WEN 3920 Use and Care Manual
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1. YOU IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAM AGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OF PROFITS ARISING FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT SOME STATES IN THE U S AND SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CON SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN THE U S PROVINCE TO PROVINCE IN CANADA AND FROM COUNTRY TO COUNTRY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO PORTABLE ELECTRIC TOOLS BENCH POW ER TOOLS OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT AND PNEUMATIC TOOLS SOLD WITHIN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA CANADA AND THE COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE WITHIN OTHER COUNTRIES CONTACT THE WEN CUSTOMER SUP PORT LINE2. of the switch Just pry off the switch lock with your fingernails to prevent accidental operation WARNING To avoid injury from accidental start ups always turn the switch OFF and unplug the scroll saw before moving the tool replacing the blade or making adjustments FREEHAND CUTTING Fig 17 FIGURE 17 1 Lay out desired design or secure design to the work piece 2 Raise the blade guard foot 1 by loosening the height adjustment knob 2 3 Position the work piece against the blade and place the blade guard foot against the top surface of the work piece 4 Secure the blade guard foot 1 by tightening the height adjustment knob 2 5 Remove the work piece from the blade prior to turning the scroll saw ON CAUTION In order to avoid uncontrollable lifting of the work piece and to reduce blade breakage do not turn the switch on while the work piece is against the blade 6 Slowly feed the work piece into the blade by guiding and pressing the work piece down against the table CAUTION Do not force the leading edge of the work piece into the blade The blade will deflect reduc ing accuracy of cut and may break 7 When the cut is complete move the trailing edge of the work piece beyond the blade guard foot Turn the switch OFF 16 OPERATION ANGLE CUTTING BEVELING Fig 18 1 Layout or secure design to work piece FIGURE 18 2 Move the blade guard foot to the highest po sition by l
3. outlet in stalled by a licensed electrician ELECTRICAL INFORMATION IMPROPER CONNECTION of the equipment grounding conductor can result in electric shock The conductor with the green insulation with or without yellow stripes 1s the equipment grounding conductor If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary DO NOT connect the equipment ground ing conductor to a live terminal CHECK with a licensed electrician or service personnel if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions or whether the tool 1s properly grounded USE ONLY THREE WIRE EXTENSION CORDS that have three pronged plugs and outlets that ac cept the tool s plug as shown m Fig A Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately CAUTION In all cases make certain the outlet in question 1s properly grounded If you are not sure have a licensed electrician check the outlet WARNING This tool is for indoor use only Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations Guidelines for using extension cords 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 An undersized cord will cause a drop in line volt age resulting in loss of power and overheating The table below shows the correct size to be used according to cord length and nameplate ampere rating When in doubt use a heavier cord The smaller the gauge nu
4. sure to turn OFF the switch and unplug the power cord from the electric outlet before chang ing the blade performing maintenance or making adjustments Make sure the switch is OFF before plugging m the power cord to an electric outlet 8 To avoid injury from a fire hazard do not operate the scroll saw near flammable liquids vapors or gases 9 To avoid back injury Obtain help when raising the scroll saw more than 10 inches 25 4 cm Bend your knees when lifting the scroll saw Carry the scroll saw by its base Do not move the scroll saw by pulling on the power cord Pulling on the power cord could cause damage to the insulation or the wire connections resulting in electric shock or fire SPECIFIC RULES FOR THE SCROLL SAW 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 Be sure the scroll saw cannot move when operated Secure the scroll saw to a workbench or table with wood screws or bolts washers and nuts 2 Before moving the scroll saw unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet 3 To avoid injury from kickback Hold the work piece firmly against the tabletop Do not feed the work piece too fast while cutting Only feed the work piece at the rate the saw will cut Install the blade with the teeth pointing downward Do not start the saw with the work piece p
