Jointer

Information:

The jointer is a tool used to make flat faces. It functions with a flush metal faceplate and rotating barrel blade that planes off the wood it comes in contact with. You use this tool in combination with the planer to mill boards. The jointer is used first to make one flush face which is then used as reference for the planar which makes a parallel cut on the top of the piece.

Safety Basics:

The jointer can be very dangerous if used incorrectly, especially because the blades are significantly sharper than most other power tools. All of the following MUST be done while operating:

• Personal Safety:

  • Wear safety glasses at all times

  • Avoid loose clothing, tie back hair

• Environmental Safety:

  • Activate the ventilation vacuum

  • Sweep up excess sawdust after operation

• Operational Safety:

  • Have a trained AMS mentor present with you in the wood room

  • NEVER put your hand near the blade, whether running or not

  • If you need to inspect the blade by pulling back the red plastic cover, use the indent on the outer edge (away from the blade)

How to Use:

1. Before doing anything make sure the blade lock (yellow) is flipped down and engaged.

2. Adjust the depth of the cut using the dials (blue). There is a multi-scale dial next to them.

   - The lock knob (A) allows for adjustment when loosened (tighten again before running) and the adjustment knob (B) changes the depth.

3. Adjust the variable speed adjustment knob (green) using this table:

1. DO NOT pull back the red blade covering. It is designed to move out of the way as you push the work piece through.

2. When ready, turn the machine on using the power switch (red).

3. Place the work piece at the right end (towards adjustment dials) of the machine, keep flush with both the faceplate and fence.

   - The faceplate is the horizontal smooth metal and the fence is the vertical piece that makes a 90 degree angle.

4. Push your work piece through the blade keeping constant downwards pressure.

5. You should not see the blade while pushing your work piece through. It should be concealed by the red cover or work piece.

6. Make sure the entirety of your work piece passes by the blade. Do not stop early by picking the work piece up. It should stay flush to the metal the entire time from start to finish.

7. Turn the machine off by flicking the power switch (red) down.

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Jointer User Manual.pdf

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