HOLLOW CHISEL MORTISER
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1. STEEL User Manual Read and understand this manual before using machine HOLLOW CHISEL MORTISER Model Number 25200 STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS VER 2 07 Manual Part No OR71593 THANK YOU for purchasing your new Steel City Hollow Chisel Mortiser This mortiser has been designed tested and inspected with you the customer in mind When properly assembled used and maintained your mortiser will provide you with years of trouble free service which is why it is backed by one of the longest machinery warranties in the business This mortiser is just one of many products in the Steel City s family of woodworking machinery and is proof of our commitment to total customer satisfaction At Steel City we continue to strive for excellence each and every day and value the opinion of you our customer For comments about your mortiser or Steel City Tool Works please visit our web site at www steelcitytoolworks com TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION SECTION 1 Warranty uisi Saut t de ee eit dud insane ratito bet ettet 4 SECTION 2 Product Specifications 1 to cds tar ted eiie d D bert e bee i de 7 SECTION 3 Accessories and Attachments sesssssssssssssessseeeeeenee aa aan naan nana nnns anna entren sen aa Kanaan naa nnns 7 SECTION 4 Definition Of TONS C 7 SECTION 5 Foaturo ldertificatiOn us a sesva ssa tee e oi ee e aeg eere bte tbc p redet ee e e but euro p edd dd 8 SECTION 6 General Safety ie r2. Chips not exiting out of drill hole Dull drill bit Bent drill bit Drill bit not properly installed in chuck 28 LIKELY CAUSE S SOLUTION Defective switch Have switch replaced Have capacitor replaced Correct low line voltage condition If machine is plugged into an extension cord disconnect and plug directly into wall outlet Have motor replaced NOTE 2 3 and 4 must be done by a qualified service technician Consult Steel City Tool Works service Reduce circuit load turn off other appliances Correct low line voltage condition Check line voltage with a multi meter If mortiser is plugged into an extension cord unplug mortiser from extension cord and plug mortiser directly to wall outlet Reduce load on motor slow down feed rate Have correct fuses on circuit breakers installed by a qualified electrician Inspect terminals in motor for damaged insulation and shorted wires and have them replaced Check all power lead connections Clean dust and restore normal air circulation around motor Reduce load on motor slow down feed rate Install drill bit properly See ASSEMBLING CHISEL AND BIT in ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Retract drill bit frequently during drilling operation to clear chips from hole Replace or sharpen drill bit Replace with a straight or new drill bit Install drill bit properly See ASSEMBLING CHISEL AND BIT in ASSEMBLY IN
3. in doubt DO NOT use it 26 Wear proper clothing DO NOT wear loose clothing gloves neckties or jewelry These items can get caught in the machine during operations and pull the operator into the moving parts Users must wear a protective cover on their hair if the hair is long to prevent it from contacting any moving parts 27 SAVE these instructions and refer to them frequent ly and use them to instruct other users 28 Information regarding the safe and proper operation of this tool is also available from the following sources Power Tool Institute 1300 Summer Avenue Cleveland OH 44115 2851 www powertoolinstitute org National Safety Council 1121 Spring Lake Drive Itasca IL 60143 3201 American National Standards Institute 25West 43rd St 4th Floor New York NY 10036 ANSI 01 1 Safety Requirements For Woodworking Machines WWW ANSI ORG U S Department of Labor Regulations OSHA 1910 213 Regulations WWW OSHA GOV PRODUCT SAFETY 1 Serious personal injury may occur if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention Obtain advice from supervisor instructor or another qualified individual who is familiar with this machine and its operations 2 Every work area is different Always consider safe ty first as it applies to your work area Use this machine with respect and caution Failure to do so could result in serio
4. lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Always operate tool in well ventilated area and pro vide for proper dust removal Use a dust collection system along with an air filtration system whenever possible Always use properly fitting NIOSH OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure and wash exposed areas with soap and water 1 To avoid serious injury and damage to the machine read the entire User Manual before assembly and operation of this machine A WARNING ALWAYS wear eye protection Any machine can throw debris into the eyes during operations which could cause severe and permanent eye damage Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles that comply with ANSI standard Z87 1 when operat ing power tools 11 DO NOT FORCE the machine to perform an opera tion for which it was not designed It will do a safer and higher quality job by only performing operations for which the machine was intended AWARNING 12 DO NOT stand on a machine Serious injury could ALWAYS wear hearing protection Plain cotton is result if it tips over or you accidentally contact any not an acceptable protective device Hearing moving part equipment should comply with ANSI S3 19 13 Standards AWARNING DO NOT store anything above or near the machine 14 DO NOT operate any
