Skil 3335-01 User Manual

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General Safety Rules

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow the safety rules listed below and other basic ! WARNING safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.

Work Area

KEEP CHILDREN AWAY

Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord. All visitors should be kept safe distance from work area.

KEEP WORK AREAS CLEAN

Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

DISCONNECT TOOLS FROM POWER SOURCE

When not in use, before servicing, when changing blades, bits, cutters, etc.

KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE

In working order, and in proper adjustment and alignment.

REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES

MAKE WORKSHOP KID-PROOF

With padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.

AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS

Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area well lit. Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not use the tool in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.

Personal Safety

KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL

Read and understand the owner’s manual and labels affixed to the tool. Learn its application and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to this tool.

DON’T OVERREACH

Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

STAY ALERT

Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired. Do not operate while under medication or while using alcohol or other drugs.

WEAR PROPER APPAREL

Do not wear lose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES

Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty, and ear plugs during extended periods of operation. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK

Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces. For example: pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.

When not in use, before servicing, when changing blades, bits, cutters, etc.

REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING

Make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position before plugging in tool.

GROUND ALL TOOLS

This tool is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord and a 3 prong grounding type plug to fit the proper grounding type receptacle. The green conductor in the cord is the grounding wire. Never connect the green wire to a live terminal.

NEVER STAND ON TOOL OR ITS STAND

Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted. Do not store materials on or near the tool such that it is necessary to stand on the tool or its stand to reach them.

CHECK DAMAGED PARTS

Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly replaced.

All repairs, electrical or mechanical, ! WARNING should be attempted only by trained

repairmen. Contact the nearest Skil Factory Service Center, Authorized Service Station or other competent repair service.

!Use only Skil replacement parts; any WARNING others may create a hazard.

!WARNING The use of any other accessories not specified in the current Skil catalog,

may create a hazard.

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General Safety Rules

Tool Use

DON’T FORCE TOOL

It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

USE THE RIGHT TOOL

Don’t force a small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy duty tool. Don’t used tool for purpose not intended—for example, don’t use a circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.

SECURE WORK

Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It’s safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate the tool.

NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED

Turn power off. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

Tool Care

DO NOT ALTER OR MISUSE TOOL

These tools are precision built. Any alteration or modification not specified is misuse and may result in dangerous conditions.

AVOID GASEOUS AREAS

Do not operate electric tools in a gaseous or explosive atmosphere. Motors in these tools normally spark, and may result in a dangerous condition.

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE

Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

Before connecting the tool to a power ! WARNING source (receptacle, outlet, etc.), be

sure voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the nameplate of the tool. A power source with a voltage greater than that specified for the tool can result in serious injury to the user, as well as damage to the tool. If in doubt, DO NOT PLUG IN THE TOOL. Using a power source with a voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor.

Additional Safety Rules for Scroll Saws

For your own safety, do not operate your scroll saw until it is completely assembled and installed according to the instructions...and until you have read and understood the following:

1.	General Safety Rules ....................................	2-4
2.	Motor Specifications and Electrical
Requirements ........................................................		6
3.	Getting to Know Your Scroll Saw....................	9
4.	Operating Adjustments ............................	10-13
5.	Basic Scroll Saw Operations ....................	14-16
6.	Maintaining Your Scroll Saw..........................	17
7.	Troubleshooting ..............................................	17

8. STABILITY OF SAW

Your Scroll Saw must be bolted securely to a stand or workbench. In addition, if there is any tendency for the Scroll Saw to tip over or move during certain operations, such as cutting long, heavy boards, bolt your Scroll Saw stand or workbench to the floor.

9. LOCATION

This Scroll Saw is intended for indoor use only.

10. PROTECTION: Eyes, hands, face, ears and body.

TO AVOID BEING PULLED INTO THE BLADE—

DO NOT WEAR: Loose Fitting Gloves

Necktie

Loose Clothing

Jewelry

DO: TIE BACK LONG HAIR

ROLL LONG SLEEVES ABOVE ELBOWS

a.If any part of your saw is missing, malfunctioning, has been damaged or broken . . . such as the motor switch, or other operating control, a safety device or the power cord...cease operating immediately until the particular part is properly repaired or replaced.

b.Do not cut piece too small to hold by hand.

