6” GRANITE JOINTER
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1. 1 User Manual Read and understand this manual before using machine 6 GRANITE JOINTER Model Number 40615 40625 STEEL TOOL WORKS VER 03 09 Manual Part No OR74493 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 Steel City Tool Works please visit our web site at www steelcitytoolworks com TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION SECTION 1 Li e TAT RT 4 SECTION 2 Product Specifications 2 SE Aes 7 SECTION3 Accessories and Attachments 7 SECTION 4 Delinition ot TSS TIT I TT TN 7 SECTION 5 Feature Identification p O 8 SECTION 6 General SAL TE E DD 9 SECTION 7 miele a 12 SECTION 8 Fle iri al RequremenlS mm mem 13 SECTION 9 1199 14 SECTION 10 Unp2. 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 knife Damaged V belt cutterhead bearings LIKELY CAUSE S 1 Table lock is engaged or partially engaged SOLUTION Check power line for proper voltage Inspect all lead connections on motor for loose or open connections Refer to Fig 16 page 22 for proper connection procedure 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 knife Replace Check replace cutterhead bearings SOLUTION Completely loosen the table lock Cutting PROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE S SOLUTION Excessive snipe 1 Outfeed table is set too low 2 Operator pushing down on end of workpiece gouge in the end of t
3. WHEN SURFACING SHORT OR THIN PIECES ALWAYS USE PUSH BLOCKS TO MINIMIZE ALL DANGER TO THE HANDS Fig 28 illustrates using the push blocks properly SEE FIG 28 A CAUTION DO NOT PERFORM SURFACING OPERATIONS ON MATERIAL SHORTER THAN 10 INCHES NARROW ER THAN 3 4 INCH WIDER THAN 6 INCHES OR LESS THAN 1 2 INCH THICK MAINTENANCE e DONOT begin cleaning up until vou have read and understand all of the clean up instructions e DONOT 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 P S I should not be used as high pres sured air mav damage insulation The operator should alwavs wear a respirator and eve 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 anv maintenance LUBRICATION The jointer has sealed lubricated bearings in the motor housing that do not require anv additional lubrication from the operator A WARNING Repairs to the jointer should be performed trained personnel oniv Contact vour nearest Steel Citv Dealer for authorized service Unauthorized repairs or replace ment with non factorv parts could cause serious injurv to the operator and damage to the jointer After considerable use
4. and adjust stop screw until the fence is at 90 degrees to the table Once this is achieved retighten the hex nut 4 Tilt the fence inward until the fence contacts the 45 degree stop screw B 5 Using a combination square check to make sure that the fence is tilted in at 45 degrees SEE FIG 23 Fig 23 6 If an adjustment is necessary loosen the hex nut located on the 45 degree stop screw B and adjust the stop screw until the fence is at 45 degrees 7 Tilt the fence outward until it contacts the 45 degree stop do this you will have to flip the 90 degree stop E out of the way SEE FIG 22 8 Using a combination square check to make sure that the fence is tilted at 45 degrees SEE FIG 24 Fig 24 9 f an adjustment is necessary loosen the hex nut located on the 45 degree stop C and adjust the stop screw until the fence is at 45 degrees to the table SEE FIG 22 CHANGING MOTOR VOLTAGE WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE JOINTER IS DISCON NECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE Have a cer tified electrician make all electrical connections local and state codes must be maintained The motor supplied with the jointer is a dual voltage 115 230 volt single phase motor The motor is wired from the factory for 115 volt operation To change to 230 volt operation for your jointer proceed with the following instructions It is also necessary to replace the 115 volt plug supplied with the jointe
5. HANDLING THE KNIVES If the knife is to lowered it will be necessary to care fully push down on the knife with a scrap piece of wood after screws C have been turned counterclockwise to achieve desired depth Tighten four screws 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 24 7 knives are set too low the finished surface will be curved If the knives are set too high the work will be gouged curved or bowed at the end of the cut CO As a final check run a piece of work slowly over the knives for 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 eguipped with positive stops at the most used fence positions of 90 degress and 45 degrees in and out To check and adjust the positive stops proceed as follows A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MACHINE IS DISCON NECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Position the fence at 90 degrees to the table bv loosening the bevel lock handle D and moving the fence until the 90 degree stop screw A hits the stop E SEE FIG 22 Fig 22 2 Usinga square check to see if the fence is at 90 degrees to the table 3 fence is not at 90 degrees loosen hex nut located on the stop screw A
