Blade Selection - Genesis GSS160 Manual Del Operario

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and pointing downward.
7. To install the blade, hook the blade in the recess of the lower blade holder (3).
NOTE: use the blade clamp screw (4) to tighten and secure the blade if using plain-end blade.
8. Push down the upper blade holder (2) to insert the blade into the slot of the upper blade holder.
NOTE: use the blade clamp screw (4) to tighten and secure the blade if using plain-end blade.
9. Push down the blade tension lever (1) and adjust. Make sure the blade is properly located in the
blade holders. Make sure proper tension is applied on blade. If the blade tension is too tight or
too loose, lift up the blade tension lever (1), adjust the tension setting by rotating it. Clockwise will
increase the blade tension, counterclockwise will decrease the blade tension. Adjust 1-2 turns,
then push down the lever to reach desired blade tension.
10. Replace the blade insert.
11. Lower the clear shield to its original position.
NOTE: If the blade touches the drop foot on either side then the drop foot must be adjusted.
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from the power source before adjusting, adding accessories, or checking a
function on the tool.

Blade selection

This scroll saw accepts pin-end 5" length blades, with a wide variety of blade thicknesses and widths.
The type of material and intricacies of cutting operations will determine the number of teeth per inch.
Always select the narrowest blades for intricate (tight radius and curves) curve cutting and the widest
blades for straight and large curve cutting operations.
The following table represents suggestions for various materials. When purchasing blades, refer to
the back of the package for best use of blades on various materials. use this table as an example, but
practice and your own personal preference will be the best selection method.
Width
Teeth/
Inch
10 0.110"
15 0.110"
18 0.095"
16" Variable Speed Scroll Saw
Operator's Manual
Make sure the blade with the teeth to the front of the saw
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged
Thick- Speed
ness
(Strokes/Min.)
0.020" 1200-1600
0.020" 600-1200
0.010" 400-600
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Material Cut
Popular size for cutting hard and soft
woods 3/16 in. up to 2 in. Plastics,
paper, felt, bone, etc.
Wood, plastic, extremely thin cuts on
materials 3/32" to 1/2" thick
For tight radius work in thin material
3/32" to 1/8" wood veneer, wood,
bone, Fiber, ivory, plastic, and etc.
GSS160