Sealey SM1302 Instructions Manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR:

VARIABLE SPEED SCROLL
SAW

MODEL No: SM1302

Thank you for purchasing a Sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard this product will, if used according to these instructions and
properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS,
WARNINGS & CAUTIONS. USE THE PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS
INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.

1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.1. ELECTRICAL SAFETY

 WARNING! It is the responsibility of the owner and the operator to read, understand and comply with the following:
You must check all electrical products, before use, to ensure that they are safe. You must inspect power cables, plugs, sockets and any other
connectors for wear or damage. You must ensure that the risk of electric shock is minimised by the installation of appropriate safety devices. A
Residual Current Circuit Breaker (RCCB) should be incorporated in the main distribution board. We also recommend that a Residual Current
Device (RCD) is used. It is particularly important to use an RCD with portable products that are plugged into a supply which is not protected by
an RCCB. If in any doubt consult a qualified electrician. You may obtain a Residual Current Device by contacting your Sealey dealer.
You must also read and understand the following instructions concerning electrical safety.

1.1.1. The Electricity at Work Act 1989 requires that all portable electrical appliances, if used on business premises, are tested by a
qualified electrician, using a Portable Appliance Tester (PAT), at least once a year.

1.1.2. The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 makes owners of electrical appliances responsible for the safe condition of those appliances
and the safety of the appliance operators. If in any doubt about electrical safety, contact a qualified electrician.

1.1.3. Ensure that the insulation on all cables and on the appliance is safe before connecting it to the power supply. See 1.1.1. and 1.1.2.
and use a Portable Appliance Tester.

1.1.4. Ensure that cables are always protected against short circuit and overload.

1.1.5. Regularly inspect power supply cables and plugs for wear or damage and check all
connections to ensure that none is loose.

1.1.6. Important: Ensure that the voltage marked on the appliance matches the power supply
to be used and that the plug is fitted with the correct fuse - see fuse rating at right.

1.1.7. DO NOT pull or carry the appliance by the power cable.

1.1.8. DO NOT pull the plug from the socket by the cable.

1.1.9. DO NOT use worn or damaged cables, plugs or connectors. Immediately have any faulty
item repaired or replaced by a qualified electrician. When a BS 1363/A UK 3 pin plug is
damaged, cut the cable just above the plug and dispose of the plug safely.
Fit a new plug according to the following instructions (UK only).
a) Connect the GREEN/YELLOW earth wire to the earth terminal ‘E’.

b) Connect the BROWN live wire to the live terminal ‘L’.
c) Connect the BLUE neutral wire to the neutral terminal ‘N’.
d) After wiring, check that there are no bare wires, that all wires have been correctly connected, that the cable outer
insulation extends beyond the cable restraint and that the restraint is tight.
Double insulated products, which are always marked with this symbol , are fitted with live (brown) and neutral (blue) wires only.

To rewire, connect the wires as indicated above - DO NOT connect either wire to the earth terminal.

1.1.10. If an extension reel is used it should be fully unwound before connection. A reel with an RCD fitted is preferred since any appliance
plugged into it will be protected. The cable core section is important and should be at least 1.5mm², but to be absolutely sure that the
capacity of the reel is suitable for this product and for others which may be used in the other output sockets, we recommend the use of

2.5mm² section cable.

Blue
Neutral
Wire

Yellow & Green
Earth Wire

Brown
Live
Wire

Cable
Restraint

FUSE RATING

13 AMP

1.2. GENERAL SAFETY

 WARNING! Ensure that Health & Safety, local authority and general workshop practice regulations are adhered to when using this equipment.
 Familiarise yourself with the application, limitations and hazards of the saw.
 WARNING! Disconnect the saw from the mains power and ensure that the cutting

blade is at a complete standstill before attempting to change blades or perform
any maintenance.

 Maintain the saw in good condition (use an authorised service agent).
 Replace or repair damaged parts. Use genuine parts only. Unauthorised parts may

be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty.

