Model G4179 (Mfd. Since 01/22)
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Vertical/Incline
Feeding
The Model G4179 can be positioned to feed
workpieces so the rollers are angled relative to
the machine fence at 45°, 90°, or another angle
in between. For example, it can be positioned
at 90° to feed stock against a fence, or it can be
positioned at 45° or another angle such as when
making bevel cuts on a jointer.
Use the controls shown in
Figure 17 to position
the power feeder for incline feeding.
Figure 17. Location of controls for re-positioning
power feeder for incline feeding.
Lower Elbow
Joint Lock
1. Loosen rotation lock and swing power feeder
off of machine table (see
Figure 17).
2. Loosen cap screw on upper elbow-joint,
rotate upper elbow to desired angle, then
tighten cap screw (see
Figure 17) to secure
setting.
3. Loosen upper and lower elbow joint locks
(see
Figure 17).
Tools Needed
Qty
Hex Wrench 10mm ............................................ 1
4. Rotate power feeder (flip it sideways) so it is
oriented as shown in
Figure 18, then move it
back over table and up against fence.
Figure 18. Example of rotating power feeder for
vertical or incline feeding.
Upper Elbow
Joint Lock
Cap Screw
Location
Rotation
Lock
To position power feeder for vertical/incline
feeding:
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