JET 708458K Use and Care Manual
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1. PASO OS NUl SGT 19 Warning re eee O UAC u abu ana 21 CUE a GUANO uu u u nate TS p bay 122 40 002 Retaining STW 11 2 222 ee 26 2 5F E2582222 c o p uta Sen Pl ee a 8 5 10 WB Ra E gt 0 eee eet tN NAO uuu usss 23 Stand and Motor Assembly JJ 8CS only 24 Parts List Stand and Motor Assembly JJ 8CS only Index No Part No Description Size JC M01W Si uuu JC M02W OVeEL gt _____ 04 EE 5 O ee a u 7 15 0561031 Hex Nul o 06 MOFT UIG uu2. dC FIRT Only u u u u _ _ _ ____ 31 A Warnings 10 11 12 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 Read and understand the entire owners manual before attempting assembly or operation Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause serious injury Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed This jointer is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only If you are not familiar with the proper and safe operation of a jointer do not use until proper training and knowledge have been obtained Do not use this jointer for other than its intended use If used for other purposes Walter Meier Manufacturing Inc disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless from any injury that may result from that use Always wear approved safety glasses face shields while using this jointer Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses they are not safety glasses Before operating this jointer remove tie rings watches and other jewelry and roll sleeves up past the elbows Remove all loose clothing and confine long hair Non slip footwear or anti skid floor strips are recommended Do not wear gloves Wear ear protectors plugs or muffs during extended periods of operation Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and ot
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5. 6 ______ _____ _ __ ____________ 6 Unpacki ig and 7 ____ _____________ ____ _ _ 7 installing Bed 8 Installing Pedestal Switch JJ 8HH 2 9 8 CIS uuu eects mas abu ma ______________ 9 Assembling Knife Setting Gauge 9 8 5 9 MSANI ______ __ 9 Installing Cutternead 10 ACCESS DOOI _________________ _____ ____ 10 MaN OUS EOU 10 CONNECCION S __________________ _ 10 11 eee eee eee 11 90 Fence 11 AD Fence _ a 12 Leveling Outfeed Table to Cutterhead 12 Removing and Replacing Knives 8 5 2 14 Replacing or Rotating Knife Inserts JJ 8HH only 14 pak 15 15 Jol g y I pe
6. 5 708802 ee 05 Kote LOCK us 225 4 06 4 07 Gauge JC O08 u u eee ete eee u pear TS 0680041 Retaining Ring 9 09 Machine Pull Gy uuu u uuu uu a aasawa tawa kausak isku BF GOT iiei yunus D XD 22 15 0270031 C 5 16 18 x 3 8 28 Parts List Cutterhead Assembly JJ 8HH only Index No Part No Description Size Qty EOSIN ANA JJ8HH CA CUtterhead Assembly Index 1 thru 11 1 1791222 4 Helical Cutterhead Unit Index 1 7 8 101 Core a 1 TING HOUSING lanami Qhana qa kusa AER 2 5 BB 6204VV 9 een eee es 6204VV
7. 5 0271071 3 8 16 3 4 52 V s en Re ee ae eee CN mT nar aS eee TS 0081031 Hex Head Screw 5 16 18 3 4 TS 0680031 Flat Washo unun ae usss SRR TS 0680031 FISIWASH PE uuu uuu u uu uuu uu uu o u TS 0561021 Fo IA PUN 5 16 18 8 315 Hex Head Screw J 22 Gi MER TS 0680061 Flat on ee aces JCS10 079C 3 16 UNC x 3 4 TS 0680021 Flat Washer u 07 BOCK S es BIO 5 0720091 Lock Washer B S 2 cestu mus JC M03 ES HIS a ul u 2 u u 2 gt 15 0813032 Pan Head Screw 1 4 20 x 1 2 JJ8 917W 2HP 1Ph JJ8 918
8. SOL OW a aceae M4x25 51015 342 Switch Face Ce 5 2171012 STON 4 6 6 351 Washer serier 6 352 2 JPS10TS 347 BOX 44 344 Ko Ke 6 916 45 8 345 oran gt 46 JJ8HH 346 sss mun ee eee rere 15 0208021 Socket Head 5 5 16 18 1 2 Kit shown 2 27 Parts List Cutterhead Assembly JJ 8CS only Index No Part No Description Size Lee ae JG c HOO Chae as SG FOO Bearno HOUS V yas 54 104 LUMI s oscar cra carci Jo c o JG C C GS T Ou S TS 0680041 FI W OS u see cea y 15 0561031 cae eee 98 6
9. 45 L 90 45 R MOTON u uu uuu 2HP 1Ph 60Hz 230V only 2HP 1Ph 60Hz 230V only Net Weight Jointer and Stand OLDS y za saa 411 lbs Shipping Weight Jointer and 3495 eee ee nee ee ee ee 505 Ibs The above specifications were current at the time this manual was published but because of our policy of continuous improvement Walter Meier Manufacturing Inc reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice without incurring obligations Unpacking and Cleanup Contents of Shipping Cartons Note Unit shipped in two cartons Stand Carton 1 Stand with Motor 1 Stand Door 1 Dust Chute with Mounting Hardware 1 Pedestal Switch with Mounting Hardware JJ 8HH only Main Unit Carton Bed Assembly Fence Assembly Cutterhead Guard Belt Guard V Belts Handwheels with handle Fence Handle Mounting Bolts 3 8 Lock Washers Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Warranty Card G 9 NN Tools Included with JJ 8CS 1 12 14 Open End Wrench 1 8 10 Open End Wrench 3 Hex Wrenches 3 4 and 5 mm 1 Knife Gauge Assembly Tools included with JJ 8HH 12 14mm Open End Wrench 8 10mm Open End Wrench Hex Wrenches 3 4 5 6 mm Star Point Screwdrivers Knife Inserts 0 Knife Insert Screws
