Setting up your Williams & Hussey 206 Molder for molding requires careful attention to detail for safe and effective operation. Here's a step-by-step guide to get you started:
- Knife Inspection and Adjustment: Begin by thoroughly checking the knives. Ensure all bolts securing the knives are tightly fastened. Accurately set your guides to direct the stock along the correct path through the cutting area.
- Head Scale Setting: When molding, precisely adjust the head scale to be within 3/16 inch of the height of your workpiece. Verify that the machine head reference is correctly set based on the thickness of your stock to ensure proper roller tension.
- Chip Extractor Installation: Carefully position the chip extractor under the out-feed end of the machine head, ensuring the lip is correctly placed under the cast head. Securely attach the chip extractor.
- Rotational Clearance Check: Before operating the machine, manually rotate the knife head to confirm there is adequate clearance with the chip extractor. This prevents any interference during operation.
- Safety and Positioning: Prioritize safety by never standing in the out-feed zone or directly in the path of the in-feed. After positioning the head correctly, firmly tighten the head locking bolt.
- Test Run: Before commencing your molding project, perform a test run with a piece of stock, while the machine is turned OFF, to verify that it will make appropriate contact with the in-feed roller. For complete instructions and crucial safety information, always refer to the Williams & Hussey 206 Molder user manual provided with your machine.