HINT: When making a very small cut out, always secure the workpiece to a scrap piece of plywood with double-faced tape. This way, the work is supported and your fingers are away from the blade.

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Additional Safety Rules

c.Never turn your Scroll Saw on before clearing the table of all objects (tools, scraps of wood, etc.) except for the workpiece and related feed or support devices for the operation planned.

d.Avoid awkward hand positions where a sudden slip could cause a hand to move into the blade.

•ALWAYS adjust the drop foot to just clear the workpiece to protect the operator, keep blade breakage to a minimum and provide maximum support for blade.

•Always adjust blade tension correctly.

•The Scroll Saw should cut on the down stroke. Always make sure blade teeth are oriented downward toward table.

•When cutting a large piece of material, make sure it is supported at table height.

•Hold the work firmly against the table.

•Do not feed the material too fast while cutting. Only feed the material fast enough so that the blade will cut. Keep fingers away from the blade.

•Use caution when cutting off material which is irregular in cross section‚ it could pinch the blade before the cut is completed. A piece of molding, for example, must lay flat on the table and not be permitted to rock while being cut.

•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”.

e.Never leave the Scroll Saw running unattended. Turn the saw OFF, make sure the saw has come to a complete stop, and then remove plug from power supply before leaving the work area.

f.Do not perform layout, assembly or setup work on the table while the cutting tool is operating.

g.Turn saw OFF and remove plug from power supply outlet before installing or removing an accessory or attachment.

h. Access Door must be closed before operation.

i. Quick Release Tension Lever should be in down position before operating.

! 11. THINK SAFETY

WARNING SAFETY IS A COMBINATION OF OPERATOR COMMON SENSE AND ALERTNESS AT ALL TIMES WHEN THE SCROLL SAW IS BEING USED.

Do not allow familiarity (gained from frequent use of your Scroll Saw) to become commonplace. Always remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.

The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.

Always wear safety goggles that comply with ANSI Z87.1 before

commencing power tool operation.

! Some dust created by power sanding, WARNING sawing, grinding, drilling, and other

construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

•Lead from lead-based paints,

•Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

•Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

NOTE AND FOLLOW THE SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS THAT APPEAR

ON OF THE SCROLL SAW HOUSING:

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Specific Safety Rules for Scroll Saws

Always disconnect the power cord from the power source before making any adjustments or attaching any accessories. Always turn off saw before disconnecting it to avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to a power source. You may unexpectedly cause the tool to start leading to serious personal injury.

Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power off. Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

Never leave the switches in "ON" position. Before plugging the tool in, check that the switches are "OFF". Accidental start-ups could cause injury.

Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off. Have broken switches replaced by an authorized service center.

Use only Skil scroll saw blades. Use the right blade size, style and cutting speed for the material and the type of cut. Sharp blades minimize stalling and kickbacks. Blade teeth should point down toward the table.

Avoid awkward operations and hand positions and always make sure you have good balance. A sudden slip could cause your hand to move into the blade.

Firmly clamp or bolt your scroll saw station to a stable, level workbench or table. The most comfortable table height is approximately waist height.

Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the blade is unintentionally contacted.

Before making a cut, be sure all adjustments are secure. Loose table or guards could shift in use and cause you to loose control of the workpiece.

Always adjust drop foot to just clear the workpiece. Proper adjustment of the drop foot will help protect your fingers and keep blade breakage to a minimum.

Always support large workpieces while cutting to minimize risk of blade pinching and kickback.

Heavy workpiece may cause the table to slip, walk or slide while cutting.

Be sure the blade path is free of nails. Inspect for and remove nails from lumber or workpiece before cutting or sanding.

Keep hands away from cutting area. Do not hand hold pieces so small that your fingers go under the blade guard. Do not reach underneath work or in blade cutting path with your hands and fingers for any reason.

