40605 - 8" Industrial Jointer - Steel City Tool Works
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1. Gum Pitch or Resin A sticky sap based residue that comes from wood products Snipe Gouging or depression of the board at the ends Snipe can occur either at the beginning of the board going into the jointer or at the end of the board as it comes out of the jointer FEATURE IDENTIFICATION A Outfeed Table E Push Blocks I Outfeed Table Lock B Fence F Infeed Table J Dust Port C Cutterhead Guard G Infeed Table Adjustment Handle K Outfeed Table Adjustment Handle D On Off Switch H Infeed Table Lock GENERAL SAFETY AWARNING TO AVOID serious injury and damage to the machine read and follow all Safety and Operating Instructions before assembling and operating this machine This manual is not totally comprehensive It does not and can not convey every possible safety and opera tional problem which may arise while using this machine The manual will cover many of the basic and specific safety procedures needed in an industrial envi ronment All federal and state laws and any regulations having jurisdiction covering the safety requirements for use of this machine take precedence over the statements in this manual Users of this machine must adhere to all such regulations Below is a list of symbols that are used to attract your attention to possible dangerous conditions This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety mes sages that follow this sy2. STEEL User Manual Read and understand this manual before using machine 8 INDUSTRIAL JOINTER Model Number 40605 G STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS Manual Part No OR70871 THANK YOU for purchasing your new Steel City Jointer This jointer has been designed tested and inspected with you the customer in mind When properly used and maintained your jointer will provide you with years of trouble free service which is why it is backed by one of the longest machinery warranties in the business This jointer is just one of many products in the Steel City s family of woodworking machinery and is proof of our commitment to total customer satisfaction At Steel City we continue to strive for excellence each and every day and value the opinion of you our customer For comments about your jointer or Steel City Tool Works please visit our web site at www steelcitytoolworks com TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION SECTION 1 i ei a a 4 SECTION 2 Product SpecificationiS s s ia g a dead akte a Eve ere tasa seta aa N KI te 7 SECTION 3 Accessories and LSE 7 SECTION 4 Definition of 8 SECTION 5 Feature genica ec 9 SECTION 6 Generali EE 10 SECTION 7 Produot Safely NM e a 12 SECTION 8 Electrical 51018 10110 13 SEC
3. The Jointer is extremely heavy Have two or more people help lift and move it around when assembling 1 Have one person lift up on each side of the jointer and place the jointer on top of the stand SEE FIG 5 2 Line up the eight holes on the top of the stand with the eight threaded holes on the bottom of the jointer base 3 Fasten the jointer to the stand using the eight Socket head cap screws eight flat washers and eight lockwashers NOTICE The outfeed end of the jointer A must be pointed towards the end of the stand with the dust chute B SEE FIG 5 ASSEMBLING BELT AND 2 Make certain the motor pulley C is properly aligned with cutterhead pulley B by placing a ALIGNING PULLEYS straight edge D Fig 8 onto the face of each Fig 6 pulley as shown SEE FIG 8 Fig 8 1 Place belt A in groove of cutterhead pulley B and motor pulley C SEE FIGS 6 AND 7 3 If an adjustment is needed the motor pulley can be moved in or out on the motor shaft or the motor can be shifted by loosening motor mounting screws After adjustments are made tighten motor mount ing hardware and motor pulley set screw Fig 7 ADJUSTING BELT TENSION 1 Correct belt tension is obtained when there is approximately 1 deflection at the center span of the belt using light finger pressure 2 If an adjustment is required the motor can be raised or lowered to obtain the correct belt tension 3 Tighten motor mounting har
4. 208 4 22104 220 4 21764 21168 N 21264 21864 21368 21462 21568 21662 40 KEY NO 200 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 209 210 211 212 213 214 215 216 217 218 219 220 221 222 223 224 225 226 227 228A 228B 228C 229 230 231 232 PART NO OR91778 OR90462 OR70854 OR93961 OR70855 OR70856 OR90059 OR90235 OR91778 OR90462 OR70857 OR90307 OR90311 OR70858 OR70859 OR93962 OR70860 OR93963 OR93964 OR93965 OR93966 OR93967 OR93968 OR90369 OR93969 OR70861 OR90222 OR90219 OR70423 OR70370 OR70862 OR91806 OR90248 OR93977 OR70484 DESCRIPTION M5 x 16mm PAN HD SCR M5 FLAT WASHER PANEL M6 x 12mm FLANGE SCR BELT GUARD CABINET M6 FLAT WASHER M6 HEX NUT M5 x 16mm PAN HD SCR M5 FLAT WASHER DUST CHUTE M8 HEX NUT M8 FLAT WASHER SLEEVE WHEEL M8 x 65mm HEX HEAD BOLT MOTOR BRACKET MOTOR BRACKET NUT MOTOR BRACKET SCREW MOTOR CARRIAGE SCREW FLAT WASHER MOTOR CARRIAGE NUT ADJUSTING SCR 3 8 16 HEX NUT V BELT MOTOR PULLEY M6 x 10mm HEX SOC SET SCR 5mm x 5mm x 30mm KEY 2HP MOTOR MOTOR SPEC PLATE CAPACITOR M8 x 25mm SOC HD CAP SCR M8 LOCK WASHER CABLE GROMMET NAME PLATE QTY A A N N N D A A A A A NNNNA N 41 KEY NO 233 234 245 246 247 248 249 250 251 252 253 254 255 256 257 258 259 260 261 262 263 270 271 272 273 274 275 276 277 280 281 282 285 286 287 PART NO OR93
5. Fig 36 4 Using an allen wrench lower the two knife adjust ment blocks to the bottom of the cutterhead by turn ing screws C counterclockwise in all three slots of the cutterhead 5 Before assembling knives make certain the knives and locking bars are thoroughly clean and free of gum and pitch 6 Place the knife locking bars and knives into each slot in the cutterhead AWARNING CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN INSERTING THE KNIVES AS THE CUTTING EDGES ARE VERY SHARP WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES WHEN HANDLING THE KNIVES 7 Push the knife down as far as possible and turn each screw B counterclockwise just enough to hold the knife in position Replace the remaining two knives in the same manner 8 The knives are adjusted correctly when the cutting edge of the knife extends out 015 from the cutter head diameter 9 Carefully rotate the cutterhead until the round por tion of the cutterhead is on top as shown 32 10 11 12 Place a 015 feeler gage on the cutterhead and using a straight edge on the rear table adjust the height of the rear table until it is 015 above the cuttinghead diameter Lock the rear table in position and remove the feeler gage Lower the infeed table and place a straight edge E on the outfeed table extending over the cutter head D as shown SEE FIG 37 Fig 37 13 14 15 Rotate the cutterhead by hand until the knife is at its highest point at each e
6. Hertz RPM 2 HP 10 5 230 Single 60 3450 no load Product Specifications Noise Level Decibel Table Knives High Speed Steel 80 dB 8 x 76 1 2 3 1 8 x 3 4 x 8 Knife Adjustment Jackscrews Maximum Speed of Cutterhead 5500 RPM Knife Cuts Per Minute 16 500 CPM Maximum Depth of Cut 5 8 Maximum Rabbeting Cut 5 8 x 8 Fence Size Overall 5 x 36 ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS Product Dimensions Footprint Length Width Height Total Net Weight Shipping Dimensions JOINTER Carton Type Length Width Height Gross Weight STAND Carton Type Length Width Height Gross Weight 37 x 17 1 2 76 1 2 26 49 508 Ibs with stand Crate 81 1 4 25 12 1 2 427 lbs Cardboard 38 18 27 172 Ibs There are a variety of accessories available for your Steel City Product For more information on any accessories associated with this and other machines please contact your nearest Steel City distributor or visit our website at www steelcitytoolworks com DEFINITION OF TERMS Rabbet A rectangular cut or groove along or near the edge of a piece of wood that allows another piece to fit into it to form a joint Edge Jointing The process of making the edge of a piece of stock straight and square Face Jointing Similar to edge jointing except rather then the edge it is the face of the board that is being machined flat and square
