How To Use A Jointer Safely

How to use a jointer planer safely written by natalie p.

How to use a jointer safely. Take at least half of the cup out of warped boards on your jointer. To do it first flatten the concave side by face jointing. Planers have fast spinning drums with exceedingly sharp blades and jointers should be treated with extra caution. In this video i show you how to use a jointer safely by covering the placement of guards how to setup and operate the machine and what to watch out for.

Keep hands well clear of the spinning knives. Then remove the convex side of the warp by running it through your planer with the new flat side down. As shown in drawing c a shop altered pushblock helps get the job done safely. George vondriska provides simple instruction on how to safely operate a jointer.

Use eye and ear protection. I also show how to use it properly by. Never wear loose clothing or anything around your neck like a dangling pair of spectacles when operating a jointer. A woodworkers guild of america wwgoa original video.

Every jointer has a capacity limit based on its beds dimensions. If this tool is not set up correctly it is possible to waste a lot of time and wood in trying to get flat even edges. A jointer is a great tool for creating smooth edges on your boards but it can also be a dangerous to use. To ensure safe operation it is advised that you set a lower limit for the board size that you want to run through the jointer.

A jointer is a stationary woodworking tool that makes flat squared edges on boards. Learn how to use a jointer effectively and safely. How to use a wood jointer safely.