Baileigh SS-2822, Operator'S Manual

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STRAIGHT EDGE SHAPING
Straightedge shaping is always performed with the work piece against the fence. To set up:
1. UNPLUG OR DISCONNECT SHAPER FROM POWER SOURCE AND LOCK OUT
POWER.
2. Check to see that the fence faces are parallel, properly in line or offset if necessary, and
securely tightened.
3. Rotate the cutters and inspect for clearance.
4. Position the leading face of a cutterhead blade at 90
degrees to the in feed fence face.
5. Position the workpiece against the in feed fence and
adjust the spindle to the desired height of the cut. At
the same time, check the desired depth of cut with
the blade in the 90 degree position as shown in
figure 12.
Depth of Cut
The depth of cut is the distance from the outside circumference edge of the collar (which the
work rides against) to the outside edge of the cutter. The depth of cut is determined by the
position of the fence relative to the cutterhead and / or by the use of shaper collars.
1. Lock the spindle.
2. Install the right guard wherever possible.
3. Reconnect power to the machine.
4. Take a trial cut on a piece of scrap of the same thickness as work piece.
Note: Only a short cut is necessary to determine if the profile, depth, and height of
cut is correct.
5. Make adjustments as required and continue to shape using the work piece.