ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS
BLADE SELECTION
This scroll saw accepts 5" long pin-end and pinless blades, with a wide variety of blade thicknesses and widths. The
type of material and intricacies of cutting operations will determine the number of teeth per inch. Always select the
narrowest blades for intricate curve cutting and the widest blades for straight and large curve cutting operations.
The table below represents suggestions for various materials. Use this table as an example, but with practice, per-
sonal preference will be the best selection method.
When choosing a blade, use very fine, narrow blades to scroll cut in thin wood 1/4" thick or less.
Use wider blades for thicker materials
NOTE:
This will reduce the ability to cut tight curves. A smaller blade width can cut circles with smaller diameters.
NOTE:
Thinner blades will tend to deflect more when making bevel cuts.
Teeth per Inch
Blade Width
Blade Thickness
Blade SPM
Material Cut
10 to 15
0.11"
0.018"
500 to 1200 SPM
Medium turns on 1/4" to 1-3/4"
wood, soft metal, hardwood
15 to 28
0.055" to 0.11"
0.01" to 0.018"
800 to 1700 SPM
Small turns on 1/8" to 1-1/2"
wood, soft metal, hardwood
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10 to 15
(Feet per Inch)
15- 28
(Feet per Inch)
BLADE CARE
To maximize the life of your scroll saw blades:
1. Do not bend blades when installing.
2. Always set proper blade tension.
3. Use the right blade (see instruction on replacement blade packaging for proper use).
4. Feed the work correctly into the blade.
5. Use thin blades for intricate cutting.
CAUTION!
Any and all servicing should be performed by a qualified service center.
WARNING!
To prevent personal injury, always turn saw OFF and disconnect the plug from the power source
before changing blades or making adjustments.
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