5. rubber soled shoes AWARNING Keep floor clear of debris grease and wax 18 KEEP protective guards in place and in working order 20 MAINTAIN all machines with care ALWAYS KEEP machine clean and in good working order KEEP all blades and tool bits sharp 8 AVOID a dangerous working environment DO 21 NEVER leave a machine running unattended Turn NOT use electrical tools in a damp environment the power switch to the OFF position DO NOT or expose them to rain or moisture leave the machine until it has come to a complete stop AWARNING 22 REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS from the immediate area prior to turning the machine ON 23 SECURE all work When it is possible use clamps or jigs to secure the workpiece This is safer than attempting to hold the workpiece with your hands 9 CHILDPROOF THE WORKSHOP AREA by 24 STAY ALERT watch what you are doing and use removing switch keys unplugging tools from the common sense when operating any machine DO electrical receptacles and using padlocks NOT operate any machine tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury 10 DO NOT use electrical tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gasses 25 USE ONLY recommended accessories Use of incorrect or improper accessories could cause seri ous injury to the operator and cause damage to the machine If
6. the power cord and turn ON the mortiser if any parts are missing The mortiser should only be turned ON after all the parts have been obtained and installed correctly For missing parts contact Steel City at 1 877 SC4 TOOL A Mortiser B Base C Extension Wings 2 D Stabilizer 15 E Hex wrench 2 N Fence lock handle F Depth stop rod O M5 x 12mm pan head screw 2 G M8 x 35mm hex socket head screw 4 P M5 flat washer 2 H M8 lock washer 4 Q Chisel holder I M8 flat washer 4 R Stock rollers J M12 Handle lock nut S Holddown K Handle spring T Chuck key L Handle U Guide rod M M12 flat washer 2 V Fence ASSEMBLY A WARNING BASE ASSEMBLY 1 DO NOT assemble the Mortiser until you are sure A WARNING the tool is disconnected from the power source DO NOT ble the Morti til MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MORTISER IS DIS PA E OSST ee ARSS CONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE the power switch is in the off position 1 Place mortiser column A over the base B align ing the four holes in the mortiser column with the HYDRAULIC CYLINDER ASSEMBLY four holes in the base SEE FIG 6 A WARNING Fig 6 MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MORTISER IS DIS CONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE N 1 Thread lower ball stud fitting into hole B in the column of the Mortiser SEE FIG 5 Fig 5 2 Insert four M8 socket head cap screws C with washers and lockwashers through the column Thread into b
7. too fast as to stall the motor NOTE You may encounter smoke from the bit or material once the chisel has engaged the material The smoke created is a natural operating occurrence in hollow chisel mortising and is caused by material chip friction and the resins in the stock being burned off NOTE Retract drill bit frequently during drilling opera tions to help clear chips from the hole NOTE A blue tinted chisel is not indicative of a dull chisel but a combination of friction and resin buildup on the cutting faces of the chisel A dull chisel can be detected by the amount of excess force required to complete a cut 26 MAINTENANCE PROTECTING CAST IRON TABLE FROM RUST AWARNING MAKE CERTAIN to turn the switch OFF and unplug the power cord from its power source Repairs to this power tool should be performed by trained personnel only Contact your nearest Steel City Service Center for authorized service Unauthorized repairs or replacement with non factory parts could cause serious injury to the operator and damage to your machine AWARNING To prevent injury to yourself or damage to the machine turn the switch to the OFF position and unplug the power cord from the electrical receptacle before making any adjustments The Mortiser will operate best if it is kept in proper operating condition Keep unit adjusted as described in OPERATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS Turn the power switch OFF and unplug th
8. 000 to 79 999 Yes No 80 000 to 89 999 90 000 16 Would you recommend STEEL CITY products to a friend 6 What is your age group Yes No _ 20 to 29 years _ 30 to 39 years _ 40 to 49 years _ 50to59 years 17 Comments _ 60 to 69 years 70 years 7 How long have you been a woodworker _ Oto2 years ___ 2 to 8 years _ 8to20 years Over 20 years FOLD ON DOTTED LINE PLACE STAMP HERE Steel City Tool Works P O Box 10529 Murfreesboro TN 37129 FOLD ON DOTTED LINE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MOTOR PRODUCT DIMENSIONS Type Induction Maximum stroke 5 Continuous duty HP 1 2 HP Chisel center to fence 4 Amps 56 Under hold down 1 x 4 1 4 Volts 120 Fence size 14 1 2 x 3 Base size without extensions 17 x 15 Hertz 60 Base size with extensions 17 x 35 RPM 1725 RPM PICS ee OVERALL DIMENSIONS Chuck maximum capacity 3 8 Height 30 1 2 Chisel sizes 1 4 x 1 4 5 5 16 x 5 16 Width 15 3 8 x 3 8 Depth 17 1 2 x 1 2 Weight 81 Ibs Micro adjust Yes ESS es SHIPPING DIMENSIONS Handle position Left or right interchangeable Caron hips BO Length 19 3 4 Width 16 1 2 Height 17 1 2 Gross weight 88 Ibs ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS There are a variety of accessories available for your Steel City Product For more information on any accessories associated with this and other machines please contact your nearest Steel City distributor or visit our website a
9. H on the handle and thread hex nut F onto the handle SEE FIG 12 Fig 12 NOTE The handle is spring loaded You can reposition it by pulling it out and repositioning it on the gear shaft TOOL AND CHISEL HOLDER INSTALLING CHISEL AND BIT AWARNING AWARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MORTISER IS DIS CONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MORTISER IS DIS CONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE CHISELS ARE VERY SHARP AND CAN CAUSE A SERIOUS CUT TAKE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN HANDLING CHISELS Place tool and chisel holder A on top of column B and align with mounting holes Using two screws and two washers provided tighten holder to top of column SEE FIG 13 1 Insert bit A into chisel B SEE FIG 15 Fig 15 Fig 13 2 Loosen set screw C and push chisel D up FASTENING MACHINE TO through hole in head E as far as possible making sure that the opening in the chisel F is facing left SUPPORTING SURFACE or right SEE FIG 16 A WARNING Fig 16 MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MORTISER IS DIS CONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE If during operation there is any tendency for the mortiser to tip over slide or walk on the supporting surface the base must be secured to the supporting surface with fasteners not supplied through the two holes A located in the mortiser base SEE FIG 14 Fig 14 3 Lower chisel 1 16 to 3 16 and tighten set screw 5 Loosen set screw L push chisel M