 WARNING! Keep all guards and holding screws in place, tight and in good working

order. Check regularly for damaged parts. A guard or any other part that is damaged
should be repaired or replaced before the machine is used. The safety guard is a
mandatory fitting where the saw is used on premises covered by the Health & Safety
at Work Act.

 Locate saw in a suitable work area and keep area clean and tidy and free from

unrelated materials. Ensure that there is adequate lighting.

 Keep the saw clean and blades sharp for best and safest performance.
 Ensure that there are no flammable or combustible materials in or near the work area.
 WARNING! Always wear approved eye or face protection when operating the saw. Use a face or dust mask if dust is generated.
 Maintain correct balance and footing. Ensure the floor is not slippery and wear non-slip shoes.
 Remove ill fitting clothing. Remove ties, watches, rings and other loose jewellery and contain and/or tie back long hair.

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 Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the work area.
 Check moving parts alignment on a regular basis.
 Remove adjusting keys and wrenches from the machine and its vicinity before turning it on.
 Avoid unintentional starting.
 DO NOT use the saw for any purpose other than that for which it is designed.
 DO NOT operate the saw if any parts are damaged or missing as this may cause failure and/or personal injury.
 WARNING! DO NOT cut any materials containing asbestos.
 DO NOT switch on the saw whilst the blade is in contact with the workpiece.
 DO NOT attempt to cut a workpiece so small that you have to remove the finger guard.
 Always provide additional support, at table height, for large workpieces.
 DO NOT use the saw out of doors.
 DO NOT get the saw wet or use in damp or wet locations or areas where there is condensation.
 DO NOT allow untrained persons to operate the saw.
 DO NOT allow children to operate the saw.
 DO NOT operate the saw when you are tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or intoxicating medication.
 DO NOT leave the saw operating unattended.
 DO NOT pull the cable from the power supply.
 Use a qualified person to lubricate and maintain the saw.
 When not in use, switch off the saw, disconnect from the power supply and store in a childproof area.

2. INTRODUCTION & SPECIFICATION

2.1. Introduction

Fully CE approved scroll saw with quality rounded table. Features parallel arm design and quick blade changing system. Variable
speed operation to cut multiple types of materials. Fitted with adjustable safety guard and flexible dust blower.

2.2. Specification

Throat Depth ..........406mm

Max. Cut ..............50mm

Stroke.................15mm

Table Size .......400 x 253mm

Table Tilt................0-45°

Motor .............120W/230V

Speed..........400 - 1600spm

3. GLOSSARY: WOODWORKING TERMS

Bevel Cut: A cutting operation made with the saw table at any angle other than 90° to the blade.
Compound Mitre Cut: A compound mitre cut is a mitre cut with a bevel.
Crosscut: Cut made across the grain or width of the workpiece.
Freehand (for scroll saw): Performing a cut without the workpiece being guided by a fence or mitre gauge. The workpiece must be supported

by the table.

Gum: A sticky, sap based residue of wood products.
Kerf: The material removed by the blade in a through cut or the slot produced by the blade in a non-through or partial cut.
KickBack: Projection of the workpiece. Sudden recoil of the workpiece usually due to the workpiece not being against the fence, hitting the

blade or being accidentally pushed against the blade instead of a kerf being sawn in the workpiece.

Leading End: The end of the workpiece pushed into the cutting tool first.
Push Stick: A device which is used to feed the workpiece through the saw blade during narrow ripping operations and which helps keep the

operator's hands well away from the blade.

Resaw: A cutting operation to reduce the thickness of the workpiece to make thinner pieces.
Ripping: A cutting operation along the length of the workpiece.
Saw Blade Path: The area directly in line with the blade (over, under, behind, or in front of it). As it applies to the workpiece, the area which

will be, or has been, cut by the blade.
Set: Operation which consists in setting the tip of the saw blade teeth to the right or left to improve clearance and make it easier for the body
of the blade to penetrate the material.

