16 IN. (406 MM) VARIABLE SPEED SCROLL SAW 406 MM (16

SCROLL SAW SAFETY12. TO PREVENT INJURIES, avoid awkwardhand or finger positions, where a suddenslip could cause a hand to move into theblade when operating the saw.SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FORTHIS SCROLL SAW1. READ AND UNDERSTAND all safetyinstructions and operating proceduresthroughout the manual. Retain thismanual as it contains importantinformation regarding safe operation ofthis tool.13. HOLD WORKPIECE FIRMLY against thetable top.14. NEVER CUT MATERIAL that is too smallto be held safely.15. DO NOT USE dull or bent blades.2. DO NOT OPERATE the Scroll Saw untilit is completely assembled and installedaccording to the instructions.16. TURN THE SAW OFF AND UNPLUGTHE CORD if the blade binds in thesaw kerf while being backed out of theworkpiece, usually caused by sawdustclogging the kerf. If this happens, turn offthe scroll saw and unplug the power cord.Wedge open the kerf and back the bladeout of the workpiece.3. SHOULD any part of Scroll Saw bemissing, damaged, or fail in any way, orany electrical component fail to performproperly, shut off the switch and removethe plug from the power supply outlet.Replace missing, damaged, or failedparts before resuming operation.17. DO NOT feed the material too fast whilecutting. Only feed the workpiece at therate the saw will cut.4. IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiarwith the operation of a Scroll Saw, obtainadvice from your supervisor, instructor orother qualified person.18. TURN THE POWER OFF, make surethe scroll saw comes to a completestop before installing or removing anaccessory, and before leaving the workarea.5. SERIOUS INJURY could occur if the tooltips over or you accidentally hit the cuttingtool. Do not store anything above or nearthe tool.19. DO NOT START the saw with workpiecepressing against the blade. Slowly feedthe workpiece into the moving blade.6. AVOID INJURY from unexpected sawmovement. Place the saw on a firm levelsurface where the saw does not rock andbolt or clamp the saw to its support.20. WHEN CUTTING a large workpiece,MAKE SURE the material is supported attable height.7. YOUR SCROLL SAW MUST BESECURELY FASTENED to a stand orworkbench. If there is any tendency forthe stand or workbench to move duringoperation, the stand or workbench MUSTbe fastened to the floor.21. EXERCISE CAUTION when cuttingworkpieces that are round or irregularlyshaped, workpieces can pinch the blade.22. ALWAYS release blade tension beforeloosening the blade holder screw.8. THIS SCROLL SAW is intended forindoor use only.23. MAKE CERTAIN table tilting lock istightened before starting the machine.9. TENSION BLADE PROPERLY beforestarting the saw. Recheck and adjusttension as needed.24. NEVER REACH under the scroll sawtable when motor is running.25. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS beforeeach use. Check for alignment of movingparts, binding of moving parts, breakageof parts, mounting or any other conditionsthat may affect operation. Parts that aredamaged should be properly repaired orreplaced before using the tool.10. BLADE TEETH MUST POINT downwardtoward the table.11. TABLE MUST BE CLEARED of all debrisbefore operating saw. Do not perform layout, set up or assemble work on the tablewhen the saw is in operation.26. THINK SAFETY.6

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND SAFETYPOWER SUPPLY AND MOTORSPECIFICATIONS! WARNINGTo avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards,or damage to the tool, use proper circuitprotection. Use a separate electricalcircuit for your tool. Your tool is wired atthe factory for 120 V operation. Connect toa 120 V, 1.2 Amp circuit and use a 1.2 Amptime delay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoidshock or fire, if power cord is worn, cut,or damaged in any way, have it replacedimmediately.Use a separate electrical circuit for your tool.This circuit must not be less than #18 wireand should be protected with a 1.2 Amp timelag fuse. Before connecting the motor to thepower line, make sure the switch is in the offposition and the electric current is rated thesame as the current stamped on the motornameplate. Running at a lower voltage willdamage the motor.GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDSUSE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD.Make sure your extension cord is in goodcondition. Use an extension cord heavyenough to carry the current your productwill draw. An undersized cord will causea drop in line voltage resulting in loss ofpower, overheating and burning out of themotor. The table below shows the correctsize to use depending on cord length andnameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use thenext heavier gauge. The smaller the gaugenumber, the heavier the cord.GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS! WARNINGThis tool must be grounded while in use toprotect the operator from electrical shock.IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION ORBREAKDOWN, grounding provides a pathof least resistance for electric currents andreduces the risk of electric shock. This toolis equipped with an electrical cord that hasan equipment-grounding conductor and agrounding plug. The plug must be pluggedinto a matching receptacle that is properlyinstalled and grounded in accordance with alllocal codes and ordinances.Make sure your extension cord is properlywired and in good condition. Always replacea damaged extension cord or have it repairedby a qualified technician before using it.Protect your extension cords from sharpobjects, excessive heat and damp or wetareas.DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED.If it will not fit the receptacle, have the properreceptacle installed by a qualified electrician.MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG)(When using 120 volts only)IMPROPER CONNECTION of the equipmentgrounding conductor can result in risk ofelectric shock. The conductor with the greeninsulation (with or without yellow stripes) isthe equipment grounding conductor. If repairor replacement of the electrical cord or plugis necessary, do not connect the equipmentgrounding conductor to a live terminal.Ampere RatingTotal Length of CordMore ThanNot More 00150ft.(7.62 15.24 30.48 45.72 m)AWG- American Wire GaugeNot Recommended! WARNINGThis tool is for indoor use only. Do notexpose to rain or use in damp locations.CHECK with a qualified electrician or serviceperson if you do not completely understandthe grounding instructions, or if you are notcertain the tool is properly grounded.USE only 3-wire extension cords that havethree-pronged grounding plugs with threepole receptacles that accept the tool’splug. Repair or replace damaged or worncords immediately.7

