Harbor Freight Tools 93012 User Manual

16 INCH VARIABLE SPEED

SCROLL SAW

93012

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3491 MISSION OAKS BLVD., CAMARILLO, CA 93011

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You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly instructions,
operating and maintenance procedures, parts list and diagram. Keep your invoice with this
manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Keep the manual and
invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING!

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Work Area

1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite
accidents.

2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.

3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.

Distractions can cause you to lose control. Protect others in the work area from debris
such as chips and sparks. Provide barriers or shields as needed.

REV 05/05;09/05

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Electrical Safety

4. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges,
and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is

grounded.

5. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool
will increase the risk of electric shock.

6. Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded

in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the grounding
prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs. Check with
a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly
grounded. If the tools should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding

provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user.

7. Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider

than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any
way. Double insulation

cord and grounded power supply system.

eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power

8. Do not abuse the Power Cord. Never use the Power Cord to carry the tools or

pull the Plug from an outlet. Keep the Power Cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged Power Cords immediately. Damaged

Power Cords increase the risk of electric shock.

9. When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked
“W-A” or “W”. These extension cords are rated for outdoor use, and reduce the risk of
electric shock.

Personal Safety

10. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use a power tool while tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may

result in serious personal injury.

11. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep
your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.

12. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the Power Switch is off before plugging in.
Plugging in power tools with the Power Switch on, invites accidents.

13. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the power tool on. A wrench
or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.

14. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing
and balance enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

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Tool Use and Care

16. Use clamps (not included) or other practical ways to secure and support the
workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is

unstable and may lead to loss of control.

17. Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool
will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.

18. Do not use the power tool if the Power Switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool
that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must be replaced.

19. Disconnect the Power Cord Plug from the power source before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

20. Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

21. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
tools with a sharp cutting edge are less likely to bind and are easier to control. Do not
use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “Do not use” until repaired.

22. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any

other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.

23. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your
model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when

used on another tool.

Service

24. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or
maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.

25. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions

in the

unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of
electric shock or injury.

“Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning”

section of this manual. Use of

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR THIS PRODUCT

1. Maintain labels and nameplates on the Scroll Saw. These carry important
information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.

2. Always wear ANSI approved safety impact eye goggles, dust mask and heavy
work gloves when using the Scroll Saw. Using personal safety devices reduce the
risk for injury. Safety impact eye goggles and heavy work gloves are available from
Harbor Freight Tools.

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3. Maintain a safe working environment. Keep the work area well lit. Make sure there
is adequate surrounding workspace. Always keep the work area free of obstructions,
grease, oil, trash, and other debris. Do not use a power tool in areas near flammable
chemicals, dusts, and vapors. Do not use this product in a damp or wet location.

4. Avoid unintentional starting. Make sure you are prepared to begin work before
turning on the Scroll Saw.

5. Do not force the Scroll Saw. This tool will do the work better and safer at the speed
and capacity for which it was designed.

6. Always unplug the Scroll Saw from its electrical outlet before performing any

inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.

7. Never leave the Scroll Saw unattended while running. Turn power off if you have to
leave the Scroll Saw.

8. Before each use, check all nuts, bolts, and screws for tightness. Vibration during
use may cause these to loosen.

9. Keep extension cord off the ground and away from water.

10. Always connect the Line Cord to a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
protected electrical outlet.

11. Install this product on a proper surface. Locate on a flat, level, and solid surface
that is capable of supporting the weight of the Scroll Saw.

12. Do not try to cut material too small to be securely held by hand. Cuts to hands can
occur.

13. Avoid awkward hand positions where a sudden slip could cause hand contact
with the blade.

14. When cutting a long piece of material, make sure it is supported off the table at
the same table height.

15. Hold the workpiece firmly against the table.

16. Do not feed material too fast while cutting.

17. Use caution when cutting off round material such as dowel rods or tubing. They
have a tendency to roll while being cut causing the Blade to “bite.”

18. If the blade binds in the workpiece when backing out of the cut, immediately turn
the saw power Off and carefully back material off Blade.

WARNING! People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before using

this product. Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker
could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker.

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