Renovator twist-a-saw Installation manual

SAFETY AND
OPERATING MANUAL
FOR THE STANDARD
AND DELUXE KIT

Twist-A-Saw™ Manual

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Contents
Welcome .............................................3
About this manual ....................................3
Standard and Deluxe Kits ..............................3
Twist-A-Bits workshop guide ............................3
Support ............................................3
Safety ................................................4
Safety rst!..........................................4
Work area safety .....................................4
Electrical safety ......................................5
Personal safety ......................................6
Dust safety..........................................7
Power tool use and care ...............................8
What’s included .......................................9
Twist-A-Saw™components .............................9
Accessories ........................................10
Australia & New Zealand Technical data .................. 11
United States Technical data ........................... 11
Parts of the Twist-A-Saw™.............................12
Setting up ...........................................14
Which parts do I need? ...............................14
Changing the collets .................................15
Installing cutting bits .................................17
Attaching the Multi-Purpose Handle .....................19
Adjusting the Comfort Control Grip ......................21
Adjusting the Depth Guide.............................23
Attaching the Circle Cutter.............................24
Attaching the Fence Guide ............................26
Installing the Vacuum Hose ............................27
Attaching the Twist-A-Flex™............................28
Installing a bit in the Twist-A-Flex™......................29

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Using the Twist-A-Saw™................................30
Turning the Twist-A-Saw™on and off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Changing the Variable Speed Dial.......................32
Making practice cuts .................................33
Cutting outlet openings in drywall/plasterboard.............36
Using the Circle Cutter ...............................38
Using the Twist-A-Flex™rotary tool attachment.............41
Tips and troubleshooting ..............................43
Choosing the right speed..............................43
Cutting tips.........................................43
Power indicator light .................................44
Looking after your Twist-A-Saw™........................45
Cleaning ..........................................45
Storage ...........................................45
Servicing and repairs.................................45
Warranty ............................................47
Two (2) year limited replacement warranty statement........47
Your warranty is subject to the following conditions: .........47
Your warranty does not cover; .........................47
Dispute Resolution: ..................................48

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Welcome
Welcome
Welcome
About this manual
Congratulations on purchasing your Twist-A-Saw™ rotary tool. Before using it,
please read this manual carefully.
This manual covers how to safely use your Twist-A-Saw™ rotary tool, as well
as tips for using and maintaining it.
Note: All components and accessories listed in this manual are
manufactured using metric measurements. The metric and imperial
comparisons in this manual are approximate (1mm = approximately 1/32”).
We recommend you use the standard imperial size that is closest to the
metric size shown.
Example: 6.35mm = approximately 1/4”.
Standard and Deluxe Kits
The Standard Kit includes 6 cutting bits and 174 rotary accessories. The
Deluxe Kit includes 11 cutting bits and 276 rotary accessories. See the Twist-
A-Bits workshop guide or the rotary accessories case insert for details.
Twist-A-Bits workshop guide
We’ve also included a handy workshop
guide so you can quickly match the
right bit and recommended speed to the
material you wish to cut.
Pin this on your workshop wall, or keep it
somewhere safe.
Support
If you experience problems with the Twist-A-Saw™ rotary tool or its
performance, please call our Customer Service Team for assistance:
✔1800 890 840 in Australia
✔0800 002 999 in New Zealand
✔1800 200 3111 in United States

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Safety
Safety rst!
Your Twist-A-Saw™is an advanced power tool. Your enjoyment will rely on
observing a high level of personal safety as well as protecting the safety of
others.
This section sets out important safety guidelines for operating your
Twist-A-Saw™.
Work area safety
Follow the guidelines below to ensure your work area is safe to use the
Twist-A-Saw™.
Safety guideline
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite
accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of ammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create
sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Safety

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Safety
Electrical safety
Follow the guidelines below to prevent electric shock when using the
Twist-A-Saw™.
Recommendation: Power to the tool should always be supplied via a
residual current device with a rated residual current of 30mA or less.
Safety guideline
• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any
way. Do not use any adapter plugs with the Twist-A-Saw™.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as
pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. If operating a
power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current
device (RCD) protected supply.
• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges or moving parts.
• Hold the Twist-A-Saw™by the insulated grip when cutting where
hidden wiring may exist or where the power cords may lie. Electric
shock may result when metal parts of the Twist-A-Saw™make
contact with ‘live’ wires.
• Always inspect walls and ceilings to avoid possible hidden power
cables and pipes.
• Inspect power cords and plugs before using the Twist-A-Saw™. If any
damage is apparent, have it repaired rst.
• Always use extension cords that are in good condition. Don’t exceed
25 metres or you may cause damage to the tool.

