Delta JT160 Instruction Manual

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10Fig. 9Fig. 10Fig. 11Fig. 123. Insert a M6x1x16mm button head screw (G) Fig. 9 through fence tilting bracket (H) and thread a M6x1 square nut(J) onto

11Fig. 15Fig. 16CUTTERHEAD LOCKAssemble cutterhead lock (A) Fig. 15 to the front side of the jointer base, using the M6x1x12mm button head screw(B).NO

VARIABLE SPEED CONTROLYour jointer is supplied with variable speed control (A)Fig. 23A that enables you to operate the machine atcutterhead speeds bet

13DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENTThe jointer can be set to cut any depth from a very thinshaving to 1/8" deep. A dual English/Metric scale (A)Fig. 24, an

14ADJUSTING KNIVESWhen it becomes necessary to adjust the knives due to replacement or wear:THE KNIVES ARE SHARP.DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE.

156. If the knives are set too low, the result will be asshown in Fig. 32, and the finished surface will becurved.7. If the knives are set too high, t

The following directions will give the beginner a start on jointer operations. Use scrap pieces of lumber to check thesettings and to get the feel of

17PLANING WARPED PIECESIf the wood to be planed is dished or warped, take lightcuts until the surface is flat. Avoid forcing such materialdown against

18Fig. 44Fig. 45BELT REPLACEMENTWhen it becomes necessary to replace the belt on yourjointer:DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWERSOURCE.1. Remove screw (A) F

19A complete line of accessories is available from your Delta Supplier, Porter-Cable • Delta Factory Service Centers,and Delta Authorized Service Stat

2TABLE OF CONTENTSRead and understand all warnings and operating instructions before using any tool or equipment. Whenusing tools or equipment, basic

20Two Year Limited New Product WarrantyDelta will repair or replace, at its expense and at its option, any new Delta machine, machine part, or machine

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3Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.Indicates a potentially hazardous situation

41. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ THE INSTRUCTIONMANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE.Learning the machine’s application, limitations, andspecific hazards

5ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR JOINTERS1. DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE until it iscompletely assembled and installed according to theinstructions. A mach

6A separate electrical circuit should be used for your machines. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and shouldbe protected with a 20 Amp ti

7EXTENSION CORDSUse proper extension cords. Make sureyour extension cord is in good condition and is a 3-wireextension cord which has a 3-prong ground

8CARTON CONTENTS1. Jointer2. Fence3. Cutterhead Guard4. Fence Sliding Bracket5. Fence Mounting Bracket1235467 8910121113146. Push Blocks - (2)7. M8 Fl

9ASSEMBLYASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED ASSEMBLY TIME ESTIMATE - 30 minutesFOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, DO NOT CONNECT THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE UNTIL THEMACHI