Excalibur CTEX-21CE Assembly And Instruction Manual

ASSEMBLY AND

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

EXCALIBUR

21” TILTING HEAD

SCROLL SAW

MODEL: CTEX-21CE

by General International

REVISION 1 - February 23/07

Head tilts 45° left and right.

21" Throat capacity.

2" Cutting thickness capacity.

Large 13 1/2” x 23 1/2” (

345mm x 597 mm)

table surface.

Finger operated blade clamps, no tools
required.

Easy access speed and tension controls.

Organized blade storage on base.

Unique tilting head design tilts the blade,
not the table keeping the workpiece level
for better control & more accurate cuts.

LENGTH
32” (812 mm)

WIDTH
15” (380 mm)

HEIGHT
15” (380 mm)

THRO

AT

21”(535 mm)
MAXIMUM CUTTING DEPTH

2” (53 mm)
SPEED (V

ARIABLE)

400 TO 1550 STROKES/MIN
T

ABLE SURFACE

13 1/2” x 23 1/2” (345 x 597 mm)
MO

TOR

110 V, 1.3 A
WEIGHT

65 LBS (29.5 kg)

© COPYRIGHT GENERAL INTERNATIONAL 02/2007

THANK YOU

for purchasing the Excalibur by General® International model

EX-21 scroll saw. This scroll saw has been carefully tested and inspected before shipment and if
properly used and maintained, will provide you with years of reliable service. To ensure optimum
performance and trouble-free operation, and to get the most from your investment, please take
the time to read this manual before assembling, installing and operating the unit.

The manual’s purpose is to familiarize you with the safe operation, basic function, and features
of this scroll saw as well as the set-up, maintenance and identification of its parts and
components. This manual is not intended as a substitute for formal woodworking instruction,
nor to offer the user instruction in the craft of woodworking. If you are not sure about the safe­ty of performing a certain operation or procedure, do not proceed until you can confirm, from
knowledgeable and qualified sources, that it is safe to do so.

Once you’ve read through these instructions, keep this manual handy for future reference.

All component parts of Excalibur by General® International products are carefully tested and inspected during all
stages of production, and each unit is thoroughly inspected upon completion of assembly. Because of our
commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, General® International agrees to repair or replace, within a
period of 24 months from date of purchase, any genuine part or parts which, upon examination, prove to be
defective in workmanship or material. In order to obtain this warranty, all defective parts must be returned freight
pre-paid to General® International Mfg. Co., Ltd. Repairs attempted without our written authorization will void this
warranty.

GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY

Disclaimer:

The information and specifications in this manual pertain to
the unit as it was supplied from the factory at the time of printing.
Because we are committed to making constant improvements,
General® International reserves the right to make changes to compo­nents, parts or features of this unit as deemed necessary, without prior
notice and without obligation to install any such changes on previously
delivered units. Reasonable care is taken at the factory to ensure that
the specifications and information in this manual corresponds with that
of the unit with which it was supplied. However, special orders and “after

factory” modifications may render some or all information in this manu­al inapplicable to your unit. Further, as several generations of this scroll
saw and several versions of this manual may be in circulation,if you own
an earlier or later version of this unit, this manual may not depict your
unit exactly.If you have any doubts or questions contact your retailer or
our support line with the model and serial number of your unit for clarifi­cation.

GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL

8360 Champ-d’Eau, Montreal (Quebec) Canada H1P 1Y3

Telephone [phone] • Fax [phone]

www.general.ca

1. Read, understand and follow all safety warnings
and instructions in the supplied Operator’s Manual.

2. Do not operate the saw when tired, distracted, or
under the effects of drugs, alcohol or any medica­tion that impairs reflexes or alertness.

3. Keep the work area well lit, clean and free of
debris.

4. Keep children and shop visitors at a safe distance
while operating the saw; do not permit them to
operate the scroll saw.

5. Childproof and tamper proof your shop and all
machinery with locks, master electrical switches
and switch keys, to prevent unauthorized or unsu­pervised use.

6. Stay alert! Give your work undivided attention. Even
a momentary distraction can lead to serious injury.

7. Fine particulate dust is a carcinogen that can be
hazardous to health. Work in well ventilated area
and use a dust collector whenever possible.

8. Wear approved safety glasses and dust mask. Do
not wear loose clothing, gloves, bracelets, neck­laces or jewellery while operating the saw.

