CRAFTSMAN 315.114050 (01) PDF Document

To safely operate your CRAFTSMAN 315.114050, it is important to read and understand the operator’s manual.

KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the owner’s manual carefully. Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.

GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by preventing body contact with grounded surfaces. For example: pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.

AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Don’t carry a plugged-in tool with your finger on the switch. Be sure the switch is off when plugging in.

REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning it on.

DON’T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force a small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. Don’t use a tool for a purpose for which it was not intended – for example – don’t use a circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

DISCONNECT TOOLS. Unplug the tool when not in use, before servicing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc.

AVOID KICKBACK. Kickback can occur when the blade stalls. A stalled blade has a great deal of force. The force is transferred through the tool causing the tool to “kickback”.

NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN THE POWER OFF. Don’t leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop.

KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to rain. Keep your work area well lit.

KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at a safe distance from the work area.

STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry, high, or locked-up place – out of the reach of children.

SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold your work. It’s safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate the tool.

DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can get caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors.

USE SAFETY GOGGLES (Head Protection). Wear safety goggles (must comply with ANSI Z87.1) at all times. Also, use a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.

ALWAYS USE THE PROPER BLADE for your cutting application. Using the proper blade for the material being cut will result in a more efficient and safer cut.

DURING CUTTING OPERATION, the saw shoe must be held firmly against the material being cut.

NEVER USE BLADES WHICH ARE DAMAGED or bent. Always use sharp blades.

BE SURE BLADE IS SECURELY LOCKED IN POSITION before performing any cutting operation. An improperly installed blade could fly out of the tool causing serious personal injury.

ALWAYS OPERATE THE SAW with the saw shoe held firmly against the workpiece. This will prevent kickback which could cause serious personal injury.

USE EXTRA CAUTION WHEN CUTTING OVERHEAD and when cutting through floors or ceilings. Be aware of hidden wires and pipes. Always grasp the tool firmly with both hands for maximum control.

KNOW WHAT IS BEHIND THE WALL, FLOOR, OR CEILING that you are cutting. Do not cut into electrical wires or pipes. If you are not sure, use a metal detector. Hitting a “live” electrical wire with the blade of your saw will make exposed metal parts of the tool “live” and could result in a serious electrical shock to the operator.

Your CRAFTSMAN 315.114050 is powered by a precision-built electric motor and should only be connected to a 120-volt, 60 Hz, AC-only power source (normal household current). Do not operate this tool on direct current (DC).

When using an extension cord, use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug. If an extension cord is used, make sure its conductor size is large enough to prevent an excessive drop in voltage, which can cause a loss of power and/or overheating. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

Follow this table for recommended extension cord sizes for your CRAFTSMAN 315.114050:

When using the tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. This is indicated by the letters “WA” on the cord’s jacket.

Inspect extension cords before each use. If damaged, replace immediately. Never use a tool with a damaged cord. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always use a grounded connection.

To reduce the possibility of the extension cord disconnecting from the power cord during operation, you can tie the two cords in a knot or use a cord-to-cord connector strap.

Your CRAFTSMAN 315.114050 has been shipped completely assembled. Follow these steps to unpack it:

1. Lift your reciprocating saw from its carton and place it on a level work surface.

2. Examine the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage has occurred during shipping. If any parts are damaged or missing, you should not use the tool until the parts are replaced.

3. Your reciprocating saw is ready for use once you install a blade.

Before attempting to use your CRAFTSMAN 315.114050, familiarize yourself with its features:

VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH: Your saw has a variable speed switch that delivers higher speed with increased trigger pressure. Speed is controlled by the amount of switch trigger depression.

LOCK-ON BUTTON: The lock-on button allows continuous operation without holding the trigger switch. To lock on, depress the trigger and push in the lock-on button. To release the lock, depress and release the trigger.

QUICK-LOCK CHUCK: Your saw has a quick-lock blade chuck that does not require a blade clamp screw or an allen wrench to change blades.

PIVOTING SHOE: The pivoting shoe provides support at various angles during cutting.

Always unplug your CRAFTSMAN 315.114050 from the power supply before installing or removing blades. To install a blade:

1. Unplug your saw.

2. Rotate the chuck collar as far as it will go in a counterclockwise direction and hold in this position.

3. Insert the blade shank into the blade chuck until it bottoms out.

4. Release the chuck collar. The blade is now locked in position.

5. Pull on the blade to make sure it is securely locked in the blade chuck.

To remove a blade:

1. Unplug your saw.

2. Rotate the chuck collar as far as it will go in a counterclockwise direction and hold it in this position.

3. Pull the blade out of the blade chuck.

4. Release the chuck collar.

NOTE: You may install the blade with the teeth pointing up or down, depending on your cutting requirements.

