Removing or installingplaner blades
WARNING :
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before removing or installing the blades.
To remove the blades on the drum, un- screw the three installation bolts with the socket wrench. The drum cover comes off together with the blades.
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tionhibration will result, causing poor |
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planing action and, eventually, tool break- |
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Place the blade on the gauge base so that | I | |
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inside edge of the gauge plate. Place the adjusting plate on the blade, then simply press in the heel of the adjustingplate flush with the back side of the gauge base and tighten the two screws on the adjusting plate. Now slip the heel of the adjusting plate into the drum groove, then fit the drum cover on it. Tighten the three in- stallation bolts evenly and alternately with the socket wrench.
WARNING:
Tighten the blade installation bolts carefully when attaching the blades to the tool. A loose installation bolt can be dangerous. Always check to see they are tightened securely.
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