Edge jointing (see example Figures below)
produces a flat and true surface along the side of
a workpiece by removing uneven areas. It is an
essential step for squaring up warped or rough
stock and when preparing a workpiece for joinery
or finishing.
To edge joint on jointer:
1.
Inspect stock to ensure it is safe and suitable
for the operation (see Stock Inspection &
Requirements on Page 23).
2.
Set infeed table height to desired cutting
depth for each pass.
CAUTION:
To minimize risk of kickback,
do not exceed a cutting depth of
1
⁄
8
" per pass.
3.
Set fence to 90°.
4.
Start jointer.
5.
Place workpiece firmly against fence and
infeed table.
CAUTION:
To ensure workpiece remains
stable during cut, concave sides of workpiece
must face toward table and fence.
6.
Feed workpiece completely across cutterhead
while keeping it firmly against fence and
tables during the entire cut.
CAUTION:
Keep hands at least 4"
away from cutterhead during the entire
cut. Instead of allowing a hand to pass
directly over cutterhead, lift it up and
over cutterhead, and safely reposition it
on the outfeed side to continue supporting
workpiece. Use push blocks whenever
practical to further reduce risk of accidental
hand contact with cutterhead.
7.
Repeat
Step 6 until the entire edge is flat.
Tip:
When squaring up stock, cut opposite
edge of workpiece with a table saw instead
of the jointer—otherwise, both edges of
workpiece will not be parallel with each
other.
Removed
Surface
Figure 21. Generic example photo of an edge jointing
operation.
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For Machines Mfd. Since 10/20
South Bend Tools
Model SB1091
O P E R A T I O N
Edge Jointing
