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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MODEL: KC-366SH

5 HP 1-1/4” INDUSTRIAL SHAPER 

WITH DIGITAL READOUT

COPYRIGHT © 2017 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED BY KING CANADA TOOLS INC.

Summary of Contents for KC-366SH

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL MODEL KC 366SH 5 HP 1 1 4 INDUSTRIAL SHAPER WITH DIGITAL READOUT COPYRIGHT 2017 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED BY KING CANADA TOOLS INC ...

Page 2: ...ts repairs done by an unauthorized service centre alterations and lack of maintenance King Canada shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products To take advantage of this limited warranty return the product at your expense together with your dated proof of purshase to an authorized King C...

Page 3: ...ke sure the switch is in the OFF position before plugging in 17 USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Consult the manual for recommended accessories Follow the instructions that accompany the accessories The use of improper accessories may cause hazards 18 NEVER STAND ON TOOL Serious injury could occur if the machine tips over Do not store materials such that it is necessary to stand on the machine to reach...

Page 4: ...g or hardwire the machine directly to your electrical panel provided there is a disconnect near the machine for the operator The plug and the required wall outlet are illustrated in Fig 2 EXTENSION CORDS WARNING IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED TO USE AN ExTENSION CORD BUT IF IT IS NECESSARY READ THE FOLLOWING The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power Depending on the length of extension co...

Page 5: ...e height 36 1 2 Motor 5 HP 18 Amp Voltage 220V 1 phase 60 Hz Assembled dimensions LxWxH weight 39 5 16 x 34 x 54 1 2 640 lbs Package dimensions LxWxH weight 42 x 41 x 43 720 lbs 10 Forward reverse switch 11 On button 12 Emergency stop button 13 Spindle height digital readout 14 Featherboard 15 Right fence 16 Table 17 Starter pin 18 Door latch 19 Mobile base lock knob 1 of 2 20 Infeed ram fin adjus...

Page 6: ...e assembly A Fig 5 on the table B as shown Line up the fence grooves with the two location plates C secured to the table Lift the fence assembly and place it over the two location plates C 2 Secure the fence assembly to the table using two large lock knobs and washers D Insert the large lock knobs and washers through the two slots E on each side Partially thread the large lock knobs and washers in...

Page 7: ...le as indicated on the scale 4 Retighten lock handle B Miter gauge indent settings There are indents at the 0º 30º and 45º right and left positions At these settings release the knob D Fig 10 to engage the stop rod Then tighten the lock handle B Note Do not rely solely on the indents for an accurate setting After the stop rod engages at the 0º 30º and 45º positions make a fine adjustment with the ...

Page 8: ...ided large wrench E 6 Tighten the nut E Fig 11 with the large wrench E Fig 12 Note At this time the spindle lock is still locked Spindle Assembly Removal The spindle lock must be engaged to remove spindle assembly 1 Remove the draw bar B Fig 12 2 Loosen the nut E Fig 11 then using the wrench E Fig 12 continue to turn until the spindle can be removed from the arbor SHAPER CUTTER INSTALLATION Warnin...

Page 9: ... spindle housing gib on your machine is factory adjusted and initially should not require readjustment After a period of use the gib may wear and become loose creating play and potentially causing the spindle to vibrate This will require adjustment To adjust 1 Using a 12 mm wrench loosen the four jam nuts A Fig 16 that secure the gib set screws B 2 Using a 4 mm hex key tighten each set screw B 1 8...

Page 10: ...ation If the tension on the belt needs adjustment 1 Disconnect the machine from the power source 2 Open the door of the cabinet 3 With a 17 mm wrench loosen the lock nuts D Fig 20 on the belt tension assembly 4 Adjust the hex bolt E not visible with a 17 mm wrench to tension the belt C The tension handle A must be in the locked position towards the right while performing this step Note Two 17 mm w...

Page 11: ...tion The spindle should rotate counterclockwise when looking down on the spindle Correct as required Run the machine for a short period of time to ensure that the moving parts are working properly with no excessive vibration If a problem develops correct it before operating shaper Safety Devices Safety devices such as guards fixtures templates hold downs push sticks featherboards and power feeders...

Page 12: ...he outfeed fence forward to contact the workpiece C Fig 24 Remove the workpiece start the motor and then continue the operation Warning Always remove workpiece before starting the machine This will prevent kickback and potential serious injury Z Dimension Before making a template or using the edge of the workpiece for shaper cutting the Z dimension must be established in order to determine the sha...

Page 13: ... fence If workpiece is too wide for the hold ins to be used clamp a scrap board to the table to substitute for the hold ins 2 Check the rotation of the cutter Be sure to feed workpiece against rotation of the cutter 3 Feed the workpiece slowly and steadily with firm even pressure to make a smooth cut Important The rate of feed depends on depth of cut and experience of operator End Shaping When end...

Page 14: ...ed edges the operator must first remove the fence assembly In order to control the workpiece and limit the depth of cut the operator must use an anti friction collar with the cutter as shown in Fig 33 The collar may be positioned above or below the cutter and its function is to ride against the workpiece or template At the same time the collar will establish the depth of cut as shown in Fig 34 Whe...

Page 15: ...vy in proportion to the cut being made Under no circumstances should a short light workpiece be shaped against the collars as in Fig 38 Note The edge of the work to be shaped must be smooth Any irregularity on the surface which rides against the collar will be duplicated on the molded surface Collars must be smooth and free from pitch and other substances Position of Collars Collars may be used ab...

Page 16: ...kpiece on the table before starting the motor The operator must do the entire shaping cut by feeding the workpiece into the cutter Warning Enclosed edge shaping is extremely dangerous The operator must be aware at all times of the direction of feed Never perform this type operation without a ring guard safety collar or similar safety device over the cutterhead With a firm grip ease the edge into t...

Page 17: ...n and long term cutting Small cutters may be solid carbide and some use inserts Since there are such a wide variety of choices the operator is limited only by his experience and imagination Stacked Cutters A variety of interesting and timesaving cuts can be made in a single set up by stacking the cutters When the operator stacks the cutters extra care should be taken to see that all parts are clea...

Page 18: ... workpiece is shaped with a Drop Leaf Bead cutter the table workpiece is shaped with a Drop Leaf Cove cutter With this type joint the whole edge of both workpieces is shaped same side up and allowance made for a 1 16 reduction in width Adjust the infeed fence to reduce the workpiece width by 1 16 and adjust the outfeed fence to compensate for stock removed Taper Cuts Taper cuts can be made by offs...

Page 19: ...greatly increase the shaper s durability and efficiency by removing dust and grime that can gum up moving parts Sharp cutters are essential for top performance If you find that the machine cuts less than efficiently than usual inspect the cutter s replace or repair them as necessary Lubrication Your shaper comes with factory sealed ball bearings A sealed ball bearing requires no lubrication during...

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