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Carbatec SS-400C Manual

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  • Page 1 Variable Speed Scroll S aw S S - 4 0 0 C / S S - 5 3 0 C M A N U A L CA RBAT E C .C OM .AU...
  • Page 2 Carbatec to keep you woodworking, as promised. We look forward to sharing in your woodworking journey! If you have any questions about our products or service, please call us on 1800 658 111 or email us at info@carbatec.com.au Find us on social media facebook.com/Carbatec instagram.com/Carbatec...

  • Page 3: What's In The Box

    SS-400C / SS-530C WELCOME WHAT’S IN THE BOX The following items are provided in the shipping box: SS-400C / SS-530C SPEED SCROLL SAW Scroll saw Screwdriver Power cord (attached) Hex driver Blade pack 3 mm Allen key Assembly screws and nuts...
  • Page 4 SS-400C / SS-530C IMPORTANT DUST COLLECTION: All woodworking machines require effective dust extraction to ensure quality work and longevity of the machine itself. Failure to connect your machine to a suitable dust collector may affect your warranty. The collector required for your machine...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Changes and improvements may be made at any time, with no obligation on the part of Carbatec to modify previously delivered units. Reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information in this manual is correct, to provide you with the guidelines for the proper safety, assembly and operation of this machine.

  • Page 6: Safety Instructions - General

    Australian/New Zealand Standards to ensure their compliance with all mandatory standards and regulations (applicable at time of original sale). Carbatec Pty Ltd are registered as a responsible supplier with relevant Australian government departments and our products are registered on the EESS & ACMA database.

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions - Electrical

    SS-400C / SS-530C SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL SAFETY Operating a power tool can be dangerous if READ this entire manual. LEARN how to use safety and common sense are ignored. The the tool for its intended applications. operator must be familiar with the operation of this machine.
  • Page 8 SS-400C / SS-530C GENERAL SAFETY WEAR PROPER CLOTHING. NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, UNATTENDED. Turn the power switch to the or jewellery. These items can get caught in “OFF” position. Do not leave the tool until it the machine during operations and pull the has come to a complete stop.
  • Page 9 SS-400C / SS-530C SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SECURE ALL WORK. Use clamps or jigs to USE A PROPER EXTENSION CORD IN GOOD secure the work piece. This is safer than CONDITION. Use of extension cords should attempting to hold the work piece with be avoided where possible.
  • Page 10 SS-400C / SS-530C SPECIFIC SCROLL SAW SAFETY NOTE: According to the applicable product liability law the manufacturer of this device is not liable for damages which arise on or in connection with this The device and packaging materials are not...
  • Page 11 SS-400C / SS-530C SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY FOR SCROLL SAWS • The use of incorrect or damaged mains • This scroll saw is intended for use in dry cables can lead to injuries caused by conditions, and for indoor use only.
  • Page 12 SS-400C / SS-530C ELECTRICAL SAFETY CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN or service personnel if you do not completely This tool must be grounded while in use to understand the grounding instructions, or if you protect the operator from electric shock. IN THE are not sure the tool is properly grounded.

  • Page 13: Overview

    SS-400C / SS-530C OVERVIEW OVERVIEW SPEED SCROLL SAW OVERVIEW ON/OFF Switch Angle adjustment scale Variable blade speed control knob Angle indicator Upper arm Head tilt handle Tensioner Head tilt locking lever Motor Dust port NVR Power isolating switch & Power...

  • Page 14: Specifications

    SS-400C / SS-530C SPECIFICATIONS CODE SS-400C SS-530C BRAND Carbatec Carbatec Left/Right Tilting Left/Right Tilting MODEL Head Scroll Saw Head Scroll Saw RATING Commercial Commercial 230 V / 50 Hz 230 V / 50 Hz POWER Reg. 10A Plug Reg. 10A Plug MOTOR 150 W (1/5 HP)
  • Page 15 SS-400C / SS-530C ASSEMBLY MOUNTING TO WORK SURFACE MOUNTING TO A WORK Fig. A1 BENCH OR STAND NOTE: It is strongly recommended that you mount the machine to a workbench or to a purpose built stand. A pad between the scroll saw and the workbench/stand is also recommended to reduce vibration.

  • Page 16: Assembly

    SS-400C / SS-530C NVR SWITCH ASSEMBLY Fig. B1 A power NVR switch has been attached to isolate the scroll saw while not in use. The green light indicates mains power is connected and switched on. Plug the unit in to mains power, turn on then press the green button (A) to put power to the scroll saw.
  • Page 17 SS-400C / SS-530C INSTALLING BLADES CHOOSING A SAW BLADE CHOOSING AND INSTALLING A SAW BLADE Blade selection is dependent on the type and thickness of the material being cut, but is also a matter of experience and personal preference. There are...
  • Page 18 SS-400C / SS-530C SKIP TOOTH BLADE WIDTH THICKNESS TEETH / INCH # 2/0 .022 .010 .024 .011 Regular evenly spaced tooth pattern. .029 .012 Considered the most common of scroll saw .035 .015 blades, they are available in the widest range of sizes ans provide a good combination of .038...
  • Page 19 SS-400C / SS-530C CHANGING BLADES CHANGING BLADES INSTALLING OR CHANGING Fig. D1 SAW BLADES TENSIONED LOOSE Always turn off and unplug the machine before removing, handling or changing blades. To remove an installed, worn or broken blade: Flip the blade tension lever forward position 1.
  • Page 20 SS-400C / SS-530C HELPFUL HINTS ON BLADE TENSION Determining correct blade tension is somewhat subjective. It is learned through experience and is dependent on personal preference. A properly tensioned blade will last longer and be much less likely to break prematurely.
  • Page 21 SS-400C / SS-530C OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Blade speed selection is subjective and is dependent on a variety of factors: type and thickness of material being cut, type of blade being used, feed rate, required finish quality as well as experience, personal preference and comfort level of the user.
  • Page 22 SS-400C / SS-530C ADJUSTING OSCILLATION Fig. J1 (FRONT TO BACK) Place a 90° square up-against the back AGAINST BACK OF BL ADE of the blade. The blade movement can be set between course and fine for different cutting tasks. This can be adjusted by rotating the motor within its mounts.