9. Be sure all adjustment tools, wrenches or other clut­ter are removed from the machine and/or the
table surface before operation.

10. Keep hands well away from saw blade and all
moving parts. Use a brush, not hands, to clear away
chips and sawdust.

11. Be sure that saw blade is properly installed, and in
proper cutting direction, before operation.

12. Be sure the blade has gained full operating speed
before beginning to cut.

13. Always use a clean, properly sharpened blade.
Dirty or dull blades are unsafe and can lead to
accidents.

14. Do not push or force stock into the blade. The saw
will perform better and more safely when working
at the rate for which it was designed.

15. Use suitable support when cutting stock that does
not have a flat surface.

16. Avoid working from awkward or off balance posi­tions. Do not overreach during cutting operation;
keep both feet on floor. Never lean over or reach
behind the blade and never pull the work piece
through the cut from behind.

17. Never leave the machine unattended while running
or with the power “ON”.

18. Use of parts and accessories NOT recommended
by General® International may result in equipment
malfunction or risk of injury.

19. Never stand or lean on the saw.Serious injury could
occur if the unit is tipped over or if the blade is unin­tentionally contacted.

20. Always turn off and disconnect from power source
before servicing or changing accessories, blades,
or before performing any maintenance or adjust­ments.

21. Make sure that switch is in the "OFF" position before
plugging in the power cord.

22. Make sure saw is properly grounded. If equipped
with a 3-prong plug it should be used with a three­pole receptacle. Never remove the third prong.

Rules for Safe Operation

To help ensure safe operation, please take a moment to learn the machine’s applications and limita­tions, as well as potential hazards. General® International disclaims any real or implied warranty and
hold itself harmless for any injury that may result from the improper use of its equipment.

Additional Safety Instructions

Specific to this Scroll Saw

Because each shop situation is unique, no list of safety guidelines can ever be complete.

The most important safety feature in any shop is the knowledge and good judgement of the user.

Use common sense and always keep safety considerations, as they apply to your individual shop situation first

and foremost in mind. If you have any doubts about the safety of an operation you are about to
perform: STOP! Do not perform the operation until you have validated from qualified individuals

if the operation is safe to perform and what is the safest method to perform it.

1. Material hold-down must be properly set and
remain in position during use.

2. Never reach under the table when operating or
make any adjustments while the scroll saw is run­ning.

3. Secure the saw to the work bench with clamps or
mounting hardware.

4. Do not lift or carry the saw by the upper arm.

5. Make sure blade tension is properly adjusted.

6. Avoid awkward hand positions where a sudden slip
could cause a hand to move into the saw blade.
Do not place fingers or hands in the path of the saw
blade.

7. When removing short workpieces, or cleaning up
around the table, be sure that the saw is in the OFF
position and that the blade has come to a com­plete stop.

8. Never turn the saw ON before making sure that the
table is clear except for the workpiece and related
feed or support devices for the operation planned.

9. Check for proper blade size and type.

10. Do not attempt to saw stock that does not have a
flat surface unless a suitable support is used.

11. Turn off motor if the material resists being backed
out of an incomplete cut. Use appropriate speed
for applications.

12. CAUTION: Some wood contains preservatives such
as copper chromium arsenate (CCA) which can
be toxic. When cutting these materials, extra care
should be taken to avoid inhalation and to mini­mize skin contact.

13. Always use a dust mask and safety glasses when
sawing.

14. Keep guards in place and in working order.

15. Make sure your fingers do not contact the terminals
of the power cord when plugging in or unplugging
the saw.

16. Never overfeed or force work into the blade.

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Before connecting the machine to the power source, verify that the voltage of your power supply corresponds with
the voltage specified on the motor I.D. nameplate. A power source with greater voltage than needed can result in
serious injury to the user as well as damage to the machine. If in doubt, contact a qualified electrician before con­necting to the power source.

This tool is for indoor use only. Do not expose to rain or use in wet or damp locations.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

In the event of an electrical malfunction or short circuit, grounding
reduces the risk of electric shock. The motor of this machine is wired
for 110V single phase operation and is equipped with a 3-conduc­tor cord and a 3-prong grounded plug to fit a grounded type recep­tacle, . Do not remove the 3rd prong (grounding pin) to make it
fit into an old 2-hole wall socket. If an adaptor plug is used, , it
must be attached to the metal screw of the receptacle.

Note: The use of an adaptor plug is illegal in some areas. Check
your local codes.

