INSTRUCTION BOOK FOR THE

MULTICO HOLLOW CHISEL

MORTISER MODEL PM16
(US Version)

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Multico Limted, Paragon House, Flex Meadows, The Pinnacles, Harlow, Essex,England, CM19 STJ
Tel 01279-444212 Fax 01279-444004
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As with all machinery there are certain hazards involved with operation and use of the machine.
Using the machine with respect and caution will considerably lessen the possibility of personal
injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the
operator may result.

This machine was designed for certain applications only. Multico strongly recommends that this
machine NOT be modified and/or used for any application other than for which it was designed. If
you have any questions relative to its application DO NOT use the machine until you have written
to Multico Ltd and we have advised you:
MULTICO LIMITED, PARAGON HOUSE, FLEX MEADOWS, THE PINNACLES
HARLOW, ESSEX, ENGLAND. CM19 5TJ

VVARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS

PERSONAL INJURY
I FOR YOUR 0\VN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION I4 DON'T OVERREACII. Keep proper footing and balance
MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE TOOL. Learn the at all times.
tool's application and limitations as well as the specific haz-
ards peculiar to it. 15 MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools
in-
sharp and clean for best and safest preformance. Follow
2 KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in \vorking order. structions for lubricating and changing accessories.

3 GROUND ALL TOOLS. lftool is equipped with three- 16 DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and when chang-
prong plug. it should be plugged into a three-hole electrical ing accessories such as blades, bits. cutters etc.
receptacle. lfan adaptor is used to accommodate a two-pronged
receptacle. the adaptor lug must be attached to a known ground. 17 USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of
Never remove third prong. improper accessories may cause hazards.

4 REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form 18 AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure switch
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting \vrenches are is in ‘OFF’ position before plugging in power cord.
removed from tool before turning it "on".
19 NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur
5 KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally con-
benches invite accidents. tacted.

6 DON'T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't 20 CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use ofthe
use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully
rain. Keep work area well lighted. checked to ensure that it will operate properly and perfom its
intended function check for alignment of moving parts, bind-
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7 KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All chil- ing ofmoving parts, breakage of pans, mounting, and any other
dren and visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area. conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
8 MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF - with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys. 21NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it comes to a
9 DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and be complete stop.
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
22 DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATON. Do not operate
I0 USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment to do tool while under the influence of drug, alcohol or any medica-
thejob for which it was not designed. tion.

ll WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing, gloves, 23MAKE SURE TOOL IS DISCONNECTED FROM
neckties, rings, bracelets, or othcrjewelry to get caught in mov- POWER SUPPLY while motor is being mounted, connected
ing parts. Nonslip foot wear is recommended. Wear protec- or reconnected.
tivc hair covering to contain long hair.
24 WARNING: The dust generated by certain woods and
12 ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Wear safety glasses wood products can be injurious to your health. Always oper-
(must comply with ANSI 287. I). Everyday eye-glasses only ate machinery in well ventilated areas and provide for proper
have impact resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses. Also dust removal. Use wood dust collection systems whenever pos-
use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. sible.

I3 SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work

when practical. lt's safer than using your hand and frees both
hands to operate tool.

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 ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR HOLLOW CHISEL MORTISERS T
VVARNING: Do not operate your mortiser until it is completely assembled and installed
according to the instructions.

IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the operation of mortisers, obtain advice from
your supervisor, instructor, or other qualified person.

MAKE CERTAIN the machine is fastened to a supporting surface to prevent it from tipping
over during operation.

NEVER turn the mortiser "ON" before clearing the table of all objects (tools, scrap
pieces, etc.).

ALWAYS keep hands, fingers, and hair away from the rotating bit.
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DO NOT attempt to mortise material that does not have a flat surface, unless a suitable
support is used.

ALVVAYS clamp workpiece securely to table with hold down to prevent lifting.

ALVVAYS support workpiece securely against fence to prevent rotation.

BE SURE drill bit is sharp, not damaged, and properly secured in the chuck before operating.

