Future Reference

MODEL NO.
1!3.23($180
SCROLL SAW
Variable Speed

Serial
Number
Model and ser;al number may be found
attached to the underside of the work-
table.

You should record both model and

serial numberin a safeplace for future
use.
16" VARIABLE
ELECTRONIC
FOR YOUR SCROLL SA
SAFETY: • assembly
READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS • operating
carefully. o repair parts

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Sotd by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, ILo 60584 U.S.A.

Par11'qo.SP5367
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materialor workmanship,
Searswillrepair

WARRANTY'SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER!DEPARTMENT

THROUGHOUT THE UN TED STATES

Thiswarranty applies only while this product is used in the United States,

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., DEPT. 698/731A Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684
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eneral safety instructions for power tools

1= KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL 10. USE RIGHT TOOL
Read and understand the owner's manual and Don't force tool or attachment to do a job it was
labels affixed tothe tool. Learn itsapplication and not designed for.
limitations as well as the specific potential haz-
ards peculiar to this tool. 11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL
DO not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or
2. GROUND ALL TOOLS jewelry (rings, wristwatches) to get caught in
ThiS tOolis equipped with an approved 3-conduc- moving parts. NONSLIP footwear is recom-
tor cord and a 3-prong grounding type plug to fit mended. Wear protective hair covering to con-
thepropergroundingtype receptacle. The green tain tong hair. Roll long sleeves above the elbow.
conductor in the COrd is the grounding wire.
Never connect the green wire to a live terminal. 12. USE SAFETY GOGGLES (Head Protection)
Wear safety goggles (must comply with ANSI
3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE Z87.1) at all times. Everyday eyeglasses only
- in working order, and in adjustment and align- have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety
ment. glasses'. Also, use face or dust mask if cutting
operation is dusty, and ear protectors (plugs or
4. REMOVEADJUSTING KEYS AN DWRENCHES muffS) during extended periods or operation,
Form a habit of checking to see tha_ keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from toolbefore 13. SECURE WORK
turning it on. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical.
It's safer than using your hands and frees both
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN hands to operate tool.
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
Floor must not be slippery due tOwax or sawdust. 14. DON'T OVERREACH
Keep proper tooting and balance at alt times.
6. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT
Don't use power tools in damp Orwet locations or 15. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE
expose thereto rain. Keepworkareawell lighted. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest
Provide adequate surrounding wo*rkspace. performance. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing blades, bits, cutters, etc.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY
All visitors should be kept a safe distance from 16. DISCONNECT TOOLS
work area. -before servicing; when changing accessories
such as blades, bits, cutter, etc.
8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF
- with padlocks, master switches, or by removing 17. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING
starter keys. Make sure switch is in "OFF" position before 3lug-
ging in power cord.
9.

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18. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ensure that itwill operate properly and perform its
Consult the owner's manual for recommended intended function. Check for alignment of mov-
accessories. Follow the instructionsthat accom- ing parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of
pany the accessories. The use of improper parts, mounting, and any other conditions that
accessories may cause hazards. may affect its operation. A guard or other part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or
19. NEVER STAND ON TOOL replaced.
Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if
the cutting tool is accidentally contacted. 21. DIRECTION OF FEED
Feed work into a blade or cutter against the
Do not store materials above or near the tool such direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
that it is necessary to stand on the tool to reach
them. 22. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAT-
TENDED
20. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS Turn power off. Don't leave tool until it comes to
Befo re further use oft he tool, a guard or other part a complete stop.
that is damaged should be carefully checked to

