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.
Parts List – Stand and Motor Assembly (JWJ-8CS only) ................ 25 Stand and Motor Assembly (JWJ-8HH only) ................... 26 Parts List – Stand and Motor Assembly (JWJ-8HH only) ................ 27 Parts List – Cutterhead Assembly (JWJ-8CS only) ................. 28 ...
5. Do not use this jointer for other than its intended use. If used for other purposes, JET disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless from any injury that may result from that use.
Shipping Weight, Jointer and Stand ..........452 lbs.......... 456 lbs The above specifications were current at the time this manual was published, 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.
12/14mm Open End Wrench 8/10mm Open End Wrench Hex Wrenches (3, 4 and 5 mm) Knife Gauge Assembly Tools included with JWJ-8HH 12/14mm Open End Wrench 8/10mm Open End Wrench Hex Wrenches (3, 4, 5, 6 mm) Star Point Screwdrivers...
Do not use gasoline, paint thinner, mineral spirits, etc. These may damage painted surfaces. Cutterhead knives are dangerously sharp! Use extreme caution when cleaning. 4. Apply a thin layer of paste wax to the bright surfaces of the fence and tables to prevent rust.
Installing Handwheels 1. Remove protective tape from shaft, and remove screw and washer. 2. Press handwheel (A, Fig. 4) onto shaft, aligning the keyway with the key. necessary, use a hammer with a block wood handwheel completely onto the shaft. 3.
Installing Cutterhead Guard The cutterhead guard has a spring tension mechanism which must properly tensioned when installing the cutterhead guard on the machine. To install the cutterhead guard: 1. Insert a small hex wrench, or similar object, into the pin on the guard tension mechanism (Figure 8-1).
Consult the wiring diagram inside the switch box cover. The diagram is also on page 30 of this manual. The JWJ-8CS and JWJ-8HH jointers are rated at 230V, single phase only. Confirm that the power at the source is compatible...
Recommended Extension Cord Gauges (AWG) Adjustments Extension Cord Length in Feet * Amps 90° Fence Adjustment Note: whenever making an adjustment to < 5 the fence, lift the fence up slightly after releasing lock handle avoid 5 to 8 scratching the table. 8 to 12 1.
2. Rotate the cutterhead by turning the cutterhead pulley and determine the 12 o’clock position of knife number one (or a knife insert on the JWJ-8HH model). The 12 o’clock position is the highest point a blade will reach in the cutting arc.
7. If blade is higher or lower at one point, slightly loosen five screws (A, Fig. 19) by turning clockwise as viewed from the infeed table. 8. Place the knife setting gauge (B, Fig. 19) on the cutterhead over the blade. Continue loosening the five screws until the springs push the knife up into contact with the gauge.
12 of this manual. Replacing or Rotating Knife Inserts (JWJ-8HH only) The knife inserts on the model JWJ-8HH Jointer are four-sided. When dull, simply remove each insert, rotate it 90° for a fresh edge, and re-install it.
Infeed Table Depth Stop Referring to Figure 26a: The infeed table travel limiter located on the back of the table sets the upper and lower range for the infeed table height adjustment and should not require any adjustments. The infeed table depth stop (A) limits the depth of a cut (set by adjusting the infeed table handwheel) to a maximum depth of 1/8”.
infeed table and the major flat surface of the workpiece against the fence (Fig. 28). Planing cuts are similar. The major surface of the workpiece is placed on the table with the narrow edge of the workpiece against the fence (Fig. 29). For jointing and planing cuts pressure is directed three ways;...
Note: Rabbet cuts are not applicable with complete the cut. the Model JWJ-8HH Jointer with helical head. 1. Adjust the fence so that the distance between the end of the knives and fence is equal to the width of the rabbet (Fig.
7. Take the same amount of passes for all three blades. Maintenance When the blades have been sharpened, if they still are not cutting efficiently, trying to touch up Lubrication the blades further will only cause the formation 1. Use a good grade of light grease on the of a second beveled edge.
7. Before replacing the cutterhead back into 8. To re-install the cutterhead, reverse the the casting, thoroughly clean the “saddle” above steps. and the bearing housings of saw dust and grease so that they seat properly. Troubleshooting Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Finished stock is Raise outfeed table so it is level with...
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