EXTENSION CORDS

USE ONLY 3-WIRE EXTENSION CORDS THAT HAVE 3-PRONG GROUNDING PLUGS AND 3-POLE RECEPTACLES THAT ACCEPT
THE TOOLS’ PLUG. REPAIR OR REPLACE A DAMAGED OR WORN POWER CORD OR PLUG IMMEDIATELY.

If you find it necessary to use an extension cord with your machine make sure the cord rating is suitable for the
amperage listed on the motor I.D. plate. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating.The accompanying chart shows the correct size extension cord to be used based on cord
length and motor I.D. plate amp rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the number the heav­ier the gauge.

DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED.
If it will not fit your receptacle, have the proper receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.

CHECK with a qualified electrician or service person if you do not completely understand these grounding instruc­tions, or if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded.

AMPERES

(AMPS)

EXTENSION CORD LENGTH

25 FEET 50 FEET 75 FEET 100 FEET 150 FEET 200 FEET

<5 16 16 16 14 12 12

5 TO 8 16 16 14 12 10 NR

8 TO 12 14 14 12 10 NR NR
12 TO 15 12 12 10 10 NR NR
15 TO 20 10 10 10 NR NR NR
21 TO 30 10 NR NR NR NR NR

*Based on limiting the line voltage drop to 5V at 150% of the rated amperes.

NR = Not Recommended

5

IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND COMPONENTS

VARIABLE BLADE SPEED CONTROL KNOB
ON/OFF SWITCH
BLADE TENSION LEVER
BLADE CLAMP
BLADE
WORKPIECE HOLD DOWN
TABLE
BLADE TILT LOCKING LEVER

TILT HANDLE
ANGLE INDICATOR
ANGLE ADJUSTMENT SCALE
MOUNTING HOLES (4)
BLOWER
UPPER ARM
MOTOR
BLADE HOLDER SOCKETS

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SIDE VIEW

21” SCROLL SAW

EX-21

UNPACKING & SET UP

UNPACKING

Carefully unpack and remove the scroll saw and its components from the box and check for missing or damaged
items as per the list of contents below.

Note: Please report any damaged or missing items to your General International distributor immediately.

LIST OF CONTENTS

Once the parts have been removed from the
packaging, you should have the following items:

Qty

SCROLL SAW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

POWER CORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

LEVELLING FEET WITH NUTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

ALLEN KEY 3MM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

BLADE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

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INSTALLATION & ASSEMBLY

Before starting the assembly, make sure that the switch is in the “OFF” position and that the power
cord is unplugged. Do not plug in or turn on the scroll saw until you have completed the assembly
and installation steps described in this section of the manual.

Unscrew the 4 shipping bolts and remove the saw from the protective plywood shipping base. For your conven­ience this scroll saw is shipped from the factory partially assembled and requires only minimal assembly and set­up before being put into service.

The unit should be installed on a flat, sturdy and
stable surface able to support the weight of the
machine and the workpiece with ease.

Never install the machine over the edge of a table
or workbench.

Attaching the leveling feet

Install the leveling feet as shown. Loosen the upper

and lower nuts as needed to adjust the height

of the foot.

Installing the optional stand

If you prefer an optional stand (item EX-21BS is avail­able from your local General International dealer.
The stand is equipped with mounting holes allowing
the saw, after removing the leveling feet,to be bolted
directly to the stand.

For your safety it is essential that the machine does not rock or tip during operation. Upon start-up or during oper­ation, if you notice any rocking, tipping or chattering of the base turn the machine off immediately and readjust
the leveling feet as needed to stabilize the scroll saw on the bench or work surface.

If a permanent shop placement is practical, consider
removing the leveling feet on the base and drilling
matching through holes in the mounting surface of
your workbench or stand to bolt the saw in place
(hardware not included) on your workbench.

If a permanent installation is not practical, clamps
can also be used to secure the saw to a bench or
work table.

a. Saw
b. Hex head bolt
c. Flat washer
d. Workbench or

stand
e. Flat washer
f. Lock washer
g. Hex nut

ORDER OF ASSEMBLY

Mounting to a work surface

Plug the female end of the power cord into the sock­et at the rear of the saw as shown.

