OPERATOR'S MANUAL 16 in. (406 mm) Variable Speed SCROLL SAW Model SC164VS 30 15 0 THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI SCROLL SAW. Your new Scroll Saw has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire operator's manual before using your new saw.
TABLE OF CONTENTS ■ Table of Contents ............................................................................................................................................ 2 ■ Introduction and Product Specifications .......................................................................................................... 2 ■ Rules for Safe Operation .............................................................................................................................. 3-5 ■ Electrical .........
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Safe operation of this power tool requires that you read and understand this operator's manual and all labels affixed to the tool. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your scroll saw works. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS ■ KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator's manual carefully. Learn the applications and limitations as well as specific potential hazards related to this tool.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ■ AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND POSITIONS where a sudden slip could cause your hand to move into the blade. ALWAYS make sure you have good balance. ■ ALLOW THE MOTOR TO COME UP TO FULL SPEED before starting a cut to avoid binding or stalling. ■ DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service center. ■ REPLACEMENT PARTS.
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.
ELECTRICAL EXTENSION CORDS ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 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 saw table at any angle other than 90˚ to the blade. Compound Cut A compound cut is a cut made using a miter angle and a bevel angle at the same time. Crosscut A cutting or shaping operation made across the grain or the width of the workpiece. Freehand (for scroll saw) Performing a cut without the workpiece being guided by a fence or miter gauge. Work must supported by the table. Gum A sticky, sap based residue from wood products.
LOOSE PARTS Check all loose parts from the box with the list below. Assemble according to the instructions on the following pages. • 3 mm T-Handle Hex Key • 4 mm Hex Key • Blade(s) • Plastic Tubing BLADE 4 mm HEX KEY PLASTIC TUBING 3 mm T-HANDLE HEX KEY Fig. 2 TOOLS NEEDED The following tools (not included) are needed for adjustments and alignment: • Combination Square • Phillips Screwdriver • Slotted Screwdriver PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER COMBINATION SQUARE SLOTTED SCREWDRIVER Fig.
FEATURES KNOW YOUR SCROLL SAW Sawdust Blower Before attempting to use your saw, familiarize yourself with all the operating features and safety requirements of your Ryobi scroll saw. See Figure 4. 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 in. (51 mm) thick. It also cuts nonferrous metals (aluminum, brass, copper).
ASSEMBLY Attach the plastic tubing to the sawdust blower and bellows tube on the top of the saw housing. Apply a coat of paste wax to the saw table surface to allow the workpiece to slide easily across the surface. Wipe the saw table thoroughly with a dry cloth to remove excess wax. MOUNTING SCROLL SAW TO WORKBENCH WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury from unexpected tool movement, always securely mount scroll saw to a workbench.
ADJUSTMENTS SQUARING THE SAW TABLE TO THE BLADE WARNING: See Figure 7. To prevent accidental starting that could cause possible serious personal injury, turn off the saw and unplug the saw from the power source before making any adjustments. DROP FOOT See Figure 6. To prevent workpiece from lifting, the drop foot should be adjusted so it just rests on the top of the workpiece. The drop foot should not be adjusted so that the workpiece drags.
ADJUSTMENTS SETTING THE TABLE FOR HORIZONTAL OR BEVEL CUTTING See Figure 8. ADJUSTING BLADE TENSION See Figure 9. ■ Turn off and unplug the saw from the power source. WARNING: WARNING: Failure to turn the saw off, remove the switch key, and unplug the saw from the power source could result in accidental starting causing possible serious injury. Failure to turn the saw off, remove the switch key, and unplug the saw from the power source could result in accidental starting causing possible serious injury.
ADJUSTMENTS INSTALLING BLADES Removing the Saw Blade: Scroll saw blades wear out quickly and must be replaced frequently for best cutting results. Expect to break some blades while you learn to use and adjust your saw. Blades generally stay sharp for 1/2 hour to 2 hours of cutting, depending on the type of material and speed of operation. ■ Turn blade tension knob counterclockwise to decrease (or loosen) blade tension. See Figure 4. ■ Pushing up from under the saw table, remove the throat plate.
OPERATION BASIC OPERATION OF THE SCROLL SAW Before starting a cut, watch the saw run. If you experience excessive vibration or unusual noise, stop immediately. Turn the saw off, remove the switch key, and unplug the saw. Do not restart until locating and correcting the problem. Note: After the saw is turned ON, a hesitation before blade movement is normal. CUTTING PROCEDURES ■ There is a learning curve for each person who wants to use this saw.
OPERATION CHOICE OF BLADE AND SPEED The scroll saw accepts a wide variety of blade widths and thicknesses for cutting wood and other fibrous materials. Your saw uses 5 in. long blades of either the pin end or the plain end style. The blade width and thickness and the number of teeth per inch to use are determined by the type of material and the size of the radius being cut. Note: As a general rule, always select narrow blades for intricate curve cutting and wide blades for straight and large curve cutting.
OPERATION WARNING: To avoid possible serious injury from accidental starting, always turn the saw off, remove the switch key, and unplug the saw from power source before removing or replacing the blade. DRILL HOLE INTERIOR CUT SCROLL CUTTING For general type scroll cutting, follow the pattern lines by pushing and turning the workpiece at the same time. Do not try to turn the workpiece while engaged in the blade without pushing it – the workpiece could bind or twist the blade.
MAINTENANCE MOTOR BRUSHES WARNING: When servicing, use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other part may create a hazard or cause product damage. GENERAL MAINTENANCE ■ Keep your scroll saw clean. ■ After cleaning the table top initially, apply a thin coat of automobile type (paste) wax to the table top so the wood slides easily while cutting. ■ Do not allow pitch to accumulate on the saw table. Clean with gum and pitch remover. ARM BEARINGS See Figure 15.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that could cause possible serious personal injury, turn off and unplug the saw before maintaining or lubricating your scroll saw. Failure to unplug your saw could result in accidental starting causing serious injury. TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: For your own safety, turn switch OFF and remove plug from power outlet before adjusting or aligning your scroll saw. PROBLEM Motor will not run. CAUSE SOLUTION 1.
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL 16 in. (406 mm) Variable Speed Scroll Saw Model SC164VS EXTENSION CORD CAUTION **Ampere rating 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.
