Operating Instruction, Fence Adjustments

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Figure 19

Fence Adjustments

Refer to Figure 19.

The fence (A) tilts backward and forward 45 degrees. It contains a 90-degree stop (B) and a 45- degree stop (C). The stops should be checked for accuracy with a square or protractor against the fence, and adjusted if necessary.

To tilt the fence forward, loosen the lock lever (D) and tilt the fence using the handle (E). Re-tighten lock lever (D).

To tilt the fence backward, loosen the lock screw (D), pivot the stop block (F) out of the way, and tilt the fence using the handle (E). Re-tighten lock screw (D).

To move the fence forward or backward across the table, loosen lock screw (G), then turn knob (H). When desired position is reached, re-tighten lock screw (G) securely.

Operating Instruction

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.

Always use guard and keep hands away from cutterhead. Make sure all knives or knife inserts are secured in the cutterhead. Verify tightness (re-torque) of each insert on the helical head before operating.

Hand Placement

At the start of the cut, the left hand holds the work firmly against the infeed table and fence while the right hand pushes the work toward the knives. After the cut is under way, the new surface rests firmly on the outfeed table. The left hand should press down on this part, at the same time maintaining flat contact with the fence. The right hand presses the work forward and before the right hand reaches the cutterhead it should be moved to the work on the outfeed table. FOLLOW THE 3 INCH RULE. NEVER PASS HANDS DIRECTLY OVER THE CUTTERHEAD.

Edge Jointing

This is the most common operation for the jointer. Set guide fence square with the table. Depth of cut should be the minimum required to obtain a straight edge. Do not make cuts deeper than 1/8" in a single pass. Hold the best face of the piece firmly against the fence throughout the feed. See Figure 20.

Figure 20

Surfacing

Jointing the face of stock, or surfacing, is shown in Figure 21. Adjust the infeed table for depth of cut. Cuts of approximately 1/16” at a time are recommended, as this allows better control over the material being surfaced. More passes can then be made to reach the desired depth.