You should record both model and serial number in a safe place for future use. CAUTION: Read GENERAL and ADDITIONAL SAFETY IN ST R UCTIO N S caref ully CRRFTSMf,]I 7O-rNcH BAND SAW o assem bly o operating o repait parts Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL. 60684 U.S.A. Part No. SP5100 FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN BAND SAW lf within one year lrom the date of purchase, this Craftsman Band Saw fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of charge. WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS USED IN THE UNITED STATES. This warranty gives you specilic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.,698/731A, Sears Tower, Chicago, lL 60684 general safety instructions for power tools 1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL Read and understand the owner's manual and labels aff ixed to the tool. Learn its application and limitations as well as the specif ic potential hazards peculiar to this tool. GROUND ALL TOOLS This tool is equipped with an approved 3 conductor cord and a 3-prong grounding type plug to f it the proper grounding type receptacle. The green conductor in the cord is the ground ing wire. Never connect the green wire to a llve terminal. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE in working order, and in proper adlustment - and alignment. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Floor must not be slippery due to wax or saw- d ust. 6. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT Don'l use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted. Provide adequate surrounding work soace. 7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY All visitors should be kept a safe distance f rom worK area. 8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD.PROOF with oadlocks, master switches, or by re - moving starter keYs. 9. DON'T FORCE TOOL It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. 10. USE RIGHT TOOL Don't force tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed for. 11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings, wristwatches) to get caught in moving parts. NONSLIP footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to con' tain long hair. Roll long sleeves above the elbow. 12. USE SAFETY GOGGLES (Head Protection) Wear safety goggles (must comply with ANSI 287.1) at all times. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses. Also, use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty, and ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during extended periods of ooeratlon. 13. SECURE WORK Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. lt's safer than using your hand, f rees both hands to operate tool. 14. DON'T OVERREACH Keep proper footing and balance at all times. 15. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest oerformance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. 16. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc. 17. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING Make sure switch is in "OFF" position before plugging in. 't8. USE RECOMMEN DED ACCESSORIES Consult the owner's manual for recommended accessories. Follow the instructions that accompany the accessories. The use of im proper accessories may cause hazards. 19. NEVER STAND ON TOOL Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted. Do not store materials above or near the tool such that it is necessary to stand on the tool to reach them. 20. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be caref ully checked to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its intended f unction. Check for align' ment of moving parts, binding of moving parts' breakage of parts, mounting' and any other con' ditions that may affect its operation' A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or rePlaced. 21. NEVER LEAVETOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED Turn oower off . Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete stoP. additional safety instructions for band saw Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your band saw works. BEFORE USING THE SAW: WARNING: TO AVOID MISTAKES THAT COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS, PERMANENT INJURY DO NOT PLUG THE SAW IN UNTIL THE FOLLOW. ING STEPS HAVE BEEN SATTSFACTORILY COMPLETED: 1. Assembly and alignment. 2. l-earn the function and proper use of the on-off switch. upper blade guide locx knob lower blade guide tension adlusting knob table iock knobs, bevel scale, guide. bar lock knob and blade thrust bearing adjustment 3. Read and undersiand a sa{et; nstructions and oneratino nrncedr rres tniO!ChOUi tfte manUal. 4. Fe...