7. This is done to avoid exposure of hand to sharp blade 3 Locate the mounting hole on the right hand side of the rabbetting ledge Be sure the 4 MM locking set Screw is not protruding into the mounting hole at this time 4 Place a 6 MM allen wrench into the top bolt of the guard A and place the guard above the table posi tioned over the cutterhead SEE FIG 16 5 Rotate the 6 MM allen wrench clockwise slightly until the flat on the mounting shaft lines up with the 4 mm allen set screw B on the side of the mounting hole 6 Drop the shaft C in the hole until it is seated 7 Tighten the 4mm set screw 8 Check guard clearance to be sure it is not dragging over table surface or cutterhead If the guard is too low loosen the 4mm allen set screw and raise the guard slightly CAUTION Test the guard and be sure it springs back to the fence when pulled out Test with the fence in its furthest position from the guard Make it a habit to check this important safety feature every time before using the jointer ASSEMBLING DUST CHUTE The jointer stand has a built in dust chute If this machine is to be used with a dust collection system the supplied dust port A can be fastened to jointer stand B with four 10 16 x 1 2 hex head screws C SEE FIG 17 Fig 17 A standard 4 dust collection hose can be attached to dust collector connector NOTE DO NOT ATTACH DUST PORT IF YOU DO NOT PLAN TO CONNECT THE JOINTE
8. curved or bowed at the end of the cut 9 Asa final check run a piece of work slowly over the knives for 6 to 8 inches The wood should rest firmly on both tables with no open spaces under the finished cut ADJUSTING FENCE POSITIVE STOPS The fence on your jointer is equipped with positive stops at the most used fence positions of 90 degrees and 45 degrees in and out To check and adjust the positive stops proceed as follows A WARNING DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE 1 Position the fence 90 degrees to the table by making sure end of plunger A is engaged in notch in index collar B as shown and tighten lock handle C SEE FIG 30 Fig 30 Using a square check to see if the fence is at 90 degrees to the table If the fence is not at 90 degrees to the table loosen set screw E in the index collar B and loosen the fence locking handle C Move the fence until you are certain it is at 90 degrees to the table and tight en locking handle C and set screw E To tilt the fence in or out loosen handle C pull out plunger A and move the fence to the desired angle Tilt the fence inward as far as possible and using a combination square check to see if the fence is tilted inward 45 degrees If an adjustment is neces sary loosen locknut F and turn adjusting screw D in or out until the fence is 45 degrees to the table and tighten locknut F Then tighten lock handle C SEE FIGS 30 AND
9. OR THE OPERATION OR USE OF ITS MACHINERY INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGES ARISING FROM DAMAGE TO FIXTURES TOOLS EQUIPMENT PARTS OR MATERIALS DIRECT OR INDIRECT LOSS CAUSED BY ANY OTHER PARTY LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS FINANCING OR INTEREST CHARGES AND CLAIMS BY ANY THIRD PERSON WHETHER OR NOT NOTICE OF SUCH POSSIBLE DAMAGES HAS BEEN GIVEN TO SCTW B DAMAGES OF ANY KIND FOR ANY DELAY BY OR FAILURE OF SCTW TO PERFORM ITS OBLIGATIONS UNDER THIS AGREEMENT OR C CLAIMS MADE A SUBJECT OF A LEGAL PROCEEDING AGAINST SCTW MORE THAN ONE 1 YEAR AFTER SUCH CAUSE OF ACTION FIRST AROSE The validity construction and performance of this Warranty and any sale of machinery by SCTW shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania without regard to conflicts of laws pro visions of any jurisdiction Any action related in any way to any alleged or actual offer acceptance or sale by SCTW or any claim related to the performance of any agreement including without limitation this Warranty shall take place in the federal or state courts in Allegheny County Pennsylvania STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS WARRANTY CARD 22 11 8 How would you rank your woodworking skills Street Simple ____ Intermediate Apt No ____ Advance Master Craftsman Citv State Zip Phone Number 9 How many Steel City machines do you own E Mail 10 What stationary woodwor
10. OR90059 OR90235 OR91806 OR90248 OR90311 OR70827 OR70828 DESCRIPTION CLAMP PLATE PIVOT BRACKET ADJUSTING BLOCK M12 HEX NUT MEDIUM ADJUSTING SCR RIVET SCALE TABLE SHAFT POINTER 3mm x 10mm SPRING PIN M4 x 10mm FLAT HD SCR M8 x 16mm HEX SOC SET SCR TABLE SHAFT ECCENTRIC BUSHING TABLE LOCK LEVER FLAT WASHER 8 4mm x 30mm x 5mm CHIP BREAKER M6 FLAT WASHER M6 x 12mm HEX HD SCR SPRING PIN SPRING LONG ADJUSTING SCR M6 x 10mm HEX SOC SET SCR M6 x 10mm HEX SOC SET SCR M10 HEX NUT SHORT ADJUSTING SCR BASE SWITCH ASSY M5 x 20mm PAN HD SCR M5 EXT TOOTH WASHER M6 x 12mm FLANGE SCR FLAT HD SCR STRAIN RELIEF M6 FLAT WASHER M6 HEX NUT M8 x 25mm SOC HD CAP SCR M8 LOCK WASHER M8 FLAT WASHER SWITCH BRACKET SWITCH BOX PLATE QTY N A N o N N N N N N o CO n m m N m NNA N o N 100 102622 105 110 111 120 11262 113 4 150 1332 151 1342 15864 15362 154 ae 0 157 14862 14962 158 IVA 38 KEY NO 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 128 129 130 131 PART NO OR93981 OR70830 OR93951 OR70831 OR70832 OR93913 OR70833 OR93952 OR70834 OR70835 OR90235 OR91749 OR70836 OR92174 OR70837 OR70838 OR91793 OR93953 OR91749 OR90235 OR93954 OR70839 OR90938 OR90059 OR70840 OR93913 DESCRIPTION KNOB STUD M6 x 16mm HEX S
11. applies to your work area Use any machine with respect and caution Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury and damage to the machine STOP using the machine if at any time you experience difficulties in performing any operation Contact your supervisor instructor or machine service center immedi ately START STOP SWITCH The START STOP switch assembly is located above the infeed table To turn the jointer ON push the green start button A To turn the jointer OFF push the red stop paddle B SEE FIG 32A Fig 32A 27 A WARNING CHILDPROOF THE WORKSHOP AREA by removing switch keys unplugging tools from the electrical receptacles and using padlocks LOCKING SWITCH IN THE OFF POSITION When the jointer is not in use the start button can be locked so that it cannot be started using a padlock through the holes in the side of the start button CIRCUIT BREAKER Your jointer is supplied with a resettable circuit breaker C It is located on the side of the start stop switch box If the motor shuts off or fails to start due to an overload condition turn the jointer OFF let the motor cool for three to five minutes and push the reset button on the circuit breaker to reset the breaker The motor can then be turned on again in the usual manner SEE FIG 32A The following directions will give the beginner a start on jointer operations Use scrap pieces of lumber to check settings
12. connect the green or ground wire to a live terminal A machine with a 230 volt plug should only be connect ed to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug EXTENSION CORDS A WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock use the proper gauge of extension cord When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your machine will draw The smaller the gauge number the larger the diameter of the extension cord is If in doubt of the proper size of an extension cord use a shorter and thicker cord An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage result ing in a loss of power and overheating A CAUTION USE ONLY a 3 wire extension cord that has a 3 prong grounding plug and a 3 pole receptacle that accepts the machine s plug If you are using an extension cord outdoors be sure it is marked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indi cate that it is acceptable for outdoor use Make certain the extension cord is properly sized and in good electrical condition Always replace a worn or damaged extension cord immediately or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it Protect your extension cords from sharp objects exces sive heat and damp or wet areas MINIMUM RECOMMENDED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS AWG 230 VOLT OPERATION ONLY 14 ANG 12 ANG 10 AWG 10 AWG Not recommended Oto 6 Amps 8 Amps 8 to 12 Amps 12 to 15 Amps 15 to 2
