Machine Operation - Hoffmann MU2-P Operating Manual

Hoffmann MU2-P Dovetail Routing Machine

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.
Always use the longest key possible to achieve a tight joint on the face side of the workpiece.
With the routing height and the keyway position set, place the material on the table and lower the
pneumatic hold-down clamp to within 1/8" above the workpiece. Secure the setting by tightening the orange
handle.
Start the routing operation by depressing the pneumatic foot pedal. Do not release the switch until the
routing sequence is completed and the router has returned to its home position. Once the clamp has
released the workpiece, it can be removed from the table.
Before routing the material make sure the orange handles securing the hold-down clamp and the steel
fence plate are properly tightened, and do not change the settings until booth parts are routed.
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
Hoffmann Machine Company, Inc.
Phone: (828) 430 - 4510
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1386 Drexel Road
Fax: (828) 430 - 4620
www.Hoffmann-USA.com
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Valdese, NC 28690
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