6. If the jointer is not operating properly or has been damaged left out doors or has been in contact with water DO NOT use the jointer as a toy DO NOT use near or around children ENSURE that the machine sits firmly on the floor before using If the machine wobbles or is unstable correct the problem by using shims or blocks prior to operation ALWAYS keep hands and fingers away from the blades when operating USE push blocks on any materials less than 3 in height or thickness DO NOT use the jointer on pieces less than 10 in length NEVER use the jointer with the depth of cut at more than 1 8 MAINTAIN the proper relationship between the infeed and outfeed tables and the cutterhead knives NEVER remove any chips without turning off the machine and disconnecting the power NEVER turn on the machine if the workpiece is in contact with the cutterhead ALWAYS feed against the rotation of the cutter head Never apply feed pressure with your hands directly over the cutterhead Always lift your hands one at a time over the cutterhead as you pass the work along the jointer bed Always support the workpiece and maintain control throughout the operation KEEP cutterhead knives sharp and free of all rust and pitch ALWAYS disconnect the machine from the power source before making any adjustments NEVER perform free hand operations Use the fence to position and guide the workpiece ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS A
7. WARNING The switch provided with vour jointer is a dual voltage capable switch meaning it is designed to function at either 115 or 230 volts The switch and jointer come prewired for 115 volt operation If you decide to convert the jointer to 230 volts you will have to replace the 115 volt plug attached to the switch with a UL CSA listed To reduce the risk of electric shock follow all electri plug suitable for 230 volts The jointer with a 230 volt cal and safety codes including the National Electric plug should only be connected to an outlet having the Code NEC and the Occupational Safety and Health same configuration as the plug No adapter is available Regulations OSHA All electrical connections and or should be used with the 230 volt plug Once the wiring should be made by gualified personnel only modification to has been made to the plug of the switch be sure to follow the instructions under CHANGING MOTOR VOLTAGE for changing the motor voltage from 115 to 230 volt in the ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual 13 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING 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 electric shock The plug MUST be plugged into a matching electrical receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL loc
8. 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 cutterhead guard TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Motor and Machine Operation PROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE S 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 sguealing noise especially on start up Loud repetitious noise coming from machine Vibration when running or cutting Table PROBLEM Tables are hard to adjust 1 Low voltage 2 Open circuit in motor or loose connections 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 connections Circuit breaker tripped V belt loose
9. face of the motor pulley and the cutterhead pulley Make certain that they are aligned If an adjustment is necessary you can reposition the motor pulley on the shaft of the motor by loosening the set screw on the motor pulley and moving the motor pulley until it is aligned with the cutterhead pulley A WARNING The outside edge of the pulley must NEVER be extend ed past the end of the motor shaft in any circumstance 2 Place the V belt onto the cutterhead pulley A SEE FIG 12 Fig 12 3 Position the V belt over the motor pulley C It may be necessary to reposition the motor in order to get the belt onto the motor pulley If this is the case loosen the 4 bolts not shown that fasten the motor to the dust chute and reposition the motor until the belt can be fitted onto the motor pulley Retighten bolts NOTE If it is necessary to move the motor be sure to recheck pulley alignment after doing so 4 Once the belt is positioned on both pulleys check the belt tension by squeezing the belt at its mid point Proper tension is achieved when there is approximately 1 deflection at the center span of MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MACHINE IS DISCON the belt using light finger pressure NECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 5 If an adjustment is necessary raise or lower the motor until proper tension is achieved ATTACHING CUTTERHEAD ATTACHING SWITCH ASSEMBLV PULLEV GUARD 1 Fasten the switch assembiv to the rear of the join
10. following directions will give the beginner a start on jointer operations Use scrap pieces of lumber to check settings 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 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 WARNING NEVER PASS HANDS DIRECTLV 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 OPERATIO