13. cutting depth when surface planing or working with hard woods Check moisture content and allow to dry if moisture is too high Replace knives Adjust one of the nicked knives sideways replace knives Slow down the feed rate Adjust the knives so they are set up evenly in the cutterhead Hold board with even pressure as it moves over the cutterhead Take partial cuts to remove the extreme high spots before doing a full pass Surface plane one face so there is a good surface to position against the fence It may take 3 to 5 passes to achieve a perfect edge depending on the starting condition of the board and the depth of cut Feed the board evenly and smoothly during the cut Raise the infeed table to take a smaller depth of cut Never exceed 1 16 per pass when rabbeting Adjust the knives so they are set up evenly in the cutterhead Adjust one of the nicked knives sideways replace knives NOTES 29 3 3063 ta I 3112 19 SS ECK Ke 50 2 51 2 36 KEY NO O o SN O 0 s O N 0 OQ oO BD CQ OQ CQ C CQ OQ cg N N NY N N NY D D D c 4 4 FSF ch FSF SF N N aA RK O N O CO 00 J GI O N O O o W N o PART NO OR70789 OR70790 OR93374 OR70791 OR70792 OR93372 OR93374 OR90059 OR70793 OR70794 OR93935 OR70795 OR90502 OR93936 OR93937 OR70796 OR70797 OR93938 OR93939 OR70798 OR70799 OR91806 OR93940
14. machine part or machine accessory which in normal use has proven to be defective provided that the customer returns the product shipping prepaid to an authorized service center with proof of purchase and provides SCTW with a reasonable opportunity to verify the alleged defect by inspection This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence accidents or lack of maintenance or to repairs or alterations made or specifically authorized by anyone other than SCTW Normal wear components are also excluded under this coverage Every effort has been made to ensure that all SCTW machinery meets the highest quality and durability standards We reserve the right to change specifications at any time due to our commitment to continuous improvement of the quality of our products EXCEPT AS SET FORTH ABOVE SCTW MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED REPRESENTA TIONS OR WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO ITS MACHINERY OR ITS CONDITION MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE SCTW FURNISHES THE ABOVE WARRANTIES IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH ARE HEREBY SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMED SCTW SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY A SPECIAL INDIRECT INCIDENTAL PUNITIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF PROFITS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THIS WARRANTY THE BREACH OF ANY AGREEMENT OR WARRANTY
15. the operator Repairs to the jointer should be performed by trained personnel only Contact your nearest Steel City Dealer for authorized service Unauthorized repairs or replace ment with non factory parts could cause serious injury to the operator and damage to the jointer WHETTING KNIVES A WARNING DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE Use a fine carborundum stone cover it partly with paper to avoid marking the table Lay the stone on the infeed table lower the table and turn the cutterhead forward until the stone lies flat on the bevel of the knife Hold the cutterhead from turning and whet the beveled edge of the knife stroking lengthwise by sliding the stone back and forth across the table Do the same amount of whetting on each of the three knives REMOVING REPLACING AND RESETTING KNIVES If the knives are removed from the cutterhead for replacement or sharpening care must be used in removing replacing and resetting them A WARNING DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE 1 Move the fence to the rear and remove the cutter head guard A WARNING BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL THAT YOUR HANDS DO NOT COME IN CONTACT WITH THE KNIVES THE KNIVES ARE VERY SHARP WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES WHEN HANDLING THE KNIVES 2 Using wrench A Fig 36 slightly loosen the four locking screws B in each knife slot by turning the screws B clockwise Loosen screws B further and remove knife and knife locking bar SEE FIG 36
16. 0 Amps UNPACKING amp INVENTORY AWARNING The machine is heavy two people are required to unpack and lift Use a safety strap to avoid tip over when lifting machine Check shipping carton and machine for damage before unpackaging Carefully remove packaging materials parts and machine from shipping carton Always check for and remove protective shipping materials around motors and moving parts Lay out all parts on a clean work surface Remove any protective materials and coatings from all of the parts and the jointer The protective coatings can be removed by spraying WD 40 on them and wiping it off with a soft cloth This may need to be redone several times before all of the protective coatings are removed completely After cleaning apply a good quality paste wax to any unpainted surfaces Make sure to buff out the wax before assembly Compare the items to inventory figures verify that all items are accounted for before discarding the shipping box A WARNING If any parts are missing do not attempt to plug in the power cord and turn ON the machine The machine should only be turned ON after all the parts have been obtained and installed correctly For missing parts contact Steel City at 1 877 SC4 TOOL A Push Blocks 2 B Cutterhead Guard C Knife Setting Jig D Fence Handle F Fence G On Off Switch E Fence Carriage Assembly H Pulley Cover I Dust Port J Belt K Swiv
17. 31 Fig 31 6 Tilt the fence outward as far as possible and using a combination square check to see if the fence is tilted outward 45 degrees as shown If an adjust ment is necessary loosen lock handle C Loosen locknut L and turn adjusting screw M until the fence is at 45 degrees to the table Then tighten locknut L and lock handle C SEE FIGS 30 AND 32 26 Fig 32 CUTTERHEAD ROTATION A WARNING The rotation of the cutterhead must be in a clockwise direction when viewed from the left side of the machine that is the knives must be rotating toward the infeed table from the top If the cutterhead rotation is incorrect disconnect the machine from the power source and interchange leads T5 and T8 in the motor junction box OPERATIONS According to many OSHA ANSI STATE and LOCAL CODES it is the Employers Responsibility to PERMIT ONLY trained and authorized employees to operate equipment INSPECT AND MAINTAIN guards safety devices and start stop controls INSTRUCT TRAIN and SUPERVISE the safe method of work AWARNING Serious personal injury may occur if normal safety pre cautions are overlooked or ignored Accidents are fre quently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention Obtain advice from supervisor instructor or another qualified individual who is familiar with the machine and its operations Every work area is different Always consider safety first as it
