JessEm Tool Mite-R-Slide 06001 User manual

Mite SlideR
User Manual
Model #06001
Thank you for choosing this product from
JessEm Tool Company. We appreciate your
support and hope that our product serves you
well. This product is designed to provide
many years of reliable service provided it is
used as intended and taken care of.
This user manual will assist you in assembly
and general operation of this product. It is
not our intent to teach you about
woodworking. It is assumed that you are an
experienced woodworker with the basic skills
and experience necessary to use this product
safely. If after reading the following
instructions, if you are unsure or
uncomfortable about safely using this
product we urge you to seek additional
information through widely available
woodworking books or classes.
As part of our Continuous Product
Improvement Policy, JessEm products are
always advancing in design and function.
Therefore there may be differences between
what is shown in our catalogs, website or at
retail display and what is sold at time of
purchase. We reserve the right to make
positive changes to our products at our
discretion.
Suggested Router Bit Speeds
Bit Diameter Max. Speed
1” (25mm) 24,000 RPM
1-1/4” - 2” (30-50mm) 18,000 RPM
2-1/4” - 2-1/2” (55-65mm) 16,000 RPM
3” - 3-1/2” (75-90mm) 12,000 RPM
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IMPORTANT!
Read and understand the contents of
this manual before assembly or
operation of this product.
The Mite-R-Slide is designed to fit
the JessEm Mast-R-Fence only.
We do not recommend or support the
application of our Mite-R-Slide to other
commercial or custom made fences and
therefore will not commit to resolving any
issues for applications other than our
Mast-R-Fence model #04001.
24416
RTD10000136AA
Note: Rockler may not carry all products and/or sizes listed in this vendor's publication

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
!Before operating any machinery or
power tool, read and understand all
safety instructions in the owner’s
manual for the tool or machine.
!If you do not have a manual, contact
the manufacturer and obtain one
before using any tool or machine.
!Always wear eye protection in
compliance with ANSI safety
standards when operating any power
tools or machinery.
!Always use proper guards and safety
devices when operating power tools
and machinery.
!Carefully check router bits before
each use. Do not use if damage or
defect is suspected.
!Do not exceed the recommended
RPM for any router bit.
!Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry
that may catch on tools, machinery or
equipment.
!Unplug the tool or machine when
mounting or making any adjustments
to mechanical performance.
ROUTING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
!Always make sure the fence on your
router table is locked firmly into
position before each use.
!Never force the bit or overload the
router beyond the expectations of the
tool.
!Be sure that at least 3/4 of the shank
length is inserted securely in the
router collet.
!Never bottom out the bit in the collet.
Allow 1/8” clearance between
bottom of shank and bottom of collet.
!Always rout in two or more passes
when large amounts of stock must be
removed.
!Use reduced RPM speeds for larger
diameter router bits.
JESSEM TOOL LIMITED WARRANTY
All JessEm products are warranted to be free
from defects in material and workmanship.
JessEm will repair or replace any product which
upon inspection proves to be defective for a
period of (1) year from dated receipt and proof
of purchase. All warranty claims should be
made direct to JessEm Tool Company. Contact
JessEm for a warranty claim return authorization
and instructions to proceed. The consumer is
responsible for shipping costs to return product
to JessEm Tool Company. We will repair or
replace the product at our discretion and
JessEm Tool will return shipment to you at no
charge.
WARRANTY LIMITATIONS
This warranty does not cover:
!Repairs or alterations made or attempted by
anyone other than JessEm Tool Company or
an authorized JessEm service professional.
!Normal wear and tear
!Abuse, misuse or neglect.
!Improper care or maintenance.
!Continued use after partial failure.
!Products that have been modified in any way.
!Products used with improper accessories.
!Premature thread wear due to adjusting
height with electric or cordless drill.
IMPORTANT RECOMMENDATIONS FOR
USING YOUR JESSEM MITE-R-SLIDE
The Sub-Fence (or white face) on the
Miter Fence is made of solid phenolic.
Phenolic is a synthetic material offering
superior strength and stability. We
recommend that you do not cut into the
phenolic sub-fence as the material is
very hard and abrasive to carbide
cutting tools.
It is best to remove the phenolic sub-
fence and use it as a template to create
your own sacrificial sub-fences from
MDF or Plywood. Working with a
sacrificial backer board will help reduce
chipping or tear-out of the wood fibers
on the back end of the workpiece.
Make sure the under carriage of the
Mite-R-Slide will clear the cutter and
all knobs are tightened and secure
before each use.