10 IVLAKE SURE chuck key is removed before starting machine.

ll NEVER start the mortiser with the drill bit or chisel pressed against the workpiece.

12 NEVER perform layout, assembly, or set-up work on the table while the mortiser is
operating.

13 ADJUST the depth stop to avoid drilling into the table.

14 ALVVAYS stop the machine before removing scrap pieces from the table.

SHUT OFF the power, remove the drill bit and chisel, and clean the table before leaving
machine.

16 VVARNING: For your own safety Don't wear gloves when operating the machine.
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17 SHOULD any part of your mortiser be missing, damaged, or fail in any way, or any elec
component fail to perform properly, shut off switch and remove plug from power supp
outlet. Replace missing, damaged, or failed parts before resuming operation. -

18 Additional information regarding the safe and product is available from the Nat
Safety Council, 444 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611, in the Accident Prev
Manual for Industrial Operations and also in the Safety Data Sheets provided b
NSC. Please also refer to the American National Standards Instititute ANSI 01.1
Requirements for Woodworking Machinery and the U.S Department of Labor
1910.213 Regulations.
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7 on its back. Using the "1" Allen Key, release stop bar screw - item 22. Insert lever
-item 32 in pinion shaft and move Headstock Assembly up to the top of the column. Fit gas
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spring item 18 with spacers item 1 7 and screws item 16 as shown.

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NOTEs CYLINDER TO BE FITTED WITH ROD AT BOTTOM AS SHOWN IN

EXPLODED DIAGRAM.

3 Before using the machine apply oil to slides and gears.

4 Secure machine to a bench or stable surface through 2 holes in base plate.

PARTS LIST FOR PMI6 MORTISER

PART NO DESCRIPTION QTY ITEM PART NO DESCRIPTION
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1 01.4008 COVER 1 25 PNB893 DEPTH STOP ROAD

2 PM4004 COLUMN ASSEMBLY

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1 26 PM3 921 13/ 1 6" CHISEL BUSH

ll-575 M6 x 20 CAP HEAD SOCKET SCREW

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3 2 PM3875 3/4" CHISEL BUSH
4 M6 CLA.MP LEVER

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32.4198 PIVB 880 SPACER
BASE PLATE M6

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5 PN13873 11.118 x 8 SOCKET SET SCREW
\VO0D BASE PLATE VERTICAL RACK PINION

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6 PM3883 PM3 825
M8 x 20 SOCKET BUTTON HEAD SCREW

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7 14. 1213 PM3 879 KEY
M6 x 20 PAN HEAD SCREW PINION SHAFT

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8 11.4140 Pl\/13881

9 FENCE LEVER

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PM4287 PM3 882
M6 x C/SUNK HEAD SCREW LEVER GRIP

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11.4288 16 32.3867
FENCE SUPPORT BAR 13mm DRILL CHUCK

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PIVB 886 PNI5056
M6 x 45 PAN HEAD SCREW KEY FOR CHUCK

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11.4289 PM3864
HOLD DOWN BRACKET
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PM4280 08.5212 M5 x 30 SOCKET CAP SCREW
M6 WASHER MOTOR AND STARTER
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13.1049 54.5283

M6 FEMALE CLAMP LEVER

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32.4279 51.4231 PLUG

M5 2: 20 POSI PAN I-IEAD SCREW M8 x 8 LENGTH SOCKET SET
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08.4285 14.145

