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SAFETY AND

OPERATING MANUAL

FOR THE STANDARD

AND DELUXE KIT

Summary of Contents for twist-a-saw

Page 1: ...SAFETY AND OPERATING MANUAL FOR THE STANDARD AND DELUXE KIT ...

Page 2: ...Twist A Saw Manual ...

Page 3: ... components 9 Accessories 10 Australia New Zealand Technical data 11 United States Technical data 11 Parts of the Twist A Saw 12 Setting up 14 Which parts do I need 14 Changing the collets 15 Installing cutting bits 17 Attaching the Multi Purpose Handle 19 Adjusting the Comfort Control Grip 21 Adjusting the Depth Guide 23 Attaching the Circle Cutter 24 Attaching the Fence Guide 26 Installing the V...

Page 4: ...le Cutter 38 Using the Twist A Flex rotary tool attachment 41 Tips and troubleshooting 43 Choosing the right speed 43 Cutting tips 43 Power indicator light 44 Looking after your Twist A Saw 45 Cleaning 45 Storage 45 Servicing and repairs 45 Warranty 47 Two 2 year limited replacement warranty statement 47 Your warranty is subject to the following conditions 47 Your warranty does not cover 47 Disput...

Page 5: ... the metric size shown Example 6 35mm approximately 1 4 Standard and Deluxe Kits The Standard Kit includes 6 cutting bits and 174 rotary accessories The Deluxe Kit includes 11 cutting bits and 276 rotary accessories See the Twist A Bits workshop guide or the rotary accessories case insert for details Twist A Bits workshop guide We ve also included a handy workshop guide so you can quickly match th...

Page 6: ...Saw Work area safety Follow the guidelines below to ensure your work area is safe to use the Twist A Saw Safety guideline Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes Keep children and bystanders aw...

Page 7: ... unavoidable use a residual current device RCD protected supply When operating a power tool outdoors use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord for carrying pulling or unplugging the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Hold the Twist A Saw by the insulated grip when cutting where hidden wiring may exist or where the power...

Page 8: ...eye protection and ear protection If operating in a dusty environment wear a dusk mask see next page Prevent unintentional starting Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting to power source picking up or carrying the tool Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the Twist A Saw on A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal ...

Page 9: ...ersonal safety from dust while operating the Twist A Saw Safety guideline Always work in a well ventilated area Use dust masks specifically designed to filter microscopic particles as well as other approved safety equipment Use Twist A Saw s vacuum attachment with an approved filtering system to help catch dust from dispersing into the air Avoid long periods of exposure to dust from sanding sawing...

Page 10: ...he Twist A Saw or these instructions to operate the power tool Maintain power tools If any part is missing or damaged do not plug Twist A Saw into the power source until the missing part or damaged part is replaced Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control Have your Twist A Saw serviced only by an...

Page 11: ...llowing components are included with your Twist A Saw Part Description A Twist A Saw rotary tool B Twist A Saw Multi Purpose Handle includes Depth Guide and Fence Guide C Twist A Saw Circle Cutter D Twist A Flex rotary tool attachment What s included Continued on next page ...

Page 12: ... 3 2mm 1 8 Collet Accessories For a list of the accessories included with Twist A Saw refer to the separate Twist A Bits workshop guide Note All components and accessories listed in this manual are manufactured using metric measurements The metric and imperial comparisons in this manual are approximate 1mm approximately 1 32 We recommend you use the standard imperial size that is closest to the me...

Page 13: ...Technical data Rated Voltage 120V Speed 5 000 25 000 min Rated Frequency 60Hz Protection Class Double Insulation Power 550Watts Weight 2 2lb This Device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired op...

Page 14: ...ce Guide Fence Guide Locking Knob Vacuum Hose Depth Guide Locking Knob Depth Guide Continued on next page What s included Parts of the Twist A Saw The following diagrams show the labelled parts of the Twist A Saw rotary tool Multi Purpose Handle and Twist A Flex rotary tool attachment Twist A Saw rotary tool and Multi Purpose Handle ...

Page 15: ...ex rotary tool attachment ON OFF Switch Variable Speed Dial External Mounting Disc Internal Mounting Disc Collet Nut Pivot Pin Locking Knob Circle Cutter Circle Cutting Handle Centre Guide Pivot Pin Flexible Shaft Twist A Flex Tail Twist A Flex Head Spindle Locking Hole Collet Nut ...