5. that distance 3 Clamp the straight edge to the table 4 Recheck your measurements using the work piece to be cut and make sure the straight edge is secure 5 Position the work piece against the blade and place the blade guard foot against the top surface of the work piece 6 Secure the blade guard foot in place by tightening the height adjustment knob 7 Remove the work piece from the blade prior to turning the scroll saw ON CAUTION In order to avoid uncontrollable lifting of the work piece and reduce blade breakage do not turn the switch on while the work piece is against the blade 8 Position the work piece against the straight edge prior to touching the leading edge of the work piece against the blade 9 Slowly feed the work piece into the blade guiding the work piece against the straight edge and pressing the work piece down against the table CAUTION Do not force the leading edge of the work piece into the blade The blade will deflect reducing the accuracy of the cut and may even break 10 When the cut is complete move the trailing edge of the work piece beyond the blade guard foot Turn the switch OFF 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
6. the power cord 1s worn out or damaged in any way replace it immediately Do not attempt to oil the motor bearings or service the motor s internal parts LUBRICATION Fig 21 Lubricate the arm bearings after every 50 hours of use 1 Turn the saw on its side and FIGURE 21 remove the cover 2 Squirt a generous amount of SAE 20 oil lightweight motor oil sold separately around the shaft and bearing 3 Let the oil soak in overnight 4 Repeat the above procedure for the opposite side of the saw BLADES To maximize the life of your scroll saw blades 1 Do not bend blades when installing 2 Always set proper blade tension 3 Use the right blade see instructions on replacement blade packaging for proper use 4 Feed the work correctly into the blade 5 Use thin blades for intricate cutting CAUTION Any and all servicing should be performed by a qualified service center 19 20 EXPLODED VIEW amp PARTS LIST EXPLODED VIEW amp PARTS LIST Item DESCRIPTION _ Qty l 90223 001 SCREW ST4 2X9 5 2 90223 002 POWER CORD 3 90223 003 SPRING WASHER 6 4 90223 004 NUT M6 5 90223 005 SCREW M5X10 6 90223 006 PLATE COVER 7 90223 007 SPRING WASHER 8 8 90223 008 SCREW M8X25 9 90223 009 BASE 10 90223 010 SCREW M6X16 lla 90223 01la HOUSING LEFT 11b 90223 011b HOUSING RIGHT I 12 90223 012 13 90223 013 14 90223 014 15 90223 015 16 90223 016 17 90223 017 18 9
7. use 4 Feed the work correctly into the blade 5 Use thin blades for intricate cutting CAUTION Any and all servicing should be performed by a qualified service center 13 14 ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS BLADE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Fig 13 to 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 They pro vide faster cutting on a variety of materials Note When installing pin end blades the slot on the blade holder must be slightly wider than the thickness of the blade After the blade 1s installed the blade tension mechanism will keep it in place 1 To remove the blade loosen the tension on it by lifting up and turning the blade tension lever 1 counterclock WISE 2 Remove the table insert Carefully pry up on the table insert to remove 3 Loosen the upper blade holder knob 2 and lower blade holder knob 8 Push down on the upper blade holder to remove the blade from the holder Remove the blade from the lower blade holder CAUTION Install the blade with the teeth pointing down ward 4 To install the blade hook the blade m the recess of the lower blade holder 5 While pushing down on the upper blade holder insert the blade into the slot of the holder 6 Tighten the upper and low
8. 0223 018 19 90223 019 20 90223 020 21 90223 021 22 90223 022 23 90223 023 24 90223 024 25 90223 025 26 90223 026 27 90223 027 28 90223 028 29 90223 029 30 90223 030 31 90223 031 52 90223 032 33 90223 033 34 90223 034 35 90223 035 SUPPORT TABLE INDICATOR SCREW M6X12 BRACKET SPRING WASHER 5 SPRING FLAT WASHER 6 BOLT M6X40 SPRING BOLT TENSION ROCKER ARM ASSY SPRING WASHER 4 BOLT M4X10 BEARING FLANGE SCREW M5X 6 SCREW M6X25 RETAINER NUT M5 NUT M5 BOLT M5X20 BEARING 625 2Z WASHER LINK ASSEMBLY ALLEN WRENCH 4 36 90223 036 37 90223 037 38 90223 038 39 90223 039 40 90223 040 42 90223 042 43 90223 043 44 90223 044 45 90223 045 CORD CLAMP BLADE HOLDER BOLT M5X25 FLAT WASHER 4 PLATE CHIP BOLT M4X16 TABLE INSERT KNOB BLADE ltem Stock DESCRIPTION __ Qty_ 60 90223 060 SCREW M8X8 1 61 90223 061 SCREW ST42X8 6 66 90223 066 SCREW M5X30 3 68 90223 068 KNOB Jil 69 90223 069 BEARING FENCE 1 74 90223 074 SCREW ST4 2X13 6 80 90223 080 SCREW M5X8 5 SPEED 82 90223 082 CONTROLLER l 86 90223 086 BLADE STORAGE 1 89 90223 089 LIGHT BASE 1 90 90223 090 LIGHT ASSEMBLY 1 Zi 22 LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY WEN Products is committed to building tools that are dependable for years Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN CONSUMER POWER TOOLS PRODUCTS
9. FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES LLC Seller warrants to the original purchaser only that all WEN con sumer power tools will be free from defects im material or workmanship for a period of two 2 years from date of purchase Ninety days for all WEN products if the tool is used for professional use SELLER S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Limited Warranty and to the extent permitted by law any warranty or condition implied by law shall be the repair or replacement of parts without charge which are defective in material or workmanship and which have not been misused care lessly handled or misrepaired by persons other than Seller or Authorized Service Center To make a claim under this Limited Warranty you must return the complete power tool product transportation prepaid to Great Lakes Technologies LLC 1675 Holmes Road Elgin IL 60123 with a copy of the original receipt which is legible and clearly defines Date of Purchase including month and year and Place of Purchase THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ACCESSORY ITEMS SUCH AS CIRCULAR SAW BLADES DRILL BITS ROUTER BITS JIGSAW BLADES SANDING BELTS GRINDING WHEELS AND OTHER RELATED ITEMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO TWO 2 YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE SOME STATES IN THE U S SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT AL LOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITA TION MAY NOT APPLY TO
10. MOVE ADJUSTMENT TOOLS Always make sure all adjustment tools are removed from the saw before turning it on 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 GENERAL SAFETY RULES 14 NEVER STAND ON A TOOL Serious injury could result 1f the tool tips or 1s accidentally hit DO NOT store anything above or near the tool 15 DO NOT OVERREACH Keep proper footing and balance at all times Wear oil resistant rubber soled footwear Keep the floor clear of oil scrap and other debris 16 MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY ALWAYS keep tools clean and m good working order Follow in structions for lubricating and changing accessories 17 CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS Check for alignment of moving parts jamming breakage improper mounting or any other conditions that may affect the tool s operation Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced before use 18 MAKE THE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF Use padlocks and master switches and ALWAYS remove starter keys 19 DO NOT operate the tool if you are under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication that may affect your ability to properly use the tool 20 USE SAFETY GOGGLES AT ALL TIMES that comply with ANSI 287 1 Normal safety glasses only have impact resistant lenses and are not designed for safety Wear a face or dust mask when working in a dusty environment Use ear protection such as plug
11. Model 3920 bit ly wenvideo NEED HELP CONTACT US 4 Have product questions Need technical support D e CH Please feel free to contact us at amp 800 232 1195 m samspm osn ed NS techsupport wenproducts com L WENPRODUCTS COM TABLE OF CONTENTS Technical OAc ineera ceed oweenweaeetaneneeaeeees diaz 2 Genel Saloi Rules 664 ooo io TES oWoGOdi Sadat di 3 Specie Satety Rules For Scroll Saw 244005 056404600040 000 5 UIEGGKALINI ORAL wtaecsen pes aoee been teas een dseees 6 Know Your Scroll 51 s e44seecun WSSE dee eecunes ves 8 Assemb and ACUSIMICOlS 2454480760s psec seus seeceeoes 9 ODERANGH 6 tices E E E E 15 h CE a a E E E E E E E E TY 19 Exploded View and Parts List sssssscssccccccocsssee 20 WV OIG E ow ness ee wae eon o se 4 be sen eee bases 29 TECHNICAL DATA Model Number 3920 Motor 120 V 60 Hz 1 2 A Speed 400 to 1600 SPM Throat Depth 16 Blade 5 pinned X pinless Blade Stroke 9 16 Cutting Capacity 2 at 90 Table tilt 0 to 45 left Overall dimensions 26 3 8 by 13 by 14 3 8 Weight 33 lb GENERAL SAFETY RULES Safety 1s a combination of common sense staying alert and knowing how your item works SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To avoid mistakes and serious injury do not plug in your tool until the following steps have been read and understood 1 READ and become familiar with this entire instruction manual LEARN the tool s applications
