SECTION 7: OPERATIONS
Test Run
Once assembly is complete and adjustments are done to your satisfaction, you are ready to test the machine. Make certain you have removed any tools or gauges used in the adjustment or assembly process from the bed of the planer.
Plug the planer in and make sure the power sup- ply is on at the main panel. With the locking key inserted, move the toggle switch to the ON posi- tion. Make sure that your finger is poised to flip the switch to the OFF position, just in case there’s a problem. The planer should run smoothly, with little or no vibration or rubbing noises. Strange or unnatural noises should be investigated and cor- rected before operating the machine further.
If you cannot easily locate the source of an unusual noise or vibration, feel free to contact our service department for help.
Make sure the G8794 is unplugged or dis- connected from the power source and mov- ing parts have come to a complete stop before investigating any problems or per- forming any maintenance or adjustments. Serious personal injury may occur.
Planing Tips
•Inspect your lumber for twist or cup and sur- face one face on a jointer if necessary.
•Scrape all glue off when planing laminated stock.
•Plane boards of equal thicknesses when planing multiples.
•Remove only 1⁄32'' to 1⁄16'' (.8mm to 1.6mm) of material on each pass. Remove less materi- al in each pass when planing wide or dense stock.
•Support lumber on both ends. Get assis- tance if planing long lumber, or use roller stands.
•Measure workpiece with calipers to get exact results.
•Check surface of workpiece for any irregular- ities.
•Plane equal amounts on each side of the board to reduce the chance of warpage.
•Use entire width of planer to wear knives evenly.
•Surface wood with the grain. Never feed any end cut or end grained wood through the machine.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
G8794 121⁄2" Portable Planer | |||