Never start the tool when the blade is in contact with the workpiece. Allow the motor to come up to full speed before starting a cut. Blade in contact with the workpiece on start up will cause it to jump.

Observe and follow correct direction of feed and do not feed the material too quickly. Hold the work firmly against the table. Feed work into a blade against the teeth of the blade. Feeding material too forcefully may cause blade to snap.

Use caution when cutting materials with an irregular cross-section or rounds like dowel rods. If possible lay the material on its "flat" side when cutting. For round stock use a "Vee" block to support the material. Wavy material like molding will tend to rock and may bind while cutting. Rounds will tend to roll while being cut and the blade may "bite" and grab it from your control.

Do not remove jammed cutoff pieces until blade has stopped. Never touch blade or other moving parts during use. Contacting the blade or other moving mechanism may cause injury.

Wear eye protection and respiratory protection. Know how to shut off tool in an emergency. Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations. Grounding required.

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Motor Specifications and Electrical Requirements

General Specifications

Voltage Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 V, 60 Hz

Amperage Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.2 A

No Load Speed . . . . . . . . .No 500-1,700/min (SPM)

Throat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16"

Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5” pin-end

Blade Stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7/8"

Cutting Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2" at 90°

Table Tilt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0° to 45° Left

Motor Specifications

In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

This Scroll Saw is designed to use a 1700 RPM motor. It is wired for operation on 110-120 volts, 60 Hz. alternating current. Before connecting the motor cord to power source, make certain the switch is in the “OFF” position and be sure the electric current is of the same characteristics as stamped on the scroll saw nameplate.

Connection To A Power Source

This machine must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock.

Plug power cord into a 110-120V properly grounded type outlet protected by a 15-amp dual element time delay fuse or circuit breaker.

Not all outlets are properly grounded. If you are not sure that your outlet, as pictured in Fig. 1, is properly grounded; have it checked by a qualified electrician.

!	DANGER	To avoid electric shock, do not touch
		the metal prongs on the plug when

installing or removing the plug to or from the outlet.

! DANGER	Failure to properly ground this power
	tool can cause electrocution or seri-

ous shock, particularly when used near metal plumbing or other metal objects. If shocked, your reaction could cause your hands to hit the tool.

! WARNING If power cord is worn, cut or damaged in any way, have it replaced immedi-

ately to avoid shock or fire hazard.

Your unit is for use on 120 volts; it has a plug that looks like the one in Figure 1.

FIG. 1

This power tool is equipped with a 3-conductor cord and grounding type plug, approved by Underwriters Laboratories and the Canadian Standards Association. The ground conductor has a green jacket and is attached to the tool housing at one end and to the ground prong in the attachment plug at the other end.

If the outlet you are planning to use for this power tool is of the two-prong type, DO NOT REMOVE OR ALTER THE GROUNDING PRONG IN ANY MANNER.. Have a qualified electrician replace the TWO-prong outlet with a properly grounded THREE-prong outlet.

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipmentconductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipmentgrounding conductor to a live terminal.

Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.

Always use proper extension cord. The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power. To keep this to a minimum and to prevent overheating and motor burnout, use the table below to determine the minimum wire size (A.W.G.) extension cord. Use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3-prong grounding type plugs and 3- pole receptacles which accept the tool’s plug. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.

Extension Cord Length

Wire Size A.W.G.

0-25 feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

26-50 feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

51-100 feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

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Table of Contents

General Safety Rules ............................................	2-4
Specific Safety Rules for Scroll Saws ......................	5
Motor Specifications and Electrical Requirements	..6
Table of Contents ....................................................	7
Unpacking and Checking Contents ..........................	8

Getting to Know Your Scroll Saw	............................9
Assembly and Adjustments ..............................	10 -13
Basic Scroll Saw Operation ..............................	14 -16
Maintaining Your Scroll Saw ..................................	17
Troubleshooting ......................................................	17

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Unpacking and Checking Contents

!	WARNING	To avoid injury from unexpected start-
		ing or electrical shock, always remove

plug from power source when tool is not in use.