12. e 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 startups turn switch OFF and remove the plug from the power source outlet before making any adjustments FIGURE I INCLUDES Fig 1 A Scroll saw with attached light B Extra pin blade C Wrench FIGURE 2 STORAGE AREA Fig 2 A convenient storage location for the hex key and extra blade can be found beneath the saw s table ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS Prior to making adjustments mount the scroll saw on FIGURE 3 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 1 Remove the blade guard foot 1 using the hex key 2 to loosen the screw 2 Loosen the table bevel lock knob 3 and move the table untl it is approximately at a right angle to the blade 3 Loosen the locking nut 5 on the table adjusting screw 6 under the table by turning it counter clock wise Lower the table adjusting screw by turning it clockwise 4 Use a combination square 7 to set the table ex actly 90 to the blade 8 If there 1s space between the square and blade adjust the table angle until the space 1s closed 5 Lock the table bevel lock knob under the table 3 to p
13. er blade holder screws 7 Move the blade tension lever down and turn the blade tension lever 1 clockwise untl you feel the slack in the blade removed Make sure the blade is properly located m the blade holders Turn the blade tension knob an addition al full clockwise turn his amount of blade pressure should do well for most cutting operations 8 Snap the table insert back into place 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 Allow the saw to cut the material by guiding the work piece into the blade as it cuts 2 The blade teeth cut material ONLY on the down stroke 3 Guide the wood into the blade slowly because the teeth of the blade are very small and remove wood only on the down stroke 4 There is a learning curve for each person using this saw During that period of time it 1s expected that some blades will break until you learn how to use the saw 5 Best results are achieved when cutting wood one inch thick or less 6 When cutting wood thicker than one inch guide the wood very very slowly into the blade and take extra care not to bend or twist the blade while cutting in order t
14. f 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 curve cutting and the widest blades for straight and large curve cutting operations The following table represents suggestions for various materials Use this table as an example but with practice personal pref erence will be the best selection method When choosing a blade use very fine narrow blades to scroll cut in thin wood 1 4 thick or less Use wider blades for thicker materials but this will 9 5 15 15 28 30 48 reduce the ability to cut tight curves A smaller blade width can cut circles with smaller diameters Note Thinner blades will have more possibilities for blade deflection when cutting angles are not perpendicular to the table TEETH PER BLADE INCH BLADE WIDTH THICKNESS BLADE SPM MATERIAL CUT Medium turns on 10 to 15 JI 0187 500 to 1200 SPM 1 4 to 1 3 4 wood soft metal hardwood Small turns on 1 8 15 to 28 055 to 11 01 to 018 800 to 1700 SPM to 1 1 2 wood soft metal hardwood Non ferrous metals O24 to 041 7 O12 to 019 hardwoods using very slow speeds BLADE CARE To maximize the life of your scroll saw blades 1 Do not bend blades when installing 2 Always set proper blade tension 3 Use the right blade see instruction on replacement blade packaging for proper
15. from the saw could injure people standing sitting or walking behind it Secure the saw on a firm level surface where the saw cannot rock Make sure there 1s adequate room for handling and properly supporting the work piece Blade guard foot adjustment Fig 7 and 8 When cutting at angles the blade guard foot should be adjusted so it 1s parallel to the table and rests flat above the work piece 1 To adjust loosen the screw 2 tilt the foot 1 so it 1s parallel to the table and tighten the screw 2 Loosen the height adjustment knob to raise or lower the foot until it just rests on top of the work piece Tighten the knob 11 12 ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS FIGURE 9 ADJUSTING THE DUST BLOWER Fig 9 For best results the dust blower tube 1 should be adjusted to direct air at both the blade and the work piece FIGURE 10 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 If excessive sawdust buildup occurs inside the base use a wet dry vacuum cleaner or manually re move sawdust by removing the screws 2 and metal plate on the left side of the saw Reattach the metal plate and screws before starting the saw This will keep your saw cutting efficiently ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS BLADE SELECTION Fig 12 Fig 12 This scroll saw accepts 5 length pin end and pinless blades with a wide variety o