10. 4 Position of the table and straight edge should look like Figure 18 Use care when handling the straight edge near the blades so as not to damage them Figure 16 Figure 17 STRAIGHT EDGE 5 Os Figure 18 12 5 When the outfeed table and blade number one or knife insert are the same height tighten table lock screw After the outfeed table has been set the Jd 8HH will need no further adjustments to the cutterhead skip steps 6 through 9 below The JJ 8CS must have its knives parallel with the outfeed table Proceed as follows 6 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 7 If blade is higher or lower at one point slightly loosen five screws A Fig 19 by turning clockwise as viewed from the infeed table 8 Place the knife setting gauge B Fig 19 on the cutterhead over the blade Continue loosening the five screws until the springs push the knife up into contact with the gauge Alternately tighten the five screws to hold each blade in place 9 Repeat this process with blades two and three The outfeed table and cutterhead Knives are correctly adjusted when all three blades are parallel to the outfeed table and all three blades are set at the same height in the cutterhead After the outfeed table has been set at the c
11. ON Tools Required for Assembly 1 Cross Point Screwdriver 6 8 Adjustable Wrench or 17 amp 19mm Wrench Unpacking and Cleanup 1 Carefully finish removing all contents from both shipping cartons Compare contents of the shipping cartons with the list of contents above Place parts on a protected surface 2 Set packing material and shipping cartons to the side Do not discard until machine has been set up and is running properly 3 Clean all rust protected surfaces bed fence etc with kerosene or diesel oil Do not use gasoline paint thinner mineral spirits etc These may damage painted surfaces AWARNING Cutterhead knives dangerously sharp Use extreme caution when cleaning 4 Apply a thin layer of paste wax to the bright surfaces of the fence and tables to prevent rust Installing Bed to Stand 1 Use an assistant or hoist mechanism to place bed assembly on top of stand Be sure identification label on the bed faces the same direction as the label on the stand Fig 1 2 Line up two holes in top of stand with holes in bed assembly by viewing through access door in stand 3 Attach bed assembly to stand with two 3 8 lock bolts and lock washers Fig 2 Hand tighten only at this time 4 Line up third hole in stand with hole in bed assembly by viewing through dust chute 5 Install third 3 8 lock bolt and lock washer through dust chute to secure bed to stand 6 Tighte
12. 90 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 Set infeed table to the same height as the outfeed table 2 Move the fence by releasing lock handle A Fig 14 and pushing the fence assembly until it overlaps the tables 3 Adjust the fence to a 90 angle by releasing lock handle B Fig 14 pulling up on handle C Fig 14 and re tightening lock handle B Fig 14 4 Place a combination square on the infeed table Fig 15 5 If fence 15 not square to table release lock handle B Fig 14 loosen nut D Fig 14 and turn bolt E Fig 14 until fence is square to table 6 Tighten nut D Fig 14 to retain the setting Tighten lock handle B Fig 14 11 CURRENT CARRYING PRONGS 230 Volt only GROUND PRONG Figure 12 Recommended Extension Cord Gauges AWG Extension Cord Length in Feet based on limiting the line voltage drop to at 150 of the rated amperes NR Not Recommended Figure 13 Figure 15 45 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 16 Move the stop plate B Fig 16 out of the way and position the fence at the 45 angle Make sure the fence sits against the stop bolt C Fig 16
13. GREEN WHITE BLACK O a 5 al 12 312 513 13 17 e lt 2 1 4T2 14no 6 Il gt 2 1 4 2 oc 98 97 95 pAr lt 30 Electrical Connections JJ 8HH only SOOMF D 125VAC GREEN YUE 31 JET WALTER MEIER Manufacturing Inc 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne Tennessee 37086 Phone 800 274 6848 www jettools com www waltermeier com