additional safety instructions for scroll saw

Safety is a combination of operator common sense and B. Do not cut pieces of material too small to hold by
alertness at all times when the scroll saw is being used. hand outside the blade guard/hold down.
C, Avoid awkward hand positions where a sudden
WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, DO NOT slip could cause a hand to roove into the blade.
ATTEMPT TO OPERATE YOUR SCROLL SAW UN- D. To avoid slips due to lifting of the work piece make
TIL IT IS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED AND IN- sure the blade teeth point downward toward the
STALLED ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS,.. table.
AND UNTIL YOU READ AND UNDERSTAND THE E. To avoid blade breakage always adjust blade
FOLLOWING. Page tension correctly.
F. To avoid losing control of the work piece or tool:
1. General Safety Instructions for Power Tools .... 2 1. When cutting a large piece of material make
sure it is fully supported at table height.
2. Assembly .............................................................. 7 2. Hold the work piece firmly against the table.
3. Do not feed the material too fast while cutting.
3. Basic Scroll Saw Operation .............................. 14 Only feed the material fast enough so that the
blade will cut.
4. Maintenance ....................................................... 16 4. Use caution when cutting off material which is
irregular in cross section and could pinch the
5. Stability of Machine. blade before the cut is completed. A piece of
Your scroll saw must be bolted securely to stand or molding, for example, must Iay flat on the table
work bench, In addition, if there is any tendency for and not be permitted to rock while being cut.
the scroll saw to move during certain operations, bolt 5. Use caution when cutting off round material
your scroll saw stand or workbench to the floor. such as dowel rods, or tubing. They have a
tendency to roll while being cut causing the
6, Location btadeto bite. Use a V-blockto controlthe piece.
To avoid fire or explosions, never use this tool where G. When backing the blade out of the workpiece, the
flammable vapors or gases are in the air. To avoid blade may bind in the kerr (cut).,. this is usually
injury from dropped unit, unplug saw before moving it. caused by sawdust clogging up the keri, If this
This scroll saw is intended for indoor use only. happens: Turn off the scroll saw,., remove plug
from power source outlet,., wedge open the kerr
7. Protection: Eyes, Hands, Face, Ears, Body •.. back the blade out of the workpiece.
A. To avoid being pulled into the blade: H. To avoid unsupervised work, use or accidents due
1. Roll long sleeves above elbows to inattention:
2. Do not wear: 1, Never leave the scroll saw work area with the
a. Gloves power on, before the machine has come to a
b. Jewelry complete stop.
c. Ties or other loose clothing 2. Do not perform layout, assemb!y or set up work
3. Tie back long hair on the tame while the cutting tool is in operation
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8, Should any part of this scroll saw bt
fail in any way, or any
perform properly, shut off and remove
plug from power supply outlet. Replace damaged,
missing, and/or failed parts before resuming opera-
tion. f

9. Think Safety.
Safety is a combination of operator common sense / FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY: \
and alertness wheneverthe scroll saw is in operation. Read and understand owner's
manuat before operating SCroll Saw.
B ALWAYS wear SAFETY GOGGLES
The operation of any power tool ca_ result in foreign
complyingwith ANSI Z87,1.
objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in o PROPERLY ADJUST HOLDDOWN,

severe eye damage. Always wear safety goggles = Hold workpiece down firmly,
o Turn sawoff and LOCK SWITCH
complying with ANSI Z87.1 (shown on Package) before before adjusting saw, changing
commencing power tool operation. Safety goggles are bladeor leaving area.
• When INSTALLING BLADE: Blade
available at Sears retail or catalog stores. teeth must point down, Tension
blade by turning knob clockwise
one full turn beyond take-up of
WARNING: ALWAYS KEEP ALERT. DO NOT AL- alack. Fol!ow ©omplnte installation

LOW FAMILIARITY (GAINED FROM FREQUENT USE and checking procedure in owner's

OF YOUR SCROLL SAW) TO CAUSE A CARELESS

MISTAKE. ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT A CARE-
60 Hz AC oaty, 1.2 empm EI_'_
LESS FRACTION OF A SECOND IS SUFFICIENTTO
INFLICT SEVERE INJURY,

electrical connections 3-PRONG PLUG

WARNING: TO AVOID ELECTRICAL HAZARDS, FIRE

HAZARDS, OR DAMAGE TO THE TOOL, USE
PROPER CIRCUIT PROTECTION. YOUR SAW IS
WIRED AT THE FACTORY FOR 120V OPERATION.
CON NECT TO A 120-V, 15-AMP, BRANCH CIRCUIT \
AND USE A 15-AMP FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER. GROUNDING PRONG
TO AVOID SHOCK OR FIRE, IF POWER CORD IS PROPERLY GROUNDED
WORN OR CUT, OR DAMAGED IN ANY WAY, HAVE 3-PRONG OUTLET
IT REPLACED IMMEDIATELY.