18. 823 OR70318 OR93970 OR93971 OR70863 OR91497 OR90311 OR90307 OR90228 OR90230 OR93972 OR90311 OR93973 OR70864 OR70865 OR70866 OR90230 OR90228 OR93974 OR70867 OR70868 OR90292 OR91729 OR91728 OR90291 OR90289 OR93975 OR90908 OR90238 OR93976 OR70869 OR70870 OR70871 OR70872 OR70873 DESCRIPTION RIVET SPEC PLATE 9mm EXT RET RING FLAT WASHER 13mm x 30mm x 3mm SHAFT M8 x 50mm HEX HEAD SCR M8 FLAT WASHER M8 HEX NUT M10 HEX NUT M10 FLAT WASHER M8 x 100mm HEX HEAD SCR M8 FLAT WASHER SPECIAL BOLT TROLLEY WHEEL SLEEVE TROLLEY BRACKET M10 FLAT WASHER M10 HEX NUT M10 x 55mm HEX HEAD BOLT PEDAL BRACKET PEDAL 8MM HEX KEY 6MM HEX KEY 5MM HEX KEY 4MM HEX KEY 2 5MM HEX KEY 12 14MM OPEN END WRENCH 8 10MM OPEN END WRENCH PUSH BLOCK 8mm EXT RET RING KNIFE GAUGE BLOCK KNIFE GAUGE ROD OWNERS MANUAL NOT SHOWN OWNERS MANUAL FRENCH NOT SHOWN OWNERS MANUAL SPANISH NOT SHOWN QTY 1 NOTES 42 STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS 1 877 SC4 TOOL 1 877 724 8665 5 Year Warranty
19. FROM POWER SOURCE 1 Loosen infeed table lock lever and lower infeed table as described under section INFEED TABLE ADJUSTMENTS 2 Remove cutterhead guard A SEE FIG 26 Fig 26 3 Place a steel straight edge on the outfeed table extending over the cutterhead as shown SEE FIG 27 Fig 27 4 Carefully rotate the cutterhead by hand The knives should just touch the straight edge 5 If the knife is high or low at either end slightly turn the four screws B in the knife locking bar clock wise to loosen using an open end wrench C Then using an allen wrench adjust the height of the knife by turning the knife raising screws D counterclockwise to lower and clockwise to raise the knife SEE FIGS 28 AND 29 Fig 28 25 A WARNING CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN HANDLING THE KNIVES AS THE CUTTING EDGES ARE VERY SHARP WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES WHEN HANDLING THE KNIVES If the knife is to be lowered it will be necessary to care fully push down on the knife with a scrap piece of wood after screws D have been turned counterclockwise to achieve desired depth Tighten four screws B by turn ing them counterclockwise after adjustment is made 6 Repeat these procedures for adjusting the remain ing two knives if necessary and replace cutterhead guard removed in STEP 2 7 fthe knives are set too low the finished surface will be curved 8 Ifthe knives are set too high the work will be gouged
20. OC SET SCR BUSHING ECCENTRIC SHAFT M8 x 12mm HEX SOC SET SCR FENCE CARRIAGE RIVET FENCE CARRIAGE WARNING LABEL COLLAR M6 HEX NUT M6 x 25mm HEX HEAD SCR SHAFT M8 x 30mm SOC HD CAP SCR LOCK LEVER INDEX PIN ASSEMBLY 3mm x 20mm SPRING PIN SPRING M6 x 25mm HEX HEAD BOLT M6 HEX NUT WASHER 6 5mm x 16mm x 3mm POINTER M6 x 16mm CHEESE HD SCR M6 FLAT WASHER SWIVEL M8 x 12mm HEX SOC SET SCR QTY 39 KEY NO 132 133 134 135 136 140 141 142 143 144 145 146 147 148 149 150 151 152 153 154 155 156 157 158 159 PART NO OR70841 OR70842 OR93913 OR70843 OR70844 OR93955 OR70845 OR70846 OR93956 OR90307 OR70847 OR93957 OR90280 OR93958 OR93959 OR70848 OR70849 OR92174 OR70836 OR93960 OR90059 OR70850 OR70851 OR70852 OR70853 DESCRIPTION COLLAR LOCK COLLAR M8 x 12mm HEX SOC SET SCR CLAMP THREADED CLAMP M5 x 16mm SOC HD CAP SCR GIB ECCENTRIC STUD FLAT WASHER 8 4mm x 25mm x 3mm M8 HEX NUT FENCE SUPPORT FLAT WASHER 12 7mm x 38mm x 5mm M12 HEX NUT M10 x 30mm SOC HD CAP SCR FLAT WASHER 10 4mm x 30 mm x 3mm BALL HANDLE STUD M8 x 30mm SOC HD CAP SCR SHAFT M6 x 10mm CHEESE HD SCR M6 FLAT WASHER TILT SCALE FENCE SCALE RIVET QTY 281 2 e X 277 2 263 24568 D ege po 260 280 lt 2 gt lt 5 246 2 gt 250 251 lt 2 gt 270 252 2 25462 253 202 200662 203622 228A 23068 2298 23364 232 209 4 2232
21. OR70800 OR70801 OR93941 OR93942 OR93943 OR70802 OR70803 OR93944 OR93945 OR70804 OR70805 OR93946 OR93937 OR90248 OR70806 OR70807 OR70808 OR92923 DESCRIPTION INFEED TABLE TABLE SHAFT M6X20MM SOC HD CAP SCR RABBETING TABLE EXTENSION CHIP DEFLECTOR M6 x 12mm SOC HD CAP SCR M6 x 20mm SOC HD CAP SCR M6 FLAT WASHER TABLE LIP OUTFEED TABLE SPRING PIN BUMPER M6 LOCK WASHER M6 x 25mm SOC HD CAP SCR M8 x 80mm SOC HD CAP SCR GUARD CLAMP CUTTER HEAD GUARD SPRING 3mm x 16mm SPRING PIN SUPPORT GUARD WARNING LABEL M8 x 25mm SOC HD CAP SCR FLAT WASHER 8 4mm x 25mm x 3mm CUTTER HEAD PULLEY BEARING BLOCK RH BALL BEARING 47mm INT RET RING 6mm x 6mm x 35mm KEY KNIFE KNIFE LOCK BAR KNIFE LOCK BAR SCR M5 x 16mm HEX SOC SET SCR KNIFE LIFTER CUTTER HEAD BALL BEARING M8 x 80mm SOC HD CAP SCR M8 LOCK WASHER BEARING BLOCK LH KNOB LEVER M8 x 40mm SOC HD CAP SCR QTY PW s N Oo m s A A N ee JR B N 37 KEY NO 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 PART NO OR70809 OR70810 OR70811 OR90280 OR70812 OR93947 OR70813 OR70814 OR70815 OR91791 OR91829 OR93380 OR70816 OR70817 OR70818 OR93948 OR70819 OR90059 OR90333 OR93979 OR93978 OR70822 OR90222 OR90222 OR90228 OR70823 OR70824 OR70825 OR93814 OR90362 OR93949 OR93950 OR93980
22. Orbital Sander Woodsmith Woodwork Palm Sander _ Portable Thickness Planer Woodworker Woodworker s Journal Saber Saw Reciprocating Saw Workbench Other Router Other 4 Which of the following woodworking remodeling shows do 13 What machines accessories would you like to see added to the you watch STEEL CITY line ___ Backyard America The American Woodworker ____ Home Time ____ The New Yankee Workshop This Old House Woodwright s Shop Other 14 What new accessories would you like to see added 5 Whatis your annual household income _ 20 000 to 29 999 30 000 to 39 999 _ 40 000 to 49 999 50 000 to 59 999 15 Do you think your purchase represents good value 60 000 to 69 999 70 000 to 79 999 Yes No 80 000 to 89 999 90 000 16 Would you recommend STEEL CITY products to a friend 6 Whatis your age group Yes No _ 20 to 29 years 30 to 39 years 40 to 49 years _ 50to59 years 17 Comments _ 60 to 69 years 70 years 7 How long have you been a woodworker _ 0 to 2 years _ 2 to 8 years _ 8 to 20 years Over 20 years FOLD ON DOTTED LINE PLACE STAMP HERE Steel City Tool Works P O Box 10529 Murfreesboro TN 37129 FOLD ON DOTTED LINE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Motor Specifications TEFC Induction Ball Bearing Type Continuous Duty Horsepower Amps Voltage Phase
23. R TO A DUST COLLECTION SYSTEM ATTACHING SWITCH 1 Remove the two socket head cap screws lock washers and flat washers located on the back side of the infeed table SEE FIG 18 Fig 18 2 Line up the holes in the switch bracket A with the threaded holes in the infeed table and attach switch bracket using the hardware removed in step 1 SEE FIG 19 3 Insert the cord that attaches to the motor through the hole B in the jointer stand Fig 19 ADJUSTMENTS INFEED TABLE ADJUSTMENTS Fig 20 INFEED OUTFEED TABLE LOCK 2a TABLE LOCK HANDLE R HANDLE To raise or lower the infeed table loosen infeed table lock handle and move the table raising and lowering hand lever A up or down until the table is at the desired position and tighten infeed table lock handle NOTE The table lock handle can be repositioned by pulling out the handle and repositioning it on the serrated nut located underneath the handle SEE FIGS 20 AND 21 Fig 21 23 The depth of cut of the infeed table position of table in relationship with the cutting circle can be read with the pointer and scale B SEE FIG 22 Fig 22 INFEED TABLE POSITIVE STOPS A WARNING DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE Positive stops are provided to limit the height of the infeed table The positive stops can be set by loosening lock nuts C and D and turning the two adjusting screws E and F We recommend that the h
