Ryobi SC155VS- User Manual

7 ELECTRICAL SPEED AND WIRING The no-load speed of this product is approximately 1,600 r/min. (RPM. This speed is not constant and decreases un-der a load or with lower voltage. For voltage, the wiring in a shop is as important as the motor’s horsepower rating. A line intended only for lights cannot...

8 GLOSSARY OF TERMS Non-Through Cuts Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend completely through the thickness of the workpiece. Push Blocks (for jointer planers) Device used to feed the workpiece over the jointer planer cutterhead during any operation. This aid helps keep the operator’...

9 0 30 15 FEATURES No Load Speed ..............................400-1,600 r/min. ( S PM) Net Weight ................................................................ 28 lbs. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Throat ......................................................................... 16 in.Blade Length ........

11 LOOSE PARTS • 3 mm T-Handle Hex Key• 4 mm Hex Key• Blade(s)• Plastic Tubing Fig. 4 PLASTIC TUBING BLADE 3 mm T-HANDLE HEX KEY 4 mm HEX KEY WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed might be hazardous and could cause serious personal injury.

12 ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product requires assembly.  Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Place it on a level work surface.  Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.  Do not discard the packing material until you have c...

13 0 30 15 ASSEMBLY 0 30 15 CLAMPING SCROLL SAW TO WORKBENCH See Figure 5. If the scroll saw is to be used in a portable application, it is recommended that you fasten it permanently to a mount-ing board that can easily be clamped to a workbench or other supporting surface. The mounting board should...

14 ASSEMBLY 0 30 15 SQUARING THE SAW TABLE TO THE BLADE See Figure 7 - 8.  Loosen the drop foot lock knob and move drop foot rod all the way up. Retighten drop foot lock knob.  Loosen the table lock knob to tilt the saw table until it is approximately perpendicular or at right angle to the blade. ...

15 0 30 15 ADJUSTING BLADE TENSION See Figure 9.  Turning the blade tension knob counterclockwise decreases (or loosens) blade tension.  Turning the blade tension knob clockwise increases (or tightens) blade tension. NOTE: Adjustments to blade tension can be made at any time. Check tension by the ...

16 OPERATION CUTTING PROCEDURES  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.  Plan the way you will hold the workpiece from start to finish.  Keep your han...

17 OPERATION Fig. 11 DROP FOOT LOCK KNOB BLADE CLAMP SCREW SAW BLADE THROAT PLATE SAW BLADE BLADE CLAMP SCREW INSTALLING AND REMOVING BLADES See Figure 11. Scroll saw blades wear out quickly and must be replaced fre-quently for best cutting results. Expect to break some blades while you learn to use...

18 OPERATION Fig. 12 BLADE INFORMATION  Scroll saw blades wear out and must be replaced frequently for best cutting results. Scroll saw blades generally stay sharp for 1/2 hour to 2 hours of cutting, depending on type of material and speed of operation.  In cutting wood, best results are achieved ...

19 OPERATION 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. INTERIOR SCROLL CUTTING See Figur...

20 MOTOR BRUSHES See Figure 16. The saw has externally accessible motor brush assemblies that should be checked periodically for wear. When one of the two brushes becomes worn, replace both brushes.  Unplug the saw from the power source.  Carefully place the saw on its side exposing the underside ...

21 TROUBLESHOOTING Motor will not run. Blades breaking. Vibration (there is always some vibration when the saw is running). Blade runout (blade not properly aligned with arm motion). PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION 1. Problem with ON-OFF switch, power cord, or outlet. 2. Motor defective. 1. Too much tension....

22 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 16 in. SCROLL SAWVARIABLE SPEED SC164VS 983000-0460 3 -2 7 -0 7 (REV:0 2 ) • SERVICE Now that you have purchased your product, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your nearest Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when...