IF NOT PROPERLY GROUNDED THIS POWER TOOL

CAN CAUSE ELECTRICAL SHOCK- PARTICULARLY The ground conductor has a green jacket and is at-
WHEN USED IN DAMP LOCATIONS CLOSE TO tached to the tool housing at one end and to the ground
PLUMBING, IF AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK OCCURS prong in the attachment plug at the other end.
THERE IS ALSO THE POTENTIAL OF A SECON-
DARY HAZARD SUCH AS YOUR HANDS CONTACT- This plug requires a mating 3-conductor grounded type
ING THE SAWBLADE. NOT ALL OUTLETS ARE outlet as shown above.
PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE
THAT YOUR OUTLET IS PROPERLY GROUNDED, WARNING: TO MAINTAIN PROPERTOOLGROU hiD-
HAVE ITCHECKED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. INGWHENEVERTHE OUTLETYOU ARE PLANNING
TO USE FOR THIS POWER TOOL IS OF THE TWO
'(our unit has aptug that looks like the one shown. PRONG TYPE, DO NOT REMOVE OR ALTER THE
GROUNDING PRONG IN ANY MANNER. USE AN
ADAPTER AS SHOWN AND ALWAYS CONNECT
THE GROUNDING PRONG TO KNOWN GROUND.
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It is recommended that you have a qualified electrician a. MOTOR IS OVERLOADED - Overloading can
replace the two prong outlet with a properly grounded occur if you feed too rapidly.
three prong outlet.
b_ LOW VOLTAGE - Although the motor is designed
An adapter as shown is available forconnecting the plug for operation on the voltage and frequency speci-
to 2-prong receptacles. The green grounding lead fied on the motor nameplate, normal loads will be
extending from the adapter must be connected to a handled safely on voltages not. more than I0%
permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet above or below the nameplate voltage. Heavy
box. loads, however, require that voltage at motor ter-
GROUNDING LUG minals equals the voltage specified on nameplate.

scREw/ I I 5. Most motor troubles may be traced to loose or

\ I { ,iF AKEo.ETN,S
,s incorrect connections, overload, reduced input volt-
._ _,.,.,.. .... _; i f_ CONNECTED TO A
_-_n_,_ fLU',= ,_" [,_;-,_,1 KNOWN GROUND age (such as small size wire in the supply circuit) or to
\ t_"* - I!H]}
ovedy long supply circuit wire. Always check the
! RECEP AC.E connections, t he load and the supply circuit whenever
ADAPTER motor fails to perform satisfactorily. Check wire size
and length with the "Wire Size Chart" betow.
WARNING: THE ADAPTER ILLUSTRATED IS FOR
USF ONLY IF YOU ALREADY HAVE A PROPERLY
GROUNDED 2-PRONG RECEPTACLE,
WiRE SIZES
MOTOR SAFETY PROTECTION
The use of any extension cord will cause some toss of
1. This tool should be connected to a 120V, t5 amp power. To keep this to a minimum and to prevent
branch circuit with a 15 amp fuse or circuit breaker. overheating and motor burn-out, use the table below to
Failure to use the proper size fuse can result in determine the minimum wire size (A.W.G.) extension
damage to the motor. cord. Use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3-
prong grounding type plugs and 3-poIe receptacles
2. If the motor fails to start, control knob should be which accepts the tools plug.
pushed down to "OFF" position immediately. UN-
P LUG THE TOOL. Check the saw blade to make sure CAUTION: For circuits that are farther away from
it operates freely. If the blade is free, try to start the electrical service box, the wire size must be in-
motor again. If the motor still does not start, refer to creased proportionately in order to deliver ample
the "Motor Troubleshooting Chart." voltage to the saw motor.