Attaching the pow

er cord

8

CHOOSING & INSTALLING A SAW BLADE

Blade selection is dependent on the type and thickness of the material being cut, but is also a matter of experience
and personal preference. There are numerous types of blades available on the market specifically suited for vari­ous cutting applications such as metal-cutting and spiral blades which cut in all directions. Try test-cutting with a
sample of each to determine which blade works best for you with different materials. Replacement and specialty
blades can be purchased from a variety of sources. Ask your local tool or scroll saw dealer for suggestions for
unpinned 5” scroll saw blades based on what is available in your area.

Some general guidelines to consider when choosing blades:

•

Wide, thick blades with coarse teeth are suited to cutting straight lines and sweeping curves, but will not turn
tight corners. They will cut aggressively and leave a fairly smooth finish, but may leave burn marks if the work
piece is turned too tightly.

•

Narrower, thinner blades with finer teeth will cut more slowly, but will turn much tighter corners for cutting very
intricate work. They will impart a very smooth, burnished finish that requires no sanding.

•

Consider material thickness when selecting blades. Ensure that a minimum of two or three teeth are in con­tact with the workpiece at all times. For example, when cutting 1/8” thick material, use a blade with a mini­mum of of 16 20 teeth per inch.

Blade Selection

BLADE WIDTH THICKNESS TEETH/INCH

#2/0 .022 .010 28 For extremely intricate sawing. Very tight cuts in 1/16” -

1/4” wood veneer, plastic, hard rubber, pearl, etc.

#0 .024 .011 25
#2 .029 .012 20 For tight radius work with thin materials, 3/32” - 1/2”

wood veneer, wood, bone, fiber, plastic, etc.

#4 .035 .015 15
#5 .038 .016 12.5 For close radius work in materials 1/8” or thicker. Good

for sawing hard and soft woods, bone, horn, plastic, etc.

#6 .041 .016 12.5
#7 .045 .017 11.5

Popular sizes for cutting hard and soft woods, 3/16” up

to 2”. Also cuts plastic, paper, felt, bone, etc.

#9 .053 .018 11.5
#11 .059 .019 9.5
#12 .062 .024 9.5

BLADE WIDTH THICKNESS TEETH/INCH

S

ame

applica-

tions as

Skip Tooth

blades.

#2/0R .026 .011 28/20

#2R .029 .012 20/13
#5R .038 .016 12.5/9
#7R .049 .018 11.5/8
#9R .054 .019 11.5/8

#12R .062 .062 9.5/6

Reverse teeth at the bottom of the blades prevent

splintering to the underside of the workpiece.

Regular evenly spaced tooth pattern. Considered the most common of scroll saw blades, they are available in the

widest range of sizes and provide a good combination of fast cutting action with good chip clearance and a rela-

tively smooth finish.

SKIP TOOTH

REVERSE TOOTH

BLADE WIDTH THICKNESS TEETH/INCH

Same

applica-

tions as

Skip Tooth

blades.

#1D .026 .013 30
#3D .032 .014 23
#5D .038 .016 16
#7D .044 .018 13
#9D .053 .018 11

#12D .061 .022 10

Fast, clean cutting and very efficient chip clearance.

DOUBLE TOOTH

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10

Installing or changing blades

Remove an installed, worn or broken blade by loosening the thumb­screws and on the upper and lower blade mounts until the blade
can be removed. (See Fig. 1, 2)

1. To install a blade, push the blade tension lever (See Fig. 3)
towards the rear of the saw.

2. With the blade teeth facing forward, slip one end of the blade
through the hole in the table . (See Fig.2)

3. Fit each end of the blade into the corresponding upper or lower

blade mounts and tighten the thumbscrews (See Fig. 1, 2) firmly

by hand only – do not use tools.

Note: Overtightening the blade clamp thumbscrews can cause pre
mature wear to the blades gripping surface and result in blade slippage.

4. Pull back on the blade tension lever to increase the tension on the
blade. (See Fig. 3)

Helpful Hints on blade tension: Determining correct blade tension is some­what subjective. It is learned through experience and is somewhat dependant
on personal preference. A properly tensioned blade will last longer and be
much less likely to break prematurely. If the blade tension is too loose, you will
notice that the blade will have a tendency to drift or slip off-line when cutting
and you may also experience excessive vibration or unusual noise. A blade
that is too tight will break prematurely.

Assuming the blade has been properly installed in the blade mounts, when the blade tension lever is pulled fully forward
towards the front of the saw, the blade should be properly tensioned. If not,the blade is most likely not properly positioned
in the mounts.

