OPERATOR'S MANUAL 16 in. (406 mm) Scroll Saw Model SC155VS ˚ 45 30˚ 15˚ SPECIFICATIONS: Throat 16 in. (406 mm) Blade Length 5 in. (127 mm) plain or pin Motor Rating 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC No Load Speed Amperes Net Weight 400 – 1550 Strokes Per Minute 1.2 Amperes 32 lbs. (14 kg.) THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI SCROLL SAW. Your new scroll saw has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety.
TABLE OF CONTENTS ■ Table of Contents ........................................................................................................................................................ 2 ■ Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................. 2 ■ Rules For Safe Operation ...........................................................................................................
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures. SYMBOL MEANING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates danger, warning or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ■ USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. 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 voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 16 is recommended for an extension cord 100 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ■ BEFORE MAKING A CUT, BE SURE ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE SECURE. ■ BEFORE CHANGING THE SETUP, REMOVING COVERS, GUARDS OR BLADE, UNPLUG THE SAW. ■ DO NOT FEED THE MATERIAL TOO QUICKLY while cutting. Do not force the workpiece against the blade. ■ NEVER CUT MORE THAN ONE WORKPIECE AT A TIME. If making a stacked cut, all of the pieces must be secured to each other with masking tape or double stick tape to make one workpiece. Do not put more than one workpiece on the saw table at a time.
ELECTRICAL EXTENSION CORDS Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug. When using a power tool at a considerable distance from the power source, use an extension cord heavy enough to carry the current that the tool will draw. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of power and causing the motor to overheat.
GLOSSARY OF TERMS FOR WOODWORKING Bevel Cut A cutting operation made with the table at any angle other than 90˚ to the blade. Crosscut A cutting or shaping operation made across the grain of the workpiece. Compound Cut A compound cut is a cut made using a miter angle and a bevel angle at the same time. Freehand (for scroll saw) Performing a cut without the workpiece being guided by a fence or miter gage. Work must be supported by the table. Gum A sticky, sap based residue from wood products.
UNPACKING CAUTION: WARNING: To prevent accidental starting or electrical shock that could cause possible serious personal injury, assemble all parts to your saw before connecting it to power supply. Saw should never be connected to power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, lubricating, installing or removing blades, cleaning, or when not in use. ■ Carefully lift saw from the carton and place it on a level work surface.
FEATURES This versatile variable speed scroll saw is great for making toys, puzzles, games, artwork, and jewelry. It is a handy doit-yourself tool. It cuts wood, wood composition products, plastic, and other fibrous material up to 2 inches thick. It also cuts nonferrous metals (aluminum, brass, copper). KNOW YOUR SCROLL SAW Before attempting to use your saw, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements of your scroll saw. See Figures 3 and 4.
FEATURES SAW TABLE BEVEL SCALE Your scroll saw has an aluminum saw table that provides a working surface to support your workpiece. The bevel scale and indicator are located on the front of the saw for easy viewing. They show the angle of the table. TABLE LOCK LEVER Allows you to tilt the table and lock it at the desired angle up to 45 degrees. ASSEMBLY Your 16 in. scroll saw was fully assembled at the factory. Before operating this tool, it is important to check all alignments and settings.
ASSEMBLY CLAMPING SCROLL SAW TO WORKBENCH See Figure 6. 45 ˚ If the scroll saw is to be used in a portable application, we recommend that you fasten it permanently to a mounting board that can easily be clamped to a workbench or other supporting surface. The mounting board should be of sufficient size to avoid tipping of saw while in use. ■ Mount saw to board using holes in frame as a template for hole pattern or the diagram in Figure 5. Locate and mark the holes where scroll saw is to be mounted.
ADJUSTMENTS SQUARING TABLE TO THE BLADE See Figures 8 and 9. ■ Loosen the hold down foot lock lever and move hold down rod all the way up. Tighten lever. ■ Loosen the table lock lever and move the table until it is approximately perpendicular, or at right angle to the blade. ■ Place a small square on the table next to the blade to check if the table is 90 degrees to the blade. If adjustment is needed, raise or lower the table until table is 90 degrees to the blade and securely tighten the table lock lever.
