Download
Share
Print this page
Hoffmann PU2-TL Operating Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Hoffmann Manuals
  4. Power Tool
  5. PU2-TL
  6. Operating manual

Hoffmann PU2-TL Operating Manual

Dovetail routing machine
Hide thumbs

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
OPERATING MANUAL
for
Hoffmann Dovetail Routing Machine
Model PU2-TL
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.

Advertisement

loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the PU2-TL and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Related Manuals for Hoffmann PU2-TL

Summary of Contents for Hoffmann PU2-TL

  • Page 1 Hoffmann Dovetail Routing Machine Model PU2-TL 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 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.
  • Page 3 11. When interrupting work or upon leaving the area, machine must be switched off. Only trained and qualified personnel must be allowed to use machine. Only original Hoffmann replacement parts must be used to rebuild machine. Hoffmann Machine Company, Inc.
  • Page 4 The Hoffmann Dovetail Routing Machine model PU2-TL 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, W-3 and W-4. 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 The potential risk of injury on the electrical parts of the machine.  The potential risk of injury on the pneumatic elements of the machine.  6. Toolkit The machine is shipped with a Hoffmann toolkit, consisting of:  Hex key 2.5mm  Hex key 3.0mm ...

  • Page 6: Unpacking Inspection

    Hoffmann PU2-TL Dovetail Routing Machine - 5 - 8. Machine Installation 8.1 Unpacking – Inspection Upon receipt, check the machine and shipping container for any damage. Report any transportation damage to the delivering carrier and indicate it on the bill of lading. Request an immediate inspection for assessment of damage.