11. rear of the jointer by removing the six M6 Phillips head screws that fasten the panel 2 With the assistance of a helper place the jointer on top of the base Make certain that the cutterhead pulley on the jointer lines up with the cutout A in the top of the jointer base SEE FIG 3 Fig 3 The jointer attaches with three M10 x 25mm socket head cap screws three M10 lock washers and three M10 flat washers Two are accessible through the panel in the rear of the jointer as shown at B in FIG 4 The third is accessed through the dust chute SEE FIG 4 page 19 4 Tighten all three screws securely using supplied hex wrench 2 Place knob washer on the locking knob shaft and ATTACHING FENCE CARRIAGE insert locking knob D through the two slots and ASSEMBLY fasten using special nut E Make certain that the two prongs on the special nut fit into the slot on the A WARNING jointer SEE FIGS 6 and 7 MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MACHINE IS DISCON Fig 7 NECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Place fence carriage assembly A on top of the jointer Align the slot B in the fence carriage assembly with the slot C in the jointer top SEE FIG 5 Fig 5 19 Fig 8 Screw Fence Adjusting Knob into the threaded hole on the top of the fence SEE FIG 8 ASSEMBLING CUTTERHEAD GUARD A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MACHINE IS DISCON NECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Remove the screw A from the
12. the knives will become dull and it will not be possible to do accurate work Unless badiv damaged running into metal or other hard material knives be sharpened as follows 29 WHETTING KNIVES A WARNING DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE Use a fine carborundum stone cover it partly with paper to avoid marking the table Lav 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 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 2 Insert cutterhead locking tool into the hole just to the right of the cutterhead to lock the cutterhead in place SEE FIG 28A Fig 28A A WARNING BE EXTREMELV CAREFUL THAT VOUR HANDS DO NOT COME IN WITH THE KNIVES THE KNIVES ARE VERV SHARP WEAR GLOVES WHEN HANDLING THE KNIVES Fig 29 9 Using wrench A Fig 29 slightiv loosen the four locking screws B in each knife slot bv turning the screws B
13. 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 A WARNING A WARNING 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 e Lead from lead based paints e Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products e Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Always operate tool in well ventilated area and pro vide for proper dust removal Use a dust collection 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 To avoid serious injury and damage to the machine read the entire User Manual before assembly and operation of this machine ALWAYS wear eye protection Any machine can throw debr
14. 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 guality and durability standards We reserve the right to change specifications at any time due to our commitment to continuous improvement of the guality 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 CONSEOUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF PROFITS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THIS WARRANTY THE BREACH OF ANY AGREEMENT OR WARRANTY OR THE OPERATION OR USE OF ITS MACHINERY INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGES ARISING FROM DAMAGE TO FIXTURES TOOLS EOUIPMENT PARTS OR MATERIAL
15. 16 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 130 131 132 133 134 135 136 137 138 139 141 142 143 144 OR72928 XXXXXXX XXXXXXX XXXXXXX OR72929 OR94778 OR94779 OR90230 OR90227 OR94780 OR72930 OR72931 OR72932 OR90507 OR72933 OR72934 OR94781 OR72935 OR72936 0891775 OR72937 OR91774 OR72938 OR94782 OR72939 OR72940 OR92278 OR72941 OR72942 OR72943 OR72944 OR90788 OR91500 OR94783 OR90777 OR90227 DESCRIPTION BASE ASSY CONST OF REF 101 TO REF 103 OUTFEED TABLE ONLY AVAIL AS AN ASSEMBLY QTY 1 INFEED TABLE ONLY AVAIL AS AN ASSEMBLY 1 BASE ONLY AVAILABLE AS AN ASSEMBLY FENCE MOUNT KEY M5 x 15mm HEX SOC SET SCREW FLAT M10 FLAT WASHER M10 LOCK WASHER M10 x 40mm HEX SOC CAP SCREW WARNING LABEL CUTTER HEAD GUARD GUARD PIN M5 x 8mm PAN HD SCREW PIN RETAINER SPRING KNOB KNOB RETAINER M4 x 15mm PAN HD SCREW POINTER M4 x 10mm PAN HD SCREW ELEVATION SCREW COPPER WASHER CLAMP COLLAR M8 x 10mm HEX SOC SET SCREW INFEED HAND WHEEL KNOB KNOB BOLT KNOB END CAP M6 x 8mm HEX SOC SET SCREW M8 LOCK WASHER M8 x 55mm HEX SOC SET SCREW M10 x 25mmHEX SOC SET SCREW M10 LOCK WASHER 1 1 N m N nm A A 35 145 149 150 151 152 153 154 155 156 157 158 165 166 167 168 169 170 171 172 173 174 175 176 177 178 179 185 186 187 188 189 190 191 192 193 1
