Delta Platinum Edition 43-420 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DATED 9-17-99 PART NO. 432-02-651-0012
©Delta International Machinery Corp. 1999
Platinum Edition 2-Speed
Heavy-Duty Wood Shaper
(Model 43-420)

Delta Platinum Edition 43-420 Specifications

General

Brand	Delta
Model	Platinum Edition 43-420
Category	Power Tool
Language	English

Summary

Safety Rules

Additional Safety Rules for Wood Shapers

Unpacking and Cleaning

Assembly Instructions

Assembling Spindle Raising and Lowering Handwheel

Instructions for attaching the spindle raising and lowering handwheel.

Assembling Extension Wings to Shaper Table

Guide for attaching extension wings to the shaper table.

Assembling Switch Bracket and On/Off Switch

Assembling Fence to Shaper Table

Assembling Guards to Fence Body

Assembling and Changing Spindles

Assembling Table Inserts

Assembling Cutters and Collars to Spindle

Assembling Spindle Guard

Connecting Shaper to Power Source

Grounding Instructions

Essential steps for safely grounding the shaper tool.

Single Phase Operation Three Horsepower Motors

Details on connecting the 3 HP motor to a single-phase power source.

Operating Controls and Adjustments

Starting and Stopping the Shaper

How to safely start and stop the wood shaper machine.

Locking Switch in the “Off” Position

Instructions for securing the switch in the OFF position for safety.

Raising and Lowering Spindle

Changing Speeds and Adjusting Belt Tension

Reversing Spindle Rotation

Fence Controls and Adjustments

Guard Controls and Adjustments

Operations

Shaping When Using the Fence As a Guide

How to perform shaping operations using the fence for guidance.

Shaping With Collars and Starting Pin

Position of Collars

Starting Pin

Replacing Spindle Cartridge

Delta Shaper Accessories

High-Speed Steel 3-Lip Shaper Cutters

Catalog of high-speed steel 3-lip shaper cutters.

For Heavy Duty, Utility and 43-355 Wood Shapers

Accessories for specific Delta shaper models.

Parts, Service or Warranty Assistance

Delta Building Trades and Home Shop Machinery Two Year Limited Warranty

Details of the two-year limited warranty for Delta machinery.