laguna JX12 Sheartec:II, Owner'S Manual

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16 JX|12 & JX|16 Sheartec:II Jointers \ Setup Placement & Unboxing
6. Allow an area for the storage of blanks, finished products and tools.
Unboxing
WARNING!
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THE MACHINE WEIGHS 1043 LBS (473KG) (THE JX16 WEIGHS 1254 LBS (568KG) ). ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE ENOUGH
PEOPLE TO DO THE JOB SAFELY.
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IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT ABOUT THE DESCRIBED PROCEDURE, SEEK PROFESSIONAL ASSISTANCE. DO NOT
ATTEMPT ANY PROCEDURE THAT YOU FEEL IS UNSAFE, OR THAT YOU DO NOT HAVE THE PHYSICAL CAPABILITY OF
ACHIEVING.
This step requires a forklift. The machine is heavy, be careful when lifting and handling it! Failure to comply
may cause serious injury and/or damage to the machine and/or property! Use a forklift to remove the
machine from pallet and place on floor.
NOTICE! Another option to remove the jointer from the pallet is to attach the included hooks to frame of
machine at each of the four corners (Fig. 3). The hooks and bolts are included in the hardware kit. The
machine can then be lifted with a harness and forklift. Remove and save hooks for later movement
scenarios.
FIGURE 3: COVER REMOVED FROM CRATE
FIGURE 4: CRATE REMOVED
The Jointer comes packed in a single crate. Before attempting to assemble this machine, follow these
directions:
1. Remove the top covering the machine, typically screwed (or nailed) in place.
2. Remove the two ends of the crate.
3. Remove the top cross pieces and the sides of the crate.
4. Cut the banding (use gloves & eye protection) being careful not to be in the path of the banding when
cut.
5. Remove any packing material such as cardboard or foam.
6. Using the information below, ensure that all parts are present and in good condition.
Alternate Method
Another option to remove the jointer from the pallet is to attach hooks to frame of machine at each of the
top four corners of the base (Fig. 5). The hooks and bolts are included in the hardware. The holes are