Wen JT6561 Instruction Manual Download

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6-INCH

BENCHTOP JOINTER

Instruction Manual

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trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use

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Page 1: ...ouble free performance Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation warnings and cautions If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose you will enjoy years of safe reliable service NEED HELP CONTACT US Have product questions Need technical support Please feel free to contact us TECHSUPPORT WENPRODUCTS COM 1 800 232 1195 M F 8AM 5PM CST For replacement parts and the most up to ...

Page 2: ...ormation 8 BEFORE OPERATING 9 Unpacking Packing List 9 Know Your Jointer 10 Assembly Adjustments 10 OPERATION MAINTENANCE 13 Operation 13 Maintenance 17 Troubleshooting Guide 19 Exploded View Parts List 20 Warranty Statement 23 2 To purchase accessories for your tool visit WENPRODUCTS COM Replacement Blades Part No 6560 083 ...

Page 3: ... com for the most up to date manual or contact our customer service at 1 800 232 1195 Keep this manual available to all users during the entire life of the tool and review it frequently to maximize safety for both yourself and others Indicates danger warning or caution The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding Always follow the safety precau...

Page 4: ...hock PERSONAL SAFETY 1 Stay alert watch what you are doing and use com mon sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inatten tion while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury 2 Use personal protective equipment Always wear eye protection Protective equipment such as a respira ...

Page 5: ...cordance with these instructions taking into ac count the working conditions and the work to be per formed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situa tion 8 Use clamps to secure your workpiece to a stable surface Holding a workpiece by hand or using your body to support it may lead to loss of control 9 KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working or...

Page 6: ...brush or compressed air to remove chips or debris Never use your hands to remove excess material and debris 7 Allow the jointer to come to full speed before using the machine 8 WORKPIECE REQUIREMENTS Check the workpiece carefully for splits knots nails or other obstructions These types of blemishes may cause a safety risk during smoothing 9 USE HIGH QUALITY LUMBER Blades last longer and cuts are s...

Page 7: ...l is plugged in during an accessory change or adjustment 21 CLEANING Never use solvents to clean plastic parts Solvents could dissolve or otherwise damage the material Use only a soft damp cloth to clean plastic parts 22 REPLACEMENTS Should any component of your jointer be missing damaged or fail in any way shut off the switch and remove the plug from power supply outlet Replace the missing damage...

Page 8: ...on of the equipment grounding conductor can result in electric shock The conductor with the green insulation with or without yellow stripes is the equipment grounding conductor If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary DO NOT connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal 1 Examine extension cord before use Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and ...

Page 9: ...ing list below to make sure you have all of the parts and accessories If any part is missing or broken please contact customer service at 1 800 232 1195 M F 8 5 CST or email techsupport wenproducts com UNPACKING PACKING LIST PACKING LIST Accessories Jointer Fence Fence Bevel Handle with Spacer Fence Bracket Assembly Spring Push Block Locking Plate Assembly Fence Support Dust Chute Push Stick Filte...

Page 10: ... the top of the plate should protrude through the slot in the fence support 3 Secure the plate in position with the fence sliding handle Fig 2 4 and the spacer Fig 2 5 NOTE The fence sliding handle Fig 2 4 and fence bevel handle Fig 3 5 are spring loaded and can be re positioned as need be Pull out on the handle re position it and let it spring back in place 1 Fig 2 5 4 2 2 3 Fence Infeed Table In...

Page 11: ... 2 Position the fence against the bolt Fig 4 3 and lock the fence in position with the fence bevel handle Fig 3 5 SQUARE THE FENCE 1 Place a combination square not included against the face of the fence and the table surface The fence and table must be at a 90 angle to each other If not loosen the fence bevel handle Fig 3 5 and the hex nut Fig 4 4 and turn the bolt Fig 4 5 with a screwdriver until...

Page 12: ...ix Phillips head screws Fig 7 2 from the bottom of the unit Set aside for later Remove the bottom cover to expose the inside of the unit 4 Look near the motor to locate the four set screws Fig 8 1 and four socket head bolts Fig 8 2 5 Using an M5 hex wrench loosen all four socket head bolts Fig 8 2 These hold the table to the frame of the jointer 6 Once all four screws from step 5 are loose use an ...

