Woodstock Shop Fox W1679 Instruction Manual - Operations

OPERATIONS

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OPERATIONS

Starting Jointer

Basic Operations

Once assembly is complete and adjustments

have been made, the jointer is ready for a test

run. The purpose of a test run is to identify any

unusual noises and vibrations, as well as to con-

firm the machine is performing as intended. 

1.

With your finger poised to hit the STOP but-

ton if there is a problem, turn on the joint-

er by pressing the START  button on the

power switch. 

2.

Once the jointer is running, listen for any

unusual noises. It should run smoothly with

little or no vibrations. If there are any

unusual noises or vibrations, shut the joint-

er off immediately. It should not be run any

further until the problems are corrected.  

3.

Unplug the jointer and investigate the

source of the noise or vibration. Do not

make any adjustments to the machine while

it is plugged in.

4.

Repeat  Steps 1-4 until the jointer runs

smoothly.

Always wear safety glass-

es during operations.

Serious injury may occur

if this is warning is ig-

nored!

Always keep loose

clothing and long hair

secured and away from

moving parts.

All operations on the jointer are made by plac-

ing the workpiece firmly against the infeed table

and the fence, and then passing the workpiece

completely over the cutterhead. 

Operational tips as well as specific types of cuts

are mentioned further on in this section. If you

are a beginner, it is a good idea to practice each

new type of cut with the fence in the desired

position, the tables set even and the machine

turned off. Get a feel for board control and hand

position, and practice feeding the board across

the table while maintaining absolute control.

When you are ready for the actual cut, keep in

mind that shallow cutting depths allow you to

have more control.

Always wear a dust mask

and safety glasses in addi-

tion to using a dust col-

lector. This machine pro-

duces sawdust that may

cause allergic reactions

or respiratory problems.

DO NOT operate this

machine without an ade-

quate dust collection

system. This machine

creates substantial

amounts of wood dust

while in operation.

Failure to use a dust col-

lection system can result

in short and long-term

respiratory illness.