JessEm Mast R Lift Excel II User Manual

Mast R Lift Excel II
User Manual: Model 02202
Suggested Router Bit Speeds
Bit Diameter Max. Speed
1” (25mm) 24,000 RPM
1-1/4” - 2” (30-50mm) 18,000 RPM
2-1/4” - 2-1/2” (55-65mm) 16,000 RPM
3” - 3-1/2” (75-90mm) 12,000 RPM
IMPORTANT!
Read and understand the
contents of
this manual before assembly
or operation of this product.
As part of our Continuous Product
Improvement Policy, JessEm products
are always advancing in design and
function. Therefore there may be
differences between what is shown in
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retail display
and what is sold at time of purchase.
We reserve the right to make positive
changes to our products at our
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CONTENTS: Box #1
1-Mast-R-Lift Excel Table Top w/Mite-R- Track
CONTENTS: Box #2
1-Carriage and Gear Box Assembly
1-Hardware Package
1-Vaccuum Shroud
1-Crank Handle
2-Table Reinforcements
1-Insert Wrench
1-Two inch insert ring
1-Handle Support/Cam Lock
Assembly
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Tool Company. We appreciate your support and
hope that our product serves you well. This
product is designed to provide many years of
reliable service provided it is used as intended and
taken care of.
This user manual will assist you in assembly and
general operation of this product. It is not our intent
to you about woodworking. It is assumed that you
are an experienced woodworker with the basic
skills and experience necessary to use this product
safely. If after reading the following instructions,
you are unsure or uncomfortable about safely
using this product, we urge you to seek additional
information through widely available woodworking
books or classes.
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JessEm Mast R Lift Excel II Specifications

General

Brand	JessEm
Model	Mast R Lift Excel II
Category	Tools
Language	English

Summary

Getting Started and Safety

Important Pre-Assembly Notice

Emphasizes reading and understanding the manual before assembly or operation.

Product Contents Overview

Lists components included in Box #1 (Table Top) and Box #2 (Assembly parts).

Safety Precautions

General Safety Guidelines

Mandatory safety instructions for operating power tools and machinery.

Router Specific Safety

Precautions for router bit usage, collet insertion, and safe operation practices.

Product Assembly

Assembly Preparation

Steps 1 & 2: Emptying cartons, laying out components, and preparing the table surface for assembly.

Attaching Carriage and Handle Mount

Steps 3-6: Positioning carriage, threading and tightening cap screws for carriage and handle mount.

Attaching Table Braces

Step 7: Securing table braces using self-tapping screws and a torque screwdriver.

Installing Vacuum Shroud and Stand

Steps 8 & 9: Attaching the vacuum shroud and the lift's stand to the table top.

Finalizing Handle Assembly

Steps 10 & 11: Inserting and securing the handle assembly with set screws.

Router Installation

Router Chart and Carriage Setup

Provides a chart for compatible routers and instructions for preparing the carriage.

Mounting the Router Motor

Steps 17-19: Loosening carriage, sliding motor into place, and positioning for final tightening.

Table Alignment and Final Tightening

Steps 20-21: Flipping the table and performing final adjustments and tightening of screws.

Using the Lift and Insert Rings

Insert Ring Installation

Instructions for placing and tightening the insert ring using the provided wrench.

Cam Lock Operation

How to engage and disengage the cam lock for securing the lift position.

Lift Operation and Adjustments

Guidance on raising/lowering the router using the crank handle and conversion chart.

Maintenance and Warranty

Thread Tension Re-adjustment

Steps to re-adjust thread tension if bit height changes unexpectedly during use.

Carriage Nut Cap Securing

Steps 1-6: Flipping the unit, removing the cover, adjusting carriage nut, and re-securing the cap.

Limited Warranty Information

Details on product warranty, coverage, limitations, and claim procedures.