10. Other _ Drill Press _ Band Saw ___ Grinder ___ Mini Jointer 3 Which of the following magazines do you subscribe to Mini Lathe _ Scroll Saw _ American Woodworker _ American How To Spindle Belt Sander Other Cabinetmaker Family Handyman ___ Fine Homebuilding _ _ Fine Woodworking 12 Which portable hand held power tools do you own ____ Journal of Light Construction _ Old House Journal Check all that apply ___ Popular Mechanics _ Popular Science Belt Sander Biscuit Jointer ___ Popular Woodworking Today s Homeowner Dust Collector Circular Saw WOOD Woodcraft _ Detail Sander Drill Driver ___ WOODEN Boat _ _ Woodshop News Miter Saw _ Orbital Sander ___ Woodsmith Woodwork _ Palm Sander ____ Portable Thickness Planer Woodworker ___ Woodworker s Journal Saber Saw Reciprocating Saw _ Workbench Other Router Other 4 Which of the following woodworking remodeling shows do 13 What machines accessories would you like to see added to the you watch STEEL CITY line Backyard America ___ The American Woodworker _ Home Time ___ The New Yankee Workshop This Old House ___ Woodwright s Shop Other 14 What new accessories would you like to see added 5 What is your annual household income _ 20 000 to 29 999 ____ 30 000 to 39 999 40 000 to 49 999 50 000 to 59 999 15 Do you think your purchase represents good value 60 000 to 69 999 _ 70
11. PLIED REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO ITS MACHINERY OR ITS CONDITION MERCHANT ABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE SCTW FURNISHES THE ABOVE WARRANTIES IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH ARE HEREBY SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMED SCTW SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY A SPECIAL INDIRECT INCIDENTAL PUNITIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF PROFITS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THIS WARRANTY THE BREACH OF ANY AGREEMENT OR WARRANTY OR THE OPERATION OR USE OF ITS MACHINERY INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGES ARISING FROM DAMAGE TO FIXTURES TOOLS EQUIPMENT PARTS OR MATERIALS DIRECT OR INDIRECT LOSS CAUSED BY ANY OTHER PARTY LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS FINANCING OR INTEREST CHARGES AND CLAIMS BY ANY THIRD PERSON WHETHER OR NOT NOTICE OF SUCH POSSIBLE DAMAGES HAS BEEN GIVEN TO SCTW B DAMAGES OF ANY KIND FOR ANY DELAY BY OR FAILURE OF SCTW TO PERFORM ITS OBLIGATIONS UNDER THIS AGREEMENT OR C CLAIMS MADE A SUBJECT OF A LEGAL PROCEEDING AGAINST SCTW MORE THAN ONE 1 YEAR AFTER SUCH CAUSE OF ACTION FIRST AROSE The validity construction and performance of this Warranty and any sale of machinery by SCTW shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania without regard to conflicts of laws provisions of any jurisdiction Any action related in any way to any alleged or ac
12. STRUCTIONS NOTES 29 KEY PART O NO O 0 N OAH O N aor FPP HPP PP HPP p O O O O O W O W O EC N N N N ND D NPN ND D HY 4 lt 4 4 4 4 i lt O O ON O 0 AON 0 O 0 343 Oo 00 S OCOND O O 0 Oo 0 KWON O O 0 34 DA O ND O OR71540 OR71541 OR71542 OR71543 OR71544 OR71545 OR71546 OR71547 OR71548 OR93381 OR71549 OR94172 OR91821 OR71550 OR91764 OR71551 OR94051 OR71552 OR71553 OR71554 OR94173 OR71555 OR94174 OR94175 OR94176 OR90304 OR71556 OR94183 OR93906 OR71557 OR90505 OR71558 OR71559 OR90505 OR90462 OR71560 OR71561 OR94177 OR90248 OR90761 OR90462 OR90311 OR94178 OR71566 OR93373 OR90502 OR90059 OR71569 OR71596 DESCRIPTION Motor Assy Inc Ref 2 3 4 5 Warning Label Spec Label Motor Label Logo Label Li nk Shaft 3 8 Chuck D H P H H pth Stop Rod ead 8X20 Hex Soc Hd Scr uide 8X10 Pan Screw inge 5X10 Set Screw Skt Hd ear M G M M8X20 Set Screw Hex Hd H M G 5X5X12 Key ace Ring andle Shaft Inc Ref 20 andle 12 Saddle Backed Washer H R andle Joint otation Shaft Bolt Spring M12 Hex Hd Nut Skt 12 Flat Washer G ear Shaft Joint 6X32 Spring Pin M5X6 Set Screw Skt Hd G ear Rod M5X12 Pan Screw C B over ushing M5X12 Pan Screw 5 C C Flat Washer hisel Holder Olumn M8X35 Hex Soc Hd Screw 8 Lock Washer M5X10 Pan Hd Screw 5 8 Flat Washer Flat Washer Lock Ha
13. an extension cord outdoors be sure it is marked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indicate that it is acceptable for outdoor use Make certain the extension cord is properly sized and in good electrical condition Always replace a worn or damaged extension cord immediately or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it Protect your extension cords from sharp objects exces sive heat and damp or wet areas MINIMUM RECOMMENDED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS AWG 115 VOLT OPERATION ONLY Oto 6 Amps 16 AWG 6 to 10 Amps Not recommended 10 to 12 Amps Not recommended UNPACKING amp INVENTORY CHECKING CONTENTS This mortiser will require some amount of assembly Remove all protective materials and coatings from the parts The protective coatings can be removed by spraying WD 40 on a part and wiping it off with a soft cloth This may need to be redone several times before all of the protective coatings are removed completely CAUTION DO NOT use acetone gasoline or lacquer thinner to remove any protective coatings After cleaning apply a good quality paste wax to any unpainted surfaces Make sure to buff out the wax before assembly Remove all of the parts from the shipping box and lay them on a clean work surface Compare the items to inventory figures and verify that all items are accounted for before discarding the shipping box AWARNING To avoid serious injury do not attempt to plug in
