17.4.2 Jointer and Shaper Safety
Follow these safety guidelines when using jointers and shapers:
- Ensure that jointers are equipped with cylindrical cutting heads.
- Use a push stick, as necessary.
- Do not use single cutter knives in shaper heads.
- Ensure that knives are balanced and correctly mounted.
- Adjust cutting depth before turning the machine on.
- Do not use the jointer for strips that are less than 1 inch wide.