Using your new jointer is easy. First, make sure it's properly connected to a 230V power supply with a 20 - amp circuit. The high - mount switch is right there for your convenience to turn it on and off. When adjusting the fence, use the single handwheel. You can tilt it to +/-45 and 90 degrees easily with the positive stops. To adjust the depth of cut, the parallelogram design makes it a breeze. And if you want to use the 1/8 - inch depth limiter, just use the control knob. A quick twist will disable it if you don't need it. For heavy - duty work, the large 8 x 82 - inch precision - ground cast iron table is your friend. When it comes to safety, be aware of the Prop 65 warning about cancer and reproductive harm. Also, make sure your dust collection system has a minimum of 600 CFM and is connected to the 4 - inch dust port. For maintenance, keep the table clean and free of debris. Check the cutterhead regularly. If the knives get dull, replace them with high - speed steel ones. And don't forget to check the motor and all the connections periodically to make sure everything is in good working order.