Shadow Wizard Posted October 16, 2021 Report Share Posted October 16, 2021 I inherited a scroll saw, no make or model number on it that I can see, and I can't figure out how to change the blade, aside from using two wrenches and loosening the two bolts on the threaded rod. Seems like a lot of work every time I need to remove/install the blade. I have uploaded images, but can't seem to link them here. So I apologize I need to post links. Hopefully the forum doesn't auto-delete them. https://ibb.co/kQ606Q9 https://ibb.co/cCnFzNC https://ibb.co/9G1v997 https://ibb.co/yVC4cZV https://ibb.co/GHJNYTF OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karl S Posted October 16, 2021 Report Share Posted October 16, 2021 Have you tried putting pressure on the uper arm and sliding the blade forward? From the picture that looks to me like how it is removed. The upper arm may have enough flex to alow it to move down a slight amount. Just an opinion and I don't want you to break anything. OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
preprius Posted October 16, 2021 Report Share Posted October 16, 2021 interesting machine. what is in the big hole in the top arm? Does the motor work? I think I see a variable speed control. This unit can only have "pin" blades. The tension of the blades is set by the back bolt. access is back of top arm. But to change the blade. it looks like just pushing down on the tab above the blade wull release pressure. It will take lots of presure to do this. Im thinking some lever is missing from the big hole on top of the arm. OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow Wizard Posted October 16, 2021 Author Report Share Posted October 16, 2021 33 minutes ago, preprius said: interesting machine. what is in the big hole in the top arm? Does the motor work? I think I see a variable speed control. This unit can only have "pin" blades. The tension of the blades is set by the back bolt. access is back of top arm. But to change the blade. it looks like just pushing down on the tab above the blade wull release pressure. It will take lots of presure to do this. Im thinking some lever is missing from the big hole on top of the arm. Which hole? There are 3. The one closest to the blade is labeled "ACCU-CLEAR PUMP" The irregular shaped one is to access the tension nut. The round one at the top back.. I have no idea.. The motor does work, I actually cut a couple of things on it. Where do you see a variable speed control? I can't find one. Yes, it uses pin blades, and yes, tension is adjusted by the bolts in the back. Pushing down worked. THANK YOU! And I have no idea what could be missing from that back hole... DO you? And what hole are you talking about exatly? OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karl S Posted October 16, 2021 Report Share Posted October 16, 2021 Good, Glad you figured it out, happy scrolling. You are on your way! OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark SW Posted October 16, 2021 Report Share Posted October 16, 2021 1 hour ago, Shadow Wizard said: The one closest to the blade is labeled "ACCU-CLEAR PUMP" In image #4 the tube looks like it might be a dust blower. When I searched "ACCU CLEAR PUMP" it has a link to Ryobi scrollsaw parts Ryobi Scroll Saw Parts | Fast Shipping | eReplacementParts.com & Ryobi SC160 SCROLL SAW Parts | Tool Parts Direct Good luck Mark OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old sarge Posted October 16, 2021 Report Share Posted October 16, 2021 The photos in this link appear to be very similar to your saw: https://www.bonanzamarket.co.uk/listings/Ryobi-16-scroll-saw/228540401 OCtoolguy and WolfmoonCT 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow Wizard Posted October 16, 2021 Author Report Share Posted October 16, 2021 It looks like that might be my exact scroll saw. I actually just finished my first piece on it, and I think I'm going to enjoy this Hobby. I can definitely see how having a steady stream of air blowing on your piece however would be very helpful, because as you can see from my photos the pump that blows the air is missing. So I have needed to add that myself by blowing on it, LOL. Anyway, I am sure I will have a lot more questions, so you will probably hear from me again. Thank you again very much for helping me figure out how to change the blade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCtoolguy Posted October 16, 2021 Report Share Posted October 16, 2021 36 minutes ago, Shadow Wizard said: It looks like that might be my exact scroll saw. I actually just finished my first piece on it, and I think I'm going to enjoy this Hobby. I can definitely see how having a steady stream of air blowing on your piece however would be very helpful, because as you can see from my photos the pump that blows the air is missing. So I have needed to add that myself by blowing on it, LOL. Anyway, I am sure I will have a lot more questions, so you will probably hear from me again. Thank you again very much for helping me figure out how to change the blade. Get yourself a $10 aquarium pump and it will do a better job than the original. WolfmoonCT and Fish 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
preprius Posted October 17, 2021 Report Share Posted October 17, 2021 I was mistaken about the bottom knob being motor control. It is the knob to tilt the table. yes the hole i was thinking had something missing was where the tube comes out the top. .. Some scroll saw people dont use a blower, they use a vacuum. The blower should blow dust away from you. Having dusty shirts and pants is kinda a nuisance. So some owners have the vacuum so it reduces the whole dust issue. Yes the scrollsaw can be a addictive tool. Patience and becoming one with the wood is having fun. Yes this village has a lot of knowledge. Just ask questions and share pics. OCtoolguy and Fish 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadBob Posted October 17, 2021 Report Share Posted October 17, 2021 I think you are missing some parts. There should be a tension control knob on the back of the saw. I used a similar saw for many years. It had a knob on the rear bottom that you had to loosen to change the blades. OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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