16. limitations and possible hazards 2 AVOID DANGEROUS CONDITIONS Do not use power tools in wet or damp areas or expose them to rain Keep work areas well lit 3 DO NOT use power tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gases 4 ALWAYS keep your work area clean uncluttered and well lit DO NOT work on floor surfaces that are slippery with sawdust or wax 5 KEEP BYSTANDERS AT A SAFE DISTANCE from the work area especially when the tool 1s operating NEVER allow children or pets near the tool 6 DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL to do a job for which it was not designed 7 DRESS FOR SAFETY Do not wear loose clothing gloves neckties or jewelry rings watches etc when operating the tool Inappropriate clothing and items can get caught in moving parts and draw you in ALWAYS wear non slip footwear and tie back long hair 8 WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK to fight the dust produced by sawing operations WARNING Dust generated from certain materials can be hazardous to your health Always operate the tool in a well ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal Use dust collection systems whenever possible 9 ALWAYS remove the power cord plug from the electrical outlet when making adjustments changing parts cleaning or working on the tool 10 KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN WORKING ORDER 11 AVOID ACCIDENTAL START UPS Make sure the power switch 1s in the OFF position before plugging in the power cord 12 RE
17. mber the heavier the cord REQUIRED GAUGE FOR EX TENSION CORD AMPERAGE QU GAUGE FO SION CORDS 100 ft 150 ft Make sure your extension cord 1s properly wired and in good condition Always replace a damaged exten sion cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it Protect your extension cords from sharp objects excessive heat and damp wet areas Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools This circuit must not be less than a 12 wire and should be protected with a 15 A time delayed fuse Before connecting the motor to the power line make sure the switch 1s in the OFF position and the electric current 1s rated the same as the current stamped on the motor nameplate Running at a lower voltage will damage the motor WARNING This tool must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock KNOW YOUR SCROLL SAW gt A Blade Tension Knob Motor B Dust Cover C Rubber Bear ng Covers E Sawdust Blower F Storage Area G Base H Bevel Scale and Pointer I Table Bevel Lock Knob J Lower Blade Holder K Blade Guard Foot L Blade Guard Foot Lock Knob M LED Light N Upper Blade Holder O Table Insert P Sawdust Collection Port Q g2 HE T O O Z O 0 O S Table Adjusting Screw ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS UNPACKING Carefully unpack the scroll saw and all of its parts Compare them against the list below Do not discard th
18. o maximize blade life 7 Teeth on scroll saw blades wear out and the blades must be replaced frequently for best cutting re sults Scroll saw blades generally stay sharp for 1 2 hour to 2 hours of cutting 8 To get accurate cuts be prepared to compensate for the blade s tendency to follow the wood grain 9 This scroll saw is primarily designed to cut wood or wood products For cutting precious and non ferrous metals the variable control switch must be set at very slow speeds 10 When choosing a blade use very fine narrow blades to scroll cut in thin wood 1 4 thick or less Use wider blades for thicker materials This however will reduce the ability to cut tight curves 11 Blades wear down faster when cutting plywood or very abrasive particle board Angle cutting in hard woods also wears blades down faster 15 OPERATION ON OFF amp SPEED CONTROL SWITCH Fig 16 Always wait for the saw to come to a complete stop FIGURE 16 before restarting 1 To turn the saw on flip the ON OFF switch to ON 2 When first starting the saw it 1s best to move the speed control knob 1 to the middle speed position 2 Adjust the blade speed to the desired setting between 400 to 1600 strokes per minute SPM Turning the control knob clockwise increases speed turning it counterclockwise reduces speed 3 To turn the saw off flip the ON OFF switch back to OFF 2 in Note You can lock the scroll saw by removing the tip