Page 16: ...ist A Saw rotary tool It keeps the tool square with the work surface The Depth Guide is used to determine how far the cutting bits protrude from the Twist A Saw The Fence Guide allows you to cut in straight lines relative to an edge Twist A Saw Circle Cutter The Circle Cutter allows you to cut precise circles Twist A Saw Vacuum Hose The Vacuum Hose connects your vacuum cleaner to the Twist A Saw e...

Page 17: ...low the steps below to change the collets on your Twist A Saw Part Action 1 Remove any bits from the Twist A Saw if applicable Refer to Installing cutting bits on page 17 2 Turn the collet nut 1 counter clockwise and remove it from the spindle 3 3 Remove the collet 2 from the spindle and insert the new collet Note As each collet is the same on both ends either end can be inserted into the spindle ...

Page 18: ...Page 16 Twist A Saw Manual 3 Spindle 2 Collet 1 Collet Nut Setting up Changing the collets ...

Page 19: ...e from turning 3 Press down on the spindle locking button and use the Ø 16mm Ø 5 8 collet wrench 3 to turn the collet nut counter clockwise Loosen the collet nut several turns 4 Remove existing bit if one is already in the collet 5 Insert the new cutting bit 4 fully into the collet then pull it back between 1mm 1 32 and 3mm 1 8 to create an air space between the motor shaft and the bit This helps ...

Page 20: ...flutes spirals of the bit are fully visible outside the collet Tightening the collet on the flutes can lead to broken bits and possible injury 7 Once the bit is correctly placed in the collet press down on the spindle locking button Tighten the collet nut clockwise by hand as far as possible 8 Use the Ø 16mm Ø 5 8 collet wrench to tighten the collet nut securely ...

Page 21: ...is extremely dangerous to use the Twist A Saw without the Multi Purpose Handle Part Action 1 Loosen the collar locking knob 1 2 Slide the Multi Purpose Handle collar 2 onto the bottom of the Twist A Saw 3 3 Align the key 4 on the motor housing with the keyway in the collar 5 4 When the key and keyway are aligned slide the collar completely onto the Twist A Saw Note Push the Multi Purpose Handle co...

Page 22: ...Page 20 Twist A Saw Manual 2 Multi Purpose Handle Collar 1 Collar Locking Knob 4 Key 5 Keyway 3 Bottom Of The Twist A Saw Setting up Attaching the Multi Purpose Handle ...

Page 23: ...r jigsaw vertically or on an angle to use Twist A Saw for freehand cutting or upside down to provide a more comfortable practical grip depending on the job Follow the steps below to adjust the Comfort Control Grip Part Action 1 Loosen the Comfort Control Grip locking knob 1 until you can move the Comfort Control Grip up or down 2 2 Adjust the Comfort Control Grip to the desired position 3 Tighten ...

Page 24: ...Page 22 Twist A Saw Manual 1 Comfort Control Grip Locking Knob 2 Comfort Control Grip Setting up Adjusting the Comfort Control Grip Adjusting the Comfort Control Grip angle ...

Page 25: ...nd 14mm 9 16 past the bottom of the depth guide foot and therefore 4mm 3 16 through the 10mm 3 8 plasterboard Follow the steps below to adjust the depth guide Part Action 1 Loosen the Depth Guide locking knob 1 Slide the Depth Guide foot 2 up or down to set the desired depth 2 Tighten the Depth Guide locking knob securely 3 Re check the bit depth before cutting Ensure both the bit and the collet a...

Page 26: ...2 4 Place the internal mounting disc into the Multi Purpose Handle foot 3 Note Make sure the scallops of the internal mounting disc are seated correctly in the scallops of the Multi Purpose Handle foot 5 Place the circle cutting guide mounting hole 4 over the treaded portion of the internal mounting disc insert Note Make sure the pivot pin 5 is pointing downwards 6 Attach the external mounting dis...

Page 27: ... tighten 8 Insert appropriate cutting bit in the collet and tighten Refer to Installing cutting bits on page 17 Note To check the circle radius setting measure from the pivot pin to the outside of the bit 1 Internal Mounting Disc 2 External Mounting Disc 3 Multi Purpose Handle Foot 4 Circle Cutting Guide Mounting Hole 5 Pivot Pin 6 Boss 7 Pivot Pin Knob ...