14. Winches Manual Cold Saws Winches Electric G WW Air Filtration Hoists Air MW Lathes WW Bandsaws WW Lathes Fastening Tools Lathe Accessories Air Tools I Hoists Electric MW Precision Vises WW Benchtop WW Buffers WW Planers Mechanics Hand Tools Machine Accessories Contractor Pallet Trucks Jack Stands Tools WW Drill Presses WW Sanders Striking Tools Mobile Bases Air Tools Industrial formi Rigging Equip Metal orming WW Dust Collectors WW Shapers Vises no precision Safety Equipment Air Tools Light Mill Drills Scissor Lift Tables WW Dust Filters WW Tablesaws Specialty Items Industrial Milling Machines Screw Jacks WW Dust Fittings Vise Accessories Lubrication MW Bandsaws Service Jacks WW Jointers MW Drill Presses Stackers wi Fi nishing a Grinders Warranty reverts to 1 Year Warranty if woodworking WW products listed above are used quipment apping for industrial or educational purposes Clamps Chain Hoist Manual WHAT IS COVERED This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials subject to the exceptions stated below Cutting tools abrasives and other consumables are excluded from warranty coverage WHO IS COVERED This warranty covers only the initial purchaser of the product WHAT IS THE PERIOD OF COVERAGE The general JET warranty lasts for the time period specified in the product literature of each product WHAT IS NOT COVERED Five Year Warranties do not cover woodworking WW pr
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16. debris 5 Insert knife into the cutterhead channel making sure it faces the proper direction 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 Repeat for other two blades 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 found on page 12 of this manual Replacing or Rotating Knife Inserts JJ 8HH only The knife inserts on the model JJ 8HH Jointer are four sided When dull simply remove each insert rotate it 90 for a fresh edge and re install it Use the two provided star point screwdrivers to remove the knife insert screw See Figure 26 Use one of the screwdrivers to help hold the cutterhead in position and the other to remove the screw It is advisable to rotate all inserts at the same time to maintain consistent cutting However if one or more knife inserts develops a nick rotate only those inserts that are affected star point screwdriver Figure 26 14 Each knife insert has an etched reference mark so that you can keep track of the rotations IMPORTANT When removing rotating inserts clean saw dust from the screw the insert and the cutterhead platform Dust accumulation between these elements can prevent the insert from seating properly and may affect the quality of the cut Bef
17. it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced Provide for adequate space surrounding work area and non glare overhead lighting Keep the floor around the machine clean and free of scrap material oil and grease Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area Keep children away A Warnings 21 22 23 24 20 26 27 Make your workshop child proof with padlocks master switches or by removing starter keys Give your work undivided attention Looking around carrying on a conversation and horse play are careless acts that can result in serious injury Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against the knives or other moving parts Do not overreach or use excessive force to perform any machine operation Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed rate Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed The right tool will do the job better and safer Use recommended accessories improper accessories may be hazardous Maintain tools with care Keep knives sharp and clean for the best and safest performance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories Turn off the machine and disconnect from power be
18. s throat and be kicked cutterhead back Avoid jointing thin material which could become jammed under the fence or blade guard Failure to comply may cause ESSE serious injury a e Direction of Grain Feed the material with of the grain to avoid tearout Fig 30 If the direction of the grain changes somewhere in the board try reducing depth of cut and slow the feed speed down to avoid tearout If results still aren t satisfactory turn the material around and try feeding through the other way Bevel Cut To cut a bevel lock the fence at the desired angle and run the material through pressing the work firmly against the fence and tables Fig 31 Several passes may be necessary for the desired result Figure 31 16 Taper Cut AWARNING Taper cuts require the removal of the cutterhead guard Use extreme caution when making taper cuts and replace the guard immediately after completion Failure to comply may cause serious injury One of the most useful jointer operations is cutting an edge to a taper This method can be used on a wide variety of work tapered legs of furniture is a common example Instead of laying the piece down on the infeed table lower the forward end of the work onto the outfeed table Use caution however as the piece will span the knives and they will take a bite from the work with a tendency to kick back unless the piece is held firmly Push the work forwar
