Do not use this machine for other than its 20. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that intended use. If used for other purposes, JET you do not fall into the blade or other moving disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds parts.
28. Don’t use in dangerous environment. Don’t use 41. Do not exceed 1/8-inch depth of cut per pass. power tools in damp or wet location, or expose 42. Keep knives sharp for best results and safer them to rain. Keep work area well lighted. operation.
1.2 Planer specific safety rules ......................... 3 2.0 Table of contents ............................4 3.0 About this manual ............................5 4.0 Features of JWP-13BT Planer ........................5 5.0 Specifications ..............................6 5.1 Mounting layout for JWP-13BT ........................7 ...
5.0 Specifications Table 1 Model number JWP-13BT Stock number 722130 Motor and electricals Motor type DC, Series-wound Horsepower 2 HP Motor phase Single Motor voltage 120 V Cycle 60 Hz Listed FLA (full load amps) 15 A Motor speed 23,000 RPM...
RPM = revolutions per minute The specifications in this manual were current at time of publication, but because of our policy of continuous improvement, JET reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice, without incurring obligations.
6.4 Dust collection Read and understand the entire contents of this manual before attempting It is strongly recommended that a dust collection assembly or operation. Failure to comply may system be used with this planer, with a minimum cause serious injury. capacity of 500 CFM.
2-pole receptacle as shown in B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The The JWP-13BT is wired for 115-volt power. The temporary adapter should be used only until a planer comes with a plug designed for use on a...
8.0 Adjustments processed to the same final thickness. Choose one of 6 stop settings, from 1/8 to 1-inch. 8.1 Head adjustment Rotate thickness gauge dial to desired finish depth. Lower head for each pass until the stop is contacted, The head contains the motor, cutterhead and chip then make the final pass.
Unscrew two knobs (D, Figure 8-3) and remove it to run for a few moments, then shut it off and wipe deflector cover (E). any oil off the tables before proceeding. To avoid risk of injury due to kickbacks, do not stand directly in line with the front or rear of the planer.
If the circuit breaker trips frequently, consult sect. Always feed the board so the knives are cutting in 11.0, Troubleshooting the JWP-13BT. the same direction as the wood grain, as shown in Figure 9-3. If you cut against the grain, the wood can “chip out”...
TIP: On rough lumber, you may need to rip one stand, at both the infeed and outfeed ends of the edge on a table saw or band saw to more easily planer. observe a board’s grain direction. Also, the grain on Other methods to prevent snipe are reducing the some wood species may change direction in the depth of cut, and feeding additional boards butted...
10.3 Commutator brush inspection The JWP-13BT planer is designed for planing solid wood. Other material, including glue, will dull or To maintain motor efficiency, inspect the two carbon damage the knives. However, when you need to brushes periodically (frequently if planer is heavily ‘true-up”...
10.5 Thickness scale calibration Leadscrews – (refer to Figure 4-1). Clean both leadscrews with a brush and/or soft rag. Apply If the thickness scale becomes inaccurate after a light coat of #2 lithium tube grease along the extended use, plane a board and carefully measure entire length of both leadscrews.
Remove belt (Figure 10-6) by walking the belt Back off the hex nut (D, Figure 10-7) and turn from motor cutterhead pulleys the stop screw (E) as needed. Move head to alternately. Gently pull the belt while turning the contact the gauge stop. pulleys at the same time.
11.0 Troubleshooting JWP-13BT Planer Symptom Possible Cause Correction* Planer will not start. No incoming power. Check plug connection. Low voltage. Have power line inspected for proper voltage. Circuit breaker on planer motor tripped. Allow motor to cool and press reset switch.
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Knife projection not uniform. Inspect all knife inserts for positioning and side to side. tightness. Table not parallel to cutterhead. Contact JET technical service. Head difficult to adjust. Lack of lubrication on corner posts and Lubricate posts and lead screws. lead screws.
Non-proprietary parts, such as fasteners, can be found at local hardware stores, or may be ordered from JET. Some parts are shown for reference only, and may not be available individually.
JET sells through distributors only. The specifications listed in JET printed materials and on official JET website are given as general information and are not binding. JET reserves the right to effect at any time, without prior notice, those alterations to parts, fittings, and accessory equipment which they may deem necessary for any reason whatsoever.