14. ase and tighten FENCE ASSEMBLY A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MORTISER IS DIS CONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Insert guide rod A through hole in hold down B and tighten set screw C using supplied hex wrench SEE FIG 8 Fig 8 2 Snap the hydraulic cylinder C over the upper ball stud fitting A on the back of the Mortiser head 3 Attach the other end of the hydraulic cylinder to the lower ball stud fitting installed in step 1 2 Insert guide rod into hole D of fence assembly E and tighten set screw F using supplied hex wrench 3 Insert fence guide shaft G through hole H in column of the mortiser SEE FIG 9 Fig 9 4 Thread fence lock handle I into the column of the mortiser Place flat washer over the shaft and secure with phillips head screw Tighten to secure fence SEE FIG 10 Fig 10 a NOTE Fence lock handle is spring loaded and can be repositioned by pulling out on the handle and rotating it RAISING LOWERING HANDLE AWARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MORTISER IS DIS CONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE 1 Line up the notches in the hub on the handle A with the slots in the gear shaft B SEE FIG 11 Fig 11 NOTE The handle may be attached to either the left side or the right side depending on your preference 2 Insert handle C with flat washer G installed through the hub D Place spring E over the handle Place the second flat washer
15. e power cord from its power source Do not allow gum and pitch to accumulate on cutting tool Do not allow chips to accumulate on or around the machine Keep chisels and bits sharp Keeping a spare set of chisels and bits on hand is recommended Contact your Steel City Distributor for replacement parts AWARNING DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE MATERIALS to clean this machine A clean dry rag or brush is all that is needed to remove dust and debris buildup 27 The environment and frequency of human contact can have a very detrimental impact on unpainted cast iron surfaces Moisture humidity and oils from human hands can cause the unpainted cast iron surfaces to mar or rust so it is important to conduct routine main tenance to keep your mortiser looking new Cleaning and waxing the cast iron surfaces on a regular main tenance schedule is recommended as follows To clean and maintain the unpainted cast iron surfaces Apply a heavy coat of WD 40 onto the unpainted cast iron surface Use a fine steel wool pad to buff the unpainted cast iron Make sure to buff in a front to rear direction only A side to side buffing motion will show in the finely ground cast iron as a flaw defect or scratches Reapply WD 40 and buff the unpainted cast iron surfaces until the stain is removed Make sure you use the same front to rear buffing direction to avoid scratching or marring the cast iron surface After all stains and or rust have been
16. h the red button B SEE FIG 31 Fig 31 24 When the tool is not in use the tool should be locked in the OFF position to prevent unauthorized use This can be done by placing a padlock not provided through the hole in the green button RAISING AND LOWERING THE HEAD The head is raised and lowered by using the handle For maximum leverage during the mortising operation the handle can be repositioned by pulling out the hub A of the handle assembly and repositioning hub on the pinion shaft B SEE FIG 32 Fig 32 EXTENSION WINGS The mortiser base A is equipped with two extension wings B one on each side of base They are used when working with longer workpieces to add stability to the operation SEE FIG 33 Fig 33 STOCK ROLLERS The stock rollers are a convenience feature that helps keep the workpiece pressed firmly against the fence To set up 1 Press workpiece A firmly up against the fence B SEE FIG 33A Fig 33A 2 Loosen stock rollers C by turning each knob D counterclockwise 3 Slide the stock rollers so that they are pressed firmly up against the workpiece 4 Tighten the knobs on the stock rollers by turning them clockwise NOTE Make sure that the rollers are pressed against the workpiece firmly enough to keep it from pulling away from the fence but not so tight that the workpiece cannot slide freely from left to right USING AUXILIARY WOOD FENCE When mo
17. ist of symbols that are used to attract your attention to possible dangerous conditions P This is the international safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided WILL result in death or serious injury A WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided COULD result in death or serious injury A CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation if not avoid ed MAY result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices CAUTION CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indi cates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage NOTICE This symbol is used to alert the user to useful informa tion about proper operation of the machine AWARNING Exposure to the dust created by power sanding saw ing grinding drilling and other construction activities may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury including silicosis a serious lung dis ease cancer and death Avoid breathing the dust and avoid prolonged contact with dust The dust may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from
18. k This machine is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug MUST be plugged into a matching electrical receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances If a plug is provided with your machine DO NOT modify the plug If it will not fit your electrical receptacle have a qualified electrician install the proper connections to meet all electrical codes local and state All connections must also adhere to all of OSHA mandates IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION of the equip ment grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock The conductor with the green insulation with or without yellow stripes is the equipment grounding con ductor DO NOT connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions or if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded AWARNING PLUGS RECEPTACLES Electrocution or fire could result if this machine is not grounded properly or if the electrical configura tion does not comply with local and state electrical codes MAKE CERTAIN the machine is disconnected from power source before starting any electricall work MAKE SURE the circuit breaker does not exceed the rating of the plug and receptacle The motor supplied with your machine is a 115 volt mot
