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
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. 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
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