Chicago Electric 68987 Owners &  Safety Manual
Chicago Electric 68987 Owners &  Safety Manual

Chicago Electric 68987 Owners & Safety Manual

4" biscuit plate joiner

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Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions
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inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product's serial number in the back of the manual
near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and
the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact
and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken,
please call 1-800-444-3353 as soon as possible.
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  • Page 1 (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference. ITEM 68987 Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com Email our technical support at: tech@harborfreight.com When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact and undamaged.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. Page 2 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68987...
  • Page 3: Electrical Safety

    A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury. Item 68987 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 3...
  • Page 4 Blades that do not match the mounting hardware of a complete stop. Moving parts can grab the the saw will run eccentrically, causing loss of control. surface and pull the tool out of your control. Page 4 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68987...
  • Page 5 If any abnormal (such as tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers), seek medical advice as soon as possible. vibration occurs, stop use immediately. SaVE thESE inStRuctiOnS. Item 68987 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 5...
  • Page 6 National Electrical Code. 2. Double insulated tools may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the preceding illustration. (See Outlets for 2-prong plug.) Outlets for 2-prong plug Page 6 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68987...
  • Page 7: Safety

    Do not cover ventilation ducts. Keep flammable objects away. n 0 xxxx/min. No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM) WARNING marking concerning Risk of Electric Shock. Properly connect power cord to appropriate outlet. Item 68987 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 7...
  • Page 8: Specifications

    Angle Locking Knob (84) Spindle Lock Angle Ruler (82) Height Locking Cutting Guide Knob (74) Angle Fence (81) Trigger (29) Trigger Lock Depth Setting Dial (65) Depth Adjustment Dust Chute (85) Bolt (55) Page 8 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68987...
  • Page 9 Port and slide it in place. onto the Dust Chute. Release the wires. 3. To empty the bag, unzip the Zipper at the large end of the bag and empty contents. Zip bag closed. Item 68987 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 9...
  • Page 10 Depress the Fence and measure how far the Blade extends. Once the desired setting is reached, tighten the Nut in place. Page 10 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68987...
  • Page 11: Setting The Fence Angle

    This is especially critical for plunge cuts. 2. Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit. The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent distraction and injury. Item 68987 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 11...
  • Page 12 1/2" thick or larger will use the largest size biscuit (size #20). Biscuit Sizes for this Joiner 1" (23 mm) 3/4" (19 mm) 5/8" (15 mm) Figure 8 Page 12 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68987...
  • Page 13: Setup

    Figure 11 If possible, lay the workpieces as they will be joined together and mark a center line across the join to mark the center of cut to be made. Item 68987 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 13...
  • Page 14: Operation

    3. Wipe external surfaces of the tool with clean cloth. WaRninG! if the supply cord of this power tool is damaged, it must be replaced only by a qualified service technician. Page 14 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68987...
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    If an extension cord is needed, use one with the proper diameter for its length and load. See Extension Cords in GROUNDING section. Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool. Disconnect power supply before service. Item 68987 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 15...
  • Page 16: Parts List

    Angle Fence Label Angle Ruler Screw ST3.5X10 Sink Screw Brush Angle Locking Knob Brush Holder Dust Port Roller φ3X4.9 Dust Chute Housing Dust Bag Stator Screw M4X55 Pinion Spring Washer 65Mn(φ4) Page 16 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68987...
  • Page 17 Diagram Item 68987 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 17...
  • Page 18 If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. Page 18 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Item 68987...
  • Page 19: Maintenance

    This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Item 68987 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
  • Page 20 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • (800) 444-3353...

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