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Inserting the blade
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Step 1 – Turn handle anti-clockwise
Ensure the handle is loose by turning it in an anti-clockwise direction. |
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Step 2 – Insert new blade
Insert a new blade into the slots on the arms of the frame.
Ensure the teeth are on the outside of the frame, and are pointing back towards the handle. This is to ensure that the saw cuts on the pull stroke |
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Step 3 – Turn handle clockwise
Once the blade is in place, turn the handle in a clockwise direction. |
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This causes the frame and its arms to pull outwards, stretching the blade. |
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Changing the angle of the blade
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Some models of coping saw allow you to rotate the blade to any angle, to make certain cuts easier.
How you adjust the blade angle will vary depending on the make and model. One method is shown below: |
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Step 1 – Turn handle anti-clockwise
Before attempting to adjust the blade, turn the handle in an anti-clockwise direction, but only enough to slacken the blade. Turning it too much will cause the blade to fall out. |
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Step 2 – Turn metal ‘wings’
When you have done this, you can turn the metal ‘wings’ on either end of the frame to adjust the blade angle. You can either move them towards or away from you.
You can adjust the blade to any angle you wish, but you must ensure both sides match up, or the blade will be twisted. |
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