Craftex CT201 User manual

CT200 & CT201
6” & 8” JOINTERS
With SPIRAL CUTTER-HEADS

INDEX
General Safety Instructions...............................................................3
Specific Safety Instructions...............................................................4
CT200-6" Jointer Features................................................................5
CT201-8" Jointer Features................................................................6
Physical Features..............................................................................7
Proper Grounding..............................................................................8
Setup................................................................................................9
Un-packing........................................................................................9
Assembly.......................................................................................10
Mobile Base ....................................................................................10
Installing Jointer to the Stand..........................................................10
Extension Table ..............................................................................11
Fence..............................................................................................11
Tilt Knob and Fence Lock Handle...................................................12
Cutter-Head Guard..........................................................................12
Dust-Hood.......................................................................................13
Pedestal Switch...............................................................................13
V-Belt..............................................................................................13
Operations & Adjustments...........................................................14
Basic Controls.................................................................................14
Test Run .........................................................................................14
Surface Planing...............................................................................15
Edge Jointing ..................................................................................15
Bevel Cutting...................................................................................16
Inspecting the Cutter-Head.............................................................17
Adjusting / Replacing Carbide Inserts.............................................17
Table Parallelism.............................................................................18
Setting Out-Feed Table Height .......................................................19
Setting In-Feed Table Height ..........................................................19
Parts Breakdown & Lists..............................................................20
CT200 Parts Breakdown............................................................20-21
CT201 Parts Breakdown............................................................22-23
CT200-6" Parts List...............................................................24-25-26
CT201-8" Parts List..........................................................27-28-29-30
Warranty ........................................................................................31
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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Extreme caution should be used when operating all power tools. Know your
power tool, be familiar with its operation, read through the owner’s manual and
practice safe usage procedure at all times.
¾CONNECT your machine ONLY to
the matched and specific power
source.
¾ALWAYS wear safety glasses
respirators, hearing protection
and safety shoes, when operating
your machine.
¾DO NOT wear loose clothing or
jewelry when operating your
machine.
¾A safe environment is important.
Keep the area free of dust, dirt
and other debris in the immediate
vicinity of your machine.
¾DISCONNECT the power source
when changing drill bits, hollow
chisels, router bits, shaper heads,
blades, knives or making other
adjustments or repairs.
¾ALWAYS keep all safety guards in
place and ensure their proper
function.
¾NEVER reach over the table when
the tool is in operation.
¾ALWAYS keep blades, knives and
bits sharpened and properly
aligned.
¾NEVER leave a tool unattended
while it is in operation.
¾BE ALERT! DO NOT use
prescription or other drugs that
may affect your ability or
judgment to safely use your
machine.
¾ALWAYS use push sticks and
feather boards to safely feed your
work through the machine.
¾ALWAYS make sure that any tools
used for adjustments are removed
before operating the machine.
¾Always keep the bystanders
safely away while the machine is
in operation.
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CT200-6” & CT201-8” Jointers
Specific Safety Instructions
¾Always lock the mobile base
before operating the machine.
¾IF you are not familiar with the
operations of a jointer, you should
obtain the advice and/or
instructions from a qualified
professional.
¾Always use push blocks when
jointing stock that does not
provide a reasonable distance of
safety for your hands.
¾Never make cuts deeper than 1/8” in
a single pass to prevent
overloading the machine and to
prevent dangerous kickback.
¾Always make adjustments with
the power OFF.
¾Maintain the proper relationship of
in-feed and out-feed table surfaces
and the cutter head knife path.
¾All operations must be performed
with the guards in place to ensure
safety.
¾Never back your workpiece into the
spinning cutterhead..
¾Never allow your hands to pass
directly over the cutter head.
¾Always make sure that the
exposed cutter head behind the
fence is guarded particularly when
jointing near the leading edge
such as in rabbetting.
¾Always inspect your stock before
feeding it over the cutterhead.
IMPORTANT: The safety instructions given above can not be complete because the
environment in every shop is different. Always consider safety first as it applies to
your individual working conditions.
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JOINTER
FEATURES
MODEL CT200-6” JOINTER WITH SPIRAL CUTTERHEAD
As part of the growing line of Craftex woodworking equipment, we are proud to offer the CT200-
6” Jointer with Spiral Cutter-Head. The Craftex name guarantees Craft Excellence. By following
the instructions and procedures laid out in this owner’s manual, you will receive years of
excellent service and satisfaction. The CT200 is a professional tool and like all power tools,
proper care and safety procedures should be adhered to.
Motor: 1 1/2 HP, 110/220 Volts, Single Phase, 15/7.5 Amps
3 ‘V’ Belts Drive.