NYLON SPACER NF ALLEN KEY TEE HANDLE

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01.4286 40.249 4 -

43.5059 GAS SPRING OPTIONAL EXTRAS

P143826 RACK PM39l0 DRILL ADAPTOR SHAFT
14.162 N18 X 25 CAP HEAD SCREW PM39I1 SLEEVE ASSEMBLY
PAB849 KEEP PLATE 46.3914 BUSH
14.3567 M8 x 16 LENGTH SOCKET SET SCREW PM3864 SLEEVE
14.3967 M8 1: 16 LENGTH PAN ‘ PBESOS6
 Power Connections
A separate electrical circuit should be used for your tools. This circuit should not be less than #12
wire and should be protected with a 20 Amp time lag fuse. If an extension cord is used, use only 3-
wire extension cords which have 3-prong grounding type plugs and 3-pole receptacles which ac-
cept the tools plug. For distances up to 1000 feet use #12 wire. For distances up to 150 feet use #10
wire. Have a certified electrician replace or repair damaged or worn cord immediately. Before
connecting the motor to the power line, make sure the switch is in the ‘OFF’ position and be sure that
the electric current is of the same characteristics as stamped on motor nameplate. All line connec-
tions should make good contact. Rurming low voltage will injure the motor.

Caution: This tool must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock.
In event of a malfimction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric
current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching
outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

Do not modify the plug provided if it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a
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qualified electrician. Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk
of electric shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or
without yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the elec-
tric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal.

Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not com-
pletely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded. Use only 3-wire
extension cords that have 3-prong grounding type plugs and 3-hole receptacles that accept the tool's
plug, as shown in Fig.1, below. Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.

This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet and a plug that looks like the one shown
in Fig. 1. A temporary adaptor, which looks like the adaptor illustrated in Fig. 2, may be used to
connect this plug to a 2—po1e receptacle, as shown in Fig. 2, if properly grounded outlet is not
available. The temporary adaptor should be used only until a properly grounded outlet can be in-
stalled by a qualified electrician. THIS ADAPTOR IS NOT APPLICABLE IN CANADA. The
green-colored rigid ear, lug, and the like, extending from the adaptor must be connected to a perma-
nent ground, such as a properly grounded outlet box, as shown in Fig. 2 below.

CAUTION: IN ALL CASES, MAKE CERTAIN THE RECEPTACLE IN QUESTION IS

PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE HAVE A CERTIFIED ELECTRI-
CIAN CHECK THE RECEPTACLE.

Fig.1. Fig.2.
GROUNDED GROUNDED
OUTLET BOX OUTLET BOX
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EMI6C Drawing

Chm Fit chisel bush item 26a to Headstock item 26a.

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Bit _ __ _ Insert screw item 22 through hole in bush then fit

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chisel and bit into bush. Set Chisel square with fence -

. , item 9 and push firmly upwards to locate shoulder

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Bush ‘ ‘ " -, __ against bush flange. Make sure that slot in chisel is fac-
push chisel up" ‘ f ‘ "" “ ing towards either the left or right hand side, never to-
against Bush R ' to damp wards the front or rear as this will prevent wood shav-
ings escaping during the mortising operation. Secure
with screw item 22. BUT DO NOT
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Adjustable bit OVERTIGHTEN AS THIS MAY DISTORT THE

in chuck to CHISEL SHANK.
give Clearance Now secure bit in chuck at the correct height relative
J _ to chisel as shown on drawing opposite. Set fence -

item 9 to suit position of mortising slot and clamp

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2 ‘° 5mm °l°‘“““°° with lever item 4. Set hold down bracket item 13
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to suit type of wood lmm above timber height and secure with clamp lever
Mortiser _iten1 15'

DEPTH STOP

Set the Depth stop, - item 69 -, in position to suit depth of mortise and lock, with screw.

NOTE: THE STROKE OF THE COUNTER BALANCE CYLINDER LIMITS THE

LOWEST POSITION OF THE HEADSTOCK AND THE DEPTH BAR SHOULD
BE CLAMPED SO THAT THE CYLINDER ROD IS ABOUT 3mm FROM
BOTTOM OF STROKE IN LOWEST POSITION.

TO FIT DRILL ASSEMBLY

Remove Chisel bush item 26a from headstock and replace with bush item 54 clamp LIGHTL Y
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with screw item 22.

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DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN AS THE BUSH MAY BE EASILY DISTORTED

Fit chuck item 5 7 on to end of shaft item 53 and push shaft up into the machine chuck
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item 34 gripping tightly.

