Bevel Cutting; Edge Jointing - Craftex CX12HC User Manual

BEVEL CUTTING

Bevel cutting is the cutting operation to cut
a desired angle on the edge of the work
piece.
To perform bevel cutting operation on a
jointer it is recommended to set the cutting
depth between 1/16" and 1/8".
Now, set the fence to your desired angle
and start the jointer. Use push blocks to
push the stock over the cutter-head. If the
stock is cupped, make sure to put the
concave face of the stock flat on the in-feed
table. See figure 19.
Figure-19 Bevel cutting
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EDGE JOINTING

Edge jointing is to make the edge of the
stock flat and suitable for joinery or
finishing. To edge joint on the jointer set the
cutting depth to 1/16" & 1/8" and make sure
the fence is set to 90 degrees. Place the
concave face of the stock flat on the in-feed
table and run the jointer. Use push blocks
to push the stock over the cutter head.
Repeat the same procedure until the edge
of the stock is flat.
Figure-20 Edge jointing