24. TION 9 Unpa kiri Be ele EE 15 SECTION J0 Assembly ce e aa a bg 17 SECTION 11 a a l d kt 23 SECTION 12 Operations iss nin edere kasaka tere ee FD abcr ae Eur x EE ER Ce EL Rd aada rete takka maia t 27 SECTION T3 Maintenance teet e tee ouch 31 SECTION 14 Troubleshooting tette sene a etd bulb ise a A E a uie Aedes 33 SECTION 15 Parts EISE dieere neci c xen Ea bere in eege 36 41 INTRODUCTION This user manual is intended for use by anyone working with this machine It should be kept available for immediate reference so that all operations can be performed with maximum efficiency and safety Do not attempt to perform maintenance or operate this machine until you have read and understand the information contained in this manual The drawings illustrations photographs and specifications in this user manual represent your machine at time of print However changes may be made to your machine or this manual at any time with no obligation to Steel City Tool Works WARRANTY STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS 5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Steel City Tool Works LLC SCTW warrants all STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS machinery to be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of 5 years from the date of the original retail purchase by the original owner SCTW will repair or replace at its expense and at its option any SCTW machine
25. and to get the feel of the operations before attempting regular work CAUTION THE KNIVES ON THE JOINTER WILL NOT WEAR EVENLY BY FEEDING THE WOOD THROUGH THE SAME SPOT ON THE TABLE EVERY TIME FEED THE WOOD THROUGH THE JOINTER AT DIFFER ENT SPOTS ON THE TABLE BY REPOSITIONING THE FENCE WHEN POSSIBLE TO HELP ELIMINATE UNEVEN WEAR OF THE KNIVES A WARNING ALWAYS USE CUTTERHEAD GUARD AND KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTERHEAD ALWAYS USE PUSH BLOCKS WHENEVER POSSIBLE NEVER MAKE JOINTING AND PLANING CUTS DEEPER THAN 1 8 IN ONE PASS PLACEMENT OF HANDS DURING FEEDING At the start of the cut the left hand holds the work firmly against the infeed table and fence while the right hand pushes the work toward the knives After the cut is underway the new surface rests firmly on the outfeed table The left hand should then be moved to the work on the outfeed table at the same time maintaining flat contact with the fence The right hand presses the work forward and before the right hand reaches the cutter head it should be moved to the work on the outfeed table AWARNING NEVER PASS HANDS DIRECTLY OVER THE CUTTERHEAD DIRECTION OF GRAIN Avoid feeding work into the jointer against the grain The result will be chipped and splintered edges Feed with the grain to obtain a smooth surface FENCE OPERATION The fence can be moved across the table by loosening lock lever A moving the fence to the desired position and tighten loc
26. ction system along with an air filtration system whenever possible Always use properly fitting NIOSH OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure and wash exposed areas with soap and water 1 To avoid serious injury and damage to the machine read the entire User Manual before assembly and operation of this machine A WARNING ALWAYS wear eye protection Any machine can throw debris into the eyes during operations which could cause severe and permanent eye damage Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles that comply with ANSI standard Z87 1 when operat ing power tools 11 DO NOT FORCE the machine to perform an opera tion for which it was not designed It will do a safer and higher quality job by only performing operations for which the machine was intended AWARNING 12 DO NOT stand on a machine Serious injury could ALWAYS wear hearing protection Plain cotton is result if it tips Over or you accidentally contact any not an acceptable protective device Hearing moving part equipment should comply with ANSI S3 19 13 Standards AWARNING DO NOT store anything above or near the machine 14 DO NOT operate any machine or tool if under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication 15 EACH AND EVERY time check for damaged parts prior to using any machine Carefully check all guards to see that they operate properly are not damaged and perform their i
27. ctric shock The plug MUST be plugged into a matching electrical receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances If a plug is provided with your machine DO NOT modify the plug If it will not fit your electrical receptacle have a qualified electrician install the proper connections to meet all electrical codes local and state All connections must also adhere to all of OSHA mandates IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION of the equip ment grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock The conductor with the green insulation with or without yellow stripes is the equipment grounding con ductor DO NOT connect the equipment grounding con ductor to a live terminal if repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions or if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded PLUGS RECEPTACLES AWARNING Electrocution or fire could result if this machine is not grounded properly or if the electrical configura tion does not comply with local and state electrical codes MAKE CERTAIN the machine is disconnected from power source before starting any electrical work MAKE SURE the circuit breaker does not exceed the rating of the plug and receptacle The motor supplied with your machine is a 230 volt 60 hertz single phase motor Never
28. different Always consider safe ty first as it applies to your work area Use this machine with respect and caution Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury and damage to the machine 3 Prevent electrical shock Follow all electrical and safety codes including the National Electrical Code NEC and the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations OSHA All electrical connections and wiring should be made by gualified personnel only A WARNING TO REDUCE the risk of electrical shock DO NOT use this machine outdoors DO NOT expose to rain or moisture Store indoors in a dry area 5 STOP using this machine if at any time you ex perience difficulties in performing any operation Contact your supervisor instructor or machine service center immediately 6 Safety decals are on this machine to warn and direct you to how to protect yourself or visitors from personal injury These decals MUST be maintained so that they are legible REPLACE decals that are not legible 7 DO NOT leave the unit plugged into the electrical outlet Unplug the unit from the outlet when not in use and before servicing performing maintenance tasks or cleaning 8 ALWAYS turn the power switch OFF before unplugging the jointer A WARNING 9 DO NOT handle the plug or jointer with wet hands 10 11 DO NOT pull the jointer by the power cord NEVER allow the power cord to come in contact with sharp edges hot surfaces o
29. dware after tension is applied making sure alignment of the pulleys is not disturbed ASSEMBLING FENCE CARRIAGE ASSEMBLY t Remove the two M10 x 1 5 x 30mm hex socket head screws A and 10mm flat washers from the back of the jointer These are located on either side of the cutterhead pulley SEE FIG 11 Fig 11 Align the two holes in the fence carriage assembly with the two tapped holes in the back of the jointer base These are the same holes that you removed the screws from in the previous step Insert the M10 x 1 5 x 30mm hex socket head screw with a 10mm flat washer through the hole in the fence carriage assembly and thread the screw into the tapped holes in the back of the jointer Repeat this process for the remaining hole in the fence carriage assembly and the tapped hole in the back of the jointer NOTE THE TOP SURFACE OF THE FENCE CARRIAGE ASSEMBLY MUST BE LEVEL WITH THE TOP SURFACE OF THE OUTFEED TABLE Once the fence carriage assembly is level with the outfeed table tighten the two screws A securely with an 8mm hex wrench SEE FIG 12 Fig 12 Fig 14 ASSEMBLING FENCE Remove the two M8 x 1 25 x 30mm hex socket head screws A SEE FIG 13 Fig 13 Align the two holes one of which is shown at B Fig 14 in the fence with the two holes in the fence carriage assembly These are the same holes you removed the hex socket head screws from in the previous step Insert the screw through th