19. machine or tool if under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication 15 EACH AND EVERY time check for damaged parts prior to using any machine Carefully check all guards to see that they operate properly are not damaged and perform their intended functions Check for alignment binding or breakage of all 4 ALWAYS wear a NIOSH OSHA approved dust moving parts Any guard or other part that is dam mask to prevent inhaling dangerous dust or air aged should be immediately repaired or replaced ticles R Pace 16 Ground all machines If any machine is supplied with a 3 prong plug it must be plugged into a 3 contact electrical receptacle The third prong is used to ground the tool and provide protection against accidental electric shock DO NOT remove the third prong 5 ALWAYS keep the work area clean well lit and organized DO NOT work in an area that has slip pery floor surfaces from debris grease and wax 6 ALWAYS unplug the machine from the electrical receptacle before making adjustments changing 17 Keep visitors and children away from any machine parts or performing any maintenance DO NOT permit people to be in the immediate work area especially when the machine is operating 7 AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING Make sure that the power switch is in the OFF position before plugging in the power cord to the electrical receptacle 19 MAINTAIN your balance DO NOT extend yourself over the tool Wear oil resistant
20. n remove the four M8 socket head cap screws C that bolt the mortiser column A to the base B SEE FIG 29 2 Rotate column 180 degrees 3 Replace four M8 socket head cap screws C 23 USING BITS WITH EXTRA LONG SHANKS When using bits with extra long shanks it will be neces sary to remove the extension AWARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MORTISER IS DIS CONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE Fig 30 NN SP XIAR ARIANA NAN DA Ny DO N 1 Remove the mortising bit 2 Place one open end wrench on the flats of the extension A and one open end wrench on the flats of the motor shaft B wrenches not supplied 3 Unscrew the extension and chuck from the motor shaft Remove the chuck from the extension Reinstall the chuck to the motor shaft Tighten securely OPERATIONS AWARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MORTISER IS DIS CONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE AWARNING ALWAYS wear eye protection Any machine can throw debris into the eyes during operations which could cause severe and permanent eye damage Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles that comply with ANSI standard Z87 1 when operating power tools AWARNING ALWAYS wear a NIOSH OSHA approved dust mask to prevent inhaling dangerous dust or airborne particles ON OFF SWITCH The switch is located on the side of the motor To turn the machine on push the green button A To turn the machine off pus
21. ndle M8X21 Fence Assy Inc Ref 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 M6X16 Hex Soc Hd Scr 6 6 Lock Washer Flat Washer Fence Fence Glide Pad QTY Bae ARK K A NN NA lt NN lt lt N lt lt N lt lt 4 4 4 lt DN N N lt 4 4 4 T 4 4 N N N N 31 KEY PART NO NO 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 OR93378 OR71567 OR71570 OR71571 OR71572 OR71573 OR71574 OR71575 OR71576 OR71577 OR90222 OR71578 OR94179 OR71579 OR71580 OR93378 OR93951 OR94180 OR71581 OR71582 OR71583 OR90222 OR71584 OR93346 OR90758 OR93348 OR93347 OR93377 OR90502 OR90059 OR91821 OR94181 OR94182 OR71585 OR71586 OR71587 OR71588 OR71589 OR71590 OR71591 OR71592 OR71593 OR71594 OR71595 OR93352 SC10547 DESCRIPTION M8X10 Set Screw Hex Soc Fence Glide Stock Roller Assy Inc Ref 54 55 56 57 58 Knob Rubber Wheel Bush 2 Bush 1 M8X35 T Screw Base Extension Base M6X10 Set Screw Hex Soc Extension Bar 8 Open Retaining Ring Hold down Guide Rod M8X10 Set Screw Hex Soc M6 x 16mm Hex Soc Set Scr 6 Open Retaining Ring Gear Adjust Knob Rack M6X10 Hex Soc Set Screw Stabilizer Cylinder Assy Inc Ref 76 77 78 79 Stabilizer Cylinder M6 Hex Hd Nut Thin Junction Screw Ball Stud M6X45 Hex Soc Hd Scr 6 Lock Washer 6 Flat Washer M8X20 Set Screw He
22. o socket head cap screws A in the dovetail gib B only slightly less than 1 8 turn using provided hex wrench SEE FIG 28 Fig 28 SETTING CHISEL SOUARE TO FENCE A WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE MORTISER IS DIS CONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE Checking that chisel is sguare to fence pw lt lt 1 Place a square against the face of the fence A 2 Turn adjusting screws C clockwise to make a SEE FIG 27 tighter fit turn counterclockwise for a looser fit 2 Check to see if left side of chisel B is square to NOTE Correct adjustment is when a good snug sliding the face of the fence fit is obtained without any side movement between the 3 If not square loosen set screw C and reposition gib and the column This adjustment should not be too chisel until the left side of the chisel is flat against tight that it restricts the sliding movement or too loose 4 Retighten set screw 3 Once proper fit is achieved retighten the two socket head cap screws 22 ROTATING COLUMN 180 DEGREES Sometimes a workpiece may be too large to fit between the base and the chisel When this is the case you can rotate the column of the mortiser 180 degrees as shown and perform the work off of a bench or floor Fig 29 AWARNING When rotating column 180 Degrees you MUST fasten the machine to a supporting surface See FASTENING MACHINE TO SUPPORTING SURFACE in the ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual 1 To rotate the colum
