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DJ-20
8" Jointer
(Model 37-365X, 37-680 and 37-680X)
PART NO. A06586 - 08-23-04
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Table of Contents
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Summarization of Contents
Safety Guidelines
Definitions and Proposition 65
Explains safety symbols and California Proposition 65 warning about hazardous chemicals.
Power and Grounding
Motor Specifications
Details on voltage, frequency, and current for the jointer's motor.
Grounding Instructions
Procedures and warnings for properly grounding the machine to prevent electric shock.
Functional Description
Foreword
Introduction to the jointer's specifications and included components.
Carton Contents
Unpacking and Cleaning
Instructions for removing protective coating and cleaning unpainted surfaces.
Assembly
Assembly Tools and Time
Lists required tools and estimated time for jointer assembly.
Motor and Belt Assembly
Motor Pulley and Belt Installation
Attaching motor pulley, belt, and aligning pulleys.
Fence Assembly
Fence Carriage Assembly
Attaching the fence carriage assembly to the jointer base.
Attaching Accessory Components
Rabbeting Ledge Assembly
Installing the rabbeting ledge onto the jointer.
Cutterhead Guard and Dust Chute
Installing the cutterhead guard and dust chute.
Operation
Starting and Stopping Jointer
Instructions on how to turn the jointer on and off using the start/stop buttons.
Locking Switch in Off Position
Procedure for securing the machine in the 'OFF' state to prevent unauthorized use.
Table Adjustments
Infeed Table Adjustments and Stops
Raising, lowering, and setting positive stops for the infeed table.
Outfeed Table Adjustments and Stops
Leveling and setting limit stops for the outfeed table.
Knife Adjustments
Setting Knife Height and Parallelism
Procedures for ensuring knives are level with the outfeed table for accurate cuts.
Fence Operation and Adjustment
Moving and Tilting the Fence
Instructions for positioning and tilting the fence for various cuts.
Adjusting Fence Positive Stops
How to check and adjust the fence's 90 and 45 degree positive stops.
Fence Alignment Checks
Verifying 90 Degree Alignment
Using a square to ensure the fence is precisely at 90 degrees to the table.
Setting 45 Degree Bevel Stops
Adjusting screws to set the fence at 45 degree inward and outward stops.
Cutterhead Rotation and Machine Use
Verifying Cutterhead Rotation
Ensuring the cutterhead spins in the correct clockwise direction.
Hand Placement During Feeding
Proper hand positioning for safe feeding of material through the jointer.
Basic Jointer Operations
Jointing an Edge
Cutting a straight edge using the jointer, with depth and dimension limits.
Surfacing
Flattening the major surface of a workpiece using the jointer.
Beveling
How to tilt the fence to cut bevels at various angles.
Advanced Jointer Operations
Taper Cuts
Creating tapered surfaces on workpieces, often for furniture legs.
Cutting a Rabbet
Procedure for cutting rabbets, including guard removal and replacement.
Surfacing Short or Thin Work
Safety precautions and techniques for surfacing small or thin workpieces.
Direction of Grain and Maintenance
Feeding with Grain and Machine Care
Correct feeding direction and essential maintenance tasks like cleaning and lubrication.
Knife Sharpening
Method for sharpening the jointer knives using a carborundum stone.
Knife Removal and Replacement
Removing and Replacing Knives
Step-by-step guide for safely removing and installing jointer knives.
Setting Knife Height and Parallelism
Adjusting knives to the correct height and ensuring they are parallel.
Final Knife Adjustment and Guard Replacement
Refining Knife Height
Fine-tuning knife height using feeler gauges and straight edges.
Replacing Cutterhead Guard
Reinstalling the cutterhead guard after knife adjustments.
Constructing a Push Stick
Push Stick Pattern and Use
Pattern and instructions for making a push stick for safe operation.
Service and Support
Parts, Service, or Warranty Assistance
Contact information for obtaining parts, service, or warranty support.
Accessories
Information on available accessories and a safety warning for non-Delta accessories.
Warranty Information
Details of the Delta Two Year Limited New Product Warranty.
Service Center Locations
US and Canadian Service Centers
Lists of Porter-Cable/Delta service centers in the US and Canada.
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