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RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CUTTING
A scroll saw is basically a curve-cutting machine. It can also be used for straight cutting and beveling or angle cut-
ting operations. Please read and understand the following directions before attempting to use the saw.
1. When feeding the workpiece into the blade, do not force it against the blade. This could cause blade deflection
and poor cutting performance. Let the tool do the work.
2. The blade teeth cut material ONLY on the down stroke. Ensure the blade teeth point downwards.
3. Guide the wood into the blade slowly. Again, let the tool do the work.
4. There is a learning curve for each person using this saw. During that period, expect some blades to break as you
get the hang of using the saw.
5. Best results are achieved when cutting wood one inch thick or less.
6. When cutting wood thicker than one inch, guide the wood slowly into the blade and take extra care not to bend
or twist the blade while cutting, in order to maximize blade life.
7. Teeth on scroll saw blades wear out, and the blades must be replaced frequently for best cutting results. Scroll
saw blades generally stay sharp for 1/2 hour to 2 hours of cutting, depending on the type of cut, wood species, etc.
8. To get accurate cuts, be prepared to compensate for the blade’s tendency to follow the wood grain.
9. This scroll saw is primarily designed to cut wood or wood products. For cutting precious and non-ferrous metals,
the variable control switch must be set at very slow speeds.
10. 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. This, however, will reduce the ability to cut tight curves.
11. Blades wear down faster when cutting plywood or very abrasive particle board. Angle cutting in hardwoods also
wears blades down faster.
12. Before cutting, adjust the blade guard to sit just above the workpiece. This will help you maintain better control
over the workpiece.
OPERATION