30. e Excessive snipe 1 Outfeed table is set too low gouge in the end of 2 Operator pushing down on end of workpiece the board that is uneven with the rest of the cut Workpiece stops at the beginning of the cut Chipping Fuzzy grain Long lines or ridges that run along the length of the board Uneven cutter marks wavy surface or chatter marks across the face of the board Board edge is concave or convex after jointing Uneven cut or breakout when rabbeting Outfeed table is set too high Knots or conflicting grain direction in wood Nicked or chipped blades Feeding workpiece too fast Taking too deep of a cut Wood may have high moisture content Dull knives Nicked or chipped knives Feeding workpiece too fast Knives not adjusted at even heights in the cutterhead Board not held with even pressure on infeed and outfeed table during cut Board started too uneven Board has excessive bow or twist along its length Insufficient number of passes Uneven feed rate Depth of cut too deep Knives not adjusted evenly with each other in the cutterhead Nicked or chipped knives 34 Align outfeed table with cutterhead knife at top dead center Inspect workpiece for knots and grain only use clean stock Adjust one of the nicked knives sideways replace knives Slow down the feed rate Take a smaller depth of cut Always reduce
31. e removed by taking a very light cut according to the reg ular method for jointing with the infeed table raised to its usual position Practice is required in this operation and the beginner is advised to make trial cuts on waste material Taper cuts over part of the length and a num ber of other special operations can easily be done by the experienced craftsman CUTTING A RABBET When making a rabbet cut the cutterhead guard must be removed ACAUTION AFTER THE RABBET CUT IS COMPLETED BE CERTAIN GUARD IS REPLACED 1 Adjust the fence so that the distance between the end of the knives and the fence is equal to the width of the rabbet 2 Lower the infeed table an amount equal to the depth of the rabbet If the rabbet is quite deep it may be necessary to cut it in two or more passes In that event the table is lowered an amount equal to about half the depth of the rabbet for the first pass then lowered again to proper depth to com plete the cut SURFACING WARPED PIECES If the wood to be surfaced is dished or warped take light cuts until the surface is flat Avoid forcing such material down against the table excessive pressure will spring it while passing the knives and it will spring back and remain curved after the cut is completed 30 SURFACING SHORT OR THIN WORK ACAUTION WHEN SURFACING SHORT OR THIN PIECES ALWAYS USE PUSH BLOCKS TO MINIMIZE ALL DANGER TO THE HANDS Fig 35 illustrates using the push b
32. e cutterhead guard in place during 26 ALWAYS disconnect the machine from the power any jointing operation Check it periodically to source before making any adjustments insure that it is operating smoothly 27 NEVER perform free hand operations Use the 21 MAINTAIN the proper relationship between the infeed and outfeed tables and the cutterhead knives fence to position and guide the workpiece ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AWARNING The switch provided with your jointer is designed for 230 volt single phase usage only The switch has a plug that is designed to plug into a 230 volt outlet There are many different configurations for 230 volt outlets so it is conceivable that the configuration of the plug may not match the configuration of your existing outlet If this is the case you will have to replace the plug with a UL CSA approved plug that matches the configuration of your 230V outlet To reduce the risk of electric shock follow all electri cal and safety codes including the National Electric Code NEC and the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations OSHA All electrical connections and wiring should be made by qualified personnel only GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS AWARNING This machine MUST BE GROUNDED while in use to protect the operator from electric shock In the event of a malfunction or breakdown GROUND ING provides the path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of ele
33. e hole in the fence and thread the screw into the tapped hole in the fence carriage assembly and tighten securely with a 6mm hex wrench Repeat this process for the remaining hole in the fence and fence carriage assembly SEE FIG 14 3 Thread the fence tilting handle A into the tapped hole B in the fence SEE FIG 15 Fig 15 ASSEMBLING CUTTERHEAD PULLEY BELT GUARD 1 Align the two holes in the cutterhead pulley belt guard A with the two holes in the top of the stand SEE FIG 15A Fig 15A 2 Place a 1 4 flat washer on an 1 4 20 x 5 8 hex head screw and insert the screw through the hole in the cutterhead pulley guard A and the hole in the top of the stand Thread a 1 4 20 hex nut onto the screw and tighten securely Repeat this process for the other hole in the cutterhead pulley belt guard ASSEMBLING CUTTERHEAD GUARD Fig 16 CUTTERHEAD GUARD A CAUTION The cutterhead guard return spring is factory pre loaded No further adjustments should be necessary When the guard is installed properly it should return to the fence automatically after the workpiece has passed over the cutterhead Be sure the guard is functioning properly before using the jointer 1 Move the fence all the way to the rear of the table exposing the cutterhead 2 Rotate the cutterhead using the drive belt by hand until there are no blades exposed If this is not possible place a piece of cardboard over the cutterhead
34. ecessary refer to the chart in the Grounding Instructions section to determine the minimum gauge for the extension cord The extension cord must also contain a ground wire and plug pin Wear proper clothing DO NOT wear loose clothing gloves neckties or jewelry These items can get caught in the machine during operations and pull the operator into the moving parts Users must wear a protective cover on their hair if the hair is 27 long to prevent it from contacting any moving parts 28 SAVE these instructions and refer to them frequent ly and use them to instruct other users 29 Information regarding the safe and proper operation of this tool is also available from the following Sources Power Tool Institute 1300 Summer Avenue Cleveland OH 44115 2851 www powertoolinstitute org National Safety Council 1121 Spring Lake Drive Itasca IL 60143 3201 American National Standards Institute 25 West 43rd Street 4th floor New York NY 10036 www ansi org ANSI 01 1 Safety Reguirements for Woodworking Machines and the U S Department of Labor regulations www osha gov PRODUCT SAFETY 1 Serious personal injury may occur if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored Accidents are freguently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention Obtain advice from supervisor instructor or another gualified individual who is familiar with this machine and its operations 2 Every work area is
35. eight of the infeed table be adjusted so that the table at its highest point will be 1 2mm 020 below the highest point of the knives This is an important feature of your jointer which enables you to rapidly position the infeed table for a finish or final cut SEE FIG 23 Fig 23 OUTFEED TABLE ADJUSTMENTS AWARNING DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE The outfeed table must be exactly level with the knives when the knives are at their highest point of revolution To move the outfeed table loosen table lock handle and move the table raising and lowering hand lever A up or down until the table is level with the knives It may be necessary to loosen the two locknuts B and D and the two adjusting screws C and E when moving the table up or down When the outfeed table is exactly level with the knives at their highest point of revolution tighten table lock handle and turn adjusting screw E until it bottoms Then tighten lock nut D Screw C is also a positive stop for the lower limit of the outfeed table We suggest that this stop also be tightened with locknut B when the outfeed table is set level with the knives This will prevent the outfeed table from acci dentally being lowered SEE FIGS 24 AND 25 Fig 24 Fig 25 KNIFE ADJUSTMENTS In order to do accurate work the knives must be exactly level with the outfeed table To check and adjust proceed as follows AWARNING DISCONNECT MACHINE
