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INTRODUCTION This user manual is intended for use by anyone working with this machine. It should be kept available for immediate reference so that all operations can be performed with maximum efficiency and safety. Do not attempt to perform maintenance or operate this machine until you have read and understand the information contained in this manual.
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RODUCT T SPEC CIFICATI IONS Cutterhe ad speed 12,000 Motor RP 1900 00+/-10% ( (No Load) Cutterhe ad diamet 2" Max wid dth capac city 8" Max dep th of cut 1/8” Cutter in serts qty Motor po ower input 20 V, 60 H z, AC Only y, 10 Amp...
GENERAL SAFETY NOTE: The WARNING! CAUTION! symbols indicate a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury. READ THIS MANUAL completely before assembling and operating this machine. WARNING! TO AVOID serious injury, death, or damage to the machine, please read, understand, and follow, all Safety and Operating Instructions before assembling and operating this machine.
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GENERAL SAFETY (cont.) ALWAYS keep the work area clean, well lit, and organized. DO NOT work in an area that has slippery floor surfaces from debris, grease, and wax. CAUTION! ALWAYS unplug the machine from the electrical receptacle when making adjustments, changing parts or performing any maintenance.
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GENERAL SAFETY (cont.) KEEP protective guards in place and in working order. MAINTAIN your balance. DO NOT extend yourself over the tool. Wear oil resistant CAUTION! rubber soled shoes. Keep floor clear of debris, grease, and wax. MAINTAIN all machines with care. ALWAYS KEEP machine clean and in good working order. KEEP all blades and tool bits sharp.
PRODUCT SAFETY Serious personal injury may occur if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored. Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention. Obtain advice from supervisor, instructor, or another qualified individual who is familiar with this machine and its operations.
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PRODUCT SAFETY (cont.) 14. ENSURE that the machine sits firmly before using. If the machine wobbles or is unstable, correct the problem by attaching to a bench top prior to operation. 15. This machine is designed to process wood ONLY. NEVER position fingers or thumbs near the cutterhead.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This machine MUST BE GROUNDED while in use to protect the operator from WARNING! electric shock. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, GROUNDING provides the path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. The plug MUST be plugged into a matching electrical receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) Make certain the extension cord is properly sized, and in good electrical condition. Always replace a worn or damaged extension cord immediately or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it. Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or wet areas. MINIMUM RECOMMENDED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG) 115 VOLT OPERATION ONLY 25’...
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SSEMBL LY & AD DJUSTM ENTS WARNI NG! MAK KE CERTA AIN THAT THE MAC CHINE IS D DISCONNE ECTED FR ROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE ASSEMB LY AND A ADJUSTME ENTS FENCE A ASSEMBLY Y PROCEDU 1. Face t the rear of t the jointer a and remove...
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ASSEM MBLY & ADJUST TMENT S (cont. 3. Locate e the Fence e Sliding Br acket (See page 13) a nd the 2 sc rews and 2 2 square nut ts (See page 13). Insert s screws thro ough the Fe nce Sliding Bracket up pper holes “A...
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ASSEM MBLY & ADJUST TMENT S (cont. 4. Locate e Fence (Se ee page 13 ) and slide from end, w with the bac ck of fence f facing brack ket, over the sq quare nuts a as shown in n FIG 5.
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ASSEM MBLY & ADJUST TMENT S (cont. 6. Facing g the rear o of the jointer r, place the Sliding Bra acket Fence e Assembly onto the Fe ence Brack ket and slide e forward (to owards front t of the joint ter) until the e table holes s are half ex...
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ASSEM MBLY & ADJUST TMENT S (cont. CUTTERH HEAD GUA he cutterhea ad guard ha as a tension n return spri ing. The ten nsion on this s spring is s set at the ctory. When n the guard is installed d properly it should retu urn to the fe...
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ASSEM MBLY & ADJUST TMENT S (cont. FENC E ADJUST TMENTS The fe ence can be e tilted from 90 to 135 d degrees. Th here are 2 a adjustable s stop set scre ews for these limits. See FIG 17 for t the location n of these se et screws.
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ASSEM MBLY & ADJUST TMENT S (cont. 2. To set t the 135 deg gree stop, sl lightly loose en lever “B” and loosen n fence leve er “A”. Slide the fence back co ompletely an nd re-tighte en lever “A”. .
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OPTIONA AL) CLE EANING G SPIRA AL CUTT TERHEA AD & TIP WARNIN MAKE E CERTAIN N THAT TH E MACHIN E IS DISCO ONNECTED D FROM TH POWER S SOURCE B BEFORE PE ERFORMIN NG ANY MA AINTENANC CE PROCE EDURES MAGNUM sp piral cutter...
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CLEANING SPIRAL CUTTERHEAD & TIPS (cont.) Step 3 - Separate the tips from the screws and place in separate containers with a bit of mineral spirits or non-chlorinated brake cleaner. Once all are removed, wipe down the bare cutterhead using rags with whichever solvent you chose. Once the oil is wiped off, use an air compressor or a can of pressurized air to clear each seat and screw hole on the cutter head.
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ERATION NOTE: U USE SCRA AP STOCK K TO FIRST T TO CHE ECK JOINT TER SET U UP AND OPERAT TIONS. ON NCE YOU H HAVE DES SIRED RE SULTS, O ONLY THEN N USE YO PROJEC CT STOCK NOTE: Th his operatio ons section w...
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ERATION NS (con DIRECTIO ON OF GRA Avoid feed ding work in nto the joint ter against t the grain. T he result wi ill be chippe ed and splin ntered edges or t tear out. Fe eed with the e grain to ob btain a smoo oth surface...
