Scroll Saw Notes

Requirements:

Proper eye protection must be worn—operate only with instructor’s permission and after proper

instructions have been received.

Make all adjustments with the power OFF.
Make sure that you are lightly holding the wood flat against the table to keep the wood from bouncing around and possibly being thrown out.
Check to make sure that the teeth of the blade are pointing down and that the guide assembly is flush with the wood.
Use both hands to guide the wood through the cut. However, hands should remain to the side of the blade, never in direct line with the blade.
The scroll saw can hurt you as badly as the band saw. The smaller blade will not save your hand or fingers.
Never use your hand to clear the table. Always use a table broom or the chip blower.
Scroll saw blades break very easily, so take your time to make the right cuts. Remember, never force the wood and use the correct speed.
“Hard” woods and tight curves should be cut using the slower speed.
If the blade breaks, turn the machine off, unplug it, and tell the teacher immediately. Never try to fix it yourself.
If for any reason you are not sure of the way to cut out an object, get your teacher’s assistance.
The machine must be turned off, unplugged and at a complete standstill before you can leave it.