Model G0809 (Mfd. Since 1/17)
-51-
Adjusting Gibs
(Jointer)
The function of the table gibs is to eliminate
excessive play in the table movement. The gibs
also control how easy it will be to move the tables
up and down.
Tools Needed
Qty
Open-End Wrench 12mm .................................. 1
Hex Wrench 4mm .............................................. 1
To adjust table gibs:
1. Loosen two infeed table gib nuts on front of
jointer base (see
Figure 71).
2. Oil table ways and outfeed leadscrew (see
Lubrication on Page 39) to ensure table
movement is not restricted due to lack of
lubrication.
3. Evenly tighten gib set screws a small amount,
then check table by moving it up and down.
Adjust set screws as needed until friction of
table movement is balanced between mini-
mal play and ease of movement.
Note: Tighter gibs reduce play but make it
harder to adjust tables.
4. Repeat Steps 1–3 with outfeed table, then
reset outfeed table height, as described in
Setting Jointer Outfeed Table Height on
Page 49.
Figure 71. Infeed table gib controls.
Gib
Nuts
Gib Set Screws
Setting Fence Angle
Stops (Jointer)
The fence adjusts from 135˚ (45˚ outward) to 45˚
inward and is locked in place using the fence tilt
lock. Adjust fence stops for repeat operations.
Tools Needed
Qty
Combination Square .......................................... 1
3mm Hex Wrench .............................................. 1
Open-End Wrench 12mm .................................. 1
Setting Fence to 90°
1. Loosen fence angle lock lever (see Figure 72).
2. Use fence tilt handle and a 90˚ square to
adjust fence to 90˚ (see
Figure 73).
3. Retighten fence-angle lock lever (see Step 1)
and check angle indicator (see
Figure 73) to
verify setting.
Note:
If needed, loosen screw securing angle
indicator and adjust indicator to align with 90°
mark on angle scale, then retighten screw.
Figure 73. Fence adjusted to 90˚.
Fence Tilt
Handle
90° Square
Figure 72. Fence adjustment components.
Fence Angle
Lock Lever
Angle
Scale
Angle
Indicator
Summary of Contents for G0809
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