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Table of Contents Warranty and Service ...2 Table of Contents ...3 Warning...5 Introduction...7 Description ...7 Specifications ...7 Unpacking ...8 Contents of the Shipping Container ...8 Installation and Assembly ...9 Installing Switch Arm ...10 Installing Cutterhead Guard...10 Dust Collection...11 Grounding Instructions...11 Extension cords...12 230 Volt, Single Phase Operation...12 Three Phase Operation ...12...
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Electrical Connections – 1 Phase, 230 Volt ...44 Electrical Connections – 3 Phase, 230 Volt ...45 Electrical Connections – 3 Phase, 460 Volt ...46...
Warning Read and understand the entire owners manual before attempting assembly or operation. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause serious injury. Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed. This jointer is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only.
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23. Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed rate. Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. The right tool will do the job better and safer. 24. Use recommended accessories; improper accessories may be hazardous. 25.
Introduction This manual is provided by WMH Tool Group covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a Model PJ-882 Jointer. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. This machine has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if used in accordance with instructions set forth in this manual.
Unpacking Open shipping container and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not discard any shipping material until the Jointer is assembled and running properly. Compare the contents of your container with the following parts list to make sure all parts are intact.
Installation and Assembly Tools required for assembly Forklift or hoist with straps/slings 14mm (or 9/16”) wrench or socket Cross-point (Phillips) screwdriver 3mm and 5mm hex wrenches (provided) 1. Remove any boards or straps that secure the Jointer to the pallet, and remove protective wrapping.
Installing Switch Arm 1. The switch arm was shipped in horizontal position. Loosen and remove the four socket head cap screws and flat washers on the bracket of the switch arm (Figure 3) with a 5mm hex wrench. Hold on to the switch arm while doing this, to prevent the arm from falling.
cutterhead guard should sufficient spring tension. Test it by swinging the guard away from the fence and then releasing it. The guard must always have enough spring tension to cover the unused part of the cutterhead during the cutting operation, and to swing back to contact the fence when the workpiece has cleared the area.
Jointer. Extension cords extension recommended for the PJ882 Jointer. But if one is necessary, make sure the cord rating is suitable for the amperage listed on the machine’s motor plate. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
If you are hard-wiring the Jointer, make sure the fuses have been removed or the breakers have been tripped in the circuit to which the Jointer will be connected, and place a warning placard on the fuse holder or circuit breaker to prevent it being turned on until wiring is complete.
NOTE: After operating the machine for a short time, the drive belt tension should be re- checked, as the new drive belt may stretch slightly during the “breaking-in” period. Drive Belt Replacement 1. Unscrew the knob (A, Figure 11) and remove the belt guard (B, Figure 11).
3. Tighten locking handle (B, Figure 14). To tilt fence backward: The fence can be tilted backward up to 45° (that is, for a total angle of 135° from table surface). 1. Loosen locking handle (B, Figure 16). 2. Flip the 90° stop block (E, Figure 16) out of the way.
4. Rotate the screw (H, Figure 17) until it contacts the casting in front of it. 5. Tighten the hex nut on the screw (H, Figure 17) and tighten locking handle (B, Figure 16). Setting the 45° Backward Stop 1. The 45° backward stop is controlled by the screw (G, Figure 18), which will contact the back of the fence when the fence is tilted backward.
2. Knives must be set in the cutterhead so that the highest point of their arc is level with the the outfeed table. 3. Knives must be parallel with the outfeed table across the entire length of the knives. These alignments are explained below. Setting Tables Parallel For optimum performance of the jointer, the infeed and outfeed tables must be parallel front-...
9. Each table has four cam adjustment devices; two in front and two in back. NOTE: On the front of the Jointer, the two outside cams are concealed by the hubs. You must remove the hub to expose the cam adjustment device. Remove the socket head cap screw and flat washer at the center with a 6mm hex wrench, and loosen the two setscrews in the hub (Figure 21...
