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SAWDUST BLOWER (FIG. P)
The sawdust blower (4) should be positioned to point to the blade and workpiece to blow sawdust out of the line-
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BLADE SELECTION (FIG. Q)
!WARNING
To avoid injury from accidental starting, always turn the switch OFF and unplug the scroll saw before moving, replacing the blade or making adjustments.
This scroll saw accepts
The following table represents suggestions for various materials. When purchasing blades, refer to the back of the package for the best use of blades and speeds on various materials.
Use this table as an example, but practice and your own personal preference will determine the best selection method.
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0.110 | 0.018 | in. (6.35 mm) to | |||
in. (44.45 mm) wood, | |||||
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NOTE: When using blades, sometimes speeds must change to compensate for smaller curves, radii or smaller diameters. Thinner blades will have more possibilities for blade deflection when cutting angles which are not perpendicular to the table. Read BASIC SCROLL SAW OPERATION for more suggestions.
NOTE: The blade must be installed with the teeth pointing downward, to prevent the workpiece from being pulled upward by the saw blade action.
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