MasterCraft 054-8106-4 Instruction Manual

model no. 054-8106-4

BISCUIT JOINER

IMPORTANT:

Read and understand this instruction manual thoroughly
before using the product.

INSTRUCTION
MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Technical Specifications 4

Safety Guidelines 5

Key Parts Diagram 9

Assembly Instructions 11

Operating Instructions 13

Maintenance 15

Troubleshooting 17

Parts List 18

Warranty 21

NOTE:

If any parts are missing or damaged, or if you have any questions,
please call our toll-free helpline at 1-800-689-9928.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

• This manual contains important safety and operating
instructions. Read all instructions and follow them with use
of this product.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Rated power input 5A

Rated voltage 120 V~, 60 Hz

No-load speed 11,000 RPM

Max cutting depth 45/64" (18 mm)

Adjustable height 3/16 to 1 3/8" (5 to 35 mm)

Cutting angle 0˚ – 90˚

Biscuit sizes #0, #10, #20

Tool weight 6 lb 6 oz (2.9 kg)

Noise level 81.3 dB(A)

Vibration a

hi

= 7.4 m/s2, K=1.5

SAFETY GUIDELINES

WARNING!

Safety symbols in this instruction manual are used to flag possible dangers. The safety
symbols and their explanations require your full understanding. The safety warnings do not,
by themselves, eliminate any danger, nor are they substitutes for proper accident prevention
measures.

WARNING!

This safety alert symbol indicates caution, warning, or danger. Failure to obey a safety
warning can result in serious injury to yourself or others. To reduce the risk of injury, fire, or
electric shock, always follow the safety precautions.

KNOW YOUR TOOL

To operate this tool, carefully read this instruction manual and all labels affixed to the biscuit joiner
before using. Keep this manual available for future reference.

IMPORTANT

This tool should only be serviced by a qualified service technician. For more information,
call the toll-free helpline at 1-800-689-9928.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING!

Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

WORK AREA SAFETY

• Keep the work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of

flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks, which may ignite the dust or

fumes.

• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use
any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching

outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators,
ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or

grounded.

• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.

• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the
power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or

entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.

Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

• If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground-fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power
tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in

serious personal injury.

• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.

• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure that the switch is in the off-position before
connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.

Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.

• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a
key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better
control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving

parts.

• If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure that these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dust-

related hazards.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was designed.

• Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power
tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools.

Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are

dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

• Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged,
have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained

power tools.

• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

• Use the power tool, accessories, tool bits, etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the

power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

SERVICE

• Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR BISCUIT JOINER

• Blades must be rated for at least the speed marked on the tool. Blades running over the
rated speed can fly apart and cause injury.

• Always use the guard. The guard protects the operator from broken blade fragments and
unintentional contact with the blade.

• Hold the power tool by its insulated gripping surfaces, because the blade may contact
its own cord. Cutting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and

could give the operator an electric shock.

• Always use correctly sized blades with the fitting mounting bore. Blades that do not fit to
the mounting components of the biscuit joiner rotate irregularly and lead to loss of control.

• Do not use blunt or damaged blade. Blunt or damaged blades cause increased friction, can
become jammed and lead to imbalance.

• Before putting into operation, check that the guard is retracting freely.

• Always wear hearing protection when operating the biscuit joiner.

SAFETY GUIDELINES

SAFETY GUIDELINES