19. the narrow edge of the workpiece against the fence Fig 29 Figure 29 15 For jointing and planing cuts pressure is directed three ways into the fence to ensure a square cut forward to advance the stock and downward to avoid chatter and vibration For jointing when the material is higher than the fence the left hand applies pressure into the fence and down toward the table while the right hand pushes forward from behind Be sure to keep the right hand high up on the material Fig 28 For jointing material that is lower than the fence use push sticks to protect the hands For planing use handle pads Fig 29 Never place the right hand on the trailing edge of the material Hand placement on the trailing edge of the material may cause the hand to come into contact with the blade Feed work from right to left at steady moderate speed If you feed the material too slowly the wood will burn in places If you feed the material too quickly ridges will appear in the finished surface Jointing Warped Material If the work to be jointed is cupped or warped take light repetitive cuts until the surface is flat Forcing the material flat against the table will still FEED DIRECTION leave a warped piece after the cuts have been a ae ee ee ee made correct table outfeed AWARNING Never joint any material table infeed shorter than eight inches The material may tip into the jointer
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22. 2 Place a combination square D Fig 16 on the fence and table to confirm a 45 setting 3 adjust loosen lock nut E Fig 16 turn bolt C Fig 16 until a 45 angle is obtained and tighten lock nut E Fig 16 Tighten lock handle A Fig 16 Leveling Outfeed Table to Cutterhead Knives AWARNING Machine should be disconnected from power source at this time Cutterhead blades are extremely sharp Use caution when hands are near the cutterhead For most jointing operations the surface of the outfeed table must be level with the knife tips of the cutterhead at their highest point of revolution The knife tips must project equally from the cutterhead The outfeed table and cutterhead are adjusted at the factory and should not require adjustment 1 On the JJ 8CS Jointer carefully number each blade with a magic marker to make them easier to differentiate 2 Rotate the cutterhead by turning the cutterhead pulley and determine the 12 o clock position of knife number one or a knife insert on the JJ 8HH model The 12 o clock position is the highest point a blade will reach in the cutting arc 3 Loosen table lock screw A Fig 17 and raise the outfeed table to the height of blade number one by turning handwheel B Fig 17 Counter clockwise will cause the outfeed table to raise Clockwise will cause the outfeed table to lower Set a straight edge C Fig 17 on the outfeed table and across the cutterhead
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24. TED WARRANTY FOR EACH PRODUCT EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS ARE EXCLUDED SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG THE IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU WALTER MEIER SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR DEATH INJURIES TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY OR FOR INCIDENTAL CONTINGENT SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF OUR PRODUCTS SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU Walter Meier sells through distributors only The specifications in Walter Meier catalogs are given as general information and are not binding Members of Walter Meier reserve the right to effect at any time without prior notice those alterations to parts fittings and accessory equipment which they may deem necessary for any reason whatsoever products not sold in Canada by Walter Meier 2 Table of Contents 0 2 COMENS ___________________ _______ ________ 3 o 22 akaaanamapamanamanamanamayalawanayanawananamawaqanaqmquaaaakasqtanakasahaqakanalaaq usatasa aqatunabaqaoaatanatunasuwqaqanatlykatmaka qas 4 __ __ ____ __ _ _ _______ __ 5 L evers and ______ ____________ _ _ __