5. Test the blade tension by lightly plucking on the blade, like you would a guitar string, with your finger. If the blade is
tight and tensioned correctly you will get a clear and even note. If so, you are ready to proceed to operating and
cutting with the saw.

6. If not tensioned correctly, release the blade tension lever, reset the blade properly in the blade mounts, re-tension
the lever and “pluck-test” again. Proceed to operating and cutting with the saw only when you are satisfied that the
blade is tensioned properly.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

On/Off switch

A simple, dust protected rocker style on/off switch is located on the top front of the saw. (See Fig. 5)

Adjusting the blade speed

The Ex-21 Scroll Saw is equipped with a variable blade speed control which
allows you to select or fine-tune to the exact blade speed required (from
400-1550 strokes per minute) for best results based on the type and thick­ness of material and type of blade being used.

The blade speed control knob is located on the top front of the
machine. (See Fig. 5)

•

To increase blade speed, turn the control knob clockwise.

•

To decrease blade speed turn the control knob counter clockwise.

increase
speed

reduce
speed

Fig. 5

Always turn off and unplug the machine before removing, han­dling or changing blades.

TO LOOSEN

TO TIGHTEN

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

Fig. 3

Blade storage

There are 6 sockets (mounting holes) on either side of the base of the saw
to hold blade storage “test tubes” (tubes not supplied). Most blade retail­ers sell blades either already in the tubes or will be able to sell spare tubes
separately. Storing your spare blades in tubes, by size, right on the base of
the machine can be a great way to organize your spare blades so that
they are handy and available when needed. (See Fig. 4)

Fig. 4

Basic 90° straight or curved cuts

All cuts made with the blade at 90° to the table follow the same basic principals. Start by marking or transferring
your pattern or reference lines onto you workpiece.

Note: The EX-21 has a 21” throat that allow for a workpiece of up to 21” of clearance to swing completely around without
hitting the back of the saw. If necessary, rough-cut the workpiece down to a workable size before starting intricate work on
the scroll saw.

Blade speed selection is subjective and is dependant on a variety of factors: type and thickness of material being
cut, type of blade being used,feed rate, required finish quality as well as experience, personal preference and com­fort level of the user. There are no hard and fast rules. Be patient – practice and experience will be your best teacher.

Here are some general guidelines to consider when selecting/adjusting blade speed:

• For best results and smoothest most efficient cutting, always select the highest blade speed that you are comfort
able using based on your experience and skill level.

• Generally speaking, harder or denser workpiece material requires slower blade speeds.

• Slower speeds also work better with very thin blades, or when cutting most metals as well as for brittle or delicate
material such as fine veneers.

• Some wood species will have a tendency to burn quicker at higher blade speeds. To avoid additional sanding
later, reduce blade speed and feed speed at the first signs of burn marks on the workpiece.

Adjusting the Blower

The EX-21 is equipped with a built-in blower to help clear cutting
dust from the workpiece surface in front of the blade and on any
reference lines. Adjust the blower tube as needed to point the
nozzle at the blade to set it at a comfortable distance so as not to
obstruct your hand movement as you work. (See Fig. 6)

Workpiece Hold-Down

The workpiece hold-down (See Fig. 6) can be adjusted to assist
in preventing the blade from lifting the workpiece up from the
table during the cut. Loosen the thumbscrew to set the height
to your convenience based on the thickness of the workpiece.
Before cutting, test to make sure that the hold-down is not adjust­ed too tightly to the workpiece or that it obstructs the movement
of the workpiece.

Fig. 6

21”

Maximum workpiece
size from blade to
rear of saw

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12

Fret Cutting

Fret or inside cutting is an operation that can only be performed on a scroll saw. Fret cutting involves drilling a small
guide or pilot hole through the interior of your pattern on the workpiece, then disconnecting one end of the blade
which is fit through the guide hole and re-connected; essentially using this guide hole as the starting point to cut
out the piece from within. A typical example of fret cutting would be removing the center portion of lettering. (See
Fig. 9)

The EX-21 is a great tool for fret cutting because unlike most scroll saws it
allows you to raise the upper arm with the blade attached, line up the guide
hole in your workpiece with the hole in the table and then lower the arm
while guiding the blade through the hole from above (see step by step
instructions below). This can be a very useful time saving feature, particular­ly for intricate or complex fret designs that can involve dozens or even hun­dreds of holes.

