11
adjusting the height of the fence
It is necessary to adjust the height of the fence to cater for different sized
workpieces. The height should correspond to half of the material thickness of the
workpiece taking into account the width of the blade. The groove for the biscuit
should always be in the middle of the workpiece, unless you are joining thick
workpieces, where multiple adjacent biscuit joins are sometimes used.
The procedure for setting the height of the fence is outlined
below:
Loosen the height locking knob (8) (rotate anti-
1.
clockwise) and slide the fence (7) up or down using
both hands. (Fig. 12)
Adjust the fence (7) to the desired height with the aid
2.
of the height adjustment scale (10). (Fig. 13)
Retighten the height locking knob (8) securely by rotating it clockwise.
3.
Perform a visual check to ensure the centre of the blade lines up with the
4.
centreline you marked on the face of the workpiece. If it does not line up,
repeat steps 1-3 until the height is adjusted accurately.
note:
The indicator on the height adjustment scale (10) measures the distance
between the face of the fence (7) and the centre of the blade.
note:
After completing this operation, double check the cutting angle to ensure the
face of the fence (7) is flush with the workpiece.
preparation & Set-up
Fig. 13
Fig. 12
making a cut
Unplug your biscuit joiner
note:
Please follow preparation and setup instructions (page 8-11) relating to
setting the height, angle and depth of your biscuit joiner for your specific application
prior to completing this operation.
caution:
ensure the joiner’s plunge is moving freely along its rails before
switching on your biscuit joiner.
caution: check the disc carefully for cracks or damage before operation.
replace cracked or damaged discs immediately.
WarninG!
Failure to unplug your biscuit joiner could result in accidental
starting causing possible serious personal injury.