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Safety
Personal safety
Follow the guidelines below to ensure your personal safety while operating
the Twist-A-Saw™.
Safety guideline
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when
operating the Twist-A-Saw™. Do not use a power tool while you are
tired or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection
and ear protection. If operating in a dusty environment, wear a dusk
mask (see next page).
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position
before connecting to power source, picking up or carrying the tool.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the Twist-A-
Saw™on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the
power tool may result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• Dress properly. Loose clothes, gloves, jewellery or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
• Keep your hands clear of the work.

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Safety
Dust safety
Some dust created by Twist-A-Saw™from sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling
and other construction activities on certain materials may contain chemicals
known to cause cancer, birth defects or other harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
✔Lead from lead-based paint.
✔Crystalline silica and asbestos from bricks, cement and other
masonry products.
✔Arsenic, boron and chromium from chemically treated timber.
Follow the guidelines below to ensure your personal safety from dust while
operating the Twist-A-Saw™.
Safety guideline
• Always work in a well-ventilated area.
• Use dust masks specically designed to lter microscopic particles
as well as other approved safety equipment.
• Use Twist-A-Saw™’s vacuum attachment with an approved ltering
system to help catch dust from dispersing into the air.
• Avoid long periods of exposure to dust from sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling and other construction activities.
• Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and
water.
• Do not allow dust to get into your mouth, eyes or on exposed skin.
This may promote the absorption of harmful chemicals.
• Direct dust particles away from your face and body.

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Safety
Power tool use and care
Follow the guidelines below when operating your Twist-A-Saw™.
Safety guidelines
• Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and
off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch
is dangerous and must be repaired by an authorised service
technician.
• Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any
adjustments, changing accessories or storing power tools. This
reduces the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow
people unfamiliar with the Twist-A-Saw™or these instructions to
operate the power tool.
• Maintain power tools. If any part is missing or damaged, do not
plug Twist-A-Saw™into the power source until the missing part or
damaged part is replaced.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools
with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to
control.
• Have your Twist-A-Saw™serviced only by an authorised service
technician.
• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the
workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by your hand or
against the body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
• Only use accessories that are recommended for Twist-A-Saw™.
• Never use the Twist-A-Saw™ around ammable or volatile
substances or use any volatile substance to clean the Twist-A-Saw™.

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What’s included
Twist-A-Saw™components
The following components are included with your Twist-A-Saw™.
Part Description
A Twist-A-Saw™rotary
tool
B Twist-A-Saw™Multi-
Purpose Handle
(includes: Depth Guide
and Fence Guide)
C Twist-A-Saw™Circle
Cutter
D Twist-A-Flex™rotary
tool attachment
What’s included
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What’s included
Twist-A-Saw™components
Part Description
E Twist-A-Saw™Vacuum
Hose
F 16mm (5/8”) Collet
Wrench
G 10mm (3/8”)
Twist-A-Flex™Collet
Wrench
H 6.35mm (1/4”) Collet
I 4.76mm (3/16”) Collet
J 3.2mm (1/8”) Collet
Accessories
For a list of the accessories included with Twist-A-Saw™, refer to the
separate Twist-A-Bits workshop guide.
Note: All components and accessories listed in this manual are
manufactured using metric measurements. The metric and imperial
comparisons in this manual are approximate (1mm = approximately 1/32”).
We recommend you use the standard imperial size that is closest to the
metric size shown.

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What’s included
Australia & New Zealand Technical data
Rated: Voltage 230-240V Speed: 5,000 − 25,000/min
Rated Frequency: 50Hz Protection Class: Double Insulation
Power: 550Watts Weight: 1kg
United States Technical data
Rated: Voltage 120V Speed: 5,000 − 25,000/min
Rated Frequency: 60Hz Protection Class: Double Insulation
Power: 550Watts Weight: 2.2lb
This Device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules, Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
E468790
Class B

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Comfort Control Grip
Comfort Control Grip
Locking Knob
Hanging Loop
Spindle
Locking
Button
Adjustable
Fence Guide
Fence Guide
Locking Knob
Vacuum Hose
Depth Guide
Locking Knob
Depth Guide
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What’s included
Parts of the Twist-A-Saw™
The following diagrams show the labelled parts of the Twist-A-Saw™rotary
tool, Multi-Purpose Handle and Twist-A-Flex™rotary tool attachment.
Twist-A-Saw™ rotary tool and Multi-Purpose Handle

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What’s included
Twist-A-Saw™Circle Cutter
Twist-A-Flex™rotary tool attachment
ON/OFF Switch
Variable Speed Dial
External
Mounting
Disc
Internal
Mounting
Disc
Collet Nut
Pivot Pin Locking Knob
Circle Cutter
Circle Cutting
Handle
Centre
Guide Pivot
Pin
Flexible Shaft
Twist-A-Flex™ Tail
Twist-A-Flex™ Head
Spindle Locking Hole
Collet Nut

