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ADJUSTING HOLDDOWN
The holddown (A) Fig. 23, should be adjusted so it
contacts the top surface of the work (D) being cut by
loosening lock knob (B) and moving holddown rod (C)
up or down. Then tighten lock knob (B). The holddown
(A) Fig. 23, may be adjusted front to rear, by loosening
set screw (B) Fig. 24, and positioning the holddown in
the desired location. Once the holddown is in the
desired location, tighten set screw (B), Fig. 24.
ADJUSTING DUST BLOWER
The dust blower (A) Fig. 24, may be positioned to direct
air to the most effective point on the cutting line.
DUST COLLECTION CUP
A dust collection cup (A) Fig. 25 is provided and can be
attached to a shop vacuum system by utilizing the port
covered by cap (B).
INSIDE CUTTING
A blade threaded through a hole in the workpiece is
inside cutting. The Delta 16" Scroll Saw has the
capability of performing this operation quickly and
easily.
Loosen lock knob (A) Fig. 26, and raise the holddown
(B). Release blade tension by moving tension lever (C)
forward and loosen upper blade holder by moving lever
(D) to the rear as shown. This will release the blade (E).
Insert the blade (E) into the next hole in the pattern, as
shown.
Fig. 23
Fig. 24
Fig. 25
C
B
A
D
A
A
B
B
Fig. 26
A
B
D
C
E
Reassemble blade (E) Fig. 27, and tighten blade by
moving lever (D) forward (closed). Move tension lever
(C) to the rear as shown and lower holddown (B). You
are ready to make the next inside cut.
C
E
D
B
Fig. 27