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Ryobi SC164VS Operator's Manual

16 in. scroll saw variable speed
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Your scroll saw has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and
operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using
this product.
Thank you for your purchase.
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
16 in. SCROLL SAW
VARIABLE SPEED
SC164VS

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  • Page 1 16 in. SCROLL SAW VARIABLE SPEED SC164VS Your scroll saw has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The replacement power tool will be covered by the limited warranty for the balance of the two year period from the date of the original purchase. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS: This warranty covers all defects in workmanship or materials in your RYOBI power ®...

  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES  MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp WARNING: and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow  DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servic- all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, ing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters, fire and/or serious personal injury.

  • Page 4: Specific Safety Rules

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES  INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and  USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. replace if damaged.  BEFORE MAKING A CUT, BE SURE ALL ADJUST-  GROUND ALL TOOLS. If tool is equipped with three- MENTS ARE SECURE. prong plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole elec- ...

  • Page 5: Symbols

    SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)

  • Page 6: Symbols

    If you do not understand ing, use only identical replacement parts. the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call Ryobi customer service for assistance. WARNING: The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.

  • Page 7: Electrical

    ELECTRICAL EXTENSION CORDS SPEED AND WIRING The no-load speed of this product is approximately 1,600 Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the product’s plug. r/min. (RPM. This speed is not constant and decreases un- When using a power product at a considerable distance from der a load or with lower voltage.

  • Page 8: Glossary Of Terms

    GLOSSARY OF TERMS Anti-Kickback Pawls (radial arm and table saws) Non-Through Cuts A device which, when properly installed and maintained, Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend is designed to stop the workpiece from being kicked back completely through the thickness of the workpiece. toward the front of the saw during a ripping operation.

  • Page 9: Features

    FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Throat ................. 16 in. No Load Speed ......400-1,600 r/min. (SPM) Blade Length ..........5 in., pin or plain Net Weight ..............28 lbs. Input ........120 V, 60 Hz, AC Only, 1.2 A BLADE TENSION KNOB DROP FOOT SAWDUST LOCK KNOB BLOWER...

  • Page 10: Tools Needed

    FEATURES KNOW YOUR SCROLL SAW SAWDUST BLOWER See Figure 2. Keeps the line of cut on the workpiece clean for more ac- curate scroll cuts. For best results, always direct air flow at The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the blade and the workpiece.

  • Page 11: Loose Parts

    LOOSE PARTS • 3 mm T-Handle Hex Key • 4 mm Hex Key • Blade(s) • Plastic Tubing BLADE 4 mm HEX KEY PLASTIC TUBING 3 mm T-HANDLE HEX KEY Fig. 4 WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous and could cause serious personal injury.

  • Page 12: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY UNPACKING REDUCING NOISE AND VIBRATION This product requires assembly. You may wish to place a foam pad or piece of carpet between the saw base and the workbench to help reduce noise and  Carefully remove the product and any accessories from vibration.
  • Page 13 ASSEMBLY CLAMPING SCROLL SAW TO WORKBENCH See Figure 5. If the scroll saw is to be used in a portable application, it is recommended that you fasten it permanently to a mount- ing board that can easily be clamped to a workbench or other supporting surface.

  • Page 14: Setting The Table For Horizontal Or Bevel Cutting

    ASSEMBLY SQUARING THE SAW TABLE TO THE BLADE DROP FOOT ROD See Figure 7 - 8.  Loosen the drop foot lock knob and move drop foot rod all the way up. Retighten drop foot lock knob.  Loosen the table lock knob to tilt the saw table until it is approximately perpendicular or at right angle to the DROP DROP FOOT...

  • Page 15: Operation

    ASSEMBLY ADJUSTING BLADE TENSION BLADE TENSION KNOB See Figure 9.  Turning the blade tension knob counterclockwise decreases (or loosens) blade tension. DECREASE INCREASE  Turning the blade tension knob clockwise increases (or tightens) blade tension. NOTE: Adjustments to blade tension can be made at any time.

  • Page 16: Cutting Procedures

    OPERATION CUTTING PROCEDURES  There is a learning curve for each person who wants to use this saw. During that period of time it is expected that some blades will break until you learn how to use and adjust the saw. ...
  • Page 17 OPERATION INSTALLING AND REMOVING BLADES DROP FOOT LOCK See Figure 11. KNOB Scroll saw blades wear out quickly and must be replaced fre- quently for best cutting results. Expect to break some blades BLADE CLAMP while you learn to use and adjust the saw. Blades generally SCREW stay sharp for 1/2 hour to 2 hours of cutting, depending on the type of material and speed of operation.

  • Page 18: Blade Information

    OPERATION CHOICE OF BLADE AND SPEED The scroll saw accepts a wide variety of blade widths and thicknesses for cutting wood and other fibrous materials. The saw uses 5 in. long blades of either the pin end or the plain end style. The blade width and thickness and the number of teeth per inch to use are determined by the type of material and the size of the radius being cut.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    OPERATION SCROLL CUTTING For general type scroll cutting, follow the pattern lines by pushing and turning the workpiece at the same time. Do not try to turn the workpiece while engaged in the blade without pushing it – the workpiece could bind or twist the blade. DRILL HOLE INTERIOR SCROLL CUTTING See Figure 13.
  • Page 20 MAINTENANCE  Keep the saw clean.  After cleaning the table top initially, apply a thin coat of ARM BEARING automobile type (paste) wax to the table top so the wood slides easily while cutting.  Do not allow pitch to accumulate on the saw table. Clean with gum and pitch remover.

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Motor will not run. 1. Problem with ON-OFF switch, 1. Have worn parts replaced before using power cord, or outlet. scroll saw again. Have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. 2. Motor defective. 2. Do not attempt any repair. Have repaired by a qualified service technician.
  • Page 22 When ordering repair parts, always give the following information: SC164VS • MODEL NUMBER • SERIAL NUMBER Ryobi is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license. ® ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson, SC 29625 Phone 1-800-525-2579 www.ryobitools.com...

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