In this instructional video, Kent and Shawn from Grizzly guide viewers through the process of fine-tuning a dovetail-style jointer, focusing on the Grizzly G0654 6-inch jointer model. They emphasize the importance of checking and correcting table parallelism to ensure optimal performance. Here’s an overview of the key steps and tips they provide:
- Importance of Table Parallelism:
Ensures smooth, accurate cuts and consistent planing results. - Tools Needed:
Straight edge and feeler gauges for measuring parallelism. - Checking Parallelism:
Measure the parallelism between the cutter head and infeed table using the straight edge and feeler gauges.
Ensure the outfeed table is also parallel to the straight edge. - Adjusting Parallelism:
Add shims between the bearing blocks and the mount if adjustments are needed for the cutter head and infeed table.
Adjust the outfeed table height as necessary to align with the cutter head and straight edge. - Safety Tips:
Follow safety procedures throughout the process to avoid injury.
Regularly check and fine-tune your jointer for consistent, precise woodworking results.
Kent and Shawn stress the importance of careful measurements and adjustments, as well as the need to regularly maintain the jointer for optimal performance.
We trust you will find this video to be beneficial. Please feel free to reach out to us HERE if you have any questions on how to parallel your jointer.