This tool is intended for use on a circuit thathas a receptacle like the one illustrated inFig. 1. Fig. 1 shows a three-pronged electricalplug and receptacle that has a groundingconductor. If a properly grounded receptacleis not available, an adapter (Fig. 2) can beused to temporarily connect this plug toa two-contact grounded receptacle. Theadapter (Fig. 2) has a rigid lug extending fromit that MUST be connected to a permanentearth ground, such as a properly groundedreceptacle box.! CAUTIONIn all cases, make certain the receptacle isproperly grounded. If you are not sure, have aqualified electrician check the receptacle.Fig. 1Fig. 2Fiche à 3 brochesBroche de mise à la terrePrise de courant à troistrous mise à la terreCosse demise à la terreAdaptateurS’assurer quecette connexionest branchéesur une terreconnuePrise à 2 trous8

TOOLS NEEDED FORADJUSTMENTSupplied2.5 mm hex keyCARTON CONTENTSUNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTSCarefully unpack the scroll saw and all itsparts, and compare against the list below andthe illustration on the next page. With the helpof an assistant place the saw on a securesurface and examine it carefully.Not SuppliedSlotted screwdriver! WARNINGTo avoid injury from unexpectedstarting or electrical shock, do notplug the power cord into a sourceof power during unpacking andassembly. The cord must remainunplugged whenever you areadjusting/assembling the scroll saw. The scroll saw is heavy and shouldbe lifted with care. If needed, get theassistance of someone to lift andmove the scroll saw. If any part is missing or damaged, donot attempt to assemble the scrollsaw, or plug in the power cord until themissing or damaged part is correctlyreplaced. 3 mm hex key#2 Phillips screwdriverAdjustable wrench13 mm wrenchTABLE OF LOOSE PARTSITEMDESCRIPTIONA. Scroll saw assemblyB. Blade bagPlain-end bladeBlade adaptors2.5 mm hex key3 mm hex key9Q’TY11211

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KNOW YOUR SCROLL SAWBlade tension knobBlade guard footlock knobSawdust blowerBlade adaptorWorktableVariable speedcontrol knobTable lock knobMounting holeBlade holder recessesBlade holderBlade guard footTable insertSawdustcollection portBlade storageON/OFF switchwith safety keyMotorMounting hole11

GLOSSARY OF TERMSSCROLL SAW TERMSWOODWORKING TERMSBEVEL SCALE – Represents the degree oftable angle from 0 to 45 when the table istilted for bevel cutting.BLADE TOOTH SET – The total width theblade will cut based on the distance from theoutside point of one bent tooth to the outsidepoint of the next bent tooth establishing set ofteeth.BLADE GUARD FOOT – Guards the bladeand keeps your workpiece from rising. Helpsprotect fingers from blade contact.BLADE GUARD FOOT LOCK KNOB –Allows you to raise or lower the foot and lockit at the desired height.DEFLECTION – Slight movement of bladein the horizontal direction while the blade ismoving inline during cutting operation. Thismay be caused by the blade following thegrain or the path of least resistance.BLADE HOLDERS – Retain and position theblades.FEED – Rate of moving material to be cut intothe blade.BLADE STORAGE – Provides convenienteasy access to extra blades or wrenches.KERF – The slot cut by the blade.LEADING EDGE – The front edge of theworkpiece that is guided into the blade.BLADE TENSION KNOB – The blade tensionknob quickly sets and resets the blade tensionwhen performing interior cutting operations orchanging blades.SAW BLADE PATH – Area or line of sight ofthe workpiece moving in line toward the sawblade edge.SAWDUST BLOWER – Keeps sawdust fromcovering the line of sight for more accuratecuts. The best results occur when theblower tube is directed toward the blade andworkpiece.SURFACE – Top of workpiece being cut.TRAILING EDGE – The end of the workpieceedge last cut by the saw blade.SAWDUST COLLECTION PORT – Allowsvacuum hose or attachments to be used toremove the sawdust from under the table andbase.WORKPIECE – Material on which the cuttingoperation is being performed.TABLE LOCK KNOB – Securely locks thetable at the angle desired for bevel cutting.Leading edgeKerfVARIABLE SPEED ON/OFF CONTROLKNOB – Variable switch dial allows greaterversatility when cutting a variety of materials.Adjust the speed to the desired setting,between 550 to 1600 strokes per minute(SPM), by turning the control knob clockwiseor counter clockwise.Saw blade pathSurfaceTrailing edgeWorkpiece12