Fig. 10

Fig. 11

1. With the saw turned off and unplugged, install the appropriate blade for
the type of material to be cut and the type of cut to be made (Refer to the
section “Choosing and Installing a Saw Blade” on page 9).

2. Adjust the workpiece hold-down and the blower nozzle to your liking.

3. Turn on the saw and set the speed controller to the desired blade
speed.

4. With your fingers holding the piece firm to the table, and using your
thumbs for directional control, (See Fig #7 & 8) feed the workpiece
into the blade using steady, even pressure.

5. Make sure that the blade is cutting on the waste side of your refer­ence line and adjust feed direction slighty as needed to compensate
for blade drift.

Cutting Tips: To stay in control on tight curve cuts, slow down your
feed rate as needed to allow the blade teeth time to make the cut.
Avoid coming to a complete stop whenever possible as this can
leave burn marks on the workpiece and also makes it more difficult
to get the piece re-started and moving through the cut again. Avoid
forcing through a curve cut as this can cause the blade to twist and
cut off-track or may even cause the blade to break.

1. With the saw turned off and unplugged, install the appropriate blade
for the type of material to be cut and the type of cut to be made
(Refer to the section “Choosing and Installing a Saw Blade” on page
9 of this manual).

2. With your pattern or design transferred onto the workpiece, drill a
guide hole in the inside waste portion of the workpiece. (See Fig. 10)
Make sure that the hole is large enough for the blade to fit through.

Helpful hints on drilling guide holes: If multiple fret cuts are required
on the same workpiece, drill all of your required guide holes before
taking the workpiece to the scroll saw. This will keep you from going
back and forth from the saw to the drill press.

To prolong blade life by limiting unnecessary cutting, drill your guide
holes as close as possible to your reference lines. (See Fig. 11)

Fig. 7

Fig. 8

A

Fig. 9

remove portion

Straight Cuts

Curved Cuts

3. Release tension on the blade by pushing the blade tension lever towards the rear of the saw.

4. Loosen the thumbscrew on the lower blade mount, located under the table, to release the blade from the mount.

5. Raise the upper arm assembly which will lift the blade up through the hole and above the table.

6. Position the workpiece on the table so that the guide hole lines up with the hole in the table.

7. Lower the arm assembly with one hand while guiding the blade through the hole in the workpiece and table.

8. Re-install the bottom end of the blade in the lower blade mount and tighten the thumbscrew to secure the blade
in the lower blade mount.

9. Pull back on the blade tension lever to re-tension the blade and test the blade tension as described in “Installing
or Changing Blades” section of this manual.

10. To begin cutting follow the same steps as described in “Basic 90° straight or curved cuts” section on page 9 of
this manual.

Angle or Bevel Cutting

One of the unique features of the EX-21 Scroll Saw is the ability to tilt the head of the saw in order to make angle or
bevel cuts. The table and the workpiece always stay horizontal (parallel to the floor) while the blade tilts, keeping
your hands in the same comfortable cutting position as they would normally be for regular right angle cuts.
Because you are not fighting gravity or working with your hands or wrists bent in awkward positions, it can be a
huge advantage and makes it easier and safer to make accurate bevel cuts.

The blade tilt controls are located under the table at the front saw. (See
Fig. 12)

To tilt the blade for bevel cutting:

1. Release the locking lever by turning counter-clockwise

2. Pull back and hold the spring loaded indexing pin from the 90°
stop hole and turn the tilting handle left or right to set the blade
to the desired angle.

Note: The spring loaded indexing pin will allow you to automat­ically lock in at 90° as well as common angles, 45, 30 & 22.5 both
left and right.

When tilting the blade to the left at extreme angles, it may be neces­sary to remove and reverse the lower blade mount thumbscrew
assembly in order to maximize clearance under the table. (Fig. 13
shows the lower blade mount in default position and Fig. 14 shows it
reversed)

3. Tighten the locking lever to secure the blade at the desired angle.

4. To begin cutting follow the same steps as described in “Basic 90°
straight or curved cuts” section on page 11 of this manual. Fig. 15
shows the scroll saw in position for bevel cutting.

To reduce the risk of injury, always turn off the saw and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop before
reaching in to remove waste material from a fret cut.

To reduce the risk of injury, always turn off the saw and wait for the
blade to come to a complete stop before reaching in to remove waste
material.