SPM: Strokes per minute. Used in reference to blade movement.
Through cut: Any cutting operation where the blade cuts through the entire thickness of the workpiece.
Workpiece: The item which is being cut. The surfaces of a workpiece are commonly referred to as faces, ends, and edges.
Worktable: The surface on which the workpiece rests during a cutting or sanding operation.

4. CONTENT & ASSEMBLY

 IMPORTANT! DO NOT attempt to lift saw by holding the upper blade arm as this will cause
damage. Lift by the base only.
 WARNING! DO NOT plug saw into mains until assembly is complete and saw has been firmly
mounted to work surface.

4.1. Content

4mm Hex Key Fig. 1.
Saw Blade Fig. 2.
The following tools (not included) are needed for adjustment and alignment:

Fig. 3
A. PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER C. COMBINATION SQUARE
B. SLOTTED SCREWDRIVER

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Fig. 3

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Fig. 2

4.2. MAIN PARTS DESCRIPTION

Before attempting to use your saw, familiarise yourself with all the operating features and safety requirements of your scroll saw. See Figure 4.
Sawdust Blower: Keeps the line of cut on the workpiece clean for more accurate scroll cuts. For best results, always direct the airflow at the
blade and the workpiece.
Saw Table with Throat Plate: Your scroll saw has a saw table with tilt control for maximum accuracy. The red throat plate, inserted in the saw
table, allows for blade clearance.

Switch: Your scroll saw has an easy access power switch. O = OFF I=ON
Table Lock Knob: Allows you to tilt the table and lock it at the desired angle (up to 45°).
Bevel Scale: The bevel scale shows you the degree at which the saw table is tilted.
Drop Foot: This foot should always be lowered until it just rests on top of the workpiece to prevent it from lifting, yet not so much as to make

the workpiece drag.

Blade Clamp Screws: Blade clamp screws are used to tighten and loosen the blade clamps when changing saw blades.
Drop Foot Lock Knob: This knob allows you to raise or to lower the drop foot and lock it in the required position.
Blade Tension Knob: To loosen or tighten blade tension, turn the blade tension knob.
Speed Selector: Turn the knob to adjust the speed from 400 to 1,600 strokes per minute.
Sawdust Outlet: This feature will allow you to attach any 1¼ in. (32 mm) vacuum hose for easy sawdust collection.

Fig. 4

A. SAWDUST BLOWER H. BLADE CLAMP SCREWS
B. SAW BLADE I. DROP FOOT LOCK KNOB
C. THROAT PLATE J. BLADE TENSION KNOB
D. SWITCH K. MOTOR
E. TABLE LOCK KNOB L. SPEED SELECTOR
F. BEVEL SCALE M. SAWDUST OUTLET
G. DROP FOOT N. SAW TABLE

Fig. 4

4.3 BOLTING THE SCROLL SAW ONTO A WORKBENCH. See Figure 5.

 WARNING! To avoid serious personal injury from unexpected tool movement, securely
mount the scroll saw onto a workbench. If the scroll saw is to be used in a specific location,
we recommend that you secure it to a workbench in a permanent way. For this purpose,
holes should be drilled through the supporting surface of the workbench.

4.3.1 Each hole in the base of the saw should be bolted securely using machine bolts, washers,
and nuts (not included).

4.3.2 Bolts should be long enough to accommodate the saw base, washers, nuts, and the
thickness of the workbench.

4.3.3 Place the scroll saw on the workbench. Using the saw base as a pattern, locate and mark
the holes where the scroll saw is to be mounted.

4.3.4 Drill four holes through the workbench.

4.3.5 Place the scroll saw on the workbench aligning the holes in the saw base with the holes
drilled in the workbench.

4.3.6 Insert all four bolts (not included) and tighten securely with washers and nuts (not included).

Note: All bolts should be inserted from the top. Fit the washers and nuts from the underside of the
bench.
The supporting surface where the scroll saw is mounted should be examined carefully after
mounting to insure that no movement will occur while cutting.

Fig. 5
A. C-CLAMP D. WORKBENCH
B. SAW BASE E. MOUNTING BOARD
C. C-CLAMP

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