25. This pdf document is bookmarked Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 8 inch Woodworking Jointer Models JJ 8CS and JJ 8HH K t m Model JJ 8CS Model JJ 8HH WALTER MEIER Manufacturing Inc 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne Tennessee 37086 Part No M 708458 Ph 800 274 6848 Revision H1 05 2013 www waltermeier com Copyright 2013 Walter Meier Manufacturing Inc Warranty and Service Walter Meier Manufacturing Inc warrants every product it sells If one of our tools needs service or repair one of our Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States can give you quick service In most cases any of these Walter Meier Authorized Service Centers can authorize warranty repair assist you in obtaining parts or perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JETetools For the name of an Authorized Service Center in your area call 1 800 274 6848 MORE INFORMATION Walter Meier is consistently adding new products to the line For complete up to date product information check with your local Walter Meier distributor or visit waltermeier com WARRANTY JET products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product MW Metalworking WW Woodworking Beam Clamps FS Trolleys Air Lever Hoists Body Repair Kits 3 Trolleys Electric Pullers JCH Models Bottle Jacks Trolleys Plain Trolleys Geared Cable Pullers 7583 Web Slings 2771241
26. cked by a qualified Motor ir stati Motor starts slowly or repair Station fails to come to full speed Belt tension too tight Adjust belt tension Bad start capacitor Replace start capacitor Replacement Parts Replacement parts are listed on the following pages To order parts or reach our service department call 1 800 274 6848 Monday through Friday see our website for business hours www waltermeier com Having the Model Number and Serial Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to serve you quickly and accurately 20 Fence Assembly all models Parts List Fence Assembly all models Index No Part No Description Size ae 1 Fone o BOV cits aR ae nr eee E AA ee Ce ee TS 0051061 Hex SAG SCl OW 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 5 0561021 Pill snn nA mD 5 16 18 JO FOA E JOG F05 a 3 6 16 15 0561031 B S ee ee IG FOG LOCKING ann annanqqunka ka haqanhaqahanahanahasakasc JO F072
27. d as in ordinary jointing The effect is to plane off all the stock in front of the knives to an increasing depth leaving a tapered surface The ridge left by the knives when starting the taper may be removed by taking a very light cut in the regular jointing procedure with the infeed table raised to its normal position Practice is required in this operation Beginners are advised to make trial cuts with scrap material Rabbet Cut AWARNING 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 Note Rabbet cuts are not applicable with the Model JJ 8HH Jointer with helical head 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 32 2 Lower the infeed table an amount equal to the depth of the rabbet If the rabbet is quite deep it may be necessary to cut in two or more passes In that event the table is lowered an amount equal to about half the depth of the rabbet for the first pass then lowered again to proper depth to complete the cut 17 Figure 32 Maintenance Lubrication 1 Use a good grade of light grease on the steel adjusting screws located in the raising and lowering mechanisms of the work tables 2 Occasionally apply a few drops of light machine oil to the gibs This permi
28. e tighten the screws when belt is placed 5 Check to make sure that motor pulley and cutterhead pulley are vertically aligned and the v belt does not contact the sides of the opening in the base If the pulleys are not aligned loosen the screws A Fig 7 on the motor base and slide the motor until the belt is aligned Re tighten screws 6 v belt is properly tensioned when finger pressure on the belt half way between the two pulleys causes 1 2 deflection If the belt is too loose loosen the lower screws B Fig 7 on the mounting plate and push down on the plate When belt tension is correct re tighten screws 7 After two hours of operation check belt tension again Re tension if necessary 8 Re install belt guard and lock knob Installing Cutterhead Guard Orient guard Fig 8 in proper position and insert post into hole in table Tighten lock screw A Fig 8 Installing Access Door Install access door by placing bottom of panel into access in stand and fastening by turning latch Fig 9 If the access door latch needs adjustment 1 Remove the access door from the stand 2 Loosen the hex lock nut A Fig 9 Rotate the latch a quarter turn clockwise to tighten and counterclockwise to loosen Tighten the lock nut A Fig 9 Re install the access door Installing Dust Chute Attach the dust chute Fig 10 to the stand with four screws and four flat washers through the pre tapped hole