Model 3335-01 Motorized Scroll Saw is shipped complete in one carton.

1.Unpacking and Checking Contents. Separate all “loose parts” from packing materials and check each item with the “Table of Loose Parts” to make sure all items are accounted for before discarding any packing material.

!WARNING If any parts are missing, do not attempt to operate Scroll Saw, plug in

the power cord or turn the switch on until the missing parts are obtained and are installed correctly.

	Table of Loose Parts
Item Description		Qty.
A Scroll saw with light attached ..........................		1
B	Extra pin blade..................................................	1
C Allen Wrench (4 mm)........................................		1
D	Operating Guide ..............................................	1

NOTE: Hardware to mount this Scroll Saw to a bench or leg set is NOT supplied.

2.If you wish, you may apply a coat of paste wax to the table to allow the workpiece to slide easily across the table surface. Wipe the table thoroughly with a clean dry cloth.

FIG. 1

A

B

C

D

FIG. 2

Tools Needed

	COMBINATION SQUARE MUST BE TRUE
	Check its accuracy as illustrated below.
		STRAIGHT EDGE OF
		BOARD 3/4"(19mm) THICK-
	DRAW LIGHT LINE	THIS EDGE MUST BE
PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER	ON BOARD ALONG	PERFECTLY STRAIGHT

THIS EDGE

COMBINATION SQUARE	SHOULD BE NO GAP OR OVERLAP WHEN
	SQUARE IS FLIPPED OVER IN DOTTED POSITION

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		Getting to Know Your Scroll Saw
		2	3
			4
						5
						6
1
						7
			12			8
						9
			11	10
13						1 Rubber bearing covers
						2 Blade tension lever
						3 Light
						4 Blade guard foot lock knob
						5 Sawdust blower
						6 Blade guard foot
						7 Table
						8 Lower blade holder and screw
						9 Table/bevel lock knob
14					1	10 Angle/bevel scale and pointer
						11 Base
						12 Storage area
						13 Upper blade holder and screw
						14 Table insert
						15 Sawdust collection port
			18			16 On/off switch
						17 Speed control Dial
						18 Table adjusting screw
15
	16	17
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Assembly and adjustments

! WARNING Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any assembly,

adjustments or changing accessories. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

Assembly instructions

No assembly required. Prior to making adjustments you may want to mount the scroll saw on a stable surface. See Bench mounting the saw.

Align the bevel indicator (Fig. 3–6)

The bevel indicator has been factory adjusted. It should be rechecked prior to use for best operation.

1.Remove the blade guard foot (1) using the hex key (2) to loosen the screw.

2.Loosen the table bevel lock knob (3) and move the table until it is approximately at a right angle to the blade.

3.Loosen the locking nut (5) on the table adjusting screw

(6)under the table by turning it counterclockwise. Lower the table adjusting screw by turning it clockwise.

4.Use a combination square (7) to set the table exactly 90° to the blade (8). If there is space between the square and blade, adjust the table angle until the space is closed.

5.Lock the table bevel lock knob under the table (3) to prevent movement.

6.Tighten the adjusting screw under the table until the tip of the screw touches the table. Tighten the lock nut.

7.Loosen the screw (4) holding the bevel scale pointer and position pointer to 0°. Tighten the screw.

8.Attach the blade guard foot (1) using the hex key (2), so that the foot rests flat against the table. Tighten the screw.

Note: Avoid setting the edge of the table against the top of the motor, which could cause noise when the saw is running.

FIG. 3

1

2

FIG. 4

4

3

FIG. 5

6

2

5 1

FIG. 6

7

8

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Assembly and adjustments

Bench mounting the saw

Before operating the saw, it must be firmly mounted to a workbench or another rigid frame.

Use the base of the saw to mark and pre-drill the mounting holes If the saw is to be used in one location, permanently secure it to the work surface using wood screws if mounting to wood. Use bolts, washers, and nuts if mounting into metal.

