General safety rules Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how the scroll saw works. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING: To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, do not plug in the saw until the following steps have been read and understood. 1.
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General safety rules (continued) 13. NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL UNATTENDED. Turn the power switch to OFF. Do not leave the tool until it has come to a complete stop. 14. NEVER STAND ON A TOOL. Serious injury could result if the tool tips or is accidentally hit.
Specific safety rules for the scroll saw WARNING: Do not operate the scroll saw until it is assembled, and you have read and understood the following instructions and the warning labels on the scroll saw. Before operating 1. Check for proper assembly and proper alignment of moving parts. 2.
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Specific safety rules for the scroll saw (continued) When operating the scroll saw 1. To avoid injury from unexpected scroll saw movement: • Use the scroll saw on a firm level surface with adequate space for handling and supporting the work piece. •...
Electrical information Grounding Instructions IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, grounding provides the path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug MUST be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances.
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Electrical information (continued) Guidelines for using extension cords WARNING: This tool is for indoor use only. Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw.
Assembly and adjustments Unpacking (Fig. 1) Carefully unpack the scroll saw and all its parts, and compare against the list below. Do not discard the carton or any packaging until the scroll saw is completely assembled. CAUTION: do not lift the saw by the arm that holds the blade. the saw will be damaged. WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental starting, turn switch OFF and remove plug from power source outlet before making any adjustments.
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Assembly and adjustments (continued) Assembly instructions No assembly required. Prior to making adjustments you may want to mount the scroll saw on a stable surface. See Bench mounting the saw. Adjustments Align the bevel indicator (Fig. 3-6) The bevel indicator has been factory adjusted. It should be rechecked prior to use for best operation.
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Assembly and adjustments (continued) Bench mounting the saw Before operating the saw, it must be firmly mounted to a workbench or another rigid frame. Use the base of the saw to mark and pre-drill the mounting holes. If the saw is to be used in one location, permanently secure it to the work surface using wood screws if mounting to wood.
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Assembly and adjustments (continued) Adjusting the dust blower (Fig. 9) For best results, the dust blower tube (1, Fig. 9) should be adjusted to direct air at both the blade and the work piece. Sawdust collection port (Fig. 10 and 11) This scroll saw allows a hose or vacuum accessory (not provided) to be connected to the dust chute (1, Fig.
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Assembly and adjustments (continued) Blade selection (Fig. 12) This scroll saw accepts 5" length pin end and pinless blades, with a wide variety of blade thicknesses and widths. The type of material and intricacies of cutting operations will determine the number of teeth per inch. Always select the narrowest blades for intricate (tight radius and curves) curve cutting and the widest blades for straight and large curve cutting operations.
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Assembly and adjustments (continued) Blade removal and installation (Fig. 13-15) WARNING: To prevent personal injury, always turn saw OFF and disconnect the plug from the power source before changing blades or making adjustments. This saw uses pin-end and pinless blades. Pin-end blades are thicker for stability and for faster assembly.
Operation Recommendations for cutting A scroll saw is basically a curve-cutting machine. It can also be used for straight cutting and beveling or angle cutting operations. Please read and understand the following items before attempting to use the saw. 1. When feeding the work piece into the blade do not force it against the blade. This could cause blade deflection.
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Operation (continued) ON/OFF and speed control switch (Fig. 16) Always wait for the saw to come to a complete stop before restarting. 1. To turn the saw on, pull out the control knob (1, Fig. 16). When first starting the saw, it is best to move the control knob to the middle speed position.
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Operation (continued) Angle cutting (bevel cutting) (Fig. 18) 1. Layout or secure design to work piece. 2. Move the blade guard foot to the highest position by loosening the height adjustment knob (1, Fig. 18). Retighten. 3. Tilt the table to the desired angle by loosening the table bevel lock handle (2, Fig.
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Operation (continued) Rip or straight line cutting (Fig. 20) 1. Raise the blade guard foot (1, Fig. 20) by loosening the height adjustment knob (2, Fig. 20). 2. Measure from the tip of the blade to the desired distance. Position the straight edge parallel to the blade at that distance.
Maintenance WARNING: Always turn the switch OFF and unplug the power cord from the outlet before maintaining or lubricating the scroll saw. To ensure that the wood glides smoothly across the work surface, periodically apply a coat of paste wax (sold separately) to the surface of the worktable. If the power cord is worn out or damaged in any way, replace it immediately.
Warranty PERFORMAX™ 16” SCROLL SAW WARRANTY 30-DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: This brand power tool carries our 30-Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are not PERFORMAX™ completely satisfied with your brand power tool for any reason within thirty (30) PERFORMAX™ days from the date of purchase, return the tool with your original receipt to any...
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