Wen 20648 Instruction Manual
Wen 20648 Instruction Manual

Wen 20648 Instruction Manual

20v max cordless biscuit joiner

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MODEL 20648, 20648BT
20V MAX CORDLESS
BISCUIT JOINER
Instruction Manual
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ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged,
trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use
your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
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  • Page 1 1-847-429-9263 (M-F 8AM-5PM CST) TECHSUPPORT@WENPRODUCTS.COM IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    20V 5A Quick Charger (Model 20201Q) WEN plans to continue to add more items to our 20V line. For an up-to-date list of the 20V cordless tools compatible with the included battery and charger, visit wenproducts.com and search model number 20202 (2Ah), 20204 (4Ah),...
  • Page 3: Welcome

    INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing the WEN Biscuit Joiner. We know you are excited to put your tool to work, but first, please take a moment to read through the manual. Safe operation of this tool requires that you read and understand this operator’s manual and all the labels affixed to the tool.
  • Page 4: Safety

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
  • Page 5 GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
  • Page 6: Biscuit Joiner Safety Warnings

    BISCUIT JOINER SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING! Do not let comfort or familiarity with the product replace strict adherence to product safety rules. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. BISCUIT JOINER SAFETY 1. TOOL PURPOSE 7. KEEP HANDS AWAY This biscuit joiner is designed to create appropriately Keep hands away from the cutting area and the blade.
  • Page 7 BISCUIT JOINER SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING! Do not let comfort or familiarity with the product replace strict adherence to product safety rules. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. REDUCING KICKBACK Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound or misaligned joiner blade, causing an uncontrolled joiner to lift up and out of the work piece toward the operator.
  • Page 8: Electrical Information (Charger)

    ELECTRICAL INFORMATION (CHARGER) DOUBLE-INSULATED CHARGER The charger’s electrical system is double-insulated where two systems of insulation are provided. This eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord. Double-insulated tools do not need to be grounded, nor should a means for grounding be added to the product. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal components with protecting insulation.
  • Page 9: Battery & Charger Safety Warnings

    Never carry the charger by its cord or yank it by the cord battery chemicals. If the battery or charger are damaged, to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep the cord away call WEN customer service at 1-847-429-9263 for as- from heat, oil and sharp edges. Make sure the cord will sistance.
  • Page 10 BATTERY & CHARGER SAFETY WARNINGS ABOUT THE BATTERY ABOUT THE CHARGER 1. The battery pack has to be charged completely before Protect battery charger and cord from damage. Keep you use the tool for the first time. the charger and its cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
  • Page 11: Before Operating

    20V Battery (1)* 20V Charger (1)* Dust Chute Adaptor (1) Attachment Plate (1) #20 Biscuits (24)** #10 Biscuits (16)** #0 Biscuits (10)** *Battery and charger only included with model 20648. 20648BT does not include a battery or a charger. **Gravy not included.
  • Page 12: Know Your Biscuit Joiner

    TOOL PURPOSE Your WEN Biscuit Joiner is designed to create appropriately sized slots in wood to allow easy joining with biscuits. Refer to the following diagrams to become familiarized with all the parts and controls of your biscuit joiner. The components will be referred to later in the manual for assembly and operation instructions.
  • Page 13: Assembly & Adjustments

    ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING! To avoid injury from accidental startups, make sure that the power switch is OFF and the battery is removed from the biscuit joiner. SETTING THE CUTTING DEPTH Fig. 1 The depth adjustment dial helps to control the depth of cut for differ- ent size biscuits.
  • Page 14 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING! To avoid injury from accidental startups, make sure that the power switch is OFF and the battery is removed from the biscuit joiner. CHANGING THE BLADE Fig. 5 1. Loosen the blade housing knob (Fig. 5 - 1) on the bottom on the biscuit joiner and swing open the base plate (Fig.
  • Page 15: Operation & Maintenance

    OPERATION POWER SWITCH Fig. 8 1. To turn the biscuit joiner ON, press down on the bottom of the power switch (Fig. 8 - 1) and slide it forward until it locks in place. The biscuit joiner will run continuously until you manually switch it OFF. 2.
  • Page 16 OPERATION OPERATION TIPS It is recommended to test cutting of biscuit slots on scrap wood before making any final cuts. This will help properly align the slot and the biscuit in the final workpiece. The biscuit joiner is set up to cut the three standard sizes of biscuits. It is recommended to use the largest biscuit size that will fit the joint.
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE WARNING! To prevent serious injury from accidental operation, make sure that the biscuit joiner is turned OFF and the battery is removed from the tool before installation, cleaning, and maintenance operations. WARNING! Preventive maintenance performed by unauthorized personnel may result in misplacing of inter- nal wires and components, possibly causing a serious hazard.
  • Page 18: Exploded View & Parts List

    EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST NOTE: Not all parts may be available for purchase. Parts and accessories that wear down over the course of normal use are not covered under the warranty.
  • Page 19 20648-038 *Battery Pack 20648-081 Lower Blade Collar 20648-039 Screw JN8504-052 Blade 20648-040 Fan Bracket 20648-083 Upper Blade Collar 20648-041 Motor 20648-084 Dust Bag Frame 20648-042 Left Housing 20648-085ASM Dust Bag Assembly 20648-043 Microswitch 20648-086 O-Ring *Only included with model 20648.
  • Page 20: Warranty Statement

    WARRANTY STATEMENT WEN Products is committed to building tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality. LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES, LLC (“Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser only, that all WEN consumer power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship during personal use for a period of two (2) years used for professional or commercial use.

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