23. or It is shipped wired for 115 volt application Never connect the green or ground wire to a live terminal This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an electrical receptacle as shown in Figure 1 1 Figure 1 1 shows a NEMA approved 3 wire 15 amp electrical plug and receptacle that have a grounding conductor If a properly grounded electrical receptacle is not available an adapter as shown in Figure 1 2 can be used to tem porarily connect this plug to a 2 contact ungrounded receptacle The adapter has a rigid lug extending from it that MUST be connected to a permanent earth ground such as a properly grounded receptacle box THIS ADAPTER IS PROHIBITED IN CANADA Fig 1 1 GROUNDED OUTLET BOX CURRENT CARRYING PRONGS Fig 1 2 GROUNDED OUTLET BOX GROUNDING MEANS EXTENSION CORDS AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock use the proper gauge of extension cord When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your machine will draw The smaller the gauge number the larger the diameter of the extension cord is If in doubt of the proper size of an extension cord use a shorter and thicker cord An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage result ing in a loss of power and overheating A CAUTION USE ONLY a 3 wire extension cord that has a 3 prong grounding plug and a 3 pole receptacle that accepts the machine s plug If you are using
24. ote estera toe kaa ae d e neu res Heec de n E nes osaa Leg edat man 9 SECTION 7 Product Safety sns adden ade etude U Tama et a eR eee Nantes tuia FX MP E Ea ad 11 SECTION 8 Electrical Reguire mOnte erae riesana an AR eiu N ATEA nnne nennen nnne EATARRA nannaa naan nennen nnne 13 SECTION 9 Unpacking SIVeNIO NE SEE 15 SECTION 10 AssembIVi ou ei he t dri estia EE EE 17 SECTION 11 Adj stments einen i A M Etape Ba NSN eei sede Doe em ttimen 21 SECTION12 Operations S 24 SECTION13 Maintenance eee a t eua eee d ete tede edu 27 SECTION 14 Troubleshooting nii eee Chee EE D te Rte det ees 28 SECTION 15 PartS Eist iio nae ee ete EE k SRAL KELIT a EE 30 INTRODUCTION This user manual is intended for use by anyone working with this machine It should be kept available for immediate reference so that all operations can be performed with maximum efficiency and safety Do not attempt to perform maintenance or operate this machine until you have read and understand the information contained in this manual The drawings illustrations photographs and specifications in this user manual represent your machine at time of print However changes may be made to your machine or this manual at any time with no obligation to Steel City Tool Works WARRANTY STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS 5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Steel City Tool Works LLC SCTW warrants all STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS machinery to be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a
25. period of 5 years from the date of the original retail purchase by the original owner Granite components are warranted for 10 years Please inform SCTW within 30 days for any damages or defects on the Granite components found upon receipt of the products to qualify for the 10 year limited warranty See the Granite warranty statement supplied with those products SCTW will repair or replace at its expense and at its option any SCTW machine machine part or machine accessory which in normal use has proven to be defective provided that the customer returns the product shipping prepaid to an authorized service center with proof of purchase and provides SCTW with a reasonable opportunity to verify the alleged defect by inspection Date code which can be found on the original carton and machine body must be provided to SCTW at the time of any warranty request made This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence accidents or lack of maintenance or to unauthorized repairs or alterations made or specifically authorized by anyone other than SCTW Normal wear components are also excluded under this coverage Every effort has been made to ensure that all SCTW machinery meets the highest quality and durability standards We reserve the right to change specifications at any time due to our commitment to continuous improvement of the quality of our products EXCEPT AS SET FORTH ABOVE SCTW MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IM
26. r head until the cutting chisel C is at the desired depth SEE FIG 24 Fig 24 MICRO ADJUST ASSEMBLY Sometimes it is necessary to move the fence in small increments When this is the case the micro adjust assembly should be used 1 Loosen the fence lock handle A so that the fence C may slide smoothly SEE FIG 25 2 Rotate the adjustment knob D clockwise to move the fence in towards the mortiser column Rotate counterclockwise to move the fence away from the mortiser column 2 Lower depth stop rod until it contacts the top of the column D 3 Tighten set screw E 21 HOLDDOWN Fig 27 The purpose of the holddown is to prevent the work piece from lifting as the chisel is raised up To adjust Loosen set screw A position holddown B until it just touches the top of the workpiece C and allows the workpiece to slide left or right Once hold down is in position retighten set screw SEE FIG 26 NOTE The holddown can also be turned upside down to accommodate thicker workpieces When doing this tighten the set screw on the back side of the holddown SEE FIG 26 4 a SLIDING FIT BETWEEN HEAD AND COLUMN A dovetail gib is provided on the rear of the head to insure a good sliding fit between the head and the column when the head is raised and lowered This should be set at the factory and should not need adjustment If adjustment is necessary perform the following steps 1 Loosen tw
27. removed clean all oil and dirt from the surface using a soft cloth or rag Lastly you need to apply a good automotive paste wax to all unpainted cast iron surfaces This will help to protect the surface from rusting from further con tact with moisture or oily hands LUBRICATION The Mortiser has sealed lubricated bearings in the motor housing that do not require any additional lubrication from the operator Fence guide and elevation screws should be cleaned of debris and greased as needed Occasionally apply a few drops of light machine oil to gibs to keep tables free in relation to base TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE TO PREVENT INJURY TO YOURSELF or damage to the mortiser turn the switch to the OFF position and unplug the power cord from the electrical receptacle before making any adjustments PROBLEM Motor does not start or does not come up to full speed Motor stalls or circuit breakers open frequently Motor running too hot Drill bit stalls or slips Drill bit or material smokes or burns Excessive drill bit runout or wobble Defective capacitor Low line voltage Defective motor Circuit overload Low line voltage Motor overload Incorrect fuses on circuit breakers Short circuit in motor loose connections or worn insulation on lead wires Restricted air circulation due to dust accumulation Motor overload Drill bit is not securely tightened in chuck
