5. HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
Remove and check setting tools.
Some machinery requires the use of additional tools or keys to set,
load or adjust the power tool. Before starting the power tool always check to make certain they have
been removed and are safely away from the machine.
Prevent unintentional starting.
Before plugging any machine in to the power supply, make sure the
switch is in the OFF position. If the machine is portable, do not hold the machine near the switch and
take care when putting the machine down, that nothing can operate the switch.
Carefully select an extension lead.
Some machines are not suitable for use with extension leads. If
the tool is designed for use outdoors, use an extension lead also suitable for that environment. When
using an extended lead, select one capable of handling the current (amps) drawn by the machine in
use. Fully extend the lead regardless of the distance between the power supply and the tool. Excess
current (amps) and a coiled extension lead will both cause the cable to heat up and can result in fire.
Concentrate and stay alert.
Distractions are likely to cause an accident. Never operate a power tool if
you are under the influence of drugs (prescription or otherwise), including alcohol or if you are feeling
tired. Being disorientated will result in an accident.
Have this tool repaired by a qualified person.
This tool is designed to conform to the relevant
international and local standards and as such should be maintained and repaired by someone
qualified, using only original parts supplied by the manufacturer. This will ensure the tool remains safe
to use.
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8. BASIC BISCUIT JOINTER OPERATIONS
Note:
Remove the plug from the socket before
carrying out adjustment, servicing or maintenance.
8.4 BLADE REPLACEMENT – FIGS. 4 -5
Remove the blade height/angle adjustment by
loosening knob
and sliding mechanism upwards
until free of the tool.
Remove the four screws
and cover plate
.
Push and hold the spindle lock button and then turn
tool over to access the underside.
Loosen and remove the blade flange using the pin
spanner
provided.
Carefully pass the blade out through the exposed
base taking care to avoid personal injury on the
sharp edges.
Ensure the lower blade flange has located correctly
on the arbor by making sure the flats on both shaft
and flange are positively engaged.
Install new blade on arbor ensuring the direction of
rotation arrow matches with the arrow underneath
(the blade rotates clockwise when viewed from
above the tool).
Tighten blade flange using the spindle lock button
and pin spanner, when tight reinstall cover plate
and four screws.
8.5 CUTTING – FIG. 6
When the setup has been completed, position the
jointer up to the workpiece. For reference there are
two marks on the front cover plate which indicates
the horizontal centre of the blade
, and vertical
centre of the blade
. When aligned and the
biscuit size is set, switch on the machine and make
the cut.
Switch off after use.
8.6 DUST EXTRACTION – FIG. 7
The biscuit jointer is equipped with a dust bag for
reducing the amount of airborne dust, the bag
can be removed and an extractor connected
using a stepped powertool adaptor for better dust
extraction. A suitable dust mask should always
be worn.
FIG.6
FIG.5
FIG.7
FIG.8