Your CRAFTSMAN 315.114050 has a variable speed switch that delivers higher speed with increased trigger pressure. Speed is controlled by the amount of switch trigger depression.

To turn your saw ON, depress the switch trigger.

To turn it OFF, release the switch trigger.

Your saw is also equipped with a “lock-on” feature, which is convenient when continuous cutting for an extended period of time is required. To lock on, depress the switch trigger, push in on the lock-on button located on the side of the handle, then release the switch trigger. To release the lock, depress and release the switch trigger. Before beginning any cutting operation, make sure your saw is not in the “lock-on” position.

For general cutting with your CRAFTSMAN 315.114050, hold the saw firmly in front of and clear of your body. Make sure the blade is clear of any foreign material and will not contact the workpiece until the motor has reached full speed. Begin with a slow cutting speed and increase to the correct speed for the material being cut.

WARNING: Do not drop the tool or throw it. Dropping or throwing the saw can result in damage to the tool which could cause serious personal injury. If your saw has been dropped, carefully inspect it for damage. Do not use your saw if the housing is cracked or if the blade chuck is not operating properly.

The compact design of the motor housing and spindle housing on your CRAFTSMAN 315.114050 permits cutting extremely close to floors, corners, and other difficult areas. To perform flush cutting, press the side of the blade against the material to be cut off and begin cutting.

Pocket cutting with your CRAFTSMAN 315.114050 is for WOOD ONLY. Follow these steps:

1. Measure and mark the area to be cut. Use a blade short enough so that it will not cut beyond the desired cut on the back side of the material.

2. Rest the saw shoe on the workpiece in a position where the blade will form an angle with the workpiece.

3. Firmly grasp your saw with both hands. Make sure the blade is inside the area to be cut.

4. Start your saw. When the motor reaches full speed, gradually lower the blade into the workpiece until the shoe is flat against it.

5. Continue cutting to the line.

6. For small square cuts, it is advisable to cut to the corners and finish the cut with a handsaw or saber saw.

Your CRAFTSMAN 315.114050 can be used for cutting light gauge sheet metal, mild steel, pipe, steel bar, aluminum, brass, and copper. Be careful not to twist or bend the blade. Do not force it. Use a fine-tooth blade for cutting ferrous metals (those with a high iron content), and a coarser blade for non-ferrous metals.

When cutting thin gauge sheet metals, it is best to clamp wood on both sides of the sheet. This will ensure a clean cut without the excess vibration and tearing of the metal. Always remember to wear safety goggles when cutting metal. Failure to do so could result in serious eye injury.

To reduce blade heat when cutting metals, we recommend that a lubricant be used. For steel, use a light machine oil along the cutting line. For aluminum, use kerosene.

Before any maintenance, always unplug your CRAFTSMAN 315.114050 from the power source.

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, carbon dust, etc.

When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.

Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. They contain chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic.

All of the bearings in your CRAFTSMAN 315.114050 are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high-grade lubricant for the life of the tool under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further lubrication is required.

The following accessories are recommended for use with your CRAFTSMAN 315.114050:

BLADES:

Cat. No. 28723: General Purpose Set (6 pc.)

Cat. No. 28733: Woodcutting/Pruning Set (6 pc.)

Cat. No. 28743: Metal/Plastic Cutting Set (6 pc.)

Cat. No. 28753: Master Set (12 pc.)

Cat. No. 2878: Blade Carrying Case

Cat. No. 9078: 12 in. All Purpose

Cat. No. 9077: 12 in. Pruning

Cat. No. 9076: 9 in. Pruning

Cat. No. 9075: 6 in. Pruning

Cat. No. 9074: 12 in. Woodcutting

Cat. No. 9073: 9 in. Woodcutting

Cat. No. 9072: 6 in. Woodcutting

Cat. No. 9071: 4 in. Woodcutting

Cat. No. 9070: 6 in. Scroll

Cat. No. 9069: 3-5/8 in. Scroll

Cat. No. 9068: 8 in. Metal Cutting

Cat. No. 9067: 6 in. Metal Cutting

Cat. No. 9066: 4 in. Metal Cutting

Cat. No. 9065: 8 in. Nail-embedded Wood

Cat. No. 9064: 6 in. Nail-embedded Wood

Cat. No. 9063: 4 in. Nail-embedded Wood

Cat. No. 9062: 6 in. Plaster/Drywall

Cat. No. 9061: 6 in. Plaster/Laminate

Cat. No. 9060: 6 in. Combination

CARRYING CASE: Carrying Case (Part No. 973801-001)

WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed above might be hazardous.