iFixit - Answers With Device "Craftsman Jigsaw"

Craftsman Model 315.10721: Why is the saw overheating?

Tue, 25 Nov 2014 11:08:07 -0700

The saw tends to overheat frequently and the motor makes a weird humming sound. What can be done to prevent the overheating?

⟐ Edited November 25, 2014 at 11:08 MST

Craftsman Model 315.10721: Why is the trigger on the saw sticking?

Tue, 25 Nov 2014 11:08:18 -0700

When the trigger on the saw is pressed to turn it on, the button sticks and it stays on

⟐ Edited November 25, 2014 at 11:08 MST

Craftsman Jigsaw: Why is it losing power? Where to buy parts?

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 09:29:02 -0700

Craftsman Model 315.172110 jig saw, it's losing power. I ASSUME the brushes need to be replaced. Not having much luck finding replacement brushes online. Anyone know, first, if this is the issue and second, where I can find a brush kit?

⟐ Edited December 22, 2025 at 9:29 MST

Craftsman Model 315.10721: Why is the saw blade bouncing up and down?

Wed, 25 Apr 2018 12:01:01 -0700

When making a cut the saw blade seems to bounce up and down. It will not make a clean cut through the material. I have tried using different speeds but it is still bouncing

⟐ Commented April 25, 2018 at 12:01 MST

Craftsman Model 315.10721: There is a lot of oil on the outside of the housing under the scroll

Mon, 26 Mar 2018 00:54:40 -0700

Is it ok to run the saw with oil leaking from the housing?

⟐ Answered March 26, 2018 at 0:54 MST

Craftsman Reciprocating Saw 1351724 2016: Why can’t I stop my blade from scrolling?

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 14:45:48 -0700

My blade turns left and right while cutting making it impossible to cut a straight line.

Craftsman Jig Saw 32028223 2010: The blade is not aligned with the laser.

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 17:10:26 -0700

Is there a way to adjust the blade when it is in the locked position? It is not straight. The saw veers to the side when I try to cut straight.