Jet JWSS-18B Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

Jet JWSS-18B Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

18-inch woodworking scroll saw

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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
18-inch Woodworking Scroll Saw
Model JWSS-18B
JET
427 New Sanford Road
LaVergne, Tennessee 37086
Part No. M-727300B
Ph.: 800-274-6848
Edition 3 09/2019
www.jettools.com
Copyright © 2018 JET

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  • Page 1 This .pdf document is bookmarked Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 18-inch Woodworking Scroll Saw Model JWSS-18B 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Part No. M-727300B Ph.: 800-274-6848 Edition 3 09/2019 www.jettools.com Copyright © 2018 JET...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    “horse- Do not use this scroll saw for other than its play” are careless acts that can result in serious intended use. If used for other purposes, JET injury. disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless from any injury that may result 21.
  • Page 3 30. Don’t use in dangerous environment. Don’t use 39. Turn off saw before backing stock out of an power tools in damp or wet location, or expose incomplete cut. Only remove jammed cut-off them to rain. Keep work area well lighted. pieces after blade has stopped.
  • Page 4: Switch Lock-Out

    Additional knowledge can be obtained from experienced users or trade articles. Whatever accepted methods are used, always make personal safety a priority. If there are questions or comments, please contact your local supplier or JET. JET can also be reached at our web site: www.jettools.com.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    14.0 Troubleshooting JWSS-18B Scroll Saw ..................... 20   15.0 Replacement parts ............................. 21   15.1.1 JWSS-18B Upper & Lower Arm Assembly – Exploded View .............. 22   15.1.2 JWSS-18B Upper & Lower Arm Assembly – Parts List ............... 23  ...
  • Page 6: Glossary

    Blade tracking: How the blade moves through the without need of a pin holder. These are preferred for cutting path. delicate fretwork. (The JET scroll saw uses this type.) Contour cut: Cutting outside the workpiece line. Rake angle: Angle of a blade tooth in respect to a Crosscut: A cut made across the grain of a line perpendicular to the back edge of blade.
  • Page 7: Specifications

    L = length; W = width; H = height CFM=cubic feet per minute Specifications in this manual were current at time of publication, but because of our policy of continuous improvement, JET reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice, without incurring obligations.
  • Page 8: Mounting Hole Pattern

    5.1 Mounting hole pattern Figure 5-1: JWSS-18B mounting hole pattern 6.0 General features and terminology Figure 6-1: JWSS-18B features...
  • Page 9: Setup And Assembly

    7.0 Setup and assembly Read understand assembly instructions before attempting assembly. Saw must remain unplugged from power source during assembly procedures. 7.1 Shipping contents Refer to Figure 7-1. Figure 7-2: hardware package JWSS22B-SHK Scroll saw (not shown) 7.3 Unpacking and cleanup Leveling feet with hex nuts Rubber washers –...
  • Page 10: Mounting To Bench Or Stand

    Figure 7-5: leveling foot The preferred method is to mount the saw directly to a solid workbench or table, or to the optional JET stand. If mounting to a workbench, use the provided rubber washers as a pad between saw and bench to minimize vibration.
  • Page 11: Dust Collection

    The JWSS-18B Scroll Saw is prewired for 120-volt power. The saw comes with a plug designed for use In Canada, the use of a temporary adaptor is not on a circuit with a grounded outlet that looks like the permitted by the Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1.
  • Page 12: Adjustments

    9.0 Adjustments NOTE: If the blade holder set screw is backed out, turn it in with a 3mm hex wrench until it touches the tip of the knob when knob is tightened down. You may need to stabilize the Before making adjustments to blade holder with a 10mm wrench on the flats saw, push rocker switch to OFF.
  • Page 13: Adjusting Blade Tension

     Try moving blade by hand to make sure it is Rotate arm adjustment knob (Figure 9-6) secure. Pluck the blade with your finger, as you clockwise by hand. This will raise arm and apply would a guitar string – it should emit a clear note more tension to blade.
  • Page 14: Adjusting Blade Oscillation

    Turn off saw, unplug from power source. movement into the wood on the downstroke. For slower, fine detail work and more control, Make sure blade is fully tensioned. completely vertical blade movement is often preferred. Set blade tilt to “0” (90 degrees). This adjustment is based upon user’s preference;...
  • Page 15: Arm Lift Retention

    Turn motor shaft (N, Figure 9-5) with flat-blade into the blade, taking care not to bend or twist screwdriver observe blade motion. the blade. Alternatively, you may turn on saw to slowest Blade should have minimum 3 teeth in contact speed to observe blade motion.
  • Page 16: User-Maintenance

