | Operation Manual - Page 33
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electronics, call anytime for the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Service Center 1-800-488-1222 (U.S.A.) 1-800-469-4663 (Canada) :; www.sears.com www.sears.ca To purchase a protection agreement on a product serviced by Sears: 1-800-827-6655 (U.S.A.) 1-800-361-6665 (Canada) Pard
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Operator's Manual
®
12
in. SLiDiNG
COMPOUND
MITER
SAW WiTH
LASER TRAC
®
Model
No. 137.212390
\\
\
C
us
CAUTION:
Before using this Miter Saw,
read this manual and follow
all its Safety Rules and
Operating
Instructions
•
Safety Instructions
•
Installation
•
Operation
•
Maintenance
•
Parts List
Customer
Help
Line
For
Technical
Support
1-800-843-1682
Sears
Parts
&
Repair
Center
1-800-488-1222
Sears,
Roebuck
and Co., Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179 USA
Visit
our Craftsman
website:
www.sears.comlcraftsman
Part No. 137212390001
Printed
in China