This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a Powermatic Model 719A
Mortiser. Its purpose, aside from machine operation, is to promote safety through the use of
accepted correct operating and maintenance procedures. Completely read the safety and maintenance instructions before operating or servicing the machine. To obtain maximum life and
efficiency from your mortiser, and to aid in using the machine safely, read this manual thoroughly
and follow all instructions carefully.
Warranty & Service
The JET Group warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our Authorized Repair Stations located throughout the United States can give you quick service.
In most cases, any one of these JET Group Repair Stations can authorize warranty repair, assist you in
obtaining parts, or perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JET, Performax or Powermatic
tools.
For the name of an Authorized Repair Station in your area, please call 1-800-274-6848.
More Information
Remember, the JET Group is consistently adding new products to the line. For complete, up-to-date product
information, check with your local JET Group distributor.
JET Group Warranty
The JET Group (including Performax and Powermatic brands) makes every effort to assure that its products
meet high quality and durability standards and warrants to the original retail consumer/purchaser of our
products that each product be free from defects in materials and workmanship as follow: 1 YEAR LIMITED
WARRANTY ON ALL PRODUCTS UNLESS SPECIFIED OTHERWISE. This Warranty does not apply to
defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, normal wear-and-tear, repair or
alterations outside our facilities, or to a lack of maintenance.
THE JET GROUP LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD SPECIFIED ABOVE, FROM THE
DATE THE PRODUCT WAS PURCHASED AT RETAIL. EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN, ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTIBILITY AND FITNESS ARE EXCLUDED. SOME STATES DO NOT
ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG THE IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THE JET GROUP SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR DEATH, INJURIES
TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY, OR FOR INCIDENTAL, CONTINGENT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF OUR PRODUCTS. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE
EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned for examination, postage prepaid, to
an Authorized Repair Station designated by our office. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the
complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection discloses a defect, we will either repair or
replace the product, or refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide a repair or replacement, if you are willing to accept a refund. We will return repaired product or replacement at JET's expense,
but if it is determined there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of JET's
warranty, then the user must bear the cost of storing and returning the product. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights; you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
The JET Group sells through distributors only. Members of the JET Group reserve the right to effect at any
time, without prior notice, those alterations to parts, fittings, and accessory equipment which they may deem
necessary for any reason whatsoever.
As with all power tools there is a certain amount of
hazard involved with the operation and use of the
tool. Use the tool with the respect and caution demanded where safety precautions are concerned.
This will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. When normal safety precautions are
overlooked or completely ignored, personal injury
to the operator can result.
1.KNOW YOUR TOOL. Read the owners
manual carefully. Learn the tools applications and
limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to it.
2.KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and maintained
in working order.
3.GROUND ALL TOOLS. If tool is equipped
with three-prong plug, it should be plugged into a
three-hole electrical receptacle. If an adapter is
used to accommodate a two-prong receptacle, the
adapter plug must be attached to a known ground.
Never remove the third prong.
4.REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS ANDWRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that
keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from
tool before turning it on.
5.KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
6.AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Dont use power tools in damp or wet locations, or
expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
7.KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All
children and visitors should be kept a safe distance
from work area.
12. USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or
dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.
13. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to
hold work when practical. Its safer than using your
hand and frees both hands to operate tool.
14. DONT OVERREACH. Keep your proper foot-
ing and balance at all times.
15. MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
16. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and
when changing accessories such as chisel and bit.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the owners manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may
cause hazards.
18. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure
switch is in OFF position before plugging in cord.
19. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury
could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool
is accidentally contacted.
20. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further
use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to ensure 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.
8.MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF - with
padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter
keys.
9.DONT FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and be safer at the rate for which it was designed.
10. USE RIGHT TOOL. Dont force tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed for.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear
loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewelry that can
get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is
recommended. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair
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21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Dont leave tool
until it comes to a complete stop.
22. DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not
operate tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.
MODEL 719A MORTISER
SPECIFICATIONS
Motor ................................................ 1 HP, 1 PH, 115/230V, prewired 115V