SETTING THE TABLE FOR HORIZONTAL OR
BEVEL CUTTING(Fig. 1).
Loosen the table lock knob(7), so the saw
table(1) can be tilted to the left and locked at
any angle from 0°horizontal cutting position
up to 45° for bevel cutting.
A degree scale is also provided under the
work table as a convenient reference for
setting the approximate table angle for bevel
cutting. When greater precision is required,
make prac-tice cuts and adjust the table as
necessary for your requirements.
NOTE: When cutting at angles, the drop foot
can be tilted so it’s parallel to the table and
rests fl at against the workpiece. To tilt drop
foot, loosen allen screw, tilt foot so it’s parallel
to table and securely tighten screw.
ALIGNING THE DEGREE SCALE
POINTER(Fig. 2)
Loosen the table lock knob(7), and move the
table until it is approximately perpendicular,
or at a right angle to the blade(a).
Place a small square(c) on the table next to
the blade as shown to check if the table is 90°
to the blade. If adjustment is needed, raise or
lower the table until table is approximately
90° to the blade and securely tighten the
table lock knob.
Loosen the screw holding the degree
scale(8) pointer as shown, move pointer(b)
to the 0° mark and securely tighten screw.
Remember, the degree scale is a convenient
guide but should not be relied upon for
precision. make practice cuts in scrap pieces
of wood to determine if your angle settings
are correct.
ON/OFF AND VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH(Fig.
3)
The On/Off switch(11) of your scroll saw also
features variable speed control which allows
you to regulate the correct speed for the
material and shape to be cut.
For straight cutting, turn the switch clockwise
to high speed.
For intricate pattern cutting, turn the switch
anti-clockwise to low speed.
OPERATING ADJUSTMENTS
BASIC SCROLL SAW OPERATIONS
BLADES
Your new scroll saw accepts 127mm pin type
blades. Your saw is also equipped with blade
adaptors that allow you to use a variety of
127mm plain end blades.
WARNING:
To prevent personal injury always
disconnect the power cord from power
source before changing blades or making
adjustments.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING PIN TYPE
BLADES(Fig. 4)
Rotate the blade tension knob anti-clockwise
to release blade tension.
Remove table insert and remove blade from
the inner upper and lower blade holders by
pulling forward on blade and then lifting the
blade through the access hole in the table.
Slight downward pressure against the upper
holder may be helpful when removing blade
from upper holder.
Look at the blade holders closely and notice
the blade slots and pin recesses in the blade
holders. The blade holders are made so you
can position the blade for cutting from the
front or from one side of the saw as shown.
Cutting from the side of the saw will be
necessary when your work piece exceeds
405mm in length. It allows your scroll saw to
cut like a band saw. For 0° horizontal cutting
only.
In order to cut, and avoid uncontrollable
lifting of the workpiece, the teeth of the blade
used on the scroll saw should always point
downwards when installed.
Install the blade while inserting one end of
the blade through the access hole in the
table and hook the blade pin in the pin recess
in the lower blade holder. Slide the top blade
pin into the pin recess of the inner upper
blade holder. You may need to press down
lightly on the upper blade holder to install the
blade.
Carefully tighten the blade by rotating the
blade tension knob clockwise just until you
feel the slack in the blade removed. Double
check to see that the pins are properly
located in the blade holder. Then turn the
blade tension knob ONE full turn clockwise.
This amount of blade pressure is required for
most cutting operations and blades.
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