Fig. 12

Fig. 13

Fig. 14

Fig. 15

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MAINTENANCE, ADJUSTMENTS AND SERVICING

Handling

Never lift the saw by the upper arm assembly as this
will result in damage to the drivetrain.

Rather lift the saw by the front of the table and by
the motor.

Maintenance

• Always release tension on the blade when the saw is not
in use.

• Clean the saw regularly with a soft bristle brush or by vac­uuming to keep cutting dust from accumulating.

• An occasional application of a light dab of grease on
the front and rear trunnions (See Fig. 16) will keep the tilt­ing mechanism working smoothly. If you find the tilting
mechanism becoming more difficult to operate, thor­oughly wipe off any built-up cutting dust on the trunnions
and re-apply a little grease.

• The bearings in the drive mechanism are sealed and per­manently lubricated and do not need to be oiled or
greased.

Squaring the blade to the table

Depending on frequency of use and how much the tilting
mechanism is used, normal wear will over time cause the
blade to come slightly out of alignment with the table.
Periodically check the blade for square with the table.When
needed, adjust as described in the following steps to re­align the blade square to the table.

1. Turn off and unplug the saw.

2. Using the blade tilt controls at the front of the saw, set the
blade angle to read 0 - which is 90° vertical to the table.

3. Set a machinists square on the table and against the
blade to verify the blade angle. (See Fig. 17)

4. If the blade angle requires adjustment loosen the 4 bolts
in the front trunnion as well as the 4 bolts on the rear
trunnions .

5. By hand, move the entire head to bring the blade square
to the table.

6. With the blade square to the table hold the head in posi­tion and re-tighten the bolts on the front and rear trun­nions.

14

Fig. 16

Bottom of scroll saw

Front View

Back View

Fig. 17

NOTES

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#EX-21 A

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PARTS LIST - EX-21 (A)

PART N0. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY

EX21-A01 MAIN BODY 1
EX21-A02 UPPER ARM 1
EX21-A03 TOP COVER 1
EX21-A04 ALLEN SCREW #10-32X1/4 10
EX21-A05 SWITCH COVER 1
EX21-A06 SWITCH 1
EX21-A07 SCREW 5/16-5/8 1
EX21-A08 PLASTIC WASHER 1
EX21-A09 SPRING PIN 1/4X5/8 1
EX21-A10 TENSION LEVER ASS’Y 1
EX21-A11 TENSION LEVER HANDLE 1
EX21-A12 AIR NOZZLE 1
EX21-A13 TENSION ROD END BLOCK 1
EX21-A14 TENSION JACK SCREW LEVER 1
EX21-A15 NUT SPN1/4 1
EX21-A16 TENSION ROD 1
EX21-A17 SCREW 1/4X1/2 1
EX21-A18 BOLT 1
EX21-A19 UPPER & LOWER TENSION PLATE 1
EX21-A20 HOLD DOWN MOUNT PLATE 1
EX21-A21 ALLEN SCREW 2
EX21-A22 HOLD DOWN CLAMP KNOB 1
EX21-A23 WASHER 1/4X16X1.8 4
EX21-A24 HOLD DOWN CLAMP NUT 1
EX21-A25 HOLD DOWN BAR 1
EX21-A26 CAP SCREW #10-32X1/2 1
EX21-A27 HOLD DOWN FORKS 1
EX21-A28 DUST BLOWER 1
EX21-A29 SCREWS #8-32UNF3/8" 2
EX21-A30 VR KNOB 1
EX21-A31 VR 1
EX21-A32 CONTROL CABLE 1
EX21-A33 SCREW M4X8 4
EX21-A34 MOTOR CONTROL SET 1
EX21-A35 SCREW 1/4-20X1/2 3
EX21-A36 CONTROL BOX 1
EX21-A37 LINE CORD SOCKET 1
EX21-A38 FUSE 1
EX21-A39 STRAIN RELIEF 1
EX21-A40 GEAR COVER 1
EX21-A41 NUT 3/8"-16 2
EX21-A42 SET SCREW 3/8 X 1 X 1/4 1
EX21-A43 CROSS BLOCK RETAINER 1
EX21-A44 HOUSING CROSS BLOCK 1
EX21-A45 SCREW #10-32X2-1/4 4
EX21-A46 SCREW 3/8X5/8 1
EX21-A47 WASHER #8 1
EX21-A48 SCREW #8-32X3/8 1
EX21-A49 MOTOR LABEL 1
EX21-A50 WARNING LABEL 1
EX21-A51 NUT #10-32 4
EX21-A52 NUT 1/4-20UNC 2
EX21-A53 LOCK WASHER 1/4 1
EX21-A54 WASHER 1/4.(Ø13) 1
EX21-A55 LABEL 2
EX21-A56 SCREW 1/4 X 2-1/2 2

