5
GROUNDED OUTLET BOX
CURRENT
CARRYING
PRONGS
GROUNDING BLADE
IS LONGEST OF THE 3 BLADES
GROUNDED OUTLET BOX
GROUNDING
MEANS
ADAPTER
Fig. B
Fig. A

EXTENSION CORDS

WARNING: Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is a 3-wire
extension cord which has a 3-prong grounding type plug and matching receptacle which will accept the machineʼs
plug. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current of the machine. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating. Fig. C, shows the correct
gauge to use depending on the cord length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number,
the heavier the cord.

MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD

RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC MACHINES
Ampere Total Length Gauge of
Rating Volts of Cord in Feet Extension Cord
0-6 120
up to
25 18 AWG
0-6 120 25-50 16 AWG
0-6 120 50-100 16 AWG
0-6 120 100-150 14 AWG
6-10 120
up to
25 18 AWG
6-10 120 25-50 16 AWG
6-10 120 50-100 14 AWG
6-10 120 100-150 12 AWG
10-12 120
up to
25 16 AWG
10-12 120 25-50 16 AWG
10-12 120 50-100 14 AWG
10-12 120 100-150 12 AWG
12-16 120
up to
25 14 AWG
12-16 120 25-50 12 AWG
12-16 120 GREATER THAN 50 FEET NOT RECOMMENDED
Fig. C

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

FOREWORD

Model BDSS100 is a 16 in. variable speed scroll saw. The variable speed range for the Model BDSS100 is
400-1800 cutting strokes per minute. The Model BDSS100 offers a full 2 in. depth of cut for thick workpieces.

UNPACKING AND CLEANING

Carefully unpack the machine and all loose items from the shipping container(s). Remove the protective coating from
all unpainted surfaces. This coating may be removed with a soft cloth moistened with kerosene (do not use acetone,
gasoline or lacquer thinner for this purpose). After cleaning, cover the unpainted surfaces with a good quality household
floor paste wax.
NOTICE: THE MANUAL COVER PHOTO ILLUSTRATES THE CURRENTPRODUCTION MODEL. ALL OTHER ILLUSTRATIONS ARE REPRESENTATIVEONLY AND MAY NOT DEPICT THE ACTUAL COLOR, LABELING ORACCESSORIES AND MAY BE INTENDED TO ILLUSTRATE TECHNIQUE ONLY.