Wolfcraft 4640 Dowel Master Instruction Manual

: June 1, 2024
: wolfcraft

Table of Contents

Wolfcraft 4640 Dowel Master
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
FAQs
Operating Instructions
For your safety
Accessories available separately
CONTACT
References
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Wolfcraft 4640 Dowel Master

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Product Information

Specifications
- Max. Dowel Diameter: 10 mm
- Max. Board Thickness: 30 mm
- Max. Dowel Length: 40 mm

Product Usage Instructions

Preparation
- Mark both boards with an (X) for alignment. Label them as A and B. Secure board A on the work table.
Dowel Jig Placement
- Centre the dowel jig on board A using the centring pins. Fasten it by pressing it on the side. Insert the drill bit into the appropriate bushing and drill the hole.
Dowel Installation
- Glue the dowel in place once the hole is drilled.
Joint Types
- Corner Joints: Follow the steps for preparing board A.
- Face-to-Face Joints: Similar preparation as corner joints.
- T-Butt Joints: Prepare board A without using a corner stop. Mark a centerline on board B and place board A parallel at a distance of 40 mm. Drill the hole and glue the joint.

FAQs

Q: What is the maximum dowel diameter supported by the product?
- A: The product supports a maximum dowel diameter of 10 mm.
Q: What is the maximum board thickness the product can handle?
- A: The product can handle boards with a maximum thickness of 30 mm.
Q: Can I make T-butt joints with this product?
- A: Yes, you can make T-butt joints following the provided instructions for preparing board A without using a corner stop.

Operating Instructions

For all depicted dowel connections, the first steps of the preparations are identical, as shown in Fig. 1 to 5 and described below.

See Fig. 1
- Place an (X) mark on both boards to indicate their alignment, then label them as A and B respectively.
- The steps for working on board A (the end face) apply to all dowel connections. Now fasten board A on the work table.
See Fig. 2
- Use a drill bit with a depth stop to set the drilling depth for board A.
- For T-butt and corner joints, use the following formula: dowel length + 6 mm – thickness of board B.
- For edge-to-edge joints: half of the dowel length + 1 mm.
See Fig. 3 + 4
- Place the dowel jig on board A, centring it utilizing the centring pins, and fasten it in place by pressing it on at the side (see Fig. 3). Insert the drill bit into the appropriate drill bush, turn on the power drill and drill the hole.
See Fig. 5
- Glue the dowel in place.

Corner joints

See Fig. 6
- Preparation for board A, see Fig 2 –5.
- Loosen the knurled screw and fit the drill bush of the dowel jig over the dowel. Push the limit stop firmly against the side of the board. Tighten the knurled screw.
See Fig. 7
- Place board A parallel on board B. Guide the dowel jig with the guide slot up to the stop on board B. Now clamp both boards in place. Caution: Reset the depth stop (board thickness B – 6 mm).
- Push the guide slot of the dowel jig over each dowel until the stop is reached and drill the holes. Glue up the joint.

Face-to-face joints

See Fig. 8
- Preparation for board A, see Fig 2 –5.
- Align the two boards flush with each other and clamp them in place on the work table.
- Push the guide slot of the dowel jig over the dowel until the stop is reached and drill the holes. Glue up the joint.

T-butt joints

See Fig. 9
- Preparation for board A, see Fig 2 –5.
- Working without angle stop: Draw a centre line on board B. Clamp board A parallel, at a distance of 40 mm from the line.
- Push the guide slot of the dowel jig over the dowel until the jig rests against the end face and drill the holes. Glue up the joint. $Wolfcraft-4640-Dowel-Master-FIG-1 $9$$

For your safety

Adhere to the safety regulations of the manufacturers of your powered tools under all circumstances. These devices must comply with the VDE regulations. Devices manufactured after 1995 must bear a CE mark.
Always pull out the mains plug before switching between devices or between workpieces, when power drills are not in use or when carrying out maintenance work.
Before starting work, check that the devices and tools are operational.
Never work with damaged or blunt tools.
Check that the devices used are correctly mounted before commencing work (e.g. bolted joints).
Clamp the part to be processed firmly.
Make sure that both you and the devices used are stably positioned.
Observe the data concerning the minimum/maximum speed and the direction of rotation given directly on the equipment and tools used, on their packaging, or as detailed in the operating instructions.
Only use tools for their actual intended purpose.
Never remove installed safety equipment.
Make sure that your clothes are tight fitting (particularly sleeves) and protect your hair.
Protect your hearing when performing work where loud noise is generated.
When performing tasks that generate dust, chips, fumes, or sparks, wear safety goggles and a face mask that covers your mouth and nose.
Never reach into machines that are in operation.
Make sure that all electrical devices are protected against moisture, dust, and humidity.
Keep children away from your workshop and store your devices and tools securely.
Never allow inexperienced personnel to work with your devices and tools without instructions or supervision.
Always work to plan and in a concentrated way.
Keep your work area neat and organized.
Only use original wolfcraft® spare parts.
We reserve the right to make technical changes.