To avoid kinking or damaging the blade in the holder,
E,
when
making adjustments make sure the set screw
F
(opposite the
thumbscrew
G
) is threaded into the holder to protrude slight-
ly beyond the blade slot
H
.
4.
Push the blade tension lever back (position
2
) to
apply tension on the blade.
Helpful Hints on blade tension
Determining correct blade tension is somewhat sub-
jective. It is learned through experience and is some-
what dependant on personal preference. A properly
tensioned blade will last longer and be much less like-
ly to break prematurely. If the blade tension is too
loose, you will notice that the blade will have a ten-
dency 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 pushed fully back towards the rear of the saw, the blade should
be properly tensioned.
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.
This saw has an adjustment knob in the rear that can raise the blade mount up to 1” (25mm). This allows you to
reposition the saw blade at a point where you can use a different part of the blade in the cutting area. This also
allows you to use a piece of band saw blade cut to a length of 5”- 6” (127-150mm ) in your saw and gives you
up to 3 inch cutting capacity when needed.
Note: Do not over tension the knob as this can cause premature wear and damage to the machine.
RAISE
LOWER
G
F
H
E
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
ON / OFF SWITCH
The Ex-16 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 400-1400 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
B
is located on the top of
the machine.
•
To increase blade speed, turn the control knob
clockwise.
•
To decrease blade speed turn the control knob
counterclockwise.
A simple, dust protected rocker style on/off switch
A
is
located on the top of the saw.
ADJUSTING THE BLADE SPEED
increase speed
reduce speed
B
A
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