OPERATION
OPERATIONAL CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS
HOW TO START AND STOP THE MACHINE
The power switch is located on the left side of the Mortiser.
To turn the Mortiser “ON”, press the green start button (A) Fig. 22. To stop the Mortiser, push the red button (B).
A
B
Fig. 22
HOW TO LOCK THE SWITCH IN THE “OFF” POSITION
IMPORTANT: When the machine is not in use, the switch should be locked in the “OFF” position to prevent unauthorized use, using a padlock (A) Fig. 23 with a 3/16” diameter shackle.
HOW TO ADJUST THE DEPTH STOP ROD
The depth stop rod (A) Fig. 24 limits the depth of the chisel. To adjust the depth stop rod (A), loosen the lever (C) and lower the head. When the head is at the desired location, lower the depth stop rod (A) until it contacts the top of the column (D) and tighten the lever (C).
A
Fig. 23
A
HOW TO ADJUST THE FENCE
D
C
You can move the fence (A) Fig. 25 in or out by loosening the lock handles (B), and rotating the fence rack handle
(C). Tighten the handles (B) after the move.
NOTE: The levers (B) are
Your fence comes adjusted from the factory. If the fence feels loose during adjustment, adjust the two set screws
A
Fig. 24
B
(D) Fig. 25 snugly against the Fence rack.
C
D 
D
Fig. 25
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