Ryobi SC155VS User Manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
16 in. (406 mm) Scroll Saw
Model SC155VS
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SPECIFICATIONS:
Throat 16 in. (406 mm)
Blade Length 5 in. (127 mm) plain or pin
Motor Rating 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC
No Load Speed 400 – 1550 Strokes Per Minute
Amperes 1.2 Amperes
Net Weight 32 lbs. (14 kg.)
45˚
30˚
15˚

Ryobi SC155VS Specifications

General

Type	Scroll Saw
Motor Power	1.2 Amp
Variable Speed	Yes
Blade Length	5 in.
Voltage	120 V
Bevel Capacity	0-45°
Stroke Length	3/4 inch
Cutting Capacity at 90°	2 inches

Summary

INTRODUCTION

EYE PROTECTION REQUIRED

Emphasizes wearing safety glasses to prevent eye injury.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

CRITICAL OPERATING WARNINGS

Highlights critical warnings before operating the scroll saw.

PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

OPERATIONAL HAZARDS AND ALERTNESS

Covers jamming, awkward positions, and general alertness.

ELECTRICAL

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

Explains the importance and procedure for grounding the tool.

FEATURES

KEY OPERATING FEATURES

HOLD DOWN FOOT AND BLOWER

ASSEMBLY

MOUNTING THE SCROLL SAW

Provides instructions for securely mounting the saw to a workbench.

CLAMPING SAW TO WORKBENCH

Instructions for portable mounting using a mounting board and clamps.

ADJUSTMENTS

HOLD DOWN FOOT ADJUSTMENT

ADJUSTMENTS

SQUARING TABLE TO BLADE

INSTALLING PIN END BLADES

Detailed steps for installing pin end scroll saw blades.

ADJUSTING BLADE TENSION

How to properly tension the scroll saw blade using the adjustment knobs.

INSTALLING AND TENSIONING BLADES

Instructions for inserting and tensioning scroll saw blades.

INSTALLING PLAIN END BLADES

Detailed steps for installing plain end scroll saw blades.

OPERATION

GENERAL OPERATION GUIDELINES

STACK CUTTING TECHNIQUE

INTERIOR SCROLL CUTTING

BEFORE EACH USE CHECKLIST

OPERATION

HANDLING JAMMED MATERIAL

MAINTENANCE

MOTOR BRUSH REPLACEMENT

MOTOR BRUSHES INSPECTION

TROUBLESHOOTING

MOTOR WILL NOT RUN

BLADES BREAKING

SERVICE INFORMATION