To reduce noise and vibration, install a soft foam pad (not supplied) between the scroll saw and the workbench.

! WARNING To reduce the risk of injury:

•When carrying the saw, hold it close to your body to avoid injury to your back. Bend your knees when lifting the saw.

•Carry the saw by the base. Do not carry the saw by the power cord.

•Secure the saw in a position where people cannot stand, sit, or walk behind it. Debris thrown from the saw could injure people standing, sitting, or walking behind it.

•Secure the saw on a firm, level surface where the saw cannot rock and there is adequate room for handling and properly supporting the workpiece.

Blade guard foot adjustment (Fig. 7 and 8)

When cutting at angles, the blade guard foot should be adjusted so it is parallel to the table and rests flat abovethe workpiece.

1.To adjust, loosen the screw (2), tilt the foot (1) so it is parallel to the table, and tighten the screw.

2.Loosen the height adjustment knob (3) to raise or lower the foot until it just rests on top of the workpiece. Tighten the knob.

No assembly required. Prior to making adjustments you may want to mount the scroll saw on a stable surface. See Bench mounting the saw.

Adjusting the dust blower (Fig. 9)

For best results, the dust blower tube (4) should be adjusted to direct air at both the blade and the workpiece.

FIG. 7

1

2

FIG. 8

3 1

FIG. 9

4

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Assembly and adjustments

Sawdust collection port (Fig. 10 and 11)

This scroll saw allows a hose or vacuum accessory (not provided) to be connected to the dust chute (1).

If excessive sawdust buildup occurs inside the base, use a wet/dry vacuum cleaner or manually remove sawdust by removing the screws (2) and metal plate on the left side of the saw. Reattach the metal plate and screws before starting the saw. This will keep your saw cutting efficiently.

Blade selection (Fig. 12)

This scroll saw accepts both both pin-end and plain-end 5" length blades, with a wide variety of blade thicknesses and widths. The type of material and intricacies of cutting operations will determine the number of teeth per inch. Always select the narrowest blades for intricate (tight radius and curves) curve cutting and the widest blades for straight and large curve cutting operations. The following table represents suggestions for various materials. When purchasing blades, refer to the back of the package for best use of blades on various materials. Use this table as an example, but practice and your own personal preference will be the best selection method.

When choosing a blade, use very fine, narrow blades to scroll cut in thin wood 1/4" thick or less.

Use wider blades for thicker materials but this will reduce the ability to cut tight curves.

Note: Thinner blades will have more possibilities for blade deflection when cutting angles are not perpendicular to the table.

FIG. 10

1

FIG. 11

2

Teeth/	Blade	Blade	Blade/			FIG. 12
Inch	Width	Thickness	SPM	Material Cut
TPI	inch	inch
				Medium turns on
10-15	0.110	0.018	500-1200 1/4" to 1-3/4" wood,
				soft metal, hardwood
				Small turns on 1/8"
15-28	0.055-0.110	0.010-0.018	800-1700 to 1-1/2" wood, soft
				metal, hardwood
				Non-ferrous
30-48	0.024-0.041	0.012-0.019	Varies	metals/hardwoods
				using very slow speeds	15 - 28	30 - 48
				10 - 15

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Assembly and adjustments

Blade removal and installation

		(Fig. 13–15)
!	WARNING	To reduce the risk of injury always
		turn saw OFF and disconnect the plug

from the outlet before removing or replacing the blade.

This saw uses both pin-end and plain-end blades. Pinend blades are thicker for stability and for faster assembly. They provide faster cutting on a variety of materials.

Note: When installing pin-end blades, the slot on the blade holder must be slightly wider than the thickness of the blade. After the blade is installed, the blade tension mechanism will keep it in place.

1.Release blade tension by lifting up the Quick Release Tension Lever (1) (Fig. 13).

2.Remove the table insert. Carefully pry up on the table insert and remove.

