MODEL JT6561 6-INCH BENCHTOP JOINTER Instruction Manual NEED HELP? CONTACT US! Have product questions? Need technical support? Please feel free to contact us: 1-800-232-1195 (M-F 8AM-5PM CST) TECHSUPPORT@WENPRODUCTS.COM IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
CONTENTS WELCOME 3 Introduction...................................................................................................... 3 Specifications.................................................................................................... 3 SAFETY 4 General Safety Rules......................................................................................... 4 Jointer Safety Warnings.................................................................................... 6 Electrical Information.
INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing the WEN Benchtop Jointer. We know you are excited to put your tool to work, but first, please take a moment to read through the manual. Safe operation of this tool requires that you read and understand this operator’s manual and all the labels affixed to the tool. This manual provides information regarding potential safety concerns, as well as helpful assembly and operating instructions for your tool. Indicates danger, warning, or caution.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. WORK AREA SAFETY 1. Keep work area clean and well lit.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. 7.
JOINTER SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING! Do not let comfort or familiarity with the product replace strict adherence to product safety rules. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. JOINTER SAFETY 1. TOOL PURPOSE This jointer is designed for creating flat surfaces on wood or wood-like products only. Smoothing other materials could result in fire, injury, or damage to the workpiece.
JOINTER SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING! Do not let comfort or familiarity with the product replace strict adherence to product safety rules. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. 19. Never perform layout, assembly or set-up work on the table while the jointer is operating. 20. Always turn off and unplug the machine before cleaning, making adjustments or changing attachments.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides the path of least resistance for an electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug MUST be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances. 1. Do not modify the plug provided.
UNPACKING & PACKING LIST UNPACKING With the help of a friend or trustworthy foe, such as one of your in-laws, carefully remove the jointer from the packaging and place it on a sturdy, flat surface. Make sure to take out all contents and accessories. Do not discard the packaging until everything is removed. Check the packing list below to make sure you have all of the parts and accessories.
KNOW YOUR JOINTER TOOL PURPOSE Resurface boards, flatten workpieces, and much more with your WEN Jointer. Refer to the diagram below to become familiarized with the parts and controls of your jointer. Outfeed Table Fence Blade Guard Infeed Table Dust Port Infeed Adjustment Knob Power Switch NOTE: A protective coating of lubricating oil has been applied at the factory to guard against rust. Wipe down all components thoroughly.
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS ATTACH THE FENCE & FENCE BRACKET 2 3 2. Slide the fence and bracket assembly onto the dovetails of the support and the locking plate (Fig. 3 - 4). NOTE: You may need to loosen the fence sliding handle (Fig. 2 - 4) in order to align the dovetails. 3. Continue to slide the fence forward so that the fence is over the jointer’s table and the blade guard (Fig. 3 - 6) rests against the fence. The entire width of the cutterhead should still be covered by the blade guard.
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS INSTALL THE FILTER BAG Fig. 6 The filter bag is designed to provide dust collection for woodworking tools using the 2-1/2” diameter dust port. The filter bag operates as an easy, convenient sawdust collection and disposal system. To install: 1. Open the zipper on the bottom of the bag and place the spring (Fig. 6 - 1) inside of the filter bag spout (Fig. 6 - 2). The smaller end should come out of the spout first. 3 2.
OPERATION WARNING! Do not plug in or turn on the tool until it is fully assembled according on the instructions. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury. TOOL PURPOSE Jointing is a surfacing operation in which a small amount of wood is removed from the edges and faces of boards to smooth and straighten the surfaces. This allows the edges of two boards to fit together to form a seamless joint.
OPERATION MOVE THE FENCE Fig. 10 1. Before adjusting the fence’s angle, make sure that the unit is unplugged and the power switch is in the OFF position. 2. Loosen the fence sliding handle (Fig. 10 - 1). 3. Slide the fence to the desired position. The fence can be positioned over the blade so that only the desired width of the blade is exposed. Make sure the exposed width matches that of the workpiece. 1 4. Tighten the fence sliding handle so that the fence is secure.
OPERATION AVOID DAMAGE TO BLADES Jointers are a precision woodworking machine and should be used on quality lumber only. Do not join dirty boards; dirt and small stones are abrasive and will wear out the blades. For proper operation, it is preferable to use the jointer with a dust collection system attached to the exhaust port in the rear of the jointer. Attaching a dust collecting system is highly recommended when taking deeper cuts to prevent clogging of wood chips. Remove nails and staples.
OPERATION BEVEL AND CHAMFER Fig. 19 The fence on the jointer is adjustable from 45° inward to 45° outward. Adjust the fence to the desired angle and tighten the bevel handle. Beveling refers to cutting the entire edge of a board at an angle. Beveling may require several passes due to the depth of the cut needed. See Fig. 19. Chamfering refers to removing only the corner of the edge of a board. Normally a chamfer is made in one pass; so a 1/16-inch deep cut is made. See Fig. 19.
MAINTENANCE WARNING! To avoid accidents, turn OFF and unplug the tool from the electrical outlet before cleaning, adjusting, or performing any maintenance or lubrication work. WARNING! Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this tool may be hazardous. Servicing of the tool must be performed by a qualified technician. When servicing, use only identical WEN replacement parts. Use of other parts may be hazardous or induce product failure.
MAINTENANCE WARNING! To avoid cuts, wear cut-proof or cut-resistant gloves when performing maintenance work on the blades. Remove the gloves before operating the jointer. REPLACING BLADES 1. Make sure the switch is in the OFF position and that the cord is unplugged before replacing the blades (Fig. 21 - 3). Block the blade guard (Fig. 21 - 1) from closing using a scrap piece of 6-1/4-inch wood (Fig. 21 - 2) between the fence and the guard. Fig. 21 2 3 2.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING! Stop using the tool immediately if any of the following problems occur. Repairs and replacements should only be performed by an authorized technician. For any questions, please contact our customer service at 1-(800) 232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST or email us at techsupport@wenproducts.com. PROBLEM CAUSE Jointer is not plugged in. Plug jointer in. Wrong choice of extension cord. Choose proper size of extension cord. Defective switch. Motor does not start. Defective motor.
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WARRANTY STATEMENT WEN Products is committed to building tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality. LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES, LLC (“Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser only, that all WEN consumer power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship during personal use for a period of two (2) years used for professional or commercial use.
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