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For your own safety, please take a moment to locate and read all warning labels 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.
Intended Use and Operation The HOFFMANN MU3-series dovetail routing machines are designed solely for manually routing dovetail keyways for Hoffmann Dovetail Keys into solid hard and soft wood, wood-related materials such as MDF, plywood, particleboard and certain plastic materials. Dovetail Keyways in sizes W-0, W-1, W-2 and W-3 can be routed with the standard router motor, a larger 1,000 watt router motor is recommended for use with W-4 router bits.
Operating and Maintenance Manual 3.2 Technical Changes and Maintenance Technical changes or alterations of any kind are only permitted if the prior written authorization from Hoffmann Machine Company, Inc. has been secured. Never remove safety guards and shields, remove or by-pass safety devices, switches, sensors, use or install tooling other than originally supplied.
Terminology used in this manual MU3-series = HOFFMANN MU3-P or MU3-PD Dovetail Routing Machine = Hoffmann dovetail router bits in sizes W-0, W-1 / W-2 / W3 Workpiece = User supplied moulding profiles made of wood or wood related materials ...
Operating and Maintenance Manual Warranty and Liability The „Hoffmann Machine Company, Inc. Terms and Conditions of Sale“ are the basis for all dealings between the manufacturer and the customer. These Terms have been made available to the customer during the proposal and order processing stage.
Operating and Maintenance Manual Electrical and Dust Collection Connections Hoffmann MU3-series dovetail routing machine are equipped with power cords for 120 volt US household current. Connect the power cord to a suitable outlet or, if using an extension cord, use the shortest extension cord possible.
Operating and Maintenance Manual Router Bit Adjustments Hoffmann Dovetail Keys are designed to create permanent and reliable joints in a wide range of wood products. For optimum strength and reliability, it is important to adjust the router bits properly. The medium or factory settings for the router bit projection (measurement “X”) are:...
Operating and Maintenance Manual Calibrating and Using Digital Displays (MU3-PD) Hoffmann MU3-PD dovetail routing machines are equipped with a dual LCD (liquid crystal display). Display for routing height Display for keyway location Compressed air connection Height adjustment bar with magnetic tape...
Operating and Maintenance Manual Overview - Center Fence Plate and Square Stop Hoffmann Dovetail Joining Machines are equipped with an innovative fence system for joining miter joints at any angle as well as square or butt joints, end-to-end joints, etc.
HOFFMANN Digital Multi Gauge Instead of using the steps in the square-stop (see page 16), the HOFFMANN Digital Multi Gauge can be used to set precise router bit projections on the machines. The digital read-out allows precise setting of router bits which is especially helpful in cases were a little less or more draw (or clamping force) is required.
Part Number: W9000111 W-1 Hoffmann Dovetail Key Sample Case is a sturdy, securely latching plastic case with approx. 20 pieces each of all W-1 Dovetail Keys. Inside label clearly indicates each Key size with dimension and part number. Case contains approx. 180 Keys.
11 Please contact Hoffmann Technical Support at any time with any questions, concerns or other issues. We are here to help you get the most out of your Hoffmann Dovetail Joining Machine. Toll-free: 866 – 248 – 0100 International: 001 –...
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...
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