Oliver 4235 User manual

Jointer
Model 4235
Owner’s Manual
For Models Manufactured Since 05/2019
175370
Oliver Machinery
1-800-559-5065
921 Thomas Ave SW,
Renton, WA 98057
[email protected]
WWW.OLIVERMACHINERY.NET
Stock Number: 4235.201
Manual Version: 2.0.0

PROP 65 NOTICE
WARNING: Drilling, sawing, sanding, or machining wood products can expose you to wood dust,
and/or other chemicals that are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
•Lead from lead-based paints.
•Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and other masonry products.
•Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
Avoid inhaling wood dust and other harmful chemicals. Use a dust mask and/or other safety
devices for personal protection.
For more information go to http://www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/wood
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO ASSEMBLE OR OPERATE THE MACHINE.
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND THINK SAFETY!
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THIS MACHINE. SUCH RESPONSIBILITY INCLUDES BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
•PROPER ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND RELOCATION OF
THE MACHINE.
•PROPER TRAINING FOR THE OPERATORS AND ENSURES THIS MANUAL IS AVAILABLE
AT ALL TIMES.
•USAGE AUTHORIZATION.
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Table of Contents
Introduction············································· 5
Specifications ·········································· 6
Identification ··········································· 9
Safety·····················································11
General Safety Guidelines·························11
Safety Guidelines Specific to Jointer··········12
Electricals ···············································14
Minimum Circuit Size Required for Model
4235 Jointer ·············································14
Grounding················································14
Electrical Wiring ·······································14
Setup······················································16
Shop Preparation······································16
Space Requirement ·········································16
Load Limits ······················································16
Electricals ························································16
Lighting····························································16
Safety Labels ···················································16
Dust Collection ················································16
Receiving··················································17
Cleaning···················································19
Assembly ·················································20
Dust Collection·········································22
Controls and Components ·······················23
Powerswitch ············································23
Infeed Table Adjustment ··························23
Infeed Table Depth Stop Knob ··················23
Outfeed Table Height Adjustment·············24
Fence ·······················································25
Test Run···················································26
Operation···············································27
Preparation··············································27
Inspect Wood Grain··································28
Squaring Stock··········································28
Surface Planing·········································29
Edge Jointing············································31
Beveling···················································31
Rabbet Cutting ·········································32
Common Cutting Problems ·······················33
Snipe································································33
Chipping ··························································33
Fuzzy Grain······················································33
Accessories ············································ 34
Maintenance ········································· 35
Maintenance Schedule ·····························35
Inspect / Adjust Jointer Tables ··················36
Inspect Outfeed Table Height ·························36
Adjust Outfeed Table Height···························36
Inspect Outfeed Table Parallelism ··················37
Inspect Infeed Table········································37
Adjust Table Parallelism/Coplanarity ··············38
Infeed Table Adjustments ·······························40
Infeed Table Depth Stop Adjustments ············41
Rotate / Replace Cutter Inserts ·················42
Adjust Fence Positive Stops ······················43
Adjust Belt Tension···································45
Align Belt Pulleys······································46
Troubleshooting····································· 47
Mechanical / Electrical Issues····················47
Operation / Quality-Related Issues ···········48
Wiring Diagram ····································· 50
Parts List················································ 51
Maintenance Record······························ 60
Notes····················································· 61
Warranty and Service····························· 62
Appendix ··············································· 63
US Standard –Metric Conversion Chart·····63

