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34-260

www.rikontools.com

34-260M2

Benchtop Mortising Machine

with X-Y Moving Table

Operator’s Manual

Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference.

Serial Number: _________________________ Date of purchase: _________________________

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CU72141729.01

CU72141730.01

Summary of Contents for 34-260

Page 1: ...l Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference Serial Number _________________________ Date of purchase _________________________ For technical support or parts questions email techsupport rikontools com or call toll free at 877 884 5167 CU72141729 01 CU72141730 01 ...

Page 2: ...ts 120 V Amps Hertz 3 6 A 60 Hz Chuck Capacity 1 2 1 5 13 mm Chuck Type Keyed Chisel Shank Diameter 1 3 4 5 8 bushings Chisel Range 1 4 to 5 8 Chisel Stroke 4 3 4 Table Size Width x Depth 7 x 8 1 4 Maximum Clamping Hold Down Width 3 7 8 Maximum Height Under Chisel 5 Table Movement Left to Right 6 5 8 Table Movement Back to Front 4 Fence Size 2 Height x 7 1 16 Long Overall Size LxWxH 22 1 2 x 21 3 ...

Page 3: ...d prong is used to ground the tool and provide protection against accidental electric shock DO NOT remove the 3rd prong See Grounding Instructions on the following pages 4 AVOID A DANGEROUS WORKING ENVIRONMENT DO NOT use electrical tools in a damp environment or expose them to rain 5 DO NOT use electrical tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gasses 6 ALWAYS keep the work area clean well l...

Page 4: ...ker cord An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in a loss of power and overheating USE ONLY A 3 WIRE EXTENSION CORD THAT HAS A 3 PRONG GROUNDING PLUG AND A 3 POLE RECEPTACLE THAT ACCEPTS THE TOOL S PLUG 27 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe and proper operation of this product is available from Power Tool Institute 1300 Summer Avenue Cleveland OH 44115 2851 www power...

Page 5: ... the grounding instructions or if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded when installing or replacing a plug USE ONLY A 3 WIRE EXTENSION CORD THAT HAS THE PROPER TYPE OF A 3 PRONG GROUNDING PLUG THAT MATCHES THE MACHINE S 3 PRONG PLUG AND ALSO THE 3 POLE RECEPTACLE THAT ACCEPTS THE TOOL S PLUG REPLACE A DAMAGED OR WORN CORD IMMEDIATELY This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an...

Page 6: ...proper ventilation 7 Before operating this mortiser remove tie rings watches and other jewelry and roll sleeves up past the elbows Remove all loose clothing and confine long hair Non slip footwear or anti skid floor strips are recommended Do not wear gloves 8 Do not operate this machine while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or any medication 9 Do not attempt to operate this machine u...

Page 7: ...hine 2 Report any shipping damage to your local distributor 3 Clean all rust protected surfaces with ordinary house hold type grease or spot remover Do not use gasoline paint thinner mineral spirits etc These may damage painted surfaces 4 Apply a coat of paste wax to the table to prevent rust Wipe all parts thoroughly with a clean dry cloth 5 Set packing material and shipping carton aside Do not d...

Page 8: ...Hex Wrenches 3 4 6mm I Bushings 5 8 3 4 J Chisels Bits 1 4 5 16 3 8 1 2 K Tool Holder 2 Screws 2 Washers L Manual Warranty Card 34 260 www rikontools com 34 260M1 Benchtop Mortising Machine with X Y Moving Table Operator s Manual Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference Serial Number _________________________ Date of purchase _________________________ For t...

Page 9: ... in place with the Locking Handle Screw 4 FIG 2 The handle s lower end has a milled slot on the outside surface The locking handle s screw should be positioned in this slot when secured Install the Front Hand Wheel which moves the sliding table left or right 1 Attach the Handle Shaft 84 onto the Gear Shaft 83 which extends out from the front of the machine s Base 25 The hex Screw 86 threads throug...

Page 10: ...m in place by tightening the set screws that were loosened in step 2 FIG 6 NOTE The stop collars can moved along the stop rods and also rotated so that the adjustable locking Handles 74 do not interfere with the sliding table Install the Tool Holder 16 onto the upper left side of the column using two hex Screws with Washers 18 FIG 7 Installing the Mortising Chisel and Drill Bit The 34 260 Mortiser...

Page 11: ...two means A Remove the Clamping Assembly 37 from the table 42 to gain access to the chisel Place a square against the fence and side of the chisel FIG 11 If an adjustment is needed loosen the bushing set screw and rotate the chisel until it is square with the fence Then tighten the bushing set screw Re install the clamping assembly once the chisel is set B The back side of the square chisel can al...

Page 12: ... a separate set of dovetail ways FIG 13 A The front Hand Wheel 33 B controls the side to side table move ment 1 To tighten or loosen the movement of the sliding plate pressure on the dovetails can be adjusted with the 3 Screws and Nuts 47 48 that are located in the front of the sliding plate FIG 13 C These put pressure on the Drift Plate 24 which rests against the plate s dovetails 2 To secure the...

Page 13: ...this mark FIG 16 To keep the mortising head in this location the locking head Screw 64 see page 9 can be tightened NOTE The depth of the mortise should be set to the chisel point not to the tip of the drill bit The extra depth cut by the drill bit will allow room for any excess glue 2 Position the depth stop Plate 81 FIG 17 A along the Guide Column Rod 10 until the hex head Bolt 79 hits the Depth ...

Page 14: ... every use to avoid future problems and ensure the machine is in ready condition for the next time it is used OPERATION Before turning on the machine review the safety precautions listed on pages 3 to 6 Make sure that you fully understand the features adjustments and capabilities of the machine that are outlined throughout this manual Tips on usage can be found in books magazines researching the i...

Page 15: ...as failed 4 Feed rate is too great 1 Reduce load on the motor 2 Correct low voltage conditions 3 Replace motor capacitor 4 Reduce rate and force when drilling Difficulty pulling handle down during boring 1 Chisel or drill bit is dull 2 Drill bit does not extend out far enough from the chisel 3 Chisel is too big for the job 1 Sharpen or replace the chisel bit 2 Reposition the drill bit in the chise...

Page 16: ...PARTS DIAGRAM 16 NOTE Please reference the Manufacturer s Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts For Parts under Warranty the Serial Number of your machine is required ...

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Page 18: ...ND BITS Machined steel chisels have 5 8 shanks Drill bits have brad points single cutting edge and up spiral flutes for rapid chip removal Both chisel and bits require final sharpening before use 29 914 1 4 Mortising Chisel Bit 29 915 5 16 Mortising Chisel Bit 29 913 3 8 Mortising Chisel Bit 29 912 1 2 Mortising Chisel Bit ...

Page 19: ...19 WARRANTY ...

Page 20: ...www rikontools com 34 260M2 34 260 For more information 16 Progress Road Billerica MA 01821 877 884 5167 978 528 5380 techsupport rikontools com ...

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