3.Loosen the upper blade holder screw (2) and lower blade holder screw (3). Push down on the upper blade holder to remove the blade from the holder. Remove the blade from the lower blade holder.

Install the blade with the teeth pointing

! CAUTION downward. If the blade is installed with the teeth pointing upward, the workpiece will tend to pull up from the table and will lead to vibration or possible loss of control of the workpiece.

4.To install the blade, hook the blade in the recess of the lower blade holder.

5.While pushing down on the upper blade holder, insertthe blade into the slot of the holder.

6.Tighten the upper and lower blade holder screws.

7.To tension blade, move Quick Release Tension Lever

(1)to “down” position. As the lever is lowered, tension will be applied to the blade. Make sure the blade is properly located in the blade holders. Turn the blade tension knob an additional one full turn clockwise. This amount of blade pressure should do well for most cutting operations.

ATTENTION: Moving the lever downward should require moderate, steady pressure only. If heavy pressure is needed, the blade is too tight. Loosen tension by rotating the Quick Release Tension Lever counterclockwise 1-2 turns, then reset the tension lever to the “down” position. If the tension lever is in the “down” position and the blade is too loose, you can increase tension by leaving the tension lever “down” and rotating it clockwise just until you feel the slack in the blade removed. Then turn the tension lever ONE full turn clockwise. This amount of blade pressure should do well for most cutting operations and blades.

When the blade tension has been properly adjusted, you should be able to lift up the Quick Release Tension Lever,

FIG. 13

1

FIG. 14

2

FIG. 15

3

remove and install the blade, lower the lever and return the original blade tension.

8. Snap the table insert back into place.

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Basic Scroll Saw Operations

Recommendations for cutting

A scroll saw is basically a curve-cutting machine. It can also be used for straight cutting and beveling or angle cutting operations. Please read and understand the following items before attempting to use the saw.

1.When feeding the workpiece into the blade do not force it against the blade. This could cause blade deflection. Allow the saw to cut the material by guiding the workpiece into the blade as it cuts.

2.The blade teeth cut material ONLY on the down stroke.

3.Guide the wood into the blade slowly because the teeth of the blade are very small and remove wood only on the down stroke.

4.There is a learning curve for each person using this saw. During that period of time it is expected that some blades will break until you learn how to use the saw.

5.Best results are achieved when cutting wood one inch thick or less.

6.When cutting wood thicker than one inch, guide the wood very, very slowly into the blade and take extra care not to bend or twist the blade while cutting in order to maximize blade life.

7.Teeth on scroll saw blades wear out and the blades must be replaced frequently for best cutting results. Scroll saw blades generally stay sharp for 1/2 hour to 2 hours of cutting.

8.To get accurate cuts, be prepared to compensate for the blade's tendency to follow the wood grain as you are cutting.

9.This scroll saw is primarily designed to cut wood or wood products. For cutting precious and non-ferrous metals, the variable control switch must be set at very slow speeds.

10.When choosing a blade, use very fine, narrow blades to scroll cut in thin wood 1/4" thick or less. Use wider blades for thicker materials but this will reduce the ability to cut tight curves.

11.Blades wear faster when cutting plywood or very abrasive particle board. Angle cutting in hardwoods wears blades down faster.

12.Always use the foot to keep workpiece against table. It must be set just above the workpiece for free scrolling allowance, leaving no more than a gap of 1/16 inch between the foot and workpiece.

	ON/OFF switch (Fig. 16)	FIG. 16
	1. To turn the saw ON, move the switch (1) to the (ON)
		1
	position.
	2. To turn the saw OFF, move the switch to the (OFF)
	position.
	3. To lock the switch in the OFF position: a. Wait until the
	saw has come to a complete stop.
	b. Remove the safety key (2) from the switch housing.	2
	Store the safety key in a safe place.
	4. To unlock the switch and turn the saw ON, insert the
	safety key into the switch, and move the switch to the	3
	ON position.

Variable Speed Dial (Fig. 16)

1. Your saw is equipped with a variable speed dial (3).

The blade stroke rate may be adjusted by simply rotating the dial.

