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INTRODUCTION

Woodstock International, Inc. is proud to offer the Model D2796 12" Dovetail Jig. Suitable for production work or small scale dovetail joinery, the Model D2796 enables you to simultaneously cut 5/8" half-blind dove- tails and pins with a router, 7/16" guide bushing, and 1/2", 14° 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. Two optional templates are available for making

1⁄2" and 3⁄4" half-blind dovetails and pins.

Woodstock is committed to offering top quality prod- ucts and supporting them through customer service and technical documentation. The manual you are reading represents our latest effort to produce the best docu- mentation possible. If you have any criticisms or com- ments 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 con- tact the dealer where the Model D2796 Dovetail Jig was purchased or call Woodstock International at 1- 800-840-8420 between 8am and 5pm Pacific Standard Time, Monday through Friday.

To operate this or any tool safely and efficiently, it is essential to become as familiar with its characteristics as possible. Take as much time as necessary to become acquainted with the Model D2796 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 get answers to all your questions before attempting to use this jig. The specifications, drawings, and photographs illustrated in this manual represent the Model D2796 as supplied when the manual was pre- pared. However, owing to Woodstock’s policy of con- tinuous improvement, changes to the Model D2796 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 up-to-date as possible. We have included some important safety mea- sures which we believe to be essential to this tool’s safe operation. While most safety measures are generally universal, Woodstock reminds you that each work envi- ronment is different and safety rules should be consid- ered 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 D2796 was designed for making pre- cise dovetails. It must never be modified 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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