Woodstock D2796 - Manual (Page 4)

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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Woodstock International, Inc. is proud to offer the
Model D2796 12" Dovetail Jig. Suitable for production
work or small scale dovetail joinery, the Model D2796
enables you to simultaneously cut
5 /
8
" half-blind dove-
tails and pins with a router, 7 /
16
" guide bushing, and 1 /
2
",
14° dovetail bit. The dovetail jig handles stock up to
1
1 /
4
" thick and 12" wide and mounts easily to your
bench top. Heavy, stamped steel construction provides
excellent rigidity and strength, while the horizontal and
vertical cam action clamps securely hold your wood in
place. Two optional templates are available for making
1 ⁄
2
" and 3 ⁄
4
" half-blind dovetails and pins.
Woodstock is committed to offering top quality prod-
ucts and supporting them through customer service and
technical documentation. The manual you are reading
represents our latest effort to produce the best docu-
mentation possible. If you have any criticisms or com-
ments you feel we should consider for our next printing,
please write us at the address below.
Manager, Technical Documentation
Woodstock International, Inc.
P.O. Box 2309
Bellingham, WA 98227
If you have any parts problems or requests, please con-
tact the dealer where the Model D2796 Dovetail Jig
was purchased or call Woodstock International at 1-
800-840-8420 between 8am and 5pm Pacific Standard
Time, Monday through Friday.
To operate this or any tool safely and efficiently, it is
essential to become as familiar with its characteristics
as possible. Take as much time as necessary to become
acquainted with the Model D2796 Dovetail Jig. The
time you invest before you use it will be time well
spent. Also, read and follow all of the safety procedures
noted in this manual. If you do not understand any of
the operations or safety guidelines discussed in this
manual, please get answers to all your questions before
attempting to use this jig. The specifications, drawings,
and photographs illustrated in this manual represent the
Model D2796 as supplied when the manual was pre-
pared. However, owing to Woodstock’s policy of con-
tinuous improvement, changes to the Model D2796
may occur at any time with no obligation on the part of
Woodstock. Should you receive a manual update,
please keep it with the manual for future reference.
The information in this manual has been obtained from
sources we believe to be as reliable and up-to-date as
possible. We have included some important safety mea-
sures which we believe to be essential to this tool’s safe
operation. While most safety measures are generally
universal, Woodstock reminds you that each work envi-
ronment is different and safety rules should be consid-
ered as they apply to your situation.
We also believe additional sources of information are
important to realize the full potential of this tool. Trade
journals, woodworking magazines, and your local
library are good places to find such information.
COMMENTARY
The Model D2796 was designed for making pre-
cise dovetails. It must never be modified and/or
used for any other purpose. Modifications or
improper use of this tool will void all warranties
and may cause serious personal injury. If you are
confused about any aspect of the jig, DO NOT
use it until you have resolved any questions you
might have.