3. If the motor suddenly stalls while cutting wood, turn Length of the 120 Volts Wire Sizes Required
the power switch off, unplug the tool, and free the Conductor (American Wire Gage Numbe0
blade from the wood. The motor may now be re-
st&rted and the cut finished. 0 - 25 Ft. 16
26 - 50 Ft. 14
4. Frequent "blowing" of fuses or tripping of circuit 51 - 100 Ft. 12
breakers may result if:
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glossary of terms for woodworking

1. Kerr- the slot cut by the blade 4. Blade Tooth Set - the distance that the edge of the
sawbtade tooth is bent (on set) outward from the side
2, Leading Edge - the edge of the workpiece which is of the blade.
pushed into the blade first.
5. Trailing Edge -the workpiece edge last cut by the
3. Sawblade Path -The area of the workpiece directly sawblade.
in line with and moving toward the sawblade edge.
6. Workplece -the item on which the culting operation
is being performed.

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 contents -.,
Warranty information ..... ;: .......:.._ ....... :........ .i," ,"_12
General Safety Instructions for Power Tools ...... ..2
Additlonal Safety Instruction for Scrol| Saws ....... 3
Electrical Information ...,..,..,.., ........... ;.i...... .......... 4
Glossary of Terms for Woodworking .... . ..... ...... ...5
Unpacking & Checking Contents ;........... .i............. 6
Assembly . o . , . :
Setting the Table for Horizontal or Recommended Accessories ................................. 16
Bevel Cutting _..................... _,..,...................... 7 Troubleshooting ..................................................... 17
Aligning the Bevel Indicator ........................ 8 Wiring Diagram ....................................................... 17
Mountlr_g the Scroll Saw .................................... ....9 Repair Parts ............................................................ 18
Removing and Installing Blades ........................... 10 Service lnformaUon ................................................ 20

unpack "n 4 and checking contents

TOOLS NEEDED

COMBINATION SQUARE MUST BE TRUE

STRAIGHT EDGE OF
BOARD 3/4*INCH THICK
(_ COMBINATION THIS EDGE MUST BE
PERFECTLY STRAIGHT
/
/
MEDIUM PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER

DRAW LIGHT
LINE ON BOARD
ALONG THIS
WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, NEVER

!
AND YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE L__
SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS.
SHOULD BE NO GAP OR OVERLAp HERE WHEN
SQUARE IS FLIPPED OVER IN DOTTED POSITION

Separate all parts from packaging mater als and check

each item with illustration and "Table of Loose Parts."
Make certain all items are accounted for before discard_
ing any packaging material.

CAUTION: To avoid Injury, if any parts are missing,

donot attempt to assemble the Scroll Saw, plug in
the power cord, or turn the switch on until the
missing parts are obtained and installed correctly.
Table of Loose Parts Qty.

1,16" Scroll Saw (Completely assembled ) ........... 1

2. Owner"s Manual ................................................ 1
3. Parts Bag containing: ......................................... 1 3

t Blade, 2 Hex "L" Wrenches, and 1 U-Shaped Bar

NOTE: Hardware to mount this scroll sawto a bench or

leg set is NOT supplied. See mounting instnJctions for

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 DO NOT LIFT SAW FRAME
BY THIS ARM {LIFT HERE)

BLADE HOLBER

BLADE

BEVEL

BEVEL LOCK

(LIFT HERE)

WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, NEVER 1. Lift the saw by the frame and base and place scroll
CONNECT PLUG TO POWER SOURCE OUTLET saw on work bench.
UNTIL ALL ASSEMBLY STEPS ARE COMPLETE,
AND YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE 2. Familiarize yourself with the controls and features of
SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL iNSTRUCTIONS. this scroll saw indicted in illustration.
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SETTING THE TABLE FOB HORIZONTAL

OR BEVEL CUTTING

1. The scroll saw work table can be tilted to the left for
bevel cutting up to 45 degrees from the 0 degree or
herizentaI cutting position.

2. A bevel scale is provided under the work table as a

convenient reference for setting the approximate
table angte for bevel cutting.

