Harbor Freight Tools 41345 User Manual

Item #41345

Self Centering Doweling Jig

Assembly and Operating Instructions

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

Copyright 2000 by Harbor Freight T ools. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork
contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor
Freight T ools.

For technical questions please call Harbor Fr eight Tools

at telephone number 1-800-444-3353.

Specifications:

Length: 4-3/4” Height: 2-1/2” Width: 4” Extended

Maximum Capacity: 2” Stock

Bushing Set: 2 each of 1/4”, 5/16” and 3/8”

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Note: There are 4 holes along the top of the Jig. Only 2 of the holes accept threaded bushings. The other 2
holes accept 7/16” and 1/2” drill bits.

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REV 08/04

Warning:

1. Read this instruction manual completely before using the Self Centering Doweling Jig.

2. Always wear ANSI approved safety goggles when working with tools and equipment. W ear a full face
shield if you are producing wood chips.

3. Keep children out of the work area. When not in use, store this product in a location that is out of reach
of children.

4. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.

5. Observe work area conditions. Do not use tools in damp, wet, or poorly lit locations. Don’t expose to
rain. Keep work area well lit.

6. Do not force the tool. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended. Do
not use inappropriate attachments in an attempt to exceed the tool’s capacities.

7. Dress properly . Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts. Non-skid
footwear is recommended. W ear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair .

8. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate any tool when you are tired.

Direction for Use:

1. Line up the two boards that are to be connected by the dowels. On the side of each
board, draw a vertical mark to show where the dowels are to be located (see illustration
below).

Square Edge

2. Separate the two boards,

Top Board

and clamp the Doweling Jig
over the edge of one of the boards.

Bottom Board

Align the mark on the board
with the desired dowel diameter
(see hole sizes in Guide Block).
Insert appropriate bushings before

Vertical Marks To Show
Dowel Location

drilling the dowel hole to the depth
desired. The drilled hole will be
exactly in the center of the board edge.

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