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Edge Jointing
Edge jointing (see example Figures below) pro-
duces a flat and true surface along the side of
a workpiece by removing uneven areas. It is an
essential step for squaring up warped or rough
stock and when preparing a workpiece for joinery
or finishing.
NOTICE
If you are not experienced with a jointer,
set depth of cut to 0", and practice feeding
workpiece across tables as described. This
will help you prepare for actual operations.
Figure 36. Example of edge jointing operation.
Removed
Surface
Figure 37. Illustration of edge jointing results.
Model G0893 (Mfd. Since 03/19)
To edge joint on jointer:
1.
Inspect stock to ensure it is safe and suitable
for the operation (see Stock Inspection &
Requirements section).
2.
Set infeed table height to desired cutting
depth for each pass.
CAUTION: To minimize risk of kickback,
do not exceed a cutting depth of
3.
Set fence to 90°.
4.
Start jointer.
5.
Place workpiece firmly against fence and
infeed table.
CAUTION: To ensure workpiece remains
stable during cut, concave sides of workpiece
must face toward table and fence.
6.
Feed workpiece completely across cutter-
head while keeping it firmly against fence
and tables during the entire cut.
CAUTION: Keep hands at least 4" away
from cutterhead during the entire cut. Instead
of allowing a hand to pass directly over cut-
terhead, lift it up and over cutterhead, and
safely reposition it on the outfeed side to con-
tinue supporting workpiece. Use push blocks
whenever practical to further reduce risk of
accidental hand contact with cutterhead.
7.
Repeat Step 6 until the entire edge is flat.
Tip: When squaring up stock, cut opposite
edge of workpiece with a table saw instead
of the jointer—otherwise, both edges of work-
piece will not be parallel with each other.
⁄
1
" per pass.
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