Wen 6559, Manual

Page 1: ...gged trouble free performance Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation warnings and cautions If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose you will enjoy years of safe reliable service IMPORTANT MODEL 6559 6 INCH BENCHTOP JOINTER NEED HELP CONTACT US Have product questions Need technical support Please feel free to contact us at NOTICE Please refer to wenproducts com for th...

Page 2: ...23 SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 6559 Motor 120V 60 Hz 10A Cutterhead Rotation Speed 10 000 RPM Cuts Per Minute 20 000 CPM Max Cutting Width 6 1 8 in Max Cutting Depth 1 8 in Recommended Cutting Depth 1 32 in Number of Blades 2 Table Size 28 1 2 in x 6 1 4 in Fence Size 20 3 4 in x 4 1 4 in Dust Port Diameter 60 mm fits 2 1 2 in dust hose Fence Bevel 45 Product Dimensions 28 1 2 in x 20 in x 14 in W...

Page 3: ...ormation is not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur WEN reserves the right to change this product and specifications at any time without prior notice Keep this manual available to all users during the entire life of the tool and review it frequently to maximize safety for both yourself and others SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates danger warning or caution The safety sy...

Page 4: ...k 2 Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrig erators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded 3 Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord for carrying pulling or unplugging the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock...

Page 5: ...ny power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired 3 Disconnect the plug from the power source and or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing power tools Such preventive safety mea sures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally 4 Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and d...

Page 6: ...ke sure all adjustments are correct and all connections are tight Keep all guards in place Make sure all moving parts are free from interference 6 JOINTER ACCESSORIES Do not use blades or any accessories that are damaged or worn Replace blades as they become damaged or dull Make sure all blades and accessories are sharp enough for the task at hand before using them Make sure blades are aligned and...

Page 7: ... clean plastic parts Solvents could dissolve or otherwise dam age the material Use only a soft damp cloth to clean plastic parts 22 REPLACEMENTS Should any component of your jointer be missing damaged or fail in any way shut off the switch and remove the plug from power supply outlet Replace the missing damaged or failed parts using only identical replacement parts before resuming operation CALIFO...

Page 8: ...ding plug The plug MUST be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordi nances DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED If it will not fit the outlet have the proper outlet installed by a licensed electrician IMPROPER CONNECTION of the equipment grounding conductor can result in electric shock The conductor with the green insulation with...

Page 9: ...d or missing please contact our customer service at 800 232 1195 M F 8 5 CST or email us at techsupport wenproducts com PACKING LIST A Jointer B Fence C Fence Bracket Assembly D Fence Sliding Base E Spring F 4 mm Hex Wrench G Lock Handle H Flat Washer I Square Nut J Filter Bag K Dust Chute L Push Block M Push Stick A B C D E F H G I J K L M Outfeed Table Dust Port Blade Guard Power Switch Infeed A...

Page 10: ...ad screws Fig 4 2 from the jointer 2 Fix the fence sliding base Fig 4 1 to the jointer with the two screws that were removed in the previous step 3 Use the lock handle Fig 5 2 flat washer Fig 5 3 and square nut Fig 5 4 to fix the fence assembly Fig 5 1 to the fence sliding base Fig 4 1 INSTALL THE DUST CHUTE 1 2 2 1 1 2 NOTE You may need to loosen the nuts in order to get them into the T slots ASS...

Page 11: ...ng of the dust chute ADJUST THE INFEED TABLE The infeed table has been pre set from the factory to be level However if you find it is not level adjust it using the procedures below You will need A Phillips head screwdriver not included Hex wrenches M5 and smaller not included Instructions begin on the next page 1 2 3 4 Fig 8 Fig 7 1 NOTE You may need to adjust the bevel pointer Fig 8 5 to accurate...

Page 12: ...e an M3 hex wrench to adjust the set screws indicated by white arrows Figs 13 14 These set screws adjust the table s level 8 Adjust the set screws as necessary Tightening the set screws turning clockwise will cause the correspond ing side of the table to rise and loosening them turning counterclockwise will cause the corresponding side to Fig 12 drop Make sure to check the table for level in both ...

