Powermatic PJ1696 Jointer

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Powermatic 16" Jointer
Jointing a board
General Info
Make Powermatic
Model PJ1696
Serial Unknown
Specs
Manual Jointer User Manual
Asylum Info
Location Wood Shop
Rubric
Training
Testing
Restrictions red


This is a RED tool. Training and tool-testing are required.

Use For

Wooden boards only

Length > 8 inches

Width > 3/4"

Wood with uneven grain requires special care.

Do Not Use For

Fiberboard

Plastics

Composites

Metals

Warning Safety glasses Eye protection required!


Safety Notes

Personal:

Jointer 3 inch
Don't chop off your fingers!
Headphones goggles.png
  • Eye protection required
  • Hearing protection recommended
  • No loose clothing or jewelry, roll up sleeves above the elbows.
  • Tie up or cover long hair
  • Closed-toe shoes with good traction.

Tool:

  • Make sure guards are in place and working well.
  • Switch on Dust Collector: Coral free-standing 2-filter between 1696 Jointer and 201 Planer
  • Keep hands at least 3 inches away from the blades at all times.
  • Don't cut wood less than 8" long, 3/4" wide or 1/4" thick.
Jointer hand choreography
Shift hands during cut. MAINTAIN PRESSURE ON THE WORKPIECE.
  • For wood less than 12" long, 3" wide and 3" thick, a hold-down or push block is required
  • Never apply pressure to stock directly above the cutter head. This can lead to the stock tipping into the cutter.
  • Wood grain must run in the direction of the cutting.
  • Never make cuts greater then 1/8" deep
  • Do NOT wear gloves