Read the manual. Read, understand, and follow the safety instructions found in this manual. Know the limitations and hazards in using the model PJ1696 Jointer. Decals are placed on each machine as reminders of good safety practice.
Installation. If mounting machine to the floor, use high quality anchor bolts through the mounting holes on the base. If using a mobile base, be sure to lock the wheels.
Location. Use extra care in the location of the jointer in the shop. Place the machine so that potential kickback area is not in line with aisles, doorways, wash stations, or other work areas.
Electrical grounding. Make certain that the machine frame is electrically grounded and that a ground lead is included in the incoming electrical service. If a cord and plug are used, make certain the grounding lug connects to a suitable ground. Follow the grounding procedure indicated in the National Electric Code.
Eye safety. Always wear approved safety goggles, glasses, or a face shield when operating this machine. (Note: common eyeglasses are only
Personal protection. Before operating the machine, remove tie, rings, watch and other jewelry and roll up sleeves above the elbows. Remove all loose clothing and confine long hair. Protective type footwear should be used. Where the noise exceeds the level of exposure allowed in Section 1910.95 of the OSHA Regulations, use hearing protective devices. Do not wear gloves.
Guards. Be sure machine guards are in place and in good working order. Use them at all times on operations where they can be used. If a guard must be removed for any operation, make sure it is replaced immediately following completion of that operation.
Work area. Keep the floor around the machine clean and free of scrap material, saw dust, oil and other liquids to minimize the danger of tripping or slipping. Be sure the table is free of all scrap, foreign material and tools before starting to cut. Make certain the work area is well lighted and that a proper exhaust system is used to minimize dust. Powermatic recommends the use of
Disconnect machine before performing any service or maintenance. A machine under repair should be RED TAGGED to show it should not be used until the
maintenance is complete.
Housekeeping. Before turning on machine, remove all extra equipment such as keys, wrenches, scrap, stock, and cleaning rags away from the machine.
Power on. On machines equipped with a manual starter make sure the starter is in "OFF" position before connecting power to machine.
Three inch rule. When working a piece of wood on the jointer, follow the 3 inch radius rule. The hands must never be closer than 3 inches to the cutterhead. See Figure 1.
Always use a
Do not perform jointing operations on material shorter than 8", narrower than 3/4" or less than 1/4" thick.
Depth of cut. Do not make cuts deeper than 3/4" when rabbeting. On other cuts such as edging, surfacing, etc., depth of cut should not be over 1/16" to avoid overloading the machine and to minimize chance of kickback.
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