Makita BKP140 Maintenance, Chamfering, Sharpening the planer blades, For conventional blades only

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Draw a cutting line on the workpiece. Insert the edge fence into the hole in the front of the tool. Align the blade edge with the cutting line.

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2.Edge fence (optional accessory)

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To make a chamfering cut as shown in the figure, align the "V" groove in the front base with the edge of the workpiece and plane it.

Adjust the edge fence until it comes in contact with the side of the workpiece, then secure it by tightening the screw.

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When planing, move the tool with the edge fence flush with the side of the workpiece. Otherwise uneven planing may result.

Maximum shiplapping (rabbeting) depth is 9 mm.

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You may wish to add to the length of the fence by attaching an extra piece of wood. Convenient holes are provided in the fence for this purpose, and also for attaching an extension guide (optional accessory).

Chamfering

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MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:

Always be sure that the tool is switched off and the battery cartridge is removed before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.

Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may result.

Sharpening the planer blades

For conventional blades only

1. Sharpening holder

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Always keep your blades sharp for the best performance possible. Use the sharpening holder (optional accessory) to remove nicks and produce a fine edge.

 

 

 

 

1. Wing nut

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Blade (A)

 

 

 

 

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Blade (B)

 

 

 

 

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Side (D)

 

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Side (C)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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First, loosen the two wing nuts on the holder and insert the blades (A) and (B), so that they contact the sides (C) and (D). Then tighten the wing nuts.

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Contents Cordless Planer Symbols SpecificationsConforms to the following European Directives 2006/42/EC EC Declaration of ConformityFor European countries only Terminals together may cause burns or a fire Cordless Planer Safety WarningsTips for maintaining maximum battery life Important Safety Instructions For Battery CartridgeFunctional Description Installing or removing battery cartridgeAdjusting depth of cut Switch actionFor tool with conventional planer blades AssemblyRemoving or installing planer blades FootFor tool with mini planer blades For the correct planer blade settingFor tool with nozzle Dust bag accessoryFor tool without nozzle Planing operation Connecting a vacuum cleanerElbow optional accessory OperationFor conventional blades only MaintenanceChamfering Sharpening the planer bladesReplacing carbon brushes Optional AccessoriesPage Page Page Makita Corporation