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Introduction
Thank you for choosing Oliver! This manual contains important information on how to safely set up,
operate, and maintain this machine. Please take the time to read through this manual, and make sure you
understand all instructions.
While this manual may provide tips on optimizing the result of your workpiece, the manual is not intended
as a substitute for formal woodworking training. If you need to know how to safely complete a
woodworking task, please consult knowledgeable and qualified sources before proceeding further.
We made every effort to keep this manual up-to-date. Instructions, specifications, drawings, and
photographs in this manual should match the machine delivered. If you find any differences, or anything
that seems confusing in this manual, or some instructions are not available, please check our website for
an updated version:
WWW.OLIVERMACHINERY.NET/MANUALS
Alternatively, you can contact our technical support for help:
1-800-559-5065
Before calling, please note down the manufacture date and the
serial number of the machine. You can find the information on
a nameplate located on the back of the machine. This
information is needed to provide proper technical support,
and to determine if an updated manual is available for your
machine.
Please let us know how well this manual serves you. If you have
any suggestions, please call the number above or email us at:
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We love to hear from our customers and make improvements.

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Specifications
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Model
4235 Jointer
Stock Number
4235.201
Motor
TEFC Induction Motor
2HP, 230V, 1Ph
Jointer Size
8”
Max. Depth of Cut (Jointing)
1/8"
Max. Depth of Cut (Rabbeting)
1/2”
Bevel Joining
45°-135° (With quick stops at 45°, 90°, 135°)
Dimensions
72-1/4”(L) x 25”(W) x 39-1/2”(H)
Footprint
39-1/4”(L) x 14-1/2”(W)
Fully Assembled Weight
352 lbs.
Warranty
1 Year (Motor and electronics)
2 Years (All other parts)
Product Dimensions
Jointer Fully Assembled
72-1/4”(L) x 25”(W) x 39-1/2”(H)
Footprint
39-1/4”(L) x 14-1/2”(W)
Fully Assembled Weight
352 lbs.
Shipment Info
Type
Wood crate with skid
Content
Jointer with included accessories
Dimensions
75-3/4”(L) x 25-1/4”(W) x 42”(H)
Weight
489 lbs.
Approximate Setup Time
45 minutes
Must Ship Upright
YES
Stackable
NO
Electricals
Power Requirement
230V, 1Ph, 60Hz
Full Load Current Rating
8A
Recommended circuit size
15A
Power Switch Type
Magnetic paddle switch
Connection Type
NEMA 6-15 Plug with 7’14 AWG Cord

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Motor
Motor Type
TEFC Induction Motor
Horsepower
2HP
Speed
3450 RPM
Efficiency
82.8%
Power Factor
95.4%
Power Transfer Mechanism
Poly V-belt and pulleys
Bearing type
Permanently sealed ball bearing
Jointer Capacity and Performance
Maximum Stock Width
8”
Maximum Depth of Cut for Jointing
1/8"
Maximum Depth of Cut for Rabbeting
1/2”
Minimum Stock Thickness
3/4”
Minimum Stock Length
10”
Fence
Dimensions
38-1/8”(L) x 4-3/4”(H)
Fence Tilt
45° - 135°
Fence Stops
45°, 90°, 135°
Material
Precision ground cast iron
Cutterhead
Cutterhead Type
Helical
Cutterhead Diameter
3-5/64”
Cutterhead Speed
5500 RPM
Number of Cutter Inserts
36
Number of Rows of Cutter Inserts
4
Cutter Insert Type
Four-sided, indexable carbide
Cutter Insert Diameters
15mm x 15mm x 2.5mm
Cutter Blade Angle
30 degree
Cutter Insert Screw Tensioning Torque
52-60 lb-in
Table
Table Dimensions
72-1/4”(L) x 8”(W)
Table Height Above Ground
31-1/8”
Table Lifting / Adjustment Mechanism
Parallelogram
Material
Precision ground cast iron

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Measurements
Measurement Unit
Inch
Measurement Devices
Depth Scale
Safety
Number of Dust Ports
1
Dust Port Size
4”
Minimum CFM Required
500 CFM
Sound Rating @ 2’ distance
83 dB
Others
Serial Number Location
On the back of the machine.
Spare Parts Included
Five cutter inserts and compatible Torx screws.
Certification
CSA 175370
Country of Origin
Taiwan

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Identification

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