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Enclosed Edge Shaping
WARNING:
must be aware at all times of the direction of feed.
WARNING:
NEVER perform enclosed edge shaping if there is less than 12" of workpiece material
all around the opening.
• Never perform enclosed edge shaping if the workpiece opening is smaller, in any
direction, than twice the diameter of the cutter(s).
• Whenever possible, use a guide pin when performing pattern shaping and collar
shaping operations.
• Never perform this type operation without a ring guard or similar safety device over
the cutterhead.
An enclosed workpiece edge is shaped in the same
manner as an outside contoured edge except that a guide
post is not required.
Note: If the whole edge is to be shaped, the
operator MUST use a pattern.
1. Position workpiece on the table BEFORE starting the
motor. The operator must do the entire shaping cut by
PUSHING (feeding) the workpiece into the cutter (s).
2. With a firm grip, ease the edge into the cutter(s) until
stopped by the collar.
3. Continue to push straight in while feeding and turning
the workpiece at the same time until the cut is
finished.
4. Turn off the motor and do NOT remove workpiece
until the cutters have completely stopped.
Enclosed edge shaping is extremely dangerous. The operator
Unless the workpiece is attached to a larger wooden base,
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