Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 13" (330mm) Scroll Saw, designed for use by both professional and DIY enthusiast. Before operating this machine, please read this leaflet thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to the Scroll Saw giving you long and satisfactory service.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR OPERATING MACHINERY WARNING: As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with their operation and use. Exercising respect and caution will considerably lessen the risk of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, injury to the operator may result. READ and BECOME FAMILIAR with the entire operating manual.
18. Be sure to use the correct blade size and type. 19. Use ONLY approved replacement saw blades. Contact your local CLARKE dealer for advice. The use of inferior blades may increase the risk of injury.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Connect the mains lead to a standard, 230 Volt (50Hz) electrical supply through an approved 13 amp BS 1363 plug, or a suitably fused isolator switch. WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Green &...
INSTALLATION Plan your installation. Ensure adequate space is available, with good lighting and ventilation, and an adequate electrical supply is close at hand. 1. MOUNTING YOUR SAW Your Scroll Saw is provided with 4 mounting holes, and it is strongly recommended that you mount the machine on a solid surface.
4.BLADE INSTALLATION / RENEWAL Before installing or removing blades, turn OFF the saw and disconnect it from the supply. Remove the blade as described in ‘Blade Holder Alignment’, above. NOTE: Whilst the blade is out of the housings, look at the blade housings closely. You will observe that the blade slots and pin recesses are made so you can position the blade for cutting from the front, or from the side (see fig.
SCROLL SAW OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS The scroll saw’s unique ability is cutting intricate curves which other saws cannot do. A scroll saw can also be used for straight line cutting such as cross cuts, ripping and bevels, The following is a list of points to remember when using a Scroll Saw. The saw does not cut wood by itself.
PARTS & SERVICE FAX - 0181 558 3622 Please note that the details and specifications contained herein, are correct at the time of going to print. However, CLARKE International reserve the right to change specifications at any time without prior notice.
1. Defective cord, plug or outlet. 1. Unplug saw, replace defective parts. 2. Defective motor. 2.Repairs MUST be made by a qualified technician. Call Clarke Service dept. for advice. Excessive Vibration 1. Improper mounting of saw. 1. See proper mounting instr (p5) (Some vibration is 2.
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