19. oosening the height adjustment knob 1 Retighten 3 Tilt the table to the desired angle by loosen ing the table bevel lock handle 2 Move the table to the proper angle using the degree scale and the pointer 3 4 Tighten the table bevel lock handle 2 5 Loosen the blade guard screw and tilt the blade guard to the same angle as the table Re tighten the blade guard screw 6 Position the work piece on the right side of the blade Lower the blade guard foot against the surface by loosening the height adjustment knob Retighten 7 Follow steps 5 to 7 under Freehand cut ting FIGURE 19 INTERIOR CUTTING Fig 19 1 Lay out the design on the work piece Drill a 1 4 hole in the work piece 2 Remove the blade See Blade removal and installation 3 Place the work piece on the saw table with the hole in the work piece over the ac cess hole in the table 4 Install a blade through the hole m the work piece 5 Follow steps 3 7 under Freehand cutting 6 When finished making the interior scroll cuts simply turn the scroll saw OFF Unplug the saw before removing the blade from the blade holder Remove the work piece from the table 17 18 OPERATION RIP OR STRAIGHT LINE CUTTING Fig 20 1 Raise the blade guard foot 1 by loosening the FIGURE 20 height adjustment knob 2 2 Measure from the tip of the blade to the desired distance Position the straight edge parallel to the blade at
20. ressing against the blade Slowly feed the work piece into the moving blade Use caution when cutting round or irregularly shaped work pieces Round items will roll and irregularly shaped work pieces can pinch the blade A Fo avoid injury when operating the scroll saw Obtain advice from a qualified person if you re not thoroughly familiar with the operation of scroll saws Before starting the saw make sure the blade tension is correct Recheck and adjust tension as needed Make sure the table 1s locked into position before starting the saw Do not use dull or bent blades When cutting a large work piece make sure the material is supported at the table height Turn the saw OFF and unplug the power cord if the blade jams m the work piece This condi tion 1s usually caused by sawdust clogging the line you are cutting Wedge open the work piece and back out the blade after turning off and unplugging the machine ELECTRICAL INFORMATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN grounding provides the path of least resistance for an electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock This tool 1s 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 1s properly installed and grounded m accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED If it will not fit the outlet have the proper
21. revent movement 6 Tighten the adjusting screw under the table until the tip of the screw touches the table Tighten the lock nut 7 Loosen the screw 4 holding the bevel scale point er and position pointer to 0 Tighten the screw 8 Attach the blade guard foot 1 using the hex key 2 so the foot rests flat against the table Tighten the screw Note Avoid setting the edge of the table against the top of the motor This can cause excess noise when the saw is running ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS BENCH MOUNTING THE SAW Fig 7 8 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 m one location permanently secure it to the work surface using wood screws if mounting to wood Use bolts washers and nuts if mounting into metal To reduce noise and vibration install a soft foam pad not supplied between the scroll saw and the workbench Note mounting hardware not included WARNING to reduce the risk of injury When carrying the saw hold it close to your t id injury t k B body to avoid injury to your bac end your FIGURE 7 knees when lifting the saw Carry the saw by the base Do not carry the saw by the power cord j 7 J J s oy A gt A a l l Secure the saw in a position where people can not stand sit or walk behind it Debris thrown
22. s or muffs during extended periods of operation SPECIFIC RULES FOR THE SCROLL SAW WARNING Do not operate the scroll saw until it is assembled and adjusted Do not operate the scroll saw until you have read and understood both the following instructions and the warn ing labels on the scroll saw BEFORE OPERATING 1 Check for both proper assembly and proper alignment of moving parts 2 Understand the function and proper use of the ON OFF switch 3 Know the condition of the scroll saw If any part is missing bent or does not operate properly replace the component before attempting to operate the scroll saw 4 Determine the type of work you are going to be doing Properly protect your body including your eyes hands face and ears 5 To avoid injury caused by pieces thrown from accessories use only recommended accessories designed for this saw Follow the instructions supplied with the accessory The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury 6 To avoid contact with rotating equipment Do not put your fingers in a position where they risk contacting the blade if the work piece unexpectedly shifts or your hand unexpectedly slips Do not cut a work piece too small to be held safely Do not reach under the scroll saw table when the motor 1s running Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Roll long sleeves above the elbow Tie back long hair 7 To avoid injury from accidental startups of the scroll saw Make
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