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Before pressing the switch, carefully align the Slot Machine blades on the hinge line and
apply slight pressure to start the teeth into the wood. When first pressing the switch,
the start-up torque of the electric motor will cause a slight sideways movement of the
blades, and this will result in misalignment unless the teeth are partially embedded into the
wood when pressing the button. Holding the unit as shown in the above photo, will minimize
this movement.
Continue pressing the button and applying slight pressure to keep the blades cutting at a
constant rate until the housing bottoms out against the balsa. It is important that you do not
apply an up-down or sideways force, as this will bend the blades and result in a slot that
does not go straight in; but you may find it helpful when cutting slots in very hard balsa to
rock the unit slightly forward and back in the direction of the hinge line. Remove the blades
from the slot and test fit the hinge. Components of The Slot Machine could be damaged by
continuous use under strenuous cutting conditions. If you have just cut a particularly
difficult slot in hard balsa, it's a good idea to give your Slot Machine 30 seconds to cool
down before starting the next slot.
The number of slots you will be able to cut on a single charge will vary depending on the
type of cutting being done. You may be able to cut up to 50 slots (25 hinges) in soft balsa
with the standard blades for CA hinges. But using the blades for Nylon hinges to cut slots
in medium or hard balsa will result in fewer cuts per charge. Be sure to read the section on
battery charging.
MAINTENANCE
The motor and electronics are not user serviceable. Opening the unit other than at the
blade access hatch may result in operational problems if not properly reassembled.
After cutting approximately 200 hinge slots, it is advised to blow compressed air into the
unit (through the louvers and the blade access opening) to dislodge sawdust from the
electric motor.
Wipe the outside of the unit clean with a soft dry cloth. Do not use water or any solvents or
cleaning sprays.
HOW TO CHANGE BLADES
It may be necessary to access the blades periodically, to change or replace them, or if the
blade attachment screws loosen. Use the following sequence:
Tip: The blades for nylon hinges and the blades for H.D. hinges are special blades in which
every other tooth is set outward in one direction only. The alternate teeth have no set. This
allows the two blades to press against each other without locking up. The 45-degree corner
at the top of the blade ensures that the blades can only be installed in the correct
orientation. The teeth with set must point away from each other.