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ERATION NS (con PLACEM ENT OF HA ANDS DUR RING FEED At the sta art of the cut t, the left ha and holds th he work aga ainst the infe eed table an nd fence, w while the right hand d pushes th e work dow wn and towa...
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ERATION NS (con JOINTING G AN EDGE This is the e most com mmon opera tion for the jointer. The ese cuts are e made to s square an ed dge of a work piec ce that alrea ady has one e flat face to o rest again st the fence...
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OPERATIONS (cont.) UNDESIREBALE RESULTS NOTE: Rough sawn , bowed, cupped, or twisted stock will take several passes before a smooth finish is achieved. Apply light downward pressure to this type of stock and take very shallow depth of cut passes to eliminate stock waste and bowed surfaces. Research proper jointing methods for imperfect lumber.
MAINTENANCE WARNING! MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MACHINE IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your jointer should provide you with a long time of service provided you take the time to perform the following maintenance operations. CLEANING Sawdust buildup and other debris can cause the tool to joint and plane incorrectly.
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MAIN NTENAN NCE (co ont.) NG! MAKE E CERTAIN N THAT TH E MACHIN E IS DISCO ONNECTED D FROM TH WARNIN POWER S SOURCE B BEFORE PE ERFORMIN NG ANY MA AINTENANC CE PROCE EDURES CUTTER TIP REPLA ACEMENT –...
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MAIN NTENAN NCE (co ont.) DISCONN NECT THE JOINTER F FROM THE POWER S SOURCE! move any sa wdust from the head o f the Torx s crew. move the Tor rx screw an d Cutter ins sert. ...
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MAIN NTENAN NCE (co ont.) 3. Loosen n the 3 moto or mounting g screws “A” ”, “B” and “C C”, about 1 full turn. Se ee FIG 30 4. From th he exposed open base , gently pus sh motor aw way from yo ou with left h hand to rele...
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MAIN NTENAN NCE (co ont.) 5. Place n new belt ove er cutterhea ad pulley an nd walk belt onto the mo otor pulley. Make sure that the belt is s seated in al l cutterhead d and motor r pulley groo oves.
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ROUBLE ESHOOT TING GU UIDE INFEED / OUTFEE ED TABLE COPLANA AR AND C CUTTERHE EAD PARA ALLELISM M CHECK NOTE: Do o not attem mpt these a adjustment ts before ru unning piec ces of scra ap test stoc ck to make sur re there is a...
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ROUBLE ESHOOT TING G UIDE (c cont) The infee d and outfe eed tables h have been a adjusted at t the factory before ship pment. Ther e is a possibility y that they m may have sh hifted due to o it being dro opped, rolle ed, or impac...
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ROUBLE ESHOOT TING G UIDE (c cont) 2. Low wer the infe ed table to its lowest s setting by ro otating Infee ed Table Lo ck Knob “A A” counte erclockwise e to loosen a and rotate t he Infeed T Table Lower r/Raise Kno ob “B”...
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ROUBLE ESHOOT TING G UIDE (c cont) If the outf feed table is s not paralle el with the c cutterhead t tips, remove e the table h hole plugs t to expose the table h hold down a and adjustm ment screw holes using g your finge...
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ROUBLE ESHOOT TING G UIDE (c cont) outfeed tab ble is prope rly adjusted d, you can r reinsert the table plugs s and then m move onto d table to ch heck if adjus stments are e necessary y. Do not go o back and r readjust the e outfeed...
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ROUBLE ESHOOT TING G UIDE (c cont) INFEED / / OUTFEED D EXTENSIO ON SUPPO ORT ADJUS STMENT The infee d and outfe eed extensio on supports s are adjusta able for cop planar or pa arallelism if ever necessary y.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (cont) PROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE SOLUTION Motor will not start. Not plugged in. Check the power source. Blown circuit. Replace fuse, reset breaker, or call Lockout key removed. electrician. Improper Voltage. Replace yellow safety key. Fuses or circuit Short circuit in line cord or plug. Call electrician to repair or replace breaker blows.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (cont.) PROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE SOLUTION Vibration when Loose or damaged cutter tip. Tighten or replace knife. operating jointer Damaged belt. Replace belt Worn cutterhead bearing. Check/replace cutterhead bearing. Infeed table hard to Table lock knob is engaged or Completely loosen the table lock.
PART LIST FOR MI-81190 PART NO. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION Q'TY MI-81190-1 Rear Freame MI-81190-2 Front Freame MI-81190-3A Table MI-81190-4 Shaft MI-81190-5 Eccentric Sleeve MI-81190-6 Extend block MI-81190-7 Round Head Screw M6x45 MI-81190-8 Washer MI-81190-9 Wave Washer WW14 MI-81190-10 Set Screw M8x6...
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PART LIST FOR MI-81190 PART NO. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION Q'TY MI-81190-42 Belt Guard MI-81190-43 Allen Key MI-81190-44 Allen Key 2.5mm MI-81190-45 Motor MI-81190-46 Fence MI-81190-47 Fence Bracket MI-81190-48 Fence Slide Bracket MI-81190-49 Special Nut MI-81190-50 Bevel Bracket MI-81190-51 Intermediate Bracket MI-81190-52...
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PART LIST FOR MI-81190 PART NO. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION Q'TY MI-81190-82 Tooth washer MI-81190-83 Hole Plug MI-81190-84 Bumper Block MI-81190-85 Set Screw 1/4"-20UNC MI-81190-86 Dust collector adapter MI-81190-87 Strain Relief MI-81190-88 #10-24 MI-81190-89 Tap Screw 1/4"-20UNCx3/4" MI-81190-90 Warning Label MI-81190-91 Warning Label...
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