Woodstock W1099 manual Introduction, II. Commentary

I. INTRODUCTION

Woodstock International, Inc. is proud to offer the W1099 12" Dovetail Jig. Suitable for pro- duction work or small scale dovetail joinery, the Model W1099 enables you to simultaneously cut 5/8" half-blind dovetails and pins with a router, guide bushing, and dovetail bit. The Dovetail Jig handles stock up to 11/4" thick and 12" wide and mounts easily to your bench top. Heavy, stamped steel construction provides excellent rigidity and strength, while the horizontal and vertical cam action clamps securely hold your wood in place.

Woodstock is committed to offering top quality products and supporting them through customer service and technical documentation. The manual you are reading represents our latest effort to pro- duce the best documentation possible. If you have any criticisms or comments you feel we should consider for our next printing, please write us at the address below.

Manager, Technical Documentation

Woodstock International, Inc.

P.O. Box 2309

Bellingham, WA 98227

If you have any parts problems or requests, please contact the dealer where the W1099 Dovetail Jig was purchased or call Woodstock International at 1-800-840-8420 between 8am and 5pm Pacific Standard Time, Monday through Friday.

II. COMMENTARY

To operate this, or any tool, safely and efficiently, it is essential to become as familiar with its char- acteristics as possible. Take as much time as necessary to become acquainted with the W1099 Dovetail Jig. The time you invest before you use it will be time well spent. Also, read and follow all of the safety procedures noted in this manual. If you do not understand any of the operations or safety guidelines discussed in this manual, please answer all questions before attempting to use this jig.The specifications, drawings, and photographs illustrated in this manual represent the Model W1099 as supplied when the manual was prepared. But owing to Woodstock’s policy of continuous improvement, changes to the Model W1099 may occur at any time with no obligation on the part of Woodstock. Should you receive a manual update, please keep it with the manual for future reference.

The information in this manual has been obtained from sources we believe to be as reliable and as up-to-date as possible. We have included some important safety measures which we believe to be essential to this tool’s operation. While most safe- ty measures are generally universal, Woodstock reminds you that each work environment is differ- ent and safety rules should be considered as they apply to your situation.

We also believe additional sources of information are important to realize the full potential of this tool. Trade journals, woodworking magazines, and your local library are good places to find such information.

The Model W1099 was designed for mak- ing precise dovetails. It must never be modi- fied and/or used for any other purpose. Modifications or improper use of this tool will void all warranties and MAY CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. If you are confused about any aspect of the jig, DO NOT use it until you have resolved any questions you might have.

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