  • Page 7: Machine Operation

    Hoffmann PU2-TL Dovetail Routing Machine - 6 - 9. Machine Operation 9.1 Standard 45-degree miters with one key per joint The machine is equipped with a routing height adjustment rod (2). The scale (3) on the vertical bar indicates the height the router bit will travel into the material. To adjust the height, simply loosen the locking lever (1) and move the bar to the desired height.
  • Page 8 Hoffmann PU2-TL Dovetail Routing Machine - 7 - 9.2 Standard 45-degree miters with multiple keys per joint Adjust the machine and process the material for one dovetail key as described above. After all material has been machined for the first key location, re-set the steel fence plate (1) on the machine table (and re-set the routing height if necessary) and proceed as before.
  • Page 9 9.3 Miter joints with angles other than 45 degrees Replace the standard 45-degree steel fence plate (shipped with machine) with either a fixed fence plate for hexagon or octagon frames, or the adjustable Hoffmann Synchro fence and proceed as outlined in section 9.2.
  • Page 10 9.5 Adjusting tilt angle for motor carriage The motor carriage on PU2-TL models can be tilted forward and backward +/- 45 degrees. The carriage angle is adjusted with the right hand wheel on front of the machine; the angle is displayed on an angle scale on the right hand side of the machine.
  • Page 11 Hoffmann PU2-TL Dovetail Routing Machine - 10 - Angle scale on right hand side of machine After adjusting the carriage angle to the desired setting, use the left hand wheel to move the table top close (within 1/8” of the back fence).
  • Page 12 Hoffmann PU2-TL Dovetail Routing Machine - 11 - Motor carriage tilted back and motor raised for clarity Note: Table top must be closer to rear fence before operating machine. 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 13 Hoffmann PU2-TL Dovetail Routing Machine - 12 - Motor carriage tilted forward and motor raised for clarity Hoffmann Machine Company, Inc. 1386 Drexel Road Valdese, NC 28690 Phone: (828) 430 - 4510 Fax: (828) 430 - 4620 e-mail: info@Hoffmann-USA.com www.Hoffmann-USA.com...
  • Page 14 For a production environment, it is advisable to build a fixture to support the moulding in the correct position. NOTE: Pictures show procedure on standard PU-2 model – same set-up is used on PU2-TL model! dovetail keyway locations...
  • Page 15 Hoffmann PU2-TL Dovetail Routing Machine - 14 - 10. Accessories for PU2-TL machines (standard PU-2 machine shown) Synchro fence, adjustable from 18-64º Table flip-stop with spring loaded tab order number: W 3105000 order number: W 3900002 Inside corner fences for 45º miters...
  • Page 16 Hoffmann PU2-TL Dovetail Routing Machine - 15 - order number: W 3900006 order number: W 3900001 / W 3900003 11. Change of router bit LWAYS DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND COMPRESSED AIR LINE BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY SERVICE MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR WORK Follow proper “Lock-Out / Tag-Out”...
  • Page 17 Hoffmann PU2-TL Dovetail Routing Machine - 16 - Step 3: Loosen allen head screw in motor bracket and remove motor Step 4-5: Motor removed to change router bit 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 18 Hoffmann PU2-TL Dovetail Routing Machine - 17 - Step 6: Motor is moved into motor bracket until tip of router bit touches set-up jig. 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 19 To re-set the machine to the factory setting, use the included aluminum set-up jig. Wrong Setting Correct Setting 13. Applications for the Hoffmann Dovetail Joining System Hoffmann Machine Company, Inc. 1386 Drexel Road Valdese, NC 28690...
  • Page 20 Hoffmann PU2-TL Dovetail Routing Machine - 19 - 15. Installation of fence extensions If accessory fence extensions have been ordered with the machine please follow these assembly instructions: 1. Push the left and right hand side fence with the steel connector plate (2) and bolt (1) into the machine fence profile.
  • Page 21 Hoffmann PU2-TL Dovetail Routing Machine - 20 - Producing angled cabinet fronts with the PU2-TL tilt-head Dovetail Routing Machine and Hoffmann Dovetail Keys Side panel and assembled face-frame with 45 degree miter on machine table during keyway routing process. Assembled cabinet front viewed from inside Same front viewed from outside Dovetail Keys size W2 –...
  • Page 22  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 23 32. Pillow block with bearing Please see page 1 of this manual for location and type of Warning and Safety Labels on this machine! Please contact Hoffmann Machine Company, Inc. toll-free at 866-248-0100 if you need spare parts, service or other assistance.
  • Page 24 Hoffmann PU2-TL Dovetail Routing Machine - 23 - 18. PU2-TL side view Hoffmann Machine Company, Inc. 1386 Drexel Road Valdese, NC 28690 Phone: (828) 430 - 4510 Fax: (828) 430 - 4620 e-mail: info@Hoffmann-USA.com www.Hoffmann-USA.com...
  • Page 25 Hoffmann PU2-TL Dovetail Routing Machine - 24 - 18.1 PU2-TL rear view Hoffmann Machine Company, Inc. 1386 Drexel Road Valdese, NC 28690 Phone: (828) 430 - 4510 Fax: (828) 430 - 4620 e-mail: info@Hoffmann-USA.com www.Hoffmann-USA.com...
  • Page 26 Hoffmann PU2-TL Dovetail Routing Machine - 25 - 19. Electrical Schematic Hoffmann Machine Company, Inc. 1386 Drexel Road Valdese, NC 28690 Phone: (828) 430 - 4510 Fax: (828) 430 - 4620 e-mail: info@Hoffmann-USA.com www.Hoffmann-USA.com...

  • Page 27: Pneumatic Schematic

    Hoffmann PU2-TL Dovetail Routing Machine - 26 - 20. Pneumatic Schematic motor carriage or main cylinder pneumatic hold-down clamp 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 28 Hoffmann PU2-TL Dovetail Routing Machine - 27 - 21. Hoffmann Dovetail Keys, standard brown plastic, without flange Part number length in inches length in mm W1 – 1/4” W 9100600 6.0mm W1 – 3/8” W 9101000 10.0mm W1 – 9/16”...
  • Page 29 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 30: Terms And Conditions Of Sale

    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 communication, representations or agreements, whether...
  • Page 31 Hoffmann PU2-TL Dovetail Routing Machine - 30 - 23. Terms and Conditions of Sale (continued) 6. Warranty Adjustment Terms: (a) Adjustments will be limited to claims which are presented promptly after the product is found to be defective, and within the aforesaid warranty period.
  • Page 32 Hoffmann PU2-TL Dovetail Routing Machine - 31 - insolvent or is subject to proceedings under any law relating to bankruptcy, insolvency or relief of debtors. Upon such termination Seller shall be entitled to receive reimbursement for reasonable termination charges. 23. Terms and Conditions of Sale (continued) 12.