Page 13: ...he edges and faces of boards to smooth and straighten the surfaces This allows the edges from two boards to fit together to form a seamless joint Of course you probably already knew all that otherwise why would you have bought a jointer Planing refers to the sizing of lumber to a desired thickness while creating a level surface parallel to the opposite side of the board Depth of cut is the term us...

Page 14: ... the fence sliding handle Fig 17 1 3 Slide the fence to the desired position The fence can be posi tioned over the blade so that only the desired width of the blade is exposed Make sure the exposed width matches that of the workpiece 4 Tighten the fence sliding handle so that the fence is secure ADJUST THE BLADE HEIGHT The blades have been adjusted at the factory to assure proper operation and sho...

Page 15: ...h the grain whenever possible Fig 25 Do not feed against the end grain Fig 24 otherwise the workpiece may split and shatter If the nature of the workpiece requires you to joint against the grain take extremely light cuts and feed slowly When using long work pieces use extra supports at both ends of the jointer AVOID DAMAGE TO BLADES Jointers are a precision woodworking machine and should be used o...

Page 16: ...form properly at all depths of cuts up to 1 8 inch when using a dust collection system Fig 26 1 2 NOTE Make sure the jointer and dust collection system are on separate electrical circuits This will prevent circuits from overloading 1 Make sure the switch is in the OFF position and that the cord is unplugged before attaching the vacuum hose 2 Attach the dust collection hose to the dust port Fig 27 ...

Page 17: ...ound on wood that has varying density Raised edges will also be produced where the blades have been nicked Blades on this jointer should always replaced as a matched set Keeping a spare set of blades on hand is recommended Replacement blades can be ordered from wenproducts com 17 MAINTENANCE WARNING To avoid accidents turn OFF and unplug the tool from the electrical outlet before cleaning adjustin...

Page 18: ...til you have checked that the blade height is level and properly aligned 5 Adjust as required using a straight edge as described in Testing the Blade Height on p 14 of this manual Tighten the blade lock screws check the blade adjustment and make sure the blade is still level with the outfeed table Repeat this procedure to replace the other blade Remove the scrap wood and release the blade guard CL...

Page 19: ...ts Restricted air circulation due to dust accumulation Clean out the dust and restore normal air circulation Snipe gouging at end of boards Dull blades Replace or sharpen blades Inadequate support of long boards Support long boards Uneven feed Feed the workpiece at a consistent rate Poor dust extraction The belts are bad Replace the belts The cutterheads are not spinning The belts are bad Replace ...

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Page 21: ...8 Connection Plate 4 33 6559 033 Pin 4 34 6559 034 C clip Ø6 4 35 6560 040 Pin 4 36 6559 036 Socket Head Screw M5x10 8 No Part No Description Qty 37 6559 037 Lock Washer Ø5 8 38 6559 038 Connection Bracket 4 39 6559 039 Table Support Plate 1 40 6559 040 Set Screw M6x30 1 41 6559 041 Hex Nut M6 1 42 6560 047 Support Plate 1 43 6559 043 Flat Washer Ø5 2 44 6559 044 Lock Washer Ø5 2 45 6559 045 Socke...

Page 22: ...nk 1 105 6559 105 Pan Head Screw M4x8 1 106 6559 106 Flat Washer Ø4 107 6559 107 Pan Head Screw M5x10 2 No Part No Description Qty 108 6559 108 Connecting Bracket 1 109 6559 109 Cutting Depth Housing 1 110 6559 110 Spring 1 111 6559 111 Depth Gauge 1 112 6559 112 Serrated Washer Ø5 2 113 6559 113 Flat Washer Ø5 2 114 6559 114 Lock Washer Ø5 2 115 6559 115 Pan Head Screw M5x10 2 116 6559 116 Power ...

Page 23: ...must be prepaid by the purchaser The product must be shipped in its original container or an equivalent properly packed to withstand the hazards of shipment The product must be fully insured with a copy of the warranty card and or the proof of purchase enclosed There must also be a description of the problem in order to help our repairs department diagnose and fix the issue Repairs will be made an...

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