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USER'S GUIDE
Important! Read First ......................................
Read First: Assembled Version Only ................
Front and Back Plates.......................................
Rear Shaft to Keel.........................................
Front Shaft to Keel............................................
Drive Shaft Burn-In............................................
Front Height Shaft to Spine...............................
Rear Height Screw to Keel................................
Saw Spine to Keel.............................................
Spine Guides to Keel.........................................
Pitch Adjustor Assembly....................................
Blade Retaining Screws....................................
Saw Blade Guides...........................................
Progress Check................................................
Transmission Check.........................................
Trunions...........................................................
Keel Assembly to Frame...................................
Assembly Detail................................................
Table Bumpers.................................................
Linear Rails......................................................
Tables...............................................................
Fence and Trap Clamps..................................
Saw Blade........................................................
Blade Alignment...............................................
Cursor and Flip Down Stops............................
Blade Height Stop............................................
Lubrication Guide.............................................
Optional Stand..................................................
Stand Corner Key.............................................
Cutting Guide..................................................
Notes...............................................................
Accessories.....................................................
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Made in the USA
www.BridgeCityTools.com
Patent No. 8,544,372
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Summarization of Contents
User Guide Introduction
Safety Precautions
General safety guidelines for operating the Jointmaker Pro with common sense.
Overview of Jointmaker Pro
Description of the Jointmaker Pro as a stationary hand cross-cut saw for precision joinery.
Saw Rigidity and Ergonomics
Importance of anchoring the saw and proper table height for user comfort and accuracy.
Work Holding Requirements
Guidance on securely clamping stock to sliding tables for optimal cutting results.
Technical Information and Best Practices
Saw Blades and Depth of Cut
Details on saw blade tooth count, chip load, and setting depth for various wood types.
Fences and Hand Placement
Instructions on fence positioning and optimal hand placement during sawing strokes.
Common Mistakes and Avoidance
Advice on preventing common errors, such as loose components or aggressive sawing.
Operation and Maintenance Overview
Lubrication Overview
Recommendation to review lubrication guide for ongoing maintenance and performance.
Assembly Steps Overview
Guidance to familiarize with nomenclature and open hardware bags as needed.
Calibration Procedures
Explanation of key calibration points like saw guides and trunion adjustments.
Making Your First Cut
Steps for practicing initial cuts on dowel rods for feel and rhythm.
Assembled Version Initial Setup
Initial Setup Steps
Essential steps for users receiving an already assembled Jointmaker Pro unit.
Comprehensive Assembly Instructions
Front and Back Plates
Instruction for fastening lower stretchers to front and rear plates.
Rear Shaft to Keel
Procedure for connecting the rear shaft assembly to the keel.
Front Shaft to Keel
Procedure for connecting the front shaft assembly to the keel.
Drive Train Burn-In
Steps for burning in the drive train using a drill for smooth operation.
Front Height Screw to Spine
Procedure for attaching the height screw to the saw spine.
Rear Height Screw to Keel
Procedure for threading the rear height screw into the keel.
Saw Spine to Keel
Procedure for threading the front height screw into the keel.
Spine Guides to Keel
Instruction for positioning and fastening spine guides to the keel.
Pitch Adjustor Assembly
Steps for assembling the pitch adjustor mechanism.
Blade Retaining Screws
Instruction for inserting saw blade retaining screws into the saw spine.
Saw Blade Guides
Procedure for attaching the black and champagne saw blade guides.
Progress Checkpoints
Verification steps to ensure proper alignment and smooth movement of components.
Transmission Check
Steps to check the smooth operation of the transmission without binding.
Trunions Adjustment
Procedure for adjusting trunion set screws for smooth movement without slop.
Keel Assembly to Frame
Instructions for assembling the keel to the front and rear plates.
Assembly Detail Checks
Verification steps for trunion rubbing and keel lateral movement.
Table Bumpers Installation
Instruction for attaching table bumpers to the frame.
Linear Rails Installation
Procedure for installing the linear rail assemblies into the front and back plates.
Tables Attachment
Steps for attaching the tables to the assembled frame.
Fence and Trap Clamps
Procedure for assembling the fence and trap clamp components.
Saw Blade Installation
Steps for installing the saw blade between the guides.
Blade Alignment Procedure
Steps to ensure the saw blade is precisely parallel to table travel.
Cursor and Flip Down Stops
Procedure for installing the acrylic cursor and flip down stops.
Blade Height Stop Setup
Steps for setting and adjusting the blade height stop for repeatable cuts.
Detailed Lubrication Guide
Lubrication Points and Procedure
Detailed guide on lubricating all indicated moving parts for optimal performance.
Jointmaker Stand Assembly
Stand Assembly Steps
Step-by-step instructions for assembling the Jointmaker Stand.
Stand Corner Key Details
Corner Key Identification
Diagram illustrating the correct placement of corner key components for the stand.
Cutting Guide
Cutting Parameters and Examples
Guidelines for determining blade pitch, material length, and density for cuts.
JM-P Accessories
Available Accessories List
Catalog of optional accessories available for the Jointmaker Pro.
Satisfaction Guarantee
Purchase Satisfaction Policy
Information regarding the 90-day satisfaction guarantee and return procedures.
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