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTSSAWDUST COLLECTION PORT (FIG. C)This scroll saw will accept a hose or vacuumaccessory (not provided) to be connectedto the sawdust collection port (1) on thefront of base. If excessive sawdust buildupoccurs inside the base, use a wet/dry vacuumcleaner or manually remove sawdust by firstunplugging the saw from the power source,then removing the two screws (2) on the leftside of saw holding the plate cover. Aftercleaning all sawdust buildup, reattach theplate cover and screws (2) before restartingthe saw. This will keep your saw cuttingefficiently.Estimated Assembly Time: 5 minutes.MOUNTING SCROLL SAW TO WORKSURFACE (FIG. A)! WARNINGTo avoid injury, do not connect thisscroll saw to the power source until itis completely assembled and adjustedand you have read and understood thisinstruction manual.1. There are two mounting holes on thesaw base for mounting the scroll saw to aworkbench or stand. A solid wood benchis preferred over a plywood board toreduce noise and vibration.2. The hardware to mount this saw is NOTsupplied with the saw. The hardware asshown in Fig. A should be used:Fig. CFig. A1232BLADE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION241.2.3.4.5.6.1PIN-END BLADE REMOVAL ANDINSTALLATION56Hex bolts; length as requiredFlat washersFoam pad or carpet (optional)Lock washersHex nutsJam nuts! WARNINGTo avoid injury from accidental starting,always turn the switch OFF and removepower cord plug from power source beforeremoving or replacing the blade.This scroll saw accepts 5 in. (127 mm) plainend or pin-end blades to cut a wide variety ofmaterials.BLADE STORAGE (FIG. B)The blade storage (1) is located on the rightrear side of the scroll saw body. The bladestorage can conveniently store pin-end andplain-end blades.Pin-end type blades are often thicker thanplain-end blades and offer more stabilityand faster assembly. These blades areused whenever faster cutting on a variety ofmaterials and 3/4 in. (19 mm) thicknessor greater are required. Use whenever lessprecision or thicker kerf cutting is acceptable.Fig. BNOTE: When installing pin-end blades, theset screws located on the upper and lowerblade holders should not be over or undertightened. The slot must be slightly wider thanthe thickness of the blade. After the blade isinstalled, the blade tension mechanism willkeep the pin-end in place.113

Fig. FPin-end blade removal (Fig. D, E, F)1. Remove the table insert (1) by pushing itup from under the worktable. (Fig. D)NOTE: Be careful not to make contactwith the blade.Fig. D3 54461Pin-end blade installation (Fig. D, E, G, H)CAUTIONIn order to avoid uncontrollable liftingof the workpiece, the teeth of the bladeshould ALWAYS point downward. (Fig. G)7Fig. G2. Loosen the blade tension by trurning theblade tension knob (2) counterclockwise.(Fig. E)NOTE: The hex set screw (3) on thetop side is used for fine adjustmentsand is only adjusted if the blade is notperpendicular to the table. (Fig. F)Fig. E21. Remove the table insert (1) by pushing itup from under the worktable. (Fig. D)2. Loosen the blade tension by trurning theblade tension knob (2) counterclockwise.(Fig. E)3. Tilt the table to the 0 and tighten thetable lock knob (7). (Fig. D)4. Install the blade by inserting one end of itthrough the access hole (8) in the table.Hook the lower blade pin in the pin recessof the lower blade holder (6) and thenthe upper blade pin of the upper bladeholder (5). (Fig. H)5. Check the pins are properly located in thepin recess of upper and the lower bladeholders.6. Tighten the tension on the blade byturning the blade tension knob (2)clockwise. If the tension is too tight, turncounterclockwise. If too loose, turn theknob clockwise. Do not make too tight orblade will easily break in use. (Fig. E)3. Remove the blade (4) from the upper (5)and lower (6) blade holders by pullingblade forward to release, and lift the bladethrough the access hole. (Fig. F)NOTE: Apply slight downward pressure on theupper arm when removing the blade fromthe upper blade holder. If the tension is still too tight toremove blade, turn the tension konbcounterclockwise no more than onerotation. (Do not over-loosen.)14

