Problem
Cause
Remedy
Motor will
not run
Problem with
On-Off switch,
power cord or
outlet.
Check plugged in and switched On
at mains power supply. Check with
another appliance to ensure power is
being supplied to outlet.
Motor defective
Do not attempt any repair. Have
it repaired by a qualified service
technician.
Blades
breaking
Blade over
tensioned
Adjust tension, refer to
Adjusting
blade tension
.
Feeding too
quickly
Reduce feed rate
Incorrect blade
Use narrow blades for cutting thin
wood or tight corners and curves.
Use wide blades for thicker wood
or wide curves, refer to
Blade
selection
.
Blade twisting
in wood
Reduce side pressure on blade,
check blade tension.
Vibration (there
is always a
certain amount
of vibration
when saw is
running).
Improper
mounting of saw
Check mounting
Improper
bracing.
Check saw mounting instructions
Loose table or
table resting
against motor
Tighten table lock knob
Loose motor
mounting
Tighten motor mounting screws.
Work piece
holder
incorrectly
positioned
Refer to
Fitting and removing
blades.
Blade runout
(blade not
properly aligned
with arm
motion)
Blade holders
out of line
Realign blade holders and blade
MAINTENANCE
Carbon brushes
When the carbon brushes wear out the tool will
spark and/or stop. Discontinue use as soon as
this happens.
They should be replaced prior to recommencing
use of the tool. Carbon brushes are a wearing
component of the tool and are therefore not
covered under warranty. Continuing to use the tool when carbon
brushes need to be replaced may cause permanent damage to the
tool. Carbon brushes will wear out after many uses but when the
carbon brushes need to be replaced take the tool to an electrician or
a power tool repairer for a quick and low cost replacement. Always
replace both carbon brushes at the same time.
Clearing dust
Over time sawdust can accumulate behind the dust port if dust
extraction is not used, this should be checked periodically.
1. Unscrew and remove the
side cover screws.
2. The Side Cover can know
be removed from the body
of the saw.
3. Using a brush or
vacuum, clean away the
sawdust and any broken
blades that may have
accumulated.
4. Replace Side Cover when finished cleaning.
Note:
Removing the Side Cover gives easy access to the lower blade
holder, and will aid in the fitting of blades. Always replace Side Cover
before operating the saw.
Note:
Ozito Industries will not be responsible for any damage or
injuries caused by repair of the scroll saw by an unauthorised person
or by mishandling.
• Keep the ventilation vents of the tool clean at all times, if possible,
prevent foreign matter from entering the vents.
• After each use, blow air through the tool housing to ensure it is free
from all dust particles which may build up. Build up of dust particles
may cause the tool to overheat and fail.
• If the enclosure of the tool requires cleaning do not use solvents but
a moist soft cloth only. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never
immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
• The motor mount screws could work loose over time, periodically
inspect and when required tighten the screws.
5. GENERAL MAINTENANCE
WARNING!
FAILURE TO UNPLUG YOUR VARIABLE
SPEED SCROLL SAW COULD RESULT IN
ACCIDENTAL STARTING CAUSING POSSIBLE SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY.
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING!
ENSURE THE VARIABLE SPEED SCROLL
SAW IS TURNED OFF & DISCONNECTED FROM THE
POWER SUPPLY BEFORE PERFORMING ANY OF THE
FOLLOWING OPERATIONS.
