Powermatic PJ882 operating instructions Operating Controls, Operation, Eliminating Play in Tables

Eliminating “Play” in Tables

There are four set screws at the front of the jointer – two on the outfeed table and two on the infeed table – that will allow you to prevent “play” in the tables. (Figure 38 shows a set screw for the outfeed table.)

After a period of use, the copper tip (see item #27, page 37) which is attached to the end of the set screw (A, Figure 38) may become loose. Resolve this as follows.

1.Loosen the hex nut (B, Figure 38) with a 14mm wrench.

2.Tighten the set screw (A, Figure 38) with a 5mm hex wrench. Do not overtighten the set screw, as it may prevent the table from being raised and lowered easily.

3.Tighten hex nut (B, Figure 38).

4.Repeat for the other set screws as needed.

NOTE: The outfeed table is pre-set at the factory tighter than the infeed table. If you find the outfeed table difficult to move with the lifting handle, loosen the two set screws on the outfeed table, as just described.

Operating Controls

Press the start switch, shown in Figure 39, to begin rotation of the cutterhead. The stop button is a mushroom style button which is convenient for "emergency" shut-downs.

After being pushed, the stop button remains engaged. To re-start the Jointer, twist the stop button clockwise until it pops back out.

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.

2.Fence adjusted for minimum exposure of cutterhead, and locked at desired angle.

Figure 38

Figure 39

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