29. fore cleaning Use a brush or compressed air to remove chips or debris do not use your hands Do not stand on the machine Serious injury could occur if the machine tips over Never leave the machine running unattended Turn the power off and do not leave the machine until it comes to acomplete stop Remove loose items and unnecessary work pieces from the area before starting the machine Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual ACAUTION This means that if precautions are not heeded it may result in minor injury and or possible machine damage AWARNING This means that if precautions are not heeded it may result in serious injury or possibly even death Introduction This manual is provided by Walter Meier Manufacturing Inc covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for the JET Model JJ 8CS and JJ 8HH Woodworking Jointers This manual contains instructions on installation safety precautions general operating procedures maintenance instructions and parts breakdown This machine has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if used in accordance with instructions set forth in this manual If there are any questions or comments please contact either your local supplier or Walter Meier Walter Meier can also be reached at our web site www waltermeier com Levers and Controls 1 Handwheel for Outfeed Table 8 On Off Switch Pedestal sty
30. her construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paint e Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products e Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk of exposure varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as face or dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic particles Do not operate this machine while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or any medication Make certain the switch is in the OFF position before connecting the machine to the power supply Make certain the machine is properly grounded Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with the machine unplugged from the power source Remove adjusting keys and wrenches Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the machine before turning it on Keep safety guards in place at all times when the machine is in use If removed for maintenance purposes use extreme caution and replace the guards immediately Make sure the jointer is firmly secured to the stand or a bench before use Check damaged parts Before further use of the machine a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that
31. le on JJ 8HH 2 Outfeed Table 9 Rabbeting Ledge 3 Fence 10 Table Lock Knob 4 Fence Adjustment Handle 11 Fence Tilt Lock Handle 5 Cutter Guard 12 Fence Control Handle 6 Infeed Table 13 Belt Guard 7 Handwheel for Infeed Table 14 Dust Chute Specifications Model JJ 8CS JJ 8HH Stock Number Bed and Stand 706450 708468K Stock Number Bed Assembly TO OA 708468 LISA 7084605 Cutina Capac iy 56 WX uu s aa 8 W x 1 2 D Cutterhead Speed 5500 5500 Number OF INNINGS n 36 knife inserts Rabb ling lei A a eaaa not applicable F apbel edge u uuu uu u uu EE COA 3 1 8 x 8 3 4 Table Siap i a i q usa OPW un musuka x 66 1 271 aaa a ay 4 W x 38 1 2 L KG Size uuu u EE 11167 1 871 0 59 L 0 59 W x 0 10T ee een cere eee 45 L 45 R POSVE STOD Snia aa
32. mmended to keep a second set of blades on hand so that they may be installed while the first set is being professionally sharpened Cutterhead Removal AWARNING Blades in the cutterhead are sharp Use extreme caution when handling the removal of the cutterhead Failure to comply may cause serious injury The entire cutterhead assembly removed for cleaning or for bearing and blade replacement Some woodworkers keep a spare cutterhead with replacement blades should the original cutterhead have to be repaired To remove the cutterhead including bearings studs and housing from the base casting 1 Disconnect the machine from the power source 2 Remove the fence assembly cutterhead guard and belt guard Remove the v belt from the cutterhead pulley 4 Loosen set screw A Fig 34 using a hex wrench and remove the cutterhead pulley B Fig 34 and key C Fig 34 5 Remove nuts D Fig 34 and lock washers E Fig 34 Cutterhead A C N 528 abd W N N N 44 4 gt a BESO 2227242 2 A N N N Figure 34 6 Lift assembly straight up Studs F Fig 34 and the bearing housings of saw dust and will still be attached to the bearing housings grease so that they seat properly 7 Before replacing the cutterhead back into 8 To re install the cutterhead reverse the the casting thoroughly clean the saddle ab
