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SPECIFICATIONS
Input
240 V 50 Hz
Wattage
600 W
No-load speed
12000 rpm
Adjustable height
5 - 35 mm
Adjustable angle
0° - 90°
Blade size
100 x 22 x 4 mm
Biscuit size
#0, #10, #20
Weight
2.65 kg
APPLICATIONS
Use only for the purposes listed below:
cutting and joining of timber
edge joining long boards of either natural wood or
manufactured sheeting
FEATURES
The biscuit joiner is designed for cutting and joining
of timber. It provides an accurate, effective and
convenient alternative to other means of joining
(such as doweling) and can be particularly useful for
edge joining long boards of either natural wood or
manufactured sheeting.
The 100 mm (4 in) TCT blade is plunged into the wood
to the required depth, which is pre-set depending on
the biscuit to be used. Commonly available biscuits
are #20 (12 mm wide), #10 (10 mm wide) and #0 (8
mm wide). Glue is applied and the biscuit inserted
into the semicircular slot that is left by the blade. As
the glue sets, it expands the biscuit, resulting in an
extremely strong join. The adjustable fence allows the
height and angle of the blade to be positioned to suit
different join requirements. The depth of cut can be
dialed up on the pre-set control dial, depending on the
biscuit to be used. As with dowels, two biscuits can be
used, one above the other, for extra strength.
ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING
Before making any adjustments, unplug the tool.
FENCE ADJUSTMENTS
See Figure 1 - 2.
The joiner comes with two fence options. The joiner
comes with the fixed fence attached. This allows cuts
at 90 degrees to a cut height of a maximum of 35 mm
(1-3/8 in). To adjust the cut height, loosen the height
lock knob and rotate the height adjustment knob to
achieve the desired cut height. Tighten the height lock
knob firmly using finger pressure only.
The adjustable fence will cut joins at angles from 0 to
90 degrees at a fixed cut height of 9 mm (5/16 in) (the
center of a 25.4 mm board). To utilize the adjustable
fence, remove the fixed fence by loosening the height
lock knob and rotating the height adjustment knob
until the fixed fence comes clear of the top of the joiner
fence. Loosen the angle lock knob and move the
adjustable fence to the desired angle and re-tighten the
knob. When using the adjustable fence for 90-degree
cuts, it is recommended that you verify the angle of cut
with a measuring tool such as a combination square or
other device. Angle cuts of other degrees should also
be verified with additional measuring tools.
PLUNGE DEPTH ADJUSTMENT
See Figure 3.
The depth of cut can be set to match the dimensions
of the particular size of biscuit you use. The numbers
on the depth selector coincide with the three most
common sizes of biscuits, 0-10-20. The letter “M”
stands for maximum depth capacity of the tool (18
mm).
To select a depth, align the appropriate number with
the mark on the tool's housing. Rotate the depth
adjustment dial to the desired position and it “clicks”
into place.
FINE DEPTH ADJUSTMENT
See Figure 4.
All biscuits are manufactured to slightly different sizes,
so you might need to adjust the depth of cut on the
tool. The depth adjustment rod can be rotated to
increase or decrease the depth of cut.
OPERATION
See Figure 5.
Biscuit joiners can be used for making various types of
strong, accurate joins in pieces of timber or wood sheeting.
To cut the biscuit slot, the body of the joiner is moved
toward the material after alignment. By utilizing the various
features of the biscuit joiner you can create a wide range
of different types of joins. Always make a reference line to
line up the machine with the center of the material to be
plunged to ensure accurate biscuit placement.
NOTE:
The center of the adjustable fence is omitted in
order to better explain the joining process.
MAKING A NORMAL BISCUIT CUT
See Figure 6 - 7.
1. Position your workpieces together and draw a
reference mark at 90° to the center point of each
proposed join location. Space the joins about 100 mm
(4 in) apart.
2. Separate your work material and clamp each piece
securely to a stable work bench or work table.
