Craftsman G8693 instruction manual Installing a Cutter Using Router Bits, Unplugged

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Installing A Cutter

 

Using Router Bits

 

 

 

 

 

 

Before making any adjustments or conversions to the Mini Shaper, make sure the switch is in the 'OFF' position and the power cord is

UNPLUGGED.

Be sure the Table Insert (REF 16) is installed and not in contact with the cutter prior to operation.

The cutter rotates in a counterclockwise direction. Be careful to mount the cutter with the cutting face toward the infeed as it rotates. See Figure

15.If mounted upside-down, the cutter can kick the wood back and injure the operator. Install the keyed washer (REF 34) directly under the jam nut (REF 33) and hold the spindle shaft (REF 39) with wrench provided. Be sure to tighten the nut before turning on the Mini Shaper. For best lever- age, hold wrench against the table support boss or squeeze them together using one hand.

Figure 15.

The G8693 Mini Shaper is equipped with a removable 12'' Stub Shaft and a 14'' router bit col- let. See Figure 16.

Before making any adjustments or conversions to the Mini Shaper, make sure the switch is in the 'OFF' position and the power cord is

UNPLUGGED.

Remove any dirt or wood chips found in the top of the spindle. Place the Collet (REF 62) into the Spindle (REF 39) and thread the Router Nut (REF 63) down over the Collet, leaving it loose enough to insert the shank of a Router Bit. Insert a Router Bit into the Collet at least 58'' and tight- en the Router Nut only until you cannot turn the bit by hand while holding the Spindle (REF 39) with the 58'' Wrench (REF 57).

Some height adjustment can be made by raising or lowering the Router Bit in the Collet. For further height adjustment, refer to instructions on Spindle Height on page 15.

To change Router Bits or to remove the Collet assembly, hold the Spindle in place with the 58'' Wrench while loosening the Router nut with the 1'' Wrench. The Router bit should ‘pop’ loose from the Collet and pull out. Be careful that wood chips and dirt do not get inside the Spindle as they may damage the tapered faces.

Be sure to follow the instructions in the ASSEM- BLY chapter when returning the tool to the Shaper configuration using the Stub Shaft.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Mini Shaper Model G8693 G8693 Mini Shaper Table Of Contents Safety Safety Instructions For Power ToolsAMP Rating Safety Instructions For Shapers Circuit Requirements 110V OperationGrounding General Information CommentaryUnpacking Parts InventoryClean Up Assembly Spindle ShaftGuard installed Fence Ring GuardSite Consideration Hole Pattern G8693 Mini ShaperOperations Location Of Primary ComponentsOn-Off Switch Fence Depth Of CutTable Insert Spindle Height Spindle height locking knobs G8693 Mini ShaperRing Guard Keyed Washers Installing a Cutter Using Router Bits UnpluggedWorkpiece Prep Wood GrainStraight Edge Shaping Across The Grain Large Workpiece Curved WorkpieceDust Collection Do not use finger since stationary blades are SharpMaintenance Belt ReplacementClosure Machine Data Sheet 1714 G8693 Mini Shaper Base Warranty and Returns Warranty Card Grizzly INDUSTRIAL, INC