PowerTec BJ600 Owner's Manual

6” bench jointer with built-in dust collection

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Model No. BJ600
Owner's Manual
6" BENCH JOINTER
WITH BUILT-IN DUST COLLECTION
QUESTION...
1•877•393•7121
Visit us on the web at www.southerntechllc.com
You will need this manual for safety instructions, operating procedures, and warranty.
Put it and the original sales invoice in a safe, dry place for future reference.
09-0909

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  • Page 1 Model No. BJ600 Owner’s Manual 6” BENCH JOINTER WITH BUILT-IN DUST COLLECTION QUESTION... 1•877•393•7121 Visit us on the web at www.southerntechllc.com You will need this manual for safety instructions, operating procedures, and warranty. Put it and the original sales invoice in a safe, dry place for future reference.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS PARTS ILLUSTRATION & LIST SECTION PAGE SAFETY RULES WARRANTY Work Preparation Work Area Preparation Tool Maintenance Tool Operation PRODUCTION SPECIFICATIONS ASSEMBLY Unpackaging Voltage................120 Attach Fence Support Amps................12 Install Fence Hertz................60 Attach Dust Collection Bag Mount Jointer Phase.................Single Power Source Cutter Head Speed..........10,000 RPM Grounding Instructions...
  • Page 3: Safety Rules

    SAFETY RULES TOOL MAINTENANCE WARNING • Turn the machine "OFF", and disconnect the machine For your own safety, read and understand all warnings from the power source prior to inspection. and operating instructions before using any tool or • Maintain all tools and machines in peak condition. Keep equipment.
  • Page 4: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY UNPACKAGING Refer to Figure 1. The machine is shipped complete in on container. Carefully unpack the machine and all loose items from the shipping container. Fig 1 illustrates the machine and all loose items. Check for shipping damage. A claim must be filled with carrier if damage has occurred.
  • Page 5: Attach Fence Support

    ATTACH FENCE SUPPORT • Slide fence forward so that the fence contacts the cutterhead guard. At this position the cutterhead is Figure 2-1 completely covered by cutterhead guard. WARNING • Install fence tilting handle (H) with spacer through right link and thread into left link. (Figure 3) Turn the switch to OFF position and disconnect the machine from power source.
  • Page 6: Mount Jointer

    • Place Clamp (K) over Dust Bag (J) Sleeve. Figure 5 - Jointer/Planer Foot Print Figure 4 - 3 3/8” • Slide Sleeve with Clamp (K) and Dust Bag Wire (L) Ring POWER SOURCE over Dust Chute (I). WARNING Figure 4 - 4 Do not connect to the power source until the machine is completely assembled.
  • Page 7: Extension Cords

    Extension Cord Length Figure 6 - 3-Prong Receptacle Wire Size ....... . A.W.G. Up to 25 ft.
  • Page 8: Specifications

    OPERATION DESCRIPTION • Do not allow anyone to stand or cross in line of cutterhead rotation. Kickback or thrown debris will travel This jointer is used to surface the faces and edges of in this direction. wood to produce a flat surface. The jointer features cast •...
  • Page 9 ADJUST THE HEIGHT OF THE CUTTERHEAD • Push the Limit Block Shaft (3) toward the fence. Place the Limit plate (1) of the Fence Bracket Assembly into BLADES: the Limit Block Rear Slot (2). WARNING • Pull the fence toward perpendicular to the table (90°) (remove "toward") position.
  • Page 10 ADJUST THE DEPTH OF CUT ON-OFF SWITCH • This jointer can cut workpiece from very thin to 1/8” The ON/OFF switch is located on the jointer base. To turn deep. Do not attempt to cut more than 1/8” deep. For the jointer ON, pull the switch to the up position.
  • Page 11 FEED THE WORKPIECE Figure 19 - Guiding Workpiece • This jointer machine is designed to process natural wood fiber only . Never use plastics, metal, laminated articles, particle board, plywood, MDF or other synthetic materials on this machine. • Never process a workpiece that is shorter than 10”, narrower than 3/4", or less than 1/2"...
  • Page 12 MAINTENANCE • Never mix new blade with old blade on the cutterhead. WARNING Never mix blades with different degrees of wear. Never Turn the switch to “OFF” position and disconnect the use a blade where unbalanced wear from side to side jointer from power source before any maintenance work.
  • Page 13 GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND • In a clean and well-lit workplace, lay the machine on the LUBRICATION ground. The switch panel is now facing up. condition • Unscrew and remove the bottom cover (Key No. 113). • Keep the jointer in good conditions. Vacuum excess •...
  • Page 14 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION Motor will not start 1. Low voltage 1. Check power supply for proper voltage 2. Short circuit in line cord or plug 2. Inspect line cord and plug for faulty insulation 3. Short circuit in motor or shorted connection 4.
  • Page 15 6” BENCH JOINTER PARTS ILLUSTRATION...
  • Page 16 6” BENCH JOINTER PARTS LIST Key No. Part No. Part Name Key No. Part No. Part Name BJ600001 6 MM HEX NUT BJ600061 DUST COLLECTION WIRE BJ600002 BLOCK BJ600062 DUST CHUTE BJ600003 SHAFT BJ600063 6×20MM PAN HEAD SCREW BJ600004 FENCE BRACKET BJ600064 5×12MM SOCKET HEAD BOLT BJ600005...
  • Page 17 ; or by calling 1-877-393-7121 (toll free), 9 AM to 5 PM, Mondy through Friday, US Central Time. 30- DAY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY During the first 30 days after the date of purchase, if you are dissatisfied with the performance of this POWERTEC tool (add comma) for any reason you may return the tool to the retailer from which it was purchased for a full refund or exchange.
  • Page 18 DISCLAIMER To the extent permitted by applicable law, all implied warranties, including warranties of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, are disclaimed. Any implied warranties, that cannot be disclaimed under state law are limited to one year from the date of purchase. Southern Technologies LLC. is not responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages.
  • Page 19 Southern Technologies, LLC 206 Terrace Drive Mundelein, Illinois 60060...

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