
Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
16-Gauge Foot-Operated Corner Notcher
Model FN-16
JET
427 New Sanford Road
LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Part No. M-755017
Ph.: 800-274-6848 Edition 3 08/2018
www.jettools.com Copyright © 2017 JET
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1.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING – To reduce risk of injury:
1. Read and understand the entire owner’s
manual before attempting assembly or
operation.
2. Read and understand the warnings posted on
the machine and in this manual. Failure to
comply with all of these warnings may cause
serious injury.
3. Replace warning labels if they become
obscured or removed.
4. This sheet metal notcher is designed and
intended for use by properly trained and
experienced personnel only. If you are not
familiar with the proper and safe operation of a
sheet metal notcher, do not use it until proper
training and knowledge have been obtained.
5. Do not use this notcher for purposes other than
its intended use. If used for other purposes, JET
disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds
itself harmless from any injury that may result
from that use.
6. Always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved safety
glasses or face shield while using this machine.
(Everyday eyeglasses only have impact
resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses.)
7. Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) if noise
exceeds safe levels.
8. Wear appropriate footwear, s uch as steel-toed
shoes, when working with metal materials.
9. Before operating the machine, remove tie,
rings, watches, other jewelry, and roll sleeves
up past the elbows. Do not wear loose clothing.
Confine long hair.
10. Keep the floor around the machine clean and
free of scrap material, oil and grease.
11. Keep machine guards in place at all times when
the machine is in use. If removed for
maintenance purposes, use extreme caution
and replace the guards immediately upon
completion of maintenance.
12. Check damaged parts. Before further use of the
machine, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it
will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced.
13. Use the right tool. Do not force a tool or
attachment to do a job for which it was not
designed.
14. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the machine
before operating.
15. Give your work undivided attention. Looking
around, carrying on a conversation and "horseplay" are careless acts that can result in serious
injury.
16. Keep visitors a safe distance from the work
area. Keep children away.
17. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks,
master switches or by removing starter keys.
18. Do not overreach. Failure to maintain proper
working position can cause you to fall into the
machine or allow clothing to get caught, pulling
you into the machine.
19. Keep the floor around the machine clean and
free of scrap material, oil and grease.
20. Use recommended accessories; improper
accessories may be hazardous.
21. Do not operate this machine while under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.
22. Keep blades sharp and clean for safe and best
performance.
23. Deburr any sharp metal edges of the workpiece
before placing it into the machine. Use leather
gloves when handling workpieces.
24. Keep hands away from blade area during
operation.
25. Provide for adequate space surrounding work
area and non-glare, overhead lighting.
26. Anchor machine to the floor to prevent tipping.
27. Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury
could occur if the machine tips over.
28. Do not attempt to cut material thicker than the
listed capacity of the notcher.
29. Do not cut round or bar stock on this machine,
as it may damage the knives.
30. Use only JET factory authorized replacement
parts and accessories; otherwise, the warranty
and guarantee are null and void.
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WARNING: This product can expose you to
chemicals including lead which is known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. For more
information go to http://www.p65warnings.ca.
gov.
Familiarize yourself with the following safety
notices used in this manual:
This means that if precautions are
not heeded, it may result in minor injury and/or
possible machine damage.
This means that if precautions are
not heeded, it may result in serious, or possibly even
fatal, injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Some dust, fumes and gases
created by power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling, welding and other construction activities
contain chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of
these chemicals are:
• lead from lead based paint
• crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other
masonry products
• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated
lumber
Your risk of exposure varies, depending on how
often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals, work in a wellventilated area and work with approved safety
equipment, such as dust masks that are
specifically designed to filter out microscopic
particles. For more information go to
http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/ and http://
www.p65warnings.ca.gov/wood.
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2.0 Table of contents
Section Page
1.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................................................... 2
2.0 Table of contents ............................................................................................................................................ 4
3.0 About this manual .......................................................................................................................................... 4
4.0 Specifications ................................................................................................................................................. 5
4.1 Base hole spacings .................................................................................................................................... 5
5.0 Setup .............................................................................................................................................................. 6
5.1 Shipping contents ....................................................................................................................................... 6
5.2 Unpacking and locating .............................................................................................................................. 6
6.0 Adjustments ................................................................................................................................................... 6
6.1 Table position ............................................................................................................................................. 6
6.2 Stroke depth ............................................................................................................................................... 7
6.3 Ram tightness ............................................................................................................................................ 7
6.4 Setting blade gap ....................................................................................................................................... 7
6.5 Handle adjustment ..................................................................................................................................... 7
7.0 Operation ....................................................................................................................................................... 7
8.0 User-maintenance .......................................................................................................................................... 7
8.1 Lubrication .................................................................................................................................................. 7
8.2 Additional servicing .................................................................................................................................... 8
9.0 Troubleshooting FN-16 Corner Notcher ......................................................................................................... 8
10.0 Replacement Parts ....................................................................................................................................... 8
10.1.1 FN-16 Corner Notcher – Exploded View ............................................................................................... 9
10.1.2 FN-16 Corner Notcher – Parts List ...................................................................................................... 10
11.0 Warranty and service ................................................................................................................................. 11
3.0 About this manual
This manual is provided by JET, covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a JET Model FN16 Corner Notcher. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating
procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. Your machine has been designed and constructed
to provide consistent, long-term operation if used in accordance with the instructions set forth in this document.
If there are questions or comments, please contact your local supplier or JET. JET c an also be reached at our
web site: www.jettools.com.
Retain this manual for future reference. If the machine transfers ownership, the manual should accompany it.
Read and understand the entire contents of this manual before attempting assembly or
operation! Failure to comply may cause serious injury!
Register your product online – http://www.jettools.com/us/en/service-and-support/warranty/registration/
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