When greater precision is required, make trial cuts

and adjust the table as necessary for your require- SCALE

ments.

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 NDICATOR

and rnove the table

r or at aright
blade.

BEVEL LOCK
KNOB

3; Remove blade support and hold down by loosening

the screw in the front of the blade support with a hex
"L"wrench.

LOOSEN SCREW BLADE SUPPORT

AND HOLD DOWN
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CHECK FOR
SPACE BETWEEN
SQUARE AND

BEVEL LOC_

KNOB_

5. When the space between the square and the blade is

uniform, tighten the bevel lock knob. BLADE FLUSH
AGAINST SQUARE

The table shoutd now be approximatel y 90 degrees to

the blade.

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 6. Loosen the screw holding the bevel scale pointer and
adjust pointer to 0 degrees. Tighten screw.

Remember, the bevel scale is a convenient guide, but

should not be relied upon for precision. BEVEL SCALE POINTER SCREW

Reassemble the blade support and hold down.

Make trial cuts in scrap wood to determine if your

angle settings are correct. Adjust the table as re-
quired.

mounting the scroll saw to a bench

Your scroll saw must be bolted securely to stand or work
bench. In addition, ifthere is any tendency for the scroll
saw to move during certain operation, bolt your scroll
saw stand or workbench to the floor. SCROLL SAW BASE

1. Hardware to mount this saw to a workbench is NOT

supplied with the saw, However, we recommend the
hardware used be no smaller than the following.

Qu antity Description 1/2" FOAM PAD

(OPTIONAL)
Hex Head Screws, 1/4-20 x Length
|-I
as required
4 Flat Washers, 9/32" I,D, i !
4 Lockwashers, 9/32" 1.D. l_ WORKBENCH
t
8 Hex Nuts, 1/4-20 |

_jHAkE FLATWASHER
2. A soft foam pad to place between your scroll saw and
workbench is NOT supplied with the saw. However, OCKWASHER
we highly recommend the use of such a pad to reduce X NUT
noise and vibration. M NUT
HEX HEAD SCREW
Quantity Description

Soft foam pad such as carpet padding,

24" x 12" x 1/2"

Do NOT overtighten mounting bolts - leave some cush-

ion in the foam pad for absorbing noise and vibration.

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 removing andi nst ing binaries TENSION KNOB

"'U'SHAPED BAR
\
1. Unplug power cord from outlet.

2. Loosen tension on blade by turning tension knob

counterclockwise about four full turns. Loosen the
hex screw of blade holder and push it toward left di-
rection.

3. Support the blade holder by using the "U" shaped bar SCREW
provided in the darts bag,
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4. Slip one side of bar behind the holder while the other f
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side is placed through the hole provided in front of the J

blade holder.

LOOSEN LOWER
BLADE HOLDER
SCREW
5. Loosen the lower blade holder screw in the same way
you Ioosened the upper blade holder in Steps 2 & 3.

Remove blaae by pulling forward on blade and then

lifting the blade through the access hole in the table.

UPPER
6. Prior to installing blade, make sure the teeth of the BLADE HOLDER

blade point down.

Look at the lower blade holder closely, installthe new

blade through the access hole of the table into the
lower blade holder. With hex "L" wrench, lasten the
lower blade holder, but not completely tight. The_
install the U-shaped bar into the upper blade holder,
push the blade into the upper blade holder, and
tighten the screw of the upper blade holder. Using the

:.... holder again_ : Fina!ly

sametechnique tighten ipiace tension
the screw of theonlower
blade by
blade _'_
:i iurning tension knob €l_kwise after U_shaped bar

_ ___ HOLDER

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BLADE HOLID*OOWN FOOT

ADJf3ST[_G KNOB
,
Adjust the blade support by loosening the screw on
the top of blade support with a hex "L wrench, and
f
tighten the screw after adjusting.

