Wen LL2156, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...ble free performance Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation warnings and cautions If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose you will enjoy years of safe reliable service NEED HELP CONTACT US Have product questions Need technical support Please feel free to contact us TECHSUPPORT WENPRODUCTS COM 1 800 232 1195 M F 8AM 5PM CST For replacement parts and the most up to da...

Page 2: ...Unpacking Packing List 8 Know Your Scroll Saw 9 Preparation 9 Assembly Adjustments 10 OPERATION MAINTENANCE 14 Operation 14 Maintenance 18 Troubleshooting Guide 20 Exploded View Parts List 21 Warranty Statement 24 2 To purchase accessories and replacement blades for your tool visit WENPRODUCTS COM 120V 15 Amp Momentary Power Foot Pedal Switch Model WA0392 ...

Page 3: ...wenproducts com for the most up to date manual or contact our customer service at 1 800 232 1195 Keep this manual available to all users during the entire life of the tool and review it frequently to maximize safety for both yourself and others Indicates danger warning or caution The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding Always follow the sa...

Page 4: ...hock PERSONAL SAFETY 1 Stay alert watch what you are doing and use com mon sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inatten tion while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury 2 Use personal protective equipment Always wear eye protection Protective equipment such as a respira ...

Page 5: ...cordance with these instructions taking into ac count the working conditions and the work to be per formed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situa tion 8 Use clamps to secure your workpiece to a stable surface Holding a workpiece by hand or using your body to support it may lead to loss of control 9 KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working or...

Page 6: ...n the power cord Pulling on the power cord could cause damage to the insulation or the wire connections resulting in electric shock or fire SCROLL SAW SAFETY 1 To avoid injury from unexpected saw movement Use the scroll saw on a firm level surface with adequate space for handling and supporting the workpiece Be sure the scroll saw cannot move when operated Secure the scroll saw to a workbench or t...

Page 7: ...ction of the equipment grounding conductor can result in electric shock The conductor with the green insulation with or without yellow stripes is the equipment grounding conductor If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary DO NOT connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal 1 Examine extension cord before use Make sure your extension cord is properly wired a...

Page 8: ...to make sure you have all of the parts and accessories If any part is missing or broken please contact customer service at 1 800 232 1195 M F 8 5 CST or email techsupport wenproducts com Scroll Saw CAUTION Do not lift the saw by the upper arm The saw will be damaged Lift the saw by the table and back housing WARNING To avoid injury from accidental startups turn switch OFF and remove the plug from ...

Page 9: ...red to later in the manual for assembly and operation instructions Table Sawdust Collection Port Variable Speed Knob Sawdust Blower Power Switch Motor Blade Guard Blade Table Bevel Knob Base PREPARING THE SAW Your saw comes with a light protective coating of machine oil to guard against rust Wipe off the coating with a soft cloth If desired apply a light coat of good quality paste wax not included...

Page 10: ...e table angle until the space is closed You may feel the 0 degree table detent engage 4 Tighten the table bevel lock knob Fig 3 1 5 Loosen the screw Fig 3 2 holding the bevel scale pointer and position pointer to 0 Tighten the screw 6 Lower the blade guard foot BENCH MOUNTING THE SAW Before operating the saw it must be firmly mounted to a work bench or another rigid frame Use the base of the saw t...

Page 11: ...w on the back of the blade guard foot Fig 6 1 tilt the foot so it is parallel to the table and tighten the screw 2 Loosen the blade guard knob Fig 6 2 to raise or lower the foot until it just rests on top of the workpiece Tighten the knob ADJUSTING THE DUST BLOWER For best results the dust blower tube Fig 7 1 should be ad justed to direct air at both the blade and the workpiece DUST COLLECTION POR...

Page 12: ... can cut circles with smaller diameters NOTE Thinner blades will tend to deflect more when making bevel cuts Teeth per Inch Blade Width Blade Thickness Blade SPM Material Cut 10 to 15 0 11 0 018 550 to 1200 SPM Medium turns on 1 4 to 1 3 4 wood soft metal hardwood 15 to 28 0 055 to 0 11 0 01 to 0 018 800 to 1600 SPM Small turns on 1 8 to 1 1 2 wood soft metal hardwood 10 to 15 Teeth per Inch 15 28...

Page 13: ...hten the bottom blade locking knob Fig 11 2 This locks the blade in place Close the side panel Fig 10 2 3 Insert the top of the blade into the top clamp Tighten the top blade locking knob Fig 11 1 4 Rotate the tension knob Fig 10 1 away from you to apply tension TIP A properly tensioned blade will make a high C sound C6 1047 Hz when plucked with a finger BLADE TIPS AND TRICKS 1 You may need to adj...

