Adjusting the table insert
The way that the table insert is positioned depends on whether a
straight cut or bevel cut is required. Incorrect positioning can result in
damaging the table insert and damaged or broken blades.
• For a straight cut the table
insert opening must be
positioned as shown.
1. Remove the table insert, by pushing up from the bottom of the table.
2. Position the opening of the table insert depending on the cutting
application required.
3. Align the 4 grooves in the table insert with the lugs on the table and
gently push into place.
Adjusting the height
To prevent the workpiece from lifting, the
work piece holder should be adjusted so it
just sits on top of the workpiece. The work
piece holder should not be adjusted so
tightly that the workpiece drags.
1. Loosen the work piece holder
lock knob.
2. Lower or raise the work piece holder
to the desired position.
3. Retighten the work piece holder lock
knob.
Adjusting the angle
When bevel cutting the work piece holder must be adjusted so it is
parallel to the table (as described in “
Bevel Cutting
”).
Adjusting blade tension
•
Lift the blade tension lever to
“Release” the blade tension
• Tension (or tighten) the blade further
by turning the blade tension lever
clockwise.
• Release (or loosen) the blade
further by turning the blade tension
lever anti-clockwise.
Tighten the blade with the clamp lever
by pressing down again. Check tension
by the sound the blade makes when
plucking the blade, similar to plucking
a guitar string. This requires good
knowledge of your scroll saw.
• Pluck the back edge of the blade. The sound should be a musical
note. The sound becomes less flat as tension increases.
The sound level will decrease with too much tension.
Note:
Be careful as over tension may cause the blade to break as soon
as you start cutting. Too little tension may cause the blade to bend or
break.
Sawdust blower
The variable speed scroll saw features a
sawdust blower to direct air to the most
effected point on the cutting line. The blower
tube is fully adjustable and can be directed
as required.
Flexible worklight
The worklight will illuminate the work area
for greater visibility of the cutting line.
1. Press the flexible worklight switch to the
On (I) position.
2. The light will illuminate when the saw is
turned on by pushing the green On (I)
button. The light cannot be operated without the saw running
3. ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING!
ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE VARIABLE
SPEED SCROLL SAW IS SWITCHED OFF AND
DISCONNECT FROM MAINS POWER SUPPLY BEFORE
MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS
• For a bevel cut the table
insert openings must be
positioned as shown.
RELEASE