ADJUSTMENTS tension may be performed using the tension adjusting knob (inner, smaller knob) at any time, while the blade is under tension or not. LOWER BLADE HOLDER FOR PIN END BLADES BLADE KNOB PIN END BLADE (FOR USE WITH PLAIN END BLADES ONLY) Plain End Blades See Figures 12 – 15. ■ Turn off and unplug the saw from outlet. WARNING: BLADE CLAMP CHAMFER To avoid injury from accidental starting, always turn off and unplug the saw before installing, removing, or replacing the blade.
ADJUSTMENTS ■ ■ ■ ■ Tighten the hold down foot lock lever. Position blade and securely tighten upper blade knob. Remove blade changing rod. Turn the quick release knob to the right or clockwise to tension the blade. ■ Turn the tension adjusting knob to the right, clockwise or to the left, counterclockwise until the blade is in desired tension. UPPER BLADE HOLDER FOR PLAIN END BLADES CHAMFER BLADE KNOB BLADE CLAMP ADJUSTING BLADE TENSION PLAIN END BLADE See Figures 16 and 17.
OPERATION This scroll saw is designed to cut wood, wood composition products, plastic, and nonferrous metals (aluminum, brass, copper). GENERAL OPERATION Please read and understand the following items concerning your scroll saw before attempting to use the saw. ■ There is a learning curve for each person who wants to use this saw. During that period of time it is expected that some blades will break until you learn how to use and adjust the saw.
OPERATION LOCK OFF POST See Figure 19. To prevent unauthorized use of your scroll saw, we suggest that you disconnect it from the power supply and lock the knob in the OFF position. A padlock with a 3/16 in. shackle should be used. When the lock is installed and locked, as illustrated, the switch is inoperable. Store the padlock key in another location. ■ To lock saw in the OFF position, install a padlock through the lock off post beside the knob as illustrated and lock the padlock.
OPERATION STACK CUTTING See Figure 21. After becoming well acquainted with your saw through practice and experience, you may wish to try stack cutting. Stack cutting may be used when several identical shapes need to be cut. Several pieces of wood may be stacked on top and secured to each other before cutting. The wood pieces may be joined together by placing double sided tape between each piece or by wrapping masking tape around the corners or ends of the stacked wood.
OPERATION • Properly support round material such as dowel rods. They have a tendency to roll during a cut, causing the blade to "bite." To avoid this, always use a "v" block. • Clear everything except the workpiece and related support devices off the table before plugging into power and turning the saw on. ■ PLAN THE WAY YOU WILL HOLD THE WORKPIECE FROM START TO FINISH. Do not hand hold pieces so small that your fingers will go under the work hold-down.
MAINTENANCE ■ Reassemble using new brush assembly. Make sure curvature of brush matches curvature of motor and that brush moves freely in brush tube. Use the blunt end of something thin (eraser end of pencil, etc.) to push the brush into the tube until it stays. ■ Make sure brush cap is oriented correctly (straight) and replace. ■ Tighten brush cap using a hand powered screwdriver only. Do not overtighten. ■ Repeat for other brush.
RYOBI 16 in.
RYOBI 16 in. SCROLL SAW – MODEL NUMBER SC155VS The model number will be found on a plate attached to the base. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your SCROLL SAW or when ordering repair parts. SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE A Page 21 Key Part No. Number Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Flat Washer (M5) ..................................................... 1 Clamp ......................
RYOBI 16 in.
RYOBI 16 in. SCROLL SAW – MODEL NUMBER SC155VS The model number will be found on a plate attached to the base. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your SCROLL SAW or when ordering repair parts. SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS PARTS LIST FOR FIGURE B Key Part No. Number Description Quan. Page 23 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 102039004 105015009 190030500 979766001 168041001 981365001 981369001 300305015 Incl w/#8 Table Screw ..............................................
OPERATOR'S MANUAL 16 in. (406 mm) Scroll Saw Model SC155VS EXTENSION CORD CAUTION When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has the capacity to handle the current the tool will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in overheating and loss of power. Use the chart to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only round jacketed cords should be used.