28. rtising an extra high workpiece an auxiliary fence can be fastened to the fence with wood screws not provided through the holes in the fence This provides additional support for the workpiece during mortising operation USING SACRIFICIAL BOARD When performing a through mortise it is a good prac tice to use a sacrificial board to prevent any chipout at the bottom of the mortise 1 To attach a sacrificial board place sacrificial board A against the face of the fence B SEE FIG 34 Fig 34 2 Attach sacrificial board to fence using wood screws not provided though the holes of the fence C 3 Place workpiece D on top of sacrificial board and up against the fence 4 Fasten workpiece using the holddown E NOTE When using sacrificial board DO NOT use the stock rollers OPERATING THE MORTISER 3 When making additional penetrations leave a gap between the holes SEE FIG 36 1 Make sure that the workpiece A is held firmly against the fence B when cutting and that the Fig 36 holddown C is properly adjusted SEE FIG 35 Fig 35 4 Once the desired length of the mortise is achieved go back and chisel out the remaining gaps This will ensure a smooth clean mortise SEE FIG 37 Fig 37 2 Using the Raise Lower handle D lower the chisel until it penetrates the workpiece NOTE The rate of penetration of the chisel must be fast enough to prevent burning at the tip of the bit but not
29. t www steelcitytoolworks com DEFINITION OF TERMS Blind Mortise Joint where the mortise does not go all Micro Adjust Assembly which allows the fence to be the way through the stock moved in or out in very small increments Chipout Breakage on the exit side of a through Tenon A projection on the end of a workpiece that is mortise inserted into a mortise Corner Mortise Commonly used for frame and panel Through Mortise Joint where the mortise goes com sections such as raised panel cabinet doors pletely through the workpiece allowing the end of the tenon to be exposed FEATURE IDENTIFICATION A Switch E Fence B Motor housing F Hold down C Raise Lower handle G Base Worktable D Stock rollers H Extension wings GENERAL SAFETY AWARNING TO AVOID serious injury and damage to the machine read and follow all Safety and Operating Instructions before assembling and operating this machine This manual is not totally comprehensive It does not and can not convey every possible safety and opera tional problem which may arise while using this machine The manual will cover many of the basic and specific safety procedures needed in an industrial envi ronment All federal and state laws and any regulations having jurisdiction covering the safety requirements for use of this machine take precedence over the statements in this manual Users of this machine must adhere to all such regulations Below is a l
30. t the cord 13 REPLACE a damaged cord immediately DO NOT use a damaged cord or plug DO NOT USE if the mortiser is not operating properly or has been dam aged left outdoors or has been in contact with water 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 DO NOT use the mortiser as a toy DO NOT use near or around children ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION Any power tool can throw debris into the eyes during opera tions which could cause severe and permanent eye damage Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles that com ply with ANSI standard Z87 1 when operating power tools Basic precautions should ALWAYS be followed when using any power tool DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE until it is assembled and installed according to the instruc tions OBTAIN ADVICE FROM YOUR SUPERVISOR instructor or another qualified person if you are not familiar with the operations of this power tool DO NOT leave any power tool plugged into the electrical outlet Unplug it from the outlet when not in use and before servicing and cleaning TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK do not use outdoors Do not expose to rain Store indoors FOLLOW all electrical and safety codes including the National Electric Code NEC and the Occu pational Safety and Health Regulations OSHA All electrical connections and wiring should be made by qualified personnel only CONNECT power tool
31. the table work area when the machine is running Serious injury can result TURN THE MACHINE OFF disconnect the machine from the power source and clean the table work area before leaving the machine REPLACE a damaged cord immediately DO NOT use a damaged cord or plug If the power tool is not operating properly or has been damaged left out doors or has been in contact with water return it to a Steel City Service Center SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Refer to them fre quently and use them to instruct other users ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS TO PREVENT electrical shock follow all electrical and safety codes including the National Electrical Code NEC and the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations OSHA All electrical connections and wiring should be made by qualified personnel only TO REDUCE the risk of electrical shock DO NOT use machine outdoors DO NOT expose to rain or mois ture Store indoors in a dry area DO NOT connect the machine to the power source before you have completed the set up process DO NOT connect the machine to the power source until instructed to do so This motor in this machine is designed to run at 115V GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS AWARNING This machine MUST BE GROUNDED while in use to protect the operator from electric shock In the event of a malfunction or breakdown GROUND ING provides the path of least resistance for electric current and reduces the risk of electric shoc