To increase speed, rotate dial (3) clockwise.

To reduce speed, rotate dial (3) counterclockwise.

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To avoid injury from accidental start- ! WARNING ups, always turn the switch OFF and

unplug the scroll saw before moving the tool, replacing the blade, or making adjustments.

Interior cutting (Fig. 17)

1.Lay out the design on the workpiece. Drill a 1/4" hole in the workpiece.

2.Remove the blade. See Blade removal and installation.

3.Place the workpiece on the saw table with the hole in the workpiece over the access hole in the table.

4.Install a blade through the hole in the workpiece.

5.Follow steps 3-7, under Freehand cutting.

6.When finished making the interior scroll cuts simply turn the scroll saw OFF. Unplug the saw before removing the blade from the blade holder. Remove the workpiece from the table.

Freehand cutting (Fig. 18)

1.Lay out desired design, or secure design to the workpiece.

2.Raise the blade guard foot (1) by loosening the height adjustment knob (2).

4.Tighten the table bevel lock handle (4).

5.Loosen the blade guard screw, and tilt the blade guard to the same angle as the table. Retighten the blade guard screw. See Hold down clamp adjustment'.

6.Position the workpiece on the right side of the blade. Lower the blade guard foot against the surface by loosening the height adjustment knob. Retighten.

7.Follow steps 5–7 under Freehand cutting.

FIG. 17

3.Position the workpiece against the blade and place the blade guard foot against the top surface of the workpiece.

4.Secure the blade guard foot (1) by tightening the height adjustment knob (2).

5.Remove the workpiece from the blade prior to turning the scroll saw ON.

In order to avoid uncontrollable lifting of ! CAUTION the workpiece and to reduce blade break-

age, do not turn the switch on while the workpiece is against the blade.

6.Slowly feed the workpiece into the blade by guiding and pressing the workpiece down against the table.

FIG. 18

1

2

!	CAUTION	Do not force the leading edge of the
		workpiece into the blade. The blade will

deflect, reducing accuracy of cut, and may break.

7.When the cut is complete, move the trailing edge of the workpiece beyond the blade guard foot. Turn the switch OFF.

Angle cutting (bevel cutting) (Fig. 19)

1.Layout or secure design to workpiece.

2.Move the blade guard foot to the highest position by loosening the height adjustment knob (3). Retighten.

3.Tilt the table to the desired angle by loosening the table bevel lock handle (4) and moving the table to the proper angle using the degree scale and the

pointer (5).	15.

3

	4
	5
5	30

15

FIG. 19

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Rip or straight line cutting (Fig. 20)

1 Raise the blade guard foot (1) by loosening the height adjustment knob (2).

2.Measure from the tip of the blade to the desired distance. Position the straight edge parallel to the blade at that distance.

3.Clamp the straight edge to the table.

4.Recheck your measurements using the workpiece to be cut and make sure the straight edge is secure.

5.Position the workpiece against the blade and place the blade guard foot against the top surface of the workpiece.

6.Secure the blade guard foot in place by tightening theheight adjustment knob.

7.Remove the workpiece from the blade prior to turning the scroll saw ON.

! CAUTION	In order to avoid uncontrollable lifting
	of the workpiece and reduce blade

breakage, do not turn the switch on while the workpiece is against the blade.

8.Position the workpiece against the straight edge prior to touching the leading edge of the workpiece against the blade.

9.Slowly feed the workpiece into the blade, guiding the workpiece against the straight edge and pressing the workpiece down against the table.

Do not force the leading edge of the ! CAUTION workpiece into the blade. The blade

will deflect, reducing accuracy of cut, and may break.

2	FIG. 20
1

	Tools needed
Quantity	Description
2	Small C-clamps
1	Ruler or measuring tape

112" straight scrap of wood (thickness to match workpiece)

10.When the cut is complete, move the trailing edge of the workpiece beyond the blade guard foot. Turn the switch OFF.

11.Maximum rip cut that can be performed on this saw is 16 inch.

16.