Page 13: ...pth of 1 32 Always using a depth of 1 8 will shorten lifespan of jointer and give a rougher finish Fig 9 1 2 DEPTH GAUGE A depth gauge Fig 9 3 is provided on the side of the infeed table and is a handy reference to quickly check the depth of cut The depth gauge has been calibrated at the factory but may need adjustment after shipping To calibrate depth gauge move infeed table so it is flush with o...

Page 14: ...is un plugged before checking the blades 2 Block the blade guard Fig 11 1 from closing using a scrap piece of 6 1 4 inch long wood Fig 11 2 between the fence and the guard 3 Turn the cutterhead so that one of the blades is at its highest position Fig 10 1 CAUTION The cutterhead blades Fig 11 3 are extremely sharp To avoid injury do not let your fingers contact the cutting edge 4 Place a straight e...

Page 15: ...before attempting to joint FEED A WORKPIECE Feed rate refers to the rate at which wood is passed over the blades An even feed rate produces a uniform finish 1 Hold the work piece firmly down on the feed table and against the fence 2 Feed the work piece at an even rate over the cutterhead Any hesita tion or stopping will cause a step to be cut in the work piece See Figs 14 16 for different feeding ...

Page 16: ...to 1 8 when using a dust collection system NOTE Make sure the jointer and dust collection system are on separate electrical circuits This will prevent circuits from overloading 1 Make sure the switch is in the OFF position and that the cord is un plugged before attaching the vacuum hose 2 Attach the dust collection hose to the dust port Fig 20 1 3 Turn the dust collection system ON before starting...

Page 17: ... on wood that has varying density Raised edges will also be produced where the blades have been nicked Blades on this jointer should always replaced as a matched set Keeping a spare set of blades on hand is recommended Replacement blades part no 6560 083 can be ordered from wenproducts com NOTE The blades on this jointer are NOT reversible WARNING To avoid accidents turn OFF and unplug the tool fr...

Page 18: ... it in the cutterhead securing it in place with the four blade lock screws Do not tighten the blade lock screws until you have checked that the blade height is level and properly aligned 5 Adjust as required using a straight edge as described in Adjust the Blade Height on p 14 of this manual Tighten the blade lock screws check the blade adjustment and make sure the blade is still level with the ou...

Page 19: ...ake shallower cuts Restricted air circulation due to dust accumulation Clean out the dust and restore normal air circulation Snipe gouging at end of boards Dull blades Replace or sharpen blades Inadequate support of long boards Support long boards Uneven feed Feed the workpiece at a consistent rate Poor dust extraction 1 Dust extraction manifold is clogged 2 The fan belt is bad 1 Clean inside of j...

Page 20: ...EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST 20 NOTE Not all parts may be available for purchase ...

Page 21: ...tion Bracket 4 35 JT6561 035 Table Support Plate 1 36 JT6561 036 Set Screw 4 No Part No Description Qty 37 JT6561 037 Set Screw 4 38 JT6561 038 Set Screw 1 39 6560 042 Hex Nut 1 40 6560 045 Set Screw 1 41 6560 046 Hex Nut 1 42 6560 047 Support Plate 1 43 6560 048 Lock Washer 2 44 6560 049 Socket Head Screw 2 45 6560 050 Elevation Screw 1 46 6560 051 Handwheel 1 47 6560 052 Flat Washer 1 48 6560 05...

Page 22: ...r 1 100 6560 100 Fan 1 101 6560 101 Mounting Plate 1 102 6560 102 Flat Washer 2 EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST No Part No Description Qty 103 6560 103 Lock Washer 2 104 6560 104 Socket Head Screw 2 105 6560 105 Fan Shaft 1 106 6560 106 Ball Bearing 2 107 6560 107 Spacer 1 108 6560 108 Set Screw 1 109 6560 109 Fan Pulley 1 110 6560 110 Self tapping Screw 6 111 6560 111 Base 1 112 6560 112 Flat Head Screw...

Page 23: ...ve parts and products may need to be sent to WEN before the replacements can be shipped out turning a product for warranty service the shipping charges must be prepaid by the purchaser The product must be shipped in its original container or an equivalent properly packed to withstand the hazards of shipment The product must be fully insured with a copy of the proof of purchase enclosed There must ...

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