16. 94 OR90230 OR72945 OR91821 OR72946 OR72947 OR94784 OR72948 OR72949 OR93823 OR72950 OR93823 OR72951 OR90222 OR72952 OR72953 OR94785 OR72954 OR94786 OR72955 OR90228 OR90227 OR72956 OR72957 OR72958 OR94782 OR90219 OR93930 OR72959 OR72940 OR72939 OR94782 OR72962 OR90236 OR90235 OR94788 OR72963 DESCRIPTION M10 FLAT WASHER DEPTH BLOCK 8 x 20mm HEX SOC SET SCREW PLUNGER HOUSING KNOB SPRING PLUNGER SCALE RIVET NAMEPLATE RIVET CUTTER HEAD ASSY CONST OF REF 166 TO REF 179 M6 x 10mm HEX SOC SET SCREW PULLEY BEARING SUPPORT BEARING 6203 2Z CUTTER HEAD BEARING 6202 2Z BEARING SUPPORT M10 HEX NUT M10 LOCK WASHER ARBOR SCREW KNIFE BLADE LOCK WEDGE M6 x 8mm SQUARE HEAD SCREW 5mm x 5mm X 30mm KEY M6 x 10mm PAN HEAD SCREW HAND WHEEL COLLAR CLAMP COPPER WASHER ELEVATION SCREW M6 x 25mm HEX SOC SET SCREW M6 HEX NUT M6 WING SCREW GIB QTY n m 201 266 36 213 218 2 200 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 209 210 211 212 213 214 215 216 217 218 219 222 223 224 225 226 227 228 229 230 OR72964 OR72965 OR72966 OR94789 OR94348 OR90307 OR72967 OR94790 OR90304 OR72968 OR94791 OR72969 OR91504 OR72970 OR93823 OR72971 OR72972 OR72973 OR90507 OR92974 OR72975 OR72976 OR72977 OR90228 OR72978 OR72979 OR90280 OR72980 OR72981 DESCRIPTION F
17. C LABEL INSULATOR M8 x 16mm CARRIAGE BOLT M8 HEX FLANGE NUT 5mm x 5mm x 30mm KEY PULLEY M6 x 10mm HEX SOC SET SCREW BELT A 965 MOTOR ASSEMBLY 1 5HP MOTOR SPEC PLATE NOT SHOWN CAPACITOR ASSY NOT SHOWN SWITCH CORD POWER CORD STRAIN RELIEF 7P 2 M6 x 20mm PAN HD FLANGE SCREW BACK COVER QTY O N a 4 N B BR BR HL 33 KEY NO 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 40 41 42 50 51 52 53 54 60 61 62 PART NO OR72919 OR91502 OR72920 OR94773 OR91504 OR72921 OR94774 OR72922 OR94775 OR94771 OR72923 OR91497 OR90059 OR72924 OR72925 OR70484 OR93823 OR94771 OR94776 OR94777 OR72926 OR72927 29 2 DESCRIPTION FOOT PEDAL 5 16 18 x 4 HEX HD SCREW PIN RING 1 2 1 2 FLAT WASHER CASTER ASSV 5 16 18 LOCK NUT REAR WHEEL BRACKET M8 x 20mm CARRIAGE BOLT M8 HEX FLANGE NUT LEVELING PAD M8 x 50mm HEX HD SCREW M8 FLAT WASHER WHEEL CABINET NAMEPLATE RIVET M8 HEX FLANGE NUT M8 x 16mm CARRIAGE BOLT M6 x 8mm PAN HD SCREW DUST PORT WARNING LABEL QTV A R ND ANN HH HH 115 107 2 A 1080 109 2 106 105 101 110 2 150 158 4 131 2 kal 141 4 x 132 142 4 133 EN 4 N 154 N PD b N 152 N T 135 1 7 150 3 139 2 13 136 34 100 101 102 103 105 106 107 108 109 10 115 1
18. ENCE ASSY CONST REF 201 TO REF 232 FENCE ROTATION LABEL SHOULDER BOLT M8 x 35mm HEX HD SCREW M8 HEX NUT SLIDE POLE SQUARE NUT M12 FLAT WASHER HANDLE ASSEMBLY ANGEL SCREW STOP PLATE 1 2 FLAT WASHER KNOB RIVET CUTTER HEAD ROTATION LABEL ENCE SLIDE MOUNT PLATE M5 x 8mm PAN HD SCREW LOCK COLLAR HANDLE NUT PIVOT STUD FENCE PIVOT PLATE M10 HEX NUT PIVOT SCREW INFEED LABEL M12 HEX NUT KNOB PROTECTION BLOCK QTY CO O Aa 37 231 232 239 240 241 242 243 244 245 246 247 248 249 250 251 252 253 254 255 260 261 262 263 264 265 266 300 301 302 PART NO OR91758 OR94792 OR72982 OR72983 OR93900 OR72984 OR72985 OR72986 OR72987 OR90381 OR90362 OR91828 OR72988 OR90507 OR72989 OR91758 OR94793 OR90507 OR72990 OR72991 OR72992 OR90292 OR91728 OR90290 OR72993 OR72994 OR72995 OR72996 OR72997 DESCRIPTION M6 x 15mm HEX SOC SET SCREW M8 x 42 mm HEX SOC SET SCREW SWITCH ASSY CONST REF 240 TO REF 245 SWITCH PADDLE M4 x 25mm ROUND HD TAP SCR SWITCH COVER ASSY SWITCH SWITCH BOX RESET SWITCH M5 HEX NUT M5 EXT TOOTH WASHER M4 x 16mm ROUND HD TAP SCR SWITCH BRACKET M5 x 10mm PAN HD SCREW CABLE CALMP M6 x 15mm HEX SOC SET SCREW M6 EXT TOOTH WASHER M5 x 8mm PAN HD SCREW JUMPER WIRE BLACK PUSH BLOCK 8mm x 10mm WRENCH 8mm HEX WRENCH 5mm HEX WRENCH 3mm HEX WRENCH CUTTER HEAD LOC
19. HE CUTTERHEAD CAUTION MAXIMUM DEPTH OF CUT SHOULD NOT BE MORE THAN 1 8 IN ONE PASS BEVELING To cut a bevel lock 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 be 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 properlv 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 easilv 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 28 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 t
20. K KNIFE SETTING GAGE MANUAL NOT SHOWN MANUAL FRENCH NOT SHOWN MANUAL SPANISH NOT SHOWN OTY e NOTES 38 STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS www steelcitvtoolworks com 1 877 3C4 TOOL 1 877 724 8665 4 5 Year Warranty
21. N The fence can be moved across the table bv loosening the lock knob A moving the fence to the desired position and retightening the lock know securelv As the fence is moved across the table the sliding portion of the fence bracket B guards the cutterhead in back of the fence SEE FIG 24 Fig 24 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 25 SEE FIG 25 Fig 25 MAXIMUM DEPTH OF CUT SHOULD NOT BE MORE THAN 1 8 IN ONE PASS A CAUTION 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 28 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 28 Fig 28 A WARNING ALWAVS USE PUSH BLOCKS WHEN PERFORMING SURFACING OPERATIONS AND NEVER PASS VOUR HANDS DIRECTLY OVER T