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#EX-21 B

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PARTS LIST - EX-21 (B)

PART N0. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY

EX21-B01 TRUNNION 2
EX21-B02 SIDE PANEL 2
EX21-B03 REAR TRUNNION PLATE 1
EX21-B04 FRONT TRUNNION PLATE 1
EX21-B05 TABLE 1
EX21-B06 GROUND JUMPER 1
EX21-B07 POWER CORD 1
EX21-B08 SPONGE BLOCK 1
EX21-B09 POLYFOAM 1
EX21-B10 SCREW 1/4-20UNC X1/2 1
EX21-B11 LOCK WASHER 1/4 3
EX21-B12 WASHER 1/4X16X1.8 9
EX21-B13 BLADE TILT WASHER 2
EX21-B14 BLADE TILT DRIVE GEAR 2
EX21-B15 SCREW 1/4-20UNC X 3/4 10
EX21-B16 ANGLE FOLLOWER 2
EX21-B17 SCREW #10-32X5/16 8
EX21-B18 WASHER #10X32X1 8
EX21-B19 NUT 1/4-20UNC 12
EX21-B20 ANGLE INDICATOR 1
EX21-B21 SCREW 1/4-20X1 2
EX21-B22 E-RING ETW-3 1
EX21-B23 TILT DETENT BARREL 1
EX21-B24 SPRING 1
EX21-B25 DETENT PLUNGER 1
EX21-B26 TILT HANDLE 1
EX21-B27 WASHER 1/4X16X3 1
EX21-B28 BLADE TILT LOCKING LEVER 1
EX21-B29 FLAT HEAD SCREW 1/4-20X3/4 4
EX21-B35 LEVELLING FOOT 3/8" X 1-1/4 4
EX21-B36 TILT LOCK DRAW ROD 1
EX21-B37 NUT 3/8" 8

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#EX-21 C

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PARTS LIST - EX-21 (C)

PART N0. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY

EX21-C01 MOTOR 1
EX21-C02 BALANCE BLOCK 1
EX21-C03 SET SCREW M6 X 6 1
EX21-C04 ALLEN SCREW 1/4-20X1/2 3
EX21-C05 LOCK WASHER 1/4 3
EX21-C06 FLAT WASHER 1/4X16X1.8 3
EX21-C07 MOTOR COVER PLATE 1
EX21-C08 SCREW M6X16 4
EX21-C09 BEARING 608ZZ 1
EX21-C10 MOTOR CAM 1
EX21-C11 NUT M8 X P1.25 LH 1
EX21-C12 BEARING 0810 3
EX21-C13 CONNECTING ROD 1
EX21-C14 ROCKER ARM 1
EX21-C15 NUT M5 1
EX21-C16 WASHER M5 2
EX21-C17 BEARING 0609 12
EX21-C18 BEARING INNER SLEEVE (SHORT ) 8
EX21-C19 CAP SCREW M5 X 28 1
EX21-C20 BEARING COVER 2
EX21-C21 BEARING 1412 2
EX21-C22 MAIN ROCKER PIVOT 1
EX21-C23 NUT M4 12
EX21-C24 CAP SCREW M4 X 25 4
EX21-C25 DRIVE LINK 4
EX21-C26 AIR PUMP BELLOWS 1
EX21-C27 FRONT ROCKER 2
EX21-C28 WASHER M8 X 15 X 0.6 4
EX21-C29 BEARING INNER SLEEVE-FRONT ROCKER 2
EX21-C30 BEARING INNER SLEEVE (LONG) 2
EX21-C31 ROCKER MOUNT 2
EX21-C32 CAP SCREW M4 X 40 2
EX21-C33 CAP SCREW M4 X 20 6
EX21-C34 WASHER M4 X 8 X 1 8
EX21-C35 STRUT 2
EX21-C36 BLADE CHUCK 2
EX21-C37 SET SCREW M6 X 8 2
EX21-C38 BLADE CLAMP THUMBSCREW 2
EX21-C39 BLADE 1
EX21-C40 ALLEN KEY 3MM 1

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