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OPERATING MANUAL
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Hoffmann Dovetail Routing Machine
Model eXess
Hoffmann Machine Company, Inc.
1386 Drexel Road
Valdese, NC 28690 USA
Fax: (828) 430 – 4620
Phone: (828) 430 - 4510
e-mail: info@Hoffmann-USA.com
www.Hoffmann-USA.com
Toll-free Technical Support: (866) 248 – 0100
© Hoffmann Machine Company, Inc.
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- Page 1 Hoffmann Dovetail Routing Machine Model eXess Hoffmann Machine Company, Inc. 1386 Drexel Road Valdese, NC 28690 USA Fax: (828) 430 – 4620 Phone: (828) 430 - 4510 e-mail: info@Hoffmann-USA.com www.Hoffmann-USA.com Toll-free Technical Support: (866) 248 – 0100 © Hoffmann Machine Company, Inc.
- Page 2 For your own safety, please take a moment to locate and read the warning label before operating this machine. If a label has been removed, defaced or is illegible, please contact Hoffmann Machine Company, Inc. to request a free replacement.
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Page 3: Operator Training
12. Only original Hoffmann replacement parts must be used to rebuild machine. 3. Operator Training The Hoffmann Dovetail Routing Machine model eXess is to be operated, maintained and repaired only by properly trained and qualified personnel. It is imperative that the operator has carefully read and understood these operating instructions, and that he or she is aware of all potential risks resulting from operating this machine. -
Page 4: General Machine Description
The Hoffmann Dovetail Routing Machine model eXess is designed solely to process material for the Hoffmann Dovetail Joining System. This machine is to be used only to process material for Hoffmann Dovetail Keys, size W-1, W-2 and W-3. SE OF THIS MACHINE FOR ANY OTHER OPERATION IS DANGEROUS AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY The manufacturer cannot be held liable if the machine is used for any operations other than outlined in this manual. -
Page 5: Machine Installation
Hoffmann eXess Hand-Held Dovetail Routing Machine - 4 - 7. Technical Data Number of motors Motor type 115 Volt, 60 Hz, 450 watt Rotation CCW (counter clockwise) Revolutions per minute 27,000 rpm (idle) Collet size 1/4" = 6.35mm Air supply none Max. - Page 6 Hoffmann eXess Hand-Held Dovetail Routing Machine - 5 - 9. Stationary Machine Operation – 45-degree miters with one key per joint The machine is secured along the edge of a sturdy surface, e.g. workbench, etc. with two 8 x 3/4" pan head screws.
- Page 7 Hoffmann eXess Hand-Held Dovetail Routing Machine - 6 - 9.1 Stationary Machine Operation – 45-degree miters with two keys per joint Following the steps outlined above, the first keyway position is routed on all parts. The center fence is then re-adjusted for the second keyway by loosening the thumb screw and moving the fence in or out to the desired position.
- Page 8 Hoffmann eXess Hand-Held Dovetail Routing Machine - 7 - 10. Stationary Machine Operation – 45-degree miters with two keys per joint Set-up with removable index pins instead of center fence Steel index pin placed in first of four possible locations (per side)
- Page 9 Hoffmann eXess Hand-Held Dovetail Routing Machine - 8 - 11. Stationary Machine Operation – non 45-degree miters with one or two keys per joint Set-up with removable index pins instead of center fence The set-up and process steps are the same for...
- Page 10 Hoffmann eXess Hand-Held Dovetail Routing Machine - 9 - 12. Hand-held Machine Operation – large miter and square joints Hairline pointer in sight window Place both parts to be joined in proper alignment to each other and mark the desired locations for Dovetail Keys with thin pencil marks.
- Page 11 CAUTION: Do not over tighten this screw as damage to motor bearings may occur. Tighten screw only enough to keep motor from twisting! Make a test cut and verify proper settings by inserting a Hoffmann key. Loosen this screw to remove motor.
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Page 12: Fine Adjustment
Hoffmann eXess Hand-Held Dovetail Routing Machine - 11 - 13.1 Fine Adjustment The operator can adjust the tightness of an assembled joint as well as the clamping force exerted by the key. LWAYS DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY SERVICE MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR WORK Verify that electrical power has been disconnected. -
Page 13: Maintenance
• The cooling vents in the motor housing must be kept free from dust and debris. • Promptly replace damaged or worn router bits. Use only Original Hoffmann Dovetail Router Bits for best performance. • All fasteners, nuts and bolts should be checked periodically and re-tightened as necessary. - Page 14 Hoffmann eXess Hand-Held Dovetail Routing Machine - 13 - 16.1 eXess machine details 20, 21, 22 23, 24 Hoffmann Machine Company, Inc. 1386 Drexel Road Valdese, NC 28690 Phone: (828) 430 - 4510 Fax: (828) 430 - 4620 e-mail: info@Hoffmann-USA.com...
- Page 15 Hoffmann eXess Hand-Held Dovetail Routing Machine - 14 - 14. eXess parts list Number Order Number Description W3900015 ON-OFF switch for router motor 450 watt W5000010 machine base plate W4050610 socket head cap screw M6 x 10 W4018150 hand knob...
- Page 16 Hoffmann eXess Hand-Held Dovetail Routing Machine - 15 - 15. Hoffmann Dovetail Keys, standard brown plastic, without flange Part number length in inches length in mm W 9100600 W1 – 1/4” 6.0mm W 9101000 W1 – 3/8” 10.0mm W 9101400 W1 –...
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Page 17: Installation
SELLER MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. It is buyer’s sole responsibility to test, approve and authorize the use of the Hoffmann Dovetail Joining System and the Hoffmann Dovetail Keys or “Schwalbe” for any and all applications. -
Page 18: Terms And Conditions Of Sale
1. Application and Scope: The terms and conditions contained herein apply to proposals made, and to purchase orders received, by HOFFMANN MACHINE COMPANY, INC. (hereinafter called “Seller”), and sets forth the entire agreement between the parties hereto, and supersedes all... - Page 19 Hoffmann eXess Hand-Held Dovetail Routing Machine - 18 - 17. Terms and Conditions of Sale (continued) 9. Deliveries: It is the desire of Seller to meet requested delivery schedules, however, Seller shall not incur any liability, consequential, collateral or otherwise, due to any delay or failure to deliver for any reason, other than arbitrary refusal by Seller to perform. Any delivery indication furnished by Seller only represents the best estimate of the time required to make shipment.
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