OPERATIONS
Bevel Cutting
Bevel cutting is very similar to edge jointing, but done with the fence tilted to a specific angle in order to produce an angled edge (Figure 36). Usually bevel cuts are made on two boards that will be joined together at a corner.
For bevel cuts, the Model W1694 has preset stops at 45˚ inward and 45˚ outward. If a dif- ferent angle is desired, use a bevel gauge to set the fence, then lock it in position.
Figure 37 shows an example of an operator bevel cutting at 45˚ outward. Notice that the operator’s body is not directly in line with the workpiece and that he maintains a stable hand position while keeping the workpiece firmly on the table and against the fence.
To perform a bevel cutting operation, do these:
1.Read and become familiar with the
Operation Requirements sub-section.
2.Set the fence to the desired angle. Place the workpiece down on the infeed table and press it firmly against the fence.
3.Start the jointer.
4.Keep the workpiece firmly against the table and fence, and feed the workpiece into the cutterhead.
5.When your leading hand gets within 4" of the cutterhead, lift the push block up and over the cutterhead and place it on the workpiece as it passes over the outfeed table. Do the same thing when your trailing hand gets within 4" of the cutterhead and try to maintain pressure on the outfeed table.
6.Repeat steps
Portion
Removed With
Jointer
Figure 36. Bevel cutting produces an angled
edge on the workpiece.
Always wear safety glasses to prevent seri- ous personal injury!
