Woodstock W1683 - Manual (Page 28)

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Figure 28. Table roller tolerances.
Figure 29. Measuring gap between straightedge
and table with a feeler gauge.
Table Rollers
The table rollers should be set last so they stay
out of the way during the other adjustments.
The required height of the table rollers will vary
depending on the type of stock you intend to
plane.
As a general rule, table roller height should be
between .002" and .020" above the table (see
Figure 28). However, some stock may have
better results outside of these numbers. Often,
a small amount of trial-and-error is required to
find the best table roller height for any
particular stock. Rough stock will plane better
when the rollers are higher, and smooth stock
will have less snipe when the rollers are lower.
To adjust the table roller height:
1. Place a good straightedge across the length
of the table as shown in Figure 29.
2. Use a feeler gauge to measure the gap
between the table surface and the
straightedge, and adjust the table rollers as
described on page 14 to reach the desired
height. The gap between the straightedge
and the table should be even all the way
across the table.
For quick and easy table roller setup, consider
purchasing a Rotacator ® . This handy tool allows
you to watch the height of the table roller as
you adjust it, giving you accuracy within .001"
every time. See “Aftermarket Accessories” at
the end of the Operations section for more
details.
Table Rollers