Page 14: ... and take extra care not to bend or twist the blade while cutting in order to maximize blade life 7 Teeth on scroll saw blades wear out and the blades must be replaced frequently for best cutting results Scroll saw blades generally stay sharp for 1 2 hour to 2 hours of cutting depending on the type of cut wood species etc 8 To get accurate cuts be prepared to compensate for the blade s tendency to...

Page 15: ...efore moving the saw replacing the blade or making adjustments FREEHAND CUTTING 1 Lay out desired design or secure design to the workpiece CAUTION Always make sure the blade is not in contact with the workpiece before turning the saw ON 6 Slowly feed the workpiece into the blade while holding the workpiece securely against the table 2 2 Raise the blade guard foot Fig 13 1 by loosening the height a...

Page 16: ...oval and installation on p 13 NOTE If you are not changing blades only remove the blade from the upper blade clamp Leave it installed in the lower blade clamp If you are changing blades install the new blade in the lower blade clamp Do not secure it in the upper blade clamp yet 2 1 4 3 Fig 14 Fig 15 3 Pull the upper arm release knob Fig 15 1 outward and turn it clockwise so the pin rests in the sh...

Page 17: ...place by tightening the height adjustment knob 7 Remove the workpiece from the blade prior to turning the scroll saw ON CAUTION In order to avoid uncontrollable lifting of the workpiece and reduce blade breakage do not turn the switch on while the workpiece is against the blade 8 Position the workpiece against the straight edge prior to touching the leading edge of the workpiece against the blade ...

Page 18: ...tation the old carbon brushes were in to prevent unneces sary wear if they will be reinstalled 3 Measure the length of the brushes Install the new set of car bon brushes if either carbon brush length is worn down to 3 16 or less Reinstall the old carbon brushes in their original orien tation if your brushes are not worn down to 3 16 or less Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same time F...

Page 19: ...e blade holders blade bevel rails etc 2 If desired apply a light coat of dry lubricant such as PTFE to the inside of the blade bevel rails This will help the table bevel smoothly 3 The motor bearings interior bearings and table bevel rail bearings are all sealed and require no additional lubri cation WARNING Always turn the switch OFF and unplug the power cord from the outlet before maintaining or...

Page 20: ...Machine speed set at a harmonic frequency of the saw 1 Adjust speed up or down to see if issue is resolved 2 Machine not secured to work sur face 2 Secure machine to work surface 3 Incorrect blade tension 3 Adjust blade tension see p 13 4 Hold down foot not being used 4 Adjust hold down foot to slightly clear workpiece surface when cutting 5 Loose fastener 5 Check machine for loose fasteners 6 Def...

Page 21: ...EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST NOTE Not all parts may be available for purchase Parts and accessories that wear down over the course of normal use are not covered under the warranty 21 ...

Page 22: ...56 028 Socket Head Pan Screw M6x12 9 29 LL2156 029 Bushing 1 30 LL2156 030 Connecting Rod 1 No Part No Description Qty 31 LL2156 031 Bearing 628 2Z 2 32 LL2156 032 Connecting Rod Cover Plate 1 33 LL2156 033 Lock Washer 8mm 2 34 LL2156 034 Nut M8 1 35 LL2156 035 Crankshaft Bolt 1 36 LL2156 036 Rocker Arm Shaft 1 37 LL2156 037 Bearing HK0810 4 38 LL2156 038 Bearing HK1412 2 39 LL2156 039 Drive Rocke...

Page 23: ...rew M4x40 4 102 LL2156 102 Screw M4x12 6 103 LL2156 103 Nut M8 1 EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST No Part No Description Qty 104 LL2156 104 Screw M8x20 1 105 LL2156 105 Positive Stop Posi tioning Plate 1 106 LL2156 106 Bearing Spacer 6 107 LL2156 107 Bearing 606 2Z 4 108 LL2156 108 Bearing Washer 1 109 LL2156 109 Screw M6x25 2 110 LL2156 110 Bevel Locking Knob 1 111 LL2156 111 Bevel Locking Knob Stud 1 11...

Page 24: ...nd products may need to be sent to WEN before the replacements can be shipped out turning a product for warranty service the shipping charges must be prepaid by the purchaser The product must be shipped in its original container or an equivalent properly packed to withstand the hazards of shipment The product must be fully insured with a copy of the proof of purchase enclosed There must also be a ...