Fig. HFig. I8598610PLAIN-END BLADE REMOVAL ANDINSTALLATIONPlain-end blade installation (Fig. D, E, I, J)CAUTIONIn order to avoid uncontrollable liftingof the workpiece, the teeth of the bladeshould ALWAYS point downward.! WARNINGTo avoid injury from accidental starting,always turn the switch OFF and removepower cord plug from power source beforeremoving or replacing the blade.1. Insert the plain-end blade (9) into theblade adaptors (11). (Fig. J)2. Put the blade adaptor set into therecesses (12) on the rear top of the sawto adjust the blade length, and thensecure the blade by fixing the innerscrews of the blade adaptors with 2.5 mmhex wrench.This scroll saw accepts 5 in. (127 mm) plainend or pin-end blades to cut a wide variety ofmaterials.Plain-end type blades are recommendedwhenever fine, accurate and intricate workis being performed on 3/4 in. (19 mm) orthinner material. It will take slightly longer toassemble and tension the blade, but you willalso be able to use finer blades for cutting athinner kerf.Fig. JPlain-end blade removal (Fig. D, E, I)1. Remove the table insert (1) by pushing itup from under the worktable. (Fig. D)2. Loosen the blade tension by trurning theblade tension knob (2) counterclockwise.(Fig. E)3. Tilt the table to the 0 and tighten thetable lock knob (7). (Fig. D)4. Apply slight downward pressure on theupper arm to remove the blade adaptorset from the upper blade holder clip (8)and then from the lower blade holderclip (10). (Fig. I)5. Remove the plain-end blade (9) from theupper and lower blade adaptor set.911123. Remove the table insert (1) by pushing itup from under the worktable. (Fig. D)4. Loosen the blade tension by trurning theblade tension knob (2) counterclockwise.(Fig. E)5. Tilt the table to the 0 and tighten thetable lock knob (7). (Fig. D)6. Hang the blade adaptor set on the lowerblade holder clip (10). (Fig. I)7. Apply slight downward pressure againstthe upper arm when hanging the otherend of the blade adaptor set on the upperblade holder clip (8).15

Fig. L8. Tighten the tension on the blade byturning the blade tension knob (2)clockwise. If the tension is too tight, turncounterclockwise. If too loose, turn theknob clockwise. Do not make too tight orblade will easily break in use. (Fig. E)68BEVEL ADJUSTMENT (FIG. K, L)1. Remove the blade guard foot (1) by usingthe Phillips screwdriver to loosen thescrew (2). (Fig. K)549103Fig. K27BLADE GUARD FOOT ADJUSTMENT(FIG. M)NOTE: User must keep constant downwardpressure on workpiece when cutting. Theblade guard foot is not designed to hold downthe workpiece, but is rather to help preventthe workpiece from lifting up excessively.1When cutting at angles, the blade guardfoot (1) should be adjusted so it is parallel tothe table and rests flat above the workpiece.2. Loosen the table lock knob (3) and movethe table (4) until it is approximately at aright angle to the blade (5). (Fig. L)3. Loosen the lock nut (6) and adjust theadjusting screw (7) under the table byturning counterclockwise.4. Lower the adjusting screw (7) by turningclockwise.5. Use a combination square (8) to set thetable exactly 90 (0 ) to the blade. If thereis space between the square and blade,adjust the table angle until the space isclosed.6. Lock the table lock knob (3) to preventmovement. Raise the adjusting screw (7)under the tabel until the tip of the screwtouches the table.7. Tighten the lock nut (6).8. When the blade is exactly 90 (0 ) to thetable, loosen the bevel indicator screw (9)using a Phillips screwdriver.9. Adjust the bevel indicator (10) to the “0”mark on the bevel scale and retighten theindicator screw (9).10. Attach the blade guard foot (1) using thePhillips screwdriver, so the foot rests flatagainst the table and tighten.1. To adjust, loosen the screw (2) with thePhillips screwdriver, tilt the blade guardfoot (1) parallel to table, and tighten thescrew (2).2. Loosen the blade guard foot lock knob (3)to raise or lower the foot until it restsslightly above the workpiece. Tightenblade guard foot lock knob (3).Fig. M3412SAWDUST BLOWER (FIG. M)The sawdust blower (4) should be positionedto point to the blade and workpiece to blowsawdust out of the line-of-sight when cutting.It is not designed to blow all of the sawdust offthe table.16

BLADE SELECTION (FIG. N)! WARNINGTo avoid

bolt or clamp the saw to its support. 7. YOUR SCROLL SAW MUST BE SECURELY FASTENED to a stand or workbench. If there is any tendency for the stand or workbench to move during operation, the stand or workbench MUST be fastened to the floor. 8. THIS SCROLL SAW is intended for indoor use only. 9. TENSION BLADE PROPERLY before starting the saw.