Tensioning the blade – Sears 113.244530 User Manual

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7. The upper wheel needs to be placed in its lowest

position. Locate the tension lock knob on the
back of the saw and turn it counterclockwise
approximately two turns. Lift the tension catch
away from the teeth and move it to its lowest
position.

Tension

Catch

CAUTION: To avoid being scraped, if the blade
should suddenly uncoil, wear safety goggles.
Carefully uncoil the blade holding it at arms
length.

Tension Wheel

. Uncoil the blade.

9. Slide the blade into the slot of the table with the

teeth facing forward and down toward the table.

10. Place the blade on all three wheels. Center the

blade on the rubber tires.

Idler Wheel

Drive Wheel

WARNING: Push the knob off, lock with a pad

lock and unplug before making any adjust
ments.

TENSIONING THE BLADE

1. With one hand on the knob and the other on the

tension catch, lift up on the tension assembly until
the slack in the blade is eliminated. Note which

notch the top of the tension catch is closest to.

Tension

Adjusting

Knob