Setting Up and Using the C2316 Reversible Stile and Rail Set

Preparation

1. Safety first: Disconnect the shaper from the power source.
2. Align fences: Ensure the fence faces are parallel to the miter slot.

Setting Up for Stiles

3. Assemble cutters: Place the profile cutter, followed by the flat cutter and bearing onto the spindle, making sure the cutters face to the right. Secure with spindle nuts.
4. Adjust height: Lower the spindle until only the bearing is visible, then align the fence faces with the guide bearing edge.
5. Set cutter height: Raise the spindle so the flat cutter is 1/8 to 3/16 inch below the stile material.
6. Lock spindle: Secure the spindle at the desired height.

Making the First Cut

7. Position material: Place the material against the fence with the final showing side down.
8. Turn on shaper: Engage the power switch.
9. Feed material: Use push blocks to guide the material steadily through the cutter.
10. Turn off shaper: Disengage the power switch.
11. Inspect cut: Examine the cut to ensure correct cutter height. Adjust as needed.

Cutting Stiles

12. Cut production pieces: Once satisfied with the test cut, process the remaining stile material.
13. Lock spindle: Secure the spindle after each cut.

Setting Up for Rails

14. Disassemble cutters: Remove the bearing, flat cutter, and profile cutter from the spindle.
15. Reassemble cutters: Reassemble the cutters in the order of flat cutter, bearing, and profile cutter.
16. Secure cutters: Tighten the spindle nuts to secure the cutters.
17. Adjust height: Raise or lower the spindle until the top of the flat cutter aligns with the bottom of the slot in the profile.
18. Square miter gauge: Ensure the miter gauge is at a 90-degree angle to the fence.

Cutting Rails

19. Support workpiece: Use a backing board against the miter gauge to prevent tear-out.
20. Position workpiece: Place the workpiece against the backing board and fence.
21. Turn on shaper: Engage the power switch.
22. Feed workpiece: Feed the workpiece through the cutter while holding it firmly against the miter gauge.
23. Turn off shaper: Disengage the power switch.

Checking and Adjusting Fit

24. Test fit: Assemble a stile and rail to check the fit.
25. Adjust as needed: Add shims if necessary to tighten the fit. Check for flush top and bottom edges.
26. Continue cutting: Once satisfied with the fit, proceed with cutting the remaining rail ends.

Safety Reminders

• Always disconnect the shaper from power before making adjustments.
• Use push blocks to maintain control of the workpiece.
• Wear appropriate safety gear, including eye and hearing protection.
• Follow instructions in your machine's owner’s manual.

You can also follow along with the video below.

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