How Difficult Is Jointer/Planer Knife Changeover?
The Robland-recommended method of changing and aligning jointer/planer knives uses an alignment jig referencing off the cylindrical blade housing. But the Robland presents a real challenge in that the knives, jointer tables and planer bed all must be (should be) in line with each other. Robland provides no good way to ensure this. Since the planer bed is non-adjustable in this respect, it makes sense to align the knives with the planer bed first, which is tricky. Then the jointer tables are adjusted to the knives, which is relatively easy. Unfortunately, Robland provides no procedural help here, you are on your own. Overall, I’d recommend planning and budgeting for an Esta-style blade system, which I installed a short while ago.
