Scroll Saw
Delta 16” Variable Speed Scroll Saw
Safety
Use caution and common sense when using this tool. It will easily take your finger off.
Follow ALL safety procedures
- Secure loose hair and clothing.
- Wear safety goggles.
- Check and clear your perimeter before starting.
- Close the door of the tool room when operating the saw
- Do not approach someone while they are using the saw.
- Make sure blade is properly tensioned (see page 11 of manual).
- Ensure the blade tension knob is in the rear position.
- Turn blade tension knob clockwise to increase tension or counter-clockwise to decrease tension.
- Adjust hold down foot for each new operation so it contacts the top of the stock/material being cut (see page 13 of manual).
- Move the hold down rod up or down and tighten the lock handle.
- Start the saw clear of material. Let it come up to full speed before engaging the blade.
- Always keep fingers at least 3 inches away from the blade.
- Never guide the material with your hands or fingers in front of the blade.
- Only cut stock/material that is flat on the bottom.
- Your fingers should never be under the material.
- If you need to back the blade out, stop the saw and let the blade come to a complete stop before backing out.
- Let the blade come to a complete stop before clearing scrap material.