36. el Caster Assembly L Jointer Base 16 ASSEMBLY A WARNING Fig 2 MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MACHINE IS DISCON NECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE MOUNTING MOTOR TO STAND 1 The motor is bolted to the top of the stand and must be attached to the motor mounting brackets 2 Turn stand upside down as shown SEE FIG 1 Fig 1 Fig 3 3 Remove the six screws A and remove panel B from the stand SEE FIG 2 4 Remove the bolts that attach the motor to the stand 5 Align the holes in the motor mounting plate with the slots in the two motor mounting brackets C Make sure that the motor shaft D is facing towards the opening in the stand E as shown in Fig 3 Fasten the motor plate to the mounting brackets using four hex head bolts Do not fully tighten at this time SEE FIG 3 LOCKING FOOT PEDAL 1 Place the locking foot pedal assembly onto the cross brace Fig 4 2 Install the two M10 1 55 x 55mm hex bolts flat washers and hex nuts through the front of the lock ing foot pedal assembly as shown SEE FIG 4 3 Install the single M8 1 25 x 50mm hex bolt through the single hole A in the bottom of the brace SEE FIG 4 4 Raise the stand upright 5 Lock the foot pedal down 6 Level the cabinet front to back and side to side by adjusting the leveling feet MOUNTING JOINTER TO STAND A WARNING The machine is heavy two people are required to unpack and lift Fig 5
37. il or grease USE accessories only recommended by Steel City 12 DO NOT unplug the jointer by pulling on the power cord ALWAYS grasp the plug not the cord 13 REPLACE a damaged cord immediately DO NOT use a damaged cord or plug If the jointer is not operating properly or has been damaged left out doors or has been in contact with water 14 DO NOT use the jointer as a toy DO NOT use near or around children 15 ENSURE that the machine sits firmly on the floor 22 NEVER remove any chips without turning off the before using If the machine wobbles or is unstable machine and disconnecting the power correct the problem by using shims or blocks prior TN to operation 23 NEVER turn on the machine if the workpiece is in contact with the cutterhead 16 ALWAYS keep hands and fingers away from the blades when operating 24 ALWAYS feed against the rotation of the cutter head Never apply feed pressure with your hands 17 USE push blocks on any materials less than 3 in directly over the cutterhead Always lift your hands height or thickness one at a time over the cutterhead as you pass the 2 SH work along the jointer bed Always support the 18 DO NOT use the jointer on pieces less than 10 in workpiece and maintain control throughout the length operation 19 NEVER use the jointer witht the depth of cut at more 25 KEEP cutterhead knives sharp and free of all rust than 1 8 and pitch 20 ALWAYS keep th
38. k lever A securely As the fence is moved across the table the sliding portion of the fence bracket F guards the cutterhead in back of the fence SEE FIG 33 Fig 33 28 JOINTING AN EDGE This is the most common operation for the jointer These cuts are made to square an edge of a work piece Set the guide fence square with the table Depth of cut should be the minimum required to obtain a straight edge Hold the best face of the piece firmly against the fence throughout the feed as shown in Fig 34 SEE FIG 34 Fig 34 CAUTION MAXIMUM DEPTH OF CUT SHOULD NOT BE MORE THAN 1 8 IN ONE PASS ACAUTION DO NOT PERFORM JOINTING OPERATIONS ON MATERIAL SHORTER THAN 10 INCHES NARROW ER THAN 3 4 INCH OR LESS THAN 1 2 INCH THICK SURFACING Surfacing is identical to the jointing operation except for the position of the workpiece For surfacing the major flat surface of the workpiece is placed on the infeed table of the jointer with the narrow edge of the work piece against the fence as shown in Fig 35 The work piece is moved from the infeed table across the cutter head to the outfeed table establishing a flat surface on the workpiece SEE FIG 35 Fig 35 AWARNING ALWAYS USE PUSH BLOCKS WHEN PERFORMING SURFACING OPERATIONS AND NEVER PASS YOUR HANDS DIRECTLY OVER THE CUTTERHEAD CAUTION MAXIMUM DEPTH OF CUT SHOULD NOT BE MORE THAN 1 8 IN ONE PASS 29 BEVELING To cut a bevel loc
39. k the fence at the required angle and run the work across the knives while keeping the work firmly against the fence and tables Several passes may be necessary to arrive at the desired result When the angle is small there is little difference whether the fence is tilted in or out However at greater angles ap proaching 45 degrees it is increasingly difficult to hold the work properly when the fence is tilted out The advantage of the double tilting fence is appreciated under such conditions When tilted in the fence forms a V shape with the tables and the work is easily pressed into the pocket while passing it across the knives If the bevel is laid out on the piece in such direction that this involves cutting against the grain it will be better to tilt the fence out TAPER CUTS One of the most useful jointer operations is cutting an edge to a taper This method can be used on a wide variety of work Tapered legs of furniture are a common example Instead of laying the piece on the infeed table lower the forward end of the work onto the outfeed table Do this very carefully as the piece will span the knives and they will take a bite from the work with a tendency to kick back unless the piece is firmly held Now push the work forward as in ordinary jointing The effect is to surface off all the stock in front of the knives to increasing depth leaving a tapered surface The ridge left by the knives when starting the taper may b
40. king tools do you own Product Description Check all that apply Model No _ Air Compressor Saw Serial No Drill Press ___ Drum Sander Dust Collection x Horizontal Boring Machine The following information is given on a voluntary basis Jointer Lathe and is strictly confidential Mortiser Panel Saw _ Planer ____ Power Feeder 1 Where did you purchase your STEEL CITY machine Radial Arm Saw Shaper Store Spindle Sander Table Saw City Vacuum Veneer Press Wide Belt Sander Other 2 How did you first learn of Steel City Tool Works _ Advertisement Mail Order Catalog 11 Which benchtop tools do you own Check all that apply Web Site Friend _ Belt Sander _ Belt Disc Sander ____ Local Store Other Drill Press Band Saw Grinder ___ Mini Jointer 3 Which of the following magazines do you subscribe to Mini Lathe _ Scroll Saw American Woodworker American How To _ Spindle Belt Sander Other Cabinetmaker Family Handyman Fine Homebuilding Fine Woodworking 12 Which portable hand held power tools do you own Journal of Light Construction Old House Journal Check all that apply ___ Popular Mechanics ___ Popular Science Belt Sander Biscuit Jointer Popular Woodworking _ Today s Homeowner Dust Collector Circular Saw WOOD Woodcraft ____ Detail Sander Drill Driver WOODEN Boat Woodshop News Miter Saw _