33. n all three mounting bolts with 14mm wrench Installing Pedestal Switch JJ 8HH only Referring to Figure 3 1 The switch may be installed in either high position or low position to suit the operator Slide the connection plug through the opening A and secure the pedestal switch using two 5 16 3 screws 5 16 flat washers B 2 Connect the plug from the pedestal switch to the motor plug inside the cabinet Figure 2 High position Figure 3 5 Low position Installing Handwheels 1 Remove protective tape from shaft and remove screw and washer 2 Press handwheel A Fig 4 onto shaft aligning the keyway with the key necessary use a hammer with a block of wood to tap the handwheel completely onto the shaft Re install screw and washer B Fig 4 Mount handle C Fig 4 onto handwheel Assembling Knife Setting Gauge JJ 8CS only Place the two bases A Fig 5 onto each end of the bar B Fig 5 Snap the four E rings Fig 4 into the grooves on the bar as shown one E ring on each side of a base Installing V Belts 1 Disconnect the machine from the power source unplug 2 Remove the lock knob A Fig 6 and belt guard B Fig 6 3 Place v belts onto cutterhead pulley grooves and through opening in stand 4 Pull v belts down and place onto motor pulley Fig 7 If necessary loosen the mounting screws A Fig 7 and slightly lift motor R
34. oducts used for commercial industrial or educational purposes Woodworking products with Five Year Warranties that are used for commercial industrial or education purposes revert to a One Year Warranty This warranty does not cover defects due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents normal wear and tear improper repair or alterations or lack of maintenance HOW TO GET SERVICE The product or part must be returned for examination postage prepaid to a location designated by us For the name of the location nearest you please call 1 800 274 6848 You must provide proof of initial purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise If our inspection discloses a defect we will repair or replace the product or refund the purchase price at our option We will return the repaired product or replacement at our expense unless it is determined by us that there is no defect or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty in which case we will at your direction dispose of or return the product In the event you choose to have the product returned you will be responsible for the shipping and handling costs of the return HOW STATE LAW APPLIES This warranty gives you specific legal rights you may also have other rights which vary from state to state LIMITATIONS ON THIS WARRANTY WALTER MEIER MANUFACTURING INC LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMI
35. ore installing each screw lightly coat the screw threads with machine oil and wipe off any excess Securely tighten each screw which holds the knife inserts before operating the planer WARNING Make sure all knife insert screws are tightened securely Loose inserts can be propelled at high speed from a rotating cutterhead causing injury Gib Adjustment After a period of use the gibs may become loose and need adjusting 1 Loosen three lock nuts A Fig 27 and gib lock screw B Fig 27 2 Tighten each set screw 1 4 turn starting at the bottom and working up If a 1 4 turn does not remove all play take another 1 4 turn Repeat a 1 4 turn at a time for all three set screws until play is removed 3 Tighten lock screw B Fig 27 and lock nuts A Fig 27 Operation AWARNING 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 cuts or edge jointing are made to square an edge of a workpiece The workpiece is positioned on the jointer with the narrow edge of the workpiece on the infeed table and the major flat surface of the workpiece against the fence Fig 28 Planing cuts are similar The major surface of the workpiece is placed on the table with
36. orrect height do not change it except for special operations or after replacing the knives If the outfeed table is set too high a curved finished surface results Fig 20 If the outfeed table is set too low gouging results at the end of the cut Fig 21 Figure 22 illustrates the outfeed table at the correct height 13 Figure 19 4 5 7 7 4 5 TABLE 10 OUTFEED TABLE HIGH Figure 20 OUTFEED TABLE TOO LOW Figure 21 a lt OUTFEED CUTTER OUTFEED TABLE AT CORRECT HEIGHT Figure 22 Removing and Replacing Knives 8CS only AWARNING Disconnect the machine from the power source before making any adjustment or repair All knife lock bolts must be firmly tightened or risk ejection of the knife s and lock bar from the cutterhead Failure to comply may cause serious injury 1 Disconnect machine from power source 2 Remove blade guard by loosening lock screw A Fig 23 and lifting up on blade guard Caution blades are sharp Use great care when hands are around blade area 3 Loosen the five lock screws Fig 24 Note Loosen screws by turning in a clockwise direction as viewed from the infeed table Carefully remove the knife A Fig 25 and the lock bar with screws B Fig 25 Repeat for the other two blades 4 Before assembly clean all parts thoroughly and clear cutterhead knife slots of any dust or