  • Page 23: Operation

    SS-400C / SS-530C OPERATION BLADE HOLDER ALIGNMENT TOP & BOTTOM BLADE Fig. K1 HOLDER ALIGNMENT If the blade is out of alignment please follow the AGAINST SIDE OF BL ADE procedure below for adjusting the top and bottom blade holders: Place a 90°...
  • Page 24 SS-400C / SS-530C GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS A scroll saw is fundamentally a curve cutting tool Switch off the saw and remove the mains supply but which can also carry out straight and angled plug before installing saw blades in order to edge cuts.
  • Page 25 SS-400C / SS-530C OPERATION ANGLE OR BEVEL CUTTING ANGLE OR BEVEL CUTTING Fig. N1 One of the unique features of these two model scroll saws is the ability to tilt the head of the saw in order to make angle or bevel cuts. The table...

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    SS-400C / SS-530C MAINTENANCE & SERVICING HANDLING DO NOT LIFT BY THE UPPER ARM LIFTING POINT LIFTING POINT MAINTENANCE Fig. P1 • Always release tension on the blade when the saw is not in use. Fig. P1 TENSION • Clean the saw regularly with a soft bristle...
  • Page 27 SS-400C / SS-530C SQUARING THE BLADE TO Fig. Q1 THE TABLE Depending on frequency of use and how much the tilting mechanism is used, normal wear will over time cause the trunnion or blade to come slightly BL ADE OUT OF ALIGNMENT out of alignment with the table.
  • Page 28 SS-400C / SS-530C UPPER ARM TENSION Fig. Q1 ADJUSTMENT Over time and with normal wear, the upper arm tension will require adjustment to hold the arm in TENSION SCREW the raised position. LOCK NUT To adjust the upper arm tension: •...

  • Page 29: Wiring Diagram

    SS-400C / SS-530C WIRING DIAGRAM Wiring Diagram C A RBATE C.C OM.AU...
  • Page 30 SS-400C / SS-530C PARTS DIAGRAM - A Variable Speed Scroll Saw SS-400C / SS-530C F O R TEC H N I CA L SU P PO R T C A L L 1 8 00 658 11 1...

  • Page 31: Parts Diagrams

    SS-400C / SS-530C PARTS DIAGRAM PARTS LIST - A DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION PART PART PART PART PART PART REF. REF. REF. Main Body 21" model Allen Screw #10-32x2-1/4” Motor Control Set Suit 21” (x4) Main Body 16" model Screw 3/8”x5/8”...
  • Page 32 SS-400C / SS-530C PARTS DIAGRAM – B VariableSpeed Scroll Saw SS-400C / SS-530C F O R TEC H N I CA L SU P PO R T C A L L 1 8 00 658 11 1...
  • Page 33 SS-400C / SS-530C PARTS DIAGRAM PARTS LIST – B DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION PART PART PART PART REF. REF. Detent Plunger Trunnion (x2) Tilt Handle Side Panel Suit 21" model (x2) Washer 1/4"x16X3 Side Panel Suit 16" model (x2) Blade Tilt Locking Lever Side Panel Suit 30"...
  • Page 34 SS-400C / SS-530C PARTS DIAGRAM – C Variable Speed Scroll Saw SS-400C / SS-530C F O R TEC H N I CA L SU P PO R T C A L L 1 8 00 658 11 1...
  • Page 35 SS-400C / SS-530C PARTS DIAGRAM PARTS LIST – C DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION PART PART PART PART PART PART REF. REF. REF. Balance Block C30C Bearing Inner Sleeve Suit 21" C46A Upper Blade Tension Assembly 6.03x37mm (x2) Suit 21" Set Screw M6*6...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    SS-400C / SS-530C TROUBLESHOOTING TO PREVENT INJURY TO YOURSELF or damage to the Scroll Saw, turn the switch to the “OFF” position and unplug the power cord from the electrical receptacle before making any adjustments. PROBLEM SOLUTION(S) LIKELY CAUSE(S) Saw blades break.

  • Page 37: Warranty

    1. a copy of the order or receipt for the goods; 2. the serial or batch number printed on the A. We warrant that this Carbatec product will be free machinery manufacturing plate; and from defects caused by faulty workmanship or faulty materials for a period of 3 years from date of sale.

  • Page 38: Replacement Blades

    Scroll Saw blades available, outperforming and outlasting competition in testing. Carbatec are proud to offer these blades to the Australian market. competition in testing. Carbatec are proud to offer these blades to the Australian market.
  • Page 39 Pegas are blade manufacturing specialists from Switzerland. Their products are recognised by professionals and individuals alike as the best Scroll Saw blades available, outperforming and outlasting competition in testing. Carbatec are proud to offer these blades to the Australian market. ●...
  • Page 40 C a r b at e c P t y L td E info@carbatec.com.au AU 1800 658 111 NZ 0800 444 329 128 Ingleston Road, Wakerley, Queensland Australia 4154 ABN 84 010 706 242 CA R BATEC .C O M .AU...

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