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When you receive the jointer, the knives have been pre-set at the factory. However, the height and parallelism of the knives with the outfeed table should be checked, and any needed adjustments made, before putting the jointer into operation. Proceed as follows: 1.
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Figure 27 illustrates the correct setting of outfeed table level with the knives. The workpiece will rest firmly on both tables with no open space under the finished cut. The outfeed table has now been locked at a standard height, level with the arc of the knives. NOTE: After the outfeed table has been set at the correct height, it should not be changed except for special operations or after replacing...
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10. Place the aluminum knife gauge at the front of the outfeed table (toward the rabbet ledge) and repeat the process. 11. This test should be performed on all three knives in the cutterhead, using the provided gauge. 12. If any knife is either too high or too low at one of its ends to correctly move the gauge as described above, then the height and/or parallelism of that knife in the cutterhead...
21. The tightening process should continue at least two more times, each time tightening the gib screws further on all three knives in turn. On the third time, the gib screws should all be firmly tightened. Before operating the jointer, make sure screws...
Infeed Table Stop Screws The stop screws below the infeed table have the same function as those for the outfeed table. “Outfeed Table Stop instructions on adjustment. Replacing Knives in the Cutterhead Jointer knives are extremely sharp. Use caution and proceed slowly when working with or around the cutterhead.
Eliminating “Play” in Tables There are four set screws at the front of the jointer – two on the outfeed table and two on the infeed table – that will allow you to prevent “play” in the tables. (Figure 38 shows a set screw for the outfeed table.) After a period of use, the copper tip (see item #27, page 37) which is attached to the end of...
3. The cutterhead guard must be in place and operating properly (except when rabbeting). 4. Infeed table set for desired depth of cut. 5. Stand away from the cutterhead and turn the machine on for a few moments. Listen for any odd noises, rubbings, vibrations, etc. Correct such problems before attempting operations on the jointer.
Rabbeting rabbet removal of the guard. Use extreme caution and keep hands clear of cutterhead. Always re-install guard immediately after rabbeting operation is completed. A rabbet is a groove cut along the edge of a board. See Figure 42. The width and thickness of the wood to be rabbeted depends upon the width and length of the rabbet.
Although the fence may be tilted in or out for a bevel cut, it is recommended for safety reasons that the fence be tilted in toward the operator, making a cradled cut. Direction of Grain Avoid feeding work into the jointer against the grain.
Maintenance Disconnect machine from power source before maintenance. Failure to comply may cause serious injury. The table and fence surfaces must be kept clean and free of rust for best results. Some users apply a thin coat of paste wax. Avoid waxes or protective sprays that contain silicone, as this can transfer to the workpiece and make it difficult for later finishes to adhere to the wood.
Knives can usually be whetted several times in the cutterhead before having to be removed and re-ground. TIP: If the jointer is used frequently, keeping a spare set of knives on hand is recommended. Extra knives (stock no. 6296046, set of 3) may be obtained from your distributor, or by calling customer service at 1-800-274-6848.
Troubleshooting – Operating Problems Trouble Probable Cause Finished stock is concave on back Knife is higher than outfeed table. end. Finished stock is Outfeed table is higher than knife. concave on front end. Finished stock is concave in the Both tables have too much end fall. middle.
Troubleshooting – Mechanical and Electrical Problems Trouble Probable Cause Machine will not start/restart or No incoming power. repeatedly trips circuit breaker or blows fuses. Overload automatic reset has not reset. Jointer frequently trips. Building circuit breaker trips or fuse blows. Switch or motor failure (how to distinguish).
Trouble Probable Cause Machine will not start/restart or repeatedly trips Miswiring of the unit. circuit breaker or blows fuses. On/off switch failure. Optional Accessories 6296046 ... Knives (set of 3) 2230035 ... Knife Setting Gauge 6285917 ... Push Block Replacement Parts Replacement parts are listed on the following pages.
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