MITE-R-SLIDE PARTS DIAGRAM
ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION QTY.
1 F0004 1/4” x 20 x 1” Socket Cap Screw 10
2 F0037 1/4” Flat Washer 10
3 S0014 Fence Clamping Spacers 3
4 F0007 1/4” x 20 x 1-1/4” Socket Cap Screw 4
5 S0005-7 Tapped Mounting Block 2
6 F0028 1/4”-20 Square Nuts 8
(6 PCS. #F0028 IN PARTS BAG)
7 E0061-2 Fence Clamping Bracket-Large 1
8 E0061-1 Fence Clamping Bracket-Small 1
9 F0001 1/4”-20 x 3/4” Flat Head Cap Screw 2
10 M0054-4 Phenolic Sub-Fence 1
11 S0014 3/4” x 1-1/2” Fence T-Nut 2
12 S0013-1 Chrome Plated Steel Shaft 1
13 S005-4 Miter Fence Mounting Bar 1
14 E0056 Miter Fence 1
15 S0010-4 Fence Adjustment Knob (Brass) 2
13
14
12
17
16
5
4
1
9
2
3
8
7
6
10 11
2
5
6
11
18
19
23
20
15
22
21
25
26
27 28
29
30
24
4
1
1
28
31
2
29
1
ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION QTY.
16 E0059-1 Miter Gauge Top Plate 1
17 E0059-2 Miter Gauge Base Plate 1
18 F0001 1/4”-20 x 3/4” Flat Head Cap Screw 5
19 F0108 6/32 x 3/8” Socket Head Cap Screw 2
20 F0107 #6 Flat Washer 2
21 S0015-1 Detents On/Off Switch 1
22 S0017 Detent Track 1
23 S0016 Detent Gauge 1
24 S0010-3 Brass Washer 1
25 E0054-2 Knurled Handle 1
26 E0069-1 Miter Gauge Upright Bracket 1
27 E0062-1 Bearing Tube Mounting Bracket 2
28 F0109 6/32-1/4” Cup Point Set Screw 4
29 E0001-11 Shaft Mounting Bracket 2
30 F0096 3/4” O-Ring 2
31 E0054-3 Bearing Tube 2
Indicates Items In Separate Parts Bag Needed For Assembly
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ASSEMBLING THE MITER GAUGE
1. Remove the 3/8” shipping bolt from the
miter gauge (Fig. 1).
2. Install the 1” brass washer (from the parts
bag) over the stud on the miter gauge
knurled handle and thread the handle with
the washer into the assembly and lightly
tighten (Fig. 2).
3. Take the Miter Fence Mounting Bar (Item
13 on the parts diagram - page 3) and slide
it in between the miter gauge top plate and
the gauge base plate until the 1/4” threaded
holes line up. (Fig. 3)
FIG. 1
FIG. 2
FIG. 3
4. Assemble the two brass fence
adjustment knobs (from the parts bag)
through the top of the Miter Gauge and into
the threaded holes in the fence mounting
bar. Start the knobs into the holes two to
three turns only (Fig. 4).
FIG. 4
5. Now attach the fence to the gauge
assembly by sliding the fence clamping bar
into the matching slot machined into the
fence extrusion (Fig. 5). Center the miter
gauge assembly to the fence extrusion and
lightly tighten the two brass fence
adjustment knobs.
FIG. 5

MOUNTING THE MITER GAUGE TO THE BAR
6. You must now mount the miter gauge
assembly to the bearing tube mounting
brackets on the shaft. From the parts bag
take four of the 1/4-20 x 1” cap screws and
attach the miter gauge assembly to the
miter gauge upright bracket (Fig. 6).
FIG. 6
MOUNTING THE MITE-R-SLIDE ASSEMBLY
7. Using two of the 1/4”-20 x 1-1/4” cap
screws and two 1/4” flat washers attach
each of the large and small fence clamping
brackets (Items 7 & 8 on the parts diagram -
page 3) to each end of the shaft using the
3/4” x 1-1/4” tapped mounting blocks. Now
position the Mite-R-Slide resting against the
Mast-R-Fence (Fig. 7). Position the Mite-R-
Slide assembly so the sub-fence on the miter
fence backs up to the edge of the table top
(Fig. 8) for maximum cross cutting capacity.
8. Using the 1/4”-20 square nuts from the
parts bag, slide the square nuts into the
two T-slots on the back of the fence. You
will need 4 nuts for the large clamping
bracket and two nuts for the small bracket
on the opposite end of the shaft (Fig. 9).
9. Align the square nuts with the slots in
each of the large and small fence clamping
brackets (Fig. 10) - Large bracket shown.
FIG. 7
FIG. 9
FIG. 10
10-A. Once you have the square nuts
aligned, attach the large clamping bracket to
the fence with four of the 1/4” - 20 x 1” cap
screws, four washers and two spacer blocks
(Fig. 11). DO NOT TIGHTEN HARDWARE AS
FINE ADJUSTMENTS NEED TO BE MADE.
FIG. 11
FIG. 8

