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MORTISER
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Model # 43012
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- Page 1 WENPRODUCTS.COM IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
- Page 2 Assembly Preparation & Adjustments Operation Maintenance Exploded View & Parts List Warranty Statement PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Model Number: 43012 Motor: AC 120V, 60Hz, 5A (Full Load) Spindle Speed: 1725 RPM Spindle Travel: 4-1/4 in. (108 mm) Chisel Capacity: 1/4 to 1/2 in. (6 to 12 mm) Chuck Capacity: 1/32 to 1/2 in.
- Page 3 SAFETY INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing the WEN Bench Mortiser. We know you are excited to put your tool to work, but first, please take a moment to read through the manual. This manual provides information regarding potential safety concerns, as well as helpful assembly and operating instructions. Safe operation of this tool requires that you read and understand this operator’s manual and all labels affixed to the tool.
- Page 4 GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in electric shock, fire and serious injury. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains- operated (corded) power tool. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. WORK AREA SAFETY 1.
- Page 5 GENERAL SAFETY RULES 6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts. 7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used.
- Page 6 SPECIFIC RULES FOR MORTISERS 1. DO NOT operate this machine until it has been fully assembled and adjusted according to the instructions. 2. ALWAYS wear ANSI Z87.1-approved eye protection and a face shield/dust mask. 3. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry when using the mortiser. Keep hands, hair and other body parts away from the mortiser bits.
- Page 7 ELECTRICAL INFORMATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides the path of least resistance for an electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
- Page 8 KNOW YOUR MORTISER Carefully remove the tool and all contents from the packaging. Check all components and compare against the dia- gram below. If any part is damaged or missing, please contact our customer service at (800) 232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST or email us at techsupport@wenproducts.com.
- Page 9 ASSEMBLY WARNING: To prevent injury from accidental operation, make sure the tool is switched OFF and un- plugged from the power source before assembling the tool or making any adjustments. STEP 1: CLEAN THE SURFACE Your tool comes protected with a layer of heavy-duty anti-rust coating. Remove the protective coating from surfaces using a soft cloth, moistened with kerosene (do not use acetone, gasoline or lacquer thinner).
- Page 10 ASSEMBLY STEP 3: ASSEMBLE THE TABLE (Fig. 3) Parts needed: Table Screws Assemble the table to the base using two screws. Thread the screws (Fig. 3 - 1) into the holes of the table and through the Fig. 3 threaded holes on the base. STEP 4: ASSEMBLE THE FENCE (Fig.
- Page 11 ASSEMBLY STEP 5: INSTALL THE HOLD-DOWN CLAMP (Fig. 5) Parts needed: Hold-down Clamp Hold-down Bar Lock Knob Insert the hold-down bar (Fig. 5 - 1) through the front hole on the fence rod. Tighten the set screws (Fig. 5 - 2) to secure the hold-down bar in place.
- Page 12 ASSEMBLY STEP 7: MOUNTING TO A BENCHTOP (Fig. 8) For effective and safe operation, the mor- Unit: millimeters tiser must be mounted to a secure work- bench. The base of this machine has two mount- ing holes, each with a diameter of 1/2" (12 mm).
- Page 13 PREPARATION & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: To prevent injury from accidental operation, make sure the tool is switched OFF and un- plugged from the power source before assembling the tool or making any adjustments. USING THE OPERATION HANDLE (Fig. 10) The operation handle controls the movement of the head. Pull down the handle to lower the head.
- Page 14 PREPARATION & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: To prevent injury from accidental operation, make sure the tool is switched OFF and un- plugged from the power source before assembling the tool or making any adjustments. INSTALLING THE MORTISER BIT A mortiser bit consists of a hollow chisel sharpened on four sides to cut the edges of the square, and an auger bit inside the chisel that spins to clear materials.
- Page 15 PREPARATION & ADJUSTMENTS INSTALLING THE MORTISER BIT (CONTINUED) Chuck You should now have the proper clearance space be- tween the bit and chisel, with the auger bit protrud- Chuck ing about 1/16 inch beyond the bottom of the chisel Hole (Fig.
- Page 16 OPERATION WARNING: To prevent serious injury, make sure all the warnings and instructions have been read and understood before operating this tool. WARNING: Make sure all bit are sharp and free of damage before using them. Do not use dull or damaged tools.
- Page 17 Replacement mortiser bits can be purchased from wenpro- cucts.com by searching the part number (see page 18 & 19): 43012-081 for 1/2" bit, 43012-082 for 3/8" bit and 43012- Fig. 17 083 for 1/4" bit.
- Page 18 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST 29-1 29-3 29-2 29-4 29-5 29-6 29-7 63-1 49-1 NOTE: Repairs and replacements should only be performed by an authorized technician. Parts and accessories that wear down over the course of normal use are not covered by the two-year warranty.
- Page 19 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST Part No. Description Qty. Part No. Description Qty. 43012-001 Flat Washer 10mm Shoulder Screw 43012-039 M10-1.5 40, 26 X 40 43012-002 Hex Bolt M10-1.5 X 30 43012-040 Handle Clutch 43012-003 Base 43012-041 Gear Column 43012-004...
- Page 20 LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY WEN Products is committed to build tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality. LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN CONSUMER POWER TOOLS PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES, LLC (“Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser only, that all WEN con- sumer power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase.
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