22. NG KNOB FENCE ADJUSTING KNOB M8 HEX FLANGE CUTTERHEAD DUST PORT FOOT PEDAL WHEELS 2 M8 FLAT WASHER 2 M8 x 50mm HEX HEAD SCREW 2 LEVELING FEET 2 NUT 2 M8 x 20mm CARHIAGE BOLT 2 PULLEY GUARD V BELT PUSH PADDLES 2 16 CC DD EE POWER SWITCH HEX WRENCHES 3 OPEN END WRENCH CUTTERHEAD LOCKING TOOL M10 FLAT WASHER 3 M10 LOCKWASHER 3 M10 x 25mm HEX SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW 3 M6 x 10mm PAN HEAD SCREW M6 x 15mm HEX SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW 2 M6 EXTERNAL TOOL WASHER 2 M6 x 8mm PAN HEAD SCREW 4 M6 x 10mm PAN HEAD FLANGE SCREW 4 17 ASSEMBLV ASSEMBLING MOBILE BASE WHEELS 1 Turn the Base A upside down and mount the 2 non swiveling wheels B to the base using one M8 x 50mm Hex head screw and one flat washer for each wheel SEE FIG 1 Fig 1 2 Attach the leveling feet C to the base bv screwing the threaded portion of the foot into the threaded holes in the base 3 Attach the swiveling foot pedal D to the base using two x 20 Carriage bolts and two hex nuts SEE FIG 2 Fig 2 Turn the base back over so that the wheels are on the ground and adjust the leveling feet until the unit does not rock or wobble 18 MOUNTING JOINTER TO BASE A WARNING The Machine is heavv two people are required to unpack and lift 1 Remove the access panel on the
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24. S 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 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 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 WARRANTV CARD Name 8 Street City State Zip Phone Number 9 E Mail 10 Product Description Model No Serial No The following information is given on a voluntary basis and is strictiv confidential 1 Where did you purchase your STEEL machine Store gt City 2 How did you first learn of Steel City Tool Works _ Advertisement Mail Order Catalog 11 Web Site _ Friend _ Local Store Other 3 Which
25. TABLE ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL DEPTH GAUGE STOP MOBILE BASE FOOT PEDAL TOMMDO DB gt b GENERAL SAFETV A WARNING TO AVOID serious injurv and damage to the machine read and follow all Safetv and Operating Instructions before assembling and operating this machine This manual is not totallv comprehensive It does not and can not convev everv possible safetv and opera tional problem which mav arise while using this machine The manual will cover manv of the basic and specific safetv procedures needed in an industrial envi ronment All federal and state laws and any regulations having jurisdiction covering the safety reguirements 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 2 This is safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety mes sages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided WILL result in death or serious injury A WARNING 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
26. a tion for which it was not designed It will do a safer and higher qualitv job by only performing operations for which the machine was intended DO NOT stand on a machine Serious injury could result if it tips over or you accidentally contact any moving part DO NOT store anything above or near the machine DO NOT operate any machine or tool if under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication 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 intended functions Check for alignment binding or breakage of all moving parts Any guard or other part that is dam aged should be immediately repaired or replaced 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 Keep visitors and children away from any machine DO NOT permit people to be in the immediate work area especially when the machine is operating KEEP protective guards in place and in working order MAINTAIN vour balance DO NOT extend vourself over the tool Wear oil resistant rubber soled shoes Keep floor clear of debris grease and wax MAINTAIN all machines with care ALWAVS KEEP machine clean and in good working order KEEP all blade
27. acking amp INVENRTONY 22 edit eee SAS naa 15 SECTION TI Assemblea Ks piden ELLE 18 SECTION 12 SACHSEN STS ii orate cete babe Ec E Eu 23 SECTION 139 Operations ii i Nm 26 jeune nile ee ik ee a aa 29 SECTION 15 TrOuDIESROOIMGO ee ef 31 SECTIONWG Parts LIU i de a 33 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 WARRANTV 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 machine part or machine accessory which in normal use has proven to be defective provided that the customer returns the product shipping prepaid
28. al 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 A WARNING e 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 e MAKE CERTAIN the machine is disconnected from power source before starting any electrical work e MAKE SURE the circuit breaker does not exceed the rating of the plug and receptacle The motor supplied with your machine is a 115 230 volt 60 hertz single phase motor Never connect the green or ground wire to a live terminal The machine should only be connected to an outlet having the same configuration as t