10-B. As in steps 8 thru 10 use the same
hardware to attach the small clamping
bracket at the other end of the shaft (Fig. 11).
DO NOT TIGHTEN HARDWARE AS FINE
ADJUSTMENTS NEED TO BE MADE.
FIG. 12
11. The Mite-R-Slide should now be attached
to your Mast-R-Fence with a loose fit (Fig. 13).
To begin final adjustments check to make
sure the shaft is running parallel to the Mast-
R-Fence. You can sight down the length of the
fence from above the shaft to see if the shaft
is aligned with the fence. Adjust the shaft if
necessary and lightly tighten the cap screws
on top of each end bracket on the shaft.
12. Make sure the miter gauge bracket and
the miter fence are not riding against the
Mast-R-Fence. There should not be any
contact with the face of the Mast-R-Fence. If
you need to adjust the miter fence loosen the
two brass knobs on the miter gauge and
slide the fence over. Re-tighten the knobs
when complete (Fig. 14 & 15). If the miter
gauge bracket contacts the Mast-R-Fence re-
adjust the shaft assembly forward.
FIG. 15
FIG. 13
FIG. 14
13. Now adjust the shaft so that it is level
from end to end. First make sure the cap
screws on the large and small clamping
brackets on the back of the fence are loose
enough to allow some movement (Fig. 16
shows large bracket). Now slide the miter
gauge on the shaft to it’s most forward
position and snug up the two cap screws on
the small fence clamping bracket. Then slide
the miter gauge back to it’s most rearward
position and snug up the four cap screws on
the large fence clamping bracket (Fig. 16).
Check the slide for a smooth action. If not
smooth slightly loosen all cap screws to
release any possible torque in the shaft. Re-
tighten cap screws and check for a smooth
sliding action. If necessary re-check the shaft
for parallel and repeat steps 11 thru 13.
ADJUSTING THE GAUGE FOR SQUARE
14. Turn the detent switch to the off position
(Fig. 17) and loosen the large knurled handle
on the miter gauge. With a square, align your
Mite-R-Slide Fence so that it is 90 degrees to
the Mast-R-Fence and tighten the miter
gauge handle to lock the position.
FIG. 16
FIG. 17

FIG. 18
FIG. 19
15. Check your scales on the gauge and the
brass detent to see if they are lined up to the
zero position. If they are not you will need to
zero the scales.
16. If your gauge is not zeroed roll the miter
gauge assembly up over the guide shaft
(Fig. 18). There are machined recesses along
the top edge of the mounting bracket for the
miter gauge to rest in an upside down
position when not in use.
17. Using a 7/64” hex key, loosen the two
cap screws that hold the detent mechanism
in place - NOT TOO LOOSE THAT THE SCREWS
FALL OUT (Fig. 19).
Then flip the miter gauge upside down again.
Using a 7/32” hex key tighten securely the two
cap screws. Flip the gauge upright again and
check the zero alignment. Repeat if necessary.
FIG. 20
SQUARING THE FENCE TO THE TABLE TOP
19. The top of the bearing tube bracket on
the shaft has tapped holes with a set screw in
the outer left and outer right holes. These are
used to square the miter fence to the table
surface (Fig. 21).
FIG. 21
Miter Gauge
Sub-Fence
Table
Top
90
FIG. 22
20. Check to see if the miter fence is square
to the table top (Fig. 22). If not you will need
to make the following adjustment (Fig. 21).
Loosen the two cap screws on the upright
miter gauge bracket (Item 26 on the parts
diagram page 3). Now loosen the cap screws
on both bearing tube brackets (Item 27 on
the parts diagram). To tip the fence forward
turn the far left set screw until it bottoms
out. Then loosen the left cap screw until it
torques or 1/4 turn. Then turn the set screw
clockwise again until it bottoms out. Check
for square and repeat if necessary. When the
fence is square, tighten all cap screws again.
To tip the fence back - make the same
adjustments but adjust the right side set
screw instead of the left. Adjust the set
screw on the left side bearing tube bracket to
tilt forward, adjust the right side to tilt back.
18. Flip the miter gauge assembly back to
it’s upright position and align the zero
indicators. Then without moving the scale
finger tighten the two cap screws enough to
hold the position (Fig. 20).

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