Setting Up the Morticer
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Setting the Chisel Depth
The chisel depth can be set to give two depth settings; the first
method is adjusting the setting bar and the second is to adjust
the ring collar clamp (B). First method, with the stop plate (A) set
in the angled position, set the bar depth then lower the head
stock so the bar rests on top of the stop plate (A) giving the first
depth, see fig 15.
The second depth can also be set by repositioning the stop
plate (A) in the square position allowing the setting bar to drop
so the ring collar clamp (B) rests against the stop plate (A) giving
the second depth, see fig 16.
A
B
A
B
Fig 15
Fig 16
Morticer Head Adjustment
The morticer’s head has a independent adjustment to improve
the correct leverage depth.
WARNING!! DISCONNECT THE MORTICER FROM THE
MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE CONTINUING!
WARNING!! THE MORTICERS HEAD IS VERY HEAVY
YOU ARE ADVISED TO SEEK HELP!
1) Remove the Hex screw holding the chuck door in place and
put safely aside, open the access door.
NOTE: To prevent the morticer’s head from falling when the
securing nut is loosened, lower the depth setting bar onto the
stop plate (A), see fig 15 and clamp it in place. This will give
added support to the morticer.
2) Loosen the securing nut and, with assistance, lower the head
to the desired position then re-secure the head by tightening
the nut, see fig 17-18. Close the chuck door and replace the Hex
screw you removed earlier.
Depth setting bar
Depth setting bar clamp
Fig 17-18
Head securing nut
