3.Tighten hex nut (B, Figure 38).
4.Repeat for the other set screws as needed.
NOTE: The outfeed table is
Operating Controls
Start/Stop
Power Indicator Light – The start switch has a power indicator lamp which is on whenever there is power connected to the Jointer, not just when the Jointer is running. Do not assume that no light means there is no power to the machine. If the bulb is bad, there will be no indication. Always check before use.
Do not rely that no light means no power to the machine. Always check for power first. Failure to comply may cause serious injury!
Referring to Figure 39:
Start – Press the green start switch.
When power is connected to the machine, the green light is always on regardless of whether the Jointer is running or not.
Stop – Press the red switch to stop.
Reset – In the event that the Jointer stops without pressing the stop button, as the result of a tripped fuse or circuit breaker, etc.:
Press red button to reset on main switch. Press the green button to restart the machine.
Safety Key
The start/stop switch on the Jointer comes equipped with a magnetic safety key. When in place on the switch as shown in Figure 39, the magnetic safety key trips a relay which will allow the machine to start and stop when the respective switches are pressed. Being magnetic, the lock can be removed to make the machine inoperable and can be hidden for safe storage by attaching it to another magnetic surface.
When using the Jointer, place the key on the switch cover lining up the arrow on the key with the REMOVE arrow on the cover. Then rotate the key so that the arrow lines up with the LOCK arrow. This will prevent the safety key from coming loose from vibration when the machine is in use.
Figure 39
Operation
NOTE: If you are inexperienced at jointing, use scrap pieces of lumber to check settings and get the feel of operations before attempting regular work.
Stabilize long workpieces by using an assistant, or roller stands set level with the outfeed or infeed table surface.
The fence should be adjusted to create minimum exposure to the cutterhead during the jointing operation.
Check the following before operating the jointer:
1.Outfeed table must be set level with the high point of the knives or knife inserts.
2.Fence adjusted for minimum exposure of cutterhead, and locked at desired angle.
3.The cutterhead guard must be in place and operating properly (except when rabbeting).
4.Infeed table set for desired depth of cut.
5.Stand away from the cutterhead and turn the machine on for a few moments. Listen for any odd noises, rubbings, vibrations, etc. Identify and correct such problems before attempting operations on the jointer.
6.Carefully check your workpiece for knots, holes, staples or any foreign material that might damage knives or pose a risk of kickback. Also check the workpiece for grain orientation (see “Direction of Grain” on page 27).
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