Adjust the blade holder to the table by loosening the _ HOLD-DOWN FOOT

lockknob. Make sure the foot is positioned properly TO REST LIGHTLY

ON TOP OF
against the table, The hex screw (rear of hotd down WORKPIECE
foot) may be loosened to adjust hold down fool.
Retighten hex screw after adjustment is complete.
Adjust the blade holder to the height of workpiece by
adjusting the hold-down foot directly on top of work-
piece and tighten lock knob,

HOLD_DOWN
ADJUSTING
SCREW

ECCENTRIC
MECHANISM

8. Before plugging saw in, use your fingers to raise and

Iowerthe lower arm so the eccentric mechanism turns
at least one cycle to insure the blade is properly in-
stalled.
\
NOTE: Do not remove guard

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 BLADE HOLDER

2 i HOLD
BLADE

BEVE

3
BLADE HC

BEVEL

BEVEL LOCK KNOB

6
SPEED CONTROL KNOB
ON/OFF KNOB

1,TENSION KNOB - Tighte ningthe knob (clockwise) will 5. BEVEL SCALE - Shows degree btade is tilted for
_ncrease the tension on the blade. Loosening it bevel cutting.
(counterclockwise) wilt decrease the tension,
6 SPEED CONTROL / ON - OFF KNOB - For speed
2. HOLD DOWN & BLADE SUPPORT- Provides added control setting, refer to the "Choice of Blade and
control of workpiece and protection for operator and Speed" table, The On-Off Knob has a locking featu re.
supports blade, THIS FEATURE IS INTENDED TO HELP PREVENT
UNAUTHORIZED USE BY CHILDREN AND OTH-
3, BLADE HOLDERS - Retain and position the blade, ERS.

4. BEVEL LOCK KNOB - Loosening knob allows blade

and housing assembly to tilt up to 45° left for bevel
CUTS.

ON - OFF KNOB

1. To turn machine ON, place fingers on Speed Control

Knob and pull up.

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2. To turn machine OFF, control knob is pushed down.

NEVER LEAVE THE MACHINE UNATTENDED
UNTIL IT HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP.

The variable speed control may be adjusted to the

approximate speeds identified on the control panel.
Suggested speeds are identified below. Turn the
control knob clockwise ( _ ) to increase strokes
per minute and counterclockwise ( (-_ ) to reduce
the strokes per minute,

3. To lockknob in OFF position, install a padlock through

the post above the knob as illustrated, and lock the
padlock, (Padlock is not supplied with the saw.)
LOCKING POST

WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, ALWAYS

PUSH THE KNOB "OFF" WHEN MACHINE tS NOT
IN USE... ALSO... IN THE EVENT OF A POWER
FAILURE (ALL OF YOUR LIGHTS GO OUT) PUSH
KNOB OFF,,. "LOCKOUT" YOUR KNOB WITH A
PADLOCK AS SHOWN. THIS WILL PREVENT
THE MACHINE FROM STARTING UP AGAIN WHEN
THE POWER COMES BACK ON.
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CHOICE OF BLADE AND SPEED

The scroll saw accepts a wide variety of blade widths material and the size of the radius being cut, See the
and thicknesses+ The blade width and thickness and the following chart.
number of teeth per inch are determined by the type of

Speed
Teeth/Inch Width Thickness (Strokes!Mtn.) Material Cut

10 .110" .02O" C {1200- 1500) Poputar sizes for cutting hard a oft woods 3/16" upto 2".
Also ptastics, paper, felt, bone, etc.
15 ,110" .020" B (600 - 1200) Wood, plastic, extremely thin cuts on materials 3/32" to
1/2" thick.
18 095" _010" A (500 - 600) For tight radius work in thin m Lterials 3132" to "_18"wood
veneer, wood, bone, f;ber ivory, plaslic, etc.

As a general rule, always select the narrowest bIades recom-

mended for intricate curve cutting and widest blades for
straight and large curve cutting operation.

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 to iollow the wood grain as you
your scroll

• !. The saw does not cut wood by itself. You alJow the g. intended to cut wood or or material
saw to cut wood by guiding the wood into the blade as similar to wood only:
it moves,
10, When choosing a blade to use with your scroll saw,
2 The blade teeth cut wood ONLY on the down stroke, consider the following carefully.