29. ays reduce 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 CON DOB O N lc c O O ND O 15A 15B 15C 16 17 18 19 20 54 2 53 2 42 2 PART NO OR72909 OR93380 OR72910 OR90761 OR72911 OR94769 OR70327 OR72912 OR94770 OR94771 OR90219 OR72913 OR90222 OR72914 OR70432 OR70379 OR72915 OR72916 OR72917 OR70141 OR94772 OR72918 KN 41 2 DESCRIPTION MOTOR BRACKET M8 x 15mm HEX SOC SET SCREW CABLE CLAMP 5 x 10mm PAN HD SCREW PULLEV GUARD 6 x 10mm PAN FLANGE SCREW SPE
30. counterclockwise Loosen screws B further and remove knife and knife locking bar SEE FIG 29 Using an allen wrench lower the two knife adjust ment blocks to the bottom of the cutterhead turn ing screws C clockwise in all three slots of the cutterhead Before assembling knives make certain the knives and locking bars are thoroughiv clean and free of gum and pitch Place the knife locking bars and knives into each slot in the cutterhead A WARNING CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN INSERTING THE KNIVES AS THE CUTTING EDGES ARE VERV SHARP WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES WHEN HANDLING THE KNIVES 7 Push 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 The knives are adjusted correctiv when the cutting edge of the knife extends out 015 from the cutter head diameter 30 10 12 13 14 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 11 Lower the infeed table and place a straight edge E on the outfeed table extending over the cutter head D as shown SEE FIG 30 Fig 30 Rotate the cutterhead by hand until the knife is at its highest point at each end of the cutterhead To raise the knife use
31. ct Specifications Length 69 Table 6 68 Width 21 7 Number of Knives 3 Height 13 Cutterhead Diameter 2 1 2 Gross Weight 284 5 Ibs Cutterhead Speed 5 000 RPM STAND Cuts per Minute 15 000 Length 28 Adjustment Jack screws Width 19 2 Fence Size Overall 4 x 38 Height 26 4 Gross Weight 112 5 Ibs Maximum Depth of rabbet 1 2 ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS There are a varietv of accessories available for vour Steel Citv Product For more information on anv accessories associated with this and other machines please contact vour nearest Steel Citv distributor or visit our website at www steelcitvtoolworks com DEFINITION OF TERMS Edge Jointing The process of making the edge of a Rabbet A rectangular cut or groove along or near the piece of stock straight and square edge of a piece of wood that allows another piece to fit into it to form a joint Face Jointing Similar to edge jointing except rather then the edge it is the face of the board that is being Snipe Gouging or depression of the board at the machined flat and square 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 Gum Pitch or Resin A stickv sap based residue that comes from wood products FEATURE IDENTIFICATION DUST PORT OUTFEED TABLE ADJUSTMENT KNOB OUTFEED TABLE FENCE CUTTERHEAD GUARD POWER SWITCH INFEED TABLE INFEED
32. e Occupational Safetv and Health Regulations OSHA electrical connections and wiring should be made qualified personnel oniv 4 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 A WARNING perience difficulties in performing any operation Contact your supervisor instructor or machine service center immediately 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 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 ALWAYS turn the power switch OFF before unplugging the jointer 9 DO NOT handle the plug or jointer with wet hands 12 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 USE accessories only recommended by Steel City DO NOT pull the jointer by the power cord NEVER allow the power cord to come in contact with sharp edges hot surfaces oil or grease DO NOT unplug the jointer by pulling on the power cord ALWAYS grasp the plug not the cord REPLACE a damaged cord immediately DO NOT use a damaged cord or plug
33. erator into the moving parts Users must wear a protective cover on their hair if the hair is long to prevent it from contacting any moving parts 11 28 29 SAVE these instructions and refer to them freguent ly and use them to instruct other users 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 ltasca IL 60143 3201 American National Standards Institute 25 West 48rd Street 4th floor New York NY 10036 www ansi org ANSI 01 1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machines and the U S Department of Labor regulations www osha gov PRODUCT SAFETY 1 A WARNING Serious personal injurv occur if normal safetv precautions are overlooked or ignored Accidents are frequentiv caused lack of familiaritv or failure to pav attention Obtain advice from supervisor instructor or another qualified individual who is familiar with this machine and its operations Everv work area is different Alwavs consider safe tv first as it applies to vour work area Use this machine with respect and caution Failure to do so could result in serious personal injurv and damage to the machine Prevent electrical shock Follow all electrical and safetv codes including the National Electrical Code and th
34. he 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 32 Align outfeed table with cutterhead knife at top dead center Reduce eliminate downward pressure on that end of workpiece 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 Alw