32. to a properly grounded outlet only See grounding instructions SECURE THE MACHINE TO A SUPPORTING SURFACE Vibration can cause the machine to slide walk or tip over NEVER START THE MACHINE with the drill bit or cutting tool against the workpiece Loss of control of the workpiece can cause serious injury PROPERLY LOCK THE DRILL BIT OR CUTTING TOOL IN THE UNIT before operating this machine 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 DO NOT attempt to mortise material that does not have a flat surface unless a suitable support is used USE ONLY DRILL BITS CUTTING TOOLS OR OTHER ACCESSORIES with shank size recom mended in your instruction manual The wrong size accessory can cause damage to the machine and or serious injury USE ONLY DRILL BITS OR CUTTING TOOLS that are not damaged Damaged items can cause malfunctions that lead to injuries ALWAYS position the hold down directly over the workpiece to prevent the workpiece from lifting during operation Loss of control of the workpiece can cause serious injury TURN THE MACHINE OFF AND WAIT FOR THE DRILL BIT AND CUTTING TOOL TO STOP TURNING prior to cleaning the work area removing debris or removing or securing work piece A mov ing drill bit or cutting tool can cause serious injury PROPERLY SUPPORT LONG OR WIDE work pieces loss of control of the workpiece can cause severe injury NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT ASSEMBLY OR SET UP WORK on
33. tual offer acceptance or sale by SCTW or any claim related to the performance of any agreement including without limitation this Warranty shall take place in the federal or state courts in Allegheny County Pennsylvania Tech Service 1 877 724 8665 STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS Please have your Model No and Serial No available WARRANTY CARD EE IU a cent et acre a ae Name 8 How would you rank your woodworking skills Street _ Simple ____ Intermediate Apt No Advance Master Craftsman City State Zip Phone Number 9 How many Steel City machines do you own E Mail 10 What stationary woodworking tools do you own Product Description Check all that apply Model No _ Air Compressor _ Band Saw Serial No Drill Press ____ Drum Sander Dust Collection ___ Horizontal Boring Machine The following information is given on a voluntary basis Jointer Lathe and is strictly confidential Mortiser Panel Saw _ Planer _ Power Feeder 1 Where did you purchase your STEEL CITY machine Radial Arm Saw Shaper Store Spindle Sander Table Saw City ____ Vacuum Veneer Press _ Wide Belt Sander Other 2 How did you first learn of Steel City Tool Works ____ Advertisement ____ Mail Order Catalog 11 Which benchtop tools do you own Check all that apply Web Site _ Friend _ Belt Sander _ Belt Disc Sander _ Local Store
34. up against There must be a space of 1 16 to 3 16 clearance the bottom of bushing N and tighten set screw G about the thickness of a dime between the This should provide the proper distance between bushing H and shoulder of chisel I This assures the cutting edges of the bit and points of the chisel having proper clearance between the cutting edges SEE FIG 19 of the bit and points of the chisel after the bit is E inserted into the chuck SEE FIG 17 Fig 19 Fig 17 4 Push bit J up through the chisel and into the 6 The flat portion of the bit O should now be adjust chuck K until the bottom of the bit is flush with the ed to a minimum of 1 16 below the bottom of the bottom of the chisel Lock bit into the chuck using chisel P For certain types of wood it may be nec the supplied chuck key SEE FIG 18 essary to increase this distance to a maximum of v 3 16 clearance SEE FIG 20 Fig 18 Fig 20 20 ADJUSTMENTS DEPTH STOP ROD FENCE The depth stop rod is provided to limit the cutting depth The fence can be moved in or out to accommodate var of the chisel To adjust the depth stop rod A loosen ious size workpieces set screw B SEE FIG 23 T To move fence Fig 23 1 Loosen fence lock handle A until the fence glide shaft B can move freely SEE FIG 25 2 Slide fence C in or out to the desired position 3 Tighten fence lock handle to secure fence Fig 25 1 Lowe
35. us personal injury and damage to the machine 3 Prevent electrical shock Follow all electrical and safety codes including the National Electrical Code NEC and the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations OSHA All electrical connections and wiring should be made by qualified personnel only AWARNING 4 TO REDUCE the risk of electrical shock DO NOT use this machine outdoors DO NOT expose to rain or moisture Store indoors in a dry area 5 STOP using this machine if at any time you experi ence difficulties in performing any operation Contact your supervisor instructor or machine serv ice center immediately 6 Safety decals are on this machine to warn and direct you to how to protect yourself or visitors from personal injury These decals MUST be maintained so that they are legible REPLACE decals that are not legible 7 DO NOT leave the unit plugged into the electrical outlet Unplug the unit from the outlet when not in use and before servicing performing maintenance tasks or cleaning 8 ALWAYS turn the power switch OFF before unplugging the mortiser A WARNING 9 DO NOT handle the plug or mortiser with wet hands 10 USE accessories only recommended by Steel City 11 DO NOT pull the mortiser by the power cord NEVER allow the power cord to come in contact with sharp edges hot surfaces oil or grease 12 DO NOT unplug the mortiser by pulling on the power cord ALWAYS grasp the plug no
36. x Hd Clamp Knob 6 Nylon Washer Washer Chisel and Drill Bit Assy Inc Ref 88 89 90 91 NOT SHOWN 1 4 Chisel and Drill Bit Assy NOT SHOWN 5 16 Chisel and Drill Bit Assy NOT SHOWN 3 8 Chisel and Drill Bit Assy NOT SHOWN 1 2 Chisel and Drill Bit Assy NOT SHOWN 4MM Hex Wrench NOT SHOWN 6MM Hex Wrench NOT SHOWN Instruction Manual NOT SHOWN Instruction Manual Spanish NOT SHOWN Instruction Manual French NOT SHOWN Chuck Key NOT SHOWN T Handle NOT SHOWN QTY PNP ND HHH S HK N NN N N N oe He PP p N N N ee KJ E SSA LESE ee N TA HS NOTES 32 NOTES 33 NOTES 34 STEEL CITY TOOL WORKS 1 877 SC4 TOOL 1 877 724 8665 14 n 5 Year Warranty
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