Operator's Manual i CRRFTSMRN'J SCROLL SAW Model No. 137.216200 1/9 HP (Max. Developed) Pin-end or Plain-end Blade 400-1600S.RM. CAUTION: Before using this Scroll Saw, read this manual and follow • • Safety Instructions Installation all its Safety Rules and Operating Instructions • • • Operation Maintenance Parts List Customer Help 1-800-843-1682 Sears, Roebuck and Co.
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GENERAL SAFETY 12.ALWAYSWEAR EYE PROTECTION. Any scrollsaw can throw foreignobjectsinto the eyes and could cause permanent eye damage. ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles (not glasses) that comply with ANSI Safety standardZ87.1. Everydayeyeglasses have only impact-rosistancelenses. They ARE NOT safety glasses.Safety Goggles are availableat Sears. NOTE: Glasses or gogglesnot in compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could cause serious injurywhen they break.
25.DUST GENERATED from certain materialscan be hazardous to your health. Always operate the saw in well-ventilatedarea and providefor properdust removal. Use dust collectionsystemswhenever possible. SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SCROLL SAWS 12.TO PREVENT INJURIES, avoid awkward handor finger positions,where a sudden slip couldcause a handto move intothe blade when operatingthe saw. 13.HOLD WORKPIECE FIRMLY againstthe scrollsaw table top. 14.NEVER CUT MATERIAL that is too small to be held safely. FOR 15.
This tool is intendedfor use on a circuitthat has a receptaclelike the one illustratedin FIGURE A. FIGURE A showsa 3-prong electricalplug and receptaclethat has a groundingconductor.If a proper groundedreceptacle is not available, an adapter (FIGURE B) can be used to temporarilyconnectthis plug to a 2-contact groundedreceptacle. The temporary adaptershouldbe used onlyuntila properlygrounded receptacle can be installedby a qualified technician.
AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES • • UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS • To avoid injury,do not attempt to modify this toolor any accessoriesnot recommended for use with this tool.Any such alteration or modificationis misuse and could result in a hazardous conditionleadingto possibleserious injury. Use onlyaccessories available from Sears for this scrollsaw. Followinstructionsthat accompany accessories. Use of improper accessoriesmay cause hazards.
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WOODWORKING TERMS (FIG. A) SCROLL SAW TERMS KERF - The slot cut by the blade. BEVEL SCALE- Represents the degree of table angle, from 0"to45", when the table is tilted for bevel cutting. BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY LEADING EDGE - The front edge of the workpiece which is pushed intothe blade. - Guards the blade arid keeps SAW BLADE PATH- Area or line of sightof the workpiece moving in line towardthe saw blade edge. your workpiece from rising. Helps protect fingers from blade contact.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS This scrollsaw comes completely assembledfrom the factory except for the leg set. To avoid injury,make sure all parts are assembled and adjusted properlybefore pluggingintoa power source outletor turningthis saw ON. MOUNTING SAW TO STAND (FIG. B) 1. To mountyour scrollsaw to the stand,positionthe leg stand on a firm, level surface. 2. Matchingthe holes in the scrollsaw base with the holes in the leg stand, place the scrollsaw on the stand. 3.
PLAIN-END BLADE REMOVAL (FIG. F, G, H, I) 1.To remove the blade (1), first loosenthe bladetension by liftingthe quick release tension lever (2) locatedon the saw's bladearm (3). (Fig, F) BLADE STORAGE (FIG. D) The bladestorage (1) is located under the table. Pull out the blade storage (1) to open. The blade storage convenientlystores your hex wrenches, and bothPin and Plainend blades. Fig. F Fig. D 2. Loosen the upper blade holder (4) by turning the quick release knob (5) counterclockwise(Fig. G).
4.Remove theblade(1),from PIN-END BLADE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Fig. I To preventpersonalinjury, always turnthe saw OFF and disconnectthe plug from sourcebefore changingblades or makingadjustments. the upper (4) and lower blade holders(8) by pullingforward and liftingthe blade throughthe access hole (10) in the table (11). (Fig. I) 2 Pin-end type blades are thicker for stability and for faster assembly. These blades are required for faster cutting of material 3/4" thickness or greater.
PIN-END BLADE INSTALLATION ( FIG. L,M ) CAUTION: In order to avoid uncontrollableliftingof the workpiece, the teeth of the blade shouldalwayspoint downward. BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENT (FIG. N) When cuttingat angles, the bladeguard assembly(1) shouldbe adjustedso it is parallelto the table and rests fiat above the workpiece. 1. Install the blade (1) by insertingone end of itthrough the access hole (6) or throat plate in the table.
BLADE SELECTION (FIG. P) VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL ONIOFF SWITCH P_kVlVhl ;]_qLr_q_ To avoid injuryfrom accidental starting,alwaysturn the switch"OFF" and unplugthe scroll saw before moving, replacingthe blade, or making adjustments. For yourown safety,always push the controlknobOFF when the scrollsaw is not in use. Also, in the case of powerfailure pushthe knob OFF. Remove the plugfrom the power sourceoutletto avoidaccidentalstarting.
RECOMMENDATIONS FORCUTTING 1, FREEHAND CUTTING (FIG. S) When feeding the workpiece intothe blade do not force the leadingedge of the workpieceintothe blade because the blade will deflect, reducingthe accuracy of cut and possiblybreakingthe blade. Allow the saw to cut material by guidingthe workpiece intothe blade as it cuts. To avoidinjuryfrom an accidentalstart, make Sure the switch is in the OFF position and the plug is not connected to the powe( sourceouUet. 1.
ANGLE cu'n'ING(FIG.T) RIPORSTRAIGHT LINECUTTING (FIG.U) Toavoidinjuryfrom an accidental starting,make sure the switchis in the OFF positionand the plug is not connectedto the power source outletbefore moving, replacingthe blade or making adjustments. To avoid injuryfrom an accidentalstarting,make sure the switchis in the OFF positionand the plug is not connectedto the powersource outletbefore moving, replacingthe blade or making adjustments. 1.Lay out or secure design to workpiece (1).
INTERIOR CUTTING (FIG. V) .... 1. Lay out the design on the workpiece (I). Drilla I/4" hole in the workpiece. P_Wkvlv/_,W d _11_ [_ 2. Release the tension knob (2), and remove the blade (3). Refer to BLADE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION. For yourown safety,turn the switchOFF and removethe plug from the power source before maintainingor lubricatingyour saw. 3. Place the workpiece on the saw table with the workpiece hole over the access hole(4) in the table.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE To avoid injuryfrom accidental starting,alwaysturn switchOFF and unplugthe scrollsaw before moving, replacingthe blade or making adjustments. Contact your Sears Service Center if for any reasonthe motorwillnot run. PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Breakingblades 1. Wrong tension. 2. Overworkingblades. 3. Wrong blade application. 4. Twistingblade in wood. 1.Adjust bladetension. 2. Reducefeed rate. 3. Use narrowblade. 4. Avoid side pressure on blade. Motor will not run. 1.
" SCROLL SAW MODEL NO. 137.216200 When servicinguse only CRAFTSMAN replacement parts. Use of nay other parts may create a HAZARD or cause productdamage. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on thisscroll saw may create a HAZARD unlessrepair is done bya qualifiedservice technician. Repair service is available at yournearest Sears Service Center, ORDER ONLY BY MODEL NUMBER AND PART NUMBER Key Pad No. Der.
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