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 ®...
Dirty and cluttered floors invite 5. Do not use this jointer for anything other than its accidents. intended use. If used for other purposes, JET 19. Keep visitors a safe distance from the work disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds area.
Shipping Weight, approximate ........................472 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.
7.0 Setup and Assembly • 2 – Push Blocks – R • 6 – Hex Wrenches, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8mm – S • 1 – Locking Handle/Bolt – T Do not connect machine to • 1 – Owner’s Manual (not shown) power source before or during setup and •...
7.2 Assembly This machine has an industrial- grade low-friction corrosion-resistant coating on the infeed and outfeed tables and the fence. While the coating is durable, it can be damaged if metal or other hard and/or sharp objects strike, gouge, or scratch the surface. Significant damage coating affect...
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(G). IMPORTANT: If the top surface of the fence base assembly lower bed (F) is not level with the outfeed table surface (G), damage to the outfeed table’s JET Black coating could occur. Figure 7-9...
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Fence Refer to Figure 7-12: 1. Attach fence handle (A) to fence (B). 2. Loosen fence base assembly upper bed adjustment lock (C) and fence tilt adjustment lock (D). 3. Place fence on jointer table assembly. Make sure the protective fence pad blocks (E) are the only surfaces of the fence that contact the infeed and outfeed tables.
We recommend your dust collector has a minimum rating of 400 CFM. JET has a full line of dust collection systems available. See your dealer or visit our website at www.jettools.com. Connect the hose of your dust collection system to the 4-inch dust port on the jointer (A).
8.0 Electrical Connections Electrical connections must be made by a qualified electrician in compliance with all relevant codes. This machine must be properly grounded to help prevent electrical shock and possible fatal injury. Before connecting to power source, be sure OFF button is pressed.
9.0 Adjustments Before making adjustments, disconnect machine from the power source to guard against accidental startup. This machine has an industrial- grade low-friction corrosion-resistant coating on the infeed and outfeed tables and the fence. While the coating is durable, it can be damaged if metal or other hard and/or sharp objects strike, gouge, or scratch the surface.
9.4 Leveling OutfeedTable to Cutterhead Knives Disconnect machine from the power source to guard against accidental startup. Knife inserts are extremely sharp. Use caution when hands are near the cutterhead. Refer to Figures 9-4 through 9-9: The tables have been leveled with each other Figure 9-4 from the factory, but this should be confirmed by the user, and checked periodically, by placing a...
9.6 Infeed Table Depth Stop Refer to Figure 9-11: 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”.
10.0 Operation Never place the right hand on the trailing edge of the material. Hand placement on the trailing edge of the material may cause Read and understand all safety the hand to come into contact with the knife information in Section 3.0 Safety Warnings inserts.
The ridge left by the knives when starting the taper may be removed by taking a very light cut in the regular jointing procedure, with the infeed table raised to its normal position. Practice is required in this operation. Beginners are advised to make trial cuts with scrap material.
11.2 Cutterhead Removal Knife inserts in the cutterhead are sharp! Use extreme caution when handling the removal of the cutterhead. Failure to comply may cause serious injury! The entire cutterhead assembly may be removed for bearing replacement or cutterhead replacement. To remove the cutterhead (including bearings, studs, and housing) from the base casting: 1.
Non-proprietary parts, such as fasteners, can be found at local hardware stores, or may be ordered from JET. Some parts are shown for reference only and may not be available individually.
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