3. 'You must guide the wood into the blade slowly be- Very fine, narrow blades should be used to scroll
cause the teeth of the blade are very small and they cut in thin wood 1/4" thick or less.
can only remove wood when they are on the down
stroke. To cut wood over 1/4" thick, use wider blades.

4. There is a learning curve lor each person who wants Most blade packages state the size or thickness
to use this saw. During that period of time, it is of wood which that bmadeis intended to cut, and
expected that some blades wilt break until you learn the radius size of curve, which can be cut with
how to use the saw and receive the greatest benefit that blade.
from the blades.
Wider blades can't cut curves as tight or small as
5 Best resufts are achieved when cutting wood less thinner blades.
than one inch thick.
Narrower blades work well only on thinner wood
6 When cutting wood thicker than one inch, the user material.
must guide the wood very, very slowly into the blade
and take extra care not to be nd or twist the blade while i1. This saw uses 5" long plain end type blades only.
cutting in order to maximize blade life. See your Sears Catalog or Retail Store for acces-
sop,,'blades.
7, Teeth on scroll saw blades wear out and as such must
be replaced frequently for best cutting results. Scroll 12. Blades wear faster when cutting plywood, which is
saw blades generally stay sharp for I/2 hour to 2 very abrasive; when sawing wood which is thicker
hours of cutting. than3!4" blade stroke; and when sawing hardwood,
or when side pressure is placed on the blade.
8i Toget ac_rate cuts, be prepared to compensate for
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MAKING INTERIOR SCROLL CUTS

1/4" HOLE IN
!. One of the features of this saw is that it can be used
WORKPIECE
to make sero(I cuts on the interior of a board without CENTERED OVER
breaking or cutting into t he outline or perimeter of the HOLE IN TABLE
board.

WARNING: TO AVOID INJURY FROM ACCIDEN-

TAL STARTING, ALWAYS PUSH CONTROL KNOB
"OFF" AND REMOVE PLUG FROM POWER
SOURCE OUTLET BEFORE REMOVING OR RE-
PLACEtNG THE BLADE.

: 2, To make intedor cuts in a board, remove the scroll saw

blade as explained in the Assembly Section. 5. Install blade through hole in board and adjust btade
tension.
a ii4t, h01e in the board you will use to make
6. When finished making the interior scroll cuts, simply
remove the blade from the blade holders, as de-
..... iin the scribed in the Assembly Section, and remove the
board form the table.
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MOUNTING AN AUXILIARy WORK TABLE

1. Four holes are provided in the work table so you can 4 FLAT HEAD
easily attach an auxiliary work surface to the saw if SCREWS
1 COUNTERSINK THE AREA AROUND
your needs require. .EAGH HOLE SO SCREW HEAD WILL
/NO'!r G_T IN YOUR WAY AND AUXILIARY
iSLI_FACE WILL BE SMOOTH,
2. Mounting an auxiliary table can allow you to build a
t_oPTtONAL AUXILIARY WORK SURFACE
larger support area to suit your project, and could 3-(31 BE MADE BY SAW USER
render a smoother work surface, as your needs
require and an auxiliary surface can give you more ___oL _----t, ,
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support close tO the blade for special cutting needs
like very small or detailed projects. / _'=_"---4 FLAT WASHERS
4 MOUNTING _='_='_'"-4 LOci<WASHERS

HOLES
TABLE IN
- TYPICAL _-4 14E_ NUTS
WARNING: TO AVOID TOOL TIPPING OR SUP-
PORT FAILURE, AUXILIARY WORK SURFACE
SH OULD NOT EXCEED 24" X 12" X 1/4" AND SAW
MUST BE FASTENED TO A WORKBENCH,

At least a 1/4" hole will be needed inthe auxiliary surface

to insert blades,

DRILL the hole for the blade first. Then MARK location
of other holes.

HARDWARE (not supplied) - recommended to mount

auxiliary surface to saw worktable.