Max. Depth of Cut – 1/8”
Max. Width of Cut – 6”
Cutter-Head Type: Spiral Cutter-Head with German Made Carbide Inserts
Cutter Head Speed: 4,850 RPM
Number of Carbide Inserts: 32
Cuts per Minute – 19,400
Table Size: 6” Width, 55 1/2 Length and Height (from floor) 32 1/2"
Die Cast Metal Cutter-Head Guard
All Ball Bearing and Cast-Iron Construction
Shielded and Lubricated Ball Bearings
Parallelogram Table Adjustment
Precision Ground Cast Iron In-feed and Out-feed
Powder Coated Body
Fence Stops: 45°,90°, 135°
Mobile Base with Locking Foot Pedal
Includes: Push Blocks and Knife Setting Jig
4” Dust Hood is included
Noise Level: Approx. 82dB
First Carton Size: 29” L x 18” W x 28” H
Second Carton Size: 62” L x 21” W x 14” H
Net Weight: 325 lbs
Warranty – 2 YEARS
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JOINTER
FEATURES
MODEL CT201-8” JOINTER WITH SPIRAL CUTTERHEAD
As part of the growing line of Craftex woodworking equipment, we are proud to offer the CT201-
8” Jointer with Spiral Cutterhead. The Craftex name guarantees Craft Excellence. By following
the instructions and procedures laid out in this owner’s manual, you will receive years of
excellent service and satisfaction. The CT201 is a professional tool and like all power tools,
proper care and safety procedures should be adhered to.
Motor: 1-1/2 HP, 220 Volts, Single Phase, 15 Amps
3 ‘V’ Belts Drive.
Max. Depth of Cut – 1/8”
Max. Width of Cut – 8”
Cutter-Head Type: Spiral Cutter-Head with German Made Carbide Inserts
Cutter Head Speed: 5,350 RPM
Number of Carbide Inserts: 40
Cuts per Minute – 21,400
Table Size: 8” Width, 76-3/8” Length and Height (from floor) 32-5/8”
Fence Size: 1 1/4” Width, 36” Length, 5” Height, 45°, 90° and 135° Stops
Die Cast Metal Cutter-Head Guard
All Ball Bearing and Cast-Iron Construction
Shielded and Lubricated Ball Bearings
Precision Ground Cast Iron In-feed and Out-feed
Parallelogram Beds
Powder Coated Body
Mobile Base with Locking Foot Pedal
4” Dust Hood is included
First Carton Size: 81 1/2” L x 25 1/2” W x 12 1/2” H
Second Carton Size: 38” L x 18” W x 27 1/2” H
Net Weight: 510 lbs
Warranty – 2 YEARS
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PHYSICAL FEATURES
Mobile
Base
Out-feed
Table
Lock
Out-Feed
Table
Adjustment
Lever
4” Dust Hood
ON/OFF Switch
Fence Tilt Knob
Fence Tilt Lock
Out-Feed
Table
Fence
Fence
Lock
Cutter-Head
Guard
Depth
Scale
Out-Feed
Table
Adjustment
Lever
In-Feed
Table
Lock
In-Feed
Table
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Proper Grounding
e machine is pre-wired to be used with a
0-volt (CT200) or 240-volts (CT201)
wer supply. Ensure the cord is plugged
to a grounded power outlet.
To prevent possible electrical hazards, have
a qualified electrician ensure that the line is
properly wired.
120-Volts Power Outlet for CT200
240-Power Outlet for CT201
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IMPORTANT
Do not connect the machine to the
p
ower source before the setup process.
If you fail to do so, serious personal
injury may occur.
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SETUP
ssi tion
of your eyes both of you need to have
safety glasses. The unpainted surfaces
of the jointer are coated with rust
prevention waxy oil and you will want to
remove this before you begin assembly.
Use a solvent cleaner that will not
damage painted surfaces.
cutter-head, in-feed and out-feed tables,
and the fence before assembly and
operation.
Unpacking
The CT200 is properly packaged in 2
boxes and CT201 is in a wooden crate
for safe transportation. When unpacking,
carefully inspect the crate and ensure
that nothing has been damaged during
transit. Open the crate/boxes and check
that the machine is in a good condition.
The machine is heavy and you should
use a fork truck or get assistance to
move the machine for safe moving
method. You should also clean the
To setup the machine you need an
a stant to help you. For the protec
T200/CT201 is a heavy mCachine. Do
ot over-exert yourself. For safe movingn
method get the help of assistant.
When setting up your machine, you will
want to find an ideal spot where your
jointer will most likely be positioned most
of the time. Consider your complete work
environment as well as working
comfortable with the jointer before
placing your machine in the ideal spot.
CT200 CT201
Minimum work space for the jointer
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Installing the Mobile Base
base of your jointer
ou need to lay the stand on its side so
that you can have access to the
nderneath of the stand. Now take the
k the mobile
ase in the place by lifting the foot pedal
p. When you are ready to move your
achine again, it is recommended that
ou use the in-feed table as leverage
hen operating the foot pedal so that you
o not hurt your back (the machine is
heavy, so a strong rigid mobile base has
To install the mobile
y
u
wheel and install the wheel to the stand
with the help of washers and bolts
provided. (See Figure 1)
Figure 1: Installing Mobile Base
The mobile base of your machine should
now be installed and ready to use. You
can now turn the stand back on the
ground. Once the stand is sitting back on
solid ground, you can loc
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y
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been provided).
Installing the Jointer bed to the
Stand
Once the stand assembly of your jointer
is on the ground, now it is time to install
he jointer bt ed to the stand. Take the
inter bed out of the packaging and get
e help of assistance to lift it onto the
align the mounting holes on the jointer to
the stand and take the washer
screws to secure the jo
(See Figure 2)
Fig d
ASSEMBLY
jo
th
stand. Once the jointer is on the stand,
s and cap
inter to the stand.
IMPORTANT for later on.....
Always keep the mobile base of your
machine locked while doing anyf
cutting operation.
ure 2: Installing the jointer to the stan
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