Page 28: ...w the steps below to attach the Fence Guide Part Action 1 Loosen the adjustable Fence Guide locking knobs 1 There are two one on each side of the Multi Purpose Handle foot 2 Slide the adjustable Fence Guide 2 into the Multi Purpose Handle foot 3 Set the adjustable Fence Guide depth and tighten the locking knobs ...

Page 29: ...t Part Action 1 Insert the Vacuum Hose 1 into the vacuum collar 2 2 Insert the nozzle of your vacuum cleaner into the Twist A Saw vacuum hose dock 3 Note If your vacuum cleaner nozzle does not match the Twist A Saw vacuum hose dock use a piece of irrigation hose as an adapter 1 Vacuum Hose 3 Vacuum Hose Dock 2 Vacuum Collar ...

Page 30: ...nd off on page 30 2 Remove existing bit if one is already in Twist A Saw on page 17 3 Ensure the Ø 6 35mm Ø 1 4 collet is in the spindle Refer to Changing the collets on page 15 4 Insert the Twist A Flex rotary tool tail 1 into the collet 2 5 When the Twist A Flex rotary tool tail is correctly placed in the collet press in the spindle locking button 3 Tighten the collet nut 4 clockwise by hand as ...

Page 31: ...m turning Note Repeat when unfastening 2 Rotate the collet nut 3 with your fingers until the locking pin slips fully in place 3 Loosen the collet nut 4 Insert the bit 4 into the collet and tighten the collet nut with the Ø 10mm Ø 3 8 collet wrench Note The Twist A Flex rotary tool has a Ø 4 76mm Ø 3 16 collet that will take all accessories with a Ø 4 76mm Ø 3 16 shank 5 Rotate the collet by hand t...

Page 32: ...below to turn your Twist A Saw on and off Part Action 1 When Twist A Saw is connected to mains power the power indicator light 1 glows GREEN 2 The ON OFF power switch 2 is located on the top of Twist A Saw To turn Twist A Saw ON push the switch out OFF push the switch in Note Twist A Saw has a soft start power switch for safety and control Using Twist A Saw ...

Page 33: ...1 Using the Twist A Saw Turning the Twist A Saw on and off If Twist A Saw won t turn on If the power indicator light turns red or starts flashing or if the Twist A Saw will not start refer to Tips and troubleshooting on page 43 ...

Page 34: ...e highest setting is 25 25 000 min Follow the steps below to change the Variable Speed Dial Part Action 1 To operate Twist A Saw at its lowest speed turn the Variable Speed Dial 1 to 5 2 To increase Twist A Saw speed turn the Variable Speed Dial toward the ON OFF switch Maximum speed will be achieved at 25 Tip The harder the material the slower the speed Use slow speed for hardwood and hard materi...

Page 35: ...hest cut Follow the steps below to make a practice cut with your Twist A Saw Part Action 1 On scrap material draw a guide or pattern similar to your intended project 2 Fit the Multi Purpose Handle Refer to Attaching the Multi Purpose Handle on page 19 3 Fit the cutting bit into the collet Refer to Installing cutting bits on page 17 4 Adjust the Depth Guide depth Refer to Adjusting the Depth Guide ...

Page 36: ... NOT let the bit touch the workpiece until the power switch is ON and Twist A Saw is up to full speed 7 Turn Twist A Saw ON Warning Make sure you are holding Twist A Saw firmly with two hands before turning the power switch ON The starting torque will cause Twist A Saw to twist or jump to the left 8 When the motor is running at full speed slowly tip Twist A Saw into an upright position and let the...

Page 37: ...Twist A Saw in a clockwise direction Let Twist A Saw do the work and use slow and steady pressure as you cut Note Always cut in a clockwise direction except when cutting drywall plasterboard 10 When you have finished the cut switch the Twist A Saw off Wait until Twist A Saw has come to a complete stop and then remove it from the workpiece ...

Page 38: ...n the area of work Part Action 1 Before installing drywall plasterboard Push any wires back into outlet boxes as far as possible to avoid cutting them when cutting the opening with Twist A Saw On the side facing you mark the centre of the outlet on the sheet 2 Fit the Multi Purpose Handle and cutting bit Refer to Attaching the Multi Purpose Handle on page 19 and Installing cutting bits on page 17 ...

