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MS3816 Hollow Chisel Mortiser 

V.02 01-11-2010 

GENERAL SAFETY RULES 

 

Woodworking can be dangerous if safe and proper operating procedures are not followed. As with all 
machinery, there are certain hazards involved with the operation of the product. Using the machine with 
respect and caution will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety 
precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the operator may result. Safety equipment such 
as guards, push sticks, hold-downs, featherboards, goggles, dust masks and hearing protection can 
reduce your potential for injury. But even the best guard will not make up for poor judgment, carelessness 
or inattention. Always use common sense and exercise caution in the workshop. If a procedure feels 
dangerous, do not try it. Figure out an alternative procedure that feels safer. 

REMEMBER: 

Your personal 

safety is your responsibility. 
 
This machine was designed for certain applications only. We strongly recommend that this machine 
cannot be modified and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have 
any questions relative to a particular application, 

DO NOT 

use the machine until you have first contacted 

your local dealer to determine if it can or should be performed on the product. 

 

 

WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY 
 

1. 

FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE TOOL

Learn the tool’s application and limitations as well as the specific hazards peculiar to it.   

 
2. 

KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE 

and in working order. 

 
3. 

ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION

. Wear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact 

resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.   

 
4. 

REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES

. Form habit of checking to see that keys and 

adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it “on”. 

 
5. 

KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN

. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. 

 
6. 

DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. 

Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations, 

or expose them to rain. Keep work area well-lighted. 

 

7. 

KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY

. All children and visitors should be kept a safe distance 

from work area. 

 
8. 

MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF 

– with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys. 

 
9. 

DO NOT FORCE TOOL

. It will do the job better and be safer at the rate for which it was designed. 

 
10. 

USE RIGHT TOOL

. Do not force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. 

 
11. 

WEAR PROPER APPAREL

. No loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to 

get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to 
contain long hair. 

 
12. 

SECURE WORK

. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It is safer than using your hand 

and frees both hands to operate tool. 

 
13. 

DO NOT OVERREACH

. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. 

 
14. 

MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION

. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest 

performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. 

 
15. 

DISCONNECT TOOLS 

before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, 

Summary of Contents for MS3816

Page 1: ...HOLLOW CHISEL MORTISER MODEL MS3816 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATIONG INSTRUCTION PARTS LIST ...

Page 2: ...limitations as well as the specific hazards peculiar to it 2 KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order 3 ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION Wear safety glasses Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses they are not safety glasses Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty 4 REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are remov...

Page 3: ...l until it comes to a complete stop 22 STAY ALERT WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING AND USE COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL DO NOT USE TOOL WHILE TIRED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS ALCOHOL OR MEDICATION A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury 23 MAKE SURE TOOL IS DISCONNECTED FROM POWER SUPPLY while motor is being mounted connected or reconnecte...

Page 4: ...AKE SURE chuck key is removed before starting machine 12 NEVER turn on the power with the drill bit or chisel contacting the workpiece 13 NEVER perform layout assembly or set up work on the table while the mortiser is operating 14 ADJUST the depth stop to avoid drilling into the table 15 ALWAYS turn off the power before removing scrap pieces from the table 16 SHUT OFF the power remove the drill bi...

Page 5: ... malfunction or breakdown grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances Do not modify the plug prov...

Page 6: ...ade of cast iron and steel for rigidity and stability The mortiser comes with a standard 3 jaw type key chuck for positive gripping of mortising bits UNPACKING AND CLEANING Carefully unpack the machine and all loose items from the shipping carton s Remove the protective coating from all unpainted surfaces This coating may be removed with a soft cloth moistened with kerosene do not use acetone gaso...

Page 7: ...ASSEMBLED AND YOU READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE INSTRUCTION MANUAL RAISING AND LOWERING HANDLE 1 Assemble hub of handle assembly A Fig 2 Fig 2 Fig 3 2 Raise mortising machine head A Fig 3 to the up position by turning handle B clockwise OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS RAISING AND LOWERING THE HEAD The head A Fig 4 is raised and lowered by means of the lever B ...

Page 8: ... fence to the desired position and tightening lever B Fig5 Fig6 DEPTH STOP A depth stop guide A Fig 6 is provided to limit the depth of the chisel B To adjust the depth stop guide A loosen handle C and lower head until the chisel B is at the desired depth Lower depth stop guide A until it is at the desired depth tighten handle C ...

Page 9: ...s only minor maintenance such as cleaning and lubrication and routine adjustment and sharpening of the chisel and bit Dust the machine down after each use and as necessary use light applications of oil or grease to lubricate linkages moving parts etc SHARPENING CHISEL BIT The chisel and bit should be kept sharp for best performance Blunt edges will give inaccurate mortises and can lead to overheat...

Page 10: ...llow Chisel Mortiser V 02 01 11 2010 9 Fig 9 Fig 10 3 Use a small triangular smooth file to relieve the inner corners of the chisel See Fig 10 Remove any burrs from the outside of the chisel with a fine oilstone ...

Page 11: ...MS3816 Hollow Chisel Mortiser V 02 01 11 2010 10 Parts Diagram for MS3816 ...

Page 12: ...ft 4 15 Gear Casing 1 56 Screw 4 16 Handle 1 57 Gas Spring 1 17 Washer 4 58 Screw 1 18 Setting Collar 1 59 Washer 4 19 Bolt 4 60 Gear 1 20 Chisel Bushing 1 61 Bolt 4 21 Chisel 1 62 Screw 1 22 Screw 1 63 Drift 1 23 Nut 1 64 Screw 3 24 Drift 1 65 Washer 3 25 Base 1 66 Chuck 1 26 Screw 2 67 Switch 1 27 Knob 1 68 Column 1 28 Gear 1 69 Rack 1 29 Gear Shaft 1 70 Screw 6 30 Handle 1 71 Screw 2 31 Screw 1...

Page 13: ...lace into the appropriate recycling bin Only for EU countries Do not dispose of electric tools together with household waste material In observance of European Directive 2002 96 EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment and its implementation in accordance with national law electric tools that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally ...

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