Craftsman 137.217100 Owner's Manual page 17

To position the collars (FIG. X, Y, Z)
The collars may be used above, below, or between two
cutters, according to the depth and pattern requirements.
1. When the collar (1) is placed below the cutter (2), the
progress of the cut can be seen at all times.
Accidental lifting of the workpiece (3) will gouge and
ruin it. (FIG. X)
2. When the collar is used above the cutter, the cut
cannot be seen, and the cut will not be affected by
slight variations in the wood thickness. (FIG. Y)
3. When the collar is placed between two cutters, the
cut has the benefits of both the above and below
positions. This setup is frequently used when both
edges of the work are shaped at the same time.
(FIG. Z)
Fig. X _ 3
Fig. Y
3
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Fig. Z
4
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3
To feed the workpiece (FIG. AA)
The starting pin should be used as a support when
starting the cut. Always feed against the rotation of the
cutter.
1. Rest the workpiece against the starting pin (1) (first
position). Feed straight into thecutter (2) until the
finished edge is against the collar (3).
2. The workpiece is now supported by the collar and
the starting pin (second position).
3. After the cut is started, the work is swung free of the
starting pin and is supported only by the collar (third
position).
4. Keep the edge being shaped at 90 °, perpendicular.
to the collar. Hold the workpiece firmly against the
collar, and slowly feed around the shape until the
cutting is complete.
Always use the starting pin. It the work advances to the
cutter without the support of the starting pin, it will be
kicked back and cause possible injury. Always feed against
the rotation of the cutter.
Fig. AA
3 2
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2nd position
1st position
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_ ,._ 2nd position
3rd posd_on
Using a pattern when feeding
To make several pieces of the same shape:
1. Make a pattern or template from 1/4" scrap wood.
2. Allow for the diameter of the collar, the contour
shape, and depth of cut when cutting the pattern.
3. Fasten the pattern to the workpiece using clamps,
screws, brads, or rubber cement.
4. Feed the workpieee into the cutter until the collar
contacts the pattern.
5. Slowly feed the workpiece around the pattern holding
the pattern fight against the collar. Do any cross-grain
cutting first, to prevent splintering on the finished
workpiece.
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