Quantity Description

4 Flat Head Screws #8-32 x 1

4 Flat Washers #8
4 Lockwashers #8
4 Hex Nuts #8-32

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GENERAL

An occasional coat of paste wax on the work table wilt

allow the wood being cut to glide smoothly across
work surface.

MOTOR

if the power cord is worn, cut or damaged in any way, METHOD OF OILING BEARINGS
have it replaced immediately.
1. Turn saw on its side.
Do not attempt to oil the motor bearings or service the
motor internal pads. 2. Squid a generous amount of SAE 20 oil around the
shaft end and bronze bearing.
ARM BEARINGS
3. Let the oil soak in overnight in this position.
Lubricate the arm bearings after 10 hours of use. Re-oil
after every 50 hours of use or whenever there is a 4. Ne×tday repeat the above procedure for the opposite
squeak coming from the bearings, side of the saw,

recommends the following

accessories
Item Sears may recommend other accessories not listed in
Blades: See catalog for 5" long; plain end type the manual. See your nearest Sears store or Catalog
blades department for other accessories.
Medium radius cuts in wood up to 1-1/2"
Dc not use any accessory unless you have received and
Fine radius cuts in wood up to 1/4" thick read complete instructionsfor its use.

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troubUeshooting
WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PUSH CONTROL KNOB "OFF" AND REMOVE PLUG FROM POWER
SOURCE OUTLET BEFORE TROUBLSHOOTING YOUR SCROLL SAW.

PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY SUGGESTED

Breaking blades. 1. Wrong tension. 1. Adjust blade tension.

2. Over working blade. 2. Reduce feed rate.
3, Wrong blade application. 3. Use narrow blades for cutting thin wood, wide
biades for thicker wood,
4. Twisting blade in wood. 4. Avoid side pressure on blade.
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Motor wilt not run, 1. Defective cord or plug. 1. Replace defective parts before using saw again.
2, Defective motor or 24 Consult Sears Service. Any attempt to repair this
control board. control board or motor may create a HAZARD
unless repair is done by a qualified service tech-
nician. Repair service is available at your nearest
Sears Store.

Vibration 1. Improper mounting of t, See mounting instructionsin this manual

NOTE: There will al- saw, for proper mounting technique.
ways be some vibra- 2. Unsuitable mounting 2. The heavier your work bench is, the less
tion present when surface. vibration wilt occur. A plywood workbench
the saw is running will not be as good a work surface as the
because of the same size solid lumber. Use common
reciprocating blade sense in choosing a mounting surface.
and arms, 3. Loose table, 3. Tighten table lock knob.
4. Loose motor mounting. 4. Tighten motor mounting screws.

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WARNING: TO AVOID ELECTOCUTION OR FIRE,
REPAIR ELECTRICALS ONLY WITH RECOM-
MENDED SERVICE PARTS, AND REASSEMBLE
EXACTLY AS ORIGINALLY RECEIVED WHEN NEW. CIRCUIT

_SULATED
QUICK
CONNECTS

BLACK LEAD
WHITE LEAD

CIRCUL'_ BOARD CONNEC_Q©NS

BOTTOM '_qEW

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 !6 tNGH SCROLL SAW
VARIABLE SPEED
ELECTRONIC
SERVtCE Now that you have purchased your Scroll Saw,
should a need ever exist for repair parts or service,
simply contact any Sears Service Center and most
Sears, Roebuck and Co. stores. Be sure to provide
all pertinent facts when you call or visit.

MODEL NO, The model number of your Scroll Saw wilt be found
attached to the underside of the worktable.
113.236 ! 80
SCROLL SAW
Variable Speed

HOW TO ORDER WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS

REPAIR PARTS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

PART NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION

MODEL NUMBER NAME OF ITEM

113.238180 16 inch Scroll Saw
Variable Speed
Electronic

All parts listed may be ordered from any Sears

Service Center and most Sears stores. If the parts
you need are not stocked locally, your order will be
electronically transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts
Distribution Center for handling.

Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AN[} CO., Chicago, IL. 60684 U.S.A.

Part No. SP5367 Form No. SP5367-3 Printed in Taiwan lO/92
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