35. he plug 14 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 3 wire extension cord that has 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 115 VOLT OPERATION ONLY 25 LONG 50 LONG 100 LONG 16 AWG 14 AWG 14 AWG recommended 0 to 6 Amps 6 to 10 Amps 10 to 12 Amps 12 to 15 Amps MINIMUM RECOMMENDED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS AWG 230 VOLT OPERATION ONLY 16 AWG 14 AWG 14 AWG recommended 0 to 6 A
36. he stock in front of the knives to increasing depth leaving a tapered surface The ridge left by the knives when starting the taper may be 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 A CAUTION 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 to the width of the rabbet 2 Lower the infeed table an amount equal to the depth of the rabbet If the rabbet is guite 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 SURFACING SHORT OR THIN WORK A CAUTION
37. ig 19 OUTFEED TABLE ADJUSTMENTS 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 thumbscrew D and rotate the table raising and lower ing knob B until the table is level with the knives When the table is exactly level with the knives at their highest point of revolution tighten thumbscrew D SEE FIGS 17 and 18 ADJUSTMENTS In order to do accurate work the knives must be exactiv level with the outfeed table To check and adjust proceed as follows A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MACHINE IS DISCON NECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Lower the infeed table far enough so that it sits lower than outfeed table 2 Remove the cutterhead guard 3 Placea straight edge on the outfeed table extend ing over the cutterhead as shown SEE FIG 20 Fig 20 4 Carefully rotate the cutterhead 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 A in the knife locking bar counter clockwise to loosen using an open end wrench B Then using an allen wrench adjust the height of the knife bv turning the knife raising screws C counterclockwise to lower and clockwise to raise the knife SEE FIG 21 A WARNING CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN HANDLING THE KNIVES AS THE CUTTING EDGES ARE VERV SHARP WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES WHEN
38. is 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 287 1 when operat ing power tools A WARNING ALWAYS wear hearing protection Plain cotton is not an acceptable protective device Hearing eguipment should comply with ANSI S3 19 Standards A WARNING 4 ALWAYS wear a NIOSH OSHA approved dust mask to prevent inhaling dangerous dust or air borne particles 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 parts or performing any maintenance 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 A WARNING 8 AVOID a dangerous working environment DO NOT use electrical tools in a damp environment or expose them to rain or moisture A WARNING 9 CHILDPROOF THE WORKSHOP AREA by removing switch keys unplugging tools from the electrical receptacles and using padlocks 10 DO NOT use electrical tools in the presence of flammable liguids or gasses 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 DO NOT FORCE the machine to perform an oper
39. mps 6 to 10 Amps 10 to 12 Amps 12 to 15 Amps UNPACKING amp INVENTORV A WARNING e The machine is heavy two people are required to unpack and Iift e 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 KNOB WASHER SPECIAL NUT A B C D E F G 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 qualitv 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 WARNING If any parts are missing do not attempt to plug in power cord and turn 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 5C4 TOOL CUTTERHEAD GUARD INFEED TABLE HANDWHEEL OUTFEED TABLE ADJUSTMENT KNOB FENCE LOCKI
40. ndividual who is familiar with the machine and its operations Everv work area is different Alwavs consider safetv first as it applies to vour work area Use anv machine with respect and caution Failure to do so could result in serious personal injurv and damage to the machine STOP using the machine if at anv time vou experience difficulties in performing anv operation Contact vour supervisor instructor or machine service center immedi atelv START STOP SWITCH The START STOP switch assembly is located above the infeed table To turn the jointer push the green start button A To turn the jointer OFF push the red stop paddle B SEE FIG 23 Fig 23 A WARNING CHILDPROOF THE WORKSHOP AREA bv removing switch kevs 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 Vour 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 25 The
