Adjusting the depth of cut
CAUTION. Always ensure that the tool is switched off and unplugged from the power supply before making adjustments or installing or removing blades.
Rotate the depth adjustment knob (3) clockwise for a deeper cut and
The numbers on the ring under the depth adjustment knob indicate the depth of cut.
Example, when “1” is next to the pointer on the front of the planer, the depth of cut is approximately 1mm. If it is necessary to accurately determine the depth of cut, plane a scrap piece of wood, measure the difference in thickness and adjust the setting if necessary.
Switching on and off
CAUTION. Before plugging the machine into the power socket always check that the on/off switch (1) and
1.Plug in the machine and grip the tool with your thumb on the on/off switch (1).
2.Push
(1) with the thumb of the hand gripping the tool. You can release the finger hold on the lock off button (2) once the planer has started.
3.To stop the tool, release the thumb hold on the on/off button (1).
4.In order to restart the machine, it is necessary to operate both the
accidental operation of the planer. Only when you release the thumb hold on the on/off button (1) will the planer stop.
Planing
1.Rest the front base (9) flat on the workpiece surface without the blades making any contact with the workpiece.
2.Switch on the tool and wait for the blades to reach full speed.
3.Move the tool gently forward, applying pressure on the front of the tool, using your hand on the secondary handle (14) at the start of planing and pressure at the rear of the tool, using your hand on the main handle (4) towards the end of the planing stroke.
4.Push the planer beyond the
edge of the workpiece without tilting it downwards.
NOTE. Planing is easier if you incline the workpiece slightly away from you so that you plane “downhill”.
5.The rate of planing and the depth of cut determine the quality of the finish. For rough cutting, you can increase the depth of cut, however to achieve a good finish you will need to reduce the depth of cut and advance the tool more slowly.
CAUTION. Moving the machine too fast may cause a poor quality of cut and can damage the blades or the motor.
Moving the machine too slowly may burn or mar the cut. The proper feed rate will depend on the type of material being cut and the depth of the cut. Practice first on a scrap piece of material to gauge the correct feed rate and the cut dimensions.
CAUTION. Always use two hands to hold the planer.
CAUTION. Where possible, clamp the workpiece to the bench.
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