    Hold workpiece firmly against table and feed workpiece directly into front edge of blade with steady pressure. See Figures 10-1 and 10-2. Do not use excessive pressure; allow the blade to do the work. Compensate for blade drift. Figure 10-3: fretwork cutting 11.0 User-maintenance Figure 10-1: straight cutting Always unplug scroll saw from...
  • Page 17: Fuse Inspection

    Bearings in the drive mechanism are pre-lubricated Pull out brush and inspect. Brush should be and sealed; no further attention is needed for these. replaced if any of the following are discovered:  Brush has worn to about 1/2-inch long. 11.3 Fuse inspection ...
  • Page 18: Blade Selection

    12.0 Blade selection Refer to Figures 12-1 and 12-2. The following information is general in nature. The scroller is encouraged to research specific options to meet project needs. Note that the same specifications may vary among manufacturers. A wide array of blades are available for the scroll saw.
  • Page 19: Tooth Form

    Figure 12-2: blade forms 13.0 Optional accessories These accessory items, purchased separately, will provide convenience and enhance the functionality of your scroll saw. Contact your dealer to order, or call JET at the phone number on the cover. JWSS22B-335 Blade Storage Rack...
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting Jwss-18B Scroll Saw

    14.0 Troubleshooting JWSS-18B Scroll Saw Table 3 Symptom Possible Cause Correction * Motor will not start. Low voltage. Check power line for proper voltage. Open circuit in motor or loose Inspect all lead connections on motor for connection. loose or open connections.
  • Page 21: Replacement Parts

    Some parts are shown for reference only and may not be available individually. Non-proprietary parts, such as fasteners, are usually available at local hardware stores or may be ordered from JET.
  • Page 22: Jwss-18B Upper & Lower Arm Assembly - Exploded View

    15.1.1 JWSS-18B Upper & Lower Arm Assembly – Exploded View 12 13...
  • Page 23: Jwss-18B Upper & Lower Arm Assembly - Parts List

    54 ....LM000187 ....Warning Label (not shown) ........30x102mm ....1 55 ....LM000188 ....Warning Label (not shown) ........49x100mm ....1 56 ....LM000337 ....ID Label, JWSS-18B (not shown) ..............1 56 ....JWSS18B-256 ... Cable, Main Switch to PCB (not shown) ............1...
  • Page 24: Jwss-18B Table & Cabinet Assembly - Exploded View

    15.2.1 JWSS-18B Table & Cabinet Assembly – Exploded View...
  • Page 25: Jwss-18B Table & Cabinet Assembly - Parts List

    15.2.2 JWSS-18B Table & Cabinet Assembly – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size 1 ....JWSS22B-301 ... Blade Tilt Locking Lever ................1 2 ....TS-0680021 ....Flat Washer ............. 1/4 ......... 1 3 ....JWSS22B-303 ... Tilt Adjust Knob ..................... 1 4 ....
  • Page 26: Jwss-18B Drive Link Assembly - Exploded View

    15.3.1 JWSS-18B Drive Link Assembly – Exploded View...
  • Page 27: Jwss-18B Drive Link Assembly - Parts List

    15.3.2 JWSS-18B Drive Link Assembly – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size 1 ....JWSS22B-401 ... Motor ......................1 ....JWSS22B-MCB ..Motor Carbon Brush (not shown) ..............2 ....JWSS22B-MCBC ..Motor Carbon Brush Cap (not shown) ............2 ....
  • Page 28 Index No Part No Description Size 58 ....JWSS22B-458 ... Press Bar ....................... 1 59 ....JWSS22B-459A ..Inner Bearing Sleeve ..........Ø6.03x14.2mm ..... 1 62 ....F005673 ....Socket Head Cap Screw ......... M4x27 ......2 63 ....TS-1501081 ....Socket Head Cap Screw ......... M4x30 ......4 64 ....
  • Page 29: Stand (Optional) For Jwss-18B Scroll Saw - Exploded View

    15.4.1 Stand (OPTIONAL) for JWSS-18B Scroll Saw – Exploded View 15.4.2 Stand (OPTIONAL) for JWSS-18B Scroll Saw – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size ....727300S ....Stand for Scroll Saw (#1 thru 10) ..............1 ....TS-0051051 ....Hex Cap Screw ............5/16"-18 x 1" ....4 2 ....
  • Page 30: Electrical Connections - Jwss-18B Scroll Saw

    16.0 Electrical connections – JWSS-18B Scroll Saw...
  • Page 31: Warranty And Service

    Accessories; Shop Tools; Warehouse & Dock products; Hand Tools; Air Tools NOTE: JET is a division of JPW Industries, Inc. References in this document to JET also apply to JPW Industries, Inc., or any of its successors in interest to the JET brand.
  • Page 32 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Phone: 800-274-6848 www.jettools.com...

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