37. ove steps Troubleshooting Finished stock is Raise outfeed table so it is level with Knife tip is higher than outfeed table knife tip Back side of finished stock is thicker than Outfeed table is higher than knife tip Adjust outfeed table so it is level with the front side knife tip Stock is concave in Table flatness should be checked with Adjust the screws below the table to the middle machinist s square raise the table ends Both ends of finished stock are cut deeper Ends of tables are higher than middle than the middle Infeed or outfeed One blade set higher than the others Readjust blades Ripples on planed Feeding wood too fast Feed wood more slowly surface Kickbacks Cutting blades are set too high above Readjust blades JJ 8CS outfeed table or they may not be Raise table ends with adjustment screws below tables level with outfeed table JJ 8CS Motor Have motor checked by a qualified Excessive motor repair station noise Pulley set screw Is loose Tighten set screw 2 overloaded with lights tools Increase wire sizes or reduce length Undersize wires or circuit too long See Motor fails to develop 9 full power or stalls Request voltage check from the 9 power company Fuses or circuit breakers do not Have a qualified electrician install sufficient capacity proper size fuses or circuit breakers Have motor che
38. s in the stand Electrical Connections AWARNING Electrical connections must be made by a qualified electrician compliance with all relevant codes This machine must be properly grounded to help prevent electrical shock and possible fatal injury Model JJ 8CS Remove the cover of the switch box A Fig 11 and mount the box to the right side of the stand using the two screws provided Insert the motor leads through the hole in the stand as shown and insert a grommet B Fig 11 Consult the wiring diagram inside the switch box cover The diagram is also on page 30 of this manual 10 Figure 11 The JJ 8CS and JJ 8HH jointers are rated at 230V single phase only Confirm that the power at the source is compatible with the jointer before inserting plug into the outlet The jointer is designed to be used with a plug and outlet similar to that shown in Fig 12 Important Make certain the receptacle in question is properly grounded If you are not sure have a registered electrician check the receptacle Extension Cords Make sure the rating of the extension cord is Suitable for the amperage listed the machine s motor plate An undersize cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating Use the chart in Figure 13 as a general guide in choosing the correct size cord If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord Adjustments
39. sembly all models I ONY 2 fF RY 2 S gt 2 54 gt Pa Parts List Bed Assembly all models Index No Part No Description Size Ja zaza ene ee pare u sZ ss JO 021 ua aa aa asas T o G uuu SGT OS FN ON us SGT OF aa aa ad FADD UIA E 1 105 Table Bracke Ogee eee 15 0060071 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 Se TS 0720091 LOCK Washer C G P Wa A 9 5 x 9 5 x 273 SFE lI SPNO u wan AK TO rant ciate 08 Feed 15 0060061 Socket Head 5 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 15 0720091 LOS WAaSIISP L uuu eee JC T09 BACKET i ee JJ8HH 214 CI OW ain usu 1 2 12 x 1 1 2 5 0720111 LOCK Washer 1
40. ts the tables to slide freely 3 The cutterhead ball bearings are lifetime lubricated and need no further care Blade Care AWARNING Blades are extremely sharp Use caution when cleaning or changing Failure to comply may cause serious injury When gum and pitch collect on the blades carefully remove with a strong solvent Failure to remove gum and pitch build up may result in excessive friction and overheating Sharpening the Knives 8 5 only When blades become dull touch up blades 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 partially cover the sharpening stone with paper Fig 33 OILSTONE PARTLY COVERED WITH PAPER EM Wy Figure 33 4 Lay the stone on the infeed table 5 Lower the infeed table and turn the cutterhead by turning the cutterhead pulley The infeed table height is set properly when the stones surface is flush with the knife bevel 6 Keep the cutterhead from rotating by grasping the cutterhead pulley while sliding the stone back and forth across the table 7 Take the same amount of passes for all three blades When the blades have been sharpened if they still are not cutting efficiently trying to touch up the blades further will only cause the formation of a second beveled edge When this starts to happen it is time to replace blades with another set It is reco
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