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OPERATION
TOOL PURPOSE
Jointing is a surfacing operation in which a small amount of wood is removed from the edges and faces of boards
to smooth and straighten the surfaces. This allows the edges of two boards to fit together to form a seamless joint.
Of course, you probably already knew all that, otherwise why would you have bought a jointer?
Planing refers to the sizing of lumber to a desired thickness while creating a level surface parallel to the opposite
side of the board. Depth of cut is the term used to indicate how deep the blades will cut into the workpiece.
WARNING!
Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according on the instructions. Failure
to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury.
ADJUST THE DEPTH OF CUT
The depth of cut is adjusted by the relative positioning of the infeed
table with respect to the cutterhead. The infeed table (Fig. 9 - 1) can be
raised or lowered using the infeed adjustment knob (Fig. 9 - 2). Turning
the knob clockwise will raise the infeed table, causing less wood to be
removed from the workpiece. Turning the hand wheel counterclockwise
will lower the infeed table, causing more wood to be removed from the
workpiece. Do not make jointing cuts deeper than 1/8 of an inch. Use
the onboard depth gauge to check the depth of cut (see next section).
NOTE:
For a smooth finish, it is recommended to do multiple passes at
a lower depth. We recommend using a depth of 1/32”. Always using a
depth of 1/8” will shorten lifespan of jointer and give a rougher finish.
Fig. 9
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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 outfeed table. Place a steel straight-edge across infeed
and outfeed tables. Ensure that the straight-edge lies flat along both tables. If the depth gauge pointer does not point
to “0”, loosen the Phillips-head screw on the pointer, adjust the pointer so it points to “0”, and tighten the screw.
Periodically check the depth gauge’s alignment, as the vibration of the machine may cause it to need re-adjusting
over a long period of time.
BEVEL THE FENCE
NOTE:
As long as you have squared the machine (p. 11), then the fence can easily be set to 45° using the limit stops.
However, it is always advisable to check your angles with a piece of scrap wood before jointing your final workpiece.
The fence can be positioned to joint the wood at any angle from 45° inward to 45° outward.
1. Before adjusting the fence’s angle, make sure that unit is unplugged and the power switch is in the OFF position.
2. Turn the fence bevel handle (Fig. 3 - 5) counterclockwise to loosen it. If you find it necessary to reposition the
handle, pull it outwards, turn the handle to the new position, and release it.
3. Manually tilt the fence to desired angle; use an angle gauge block (not included) to see the current angle.
4. Once the desired angle has been achieved, tighten the bevel handle.
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