Page 39: ...ntil you feel and hear the bit touch the inside edge of the outlet box 7 Tracing the inside edge of the box move Twist A Saw upward Maintain light pressure on the box edge As you feel the bit reach the top right corner move Twist A Saw to the left 8 Maintain light pressure on the box edge and continue to trace counter clockwise around the box until the shape is cut 9 When you have finished the cut...

Page 40: ...6mm Ø 3 16 pilot hole for the centre guide pivot pin 2 Adjust the cutting bit so that it will extend 4mm 3 16 past the thickness of the workpiece Refer to Adjusting the Depth Guide on page 23 3 Loosen the pivot pin locking knob Slide the locking knob to set the circle radius and re tighten Note Re check the circle radius setting by measuring from the centre guide pivot pin to the outside of the bi...

Page 41: ...he centre guide pivot pin with the pilot hole 5 Switch Twist A Saw ON on page 30 Note DO NOT let the bit touch the workpiece until Twist A Saw is up to full speed 6 When the motor is running at full speed slowly tip Twist A Saw into an upright position and let the bit cut into the workpiece Make sure the pivot pin enters and remains in the pilot hole Continued on next page ...

Page 42: ...w do the work and use slow and steady pressure as you cut 8 Cut the circle keeping Twist A Saw upright and the Multi Purpose Handle foot flat on the material Carefully rotate the Circle Cutter handle and Twist A Saw around the centre guide pivot pin 9 When you have finished the cut switch Twist A Saw off Wait until Twist A Saw has come to a complete stop and then remove it from the workpiece ...

Page 43: ...7 2 Hold on to the rotary tool head being careful not to touch the bit and turn the Twist A Saw on Refer to Turning the Twist A Saw on and off on page 30 3 Hold the Twist A Flex like a pencil to etch grind or polish the workpiece Note When etching and engraving etch with the side of the bit not the tip Note If you can avoid laying Twist A Saw on the workbench while working with the Twist A Flex Us...

Page 44: ... Never bend the Twist A Flex rotary tool shaft to a radius of less than Ø 100mm Ø 4 when operating otherwise overheating can occur Whenever possible store the Twist A Flex without bends Never bend the head of the Twist A Flex rotary tool excessively If overheating occurs stop immediately 100mm 4 Radius ...

Page 45: ...Saw for greater control and to prevent the bit popping out of the workpiece The depth of the cut must never exceed the length of the cutting flutes Refer to Cutting Flute diagram on page 18 When cutting a hole in vertical material always start and end the cut at the top of the hole not at the bottom This ensures that the cut out will fall away from the rotating bit Always cut in a clockwise direct...

Page 46: ...A Saw from the work piece and let the Twist A Saw cool down before turning back on Power indicator light turns red Vents are blocked or motor has become overheated Turn the power switch off unplug the power cord from the power outlet and remove the Twist A Saw from the workpiece Ensure vents are clear and let the Twist A Saw cool down for half an hour before turning back on Power indicator light f...

Page 47: ...place Keep the motor ventilation slots and controls clear of dust and other debris Servicing and repairs When servicing use only identical replacement parts The use of any other part may create a hazard or cause damage to the product DO NOT attempt to modify Twist A Saw or create accessories Any such alteration modification or unintended use is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition lead...

Page 48: ...nts or maintenance to Twist A Saw or attached accessories There are no user serviceable parts in Twist A Saw If the power supply cord is damaged you must have it replaced immediately by the manufacturer or an approved service agent Sparks may occasionally be seen through the ventilation slots This is normal and will not damage your power tool or cause injury to you ...

Page 49: ... to avoid a hazard Incorrect re assembly or repair can cause a risk of electric shock or injury to persons when the appliance is used The item has not been misused abused neglected altered modified or repaired by anyone The item has been subjected to normal wear and tear The item has not been used for trade professional or hire purposes The item has not sustained damage Your warranty does not cove...

Page 50: ...arbitration clause does not apply for any reason you agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of the state courts located within San Diego County California and the federal courts in the Southern District of California for the purpose of litigating all such claims or disputes which courts shall have exclusive jurisdiction of such claims or disputes Notwithstanding the foregoing we may seek inj...

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