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42. post B of the cut terhead guard D SEE FIG 9 Fig 9 20 2 Attach the cutterhead guard to the jointer by placing the post through the hole E in the jointer SEE FIG 9B 3 Turn knob C on the underside of the hole 1 2 turn to put tension on the return spring This spring allows the guard to return over the cutterhead after the cut has been made 4 Align the slot in the post with the spring then insert post e Check that the guard returns completely over the cutterhead If it does not remove the guard and add another 1 2 turn to knob C Replace guard just like you did in step 4 and recheck D Thread screw removed in step 1 into the cutterhead guard post This screw keeps the guard in place ATTACHING INFEED TABLE ADJUSTING HANDWHEEL A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MACHINE IS DISCON NECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Place the handwheel A over the shaft C on the infeed table side of the jointer SEE FIG 10 N Fasten the handwheel to the shaft by tightening the set screw B Fig 10 ATTACHING OUTFEED TABLE ADJUSTMENT KNOB AWARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MACHINE IS DISCON NECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE Fig 11 2 Fasten knob to the shaft using one M6 Phillips head screw Tighten securely ALIGNING PULLEYS AND ASSEMBLING BELTS A WARNING Attach Knob A to the on the outfeed side of the table SEE FIG 11 1 Place a straight edge along the
43. r with a UL CSA Listed plug not included suitable for 230 volts and the rated current of the motor The jointer with a 230 volt plug should only be connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug No adapter is available or should be used with the 230 volt plug 1 Make sure the switch is OFF and disconnect power cord from power source 2 Unscrew the six screws that fasten the access panel to the base of the jointer and remove access panel 3 motor tag states that it is dual voltage remove junction box cover A on motor SEE FIG 24A Fig 24A 4 Using wiring diagram on inside of junction box cover reconnect motor leads for 230 volt operation 5 Replace junction box cover and reattach panel removed on step 2 6 Replace the 115 volt plug with a plug rated for 230 volt operation 7 The ON OFF switch is 4 pole and does not need modified OPERATIONS According to manv OSHA ANSI STATE and LOCAL CODES it is the Emplovers Responsibilitv to PERMIT ONLS trained and authorized emplovees to operate equipment INSPECT AND MAINTAIN guards safetv devices and start stop controls INSTRUCT TRAIN and SUPERVISE the safe method of work WARNING Serious personal injurv mav occur if normal safetv pre cautions are overlooked or ignored Accidents are fre quentiv caused lack of familiaritv or failure to pav attention Obtain advice from supervisor instructor or another qualified i
44. s and tool bits sharp NEVER leave a machine running unattended Turn the power switch to the OFF position DO NOT leave the machine until it has come to a complete stop REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS from the immediate area prior to turning the machine ON 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 vour hands STAV ALERT watch what vou are doing and use common sense when operating anv machine DO NOT operate machine tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools mav result in serious personal injurv 25 26 27 USE ONLY recommended accessories Use of incorrect or improper accessories could cause serl ous injurv to the operator and cause damage to the machine If in doubt DO NOT use it THE USE of extension cords is not recommended for 230V equipment It is better to arrange the placement of vour equipment and the installed wiring to eliminate the need for an extension cord If an extension cord is necessarv 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 jewelrv These items can get caught in the machine during operations and pull the op
45. ter using two M6 x 15mm socket head cap screws and A WARNING two 6 external tooth washers SEE FIG 15 MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MACHINE IS DISCON Fig 15 NECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE The cutterhead pullev guard is attached to the jointer using four 6 x 10mm Phillips pan head flange screws A SEE FIG 13 Fig 13 2 Insert the cord through the hole A in the jointer stand and attach to the pigtail on the motor SEE FIG 16 3 Reattach panel on the rear of the Jointer Base ATTACHING DUST PORT A 4 dust port is provided for purpose of connecting the jointer to a dust collection system If you do not intend on connecting this unit to a dust collection system DO NOT attach the dust port The dust port is attached to the outfeed side of the jointer by using four M6 x 8mm Phillips pan head screws SEE FIG 14 Fig 14 22 ADJUSTMENTS INFEED TABLE ADJUSTMENT raise or lower the infeed table loosen thumbscrew C on the rear of the jointer and rotate handwheel A until the table is at the desired position SEE FIGS 17 and 18 Fig 17 23 INFEED POSITIVE STOP There is a safetv feature that will not allow the infeed table to drop below a 1 8 in depth of cut Once the jointer hits a depth of 1 8 the spring loaded knob A snaps into a hole in the infeed table make the infeed table go lower than this vou will have to pull out on the knob as vou lower the table SEE FIG 19 F
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