This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a JET JJ-8CS. Its purpose, aside from machine operation, is to promote safety through the use of accepted correct operating and maintenance procedures. Completely read the safety and maintenance instructions before operat- ing or servicing the machine.
Always keep cutterhead and drive guards in place and in proper operating condition. Do not Never make a jointing, planing, or rabbeting cut deeper than 1/8” Always use hold-down/push blocks for jointing material narrower than 3”, or planing material Never perform jointing, planing, or rabbeting cuts (with jointers provided with a rabbeting guard) on Keep guards in place and in working order.
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Don’t overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Maintain tools with care. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instruc- tions for lubricating and changing accessories. Always disconnect the machine from the power source before servicing. Reduce the risk of unintentional starting.
Wiring Diagram ... 28 Introduction The JET JJ-8CS woodworking jointer you have purchased is a high quality machine tool that will give you years of superior service. You will get maximum performance and enjoyment from your new jointer if you will take a few moments now to review the entire manual before beginning assembly and operation.
Tools reserves the right to effect, at any time and without prior notice, changes or alterations to parts, fittings, and accessory equipment deemed necessary for any reason whatsoever. On/Off Switch Rabbeting Ledge 10. Table Lock Knob 11. Fence Tilt Lock Handle 12. Fence Control Handle 13. Belt Guard 14. Dust Chute JJ-8CS , 90...
Contents of Shipping Cartons Note: unit shipped in two cartons. Stand Carton 1. Stand with Motor 1. Stand Door 1. Dust Chute w/ Mounting Hardware Main Unit Carton Bed Assembly w/ Fence Cutter Guard Mounting Bolts 3/8" Lock Washers Belt Guard Hex Wrenches (3, 4 &...
Installing Bed to Stand 1. Use an assistant or hoist mechanism to place bed assembly on top of stand. Be sure identi- fication label on the bed faces the same direc- tion as the label on the stand (Fig. 1). 2.
Assembling Knife-Setting Gauge 1. Place the two bases (A, Fig. 4) onto each end of the bar (B, Fig. 4). Snap the four E-rings (C, Fig. 4) into the grooves on the bar as shown. ° Fence Adjustment Note: whenever making an adjustment to the fence, lift the fence up slightly after releasing the lock handle to avoid scratching the table.
° Fence Adjustment Note: Whenever making an adjustment to the fence, lift the fence up slightly after releasing the lock handle to avoid scratching the table. 1. Loosen lock handle (A, Fig. 7). Move the stop plate (B, Fig. 7) out of the way and position the °...
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5. When the outfeed table and blade number one are the same height, tighten table lock screw. 6. The knives must be parallel with the outfeed table. Bring the straight edge forward to the front of the outfeed table and confirm that blade number one is at the same height at the front of the table as it is at the back of the table.
Installing V-Belts 1. Disconnect the machine from the power source, unplug. 2. Remove the lock knob (A, Fig. 14) and belt guard (B, Fig. 14). 3. Place v-belts onto cutterhead pulley grooves and through opening in stand. 4. Pull v-belts down and place onto motor pulley (Fig.
(B, Fig. 19). Consult the wiring diagram on page 28 when wiring. The JJ-8CS jointer is rated at 230V, single phase only. Confirm that the power at the source is com- patible with the jointer before inserting plug into the outlet.
Operation WARNING Keep all guards in place and in adjustment at all times during the cutting procedure! Keep hands away from the cutterhead! Do not pass hands directly over the cutterhead! The use of push sticks and/or handle pads are highly recommended when using the jointer! Failure to comply may cause serious injury!
Jointing Warped Material If the work to be jointed is cupped or warped, take light, repetitive cuts until the surface is flat. Forc- ing the material flat against the table will still leave a warped piece after the cuts have been made. WARNING Never joint any material shorter than eight inches!
Rabbet Cut WARNING Rabbeting requires the removal of the cutterhead guard. Use extreme caution when making rabbeting cuts and replace the guard immediately after completion! Failure to comply may cause serious injury! 1. Adjust the fence so that the distance between the end of the knives and fence is equal to the width of the rabbet (Fig.
6. Insert lock bar and screws and tighten to hold in place. Blades are set at the proper height when the top of the blade is 1/16" above the cutterhead. 7. Repeat for other two blades. 8. To set the knives to the outfeed table and to the same height in the cutterhead, see section titled “Leveling Outfeed Table to Cutterhead Knives”...
Sharpening the Knives WARNING Blades are extremely sharp! Use caution when handling. Failure to comply may cause serious injury! 1. Disconnect the machine from the power source. 2. Remove the fence, blade guard and belt cover. 3. To protect the infeed table from scratches, par- tially cover the sharpening stone with paper.
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Parts List for the JJ-8CS Woodworking Jointer Fence Assembly Index Part Description Size Qty. 1 ... JC-F01 ... Fence Body ... 1 2 ... JC-F02 ... Fence Link ... 1 3 ... TS-0051061 ... Hex Head Screw ... 5/16”-18 x 1-1/4” ... 1 4 ...
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