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The machine now can be used for drilling or with suitable assembly for routing, slotting etc.,
Bush item 54 is of the self lubrication type, but if the machine is used over long periods for
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drilling, a drop of light oil should be applied periodically.

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Fig.1. Fig.2. Fig.3.

You can expect excellent service from Multico tools if proper care is taken when using them.
Before using the chisel and bit you should note the following points:

Always keep the tip ofthe chisel and the cutting edge ofthe bit sharp and correctly shaped. A badly
worn bit will lead to poor chip clearance resulting in possible breakage of the chisel. It is good
practice to keep at least one spare bit for each chisel size.

SHARPENING THE CHISEL

Look down into the hollow of the chisel from cutting end. When the four angles of the inside bevel
at the point of turning into the round hollow are dulled or the square cut comers become round, the
chisel needs sharpening, using the Multico Chisel Sharpening Tool, part number A-K253.J
(See figs. l and 2).

If the walls of the chisel after grinding become noticeably thin, the blade is likely to break in
operation and therefore, should be changed for a new one.

SHARPENINQ THE BIT

Examine the bit nose and if the tip of the brad point, spur and cutting lip are dulled or blunt then re-
sharpening is required. Choose a smooth three-cornered file of suitable size and always file (see
fig.3.) the inside of the spur or cutting lip into the throat of the bit. Never file the outside of the spur
or grind bit nose. When sharpening, try to maintain the original shape. If there are any signs of wear
in the twist of the bit, such as irregular grooves of the hollow on the external surface, the bit is badly
worked beyond sharpening and should be replaced.

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Chisel Slot on Lefl U Chisel Slot on Right

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Move Timber in
this Direction ' MOVE Timber in
this Direction

1 Make sure that the chisels and bits are sharp.

Fig.4. above, illustrates a typical mortising operation. Note that when slot in the chisel is to
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'the right, after the first incision is cut, the wood should be moved to the right for subsequent
cuts. This allows chips to escape freely through the opening in the chisel.

3 Make sure the workpiece is held firmly against the fence when cutting. The rate of
penetration of the chisel must be fast enough to prevent burning at the tip of the bit, but not
too fast as to stall the motor. You may encounter smoke from the bit or material once the
chisel has engaged the material.

THE SMOKE CREATED IS A NATURAL OPERATING OCCURRENCE IN

HOLLOW CHISEL MORTISING AND IS CAUSED BY MATERIAL CHIP
FRICTION AND THE RESINS IN THE STOCK BEING BURNED OFF. BLUING OF
THE CHISEL AFTER INITIAL USE IS NOT INDICATIVE OF A DULLED CHISEL,
BUT A COMBINATION OF FRICTION AND RESIN BUILD-UP ON THE CUTTING
FACES OF THE CHISEL

4 When performing a through mortise, a thin piece of wood should be placed between the
workpiece and the table. This prevents ‘break-out’ at the bottom of the mortise and also
prevents damage to the table.

5 When cutting a deep mortise it is advisable to take the chisel down in stages of about 25mm
(1"), moving the wood for each successive cut. This enables the chisel to clear itself of
chips and avoids overheating, particularly when cutting hard or green wood.

6 Motor temperature will increase during normal use, it is within the motor specification that
the shell temperature may increase by up to 60 degrees Centigrade ambient with no adverse
effect.

NB ALWAYS USE GENIUNE MULTICO CHISEL AND BITS TO

OBTAIN BEST RESULTS FROM YOUR MACHINE.

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‘ETHICS MAY BE EASILY CDRQEWTEW

LAY THE’MACHINE UN ITS BACK TU GAIN

ACCESS TD THE TWD CDLUMN/BASEPLATE
FTXING SCREWS.
USING A 5mm A/F HEX KE% LDDSEN BDTH
SCREWS AND LEAVE PINCH TIGH1
RUTATE THE BASEPLATE TD CURRECT
THE MIS-ALIGNMENT THEN RE-TIGHTEN
BUTH SCREWS SECURELK

5mm A/F
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