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Model W1745W (For Machines Mfd. Since 9/16)
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OPERATIONS
General
This machine will perform many types of operations
that are beyond the scope of this manual. Many of these
operations can be dangerous or deadly if performed
incorrectly.
The instructions in this section are written with the
understanding that the operator has the necessary
knowledge and skills to operate this machine. If at any
time you are experiencing difficulties performing any
operation, stop using the machine!
The overview below provides the novice machine operator
with a basic understanding of how the machine is used
during operation, so the machine controls/components
discussed later in this manual are easier to understand.
Due to its generic nature, this overview is
NOT
intended
to be an instructional guide.
To reduce your risk of serious injury
or damage to the machine, read this
entire manual BEFORE using machine.
To reduce the risk of eye injury and
long-term respiratory damage, always
wear safety glasses and a respirator
while operating this machine.
DO NOT investigate problems or adjust
the jointer while it is running. Wait
until the machine is turned
OFF
,
unplugged and all working parts
have come to a complete stop before
proceeding!
To complete typical operation, operator does following:
1.
Examines workpiece to verify it is safe and suitable
for cutting.
2.
Adjusts fence for width of workpiece and locks it in
place.
3.
Adjusts fence tilt, if necessary, and tightens fence
lock lever to secure angle setting.
4.
Adjusts infeed table height to set depth-of-cut per
pass.
5.
Puts on safety glasses and respirator.
6.
Locates push blocks.
7.
Starts jointer.
8.
Using push blocks, holds workpiece firmly against
both the infeed table and fence, and slides it into
cutterhead at a steady and controlled rate until entire
length of workpiece has advanced beyond cutterhead
to outfeed table.
9.
Repeats
Steps 5–8
until satisfied with the results.
10.
Stops jointer.
Operation Overview