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Setting up
Setting up
Which parts do I need?
Before you set up the Twist-A-Saw™, you must rst determine which
components you need for your task.
Part Description
Twist-A-Saw™
rotary tool
The Twist-A-Saw™contains the motor, so this will
always be used. The cutting bits are secured to the
Twist-A-Saw™with the collet and the collet nut.
Twist-A-Saw™
Multi-Purpose
Handle with Depth
Guide and Fence
Guide
Use the Multi-Purpose Handle with the Twist-A-
Saw™for a secure grip. Use one hand on the Twist-
A-Saw™Multi-Purpose Handle and the other hand on
the Twist-A-Saw™rotary tool. It keeps the tool square
with the work surface.
The Depth Guide is used to determine how far the
cutting bits protrude from the Twist-A-Saw™.
The Fence Guide allows you to cut in straight lines
relative to an edge.
Twist-A-Saw™
Circle Cutter
The Circle Cutter allows you to cut precise circles.
Twist-A-Saw™
Vacuum Hose
The Vacuum Hose connects your vacuum cleaner
to the Twist-A-Saw™, ensuring dust is sucked directly
into the vacuum for your safety.
Twist-A-Flex™
rotary tool
attachment
The Twist-A-Flex™ is a long exible shaft that
extends from the Twist-A-Saw™to the rotary tool
head. The cutting bits are attached to the rotary tool
head, which you can hold in your hand, allowing you
greater control for ne tasks. It should only be used
with smaller cutters.

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Setting up
Changing the collets
The cutting bits for Twist-A-Saw™are secured with the collet nut and collet.
There are three sizes of collet depending on which cutting bits you are
attaching:
✔The Ø 6.35mm (Ø 1/4”) collet secures the Ø 6.35mm (Ø 1/4”)
drywall/ plasterboard bit and small router bits.
✔The Ø 3.2mm (Ø 1/8”) collet secures the Ø 3.2mm (Ø 1/8”) cutting
bits.
✔The Ø 4.76mm (Ø 3/16”) collet secures the Ø 4.76mm (Ø 3/16”)
cutting bits.
Note: Ø is the symbol for ‘diameter’.
Follow the steps below to change the collets on your Twist-A-Saw™.
Part Action
1 Remove any bits from the Twist-A-Saw™, if applicable. Refer
to Installing cutting bits on page 17.
2 Turn the collet nut (1) counter-clockwise and remove it from
the spindle (3).
3 Remove the collet (2) from the spindle and insert the new
collet.
Note: As each collet is the same on both ends, either end
can be inserted into the spindle.
4 Replace the collet nut and lightly tighten by hand.
Note: Tightening the collet nut without a bit in the collet will
make the collet diameter smaller, which will make installing
bits difcult. Leave the collet nut loose when storing
Twist-A-Saw™with no bit installed.
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(3) Spindle
(2) Collet
(1) Collet Nut
Setting up
Changing the collets

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Setting up
Installing cutting bits
Follow the steps below to change the cutting bits on your Twist-A-Saw™.
Warning!
Cutting bits and router bits are extremely sharp. Handle with care.
Part Action
1 Remove plastic coating on cutting bit, if applicable.
2 Press on the spindle locking button (1). Rotate the collet
nut (2) until the spindle locking button clicks into place. This
prevents the spindle from turning.
3 Press down on the spindle locking button, and use the
Ø 16mm (Ø 5/8”) collet wrench (3) to turn the collet nut
counter-clockwise. Loosen the collet nut several turns.
4 Remove existing bit if one is already in the collet.
5 Insert the new cutting bit (4) fully into the collet, then pull
it back between 1mm (1/32”) and 3mm (1/8”) to create an
air space between the motor shaft and the bit. This helps
protect the bit from overheating.
Note: If the shank of the bit being installed is a different size
to the bit being removed, install the correct collet. Refer to
Changing the collets on page 15.
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(3) Collet Wrench
(4) Cutting Bit
Cutting Flutes
(2) Collet Nut
(1) Locking Button
Setting up
Installing cutting bits
Part Action
6Ensure the utes (spirals) of the bit are fully visible outside
the collet. Tightening the collet on the utes can lead to
broken bits and possible injury.
7 Once the bit is correctly placed in the collet, press down on
the spindle locking button. Tighten the collet nut clockwise
by hand as far as possible.
8 Use the Ø 16mm (Ø 5/8”) collet wrench to tighten the collet
nut securely.