41. locks properly SEE FIG 35 ACAUTION DO NOT PERFORM SURFACING OPERATIONS ON MATERIAL SHORTER THAN 10 INCHES NARROW ER THAN 3 4 INCH WIDER THAN 8 INCHES OR LESS THAN 1 2 INCH THICK MAINTENANCE After considerable use the knives will become dull and it will not be possible to do accurate work Unless badly damaged by running into metal or other hard material the knives may be sharpened as follows DO NOT begin cleaning up until you have read and understand all of the clean up instructions Follow proper Lock Out Tag Out procedures prior to cleaning this machine or any part of this machine Read and follow current MSDS Material Safety Data Sheets and technical data sheets that relate to the cleaning materials used DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE MATERIALS TO CLEAN JOINTER CLEANING A WARNING With the machine unplugged blow off motor with low pressure air to remove dust or dirt Air pressure above 50 1 should not be used as high pres sured air may damage insulation The operator should always wear a respirator and eye protection when using compressed air Do not allow chips and dust to accumulate under jointer Keep area clean and in safe order A WARNING Turn the power switch OFF and unplug the power cord from its power source prior to any maintenance LUBRICATION The jointer has sealed lubricated bearings in the motor housing that do not require any additional lubrication from
42. mbol to avoid possible injury or death A DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided WILL result in death or serious injury AWARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided COULD result in death or serious injury A CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation if not avoid ed MAY result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices CAUTION CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indi cates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage NOTICE This symbol is used to alert the user to useful informa tion about proper operation of the machine AWARNING Exposure to the dust created by power sanding saw ing grinding drilling and other construction activities may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury including silicosis a serious lung dis ease cancer and death Avoid breathing the dust and avoid prolonged contact with dust The dust may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Always operate tool in well ventilated area and pro vide for proper dust removal Use a dust colle
43. nd of the cutterhead To raise the knife use an allen wrench and turn raising Screw clockwise until the knife just touches the straight edge on each end and center of the cutter head when the knife is at its highest point When you are certain the knife is adjusted properly tighten the four locking screws by turning them counterclockwise Adjust the remaining two knives in the same manner MAKE CERTAIN THAT ALL KNIVES ARE SECURELY FASTENED IN CUTTERHEAD BEFORE TURNING ON POWER Replace cutterhead guard TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Motor and Machine Operation PROBLEM Motor will not start Fuses or circuit breakers blow Motor fails to develop full power output of motor decreases rapidly with decrease in voltage at motor terminals Motor overheats Motor stalls or shuts off during a cut Blade slows when cutting or makes a squealing noise especially on start up Loud repetitious noise coming from machine Vibration when running or cutting Table PROBLEM Tables are hard to adjust T 2 Open circuit in motor or loose connections 1 LIKELY CAUSE S Low voltage Short circuit in line cord or plug Power supply circuit overloaded with lights appliances and other motors Undersized wires or circuits too long Motor overloaded during operation Air circulation through the motor restricted Motor overloaded during operation Short circuit in motor or loose connectio
44. ns Circuit breaker tripped V belt loose V belt worn out Pulley setscrews or keys are missing or loose Motor fan is hitting the cover V belts are damaged Loose or damaged blade Damaged V belt Worn cutterhead bearings LIKELY CAUSE S Table lock is engaged or partially engaged 33 SOLUTION Check power line for proper voltage Inspect all lead connections on motor for loose or open connections Repair or replace cord or plug for damaged insulation and shorted wires Reduce load on circuit Increase wire sizes or reduce length of the circuit Reduce load on motor take lighter cuts Clean out motor to provide normal air circulation Reduce load on motor take lighter cuts Repair or replace connections on motor for loose or shorted terminals or worn insulation Install correct circuit breaker reduce number of machines running on that circuit circuit overload Tighten V belt Replace V belt Inspect keys and setscrews Replace or tighten if necessary Adjust fan cover mounting position tighten fan or shim fan cover Replace V belts Tighten or replace blade Replace Check replace cutterhead bearings SOLUTION Completely loosen the table lock Cutting PROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE S SOLUTION Align outfeed table with cutterhead knife at top dead center Reduce eliminate downward pressure on that end of workpiec
45. ntended functions Check for alignment binding or breakage of all 4 ALWAYS wear a NIOSH OSHA approved dust moving parts Any guard or other part that is dam mask to prevent inhaling dangerous dust or air aged should be immediately repaired or replaced ticles PS panies 16 Ground all machines If any machine is supplied with a 3 prong plug it must be plugged into a 3 contact electrical receptacle The third prong is used to ground the tool and provide protection against accidental electric shock DO NOT remove the third prong 5 ALWAYS keep the work area clean well lit and organized DO NOT work in an area that has slip pery floor surfaces from debris grease and wax 6 ALWAYS unplug the machine from the electrical receptacle when making adjustments changing 17 Keep visitors and children away from any machine parts or performing any maintenance DO NOT permit people to be in the immediate work area especially when the machine is operating 7 AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING Make sure that the power switch is in the OFF position before plugging in the power cord to the electrical receptacle 19 MAINTAIN your balance DO NOT extend yourself over the tool Wear oil resistant rubber soled shoes AWARNING Keep floor clear of debris grease and wax 18 KEEP protective guards in place and in working order 20 MAINTAIN all machines with care ALWAYS KEEP machine clean and in good working order KEEP all blade
46. s and tool bits sharp 8 AVOID a dangerous working environment DO 21 NEVER leave a machine running unattended Turn NOT use electrical tools in a damp environment the power switch to the OFF position DO NOT or expose them to rain or moisture leave the machine until it has come to a complete stop AWARNING 22 REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS from the immediate area prior to turning the machine ON 23 SECURE all work When it is possible use clamps or jigs to secure the workpiece This is safer than attempting to hold the workpiece with your hands 9 CHILDPROOF THE WORKSHOP AREA by 24 STAY ALERT watch what you are doing and use removing switch keys unplugging tools from the common sense when operating any machine DO electrical receptacles and using padlocks NOT operate any machine tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury 10 DO NOT use electrical tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gasses 25 USE ONLY recommended accessories Use of incorrect or improper accessories could cause seri ous injury to the operator and cause damage to the machine If in doubt DO NOT use it 26 THE USE of extension cords is not recommended for 230V equipment It is better to arrange the placement of your equipment and the installed wiring to eliminate the need for an extension cord If an extension cord is n
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