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VARI-FEED OPERATIONAL TIPS
The main control must be on to operate the Vari Feed motor. The Vari Feed toggle
switch must be on. Always turn of the Vari-Feed toggle switch after you have
pushed the “E” Stop button. You could overload the control by starting both at the
same time. The speed control knob controls the speed of the feed rollers.
The stock feed rate is approximately from 0 to 19 fpm (feet per minute), depending on
where the knob is set. Higher rates of feed are only recommended for lighter depths of
cuts. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the feed rate.
When the dial is in the 9 o’clock position the feed speed is approximately 4 fpm.
At the 12 o’clock position = approximately 6 fpm
At the 3 o’clock position = approximately 14 fpm
At the full to the right position = approximately 19 fpm
Always remember to set your stock rate prior to entering the stock into the machine.
The feed rate may be changed during the cut.
The vari-feed option allows for high feed rates on relief cuts on the backside of casings.
The vari-feed multi-pass combination provides the versatility of slow feed rates on deep
hardwood profiles making possible two or three passes to finish.
On deep and wide profiles you can now raise the knife for a partial profile cut and enter
the stock very slowly, while engaging the butt into the knife gently, letting stock move
under the out-feed roller before engaging a higher feed rate. This reduces the
incidence of a large chip out, a chatter mark or snipe on the first few inches of your
stock. You have the same advantages exiting the cut.
As the grain structure changes throughout the cut you can vary the stock feed rate to
reduce the possibility of chip outs and spoilage of your piece of stock.
Before starting the machine first familiarize yourself with the rest of this “Owners
Manual”.
It is very important to safely operate the machine as outlined in this “Owners
Manual”. Operate the machine only within the described design intent.
