EN 61029-1:2009+A11 Type Scroll Saw Model AC405SS and conforms to the machinery example for which the EC Type-Examination Certificate No AM 50278793 has been issued by Wendeng Allwin Power Equipment Co., Ltd. Signed at: No. 18 Sichan Road, Wendeng, Shandong 264400 China and complies with the relevant essential health and safety requirements.
What’s Included Quantity Item Part Model Number AC405SS 405mm Scroll Saw Blade Guard Pinless Blade ‘T’ Handle Hex Key Instruction Manual General Note Please read the Instruction Manual prior to using your new also a detailed description of the parts of your scroll saw, which tool;...
Introduction The AC405SS variable speed (550-1,600/min) scroll saw comes 254mm) with a 406mm (16”) throat, tilts to 45° for bevel with a powerful DC motor and can easily cope with cutting a cutting. The saw accepts pinned or plain end blades. The clamps wide variety of materials up to 50mm deep.
Axminster Tool Centre for advice. The use of inferior blades may increase the risk of injury. Specification Code 105249 Model AC405SS Rating Craft Power 125W DC Motor 230V 50Hz 1Ph Throat Depth 406mm...
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Assembly Having unpacked your scroll saw and its accessories please dispose of any unwanted packaging properly. The cardboard packaging is biodegradable. PLEASE DISPOSE OF ANY UNWANTED PACKAGING PROPERLY. THE POLYTHENE , POLYSTYRENE AND CARD IS RECYCLABLE . Your scroll saw is fully assembled, except for the Blade Guard assembly (B) and the hose for the blower.
Mounting the Scroll Saw It is strongly recommended that you mount the machine NOTE: Fretsaw Stand Only. You may need to add a larger to a workbench or to a purpose built scroll saw stand. sub-table (MDF or Plywood plate) to give extra support A pad between the saw and the workbench/stand is also to larger models.
Illustration and Parts Description Blade tensioning knob Rocker arm bearing Drop foot clamping knob access ports Drop foot assembly Blade guard Air blower nozzle Table insert Cast iron chassis NVR switch & variable speed control 35mm Dust Side access panel extraction port Table clamping knob Air hose...
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Illustration and Parts Description NVR ON/OFF switch (A), Variable speed control (B) 0-45˚ Degrees scale & pointer 35mm dust extraction port (A), Table clamping star knob (B) Blade tensioning knob Air pump bellows Anti-kick back guide (A), Air blower nozzle (B), Upper blade holder cradle assembly (C)
Setup and Adjustment The scroll saw comes with the blade assembled. Please Setting the Table follow the instruction below on how to tension your saw. 1. Place an engineer’s square on the table and position it up-against the blade, making sure that the square is not in Tensioning the Blade contact with any of the teeth.
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Setup and Adjustment Setting the Anti-kick back guide Setting the Air Blower Nozzle Place your work on top of the work table and lower the Loosen the screw (A) holding the air blower nozzle and adjust anti-kick back guide by loosening the drop foot clamping knob. so its pointing towards the front of the blade, see fig 12-13.
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Operating Instructions Fig 14-15 DISCONNECT THE SCROLL SAW FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY! Fig 17 4. If you have finished using the scroll saw, clean above and below the work table and wipe the scroll saw over, see fig 17. 5. If the scroll saw is not going to be used for a period of time, use ‘Ambersil Dry PTFE Film Antistick’...
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Operating Instructions 4. The teeth on the blade will wear out sooner or later. The CONNECT THE SCROLL SAW blade must therefore be replaced often to obtain the best TO THE MAINS SUPPLY! cutting results. A blade will stay sharp for half an hour to 2 hours of continuous running, depending on the material 2.
Changing the Blade Standard Pin Blades DISCONNECT THE SCROLL SAW FROM THE MAINS BEFORE CONTINUING! 1. Turn the blade tensioning knob anti-clockwise to release tension on the blade and remove the table insert, see fig 21-22. Fig 21-22 lower blade holder 3.
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Changing the Blade 4. Clean both blade holders and remove any compacted crud 7. Make sure that the pins are seated correctly in both cradles before fitting a new blade. and nip up both blade holder caphead screws. Replace the table insert, see fig 31 and re-tension the blade as described 5.
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Changing the Blade Notes on Saw Blades BLADES BREAK FOR FIVE PRINCIPAL REASONS 1. Too much tension or too little tension on the blade. Blade holder slot 2. Overworking the blade by feeding the work piece too fast. 3. Twisting or bending the blade by feeding the work piece off-centre.
Maintenance Fig 39 DISCONNECT THE SCROLL SAW FROM THE MAINS BEFORE CONTINUING! Remove the Checking & Replacing the Motor Brushes motor brush After a period of time the scroll saws motor brushes are due to wear and may need replacing, please follow the instruction below for checking and replacing the brushes.
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Maintenance Rocker Arm Bearing Bushes WARNING! WEAR A DUST MASK After a period of use it is recommended to lightly oil the upper AND EYE PROTECTION. and lower rocker arm bearings, see fig 45-46-47. Cleaning Fig 45-46-47 1. Remove the scroll saws side access panel and table insert plate.
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Exploded Diagrams/Lists Description Specification Connection pressure plate Self tapping screw ST4.2 x 9.5 Philips screw M5 x 8 Small cushion Flat washer Hex cylindrical head screw M5 x 16 Side cover Pressure rod lock knob Hex nut, Type I Pressure rod Standard spring washer Philips screw M5 x 30...
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